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Quiet Riot, the politics podcast with more passion, less shouting and lots of laughter

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Middle East politics is an unusual topic to dominate a UK by-election but here we are. So, what can Zack Polanski and his Greens take from the debacle that overshadowed their efforts in Holborn and St Pancras?

Talking of debacles, how did Kemi Baden... more

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French students have decided to lightly flambé the republic and things have rapidly got incontrôlable.

We're joined by Quiet Riot's favourite Chevalier, Olivier Morel, to disect what is going on and consider how it might impact on France's looming e... more

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Conference season finally gets around to the Tories which means it's Kemi Badenoch's turn to preach to the choir.

Alex, Naomi and Kenny look at policy, presentation and polling, to discern whether the upbeat mood in the conference hall is likely to ... more

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Andy Burnham's arrival has seemingly rejuvenated not only Labour, but all British politics. Maybe competition does work in some sectors!

Naomi and Alex look at Zack Polanski's speech to the Greens' shindig - he seems increasingly under pressure - a... more

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Recent Guests

Joy Morrissey
Guest (joined discussion)
Conservative Party MP (as discussed)
Episode: Kemi-detached
Richard Tice
Deputy Leader of Reform UK
Reform UK
Episode: B-Side: Handle with Care
Will Hayward
Welsh politics expert, journalist and author
Will Hayward (freelance journalist/author)
Episode: B-Side: Carry On Cymru
Kaneez Shaid
Community organizer and co-host of the new podcast How Do You Solve A Problem Like Everything?
Episode: The Big Bung Theory
Will Higham
Campaigner in the voluntary sector focused on community change
Episode: The Big Bung Theory
Cal Roscoe
Founder and editor-in-chief of Paperweight magazine
Paperweight
Episode: B-Side: Read All About It
Rachel Blake
Labour and Co-op MP for the cities of London and Westminster, chair candidate for Housing Communities and Local Government Select Committee
Labour and Co-op
Episode: A tragedy, in black & white
Count Binface
Political candidate persona advocating for democracy, satire-focused candidate
Independent/UK politics
Episode: The Authoritarian Playbook LIVE: Part 2 feat. Count Binface!
Rick Wilson
Veteran Republican strategist, co-founder of The Lincoln Project
The Lincoln Project
Episode: The Authoritarian Playbook LIVE: Part 1

Hosts

Alex Andreou
Greek-British comedian, writer, and political commentator with long-running involvement in the show.
Naomi Smith
Co-host with a background in journalism and political commentary; leads discussion with hosts.
Kenny Campbell
Producer and host; handles mixing desk and on-air banter.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 951 ratings
  • Taking L’s

    And crying about it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ❤️Radio4Comedy
    Netherlands2 months ago
  • Love this

    Thoughtful, insightful, kind. Great guests, great chat.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quite interested
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Great show. Half the time!

    First up. Kudos to the guys producing a show that is free to listen and isn’t tiered depending on payment. The quality can vary a lot. Generally when Alex is hosting with Naomi and/or Kenny then it’s brilliant. He offers insight and a perspective you don’t get elsewhere. If it’s Kenny and Naomi only then it tends to fall into a very bland groove especially if the guest is a bit dull.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ManchesterJP
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Always thoughtful commentary. Almost all very good guests (unless they are former Tory spin doctors! 🤦). Probably my favourite political podcast.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Craigeyboy
    4 months ago
  • Essential listening

    Makes

    you feel better every time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adjetey
    United Kingdom4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Guests are well-chosen and bring strong expertise.
Hosts maintain warmth and humor, making tough topics approachable.
Listeners appreciate the rigorous, non-sensational political analysis.

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

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#233
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#22
United Kingdom/News/Politics
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#58
United Kingdom/News
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#121
Italy/News/Politics
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#134
Australia/News/Politics
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#249
France/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

When Andy Met Donny
Q: What is the episode's take on media influence in foreign policy?
Media framing can drive public perception and policymaker priorities, sometimes eclipsing substantive issues like human rights, as seen in the Chagos Islands coverage which the hosts view as a distraction from broader strategic concerns.
When Andy Met Donny
Q: How is AI governance framed in this episode?
The discussion portrays AI as a core geopolitical battleground where regulation will be shaped by both public policy and private innovation, with emphasis on balancing guardrails with competitive development and ensuring ethical standards.
When Andy Met Donny
Q: What stood out about the Burnham‑Trump encounter?
The hosts observed that Burnham projected calm confidence and avoided confrontation, which helped him secure a practical, if not ideal, outcome and established a tone of stability in a tense diplomatic moment.
The Big Bung Theory
Q: Kenny, give our listeners a call to action this week.
Follow the money to see who funds your party, check MPs' outside earnings, and ask three questions: who is paying, how much, and what might they reasonably expect in return.
B-Side: Read All About It
Q: What do you see as the role of print in an era dominated by online feeds and algorithms?
Cal argues print offers tactile memory advantages, reduces distraction, and creates a space for thoughtful, long-form engagement that online feeds often undercut, while acknowledging the continued need for a print-first strategy to protect editorial independence.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Quiet Riot

What is Quiet Riot about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show consistently centers on UK politics, policy debates, and media coverage, blending in-depth analysis with humor and accessible storytelling. Recent episodes span housing policy, government reform, immigration and asylum, criminal justice, climate and agriculture, and international affairs, all through a pragmatic, non-hype lens. A standout feature is how the hosts balance sober policy discussion with witty segments and crowd-pleasing formats, making complex topics approachable for engaged, well-informed listeners who want thoughtful, nonpartisan-leaning political discourse and practical takeaways for public policy or business strategy. The show's cadence—regular features, guest perspectives, and live-event banter—helps it stand out... more

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1. Joy Morrissey
2. Richard Tice
3. Will Hayward
4. Kaneez Shaid
5. Will Higham
6. Cal Roscoe
7. Rachel Blake
8. Count Binface

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