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  • Can the Lib Dems Make Any Impact on a Landslide Government?

    Can the Lib Dems Make Any Impact on a Landslide Government?
    2024/09/17
    The Lib Dems won 72 seats at the election. While this is an epic achievement, it will have little influence over a government with a commanding majority. But is there one policy where they could play an historic role? Rock & Roll Politics is live at Kings Place on October 7th. Tickets here. Subscribe to Patreon here for bonus podcasts and much more. Written and presented by Steve Richards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    51 分
  • Does the government need to be unpopular?

    Does the government need to be unpopular?
    2024/09/10
    Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves are refusing to budge over the winter fuel payment saga – and both argue they are willing to be unpopular if the decision is the 'right one'. But is this the smart strategic course? And is unpopularity an inevitable consequence of 'tough' leadership? Plus, answers to brilliant listener questions and some vital assembly notices... Rock N Roll Politics is live at Kings Place on Oct 7... a lot going on by then. Tickets here Please subscribe to Patreon for ad free podcasts a day early and bonus podcasts every month. Subscribe here Written and presented by Steve Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    50 分
  • Will the next Tory leader ever be prime minister?

    Will the next Tory leader ever be prime minister?
    2024/09/03
    Whoever wins the Tory leadership contest will face a titanic task. Are any of the six candidates up to it? And can Labour make the most of the political space while they decide? Support Rock & Roll politics on Patreon. Rock N Roll Politics is live at Kings Place on Oct 7th after the party conferences. Tickets here. Written and presented by Steve Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    54 分
  • Do things have to get worse?

    Do things have to get worse?
    2024/08/27
    In Keir Starmer’s first major speech as Prime Minister he argues things will get worse before they will get better… Is this the right message and approach? Why are incoming Labour governments so much more cautious than their Conservative equivalents? Rock & Roll Politics is live at King’s Place London on Mon October 7. Tickets here Support the podcast on Patreon here for live events, bonus podcasts, the main podcast ad-free and a day early, and more… Written and presented by Steve Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    52 分
  • The briefings against Sue Gray

    The briefings against Sue Gray
    2024/08/20
    The macho briefings against Sue Gray have echoes with those against Marcia Williams in the Harold Wilson era, and could have disruptive consequences. Plus latest from the Edinburgh Festival. Rock & Roll Politics is at the Edinburgh Festival every day until August 24, with a different show every time for the whole festival. Tickets here Support the podcast on Patreon here for live events, bonus podcasts, the main podcast ad-free and a day early, and more… Written and presented by Steve Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    34 分
  • Are the Tories doomed whoever is the next leader?

    Are the Tories doomed whoever is the next leader?
    2024/08/13
    With Reform breathing down their necks should the next Tory leader seek to work with Farage or try to destroy him? Either route is fraught with explosive problems… Rock & Roll Politics is at the Edinburgh Festival every day until August 24, with a different show every time for the whole festival. Tickets here Support the podcast on Patreon here for live events, bonus podcasts, the main podcast ad-free and a day early, and more… Written and presented by Steve Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 分
  • Are the riots more than a law and order issue?

    Are the riots more than a law and order issue?
    2024/08/06
    There are attempts to elevate the activities of criminal thugs by suggesting that they are “on to something”. Are they? Plus brilliant questions on the riots, Rachel Reeves, and how to pronounce Kamala. Rock & Roll Politics is at the Edinburgh Festival from Sun Aug 11th and then every day, with a different show every time for the whole festival. Tickets here. Back the podcast on Patreon here for live events, bonus podcasts, the main podcast ad-free and a day early, and more… Written and presented by Steve Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 分
  • Has Rachel Reeves won the case for tax rises?

    Has Rachel Reeves won the case for tax rises?
    2024/07/30
    Labour was not candid about the state of public finances before the election. Can it be so now, without losing public trust? Back us on Patreon to join the Post-Election Post-Mortem on ZOOM on Tue 30 July – plus you’ll get bonus podcasts, live events, exclusive merchandise and much more. Rock & Roll Politics is at the Edinburgh Festival from Aug 11th and then every day, with a different show every time. Tickets here Written and presented by Steve Richards Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    56 分