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Apr 17, 2024 The podcast discusses a new book stressing the urgency to save the West, humorous anecdotes of failed furniture deliveries and government furnishing fiascos. It delves into the lack of consistency among conservatives, the Lavender List scandal of 1976, navigating political scandals, and ministerial resignations. A fun quiz segment reveals surprising career paths of politicians who failed to become party leaders.
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Truss's Short Reign
- Liz Truss's new book, "10 Years to Save the West," focuses on her 49 days as Prime Minister.
- It details mishaps like undelivered furniture and blames various figures for her downfall.
Downing Street Leftovers
- The podcast hosts joked about Boris Johnson and Carrie taking all the furniture from Downing Street.
- They also mused on the Camerons leaving a climbing frame, used by subsequent residents.
Lingering Influence
- Former Prime Ministers remain influential figures, even after leaving office.
- Liz Truss and Boris Johnson continue to garner significant media attention.