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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/
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Jan 11, 2024 • 35min
Global trends to watch in 2024
In today's episode, Rory and Zac sit down to discuss their underreported stories, what big topics to look out for in 2024, and make their changes to the World Leader Leaderboard. TIMESTAMPS:Intro: 0:00Rory’s underreported story: 00:58Zac’s underreported story: 03:35What to look out for in 2024: 06:44World Leader Leaderboard: 22:23Outro: 34:42See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jan 9, 2024 • 25min
How Sunak Was Called Out for Lying
In today's episode, Zac and Ben sit down and discuss ethics in politics when it comes to blatant lying following Rishi Sunak getting community noted, as well as bringing you the underreported stories of the week and the world leader leaderboard.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 21, 2023 • 39min
Why the US had a great 2023, and other underreported stories
The podcast discusses the underreported stories of 2023, including the ongoing civil war in Myanmar, the disconnect between perception and reality of the US economy, America's strategic advantage in energy, political turmoil in France over immigration laws, and political developments in Europe, Yemen, and Gaza.

Dec 19, 2023 • 50min
Which UK Political Party Won in 2023?
In today's episode, Zac and Rory sit down and rate each political party in the UK on how they performed in 2023, as well as bringing you the underreported stories of the week and the world leader leaderboard.TIMESTAMPS: Intro: 00:00Underreported Stories: 01:352023 UK politics in Review: 09:46World Leader Leaderboard: 42:27Outro: 49:30See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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.