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In this week's episode Chris Wright is joined by: The Independent Member of Parliament for Great Yarmouth, Rupert Lowe, political commentator Lee Harris, and finally broadcast journalist and writer, Anna McGovern. The panel discusses Trump's tariffs, UK-US trade, Labour's role in trade decisions, and the civil service's influence on policy. They explore trade opportunities, EU policies, economic challenges, AI's impact on jobs, and the need for political reform and better representation as the UK heads toward future elections.Topics:Trump's tariffs are seen as detrimental to global trade.The UK is viewed as a sovereign nation post-Brexit.There are strategic opportunities for the UK amidst trade wars.The Labour Party's response to tariffs is uncertain.The civil service is perceived as ineffective and unaccountable.Political reform is necessary to address the two-party system in the UK.The panel believes that the British public is aware of their declining standard of living.There is skepticism about the Labour Party's ability to make smart trade decisions.The importance of respecting the 2016 Brexit vote is emphasized.The future of UK trade relations remains uncertain. The UK is facing higher tariffs compared to other countries entering the US market.Trade wars create a challenging environment with no clear winners.There are significant opportunities for the UK to negotiate better trade deals post-Brexit.The current government is perceived as failing to address economic challenges effectively.AI is transforming job markets, making it harder for graduates to find employment.The political landscape is shifting, with increasing public demand for change.The two-party system in the UK is seen as ineffective and outdated.Public sentiment is growing for a third party to emerge as a viable option.We hope you enjoy this episode and feel free to get in touch with messages, comments or feedback at tom@soundsapien.com Many thanks,WOTN Team'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell. Rock around the clock productions AB. www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Sound Sapien Soundsapien.com

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Join host Chris Wright as he delves into some of the most pressing political and social topics of our time, featuring an incredible lineup of guests:John O'Brennan: Jean-Monnet Professor of European Integration at the National University of Ireland MaynoothChristina Patterson: Writer, broadcaster, executive coach, and columnistDaniel Freeman: Columnist and Managing Editor at the Institute of Economic Affairs

Topics:Keir Starmer's smoking banThe history of smoking regulation in the UK-Tackling obesity in the UKThe broken food systemUltra Processed foodThe Ozempic weight loss drug -Companies breaking gambling lawsImmoral advertisingGambling addiction and how to tackle it-The Oasis ticketing fiasco: what really happened and will it happen again?-Is John as confident that Kamala Harris will win as he was last time?Our unhealthy obsession with polling both sides of the Atlantic.In this week's episode Chris Wright is joined by: Nick Blackburn to help us shine some light on the mass chaos around Oasis's new tour tickets. A former director at Ticketmaster, chartered accountant in the music industry, having worked for Chrysalis and Decca records. He is also the founder of See Tickets, the international ticketing services company based in Nottingham, England.Green Party Peer, Natalie Bennett who led the party in the years up to and through the 2015 general election. She released a book this year entitled ‘Change Everything' which proposes complete reform to how British society and the economy works, especially in relation to food and the environment. We hear her thoughts as Chris and panel discuss the government's proposed outdoor smoking ban, and the wider topic of government intervention in our lives, including in tackling obesity.   Jean-Monnet Professor of European Integration at the National University of Ireland Maynooth, John O'Brennan. Following on from the health issues of smoking and obesity, John's recent research work encompasses a focus on the societal impact of gambling in Ireland and Europe, a subject he speaks about today.We hope you enjoy this episode and feel free to get in touch with messages, comments or feedback at tom@soundsapien.com Many thanks,WOTN Team'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Sound Sapiensoundsapien.comThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com

In this week's episode Chris Wright is joined by: Jean-Monnet Professor of European Integration at the National University of Ireland Maynooth, John O'Brennan. John, among his many academic and journalistic accolades is a member of the Institute for European and International Affairs' 'Global Europe', Ireland's leading international affairs think tank.We also have Edward Hardy, an accomplished journalist across a range of subjects, but for our interest today, a prominent commentator on US as well as UK politics. We welcome back Eric Schurenberg, a long-time journalist and media executive, former CEO of Inc. and Fast Company, and now the founder of the Alliance for Trust in Media.We also welcome Matt Malone, the former President and Editor in Chief of America Media, which covers religion, society, politics and culture from a Catholic perspective in the US.Talking points:What would have happened if Trump had been killed?How did Biden come to the decision to pull out the race?Can Kamala Harris beat Donald Trump?How will the issue of immigration play in the US election?Trump's decision to make J.D Vance his running mateWho will Harris choose as her running mate?       Will Gaza play a role in the debate?How will women vote with abortion a major issue in the US? Who will win, Trump or Harris?We hope you enjoy this episode and feel free to get in touch with messages, comments or feedback at tom@soundsapien.com Many thanks,WOTN Team'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Sound SapienSoundsapien.comThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com

In this week's special debate episode, Chris is joined by the Conservative MP for Shipley since 2005, who is currently standing for re-election, Sir Philip Davies, Reform UK parliamentary candidate for Great Yarmouth, Rupert Lowe, conservative and Brexit supporting political commentator, Lee Harris.WATCH IN HD ON YOUTUBE!The fight for conservatism, or rather the fight for the right? All three guests hold similar views on immigration, the role of the state, sovereignty, individual freedoms, Brexit… to mention just a few. However, Sir Philip and Rupert are standing to be MPs from two different parties, and Lee, who is historically a diehard Conservative, is now debating which man's party to vote for on the 4th July.Does voting Reform make it more likely that Labour will win? What will come of Nigel Farage's reentry into politics? Does the Tory party need to be broken before it can be fixed? How conservative really is Britain?We hope you find this episode interesting, where leading voices from the right-wing of British politics come together, acknowledging what they agree on, and fascinatingly, disagreeing on many things too...We hope you enjoy this episode and feel free to get in touch with messages, comments or feedback at tom@soundsapien.com Many thanks,WOTN Team'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright is joined by Labour National Executive Committee Member Jess Barnard, Labour & Co-operative London Assembly Member representing Merton and Wandsworth Leonie Cooper, Labour Councillor and Cabinet Member for Environment & Community Safety at Preston Council Freddie Bailey, and former political editor of the The Mirror, which made him Britain's longest serving political editor Nigel Nelson.What can one say… the conversation this week is Labour, Labour, Labour, just like the panel, plus our esteemed regular commentator Nigel Nelson. The questions they tackle:What does Keir Starmer's Labour Party actually stand for in the wake of his first six steps unveiling this week?Should Labour have welcomed formerly Conservative MP Natalie Elphicke into the party whilst kicking out figures on the left?Do Labour's plans for government and reform add up? Will Starmer's criticism over his position on Israel's post-October 7th onslaught on Gaza have an impact in the general election?Will the Tory attack on Angela Rayner and her tax affairs imprint on the electorate?Will Labour build closer ties with Europe? What is Starmer's Great British Energy strategy, and will Labour also renationalise Water?Will Labour do good for the North after Tory betrayal over HS2?We hope you enjoy this episode and feel free to get in touch with messages, comments or feedback at tom@soundsapien.com Many thanks,WOTN Team'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Sound SapienSoundsapien.comThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright is joined by political commentator, Marina Purkiss, Managing Editor of Local Government Studies and Co-Convenor of the UK Political Studies Association's Specialist Group on Local Politics, Dr Peter Eckersley, Communications Officer at the Institute of Economic Affairs, Reem Ibrahim, and Jean Monnet Professor of European Integration at the National University of Ireland Maynooth, John O'Brennan.Chris introduces with a scintillating monologue reflecting on the student protests in the US in the late 1960s, which he was a part of. He asks the panel whether today's re-engagement of the young through protest will translate into the polling booth across the Atlantic in the UK in the upcoming local elections and onwards.  The conversation centres on the UK local elections and how much they will indicate the general election result. They discuss Sunak's evermore controversial Rwanda rabbit hole (lately causing the migrants to escape the UK into Ireland); the practicality and the politics of the scheme. They dig back into the pro-Palestinian campus riots across the US that began at Columbia State University. Whether or not their branding by the media as anti-semitic is representative of the majority of anti-Israel protesters, and the UK's diplomatic tone compared to the US's towards Israel. They circle back to the local elections this Thursday 2nd May and whether the Tories would dare oust Rishi Sunak after what may be a disastrous result for his party.Many thanks,WOTN Team'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright is joined by:Founder and Director of the Israeli Disarmament Movement, and the Middle East Treaty Organization, Sharon Dolev. Sharon was also the Israeli representative of the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize laureate International Campaign for Abolishing Nuclear Weapons (ICAN)Associate Professor in Politics and International Relations at UCL, Senior Associate Fellow at the Royal United Services Institute for Defence and Security Studies, and author of 'The Palestinian Prisoners Movement: Disobedience and Resistance', Dr Julie Norman -  she is currently writing a book on the political history of Gaza. Geopolitical and financial crime researcher and consultant, Middle East Research Fellow at ITSS (The International Team for the Study of Security) Verona - an apolitical non-profit organisation focused on the study of International Security Omri Brinner. He specialises in Middle Eastern geopolitics and terror financing, namely Hamas' financing.The panel provide the historical context for the beginnings of the current crisis in the Middle East, looking beyond the 7th October attack back to the Israeli disengagement of 2005 and The Arab Peace Initiative of 2002. They paint the picture of the political misopportunities on the behalf of the Israeli and Palestinian leadership that led to the last six months' vast acceleration in violence. They discuss the relations between all the countries in the region including Egypt, Lebanon and Saudi Arabia.  They move onto what's happening on the ground in Gaza, the military capabilities of Israel, analysing the reality of their proclaimed aim to eliminate Hamas. They turn their focus to Iran's attack on Israel over the weekend. Whether it was a mistake, and whether is was a true display of Iran's full military capabilities. Led by Sharon, they turn to the reality of Iran's nuclear capabilities, and set out a vision for how peace can truly be achieved in the whole region of the Middle East. Many thanks,WOTN Team'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis episode was produced by Sound Sapiensoundsapien.comThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright is joined by writer, journalist and broadcaster, Christina Patterson, Communications Officer at the Institute of Economic Affairs, Reem Ibrahim, UK and US political commentator Edward Hardy, and Chief Economic Adviser at the Centre for Economics and Business Research, Vicky Pryce.The conversation kicks off with an in-depth analysis of the Conservative Party's scheme to tear itself apart.  They turn to the economic legacy of Thatcher and discuss whether privatisation, such as of Water and the Railways, is the foundational cause for Britain's dire problems today. They also pick apart the housing crisis and the tendency of our politics to pit the young and old against each other.   They turn to the topic of the ageing population, the pension system and the kind of policies we need to bring real change. Each of the panellists offers their views on whether they are optimistic or pessimistic about the economic future of Britain.  Economist Vicky Pryce joins the conversation to offer her thoughts on this issue, what Labour will and can do should they come into power, and how geopolitics is affecting the economy. Finally, they turn to Donald Trump's newfound wealth and the potential world consequences of his ability to get away with everything - with expert analysis from Edward and Vicky.   Many thanks,WOTN Team'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis episode was produced by Sound SapienSoundsapien.comThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's episode, Chris Wright is joined by Richard Spencer, the China correspondent at The Times, formerly the Middle East correspondent from 2016 until August 2023, but brought back to cover the war in Gaza since Hamas's attack on Israel on the 7th October. He was previously news editor, China correspondent, Middle East correspondent and Middle East editor at The Daily Telegraph.The focus quickly turns to Israel-Palestine where Richard cuts to the chase, outlining the different ways the conflict may end, and what these scenarios would mean for the citizens on the ground. Questions are raised, such as whether the West is hypocritical to criticise Israel's campaign in Gaza, considering their relatively recent campaigns in Iraq and Syria. Richard later explains the geopolitics of conflict for the UK and the US, and the power dynamic in the Palestinian West Bank.They turn their gaze to Ukraine - what is the status of the war and how the American election will impact it, and therefore, the future of Europe. Chris also asks Richard for his views on the possibility of China invading Taiwan.   We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm.Many thanks,WOTN Team'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis episode was produced by Sound Sapiensoundsapien.comThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

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In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright is joined by writer, journalist and broadcaster, Christina Patterson, Communications Officer at the Institute of Economic Affairs, Reem Ibrahim, and former Political Editor of the Sunday Mirror, Nigel Nelson.Chris kicks the conversation off with Rishi Sunak's seemingly desperate electoral ploy to push through the Rwanda scheme, passing the Safety of Rwanda Bill through the House of Commons on Wednesday night. The panel analyse whether the public is as concerned with the issue of immigration as the government have convinced themselves they are, and how Britain should be addressing legal and illegal immigration. Reem argues that immigrants on average are less of a burden and contribute to the economy more than ‘native' Britons… They then focus on Sunak: does he have a vision for the country behind the veil of party politics? Will the Conservatives lurch even further to the right after his likely election defeat? Chris then asks each panellist what story is catching their interest right now: - Nigel takes on the post-office scandal and the impact of ITV's drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office- Christina's is the expansion of the Israel-Gaza conflict in the Middle East to the Red Sea- Reem's is the government's historic bill to ban the sale of tobacco products to anyone born on or after 1 January 2009 – she thinks the attack on vape products doesn't make senseWe'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm.Many thanks,WOTN Team  'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis episode was produced by Sound Sapiensoundsapien.comThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright is joined by the Founder of the Alliance for Trust in Media, Editor-in-chief of Amplify Publishing Group, and former CEO of Inc. and Fast Company, Eric Schurenberg, the first woman to run a US presidential campaign, the youngest woman to have tenured at the Harvard Law School, and prominent US political commentator, Susan Estrich, and journalist, US and UK political commentator, and regular Wright on the Nail contributor, Edward Hardy.Topics:The Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Super Bowl conspiracy theory People still believe the 2020 election was stolen from TrumpRepublicanism and conspiracy theories The macro causes of the frightening polarisation in the US and the worldTrump's unique ability in communicationThe QAnon conspiracy and ‘Pizzagate' accusing individuals including Obama, the Clintons and the Pope of running a secret paedophile ring. Elon Musk's troubling control of the X ‘microphone'Trump's toxification of the political debateWill the problem go if and when Trump goes?Is the general population tired of Trump's politics? Can he Win?The October ‘Event'What do people really think of Joe Biden?We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm.'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis episode was produced by Sound Sapiensoundsapien.comThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris is joined by Chief Economic Adviser and a board member at the Centre for Economics and Business Research, Vicky Pryce, Labour National Executive Committee member, Jess Barnard and journalist and US and UK political commentator, Edward Hardy.Jess outlines her hopes and fears about the Labour Party – hoping that Labour wins the general election, but fearing that Starmer won't deliver any meaningful change. Vicky provides the economic forecast - how inflation may continue to improve and how the geopolitics of global conflicts like that in the Middle East, Ukraine, and potentially in Taiwan will affect our domestic economy. What will happen to UK interest rates in 2024? For your information, Jess mentions anti-BDS laws in which BDS stands for boycotts, divestment and sanctions. In this context the BDS movement aims to put diplomatic pressure on Israel to observe international law. Edward Hardy updates us on the stalemate of the Ukraine-Russia war and his analysis of British-US diplomacy surrounding Israel's bombardment of Gaza. Update: On Tuesday, Gaza's health ministry said 22,185 Palestinians have now been killed in Gaza since October 7th. 507 Israeli soldiers have been killed in Gaza since the war began, on top of the approx. 1,200 Israelis killed by Hamas on the 7th of October.  This opens up a fascinating discussion about Britain's diplomatic role to play (or not to play) in this conflict. Chris turns the conversation to the US – who will be the Democratic nominee? Will Biden run despite universal disapproval over his age? Is it possible that Trump will put his ego aside and not run? What would another Trump presidency mean for the US and the world?Finally, Chris asks each panellist their one high-impact prediction of the year – and they all give very different answers!'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris is joined by Conservative political commentator Lee Harris, and writer, journalist, and author of Fake History, Otto English.The panel tackle all the big issues that leave us, nearing the end of the year, in a dire state of affairs. They start with Ukraine, reflecting on the wars of the 20th Century, and the lessons that we need to learn in order to respond appropriately to Vladimir Putin. They then turn to the Israel-Gaza conflict where Otto and Lee agree that Hamas is an awful terrorist organisation but clash over whether to allow Israel to press on with their siege to defeat them at all costs. The jostle continues over the issue of immigration in the UK. We hope you enjoy it as much as they did!As referenced by Chris in the introduction, let us know what you think of our producer's modern rendition of Silent Night, inspired by Simon and Garfunkel's 1966 song ‘7 O'clock News / Silent Night' in the outro.We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you just want to say hi! Merry Christmas, WOTN Team 'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright is joined by former Political Editor of the Sunday Mirror, Nigel Nelson, co-founder of Momentum and former advisor to Jeremy Corbyn, James Schneider, and Professor of European Politics, and Jean Monnet Chair of European Integration at the University of Ireland Maynooth, John O'Brennan.Yesterday, the Minister of State for Immigration Robert Jenrick resigned over the government's Rwanda Plan. Sunak is facing a revolt from the right and centre of his party over this issue, and the panel unpack how the Tories got into this mess. They turn to the recent changes to visa rules where the minimum salary threshold for a work visa is to be raised to £38,700, from the current £26,200, with some exemptions in health and social care. The panel dissect the very foundations of the economic necessity of foreign migrants, and the rhetoric of the government. One panellist argues that ‘stopping the boats' has been largely manufactured as a political media distraction from the cost-of-living crisis, which has led to this sickly Rwanda farce. They turn to the Covid-inquiry, Boris Johnson's performance, the nature of the reporting on it, and whether the purpose of learning about what went wrong for a future pandemic is being achieved. Chris then raises the bizarre and somewhat enraging issue for the Labour Party of Starmer's praising of Thatcher in his recent Telegraph article. Corbyn's former advisor James Schneider has a lot to say about that! We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you just want to say hi!WOTN Team 'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

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In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris is joined by multi-award-winning i newspaper journalist Yasmin Alibhai-Brown, author, broadcaster and political commentator Christina Patterson, and the presenter of the Times Radio Early Breakfast show Rosie Wright.The conversation kicks off with a discussion on what is in store for Suella Braverman after her sacking on Monday. Is her perception of her popularity over-inflated? The whole country was shocked by the appointment of former prime minister David Cameron. Was this big call the right one?On Wednesday, the Supreme Court ruled on the Government's illegal immigration Rwanda policy, finding it unlawful. The panel discuss whether ‘stopping the boats' is one of the top issues for the electorate, but also what alternative avenues the government could take to improve the situation. Yasmin offers deep insight as an expert on immigration. The other great ongoing issue of the week was that of the war in Gaza and the UK parliament's vote against a ceasefire. The panel fought over whether this was the right decision and discussed the revolt against Starmer in the Labour Party. They round up with an update and analysis on the Covid Inquiry and the news of Nigel Farage accepting a spot on ‘I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here' for a record fee. We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you just want to say hi! WOTN Team 'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright is joined by political commentators, Marina Purkiss, Edward Hardy, and political commentator and Communications Officer for the Institute of Economic Affairs Reem Ibrahim.This week's debate kicks off and remains with the issues surrounding Home Secretary Suella Braverman. She has yet again been called out for the use of toxic language in the public sphere, criticising the Metropolitan Police claiming they have a left-wing bias regarding their treatment of protesters, and calling the pro-Palestinian demonstrations ‘hate marches'. The panel analyses and discusses the significance of language in politics.In a similar vein, the panel discuss and disagree deeply over Carol Vorderman having to step down from the BBC and her radio show. The non-political radio host has been forced out due to her influential online presence as a rather left-wing political voice. The panel get to the bottom of the hypocrisy of this development, similar to that of Gary Lineker's situation some months ago. The panel reflect on the King's Speech and the very British constitution that continues this tradition. Is the world laughing at us?-        Suella Braverman, was she trying to get sacked with her rogue police-bashing article.-        The pro-Palestine protest on Remembrance Day and why the language around it is so important. -        Carol Vorderman forced to leave the BBC because of her political activism outside of her radio show. Is there a Conservative bias in the BBC, and is this cancel culture at play? -        Did King Charles enjoy reading out Rishi Sunak's policies in the State Opening of Parliament? And how the world is laughing at Britain's anachronistic traditions. We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you just want to say hi! WOTN Team 'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Tom Platts This podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright is joined  in the debate by the wonderful professor of European Politics, and Jean Monnet Chair of European Integration at the National University of Ireland Maynooth, John O'Brennan, Conservative political commentator, Lee Harris and Labour NEC member, Jess Barnard.The conversation kicks off with the latest Conservative Party scandals of Peter Bone and Crispin Blunt. Is this the final nail in the coffin for the government? The conversation opens up a broader discussion on those who are accused and tried and found guilty on social media and on the front page of the papers before they are tried by the court of law. However, there is clearly a deep sickness in Westminster involving the abuse of power. While country-wide, just 5% of rapes that were given an outcome by the police in the year ending December 2021 resulted in a charge.Then they move on to the upcoming Financial Statement, and whether Sunak should sack Jeremy Hunt as Chancellor, or even Suella Braverman as Home Secretary. Is the economy or immigration the most important issue for voters? Who could be the next Chancellor? Well, it's likely Rachael Reeves will be there in the not-too-distant future. The panel analysed her standing from giving a great speech at the Labour Party Conference a few weeks ago to recently being accused of serious plagiarism in her new book. The second half of the conversation focuses on the elephant in the room. Israel-Gaza. Keir Starmer has come into some very hot water over his comments that endorsed Israel's “right to defend itself” and Israel's war crimes on Palestinians. The panellists analyse the conflict, significantly, the domestic and international response to it. Jess Barnard speaks of her visit to Palestine last year giving a firsthand account of the treatment of Palestinians by Israel and the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). This is a very emotive topic to debate and that was certainly the case here… We hope you enjoy this longer episode which we believe the length is backed up by the depth of discussion.  We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you just want to say hi! Yours faithfully, WOTN Team 'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

This week we are reflecting on some of our best interview episodes with giants of the music industry and, specifically, when they talked about how the megastars they've worked with became successful. The special guests in this episode include: -        Emma Banks: The representative for some of the world's top artists, including Red Hot Chili Peppers, Florence And The Machine, Katy Perry, System of a Down, Muse, Kraftwerk and many more. (full episode 17 Aug 2022) -        Carl Leighton-Pope: Starting out in the music industry at a similar time to host Chris Wright of Chrysalis Records, Carl has been a manager, promoter, and agent for some of the biggest names in music over the decades, including Van Morrison, Bryan Adams, Billy Ocean, and Michael Bublé. (full episode 7 Jul 2023) -        Sir Robin Millar: One of the most successful music producers in the world whose career ignited when he produced Sade's debut album "Diamond Life". (full episode 8 Sep 2023) -        Miles Copland: Former manager of the Police and Sting. In 1979, he founded the I.R.S. Records label, producing R.E.M., the Bangles, Berlin, the Cramps, Dead Kennedys, the Alarm, and the Go-Go's, to mention just a few. (full episode 27 Aug 2021)In this segment about Sting, Chris fondly remembers having Jerry Moss, co-founder of A&M Records, over for dinner shortly before the time of recording. Sadly, Moss passed away on the 15th of August this year aged 88. Sting has paid tribute by expressing how big an impact he had on his life and career. (full episode 27 Aug 2021) We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you just want to say hi! Yours faithfully WOTN Team 'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright is joined by former Political Editor of the Sunday Mirror, Nigel Nelson, writer and broadcaster, Christina Patterson, and Labour Councillor and Cabinet Member for Environment and Community Safety at Preston Council, Freddie Bailey.The topics they discuss:-        Who had the best 2023 conference – the Conservatives or Labour?-        Was Sunak trying to be more of a president than a prime minister?-        What was Farage doing at the Tory Party Conference?-        The war between Israel and Gaza: the polarisation of debate on the crisis, and how            it impacted the Labour conference.   -        The leaders' performances: Sunak vs Starmer, Hunt vs Reeves. -        Did Labour send the right message to help secure the general election win?   We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you just want to say hi! WOTN Team 'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

This week, Chris Wright interviews Lisa Gordon. Lisa has been a top business executive for over 25 years. As a technology specialist, she has surfed the wave of the technological revolution from the infancy of the internet to this day where she is Chairman of Cavendish, the merger of Cenkos and FinnCap, a non-Exec at Alpha Group Intl - one of the fastest growth of companies listed on the UK Stock Exchange, as well as holding several other major non-Exec and advisory positions. The conversation starts with Chris and Lisa's work together at Chrysalis where they were at the forefront of technological change in the industry. They shine a light on what personal attributes caused their huge business success, and what led to their occasional failures. The second half turns to the country at large where Lisa provides some fascinating observations from her perspective as a business insider. They tackle the issue of sexism and all kinds of discrimination in the workplace, what can be done to ensure diversity and why it's so important for business as well as social mobility. The topics are: -           How Chris gave Lisa her biggest career break-           How Lisa and Chris could have been Google, and why it all went wrong-           How technology has impacted the business of music-           The power and limitations of the City of London-           What's wrong with business today and how to fix it-           The key guidelines for being successful in business-           How to foster gender diversity in the workplace and the importance of childcare-           Politics and Britain's position on the world stage-           What Sunak should have done with HS2-           Meeting Gordon Brown and how he stays hopeful about politics   We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you just want to say hi! Yours faithfully, WOTN Team 'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Tom Platts This podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright is joined by the presenter of Times Radio Early Breakfast show, Rosie Wright, UK and US political commentator, Edward Hardy, and former LibDem parliamentary candidate for Cotswolds and founder of Save British Farming, Liz Webster.The starting gun has been fired for the next general election. What can the Tories do to turn around the opinion polls? Is Labour's strategy of holding back on publishing hard policy working? Could Rishi Sunak call the general election as soon as October this year? The panel discuss how the Tories are just as lost Labour on their political identity. They look globally to where our relations with our European neighbours stand.  Liz tells us the Liberal Democrat's true position on Brexit. They then discuss the prospect of the Tories scrapping inheritance tax and HS2, whilst Sunak told the North this week that they'll sort out the potholes first. That'd be something! The panel discuss why Britain is so bad at big infrastructure projects.We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you just want to say hi!Yours faithfully, WOTN Team 'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

Torsdagen inleds med gott skjutnings- och sprängingssnack för att sedan glida över till ett med djuplodande samtal med psykolog Sofia Wiotti. Kan redaktionen uppleva självmedkänsla? Tvek. David Jassy kommer förbi och berättar ALLT om sin morddom. Vad gör man i fängelset? Måste man vara med i upploppen? När han nästan blev mördad på rastgården och såklart frågan alla undrar över. Skedar man någonsin med sin cellkamrat. Fridens liljor.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/gott-snack-med-fredrik-soderholm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Chris Wright sat down with Loraine Burgon to discuss her life, as described in her recently released book Magical Highs – Alvin Lee & Me. Loraine was the longtime partner of Alvin Lee through his rise to fame as the lead singer and guitarist of Ten Years After, and Chris Wright was the band's manager in the same period. This is a highly unique conversation between two people from the heart of the Woodstock era of Rock'n'roll, exposing what really went on among the stars. Loraine's experience brings home what it was like to be a woman in this time and among individuals like Beatle George Harrison -  it wasn't plain sailing that's for sure!Grab yourself a copy of Magical Highs – Alvin Lee & Me by Loraine BurgonTopics of the conversation:-        Coming from Nottingham -        Being the longtime partner of Alvin Lee, leader of Ten Years After -        Woodstock 1969 -        Led Zeppelin-        Life on tour-        Sexual misconduct in the music and fashion industries-        George Harrison's entitlement-        Magical Highs and life unravellingWe'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you just want to say hi!Thanks for listening,WOTN Team 'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright is joined by GBNews broadcaster and columnist Emily Carver, former Corbyn advisor and co-founder of Momentum James Schneider, and writer and broadcaster Christina Patterson.The panel kick-off by discussing the record of the current and previous governments on their spending priorities. Whilst public spending is high, it is not going to the right places as we see schools physically crumbling and NHS waiting lists in England at the record high of 7.68 million people. Is Keir Starmer laying out an alternative approach that will make a positive difference to this deterioration?  The conversation progresses to the issue of competence in government whilst ministers are rotated like rolling substitutes in a football team. They discuss the systemic conditions like the toxic media landscape that creates a situation where we have a relatively incompetent bunch of politicians who cannot stay in their jobs long enough to make any meaningful progress in their ministerial departments.  Chris then turns the talk to international politics with the issue of Joe Biden's age, and then the new developments in Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin's relationship and what all this means for the world.We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you just want to say hi! Thanks for listening, WOTN Team 'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

This week Chris Wright is joined by one of the most successful music producers in the world whose career ignited when he produced Sade's debut album "Diamond Life". Sir Robin Millar is also a highly successful businessman, and he is the Chair of Scope UK, the national charity representing the 16 million disabled people in the UK.The conversation jumps straight into the deep end of things with the problems of cancel culture and the issues caused when people in business, and life, hold grudges against you. They then explore the significance of Robin having a West Indian mother and how this impacted his outlook and life experiences. They then discuss the painful subject of Robin's blindness and the difference between being born blind and developing blindness like Robin did. Chris then asks about the formative years of his career that led him to the vast success he has enjoyed for several decades, including his breakthrough in getting a job at the Château d'Hérouville recording studio in the Northwest of Paris. Robin tells his story of Sade. Producing on Diamond Life with her was what took Robin from being a successful producer to the stratosphere of being sought after around the globe. This then opens up a fascinating discussion about the two-tone music of the late 70s/early 80s that Chris Wright was instrumental in reviving, having signed record deals with bands like the Specials (famous for the song ‘Ghost Town' among many others). They return to Sade where Robin explains how she became a hit in America and then what it entails for an artist and their records to become mega-famous. They finally talk in-depth about the business of music including the ins and outs of their business partnership at Chrysalis and a possible new venture together! We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you just want to say hi!Thanks for listening, WOTN Team 'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this ‘Nailed It!' episode we look back on two episodes in which, it's fair to say, Chris and his guests touched on more revolutionary political theories than they usually do. In Lockdown Regret, Starmer's Betrayal - is socialism dead? (March 2023) Nima Tavallaey Roodsari explains that the current Labour Party is really a liberal party, calling for the formation of a truly socialist party. He had a particular leader in mind… Panellists Nima, David Osland, and Reem Ibrahim discuss whether Keir Starmer was right to kick Jeremy Corbyn out of the Labour Party. Is a broad church of liberals and socialists in the Labour Party a functional marriage? They discuss the rising age of retirement and dispute the amount of tax workers pay towards pensions compared to the rest of Europe. Is our system socialism for the rich and capitalism for the poor? The final excerpt is taken from Chris's conversation with James Schneider, How the Left Can Win by 2030, and Why They Must. We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you just want to say hi!Thanks for listening,WOTN TeamOur Bloc: How We Win by James Schnieder  'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this episode, Chris Wright is joined by political commentator Marina Purkiss, Jean Monnet Professor of European Integration at the National University of Ireland Maynooth John O'Brennan, and political commentator Lee Harris.The conversation kicks off with Donald Trump's Monday night indictment in which he was charged with conspiring to overturn the 2020 US election result. This opens up a wider discussion on the spread of populism worldwide, including in the UK with the antics of Boris Johnson and the ever-right-leaning Conservative Party.Chris then asks the panel about immigration. Lee Harris defends the government whilst Marina and John offer alternative solutions to this critical global issue. They discuss the causes of immigration to northern Europe and the harsh reality of being a migrant fleeing a country and trying to cross the highly dangerous English Channel.A topic throughout the conversation is the role of the right-wing press that make up the majority of the UK's most powerful media outlets, and Chris focuses the discussion on the fact that super-rich foreigners like Rupert Murdoch own these outlets and influence their news agendas with almost no regulation. Is this right?We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you just want to say hi!Thanks for listening,WOTN Team'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB. This episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this ‘Nailed It!' episode we look back on Chris's two conversations with author and journalist Otto English, picking out some of the most entertaining, moving, and eye-opening moments from those episodes: ‘‘Fake History' with Otto English' and ‘‘Fake Heroes' an Interview with Author Otto English'. Topics:-        What did Winston Churchill actually say?-        How the propagation of ‘the good old days' philosophy caused Brexit.-        Would Che Guevara's image be so iconic if he weren't so “damned good-looking?”-        Otto's childhood hero John Wayne and how he let him down. -        Chris's story about the Beatles, Dick James, and Robin Hood.We'd love to hear what you think of the episode at email@wrightonthenail.fm, or get in touch if you want to say hi!Thanks for listening,WOTN TeamGet your own copy of Otto's books Wright here:Fake History: Ten Great Lies and How They Shaped the Worldhttps://www.waterstones.com/book/fake-history/otto-english/9781787396425Fake Heroes: Ten False Icons and How they Altered the Course of History https://www.waterstones.com/book/fake-heroes/otto-english/9781802795899'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThe episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

This week Chris Wright CBE is joined by Green Party Peer and former leader Natalie Bennett. The topics they discuss are:-        What's all this fuss about ULEZ?-        Is the Green Party coming out of the shadows?-        Why the argument that Britain shouldn't bother tackling climate change when we are so much smaller than China doesn't hold up.-        How Britain's environmental and food standards will likely drop as we move to Pacific trade rather than EU. -        The pressing issue of food security. -        Natalie Bennett's upbringing to a life in politics.-        Reforming the House of Lords.-        The interlinked Green social, economic, and environmental philosophy.-        The consensus about the privatisation of water, and other public utilities and services in the UK.-        Natalie explains why to abandon tactical voting and just vote Green.-        Green's original social policies.Natalie's new book, Change Everything: https://unbound.com/books/change-everything/?utm_campaign=change-everything&utm_medium=AuthorSocial&utm_source=AuthorActivity'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co This episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's news roundtable episode, Chris Wright CBE is joined by two bright young political minds with opposing standpoints: political commentator, and Communications Officer at the Institute of Economic Affairs, Reem Ibrahim, and Labour Party National Executive Committee Member, Jess Barnard. The conversation kicks off with Labour's recent political crisis over ULEZ in the backdrop to their by-election defeat in Uxbridge. They ask why green policies seem to be hurting working-class families. Chris and the panel talk about pay and taxation. Is the system fair? How do we solve the housing crisis? Is it just building more houses - or even, more affordable housing - or do we need the government to make laws that bring prices down in the housing and rental markets? Whilst discussing whether we should build on green belt land, Reem tells us what ‘nimbies' are…    They turn to Nigel Farage and discuss how he manages to get away with portraying himself as a man of the people in this week's media sprawl regarding his Coutts bank account closure. Finally, Chris turns the discussion to Elon Musk and why he seems to have bought Twitter to destroy it. Since his takeover, Twitter's stock value reduced drastically and the recent logo rebrand from the iconic blue bird to an ‘X' has caused outrage. The panel discuss the importance of Twitter in politics and political debate and the implications of Musk's actions.“It's hard to hear how the Tories approached the ULEZ debate from some kind of moral standpoint as if they cared about working-class people.” - Jess Barnard“The solution to tackling poverty is not taxing the rich more it is incentivising growth.” – Reem Ibrahim  'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this episode, Chris Wright is joined by James Schneider, co-founder of Momentum - the movement that seeks to bring a more socialist agenda to the Labour Party. He was an advisor to former Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn, and the discussion is built around his fascinating book Our Bloc: How We Win - written in the backdrop to Corbyn's defeat to Boris Johnson in the 2019 general election.The conversation starts with the mess that Keir Starmer will likely inherit from over 14 years of Conservative rule in Britain. James and Chris dissect the taxation system to explain how Britain can provide ‘for the many, not the few.'  They analyse why Corbyn didn't become prime minister, and Chris asks James whether young people are engaged enough in politics.  How significant is the right-wing media establishment in keeping down progressive forces?  Was Brexit a vote against the broader system rather than simply against the EU?  They discuss why the Tories will terrifyingly keep moving even further towards the populist right.  Finally, James gives a damning verdict on Keir Starmer, and takes us through his own plan, quite frankly, to save the world through uniting progressive forces; expanded upon in his 2022 book Our Bloc: How We Win.Get your copy of the book here 'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis episode was produced by Tom Platts.This podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

This week Chris Wright, co-founder of Chrysalis Records in 1968, is joined by Carl Leighton-Pope who began his career in the music industry at almost the same time as the WOTN host. Carl has been a manager, promoter, and agent for some of the biggest names in music over the years, including Van Morrison, Bryan Adams, Billy Ocean, and Michael Bublé.Chris and Carl reminisce about their formative years in the music industry in 1960s London, with venues such as the Marquee Club playing a significant part. They discuss the music industry's roles of managers, agents, running record labels, and which is more enjoyable. They review contemporary artists and why we need stars like Harry Styles. The episode is full of wonderful anecdotes and stories of the personal bonds Carl has built with stars like Billy Ocean and Michael Bublé. Carl came from a Welsh mining family, and this episode shows the mindset, as well as the knowledge and talent, required to get to where he is today. Inspiring is the word this week, as Chris also answers questions from Carl about his extraordinary music career.We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did recording it! If you like the episode, we would really appreciate it if you could give the podcast a review, rating, and a follow on your chosen streaming platform. It makes an unimaginable difference.'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright CBE is joined by UK & US political commentator and journalist, Edward Hardy, political commentator and Communications Officer at the Institute of Economic Affairs, Reem Ibrahim, and Conservative Political Commentator, Lee Harris.The discussion starts with the week's big news on the government's Illegal Immigration Bill and the ruling against it by the Court of Appeal, the highest court within the Senior Courts of England and Wales that deals only with appeals from other courts or tribunals. The panel discuss whether the policy proposal is fundamentally flawed, and further about what broader approach to immigration the government should take. The conversation opens up to the funding of public services and the Conservatives' recent historic record of trying to pass unlawful bills.  Chris then asks the panel whether Rishi Sunak's wealth makes him unfit to tackle the cost-of-living crisis in which public servants are selling their homes in order to survive. They turn to the Thames Water crisis and the question of whether to nationalise water to avoid the government having to further bail out profiteering private companies. Reem Ibrahim explains why the privatisation of public services and utilities isn't working in the UK and why many don't have the same problems as the UK abroad. Despite their political differences, the panel agree on the question of whether the Conservative government seem to have downed tools, and if a general election should be called right now.  The final topic is the newly released Equity in Cricket report. It shows that 87% of people with Pakistani and Bangladeshi heritage, 82% of people with Indian heritage and 75% of all Black people in cricket report to have been discriminated against in the last five years. The panel discuss the wider issue of racism in our society and the ways it can be tackled. With the issue of elitism also involved in the report, Chris asks the panellists whether they went to a private school, and their answers may not be what you expected…   'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright CBE is joined by John O'Brennan the Jean Monnet Professor of European Integration at the National University of Ireland Maynooth. John is a leading spokesman, columnist and academic on European Politics. In particular, he works on the process and politics of the EU's Enlargement policy and on Ireland's relationship with the European Union.Chris and John kick-off with economics. With UK inflation at 8.7% and inflation in the Eurozone at around 6%, John and Chris discuss the discrepancy. Can we just blame Covid and Ukraine or are other effects such as Britain's backwards housing market at play? They rain down judgment on the economic management of the UK over the last two decades and then compare its performance to the rest of Europe. John explains Ireland's peculiar measure of economic success. It isn't long before the B-word (Brexit) is mentioned. John explains why Britain's plunge into independence from the EU has been so unsuccessful. What are the UK's prospects outside of the EU? What was the true cause behind the 52% vote to leave? How significant was the press? How much should we blame David Cameron and the Remain Campaign? This opens up a conversation about the significance of AI in the battle against misinformation in the future.They talk about the role of leadership in the crisis that Brexit has created for the UK including Rishi Sunak and previous Conservative Prime Ministers' crippling political ties to Brexiteers in their party. They discuss the macro politics of Europe and how Britain is still very much united with the Continent. John explains the origins of the concept of ‘cakeism' in relation to Britain's relationship with the EU, and the imminent threat in Europe of the far-right through the likes of Marine Le Pen. Chris asks John how the international community's view of the UK has changed since 2016. How has Brexit really changed immigration into and out of the EU? Has the UK gone from having the best of both worlds to the worst of both worlds?Is there hope for the UK to progress in the future under a Labour government after what will be over 14 years of Conservative rule?   'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis episode was produced by Tom PlattsThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright CBE is joined by journalist and author Christina Patterson, political commentator Edward Hardy, and author and journalist Otto English. Where else to start other than Boris Johnson? With the damning Privileges Committee report into his Lockdown breaches released this morning, one can only describe the podcast's opening as a post-mortem of the political career of the man who lied to Parliament. Will his allies in the media bring him back to life? The panel discuss Johnson's behaviour during the lockdowns, the cronyism surrounding his honours list, Rishi Sunak, the damage Johnson and Truss have done to the country, and where this bombshell of a report leaves British politics going forward. Has Britain's global reputation reached an all-time low? The panellists powerfully debate the role of the House of Lords and whether it's got too big. They discuss the role of the media and what needs to change about it and the way we consume it to save our democracy.  'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

On this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright CBE is joined by political commentator & co-host of The Trawl podcast Marina Purkiss, Conservative broadcaster, commentator and columnist Emily Carver, Labour Councillor for Preston Freddie Bailey, and Conservative commentator and columnist Samantha Smith.The conversation kicks off with Sunak's immigration speech in Dover on Monday, and whether Brexit impacts inflation. Then the panel debate what state the country will be in at the end of this Conservative government and whether Labour will be the change we need. Is the country repairable?Freddie Bailey analyses Labour's political position, and that given the struggling economy the Tories would hand them upon being elected.They discuss the covid inquiry and whether the pandemic has acted as a convenient smokescreen for Tory economic mismanagement and the underfunding of the NHS.Finally, Chris turns the discussion to the global threat of AI - will it take all our jobs, will we create new jobs? Samantha Smith unveils some frightening AI tales. 'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's episode, Chris Wright CBE is joined by Otto English who has recently released the book Fake Heroes: Ten False Icons and How they Altered the Course of History.Chris and Otto discuss a number of the historical figures that feature in the book's chapters, draw parallels between them and reflect on how the most singular events can skew our view of history.Topics Otto and Chris discuss:Writing the Queen's obituaryJFK and getting to the bottom of his assassinationThe populist myth of Che Guevara - “Would Che Guevara have been so iconic if he hadn't been so damn good-looking?”Andy Warhol - how was he so prolific? Was Henry V and how no monarch beats the late Queen.The ghastly George VJohn Wayne: Otto's childhood hero who let him down. Chris's extraordinary Robin Hood story.Otto's Fake Heroes message.Buy Fake Heroes  www.waterstones.com/book/fake-heroes/otto-english/9781802795899'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

On this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright CBE is joined by journalist, Writer, and Broadcaster, Christina Patterson, political Commentator, Lee Harris, and news presenter, Rosie Wright.The conversation starts with the panel discussing Suella Braverman's recent speech at the National Conservatism conference. They debate whether she was undermining Rishi Sunak and making a bid for leadership. Together, they look at the current landscape of the Conservative Party – how could they win over the public when the party is so clearly divided? Do they need to refind their political identity?The panel discusses the net migration figures, which are at a record high, and debates whether the post-Brexit points system is working as the country has wide shortages in the workforce. New sky-high immigration figures suggest that Brexit's motive to reduce net immigration has been undermined. How much is that due to global forces, and how much is it a Brexit betrayal by the government?They discuss the new revelations on visits to Chequers during Boris Johnson's premiership and the covid-19 lockdowns. Whilst ethical procedure must be followed to fully investigate the former government's conduct, will any new findings change anyone's view of Boris Johnson?'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

On this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright CBE is joined by Green Party peer and former leader Natalie Bennett, Liberal Democrat Councillor Jake Short, and Labour Councillor Frankie Leach.The conversation kicks off with a review of the coronation and constitution, discussing the police arrests of peaceful protesters. Turning to the local elections: we hear from representatives from Labour, the Liberal Democrats, and the Greens, who are jostling for Tory votes in the leadup to the general election. Will Labour have to go into a coalition to get into government? Will tactical voting come into play? The Greens are growing exponentially; the Lib Dems are back from the ruins of Nick Clegg's damaging time in coalition with the Tories. Does Labour have what it takes to secure a majority?This opens up the debate on whether we should have proportional representation, which would benefit the Greens and Lib Dems in particular, but would the gain in progressiveness be worth the risk of extremism? The panel discusses whether the electorate has become more or less progressive and remarks on the generational divide. Was Brexit a result of people for decades feeling their vote doesn't count?Chris takes the conversation to the Conservative's inflammatory populist political stance on immigration, which materialises into a discussion of each party's position on Brexit and Britain's relationship with Europe going forward.    Let us know your thoughts via our Twitter page!'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.co.ukCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.fmThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

On this week's News Roundtable episode, Chris Wright CBE is joined by political commentator Narinder Kaur, former Conservative MEP and Chairman of The Freedom Association, David Campbell Bannerman, political commentator Leon Nesbeth, and political commentator Suzanne Evans. Chris had no choice but to kick off the conversation with the King's Coronation. Our politically diverse panel argues how important the Royal Family is to Britons today and tells us their thoughts on Charles' plans of modernisation. The discussion moves to Sue Gray and whether the Tories are making a mountain out of a molehill or whether she has acted unrighteously. How scared are you about AI is the next question, in a week when its ‘godfather' Geoffrey Hinton has resigned from Google, warning of the dangers of AI's superior intelligence to our own. We end by analysing the case of police seizing golliwogs from an Essex pub that had several on display in the establishment. This does get quite heated, with half the panel on the anti-racist end of the spectrum and the other half on the freedom of speech at all-cost end. Which side are you on?  Let us know your thoughts via our Twitter page!'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.FMThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by journalist and broadcaster, Emily Carver, Labour Councillor for Streatham, Martin Abrams, and journalist, writer, and broadcaster, Christina Patterson.The conversation kicks-off with an analysis of Dominic Raab's resignation following the outcome of the inquiry into his bullying allegations. The panel discusses the lack of grace in his resignation and explores whether this is an ongoing pattern in the recent Tory exits. Together they debate whether Sunak was weak not to sack Raab in the first place. We have a good long look at Tory leadership, opening up to discussion on the new book Boris at 10  by Raymon Newell that provides a damning exposé of his premiership. The panel moves to Dianne Abbott's universally condemned comments about racism, on which we were graced by an impassioned speech from Labour Councillor Martin Abrams with a commentary on how Keir Starmer has handled this situation and similar situations throughout his leadership.Finally, the panel looks at Andrew Bridgen – the long-time anti-vax proponent who compared the covid vaccine rollout to the horrors of the Holocaust. Developing into an exciting discussion about Big Pharma and whether it should be nationalised!We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode on Twitter!'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.FMThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by journalist and author of Fake History Otto English, Labour NEC member Jess Barnard, journalist and broadcaster Reem Ibrahim, and political commentator Lee Harris.This week kicks off with a fascinating debate on the climate crisis brought to our attention by recent and ongoing protests by animal rights and climate activist groups Animal Rising and Just Stop Oil, while Extinction Rebellion is planning a mass protest during the London Marathon this weekend. With a panel split on whether the activists are advancing or damaging their cause by protesting at major sports events, this is a must-listen exchange of views! In fact, Chris Wright CBE and our fantastic panel offer a highly thought-provoking episode throughout. The other topics discussed in depth are the Fox News $787 million ‘fake news' fine and the NHS nurse's strikes. The panel shares their thoughts on Rishi Sunak's troubles over his wife's shares in a government-boosted childcare firm and whether his super-richness will be an ongoing problem for him. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the episode on Twitter!'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.FMThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by Animal Rising activist Claudia Penna Rojas, Professor of European Politics John O'Brennan, Conservative columnist and commentator Samantha Smith, and Labour Councillor Freddie Bailey.The conversation starts with John O'Brennan assessing Joe Biden's personal and political visit to Northern Ireland, widening into a review of transatlantic relations. We swiftly move on to the issue of Labour's controversial advert about Rishi Sunak's views on child sexual abusers. Does this mark a new unpleasant series of political exchanges in the lead-up to the general election? The panel discusses the junior doctor's strikes and then debates animal rights at the Grand National. Activist Claudia Penna Rojas reveals how Animal Rising plans to protest at the event. This opens up a broader debate about our relationship with animals, climate change, and the impact of animal agriculture. Host Chris Wright poses a strong challenge to Animal Rising's plans and their effectiveness. Claudia presents a vision that stresses the urgency of global warming and how our relationship with animals needs to change - but is it realistic?'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.FMThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by US and UK political commentator Edward Hardy, broadcaster Rosie Wright, co-founder of Momentum James Schneider, and regular i newspaper columnist Yasmin Alibhai-Brown.The conversation kicks off with a sobering analysis of Donald Trump's trial over innumerable indictments. The panel debate whether the considerable focus on these alleged crimes, such as sending hush money to Stormy Daniels, is giving him a platform and not addressing the much more serious crimes he has committed. Will the trial help or hinder him in his election run?We then return to British politics with the arrest of Peter Murrell, former SNP chief executive and husband of Nicola Sturgeon, and the wider issue of party financing. Then the panel discusses the delays at the port of Dover and the government's dishonesty saying that Brexit played no part. Likewise, Kemi Badenoch's claim that the Pacific trade deal will be transformative for Britain, whilst figures show the real gain will be only 0.08% growth in GDP. Finally, we tackle the government's approach to group-based child exploitation that racialises the issue as predominantly a British-Pakistani issue, which is factually… not true. As one panellist exclaims, “Can we just have better politicians who are honest about what's going on!” —------------------'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.FMThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by political journalist and author David Osland, journalist and broadcaster Reem Ibrahim, and football journalist and broadcaster Nima Tavallaey Roodsari.The conversation kicks off with the panel debating lockdown three years on. Nima shares how Sweden handled the virus by not locking down and compares this to the UK, sharing insight into how the virus impacted the Swedish economy. The panel deliberates whether the lockdown was right or wrong considering the lasting social and economic effects – is hindsight a wonderful thing?The panel discusses the latest update on Starmer vs. Corbyn and speculates whether Jeremy will run as an independent candidate in the next election – did his party backstab him? Together they engage in a fascinating debate on whether true socialists in the Labour Party should split off and create a brand new party to have a chance of success in long-term electoral politics. Let's just say things got quite heated!We hope you enjoy the episode!—------------------'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.FMThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by Labour councillor, Freddie Bailey, journalist and GB News presenter, Emily Carver, and political commentators and broadcasters, Lee Harris and Narinder Kaur.The conversation kicks off with the panel discussing the Partygate inquiry with Boris Johnson's appearance in front of the Privileges Committee. They reflect on what state this hearing has left Johnson's career in and descend into an argument over the very idea of lockdown, with two-panel members backing Johnson by admitting to also breaking the rules!The panel discusses Rishi Sunak's tax affairs, wealth, and inability to relate to ordinary people. Then Suella Braverman's recent trip to Rwanda and how it's been perceived, which opens a debate on the morality and practicalities of Britain's immigration policy, including the issue of understaffing in the hospitality industry. Finally, they move to international politics, discussing Xi Jinping's meeting with Vladimir Putin and the shift of world power from the United States towards China.------------------'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.FMThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by journalist and author Yasmin Alibhai-Brown, economist Vicky Pryce, political commentator Edward Hardy and Taiwan-based journalist James Chater.The conversation dives straight into the new UK budget statement and the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank. The panel speculates on whether we are on the brink of a banking crisis and what can be done to avoid potential economic consequences.The panel discusses the aftermath of Gary Lineker's suspension, debating whether the BBC yielded to political pressure from the Tories and the right-wing media and whether the public broadcaster can still be considered impartial. Yasmin shares her thoughts on the uproar against Fiona Bruce due to how she handled her assertion that Stanley Johnson was a wife-beater on Question Time.Finally, the discussion moves to across the pond, exploring the global dangers for world stability of having ‘Mini-Trump' Ron DeSantis vying for the US presidency. They also touch upon the possibility of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan. Given its significance as a semiconductor manufacturer, James explains the ramifications of an invasion on the island.—------------------'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.FMThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by Jess Barnard, Chair of Young Labour and member of Labour's NEC, Edward Hardy, UK & US political commentator and journalist, Christina Patterson, journalist, writer and broadcaster, and David C Bannerman, former Conservative MEP and Chairman of The Freedom Association.The conversation dives straight into the hottest topic of the week; the government's Illegal Immigration Bill, with David being the only panellist to strongly back the policy. The divisiveness of immigration stimulates a fascinating debate among the panel, which gradually crescendos to some explosive exchanges. They cool down in time for a discussion of Tory sensationalism regarding Sue Gray's appointment by Keir Starmer. In the wake of Boris Johnson's obscene honours list as an outgoing prime minister – including a knighthood for his father – the panel debate the honours system.—------------------'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.FMThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by Jean Monnet, Chair in European Integration at Maynooth University, political commentator John O'Brennan, Times Radio Presenter, Rosie Wright, political journalist, David Osland, and political commentator, Lee Harris.The conversation kicks off with the panel discussing “The Lockdown Files,” revealing former Health Secretary Matt Hancock's private messages with other government ministers regarding important COVID decisions. Why were they leaked to the Telegraph by political journalist Isabel Oakeshott? Is Matt Hancock right to feel betrayed? The scandal resurfaces questions within the panel on the government's handling of the pandemic. Together, they discuss the significance of the leak for the UK Covid-19 Inquiry. The panel highlight the possible motives for releasing the messages. Was it an anti-lockdown agenda? To taint Sunak's Northern Ireland success? Or just cut-throat journalism? The discussion moves on to Rishi Sunak's Windsor Framework for trade between the UK, EU and Northern Ireland, debating who benefits most from this significant post-Brexit breakthrough. —------------------'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.FMThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's ‘Deep Dive' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by author and journalist Otto English to discuss his book Fake History: Ten Great Lies and How They Shaped the World. Our conversation begins with how Britain has selectively constructed its view of Winston Churchill to the point that he is a quasi-fictional character. Otto masterfully smashes through our misconceptions about the Battle of Britain and myths about Hitler, Francis Drake, and others. Otto reflects on how ‘fake history' affects us today, as seen through Brexit, and how leaders of the Leave campaign propagated symbols of the war to represent ‘the good old days'. His arguments are heartfelt and highly compelling.  —------------------'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.wrightonthenail.fmThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by the former adviser for Jeremy Corbyn, James Schneider, former UKIP party deputy chair Suzanne Evans, journalist Ryan Capperauld, and broadcaster and political commentator Narinder Kaur.The panel discusses whether Nicola Sturgeon's resignation was caused by short-term pressures or the broader context of the faltering Scottish independence movement, and what this now means for electoral politics in Scotland. There is a heated discussion on immigration, and the lavish spending by MPs, highlighting Rishi Sunak's excessive use of private jets, which sparked a divisive debate on taxation.In this episode, we have the great benefit of having James Schneider, former adviser for Jeremy Corbyn, comment on Starmer's assault on the left of the Labour party and his former boss's disallowance to stand as a Labour candidate in the next election.—------------------'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.FMThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

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In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by journalist, writer and broadcaster Christina Patterson, political commentator Lee Harris, Conservative Home columnist Emily Carver, and Chair of Young Labour Jess Barnard. The conversation kicks off with the panel discussing Ukrainian President Zelensky's address to the British parliament. They debate whether providing tanks, fighter jets and military support to Ukraine will escalate tensions and question whether this poses the risk of it becoming a real war between NATO and Russia. They dive into Zelensky's gratitude to Boris Johnson and argue whether Boris is undermining Rishi Sunak's authority. Is Johnson's support for Zelensky helpful or careerist?The discussion moves on to Liz Truss' comeback efforts, arguing whether her fundamental plan was correct, but her execution was botched. They also explore whether she was badly treated and question if she was ever really a credible candidate. Lee Harris questions whether Liz Truss was truly responsible for crashing the UK economy, and the panel speculate on solutions to the current economic turmoil.The panel dive into the effects of Brexit on the polling and the nation's “bregret”. They question whether the Conservative Party need to align their views on Brexit and admit its failings to remain in government. They argue whether Boris is a true “brexiteer” and if his referendum success was good for Britain.Finally, the panel touches upon Lee Anderson's recent promotion to Deputy Chair of the Conservatives. They debate his ‘anti-woke' nature, including supporting the death penalty. Is this really a good move for the Tories? All this and much more debated on this week's episode!—------------------'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.FMThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by political commentator and Spectator columnist, Samantha Smith, Labour Councillor in Preston, Freddie Bailey, political commentator and Times Radio presenter, Rosie Wright, and Professor of European Politics, John O'Brennan.The conversation kicks off with the panel discussing Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab's bullying investigation after eight formal complaints were made against him. They compare this to Nadhim Zahawi's recent scandal, questioning how Rishi Sunak must handle this. They debate whether there is an effort to create doubt surrounding his premiership and if the government is crumbling. Together, they analyse Boris Johnson's behaviour during his recent trips to Kyiv and the USA, noting how it is unusual for a backbench MP to make diplomatic trips abroad. They speculate as to why Rishi Sunak has not stepped in to stop Boris' antics. Does his charisma allow him to bend the rules in ways that no other former Prime Minister has?With the third anniversary of Brexit, the panel explores the current state of the UK economy and highlights whether the pandemic, Russia's invasion of Ukraine or Brexit have caused the country's economic issues. Together they dive into the different avenues the Conservative government could take to make the most out of Brexit – do they need to confront the truth?All this and much more debated on this week's episode!—-----------------'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.fmCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by broadcaster and political commentator, Narinder Kaur, broadcaster and journalist, Charlie Bayliss, football journalist and host of The Italian Football Podcast, Nima Tavallaey Roodsari, and UK & US political commentator and journalist, Edward Hardy.The conversation kicks off with the panel discussing Boris Johnson's recent visit to Ukraine's capital Kyiv to meet President Zelensky. They debate his intentions, comparing his antics to Donald Trump's. Why is Boris pretending to be Prime Minister? They argue about the justifications for this war – is the negotiating table the only place for this war to end?The discussion moves on to Zahawi's tax affairs; the panel considers how well Rishi Sunak is handling the scandal after the Head of HMRC said it was “not an innocent error”. They question whether a blind eye is being turned on criminal activity in parliament and the level of corruption within the Conservative Party – are serious changes to the vetting process urgently needed?The panel talks through Sajid Javid's calls for patients to pay for GP appointments and A&E visits. They look at the US paid-for healthcare system, which sees patients wanting to leave the hospital as soon as possible as they cannot afford the fees, and speculate the different avenues of how a paid system could work in the UK.All this and much more debated on this week's episode!—------------------'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.FMThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by former UKIP deputy chair, Suzanne Evans, political commentator, Narinder Kaur, and author and journalist, David Osland.The conversation kicks off with the panel discussing their ideas on how the Conservatives could try and win the next General Election and what they could be doing to prevent a Labour landslide. The panel  dive deep into potential policy ideas but collectively agree that there probably isn't enough time to turn things around. They debate disunity in the Tory Party and the public's readiness for change after 13 years of successive Conservative governments. Together, they question the impact of Brexit and disagree about the consequences of the referendum  and its effect on the British economy seven years on.The panel explore the state of the Metropolitan Police and whether the police force poses a danger to women, agreeing that institutional misogyny goes far beyond what has unfolded. They wrap up the discussion by sharing their thoughts on Jeremy Clarkson's latest offensive comments and his subsequent rumoured cancellation by Amazon. Did he deserve it, or did he have it coming?All this and much more debated on this week's Wright on the Nail!—-----------------'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.fmCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by Spectator columnist and political commentator, Samantha Smith, and former London Assembly Member and political activist, Murad Qureshi.The conversation kicks off the panel discussing the mayhem in Brazil, with Bolsonaro supporters storming Congress, comparing this to the January 6th US Capitol attack. They debate whether these tactics are a threat to democracy and whether or not voting systems are improved by technology.They compare the UK's “archaic” electoral voting system to the rest of the world and debate whether introducing technology would encourage young people to vote.The panel then discusses the rumours of Boris Johnson's return to Number 10. They question whether the Conservative Party and its members would welcome his return to Downing Street, and speculate on whether the Tories need a technocrat rather than a charismatic leader to keep their seats in the next general election.Together, they discuss Prince Harry's latest memoir ‘Spare' and debate whether he is a threat to the constitutional monarchy. They touch upon the shocking allegations and speculate on why they have been made so publicly. Finally, they chew over his comments on his time in Afghanistan – is alienating himself from a group of people that showed continued support?All this and much more debated on this week's episode!----------------------'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.fmCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comThis podcast is published by New Thinking: www.newthinking.com Explore New Thinking podcasts via our website: www.newthinking.com/podcasts

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by Podcaster, Writer, and Broadcaster Jemma Forte, Former MEP and Ex-Southampton FC Chairman Rupert Lowe, and Labour Preston Councillor Freddie Bailey. The conversation kicks off with the panel debating the Conservative Party's status under Rishi Sunak's leadership – is it time for the Tories to call a general election? They touch upon Sunak's speech and his five goals for 2023 and question how he will achieve this without outlining a clear plan. Are we in need of fresh ideas?The panel discusses the current NHS crisis and debate whether privatising the NHS could help it. They chew over the cuts and underfunding, ultimately causing its downfall, and speculate different avenues to restore the NHS. They discuss the funding cuts to Adult Social Care and question whether investing in this could help reduce waiting times. Together they touch upon the current rise of Covid cases in China and the steps other countries are taking to avoid another wave. They question whether the UK government is potentially repeating mistakes made in 2020 and speculate the chances of another lockdown in 2023. All this and much more debated on this week's episode!----------------------------------------------------------------------------------'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at  www.wrightonthenail.fmCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com

This week, host Chris Wright joins political commentator, Supertanskiii and podcast host, Marina Purkiss, to discuss this year's biggest scandals and news stories – ultimately deciding which high-profile figures have been naughty or nice.The conversation kicks off with the panel discussing the year of Boris Johnson and Liz Truss – who caused the most damage in the least amount of time? They touch upon Boris' scandalous premiership, which came to an end in July. Did he pave the way for someone like Liz Truss to cause so much chaos? The panel question who will be most comfortable eating their Christmas turkey – Starmer or Sunak? They touch upon Keir Starmer's ability to turn around the Labour Party and create a solid opposition to the Conservatives. They discuss how Sunak has inherited a sinking ship and the challenges he is currently facing with the number of strikes happening all around the country.Together, they touch upon the conflict between Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and the Royal Family after the release of their latest Netflix docuseries ‘Harry & Meghan' – does it tell only one side of the story?All this and much more debated on this week's Wright on the Nail!'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.fmCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by writer and broadcaster, Christina Patterson, founder of Scientists4EU and presenter of Byline TV, Dr Mike Galsworthy, and broadcaster and journalist, Dan Hodges.The conversation kicks off with the panel debating the need for the House of Lords following the latest updates of Baroness Mone's PPE scandal – is it outdated, or is there a viable alternative? They argue the pros and cons of the institution and debate Gordon Brown's suggestion of a regional elected chamber which may curb dominating it with access to people who are able to donate large sums of money.Together, they discuss Matt Hancock's role in awarding PPE sourcing contracts during his time as Health Secretary, especially his nomination of his local pub landlord, who was awarded a PPE contract despite his evident lack of experience. They share their stances on the prospect of a public inquiry into COVID PPE contracts.The panel talk through the announcements of Matt Hancock and Sajid Javid stepping down at the next election, predicting that a lot more Conservative MPs are likely to follow suit. Are they genuinely changing careers, or are they simply afraid of losing their seats? They touch upon the three former prime ministers who have announced that they will re-stand in the next election.All this and much more debated on this week's Wright on the Nail!'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.fmCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by former London Assembly Member and political activist, Murad Qureshi, journalist and political commentator, Emma Burnell, and football journalist and broadcaster, Nima Tavallaey Roodsari.The conversation kicks off with the panel debating whether corruption is rife in FIFA following its awarding of the world cup to  Qatar. They compare this to Russia 2018 and Germany 2006. The panel touches upon the fan culture and atmosphere on the ground in Qatar, debating if the World Cup being held during the winter has taken away from the togetherness and community feeling that has become ingrained in football.Together, they discuss Qatar's alcohol ban, comparing it to the UK's Sporting Events Act. 1985, which prevents alcohol consumption in the stands. Chief Constable Mark Roberts, the National Police Chiefs' Council lead for football policing, called the review of this law “madness,” sparking debate about the cultural ties between the sport and alcohol.They debate the immigrant labour used to build the World Cup stadium and the poor working conditions they were subject to. They chew over workers' treatment in Qatar and argue whether this is an opportunity to raise awareness of the issue on a global scale. This allowed for a greater debate regarding broader political issues in Qatar – should FIFA deal with these issues by making them conditions of hosting? All this and much more debated on this week's Wright on the Nail!'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at  www.wrightonthenail.fmCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by political commentator, Marina Purkiss, author and ecosocialist organiser James Schneider, Green Party politician Larry Sanders, and political commentator Andrea Hodgkinson.The conversation kicks off with the panel discussing the leak of a Swiss-model Brexit deal and debating the motivation for leaking the possibility of pursuing this type of trade agreement with the EU. They look at the Labour Party's current stance on Brexit – are they moving towards anti-migrant politics? They question Keir Starmer's tactics and insistence on staying as bland as possible to appeal to more voters.The panel discussed the winter of discontent in the UK, with upcoming strike action in the health, travel, and mail industries. They question the effectiveness of the government's plans to boost the economy – could this be the end to the Conservative's 12-year run in Number 10?The panel touched upon the updates on Baroness Michelle Mone's PPE corruption scandal that resulted in the Tory peer receiving £29m from a company she helped to secure a large government contract. They reviewed the scope of fraud and corruption and the consequences for the Baroness. All this and much more debated on this week's Wright on the Nail!'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at  www.wrightonthenail.fmCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by political commentator, Tan Smith – also known as Supertanskiii, former MEP for the Brexit Party, Baroness Claire Fox, and UK and US political commentator, Edward Hardy.The conversation kicks off with the panel discussing the Autumn Statement, debating the windfall tax, and comparing whether this budget mirrors what Labour would've announced. They debate how the budget could support “middle earners” during the current cost of living crisis, touching on the public's perception of the announcements. They discuss what the Conservative party currently stands for and reflect on why Boris Johnson supporters claim to be politically homeless. They debate the effects of Brexit on the current crisis and question why the government has not addressed this.The panel touches on Trump's announcement that he will run for President again in 2024 – does he have a chance of winning? Together, they question if Trump was backed into a corner when announcing his plans and look at the current sections of the GOP supporting him. They debate potential Democrat candidates that could successfully run against Trump.All this and much more debated on this week's Wright on the Nail!'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.fmCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com

This week is our ‘Special Guest' episode, where host Chris Wright brings you intimate one-to-one interviews with key people in media, business, politics, and beyond. In this episode, Chris is joined by Ron Fair, the Grammy award-winning record producer, songwriter, and A&R executive.This conversation kicks off with Ron discussing his early career in England, with Chris Wright taking the young Ron under his wing and helping him sign some of the best 80s bands who went on to produce some of the biggest tracks. Ron delves into the story behind his discovery of ‘Go West,' and shares that they had been passed on four times for being too similar to Wham! He touches upon the moment he first heard the band's demo and decided to sign them, and describes the irony of Go West's success in the UK after being snubbed by UK record labels and eventually signed by him – an American.Ron describes the moment that he first met Christina Aguilera when she was just 16 years old. He explains how other producers had turned down her demo; Ron describes how one song caught his attention which then led to the singer shooting to number one and Ron becoming the executive producer of her first five albums.The conversation then moves on to the Grammy award-winning musical group ‘Black Eyed Peas.' Ron touches upon producing the group's debut single, “Where is the Love?” with Justin Timberlake and will.i.am, and reveals that it was written in 20 minutes. He goes on to discuss how the Black Eyed Peas were shot into stardom after being the opening act on Christina Aguilera's and Justin Timberlake's “The Justified & Stripped Tour”. He explains the group not being advertised as the opening act actually worked in their favour.All this and much more in this week's Wright on the Nail!'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.wrightonthenail.fm

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright talks with David Prescott, former political adviser, journalist and founder of Larkin PR, Ali Milani, political activist and former Labour Party candidate against Boris Johnson, and Emily Carver, columnist for Conservative Home.The conversation starts with the guests discussing Suella Braverman's resignation for breaching the Ministerial Code by sharing information from her personal email address. They debate whether Suella was fired over the breach or because of a falling out with Liz Truss.The panel discusses the possible reasons why Suella has been reappointed as Home Secretary, following the reveal of multiple breaches of the Ministerial Code – is it because she will be tough on immigration? Did Rishi Sunak agree to reappoint Suella as Home Secretary in a deal so he could become Prime Minister?The panel touches on Rishi Sunak's snub of the upcoming COP27 and debates about who should be attending the summit. They also discuss King Charles' own climate reception, bringing together over 200 international business leaders, decision-makers and NGOs – organised to facilitate discussion of sustainable growth and continued efforts to tackle climate change. Together, they predict the likelihood of Rishi Sunak making a u-turn on his snub and attending COP27 afterall.Finally, the panel discusses the reports that Russian spies hacked Liz Truss' phone – is our cyber security up to scratch in this country?All this and much more are debated on this week's Wright on the Nail!'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.wrightonthenail.fmCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com

In this week's ‘Deep Dive' episode, host Chris Wright and his guests discuss the current state of British rugby – the problems it's facing and the recent demise of two of the Premier League teams, Wasps and Worcester Warriors. In this episode, Chris sits down with the former CEO of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club and RFU and the Chairman of Premiership Rugby, Ian Ritchie, Wasps legend and former chairman, Mark Rigby, and rugby writer for The Times, Sunday Times and RugbyPass, Chris Jones.The conversation begins with the panel discussing the recent announcement of Wasps RFC's administration, making 167 players and staff redundant and becoming the Premiership's second club to go into administration in 21 days. Together, they talk about the game's structural problems, the club's different financial issues and the impact of Covid-19.The panel then dives into investment in players and the club by wealthy benefactors and questions whether stricter tests should be implemented to ensure that they are fit and proper to take over a club. They also chew over player costs and investments into star players as a strategy to increase revenue.The discussion then moves on to other rugby threats, including concussions and early-onset dementia. The panel debates whether injuries should be expected due to the contact nature of this sport and touches on how the sports teams can look after their players. Together, the panel discusses what governing body World Rugby could do to help reduce the likelihood of head injuries and concussions.All this and much more in this week's Wright on the Nail!'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.comSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.wrightonthenail.fm

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright talks with Ben Smoke, commissioning editor of HUCK magazine, Murad Qureshi, former London Assembly Member, and Samantha Smith, Columnist for the Spectator and the Daily Mail.The conversation starts with the panel discussing the shocking announcement of Liz Truss' resignation – was this necessary? Together, they debate the Prime Minister's record-breakingly short time in Downing Street. The panel questioned why the Conservative Party membership and Conservative MPs had turned their back so quickly on Liz Truss after voting for her during the leadership contest. Will MPs vote to have a snap election?The panel discusses the possibility of the Conservative Party splitting, is the Labour party only ahead in the polls because the Tories are so far behind? Together, they also debate whether a general election would be beneficial to the economy during this period of unrest.Finally, the panel predict the potential candidates for the second leadership contest of the year and speculate whether Boris Johnson could return to Number 10. All this and much more are debated on this week's Wright on the Nail!'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.fmCreated & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright talks with James Meadway, Director of Progressive Economy Forum, Freddie Bailey, Labour Councillor in Preston, and Leilani Dowding, Social Commentator.The conversation starts with the panel discussing the overall state of the economy; they debate where it has gone wrong and whether this government is capable of setting it right considering global factors in addition to the political choices made which led to market turmoil. The panel dived into discussing Liz Truss, her ruthlessness and failures, and the fact that cabinet members were already pitching to replace her. The panel tries to articulate what Conservative values are and debate whether their policies are in sync with the needs of the British public, considering attempts to reclassify cannabis as a class A drug and the attacks on immigration. The panel then moves on to debate whether the problems facing the UK economy are any worse than other countries and conclude that over a decade of Conservative economic mismanagement has plunged the UK's economy into deeper problems than other countries.  Finally, the panel predicts that Labour will likely win the next election and that this Conservative government is widely out of touch with the British public right now. All this and much more are debated on this week's Wright on the Nail!Created & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.fm

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright talks with Suzanne Evans, Former UKIP Party Deputy Chair, Tom Peters, Head of Advocacy at Tax Justice UK, and David Osland, Political Journalist.The conversation starts with the panel discussing the overall vibe of the Conservative party conference and sharing their opinions on Liz Truss' performance. They debate whether her promises of significant tax cuts for the wealthy affected her popularity with the membership. They describe the party's current state and how it seems divided - is this the beginning of the end for the Tory government? The panel then moves on to debate the recent u-turn on scrapping the 45p top rate of tax, and they analyse the effects of Liz Truss' tax cut pledges on the economy and the financial markets – is the Prime Minister alienating the public?The panel shared their opinions on which party would win the next election and debated the possibility of Labour winning the next general election. Will Labour's typical timid approach be enough to secure their lead?Finally, the panel discusses the Prime Minister advising King Charles not to attend COP27 – an international climate change summit next month, despite the monarch's longstanding involvement in environmental advocacy. They debate how this reflects on the government's net zero targets and whether the monarch should be removed from politics.All this and much more are debated on this week's Wright on the Nail!Created & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.fm

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by journalist, writer & broadcaster, Christina Patterson, broadcaster, journalist and novelist, Jemma Forte, broadcaster and political commentator, Paul Duddridge, and member of parliament for Ochil & South Perthshire and SNP Shadow Culture Secretary, John Nicolson.The conversation kicks off with the panel discussing how Liz Truss came across during Queen Elizabeth's II funeral and comparing this to how Boris Johnson came across during his speech in the Commons. Has this historical event benefitted Liz Truss by taking the focus away from the government handover? The discussion moves on to debate whether or not the Archbishop of Canterbury referred to Boris Johnson during his sermon.The panel considers why Joe Biden cancelled his meeting with Liz Truss. They debate the possibilities of a UK-US trade deal and reflect on the relationships between the US, the UK and the EU. Would the UK and the US have a trade deal without Brexit?Finally, they discuss Liz Truss' government policies and compare them to the previous Conservative party manifesto. All this and much more debated on this week's Wright on the Nail!Created & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' performed by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell / Billy BremnerRock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.fm

In this week's 'News Roundtable' episode, host Chris Wright is joined by Marina Purkiss, political commentator, Ashok Kumar, academic and author, and Dominique Samuels, broadcaster. The conversation kicks off with the panel sharing their reactions to the announcement of the new Prime Minister, Liz Truss. They discuss their thoughts on whether she can deliver on her new promises of creating an economic boom in the country by reducing taxes — will this work? The discussion moves on to analyse Liz's first ever PMQs and her new cabinet. They agree that there seems to be a different tone across the government and question how this will pan out compared to Johnson's government and Keir Starmer's Labour party. Together, the panel debate the idea of green fracking and whether this is possible and if it is a solution to the energy crisis. Is fracking a red herring? They argue alternatives to solve the energy crisis and question why Liz Truss is not investing in solar and wind energy. The panel discusses the idea of energy rationing and debates if drastic measures should be taken.Finally, they discuss the status of the Great British Pound. Will the decrease in its value prompt investment and boost the economy?Will Liz Truss be leading the Conservatives into the next general election?All this and much more debated on this week's Wright on the Nail!Created & produced by Podcast Partners: www.podcastpartners.com'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner. © Fridens liljor/Micke Finell.Rock around the clock productions AB.www.rockaroundtheclock.coSign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at www.wrightonthenail.fm

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1 Tess 5:23-24; Fil 4:6-9 Alla söker frid, genom Jesus finner vi djup, uthållig och evig frid. Överlåt dig till honom idag, få del av den frid han vill ge och låt honom påbörja eller fortsätta sitt helgelseverk i dig.

Natten till den 4 juni 1989 förvandlas Peking till ett blodbad. I en massaker mot den egna befolkningen krossar det styrande kommunistpartiet en spirande dröm om demokrati i Kina. Stridsvagnar forcerar varje hinder och med skarpladdade vapen skjuter sig armén genom folkmassor, fram till Himmelska fridens torg. Där befinner sig tusentals studenter. Dessförinnan har proteserna kommit att engagera folk över hela Kina. Bara i Peking får demonstrationerna miljontals människor att bege sig ut på gatorna. Hur många som dödades när revolten slogs ner har i alla år förblivit okänt. Men en vanlig uppskattning är att det rör sig om tusentals. Över trettio år senare är massakern nedtystad i Kina. Censuren sätter stopp för all diskussion om händelsen. Medverkande: Lei Wang ögonvittne. Lärare i Peking 1989 och granne med torget. Zhou Fengsuo ögonvittne. En av de sista studenterna att lämna torget den 4 juni. Peter Kadhammar journalist på Aftonbladet, då Expressen. Var på plats och blev ögonvittne. Staffan Sonning journalist Sveriges Radio. Var på plats. En dokumentär av: Therese Rosenvinge. Producent: Lars Truedson / Tredje Statsmakten Media. Exekutiv producent: Erik Hedtjärn. År: 2020

Fredrik LignellGoda nyheterhttps://www.ryttargardskyrkan.se/app/undervisning/goda-nyheter-del-5-ar631Apg 2:22-24, 29–36Gud träder in i världen genom Jesus, och han kommer för att rädda. Gud skänker sitt bästa när Jesus kommer till jorden. Gud, som är kärlek, sänder sin älskade son till sin älskade värld. Vad kan gå fel? Jesus skändas på värsta tänkbara sätt, och när Han ger upp andan, fastspikad på det romerska korset är det en ohygglig sak som händer. Skaparen av allt, alltings början, alltings mål, Guds Logos, Guds son, född och inte skapad, evighetens kung, Fridens furste ger naken och förnedrad upp andan på ett romerskt kors i utkanten av Jerusalem. Det är en så avgörande och dramatisk händelse i världshistorien att hela skapelsen, en gång skapad genom Guds Ord, Sonen, skälver. Solen förmörkas och jorden rister i sina grundvalar. v 23 Genom hela berättelsen om Jesus är han initiativtagaren. Han botar, befriar och skapar mat och vin och är väldigt aktiv. Tills det drar ihop sig. Han lämnar sig själv i mänsklighetens händer, och gör inget som helst motstånd. Han har lämnats ut. v 24 Så småningom uppstår han från de döda, och Petrus påstår att det är för att döden inte hade möjlighet att behålla honom. Han hörde inte hemma i dödsriket. När Jesus lämnar graven är han den förstfödde från de döda. Paulus påstår några år senare, att Gud bevisar sin kärlek en gång för alla genom att Jesus dör för världen och för alla oss syndare (Rom 5). En annan sida av Jesu död har med maktfördelningen att göra. Jesus har uppstått, och nu sitter Sonen på Faderns högra sida med såren i behåll. Han är ingen andevarelse, utan sitter där med sin kropp. Han är närvarande på jorden eftersom Anden är given och församlingen finns. Men han är också frånvarande. En dag kommer han åter. Petrus avslutar sin predikan med att utbrista:v 36 Gud har gjort honom till Herre och Messias, denne Jesus som ni har korsfäst. Vad lägger Petrus och åhörarna i begreppet Herre och Messias? Han är den som, genom att lägga ner sitt liv och betjäna världen i kärlek, gör alla härskare och makter till åtlöje. Han har vridit vapnen ur deras händer. Segern är vunnen, och de goda nyheterna handlar om att detta förändrar spelplanen för allt och alla. ”Paulus åker inte runt i Romarriket för att berätta om sina personliga och mystiska upplevelser. Han proklamerar att historiens avgörande vändpunkt har skett och att människor därför behöver vända om och ta del av denna nya möjlighet.” (Roland Spjuth i Om Gud och allt annat)Att tro på Jesus blir därför att ställa sitt liv i ljuset av de här händelserna. Gud har gripit in i historien genom Jesus Kristus. Kärleken är bevisad, maktförhållandena är klargjorda och hoppet är ett faktum. För samtal:Vad innebär berättelsen om Jesu lidande, död, uppståndelse och himmelsfärd för dig personligen? På vilket sätt hjälper den berättelsen dig med ditt hopp, din tro, din syn på dig själv? Vad är det i berättelsen om Jesus som gör detta till goda nyheter?Tror ni denna berättelse skulle kunna hjälpa andra människor? Vad tror du hindrar dig från att berätta och dem från att förstå den?

Känns dina tankar ibland som en spelplan där du inte har kontroll? Ja ibland är det som att fienden leker med våra tankar för att få oss att må dåligt. Vad gör man när det känns så? Och hur mycket av våra tankar kan vi kontrollera? Vad är felaktiga tankar och vad är rätt tankar? Allt detta och lite till benar vi ut i dagens podd. Jag ger även tips utifrån egna erfarenheter hur jag själv brukar göra när jag vill stänga ute tankar som jag inte vill tänka. Låt oss ta emot fridens tankar från Gud! // Rom 12:2 "Och anpassa er inte efter den här världen, utan låt er förvandlas genom förnyelsen av ert sinne så att ni kan pröva vad som är Guds vilja: det som är gott och fullkomligt och behagar honom."

När den kinesiska regimen bestämmer sig för att skingra demonstranterna på Himmelska fridens torg sker det hårt. Omvärlden chockas av våldet som man ännu idag inte vet hur många det drabbade. Men mitt i kaoset står en man ensam kvar mot maktens brutalitet. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jesus uppenbarar sig för lärjungarna på uppståndelsedagen med orden: "Frid vare med er!" Han är Fridsfursten. Som förebedjare är vi kallade att förmedla den friden genom våra böner. Den Helige Ande ber genom oss för människor att de ska försonas med Gud. Joh 20:19-23 och 2 Kor 5:19-20 Välkommen till “Azusa Street 2020” tio dagar av bön på Gärdebygården i Dalarna! Se https://www.sverige714.se/post/gardebyg%C3%A5rden Vi uppmanar församlingar och bönegrupper att samlas till bön varje kväll 21-30 maj och en bönenatt på Pingstaftonen. Läs mer om #50dagarsbön här: https://bit.ly/2XtSP8y Du kan läsa Frank Bartlemans bok "Huru pingstelden föll i Los Angeles" på svenska här http://bibeltemplet.net/pingstelden.html Du kan också skaffa den på norska här https://webshop.kristenforsamling.no/ Bli en del av #Sverige714, en bedjande gräsrotsrörelse, fristående från SKR och påvens inflytande, som ropar till Gud för Sveriges räddning utifrån löftet i 2 Krönikeboken 7.14. 1. ÖVERLÅT dig till att be minst 7 minuter om dagen för Sverige. Alla kan ta 7 minuter till att be. Du kan sedan utöka den tiden allteftersom ditt böneliv växer. 2. ANMÄL dig på http://sverige714.se Du kommer då att få aktuella böneämnen, uppmuntrande rapporter, undervisning, mm. 3. GÅ IGENOM en böneskola på fyra lektioner ”Hur du kan få ett starkt personligt böneliv”. Ladda ner böneskolan gratis som ljudfil samt studiebok på http://sverige714.se *** PRENUMERERA YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/LarsEnarson?sub_confirmation=1 *** ITUNES PODD: https://itunes.apple.com/se/podcast/lars-enarson-podcast/id1351844371? *** GÅ MED I SVERIGE 7:14 http://sverige714.se *** GRATIS BÖNESKOLA: https://sverige714.se/boneskola *** STÖD OSS SWISH 070-551 6965 BG 609-2316 TWI Skandinavien __ #50dagarsbön

Predikan från gudstjänsten den 10 maj 2020.

Hör hela avsnittet här: https://www.svegot.se/2020/04/30/sverige-vaknar-30-april-2020/

Denna svaga tvåplus-podcast firar ett års existens med att utplåna densamma. Tack till alla som har varit med oss och lyssnat det gångna året. Må ni aldrig sluta dra fram ett sportquiz eller två med era nära och kära! Fridens liljor.

Nystartad Malmöpodd, gästar gör min gode vän och före detta rumskamrat Johan Hambring! Vad fan vet vi om Astrid Lindgren? Hur fräsch var Per Oscarsson egentligen? Vad gör gladiator-Nova nuförtiden? Och hur gick det till när Mac Demarco snusade på scen under sitt senaste gig i Sverige? Detta och mycket mer berör vi i denna episod. Fridens liljor!

För trettio år sen kulminerade protesterna på Himmelska Fridens Torg i Peking till en massaker där ett stort antal människor dödades av pansarförsedda arméstyrkor. Aftonbladets krönikör Pernilla Ericsson har skrivit en ledare om detta och reder ut vad det var som egentligen hände för trettio år sen.

Vem bestämmer vilka ord som ska anses vara ålderdomliga och vad är det som gör att vissa ord dör? Henrik Rosenkvist berättar om ord på hospis. Veckans språkfrågor Varifrån kommer ordet kallprat? När anses ett ord vara utdött? Och vem bestämmer vilka ord som anses vara ålderdomliga? Vad betyder egentligen ordet ty och hur ska det användas? Används kälta i betydelsen tjata idag och är det dialektalt? Varifrån kommer uttrycket Fridens liljor som kan avsluta ett brev eller mejl? Språkvetare Henrik Rosenkvist, professor i nordiska språk. Programledare Emmy Rasper.

Hur beskriver egentligen Christian Lumbana sig själv? I det här avsnittet får du ta del av Christians nycklar till ett positivare liv, han berättar även om incidenten som fick han att inse att han nått botten. Varför är det så viktigt för Christian att vinna morgonen och vad innebär det att jobba som Mental PT? Framstegskonceptet på Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/framstegskonceptet/

Predikan av Roine Åkerblom Tema: Kungen över Fridens rike harnosand.pingst.se

Ett bonusavsnitt i samma anda som de första två. Så småningom kanske vi skärper oss och levererar tunga fakta om bokbranschen, utan minsta tillstymmelse till skratt i rösterna. Under tiden smyger vi in vår kunskap när ni minst anar det. Fridens liljor!

Vad i hela fridens namn är den Svenska modellen? Alla pratar om det, ingen kan säga vad det är. Är det Saltsjöbadsavtalet? Är det allt-som-är-bra-i-Sverige?

”Och påska varar än till juli”, eller hur det nu är sången går. Tyvärr utgår den sedvanliga intervjun denna månad pga semesterrelaterade anledningar. Istället får vi lyssna till ett seminarium som Anton höll på långfredagen under ungdomskonferensen Tre Dagar i Huskvarna i påskas! Vi är tillbaka igen i full kraft i augusti. Fridens! Dela, gilla, följ, tipsa, kommentera, prenumerera! Följ oss på Twitter Gilla oss på Facebook Skriv till oss på atenochjerusalem@gmail.com

Strumpor i sandaler, favoritbrädspel, näthat, feminism givetvis & första dagar på jobbet. Med Noa Jakubowski, Daniel Beg, Eddie Lundell & Stina Qvarforth. Musiken gör Hov1. Stinas blogg hittas här: http://systrarnaq.devote.se Finns på twitter under namnen: https://twitter.com/NoaJakubowski https://twitter.com/danielbeg https://twitter.com/LundellEddie https://twitter.com/sqvarforth

Staffan Sonning, utrikeskorrespondent som bevakar London berättar om hur han på sitt första utrikesuppdrag hamnade mitt i massakern på Himmelska fridens torg och hur det påverkat honom senare i livet. Moderator: Robin Olin, P4 Världen Det här är en podd från Radiokorrespondenternas turnépremiär på Södra teatern i Stockholm 2015.

Författaren och förre kyrkoherden Sune Eriksson beger sig ut på pärlfiske. Han gör det i "livets hav" - och finner Rättvisans, Fridens, Trons pärla - och till slut den allra vackraste: Kärlekens. Maria Mells Stråkkvartett nr 1 i c-moll/essdur hör vi ett par stycken ur.