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New Air New Zealand CEO Nikhil Ravishankar has suggested a “situational subsidy” to support regional routes when the economy is not doing well and demand is low. Ravishankar officially took over as CEO on 20 October 2025, replacing Greg Foran who stepped down after six years. Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour tells Heather du Plessis-Allan that the implementation of a subsidy could allow for too much Government control over the agency which would be a 'complete disaster'. Seymour also addresses the legalisation of melatonin for those aged under-55. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Deputy Prime Minister isn't buying the argument strikers have won the war on public sentiment. Thousands downed tools across the education, health and public sector yesterday and took to the streets calling for better pay and working conditions. David Seymour - who's also the Associate Health Minister - told Ryan Bridge that it's important to talk about facts, rather than sentiment. He says the pay requests being made aren't sustainable with the Government's current finances. Seymour says teachers and nurses have had recent pay increases - more than many tax payers. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday 24th of October 2025, the mega strikes have been and gone, Deputy Prime Minister and Associate Health and Education Minister David Seymour tells Ryan what happens next. Nick Bewley has this scoop on this weekend's all-southern NPC final. A new ASB report out this morning says Fonterra's plan to sell its retail brands could unlock $4.5 billion in extra spending across the economy, Forsyth Barr Senior analyst, Matt Montgomerie shares his thoughts. Plus, UK Correspondent Vincent McAviney has the latest on Zelensky in Brussels and King Charles becoming the first head of the Church of England to pray publicly with the Pope. Get the Early Edition Full Show Podcast every weekday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Critical Thinking vs. Indoctrination, The Truth Behind Same-Sex Parenting 'Studies' Back to School Alert: Critical Thinking vs. Indoctrination We're diving into the latest education updates every parent needs to know as kids head back to class! Alex Newman, CEO of libertysentinel.org, joins us to expose the ongoing indoctrination in schools, from UNESCO's influence to shocking stats that less than a third of U.S. students are proficient in core subjects, plus the rise of “community” schools and attacks on homeschooling amid its massive surge. Watch this video at- https://youtu.be/Gcgvxq--Juw?si=lRMEt0x6WwrgTQKg Liberty Sentinel 22.1K subscribers 124 views Aug 26, 2025 #indoctrination #homeschool #homeeducation It's a special back-to-school edition of Get Free with Kristi Leigh! #homeschool #homeeducation #collegelife #indoctrination #alexnewman #mikelindell The Truth Behind Same-Sex Parenting 'Studies' | Katy Faust Katy Faust is Founder and President of Them Before Us, a global children's rights nonprofit and the co-author of the book of the same title. She publishes and speaks widely on why marriage and family are matters of justice for children. Her articles have appeared in Newsweek, USA Today, The Federalist, Public Discourse, WORLD Magazine, Washington Examiner, The American Mind, and The American Conservative. She is on the advisory board for the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship. Katy helped design the teen edition of CanaVox which studies sex, marriage, and relationships from a natural law perspective. She and her co-author detailed their philosophy of worldview transmission in Raising Conservative Kids in a Woke City. Pro-Child Politics is her latest book. Katy and her husband are raising their four children in Seattle. You can purchase Katy's Latest book, "Pro-Child Politics" here: Australia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/pro-chil... Worldwide:https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Child-Poli... https://youtu.be/5ciIcucuBIU?si=A6jC2U5i-lKGWfbv John Anderson Media 769K subscribers 169,090 views Sep 26, 2025 Katy Faust questions the validity of studies that suggest children of same-sex parents fare no differently, or 'even better', than their peers. Watch the full interview: • Love Isn't Enough: Gay Marriage, Surrogacy... Sign up to John's newsletter here: https://johnanderson.net.au/contact/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Conversations feature John Anderson, former Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, interviewing the world's foremost thought leaders about today's pressing social, cultural and political issues. John believes proper, robust dialogue is necessary if we are to maintain our social strength and cohesion. As he puts it; "You cannot get good public policy out of a bad public debate." If you value this discussion and want to see more like it, make sure you subscribe to the channel here: / @johnandersonmedia And stay right up to date with all the conversations by subscribing to the newsletter here: https://johnanderson.net.au/contact/ Follow John on X: https://x.com/JohnAndersonAC Follow John on Facebook: / johnandersonac Follow John on Instagram: / johnandersonac Support the channel: https://johnanderson.net.au/support/ Website: https://johnanderson.net.au/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Qh2fEs... Follow Katy on Twitter: / advo_katy Follow Katy on Instagram: / katyfaustofficial Follow Katy on Facebook: / katyfaustauthor Follow Katy on LinkedIn: / katy-faust-3a3984139 Follow 'Them Before Us' https://thembeforeus.com/ / them_before_us https://x.com/ThemBeforeUs
Victor Viggiani is a long time Canadian ufologist who has a media company called Zland Communications dedicated to UFO Stories from around the world. Victor was also a UFO companion with the late Paul Hellyer. Hellyer was Canada's former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense. Later in life, he became a heroic voice in the UFO field, before passing away in his mid-90's.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spaced-out-radio--1657874/support.
The final farewell for former Prime Minister takes place today. His funeral is being held at his local Catholic parish in Kapiti today at 11am, and thousands are expected to attend. Bolger served as Prime Minister from 1990 to 1997, and passed away last week aged 90. Sir Don McKinnon served as Deputy Prime Minister to Bolger, and joined Mike Hosking to pay tribute to Bolger and his legacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Deputy Prime Minister says health and education unions need to be realistic about their pay demands. Tens of thousands of workers across health and education are walking off the job today today in their fight for better pay and conditions. It could be the largest strike action in the country in a generation, but a number of events are expected to be affected by the weather. David Seymour told Mike Hosking that there isn't a single member of the Cabinet who wouldn't like to pay nurses, doctors and teachers more, if they could. He says there seems to be a disconnect between what some of these unions are demanding, and the reality most New Zealanders are actually facing. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Deputy Prime Minister, and Act Party leader, comments on the quarterly CPI Inflation Index - 3% up from 2.7% - with the leading contributors being local council rates and energy costs. Plus, with two big farmer votes coming up, why is Winston Peters meddling with his nationalistic views? We also look at politically motivated mega-strikes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this podcast exclusive on Power Of Women Podcast, Jo Tarnawsky breaks her silence about the cost of speaking out against toxic workplaces. From her career as Chief of Staff to the Deputy Prime Minister of Australia to rebuilding her life after a public fallout, Jo shares her extraordinary story of courage, integrity + resilience.We explore ® How Jo's diplomatic career and cancer battle shaped her strength® The day her life changed with one unexpected phone call® What really happens when the system fails to protect its own® How to find the right people when the crowd disappears® Why speaking out comes with a cost ~ but so does silence New podcast episodes drop every Monday to power your week. Be the first to catch inspiring interviews, empowering stories, and thought-provoking conversations.
China has just concluded an important chapter, the "14th Five-Year Plan," marked by historic strides in technological innovation, a green transition, and high-quality development. As the nation unveils its "15th Five-Year Plan," former Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister of Poland, Professor Grzegorz W. Kołodko shares his assessment of China's economic resilience through the decades. What's his view on the prospects of China-Poland relations and China-EU dynamics amid a complex global landscape and Trump 2.0? What role can China's development model play in shaping inclusive globalization and the future of global governance?
Dive into the ongoing war with Cormac Smith today. Dominic and Cormac discuss Mariupol, whether the war can be considered genocide, the disinformation war, the reality of Russian aggression, war crimes, hybrid warfare, the need for unity, and more!Today we are joined by Cormac Smith. Cormac works at the intersection of authentic leadership & effective communication. He travelled to Ukraine in 2016 to take up a special appointment as the ‘Strategic Communication Advisor' to Pavlo Klimkin, the then Foreign Minister of Ukraine. Cormac was attached to the British Embassy in Kyiv but was embedded in Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the first foreigner to hold such a position. There he worked for the cabinet ministers of Health, Education and the Deputy Prime Minister. In addition, he worked with The National Security and Defence Council of Ukraine and the NATO mission to the country. In 2018, Cormac joined the National Security Communication Team in the Cabinet Office, specifically to advise on Russian Disinformation / Hybrid Warfare tactics, in the wake of the Skripal poisoning in Salisbury. In addition, Cormac is a communication coach & charity leader & Bobsleigh veteran!The International Risk Podcast brings you conversations with global experts, frontline practitioners, and senior decision-makers who are shaping how we understand and respond to international risk. From geopolitical volatility and organised crime, to cybersecurity threats and hybrid warfare, each episode explores the forces transforming our world and what smart leaders must do to navigate them. Whether you're a board member, policymaker, or risk professional, The International Risk Podcast delivers actionable insights, sharp analysis, and real-world stories that matter.Dominic Bowen is the host of The International Risk Podcast and Europe's leading expert on international risk and crisis management. As Head of Strategic Advisory and Partner at one of Europe's leading risk management consulting firms, Dominic advises CEOs, boards, and senior executives across the continent on how to prepare for uncertainty and act with intent. He has spent decades working in war zones, advising multinational companies, and supporting Europe's business leaders. Dominic is the go-to business advisor for leaders navigating risk, crisis, and strategy; trusted for his clarity, calmness under pressure, and ability to turn volatility into competitive advantage. Dominic equips today's business leaders with the insight and confidence to lead through disruption and deliver sustained strategic advantage.The International Risk Podcast – Reducing risk by increasing knowledge.Follow us on LinkedIn and Subscribe for all our updates!Tell us what you liked!
The Act Party leader and Deputy Prime Minister has his say on Ecan, Paris and Palestine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today on the show, Fareed sits down with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani at the Council on Foreign Relations for a wide-ranging discussion on his transition from rebel to statesman, the future for religious minorities in Syria, and whether peace with Israel seems viable. Then, Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radosłow Sikorski speaks with Fareed about what recent Russian incursions in NATO airspace mean, Trump's recent flip-flop on Ukraine, and how Russia's war on Ukraine might end.Finally, Ruth Graham, a religion reporter at The New York Times, joins the show to discuss the memorial service of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a blurring of lines between church and state within the Trump administration, and if America might be experiencing a religious revival. Guests: Asaad al-Shaibani, Radosłow Sikorski (@sikorskiradek), Ruth Graham (@publicroad) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.comIn this solo episode, I'm opening up about what's been happening behind the book, the stages, and the lessons I've been learning along the way.From standing on stages across New Zealand, to conversations with world leaders, to the launch of my book hitting number one, it's been a big month and I want to share what it really feels like on the inside.In this episode, you'll discover:Why refusing to settle is the antidote to mediocrityThe belief systems that quietly shape your success (or hold you back)How I get radically clear on what I want and why it mattersYou'll also hear a few personal stories from my book launches to tough questions from the Deputy Prime Minister, and how those moments have reinforced the habits I live by.If you've been feeling stuck in “average,” this episode will give you the spark to aim higher, rewire your mindset, and commit to not settling in the areas of life that matter most.Come join me at The High Performance Leadership Event here - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/high-performance-event-2025 Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000's of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletterOn my channel I aim to bring you world-class guests and create epic videos to help you level up your leadership and personal mastery.Send me a personal text messageSupport the show
David Seymour believes a refresh of Pharmac's operations is benefiting New Zealanders. Its latest funding proposal includes five new medicines for breast cancer, multiple sclerosis, eye conditions, and lung cancer. The Associate Health Minister says a board and leadership change has worked well, and the next step is ensuring strong budget bids. Seymour told Mike Hosking that instead of Pharmac working within a set allocation, it will now go to the Finance Minister each year for funding. When it comes to recognising Palestine, David Seymour appears to be backing a more cautious approach to the thorny question. Foreign Minister Winston Peters is set to announce our decision at the UN General Assembly in New York on Saturday. Doing so would mean our country joins the likes of Australia, the UK, and France. Seymour told Hosking he has his own opinion on the matter but will support any Government position. He suggests some countries are jumping up and down for political theatre, but New Zealand will consider all the facts. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today on the show… Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Finance Minister Nicola Willis ranking 15th and 13th among business leaders, a shockingly low position. ACT Party Leader and Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour shares his thoughts on government spending and regulatory reforms. Website: https://www.rova.nz/home/podcasts/duncan-garner---editor-in-chief Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this conversation, Greg Sheridan explores Christianity's defining influence on Western civilisation, showing how its revolutionary impact—from the early Church through to modern times—has shaped culture, morality, and human dignity. He argues that the decline of faith in recent generations has coincided with deep cultural and societal crises, and he calls for a renewed recognition of Christianity's enduring value. Through vivid stories of early believers and contemporary figures, Sheridan illustrates how Christian faith continues to offer repair, renewal, and meaning in a fragmented world.Greg Sheridan is one of Australia's most prominent journalists and commentators on culture, politics, and religion. He serves as Foreign Editor at The Australian and is the author of multiple bestselling books on Christianity in the modern world.His trilogy includes God is Good for You, Christians: The Urgent Case for Jesus in Our World, and his latest work, How Christians Can Succeed Today. Which can be purchased here: https://koorong.com/product/how-christians-can-succeed-today-reclaiming-the-genius_9781761471124-------------------------------------------------------------------Conversations feature John Anderson, former Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, interviewing the world's foremost thought leaders about today's pressing social, cultural and political issues.John believes proper, robust dialogue is necessary if we are to maintain our social strength and cohesion. As he puts it; "You cannot get good public policy out of a bad public debate."If you value this discussion and want to see more like it, make sure you subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtnYSEGViOnb7k8ezUaWUww?sub_confirmation=1And stay right up to date with all the conversations by subscribing to the newsletter here: https://johnanderson.net.au/contact/Follow John on X: https://x.com/JohnAndersonACFollow John on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnandersonacFollow John on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnandersonac/Support the channel: https://johnanderson.net.au/support/Website: https://johnanderson.net.au/
Today Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has been warned that he will be ousted unless he changes course. Labour MPs are reeling over high-profile sackings and resignations in recent weeks, including Angela Rayner who quit as Deputy Prime Minister following a tax scandal and Peter Mandelson being fired a British Ambassador to the US over his relationship with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. It comes as Labour is trailing behind Nigel Farage's Reform UK in opinion polls. The Standard's Chief Political Correspondent Rachael Burford is here with the latest. And in part two, The Standard's Head of Culture Martin Robinson joins us to review the Tate Modern's new exhibition, Theatre Picasso, which sheds new light on the artist's work and his fascination with performance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the wake of Israel's unprecedented strike on Qatari soil, Muslim leaders are weighing their response. Pakistan, the Islamic world's only nuclear power, warns that words alone will not deter further aggression. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar tells Talk to Al Jazeera that Pakistan, as part of the Ummah or global community of Muslim believers, "will discharge its duty". He discusses whether the Islamic bloc can deliver legal, financial, or diplomatic consequences, and how far Islamabad is prepared to go.
Are two headline-grabbing incidents—the overnight Russian drone incursion into Poland and the explosion of eight Polish gas tankers on a train in Lithuania—part of the same campaign? Dr. Artis Pabriks thinks so. The former Latvian Foreign Minister, Defence Minister, and Deputy Prime Minister, now chairman of the Northern Defence Policy Centre, joins us to explain why he believes the events are connected and why he holds Russia responsible. He also lays out what NATO can do next.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Poland's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said that Russian drones “did not veer off course” but deliberately targeted Polish airspace, as he called out “lies and denials” from Russia. Speaking to Fionnuala this morning was Misha Glenny, Rector of the Institute for Human Sciences in Vienna and a former BBC Central Europe Correspondent.
The NZ First leader, Foreign Minister, and former Deputy Prime Minister talks 9/11, the assassination of Charlie Kirk, KiwiSaver, National Super, ditching Paris, and Stuart Nash. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The (former) Deputy Prime Minister resigns literally two minutes before we press “record”. Regulars Rafael Behr and Andrew Harrison plus special guest Steve Richards of the Rock'n'Roll Politics podcast rage at the brutal destruction of Angela Rayner and the uncontrolled power of the far-right press – and ask if there's any place for flawed humans or the working class in politics at all. Plus: As Steve publishes Tony Blair a razor-sharp analysis of Britain's last great Prime Minister, we look at the long reign of the leader they once called “Bambi” and ask whether Labour will ever get over it. • Buy Tony Blair [through our affiliate bookshop and you'll help fund OGWN by earning us a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org's fees help support independent bookshops too. • Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here. It's risk-free with Nord's 30-day money back guarantee! ESCAPE ROUTES • Steve has been watching classic Michael Parkinson interviews on YouTube, especially this one with Peter Sellers. • Raf has been playing folk-style live shows with a bit of blues with Theo Bard. • Andrew recommends the scorching Swedish rock'n'roll of The Hives. • 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 • Back us on Patreon or ad-free listening, bonus materials and more. Written and presented by Andrew Harrison with Rafael Behr. Audio production by Robin Leeburn. Theme music by Cornershop. Art direction: James Parrett. Produced by Chris Jones. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. OH GOD, WHAT NOW? is a Podmasters production. www.podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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1008: Ukraine's Digital Revolution: From Warzone to Innovation Hub In this episode of Technovation, host Peter High speaks with Valeriya Ionan, Advisor to the Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine on Innovation, Digitalization, and Global Partnerships. Previously Deputy Minister at the Ministry of Digital Transformation, Valeriya played a pivotal role in launching Ukraine's groundbreaking Diia ecosystem and driving the nation's goal of becoming the world's most convenient digital state. She shares how digital public services, AI-driven education, and defense-tech innovation are reshaping Ukraine's future, even in the face of war. With partnerships spanning global governments and tech giants, Valeriya offers a masterclass in crisis-driven transformation, digital infrastructure, and building agile government at scale. Key insights include: The evolution of Diia: from IDPs to e-marriage to war bonds Scaling drone production from 7 to 500+ in three years Ukraine's “Win-Win” Innovation Strategy and defense tech surge The rise of the CDTO and building a digital-first public sector
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Mark Paul, The Irish Times' London Correspondent on the resignation of the British Labour Party's Deputy Prime Minister for underpayment of stamp duty on her new flat and why the right-wing British press dislike her.
David Lammy is named the U.K.'s new Deputy Prime Minister in a major cabinet reshuffle, A report alleges that U.S, Navy SEALs killed North Korean civilians in a 2019 attempted mission, Anutin Charnvirakul is elected Thailand's prime minister, Mali files an International Court of Justice case against Algeria over a drone downing, A Gaza boy said to be "gunned down" is allegedly found alive, ICE raids a Georgia Hyundai plant, arresting 475 workers, President Trump will direct the Pentagon to use “Department of War” as a secondary title, DOJ opens a criminal investigation into Fed governor Lisa Cook, The EU fines Google $3.45 billion for anti-competitive ad practices, and a new study posits a link between air pollution and dementia. Sources: www.verity.news
The new Thai leader, Anutin Charnvirakul, has pledged to work his hardest to address the country's economic crisis. The political conservative becomes the third prime minister in two years, thanks to the support of the largest opposition party. The vote was held a week after the former prime minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, was dismissed by the constitutional court - dealing a blow to the influence of her powerful family. Also: Britain's Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner, resigns following an investigation into her taxes; and solving the mystery of the winged bronze lion - a new study sheds light on the orgins of one of Venice's most iconic monuments. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk
Katy Faust discusses the importance of stable, biological family units, asserting that children have a fundamental right to their mother and father. She critiques the cultural shift toward sexual autonomy, which she sees as undermining children's well-being.Through personal stories and data, Faust explores how intentional family disruptions, like surrogacy or divorce, harm children more than tragic losses. She advocates for policies that prioritise children's interests, urging a re-evaluation of modern family ideals.Katy Faust is Founder and President of Them Before Us, a global children's rights non-profit and the co-author of the book of the same title. She publishes and speaks widely on why marriage and family are matters of justice for children. Her articles have appeared in Newsweek, USA Today, The Federalist, Public Discourse, WORLD Magazine, Washington Examiner, The American Mind, and The American Conservative. She is on the advisory board for the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship. Katy helped design the teen edition of CanaVox which studies sex, marriage, and relationships from a natural law perspective. She and her co-author detailed their philosophy of worldview transmission in Raising Conservative Kids in a Woke City. Pro-Child Politics is her latest book. Katy and her husband are raising their four children in Seattle.You can purchase Katie's Latest book, "Pro-Child Politics" here: Australia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/pro-child-politics-katy-faust/book/9798888457085.html?srsltid=AfmBOoql6cQ1SUqvapB4Ny4YqSH1AwOZWfJE3vSyaw-srdXT-AC6hCMfWorldwide: https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Child-Politics-Cultural-Economic-National/dp/B0D6LT3ZB3Sign up to John's newsletter here: https://johnanderson.net.au/contact/Conversations feature John Anderson, former Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, interviewing the world's foremost thought leaders about today's pressing social, cultural and political issues.John believes proper, robust dialogue is necessary if we are to maintain our social strength and cohesion. As he puts it; "You cannot get good public policy out of a bad public debate."If you value this discussion and want to see more like it, make sure you subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtnYSEGViOnb7k8ezUaWUww?sub_confirmation=1Follow John on X: https://x.com/JohnAndersonACFollow John on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnandersonacFollow John on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnandersonac/Follow Katy on Twitter: / advo_katyFollow Katy on Instagram: / katyfaustofficialFollow Katy on Facebook: / katyfaustauthor Follow Katy on LinkedIn: / katy-faust-3a3984139Follow 'Them Before Us'https://thembeforeus.com/ https://www.instagram.com/them_before_us/https://x.com/ThemBeforeUs
Katy Faust discusses the importance of stable, biological family units, asserting that children have a fundamental right to their mother and father. She critiques the cultural shift toward sexual autonomy, which she sees as undermining children's well-being.Through personal stories and data, Faust explores how intentional family disruptions, like surrogacy or divorce, harm children more than tragic losses. She advocates for policies that prioritise children's interests, urging a reevaluation of modern family ideals.Katy Faust is Founder and President of Them Before Us, a global children's rights nonprofit and the co-author of the book of the same title. She publishes and speaks widely on why marriage and family are matters of justice for children. She is on the advisory board for the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship. Katy helped design the teen edition of CanaVox which studies sex, marriage, and relationships from a natural law perspective. She and her co-author detailed their philosophy of worldview transmission in Raising Conservative Kids in a Woke City. Pro-Child Politics is her latest book. Katy and her husband are raising their four children in Seattle.You can purchase Katie's Latest book, "Pro-Child Politics" here: Australia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/pro-child-politics-katy-faust/book/9798888457085.html?srsltid=AfmBOoql6cQ1SUqvapB4Ny4YqSH1AwOZWfJE3vSyaw-srdXT-AC6hCMfWorldwide:https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Child-Politics-Cultural-Economic-National/dp/B0D6LT3ZB3Sign up to John's newsletter here: https://johnanderson.net.au/contact/--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Conversations feature John Anderson, former Deputy Prime Minister of Australia, interviewing the world's foremost thought leaders about today's pressing social, cultural and political issues.John believes proper, robust dialogue is necessary if we are to maintain our social strength and cohesion. As he puts it; "You cannot get good public policy out of a bad public debate."If you value this discussion and want to see more like it, make sure you subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtnYSEGViOnb7k8ezUaWUww?sub_confirmation=1And stay right up to date with all the conversations by subscribing to the newsletter here: https://johnanderson.net.au/contact/Follow John on X: https://x.com/JohnAndersonACFollow John on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnandersonacFollow John on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnandersonac/Support the channel: https://johnanderson.net.au/support/Website: https://johnanderson.net.au/Follow Katy on Twitter: / advo_katy Follow Katy on Instagram: / katyfaustofficial Follow Katy on Facebook: / katyfaustauthor Follow Katy on LinkedIn: / katy-faust-3a3984139Follow 'Them Before Us'https://thembeforeus.com/ https://www.instagram.com/them_before_us/https://x.com/ThemBeforeUs
//The Wire//2300Z September 5, 2025////ROUTINE////BLUF: VENEZUELAN AIRCRAFT CONDUCT FLIGHT OVER US NAVY SHIPS, PROMPTING US RESPONSE. BRITISH CABINET SHUFFLES PERSONNEL FOLLOWING RESIGNATION OF DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER DUE TO TAX EVASION SCANDAL. USA/INDIA RELATIONS DETERIORATE AFTER CHINESE DEFENSE SUMMIT.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Germany: Concern is growing regarding the sudden deaths of several politicians/candidates from the Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party. Local party officials have reported that 7x candidates have died unexpectedly, two weeks before the next round of elections on September 14th. Analyst Comment: German authorities have stated that two of the deaths were from natural causes, however the others have not been explained. Independent verification is not possible at this time as government and party officials are withholding the names of the deceased for reasons of family privacy.United Kingdom: Several high-level positional changes have taken place throughout the British government following the departure of Deputy PM Angela Rayner. This morning Yvette Cooper announced her resignation from the Home Office, with Shabana Mahmood taking her place as Home Secretary. Cooper will become the Foreign Secretary, and David Lammy (the former Foreign Secretary) is to become Deputy Prime Minister.Analyst Comment: This reshuffling is largely due to several scandals that have plagued Starmer's government for several months. From the migrant crisis to internal corruption scandals, the last straw was the discovery that Angela Rayner had not paid property taxes on one of her residences, which totaled roughly £40,000 worth of tax evasion. This rapidly snowballed into a big scandal, especially since she has previously called out the tax-loopholes utilized by other politicians in the past.Caribbean: Yesterday, 2x Venezuelan F-16's conducted an overflight of the US Navy Task Force currently conducting operations in the southern Caribbean Sea. In response to this action, this morning the Pentagon announced the deployment of 10x F-35 fighter aircraft to Fort Buchanan in Puerto Rico. This forward deployment will be conducted to allegedly engage in kinetic targeting of narcotics trafficking platforms, and also to provide more air-to-air targeting capabilities in the region.Analyst Comment: As expected, the situation has escalated. The deployment of F-35s usually points to one possibility...an expansion of the conflict. More specifically, F-35's would not be needed to target simple narco-vessels but would be a satisfactory platform for engaging more substantial threats, such as the F-16's the US sold to the Venezuelan military back in the 1980's.-HomeFront-Washington D.C. - Relations between the US and India have deteriorated somewhat over the past few days, following the trade negotiations that have been ongoing for some time. Earlier this week, China hosted the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, which coincided with a visit by President Vladimir Putin, and Prime Minister Modi. This summit resulted in India re-affirming their desire to strengthen ties with their fellow BRICS partners, instead of growing ties with the United States. This in turn has lead to a worsening of relations with the United States, and the White House taking a more hardball approach to trade negotiations with India. After the display of friendship between India and China, President Trump has floated the idea of blocking American tech companies from outsourcing work to India.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: There is another angle to the deteriorating US/India relations that is worthy of note. Brief scandal erupted on social media yesterday as multiple influential accounts were discovered to be posting suspiciously pro-India content, in response to the White House making statements that
The Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner, resigns over unpaid tax on her flat in East Sussex The Prime Minister reshuffles his cabinet, with moves for the Foreign, Home and Justice Secretaries. Three British people are known to have died in the funicular railway crash in Lisbon.
Angela Rayner has finally resigned as Deputy Prime Minister and Housing Secretary, after days of ever-increasing pressure over the underpaying of stamp duty on the purchase of a second home in Hove.Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley bring you today's Daily T from Reform UK's party conference in Birmingham, where they spoke to deputy leader Richard Tice, Reform's newest MP Sarah Pochin, and supporter and comedian Jim Davidson, as the news of Rayner's resignation spread around the conference hall.They also analyse Nigel Farage's big speech, where he declared that Labour “are not fit to govern” and that “there is every chance now of a general election happening in 2027”. He went on to introduce the party's latest defector - former Conservative MP and Culture Secretary, Nadine Dorries. Producer: Georgia CoanSenior Producer: John CadiganPlanning Editor: Venetia RaineyVideo Editor: Will WaltersCamera Operator: Andy MackenzieSocial Producer: Ece CelikExecutive Producer: Charlotte Seligman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports senior British lawmaker Angela Rayner has resigned over failing to pay enough tax on a south England home.
Angela Rayner has resigned as Deputy Prime Minister following revelations that she failed to pay the correct tax on a new home. But what does her departure mean for Keir Starmer, the Labour Party, and the future of the government?In today's episode of The Fourcast, Krishnan Guru-Murthy is joined by Tom Baldwin, former Labour communications chief, Guardian columnist Zoe Williams and Sir Craig Oliver, ex-Director of Communications for David Cameron, to unpack the political fallout and what it means for Labour's leadership.
Angela Rayner has resigned as Deputy Prime Minister. Plus: Reform UK conference has begun; and the Chinese are unhappy with the EU. With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.
George Parker, Political Editor of the Financial Times, discusses the resignation of Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner, who has resigned in a row over failing to pay the correct stamp duty after she purchased a flat in Sussex.
Today the Reform Party Conference kicked off in Birmingham, just as Angela Rayner quit as Deputy Prime Minister following an investigation into tax dealings surrounding the purchase of her new home. The Standard's Chief Political Correspondent Rachael Burford joins us from the conference itself to discuss Nigel Farage's speech. And in part two, The Standard's Culture Writer India Block is here to analyse the new trailer from Emerald Fennell's Wuthering Heights film, which is released on Valentines Day next year. The movie stars Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi and Owen Cooper, but has proved controversial with die-hard Emily Bronte fans. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gabriel Pogrund, Whitehall Editor for The Sunday Times
An irate motorist who gave chase after another driver clipped her car ended up in court herself thanks to her own child's video footage.She was so enraged when her wing mirror was hit she followed the other driver for four minutes, getting her teenage daughter to video what was happening on her mobile phone.Also in today' podcast, a small Kent firm used by Angela Rayner to buy a flat she has since admitted underpaying stamp duty on has denied giving her tax advice.The Deputy Prime Minister has said incorrect “advice from lawyers” led her to pay too little tax when she purchased the property in Hove this year.The boss of several secure re-educational centres in Spain says he was “disappointed” after hearing about England's first “secure school” in Rochester shutting due to problems with violence.It follows an announcement Oasis Restore would be temporarily closing after safety concerns were raised over children making weapons and kicking down doors. Charities in Kent that help reduce crime and keep people safe are being given the chance to bid for cash from the man who oversees the police in Kent.You can hear from Matthew Scott who's announced up to 2-thousand pounds will be made available after items seized by police were auctioned off. And in football, it's a huge weekend for Gillingham as they travel to take on the only other undefeated league two team this season. It's a local derby against Bromley – we've spoken to manager Gareth Ainsworth.
Angela Rayner is hanging on to her job by a thread. As fresh details emerged in The Daily Telegraph about how she used NHS compensation to fund the purchase of her second home, senior Labour figures looked to be distancing themselves from the Deputy Prime Minister.Rachel Reeves made a point of telling broadcasters it is “on all of us” to understand tax rules, before No 10 refused to guarantee she would still be in post by the next general election.Camilla and Tim look at the latest developments in Rayner's tax scandal, and wonder whether she might resign imminently in order to overshadow tomorrow's Reform party conference.Elsewhere they're joined by royal expert Valentine Low, whose new book Power and the Palace - which has been making headlines for the last week - sheds a fascinating new light on the relationship between the monarchy and Downing Street.Producer: Georgia CoanSenior Producer: John CadiganPlanning Editor: Venetia RaineyVideo Editor: Will WaltersSocial Producer: James SimmonsStudio Director: Meghan SearleExecutive Producer: Charlotte Seligman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Politics is back with a bang, and so are Ed Balls and George Osborne. As Keir Starmer declares "phase two" of his government, he's immediately engulfed by a scandal that threatens his Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner. In this episode, Ed and George dissect her complicated tax affairs, the accusations of hypocrisy, and the difficult choice facing the Prime Minister: is she too powerful to sack?Next, they unpack how Nigel Farage and Reform UK managed to dominate the entire summer. While the government was on holiday, Farage set the agenda on immigration, crime, and free speech. Ed and George explore how he did it, why the government and opposition struggled to respond, and how it fuels the dangerous "drain the swamp" narrative that ‘they're all as bad as each other'.Plus, the pair turn to Starmer's attempt to reset with a major reshuffle of his Downing Street operation. With a new comms chief, top economic advisors, and the creation of a brand-new role - Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister - will this shake-up provide the grip and purpose the government desperately needs? Or are they just rearranging the deckchairs?To get episodes early and ad-free, join Political Currency Gold or the Kitchen Cabinet:
The government minister responsible for housing didn't pay enough tax on her house. Sam and Anne let Angela Rayner's admission sink in on this episode – aa they wonder how much government business is on hold as a result. The independent ethics adviser Laurie Magnus' view on how she took inaccurate legal advice could be public within days – presumably that means the cabinet reshuffle has to wait until the Deputy Prime Minister knows her fate.Never mind what else it might mean for the early days of Keir Starmer's “phase two”. But, whatever the outcome, is it safer for Starmer to keep Angela Rayner in a job?
Angela Rayner is under fire after admitting she underpaid £40,000 in stamp duty on her Hove flat. With questions over her legal advice, whether she misled colleagues, and the optics of multiple homes, will Sir Keir Starmer be able to save his Deputy Prime Minister?In this episode of Whitehall Sources, Calum Macdonald, Kirsty Buchanan (former adviser to Theresa May) and Jo Tanner (political strategist) debate:Is Angela Rayner's position as Deputy Prime Minister and Housing Secretary still tenable?What does this mean for Sir Keir Starmer's “Phase Two” reset of government?The November 26th Budget — can Chancellor Rachel Reeves survive the £50bn “black hole”?How debt, borrowing costs, and welfare pressures will shape the future of Labour's economic strategy.We also discuss the timeline of how the Angela Rayner “Hove house” story broke, why her relationship with Sam Tarry matters to the optics, and what Sir Laurie Magnus' ethics ruling could mean for the government.
Angela Rayner's position as deputy prime minister is in jeopardy tonight after admitting she did not pay enough stamp duty on the purchase of a seaside flat. Also: The head of Scotland Yard warns officers are being put in an impossible position by laws on social media after armed police arrest the comedy writer, Graham Linehan. And the broadcaster, Melvyn Bragg, announces he's stepping down from In Our Time after 26 years.
Angela Rayner has referred herself to the government's ethics adviser after admitting to underpaying tax on her second home, casting serious doubt on her future.Rayner, the Deputy Prime Minister and Housing Secretary, gave a tearful interview to Sky News this lunchtime in which she said she had considered resigning following days of ever-mounting questions over an unpaid £40,000 stamp duty bill on her second home in Hove.In this episode of The Daily T, Camilla Tominey and Tim Stanley look at whether Rayner could or should survive, as well as just how much damage the whole sorry saga inflicts on Keir Starmer's already badly-listing government.They also pour over this lunchtime's Prime Minister's Questions, where Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch was widely criticised for choosing to focus on rising government borrowing costs rather than the story of the moment.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or follow @dailytpodcast on Instagram, X and TikTok.Producer: Georgia CoanSenior Producer: John CadiganPlanning Editor: Venetia RaineyVideo Editor: Will WaltersSocial Producer: James SimmonsStudio Director: Meghan SearleExecutive Producer: Charlotte Seligman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
As PMQs kick off today after the summer recess, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has admitted that she did not pay enough tax when buying her new flat and has referred herself for investigation. She said she received incorrect legal advice that led to her paying less stamp duty. In other news, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced when this year's autumn budget will happen - and is under pressure to improve public finances. The Standard's Chief Political Correspondent Rachael Burford joins us with the latest. And in part two, The Standard's Theatre Critic Nick Curtis reviews Born with Teeth, a sizzling new chamber play from the Royal Shakespeare Company, which is currently showing at London's Wyndham Theatre, featuring Ncuti Gatwa and Edward Bluemal, as Elizabethan playwrights Kit Marlowe and William Shakespeare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
David Seymour says he's opposing planning changes in Auckland in his role as local MP, rather than his role as Act Party Leader. Seymour's opposing a move to allow more intensification near transport corridors. The Deputy Prime Minister and MP for Epsom told a public meeting that supporters must impress on Housing Minister Chris Bishop that the plan is not necessary. Seymour told Mike Hosking he's representing the views of his Epsom electorate constituents. He says his job is to ensure Epsom, Mt Eden, Newmarket, Parnell, and Remuera have their interests advocated for. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Daily Telegraph have run a story this week that Angela Rayner may have dodged stamp duty on her second home. But beyond the story, its the photos of the Deputy Prime Minister on the beach at Hove – drinking and vaping – that went viral. Christian Calgie, senior political correspondent for the Daily Express, joins James Heale to unpack the story and the wider questions it raises for British politics, but also to discuss Rayner herself. Could 'teflon Ang' turn around the Labour Party's fortunes? And why do so many people – including many Tories – like her so much?Produced by Megan McElroy and Patrick Gibbons.Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts.Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Daily Telegraph have run a story this week that Angela Rayner may have dodged stamp duty on her second home. But beyond the story, its the photos of the Deputy Prime Minister on the beach at Hove – drinking and vaping – that went viral. Christian Calgie, senior political correspondent for the Daily Express, joins James Heale to unpack the story and the wider questions it raises for British politics, but also to discuss Rayner herself. Could 'teflon Ang' turn around the Labour Party's fortunes? And why do so many people – including many Tories – like her so much?Produced by Megan McElroy and Patrick Gibbons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.