Fin vs History The National Union of Racist Burnt Toast | Margaret Thatcher & The Falklands (Part 5/6)
Jan 1, 2026
In a humorous exploration of Thatcher's reign, the hosts dive into the chaos of the 1984 Miners' Strike, highlighting the brutal clashes at Orgreave. They tackle Thatcher's controversial relationships with figures like Pinochet and the Khmer Rouge, sparking insightful debates on morality and policy. The podcast humorously unpacks Thatcher's hardened image post-Brighton bombing and her infamous resistance to sanctions on apartheid. Finally, they connect the dots between Thatcher's financial deregulation and the 2008 crisis, wrapping up with reflections on her lasting legacy.
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Falklands Boosted Thatcher's Authority
- The Falklands victory transformed Margaret Thatcher into an almost untouchable political force.
- Horatio Gould and Fin Taylor say it gave her the confidence to push sweeping domestic changes.
Miners' Strike As National Turning Point
- The 1984–85 miners' strike became a national showdown between government and unions.
- Fin Taylor frames it as a turning point that weakened union power and enabled wider privatization.
LGBTQ Support For Miners
- Lesbians and gay activists supported miners with fundraising and aid, famously depicted in the film Pride.
- Fin Taylor and Horatio Gould discuss community solidarity and its cultural visibility.