Bedste Pints Politics-podcasts (2024)

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 25 - Racism rears its ugly head in the United Kingdom, but how racist is Britain?, furlough scheme ends and £20-a-week cut from Universal Credit, and COVID-19 restrictions ... 37:52

3+ y ago37:52

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Jonny talks about racism in the UK after the recent abuse of Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka. There is also discussion on the £20-a-week cut to the Universal Credit system. Island Meet And Greet by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/6641-island-meet-and-greet License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 24 Part 2 - Big cancel culture discussion, the myths, the areas of concern and the legitimacy behind some form of cancelling, and a look at Donald Trump's controversial comments ... 59:36

3+ y ago59:36

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Part 2 of Jonny and Gus' extravagant political discussion. A big chat on cancel culture is followed by a look at Donald Trump's bizarre antics of the past week. Island Meet And Greet by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/6641-island-meet-and-greet License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 24 - Freedom day confirmed for July 19, masks become mandatory, nightclubs open, social distancing scrapped, scientists worry of 100,000 daily coronavirus (and variant) cases ... 51:36

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Jonny and Gus break their big discussion into two parts. Part two is coming later in the week. Big Topic: Freedom day confirmed for July 19, meaning coronavirus restrictions are being (mostly) axed. Other topics: Rishi Sunak wants to raise pension by 8% but faces opposition, Universal Credit £20-per-week uplift and furlough scheme to be scrapped, C…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 23 - Big overview of Matt Hancock debacle, Boris Johnson and Sajid Javid want to remove all coronavirus restrictions, booster jabs prepped for pandemic response, Gavin Williamson ... 1:11:16

3+ y ago1:11:16

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Jonny and Gus come in with a bumper episode that has to negate the usual US section. Big Topic: Matt Hancock debacle unpacked. Where does this leave the legitimacy of the UK Government? Other Topics: Booster jabs prepped for the Autumn and the Winter, Gavin Williamson wants a ban on mobiles in schools, Boris Johnson and Sajid Javid want quick end t…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 22 - Double vaccine people can avoid holiday quarantine?, Russia and Britain ship fiasco, One Britain One Nation song fiasco, Brexit five-year anniversary and Joe Biden wants ... 36:55

3+ y ago36:55

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Jonny's doing another solo-run after Adam's short-notice absence. The pod was recorded just before the Matt Hancock announcement! Big topic: Green list announcement and possibility for double-vaccinated people to skip quarantine! Other topics: Russia ship fiasco, bizarre One Britain One Nation song, John Bercow defects to Labour, and its now five y…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 21 - Freedom delay until July 19 after Delta variant surge, compulsory vaccines for carers, Matt Hancock called "f*cking hopeless" by Boris Johnson, Australia trade deal worry ... 1:05:23

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Jonny welcomesAdam back after a two-week hiatus! Big Topic: Freedom day of June 21 pushed back to July 19, following Delta variant surge! Other Topics: Australia trade deal, compulsory vaccines for those who work in care-homes, and Dominic Cummings reveals Boris Johnson's thoughts on Matt Hancock! Debate: GB News: Good, bad or dangerous? US Politic…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 20 - Big analysis on taking the knee on the football field (Is it political?; Is BLM a Marxist organisation?; Should fans boo?), UK Government to back-track on June 21 freedom ... 1:23:32

3+ y ago1:23:32

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APOLOGIES FOR INITIALLY UPLOADING EPISODE 18 AGAIN! Jonny and Gus bring you a whole host of content! Big Topic: June 21 opening under threat as Covid-19 variants rise. Other Topics: Corporation tax slashed to 15% for big tech firms in UK, Tories slammed for cutting price of education plans, and Northern Ireland remain unhappy with their position in…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 19 - Boris Johnson remains on the fence with impact of Indian variant, Johnson makes billionaire a Lord and Conservatives receive hefty £500,000 reward, Portugal on the amber ... 34:01

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Jonny goes all James O'Brien with a podcast dedicated to his own thoughts on the week's politics! Bit Topic: Boris Johnson cannot answer whether or not restrictions will be lifted on June 21! Other topics: Peter Cruddas gives Tories £500,000 after becoming a Lord, Portugal on the Amber List, Sir Keir Starmer came across well on Piers Morgan's Life …

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 18 - Dominic Cummings outburst, the rise of the Indian variant, Eurovision controversy, Priti Patel's immigration strategy, Sasha Johnson attack, a year since the death of ... 1:02:30

3+ y ago1:02:30

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Jonny and Adam react to the behemoth of a bean spiller that was Dominic Cummings' outburst. Other topics: A tepid warning to avoid travelling to areas such as Bolton and Leicester, because of the Indian variant, Priti Patel makes a digital immigration system and BLM activist Sasha Johnson was shot in the head. America: One year on from George Floyd…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 17 - Indian variant, pubs, cinemas and football stadiums now open, rail nationalisation, Palestine vs Israel and an enquiry into the capital riots 58:12

3+ y ago58:12

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Jonny is joined by Gus with Adam stranded at the pub! Big topic: The UK came under attack from the Indian variant! Other news: Pubs, cinemas and stadiums open in the next stage of Boris Johnson's roadmap! Debate: Is the media discussion into the Israeli-Palestine violence too one-sided? America: Joe Biden quiet on Israel, capital riot probe gets th…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 16 - Local Election results, delight for Welsh Labour and SNP, disappointing outlook for Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer, voter ID, inquest into pandemic handling in 2022, building ... 56:45

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Jonny and Adam bring you the latest stories, with a bit of humour where appropriate! Big topic: Conservatives celebrate a strong set of results in the May elections. Other news: Investigation of government's handling of the virus in 2021 and the introduction of voter IDs in elections. Debate: How do Labour frame an electable campaign, post-Covid? A…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 15 - Local election news, Labour disappointment, and war over Jersey 47:55

3+ y ago47:55

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Jonny and Adam have a shortened show, as a result of Jonny's faltering WiFi, but still have to time to broadly discuss the ongoing election results across Britain. They also discuss: - France and England battling over Jersey - Why the Conservatives are thriving - How to frame an Election-winning plan Island Meet And Greet by Kevin MacLeod Link: htt…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 14 - Boris Johnson's under fire ("let bodies pile up" and house renovation), COVID crisis hits India, 40m Brits in COVID-free zones, LGBTQ+ education and progressive education ... 1:02:45

3+ y ago1:02:45

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Jonny and Adam go back to the usual formula for this week's political overview. Big topic: Boris Johnson comes under scrutiny for "let bodies pile up" comment and lack of clarity on his housing expenses. Other news: Cladding scandal continues, India in virus meltdown and Sir Keir Starmer's clash with a landlord. Debate: How should we make our educa…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 13 - England says no to European Super League, Derek Chauvin found unanimously guilty of George Floyd murder, Joe Biden leads the environmental push, and Boris Johnson's texts ... 58:32

3+ y ago58:32

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Jonny and Adam break this week's episode into four key segments. - Football: England fights back against the European Super League plan. - Racism: Derek Chauvin found guilty for the murder of George Floyd. Stephen Lawrence memorial day hit by unnecessary critics. - Environment: Joe Biden makes a bold new ambition on the green front. Boris Johnson b…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 12 - Prince Phillip dies, beer gardens and hairdressers are packed, David Cameron's lobbying scandal, Joe Biden pulls troops from Afghanistan and more police brutality in the ... 54:44

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Jonny and Adam return for the usual format. Big Topic: Prince Phillip passed away, aged 99. Other news: Boris Johnson says lockdowns have been more effective than vaccines. British Culture Feature: Lobbying Debate: Is the David Cameron lobbying scandal really so shocking? America: Joe Biden pulls troops from Afghanistan but more police brutality in…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 11 - Beer gardens and hairdressers are about to open, COVID passports become closer to reality, May Elections, Sir Keir Starmer's Labour, America's big vaccine push and another ... 1:01:33

3+ y ago1:01:33

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Jonny is back with Adam, and Adam takes a turn in introducing the pod! Big topic: Beer gardens and hairdressers are the next step of Britain's lockdown exit. Other news: COVID passports and social distancing for a year? British culture feature: May Elections. Debate: Is Sir Keir Starmer doing enough as Labour leader? America: Joe Biden's vaccine pu…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 10 - The return of amateur sports, Boris Johnson's affair, COVID passports, racism report, Police vs Protestors, George Floyd trial and Joe Biden's $2.3tn plan 1:09:54

3+ y ago1:09:54

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Jonny is joined by his former flatmate, Gus, with Adam absent. Big topic: Britain gets to the next phase of Boris Johnson's roadmap. Other news: Boris Johnson's affair, COVID passports and the institutional racism report. British culture feature: Scotland Yard Debate: Protestors vs Police: Who is to Blame? America: George Floyd trial and Joe Biden'…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 9 - Police controversy, vaccine setback, freedom of speech, and Joe Biden vs Vladimir Putin 1:05:54

3+ y ago1:05:54

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Jonny and Adam bring you their latest thoughts on political news. The Big Topic: Police interference at the Sarah Everard vigil. Other News: April vaccine shortage and the plain-clothed police officers. UK Culture Feature: Freedom of speech Debate: Are we more or less likely to lose freedom of speech in Brexit Britain? America: Joe Biden verbally a…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 8 - Royal Family Special and a look at the #NotAllMen controversy 1:06:50

3+ y ago1:06:50

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Jonny and Adam abandon the usual formula to have a big discussion on the Harry and Megan interview. There is also discussion on the #NotAllMen controversy, amid the horrific death of Sarah Everard. DISCLAIMER: This podcast has been carefully edited to minimise the discussion on Sarah Everard, who was confirmed to have been killed shortly after this…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 7 - Rishi Sunak's budget, vaccination numbers, SvS: Sturgeon vs Salmond, Royal Family, Harry and Megan, Joe Biden's airstrike and a cheeky wedding request 59:02

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Jonny and Adam discuss all things politics in the UK, with humour where appropriate. - Big Topic: Rishi Sunak unveiled his new budget. - Other News: Britain's vaccine rollout continues to go well but the SNP is still in chaos. - British Culture: The Royal Family. - Debate: Are Harry and Meghan in the right? - America: Joe Biden attacks Syria. We fi…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 6 - Boris Johnson's official roadmap, Britain's bid for Euro 2020, Matt Hancock breaks the law, SNP controversy, devolution, America's vaccine struggles and Baarack the sheep ... 1:00:59

3+ y ago1:00:59

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Jonny and Adam discuss all things politics in the UK, with humour where appropriate. - Big Topic: Boris Johnson's roadmap and his hopes to land the European Football Championships. - Other News: Matt Hancock and Nicola Sturgeon are embroiled in controversy. - British Culture: The SNP. - Debate: Is Devolution a good thing? - America: Weather halts v…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 5 - Roadmaps out of lockdown, Boris Johnson compares himself to OJ, the Conservative Party, Sir Keir Starmer's leadership, Donald Trump acquitted and space haggis! 1:03:22

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Jonny and Adam discuss all things politics in the UK, with humour where appropriate. - Big Topic: Newspapers talk about possible roadmaps out of lockdown. - Other News: Boris Johnson compared himself to OJ Simpson! - British Culture: The Conservative Party. - Debate: Coronavirus competencies: Is Sir Keir Starmer the right leader for Labour? - Ameri…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 4 - Boris Johnson talks roadmaps, Matt Hancock threatens ten-year prison sentences, the BBC, coronavirus compulsories, Donald Trump's trial, Jackie Weaver and the 'Cat Lawyer ... 58:02

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Jonny and Adam discuss all things politics in the UK, with humour where appropriate. - Big Topic: Boris Johnson talks about roadmaps. - Other News: Matt Hancock's ten-year prison threat and Hancock's NHS reboot. - British Culture: The BBC. - Debate: Coronavirus competencies: masks, vaccines and lockdowns. - America: Updates on the trial of Donald T…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 3 - RIP Captain Sir Tom Moore, 10 million vaccinations, NHS, mental health, and Joe Biden's strong start 59:06

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Jonny and Adam discuss all things politics in the UK, with humour where appropriate. Although, as noted in the headline, there is still a lot of sadness this week. - Big Topic: Captain Sir Tom Moore sadly passes away. - Other News: 10 million vaccines and Sir Keir Starmer wants Labour to be more patriotic. - British Culture: National Health Service…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 2 - Britain surpasses 100,000 COVID-19 deaths 58:30

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Jonny and Adam discuss all things politics in the UK, with humour where appropriate. Although, as noted in the headline, many things simply aren't a laughing matter at the moment. - Big Topic: The UK hits 100,000 COVID-19 deaths - Other News: Priti Patel wanted to shut borders in March and Heathrow airport is packed - British Culture: Gammons versu…

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Pints & Politics UK: Episode 1 - Britain shuts its borders! 1:00:00

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Jonny and Adam introduce their new political podcast, aiming to be fun, funny and articulate. - The Big Topic: Britain closes its borders to quarantine-free travel. - Other News: Jacob Rees-Mogg and "British" fish, Marcus Rashford's off-the-pitch heroics and the UK's vaccination push. - British Culture: Pubs and their Covid-19 struggles. - The Big …

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Housing Crisis, Brexit & Presidential Elections | Pint of Politics Episode 4 1:04:27

6y ago1:04:27

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WE'RE BACK (again)Sorry for the absence, we've been real busy gathering info and what not.Today we take a look at some of the biggest issues facing Ireland right now, including Brexit and the housing crisis. We also cast our thoughts on an upcoming referendum you didn't know was happening, the Presidential election and the great Higgins Heist of 20…

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|| Episode 3 || Countdown to the 25th... 1:08:36

6+ y ago1:08:36

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Evan and Jordan sit down to discuss the biggest news and affairs since the last podcast. The comeback episode features lengthy debate and discussion on the upcoming 8th amendment, the smear test scandal which rocked the country, and much much more.....Af Pint of Politics

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He is coming 2:38

6+ y ago2:38

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The return of our very own Zac savage has been prophesied. Stay tuned for he is coming. Don’t forget to bring your mugs of beer because this is going to be a good one.

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A whole lot of shit and no shovel 58:32

6+ y ago58:32

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In this episode I, Noah, pick a bone with the dog. Discuss Russia’s corrupt election, people being dicks to the dead, people being shitty, and my raw and uncut thought. Hope you filthy animals enjoy.