Political Currency

Discussions on Islamophobia in the Conservative Party, tensions between Downing Street and the Chancellor over budget cuts, the necessity of a regional approach for economic growth, and the potential gender equality implications of appointing Claire Lombardelli as Deputy Governor of the Bank of England.

Former politicians Ed Balls and George Osborne tackle the topics of Boris Johnson's upcoming book, private plane usage, and positive discrimination in politics. They discuss the implications of Johnson's memoirs, the ethics of private flights, and the effectiveness of positive discrimination measures.

Former politicians Ed Balls and George Osborne discuss the chaos in Parliament, focusing on housing policy and the economy's absence in the election year. They also delve into David Cameron's visit to the Falklands and speculate on his role as Foreign Secretary in a Labour government.

Ed Balls and George Osborne answer more of your Ex-Minister’s Questions. Speaking of ex-ministers, Nick Boles, wants to know if there’s still an opportunity for anyone except Trump and Biden in the race for POTUS... And what about Labour’s proposed VAT on private school fees - will it cause a state school influx? Is the left a bit ‘male’ as George alleges? Ed isn’t convinced. Plus, they both revisit their experience of very publicly losing their jobs.Follow us on social media: @polcurrencyProducers: Rosie Stopher and Nathan CopelinProduction support: Miriam Hall Production Manager: Flick HeathExecutive 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.

The podcast discusses the UK falling into recession, termed 'Rishession', creating challenges for the Sunak government. Labour faces anti-semitism crisis with concerns over candidate Azhar Ali. The hosts explore economic realities, Labour leader's strategic mistakes, and NATO Summit tensions.

Ed Balls and George Osborne discuss topics like minimum wage impact, next female PM, Keir Starmer's charisma. They share amusing celebrity encounters and talk about UK rejoining EU customs union.

It’s been a week of missteps for Rishi Sunak - an uncomfortable bet struck with Piers Morgan over Rwanda and a jibe gone wrong at PMQs - plus Liz Truss and her PopCon launch can’t have helped. Is this a precursor to the next leadership contest - or just misguided lessons in popularity with one of the least popular PMs of all time?In Labour land, the party’s £28 billion on green spending U-turn is finally coming to fruition, weeks after Ed predicted it would. Is it screeching to a stop enough for people to notice - and what will come in its place? Ed and George debate how effective the rollback is.And as Buckingham Palace announces King Charles’ cancer diagnosis, Ed and George reflect on how a modern monarchy communicates with the public.Follow us on social media: @polcurrencyProducers: Rachel Balmer and Rosie StopherProduction Manager: Flick HeathExecutive 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.

On this week's Ex-minister’s Questions, a listeners asks if Matt Hancock has simply been misunderstood? No guesses for which way Ed and George fall on that one. They’re also tackling social care policy, Sunday opening hours, and the real meaning of 'Chatham House rules'. Speaking of which, we've had correspondence from an anonymous source with a revelation about Rishi Sunak and a disappearing video he filmed for social media's most successful foodie account; TOPJAW.Follow us on social media: @polcurrencyProducers: Rachel Balmer and Rosie StopherProduction Manager: Flick HeathExecutive 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.

Brexit anniversary sparks debate on bankers' bonus cap; Rishi Sunak's vaping ban questioned; French political turmoil examined with Macron's challenges and potential far-right successor

Ed and George tackle more Ex-Ministers’ Questions. What are the best nicknames they’ve heard in politics? Is it time to radically rethink the NHS? How can the Israel-Palestine conflict be talked about in a way that’s respectful to both sides? And George reveals one of the strangest rules in the House of Commons... may contain references to snorting - you have been warned!To send in your questions for next week's episode, email questions@politicalcurrency.co.uk - we love to receive your voice notes! Follow us on social media: @polcurrency Producers: Rachel Balmer and Rosie Stopher Production Manager: Flick Heath Executive Producers: Dino Sofos and Ellie Clifford Political Currency is a Persephonica Production and part of the Acast Creator Network Hosted on Acast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.