Page 94: The Private Eye Podcast 157: Bishops, buggers and health freaks
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Oct 7, 2025 Helen Lewis, a journalist and health policy commentator, dives into the controversial appointment of RFK Jr. and his radical health ideas, highlighting his impact on vaccine access. She explores his political evolution and popularity in unconventional circles, mixing scientific advice with dubious claims. Lewis also raises alarms about rising measles and rabies cases linked to RFK Jr.'s policies and discusses the potential global ramifications of declining trust in public health, especially in the UK. It's a thought-provoking analysis of health, politics, and misinformation.
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Leadership Tested By Diocesan Scandal
- Sarah Mullally faced a chaotic London diocese with governance failures and a £5 million fraud by a senior operations officer.
- She apologised unreservedly for process failures after investigations harmed clergy, showing a different leadership style.
Complex, Multi-Level Role Of The Archbishop
- The Archbishop of Canterbury combines local, national and global roles: Bishop of Canterbury, Primate of All England, and figurehead of the Anglican Communion.
- Much of the global communion does not accept women bishops, creating diplomatic and theological challenges.
Police Surveillance Of Journalists Revealed
- Private Eye uncovered long-running covert surveillance by the Police Service of Northern Ireland targeting journalists investigating alleged police collusion.
- Officers tracked journalists' contacts and used traffic cameras, seemingly to protect police reputation rather than investigate crimes.