Welcome to Edition 1 of the TTWP pod. Dr Shola Mos-Shogbamimu & Nels Abbey, two of Britain's foremost political commentators, who are also both authors, join journalist and broadcaster, Marverine Cole. They reflect on the rollercoaster of last week's fallout from the comments made about Diane Abbott - Britain's first ever Black MP - by Conservative party donor Frank Hester. They discuss their personal views on the comments, as well as reflecting on the Conservative and Labour party's respective reactions Hester's comments, with an assessment of how Black British communities are likely to interpret it all (19 March 2024)
The Trouble With Politics is a podcast offering new views & voices, discussing the state of British politics, exploring alternative ways of engaging with & doing politics. Hosted by journalist & broadcaster, Marverine Cole, we'll speak to voters, the elected, heck even those who are willing to stand for election, those who feel left unrepresented by politicians, and those seeking new ways to reinvigorate the UK's political system.
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