Page 94: The Private Eye Podcast 148: Leftie Lawyers and Rightwing Roughnecks
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Jun 4, 2025 Ian Hislop, Editor of Private Eye, reflects on the significant contributions of the late Barry Fantoni, who was a transformative figure in British satire. Alongside Nick Newman, a cartoonist from the same magazine, they share delightful anecdotes and insights about Fantoni's work, capturing the essence of humor in the 1960s. They discuss how his legacy shaped comedic writing and satire, demonstrating the power of wit in addressing societal issues. Their engaging dialogue offers a heartfelt tribute to a creative legend while diving into the cultural impact of effective humor.
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Polar Opposites in British Politics
- British politics is polarized between figures like Robert Jenrick and Richard Hermer, representing opposite approaches to law and order.
- Jenrick's social disorder crackdown contrasts with Hermer's legalist viewpoint on international law, reflecting deeper national divides.
Broken Windows Policing Legacy
- Crackdowns on low-level crimes like fare evasion evoke historic 'broken windows' policing strategies.
- While effective against petty crimes, they raise concerns over targeting minorities and shifting police priorities.
Hermer's Controversial Nazi Reference
- Labour's Richard Hermer, the Attorney General, faced backlash for referencing Nazi jurist Carl Schmitt in a speech.
- This caused controversy with political rivals using it to paint him unfairly, reflecting tensions around law and politics.
