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PoliticsJOE Podcast

PoliticsJOE
Labour Party
Keir Starmer
Donald Trump
Green Party
Peter Mandelson
Nigel Farage
UK Politics
Your Party
Israel
Jeremy Corbyn
Gaza
Cost Of Living Crisis
Palestine
Conservative Party
Rachel Reeves
NHS
Jeffrey Epstein
Iran
British Politics
Reform UK

This is PoliticsJOE's podcast - the only explicitly anti-nonce podcast in the UK.

Reporting on British politics with a sense of humour, the podcast is a recorded version of the conversations we have after work.

So pull up a stool, pour yourself a cold one, and laugh through the misery alongside us.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Latest Episodes

Zack Polanski did not win the Holborn and St Pancras by-election. But is there a world where he could have?

Ava and Seán breakdown the result, what it means for the Greens, and why it went Labour's way.

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Could Zack Polanski's leadership represent something much bigger than a change of direction for the Green Party?

Ava was joined live by Green Party leader Zack Polanski and author Russell Warfield on the launch of Russell's book "The Green Socialis... more

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Jeremy Corbyn has been no stranger to international solidarity in his long career as a politician.

He sat down with Ava to discuss his campaigning for the blockade to be lifted on Cuba, after a summer of campaigning which led him to travel to the C... more

Ava and Seán take to the studio to chat through Ava's appearance on the beeb last week, on the topic of immigration.

Having had a couple of chances to speak on a crammed show, she and Seán get into the meat of the arguments started on the telly.

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Recent Guests

Zack Polanski
Green Party leader/figure discussed in interview
Green Party
Episode: Has Andy Burnham Squashed the Green Party? Zack Polanski and Russell Warfield interview
Daron Acemoglu
Nobel Prize-winning economist, author of How to Save Liberal Democracy
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Episode: Nobel-Winning economist: AI WILL Destroy Democracy | Daron Acemoglu interview
Owen Jones
British writer and commentator, author of The Fall of the West
Independent journalist and academic commentator
Episode: Trump will lead to America's downfall | Owen Jones Interview
Arthur Downing
Author of Power and the People, A History of British Energy; energy industry expert
Author, Energy historian
Episode: Who broke Britain's energy system? | Arthur Downing interview
Cory Doctorow
Author, technology writer and activist
Self
Episode: Cory Doctorow: AI isn't Dangerous. America Is.
Peter Oborne
Political commentator and author
Middle East Eye (referenced for a piece)
Episode: Peter Oborne on Nigel Farage's downfall, and Labour's Palestine U-turn
Gerry Adams
Irish politician and former leader of Sinn Féin
Sinn Féin
Episode: Gerry Adams on Andy Burnham, the far-right, and the breakup of the UK
Beeban Kidron
Filmmaker turned online safety advocate and Parliamentarian
Activism on child rights online
Episode: How The UK Is Letting Silicon Valley Take Over | Beeban Kidron interview
Andy Burnham
Member of Parliament for Makerfield; potential future Prime Minister discussed in episode
Labour Party
Episode: What does Andy Burnham’s Britain look like?

Host

Sean Hickey
Sean Hickey, co-host with a focus on politics and policy analysis

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Bikes

    Love the podcast, great takes. Please stop talking about the London commute… as a northerner it enrages me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DaCloneTrupa
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Utterly pointless

    Updated review - Latest pod with Hasan Piker and Jeremy Corbyn wondering why Piker wasn’t allowed in - With the rise of antisemitism. The Pod has been an great example of excuses for antisemitism whilst allowing unfettered Pro Islam an utter joke

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MartyFarty
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Weak grasp of the issues and occasional rewriting of history. Strictly for the diletante, if you want solid reporting that gets you out of your bubble, this ain't it. Really is surprising how weak and amateurish this is.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    mowgli
    5 months ago
  • Weak grasp of the issues and occasional rewriting of history. Strictly for the diletante, if you want solid reporting that gets you out of your bubble, this ain't it.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    mowgli
    6 months ago
  • No PoliticsJoe to be found

    The hosts seem to use the platform as an opportunity to express tedious waffle often less than adjacent to current affairs. Akin to your mates rambling voice note.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    hollielou_
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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Audience engagement appears strong in discussing controversial topics with candor.
Criticism centers on perceived waffle and left-leaning bias at times.
Listeners praise its range of expert guests and insightful policy discussions.
Many appreciate the mix of serious analysis with accessible humor.
Some reviewers complain about repetitive banter and sound quality.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#69
United Kingdom/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#173
United Kingdom/News
Apple Podcasts
#159
Hong Kong/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#196
Russia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#207
Ireland/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#229
New Zealand/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

We Need To Talk About Cuba | Jeremy Corbyn interview
Q: Well, Cuba is suffering, is what we're told. Do you want to talk to me a little bit about what's happening?
I've been to Cuba many times, including with medical aid convoys, and I emphasize that while Cuba has made significant social advances like universal healthcare and literacy, sanctions and limited access to international banking severely hamper the economy, create shortages, and limit support for everyday life.
How The UK Is Letting Silicon Valley Take Over | Beeban Kidron interview
Q: What would you like to see in terms of national sovereignty and data ownership?
Data and learning should happen with democratic oversight and national control to ensure public goods are protected and profits don't come at the expense of citizens, especially children.
How The UK Is Letting Silicon Valley Take Over | Beeban Kidron interview
Q: Why do you think governments are hesitant to impose stronger tech regulation?
Governments are balancing competing interests, including trade deals and political pressure from industry, which leads to slow and incremental change rather than bold action.
Is Andy Burnham's win the death of Blue Labour? | Jonathan Hinder interview
Q: Do you think Andy Burnham could be a Blue Labour leader?
There are signs of encouragement in his recent rhetoric and stance on immigration and sovereignty, suggesting he could embody Blue Labour values if he leans into a practical, working-class oriented economic framework and demonstrates a clear, credible plan for the party's broad coalition.
Boomers created an economy that FAILS young people
Q: Can you talk to me about some of the reasons you've seen why young people aren't involved in anything at the moment?
Milburn argues the issue isn't just a post-pandemic problem or mental health alone; it's a long-running, structural problem with the labour market, education system, and welfare approach, and young people do want to work but face barriers created by insufficient employment support and mismatches between schooling and real-world skills.

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This show blends sharp political commentary with humor, covering UK politics, policy debates, and current-events analysis. Episodes frequently feature interviews with economists, policymakers, and academics, plus panel discussions that dissect leadership, governance, and regulatory issues—from wealth taxes and public value to regional devolution, online safety, and PMQ dynamics. A recurring strength is the willingness to challenge conventional wisdom and spotlight underexplored angles, often backed by vivid anecdotes and real-world examples. Listeners who enjoy candid banter, brisk analysis, and guest insights across economics, democracy reform, tech policy, and political strategy are likely to find it engaging and provocative.

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Recent guests on PoliticsJOE Podcast include:

1. Zack Polanski
2. Daron Acemoglu
3. Owen Jones
4. Arthur Downing
5. Cory Doctorow
6. Peter Oborne
7. Gerry Adams
8. Beeban Kidron

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