The David McWilliams Podcast Mars Bar-isation of the Irish Electorate & Other Yarns
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Nov 19, 2024 Alan Coleman, CEO of Wolfgang Digital and advocate for employee ownership, dives into Ireland's political landscape and the impacts of Trumpism in Europe. He discusses the short-term allure of politicians' giveaway strategies and their potential consequences. The conversation highlights the need for tax reforms to support homegrown businesses and the role of employee ownership in enhancing the Irish economy. Coleman's insights on fostering a responsible governance approach amidst rising populism are both timely and provocative.
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Katie Taylor vs. Tyson Fury
- David McWilliams praises Katie Taylor's recent fight, considering her the best Irish sportsperson ever.
- He contrasts this with the Tyson Fury fight, criticizing it as morally wrong and representative of celebrity culture's flaws.
The "Mars Bar-ization" of Irish Politics
- McWilliams discusses the Irish election, criticizing politicians for "infantilising" the electorate with giveaways.
- He argues they're using American corporate tax windfalls for short-term gains instead of long-term investments.
Scholz, Putin, and the Echoes of History
- Olaf Scholz's call to Putin signals a potential shift in European geopolitics, reminiscent of the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact.
- This is a direct consequence of Trumpism, with Germany potentially sacrificing Ukraine for its own interests.