Political Currency

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Political Currency
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Ed Balls and George Osborne take us behind closed doors into the rooms where decisions are made. Having battled it out across the despatch box, the former Chancellor and shadow chancellor now meet in the studio to discuss the decisions that affect the nation’s pockets. Our frenemies have the knowledge and experience to explain how good politics follows the economics - and expose how the powerful become powerless when faced with market forces and political currents they can’t control. Join us every Thursday. Send your messages or voice notes to questions@politicalcurrency.co.uk Find us on social media @polcurrency Political Currency is a Persephonica production. Subscribe now on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. EMQs: Could Ed Davey’s EU plan actually work?

    1 DAY AGO

    EMQs: Could Ed Davey’s EU plan actually work?

    With Donald Trump back in the White House as of Monday, leader of the Liberal Democrats Ed Davey has called in to ask: In strengthening the nation's negotiating hand with the new American leadership, is there a case for rejoining the EU customs union? George Osborne and Ed Balls discuss whether he's on to something - and whether there's any way it could happen under a Starmer government. Meanwhile, the PM wants to supercharge the UK’s Artificial Intelligence capabilities – but should that be top of mind when the nation’s essential workers like teachers and nurses are still working with ailing technology? Plus, the pair consider the viability – and morality – of a universal basic income. Would it reduce poverty? Or lead to laziness?  You could have been listening to this episode of EMQs early and ad-free! And not only that… join Political Currency’s KITCHEN CABINET to enjoy early and ad-free listening, access to live EMQs recordings, and exclusive Political Currency merch. Subscribe now: patreon.com/politicalcurrency Production support: Caillin McDaid Technical Producer: Oliver Geraghty Producer: Rosie Stopher and Miriam Hall  Executive Producers: Ellie Clifford  Political Currency is a Persephonica Production and is part of the Acast Creator Network.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Subscribe now on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min

  2. 5 DAYS AGO

    Should Starmer replace Reeves?

    After a tough week, Keir Starmer’s been forced to publicly proclaim Rachel Reeves has his full support – and to hose down suggestions she won’t make the full parliament. Ed Balls and George Osborne weigh in on just how politically fatal it would be to ditch a Chancellor six months into the Labour leadership.  The second Trump presidency is now a matter of days away, so how will this new American political era play out on the world stage? Why are some Trump opponents approaching the Trump sequel with more acceptance this time around?  Finally, Ed and George are sharing their predictions for the looming annual World Economic Forum conference in Davos. This year, it’s coinciding with another big event – the US Presidential Inauguration. Has Davos become less relevant in recent years? How will issues like climate and DEI be addressed in response to the incoming President? Become a member of POLITICAL CURRENCY GOLD 🏅 to support the podcast, enjoy ad-free listening to all our episodes and receive early access to EMQs. Subscribe now: patreon.com/politicalcurrency or on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/politicalcurrency Producers: Caillin McDaid, Miriam Hall and Rosie Stopher Technical Producer: Oliver Geraghty Executive Producer: Ellie Clifford Political Currency is a Persephonica Production and is part of the Acast Creator Network. Subscribe now on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    55 min
  3. EMQs: Time to take Trump seriously?

    13 JAN

    EMQs: Time to take Trump seriously?

    George Osborne and Ed Balls are back for their first round of questions of the year, ready to mull the big conundrums of 2025! Craig Oliver, former director of Politics and Communications in David Cameron’s No 10, asks the pair to weigh in on the upcoming Trump Presidency. Do we need to take him seriously – and literally – this time around?  In the wake of our Inside No 10: David Cameron - The First Six Months series, should Labour have taken a leaf from the Cameron/Osborne era and painted a fuller picture of their economic approach while in opposition? And, Ed and George consider Keir Starmer’s national security adviser – is there anything amiss with the appointment of Jonathan Powell? Or does it make sense?  You could have been listening to this episode of EMQs early and ad-free! And not only that… join Political Currency’s KITCHEN CABINET to enjoy early and ad-free listening, access to live EMQs recordings, and exclusive Political Currency merch. Subscribe now: patreon.com/politicalcurrency Production support: Caillin McDaid Technical Producer: Will Gibson Smith Producer: Rosie Stopher, James Shield and Miriam Hall  Executive Producers: Dino Sofos Political Currency is a Persephonica Production and is part of the Acast Creator Network.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Subscribe now on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min

  4. 9 JAN

    Reeves’ bond market headache

    Is Rachel Reeves starting 2025 with a bond market headache? Ed Balls and George Osborne explain how global trends and UK inflation might just mean she’s boxed herself in… again.  Meanwhile, Elon Musk’s growing interest in British politics – and hatred of Keir Starmer – has erupted into a row over the grooming gangs scandal. What would Ed and George do in Starmer’s position? And what are the long and short term political implications for Labour, the Tories and Nigel Farage’s Reform party. Plus, over in Canada, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation after a decade in power, and among the possible candidates mooted to replace him are two old friends of Ed and George’s: Former Bank of England Governor Mark Carney, and former deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland. Who will win out, and what will the future of Canada look like?  Political Currency has been nominated for the People's Choice award at the Political Podcast Awards. Please VOTE for Political Currency at https://politicalpodcastawards.co.uk/the-peoples-choice-award/ Join Political Currency’s KITCHEN CABINET to enjoy early and ad-free listening, access to live EMQs recordings, and exclusive Political Currency merch. Subscribe now: patreon.com/politicalcurrency Production support: Caillin McDaid Technical Producers: Will Gibson Smith and Danny Pape Producers: Miriam Hall, James Shield and Rosie Stopher Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Political Currency is a Persephonica Production and is part of the Acast Creator Network. Subscribe now on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 1m
  5. Inside No 10: David Cameron - The First Six Months (Part 3: The World Stage)

    6 JAN

    Inside No 10: David Cameron - The First Six Months (Part 3: The World Stage)

    How do you position yourself on the world stage? David Cameron might have been Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, but in this third episode he shares with Ed Balls and George Osborne the true reality of leading a small country in a big world. British soldiers in Afghanistan; Relations with China; The beginnings of a rupture in the UK-EU relationship. And he shares the more personal moments - like losing a parent - that still happen in the life of a human being who happens to be Prime Minister.  As Keir Starmer marks six months as Prime Minister, Political Currency is stepping back into 2010, when another former leader of the opposition took up the premiership. Across three episodes, Ed Balls and George Osborne are joined by David Cameron - from the moment he arrived at Downing Street, to dealing with a hostage crisis; taking on his first PMQs to the emotional loss of his father. This is Cameron as you’ve never heard him before - in conversation with both a former ally and adversary as they revisit the political moments that shaped a new government and a new leader. If you’ve listened to the first two episodes of Inside Number 10: David Cameron - The First Six Months and can’t wait for part 3, don’t!  All episodes are already available, ad-free for Political Currency Gold subscribers, as well as our subscriber exclusive Inquest episode. And, you can now join Political Currency’s KITCHEN CABINET to enjoy early and ad-free listening, access to live EMQs recordings, and exclusive Political Currency merch. Subscribe now: patreon.com/politicalcurrency Producers: Rosie Stopher, James Shield and John Rogers Technical Producer: Oliver Geraghty and Mikey Nissenbaum Production Support: Miriam Hall and Caillin McDaid Executive Producers: Ellie Clifford and Dino Sofos Political Currency is a Persephonica Production and is part of the Acast Creator Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Subscribe now on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  6. Inside No 10: David Cameron - The First Six Months | The Inquiry

    3 JAN · BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Inside No 10: David Cameron - The First Six Months | The Inquiry

    In this subscriber-exclusive episode, Ed Balls and George Osborne persuade David Cameron to share his advice to Keir Starmer as he ends his own first six months as Prime Minister, as well as new leader of the opposition, Kemi Badenoch. What lessons can Starmer learn from Cameron’s experience? And what do Ed and George think he should do next? Thank you for being a valued member of POLITICAL CURRENCY GOLD 🏅 We hope you've enjoyed listening to Inside No 10: David Cameron - The First Six Months before everyone else! Don't forget, if you haven't already, to check out our new extra special subscription. Become a member of Political Currency’s Kitchen Cabinet and get exclusive access to live EMQs recordings, briefings from the team, and an exclusive Political Currency mug. Head to patreon.com/politicalcurrency to find out more. Upgrade now: patreon.com/politicalcurrency

    30 min
  7. Inside No 10: David Cameron - The First Six Months (Part 2: The Austerity Budget)

    2 JAN

    Inside No 10: David Cameron - The First Six Months (Part 2: The Austerity Budget)

    How do you prepare the country for austerity? David Cameron joins Ed Balls and George Osborne to step back to the 2010 budget. From the true relationship between a Prime Minister and his Chancellor, to the careful decisions on departmental spending, to the very difficult task of selling cuts to a country that doesn’t want them, this is the reality of a Prime Minister before a government-defining fiscal event. As Keir Starmer marks six months as Prime Minister, Political Currency is stepping back into 2010, when another former leader of the opposition took up the premiership. Across three episodes, Ed Balls and George Osborne are joined by David Cameron - from the moment he arrived at Downing Street, to dealing with a hostage crisis; taking on his first PMQs to the emotional loss of his father. This is Cameron as you’ve never heard him before - in conversation with both a former ally and adversary as they revisit the political moments that shaped a new government and a new leader. If you’ve listened to the first episode of Inside Number 10: David Cameron - The First Six Months and can’t wait for part 2, don’t!  All episodes are already available, ad-free for Political Currency Gold subscribers, with bonus content coming later this week. And, you can now join Political Currency’s KITCHEN CABINET to enjoy early and ad-free listening, access to live EMQs recordings, and exclusive Political Currency merch. Subscribe now: patreon.com/politicalcurrency Producers: Rosie Stopher, James Shield and John Rogers Technical Producer: Oliver Geraghty and Mikey Nissenbaum Production Support: Miriam Hall and Caillin McDaid Executive Producers: Ellie Clifford and Dino Sofos Political Currency is a Persephonica Production and is part of the Acast Creator Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Subscribe now on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min
  8. Inside No 10: David Cameron - The First Six Months (Part 1: Prime Minister at last)

    30/12/2024

    Inside No 10: David Cameron - The First Six Months (Part 1: Prime Minister at last)

    What’s it really like to step through the black door of No 10 for the first time as Prime Minister? Ed Balls and George Osborne ask David Cameron about his “out-of-body” experience on the way to the palace, plus what it’s like organising a staff team who have just had to say goodbye to a government. They discuss how to handle the top job when life starts relentlessly throwing events at you, the surprising tasks - like letters of last resort - that suddenly become your responsibility, and whether a ruthless streak is the only way to succeed. As Keir Starmer marks six months as Prime Minister, Political Currency is stepping back into 2010, when another former leader of the opposition took up the premiership. Across three episodes, Ed Balls and George Osborne are joined by David Cameron - from the moment he arrived at Downing Street, to dealing with a hostage crisis; taking on his first PMQs to the emotional loss of his father. This is Cameron as you’ve never heard him before - in conversation with both a former ally and adversary as they revisit the political moments that shaped a new government and a new leader. If you’ve listened to the first episode of Inside Number 10: David Cameron - The First Six Months and can’t wait for part 2, don’t!  All episodes are already available, ad-free for Political Currency Gold subscribers, with bonus content coming later this week. And, you can now join Political Currency’s KITCHEN CABINET to enjoy early and ad-free listening, access to live EMQs recordings, and exclusive Political Currency merch. Subscribe now: patreon.com/politicalcurrency Producers: Rosie Stopher, James Shield and John Rogers Technical Producer: Oliver Geraghty and Mikey Nissenbaum Production Support: Miriam Hall and Caillin McDaid Executive Producers: Ellie Clifford and Dino Sofos Political Currency is a Persephonica Production and is part of the Acast Creator Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Subscribe now on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ed Balls and George Osborne take us behind closed doors into the rooms where decisions are made. Having battled it out across the despatch box, the former Chancellor and shadow chancellor now meet in the studio to discuss the decisions that affect the nation’s pockets. Our frenemies have the knowledge and experience to explain how good politics follows the economics - and expose how the powerful become powerless when faced with market forces and political currents they can’t control. Join us every Thursday. Send your messages or voice notes to questions@politicalcurrency.co.uk Find us on social media @polcurrency Political Currency is a Persephonica production. Subscribe now on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Persephonica
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    146
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Persephonica
  • Show Website
    Political Currency
  • Provider
    PERSEPHONICA LTD

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