The Trawl
Jemma Forte & Marina PurkissThe Trawl is the podcast that dives headfirst into the political chaos, media spin, and social media absurdity of the week - so you don’t have to.
Hosted by broadcasters and political commentators, Jemma Forte and Marina Purkiss, it’s part therapy, part takedown, and always unfiltered.
Each episode, Jemma and Marina trawl through the week’s most viral tweets, jaw-dropping headlines, and rage-indu... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 324 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsGovernmentNews | |||
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It’s a week of whiplash on The Trawl. Marina and Jemma begin with words - literally - as they find the perfect Susie Dent–style term to capture the emotional chaos of the moment. From there, it’s a hard swerve into horrors too big to scroll past: Net... more
Marina and Jemma are riding a rare and glorious wave of optimism because on November 5th, New York City elected Zohran Mamdani as mayor. A progressive, principled, hope-restoring human who didn’t just beat the billionaire class - he trounced them. Th... more
This week on The Trawl, Marina and Jemma wade through a week so grim it makes the John Lewis Christmas ad look like a cry for help.
From Rachel Reeves’ gloomy pre-budget spin to Nigel Farage’s bright idea that young people should earn less (apparent... more
Nigel’s on strike because he's not getting enough questions at PMQ'S (widdums), Reform’s spending a lot of money on flags, and Trump’s throwing tariffs about whenever he has a tantrum. This week The Trawl is overflowing with fragile egos, bad maths a... more
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Apple Podcasts5LetTheMagicIdeasBegins
United States25 days ago - Good fun
Would be better if the references were accurate.
Apple Podcasts2Minguel79
United Kingdoma month ago - Please Guard Your NHS!
Dear Jemma and Marina - please continue to let your listeners know that if they copy America’s healthcare system the British people will absolutely regret it. America doesn’t have a serious healthcare system. Everything costs so much and you don’t get value for money. Before my wife and I fled, my premium was $1500 a month because we’re older. Then there’s deductibles and copayments. Whatever the weaknesses of the NHS, it’s nothing compared to the horrors that an American style private health ca... more
Apple Podcasts5Bart RangerUnited States2 months ago - I really like this.
I enjoy this podcast. I look forward to it dropping in my feed. The patreon is a bit too spicy (price-wise) in these current times, however, I do try an endure the adverts so they get some money for their hard work. I have to say though, as embarrassing as it is, I do break out into spontaneous dad-dancing when the intro music comes on. It happens with the pointless theme tune too. Good work ladies.
Apple Podcasts5FerrismouseUnited Kingdom2 months ago Brilliant
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Spotify | #42 | United Kingdom/News |
Apple Podcasts | #215 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #16 | United Kingdom/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #28 | United Kingdom/News |
Apple Podcasts | #158 |  Australia/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #205 |  Italy/News/Politics |
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What is The Trawl about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A spirited exploration of the political climate, media narratives, and social media phenomena underpins the content, featuring engaging discussions that merge humor with critical commentary. The hosts, experienced broadcasters, provide insightful analysis on a range of topics, from local UK politics to global issues, often revealing the absurdities present in contemporary discourse. With a mixture of humor and serious undertones, the episodes serve to empower listeners against the backdrop of often overwhelming political landscapes, making it a comforting and thought-provoking experience for those seeking clarity amidst chaos. Unique for its blend of personal anecdotes and pointed critiques, the discussions strive to resonate with those who... more
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Recent guests on The Trawl include:
1. Geoff Norcott
2. Jeremy Vine
3. John Nicolson
4. Jake Paul
5. Jimmy the Giant
6. Ashley James
7. Robin Campbell
8. Jimmy Brown
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