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The Memo with Kaylem Shepherd

by Social Proof Studios

The Memo with Kaylem Shepherd is a politics and culture podcast for a generation pushing for change.Kaylem speaks with the people at the centre of today’s debates activists, thinkers, and leaders to uncover the stories behind the headlines, from policy battles and social movements to the crises shaping young lives around the world.Sharp questions. Honest conversations. Insight that matters.

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Episodes

  1. Iain Dale: Have I Said Too Much?

    In this episode of The Memo, Kaylem sits down with broadcaster, author and LBC presenter Iain Dale for one of his most personal conversations to date.Best known as one of Britain's most recognisable political voices, Iain has spent decades interviewing prime ministers, challenging the powerful…

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  2. George Abaraonye - Childhood, Charlie Kirk & The Controversy (Part 1)

    In this episode of The Memo - Part 1, Kaylem sits down with George Abaraonye, the former President-elect of the Oxford Union, for a raw and honest conversation about life behind the headlines.Before the controversy, before the scrutiny, there was a story. In this first chapter, George opens up...

  3. Trump’s War on Iran | Sam Kiley

    In this special episode of The Memo, Kaylem is joined by Sam Kiley, World Affairs Editor of The Independent and one of today’s most experienced foreign correspondents. With more than three decades reporting from war zones around the globe from Iraq and Afghanistan to Israel and Ukraine. Sam…

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  4. High Level Immigration: Julia Willemyns on Reforming Britain’s Exceptional Talent System

    In this episode of The Memo, Kaylem sits down with Julia Willemyns, Co-founder of The Centre for British Progress, to explore how Britain can better attract and retain exceptional talent from around the world. From visa reforms to the Global Talent and High Potential Individual routes, Julia...

  5. YIMBY vs NIMBY: Kane Emerson on the UK Housing Crisis

    In this episode of The Memo, Kaylem sits down with Kane Emerson to break down the YIMBY vs NIMBY debate and what it means for the future of housing in the UK.From planning reform to housing supply, Kane explains the rise of the YIMBY movement, why housing has become one of the UK’s most…

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  6. UK Youth Parliament: George Main Sin on Why Young People Matter in Politics

    In this episode of The Memo, Kaylem sits down with George Main Sin, a member of the UK Youth Parliament, to talk about why young people’s voices are more important than ever in modern politics.From shaping policy to challenging the status quo, George shares his experiences in the Youth…

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  7. Angie Wong: The Republican Power Player Breaking Down the Future of the GOP

    In this episode of The Memo, Kaylem sits down with Miami Republican Committeewoman Angie Wong, a prominent voice in conservative politics and a strategist who’s seen firsthand how power is shaped behind the scenes.As the Republican Party stands at a critical crossroads, Angie offers her candid…

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  8. Carl Cashman: From “Sexiest Politician” to the Future Face of the Lib Dems

    In this episode of The Memo, Kaylem sits down with Carl Cashman, the rising star of the Liberal Democrats and the man campaigning to lead Liverpool City Council. Dubbed “Britain’s sexiest politician” by fans online, Cashman talks candidly about life in the public eye, his vision for Liverpool’s...

  9. PROMO: The Stories Behind the Headlines

    Politics and culture are shifting fast. The Memo with Kaylem Shepherd goes beyond the noise to expose the real forces shaping young lives around the world. From housing crises and climate collapse to identity, justice, and power, this podcast unpacks the urgent issues behind today’s headlines.…

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  10. War, Trauma, and Unbreakable Spirit: Oleksiy Goncharenko on Ukraine’s Fight for Survival and Sanity

    This week on The Memo, Kaylem Shepherd sits down with Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Goncharenko for an unfiltered and deeply human conversation on War, Resilience, and the Mental Toll of Survival.We are nearly 1,120 days since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and millions of Ukrainians are still living...

  11. Bullied, Sidelined and Silenced: Young Councillor Daisy Blackmore-Creedon speaks out

    This week on The Memo, Kaylem Shepherd sits down with former Labour councillor Daisy Blakemore-Creedon for a powerful and personal conversation on Young Voices in Politics: Speaking Out and Standing Alone. At just 18, Daisy made headlines when she won a seat on Peterborough City Council while…

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  12. The Polarisation of UK Politics: Culture Wars, Identity, and the Fight for LGBT+ Rights

    This week on The Memo, Kaylem Shepherd welcomes journalist and broadcaster Benjamin Butterworth for an in-depth conversation on A Nation Divided: The Polarisation of UK Politics.Is Britain more politically and culturally divided than ever before? Together, they explore how growing polarisation is...

  13. Is the UK’s leasehold system a medieval trap or a modern necessity?

    This week on The Memo, Kaylem Shepherd sits down with housing campaigner and journalist Harry Scoffin, Founder of Free Leaseholders for an open and thoughtful conversation about the UK’s leasehold system.Is leasehold a dated legal structure that puts homeowners at a disadvantage, or is it a...

  14. From The Pavement to Parliament: Labour, Farage, and the Homelessness Debate

    This week on The Memo, host Kaylem Shepherd sits down with Matthew Torbitt , advocate for prison reform and ending homelessness, freelance writer, and broadcaster for a deep and wide-ranging conversation on some of the most urgent issues facing the UK today.Together, they explore Labour’s current...

  15. The Rise of Gen Z Politicians: Disrupting Power or Playing the Same Game?

    This week on The Memo, host Kaylem Shepherd is joined by Harrison Allman-Varty, who became the UK’s youngest councillor in 2022, for a dynamic and insightful conversation on The Rise of Gen Z Politicians: Disrupting Power or Playing the Same Game? They explore what it really means for Generation…

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  16. Britain Is Broken. Young People Know It. And They’re Done Being Quiet.

    In this candid episode of The Memo, host Kaylem Shepherd sits down with guest Albie Amankona (Broadcaster and Financial Analyst) and dive deep into the reality of “Broken Britain.” From the chaotic fallout of Brexit to the glaring gaps in leadership, we’re breaking down exactly how years of Tory...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Memo with Kaylem Shepherd is a politics and culture podcast for a generation pushing for change.Kaylem speaks with the people at the centre of today’s debates activists, thinkers, and leaders to uncover the stories behind the headlines, from policy battles and social movements to the crises shaping young lives around the world.Sharp questions. Honest conversations. Insight that matters.

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The Memo with Kaylem Shepherd is a politics and culture podcast for a generation pushing for change.Kaylem speaks with the people at the centre of today’s debates activists, thinkers, and leaders to uncover the stories behind the headlines, from policy battles and social movements to the crises...

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