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Simple Politics Podcast (SP Podcast)

Join the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, Tatton, and Diane, together with host Charlotte as they reflect on the last week's political landscape in the simplest way possible.Who we areSimple 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 wh...

Fri, April 04, 2025
Simple Summertime
This week, the gang chat about the clocks changing, the latest on Reform, and take a quick look at Trump's tariffs. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, March 28, 2025
Simple Reeves Fest
This week, the gang discusses Rachel Reeves' Spring Statement, politicians accepting free concert tickets, and the issue of unpaid young carers. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, March 21, 2025
Simple Southgate
This week, the gang speak about Gareth Southgate on role models, Wes Streeting's take on mental health overdiagnosis, and the post-pandemic changes. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, March 14, 2025
Simple Pylons
This week the gang chat NIMBYs, the schools bill and world records. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, March 07, 2025
Simple Mumford
This week, the gang talk about Trump and Zelensky’s pivotal meeting, GP appointments, and Myles Smith’s acceptance speech at the BRIT Awards. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, February 28, 2025
Simple Numpties
This week, the gang talk about former Labour MP Mike Amesbury and Keir’s meeting with Donald Trump! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, February 14, 2025
Simple Loos
The gang introduce the new Simple Politics team members and talk briefly about public toilets. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, February 07, 2025
Simple Beyoncé
The gang get to grips with Tarriffs, council devoloution and whether Beyoncé was more surprised with her Grammy Win than Tatton and Kobi were with the Political Podcast Awards win Thank you! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, January 31, 2025
Simple Bees
We are now an AWARD WINNING PODCAST . This episode was recorded before we found out that we won the Political Podcast Award for "Best Original Format". The gang discusses whether moving to a monthly bin collection will make a difference, and there is a lot of talk about Rammekins and bees. Thank you! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, January 24, 2025
Simple Trade
The gang chat about how a trade deal with Trump could work and say goodbye to Charlotte! Thank you! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, January 17, 2025
Simple Latin
The gang chat about a tricky week for the Chancellor and discuss whether Latin should be taught in schools. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, January 10, 2025
Simple Uniform
The gang chat about Musk’s interventions and reflects on the Big School Uniform Debate! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, December 26, 2024
SP Christmas 2024
The gang review the top 10 posts of 2024 The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, December 20, 2024
Simple Liaisons
In the final regular episode of the year, the gang chat about how we scrutinise MPs and reflect on trust in politics. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, December 13, 2024
Simple Fireworks
The gang chat about the firework debate and reflect on what happens when science and culture wars collide. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, December 06, 2024
Simple Bans
The gang chat about whether or not the government should ban things and the vote on proportional representation. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 29, 2024
Simple Petitions
The gang chat about how things actually get done in politics and reflect on Starmer’s first five months in charge. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 22, 2024
Simple Farmers
The gang chat about the farming protests held this week and reflect on when U-turns can be a good thing. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 15, 2024
Simple Milk
The gang chat about how big corporations can have a hold on the market and reflect on the big choices MPs will soon face The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 08, 2024
Simple Trump
The gang chat about the US election results and what the result means for the UK. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 01, 2024
Simple BIG Budget
Description: The gang chat all things budget - what was in it? What does it all mean? Thankfully Diane is on the team to help Tatton and Charlotte out… The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, October 25, 2024
Simple Inheritance
The gang chat about why so many people have strong views on inheritance tax and reflect on Sunak’s time as Conservative Leader. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, October 18, 2024
Simple 100 Days
The gang chat about Starmer’s first 100 days as PM and reflect on how we judge our politicians. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, October 11, 2024
Simple Balance
The gang chat about the big topics being debated in Parliament this week and reflect on the tricky nature of balancing different people’s needs. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, October 04, 2024
Simple Tips
The gang chat about the folks vying to be the next Conservative leader and look ahead to parliament’s return! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, September 27, 2024
Simple Gaffes
Description: The gang reflect on Labour’s party conference and chat about what happens when politicians experience a slip of the tongue… The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, September 20, 2024
Simple Awareness
The gang reflect on the big announcements of the week and chat about how politically aware we all should be. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, September 13, 2024
Simple Return!
The gang are back! This week, we chat all about the difficult decisions facing Starmer, and discuss what happens during summer recess! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, July 26, 2024
Simple Summer Vibes
In the final episode before the summer recess, the gang chat about the government’s big decisions and look ahead to exciting things to come… The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, July 19, 2024
Simple State Opening
The gang chat about the new bills put forward in the King’s Speech and answer your questions on what they mean The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, July 12, 2024
Simple New Gov
The gang chat about the new cabinet and reflect on Labour’s first week in charge. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, July 05, 2024
Simple Results
A very sleepy gang reflect on the election results and the biggest stories of the night. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, June 28, 2024
Simple Final Week
The gang chat about the final debate and answer your voting questions! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, June 21, 2024
Simple Week Four
The gang chat about the final two manifesto launches and Mystic Tatton makes some predictions… The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, June 14, 2024
Simple Week Three
The gang chat about the manifestos released this week and don’t know what an expert is… The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, June 07, 2024
Simple Week Two
Kobi joins the gang to chat about debates and how candidates get selected. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, May 31, 2024
Simple Week One
One week since the election was called, the gang chat about the big ideas that have been announced so far. The gang chat about the latest ideas from the Conservative Party and try out a new way of introducing the episode… The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, May 24, 2024
Simple Change of Plan
It’s happening. The election has been called, and the gang aren’t ready. But they’re here to bring you all the latest throughout the campaign. Let’s go!!! The gang chat about the latest ideas from the Conservative Party and try out a new way of introducing the episode… The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, May 17, 2024
Simple Lanyards
The gang chat about the latest ideas from the Conservative Party and try out a new way of introducing the episode… The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, May 10, 2024
Simple Binface, Count
The gang reflect on all the results of the local elections, and chat about the value of joke candidates. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, May 04, 2024
Simple Locals
The gang chat about the local elections and what they mean for the parties… The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, April 26, 2024
Simple PCCs
The gang chat about the big announcements made this week and Tatton has some feelings about Police and Crime Commissioners… The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, April 19, 2024
Simple Voter Registration
The gang are back together to chat about the big bills that have gone through Parliament this week, and they interview a voting expert from the Electoral Commission! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, April 05, 2024
Simple Substitute
The gang are joined by a very special guest host to chat voting systems and US politics! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, March 29, 2024
Simple Liaisons
The gang chat about bins, polls, the EU… all the classic politics stuff! Plus Tatton tells us all about the Liaison Committee. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, March 22, 2024
Simple Councils
The gang debate on whether it’s been a good week for the PM and chat council funding (it’s not as boring as it sounds…) The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, March 15, 2024
Simple Nastiness
The gang reflect on a week in which racism and misogyny have been at the forefront of political discussion. Thank you!! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, March 08, 2024
Simple Budget
The gang reflect on this year’s budget announcement and answer your budget-y questions! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, March 01, 2024
Simple Leaps
The gang chat about the divisiveness of the media, and Tatton launches a new campaign… The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, February 23, 2024
Simple Convention
The gang chat about a difficult day in the Commons and… toilet paper. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, February 16, 2024
Simple Strikes (Still)
The gang chat about continuing strike action and Labour’s difficult week. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, February 09, 2024
Simple Smiles
The gang chat about the Conservative’s plan for dentist and Sunak’s tricky week. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, February 02, 2024
Simple Noise
The gang chat about how to report on the important bits of politics when it all gets a bit too shouty. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, January 26, 2024
Simple Shrinkflation
Not getting as much for your money? Not true of the SP Podcast - this week the gang squeeze in both UK AND US politics as well as a whole host of your questions! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, January 19, 2024
Simple Likes
We look at the top posts you've liked - and Tatton points out the flaws with that system. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, January 12, 2024
Simple Post Office
The gang reflect on how the Post Office scandal has been handled and answer a bumper crop of your questions! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, January 05, 2024
Simple New Year!
The gang catch up on the stories that broke over the festive break and look forward to the year ahead. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, December 22, 2023
Simple 2023
The gang reflect on the biggest stories of the year and look ahead to what 2024 may bring! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, December 15, 2023
Simple Second Reading
The gang chat about another busy week in Parliament for Sunak. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, December 08, 2023
Simple Zero
The gang chat net zero targets and the difficulties of funding the things we like. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, December 01, 2023
Simple Cooking Oil
The gang chat about eco-friendly futures and Tatton fills us in on the Covid inquiry. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 24, 2023
Simple Statement
The gang reflect on the big announcements in this week’s autumn statement. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 17, 2023
Simple Returns
The gang chat about David Cameron’s return to government and all the big things happening during an extra busy week. 1. Introduction: Host Charlotte, co-hosts Tatton and Diane discuss the week's political events. 2. Patreon Discussion: Join us on patreon.com/simplepolitics!. 3. March for Ceasefire in Gaza: Controversy over march intentions; clashes with police officers and arrests made. 4. Resignation of Home Secretary R Ts': Disagreements over policy changes lead to resignation; Su Well's response via a scathing letter blaming him for unfulfilled promises. 5. Office reshuffle anticipation: Potential reshuffling of office positions following R Ts' resignation discussed. 6. David Cameron abroad vs at home: The influence of former Prime Minister David Cameron valued more abroad than domestically - discussions planned on implications of this disparity. 7. Mail Section Q&A: * Simon’s question about scrutiny of Lord David Cameron's foreign policies answered by Tat & Diane * Mark learns that non-MPs can serve as ministers too * Heather is informed that cabinet positions could be offered to opposition members outside coalitions but has not happened due to political complexities 8. Christina asks why people are upset about David Cameron resigning post-Brexit vote despite his initial opposition - discussion around accountability and perceived deceitfulness ensues. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 10, 2023
Simple Suella
The gang chat about the Home Secretary’s ideas and the new parliamentary session. If you want to support us on Patreon and get exclusive membership benefits visit patreon.com/simplepolitics Thank you!! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Laura Samulionyte. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 03, 2023
Simple Changes
The gang chat about the big changes happening in our country - and those we’re not yet prepared to face. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, October 26, 2023
Simple Pay
The gang chat about wage increases, voter turnouts, and Ryan Reynolds! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, October 20, 2023
Simple Drugs
The gang chat drugs laws and prison sentences, and get another question from an Emily! The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, October 13, 2023
Simple Speakers
The gang reflect on conference season, their favourite speakers, and how politicians communicate. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, October 06, 2023
Simple Smoking
The gang chat about the big announcements from the Conservatory Conference and looks ahead to a fun-filled (for politics nerds), conference-packed weekend. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, September 29, 2023
Simple Schooling
The team pore over the statistics and compares MPs education with the rest of UK population, plus the usual chat on party conferences, weather and more! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, September 22, 2023
Simple Emilys
The gang are cheered up by your brilliant questions Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tue, September 19, 2023
Simple Live Show
The gang meet Kobi for the first time and one of the audience members gets a whistle… Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, September 07, 2023
Simple Hope
Diane and Charlotte struggle to stop Tatton talking about his new book. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, September 01, 2023
Simple Muffin
Join Tatton, Diane, Charlotte and Kobi LIVE in London as part of the London Podcast festival https://www.kingsplace.co.uk/whats-on/comedy/simple-politics-podcast/ The gang talks about levelling up and picking blueberries! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, August 25, 2023
Simple September
The team look ahead to a busy autumn of Parliament, Politics, and Pageantry Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, August 17, 2023
Simple Typos
Yes - we get it - we made an error whilst typing out a post! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thu, July 20, 2023
Simple Summer
The team chat through the last week in the Commons before the summer break including PMQs, by-elections and bills! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, July 14, 2023
Simple Mural
The SP gang go deep into the benefits of Disney characters painted on walls and wonders if Rishi is talking to NATO too much! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, July 07, 2023
Simple Threads
The team celebrate and discuss the 75 year anniversary of The NHS! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, June 30, 2023
Simple Liaison
Are the Royal Family the right people tackle homelessness? And what is “The Liaison Committee ”? Listen to this weeks podcast to learn find out! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, June 23, 2023
Simple Mortgages
The team tackle this week’s big story and why homeowners could decide the next election. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, June 16, 2023
Simple Boris
Diane is back from holiday just in time to chat Boris, Boris and MORE BORIS!!! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, June 09, 2023
Simple Charlotte
Diane is away testing out her hat so SP's Charlotte steps in to tell everyone about her love of ... Steps... 👀 Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, June 02, 2023
Simple Wrapping
The SP gang talk about how the merits of plastic free Mars Bars, free school meals, and rail strike action Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, May 26, 2023
Simple Starmer
The gang train their spies on Sir Kier Starmer this week and we get a mini update on strike action. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, May 19, 2023
Simple Book
The team make a big announcement and Tatton’s mum has an important question… Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, May 12, 2023
Simple Protest
Diane, Kobi and Tatton discuss the impact of the local elections in parts of England and drug reform! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, May 05, 2023
Simple Coronation
Diane, Tatton and Kobi get together to look ahead to the Coronation of King Charles III and the UK Local elections. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, April 28, 2023
Simple Pizza
It's the return of the quickfire round! Diane, Tatton, and Kobi remind everyone to vote on Thursday 4th and talk about pizza... Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, April 21, 2023
Simple Gladiators
Tatton, Diane and Kobi come back after the Easter holidays and talk about gambling, smoking and maths 🧮!! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, March 31, 2023
Simple Drinking
The gang discuss whether we should stay out in pubs for the extra two hours over The Coronation weekend. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, March 24, 2023
Simple Alert
The pod crew discuss what their reactions will be to the Emergency Alert on 23rd April and think of a new name for the "Windsor Framework" Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, March 17, 2023
Simple Childcare
The Simple Politics podcast team touch on the latest announcements from the budget and the childcare aspects of it in particular… Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, March 10, 2023
Simple Crossing
This week the team go deep into boats crossing The Channel. We return with a quick fire question round, and will Kobi return after revealing that he wears Crocs? Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, March 03, 2023
Simple Butter
The team get together this week and discuss the price of butter and the perils of parenting on World Book Day. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, February 24, 2023
Simple Vegetables
Diane, Tatton and Kobi break down the news and most popular posts from last week on the Simple Politics Instagram account including the vegetable shortage and the border tracking Rishi Sunak’s whereabouts! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, February 10, 2023
Simple Recovery
Diane and Tatton are joined as always by host Kobi and discuss the Earthquake in Turkey and Syria, Education for Politicians, The Church of England and more… Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, February 03, 2023
Simple Sacking
Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, January 27, 2023
Simple Childcare
Diane, Tatton and Kobi discuss whether they should have drawn a caterpillar cake among other more serious issues. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, January 20, 2023
Simple News Alerts
In this weeks episode the team go further into Strike action with the focus on teachers. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, January 13, 2023
Simple Toothpaste
It's the first podcast for the year and the team look ahead to what 2023 will bring. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, December 16, 2022
Simple Christmas
It's the last podcast for the year, and the team looks forward to what 2023 might bring Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, December 09, 2022
Simple Constitution
The team delve into Sir Keir Starmer's constitution and discussed who should be telling us to keep warm this winter. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, December 02, 2022
Simple Census
We have a look into insights gained from the 2021 census and we hear from one of our listeners who is currently on strike. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 25, 2022
Simple Heating
The team talk about the potential merits of central heating being on prescription through to MPs heckling and jeering. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 18, 2022
Simple Economic Statement
The Economic Statement has landed. Is it going to be as tough as we all expected? The gang looks forward to Christmas... kinda Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 11, 2022
Simple Strike Action
It's been another big week of strike action as Nurses vote to strike for the first time in over 100 years. We also get to hear the voices of a couple of listeners! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, November 04, 2022
Simple Celebrity
Rishi Sunak has had the role of Prime Minister for one full week. Has it been a quiet one? Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fri, October 28, 2022
Simple Reshuffle
We have a new Prime Minister!! Will he call a General Election? What do our SP listeners sound like? Can the Government give us more money? Do we want to see the same GP every time? all these questions and more answered in this weeks episode. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S2 E1 · Fri, October 21, 2022
Simple Resignation
We managed to come back and record on the very day that Liz Truss resigned 🤦! The fact we recorded before the announcement shows the rate of change of politics at the moment. Fasten your seatbelts guys, it's going to be a bumpy ride! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Maddy Searle. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, April 09, 2022
Simple Sweets
Tatton is still recovering from his own special brand of Man-Covid but is well enough to join Diane and Kobi to chat about counting calories, no-fault divorce, and of course ... COVID. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" which is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Ben Williams. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, March 26, 2022
Simple Ping Pong
Diane has finally caught COVID! Never fear though she still makes it to the podcast to chat about Rishi's Spring statement and political ping pong If you want to support the DEC Ukrainian Humanitarian Appeal you can donate here https://donation.dec.org.uk/ukraine-humanitarian-appeal Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" which is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Ben Williams. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, March 19, 2022
Simple Travel
We have a chat about the return of Nazanin and Anoosheh and Tatton cannot hold back his excitement about the Nationality and Borders Bill. If you want to support the DEC Ukrainian Humanitarian Appeal you can donate here https://donation.dec.org.uk/ukraine-humanitarian-appeal Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" which is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Ben Williams. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, March 12, 2022
Simple Sign Language
The Simple Politics Podcast team take on Witchcraft, fracking and the fact that British Sign Language will soon be an official language! If you want to support the DEC Ukrainian Humanitarian Appeal you can donate here https://donation.dec.org.uk/ukraine-humanitarian-appeal Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" which is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Ben Williams. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, March 05, 2022
Simple Creatures
In a bid to lighten the mood the podcast team use the occasion of World Book Day to share their favourite books and to announce the comeback of @simpleCreatures! If you want to support the DEC Ukrainian Humanitarian Appeal as discussed at the end of this podcast episode you can donate here https://donation.dec.org.uk/ukraine-humanitarian-appeal Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" which is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Ben Williams. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, February 26, 2022
Simple Pancakes
The podcast team are in a more reflective mood as they contemplate the attack on Ukraine and what that means for the people there. Tatton reveals he doesn't care for pancakes and everyone tries to work out who's the oldest! Probably Kobi... Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" which is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk 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 and edited by Ben Williams. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, February 19, 2022
Simple sing-a-long
Parliament was in recess but that doesn't mean a quiet week in the world of Simple Politics! Diane, Tatton and Kobi discuss ways to protect us all on the internet, New Zealand Protest songs and introduce the new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" which is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. 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 and edited by Ben Williams. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, February 12, 2022
Simple Recess
As Parliament prepares for a recess the Simple Politics Podcast team explains what that actually means for MPs and try to determine whether a ceilidh constitutes a big party or not! Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. 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 and edited by Ben Williams. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, February 05, 2022
Simple cake...
Sue Gray's report has arrived but it's not the "full fat" version so the Simple Podcast team turn their attention to the important things in life. Such as tea and cake! Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. 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 and edited by Ben Williams. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, January 29, 2022
Simple Investigations
There was no Sue Gray report this week, which means that stress levels remain high within Simple Politics HQ... Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi ( @kobestarr ) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. 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 and edited by Ben Williams. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, January 22, 2022
Simple Inflation...
2022 continues a pace and the podcast is faced with simplifying the consumer price index as well as trying to work out if the correct term is "deflection" or "defection" If you want to read the Twitter thread that we referred to in this episode click this link https://twitter.com/bootstrapcook/status/1483778776697909252?s=21 Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. 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 and edited by Ben Williams. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sat, January 15, 2022
Simple Apologies...
It's been a busy one this week! It seems that 2022 has hit the ground running and breaking news EVEN interrupts the recording of the podcast. Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. 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 and edited by Ben Williams. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mon, January 10, 2022
New Year, New Podcast! Welcome to the revamped Simple Politics Podcast
Happy New Year🎉 The new year brings The Simple Politics Podcast back with a new format! Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. 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 and edited by Ben Williams. If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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