Everything is News Series 1 Ep Four
Aug 29, 2024
A troubled former cabinet minister teams up with a manipulative media figure to humorously navigate politics. They discuss Merkel’s unconventional methods with Macron and unveil Julia’s perplexing bond with Saddam Hussein. The dynamic unfolds amidst tales of journalistic peril and personal anecdotes, all while addressing listener curiosities about Iran's influence. Balancing dark humor with poignant reflections, this podcast offers an absurd yet insightful look into the tangled world of power and diplomacy.
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Negative Book Review
- Tom Dudley-Brown is feeling deflated after a negative profile of his novel in The Observer.
- The profile criticized his portrayal of lesbian sex and Scottish accents.
Netball Tournament Drama
- Julia Markham discusses drama surrounding the Marie Colvin Memorial Netball Tournament.
- Clive Myrie is unhappy with his position as centre, lacking a "killer instinct" for goal attack.
Super Big Thinking
- Julia Markham's "Super Big Thinking" class at Yale focuses on impactful thought communication.
- Strong working relationships often depend more on personal rapport than shared ideology.
