PoliticsJOE Podcast

Noah East, a sharp political commentator from Northstar Politics, joins the discussion to dissect the returning PMQs format. He highlights Kemi Badenoch's exchange with Keir Starmer and delves into pressing topics like food inflation and its impact on young voters. The group examines Labour’s asylum reforms and how they might alienate voters to the Greens. Noah also raises concerns about the erosion of human rights stemming from citizenship stripping cases, warning of dangerous precedents. Their insightful analysis keeps the political discourse lively and relevant.

Shabana Mahmood is set to announce today plans to rejig Britain's asylum system that wouldn't look out of place in a Conservative manifesto. We break down the plans.We also touch on the news from the United States of a special relationship between Donald Trump and Bill Clinton.Subscribe to how to rebuild the left now: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/690c814368055f905c9893ecSubscribe to How to Rebuild Britain now: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/690c814368055f905c9893ec Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oliver Eagleton, a journalist and author of 'Your Party: The Return Of The Left', delves into the challenges facing the new left-wing party in the UK. He highlights how recent events in Gaza have spurred grassroots activism and the search for alternatives to Labour. Oliver discusses the campaign strategies of figures like Leanne Mohamed and the tensions between grassroots organizing and broader electoral appeal. He also explores the structural debates within the party regarding federated versus unitary models, leading to his predictions about the future of this political movement.

Sam Alvis of the the Institute for Public Policy Research joined us at JOETowers to talk about why Labour must bring down energy bills, and how.Subscribe to How to Rebuild Britain now: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/690c814368055f905c9893ec Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A rumoured leadership challenge on the day of PMQs, you say... Hear Ava and Laura react live from the PolJOE dungeon to what was another blockbuster bout in the Commons between Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch.Subscribe to How to Rebuild Britain now: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/690c814368055f905c9893ec Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen Manderson, better known as Professor Green, joined us in the PolJOE dungeon for a powerful conversation about men’s mental health, class, and the material realities shaping people’s lives.Watch Movember's fireside chat here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcSOQJNDJGISubscribe to How to Rebuild Britain now: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/690c814368055f905c9893ec Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The recent resignations at the BBC trigger a lively discussion about the ethics of editing news content. The hosts delve into whether the controversial Panorama clip warrants such drastic leadership changes. They explore the political pressures surrounding the BBC, accusations of bias, and its reputation as a public service. The conversation highlights the tension between journalistic standards and editorial decisions, while also addressing the challenges facing local journalism in a changing media landscape. It's a heated debate on the future of broadcasting.

Today we are joined by Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, and former leader of the Labour party, Ed Miliband.Subscribe to How to Rebuild Britain now: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/690c814368055f905c9893ec Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's deputy day at PMQs. With Keir Starmer in Brazil for COP, David Lammy faces off against Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge. Ava, Ed, and Laura reacted to the exchange live.Subscribe to How to Rebuild Britain now: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/690c814368055f905c9893ec Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachel Reeves was on the airwaves this morning bracing the country for tax hikes, and dudes are rocking. What can we expect from her budget at the end of the month? Ed and Oli discuss.Subscribe to How to Rebuild Britain now: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/690c814368055f905c9893ec Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.