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Debated Podcast

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Debated is a British politics podcast where Will Barber Taylor speaks to guests from across the political spectrum on the issues of the day

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Episodes

General Election Betting w/ William Kedjanyi

In this episode we chat with another returning guest, William Kedjanyi, the Elections, Politics and Policy Analyst from Star Sports about how odds are ascertained for constituency betting, what influence the TV debates have on betting odds and what has surprised him most about the election thus far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 26, 201929 minEp. 32

General Election Polling w/ Keiran Pedley

In this episode Will is joined by returning guest Keiran Pedley, a pollster for Ipsos MORI and co host of the Polling Matters Podcast, to discuss the impact of the recent TV debate on polling, how much manifestos impact polling and whether we are seeing changes in the reasons people vote. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 24, 201927 minEp. 31

The Fight for Oxford West and Abingdon w/ Rosie Sourbut

In this episode of the podcast Will is joined by the Labour Party's Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Oxford West and Abingdon, Rosie Sourbut, to discuss the Labour Party's manifesto, the Oxford to Cambridge Expressway, the influence of the leaders on the outcome of the election and Brexit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 22, 201929 minEp. 30

Health and 2019 General Election w/ Nathan Boroda

In this episode Will welcomes back to the podcast our first returning guest Nathan Boroda, an activist for Labour and For Our Future's Sake, to discuss Labour's health policy, the current General Election campaign and what a Corbyn government could be like. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 15, 201932 minEp. 29

The Fight For Kenilworth and Southam w/ Antony Tucker

In this episode we speak to Antony Tucker, the Labour Party's Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Kenilworth and Southam about public transport in the constituency, the Brexit Party's decision to stand down in Conservative held seats, antisemitism in Labour and Labour's plans for government. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 11, 201927 minEp. 28

The Fight For Calder Valley w/ Javed Bashir

In this episode, Will is joined by Javed Bashir, the Liberal Democrats' Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Calder Valley, to discuss the up coming General Election, Brexit, whether fracking is sustainable and why there should be more investment in technology in rural areas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 05, 201925 minEp. 27

Political Comedy w/ Nev Fountain

In this episode we chat to comedy writer for Private Eye and Dead Ringers, Nev Fountain, about whether politics is funny or not, if comedy can go too far and the upcoming December General Election. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 30, 201935 minEp. 26

Political Drama w/ Stephen McGann + David Llewellyn

In this special episode of the podcast, Will speaks in the first part to actor Stephen McGann about the BAFTA nominated TV series The Hanging Gale, developed for television by Stephen and his brother Joe, about the Irish Famine. In the second part, he speaks to novelist and script writer David Llewellyn about his audio series for Big Finish about the life and times of the Roman politician Marcus Tullius Cicero. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 21, 201954 minEp. 25

Political Betting w/ William Kedjanyi

In this episode we speak to William Kedjanyi, the elections, politics and policy analyst for Star Sports about how political betting odds are decided, whether betting on politics influences its outcome and on the recent Queen's Speech. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 14, 201934 minEp. 24

Polling w/ Keiran Pedley

In this episode Will speaks to Keiran Pedley, a pollster for Ipsos MORI and the co host of the Polling Matters podcast about the need for polling, its impact on politics and why different polling companies produce different results. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 08, 201927 minEp. 23

Interim Government w/ Gavin Shuker MP

In this episode Will is joined by the Independent MP for Luton South, Gavin Shuker where they discuss Brexit, far right extremism, an interim government and the splintering of the traditional parties. Plus there is information on an important new campaign fronted by a former guest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 04, 201930 minEp. 22

Lexit w/ Lee Jones

In this episode we are joined by Lee Jones from The Full Brexit website where we discuss the left wing case for Brexit (Lexit) and Labour's position on Brexit more generally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 24, 201943 minEp. 21

Political polarisation w/ Henna Shah

In this episode, we are joined by co-host of the Progressive Britain podcast Henna Shah, where we discuss the role of Progress within the Labour Party, political polarisation more generally, young people in politics and charity work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 17, 201929 minEp. 20

Technology w/ Chris Yiu

In this episode Will speaks to the Executive Director of the Technology and Public Policy team at the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, Chris Yiu. Discussion ranges from the work the Institute has done to technological developments around the world and how to harness them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 10, 201931 minEp. 19

Liberal Democrats and Wales w/ Christopher Johnson

In this episode Will speaks to the de facto chair of the Liberal Democrats at Bangor University, Christopher Johnson, about the Liberal Democrats recent gains in Parliament, the Brecon and Radnorshire by election and Welsh politics in general. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 07, 201926 minEp. 18

Libertarianism w/ Dan Behrman

In this episode we are joined by Dan "Taxation is Theft" Behrman, a candidate for the Libertarian Party nomination for US President in 2020, where we discuss the 2020 race, the Libertarian Party's past and libertarian philosophy more generally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 03, 201931 minEp. 17

Comedy and Politics w/ James Felton

In this episode, Will is joined by writer and comedian James Felton, where they discuss his new book, Britain in history and the role of comedy in politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 29, 201927 minEp. 16

Scotland and the UK w/ Paul Sweeney MP

In this episode, we are joined by the Shadow Scotland minister and MP for Glasgow North East, Paul Sweeney, where we discuss Labour in Scotland, the independence issue, social justice and what it's like being a Labour MP with a military background. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 21, 201937 minEp. 15

A Remain Alliance? w/ Elizabeth Evenden-Kenyon

In this episode, we are joined by the Liberal Democrat candidate for Uxbridge and South Ruislip, Dr. Elizabeth Evenden-Kenyon, where we discuss standing against Boris Johnson, the prospects of a Remain Alliance and the chance of stopping Brexit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 13, 201933 minEp. 14

Brexit, Brecon and Boris w/ Tim Dawson

In this episode, we are joined by writer Tim Dawson where we discuss being on the right in the entertainment industry, the Brecon and Radnorshire by-election and the divisions in modern politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 06, 201934 minEp. 13

Countering extremism w/ David Toube

In this episode, we are joined by Director of Policy at the counter-extremism thinktank Quilliam, David Toube, where we discuss Islamism, the far-right and other forms of extremism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 02, 201935 minEp. 12

PM Boris w/ Emily Hewertson

In this episode, we are joined by young Conservative activist Emily Hewertson where we discuss Prime Minister Boris Johnson, his new cabinet, his chances of success and young people in politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 26, 201928 minEp. 11

Filmmaking w/ Dan Murdoch + Angus McDonald

In this special episode, Will is joined in the first part by BBC documentary filmmaker Dan Murdoch, and in the second part by Angus McDonald, who is the director of a documentary about the Australian government's refugee camps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 22, 201945 minEp. 10

Tackling crime w/ Vicky Foxcroft MP

In this episode, Will is flying solo as Conrad is ill, but he is joined by shadow minister and MP for Lewisham Deptford, Vicky Foxcroft, discussing tackling the rising crime and youth violence, the reasons behind it as well as her shadow ministerial role. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 09, 201913 minEp. 9

The state of politics w/ Glen O'Hara

In this episode, we are joined by professor of History Glen O'Hara where we discuss the electoral prospects of the Tory leadership contenders and the state of politics more generally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 02, 201930 minEp. 8

Youth in politics w/ Jasneet Samrai + Derby Against Hate w/ Adam

In this special episode, we are joined in the first part by member of the Lib Dem South East executive Jasneet Samrai to discuss youth in politics and the Lib Dem leadership election, and in the second part by Adam from Derby Against Hate, a campaign group against racism in Derby, started in response to the Chris Williamson controversy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 29, 201938 minEp. 7

Antisemitism in politics w/ Daniel Sugarman

In this episode, we are joined by journalist for the Jewish Chronicle Daniel Sugarman where we discuss Tory leadership, the fallout from the Peterborough by-election and problems of antisemitism and other discrimination in political parties. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 25, 201929 minEp. 6

The next PM and milkshakes w/ Jonn Elledge

In this episode, we are joined by the assistant editor of the New Statesman, Jonn Elledge, where we discuss the ongoing race to become the next Prime Minister and the recent trend in "milkshaking" politicians. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 11, 201925 minEp. 5

People's Vote and trade w/ Nathan Boroda

In this episode, we are joined by Nathan Boroda, an activist for both Labour and For Our Future's Sake, where we discuss what Labour's position on Brexit should be, Trump's visit and future trade deals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 04, 201933 minEp. 4

EU elections and climate action w/ George Aylett

In this episode, we are joined by Labour Party activist and former candidate George Aylett, where we discuss the EU election results, the future of politics and climate change action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 28, 201943 minEp. 3
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