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Electoral Dysfunction Sky News
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4.7 • 21 Ratings
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Beth Rigby. Jess Phillips. Ruth Davidson.
Three political powerhouses unite to unravel the spin and explain what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond.
Every episode, they will examine politicians, what they stand for and how they sell polices as UK politics enters a new era.
They will work out which politicians are coming out on top and who is having an Electoral Dysfunction – and what it all actually means for you.
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Are the Labour rebels “totally out of order”?
For information about Electoral Dysfunction Live, go to: https://www.aegpresents.co.uk/event/electoral-dysfunction-live/
Labour grandee Harriet Harmen is back on the podcast and joins Beth and Ruth to unpick Keir Starmer’s first PMQs as Prime Minister.
The ladies look ahead to what Chanceller Rachel Reeves is going to say about the state of the country's finances after 14 years of Conservative rule, and Harriet gives her take on the seven Labour rebels on the 2-child benefit cap, and look.
Plus, what impact will Kamala Harris have on the Democrats chances of beating Trump's Republicans?
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We've got some news!
Beth and Ruth are just popping up in the feed with some news.
Hopefully you’ve all got a free night in September!
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Has Keir Starmer reset Britain's relationship with the world?
Special guest, Labour's Emily Thornberry, joins Beth and Ruth to discuss Sir Keir Starmer's position on the world stage.
They examine what was in the King's Speech and talk about the prime minister's meeting of foreign leaders at Blenheim Palace.
They also talk about violence against politicians following the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, and Emily shares her own experience while campaigning.
Email Beth and Ruth, at electoraldysfunction@sky.uk, post on X to @BethRigby, or send a WhatsApp voice note on 07934 200 444.
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Jess Phillips gets a promotion
Labour MP and now government minister Jess Phillips is back for one last episode with Beth and Ruth.
On this episode they discuss Jess' appointment as a Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State in the Home Office - and why she can't continue with the podcast.
They also talk about the Prime Minister's trip to Washington for the NATO summit and questions over whether Joe Biden should pull out of the 2024 US presidential election race.
Email Beth, Ruth, and Jess at electoraldysfunction@sky.uk, post on X to @BethRigby, or send a WhatsApp voice note on 07934 200 444. -
The election debrief
Labour MP Jess Phillips is back with Beth and Ruth to un-pick the election results.
On this episode they discuss how Jess was heckled when she narrowly held her seat of Birmingham Yardley.
They also look at the wider Labour results and talk about Rishi Sunak’s resignation speech, as well as discussing why Reform and the Liberal Democrats took seats from the two main parties.
In response to this episode, the Workers Party of Britain said:
"Labour are on their way out in Birmingham, because of their betrayal of ordinary people.
"We will keep banging the drum and rid Labour from this great city."
Email Beth, Ruth, and Jess at electoraldysfunction@sky.uk, post on X to @BethRigby, or send a WhatsApp voice note on 07934 200 444.
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What to watch out for and how to prepare for election night
Former Labour adviser Ayesha Hazarika is back with Beth and Ruth for the last few days of the election campaign.
On this episode they discuss how Beth is preparing for election night – what constituencies to look out for and they give a listener advice on election snacks.
They also discuss the final days of campaigning and why the Tories are attacking Keir Starmer for suggesting he will finish work at 6pm on a Friday night if he becomes Prime Minister.
Email Beth, Ruth, and Ayesha at electoraldysfunction@sky.uk, post on X to @BethRigby, or send a WhatsApp voice note on 07934 200 444.
Customer Reviews
Go ladies, go.
Brilliant show. Funny, honest and occasionally insights from a very different perspective. Thank the good lord for the respect shown for each other. Refreshing. Go ladies, go.
Shocking
To be honest this is the most shocking political pod I’ve listened to. I cannot understand how someone as obviously liberal , kind and funny as Ruth Davidson be a Conservative? Surely she must being held against her will somehow?
Devoted UK political junkie
I’m an American who turned to UK politics when the US’s became too awful. I love Beth’s interviews and the behind the scenes banter beforehand. I look forward to this podcast every week.