Show 384. Claire Ward

Show 384. Claire Ward

Author: Avalon March 31, 2025 Duration: 53:12

Claire Ward


Claire is the first ever Elected Mayor for the East Midlands.


What does running the greatest region in the country involve?


How does Claire manage any rivalry or resentment between Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire?


Why is being a Mayor better than being an MP?


And what does this all mean for Nottingham Forest?


 

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There’s a unique space where politics and comedy meet, and that’s where you’ll find Matt Forde's Political Party. As a comedian and broadcaster who once worked as a political adviser, Matt brings a rare perspective to every conversation. This isn’t a standard news analysis show; it’s where serious discussion sheds its usual stiffness. The podcast features renowned politicians and policy experts, but the atmosphere is more like a candid backroom chat than a formal interview. Guests tend to open up in ways they might not elsewhere, leading to honest, revealing, and frequently hilarious exchanges. You’ll hear the inner workings of political life, the human stories behind the headlines, and the kind of frank opinions that are usually reserved for off-mic moments. Produced by Avalon, each episode leverages Matt’s insider knowledge and comedic timing to explore the personalities and ideas shaping current events. The result is a consistently engaging listen that demystifies the political world while never taking itself too seriously. Tune in for a refreshingly direct and entertaining take on the news.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Matt Forde's Political Party
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Duration: 1:00:42
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Duration: 1:08:22
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Duration: 30:18
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Duration: 1:21:42
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Show 384. Ryan Wain [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:29
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Duration: 1:00:51
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Duration: 59:00
It's the biscuit man!Gordon is a viral sensation thanks to his novel way of explaining the national debt using Custard Creams and Bourbons. This is an entertaining analysis of how to use social media and the wider politi…