Northern Spin

Chris Maguire & Michael Taylor
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Experienced journalists Michael Taylor and Chris Maguire have launched a new political podcast to give a greater voice to the North. The pair are both former editors of North West Business Insider and have joined forces with Manchester-based agency What Media to produce the ‘Northern Spin’ podcast. The hosts say the weekly 30-minute podcast will provide insight into current affairs, politics and a bit of business, but from a uniquely Northern perspective.

  1. Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 10: Dial D for Dave (or Desperate)

    13/11/2023

    Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 10: Dial D for Dave (or Desperate)

    Northern Spin this week has added insight from special guest Lou Cordwell, who as chair of the Greater Manchester Business Board has been in the room when big decisions have been made, as well as friendly discussions with government.. So much to get through, Goodbye Cruella and welcome back "Lord" Cameron. PLUS: Is Manchester in danger of becoming the London of the North?

    57 min
  2. Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 9: Why Politicians Cosy up to Business

    07/11/2023

    Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 9: Why Politicians Cosy up to Business

    This week's Northern Spin is a deep dive into why politicians are making such a play for business, and what the private sector might want in return. We discuss the horrors emerging from the Covid Enquiry, the political tightrope Keir Starmer is walking over the Middle East crisis and explain why Suella Braverman is saying such dreadful things about homeless people. PLUS: In the culture bit, positive reviews of the Manchester United tour, the Pendle Witch experience and Killers of the Flower Moon.

    46 min
  3. Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 8: Is the BBC Biased?

    31/10/2023

    Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 8: Is the BBC Biased?

    A deep dive into the national broadcaster. Is it covering “both sides” fairly in the Gaza war?Plus: Rachel Reeves feels the pressure over plagiarism row, and a heartfelt plea to check your alcohol use following Matthew Perry’s tragic death.

    49 min
  4. Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 7: Keep the faith - Northern Soul, Tory wipeout, Starmer and Israel

    24/10/2023

    Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 7: Keep the faith - Northern Soul, Tory wipeout, Starmer and Israel

    After crushing by-election defeats in Tamworth and Mid Beds Chris crunches the numbers and works out what it means for the Conservatives in the Red Wall north and the leafy northern shires. Plus, insight from would be MPs on seats where Labour dares to dream, the dangers facing Keir Starmer as his support for Israel prompts the resignation of a Manchester councillor, why it's York Library Service 1, Banking Bureaucracy 0, and our tributes and memories of Sir Bobby Charlton.

    48 min
  5. Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 6: Labour in Liverpool: Starmer's Sparkles and Mandy's Moves

    17/10/2023

    Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 6: Labour in Liverpool: Starmer's Sparkles and Mandy's Moves

    Reeves and Rayner get rave reviews, Burnham on best behaviour. PLUS: The remarkable work of the Mines Advisory Group, and how northern politicians have balanced their messaging around the unfolding horrors in Israel and Gaza.

    49 min
  6. Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 5: Advantage Labour

    10/10/2023

    Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 5: Advantage Labour

    As Labour woos businesses and unions in Liverpool, the Tories reflect on a disastrous conference in Manchester. Plus: Michael reports on his recent trip to Israel.

    54 min
  7. Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 4: Why Is Rishi Sunak So Terrible at Politics?

    26/09/2023

    Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 4: Why Is Rishi Sunak So Terrible at Politics?

    Cancelling Net Zero measures, considering tax cuts for the wealthiest 4% and casting doubt over HS2, is Rishi Sunak being true to himself or just badly advised?PLUS: the Liberal Democrats on manoeuvres, the conspiracy mob at work again and the strange tale of the University of Bolton maybe changing its name.

    47 min
  8. Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 3: The Great HS2 Misselling Scandal

    19/09/2023

    Northern Spin - Season 5 - Episode 3: The Great HS2 Misselling Scandal

    Another packed podcast with reports from the Preston front on why it’s not a radical city. Chris is impressed by smooth talking Tories, while Michael revisits Alderley Edge, home of Boris Johnson’s newest peer. Plus: the voice Craig Fairbrass, Gary Neville on manoeuvres, and the brass neck of Liz Truss.

    52 min
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Experienced journalists Michael Taylor and Chris Maguire have launched a new political podcast to give a greater voice to the North. The pair are both former editors of North West Business Insider and have joined forces with Manchester-based agency What Media to produce the ‘Northern Spin’ podcast. The hosts say the weekly 30-minute podcast will provide insight into current affairs, politics and a bit of business, but from a uniquely Northern perspective.

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  • Creator
    Chris Maguire & Michael Taylor
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © NortherSpin 2022
  • Show Website
    Northern Spin