Washington to Westminster: A Political Comedy Podcast

This week, America's "most incompetent, lazy, feckless leader" has some competition, as we dive deep into the US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, aka the Secretary of Toxic Masculinity, who is denying allegations that he ordered a shocking military "...

Is Keir Starmer already on his way out? We break down the rumors of a Labour leadership challenge and why the Prime Minister might be "stale" already. Meanwhile, across the pond, Trump's invincibility is fading fast—between flip-flopping on the Epstein...

American children are about to go hungry thanks to the government shutdown, but don't worry—Trump is using the emergency fund to redecorate a new golden ballroom. Marie Antoinette's ghost called the optics "terrible," but at least she offered cake! And...

Donald Trump is taking a victory lap for the Gaza ceasefire, but with the deal already fraying at the edges, we have to ask: can this peace actually last? This week, we're breaking down the fragile new agreement. We give credit where it's due (sort of)...

Step 1: Invade your own country. Step 2:...? This week, we're breaking down Donald Trump's bizarre new strategy to win a Nobel Peace Prize by deploying federal troops against American citizens in cities like Portland and Chicago. We also watch Trump su...

Is your government shutting down, fat-shaming its generals, or planning to appoint a horse as the next Prime Minister? This week on Westminster to Washington, the answer is... yes. We're diving into the US government shutdown as Democrats hold the line...

Is the "Special Relationship" about to cause a constitutional crisis? This week, Andrea and Matt dive into Donald Trump's unprecedented second state visit to the UK and the political chaos it's unleashing for Prime Minister Keir Starmer. As questions s...

Is it an intervention, a babysitting mission, or just another week in global politics? This week, we're breaking down Europe's emergency visit to the White House, debunking President Trump's Nobel-worthy "peace deals," and watching as Gavin Newsom mast...

Welcome to Washington to Westminster! In this scorching episode, we dive headfirst into the blistering political climates on both sides of the Atlantic, asking if UK and US policies are getting hotter than a summer heatwave! First up, the UK is bracing...

Texas Governor Greg Abbott called a surprise special session — not to help flood victims, but to redraw the state's already gerrymandered congressional maps. In response, Texas Democrats fled the state to block the vote. Andrea and Matt break down this...

In this episode of Washington to Westminster, we dive into Trump's awkward trip to Scotland, the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and the bizarre twists in the Epstein files. From bagpipes drowning out Trump's voice to Marjorie Taylor Greene unexpe...

This week on Washington to Westminster, we sip the scalding tea from both sides of the Atlantic. From Donald Trump crashing a trophy ceremony and getting booed by Chelsea fans, to a deep dive into the latest Jeffrey Epstein file debacle (featuring Dan ...

We are back for Season 4! From Texas floods to UK welfare cuts, it's been a week — and now Elon Musk is apparently starting his own political party? In this week's Washington to Westminster, we dive into the storm (literally and politically) to talk: T...

In this week's Washington to Westminster, Andrea and Matt try to make sense of the madness as Donald Trump sends the military into Los Angeles amid protests and escalating immigration crackdowns. Is this martial law? Has the U.S. crossed the Rubicon in...

This week on Washington to Westminster: Trump thinks Biden died and got replaced with clones, Reform brings Elon cosplay to the council chamber, and Joni Ernst tries to explain why healthcare is for wimps. Matt and Andrea cover defence spending, sausag...

In this week's Washington to Westminster, Andrea and Matt take a break from despair (sort of) and try to focus on actual progress—starting with the UK's shiny new EU trade deal. But don't worry, the madness continues: we've got right-wingers calling di...

🔥 From arson attacks in the UK to shady private jets in the U.S., things are heating up—literally and politically. This week on Washington to Westminster, Andrea and Matt dig into the suspicious fire at Keir Starmer's home, Trump's ethically bonkers "g...

Trump's doll drama isn't just embarrassing America anymore — it's gone airborne and infected British politics too. Nigel Farage and the Reform Party scored a razor-thin election win by six votes, proving that political bad ideas now have a frequent fly...

This week on Washington to Westminster, it's a whirlwind of WTF. Trump goes to war with the Federal Reserve, flirts with firing Jerome Powell, and proposes the worst Ukraine peace deal since, well, ever. Meanwhile, the Pope has died, and Marjorie Taylo...

What do booze tariffs, trans rights, international mail seizures, and potato decorating have in common? They're all covered in this week's globe-spanning episode of Washington to Westminster! 🇺🇸🇬🇧 Andrea and Matt dig into Trump's ongoing tariff war — n...

This week on Washington to Westminster, we dive into the most boneheaded national security breach yet—when Trump's Defense Secretary accidentally texted U.S. war plans to the editor of The Atlantic. Yes, really. Plus: Conor McGregor's presidential ambi...

Trump's latest round of tariffs is already tanking the economy, JD Vance managed to insult one of America's closest allies, and Elon Musk is still running the White House like his personal circus. Meanwhile, Keir Starmer may have just become the unlike...

On this week's episode, Trump & Elon are dismantling democracy - with a little help from "Big Balls" of course! And after campaigning on change, Keir Starmer's delivering more of the same - can the bronzer far behind?

Trump & Starmer are both getting tough on crime! Some might say a little TOO tough (like Colombia for example!) Plus, Trump's getting grabby with Greenland, but could the UK step in and change everything? It's all explained in this week's episode!

A Very Special Relationship is now Washington to Westminster! In this episode, we dig deep into Trump's first week as president and take a roll call of all the Trump friendlies in the UK! Plus, Matt has a BIG prediction - place your bets now!

The killing of a healthcare CEO begs the question: is America ready for their own version of the NHS? In this week's episode, we compare the two systems and spoiler alert: there is a VERY clear winner!

Did Joe Biden's pardon ruin decency forever, or had someone else already done that? Plus, the greatest Lindsey Graham impression OF YOUR WHOLE ENTIRE LIFE!

This week, we take a comedy-filled romp through Trump's cabinet picks, learn why Keir Starmer needs to keep his powder dry, and ponder the sweet release of nuclear war!

We do some Wednesday-morning quarterbacking of the US election with the help of my screaming cat in the background! Grab a shovel and dig in!

The US election is terrifyingly close, and bold new strategies are being employed! (And by bold, we mean dumb.) Meanwhile Britain chooses a new conservative leader - will they last longer than Liz Truss? Tune in and find out!

Is Britain meddling in the US election? Plus, Trump visits the golden arches, and we learn some "fun" facts about Arnold Palmer!

This week, we're all getting a geography lesson as we fire up the weather-controlling machine! Plus...welcome to the Resistance, Melania?

The DNC is the place to be if you like a good time! Plus, what the Queen thought of Trump, and Nigel Farage delights Britain by exiting the country!

Simone Biles has some stiff competition from JD Vance - who can flip-flop the best? Plus, Trump's meeting with Black journalists goes about as well as you'd expect!

Keir Starmer is in, but is Joe Biden on his way out? Grab some tequila and check out what's happening on both sides of the Atlantic as the leadership decks get reshuffled!

Sunak and Starmer tussle on the campaign trail, and Trump might get taken off of it! Plus, a masterclass in photobombing!

This week, Rishi Sunak loses the youth vote, Lara Trump hawks metal cards, and we anxiously await the verdict in the Trump trial!

The UK is finally getting a general election, and it'll be done in a snap! Plus, Rudy Giuliani's been a busy boy, and we've learned some lessons about the Thames! Check out Matt's channel @theinterestingtimesuk for more from Britain!

This week we go inside Michael Cohen's testimony in the Trump trial, discuss red lines on Rafah, and end things with a bit of hope! Do you remember hope? It's that feeling like good stuff might happen? We used to have it a long time ago? Anyone? Check ...

We have a very special guest this week - Belfast's own Adam Byrne from @ShortBackAndWhatsHappening! We chat about Brexit, by elections, and how to boot bad things from your mind with the help of some flesh-eating brain worms! Check out Matt's channel @...

First of all, let us very clearly state: WE ARE PRO-PUPPIES. Now that that's out of the way, election news from both sides of the pond, and we take a deep dive into campaign emails from the UK vs the US! They are...VERY DIFFERENT. For more, check us ou...

This week, Trump's in court, Liz is prattling on about the deep state, and Nigel and Suella get the boot in Brussels! What does the next election hold? We'll give you a hint! For more, check us out on YouTube: Matt Johnston's The Interesting Times: htt...

This week we feel cautiously optimistic, and then we ruin it by subjecting ourselves to auditory torture! For more, visit us on YouTube: @TheInterestingTimesUK @FenixNewsNetwork

Brother, can you spare a...lot? We explore how American healthcare can be performed with a few basic office supplies, and we settle the question of whether Kate Middleton is a cyborg working with Obama to destabilize the globe! (Spoiler alert: no! That...

This week we take a fond look back at CPAC, a look ahead at our career prospects as House speaker, and sideways at Lee Anderson and some other politicians that have been behaving badly! For more, check us out on YouTube: Matt Johnston's The Interesting...

On this week's episode, there's lots of news afoot! Trump's quaking in his boots over legal fees, but will he inspire other world leaders to try and fill his shoes? For more, check us out on YouTube: Matt Johnston's The Interesting Times: https://www.y...

This week, we discuss all things Super Bowl! (And by that, we mean jigsaw puzzles!) Plus, revenge is a dish best served with a side of prawns! For more, check us out on YouTube: Matt Johnston's The Interesting Times: https://www.youtube.com/@theinteres...

A few hundred years of Irish history in one minute, plus the Republicans Republican't! For more, check us out on YouTube: Matt Johnston's The Interesting Times: https://www.youtube.com/@theinterestingtimesuk Andrea Bridges-Smith's Fenix News Network: h...

Immigration is front and center, but what about the Taylor Swift psyop? Plus, a complete breakdown in British-American relations with one cup of tea! For more, check us out on YouTube: Matt Johnston's The Interesting Times: https://www.youtube.com/@the...

Election updates from the US while a waterlogged UK prays for Rishi's ouster! Plus, a baby duck recipe to calm you right down! It's the season premiere - let's go! For more, check us out on YouTube: Matt Johnston's The Interesting Times: https://www.yo...