The spiked podcast 356: The trans meltdown, with Graham Linehan
Apr 25, 2025
Graham Linehan, the witty Irish writer behind classics like Father Ted, joins the conversation with Tom Slater and Fraser Myers. They dive into Keir Starmer’s dodgy stance on trans issues and reveal the political fallout affecting women's rights. The discussion moves to the implications of non-crime hate incidents on free speech, raising alarms about pre-crime allegations. They also critique an awkward St. George's Day speech, reexamining English identity amid rising nationalism. This lively exchange challenges listeners to consider the complexities of these heated debates.
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Starmer’s Trans U-Turn Reveals Weakness
- Keir Starmer's recent denial that trans women are women marks a political U-turn reflecting a lack of conviction. - His failure to defend women facing threats shows an absence of principle in high office.
Labour’s Shifting Trans Narrative
- Labour's claims of always supporting biological sex rights contradict their recent past statements endorsing self-ID. - Returning to common sense without apology or acknowledgment reveals insincerity, especially from Starmer and Phillipson.
Misogyny at Trans Protests
- Weekend protests exposed misogyny within parts of the trans movement, showing hateful slogans and aggression. - Politicians and union leaders publicly supporting these events reflect tacit acceptance of anti-woman sentiments.