Politics On Draught

James is away this week so join Kartik and special guest Kat Demchak, a Ukrainian international student, studying here in London. Kartik takes us through the end of Labour party conference week and the impact on the polls. He then talks about the Conservative Party U-turn on the 45p tax rate. Finally, Kartik and Kat talk through the events of the Russian war in Ukraine over the last 6 months and go through some of the difficult questions on the subject.

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In episode 7 of Politics on Draught, Kartik and James go through the major events of the past week. Firstly looking at Kwasi Kwarteng's Mini-Budget and what it may mean for people and businesses across the UK, then discussing the potential for more strike action in the coming weeks, and finally the beginning of the Labour Party Conference. Grab yourself a drink and take a look back at the weeks news and stories!

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After a week break in respect of the Queen's passing, James and Kartik discuss the aftermath of her death and what it might mean going forwards. As well, the two get back to the cost of living crisis developments, and Kwasi Kwarteng's decision to scrap the 'Bankers bonus cap' that was initiated after the 2008 financial crisis. Finally Kartik takes us through the history of Brexit and discusses where we are now, and the current state of the EU.

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Kartik and James unpack the news that Russia is shutting the gas tap, the unfortunate death of Mikhail Gorbachev, before getting into the big news: Liz Truss is our new Prime Minister. What will her policy look like? Who's in and out of the cabinet? Could Boris make a comeback? Find out on this week's episode of Politics on Draught.

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In this episode, James and Kartik discuss and explore the week's topics, from Tigray and Rishi Sunak to Emily Maitliss and her assessment of the BBC. Finally, we discuss Sir John Major's assertion that our democracy is threatened by the events of the past couple of years and whether we, as a nation, take it for granted.

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In this episode, James and Kartik discuss and explore the topics of the week, from the Donald Trump Investigation to the unfortunate stabbing of Salman Rushdie. Finally, they discuss the 75th anniversary of Independence for India and Pakistan and how imperial history is discussed and continues to impact our day-day politics!

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In this episode James and Kartik explore the topics of the week from the Kenyan elections to the raging heatwave in the UK. They go on to discuss the Alex Jones damages case, and the rise of the American Alt-Right as a major voice in US Politics. The boys also drink this time contrary to the promise in episode #1 ;)

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James and Kartik explore the depths of the week commencing 1st August and discuss the cost of living crisis, the sad story of Archie Battersbee, the situation of Taiwan and the Conservative leadership contest. Finally the two discuss what the current state of the Tory party is and how its identity crisis is what will be the death of it!

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On this beer fuelled podcast join two students James and Kartik as they discuss current affairs and the topics that define politics in today's landscape. Over a glass of bitter, the two will debate, conflict and analyse the events dominating the headlines whilst also thinking further afield. If you like politics or simply want to learn some more, grab a drink and join James and Kartik for an hour each week.

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