Pod Save the UK Why does the Left make it so f***** hard? Question Time - PSUK-style
Jan 1, 2026
Nish and Coco tackle intriguing topics, from their surprisingly conservative opinions on various issues to critiques of NATO from both the left and right. They delve into why many progressives remain loyal to the Labour Party despite its shortcomings. The hosts explore voting systems like first-past-the-post and suggest alternatives, while also proposing universal public services. They candidly discuss the complexities of AI, its impacts, and the need for regulation, all wrapped up in a rapid-fire round of personal insights and cultural reflections.
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Personal Passions Can Seem Conservative
- Coco and Nish admit small annoyances (boy racers, teenagers) can feel 'conservative' despite left-leaning identities.
- Personal tastes (cars, music, kinks) don't map neatly to political ideology and often reflect everyday frustrations.
Some Wars Are Viewed As Justifiable
- Nish frames support for WWII as a 'conservative' stance because he sees some wars as necessary to stop clear aggressors like Nazis and Putin.
- He balances pacifism with the view that force can be justified to protect people from expansionist threats.
Why NATO Faces Criticism From Both Sides
- Opposition to NATO comes from different directions: the left sees militarism and northern bias while some on the right cite provocation of Russia.
- Nish argues it's an odd moment to weaken NATO given Russia's aggressive expansion under Putin.
