Seriously Mr Starmer, What the Lord Giveth, He Also Taketh Away!

When political progress gives with one hand and smacks you round the face with the other.Sir Keir Starmer hands the vote to 16- and 17-year-olds — a bold move that could’ve made Labour look progressive, modern, and actually in touch with the next generation. But then, in one gloriously clueless swoop, he manages to snatch defeat from the jaws of progress by refusing to even consider cannabis reform.In this 15-minute monologue dripping with sarcasm and disbelief, Sian Phillips unpacks the sheer political absurdity of recruiting new young voters, only to alienate them in the same breath. From the poison chalice of British drug policy to the delusion of “playing it safe,” this episode asks one question:Is Labour genuinely this tone-deaf, or are they scared of their own shadow?Expect vinegar, eye-rolls, and some sharp home truths about political cowardice.🎧 Welcome back to The Never-Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense — and yes, it’s still spinning.Send us a messageSupport the showThe Never-Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense is written and produced by Sian Phillips.Music by PlayDays2021, licensed royalty-free via Adobe.All opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host and any guests, and do not necessarily reflect those of any affiliated organisations.This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical, regulatory, legal, or financial advice.You can find “The Never-Ending Carousel of Cannabis Nonsense” on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music Podcasts. © 2025 Sian Phillips. All rights reserved.