Spectator Out Loud: Matthew Parris, Laurie Graham, Rachel Johnson, Laura Gascoigne and Angus Colwell
Apr 13, 2024
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Guests Matthew Parris, Laurie Graham, Rachel Johnson, Laura Gascoigne, and Angus Colwell discuss topics like the Tories, struggles to see a GP, women-only clubs, Caravaggio's last painting, and notes on wild garlic in this entertaining podcast.
Matthew Parris explores the predictability of political outcomes and challenges in creating engaging content amidst predetermined scenarios.
Laurie Graham sheds light on NHS frustrations, emphasizing long waiting times and distractions like online surveys in seeking medical attention.
Deep dives
Matthew Parris examines the political predictability
Matthew Parris contemplates the lack of surprises in political predictions, particularly regarding the outcome of elections and the trajectory of the Conservative Party. He delves into the writing process, estimating a significant word count for future political commentary, and discusses the challenge of creating engaging content when the political landscape seems predetermined.
Laurie Graham explores challenges in accessing healthcare services
Laurie Graham highlights the frustrations faced by individuals in seeking medical attention within the NHS, emphasizing issues such as long waiting times for appointments and hospital procedures. She points out the prevalence of distractions like online surveys and invites patients to coffee mornings, reflecting on the effectiveness of these approaches amid ongoing healthcare dissatisfaction.
Rachel Johnson discusses gender-exclusive clubs and female-only spaces
Rachel Johnson delves into the debate surrounding gender-specific clubs and the notion of women-only spaces. She shares personal experiences and interactions with men-only clubs while questioning the sustainability and societal perception of women-only establishments. Johnson critiques the contrasting marketing strategies and societal dynamics between male and female exclusive clubs, reflecting on the future of such spaces and their relevance in modern society.
This week: Matthew Parris questions what's left to say about the Tories (00:57), Laurie Graham discusses her struggle to see a GP (07:35), Rachel Johnson makes the case against women only clubs (13:38), Laura Gascoigne tells us the truth about Caravaggio's last painting (19:21) and Angus Colwell reads his notes on wild garlic (28:58).
Produced by Oscar Edmondson, Margaret Mitchell and Patrick Gibbons.
Presented by Oscar Edmondson.
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