PoliticsJOE Podcast
This is PoliticsJOE's podcast - the only explicitly anti-nonce podcast in the UK.Reporting on British politics with a sense of humour, the podcast is a recorded version of the conversations we have after work.So pull up a stool, pour yourself a cold one, and laugh through the misery alongside us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes
May 19, 2025 • 46min
Gary Lineker and Ed's Tales from the Country
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May 16, 2025 • 17min
How to fix the UK's broken planning system with Labour's Chris Hinchliff
Labour MP Chris Hinchliff swung by JOE Towers to run us through his proposals to overhaul Britain's planning system. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 15, 2025 • 37min
Talking Assisted Dying with Gay Star News
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May 14, 2025 • 45min
PMQs Analysis with Paul Chowdhry
Today we're getting into the meat and veg of PMQs with comedian Paul Chowdhry after Keir Starmer faced aggro from within the Labour ranks over his "island of strangers" comments at his migration policy announcement on Monday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 13, 2025 • 31min
Is Labour invoking the language of Enoch Powell?
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May 12, 2025 • 53min
Keir Starmer goes Tory on immigration
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May 12, 2025 • 21min
EXPLAINED: Keir Starmer's pivot to the right on immigration
As the Labour government look to take pages out of Reform and the Tories' book on immigration, we take a deep dive on what the move means for Keir Starmer's party. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 11, 2025 • 47min
Another Round: Why the right abandoned neoliberalism with Quinn Slobodian
Ed sits down with historian Quinn Slobodian on the release of his new book Hayek's Bastards: The Neoliberal Roots of the Populist Right.In this conversation, we get into the history of the populist right, its origins in the dismantling of the state, and the contradictions at the heart of its modern rise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 9, 2025 • 17min
Has Brexit hurt UK Music?
Luke Pritchard, lead vocalist of The Kooks, tackles the aftermath of Brexit on the UK music scene. He highlights the rising challenges for emerging artists, especially from working-class backgrounds, in touring and collaborating. The conversation digs into concerns about talent drain and the vital role of institutions like the BRIT School in cultivating new talent. Pritchard advocates for increased government support to revitalize grassroots venues, emphasizing their importance in nurturing community and identity within music.
May 7, 2025 • 53min
PMQs reaction: Starmer needs to be more Australian
The hosts dive into Keir Starmer's fiery critique of the Lib Dems, mixed with humorous insights on recent Prime Minister's Questions. They explore the emotional landscape of political leadership and cultural icons like Bridget Jones. The podcast navigates the urgent humanitarian crisis in Gaza and critiques governmental inaction. A cheeky comparison to Australian politicians highlights the need for authenticity in UK politics. Light banter about political language and pub culture makes for an entertaining debate!
