Helen Lewis

Sarah Shannon, a writer for Private Eye focused on local council issues, discusses the chaotic debut of Reform UK in council elections. Helen Lewis, also from Private Eye, shares provocative insights on the Trump administration’s impact on American politics. Adam McQueen adds his wit as they navigate topics from political blunders to an engaging quiz about politicians’ outside earnings. They humorously dissect the clash between British and American political pageantry while tackling the absurd reality of budget cuts and social care.

Join John Farley, a retired headteacher turned activist, alongside Ian Hislop, editor of Private Eye, and contributors Helen Lewis and Adam McQueen for a lively discussion. Farley shares his experience of being arrested for holding a comical placard at a pro-Palestine march. The team tackles the delicate balance between humor and activism, explores the classification of protest movements as terrorism, and dissects the growing divide between public sentiment and political stances on the Israel-Palestine conflict. It's a blend of laughs and serious discourse!