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

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Mark Carney is about to become the first foreign head to attend the EU's flagship State Of The EU speech. He likes Europe; Europe likes him; Canadians like Europe.

So... Naomi and Kenny ask whether Canada is about to grab the top-table EU seat vaca... more

Is print media making a comeback? Has Gen Z done what those before couldn't and made print trendy again?

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The gang plus special guest, Behind The Lines' Arthur Snell, dive into a US-Iran war that seems to be fought in reverse - from military action, backwards to economic sanctions, in order to try and get back to the treaty the US had with Iran before al... more

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Recent Guests

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
Maya May
Comedian, commentator, strategist
The Lincoln Project
Episode: The Authoritarian Playbook LIVE: Part 1
Vicky Price
Regular economics expert
Independent economist(regular guest)
Episode: Midnight Mass: Andy's Pitch-In Cabinet
Josiah Mortimer
Special guest announced for the episode
The Speaker/Guest (announced as guest)
Episode: Sunday School: The mayor the merrier
Peter Gagan
Award-winning journalist; invited guest for Palantir investigation
Episode: The Summer of 2026
Jeevun Sandher
Loughborough MP, Fabian Society Exec and politician
Dr Jeevun Sandher (guest)
Episode: Bindependence Day
Stephen Boyd
Director of IPPR Scotland, policy thinker
IPPR Scotland
Episode: B-SIDE: The Scotland Lab

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 938 ratings
  • Taking L’s

    And crying about it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ❤️Radio4Comedy
    Netherlands11 days ago
  • Love this

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quite interested
    United Kingdom2 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 Kingdom3 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
    3 months ago
  • Essential listening

    Makes

    you feel better every time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adjetey
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Hosts maintain warmth and humor, making tough topics approachable.
Listeners appreciate the rigorous, non-sensational political analysis.

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#238
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#21
United Kingdom/News/Politics
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#47
United Kingdom/News
Apple Podcasts
#176
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#107
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#148
Italy/News/Politics

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B-Side: The Last Housing on The Left
Q: What is the most important inquiry you would launch as chair to improve housing delivery?
I would focus on why ground-level delivery is stalled, examining planning, financing, and the roles of public vs. private actors, and pushing for a clear plan that accelerates planning commissions and ensures liquidity in the supply chain.
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Q: What are the implications of drone warfare and new technologies on future conflicts, according to Arthur?
Drones and unmanned systems are redefining warfare by enabling longer-range, precision strikes with fewer local casualties, but also creating new forms of risk and escalation that require new strategy and international norms.
World of Warcraft
Q: How is Iran approaching negotiations with the US, and what impact does that have on the broader region?
Iran appears to be playing a constructive but transactional game, testing Washington's willingness to concede on sensitive terms while simultaneously leveraging regional dynamics and Oman as a go-between, which complicates U.S. negotiations and regional security calculations.
World of Warcraft
Q: What is the current state of Ukraine's leadership and how is Zelensky navigating changes in his defense and military leadership?
Zelensky has been reshuffling senior figures, firing Fedorov as defense minister due to concerns about popularity and control, and replacing him with a newer, more reform-minded figure; this indicates a balancing act between innovation and political realities.
The Authoritarian Playbook LIVE: Part 2 feat. Count Binface!
Q: Democracy survives this, yes or no?
Yes, we must believe it does and actively work to defend it by engaging with voters and staying vigilant.

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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. Rachel Blake
2. Count Binface
3. Rick Wilson
4. Maya May
5. Vicky Price
6. Josiah Mortimer
7. Peter Gagan
8. Jeevun Sandher

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