Political Currency

Former British politicians Ed Balls and George Osborne discuss the current political climate and the demise of long-form interviews. They also delve into Labour's candidates and reminisce about past interactions like John Prescott's egg incident. Plus, they touch on the consequences of disrespectful behavior in politics, highlighted by Nigel Farage's milkshake incident.

Former politicians Ed Balls and George Osborne discuss the impact of Rishi Sunak's tax claim on the election. They reflect on campaign strategies, including insights from George's experience. The duo also delve into post-election budget expectations and examine the credibility of tax policies in the current political landscape.

George Osborne discusses Tory MPs' resignation, a possible inheritance tax play. Labour's Angela Rayner defends Diane Abbott, TV debate expectations. Exploring power dynamics, polarizing figures, and potential game-changing events in the upcoming election.

From paddleboarding blunders to power stances, the hosts delve into cringey political stunts. They debate Labour's tax on private schools and discuss the market impact of the election. Rumors swirl about Michael Gove's potential move to Strictly. Catch their extra hot takes on Tuesdays!

Rishi Sunak's election gamble, trouble in the Labour Party, George Osborne's warning about Nigel Farage, and the excitement of the upcoming election are discussed in this episode.

Former British politicians Ed Balls and George Osborne discuss election fever, voter turnout, potential outcomes, attack lines on Keir Starmer, and the impact of the Liberal Democrats. They reflect on campaign strategies, economic growth, regional leadership, and ministerial selection, with insights into treasury minister appointments and the dynamics of the upcoming election.

Discussion on the surprise early general election called by Rishi Sunak, analyzing key battlegrounds and policy issues. Insights into Number 10's strategy, seats to watch, and Westminster's preparation. Speculation on potential outcomes, challenges for Labour and Conservatives, and impact on election night plans.

Author Will Hutton and Westminster Insider Sascha O’Sullivan discuss the loss of tech experts to the West Coast, Ed Balls and George Osborne's responsibility for economic crises, finding silver linings in Truss's approach, and the impact of mayors in Bristol.

Keir Starmer, poster boy. The Labour leader’s new pledge card is here, with six key policies and a black and white photoshoot to woo the public. Is it all a bit retro? Well that depends who you ask: George Osborne would prefer a new approach, whereas Ed Balls reckons some solid Labour '97 nostalgia might just be what the party needs.Meanwhile, Labour’s shadow foreign secretary David Lammy is working hard to get himself out there on the world stage - and back in the good books of a certain former (and possibly future) US President, of whom he’s rarely been complimentary before. If he’s after an invitation to Mar-a-Lago, the good news is that George has the inside scoop from the current Foreign Secretary on how an evening at Donald Trump’s dinner table plays out. And, with George on the ground at Stanford University, what are the challenges of the campus protests sweeping the world - and what does it mean for politics in a globally important election year? Become a member of POLITICAL CURRENCY GOLD 🏅 to support the podcast, enjoy ad-free listening to all our episodes, receive early access to EMQs and Inside The Room, and to live show tickets. Try for free: patreon.com/politicalcurrency or on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/politicalcurrencyRemember to send us your questions to questions@politicalcurrency.co.ukProducer: Rosie Stopher Production support: Miriam HallTechnical Producer: Will Gibson SmithExecutive Producers: Dino Sofos and Ellie CliffordPolitical Currency is a Persephonica Production and is part of the Acast Creator Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ed Balls and George Osborne recommend books, sparking a book club discussion. Greg Clark asks about local mayoralties, and Decca Aitkenhead questions George's memory. Liz Truss's political journey is analyzed, along with the evolution of mayoral power in British politics and the influence of literature on political ideologies.