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On this episode, John explores stories that range from the absurd to the existential — from a dog certified to serve alcohol to the possibility of an alien mothership passing through our solar system. Topics covered: The “Certified” Pug Phoebe – Robert Day, Managing Director at Cognisense, exposes major flaws in online training and safety certifications after a dog earns over 200 credentials, from bartending to forklift operation. Inside the Lives of Paramedics – Frontline responders share powerful first-hand stories of trauma, emotional toll, and the lack of recognition for paramedics' crucial work. Doug Ford, Trade Tensions & Economic Strategy – Lisa Raitt, former Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, breaks down Canada's trade rift with the U.S., Mark Carney's leadership challenges, and what it means for our economic future. Canada's Critical Minerals Advantage – Heather Exner-Pirot, Director of Energy, Natural Resources and Environment at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, explains how Canada can leverage potash, uranium, gold, and other minerals to build true economic sovereignty. Alien Ship or Cosmic Coincidence? – Dr. Avi Loeb, Theoretical Physicist and Professor of Science at Harvard University, discusses the mysterious interstellar object 31 Atlas, which may show signs of technological — not natural — origin. A mix of sharp analysis, candid conversation, and curiosity about what's real and what's next — only on The John Oakley Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…With over 19 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we've won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awardsIf you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following:https://x.com/i/status/1982475214815420584 https://x.com/i/status/1982408579433865238 https://x.com/i/status/1982022665226317912https://x.com/i/status/1982380799933448579 https://x.com/i/status/1982407455314239533 https://x.com/i/status/1982211780777857332 https://x.com/i/status/1982582825145835531 https://x.com/i/status/1982278900307898875 https://x.com/i/status/1982160817626681619 Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.com or find out more at www.metro.co.uk Voiced by Jamie East, using AI, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lucy Powell has won the election to become Labour's deputy leader, after campaigning for the party to change course. She won 54% of the 161,000 votes that were cast in a ballot of members. Her opponent, the Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, polled 46%. Lucy Powell will be free to speak out from the back benches after she was sacked by Sir Keir Starmer in the reshuffle that followed Angela Rayner's resignation.

Two powerhouse Labour politicians are vying to replace Angela Rayner as deputy leader. With the winner being announced on 25 October, Beth Rigby has been speaking to both candidates about party unity, leadership, leaks, and their political vision in a special Electoral Dysfunction double-header. Lucy Powell pitches herself as the independent "shop steward" ready to speak truth to power, while Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson argues real influence comes from inside government. It's a contest that could define Sir Keir Starmer's future - who will win Labour's deputy leadership, the insider or the outsider? Remember, you can also watch Electoral Dysfunction on YouTube, and fill in our short survey here.

Speakers: David Simmonds MP, Shadow Minister for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Dr Tom Arnold, Research Associate at the Heseltine Institute for Public Policy, Practice and Place Cllr Abi Brown OBE, Deputy Leader of the Local Government Association Conservative Group Helen Gbormittah, Regional Director, North West at the Confederation of British Industry (CBI)   This event was chaired by Akash Paun, Programme Director at the Institute for Government.   This event was held in partnership with the Heseltine Institute for Public Policy, Practice and Place at the University of Liverpool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Speaker: Baroness Barran MBE, Shadow Minister for Education Dr Kieran Mullan MP, Shadow Minister for Justice Cllr Abi Brown OBE, Deputy Leader of the Local Government Association Conservative Group   This event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Speakers: Mayor Paul Bristow, Mayor of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Professor Duncan Ivison, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Manchester Cllr Louise McKinlay, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Communities, Economic Growth and Prosperity at Essex County Council   This event was chaired by Akash Paun, Programme Director at the Institute for Government.   This event was held in partnership with Policy@Manchester - The University of Manchester. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bridget is one of the biggest stars of the Labour government. As well as being Education Secretary, she is standing to be Labour's Deputy Leader.It's the first major test of members' opinion since Labour came into office. She's led a fascinating life. Growing up in poverty, but making it to Oxford via Byker Grove. So what drives her, what changes is she making to our schools and who does she prefer... Oasis or Blur? THE POLITICAL PARTY LIVE8 December: Nick Clegg16 February: David Milibandhttps://nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-forde/ SEE Matt's brand new stand-up tour 'Defying Calamity' across the UK:https://www.mattforde.com/live-shows Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This event is part of the Institute for Government's Conservative Party Conference 2025 fringe programme. Speakers: David Simmonds MP, Shadow Minister for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Dr Tom Arnold, Research Associate at the Heseltine Institute for Public Policy, Practice and Place Cllr Abi Brown OBE, Deputy Leader of the Local Government Association Conservative Group Helen Gbormittah, Regional Director, North West at the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) This event was chaired by Akash Paun, Programme Director at the Institute for Government. This event was held in partnership with the Heseltine Institute for Public Policy, Practice and Place at the University of Liverpool.

This event is part of the Institute for Government's Conservative Party Conference 2025 fringe programme. Speakers: Baroness Barran MBE, Shadow Minister for Education Dr Kieran Mullan MP, Shadow Minister for Justice Cllr Abi Brown OBE, Deputy Leader of the Local Government Association Conservative Group This event was chaired by Nick Davies, Programme Director at the Institute for Government.

This event is part of the Institute for Government's Conservative Party Conference 2025 fringe programme. Speakers: Mayor Paul Bristow, Mayor of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Professor Duncan Ivison, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Manchester Cllr Louise McKinlay, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Communities, Economic Growth and Prosperity at Essex County Council This event was chaired by Akash Paun, Programme Director at the Institute for Government.

Jack Chambers, Deputy Leader of Fianna Fáil and director of elections for the presidential election (TD for Dublin West and Minister for Public Expenditure, explains the situation that led to Jim Gavin's withdrawal from the Presidential election.

The government's devolution plans are centred on devolving more powers out of Whitehall into the hands of the local leaders, and giving local places control of key policy areas like skills, transport, and housing. But questions remain about how this will work in practice.   At the 2025 Liberal Democrat Party Conference in Bournemouth we explored the key steps that local places need to take to develop an effective economic strategy.   Our speakers included: Baroness Pinnock, Liberal Democrat Lords Spokesperson on Housing, Communities and Local Government Professor Lisa Collins, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation at the University of Surrey Councillor Lorna Dupre, Deputy Leader of Cambridgeshire County Council Rebecca McKee Senior Researcher at the Institute for Government   This event was chaired by Thomas Pope, Deputy Chief Economist at the Institute for Government.   This event was held in partnership with the University of Surrey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2025 Women's Rugby World Cup in England has broken records both on and off the pitch — from advancing gender equity to achieving unprecedented broadcasting figures and ticket sales. But what do these successes mean for host councils and local communities once the tournament ends?In this episode, we speak with Cllr James Petter, Deputy Leader of West Northamptonshire Council, whose portfolio spans the local economy, culture, and leisure, and Dr Becca Leopkey from the University of Georgia, a world-leading expert on the visible and invisible impacts of hosting major events.Our vibrant conversation centres on Northampton, an official host town that staged tournament games across three weekends and delivered a range of community activations. These engaged local residents, sports clubs, businesses, and universities throughout the Rugby World Cup. Cllr Petter and Dr Leopkey share insights on the importance of involving diverse local groups, capturing both planned and unexpected successes, and addressing the crucial question: what's next?Together, they explore how Northampton can build on the momentum of the tournament to deliver long-term regional benefits. This episode forms part of the Summer of Women's Sport mini-series supported by the Institute of Advanced Studies and Spirit of 2012, who champion inclusive knowledge exchange and partnership building.Want to know more? Make sure to check out the Loughborough University Women in Sport Research and Innovation Hub, plus the Loughborough Lightning rugby franchise who kick off their PWR season with Northampton Saints at Franklin's Gardens this autumn.What does hosting mean?: 4:00Harnessing the hosting: 8:45Yarn bombing: 10:07Maintaining the momentum: 13:19The Fanzone: 17:36Next steps: 23:03 Collaboration: 35:10

Labour's deputy leadership contender and Keir Starmer ally Bridget Phillipson joins Krishnan Guru-Murthy on The Fourcast to set out her vision for the party.She talks about the threat from Reform UK and Nigel Farage, and how she would still hold Keir Starmer to account even though she's a cabinet minister and widely believed to be the prime minister's preferred choice. Plus - does she prefer Tony Blair or Gordon Brown?

The Labour Government find themselves in a difficult moment. On the eve of their 2025 Conference, they are faced with the knowledge that their ‘decade of national renewal' currently seems stuck in first gear.A series of events have rocked public confidence in the government, including the resignation of Angela Rayner from her government roles and role as Deputy Leader of the party, the sacking of Peter Mandelson as US Ambassador, and the launch of the new network, ‘Mainstream'.With the autumn looking decisive for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, we're thrilled to be joined by two amazing guests to discuss:Rachael Maskell, Member of Parliament for York Central, who has currently had the Labour whip withdrawn for causing Government concessions on the controversial vote to cut Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for disabled people.Jeremy Gilbert, Professor of Cultural and Political Theory at the University of East London, and the current editor of the journal New Formations, and author of Twenty-First-Century Socialism (Polity 2020) and Hegemony Now: How Big Tech and Wall Street Won the World.Support the showEnjoyed the podcast and want to be a live audience member at our next episode? Want to have the chance in raising questions to the panelist?Support our work and be a part of the Compass community. Become a member!You can find us on Twitter at @CompassOffice.

The government's devolution plans are centred on devolving more powers out of Whitehall into the hands of the local leaders, and giving local places control of key policy areas like skills, transport, and housing. But questions remain about how this will work in practice. At the 2025 Liberal Democrat Party Conference in Bournemouth we explored the key steps that local places need to take to develop an effective economic strategy. Our speakers included: ➡️ Baroness Pinnock, Liberal Democrat Lords Spokesperson on Housing, Communities and Local Government ➡️ Professor Lisa Collins, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation at the University of Surrey ➡️ Councillor Lorna Dupre, Deputy Leader of Cambridgeshire County Council ➡️ Rebecca McKee Senior Researcher at the Institute for Government This event was chaired by Thomas Pope, Deputy Chief Economist at the Institute for Government. This event was held in partnership with the University of Surrey.

New Zealand First is slamming the Government's latest immigration move - allowing more migrant workers to get a fast-tracked residency. The Government's announced two new pathways, one for skilled work experience and another for trades and technicians. NZ First has invoked the agree to disagree clause - voicing concerns that those who gain residency will become citizens and then leave for Australia. Deputy Leader Shane Jones claims New Zealand's had unfocused immigration policies for some time. He says the Government's focused on 'pumping up the tyres' of employers instead of training up Kiwis to fill the jobs. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pearse Doherty, Deputy Leader and Finance Spokesperson, Sinn Fein speaking on Sinn Fein's presidential backing of Catherine Connolly, Robert Troy's comments on housing, and the Budget.

Was the PM right to recognise a Palestinian state? Frank spoke to Alliance deputy leader Eóin Tennyson and TUV leader Jim Allister Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lucy Powell on why and how she was sacked by Keir Starmer, and why she now wants to be his Deputy Leader of the Labour Party. Producer: Daniel Kraemer Editor: Giles Edwards

Starmer is Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party – but does he feel totally in charge of things? Plus, the race to be Deputy Leader of the Labour Party is down to the final two. Who's the most likely to take the role? And Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham is being increasingly tipped to swoop back to Westminster. Could he be the answer Labour has been searching for, realistically? Join Ros Taylor, Jonn Elledge, and Rafael Behr for all of that and a deep dive into the reality of party democracy. Escape Routes: • Jonn: Buy Clown Town through our affiliate bookshop and you'll help fund Oh God, What Now? by earning us a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too. • Ros: Buy Waterland through our affiliate bookshop and you'll help fund Oh God, What Now? by earning us a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too. She also watched Hostage on Netflix. • Raf recommends a band called This Is The Kit - specifically a song called Our Socks Forever More www.patreon.com/ohgodwhatnow Presented by Ros Taylor with Rafael Behr and Jonn Elledge. Audio/ Video Production by: Chris Jones. Art direction: James Parrett. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. OH GOD, WHAT NOW? is a Podmasters production. www.podmasters.co.uk  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Free For All Friday - Hour 1 Amanda Galbraith breaks down the biggest stories of the day with Canada's top newsmakers. On today's show: Mark Carney has released a list of ‘nation-building’ infrastructure projects that his government will prioritize. A 1-on-1 conversation with Melissa Lantsman, the Deputy Leader for Canada's Conservative Party. Prince Harry and King Charles have had no contact with each other for nearly 2 years. This week, that changed with an in-person conversation. Is this Step 1 of an attempt to mend fences? CTV Royal Commentator Afua Hagan chimes in. Free For All Friday - Hour 2 Contributors from all over the country join The Roundtable to discuss the top stories of the week. Today's edition features Kathleen Monk, a former Director of Communications to NDP leader Jack Layton, and Brian Clow, a former Deputy Chief of Staff to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Topic 1: Reaction and analysis to Mark Carney’s major projects. Topic 2: Is Mark Carney the Prime Minister he promised to be? Topic 3: A tale of two economies - Why one Canadian says he can’t afford to move back to Toronto. Topic 4: Did Europe go too far by banning gel nail polish? Topic 5: Is the Royal Family still relevant in 2025?

Today's guest is no stranger to making waves – both inside and outside the House of Commons. Melissa Lantsman, Member of Parliament for Thornhill and Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, is known for her straight talk, quick wit, and unflagging energy. Before stepping into the political spotlight, Melissa was a powerhouse behind the scenes, shaping national conversations as a top political strategist and noted communications expert. In this episode, we dive into her journey in politics and leadership – but also explore the Melissa beyond the politics.

​Rob Parsons and Liam Thorp are back discussing the week's political news from a Northern perspective and there are some big questions to answer.​As Bridget Phillipson and Lucy Powell compete to succeed Angela Rayner, does the next deputy leader of the Labour party really need to be a woman from the North? Why is Reform UK planning to axe Northern Powerhouse Rail? And what on earth is the matter with the boxer Tommy Fury? Plus: as the national debate on immigration becomes ever more toxic, Liam tells us about his conversations with asylum seekers in Liverpool who've risk their lives to come to this country. The Northern Agenda is presented by Rob Parsons and Liam Thorp. The podcast is produced by Daniel J. McLaughlin, and the episode artwork is by Graeme Bandeira. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jung Chang's Wild Swans, the epic family memoir that followed the lives of Jung, her mother and grandmother through China's 20th century, was banned in mainland China, but was a smash hit worldwide upon publication in 1991. Now Jung's sequel, Fly, Wild Swans, brings her family's story up to date. She joins Nuala McGovern.The Labour deputy leadership race could be an all-woman affair, with all current declarations coming from female MPs. Nuala gets the lowdown from Kitty Donaldson, chief political commentator for The i Paper.The All Party Parliamentary Group report on PCOS - or polycystic ovary syndrome - has found that women face prolonged delays in diagnosis, fragmented care, and limited access to treatments. The condition is also expected to undergo a name change later this year to more accurately reflect what it is. Nuala hears from Chair of the APPG, Labour MP Michelle Welsh and Caroline Andrews from PCOS charity Verity.Royal Artillery Gunner Jaysley Beck took her own life in 2021, after filing a complaint against Battery Sergeant Major Michael Webber. He had pinned her down and tried to kiss her at a work social event. An inquest into her death earlier this year determined the Army's handling of the complaint played "more than a minimal contributory part in her death". Webber has now pleaded guilty to sexual assault at a pre-trial hearing, and is awaiting sentencing. Jaysley's inquest in February this year heard that her line manager also harassed her, with the Army failing to take action. Jaysley's mother Leighann McCready and her solicitor Emma Norton, from the Centre for Military Justice, join Nuala.Janet Willoner, aka the Tree growing granny, has grown more than 4,000 trees in her garden. She forages for seeds, grows them, and they eventually grow in forests in her local area of North Yorkshire. She has been nominated in the BBC's Make a Difference Awards in the Green category. She speaks to Nuala.

The Mayoress of Liverpool (aka - Jane) has denounced Fi for her northern accent, and declared that the next Deputy Leader of the Labour Party should actively keep ferrets... do share your thoughts. Plus, Fi speaks to Miriam Margolyes about her new book, 'The Little Book of Miriam'. We've announced our next book club pick! 'Just Kids' is by Patti Smith. You can listen to the playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3qIjhtS9sprg864IXC96he?si=uOzz4UYZRc2nFOP8FV_1jg&pi=BGoacntaS_uki If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Hannah Quinn Podcast Producer: Eve Salusbury Executive Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The field of candidates wanting to succeed Angela Rayner as deputy leader is growing, but will the contest inevitably end up as a referendum on Keir Starmer's leadership? Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Patrick Kidd and Libby Purves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…With over 19 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we've won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awardsIf you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following: https://x.com/i/status/1965008883661058202https://x.com/i/status/1965069947945795685https://x.com/i/status/1965092770172781017 https://x.com/i/status/1965003173082341547 https://x.com/i/status/1965101821573165284 https://x.com/i/status/1964941957035397162 https://x.com/i/status/1965102559183487096 https://x.com/i/status/1964849830993256563 https://x.com/i/status/1965037497869906328 Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.com or find out more at www.metro.co.uk Voiced by Jamie East, using AI, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Angela Rayner last week resigned as deputy leader of the UK Labour party along with her government positions following revelations that she underpaid stamp duty. The race to succeed her as deputy leader is now underway. George Parker, Political Editor, Financial Times joined Pat Kenny on the show to discuss.

Angela Rayner's departure has left Labour in turmoil as the party looks to recalibrate. Will Starmer's changes work? Plus, Reform UK held its conference at the weekend – is there any way of stealing the spotlight back from them? Gavin Esler and Jacob Jarvis discuss all this and more in Start Your Week. We are sponsored by Indeed. Go to Indeed.com/bunker for £100 sponsored credit.  www.patreon.com/bunkercast    Advertisers! Want to reach smart, engaged, influential people with money to spend? (Yes, they do exist). Some 3.5 MILLION people download and watch our podcasts every month – and they love our shows. Why not get YOUR brand in front of our influential listeners with podcast advertising? Contact ads@podmasters.co.uk to find out more. Written and presented by Jacob Jarvis with Gavin Esler. Audio production: Tom Taylor. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. Music by Kenny Dickinson. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

pWotD Episode 3046: Angela Rayner Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 164,461 views on Wednesday, 3 September 2025 our article of the day is Angela Rayner.Angela Rayner (née Bowen; born 28 March 1980) is a British politician and trade unionist who has served as Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government since July 2024. She has been Deputy Leader of the Labour Party since 2020 and Labour and Co-operative Member of Parliament (MP) for Ashton-under-Lyne since 2015. Ideologically she identifies as a socialist and as being part of Labour's soft left.Rayner was born and raised in Stockport, where she attended the comprehensive Avondale School. She left school aged 16 whilst pregnant and without any qualifications. She later trained in social care at Stockport College and worked for the local council as a care worker. She eventually became a trade union representative within Unison, during which time she joined the Labour Party. She was selected to contest Ashton‑under‑Lyne in 2014 and was elected for the seat at the 2015 general election. From 2016 until 2020 Rayner held several Shadow Cabinet positions under Jeremy Corbyn. She successfully stood for the deputy leadership of the Labour Party in 2020, and held further Shadow Cabinet positions under Keir Starmer.Following Labour's victory in the 2024 general election, Rayner entered government and was appointed Deputy Prime Minister and Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government by Starmer in his government. Rayner's strong support base and potential as a future leader led to the New Statesman ranking her as the eighth most powerful person in British left-wing politics for 2023. The Spectator named her Politician of the Year at its annual Parliamentarian of the Year awards ceremony in 2024. Rayner is the second woman to serve as deputy prime minister, after Thérèse Coffey.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 02:05 UTC on Thursday, 4 September 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Angela Rayner on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Aria.

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports a senior British lawmaker is facing demands for her to resign.

Today, Reform UK has set out a five-year plan to detain and deport all migrants who arrive in the UK without permission and suggested 600,000 people could be sent back over five years.Under the plan, named Operation Restoring Justice, Reform UK would bar anyone who comes to the UK on small boats from claiming asylum, and strike deals with countries to return those people. The proposals could face legal challenges and political opposition, with Labour branding it unworkable and the Conservatives accusing Reform UK of recycling their ideas.Adam is joined by Tom Symonds, BBC News correspondent and Dr Alice Donald, Associate Professor of Human Rights Law, Middlesex University. We also heard Adam's interview with the Deputy Leader of Reform Richard Tice on 5 Live. You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a whatsapp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bit.ly/3ENLcS1 Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren and Chris Flynn with Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producer was Grace Braddock. The technical producer was Philip Bull. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Mark is joined by the Deputy Leader of the Green Party, Zack Polanski. Together they discuss why he joined the Green Party, working with Jeremy Corbyn, providing an alternative to Reform  - plus the misconceptions about the Green Party and how he hopes to change them.  You can hear the second part of the interview in next week's episode – but if you can't wait, why not join us on Patreon? For £4 a month you can listen to the whole interview straight away – and you'll also be able to watch it! https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod  For media, press & guest enquiries please email mikey@carouselstudios.co.uk Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod  Follow Mark Steel @mrmarksteel   Follow Zack @ZackPolanski @GreenpartyZack  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this landmark episode of The Mic Drop Club, in proud partnership with Medway Voluntary Action (MVA), we bring together a powerhouse panel of leaders and changemakers to explore one central theme: how can Medway's voluntary sector thrive amid constant change and create opportunities for the next generation? Hosted by Douglas Hamandishe, this special roundtable includes insights from:  • Cllr Vince Maple, Leader of Medway Council  • Cllr Teresa Murray, Deputy Leader of Medway Council  • Jane Howard, CEO, MVA  • Clare Saunders, Programmes Director, MVA  • Mark Wicker, Project Lead on Joy, MVA  • Eithne Rynne, CEO of KAB & Chair of Medway's VCS Leaders Network This episode delves into the significance of data-driven approaches, the power of storytelling, and the importance of inclusive engagement with all sectors of society. Be part of the conversation that is shaping the future of Medway and beyond. Together, we explore the realities of funding pressures, the changing needs of communities, the power of partnerships, and why volunteering remains one of Medway's most powerful tools for community resilience.  Key Takeaways:  • Diversify to Survive: Grants alone aren't enough; organisations must explore social enterprise, individual giving, and business partnerships.  • Collaborate to Thrive: Shared resources, co-bidding, and joint service delivery build resilience and reduce duplication.  • Invest in People: Volunteers and staff are the sector's greatest assets, supporting, training, and recognising them is non-negotiable.  • Digitally Forward: From online services to impact measurement, technology is a game-changer for modern voluntary action.  • Prove the Impact: Data, storytelling, and advocacy are essential to influence policy and sustain long-term support. Inspired by the discussion? Join the movement to shape Medway's future. Whether you're part of a local organisation, a funder, or simply someone who wants to make a difference, now is the time to act.  

The final elements of the €200 billion National Development Plan have been agreed and published earlier today, with the Government setting out how we will invest in all our infrastructure for the next 10 years.So how will the €200 billion be spent?Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Reform and Digitalisation, Fianna Fáil Deputy Leader and TD for Dublin City West, Jack Chambers, joins Kieran to discuss.

We sit down with Melissa Lantsman, Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada to talk about her life, her mission and where the party is at right now.Guest: Melissa Lantsman, MP & Dept. Leader of CPCThank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash! We

We sit down with Melissa Lantsman, Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada to talk about her life, her mission and where the party is at right now.Guest: Melissa Lantsman, MP & Dept. Leader of CPCThank you to our Title Sponsor, DoorDash! We

As a bonus on the feed, here is Jono aka Jonathan Sriranganathan, former member for Gabba Ward in Brisbane and Greens Lord Mayor candidate, with - "A discussion I facilitated with Remah Naji (2025 federal Greens candidate for Moreton, on Brisbane's south side), Huong Truong (Greens candidate for Fraser in Melbourne's western burbs) and Mehreen Faruqi, Deputy Leader of the Australian Greens and Greens Senator for NSW, reflecting on the strong swings towards the Greens in outer-suburban communities." Video version -https://youtu.be/TEHC1T6aWV0 For more reading on the election results, check out the following opinion pieces: https://www.jonathansri.com/establishmentvibes/ https://greenagenda.org.au/2025/05/movement-of-relationships/ https://greenagenda.org.au/2025/05/in-moreton-movements-electoral-politics-palestine/ ---------- Just released on Patreon - “Kevin Bonham on polling denialism & electoral reform” The show can only exist because of our wonderful Patreon subscriber’s support. Subscribe for $3/month to get access to our fortnightly subscriber-only full episode, and unlock our complete library of over SEVENTY past bonus episodes. https://www.patreon.com/SeriousDangerAU ---------- Follow us on https://twitter.com/SeriousDangerAU https://www.instagram.com/seriousdangerau https://www.tiktok.com/@seriousdangerauSupport the show: http://patreon.com/seriousdangerauSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nationals deputy leader reveals the party was willing to compromise on nuclear policy with the Liberal Party to avoid the messy split between parties.

May 13, 2025 - Senate Deputy Majority Leader Mike Gianaris, a Queens Democrat, discusses what his conference got into the state budget, weighs in on the possibility of reforming the budget process, and talks about the governor's authority to make mid-year spending changes.

The votes were counted, and then re-counted in last week's by-election, netting Reform their fifth MP. Similar shockwaves were felt through the local elections and your co-pilots are here to dissect the results with Deputy Leader of Reform, Richard Tice.Allison's recent prediction of a Reform win in Runcorn & Helsby was fulfilled - and next she turns her crystal ball towards next year's May Senedd elections in Wales… Meanwhile Liam is looking forward to Reform being able to put more meat on their policy bones and tell voters where they stand economically. Plus how will the turquoise tide fare against the civil servants?Read Liam: ‘Low oil prices could keep a lid on Britain's inflation' https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/05/04/opec-oil-cartel-could-give-uk-rate-setters-a-helping-hand/ |Read more from Liam: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/liam-halligan/ |Read Allison: ‘A new dawn has broken – and Nigel Farage might just be our next prime minister' https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/05/02/nigel-farage-next-prime-minister/ | Read Allison: ‘Britain is not worthy of the sacrifice our soldiers made 80 years ago' https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/05/06/sacrifice-soldiers-ve-day-allison-pearson/ |Read more from Allison: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/authors/a/ak-ao/allison-pearson/ |Need help subscribing or reviewing? Learn more about podcasts here: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/radio/podcasts/podcast-can-find-best-ones-listen/ |Email: planetnormal@telegraph.co.uk |For 30 days' free access to The Telegraph: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/normal | Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Deputy Leader of New Zealand First says his party will step in to stop management of the Waitakere Ranges morphing into co-governance. Auckland Council's proposing a board made up of Iwi, the Department of Conservation, and the council. Act Leader David Seymour has also criticised the plan as moving towards co-governance. Shane Jones told Mike Hosking they're not going to stand for it. He says they won't tolerate any slither of the West Auckland heritage land being under that type of arrangement. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Nick Ferrari at Breakfast, The government use emergency powers to stop Scunthorpe's blast furnaces shutting down. Nick talks to Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury James Murray. MPs find no evidence of 'two-tier policing' in summer riots response. Nick talks to Deputy Leader of Reform UK Richard Tice.A mother is banned from her daughter's primary school for complaining about lessons on gender identity. All of this and more on Nick Ferrari - The Whole Show podcast.

This week we talk to the Member for Farrer Sussan Ley. A seasoned political operator and deputy leader of the Liberal Party. Born in Nigeria, raised in the Emirates and the British boarding school system before settling in Canberra, Sussan’s path to politics has been anything but conventional. From her time as a commercial pilot to raising cattle to holding multiple ministerial portfolios, she’s seen firsthand how Australian politics has evolved since she was first elected in 2001. Now, as a key figure in the Opposition, she shares her thoughts on the challenges facing the Coalition, the road to the next election, and why political battles aren’t just fought in Parliament but in the hearts and minds of voters. Tune in for a rather candid conversation about the state of politics today, where we cover a range of topics, including her boss' penchant for extreme specific share trading.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we were delighted to welcome the Honorable Lisa Raitt, Vice-Chair of Global Investment Banking at CIBC, for an insightful discussion focused on the implications of recent U.S.-Canada trade developments. Lisa joined CIBC Capital Markets in 2020 following an eleven-year tenure in the Government of Canada. Her distinguished career includes serving as Deputy Leader of the Official Opposition and the Conservative Party of Canada, as well as serving as Minister of Natural Resources, Minister of Labor, and Minister of Transport. We were thrilled to host Lisa and hear her valuable perspective on the evolving trade dynamics between the U.S. and Canada. In our conversation, we explore the Canadian view on President Trump's recent comments regarding tariffs and Canada's auto manufacturing industry, along with the broader implications for U.S.-Canada trade relations. We discuss Canada's political landscape, including Prime Minister Trudeau's decision to step down after losing party support, the Conservative Party's growing momentum under Pierre Poilievre, and Canada's economic challenges and growth concerns. We touch on the unifying effect trade tensions have had on Canadian political and business communities, the potential for retaliatory measures, the need for more power generation, transmission, and distribution to support Canada's economic growth, and intra-Canada trade complications that impact Canada's competitiveness. Lisa provides insight into the impact of the Canadian dollar and interest rates, how currency fluctuations affect key sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, tourism, and sports, the deep economic and familial ties between the U.S. and Canada, whether ongoing trade disputes could fundamentally alter the relationship between the two countries, and more. We are very thankful to Lisa for sharing her time and perspective. Mike Bradley started off the show by highlighting that President Trump's new tariffs and tariff threats are increasing volatility, but that for the most part, bond and equity markets have been moving sideways. He noted January CPI & PPI will be reported over the next two days which could create added market volatility for bonds and equities. If both inflation reports print cooler-than expected, it will likely lead to intensifying pressure from Trump for the FED to cut interest rates at the March FOMC Meeting. On the crude oil market front, WTI price has rallied this week to ~$73/bbl and crude oil time spreads are pointing to a physically tight oil market. Oil price continues to be impacted by on/off tariff threats and continued OPEC production curtailments but was aided this week on news that Russian oil exports are being impacted by tighter Russian oil sanctions. On the natural gas front, U.S. natural gas prompt price has rebounded to ~$3.50/MMBtu on colder weather and the 12-month natural gas strip is now trading above $4.00/MMBtu. BP indicated on their Q4 call that at current U.S natural gas prices, they were contemplating picking up gas rigs “now” which is a new development. He also noted that European natural gas price was trading at ~$17/MMBtu (~$100/bbl oil equivalent) because European gas storage is draining faster than expected due to colder winter weather and poor renewable performance/utilization. He ended by flagging Equinor's recent strategy shift (significant reduction in renewables capex thru 2030) and also noted that BP is calling for a “fundamental reset” of their strategy at their Capital Markets Day (Feb 26th). Robert Kester added his thoughts on AI's dominance in global discourse, highlighting this week's high-profile AI Summit in Paris and different global approaches to AI, including the U.S.'s free-market stance, Europe's push for regulation, and China's state-backed AI expansion. We hope you all enjoy the discussion with Lisa as much as we did. Our best to you all – and to our friends up north, let's work this out, eh!

Former British Ambassador to Bahrain and Syria Peter Ford discusses how Syria fell. It was the last man standing, the U.S. Empire cannot tolerate an independent Arab state. He comments on the future of the region, Israeli expansion into Gaza and West Bank, the new regime in Damascus, the fate of the Axis of Resistance and multipolar world, the future of NATO, U.S. foreign policy under Trump, and more! Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rokfin / Rumble / Substack Geopolitics & Empire · Peter Ford: Collapse of Syria, Empire Can't Tolerate an Independent Arab State #504 *Support Geopolitics & Empire! Donate https://geopoliticsandempire.com/donations Consult https://geopoliticsandempire.com/consultation Become a Member https://geopoliticsandempire.substack.com Become a Sponsor https://geopoliticsandempire.com/sponsors **Visit Our Affiliates & Sponsors! Above Phone https://abovephone.com/?above=geopolitics easyDNS (use code GEOPOLITICS for 15% off!) https://easydns.com Escape The Technocracy course (15% discount using link) https://escapethetechnocracy.com/geopolitics LegalShield https://hhrvojemoric.wearelegalshield.com Sociatates Civis (CitizenHR, CitizenIT, CitizenPL) https://societates-civis.com Wise Wolf Gold https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=geopolitics Websites Workers Party of Britain https://workerspartybritain.org About Peter Ford Peter Ford is a former British diplomat who was Ambassador to Syria and Bahrain. He is a Deputy Leader of the Workers Party of Britain. *Podcast intro music is from the song "The Queens Jig" by "Musicke & Mirth" from their album "Music for Two Lyra Viols": http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)

Former British Ambassador to Bahrain and Syria Peter Ford discusses how Syria fell. It was the last man standing, the U.S. Empire cannot tolerate an independent Arab state. He comments on the future of the region, Israeli expansion into Gaza and West Bank, the new regime in Damascus, the fate of the Axis of Resistance and multipolar world, the future of NATO, U.S. foreign policy under Trump, and more! Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rokfin / Rumble / Substack Geopolitics & Empire · Peter Ford: Collapse of Syria, Empire Can't Tolerate an Independent Arab State #504 *Support Geopolitics & Empire! Donate https://geopoliticsandempire.com/donations Consult https://geopoliticsandempire.com/consultation Become a Member https://geopoliticsandempire.substack.com Become a Sponsor https://geopoliticsandempire.com/sponsors **Visit Our Affiliates & Sponsors! Above Phone https://abovephone.com/?above=geopolitics easyDNS (use code GEOPOLITICS for 15% off!) https://easydns.com Escape The Technocracy course (15% discount using link) https://escapethetechnocracy.com/geopolitics LegalShield https://hhrvojemoric.wearelegalshield.com Sociatates Civis (CitizenHR, CitizenIT, CitizenPL) https://societates-civis.com Wise Wolf Gold https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=geopolitics Websites Workers Party of Britain https://workerspartybritain.org About Peter Ford Peter Ford is a former British diplomat who was Ambassador to Syria and Bahrain. He is a Deputy Leader of the Workers Party of Britain. *Podcast intro music is from the song "The Queens Jig" by "Musicke & Mirth" from their album "Music for Two Lyra Viols": http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)