The wait is finally over. After years of speculation about when the 2024 General Election will be held, we finally have our answer. In a speech in the pouring rain on the steps of Number 10, the Prime Minister surprised everyone by calling a snap election for Thursday 4th July.

Nathan Eckersley sets the landscape ahead of the next 6 weeks of election campaigning and wants to know who you will vote for in the General Election.

About The Nathan Eckersley Podcast

Expert political analysis and debate from a real-life political encyclopaedia. Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people around the world. Recorded live from Manchester every Sunday afternoon, with listener phone-ins and messages. Listen to the live broadcast every Sunday on W!ZARD Radio Station to get involved: www.wizardradio.com/listen

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Benedict Rogers is an author, human rights activist and the Co-Founder of Hong Kong Watch. As a journalist, he is a regular contributor to The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and The Huffington Post and has appeared on BBC, CNN, Sky, Al Jazeera and more. He is also the Deputy Chairman of the Conservative Party's human rights commission and the co-founder of the International Coalition to Stop Crimes Against Humanity in North Korea.

He joins Nathan Eckersley to talk about James Cleverly's Mansion House speech about China, North Korea and his new book The China Nexus.

Connect with Benedict Rogers on Twitter: https://twitter.com/benedictrogers

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Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on the UK Government's handling of China. Plus he is joined by Human Rights Campaigner Benedict Rogers to talk about James Cleverly's Mansion House speech about China, North Korea and his new book The China Nexus.

On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday.

DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com

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Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on standards in public life following Dominic Raab's resignation as a result of bullying claims. Plus he reads your messages on the role of the British monarchy overseas.

On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday.

DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com

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Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on President Biden's visit to Ireland around the anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. Plus he reads messages on the reputation of the BBC.

On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday.

DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com

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Dr Francis Young is a British historian specialising in the history of religion and belief. As the author, editor or co-author of 18 books, and in his role as a Historian of Religion & Belief at the prestigious University of Oxford, he is an expert on issues as wide ranging as early modern Catholicism to the history of magic and witchcraft. He regularly appears on BBC radio and other media on issues of religious history.

He joins Nathan Eckersley to talk about King Charles' upcoming coronation and coming to terms with the crown's links to Britain's imperial past.

Connect with Dr Francis Young on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrFrancisYoung

DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com

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Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on the lack of intellectual heavyweights in the ranks of Labour and the Tories. Plus he is joined by Dr Francis Young, Historian of Religion & Belief at the University of Oxford, to talk about King Charles' upcoming coronation and coming to terms with the crown's links to Britain's imperial past.

On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday.

DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com

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Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on the influence of the UK around the world. Plus he talks about King Charles' trip to Germany and asks your opinion on the relevance of the monarchy.

On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday.

DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com

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Steven Barrett is a widely respected Barrister and Legal Commentator. Alongside his work as a commercial lawyer he also writes for the Spectator and is the Chair of the BVL, a charity which works to improve social mobility in law and engage young people in law and legal policy.

He joins Nathan Eckersley for a legal analysis of the Windsor Framework as part of Brexit and they also discuss the recent hearings by the House of Commons Privileges Committee into Boris Johnson and Partygate.

Connect with Steven Barrett on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SBarrettBar

DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com

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Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on the UK Government's COVID-19 lockdown plans. Plus he is joined by Barrister and Legal Commentator Steven Barrett for a legal analysis of the House of Commons Privileges Committee into Boris Johnson and Partygate.

On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday.

DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com

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