Novara Media

Carla Denyer, co-leader of the Green Party and MP for Bristol Central, discusses the party's remarkable growth in Parliament, now boasting four MPs and doubling their vote share. She explores the challenges of navigating media biases and maintaining public support. The conversation delves into the complexities of voter behavior, climate action, and the need for modernizing parliamentary practices. Denyer also highlights the importance of grassroots campaigning and community engagement in shaping the Green Party's future success.

What happens when humility meets politics? The hosts dive into the importance of humility in political movements, exploring its connection to personal humiliation and patriarchal structures. They reflect on past leftist challenges, the 90s music scene of self-loathing, and the necessity of active listening in activism. Interwoven are themes of solidarity and optimism in personal relationships, along with a critique of modern political dynamics. With insights from Nietzsche and Lyotard, they advocate for a generous approach in a competitive world.

Historian Avi Shlaim discusses Israel's role in Jewish safety, Mossad in Baghdad, and hybrid Arab-Jewish identities. Topics include Islamic texts, Sephardic, Ashkenazi, and Mizrahi Jews in Israel, and challenges facing the Jewish diaspora. Shlaim explores the impact of Zionism, Jabotinsky's views, and the complexities of Jewish identity in a nationalistic context.

Exploring the origins of football in Europe, from oddballs to war and footballing genius. Discussion on Gareth Southgate's impact on England and how football relates to politics. Analyzing the performance of France and Spain and the evolution of European football competitions. Tracing the history of British social democracy and the European Union. Delving into the dynamics of European integration and football governance, with a focus on player development and lack of diversity in the England team.

Former Labour MP Jeremy Corbyn discusses his re-election as an independent in Islington North, challenges of running an independent campaign, and the future of UK party politics. Topics include grassroots activism, voter turnout, unity against extremism, global solidarity, and challenges in UK politics.

Political commentator Olly Haynes discusses Macron's failed snap elections in France, the resilience of the French left, and the potential rise of a fascist party. The podcast explores the chaotic political landscape, the implications of the far right surge, and the historical crises shaping French politics.

Exploring football's role in political resistance across nations like Algeria and Palestine, the podcast also dives into England's unexpected win, criticism of Southgate, and the silence surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo. Music by Matt Huxley.

The podcast delves into Labour's election win, challenges in public sector rescue, funding sources, and potential for a second term. They discuss the impact on political parties, leftist beliefs, and educational policies. Also, exploration of economic policies, infrastructure plans, Sure Start program, economic stagnation, climate impact, and post-election analysis including the Take Back Water campaign.

Angus Hanton, author of 'Vassal State: How America Runs Britain', discusses the US influence on British culture, politics, and business. They delve into American empire, challenges in journalism, CIA influence, the power of the Israel lobby, and connections between organizations and the US government.

Dom Davies, author of The Broken Promise of Infrastructure, discusses why Britain feels broken with crumbling bridges, failing systems, and colonial railways' lasting impact. They explore the shift from 'public works' to 'neoliberal infrastructure,' emotional connections to public services, community resistance, and the link between road rage and Thatcher's ideology. The importance of empowering communities and investing in equitable infrastructure for a better future is emphasized.