A Week in Politics: Recent Episodes
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Albert begins his hosting duties as we discuss Dominic Cummings and his committee appearance, the problems in Belarus and Mark Drakeford's plans to trial universal basic income in Wales.
This week we break down all of the elections happening across the UK and give our opinions and predictions on a big day for UK politics.
This week we discuss the David Cameron lobbying scandal, the US withdrawing troops from Afghanistan, the BBC coverage of the death of Prince Phillip and the rising tensions between Russia and Ukraine. Albert defends his AWIP Championship against Odysseus.
This week we discuss the controversial policy of vaccine passports. We see if Odysseus is smarter than Emmanuel Macron and Albert and Ed go head to head for the AWIP quiz championship.
This week we are joined by Luke Keohane as we discuss the controversial Police and Crime Bill. Room SW1 comes to a conclusion and the Final of the Tim Farron Cup is played with a major twist.
This week we have a big debate on Meghan Markle's revelations about life in Royal Family. we break down our favourite parts of the 2021 budget and discuss the new liberalised drug laws in Mexico. Culture Secretary is next in Room SW1 and the Tim Farron Cup reaches the penultimate round.
This Week we discuss Boris Johnson's roadmap out of lockdown and vaccine passports. Transport Secretary is next up in Room SW1. Our hardest round yet in the Tim Farron Cup as we edge closer to the final.
We are excited to be joined by the one and only Jackie Weaver for a special interview. We discuss the viral video and find out if she did have the authority. We also discuss how we can get more young people involved in local democracy.
This week we discuss the new hotel quarantine rules and Trump's impeachment trial. We are joined by the one and only Jackie Weaver for a special interview. we pick our defence secretary in room SW1. Round 4 of the Tim Farron Cup resumes.
This week we debate Keir Starmer's plan to make the Labour Party more patriotic. We are joined by 'Voice of Belarus' to recognise Day of solidarity with Belarus. Room SW1 continues with our choice for Education Secretary. Round 3 of the Tim Farron Cup.
A heated debate on the EU's dispute with the UK and AstraZeneca. A breakdown of the UK joining the CPTTP trading bloc. We choose our ideal Health Secretary for Room SW1. The Tim Farron Cup continues.
This week we have the pleasure of being joined by writer, broadcaster and former MP Edwina Currie as we discuss the news of the week, her career in politics, Margaret Thatcher and her time as a television personality.
This Week we discuss Donald Trump's second impeachment and the free school meals fiasco in the UK. Room SW1 returns as we select our Foreign Secretary and we start the 'Tim Farron Cup' Sponsored by the LGBTQ Foundation.
We start the new year by discussing the frightening news of Trump supporters storming the Capitol building in Washington DC. We then debate the UK's new COVID lockdown and assess the handling of the vaccine rollout. Will Ed cash in his Quiz title opportunity in a game of 'To coup or not to coup'?
The first annual Christmas special of A Week In Politics. There will be very little serious political talk as we dive into a series of fun Christmas games and debate on who is the ideal political Christmas figure to get you in the Christmas spirit. So sit back, relax with a glass of Baileys and enjoy this very festive special episode.
This weeks episode sees us break down the fantastic news of a vaccine being approved in the UK and Brexit talks breaking down. We each put forward our choices for our Home Secretary in 'Room SW1' and Round 3 of the 'Chukka Champions League'.
This week, we discuss the sacking of Dominic Cummings and the reinstatement of Jeremy Corbyn to the Labour Party. We then debate who would be our ideal Chancellor in the fantasy Cabinet of SW1 before round 2 of the 'Chukka Champions League'.
Matthew Fender joins us for our US Election Recap. We discuss the results so far and assess which states have surprised us. We also discuss what a Joe Biden Presidency would look like and what the future of the US electoral system is. 'Fight Night' returns in an eventful style.
It is time for our US Election special. We give our thoughts and feelings of each campaign before giving a state by state prediction ahead on the Election on November 3rd. We are also joined by Reed Howard and Malcom Solack who are voting for Joe Biden and Donald Trump respectively. They give us some insight into both campaigns and how they think the Election will go.
Breaking news from the UK as Jeremy Corbyn has been suspended from the Labour Party over the newly published anti- Semitism report. We assess this breaking news and what this means for Jeremy Corbyn, his supporters and the future of the Labour Party.
This week we break down the news of the week including the passing of the Brexit trade deal deadline, an update on China and Uighur Muslims and the rising tensions in Armenia. We introduce 'Room SW1', a new series in which we decide on our perfect cabinet. This week we debate who would be our ideal Prime Minister. The Chukka Champions League starts with Albert seeking redemption.
This week we are honoured to be joined by former shadow Home Secretary Ann Widdecombe as we discuss her time in politics with the Conservative Party and the Brexit Party. We also review the news of the week before playing 'What's the link?' in the 'Red Ken' cup final.
This week we are joined by former Conservative MP and Cabinet Minister, David Lidington. We discuss his time in the Cabinet and get some fantastic stories about the Theresa May government and the Brexit gridlock.
This week we are delighted to be joined by the former leader of the Liberal Democrats, Sir Vince Cable. We discuss his tenure as the leader of one of the nations largest political parties, his time and experiences as Business Secretary in the coalition, the thoughts behind the Lib Dem's Brexit policy and his appearance on Strictly Come Dancing.
This week we are delighted to be joined by Baroness Natalie Bennett as we discuss her time in politics as leader of the Green Party and in the House of Lords. We also discuss Extinction Rebellion, the current climate crisis and what happened backstage at the 2015 GE leadership debate. Round 4 of the 'Red Ken Cup' sees us travel to Ohio for a game of 'Higher or Lower'.
This Week we are delighted to be joined by 2020 US Presidential Candidate, Vermin Supreme as we discuss the upcoming US election, Vermin's time in politics and what he plans to do if he becomes President in November. We also test his knowledge on British phrases and slang. WARNING, Chaos ensues!
This week we are joined by Reed Howard, founder of Republicans for Biden as we discuss the upcoming US election and why Republicans are starting to support Joe Biden. We also discuss the Lib Dem leadership result as we break down the weekly political news. The 'Red Ken Cup' returns for round two.
This week we are so excited to be joined by Guido Fawkes journalist Tom Harwood. We discuss the A-Level grade turmoil, Keir Starmer's response and we get Tom's opinions on Boris Johnson and the Conservative Government. 'Fight Night' returns in spectacular fashion.
Harvey, Albert and Odysseus break down the news of the week including Joe Biden choosing Kamala Harris as his Vice President candidate and the scandal of the Belarus election. The boys then debate if the monarchy in the UK should be abolished. Albert and Odysseus go head to head in the 'Red Ken Cup' season opener.
The boys are back for a big episode. We break down the news of the week before discussing if the UK political system is fit for purpose. Albert and Odysseus go head to head in the final of the Tom Harwood Testimonial Cup.
Playing us out is the fantastic band 'Stasis' and their new song 'See Sense'. Available on Spotify now.
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Harvey, Albert and Odysseus dive into the news of the week including the UK governments decision to enforce quarantine over Spanish visits. We also assess the state of the Lib Dems, Labour and the Conservatives in 2020. 'Fight Night' and 'Higher or Lower' return.
This week we are joined by our special guest Joel Cater, Social Secretary for Cardiff University Conservatives. We discuss the trade deal standoff between the UK and the EU, risings tensions between the United States and China. The boys also try and guess 'Monster Raving Loony Party' candidates in a game of 'Real or No Real'.
Labour activist Luke Keohane joins us this week to discuss Shamina Begum and her proposed return to the UK, Coronavirus' impact on UK universities and we also discuss the Russia report and the the governments tactics over the intelligence committee. We also play a bumper edition of 'Higher or Lower'.
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Special guest Malcom Solack joins the discussion this week to discuss the loosening of lock down in England but the tightening of lock down in Leicester and why is the United States' Coronavirus problem getting worse?. We discuss Rebecca Long Bailey's sacking from the Labour party shadow cabinet and the rising tensions in Hong Kong. Zimbabwe Corner makes a return and we introduce a new game titled 'Who am i?'.
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Harvey, Albert and Odysseus take a more serious approach this week to discuss China and its involvement in the World. We discuss the human crisis involving Uighur Muslims, Their actions towards Hong Kong, their actions towards the Corona virus pandemic and their attitudes towards climate change. 'Fight Night' returns for round 2.
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Harvey, Albert, Ed and Odysseus dive into the politics of the United States. Debating the success of Donald Trump's presidency. Discussing Joe Biden and the Democrat presidential nominations. 'Patriot or Gammon' returns by popular demand before introducing a new game titled 'Fight Night'.
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This week we are joined by Jonathon Dawes, Welsh youth parliament member for the Vale of Clwyd. We discuss the removal of British monuments and its impact on understanding British history. We also debate the reaction to Black Lives Matter by the British government and assess their competence. Harvey also introduces a new game titled 'Scandal Watch'.
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Labour Activist Luke Keohane joins us this week to discuss Black Lives Matter and COVID19's impact on Brexit negotiations. We also introduce a new game called 'Patriot or Gammon'.
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The return of the best political podcast to come out of North Yorkshire. Harvey, Albert and Ed welcome special guest Matthew Fender onto to the show to break down the weekly news including Dominic Cummings, Corona Virus in the UK and what it is like running for City Council as a young conservative.
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