

The Current Thing
Nick Dixon
Comedian and commentator Nick Dixon talks to fascinating guests about politics, the culture war, and anything else that comes up.
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Jun 23, 2025 • 43min
Simon Evans - The Decline of Britain
On this week’s episode of The Current Thing, Nick is joined by comedian, broadcaster, writer, and general legend, Simon Evans.
They discuss:
-Simon’s thoughts on the demise of GB News' Headliners
-His new standup show based on Plato’s allegory of the cave
-Whether we are living in a simulation
-His biggest concern about where Britain is headed
-The decline of the heroic impulse
And loads more!
The full version is only available to paid subscribers, so click here: https://www.nickdixon.net/
Get all full episodes with top guests, join Nick's private chat group, and of course support the podcast and help us save the West, all for just £5 by going to nickdixon.net
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Nick's links
Substack: nickdixon.net
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nick_dixon
X: https://x.com/njdixon
Simons' links
Website: https://thesimonevans.com/
X: https://x.com/TheSimonEvans

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Jun 18, 2025 • 60min
Will There Be Justice on Grooming Gangs? - with Paul Cox
Paul Cox, a comedian and commentator known for his work on Dixon Cox, joins the conversation to tackle pressing societal issues. They delve into the Casey report on grooming gangs, highlighting the need for transparency and accountability in journalism's response. The duo also discusses the complex abortion legislation, weighing women's rights against ethical dilemmas. With a blend of humor and seriousness, they call for an honest dialogue on masculinity and the need for deeper societal understanding. It's a thought-provoking ride through comedy and critical conversation!

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Jun 16, 2025 • 52min
The Limits of Politics - Josh Ferme
In this engaging discussion, Josh Ferme, a former contributor at Lotus Eaters now focusing on his own YouTube channel, shares insights on his departure from traditional political commentary. He delves into the impact of urban living on mental health and its ties to political views. Josh also articulates his ideas on Libertarianism, critiques city life, and explores how biology shapes political beliefs. The conversation offers a thought-provoking look at the intersection of culture, politics, and personal identity.

Jun 11, 2025 • 1h 4min
Reform Chairman’s Bizarre Immigration Comments - with Paul Cox
Dixon Cox is back once again, and it’s the closest thing you’ll find to GB News’ Headliners (RIP).
This week:
-Rachel Reeves delivers her new Spending Review
-New Reform chairman David Bull claims that ‘immigration is the lifeblood of this country’
-Nigel Farage says that anyone can become Welsh in five years
-Riots erupt in Ballymena and Los Angeles
-Elon Musk apologises to Donald Trump
And more!
The full version is only available to paid subscribers, so click here: https://www.nickdixon.net/p/reform-chairmans-bizarre-immigration
Get all full episodes with top guests, join Nick's private chat group, and of course support the podcast and help us save the West, all for just £5 by going to nickdixon.net
Or make a one-off donation here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nickdixon
Nick's links
Substack: nickdixon.net
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nick_dixon
X: https://x.com/njdixon
Paul's links
X: https://twitter.com/PaulCoxComedy
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paulcoxcomedy
Comedy clubs: https://www.epiccomedy.co.uk/

Jun 9, 2025 • 40min
The Problem With Nigel Farage - Steven Woolfe
On this week’s episode of The Current Thing, Nick is joined by former MEP and Director of the Centre for Migration & Economic Prosperity, Steven Woolfe.
They discuss:
-Steven’s views on Nigel Farage, from working closely with him in the past
-Why Reform UK is a centre-left party
-Whether Rupert Lowe will join the Tories
-Why the Boriswave was deliberate
-How to solve our legal and illegal immigration problems
-Why multiculturalism is a failed idea
-His thoughts on the future of the Tories and Labour
And lots more!
The full version is only available to paid subscribers, so click here: https://www.nickdixon.net
Get all full episodes with top guests, join Nick's private chat group, and of course support the podcast and help us save the West, all for just £5 by going to nickdixon.net
Or make a one-off donation here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nickdixon
Nick's links:
Substack: nickdixon.net
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nick_dixon
X: https://twitter.com/nickdixoncomic
Steven's links:
https://x.com/stevenwoolfe1
Centre for Migration and Economic Prosperity:
https://x.com/cmepuk1
https://cmep.co.uk/

Jun 2, 2025 • 37min
Jess Gill - Immigration Is Making Women Unsafe
On this week’s episode of The Current Thing, Nick is joined by founder of the Women’s Safety Initiative, Jess Gill. They discuss:
-How immigration policy has made Britain much less safe for women
-The experiences that caused Jess to start the Women’s Safety Initiative
-Whether immigration or the trans issue is more of a threat to women
-The challenges in getting people to support this cause
-Whether any of our political parties will tackle this problem
-The political gap between Gen Z men and women
And lots more!
The full version is only available to paid subscribers, so click here: https://www.nickdixon.net
Get all full episodes with top guests, join Nick's private chat group, and of course support the podcast and help us save the West, all for just £5 by going to nickdixon.net
Or make a one-off donation here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nickdixon
Nick's links
Substack: nickdixon.net
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nick_dixon
X: https://twitter.com/nickdixoncomic
Jess's links
Women's Safety Initiative:
https://womensafety.uk/
https://x.com/womensafety_uk
Jess:
https://x.com/jessgill03

May 29, 2025 • 1h 8min
Rupert Lowe to Join Tories? - with Paul Cox
Dixon Cox, AKA the closest thing to GB News’ Headliners, is back once again!
This week:
-The Liverpool incident and police response
-Comedian Andrew Lawrence gets cancelled (again)
-Rupert Lowe meets Robert Jenrick
-Jenrick confronts fare dodgers in London
-The bizarre Marcon slap incident
-Tommy Robinson is released from jail
The full version is only available to paid subscribers, so click here: https://www.nickdixon.net/p/rupert-lowe-to-join-tories-with-paul
Get all full episodes with top guests, join Nick's private chat group, and of course support the podcast and help us save the West, all for just £5 by going to nickdixon.net
Or make a one-off donation here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nickdixon
Nick's links
Substack: nickdixon.net
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nick_dixon
X: https://twitter.com/nickdixoncomic
Paul's links
X: https://twitter.com/PaulCoxComedy
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paulcoxcomedy
Comedy clubs: https://www.epiccomedy.co.uk/

May 26, 2025 • 34min
Liam Halligan - Tariffs, Trade, and Trump
On this week’s episode of The Current Thing, Nick is joined by Telegraph columnist, Planet Normal co-host, and explainer of all things economic, Liam Halligan. Liam gives us his expert take on:
-The truth behind Trump’s tariffs
-The UK-US trade deal
-The UK-India trade deal
-Why growth has stalled in the UK economy
-Reform UK
-Kemi Badenoch and the future of the Tories
And lots more!
The full version, with 20 minutes of extra content, is only available to paid subscribers, so click here: https://www.nickdixon.net
Get all full episodes with top guests, an extra weekly bonus podcast, Nick's private chat group, and of course support the podcast and help us save the West, all for just £5 by going to nickdixon.net
Or make a one-off donation here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nickdixon
Nick's links
Substack: nickdixon.net
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nick_dixon
X: https://x.com/NJDixon
Liam's links:
Substack: https://substack.com/@liamhalligan
Telegraph: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/l/lf-lj/liam-halligan/
Podcast: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/planet-normal/
X: https://x.com/LiamHalligan

May 19, 2025 • 44min
Charlie Downes - Can Reform UK Save Britain?
On this week’s episode of The Current Thing, Nick is joined by writer and broadcaster, Charlie Downes. They discuss:
-Charlie's views on the recent local election results
-Whether we are seeing the end of the two-party system
-Why he still believes Reform UK is the right vehicle for political change
-Nigel Farage’s comments on mass deportations and Islam
-Reform UK’s treatment of Rupert Lowe
-Whether Labour can still recover for the next election
-If the Conservative Party can still be saved
-His takes on the so-called ‘woke right’ and ‘post-woke left’
And loads more!
The full version, with 30 minutes of extra content, is only available to paid subscribers, so click here: https://www.nickdixon.net
Get all full episodes with top guests, an extra weekly bonus podcast, Nick's private chat group, and of course support the podcast and help us save the West, all for just £5 by going to nickdixon.net
Or make a one-off donation here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nickdixon
Nick's links
Substack: nickdixon.net
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nick_dixon
X: https://x.com/NJDixon
Charlie's links
Website: https://cfdownes.uk/
X account: https://x.com/cfdownes_

May 14, 2025 • 58min
Keir Starmer Channels Enoch Powell - with Paul Cox
Dixon Cox is back once again! This week Nick and Paul discuss Keir Starmer’s statement on immigration that is melting leftie brains everywhere. They look at the insane response, as well as the detail in the white paper to see if it actually stands up to scrutiny.
They also talk about Rupert Lowe being cleared by the CPS, and his extremely damning statement about Nigel Farage.
The full version is only available to paid subscribers, so click here: https://www.nickdixon.net/p/keir-starmer-channels-enoch-powell
Get all full episodes with top guests, join Nick's private chat group, and of course support the podcast and help us save the West, all for just £5 by going to nickdixon.net
Or make a one-off donation here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nickdixon
Nick's links
Substack: nickdixon.net
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nick_dixon
X: https://twitter.com/nickdixoncomic
Paul's links
X: https://twitter.com/PaulCoxComedy
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paulcoxcomedy
Comedy clubs: https://www.epiccomedy.co.uk/