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Bold Politics with Zack Polanski

Bold Politics
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Labour Party
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Economic Inequality
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Immigration
Brexit
Cost Of Living Crisis
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Palestine
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Donald Trump
Wealth Inequality
Migration
British Politics
Israel
Wealth Taxes
Trans Rights

Bold Politics is the show making hope normal again where Zack Polanski speaks - and listens - to thinkers, activists and people whose voices deserve to be heard.

From immigration to the economy, inequality to leadership, Zack explores what the future of progressive politics can look like.

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What's it like being the main carer for a loved one? Why are kids as young as six years old dealing with the responsibility of looking after a sick parent? How are young carers penalised in the education system for stepping in to do a job that the st... more

How do billionaires manage to pay less tax than the average British citizen? What needs to happen for wealth taxes to be implemented? And has wealth inequality become a bigger issue than it was at the start of the millennium? 

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Why did Spain decide to challenge Trump on the International stage? What’s it like being a green minister in a coalition government? How can European alliances and institutions come together to take on the billionaire class?

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How does UK law make sex workers less safe? Why has the Nordic model of criminalising demand failed so dramatically? In what ways have new online platforms disrupted the sex industry?

In this week's episode, Zack Polanski is joined by sex worker and... more

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Recent Guests

Gabriel Zucman
Economist, author of We Need to Tax Billionaires. Do we?
University of California, Berkeley; author
Episode: How Billionaires Avoid Tax | Gabriel Zucman
Ernest Urtasun
Eco-socialist politician, Minister for Culture in Spain
Spanish Government
Episode: What Does A Green Coalition Look Like? | Ernest Urtasun
Dan Sriskandarajah
Chief executive of the New Economics Foundation
New Economics Foundation
Episode: We Need To Democratise The UK Economy | Danny Sriskandarajah
Kwajo Tweneboa
Housing campaigner
Episode: The British Housing System Is Broken | Kwajo Tweneboa
Sharon Gaffka
Former Love Island contestant, campaigner for women's rights
Advocacy for Refuge; Speaker and activist
Episode: The Online World is SO Unregulated | Sharon Gaffka
Zakia Sewell
DJ, writer, journalist, and activist
Author of Finding Albion
Episode: Why British History Needs A Retelling | Zakia Sewell
Cody Dahler
Comedian and writer discussed on Bold Politics
Episode: Why we stopped trusting politicians | Cody Dahler
Tessa Khan
Chief executive of Uplift, climate and energy campaigner
Uplift
Episode: How Much Is Trump Costing The UK? | Tessa Khan
Dr. Amir Khan
NHS GP, broadcaster
National Health Service (NHS)
Episode: How Austerity Made Us Sicker | Dr Amir Khan

Host

Zack Polanski
Host of Bold Politics with Zack Polanski

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 500 ratings
  • I want this to work but…

    Like many, I’ve found myself genuinely excited by Zack’s arrival on the political scene. He’s an engaging figure who appears authentically curious about the perspectives of others. But spending time with this podcast left me with a nagging concern that cuts to the heart of what it is trying to do.

    The podcast’s fundamental problem is that it mistakes affirmation for analysis. Yes, the guests tend to come from the same side of the political divide, and I understand the stated rationale: that thi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ListlessWanderer
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Much-needed conversations

    How refreshing to find a politician who gives direct answers to questions, listens attentively to everyone he speaks to (regardless of whether he agrees or not), shows genuine interest in the topics at hand, and believes in working for the community rather than power and status. I’m so glad I found this podcast. I’ve now worked my way through all the back catalogue and every topic covered has been so valuable and I have learnt so much from it. May you continue to reach more and more listeners, a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thebuttonmushroom
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Step outside your comfort zone, Zack

    I’m very impressed by, and largely in agreement with Zack on many issues and policies. I love many of the guests, and value their ideas.

    That’s the problem with this podcast. I guarantee the majority of listeners, like me, are already on-side. And it actually makes Zack look a little weak.

    The pitchforks are out for Polanski in much of the media, the more his popularity grows. So get some opposing minds on the show, please. The show needs serious, challenging discussion with figures he disagr... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    zennington
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Brilliant

    A fantastic podcast. Compassionate, insightful, thought provoking. As listeners we learn, empathise and grow a movement alongside Polanski. There are discussions, laughs and tears along the way. He is the only political leader who talks like a human being and understands what it’s like to live as a normal person in this country. Recommended listening for anyone who needs hope.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leftybythesea
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Privatization and profiteering

    Thought provoking commentary about privatization with people such as George Monbiot and Dr Amir Khan. Please can you cover children’s social care, particularly the lived experience of those in care? Lemn Sissay may be interested in speaking with you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lennonskye
    United Kingdom3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Insightful host with thoughtful guests who challenge ideas respectfully.
Thoughts and opinions that spark important civic engagement and discussion.
Engaging, frank conversations with a clear progressive lens.
Thoughtful interviews that balance data, personal stories, and policy critique.
A go-to for listeners seeking in-depth policy discussions and social justice perspectives.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#41
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How Billionaires Avoid Tax | Gabriel Zucman
Q: Why focus on wealth rather than income when discussing taxation of the ultra rich?
The argument is that wealth concentration creates a different kind of opportunity to avoid taxation compared with income, because wealth can be held in ways that generate little or no taxable income, such as through holding companies, which masking true wealth.
What Does A Green Coalition Look Like? | Ernest Urtasun
Q: How do you juggle coalition demands with your core identity and red lines?
It's about having a clear governmental agreement at the start, staying independent on core issues, and using ministerial portfolios to push social-democratic policies while maintaining a distinct eco-socialist program.
We Need To Democratise The UK Economy | Danny Sriskandarajah
Q: What is the rationale behind replacing the OBR with an Office of Fiscal Transparency?
The aim is to reveal the assumptions behind forecasts, avoid narrow scoring against single targets, and create a more democratic, nuanced discussion of public investment and its long-term returns.
We Need To Democratise The UK Economy | Danny Sriskandarajah
Q: Could you spell out what mutual ownership would look like and how it differs from traditional state ownership?
Mutuals are like cooperatives where ordinary people own a share and have a say, keeping ownership in public hands but with shared governance rather than top-down state control.
The Online World is SO Unregulated | Sharon Gaffka
Q: What led you to focus on Violence Against Women and Girls in your advocacy, and how does that connect to online safety?
Sharon explains that her own experiences with online abuse, spiking, and gender-based violence showed that laws must address not just physical spaces but online spaces too; she highlights the Online Safety Act and the need for a code of practice that protects women and ensures accountability for online perpetrators.

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Bold Politics frequently centers on progressive policy, leadership, and social justice through in-depth interviews with policy experts, activists, and public figures. Recurring themes include health care funding and reform, economic inequality and taxation, climate and environmental policy, education, workers' rights, and immigration. A notable strength is the mix of data-driven analysis with personal storytelling, plus occasional brand sponsorships that align with sustainability and public-interest causes. The show often features guests from Green and Labour-aligned circles, along with researchers and journalists, offering a thoughtful, debate-friendly space for exploring how left-leaning ideas can translate into real-world policy and poli... more

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2. Ernest Urtasun
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5. Sharon Gaffka
6. Zakia Sewell
7. Cody Dahler
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