The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters #1245
Sep 4, 2025
Join Jack Hadfield, a savvy commentator on current affairs, and Callum Barker, a passionate political activist, as they dive into the urgent issues of state repression and civil dissent. They discuss the media's portrayal of protesters and the complexities of local unrest, blending humor with serious societal critiques. The duo also explores the symbolism of national flags in political discourse and critiques the disconnect between government actions and community needs, emphasizing the emotional toll on individuals and the quest for accountability.
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Local Women Share Trauma At Protests
- Jack recounts speaking to a grandmother whose granddaughter was sexually abused and felt the presence of men too close in a shop.
- He frames multiple local women sharing trauma as the reason protests grew in Braintree.
Police Use Pepper Spray On Protestors And Press
- Jack describes being pepper-sprayed and seeing grandmothers and journalists gassed at Canary Wharf.
- He explains the delayed sting and the severe effects on older protestors and press.
Callum Arrested Outside The Bell Hotel
- Jack and Callum describe Callum's arrest outside the Bell Hotel after Sarah was bundled into a van first.
- Callum recounts being dragged to the back of the van and held for the maximum time at the station.