Oh God, What Now? 2025: The Year of Tragical Thinking – End of Year Special
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Dec 19, 2025 The panel reflects on the tumultuous year in politics, searching for optimism as they gaze into 2026. They discuss a surprising surge of political parties in Wales and analyze the unfortunate BMA doctors' strike. An intriguing exploration of Trump's declining popularity and the implications of a potentially approaching Brexit endgame takes center stage. Festive fun ensues with a Christmas game, gifting humorous items to politicians, while they also tackle listener questions about the year's overused phrases. Super wood and artistic recommendations add a light touch!
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Don't Rely On Inflation For Revenue
- Lower inflation undermines fiscal drag strategies that governments rely on to raise revenue.
- Jonn Elledge warns Labour's plan depends on inflation staying high enough to push people into higher tax bands.
Brexit As Symptom, Not Destiny
- Brexit was a symptom, not the root cause of Britain's political shift.
- John Elledge and Ros Taylor argue Britain will gradually move closer to Europe again due to security and trade gravity.
Big Tech Replaced Old Gatekeepers
- Big tech's control of information has shifted public discourse away from traditional gatekeepers.
- Ros Taylor warns that tech monopolies and government collaboration pose democratic risks requiring urgent review.