Rogues' State Podcast

Mark Oaten and Lembit Öpik
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Welcome to Rogues' State Podcast, formerly known as 'The Very Liberal Podcast', with Mark Oaten and Lembit Öpik - two of the most infamous MPs you’ve probably never heard of. Join them as they provide their unique insight into political events, settle some old scores, and share some scandalous tales from their time in Westminster!

  1. 01/31/2025

    Power, Promises and Scandals

    In this episode, Oaten and Öpik dive into some hard-hitting topics such as: US presidents, of past and present - Rest In Peace, Jimmy Carter Grooming gangs - who did what, and who covered up what? The current state of the UK's national health service (NHS) Be sure to let them know what other topics you'd like them to cover in future episodes, and thanks for listening!

    24 min

  2. 01/18/2025

    Here's to 2025!

    Welcome to the first episode of Rogues' State Podcast, formerly known as 'The Very Liberal Podcast'. A new year called for a new look, but still the same faces you've come to know and love. And yes, they still bicker just as much! Highlights of episode 1 including, but not limited to: 2025 predictions for each political party Elon Musk - barmy, or spot on? Reeves' visit to China British Airways

    25 min

  3. 10/09/2024

    Are Labour in crisis?

    Labour promised that things could only get better. Now, three months after the election, is the Labour government already in crisis? Is Britain a nation in decline? Do the Conservative leadership contenders have what it takes? Whatever happened to Reform? Oaten and Opik reflect on recent events in politics. All the big questions are answered in The Very Liberal Podcast.

    18 min

  4. 09/22/2024

    The Party Conferences Unwrapped

    Oaten and Opik reflect on the Liberal Democrat and Reform UK Party Conferences 2024. Are the Lib Dems the real opposition? Where do the Lib Dems go from here? Can Reform UK form a grassroots movement? Could Nigel Farage really become Prime Minister in 2024? Plus Oaten and Opik share personal memories of conferences of yesteryear.

    24 min

  5. 09/05/2024

    Is Free Speech Under Attack?

    Oaten and Opik wade into the debate about free speech, religious freedom, and cancel culture. Is free speech under attack? Is social media a force for good or ill in society? Should it be a crime to cause offence? Mark and Lembit come to blows as always in a special episode of The Very Liberal Podcast. This episode contains strong language and discussion of themes which some viewers may find triggering.

    26 min

  6. 08/28/2024

    Rocking the Vote: Prisons, Presidents, and Pompeii

    Mark's back from Pompeii with some X-Rated stories! Oaten and Opik discuss Labour's warnings for the country, the rise of Kamala Harris in the US Presidential Election, and the return of Oasis. Mark and Lembit also reveal what famous double-acts they want back. The answers may surprise you.

    24 min

  7. 08/19/2024

    Foreign Affairs

    Oaten and Opik are back from their summer holidays and talking foreign affairs. What happens next in Ukraine and America? Can Kamala Harris win the American Presidential election?

    14 min

  8. 08/10/2024

    Anarchy in the U.K.

    BONUS EPISODE: Oaten and Opik discuss the ongoing riots in the United Kingdom and debate the causes and effects.

    15 min
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Welcome to Rogues' State Podcast, formerly known as 'The Very Liberal Podcast', with Mark Oaten and Lembit Öpik - two of the most infamous MPs you’ve probably never heard of. Join them as they provide their unique insight into political events, settle some old scores, and share some scandalous tales from their time in Westminster!

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  • Creator
    Mark Oaten and Lembit Öpik
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Mark Oaten and Lembit Öpik
  • Show Website
    Rogues' State Podcast