The Politics of Podcast

Discussing with veteran journalist Michael Crick why so many of our are so bad at what they do. We talk about the state of journalism, the future of the Labour government, and how we improve the quality and standard of our political leaders.

Is Keir Starmer's time as Prime Minister and Labour Party leader up? Why has his premiership and project run into so much difficulty? Who may replace him in Number 10? Ali and Zoe speak to Compass director and founder Neal Lawson about the future of the Labour Party.

This exclusive interview with Labour MP Nadia Whittome is explosive. Scathing criticisms of the governments immigration reforms, economic policies and a new call for a change of leadership. A special episode of The Politics of Podcast!

Labour Party MP Richard Burgon tells us why we need a wealth tax, to tackle the cost of living crisis, and stop blaming immigrants for the countries woes. Ali and Zoe also discuss with Richard the future of the Labour Party and how long Keir Starmer can survive.

Fresh off the campaign trail, Ali Milani discusses how Zohran Mamdani won big in New York City. What are the lessons we can learn across the world, and who is our Zohran Mamdani in London?

Have the far-right successfully hijacked women's issues for their political benefit? This week Zoe and Ali are joined by two brilliant broadcasters and campaigners: Nicola Thorp and Natasha Devon. We cover how the far-right co-opt women's issues, the radicalisation of men and more. Listen to Nicola's new podcast series. Charlene: Somebody Knows Something: https://podfollow.com/charlene

We play the ultimate political draft, creating our fantasy political party, with Femi Oluwole. Ali, Zoe and Femi will pick a new name, colours, 3 main policies and 5 politicians to lead their fantasy new political party. Let us know your reaction, who you would pick, and vote on which team wins for you!

Joining us this week for an exclusive video is Dr Wajid Akhter from the Muslim Council of Britain. He talks to us about the rise of racism and Islamophobia in Britain, the recent Unite the Kingdom protests, the need for leadership amongst Muslim communities, and why communities need to reach out and speak to each other.

This week we react to some of the comments that have been left on our videos. From Farage and Reform, to the defending women and girls, we give our honest take about them all. Do we just need to switch off from social media?

Our candid conversation with former shadow chancellor of the exchequer and member of Parliament for Hayes and Harlington - John Mcdonnell MP. We talk if Keir Starmer can survive, why Labour lost in 2019, the rise of the far right, and his advice for the next generation of left wing activists and politicians.

Did we go to the moon? Is Finland real? Who killed JFK? Is Donald Trump really Elvis Presley? This week we go through some of the best and worst conspiracy theories and the implications they have on our society and politics.

This week Ali, Zoe and guest host Matthew Torbitt discuss who might be the next leader of the Labour Party and Prime Minister. We go through the runners and riders, their chances, and who is best placed to save Labour at the next general election. From Wes Streeting, to Angela Rayner, to Andy Burnham, we talk through them all!

This week on the pod, Ali and Zoe discuss the politics that goes with weddings and getting married. The costs, the cultural implications, the growing divide between men and women, and so much more.The Politics of Podcast brings you topical, interesting, and most importantly fun topics to the world of politics. Hosted by Ali Milani and Zoe Grunewald. Our channel is where we make politics engaging, accessible, relevant and...just less boring! Join us for Watch Alongs, Reactions, Podcasts, Vlogs, Exclusive Interviews, Quizzes and our Food and Politics show. Subscribe now so you never miss a show.

This week we are joined on the pod by Green Party leadership candidate Zack Polanski. Ali Milani and Zoe Grunewald ask him about his plans as leader of the Labour Party, and as him some fun questions along the way!

Doctor Victoria Rose is an NHS surgeon and has completed 3 voluntary medical aid missions to Gaza. In this interview she tells all about what she witnessed and the crimes being committed against the Palestinian people. Connect with the Palestinian Journalists she mentions in the interview: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amr.tabash/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mazen_breem/ Connect with Dr Rose: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosieplasticsurgeon/

This week, we look at the politics of your hot takes. Ali and Zoe put out a call for you to send in your hot takes and they were...WILD!The Politics of Podcast is hosted by Ali Milani and Zoe Grunewald and looks to cover politics differently. Our episodes make politics more engaging, accessible, relevant and...just less boring! Join us for every week as we tackle topics, speak to interesting people and have a little bit of fun with politics. Subscribe now so you never miss a show.

Welcome to the Politics of Podcast hosted by Ali Milani and Zoe Grunewald.