

"Don't Recognise My OWN Country!" MAGA Britain Debate + Graham Lineham Interview
20 snips Sep 11, 2025
In a thought-provoking discussion, Graham Linehan, the controversial Irish comedy writer and Father Ted co-creator, shares his arrest experience and the backlash over his views on gender identity and women's rights. Joining him are Owen Shroyer, a far-right commentator, and Paula Rhone-Adrien, a British lawyer. They debate the state of Britain, exploring tensions around immigration, free speech, and the complexities of inclusion in sports. The conversation highlights deep divisions in society and the urgent need for respectful dialogue on sensitive topics.
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Heathrow Arrest And The Steel Cage
- Graham Linehan recounts being called to staff after landing and recognised he was being targeted by trans activists who had repeatedly involved police for eight years.
- He describes being arrested, put in a steel cage and treated as if he were a criminal despite expecting only a warning.
From BAFTAs To Activism
- Linehan describes his transition from award-winning comedy writer to activist after self-ID became prominent.
- He says protecting his daughter and women's spaces pushed him into public activism that cost his career.
Self-ID Threatens Women's Safe Spaces
- Linehan argues that self-ID allows men to claim female status and access female spaces by declaration alone.
- He believes institutional acceptance of self-ID undermines women's safety and shared public trust.