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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Sep 16, 2025 • 44min
How To Confront The Radicalisation Of Young Men | Jimmy The Giant | Zack Polanski
What is it that attracts disenfranchised young male adults to negative, racist and misogynistic role models? How can we develop our communication skills to open the door to more progressive conversations around contentious issues? Is it possible to be patriotic without promoting nationalistic views?Zack Polanski chats to YouTuber and former Tommy Robinson supporter, Jimmy The Giant about his journey with the far right.Email: boldpoliticswithzack@gmail.comYouTube: @boldpoliticswithzackInstagram: @_boldpoliticsX: @_boldpoliticsTik Tok: @boldpolitics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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