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Rock & Roll Politics with Steve Richards

Rock & Roll Politics with Steve Richards

By: Steve Richards
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Summary

 Based on his live one-man show Rock & Roll Politics, the broadcaster and author Steve Richards takes a weekly behind-the-scenes tour of UK politics and the media that shapes the way we view the epic political dramas. The future is ridiculously unpredictable and the past is so easy to misread. Subscribe to your weekly guide through seismic times.

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Steve Richards / Podmasters 2020 Political Science Politics & Government Social Sciences
Episodes
  • How will Reform and the Greens respond to electoral success?

    How will Reform and the Greens respond to electoral success?
    May 5 2026

    Reform and the Greens are expected to make stunning gains in this week's elections. But will either party be ready to develop coherent and credible policies - in line with their very different values - by the time of the general election? It is the phase in the electoral cycle that is the toughest challenge of the lot.


    To join in the never-ending debate in the Rock & Roll Politics co-operative, email steveric14@icloud.com


    You can get the last few remaining tickets for Rock & Roll Politics -The Election Special next week at Kings Place in London on Monday May 11th here.


    Subscribe to Patreon for live events, bonus podcasts and to get the regular podcast a day early and ad free.


    Written and presented by Steve Richards.


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    45 mins
  • Can or should a King change Trump’s view of ’the special relationship'?

    Can or should a King change Trump’s view of ’the special relationship'?
    May 1 2026

    King Charles delivered a perfectly pitched speech in Congress, with many barely coded messages. But will Trump, charmed by royalty, change his attitude to the elected government in the UK or to those in the rest of Europe? Plus Morgan McSweeney, Peter Mandelson, and the build up to the 2024 election.


    To join in the never-ending debate in the Rock & Roll Politics co-operative, email steveric14@icloud.com


    You can get your tickets for Rock & Roll Politics -The Election Special at Kings Place in London on Monday May 11th here. And hurry, there are just a few left.


    Subscribe to Patreon for live events, bonus podcasts and to get the regular podcast a day early and ad free.


    Written and presented by Steve Richards.


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    44 mins
  • Is Britain ungovernable?

    Is Britain ungovernable?
    Apr 28 2026

    With another prime minister fighting for his political life, some commentators argue that the job has become impossible. Since 2016 there have been six prime ministers. But is the context suddenly impossibly challenging, or is that an excuse for weak or poor leadership?


    To join in the never-ending debate in the Rock & Roll Politics co-operative, email steveric14@icloud.com


    You can get your tickets for Rock & Roll Politics – The Election Special at Kings Place in London on Monday May 11th here.


    Subscribe to Patreon for live events, bonus podcasts and to get the regular podcast a day early and ad free.


    Written and presented by Steve Richards.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    42 mins
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intelligent and insightful, Listening to Steve's thoughts and ideas gives wide angle perspective on the complex issues of the week.

Great Political Commentary

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