Smarkets Politics Podcast

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The Smarkets Politics team (Matthew Shaddick and Patrick Flynn) take a dive into the latest political developments through a betting-market lens. Hosted by Dan Levy, with new episodes every Thursday.

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Episodes

Midterm Special | Smarkets Politics Podcast

Ahead of the US midterm elections next week, we are joined by Alex ‘Keendawg’ of Star Spangled Gamblers to give us a stateside view on the potential ‘red wave’ and some last minute predictions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 03, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 8

PM III: Revenge of the Rish

This week we welcome Matt Singh to discuss the third UK Prime Minister in just seven episodes of our podcast, then look ahead to the upcoming elections in Brazil and America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 27, 2022•24 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Truss Departs | Smarkets Politics Podcast

In this emergency episode, we discuss Liz Truss' departure and predict who might replace her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 20, 2022•14 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Truss in Turmoil | Smarkets Politics Podcast

This week we conduct a whistle-stop tour across the political world, looking at the ongoing chaos surrounding Liz Truss’ premiership, the first round of the Brazilian election and the upcoming run-off, and the fast-approaching US midterm elections. 18+ Please Gamble Responsibly. Visit www.begambleaware.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 13, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Budget Backlash | Smarkets Politics Podcast

In this episode, we discuss the fallout from last week’s budget and how the markets have reacted. Special guest Keiran Pedley from Ipsos joins us to discuss the latest polls. Special guest Keiran Pedley from Ipsos joins us to discuss the latest polls. Plus, Patrick & Matthew identify the best bets for Sunday's Brazilian election. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 29, 2022•37 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Italy goes to the polls | Smarkets Politics Podcast

We welcome our first guest as Andrea Parma joins us to preview Sunday's Italian election. We also discuss who Labour might pick to fight the upcoming West Lancashire by-election and what the lawsuit against Donald Trump means for his 2024 prospects. Hosted by Dan Levy, the Smarkets Politics Podcast is a weekly podcast that will cover all the latest developments in the world of political betting and forecasting. 18+ Please Gamble Responsibly. Visit www.begambleaware.org Hosted on Acast. See acast...

Sep 22, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 3

The New Government

With Liz Truss officially sworn in as the new Prime Minister, we take a look at her first actions in office and her prospects as PM. Later in the episode, we preview the Swedish general election. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 08, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 2

The Next Government

As the Conservative leadership election draws to a close, we discuss the likely result and who might be in the next Cabinet, followed by a look ahead to the next general election. Hosted by Dan Levy, the Smarkets Politics Podcast is a new weekly podcast that will cover all the latest developments in the world of political betting and forecasting. 18+ Please Gamble Responsibly. Visit www.begambleaware.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 01, 2022•24 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Smarkets Politics Podcast Trailer

Ahead of Episode One of the Smarkets Politics Podcast, the Head of Political Markets at Smarkets, Matthew Shaddick, and Smarkets’ Politics Analyst, Patrick Flynn introduce Smarkets' new weekly podcast, which will be out every Thursday. Hosted by Dan Levy, the Smarkets Politics Podcast is a new weekly podcast that will cover all the latest developments in the world of political betting and forecasting. 18+ Please Gamble Responsibly. Visit www.begambleaware.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

Aug 30, 2022•1 min

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