The New Statesman | UK politics and culture Nicola Sturgeon on Boris Johnson the “playground bully”
Oct 10, 2024
Nicola Sturgeon, the former First Minister of Scotland, critiques Boris Johnson's memoir, calling it 'gut-wrenching' and 'craven.' She highlights the inconsistencies in his narrative, especially regarding his COVID leadership. George Eaton and Rachel Cunliffe delve into the recent chaos in the Conservative Party's leadership race, spotlighting candidates Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick. They examine the implications of Keir Starmer's team shake-up and how it shapes future political dynamics in the UK.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Leadership Contest Chaos
01:38 • 13min
Examining Gender Dynamics in Starmer's Administration
14:10 • 2min
The Rise of a Key Strategist in Labour Politics
15:59 • 2min
Exploring Political Stability and Johnson's Memoir
18:24 • 2min
Reflections on Boris Johnson's Memoir
20:22 • 15min
Political Comeback and Controversies
34:53 • 3min
Engaging Discussions and Listener Interaction
38:22 • 2min