Bold Politics with Zack Polanski
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Bold Politics is a weekly podcast hosted by Zack Polanski, Leader of the Green Party. Each episode, Zack sits down with thinkers, activists, and cultural figures to explore the progressive ideas shaping the UK’s future.From migration, sustainability, and the economy to political messaging, equality, workers’ rights, and the challenges facing marginalised communities, Zack has honest, challenging conversations with people on the frontlines. He engages not only with those he respects but also with voices he sometimes disagrees with.Bold Poltiics with Zack Polanski will also amplify stories that wouldn’t normally get a platform, answer questions from both supporters and critics, and challenge guests from across the political spectrum — all with his sights on building a fairer and more equitable UK that puts people and planet first. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 7, 2025 • 34min
The Death Of Two Party Politics | Owen Jones
Owen Jones, a passionate writer and activist focused on social justice, dives into the current dynamics of Labour politics. He shares his thoughts on the recent Labour conference, highlighting a disconnect among members and the party's problematic rhetoric. Owen discusses his decision to leave Labour over policies regarding Gaza and the importance of a new political force. He emphasizes how the Greens can attract disgruntled voters with progressive policies, and challenges listeners to humanize migrant stories in political discussions.
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Sep 30, 2025 • 52min
How Labour Sold Their Souls To Billionaires | Gary Stevenson | Zack Polanski
Gary Stevenson, an economist focused on wealth inequality and creator of Gary's Economics, joins to discuss the Labour Party's potential downfall and their relationship with billionaires. He argues for the importance of wealth taxes while explaining how unchecked wealth concentration harms public resources. The conversation pivots to the need for compelling storytelling to counter far-right narratives. Gary also shares strategies to activate public support for fair taxation and the urgency for progressive parties to embrace wealth tax policies.
Sep 23, 2025 • 33min
Why Rachel Reeves Is Obsessed With Growth At Any Cost | Grace Blakeley | Zack Polanski
Grace Blakeley, an economics commentator and author of 'Vulture Capitalism,' dives deep into the workings of capitalism, power, and inequality. She critiques the Labour government's focus on GDP growth at the expense of societal well-being. Using a Marxist lens, Grace explores the significance of wealth tax in redistributing power and the importance of grassroots organizing. She emphasizes the need for independent community movements to challenge existing political structures and warns of the potential for elite control over future politics.
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Sep 16, 2025 • 44min
How To Confront The Radicalisation Of Young Men | Jimmy The Giant | Zack Polanski
Jimmy The Giant, a YouTube documentarian and former far-right supporter, shares his remarkable transformation and insights on radicalisation among young men. He discusses how disenfranchisement can draw individuals to negative ideologies and the importance of empathetic communication for progressive dialogue. Exploring the appeal of figures like Elon Musk, he contrasts cultural and structural explanations for social issues. Jimmy also highlights the need for accessible education to combat misinformation while defining patriotism free from nationalism, fostering hope in challenging times.
Sep 9, 2025 • 25min
How To Beat The Anti-Immigration Playbook | Zoe Gardner
Zoe Gardner, a migration expert and advocate for refugees, joins the discussion to challenge common myths around immigration. She explains why asylum seekers often don't stay in the first safe country and advocates for better integration to improve lives and society. Gardner critiques the political silence surrounding migration discussions and urges for balanced media representation. She emphasizes the contributions of migrants to the economy and reveals a disconnect between public sentiment and media narratives, pointing to the need for rights-based approaches to migration.
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Sep 3, 2025 • 35min
The Future Of Left Politics | Ash Sarkar
In this engaging discussion, Ash Sarkar, an influential activist and author known for her keen political insights at Novara Media, reflects on the lessons left leaders can learn from the Jeremy Corbyn era. She explores how the UK's imperial history shapes contemporary foreign policy and debates the effectiveness of protests. Sarkar emphasizes the importance of solid candidate selection in forming a new political party and discusses the role of solidarity marches in raising awareness of global issues, such as the conflict in Palestine.
Sep 3, 2025 • 2min
Bold Politics with Zack Polanski
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