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Aid Thompsin & Other Disappointments
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Aid Thompsin & Other Disappointments

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 63:19


Labour are attacking the Green Party's drugs policy and pretending they're going to sell crack and heroin to everyone. ALSO: World War 3 is almost properly kicking off. Who are the winners? Honestly who cares. Seemingly nobody in the Repb or UK Press who appear delighted to allow a nonceburger President to distract from the Epstein Files by waging chaos in the Middle East. ALSO: posh drugs are fine but poor ones are a scourge. Rich white paedophiles are okay but grooming gangs not so much. Is there anything untouched by classism? Here are some links i really hope you click: Patreon

Novara Media
ACFM Microdose: The Green Party

Novara Media

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2026 129:21


Have the Greens got what it takes to become the main political vehicle of the radical left? Following their Trip episode on Ecology, the ACFM crew take a closer look at Zack Polanski's party as it nudges past Labour in the polls. From the '60s dream of ‘steady state economics' to the anarcho-green convergence of […]

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ACFM Microdose: The Green Party

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2026 117:40


[Audio error updated! Please refresh or re-download if correct episode isn't playing.] Have the Greens got what it takes to become the main political vehicle of the radical left? Following their Trip episode on Ecology, the ACFM crew take a closer look at Zack Polanski's party as it nudges past Labour in the polls. From […]

Ralph Nader Radio Hour
The Long War on Iran

Ralph Nader Radio Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2026 70:50


Ralph welcomes sociologist and historian Behrooz Ghamari-Tabrizi to discuss the United States' war of aggression on Iran.Behrooz Ghamari-Tabrizi is an Iranian-born American historian and sociologist. He is a Research Fellow at the Center for Place, Culture, and Politics at the CUNY Graduate Center. He was the Chair of the Department of Near Eastern Studies and Director of the Sharmin and Bijan Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Iran and Persian Gulf Studies at Princeton University. He is the author of four books on different aspects and historical context of the Iranian revolution of 1979 and its aftermath.The only countries that I see that are in constant violation of international law is the United States and Israel. And frankly, I am speechless, although I'm speaking, but I am speechless—in what universe can this war be justified as self-defense? You listened to Secretary Rubio's speech in Munich where he laments 400 years of colonial rule being lost to this international law and laws of fighting wars because they want to go back to the way things were in the 18th and 19th century. This is a naked expansionist, extortionist administration here, and that's the only reason they have launched this war, and there is absolutely no justification for it.Behrooz Ghamari-TabriziFor years and years, the Israelis have been assassinating Iranian scientists. They were sabotaging Iranian industries. And actually, the Iranian government showed tremendous restraint in responding to these Israeli provocations because they didn't want to create the situation in which we find ourselves today. But then at the end of the day, calling Iran the aggressor here I think is a total ignorance of history and the context in which this war has started.Behrooz Ghamari-TabriziAll these things are not to suggest that the Iranian government in any form or shape is a democratic and just state. But the question here is about the sovereignty of the Iranian state. And the only inheritance of the revolution that has been kept throughout these forty-odd years was the question of sovereignty. Because that was one of the demands of the revolution. The question of social justice was thrown out of the window after the revolution. The question of civil liberties was thrown out of the window after the revolution. The only thing that is left is Iranian sovereignty. And according to every single intelligence study, what Iranians do outside their borders is a defensive posture. Iran does not have an expansionist agenda.Behrooz Ghamari-TabriziNews 3/6/26* Last week, Bill and Hillary Clinton testified before the House Oversight Committee on their respective relationships with financier and sexual predator, Jeffrey Epstein. Hillary Clinton, in a deposition described as contentious, maintained that she had virtually zero connections with Epstein, stating at one point “I am so tired of answering that question,” per PBS. Former President Bill Clinton meanwhile, tried to downplay his relationship with Epstein, describing it as “cordial,” and claiming that he had come to an arrangement with Epstein where the financier provided his private jet for humanitarian trips in exchange for Clinton discussing politics and economics with him. The committee pressed Clinton on this point, noting that Epstein visited the White House numerous times during Clinton's presidency and that there are photos of the two men shaking hands. Clinton told lawmakers he “did not recall those interactions.” These answers leave much to be desired.* Meanwhile, another Epstein associate occupies the Oval Office today – Donald Trump – and on February 26th the Wall Street Journal reported that the Department of Justice, under the stewardship of Attorney General Pam Bondi, has been withholding interviews with a woman who accused President Donald Trump of sexual assault back in the 1980s. As the Journal writes, the suppression of this interview “raises new questions about the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein files release and the pages that have been kept private.” The Journal adds that “Trump officials initially opposed the release of the files and then fumbled their response, including inconsistent redactions that exposed dozens of Epstein victims and initially kept some prominent men's names hidden.” However, on March 5th, POLITICO reported that the FBI has now published a trio of FBI interviews with the woman who accused the president of sexually assaulting her in collusion with Jeffrey Epstein. Trump and his allies categorically deny any wrongdoing on the part of the president, with White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt calling the allegations “completely baseless…backed by zero credible evidence, from a sadly disturbed woman who has an extensive criminal history.” This story also highlights what is sure to be the next flashpoint in this saga: on Wednesday, a House committee voted to subpoena Attorney General Pam Bondi to testify about her handling of the Epstein files.* Turning to media news, last week we covered how Paramount-Skydance, led by the Ellison family and backed by the Trump administration, outmaneuvered Netflix to close a deal acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery – including CNN. Throughout this process, many have raised the alarm that if the Ellisons were to get their hands on CNN, they would turn it over to their ideological attack dog, Bari Weiss, as they did with CBS News. Variety is now echoing those concerns, reporting that “It's expected that Weiss will have a big role in steering CNN.” Just what exactly this role will be remains to be seen, but given her tenure as editor-in-chief of CBS News, there is much cause for concern.* In related news, Variety reports Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav has filed to sell 4,004,149 shares – over $114 million worth of stock – in the company following the announcement of the sale to Paramount, including Paramount's eye-popping offer of $31 per share. Zaslav retains additional stock and options which he could cash out as the deal moves forward. Curiously, even as the Trump administration backed the Paramount buyout over the Netflix deal, the president himself continues to bank on the fiscal stability of the streaming giant, with the Hollywood Reporter documenting that Trump bought between $600,000 and $1.25 million worth of Netflix debt in January, adding to the $500,000 to $1 million in Netflix bonds that he purchased in December. This story notes that while the Netflix-Warner deal fell through, Netflix walked away with a $2.8 billion “break-up fee,” and an investment grade credit rating, unlike both WBD and Paramount.* Looking at domestic politics, this week primaries were held in Texas and North Carolina which yielded the nomination of James Talarico in Texas, beating out Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett for the Democratic nod, and the razor thin victory of incumbent Valerie Foushee over her progressive challenger Nida Allam in the Durham-Chapel Hill region. But many more primary battles lay ahead, perhaps the most interesting of which is unfolding in Maine, where the Bernie Sanders-backed veteran-turned-oysterman Graham Platner is duking it out with Chuck Schumer's preferred candidate, outgoing Governor Janet Mills. Platner, despite damaging stories, has continued to draw massive crowds and enjoys a huge polling advantage. Last week, Platner's allies, led by United Autoworkers President Shawn Fain, staged a sort of intervention with Schumer, with Fain lambasting the “shortcomings” in Democratic leaders' approach to the 2026 midterms, “particularly their failure to adequately listen to working-class voters.” Michael Monahan, a high-level official in the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, also sent a letter to the Democratic Senate Campaign Committee strongly urging the DSCC to “refrain from intervening further in [the Maine] primary.” A mid-February independent poll found Platner with a 38-point lead over Mills among likely Democratic primary voters, yet the party continues to back Mills to the hilt. This from NBC.* Our remaining stories this week concern foreign affairs. First, in South Africa, it seems the forces of the Left are looking to pool their support by entering into a political alliance. According to TimesLIVE, a prominent South African online newspaper, the country's largest standalone Left party, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has convened with the South African Communist Party (SACP) to discuss such an electoral pact. The SACP has long participated in a tripartite alliance with the African National Congress party (ANC), which has ruled South Africa since the end of Apartheid, but recently announced they would contest elections independently. The EFF and SACP emphasized that their priorities align on the “deep crises confronting South Africa: de-industrialisation, austerity-driven fiscal consolidation, collapsing energy security, mass unemployment, and extreme poverty.”* In another major political realignment, the Green Party of England and Wales is surging as the Labour Party, under the centrist leadership of Prime Minister Keir Starmer, continues to lose ground to the Nigel Farage-led far right party, Reform UK. The rise of the Green Party has been bubbling for some time, as progressive voters feel betrayed by Labour and the momentum behind Jeremy Corbyn's “Your Party” has fizzled, but the first major test occurred recently in the Labour stronghold riding of Groton and Denton in Greater Manchester. According to the BBC, this marks the first ever win for the Greens in a by-election, with 34-year-old plumber Hannah Spencer becoming the party's first ever MP in northern England. Reform ran second, with Labour dropping by 25% into third place. Moreover, Zeteo reports the Greens have leapfrogged ahead of Labour in national polling, second only to Reform and has become the single most popular party among voters under 50. For the past five months, the Greens have been led by self-described “eco-populist” Zack Polanski, and have espoused policies including giving councils the power to control rents, extending free school meals to all children, and imposing a new ‘wealth tax' on assets above £10m.* In Congress, Representative Ro Khanna has introduced the West Bank Human Rights Resolution to Condemn Israeli Settlement Expansion. This resolution is described as utilizing far more specific language to condemn “Israeli settler violence and referencing potential sanctions tools while also calling for a review of US policies that may indirectly subsidise settlement activity,” per the Middle East Eye. In part, this resolution is a response to the Israeli government's February 8th approval of “sweeping changes to land registration and civil control in Areas A and B of the West Bank, which Palestinians say breach the Oslo Accords and advance de facto annexation.” This resolution was drafted in conjunction with Cameron Kasky, the survivor of the 2018 Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting who has become a leading activist on rights for Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. In a statement upon the introduction of this resolution, Kasky wrote “this is a necessary measure for Democrats and Republicans to unite behind the upholding of international law. Democrats and Republicans can agree that U.S. taxpayer money being used to subsidize the violation of international law is an outrage.”* Our final two stories concern the U.S. attacks on Iran. First, a bizarre sequence of conflicting claims between the U.S. and Spain have left many observers puzzled. First, on March 3rd, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez addressed the Iberian nation, saying “Very often great wars start with a chain of events spiralling out of control due to miscalculations, technical failures, and unforeseen circumstances. Therefore, we must learn from history and cannot play Russian roulette with the fate of millions.” Sánchez warned of “repeating the mistakes of the past,” and drew a comparison with the invasion of Iraq, concluding his government's position is “No to war,” per CNBC. More pointedly, the Spanish government prevented two jointly operated bases in its territory from being used in the strikes on Iran. Trump responded on the 4th by vowing to cut off all trade with Madrid, saying “Spain has been terrible…We don't want anything to do with Spain.” Then, on March 5th, Karoline Leavitt told the press that “With respect to Spain, I think they heard the president's message yesterday loud and clear, and it's my understanding, over the past several hours, they've agreed to cooperate with the U.S. military.” Yet, the Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares immediately responded that “The Spanish government's position on the war in the Middle East ... and the use of our bases has not changed at all.” This also from CNBC. Trump's threat to cut off trade with Spain would be difficult to follow through on, given that the 27 nations in the European Union negotiate trade agreements collectively,* Finally, far from assuaging concerns about the attacks on Iran leading to blowback, the Hill reports that, when asked during a phone call with Time magazine about whether Americans should be worried about a potential strike on the homeland, Trump replied, “I guess.” Trump went on to say “We think about it all the time. We plan for it. But yeah…we expect some things…some people will die. When you go to war, some people will die.” Stunningly, despite Trump openly declaring that we are at war with Iran sans congressional authorization and even casually admitting Americans could be killed on home soil, the feckless Congress has voted down War Powers resolutions in the House and Senate. In the upper house, the bill introduced by Democratic Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia, failed 47-53, with Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky crossing party lines to support it while Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania crossed party lines to vote nay, per the AP. A similar measure in the House, introduced by Reps. Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie – the duo behind the Epstein Files Transparency Act and other war powers resolutions including on Venezuela – failed by a vote of 212-219. In addition to Massie, Republican Rep. Warren Davison of Ohio voted in favor of the resolution, while four House Democrats voted nay, per Axios. Again the question is presented to us, if this won't shock Congress to action, what will?This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

Coffee House Shots
Green surge: could Labour lose London?

Coffee House Shots

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 14:42


Deputy political editor James Heale and deputy editor of The House magazine Sienna Rodgers join Patrick Gibbons to discuss the challenge the Greens pose to Labour in London. James's political column this week explains how the shockwaves of the Gorton and Denton by-election have reached the capital. Could Labour's 'strongest heartland' fall to the Greens through their coalition of 'urban professionals, young Muslims and the economically disaffected'?Plus: as Sienna reveals Zack Polanski's podcast tastes – in an exclusive interview for The House's cover (out Monday) – we extend an interview to the Green Party leader to join us on Coffee House Shots.Produced by Patrick Gibbons.Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts.Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Political Thinking with Nick Robinson
'We cannot have chaos': Emily Thornberry on the law of war and Labour's struggles

Political Thinking with Nick Robinson

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 41:53


The Foreign Affairs Committee Chair on Iran, Trump's 'asteroid of awfulness' and the 'grief' she felt after being dropped by Starmer.Emily Thornberry tells Nick about how her father's career as a UN peacekeeper helped shape her commitment to the ideals of international law.She also has frank views about what her party needs to do to stem the rise of the Green Party.Senior Producer: Daniel Kraemer Producer: Flora Murray Sound: Jack Wilfan Editor: Giles Edwards

Irreverend: Faith and Current Affairs
US STRIKES Iran; Muslim-Backed Greens WIN Gorton and Denton; and Prem Games PAUSED for Ramadan Fast Breaks

Irreverend: Faith and Current Affairs

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 60:41


Church of England revs with a difference Jamie Franklin and Tom Pelham sit down to talk about this biggest stories from the week. This time:We give our condolences to the Bishop of Guildford, Andrew Watson, who died this week less than a month after his terminal cancer diagnosis.In the week's international news, the US strikes Iran killing Supreme Leader Ali Khanemei with the conflict ongoing as we record.The Gorton and Denton by-election is taken by the Muslim-backed Green Party.And Premier League games are now being halter to accommodate the breaking of Muslim players' Ramadan fasts.All that and a little bit more as ever!Email the Show with comments and questions! irreverendpod@gmail.com You make this podcast possible. Support us and get episodes early, bonus Uncollared audio podcasts, monthly epic chats between Jamie and Nick Dixon and more!On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/irreverendOn Substack - https://irreverendpod.substack.com/Buy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irreverend To make a direct donation or to get in touch with questions or comments please email irreverendpod@gmail.com!Notices:Join our Irreverend Telegram group: https://t.me/irreverendpodFollow us on Twitter: https://x.com/IrreverendPodBuy Jamie's Book THE GREAT RETURN!: https://amzn.to/4pwAH8RDaniel French Substack: https://undergroundchurch.substack.com/Jamie Franklin's "Good Things" Substack: https://jamiefranklin.substack.comIrreverend Substack: https://irreverendpod.substack.comFind me a church: https://irreverendpod.com/church-finder/Support the show

INSIDE BRIEFING with Institute for Government
International Women's Day special: The inside story of life as an MP

INSIDE BRIEFING with Institute for Government

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 34:20


What it is really like to be an MP in 2026? How unusual is the life of a politician? How does power work in parliament? And how can MPs try to have an impact from government or the opposition benches? For this special International Women's Day episode of Inside Briefing, three MPs – Conservative Karen Bradley, Labour's Beccy Cooper, and Ellie Chowns of the Green Party – head to the IfG podcast studio to explore the challenges, surprises and perhaps frustrations of life in parliament as one of the 263 female MPs (as a point of comparison there were just 27 female MPs in 1975 when International Women's Day was first recognised by the UN) sitting in Westminster today.   Presented by Dr Catherine Haddon. Featuring: Dame Karen Bradley MP – Conservative MP for Staffordshire Moorlands since 2010, a former secretary of state for Northern Ireland and at the Department of Culture, Media and Sport, and the current chair of the Home Affairs Select Committee.  Dr Ellie Chowns MP – has been the Green MP for North Herefordshire since 2024 and is the Green Party group leader in Westminster and their spokesperson on 6 different ministerial portfolios.   Dr Beccy Cooper MP – has been the Labour MP for Worthing West since 2024 and sits on the Health and Social Care Committee.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Majority Report with Sam Seder
3594 - The Iran Escalation Trap; UK Green Party's Historic Win w/ Robert Pape, Grace Blakeley

The Majority Report with Sam Seder

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 145:42


It's an Emmajority Report Thursday on The Majority Report   On today's program:   Senators Chuck Schumer and Chris Coon are signaling that they will vote for $50 billion in supplemental funding for Trump's illegal war in Iran.   Jack Reed (D-RI) says he would not vote for the War Powers resolution UNLESS it is being implemented in defense of Israel.   The president of Israel, Isaac Herzog, says that this war is different from past wars in the Middle East because this one is focused. Despite no one being able to agree on why this war is happening.   Professor Robert Pape of the Escalation Trap on Substack joins the show to discuss the tactics of regime-change operation from a historical perspective.   Grace Blakeley joins the program to discuss the Green Party's big victory last week in the UK.   Kristi Noem has been fired from DHS after a disastrous hearing before Congress.   In the Fun Half:   Some dummy from the Washington Post howls for his food by calling Bernie Sanders's proposed wealth tax as an assault on the American dream.   Governor Polis of Colorado is flirting with the idea of pardoning Tina Peters who is in prison over her efforts to overturn the 2020 elections.   Skip Bayless and his wife share their thoughts on the war in Iran, FINALLY!   all that and more   To connect and organize with your local ICE rapid response team visit ICERRT.com The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: ZOCDOC: Go to Zocdoc.com/MAJORITY and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor. #sponsored WILD GRAIN: Get $30 off your first box + free Croissants in every box. Go to Wildgrain.com/MAJORITY to start your subscription. SUNSET LAKE:  Head on over to SunsetLakeCBD.com and use the code Daylight26 to save 35% on all of their CBD Sleep Products. Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

The Rest Is Politics
509. Labour's Polanski Problem and the Student Loans Scandal (Question Time)

The Rest Is Politics

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 41:33


Does the Gorton and Denton by-election result suggest Labour has been underestimating the threat of the Green Party? Is the UK's tuition fee system less like a loan and more like a punishing graduate tax? As America retreats from the world stage under Trump, could the UK seize the moment to reassert itself as a cultural superpower? Join Alastair and Rory as they answer all these questions and more. __________ Sign up ⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ to the free TRIP newsletter. Join The Rest Is Politics Plus: Start your free trial at therestispolitics.com to unlock exclusive bonus content – including Rory and Alastair's miniseries – plus ad-free listening, early access to episodes and live show tickets, exclusive newsletters, discounted book prices, and a private chatroom on Discord. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit fuseenergy.com/politics. Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/restispolitics It's risk-free with Nord's 30 day money back guarantee ✅ __________ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@restispolitics⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠@restispolitics⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠therestispolitics@goalhanger.com⁠⁠⁠ __________ Social Producer: Emma Jackson Video Editor: James Clayden Assistant Producer: Daisy Alston-Horne Producer: Evan Green Senior Producer: Callum Hill General Manager: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

RedFem
Episode 137: The Green Party Would Have Us Live In Hell

RedFem

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 46:28


We discuss the Green Party's by-election victory in Manchester last week, how the Greens marry support for Islam with support for woke transgender politics, and why they're likely to be the opposition government at the next General Election. Plus, the new political reality of sectarian voting, the meaning of the niqab, the paradox of multicultural vulnerability, and the middle-class slowly disappearing as part of the economic third worldification of the UK.

The Media Show
Media coverage of Middle East conflict, Green Party's by-election victory chances "missed" by journalists? Nonagenarian podcast

The Media Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 42:51


Katie Razzall hears how the conflict in the Middle East is being covered across the region with staff from the BBC Monitoring Unit. Christina Lamb, Chief Foreign Correspondent at the Sunday Times, Aaron Bastani from Novara Media and broadcaster Sir John Tusa discuss whether day to day crisis reporting is crowding out the deeper story of geopolitical realignment. We also discuss whether the were media blind spots behind the Green Party's shock win in Gorton and Denton. And Sir John Tusa returns to talk about his new podcast The Best Is Yet to Come - why he's interviewing the over 90s, and what a lifetime in broadcasting has taught him about how the media should evolve.Producer: Lisa Jenkinson Content Producer: Lucy Wai

Ep.372 - "One In, One Out" & Leaving Big Tech

"What's Good?" W/ Charlie Taylor

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 59:24


In a week where:Hillary & Bill Clinton testify in an Epstein probe by the House Oversight Committee.Green Party's Hannah Spencer wins the Gorton & Denton By-election.Pakistan declares ‘open war' on Afghanistan.Pokemon turns 30.Israel & the USA fire first at Iran, kicking off another conflict.In Life: (5:35) The "One In, One Out" migration policy between the UK & France is in full swing. So what about the people that are involved, the ones in and especially the ones out? (Article By Diane Taylor)In Politics: (19:19) It has been 10 years since "The Exit" campaign began with that dumbass red bus. So what were the initial pledges and did any of them come to pass? (Article By Lottie Elton)In Education: (30:10) A major piece of education reform for English schools has been unveiled. So what do the experts and academics think of the new implementations? (Article By Beng Huat See, Cate Carroll, Simon Edwards & Stephen Gorard)Lastly, in Tech: (42:34) I think we should all be making an effort to separate ourselves from Big Tech. So here's some alternatives that we could all move to. (Article By Steve Rose)Thank you for listening! If you want to contribute to the show, whether it be sending me questions or voicing your opinion in any way, peep the contact links below and I'll respond accordingly. Let me know "What's Good?"Rate & ReviewE-Mail: the5thelelmentpub@gmail.comTwitter & IG: @The5thElementUKWebsite: https://the5thelement.co.ukPhotography: https://www.crt.photographyIntro Music - "Too Much" By VanillaInterlude - "Charismatic" By NappyHighChillHop MusicOther Podcasts Under The 5EPN:Diggin' In The Digits5EPN RadioBlack Women Watch...In Search of SauceThe Beauty Of Independence

De Balie Spreekt
The dark side of European solar panels in North-Africa

De Balie Spreekt

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 86:51


Europe wants to become independent from fossil fuels and is feverishly searching for new sources of green energy. This quest is leading not only to wind farms and solar panels within the EU, but also to major investments beyond European borders, such as in North Africa.Yet behind the promise of green progress lies a shadow side. How sustainable is an energy policy that depends on countries where human rights are under pressure and that can hardly meet their own energy needs? And how does the local population actually view the EU's role? Could this be a new form of neocolonialism? In conversation with investigative journalist at Follow The Money and author Ties Gijzel, writer, researcher and former correspondent Africa Daaf Borren, director Africa In Motion and founder Equal Trade Alliance Max Koffi and Fatima zahra Tichoua. Fatima zahra Tichoua is a Moroccan environmental advocate and member of the Political Bureau of the Green Party of Morocco. She also serves as a member of the Climate and Biodiversity Committee within the Moroccan Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development. Currently, she is working as a Project Coordinator at the Climate Action Network Arab World (CANAW), in collaboration with Climate Action Network International (CAN-I). Her work focuses on advancing climate justice, biodiversity protection, and sustainable development across the MENA region.Programmamaker: Eloïse KasiusModerator: Katarina SchulIn samenwerking met: International Foundation GroenlinksMogelijk gemaakt door: VfondsZie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Most memorable journeys
#235 - Oz Karahan - More Than Politics: A Journey Toward a United Cyprus

Most memorable journeys

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 38:05


In this thought-provoking and insightful episode, I sit down with Oz Karahan, political activist, journalist, and founder and leader of the Union of Cypriots, a movement dedicated to the reunification of Cyprus and the promotion of a shared Cypriot identity.Oz Karahan has long been a passionate voice for peace, dialogue, and cooperation on the island. Through his activism and journalism, he has worked tirelessly to challenge division and encourage a future built on unity, equality, and mutual respect between all Cypriots.He is also a parliamentary candidate for the Green Party in the upcoming elections in Cyprus this May, bringing his vision for environmental responsibility, social justice, and political reform into the national conversation.In our conversation, we explore:His personal journey into political activism and journalismThe founding and mission of the Union of CypriotsHis vision for a reunited CyprusThe importance of civic engagement and political awarenessEnvironmental and social priorities for the future of the islandThe challenges and hopes surrounding the upcoming electionsWhy dialogue, cooperation, and understanding remain essentialOz speaks candidly about the realities of political life, the complexities of identity in Cyprus, and his commitment to building bridges across communities. His perspective offers listeners a deeper understanding of the island beyond headlines and politics, revealing the human stories and aspirations behind the public discourse.This episode is an invitation to listen, reflect, and consider how active citizenship, open conversation, and courage can shape a better future.About Oz KarahanOz Karahan is a Turkish Cypriot political activist, journalist, and founder and leader of the Union of Cypriots. Known for his advocacy for reunification, social justice, and environmental responsibility, he continues to work toward a more united and sustainable future for Cyprus. He is currently a parliamentary candidate for the Green Party in the upcoming national elections.Listen nowA conversation about identity, responsibility, and the courage to stand for what you believe in, because every meaningful journey also includes the journey toward a better society.

Mark and Pete
The Green Party: Dirty Tricks in Politics

Mark and Pete

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 8:29


Mark & Pete examine the recent Green Party by-election victory and the allegations of cheating that have followed. When a party built on moral language, environmental responsibility, and political reform faces claims of rule-breaking, the questions go far deeper than one local result.Did the Green Party win fairly? What evidence has emerged regarding alleged electoral irregularities? And what does this controversy reveal about the current state of UK politics?We break down the by-election result, the reported voting concerns, and why democratic integrity matters more than partisan loyalty. This isn't about left versus right. It's about trust, transparency, and whether political movements can live up to the ethical standards they publicly demand of others.From ballot handling procedures to broader questions about election oversight, we explore how fragile public confidence becomes when rules appear optional. If the evidence stands, what consequences should follow? And if it doesn't, what damage has already been done?Beyond the headlines, we consider a deeper issue: can environmental activism maintain credibility without moral consistency? The Bible speaks bluntly about “dishonest scales.” What might that ancient principle say about modern by-elections?If you care about UK democracy, electoral law, political accountability, and the intersection of faith and public life, this episode offers thoughtful analysis without hysteria.Subscribe for weekly Christian commentary on politics, culture, economics, and moral clarity — delivered with reasoned argument and dry British humour.Keywords:Green Party by-election, Green Party cheating allegations, UK by-election results, election fraud UK, electoral integrity Britain, political accountability, British politics analysis, Christian political commentary, Mark and Pete podcast, democracy and trust, ballot irregularities UK, Proverbs dishonest scales, faith and politics UK

Culture, Power and Politics » Podcast

Alan and Jem discuss the implication of the Green Party’s historic win in last week’s Gorton and Denton by-election. We cover the meaning of Manchester, making Britain normal and the ordinary charisma of new Green MP Hannah Spencer. Finally we ask – what are the strategic implications for the Labour left and the broader, multi-party […]

95bFM
The Wire w/ Manny: 4 March 2026

95bFM

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026


This week on the Wednesday Wire... For our weekly catchup w/ the Green Party, Manny spoke with MP Ricardo Menéndez March about the war in Iran and Pay equity. We then spoke to Professor Felicity Goodyear-Smith from the Department of General Practice and Primary Healthcare, about the crisis in primary care and what can be done to support GP's. And after that, we'll share with you part of a series of interviews we did with festival organisers looking to understand why so many were struggling at this current time and how the government overlooked these grassroots local event organisers.

Times Daily World Briefing
How Starmer's Iran response alienates everybody

Times Daily World Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 31:26


We take you inside the Iran discussions in Number 10. What do they reveal about Keir Starmer's thinking and about Labour's electoral predicament?And as polling suggests that two parties with 2% of MPs command 44% of the vote, does Labour have a coherent argument to coax voters away from the Green Party and Reform UK? Steven Swinford, political editor, The TimesPatrick Maguire, chief political commentator, The TimesProducer: Euan DawtreyExecutive producer: Molly GuinnessPicture credit: Getty ImagesEmail us: thestateofit@thetimes.co.ukThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hudson Mohawk Magazine
Hundreds Protest US attacks on Iran in Albany

Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 11:58


On Saturday February 28, the US and Israel began bombing Iran, resulting in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as well as killing several hundred citizens, including over 100 at a girl's school. The attacks came a day after the Trump administration reported that Iran had shown surprising flexibility in negotiations over its nuclear program. Iran has launched missile attacks against Israel and the numerous American bases in neighboring Middle East countries. Congressional Democratic leaders, who helped delay a vote on a War Powers Act until after the attacks, have primarily complained about the process used to launch the war and the lack of clear goals and reasons for the assault. Widespread protests against the US military actions have broken out across the country and globally. Several hundred gathered on Sunday in Townsend Park in Albnay. We hear from Tom Ellis and Eyad Alkurabi of the Palestinian Rights Committee, the lead sponsors of the event. We also hear from Peter LaVenia of the Green Party and Ricky from the Party for Socialism and Liberation.

PoliticsJOE Podcast
Gorton and Denton goes Green

PoliticsJOE Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 35:34


Seán, Ava, and Andy unpack what Hannah Spencer and the Green Party's victory in the Gorton and Denton by-election means for British politics, as well as the attack lines Reform have been putting out since Matt Goodwin's loss.Subscribe to How to Rebuild Britain now: https://linktr.ee/howtorebuildbritain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Smart 7
US and Israel launch strikes on Iran sparking chaos in the Middle East, Green party celebrate by-election victory, and the winners from the BRITS and the Actor Awards

The Smart 7

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 7:30


The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO, that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…With over 20 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we've won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awardsIf you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following:https://x.com/i/status/2027880524648239519https://x.com/i/status/2027823408713502967 https://x.com/i/status/2028108284842967231 https://x.com/i/status/2028213832380826047 https://x.com/i/status/2028057244428861615 https://youtu.be/AZrIG0e1CBk https://x.com/i/status/2028188257087885821 https://youtu.be/KZQob-PlQTU https://x.com/i/status/2028302435769348321 Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.com or find out more at www.metro.co.uk Voiced by Jamie East, using AI, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Echo Chamber Podcast
Beyond Hope and Into Action with Prof Richard Murphy

The Echo Chamber Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026


Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack Editors Note: This podcast was recorded shortly before the Green Party won the UK by-election Prof Richard Murphy is one of the best commentators and analysts of the UK's politics, economy and societal challenges. His own blog and output reaches millions of people every month. Which makes the fact that he is a tortoise shack regular all the more remarkable. We love having him and this is him at his frank speaking (Starmer, Polanski, SNP etc) best. Note: Richard also discusses his diagnosis with Autism as an older person and how that affects (even more) his views on the UK government's “changes” on special needs education. Palestinian phot journalist, Eman Mohammed joined us on the latest podcast out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-151378526 Support the Ionad Hind Rajab here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/ionad-hind-rajab-150782129

The Jon Gaunt Show
IS STARMER A COWARD ON IRAN? IS POLANSKI A DANGEROUS FOOL?

The Jon Gaunt Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2026 54:45


IS STARMER A COWARD ON IRAN? IS POLANSKI A DANGEROUS FOOL?  #KeirStarmer #ZackPolanski #IranCrisis #UKPolitics #JonGaunt #JonGauntTV #Live #Trump  Keir Starmer refuses to fully back tougher action on Iran — but is this caution… or cowardice? After a brutal by-election blow and the rise of Green Party leader Zack Polanski, is Labour now paralysed by fear of losing even more ground?  Jon Gaunt asks the questions others won't. Is Starmer putting electoral survival before strong leadership on the world stage? Is Britain going soft at a dangerous moment in the Middle East? And is Zack Polanski offering bold alternatives — or playing a reckless political game?  With tensions rising over Iran and UK politics shifting fast after the by-election shock, this is a no-holds-barred debate on leadership, foreign policy and the future of British politics.  

Cheques & Balances
Chlöe Swarbrick: Wealth Tax, Housing & New Zealand's Broken Economy | Episode 451

Cheques & Balances

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2026 51:03


New Zealand works harder than ever - so why does it feel like we're falling behind?In this episode, we sit down with Chlöe Swarbrick, co-leader of the Green Party, to unpack wealth tax, inequality, productivity, housing, KiwiSaver, capital gains, and why New Zealand's economy is stuck in a loop of speculation instead of innovation.Chlöe does not endorse any products or services provided as per Parliamentary standards.For more money tips follow us on:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The content in this podcast is the opinion of the hosts. It should not be treated as financial advice. It is important to take into consideration your own personal situation and goals before making any financial decisions.

This Week
Leader Interviews: Roderic O'Gorman of the Green Party

This Week

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2026 7:34


In the latest of our interviews with the leaders of parties in the Dáil, we're joined by Roderic O'Gorman, leader of the Green Party.

The Independent Republic of Mike Graham

Talk Breakfast was dominated by reaction to the Gorton and Denton by-election, where the Green Party was declared the winner. The show also covered reports that Ian Huntley was given just a five per cent chance of survival after being attacked in prison, and the first wave of so-called “Boriswave” migrants becoming eligible for permanent settlement and benefits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Make it Plain
Bafta's N-word spectacle, Reform lose and Neo-colonial education with Wandia Njoya

Make it Plain

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 72:40


Reflecting on the flooding of the timeline with Bafta's N-word coverage Kehinde opens by saying that we've missed the point. We focus on the spectacle and not the real issue. Of course the BBC shouldn't have aired the N-word and the Bafta's should have showed more care... but we expect too much from a racist system.  Speaking of a racist system, Kehinde addresses the Green Party's win in the Gorton and Denton by election. Thankfully, Reform's less than mediocre White male candidate Matthew Goodwin lost out but the far right party remains a threat, particularly if they make a coalition with the next Prime Minister of the UK....Kemi Badenoch He is then joined by the Dr Wandia Njoya  is a prominent Kenyan scholar, public intellectual, and social commentator known for her critical analysis of education, culture, and politics in Africa. She is an Associate Professor of Literature at Daystar University in Kenya, where she has also served as the Head of the Department of Language and Performing Arts. Wandia holds a PhD in French from Pennsylvania State University. Her scholarly work focuses on French and African literature, film, gender issues, and the interrogation of "what it means to be human" in the modern world. Dr Njoya is one of the most vocal critics of Kenya's Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). She argues that the system prioritizes "practicality" and neoliberal productivity over genuine critical thinking and the arts. She frequently writes about decolonising the African mind and the academy, drawing inspiration from figures like Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, Thomas Sankara, and Malcolm X. Her blog, Wandia Njoya, has won multiple awards from the Bloggers Association of Kenya (BAKE) for its commentary on social issues. She is a regular contributor to The Elephant, where she publishes analyses on political elite culture, gender, and education Support Make it Plain: https://make-it-plain.org/support-us/ Join Harambee OBU https://www.blackunity.org.uk/ Find out about the Convention for Afrikan People: https://make-it-plain.org/convention-of-afrikan-people/ Written and hosted by Kehinde Andrews Produced by Kadiri Andrews Artwork by Assata Andrews

PoliticsJOE Podcast
Can anyone stop the Green Party's surge? Rachel Millward interview

PoliticsJOE Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 12:30


Earlier this week we spoke to Green Party co-deputy leader Rachel Millward about the party's surge in support under Zack Polanski, their prospects as the new party of the left, and the downfall of Labour under Keir Starmer.Subscribe to How to Rebuild Britain now: https://linktr.ee/howtorebuildbritain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Smart 7
The Standout 7 - More drama as the Epstein scandal unfolds, Ukraine mark 4 years since Russia's invasion and The Green Party celebrate an historic by-election victory

The Smart 7

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 18:19


The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week…With over 19 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and we've won Gold at the Signal International Podcast awardsIf you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps... Today's episode includes the following:https://x.com/i/status/2025522913470800204 https://x.com/i/status/2025987267244765226 https://x.com/i/status/2026287365401014599https://x.com/i/status/2026634740149653913https://x.com/i/status/2027058665430356434 https://www.nytimes.com/international/https://x.com/i/status/2025521994670682612https://x.com/i/status/2025957749574483984 https://x.com/i/status/2025992662176735608https://x.com/i/status/2026633645411143703 https://x.com/i/status/2026636791705387108https://x.com/i/status/2027244592526201300https://x.com/i/status/2027202419562631406https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3cU9d9ciY4 https://x.com/i/status/2025926103768928460https://x.com/i/status/2026322207593378152https://x.com/i/status/2026320720762974701https://x.com/i/status/2025403370757128653 https://x.com/i/status/2026488939981242791https://x.com/i/status/2026699679627460885 https://x.com/i/status/2027081754155135328 https://x.com/i/status/2026265056925643099 https://x.com/i/status/2025691826598846635https://x.com/i/status/2024991812822106512 Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.comVoiced by Ciara Revins, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today in Focus
Greens win Gorton and Denton: is this a turning point for UK politics? – The Latest

Today in Focus

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 11:34


The Green Party has pulled off a landmark victory in the Gordon and Denton byelection in a major blow to Keir Starmer. Hannah Spencer, a local plumber, was elected as the party's first MP in northern England, with Labour pushed into third place behind Nigel Farage's Reform UK despite having a 13,000-vote majority. Lucy Hough speaks to the Guardian's north of England correspondent Hannah Al-Othman, who lives in the constituency and was at the count overnight – watch on YouTube. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Six O'Clock News
The Green Party says its victory in the Gorton and Denton by-election is 'seismic'

Six O'Clock News

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 30:31


Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to keep fighting, after Labour finished behind the Green Party and Reform UK in the Gorton and Denton by-election. Also: The former US President, Bill Clinton, gives evidence under oath to a congressional committee, about his past links with the sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. And over fishing means mackerel stocks are running low in the seas and on the shelves.

FT Politics
Green grief for Starmer: by-election special

FT Politics

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 31:57


The Gorton and Denton by-election was supposedly a three-horse race, but on polling day the Green Party stormed to victory by a vast margin. It was a devastating defeat for Labour, which was pushed into third place behind Reform UK. Sir Keir Starmer now faces intense pressure, while his party must battle a threat from the left as well as the right. Does this historic result – the first ever by-election triumph for the Greens – signal the end of the two-party system? And where does it leave Reform?Host Lucy Fisher is joined by FT political correspondent Anna Gross, northern England correspondent Jennifer Williams, and political editor George Parker.Follow: Lucy @LOS_Fisher and @lucyfisher.ft.com; George @georgewparker; Jennifer @JenWilliams_FT; Anna @AnnaSophieGross Sign up here for Stephen Bush's morning newsletter Inside Politics for straight-talking insights into the stories that matter, plus puns and tongue (mostly) in cheek views. Get 30 days free.Political Fix is presented by Lucy Fisher. This episode was produced by Fiona Symon and Mischa Frankl-Duval. Original music and mix by Breen Turner. The executive producer is Manuela Saragosa. The FT's head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. Our email address is politicalfix@ft.comClip from BBC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Badlands Media
Badlands Daily: 2/27/26 – SOTU Optics, Clinton's Border Hypocrisy, and the Senate's Puppy Parade

Badlands Media

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 120:24


CannCon and Chris Paul break down the political theater surrounding President Trump's recent State of the Union, analyzing its optics-heavy strategy, the targeted jabs at congressional opposition, and Trump's push for tariffs to replace the federal income tax. They examine viral footage comparing Trump's 2026 immigration remarks to Bill Clinton's 1995 State of the Union, highlighting the stark reversal in Democratic positioning on border enforcement. The conversation shifts to healthcare and pharmaceutical pricing reform, with Trump's “most favored nation” prescription drug proposal and calls to codify it into law. The hosts debate the SAVE Act, mail-in voting vulnerabilities, black box machines, and whether proposed election reforms are meaningful fixes or controlled opposition. Internationally, they explore the UK's fragmented political landscape following a Green Party parliamentary win and what it signals about populist shifts abroad. Back home, they critique Senate priorities after lawmakers staged a puppy parade amid government shutdown drama. The episode closes with discussion of Citizens United, corporate influence in elections, and the $100 million Republican primary battle in Texas between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton.

The New Statesman Podcast
Historic win for the Greens

The New Statesman Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 14:12


Hannah Spencer, a plumber and Green Party councillor, is now the MP for Gorton and Denton.The party takes the seat from right under Labour, following weeks of what was seen to be a three way race with Reform.Megan Kenyon is joined by Ben Walker.SAVE £££ THIS CHRISTMAS:⭐️ Gift big ideas, bold politics, and proper journalism from just £2LISTEN AD-FREE:

Politics Weekly
No more safe seats: the Greens take Gorton and Denton

Politics Weekly

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 38:56


In a stunning setback for Labour, the Green party has decisively won the Gorton and Denton byelection, with Reform UK finishing second. Does this result signal the end of Labour's safe seats? And could it mark the beginning of the end for Keir Starmer? John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey unpack the fallout – and explore what might happen next. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod

POLITICO's Westminster Insider
Gorton and Denton by-election: Labour vs everyone else

POLITICO's Westminster Insider

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 32:22


The Green Party have won their very first by-election. Westminster Insider Host Sascha O'Sullivan goes inside the Greens' effort to win the seat, and finds out how the battle for this seat will inform the three-way fights between the Greens, Labour and Reform UK. She speaks to Hannah Spencer on the election trail – and on the night itself. And she speaks to the other candidates, Angeliki Stogia for Labour and Matt Goodwin for Reform to find out what worked – and what didn't. As Labour licks its wounds, director of the Labour Growth Group Mark McVitie talks Sascha through how the party machine have been thinking about the Greens and what needs to change. Pollster and director of More in Common Luke Tryl examines what the curious combination of voters can tell us about the future fights Labour will shake out. And deputy political editor of the Spectator James Heale explains why Reform's Matt Goodwin didn't win here in Gorton and Denton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RTÉ - Morning Ireland
Green Party wins UK by-election in blow to Starmer

RTÉ - Morning Ireland

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 4:58


George Parker, Finanical Times, discusses the Manchester by-election, and what impact the result may have on Kier Starmer.

The Two-Minute Briefing
Starmer on the brink: What Greens' extremist victory means for Britain

The Two-Minute Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 42:09


A resounding win for the Green Party in the Gorton and Denton by-election looks set to cause seismic consequences, with Labour MPs once again questioning Keir Starmer's leadership.Camilla and Tim ask whether the PM should have allowed Andy Burnham to stand and if Labour's disastrous third-place result will speed up an Angela Rayner coronation.They also assess allegations of electoral fraud in the constituency, with reports of “family voting”, and assess Reform's performance. With Matt Goodwin finishing second with a near 30 per cent vote share, there are reasons to be very optimistic for Nigel Farage.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorProducers: Lilian FawcettSenior Producer: John CadiganExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanVideo Producer: Will WaltersStudio Operator: Meghan SearleSocial Producer: Nada AggourEditor: Camilla Tominey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Fourcast
How Zack Polanksi threatens Keir Starmer AND Nigel Farage

The Fourcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 44:24


'Something massive is happening.' The words of the Green Party's new MP Hannah Spencer after her decisive win in the Gorton and Denton by-election. Is she right? Labour came a distant third and neither the Conservatives nor the Liberal Democrats managed to get even two percent of the vote. Arguably none of that was unexpected. But Reform UK, up until now seen as the populist insurgents ready to replace the mainstream parties, fell short by over 4000 votes. Not nearly the knife-edge result predicted. So is Nigel Farage in danger of running out of steam after diluting his party with Tory defectors? Could the Greens offer white working class voters a left alternative to kick the establishment? And is Labour going to have to move left, whether to take on the Green threat or their unhappy backbenchers?On this episode of the Fourcast, Krishnan Guru-Murthy speaks to Zack Polanski after his win, and is joined by the ex-Tory now Reform commentator Tim Montgomerie, Sam White, who is a former Chief of Staff to Keir Starmer, and Natalie Bennett, one of two Greens peers in the House of Lords.

TyskySour
Greens THRASH Labour and Reform In HISTORIC By-Election Win

TyskySour

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 72:41


Green Party candidate Hannah Spencer has won the Gorton and Denton by-election by more than 4000 votes, with Labour coming in third behind Reform. Plus: Why the mainstream media are repeating claims of “sectarian campaigning” and “family voting”. With Michael Walker & Aaron Bastani.

The Independent Republic of Mike Graham
Greens Win Gorton & Denton

The Independent Republic of Mike Graham

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 63:42


The Jeremy Kyle Breakfast Show was dominated by the political shockwave from the Gorton and Denton by election, where Green Party candidate Hannah Catherine Spencer was declared the new MP in a historic upset. In what had long been considered safe Labour territory, Labour slumped to third place, Reform UK were beaten by more than 4,000 votes and the Conservatives picked up just 1.9 percent. Jeremy described it as a political earthquake for Sir Keir Starmer, with pressure mounting on Labour's leadership as voters delivered a dramatic verdict in Greater Manchester.Reform's David Bull told Talk the party would report the claims of 'family voting' to the police. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RTÉ - News at One Podcast
Jolt delivered to the British Political system by the Green Party's victory in a Manchester By- Election

RTÉ - News at One Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 7:00


How To Win An Election
How Labour's By-Election Hammering Damages Starmer

How To Win An Election

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 38:12


The Green Party crushes Labour at the Gorton and Denton by-election, knocking Keir Starmer's party into third place in one of their safest seats.The political masterminds discuss whether the prime minister can find a new strategy to survive, whether the Green Party can replicate the victory across the country, and what the fracturing of the traditional two-party system means for the next General Election.Send your questions, comments and voicenotes to howtowin@thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BYLINE TIMES PODCAST
Greens Gatecrash Gorton and Denton

BYLINE TIMES PODCAST

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 32:42


The Green Party pulled off a stunning victory in the Gorton and Denton by-election, deposing Labour who trailed in third place, with Reform UK 2nd. Adrian Goldberg discusses the result with Byline Times political editor Adam Bienkov. Produced by Adrian Goldberg in Birmingham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Jon Gaunt Show
UK's Gone MAD! — LIVE Green Party Clowns Deportation Lies & Tourette's

The Jon Gaunt Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 62:09


UK's Gone MAD! — LIVE Green Party Clowns Deportation Lies & Tourette's  #UKPolitics #GreenParty #HannahSpencer #ReformUK #MattGoodwin #JohnDavidson #Tourettes #JonGauntTV  Jon Gaunt says that the UK has gone mad! Green Party dancing in the street! Are they already on drugs! Labour and Starmer lying about illegal migrant numbers, do they think we are mad!? A man with Tourettes being attacked by the BE KIND Brigade. MADNESS PERSONIFIED!  Join in at six as Jon pulls his hair out! UK politics, Green Party, clowns, deportation lies, Tourette's, free speech, political madness, UK news, live commentary, Jon Gaunt TV  #UKPolitics #GreenParty #Clowns #DeportationLies #Tourettes #FreeSpeech #UKNews #LiveShow #JonGauntTV This is political blogging and hard-hitting social commentary from Triple Sony Gold Award-winning talk radio legend, Jon Gaunt — former host on BBC, Talk Radio, and Sky News. On Jon Gaunt TV, we cut through the noise and say what others won't. No political correctness. No censorship. Just real conversations that matter.

Today in Focus
On the ground in the byelection that could end Starmer

Today in Focus

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 37:52


Reform and the Greens both insist they can win the Greater Manchester seat of Gorton and Denton from Labour – and if they do, it could be another nail in the prime minister's coffin. Helen Pidd reports on how the candidates and voters are feeling. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

TRASHFUTURE
Look Binward, Angel

TRASHFUTURE

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 59:23


An upcoming by-election in Gorton and Denton has the British political class confronting, and failing to learn from, the fact that at some point someone has to govern. In a war of bins versus posts, they've decided to go all-out with posting, firing up the Anti-Corbyn Machine against Zack Polanski and failing to grasp why the Green Party might actually appeal to voters. And in order to understand this, we've assembled Riley, Hussein, and November to cut through the noise. We also discuss a new podcast entitled The Rest Is Prison, which hardly needs to be explained! Get more TF episodes each week by subscribing to our Patreon here! TF Merch is still available here! *MILO ALERT* Check out Milo's tour dates here: https://www.miloedwards.co.uk/liveshows Trashfuture are: Riley (@raaleh), Milo (@Milo_Edwards), Hussein (@HKesvani), Nate (@inthesedeserts), and November (@postoctobrist)

James O'Brien - The Whole Show
Why the Green Party are so popular

James O'Brien - The Whole Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 147:01


This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's live, daily show on LBC Radio. To join the conversation call: 0345 60 60 973

Chapo Trap House
1013 - Your Podcast feat. Jonathan Shainin (2/23/26)

Chapo Trap House

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 100:42


Jonathan Shainin returns to Chapo after ten years to talk about what the hell is going on in the United Kingdom. We talk about Keir Starmer's and Labour collapse, his wildly unpopular policies and austerity regime, the rise of the Green Party, and Jeremy Corbyn's bizarre Our Party. We then talk about Shainin's new magazine Equator and their pieces on the end of liberal Zionism and the Long 90s. Check out Equator: https://www.equator.org/ Few tickets left for our April 3rd live show at the Palace Theater in LA: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0900643BE404F182