Politics Unboxed: Recent Episodes
Rhys
Short 15-minute Podcasts to unbox the major issues, both in the UK and across the pond. Hopefully not a piece of Fake News in sight.
LIVE on XpressionFM on Thursday 26th of January, 2023: this is Politics Unboxed!
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LIVE on XpressionFM from Thursday 19th January, 2023 - Politics Unboxed is BACK!
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Time to look through a really interesting set of months in the political review of the year! July to September should be fun....
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Welcome to part two of our look through the year just gone, this time, it's the turn of April to June to be under the microscope.
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A look back on the year... well, January to March...
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Yet another from the Live on XpressionFM Collection, this time from the 7th of December! Enjoy your listening, and remember - to catch the show with all the music included, you need to be tuned in to XpressionFM every Wednesday during term time from 2-4pm.
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LIVE on XpressionFM from the 14th of December 2022, this is the Politics Unboxed show, in the 1400-1600 Slot. Term Time, Every Wednesday!
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Here, I talk to the CEO of the Learning and Work Institute about adult learning and we ask the question: is the Government's Levelling Up Agenda failing the people of the United Kingdom?
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LIVE on XpressionFM, this is the Politics Unboxed Release from the 30th November 2022. BUT, if you think you're missing something from the episode, try catching it live on XpressionFM from 2pm to 4pm every Wednesday - we can't post the songs up on here, but live on the airwaves, you can get the level of political analysis you expect, and the music taste which you might.. not expect.
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Here is the live broadcast of Politics Unboxed in the 1400 Show slot on Xpression FM, from Wednesday 9th November. 2 Segments have been clipped up and taken for external release under the PU: The Interview Header, and can be found elsewhere in this Podcast's Feed.
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An amazingly exciting interview with Matthew Diemer, Democratic Candidate for Ohio's 7th Congressional District. Listen to it now wherever you are reading this from!!
We talk Democratic Party establishment, policy over politics, and favourite Republicans.
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LIVE on XpressionFM on Wednesday 2nd November, it's Politics Unboxed!!
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The 1400 Show from Politics Unboxed, recorded and presented as LIVE from XpressionFM; 26/10/2022.
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The LIVE 1400 Show on XpressionFM, brought to you by Politics Unboxed. Recorded as live, all parts of the show included, on 19/10/2022
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Join me and Vicky as we talk all things sacking of Kwasi Kwarteng and the appointment of Jeremy Hunt after nearly 4 years away from Government. Is Trussonomics dead in the water? What does it mean for the Truss premiership to have 2 former PMs and 3 former Chancellors on the backbenches? Is this just a Mince Pie Administration which won't make it until Christmas?
Find out all of those answers (well, our opinions at least) in this episode.
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This is episode one of a new endeavour, from the Politics Unboxed Media Family, where we will be talking to some interesting people about what they get up to in the world of politics and society. Episode 1 features Edred, who is an organiser and activist with Just Stop Oil. Hopefully an interesting discussion.
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Originally Broadcast Live on XpressionFM on Wednesday 28th September 2022, this episode catches up with Vicky, Harry, and Deian, as Rhys guides them through a discussion around the Chancellor's Mini-Budget statement to the Commons around Tax, Spend, and Energy Bills.
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A special report from Rhys Wallis, taking you through the day when Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, passed away, and the reaction from outside Buckingham Palace.
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Liz Truss has won the Conservative Leadership Election - but that was always going to be the easy part for her. Now she faces the difficulty of governing in the turbulent wake of Boris Johnson's premiership, with a large 'awkward squad' on the benches behind her, and a combative opposition - not to mention the populace. With multiple crises approaching from every feasible direction, can she deal with them? Can she even put a team together to face the crises? Find out here, with our panel from Politics Unboxed and Xpression FM News
With the US Midterms rapidly approaching (November 8th, set your calendars to remind you), it seems prudent to have a look at the stories making waves on the other side of the Atlantic. Joined by regular panellists Callum and Vicky, Election Watch dives into the races that matter, and what's really up for grabs in the latest episode.
In Today's Episode, firstly sorry for the sloppy editing, I'm in between projects at the moment and balancing quite a bit.. BUT with FOUR on the show, there were plenty of voices to keep people listening. So it's time to dive into the Tory leadership race, and find out who will be the UK's Next Prime Minister.
Well, this is all out of sync, but here is the originally recorded Episode 2 for Election Watch, with Rhys and Vicky talking all about the much overlooked topic of the French Legislative Elections.
After months of speculation and scandal, the Prime Minister has announced his resignation as Leader of the Conservative Party, and his resignation timetable of sorts from his role as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: but how did it come to this? And what now lies in store?
Join me, Callum, and an on-holiday Vicky, as we dissect the biggest news of the last few days in British Politics, which is pushing us even closer to an election than we were already.
Election Watch is back, but unfortunately, we've just missed out on having this one relevant... Thanks for the resignation, Mr Johnson.
Anyway, this still is some half decent political analysis, so give it a listen and share if you like it.
Quick trailer for one of our upcoming Election Watch episodes - it's a taste of things to come.
It's Episode 1 of this brand new podcasting adventure, where there are no guests, but I give a brief overview of how this podcast will work, and then we dive into the French Presidential Election Round 1.
Give it a like, share it, and see where the French Presidential Election deep dive takes you!
Back again with another episode, and as per usual I head down a multitude of rabbit holes. When I stay on track, this episode talks about what the covid rules might be around Christmas time, whether the public will swallow it, whether the Tories will swallow it, and when the PM might be headed for the exit door of Number 10. Note the use of when, not if, it looks like a formality now, but then again... We've all been wrong about the Teflon PM before.
I know - it's been a while... But I'm finally back on the podcast bandwagon! It's time to unpack what this by election result means for Boris, and for the party he leads (at time of recording)
We're back, and it's time to talk Trudeau, O'Toole, and the fight to become Canada's next PM.
Did I miss anything over the weekend? No? That's good then.... Ah, right.. The Health Secretary resigned and there's a new one who used to be Chancellor until he was forced out by the PM's former advisor who is now himself attacking the government... Best get cracking then!
Let's have a look at the stories about the travel list being updated and one other - deaths outnumber births for the first time since 1976 in the UK
Not feeling well enough to put together a full episode, so here's an apology and also some headlines from the BBC News Page.
The Wealth Gap is on the rise - not a surprise I know, but something which is going under the radar right now. Here is a podcast on that issue, and some stats thrown in to talk over.
Yesterday I was out in London and I found my way to the anti lockdown protest on Parliament Square - so I did a bit of roving recording. Let's have a listen to the sounds of the protest and my comments on it. Like share and comment if you liked, disagreed or whatever with this podcast.
Edwin Poots is GONE - so we need a new Leader for the DUP, and possibly bringing with them new leaders in the NI Executive.. Let's see how this plays out and what brought us here on today's SECOND episode.
The Liberal Democrats have taken a chunk out of the Blue Wall as they win the Chesham and Amersham by-election, so let's talk about it all on today's episode.
Yeah, okay I didn't get much inspiration for the title of this episode, but we talk about the issues of covid restrictions being lifted, or not, and the Hancock allegations. As well as this, the Northern Irish First Minister nominations, and also the rising covid cases in the UK.
We have a by election tomorrow - so who's standing, what are they standing for, and what might happen? Let's find out.
Freedom Day is... Delayed - so why, and what does it mean?? Find out today on the Politics Unboxed Podcast.
Let's have a look at the headlines which will be dominating some of the agenda this week, and some of the recent stories from the last couple of days.
No podcast yesterday, so to make up for it, it's time to talk about Matt Hancock's answers to the Health, Science and Technology Committees and what Boris was up to today.
Let's have a look at today's headlines and the surge testing and vaccination programme in Greater Manchester and Lancashire.
Gavin Barwell, now Lord Barwell, the former Brexit Adviser to Theresa May, has said that the Government deliberately accepted a substandard NI Protocol to get Brexit done, expecting to be able to wriggle out of it later.. So what did he say, what have government ministers said about the protocol, and what does it mean?
The Delta Variant is now causing ministers to openly say that June 21st is in jeopardy, and Matt Hancock was on the Andrew Marr show to talk about that, and the Dominic Cummings testimony last week.
With plenty of covid news in the headlines today, let's have a look at the situation brewing in the UK.
So there's plenty going on in UK politics right now, and here's what the government will have to deal with over the next week or so. We talk foreign aid, education tsars resigning, and health workers appealing for better protections, even as the government sings their praises... Turns out that they can't be protected by claps.
The government have announced new funding to catch students after the months of face to face teaching lost through the coronavirus pandemic. Is it enough? And what would it do? Find out here.
With statements from NERVTAG and SAGE scientists suggesting that we should wait for more data on the Indian Variant before opening up fully on June 21st...what's going to happen about 'freedom day'?
Benjamin Netanyahu looks like he could be out of power after 12 years in charge of Israel - but who is there to take his place, and what will they have to do to oust him? Let's find out today.
There is some more data, so what could it mean for the date of June 21st and the Indian Variant in general? Let's find out.
This is an extra long episode of the Politics Unboxed Podcast - but Dominic Cummings did speak for close to SEVEN HOURS... So what did he say? And what might it mean for the Government? Let's find out.
The government has gone through a change of heart on the restrictions (or guidance) given to 8 regions of England which have the variant of concern - Indian Variant. So what did the guidance use to be, and what is it now? Let's find out.
With Dominic Cummings - former chief advisor to the PM - about to testify before a committee of MPs, what might he have on the PM? Pure speculation but there look to be some interesting questions to answer
We've got a few elections coming up in the UK, and for this one, it's time to have a look at the by elections that are around the corner. Yes there are some local elections to, but for this one, it's time to have a look at the by elections.
Maybe a step away from the usual topics, but it is most certainly news, and an important scenario to unbox. So let's have a look.
Is the public sector reclaiming the railways? Or is it a partial way of doing things? Let's find out.
Doug Beattie is the new Leader of the Ulster Unionist Party and Edwin Poots is the leader of the DUP - so what does that mean for Unionism in Northern Ireland?
This is Part Two of my Chat with friend of the Podcast, Matthew. In this episode we are subject to a couple more tangents than last time, but we stayed mainly on our topic of the English Council Elections and what they mean for the major parties and their leaders. Enjoy.
This is Part One of my Talk with friend of the Podcast, Matthew, in which we mainly talk about the Scottish Elections of 2021 (with only a couple of tangents...).
Let's have a look at the Queen's Speech and the talk of a Covid Inquiry in Spring of 2022.
Time to have a look at the next steps the UK Government is taking to ease the nation out of lockdown, and also to look ahead to the Queen's Speech (which is today, come to think about it)
Let's have a look at the Labour Party 'reshuffle' and goings on North of the Border - it's a long one, sorry.
Time to have a look at the results after the first day of counting after this Thursday's Elections.
We have an exit poll to discuss here on today's episode, and potentially some early signs about where these elections are headed.
Quick podcast to give you an overview of what to expect today in polling stations as millions of people go to the polls to vote for their local, regional and in some cases, national representatives.
If only I knew that, I'd be rich. Anyway, let's have a crack at answering a big question before election day.
Arlene Foster is going, but her replacement as leader of the DUP has a job on their hands: so who will it be?
Time to have a look at the polls surrounding the local elections which (most of) the British Public will be going to the ballot box to decide the results of. Scottish, Welsh, London and the English Polls get an analysis here.
England have local elections coming up on May 6th - District Council, County Council, Police and Crime Commissioner and the Mayoral Races up and down the country. What are they, and what's happening? Find out on today's episode of the Politics Unboxed Podcast.
Arlene Foster - the First Minister of the Northern Ireland Executive and Leader of the DUP - is another conservative (small c) leader under threat and facing a tough set of circumstances. Let's find out what it's all about.
If this week isn't classified as a bad one for the PM, we need a new definition of bad...
Time to start a new series for the relaunch of the Podcast - I'll be covering some big talking points that don't quite fit into other series on this one. First up, a topic close to my heart and a very interesting listen - nuance in politics.
Let's have a look forward to the May 6th Scottish Elections, and what might happen there.
There are just so many stories that don't get the time of day in a normal news cycle - but what does that mean and what can we do about it? Find out here
Yesterday, 4 Democrats announced they wanted to expand the Supreme Court. That Bill is D.OA.,but it's only one battle in a longer war over the future of the US Supreme Court. Find out why in today's podcast.
Fake News. We've all heard the term, but what is it? Why is it important? And what can we do to counter it?
The Johnson and Johnson Vaccine is being paused in its rollout in the US, SA and EU due to blood clotting - but what does it mean? Is it really a serious issue? Is it more vaccine nationalism? Or is it a real issue? (can it be all of them?) Find that out and more in today's podcast.
Time to look forward to the elections on May 6th. Council elections, Mayoral elections, Police and Crime Commissioner elections and the London Assembly Elections in England, and Parliament Elections in Scotland and Wales. Here's a whistle-stop tour of what's up for grabs and what it means. Enjoy. Follow the Instagram on @politics.unboxed, or on Facebook Politics Unboxed, Twitter @PoliticsU, email me at politics.unboxed@outlook.com or visit the website, politicsunboxedpodcast.wordpress.com
Finally, Politics Unboxed is back. After a far too long hiatus, the relaunched series returns for a look at the relaxation of UK Lockdown regulations. To get in touch, go to the Instagram (@politics.unboxed), Facebook (Politics Unboxed), Twitter (@PoliticsU), Email me at politics.unboxed@outlook.com or visit the website politicsunboxedpodcast.wordpress.com
The Christmas Restrictions have been published - so what do they say? Have a listen and find out
News that will bring joy to the ears of the Biden Campaign, and Democrats - as well as all democrats - as the GSA announces that the Biden Transition Team will be given funds and the normal and necessary access to information.
We now know what will be announced today (or most of it) by the Prime Minister - have a listen!
The Economy is taking centre stage - so let's talk about the public sector pay freeze, and the challenges facing the Chancellor.
The Economy will surely be the focus for the next few months - so what's happening with it?
Dominic Cummings is not going to be the adviser to the Prime Minister for much longer, and won't be working in Number 10 anymore. So what happens next then?
Lee Cain has resigned. What next? He's a key Cummings ally, so what does that say about the state of the PM's chief spin doctor, and the PM himself? Plus news from the UK as we reach 50,000 Coronavirus Deaths.
The Election Night is over, but Election Week and perhaps Month is still ongoing - so here's my take on what's happened so far! Bear in mind that I was awake for 37 hours straight before recording this, so any lapses in concentration are probably down to that!
One Day More! US Election is just around the corner - what are the latest figures saying? Find out.
They were "wrong" in 2016, are they going to be wrong again? Let's have a look at what would happen if they are wrong again - but including the starting point of this year's polling data.
This episode got a bit... Sad. But it is a very important one about the impending new national lockdown.
Jeremy Corbyn has been suspended from the Labour Party pending an investigation. What does that mean and why is it important?
So how do the People actually elect the President? Let's find out, along with some controversies and issues with the system, and parts of the history.
In a longer (nearly 30 minutes) episode, it's time to have a full and comprehensive look at the polls for the US Presidential Election.
We haven't had a look at the Presidential Election for a few days: let's make that right!
Lockdown looks like it's coming back... If only we had some good leadership to see us through it.
It's not the happiest of episodes this one, but lockdown looks like it's coming back sooner than we thought.
The Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, made a statement about the tiers of lockdown yesterday. What does it mean, and what did he say? Find out here
The start of a new series, where I take a look at what's happening in the Supreme Court and the Developments therein. Let's have a look at what Amy Coney Barrett is about.
The House of Representatives is out of the reach of Republicans, the Presidency has been talked to death about, so let's talk about the Senate.
Time to have a look at the Big Picture again - does what it says on the tin this one...
The first Presidential Debate was a mess. The Vice Presidential Debate was so boring to many that a fly was the star attraction. But what happened in them? Answers can be found here!
It's been far too long since I took to the mic to talk to you lovely people about politics - so here goes for he relaunch!! Time to talk Predictions for the US Presidential Election 2020!!
IMR and CCR are important concepts - but what are they? And how do they relate to Ministerial Responsibility?
It's been an interesting few days, but finally we know what people's actual results were.. that were released on last Thursday (13/8). Puts me in mind if the Iowa Caucus all over again to be honest...
The restrictions are not being eased as swiftly as the government had originally planned - here's why!
Donald Trump wants to move the Election. Here's why, and why he won't be the one to make the final decision.
A check up on what's stopping people checking in to their Spanish holidays (clue: it's the government and a pandemic, but not necessarily in that order)
This is the full interview with Spike Cohen, and includes the bonus little 6 minute or so segment at the end where we talk about major world issues and US issues. Want to know more about Spike's Campaign? Follow @literallyspikecohen on Instagram or search for the Jorgensen Cohen campaign in your search engine.
In this, the third part of my interview with Spike Cohen, Libertarian Party Vice Presidential Nominee for the 2020 Presidential Election, we talk about his campaign, and the beliefs behind it.
This is part 2 of my interview with Libertarian Party Vice Presidential Nominee Spike Cohen! Give it a listen! This one talks about Ballot access laws and Kanye West's Presidential Campaign
This is the last part of my interview with Josh from the Free Game Thee Podcast! Go check him out on anchor, or on Instagram @freegametheepod
Part 3 of my chats with Josh from the Free Game Thee Podcast! It's time to talk about the 2020 Presidential Election...
In part 2 of my interview with Josh from the Free Game Thee Podcast, we chat about BLM and things regarding race in America.
I chat to Josh from the Free Game Thee Podcast - very good Podcast, you should check it out sometime - and we start off this 4 parter by talking about Covid.
This is the full interview with Tom from AFTW, we talk Labour, UK Politics, UK News, the Tories - loads basically. Give it a listen.
The final part of the interview with Tom from AFTW. Here we talk about all sorts, so dive in and have a listen!!
Here we go, part 3 of the interview with Tom from @a_few_things_wrong - in this episode we discuss Covid (and the Government's handling of it), Black Lives Matter (and the handling of that too) and then the run up to the 2024 Election. Will Boris have a job by then? Will Keir succeed his embattled opponent? Find out in the podcast!
Time to dive into the second part of the podcast interview with Tom - in this one we chat about the 2019 General Election and topics around there!
In the first section of the Politics Unboxed Interviews with Tom from A Few Things Wrong (great page on Instagram, check them out) we discuss the left wing, the Labour Party, and what's happening in British Politics!
Boris Johnson has hinted at making Facemasks Mandatory in shops. This and other stories covered in the episode.
Does what it says on the tin! Back to 15 minutes for anyone caught out by the longer one last time...
Brazil's President has covid, tests are very important, and Boris is under fire for care home comments.
Trump is railing against Mail in Ballots : but are they a plot to rig the Election or the groundwork of a leviathan Trump excuse? Also, someone called Kanye seems to be running for President... Who could that be?
Here we go - more covid updates; here I talk about Planes and Air Travel, Pubs and social distancing, and Parks and Recreation (not the series).
Not the most political one ever, but a developing news story nonetheless, so here it is, covered!
The Prime Minister yesterday promised ambitious New Deal style programmes - but almost all of the funding for these had either already been announced in the Spring Budget, or was just a rewording of the Manifesto Committments. It's a step in the right direction, but does it go far enough?
The PM made an announcement yesterday - no return to Austerity.. has it backed him into a corner, or given him greater room to manouver? Find out.
Time to have a look at Trump's re-election campaign - is it stalling? How will his handling of the Coronavirus Pandemic impacting the situation?
Here's the round up of yesterday's PMQs and how the Housing Sec got himself caught up in a tangle...
Some big news from the final ever Downing Street Press Briefing - find out what this means for England here.
The Confederacy and its statues are a major talking point, but the memories of the Confederacy don't stem from the time you expect. Have a listen.
As the title suggests, it's time to look at the predicament facing the Tories, and their embattled Prime Minister.
The Government is humming and hawing - to use the PM's line against Keir Starmer against the government - over which app to use for tracing, and here are some updates from NI and Scotland.
This is the final part of the Politics Unboxed Interviews with EJ Fawcett! If you haven't heard the first 2, check them out then come back to here - if you have, here's the final episode!
This is the first segment of my interview with EJ Fawcett, youth climate activist. Enjoy.
Here is a little bit of fun I had messing around with maps on the 270towin site - check them out!
The follow up to my podcast talking about all the things wrong with FPTP, here's one in favour (until minute 12...)
Well, not a great reflection on our democracy or PM, but here is episode 6 of the PMQs Reviews!.
The Education Secretary has U-Turned on getting all primary school pupils back to school, so we'll talk about that, but also, it's time to go out clothes shopping (in England, and after June 15th).
With the state of the United States looking ever more disunited.. what will the fallout of these two crises on the 2020 Elections? Find out my take.
Taking a break from doing the news, here's a look at the arguments against the First Past the Post system, which is how we elect our government in the UK.
Protests turn violent in London, DC police expect violence over the weekend, and what can we expect to come of all this? Find out.
Here's a word I bet you haven't thought about for a while.. BREXIT is back in the headlines! Have a listen to find out why.
Yesterday's Press Briefing called for facemasks on public transport? Too little too late? Some think so. Plus other headlines.
Yet again, I feel compelled to sit here and record a Podcast on these issues. There is a problem. We have to be a part of the solution.
The primary schools in England are back + all the headlines from the UK from the 1st of June.
Is the science supporting the government's decisions any more? Who knows! Find out more on the podcast.
The Protests around the USA today can't have gone unnoticed to you. Here's my attempt to unbox the complex situation that is the Black Lives Matter Protest and why they are rightfully angry.
Another episode that does what it says on the tin! Have a listen to find out more about the furlough scheme and what's happening in the world.
The Prime Minister is telling us what we can do again! This time there are more restrictions to be lifted, and it's just for England again I'm afraid.
This episode has a double focus - the press conference announcement from yesterday, and the continued fallout from the Dominic Cummings Saga.
Plans to end the Virtual House of Commons had passed before the Whitsun Recess.. now they may be in doubt.. find out why in the Podcast!
Dominic Cummings's Trip to Durham has been hitting the headlines - here's why! Also, with plans for a Virtual Commons shelved in favour of in-person sitting, here's my view on that! Have a listen.
Scottish Plans to release the nation from its lockdown have been published - here's what they mean. Also, Home Sec Priti Patel had some things to say at yesterday's press briefing.
One of the most historically accurate and revered models in US Presidential Elections has said Trump gets... 35% of the vote.. wow.
In the third battle between Boris and the Barrister, Starmer remains on top. Have a listen to find out how I got to that conclusion.
I've already done one episode on this, but it's an important decision for the Democratic Candidate, so I've come back to it!
This is one of my favourite series on the podcast - and now it's time to have a look at another election!
Lockdown protests are getting more and more commonplace in society - so why? And what should we be doing?
The sharks and vultures are already circling around Matt Hancock - a political life not yet spent, so what are the chances that those self same scavengers will not soon turn their attentions to the Prime Minister? Have a listen to find out.
Dr Fauci testified before the Senate on Tuesday. He had some things to say.. so did Sen. Rand Paul. Have a listen to find out what they were.
I examine the backlash to the PM's statement - is it deserved? Is it clear? Is it all a political game? Find out.
Boris Johnson made a statement last night - here's what it means. A word of warning. If you are listening in Scotland, Northern Ireland or Wales, this information will not apply to you, but I explain that at the end.
Okay, so I lost count and forgot when I got to 100 episodes, but here is a special episode. This reminds us of what those who came before us fought against during the War, and what they defeated on VE Day. The political and social ideas and ideals for which they fought, and the directions of society in which they chose to steer it.
The UK economy isn't looking too Healthy.. have a listen to find out why.
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Slightly shorter Podcast, covering the paper releases by Nicola Sturgeon on Scottish Plans to leave Lockdown.
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Have a listen, you'll see what I mean..
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The race is closing in, campaign season is coming folks, so here's an early overview for the 2020 General Election!
For those who do not know, I have recently been tested for the Coronavirus - here are the details on the testing process.
The third Socialism Episode in a row! Wow! Let's have a look at Revisionist Socialism, then I might leave it alone for a while, perhaps..
In a return to Investigating Ideologies, it's another look at Socialism! Fundamentalist Socialism has too many strands for just one Podcast, so a second one is coming, but here's a look at some of Fundamentalist Socialism.
A new segment from the Podcast - a review of PMQs, which will be weekly and probably shorter than normal Podcast episodes.
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Does what it says on the tin!
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Should People Inject Bleach? No. Are some states coming out of lockdown? Yes. Does that mean the virus has gone away? Not necessarily. What does this all mean? Have a listen to the podcast, I'll tell you.
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Today's Coronavirus Updates and the main news from the UK.
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There are a lot of elected posts up fr election in 2020, so now's the time to have a look and see what they are and what it means.
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The full, just over an hour long interview with Mark Whitney! Hope you enjoy and see you soon for the next segments of the Coronavirus Updates and 2020 Vision Sections of the Podcast.
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In the final (and slightly shorter) part of the interview with Mark, it's time to turn to Coronavirus, and his reaction to the response, both in a federal and state level. After that, there's just time for a few quickfire questions, before the interview came to a close.
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Part 3 of the Politics Unboxed interview with Mark Whitney (prospective LP candidate for President). This episode focusses on his campaign itself - something very different to normal in this election cycle.. this episode also comes with a small warning on language. One phrase used by Mark can be construed as offensive, however, I believe it was not intended that way by Mark and Politics Unboxed apologises if there is any offense. Here at the Podcast, we hope it doesn't get in the way of a really good conversation about the campaign.
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In part 2 of the interview with candidate for the Libertarian Party Presidential Ticket, Mark Whitney, we start with a look at the importance of 3rd parties in US Politics.
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In an exciting Podcast episode, I get the chance to have a chat with a candidate Libertarian Party Candidate for President of the United States, Mark Whitney. In this episode, we start by looking at why Mark is a Libertarian, and not part of one of the 2 major US Parties.
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The second half of the Sunday Times report and the Government Response. Have your say on what this means for the government and the country by commenting to Politics.Unboxed on Instagram or emailing politics.unboxed@outlook.com
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The first of a two part look at the Sunday Times Report on Boris Johnson and his early response to the Coronavirus.
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With a rift opening up at the top echelons of cabinet, can Boris Johnson keep it together?
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Time to have a look at the President's Grand Plan.
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Possibly the most opinionated episode yet, but these comments had to be said. This is the frontline of the fight against coronavirus & if they feel under protected.. that's wrong and very bad for all of us.
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Yes, there is still politics going on! This podcast looks at the VP Race for Joe Biden and the Democratic Party.
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Also part of the new format - what's happening in the UK with Coronavirus? The week's updates are summarised!
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Slightly new format - going to be covering the USA news on Coronavirus over the last week or just under! Let me know how you like the new format on Instagram through @Politics.Unboxed , or you can email me at politics.unboxed@outlook.com
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This one is an episode I've wanted to do for quite a while now... And it's overran. Apologies for that, but I hope you enjoy the episode!
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Does what it says on the tin 👍
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Another of the regular episodes covering all the major headlines from today and yesterday.
It's a megamix - everyone loves a megamix! This one goes over what's happened with the Labour Party over the last few days! Enjoy..
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Big news - give it a listen.
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Does what it says on the tin..
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Lots to discuss in today's Pod!
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The Labour Leadership Race has been won - spoilers, Keir Starmer won and Angela Rayner got the deputy leadership - and now it's time to look at who's getting the jobs in the shadow cabinet and also what this means for the Labour Party.
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Another of the regulars for this series 👍
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Lots of developments to bring you today - it's another heavy Podcast I'm afraid..
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One final segment - here's what's actually happening on 4th April!
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The announcement is today - here's what the candidates represent!
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This is a heavy podcast. But it had to be said. Lots of stats contained within. I hope this helps.
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I thought this was going to be a shorter episode - wrong there I guess...
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With the race ending on 4th April, this is a chance to go back over how the Labour Party got here - later episodes will cover where they're going next...
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On this Wednesday 1st April, a chance to have a look at what was said in the government's daily briefing and also have a look at what is happening worldwide.
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Does what it says on the tin really - today's update from 31/3/2020
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We're back with another Podcast looking at the government's daily briefing and what's going on across the world.. have a listen?
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To start off today, let's look back at yesterday! Why not? We've got nothing better to do...
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Yep - politics outside of Covid 19 exists ... And here it is in podcast form 👍
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A slightly America-centric episode, but still having the time to go in depth with the global headlines about this Covid 19 pandemic.
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As the Prime Minister tests positive, it's time to have a look at all of the headlines and news from around the world!
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Just like Ronseal (don't sue), this episode contains just what it says on the tin!!
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Time to unbox the major issues regarding today's news and the sails press briefing from Boris Johnson.
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Today's Headlines and a deeper look at that Matt Hancock Press Briefing from yesterday.
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Recorded before the government briefing today, this podcast is a round up of what's been going on in the last 24 hours or so!
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Boris Johnson announced the UK would be under a police-enforceable lockdown yesterday evening - but what did the speech actually say? What can we still do and with whom can we do it? Time to look at the speech and have a thorough unboxing... In 15 minutes
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No press conference today (yet) but this podcast covers what has happened today - namely the Government Emergency Powers Bill rushing its way through the commons!
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With all of the reasons about which we could be concerned right now, it's time to have a look at why we have reasons for optimism! Enjoy!
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Today's press briefing from the government - led by DEFRA secretary George Eustice. All the information from the briefing and the questions afterwards in the Podcast.
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This is a more sombre episode. These times will be testing, but hopefully this podcast is reassuring whilst giving you information at the same time.
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Second Episode of the Day. This one covers all the details of the Prime Minister's (and Chancellor's) press briefing today at 5pm
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Education Special of the Politics Unboxed Podcast, all about the exams for Year 13s and 11s, as well as a little bit of university information to try and keep everyone in the loop about what's actually going on here!
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Next episode of the Coronavirus Updates series is out - hopefully this helps answer any questions you have about what's going on. Follow me on Instagram @Politics.Unboxed for more information and keep listening to these to stay informed.
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This is the 50th Episode of the Politics Unboxed Podcast, so I thought I'd take a break from other topics and have a look at political discourse, a topic which I feel is very important in politics today.
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Big news out of the UK Government today, as they announce the indefinite closure of schools. More updates included in the Podcast.
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Politics Unboxed is BACK! And boy have we got some big issues to talk about!! This section will be a calm, but factual, coronavirus update, repeated whenever something new happens.
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Super Tuesday has happened, and it's time for the results to be analysed and recorded - all of which happens in this podcast!!
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We've had a look at liberalism, conservatism, and nationalism.. now time for a brief introduction to socialism!!
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The biggest day of the Democratic Nomination Process is tomorrow, so it only makes sense to do a full preview. And here it is! Enjoy.
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Slightly overran but this is an important episode. The South Carolina Primary was yesterday and the results have large ramifications, especially on the campaign of one Democratic Candidate... Former VP Joe Biden.
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This episode is where I'll have a look at what the government is doing on a more day to day basis, the events that don't get their own 15 minute full episode. Hopefully this gives an insight into what the government is actually doing!
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In this new segment of the Podcast, I have a look at elections throughout history and how the campaigns go and what the impacts are. For the first episode, it's a trip to the recent past, and the 2019 UK General Election
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Only two days until the South Carolina primary, so here's the customary preview episode! How Biden is doing well here - could this be the phoenix from the flames moment his campaign needs?
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It's Part 2 of the discussion in collaboration with Ben, Adam and Ollie and here we turn our attention to the UK! Once again, it's a long one - this is the longest ep on Politics Unboxed yet!- so sit back, get some refreshments and have a listen to our chat again! The lads' Podcast is linked below! https://anchor.fm/the-classy-club
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It's time to revisit the Irish General Election, and have a look at the candidates for the new Irish PM.
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The Nevada Caucus was last night, and results are in already, which means only one thing - it's time to analyse the results!
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This is the first of a two-parter episode about what's going on and why it's relevant. In this episode I'm joined by Ben and Adam from the Classy Club Podcast, as well as Ollie, to talk about what's going on in the USA. Sit down, grab a drink of choice, and listen to some partially guided rambling. Follow the link to their Podcast - https://anchor.fm/the-classy-club
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The Nevada Caucus is tomorrow. Part 3 of the DNC candidate nomination process. I analyse who's looking strong and who needs a win, as well as the fallout from last week's debate.
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With Emily Thornberry departing the race on Valentine's Day, it seems time to have a look at the last 3 candidates standing for the Labour Leadership!
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In this episode, I look at the rest of conservativism, and have an examination of what makes up the rest of a conservative society, and their economic structures.
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I now turn my attention to conservatism, and see what that has to offer. In this episode, I go through the conservative belief in human nature, and start to have a look at what their society looks like.
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In this episode, I take an in depth look at the Liberal State and what it's functions and formal processes are.
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How do class, age and gender affect our voting patterns today? Find out in today's Podcast!
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In this episode, I go back to the beginning of political ideologies, and have a look at the very beginnings of liberalism.
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Yesterday there was a government reshuffle - here's what happened and why it matters!
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Yep, there is more than just conservative and liberal nationalism - fascism does make an appearance - but this podcast is heavy going. I apologize in advance, but there's a lot to get through! Enjoy!
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New Hampshire have been rather quicker at announcing their results that Iowa so here they are! The results - and impacts - of the New Hampshire Primary!!
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We've had a look at how nationalism is relevant today, now let's see where it all came from!!
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Well counting is ongoing in Ireland, but there's something of a Sinn Fein political storm hitting Ireland - what will it mean for their government?
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I analyse the reaction to the 8th (yep, there have been loads) Democratic Debate and look at the state of candidates going towards New Hampshire.
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In this newest segment of the Podcast, I go over some of the biggest political news stories of the week in the UK. I tackle Bercow's bullying accusations, a Labour MP's dress sense (weird, I know), is the government avoiding the media, is there a reshuffle coming, and some serious allegations against the former Scottish Finance Minister.
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Trump's Acquittal, Nancy's Ripping of the SOTU, and the results from Iowa all get a feature in this re release!! Enjoy!
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Well with 75% of precincts reporting from Iowa, I've bitten the bullet and called which way I think the state will go - find out on the Podcast! Also, I've had a look at how the different candidates (and their campaigns) will be feeling as they leave Iowa for the rest of the campaign trail.
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Time to analyst the Iowa Democratic Caucus.... If only it had happened as planned. Find out on the Podcast.
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Here is the first (or technically fourth) Brexit Episode, and here I examine the immediate reaction to the start of the implementation period, as Britain is now OUT of the EU.
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With the Iowa Caucus tomorrow, I have a look at what the caucus actually is, examine the most recent polls, and try to explain the significance of the Iowa Caucus.. all in 15 minutes...
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No Witnesses means that the trial is effectively over, so this could be the last Impeachment Update! But here's a slightly shorter pod to go through the last day or so's events.
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Last episode I looked at how we got here, now it's where are we headed?? There's a lot to get through, believe me!
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It's Brexit Day! I look at how we got here, from 2016-2020
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I take a look at the 4th Candidate to be Labour Party Leader, and see if they're the right fit for the job. Plus I analyse the latest opinion polling to see who's the likely fit for the job
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What a big question for 15 minutes! So large that I ran over slightly but there's a lot of interesting stuff in those 17 minutes. I discuss Trump, Brexit, and the development of nationalism to the modern day.
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Poll updates, what's happening with Joe Rogan and Bernie Sanders, why is Michael Bloomberg rising suddenly, and we take a look at how Elizabeth Warren might fare against the President in November.
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John Bolton? Marie Yovanovich? Lev Parnas? These testimonies could have lasting impacts on the impeachment trial and the President's approval ratings. But will they testify?
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Rebecca Long Bailey is potentially in a position to be the next leader of the Labour Party. But who is she, and what would her winning the leadership mean for the party itself? Does ideological purity compensate for electoral success? Find out.
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Pat Cipollone, Donald Trump's defence lawyer, began his speech defending the President today - I examine what was in it, and why it may be significant.
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The 2020 Presidential Election will be big in American politics, so I'm having a look at who might be up against President Trump, and how they might fare in their primaries and the general election
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With the Johnson government finally passing their withdrawal agreement - but at cost to some popular amendments - and the Brexit ordeal coming to a close (just kidding, we've only just begun), I look back on another divisive Brexit event and figure.
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A new poll is out, with some interesting results, and the opening arguments of the House Managers have started to be made! All of that and a little bit more are covered here! Enjoy
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With calls for Starmer to leave the race to become the next Labour leader, I take a look at the problem of women representation in politics and government. Is it a problem that can be fixed by him leaving the contest? Would it help? Find out!
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The impeachment trial has gone to the Senate, which means a battle over how the trial should be conducted. Senate Republicans face off against Senate and House Democrats to see how it all goes.
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This was meant to be an episode all about Jess Phillips and how she could really show the Tories, bit she's dropped out.. so here's nearly 15 minutes on Lisa Nandy!
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Sir Keir Starmer had made it, officially, onto the Labour leadership ballot. There was little doubt that he would, but now he has, what does he stand for, what has he done, and how much of that can I fit in 15 minutes??
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An outline of the pod, me - your host - and what to expect!
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