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Best of the Spectator

Spectator Out Loud: Matthew Parris, Laurie Graham, Rachel Johnson, Laura Gascoigne and Angus Colwell

Apr 13, 2024
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.
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  • 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.

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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.

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