The Weekly Sceptic The Woke Olympics
Jul 31, 2024
Dive into lively debates about the Olympic opening ceremony, where artistry clashed with controversial religious depictions. Explore political landscapes, from Suella Braverman's absence in leadership races to the intricacies of identity politics and youth voting trends post-Brexit. The discussion heats up with a critical look at police conduct during a Manchester Airport incident. Plus, ponder free speech dilemmas surrounding Tommy Robinson and critique a Tory candidate's campaign blunder. It's a rollercoaster of current events!
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Debating the Olympic Opening Ceremony
04:52 • 2min
Controversy at the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony
07:04 • 23min
Generational Perspectives in Politics
29:37 • 7min
The ECHR Debate and Its Political Ramifications
36:57 • 2min
Political Campaign Missteps and Civil Disorder
39:11 • 14min
Political Interpretations in Film and Recent Events
52:56 • 3min
A Closer Look at a Controversial Protest and Free Speech
56:05 • 5min