Show 388. Gregor Poynton

Show 388. Gregor Poynton

Author: Avalon April 21, 2025 Duration: 56:20

Gregor was elected as the MP for Livingston in Labour's 2024 landslide. 


It was a full circle moment for the man who'd been the party's organiser in the 2005 Livingston by-election following the death of Robin Cook. 


He went on to work for Blue State Digital, the team who masterminded Obama's 2008 and 2012 campaigns. 


This is a masterclass is the art of campaigning from one of Morgan McSweeney's former colleagues. 


Plus, why he loves checked shirts so much. 


 

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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

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