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Ian Dunt on How Westminster Works... and Why It Doesn't
Ian Dunt on How Westminster Works... and Why It Doesn't
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Length:
44 minutes
Released:
Apr 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
On this episode, we were joined by Ian Dunt, political journalist and broadcaster, Twitter personality, and author of the new bestseller, "How Westminster Works... and Why It Doesn't."Breaking down Westminster institution-by-institution, Dunt's impressively detailed book is a marvel of non-fiction storytelling, filled with humour, righteous indignation, and an overwhelming desire to wrestle British politics back from the brink. Ian spoke to us about how exactly we got into this mess; the 'chicken or egg' effect of Brexit; the corrosive effects of 'machismo'; and why the political class loathes non-partisanship and expertise. What emerges from our conversation is his refreshingly funny and optimistic approach to a subject of deep moral seriousness, and the occasional audio appearance of his tiny dachsund.
Released:
Apr 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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