GND Media Zack Polanski at The World Transformed
Oct 14, 2025
Zack Polanski, the newly appointed leader of the Green Party of England and Wales, shares his whirlwind experience of rising to prominence. He discusses the importance of engaging with mainstream media to spotlight inequalities and confront rival parties like Reform UK. Polanski critiques Conservative and Lib Dem approaches, emphasizes the Green Party's socialist platform, and highlights their recent surge in popularity. He also reflects on the need for unity on the left and the balance between addressing billionaires and celebrating everyday kindness.
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Surge In Public Recognition
- Zack Polanski describes sudden public recognition and selfie requests while walking in Manchester late at night.
- He says the surge brings joy and hope but also urgency because the country faces major crises that need work, not complacency.
Bypass Hostile Media With Alternatives
- Use alternative channels to bypass hostile mainstream interviews and create space for nuance.
- Sharpen arguments and stay agile when engaging mainstream media so you can redirect culture-war traps to substantive issues.
Turning A Gish Gallop Into A Platform
- Polanski recounts going on Piers Morgan to pivot away from culture-war gish gallops toward inequality.
- He expected nonsensical questions but used the platform to call out media strategy and push his substantive priorities.