
Starmergeddon (from TLDR News)
Your fortnightly UK politics podcast from TLDR News. Join writers Ben Blissett and Georgina Findlay for a discussion about the Labour government, Keir Starmer’s cabinet, and other underreported stories. Published every other Friday.Pre-order the next edition of Too Long, TLDR’s print magazine, using the code 'TOOPODCAST' for £2 off any order: https://toolong.news/
Latest episodes

Dec 14, 2023 • 34min
Why Venezuela (probably) won’t invade Guyana
The podcast discusses the Venezuelan vote to annex part of Guyana's territory and the concerns it raises. They explore the reasons behind the vote, including a long-running territorial dispute and the influence of oil. The hosts also discuss the ongoing trend of supporting nuclear energy globally, except for Germany. They touch on the ongoing coup attempt in Guatemala and divisions within the state. Additionally, they talk about the world leader leaderboard and invite listener participation.

Dec 12, 2023 • 41min
How the Emergency Rwanda Bill Could End Sunak's Government
Discussion of the Emergency Rwanda Bill and its implications, concerns about its potential violation of international law, factionalism within the Conservative Party and the implications of Scotland's foreign policy and China's advancements in chip development, and President Lula's efforts to reduce Amazon deforestation.

Dec 5, 2023 • 56min
TLDR Rank the Best Politicians
The hosts rank and debate the best politicians on a leaderboard, considering recent victories, upcoming elections, and polling data. They discuss the complexity of categorizing a particular politician and explore Iran's proxy war with Israel and the US. The chapter also explores the challenges of creating a domestic economy and previews future episodes.

Nov 30, 2023 • 49min
Does the UK have a Coherent Foreign Policy?
In today's episode Zac, Ben & Rory have a long discussion about this weeks underreported stories, have a detailed chat about what Britains foreign policy will look like with David Cameron and a potential Labour government, plus the world leader leaderboard returns as ever! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 24, 2023 • 34min
Will the Dutch election Push Europe Further Right?
The hosts discuss the recent Dutch elections and the potential shift to the right in Europe. They highlight the victory of a populist, anti-immigration party in the Netherlands and explore the complexities of immigration policy. They also talk about the declining polling numbers of world leaders and upcoming changes to the podcast.

Nov 15, 2023 • 33min
Braverman's Sacked and Cameron Returns
In today's episode Jack, Ben & Rory discuss everything going on in UK politics this week: Suella Braverman being sacked; David Cameron returning; the Rwanda plan being shot down by the Supreme Court; and the amendments to the King's Speech.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 10, 2023 • 32min
Is Sunak Going to Sack Braverman?
In today's episode, we dicuss the controversial Suella Braverman article in The Times, and ask whether she's on the cusp of being sacked from the cabinet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 3, 2023 • 42min
What Is Europe's Approach to Gaza?
In today's episode, we discuss the different approaches of European countries (and leaders) to the Gaza crisis.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 26, 2023 • 30min
One Year of Sunak. How Has He Done?
It's officially been 365 days since Rishi Sunak stepped into Number 10 as Prime Minister, but how has he done? Has Sunak exceeded expectations? Or has he not even lived up to them?In a very special TLDR Podcast/Big Rissue mash up, we run through the last year - the good, the bad, and the very bad.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oct 20, 2023 • 46min
What the Hell Happened at the UN This Week?
Politicians around the world react to Israel-Gaza conflict, specifically in the UK. Concerns about corruption in Kenya, protests over high cost of living, and consequences of debt costs in developing countries. US rejection of UN resolutions on Israel's defense rights. Difficulties in communication on Israel and Gaza, referendum failure in Australia. Recent political developments in Poland and resurgence of centrists in Europe.