John returns to the podcast as he and Sarah discuss this week's various triumphs for old-fashioned women: The UK transgender ruling, Katy Perry in space, Mary Lou's poll boost, and so on. Also: Are lots of us pretending to have fake medical conditions?

00:00 Introduction and Context
01:14 The UK Court Ruling on Gender Identity
03:39 The Impact of the Ruling on Women and Society
12:03 The Broader Implications for Trans Rights
18:09 Political Landscape in Ireland
20:17 Government Performance and Public Sentiment
30:03 The Identity Crisis of Finna Gael
33:33 Leadership Changes and Political Dynamics
35:37 Public Perception and Political Competence
39:51 The Role of Communication in Politics
42:46 Violence and Political Narratives
51:09 ADHD