Through the Week with Simple Politics | SP Podcast

This week Tatton and Diane talk drink drive limits, extremely cold weather and why it's frustrating that global issues are dominating the news!

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Who we are

Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, engaging and occasionally (but not as often as we think) amusing.

It’s not just about understanding the facts and the topics themselves but also looking at why different people hold the opinions they do. Those with whom you disagree aren’t monsters. Understanding and respect are at the core of everything we do.

Our core offering will always be free.

Unfortunately, giving things away for free isn’t a great business model. We’ve never been business people. But. We do need to make this work.

We do so through our amazing supporters, who keep us going by buying stuff in our shop and making monthly donations.

This podcast has been Produced by Stripped Media

If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email [email protected] to find out!

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In this special episode, the gang look back at the top SP posts from 2025 and revisit the moments you liked the most from a huge year in politics.

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Who we are

Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, engaging and occasionally (but not as often as we think) amusing.

It’s not just about understanding the facts and the topics themselves but also looking at why different people hold the opinions they do. Those with whom you disagree aren’t monsters. Understanding and respect are at the core of everything we do.

Our core offering will always be free.

Unfortunately, giving things away for free isn’t a great business model. We’ve never been business people. But. We do need to make this work.

We do so through our amazing supporters, who keep us going by buying stuff in our shop and making monthly donations.

This podcast has been Produced by Stripped Media

If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email [email protected] to find out!

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In this special episode, the gang look ahead to what might shape UK politics in 2026, from elections and key political moments to Eurovision, the World Cup, and conference season.

Cast your vote for us in the People’s Choice category of the Political Podcast Awards here: https://politicalpodcastawards.co.uk/the-peoples-choice-award/

Who we are

Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, engaging and occasionally (but not as often as we think) amusing.

It’s not just about understanding the facts and the topics themselves but also looking at why different people hold the opinions they do. Those with whom you disagree aren’t monsters. Understanding and respect are at the core of everything we do.

Our core offering will always be free.

Unfortunately, giving things away for free isn’t a great business model. We’ve never been business people. But. We do need to make this work.

We do so through our amazing supporters, who keep us going by buying stuff in our shop and making monthly donations.

This podcast has been Produced by Stripped Media

If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email [email protected] to find out!

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Description: This week the gang chat about Trump’s lawsuit against the BBC, reports that the UK could rejoin Erasmus, and the hunger strike involving Palestine Action supporters.

Cast your vote for us in the People’s Choice category of the Political Podcast Awards here: https://politicalpodcastawards.co.uk/the-peoples-choice-award/

Who we are

Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, engaging and occasionally (but not as often as we think) amusing.

It’s not just about understanding the facts and the topics themselves but also looking at why different people hold the opinions they do. Those with whom you disagree aren’t monsters. Understanding and respect are at the core of everything we do.

Our core offering will always be free.

Unfortunately, giving things away for free isn’t a great business model. We’ve never been business people. But. We do need to make this work.

We do so through our amazing supporters, who keep us going by buying stuff in our shop and making monthly donations.

This podcast has been Produced by Stripped Media

If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email [email protected] to find out!

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This week the gang chat about the early flu surge, the Digital ID debate, Farage’s latest controversies, your mailbag questions, and what’s coming up in UK politics.

Cast your vote for us in the People’s Choice category of the Political Podcast Awards here: https://politicalpodcastawards.co.uk/the-peoples-choice-award/

Who we are

Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, engaging and occasionally (but not as often as we think) amusing.

It’s not just about understanding the facts and the topics themselves but also looking at why different people hold the opinions they do. Those with whom you disagree aren’t monsters. Understanding and respect are at the core of everything we do.

Our core offering will always be free.

Unfortunately, giving things away for free isn’t a great business model. We’ve never been business people. But. We do need to make this work.

We do so through our amazing supporters, who keep us going by buying stuff in our shop and making monthly donations.

This podcast has been Produced by Stripped Media

If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email [email protected] to find out!

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This week the gang speak about scrapping some jury trials, drama at the Your Party conference, and the WI’s decision on trans members. Plus your mailbag questions, the latest strikes, and what’s coming up in Parliament.

Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, engaging and occasionally (but not as often as we think) amusing.

It’s not just about understanding the facts and the topics themselves but also looking at why different people hold the opinions they do. Those with whom you disagree aren’t monsters. Understanding and respect are at the core of everything we do.

Our core offering will always be free.

Unfortunately, giving things away for free isn’t a great business model. We’ve never been business people. But. We do need to make this work.

We do so through our amazing supporters, who keep us going by buying stuff in our shop and making monthly donations.

This podcast has been Produced by Stripped Media

If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email [email protected] to find out!

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This week the gang chat about Rachel Reeves’ brand new budget, covering everything from the removing the two child benefit cap to mansion taxes and what it all might mean. They also dive into the week’s biggest SP stories and answer your mailbag questions.

Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, engaging and occasionally (but not as often as we think) amusing.

It’s not just about understanding the facts and the topics themselves but also looking at why different people hold the opinions they do. Those with whom you disagree aren’t monsters. Understanding and respect are at the core of everything we do.

Our core offering will always be free.

Unfortunately, giving things away for free isn’t a great business model. We’ve never been business people. But. We do need to make this work.

We do so through our amazing supporters, who keep us going by buying stuff in our shop and making monthly donations.

This podcast has been Produced by Stripped Media

If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email [email protected] to find out!

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This week the gang chat about tougher immigration plans, the Supreme Court ruling on Northern Ireland’s RE syllabus, and the government’s move to crack down on ticket touts. They also dive into your mailbag questions and look ahead to next week’s Budget.

Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, engaging and occasionally (but not as often as we think) amusing.

It’s not just about understanding the facts and the topics themselves but also looking at why different people hold the opinions they do. Those with whom you disagree aren’t monsters. Understanding and respect are at the core of everything we do.

Our core offering will always be free.

Unfortunately, giving things away for free isn’t a great business model. We’ve never been business people. But. We do need to make this work.

We do so through our amazing supporters, who keep us going by buying stuff in our shop and making monthly donations.

This podcast has been Produced by Stripped Media

If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email [email protected] to find out!

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This week the gang chat about the BBC bosses’ resignations and the government’s update on plans to phase out animal testing. They also dive into your mailbag questions, explore why leadership challenges feel increasingly common, and look ahead to what the looming budget might bring.

Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, engaging and occasionally (but not as often as we think) amusing.

It’s not just about understanding the facts and the topics themselves but also looking at why different people hold the opinions they do. Those with whom you disagree aren’t monsters. Understanding and respect are at the core of everything we do.

Our core offering will always be free.

Unfortunately, giving things away for free isn’t a great business model. We’ve never been business people. But. We do need to make this work.

We do so through our amazing supporters, who keep us going by buying stuff in our shop and making monthly donations.

This podcast has been Produced by Stripped Media

If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email [email protected] to find out!

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This week the gang chat about fireworks causing chaos, the government’s plan to ban violent porn, and big changes coming to the national curriculum. Plus, they unpack a week of communication blunders from ministers and look ahead to what’s next in Westminster.

Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, engaging and occasionally (but not as often as we think) amusing.

It’s not just about understanding the facts and the topics themselves but also looking at why different people hold the opinions they do. Those with whom you disagree aren’t monsters. Understanding and respect are at the core of everything we do.

Our core offering will always be free.

Unfortunately, giving things away for free isn’t a great business model. We’ve never been business people. But. We do need to make this work.

We do so through our amazing supporters, who keep us going by buying stuff in our shop and making monthly donations.

This podcast has been Produced by Stripped Media

If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email [email protected] to find out!

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