Podcast appearances and mentions of John Power

Keir Starmer has announced his plans to ban social media for under 16s in Britain. The ban is due to come in early next year and include all main social media apps. Age-recognition and digital ID checks will be used to keep children away from social media. But when it comes to child safety, will it make a difference? And what are the unintended consequences of a ban? Michael Simmons challenges The Spectator's John Power.This episode is brought to you by Artemis Fund Managers, for more information on our fund range please click here https://www.artemisfunds.com/ . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tiga - Need You TonightBread Gang - Nicotine, AmphetaminesHercules & Love Affair - Thats Not How To Love (Luke Solomon & CPEN NRG Remix)Todd Terry, Low Steppa & Loop Da Loop- Something Goin' OnHoney Dijon - SatisfiedHot Since 82 & 2 Eivissa - Oh La La Ladeadmau5 & Kaskade - I Remember (Spekter Edit)Long Island Sound - IvoryIan O'Donovan - Beam Me UpDCLVIII OFC- The Last ShadowLaurent Garnier, Chambray - Feelin' Good

Dam Swindle ft. DJ Minx - Back To The Old SchoolKolter - Need U, Want USean Den - Move Ya BodyDekova - Deeper MomentsL.P. Rhythm - Like ThatGoldschläger, Adir Dekel - Don't DependAmmo Avenue - Down on the FloorJoshwa - Work Your BodyBasement Jaxx - Jump N' Shout (Gorgon City Extended Mix)Skream, ROKAR - RampageDerrick L. Carter - Where U At? (Where Ya At, Now?)

In this episode, we return to the world of RPG zines and speak to John Power of Wyrd Science magazine.

For this week's Edition, Lara Prendergast is joined by The Spectator's John Power, feminist campaigner Julie Bindel and former adviser to Boris Johnson – and co-host of the In The Room podcast, Cleo Watson.They explore the idea that the Strait of Hormuz, not Makerfield, will determine the fate of the current Labour government. Starmer may be facing a challenge to his authority from mayoral shapeshifter Andy Burnham, but neither the PM or the wannabe MP will be rewarded if grocery and energy prices continue to soar. How much can be done to insulate Britain from future pain? And do they trust Labour to do so?Also this week: is Wes Streeting a better option than Burnham? Julie reveals her own run-ins with the now-backbench MP but concedes that Wes may be 'the least bad option'.Plus: what can we learn from female political trailblazers of the past? Are there any merits to lists of the greatest books? And, following the release of series two of Rivals, Cleo reveals she was once asked to put together a list of the best orgasm scenes from Jilly Cooper's novels...Produced by Patrick Gibbons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this week's Edition, Lara Prendergast is joined by The Spectator's John Power, feminist campaigner Julie Bindel and former adviser to Boris Johnson – and co-host of the In The Room podcast, Cleo Watson.They explore the idea that the Strait of Hormuz, not Makerfield, will determine the fate of the current Labour government. Starmer may be facing a challenge to his authority from mayoral shapeshifter Andy Burnham, but neither the PM or the wannabe MP will be rewarded if grocery and energy prices continue to soar. How much can be done to insulate Britain from future pain? And do they trust Labour to do so?Also this week: is Wes Streeting a better option than Burnham? Julie reveals her own run-ins with the now-backbench MP but concedes that Wes may be 'the least bad option'.Plus: what can we learn from female political trailblazers of the past? Are there any merits to lists of the greatest books? And, following the release of series two of Rivals, Cleo reveals she was once asked to put together a list of the best orgasm scenes from Jilly Cooper's novels...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.

Hipp-E - Strange DazeAdam Port, SG Lewis, Keinemusik - Be The OneTMPLE - Up In DegreesGorge - VeamosMellizos & Mixmasters - My Life Is A Disco (In The Mix)Italobros - InsideAMMIL - SelectaRuff Driverz, Low Steppa - Don't StopProspa & Cloonee - Free Your Mind - EditStrath - Only YouSaison - Feel It (James Curd Extended Remix)Locklead - Moon

Belinda Carlisle - Live Your Life Be Free - EditBRLLNT - Heads Will RollKristin Velvet - Build That BeatPatrick Topping - Forget - EditPaskman - Apollo 11Freejak - La PinoANOTR - Talk To You - EditIllyus Barrientos - Peoples PRTYAndronicus - Make You Whole (Dusky Remix)Macca Markosa Ft Samantha Seth - SatisfiedHoney Dijon feat. Cor.Ece, Dave Giles II - Welcome To The MoonGianni Firmaio - KonzentrationHammer - ImpulseArt Of Trance - Madagascar (2024 Remastered Ferry Corsten Remix)

Britain has recorded the highest drug deaths in Europe. Green Party leader Zack Polanski has declared that this means the so called 'war on drugs' is not working, and favours a more liberal approach of legalisation. Michael Simmons is joined by John Power to look at the numbers and show why Polanski would likely make drug deaths rise under his policy.This episode is brought to you by Artemis Fund Managers, for more information on our fund range please click here https://www.artemisfunds.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fish Go Deep - Let the Moment HappenAsha Puthli & Say She She- Pawa (Crazy P Vocal Dub)Name ME - Let's Dance AgainFran Bortolossi, Victor Penteado - Clock TickMarco Lys, Thomas Newson, David LeSal - Hause MuzicaJamback - Positive (Will Armo Terrace Tool)Vidaloca - Ahora Si!Harry Romero - MariaThe Mekanism - The GrooveMatteo Dentone - What!Thomas Garcia - La SirenaBlackchild (ITA) - Psycho killa (re-flip)

Madonna - I Feel So FreeAMMIL - All for the LadiesBeyond Chicago - Bad JamPatrick Topping - Here We GoGreen Velvet & Harvard Bass - Lazer Beams (Alok Remix)Lee Burridge, Sunora - Bianco MontanaSainte Vie - Tres (Fahlberg Remix)BRVNOV - ContrailsSander Kleinenberg, Kintar, THEMBA (SA) - My Lexicon feat. KyozoJessy Nimni & Lucas Zarate - The Secret We Found (Original Mix)JPA - LollipopJozef K - Traces (Skatman Remix)Fran Bortolossi, Victor Penteado - Clock Tick

The Pope is 'WEAK on crime and terrible on foreign policy' – this was the verdict of the President of the United States this week, as he appeared to deepen his row with the leader of the Catholic Church. In the magazine this week, Damian Thompson reports on why the President appears to have engaged in his own Holy War with the leader of 1.3 billion Catholics around the world.For this week's Edition, host William Moore is joined by deputy editor Freddy Gray, commissioning editor Lara Brown – and the former Archbishop of Canterbury, Rowan Williams.Baron Williams, now retired from the Lords, fears there is something 'demonic' in the political culture of the United States right now, as people appear to twist Christian teaching to justify their own causes. He does admit he feels 'slightly sorry' for the US Vice President – and recent Catholic convert – J.D. Vance saying he appears to be 'floundering', following Vance's recent comments that the Pope should 'stick to morality'. Why is the President fighting with the Pope? And what reflections does Rowan have on how involved religious leaders should be in politics?Also on the episode, they discuss: the American right's obsession with the Antichrist; Rowan's new book Solidarity; the Spectator's cover story – by John Power – on the property crash of the London flat market; how the future might be vegetarian; and finally, whether foreign visitors should pay to enter British museums. Plus, what are the panel's favourite cultural attractions in London?Produced by Patrick Gibbons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Pope is 'WEAK on crime and terrible on foreign policy' – this was the verdict of the President of the United States this week, as he appeared to deepen his row with the leader of the Catholic Church. In the magazine this week, Damian Thompson reports on why the President appears to have engaged in his own Holy War with the leader of 1.3 billion Catholics around the world.For this week's Edition, host William Moore is joined by deputy editor Freddy Gray, commissioning editor Lara Brown – and the former Archbishop of Canterbury, Rowan Williams.Baron Williams, now retired from the Lords, fears there is something 'demonic' in the political culture of the United States right now, as people appear to twist Christian teaching to justify their own causes. He does admit he feels 'slightly sorry' for the US Vice President – and recent Catholic convert – J.D. Vance saying he appears to be 'floundering', following Vance's recent comments that the Pope should 'stick to morality'. Why is the President fighting with the Pope? And what reflections does Rowan have on how involved religious leaders should be in politics?Also on the episode, they discuss: the American right's obsession with the Antichrist; Rowan's new book Solidarity; the Spectator's cover story – by John Power – on the property crash of the London flat market; how the future might be vegetarian; and finally, whether foreign visitors should pay to enter British museums. Plus, what are the panel's favourite cultural attractions in London?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.

Goosey - Wrapped Up In Your LoveNick Curly - Underground (Danny P & Caleb Laurenson Extended Remix)CASSIMM - Anything And EverythingTommy Phillips - Million ThingsDi Chiara Brothers - Lost TideChanel Carmichael - DreamingClose Proximinty - Love BeyondAutoflower - Friends With BenefitsEmma B - Call The WorldHarry Romero - Feels GoodOlive F - Bangers And MashKujay Dada - Yung Hearts (Made In Ibiza Mix)

On this week's Spectator Out Loud: Catherine Ostler, the former editor of Tatler, ponders the drama of the courtroom as she travels around the Kent countryside; following the news of the ceasefire with Iran, Paul Wood says that no-one knows what Trump will do next; John Power encourages Gen Z men to go hiking; and finally, astrophysicist David Whitehouse explores the dark side of the moon. Produced and presented by Patrick Gibbons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Spectator Out Loud: Catherine Ostler, the former editor of Tatler, ponders the drama of the courtroom as she travels around the Kent countryside; following the news of the ceasefire with Iran, Paul Wood says that no-one knows what Trump will do next; John Power encourages Gen Z men to go hiking; and finally, astrophysicist David Whitehouse explores the dark side of the moon. Produced and presented 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.

ANOTR, 54 Ultra - Talk To YouMarina Maximilian, Adam Ten, Mita Gami - Million Pieces (Malive Remix)Mark Knight, Pietro, Rome Fortune - Shut It DownMF Quinn - Keep It Comin'James Pepper - Passion (Feat. KLP)Freejak X Happy Mondays - HallelujahJulio Bashmore - Battle For Middle You - EditJoshwa - Out Of My MindSolarce Brothers, Jame C - One Woman ManDaft Punk - Da Funk - EditDean Turnley - Actin' ToughPatrick Topping - Pop ThatAlter Ego - Rocker (Erol Alkan's Deaf Disco Revised)

Peanut Butter Orchestra - Crunch Time (Axel Boman Sweats-a-Lot Remix)Darius Syrossian - Accidental FringeDemuir - Mind SpeaksGisele Jackson - Love Commandments (Smudged Soul Remix)Last Rhythm - Last Rhythm - Jonathan Ulysses & Matt Moore Re-RubFreejak X Happy Mondays - HallelujahSebastian Konrad - Nothing Left To SayWuez - Blow Ya MindLocky, Mad.Again - SweatRoberto Surace - Un Gatito Como Tù

Dean Turnley - Actin' ToughHollis P Monroe - Im Lonely (Casnova Extended Dub)Curtis Jay, Filip Grönlund - This FeelingCaleb Laurenson - Beautiful ThingFranky Rizardo - ShinjukuEnzo Siragusa - Kilimanjaro Sound (Orsini Garage Dub)Andrea Appolloni - Make You SpinJon Pleased Wimmin - P.A.S.S.I.O.N (Demi Riquísimo Extended Remix)William Kiss, Luke Alessi - Ride The RhythmSam Alfred - Backwards StepJake Jeffery - Don't You Want MeJPA - Hypnotising (Caleb Jay Remix)Hammer, Lili Chan - Highland (feat. Lili Chan) [Lili Chan Kurayami Mix] (feat. Lili Chan)

John: Power Plays 3-22-26 by LifePath Church

GRDN - BilkDukwa - Disco Triumph (Austin Ato Remix)DJ T. - Bateria (Philipp Jung ReGroove)Shiv, fka.m4a - w.o.w. (feat. Shiv) ((walk on water) Hayley Zalassi Extended Remix)The Trip, Shanti Celeste - Romance (The Trip Hotline Extended Mix)Sidney Charles - Trip Advisor (Rhythm, Snare, Bass)Solarce Brothers, Jame C - One Woman ManPatrick Topping - Boom ShakalakPiem & SLM - ActivatedColin Plumb - Just A BeatLarsa - Postcards - (JPA Remix)Tiesto - Flight 643

Mr. V, Jordan Brando & Luuk Van Dijk - Jus DanceWal, Gaskin - Back UpJay de Lys - Loaded ClipzDeep Colors - Trippin'LOVEFOXY & Kyle Hall - CATCALLKiNK - CominHilit Kolet, Juliet Mendoza - Sunbed Tripper featuring Juliet MendozaChloé - Distorted Dance (Hannah Holland Remix)Marco Bailey - Sweet IronyDave Clarke - Way of LifeDK8 - Murder Was The BassMr Spring - Voyager 1.57

Sia - Breathe Me (Four Tet Remix)Hugel, SOLTO (FR) - Jamaican (Bam Bam)Andrea Oliva & Bensy - NappJPA - HypnotisingKahuun - PhoenixDeetron & Seth Troxler - Each Step (Powerhouse Mix)3 From 1 with TinlickerShelf Lives - FrissioJoe Goddard - Gabriel ft. ValentinaTinlicker - Choosing LifeQrion & Spencer Brown - MT.DSAdam Ten, Mita Gami - The Queen (303 Retouch)Nitzer Ebb - Join in the Chant (Burn!)

O Flynn - FaraMF Quinn - Keep It Comin'Georgie Porgie - Thats My DiscoCrusy x Calussa - KidsCassius feat. Cat Power Pharrell Williams - Go Up (Butch Remix)Daft Punk - Da Funk - EditLittle Fritter - Bring Dat Beat BackF-Man, Divine - Ready To HealBullet Tooth - FlavaDennis Quin - Be ThereLauren Steel - Joint EnterpriseD Stone - Banggg

Britain's Cast are enjoying quite the second chapter. The last few years have seen a creative burst that rivals, if not exceeds, their early work. The result of this is some of their best music including their latest album, Yeah Yeah Yeah produced by former guest Youth. This technicolor masterpiece sees the lads expanding their sound in ways only Youth could inspire. Plus, you might have noticed them opening many shows for the little band Oasis on their monstrous reunion tour last year. Frontman John Power shares stories about releasing one of the biggest debuts in UK rock history, the lean solo years, as well as his time in the La's and why he thinks that band's frontman Lee Mavers has stayed put all this time. Great band - great guy!  Cast – Cast Band Tour 2025 The Hustle Podcast | creating podcasts | Patreon

Fish Go Deep and Tracey K - Love's Cloth (Revisited)Caribou - Can't Do Without You (Samm Rework)Space Motion, Divolly & Markward - HablandoCrusy x Calussa - KidsAlinka - Touch The FlameJakkob - And BackDaft Punk - Da Funk - EditRiordan & Danny - 909Kristin Velvet - Change is ComingDCLVIII OFC - CountdownAMbassador - The Fade (Oliver Lieb Remix)

James Poole - The OneHarry Wills, Mikey Sebastian - Sweatbox (Enzo Siragusa Extended Remix)Josh Baker, Silva Bumpa, Paige Cavell - Feel This WayJoshwa - Out Of My MindWilliam Kiss - Talkin'Jakkob - And BackRossi. - Like A DreamLewis Taylor - I Wanted You To KnowNyra, Shanti Celeste, Chloé Caillet - B Good (Shanti Celeste Remix)Posh ! The Prince - Re-Bokk Robot (Hannah Holland Remix)Tiga - BugattiMoonchild V.O.A.T.

TEED, ANOTR - Sound of YouD Stone - The ContinueTucci - BugginStrange Neighbours - Strawberry PreserveNathan Barato, Room 303 - Stimulate (Demiur's Playboi Extended Edit)D.H.S. - House Of God (Cher Semain Extended Remix)Prunk - Something About YouTWENTY SIX & Deepswing - In The MusicWh0 - Can't StopHaskell - IceSharam Jey - 4 Da Loverz (Boris Dlugosch & Cassara Remix)Jamback - Positive

John Power from Indie icons Cast speaks to us on their new album Yeah Yeah Yeah, which is out now and shares some dates on their on going tour.Friends of the show and dynamic duo, The Happy Pear tell us all about how to live healthily in February.Join Chris and the Class Behind The Glass live from the rock n roll tower every morning from 0630! Watch all the stars live on the FREE Virgin Radio UK app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lustral, IDEMI - EverytimeSoltice Keep your family closeNichols+Roark - Empyrean (Matthew Sona Remix)Florian Kruse, Dilee D - Mother NatureNiels Van Gogh - PulverturmMoonwalk, EarthLife - ZoeVintage Culture - SpaceCarl Bee - SinfoniaAvision - Hold No GrooveMonfort - La MusiqueDemi Riquísimo - No Given Time

This week on the Rockonteurs podcast, we are back! Guy and Gary welcome John Power to the show. John talks about the new Cast album ‘Yeah, Yeah, Yeah' out on January 30th and looks back at a wonderful year last year for Cast that included the Oasis tour and 30 years of ‘All Change'.He also talks about his days in The La's and the evolution to Cast. The new album is available to preorder now here: https://shop.castband.co.uk/Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @castbandofficial @johnpowermusic @gimmesugarproductions Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteursFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockonteursTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therockonteursProduced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Produc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the Rockonteurs podcast, we are back! Guy and Gary welcome John Power to the show. John talks about the new Cast album ‘Yeah, Yeah, Yeah' out on January 30th and looks back at a wonderful year last year for Cast that included the Oasis tour and 30 years of ‘All Change'.He also talks about his days in The La's and the evolution to Cast. The new album is available to preorder now here: https://shop.castband.co.uk/Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @castbandofficial @johnpowermusic @gimmesugarproductions Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteursFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RockonteursTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therockonteursProduced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Produc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sander Kleinenberg, Kintar, THEMBA (SA),  - My Lexicon feat. Kyozo Brynov - 122 - SunseekerSamm (BE) - ImaginationSebjak, Layer J - 96H Skatman - Man In the MirrorDJ Rolando - Knights Of The Jaguar Pig Snatchers & Warren Peaty - In My HouseDemi Riquísimo, Luke Alessi - Yes Bby William Kiss, Luke Alessi - Ride The Rhythm Lewis Taylor - ReconnectionDenis Sulta - It's Only Real 2025 

Josh Baker feat. Sienna Sophia - Come CloserMaya Jane Coles vs Love Sensation - Love SensationSharam Jey - Feel NobodyDigitalism - World Wide NightThe Smiths - How Soon is Now - RemixAlphadog - House Or TechnoUgo Banchi - Big BounceArtist Unknown - Sexy DancerHidden Empire - Feel FreeFelix Da Housecat - Silver Screen (Shower Scene) (Shower Scene)Spankox, CID - To The ClubMark Broom, Riva Starr, MC GQ, Star B - House Massive (feat. MC GQ)Cakes Da Killa x Proper Villains - Don Dada (Honey Dijon & Luke Solomon's Extended Alcazar Remix)

Ezra Collective X Eliza Rose - God Gave Me Feet For Dancing (feat. Yazmin Lacey) (Eliza Rose Rosebud Remix)Fyza, Midas Field - Cool VibrationAnil Aras - Lucid DreamsKepler vs Funkaholics - SneakerDr. Bazil - Got to be LoveLarry Latenight - In The DarkroomDino Lenny - Not About The VolumeDJ Hell - Is There No Way Back?Avision - Hold No GrooveSkatman - HypnotizingJochen Simms & W33k3nd Offenderz - Everyone Likes a Bit of 303Tao Andra - Unity

MK x Alison Limerick - Where Love LivesLewis Taylor - ReconnectionFleur Shore - Bless The House feat Émilie Rachel (St. David Remix)Jazzy - Giving Me (Darius Syrossian Extended Mix)Cinthie - Won't You Take Me (Dam Swindle Remix)Max Chapman - Strung UpC&CF (CRYME & Christoph Faust) - Get UpEnzo Siragusa - Kilimanjaro SoundPartiboi69 - BodiesJay Robinson, LIINKS - Don't Need Sleep featuring LiinksDreya V - Up Front (Extended Mix - Explicit)GHSTGHSTGHST - Bad GirlMac & Groove - Open All Hours (Dub Mix)

Harry Wills & Mikey Sebastian - SweatboxL.P. Rhythm - VersatileObskür & Omar+ - SeriousKettama - It Gets Better (Chris Stussy Remix)Jamback - PositiveLouie Vega - Last Night A DJ Saved My Life feat. Anané & Tony Touch (Anane's Dub)Dam Swindle - Feel It MuchTensnake - FreeHatiras - HypnotizedTigerblind - Battery Operated (Azzecca Extended Remix)ItaloBros - MalikanMax Dean, Luke Dean, Locky - Can't Decide [RSquared Rolling Edit]

On this week's Spectator Out Loud: John Power examines the rise in drug abuse and homelessness on British streets; Madeline Grant explains the allure of Hollywood radical Sydney Sweeney; Ysenda Maxtone Graham laments the rise of the on-the-day party flake; Calvin Po warns of a war on Britain's historic architecture; and Gus Carter reads his Notes on the brasserie chain Browns.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.

John Power from the band Cast joins us for a brilliant chat about being asked by The Gallaghers to join them as their support act for their gigs this Summer.

Mark O' Rowe chats Intermission, Normal People & about his latest play Reunion, from ingrown toenails to bunions - all your feet concerns answered & John Power talks about supporting Oasis

On this week's Spectator Out Loud: John Power argues the Oxford Union has a ‘lynch-mob mindset'; Elisabeth Dampier explains why she would never date a German; Nick Carter makes the case for licensing MDMA to treat veterans with PTSD; Maggie Fergusson reviews Island at the Edge of the World: The Forgotten History of Easter Island by Mike Pitts; and, Mark Mason provides his notes on guided walks. Mark will also be hosting a guided walk for the Spectator, for tickets go to www.spectator.co.uk/events.Produced and presented by Patrick Gibbons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Spectator Out Loud: John Power argues the Oxford Union has a ‘lynch-mob mindset'; Elisabeth Dampier explains why she would never date a German; Nick Carter makes the case for licensing MDMA to treat veterans with PTSD; Maggie Fergusson reviews Island at the Edge of the World: The Forgotten History of Easter Island by Mike Pitts; and, Mark Mason provides his notes on guided walks. Mark will also be hosting a guided walk for the Spectator, for tickets go to www.spectator.co.uk/eventsProduced and presented 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.

Is the Online Safety Act protecting children – or threatening free speech? Michael Simmons hosts John Power, who writes the Spectator's cover piece this week on how the Act has inadvertently created online censorship. Implemented and defended by the current Labour government, it is actually the result of legislation passed by the Conservatives in 2023 – which Labour did not support at the time, arguing it didn't go far enough. Michael and John joined by former Conservative MP Miriam Cates who defends the core aims and principles at the heart of the Act. They debate the principles of Big Tech, the risks of government overreach and whether freedom of expression is under threat.Produced by Megan McElroy and Patrick Gibbons.Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts.Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk

Is the Online Safety Act protecting children – or threatening free speech? Michael Simmons hosts John Power, who writes the Spectator's cover piece this week on how the Act has inadvertently created online censorship. Implemented and defended by the current Labour government, it is actually the result of legislation passed by the Conservatives in 2023 – which Labour did not support at the time, arguing it didn't go far enough.Michael and John joined by former Conservative MP Miriam Cates who defends the core aims and principles at the heart of the Act. They debate the principles of Big Tech, the risks of government overreach and whether freedom of expression is under threat.Produced by Megan McElroy and Patrick Gibbons.

First: the new era of censorshipA year ago, John Power notes, the UK was consumed by race riots precipitated by online rumours about the perpetrator of the Southport atrocity. This summer, there have been protests, but ‘something is different'. With the introduction of the Online Safety Act, ‘the government is exerting far greater control over what can and can't be viewed online'. While the act ‘promises to protect minors from harmful material', he argues that it is ‘the most sweeping attempt by any liberal democracy to bring the online world under the control of the state'.Implemented and defended by the current Labour government, it is actually the result of legislation passed by the Conservatives in 2023 – which Labour did not support at the time, arguing it didn't go far enough. So how much of a danger is the Act to free speech in Britain?John joined the podcast to discuss further alongside former Conservative minister Steve Baker, MP from 2010-24, and who was one of the biggest critics of the bill within the Conservative Party at the time.Next: should we be worried about protests against migrants?This week, outside a hotel in Epping, groups amassed to protest against the migrants housed there, with counter-protestors appearing in turn. Tommy Robinson might not have appeared in the end, but the Spectator's Max Jeffrey did, concluding that the protests were ultimately ‘anticlimactic'.Nevertheless, the protests have sparked debate about the motivations of those speaking out against the migrants – are there legitimate concerns voiced by locals, or are the protests being manipulated by figures on the political fringes? And what do the protests tell us about community tensions in the UK? Max joined the podcast to discuss alongside the editor of Spiked Tom Slater.And finally: why are ‘romantasy' novels so popular?Lara Brown writes in the magazine this week about the phenomenon of the genre ‘romantasy', which mixes romance with fantasy. While ‘chick-lit' is nothing new, Lara argues that this is ‘literature taken to its lowest form', emblematic of the terminally online young people who consume it. Nevertheless, it is incredibly popular and is credited by publishers as boosting the British fiction industry to over £1 billion. To unpack the genre's popularity, Lara joined the podcast, alongside Sarah Maxwell, the founder of London's first romance-only bookshop Saucy Books, based in Notting Hill.Hosted by William Moore and Lara Prendergast.Produced by Patrick Gibbons and Megan McElroy.

First: the new era of censorship A year ago, John Power notes, the UK was consumed by race riots precipitated by online rumours about the perpetrator of the Southport atrocity. This summer, there have been protests, but ‘something is different'. With the introduction of the Online Safety Act, ‘the government is exerting far greater control over what can and can't be viewed online'. While the act ‘promises to protect minors from harmful material', he argues that it is ‘the most sweeping attempt by any liberal democracy to bring the online world under the control of the state'. Implemented and defended by the current Labour government, it is actually the result of legislation passed by the Conservatives in 2023 – which Labour did not support at the time, arguing it didn't go far enough. So how much of a danger is the Act to free speech in Britain? John joined the podcast to discuss further alongside former Conservative minister Steve Baker, MP from 2010-24, and who was one of the biggest critics of the bill within the Conservative Party at the time. Next: should we be worried about protests against migrants?  This week, outside a hotel in Epping, groups amassed to protest against the migrants housed there, with counter-protestors appearing in turn. Tommy Robinson might not have appeared in the end, but the Spectator's Max Jeffrey did, concluding that the protests were ultimately ‘anticlimactic'. Nevertheless, the protests have sparked debate about the motivations of those speaking out against the migrants – are there legitimate concerns voiced by locals, or are the protests being manipulated by figures on the political fringes? And what do the protests tell us about community tensions in the UK? Max joined the podcast to discuss alongside the editor of Spiked Tom Slater. And finally: why are ‘romantasy' novels so popular?Lara Brown writes in the magazine this week about the phenomenon of the genre ‘romantasy', which mixes romance with fantasy. While ‘chick-lit' is nothing new, Lara argues that this is ‘literature taken to its lowest form', emblematic of the terminally online young people who consume it. Nevertheless, it is incredibly popular and is credited by publishers as boosting the British fiction industry to over £1 billion. To unpack the genre's popularity, Lara joined the podcast, alongside Sarah Maxwell, the founder of London's first romance-only bookshop Saucy Books, based in Notting Hill. Hosted by William Moore and Lara Prendergast. Produced by Patrick Gibbons and Megan McElroy.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

In this episode of the XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar is joined by John Power, frontman of Cast, as the legendary Britpop band celebrates a major milestone — 30 years since the release of their iconic debut album All Change. Cast are in the strongest position they've been in for decades. Their 2023 album Love Is The Call received widespread critical acclaim and earned their highest chart position in 25 years. Now, they're preparing to support Oasis on the UK and Ireland leg of their hugely anticipated stadium reunion tour — a landmark moment for the Liverpool band. Once those stadium shows wrap, Cast will return to their roots with the 30 Years of All Change tour, performing their beloved 1995 debut album in full. Featuring timeless tracks like ‘Alright', ‘Finetime', ‘Sandstorm' and ‘Walkaway', All Change remains one of the defining records of the Britpop era. It debuted at #7, went Platinum, and spent nearly a year in the UK Top 40. In this conversation, John reflects on his transition from The La's to forming Cast, the emotional and musical impact of All Change, and what it means to still be performing with original members Liam ‘Skin' Tyson and Keith O'Neill three decades on. He also reveals exciting news about a brand new Cast single arriving soon, and shares early details of their next studio album, set for release in 2026. Listen now to Episode #232 of the XS Noize Podcast for a nostalgic and forward-looking conversation with John Power, one of British music's most enduring voices. Or listen via YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | RSS – Find The XS Noize Podcast's complete archive of episodes here. Previous XS Noize Podcast guests include legends and trailblazers such as The Farm, Gary Lightbody, John Lydon, Will Sergeant, Ocean Colour Scene, Gary Kemp, Doves, Gavin Friday, David Gray, Anton Newcombe, Peter Hook, Razorlight, Sananda Maitreya, James, Crowded House, Elbow, Cast, Kula Shaker, Shed Seven, Future Islands, Peter Frampton, Bernard Butler, Steven Wilson, Travis, New Order, The Killers, Tito Jackson, Simple Minds, The Divine Comedy, Shaun Ryder, Gary Numan, Sleaford Mods, Michael Head — and many more.

On this week's Spectator Out Loud: Sean Thomas reflects on the era of lads mags (1:07); John Power reveals those unfairly gaming the social housing system (6:15); Susie Moss reviews Ripeness by Sarah Moss (11:31); Olivia Potts explains the importance of sausage rolls (14:21); and, Rory Sutherland speaks in defence of the Trump playbook (18:09). Produced and presented by Patrick Gibbons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Spectator Out Loud: Sean Thomas reflects on the era of lads mags (1:07); John Power reveals those unfairly gaming the social housing system (6:15); Susie Moss reviews Ripeness by Sarah Moss (11:31); Olivia Potts explains the importance of sausage rolls (14:21); and, Rory Sutherland speaks in defence of the Trump playbook (18:09). Produced and presented by Patrick Gibbons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you have a famous great grandparent?Welcome back to The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X Podcast.This week someone on the team was left bumless…We had Marcus Mumford and his son Ben Lovett on the show this week to tell us all about the new Mumford and Sons album, as well as an incredibly intimate gig that's coming up in a lovely studio apartment….We also had John Power on the show to announce Cast's 30th Anniversary tour, which Chris has planned for them, and he finally confirmed how to pronounce Cast (cah-st not car-st). Oh, and they're on tour with Oasis!Then to finish it off we had the lovely Si King on the show to show off the new Hairy Bikers recipe book, with mostly Dave's favourite meals in! It also should've been a £300 coffee table book with 600 recipes, but still features Vinderloo sausage rolls and cow hubba-bubba…Chris returned with lots of laughs, so listen out for this:Another Chocolate accidentMcWobinson on a weekdayNudey Golf Enjoy!The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X