The spiked podcast Huntingdon: another mass stabbing in broken Britain
Nov 6, 2025
Benedict Spence, a political commentator, provides keen insights on recent critical events. He discusses the chilling knife attack in Huntingdon, analyzing the failures that led to it. The conversation shifts to Zohran Mamdani's surprising victory in New York City, highlighting its implications for US urban politics. Spence also critiques the BBC's manipulation of Trump’s January 6 speech, raising concerns about media credibility. This lively dialogue delves into the intersection of politics, public trust, and media integrity.
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State Failure Amplifies Fear
- The Huntingdon train attack reinforced a sense that the state is failing to protect against violent crime.
- Tom Slater argues many dangerous individuals had missed intervention opportunities before attacks occurred.
Missed Warnings Before Fatal Attacks
- Tom Slater recounts cases like Axel Rudicabana and the Southport murderer as examples of missed interventions.
- He notes prevent referrals and warnings were ignored, allowing violent acts to occur later.
Police Hands-Off Policy Has Costs
- Benedict Spence highlights a paradox where authoritarian measures target everyday citizens while low-level criminality is tolerated.
- He links avoidance of policing tactics like stop-and-search to rising knife culture and recidivist violence.