
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

Jun 21, 2024 • 30sec
Very Special Liveshow Reminder
Get ready for an evening of political banter and insightful analysis at The Apollo on Sunday, 30th June, as PoliticsJOE presents an unmissable Live Show ahead of the much-anticipated General Election.Join us for a night that promises to be a blend of political discourse, sharp analysis, and unfiltered opinions. All of this with the unique blend of wit, charm, and charisma that only PoliticsJOE can offer. This event is not only for the political buffs but also for the undecided voters who are looking for clarity before they cast their vote. Even if you’re simply looking for an exciting way to spend your Sunday night, the PoliticsJOE Pre-Election Live Show is the place to be.Tickets are available here: https://nimaxtheatres.com/shows/politicsjoe-live/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 19, 2024 • 30min
Between two nerds
Welcome to the PoliticsJOE Podcast.Oli and Ava sit between two ferns to discuss why billionaires are backing Labour and whether inflation rates can save Rishi Sunak's campaign.Presenters: Oli Dugmore and Ava SantinaProducer: Laura BeveridgeSting design: Chris WhiteProduction: Seán Hickey and Oli Johnson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 18, 2024 • 37min
Reform UK's "contract" analysis
Welcome to the PoliticsJOE Podcast.Oli and Ava go through Reform UK's manifesto, deciding pledge by pledge whether they're pro or con.Plus, Oli puts his foot in his mouth.Presenters: Oli Dugmore, Ava Santina, and Ed CampbellProducer: Laura BeveridgeSting design: Chris WhiteProduction: Seán Hickey and Oli Johnson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 17, 2024 • 44min
It's all kicking off
Welcome to the PoliticsJOE Podcast.Oli, Ed, and Ava provide a post-match analysis of the weekend's Euros' fixtures and a preview of the Reform manifesto launch.Presenters: Oli Dugmore, Ava Santina, and Ed CampbellProducer: Laura BeveridgeSting design: Chris WhiteProduction: Seán Hickey and Oli Johnson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 16, 2024 • 46min
Another round: Armando Iannucci breaks down Rishi Sunak's election campaign
Oli interviews The Thick of It creator Armando Iannucci about the UK general election, the rise of Nigel Farage and Reform UK, and the alienation of the general public by the main parties.Dr Strangelove opens on 8 October 2024 at the Noël Coward theatre in London. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 14, 2024 • 56min
Labour manifesto analysis
Welcome to the PoliticsJOE Podcast.Today we're trawling through Labour's manifesto after Keir Starmer dropped on Thursday afternoon - and this time nobody's holding us back.No girls allowed.Presenters: Oli Dugmore, and Ed CampbellProducer: Laura BeveridgeSting design: Chris WhiteProduction: Seán Hickey and Oli Johnson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 13, 2024 • 41min
Green Party manifesto analysis
Welcome to the PoliticsJOE Podcast.Oli, Ed, and Ava analyse the pledges made in the Green Party manifesto - as well as questioning if Vichy France was an afters and the viability of nuclear deterrence theory. Presenters: Oli Dugmore, Ava Santina, and Ed CampbellProducer: Laura BeveridgeSting design: Chris WhiteProduction: Seán Hickey and Shawnee Linstead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 13, 2024 • 59min
Sky News Leaders' Debate analysis
Welcome to the PoliticsJOE Podcast. Last night, Ava, Oli, and Ed recorded live from the PoliticsJOE dungeon, reacting to the somewhat painful to watch interrogation of Sunak and Starmer by Sky's Beth Rigby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 12, 2024 • 49min
Conservative manifesto analysis
Welcome to the PoliticsJOE podcast.In a dudes rock episode, Oli and Ed analyse the pledges made in the Conservative manifesto, released yesterday, before discussing whether or not Rishi Sunak should attend the Euros.Presenters: Oli Dugmore and Ed CampbellProducer: Laura BeveridgeSting design: Chris WhiteProduction: Seán Hickey and Shawnee Linstead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 11, 2024 • 45min
Lib Dem manifesto analysis
Welcome to the PoliticsJOE Podcast. Can Oli ever forgive the Lib Dems for U-turning on tuition fees? Does Ava support their pledge for a written manifesto? And what does Love Island have to do with it all? Oli, Ava, and Ed discuss the Liberal Democrats' manifesto. Presenters: Oli Dugmore, Ava Santina, and Ed CampbellProducer: Laura BeveridgeSting design: Chris WhiteProduction: Seán Hickey and Shawnee Linstead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.