Best Darren And Duncan Podcasts (2025)

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Reverse Swept Radio 185: the greatest English keeper, re-discovering memorabilia, and Stump Cricket 33:43

3d ago33:43

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THE TEN MINUTE FORTNIGHT: Andy puzzles over a forgotten childhood poster, and Toby applauds Wisden taking the gloves off. "Mind you he wasn't massive, so you could probably print him on A3." FROM THE ARCHIVES (09'20): Stump Cricket, or Podex "At its core this is an issue with the length of time you spent pulling out tree roots." THE REVIEW (19'00):…

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Show 389. Julie Bindel 1:07:47

4d ago1:07:47

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Following the unanimous Supreme Court ruling that a woman is defined by biological sex under equalities law, Julie tells us how and why we got here. This is a fascinating history not just of women's rights, but of the distinct needs of the lesbian and gay communities. If you've wondered how this issue became so big and how it's come to dominate so …

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Show 388. Gregor Poynton 56:20

12d ago56:20

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Gregor was elected as the MP for Livingston in Labour's 2024 landslide. It was a full circle moment for the man who'd been the party's organiser in the 2005 Livingston by-election following the death of Robin Cook. He went on to work for Blue State Digital, the team who masterminded Obama's 2008 and 2012 campaigns. This is a masterclass is the art …

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Show 387. Jason Stockwood 50:02

19d ago50:02

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Jason Stockwood Brace yourself, you're about to discover one of the most inspiring voices in politics. Jason is Labour's candidate to be the Mayor of Greater Lincolnshire. He's a hugely successful businessman from humble beginnings. But it's the way he talks about life, society and what the country can do, that makes him special. This is audio Red …

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Show 386. Dr Scott Arthur 39:00

26d ago39:00

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Dr Scott Arthur Scott is one the few lucky MPs who topped the ballot for Private Members' Bills. He wants to bring in a Rare Cancers Bill. But what would the Bill do? What difference would it make to someone diagnosed with a rare cancer? COME AND SEE THE POLITICAL PARTY LIVE! 12 May: Wes Streeting 9 June: Kemi Badenoch 14 July: Michael Gove Plus mo…

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Show 385. LIVE Anthony Scaramucci 1:25:22

30d ago1:25:22

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Anthony Scaramucci - LIVE The Mooch is back and is on barnstorming form. He's full-throttle from the start and gives his expert (and hilarious) view on how other world leaders should deal with Trump. Plus an incredible revelation about what the President was trying to watch online in the Oval Office... COME AND SEE THE POLITICAL PARTY LIVE! 12 May:…

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Prof Glasier on Women's Health 19:55

1M ago19:55

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In our ninth episode, NASUWT Policy Official Tara Lillis speaks to Professor Anna Glasier, the Women's Health Champion, about the national women's health plan, remaining stigma around women's health, the role of education and how we can collectively work to create strategic change. NASUWT Code of Conduct: The NASUWT is committed to ensuring that al…

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Show 384. Claire Ward 53:12

1M ago53:12

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Claire Ward Claire is the first ever Elected Mayor for the East Midlands. What does running the greatest region in the country involve? How does Claire manage any rivalry or resentment between Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire? Why is being a Mayor better than being an MP? And what does this all mean for Nottingham Forest? SEE THE POLITICAL PARTY LIVE…

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Reverse Swept Radio 184: farewell to the Gabba, a new documentary on Afghan's women, and a wallchart arrives 28:38

1M ago28:38

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THE TEN MINUTE FORTNIGHT: An announcement about the next chapter in the history of the Gabba (play Olympic cricket there, then knock it down); Andy's summer begins when his county wallchart arrives. "My oldest daughter made a move for it, and while I am usually tolerant of her playing with my dearest property, in this case I had to say 'No, this is…

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Show 383. Eluned Morgan 50:10

1M ago50:10

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Eluned Morgan Eluned is the First Minister of Wales and the first female First Minister of Wales. What challenges does Wales face that other parts of the UK might not? How do leaders create economic growth? And can someone help get Eluned some Oasis tickets? SEE THE POLITICAL PARTY LIVE ON STAGE! 31 March: Anthony Scaramucci 12 May: Wes Streeting 9…

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Show 382. Stewart McDonald 55:26

2M ago55:26

55:26

Everyone's favourite SNP politician tells Matt what Nicola Sturgeon's departure from Holyrood means for the SNP and for Scotland. Stewart also reflects on what the party has to do differently if it wants to gain independence. This is a funny, thoughtful and reflective conversation about Nicola Sturgeon's legacy and the future of Scotland. And the f…

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Show 381 Alastair Campbell - LIVE 1:30:05

2M ago1:30:05

1:30:05

Alastair Campbell - LIVE This is an absolute riot. Alastair Campbell is his vulnerable, doubting, bombastic best in one of the funniest episodes of the show ever recorded. How would he contain Trump? What is Labour getting wrong? Has he put on weight? This will all make sense once you've listened. Sort of. THE POLITICAL PARTY IS BACK ON STAGE! 31 M…

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Show 380. Simon Hart 1:03:44

2M ago1:03:44

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Simon was Chief Whip under Rishi Sunak and his explosive new book 'Ungovernable' documents the scandalous and tumultuous final term of the Conservative government. So what's his view of his fellow politicians and the system they inhabit? Is it impossible for any Prime Minister to truly get their way? And what's it like being mistaken for Brian Clou…

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Show 379. Mike Tapp 1:01:45

2M ago1:01:45

1:01:45

Mike Tapp Mike is one of Labour's hottest rising stars. Elected in July last year, he's already an accomplished media performer. A former soldier, he is at the vanguard of Labour's patriotic centre. But why does he wake up so early in the morning? Wine. Dogs. The military. This podcast has it all. THE POLITICAL PARTY IS BACK ON STAGE! 10 March: Ala…

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Reverse Swept Radio 183: a cricketing kidnap, a delicious memoir, and a new father gets back into the game 32:00

2M ago32:00

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THE TEN MINUTE FORTNIGHT: Andy's brother revives a promising career, and Toby wonders whether cricket and politics can ever be entirely separated. "It may astonish you, but he's actually better than me." FROM THE ARCHIVES (08'04): The Curious Tale of Billy Midwinter - The Kidnapped Cricketer "WG Grace dragged him bodily out of the Lord's pavilion a…

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Show 378. Mhari Aurora 48:30

2M ago48:30

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Mhari Aurora Mhari is a revelation in political broadcasting and in this fascinating chat with Matt she considers some of the big questions facing modern media: What can the 'mainstream media' learn from Joe Rogan? How should they cover Donald Trump? How do you deal with angry taxi drivers? It's all in here! THE POLITICAL PARTY IS BACK ON STAGE! 10…

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Show 377 Rachel Reeves LIVE 1:08:16

3M ago1:08:16

1:08:16

What a return! The Chancellor is exceptional form as she discusses Trump, tariffs, the threat of Reform and the inside story of when her hair turned ginger. This interview has it all. The realities of life in government plus invaluable advice for creating the perfect Yorkshire Pudding. Oh and a brilliant story about Gordon Brown's tribute to John P…

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Show 376. Dr Sharon Lockyer 42:14

3M ago42:14

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Dr Sharon Lockyer The live comedy industry is worth around £1bn annually to the UK economy, yet it doesn't get included in government conversations about the arts. As a result, it doesn't receive the financial support that other arts forms routinely get. To understand why, and to explain the wider impact of live comedy on society, Matt is joined by…

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Special episode with Richard Herring and Mark Steel in partnership with Cancer Research UK 1:21:44

3M ago1:21:44

1:21:44

This very special episode is brought to you in paid partnership with Cancer Research UK. At the end of last year, myself, Richard Herring and Mark Steel sat down to have a frank, raw, funny and open conversation about something that has affected us all - cancer. We were later joined by Dr Sam Godfrey, the Science Engagement Lead at Cancer Research …

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Episode 65 - From Frustration to Revolution – Louise Archer’s Retained Search Journey! 48:35

3M ago48:35

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Show 375. Ava Santina-Evans 50:51

3M ago50:51

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Ava Santina-Evans Ava is the star of PoliticsJOE, an online platform which covers politics in a different way to other media. It's hugely successful and in this entertaining and insightful interview, Ava explains the decisions behind that popularity. This takes in everything: from Labour and trade union issues, to the appeal of Trump, and the appea…

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Show 374. Gavin Esler 1:02:39

3M ago1:02:39

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Gavin Esler What can Trump's opponents learn from him? How should the BBC respond to Elon Musk? What should Change UK have done differently? All these questions and more are discussed with a true broadcasting titan. This is quality from start to finish. THE POLITICAL PARTY IS BACK ON STAGE! 10 February: Rachel Reeves 10 March: Alastair Campbell 31 …

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Reverse Swept Radio 182: Frank Worrell, bespoke girls' kit, and the last day of the 2010 County Championship 30:22

3M ago30:22

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THE TEN MINUTE FORTNIGHT: Maiden's new female cricket kit, and encounters with the game in Vikram Seth's A Suitable Boy “I will absolutely be selling my daughters on the idea that cricket is the finest way to waste a large chunk of one's life, but it's far better when that message is being communicated by their peers ." FROM THE ARCHIVES (10'10): T…

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Show 373. Sam Carling 49:14

3M ago49:14

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Sam Carling Sam is one of the brightest and most prominent members of the 2024 intake... and he's only 22. How has Sam become an MP so early in his life, what politicised him and what does the future hold? Remember where you were when you first heard from Sam, he's a man going places. THE POLITICAL PARTY IS BACK ON STAGE! 10 February: Rachel Reeves…

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Show 372. Tonia Antoniazzi 45:20

4M ago45:20

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Tonia Antoniazzi England are due to play Afghanistan at cricket next month. The decision to honour the fixture has caused uproar. Under the Taliban, women are banned from playing sport. Tonia is leading the campaign to get England to pull out of the fixture. If you want to help, find her on social media: @ToniaAntoniazzi Plus we discuss other vital…

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Roz Foyer on Building Scottish Trade Unionism 29:34

4M ago29:34

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In our eighth episode, NASUWT National Official Mike Corbett speaks to Roz Foyer the General Secretary of The Scottish Trade Union Congress about the pandemic, the far right, education and how to build Scottish trade union. NASUWT Code of Conduct: The NASUWT is committed to ensuring that all members, representatives, staff, visitors, contractors an…

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Show 371. Replay: Christmas Special with Jess Phillips and Sarah Wollaston 1:25:55

4M ago1:25:55

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Replay: Christmas Special with Jess Phillips and Sarah Wollaston Keep the dream alive with this classic from 2018. Jess Phillips and Sarah Wollaston are on phenomenal festive form in this Christmas cracker of an episode. THE POLITICAL PARTY IS BACK ON STAGE! Get tickets for all shows here: https://nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-ma…

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Show 370. Replay: Christmas Special with Ed Balls and Alastair Campbell 1:29:01

4M ago1:29:01

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Replay: Christmas Special with Ed Balls and Alastair Campbell. The year is 2016. Ed Balls has just done Strictly. Alastair Campbell is yet to launch his podcast. This is the barmy Christmas Special we all need. THE POLITICAL PARTY IS BACK ON STAGE! Get tickets for all shows here: https://nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-forde/ …

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Show 369. Alex Burghart 55:33

4M ago55:33

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Alex Burghart Politics. History. Food. What more do you want for Christmas? Alex Burghart is the Shadow Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and fills in for Kemi Badenoch at PMQs. More importantly, he has a deep fat fryer and he's keen to experiment. This is the indulgent Christmas special we all needed. FOLLOW Alex on X: @alexburghart THE POLITIC…

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Show 368. Natalie Fleet 1:02:25

5M ago1:02:25

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Natalie Fleet Natalie has only been an MP since July but has already established herself as one of the most impressive members of the new intake. She has had to overcome a lot to become an MP and talks passionately about how hard it is to succeed if you're working class in modern Britain. This is gripping from start to finish. FOLLOW Natalie on X: …

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Episode 64 - From Grad to Global: Mitchell’s Journey in Recruitment and Payment Tech! with Mitchell Wright 40:21

5M ago40:21

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🎙️Welcome to Saul Searching – The Saul Recruitment Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the inspiring career journey of Mitchell Wright, a Recruitment Consultant at SearchWorks with over 3.5 years of experience.=============================================== 🚀[FREE Podcast Resource Library] Ensure a Super Successful Podcast Journey with these FRE…

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Show 367. David Yelland 50:41

5M ago50:41

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David Yelland This is a gripping inside account of editing The Sun when tabloids were still dominant. David tried to take the paper in a different direction. But did Rupert Murdoch approve? Plus, does Elon Musk's use of X have its roots in tabloid culture and influence? FOLLOW David on X: @davidyelland SEE Matt at on tour until March 2025, includin…

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Reverse Swept Radio 181: innovative methods to dry cricket pitches, and Darren Lehmann's move to county cricket 31:09

5M ago31:09

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THE TEN MINUTE FORTNIGHT: Darren Lehmann embarks on a County Cricket chapter, and Toby attempts to pass on the flame to a new generation “We’re recording 60 years to the day since possibly the most one-sided match in first class cricket history: a victory by an innings and 851 runs." FROM THE ARCHIVES (10'15): The strange beginnings of the super so…

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Show 366. Alison McGovern 48:17

5M ago48:17

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Policy! Football! Pies! It's the interview with everything. After years in opposition, Alison is now an Employment Minister and is keen to get on and change things. She explains the changes she's making to Jobcentres and the difference they'll make. Plus... will Alison become the latest politician to start a podcast? FOLLOW Alison on X: @Alison_McG…

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Show 365. David Duguid 1:11:02

5M ago1:11:02

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This is inspirational. David was the Conservative MP for Banff and Buchan for 7 years. Then he suffered a spinal stroke. Incredibly he wasn't allowed to defend his seat in the general election. This is the remarkable story of how he recovered, why he was blocked and how he's remained so positive. FOLLOW David on X: @david_duguid SEE Matt at on tour…

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Show 364. Salma Shah State of the Tories Special 1:02:23

6M ago1:02:23

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Salma Shah is back! The Tory strategist gives her entertaining assessment of Kemi Badenoch and how the Tories are doing. This is such a great chat in which I have my centre-left prejudices thoroughly checked. Talking about the Opposition has never been more fun. FOLLOW Salma on X: @Ommasalma SEE Matt at on tour until March 2025, including his extra…

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Show 363. Seth Harris 1:04:13

6M ago1:04:13

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Seth Harris - US Election Special Well, it happened. This is a comprehensive and entertaining analysis of why and how Trump won the election with friend of the show, Seth Harris. Seth served in Obama's Cabinet and worked closely with both Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. If you're looking for answers, you'll find them here. FOLLOW Seth on X: @MrSethHar…

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Show 362. Darren Jones 54:47

6M ago54:47

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Darren Jones - Budget Special This is a cracker. A full Budget briefing from the Chief Secretary to the Treasury which includes some excellent breakfast chat. SEE Matt at on tour until March 2025, including his extra dates at The Bloomsbury Theatre: https://www.mattforde.com/live-shows 2024 6 November: Exeter, Phoenix 8 November: Tunbridge Wells, T…

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Reverse Swept Radio 180: a touching message, green-washing cricket, Karachi 2000, and a Sandpapergate documentary 34:31

6M ago34:31

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THE TEN MINUTE FORTNIGHT: Andy receives a message from a listener, and Toby ponders whether cricket's efforts to reduce carbon emissions may have some unintended consequences "As a podcast host, it makes you feel very differently about the whole enterprise." FROM THE ARCHIVES (12'00): England's victory in the dark: Karachi 2000 "England would later…

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Show 361. Alex Massie 52:50

6M ago52:50

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One of our most gifted political writers reflects on the death of Alex Salmond and the current state of Scottish politics. This is engrossing from the very first second. SUBSCRIBE to the Ponsonby and Massie podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-ponsonby-and-massie-podcast/id1749779794 SEE Matt at on tour until March 2025, including his…

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Show 360. Sir Graham Brady 1:04:25

6M ago1:04:25

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Sir Graham Brady What's it like telling a Prime Minister their time is up? Sir Graham chaired the 1922 Committee throughout the tenure of five Conservative Prime Ministers. In this entertaining interview he tells us what those private moments with them were like and how each of them used their power differently. This is the thrilling inside account…

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Show 359. Thangam Debbonaire 1:02:02

7M ago1:02:02

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Thangam Debbonaire Thangam is one of the brightest stars of the Labour movement. As Shadow Culture Secretary she was all set to command the brief in government. But things didn't go to plan. On 4 July, Thangam lost Bristol Central to the Green Party. A classically trained cellist. Thangam has a range of life experience. She's one of the most charis…

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Show 358. Pam Duncan-Glancy 50:56

7M ago50:56

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Pam Duncan-Glancy Pam is the Shadow Education and Skills Secretary in Scotland. She's only been an MSP for four years but has already made a huge impact. Her life story is fascinating, as is her route into politics. As the first permanent wheelchair user in Holyrood, she has to overcome daily challenges in order to do her job. Pam is an optimist an…

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Reverse Swept Radio 179: fantasy cricket, the Canterbury Lime, and a delightful slice of nostalgia 33:55

7M ago33:55

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THE TEN MINUTE FORTNIGHT: Andy plays fantasy cricket, and Toby comes across some retro technology on the train "I went to take out my headphones, and then my ear was caught by the message coming out of his phone." FROM THE ARCHIVES (10'15): The Canterbury Lime: Cricket's most famous tree "That particular rule is completely rational, but something o…

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Show 357. Iain McNicol 1:13:58

7M ago1:13:58

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Iain McNicol This. Is. Class. Iain was General Secretary of the Labour Party from 2011 to 2018. He tells us what it was like having to run the party during the most tumultuous time in its history. You'll be hanging on his every word. SEE Matt at on tour until March 2025, including his 2 extra dates at The Bloomsbury Theatre: https://www.mattforde.c…

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Darren Northcott on The UNCRC 29:45

7M ago29:45

29:45

In our seventh episode, NASUWT National Official Mike Corbett speaks to Darren Northcott the NASUWT National Official for Education about the UNCRC. They delve into all aspects of it from the basics to the implications for behaviour management. NASUWT Code of Conduct: The NASUWT is committed to ensuring that all members, representatives, staff, vis…

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Show 356. Siobhan Baillie 1:11:16

7M ago1:11:16

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Siobhan Baillie What's it like to lose your seat after one term, when your political career was really starting to flourish? Siobhan was the MP for Stroud and had worked hard to do the job properly. But that experience was cut short in July. As well as opening up about the emotional impact of losing the seat, Siobhan has clear ideas about what impr…

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Show 355. Emma Revell 54:20

8M ago54:20

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Emma Revell What does a Thatcherite think tank do when the Tories are out of office? Emma Revell from the Centre for Policy Studies briefs us on what's next for one of Britain's most influential organisations. Plus... why being a Lib Dem first is becoming a right of passage... SEE Matt at on tour until March 2025: https://www.mattforde.com/live-sho…

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Show 354. Murdo Fraser 40:16

8M ago40:16

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Murdo Fraser - Scottish Conservative Leadership Special What's next for the Conservatives in the UK and in Scotland? Murdo Fraser wants to lead the party into the Holyrood election in 2026. But what's a realistic ambition for them and how do they make a case for conservative values and policies at such a challenging time? PLUS... a brilliant story …

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Reverse Swept Radio 178: cricket in Larkin, an Indian cricket scam, and donating Cricketers to a good cause 29:27

8M ago29:27

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THE TEN MINUTE FORTNIGHT: Andy donates his Cricketers to a good cause, and Toby ponders the Shakib al Hasan scandal. "There's a bandaged batsman sitting in hospital leafing through my old magazines." FROM THE ARCHIVES (08'54): Cricket in the poetry of Philip Larkin "'...an Odeon went past, a cooling tower, and someone running up to bowl...'" THE RE…

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