12: Matt Goodwin is a Loser

With Andy Burnham out for the count - blocked by Keir Starmer and his allies from running to be Gorton and Denton's next MP - Joe, Jonas and Shanice grapple with the dynamics at play in this upcoming, historic by-election that could change the face of British electoral politics. Can the Greens really beat Reform in the North? Are Labour out of the race? And most importantly, why is Reform's candidate Matt Goodwin such an incorrigible loser?ReadingA Very British Coup - Chris MullenThe Gorton and Denton by-election: a tale of two Manchesters? - Rob FordMatt Goodwin and the Politics of Resentment - James BloodworthHow to Block ICE in Your City - Eric BlancSupportHelp make Life of the Party happen. Donate at lifeoftheparty.uk/supportCREDITSHosted by Shanice McBean, Jonas Marvin and Joe Todd.Edited by Marcus Berdaut⁠⁠⁠⁠.Design by Rachel Carr / rachelcarr.co.ukMusic by Benjamin Tissot / 9INTLNTLWTYTDKVNAfter Hours Music by Marcus P / MADSQ4HJPOYFTZ1TBecome a supporter: patreon.com/LifeofthePartyFollow us on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠This is an Ampersounds production.⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.