Swamp Notes Bonus ep: How the UK is navigating the Trump era
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Sep 9, 2025 In this lively discussion, George Parker and Lucy Fisher, both from the Financial Times, share their insights on the complexities of US-UK relations during Donald Trump's upcoming visit. They dive into the recent UK cabinet reshuffle and its implications, and the challenges of reporting in a fast-paced political climate. The duo also critiques Trump's unpredictable diplomacy and how it affects UK leadership. They explore the appeal of American sports in the UK and reflect on the evolving dynamics of UK-US relations post-Brexit.
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Live Festival Panel Framing
- Marc Filippino described hosting a live FT Weekend Festival panel featuring Brooke Masters, Lucy Fisher and George Parker.
- He framed the conversation as a deep dive into the US-UK relationship with lively examples from recent weeks.
Day Of Sudden Cabinet Reshuffle
- George Parker recounted scrambling to cover a sudden UK cabinet reshuffle while on a trip to Birmingham.
- He described typing from morning to evening as Starmer reshuffled ministers after Angela Rayner's departure.
Don’t Rush Podcast Production
- Lucy Fisher urged podcasters to avoid sloppy, rushed production that gets facts wrong.
- She recommended taking time for editing to provide context and reliable behind-the-scenes reporting.
