166: EP 166 - Screeching Handbrake Turn with SIMON EVANS

166: EP 166 - Screeching Handbrake Turn with SIMON EVANS

Author: Geoff Norcott October 4, 2022 Duration: 53:01
Simon Evans returns to co-host this week as we mull over the Tories dramatic change of tac on tax. We also ponder the Left's blind-spot on racism and discuss the morality of eating discarded food.  Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true Order my BOOK amzn.to/2TNsKOU Check out my TIK-TOK www.tiktok.com/@geoffnorcott Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Geoff Norcott operates in a comedy world that often leans one way, but he brings a different, grounded perspective to the table. His What Most People Think with Geoff Norcott podcast is built on the idea that ordinary people have nuanced views on the social and political issues dominating the headlines. Each episode digs into those contentious topics with a blend of honesty and blunt humour, aiming for insight without unnecessary vitriol. You'll hear Geoff's own take, shaped by his experience as a right-leaning stand-up in a predominantly left-field industry, but the conversations truly come alive with guests from across the entire social and political spectrum. Regular contributors like Romesh Ranganathan, Katherine Ryan, Jonathan Pie, Andrew Doyle, and David Baddiel ensure no single viewpoint dominates the chat. The result is a surprisingly balanced and consistently funny exploration of what people really believe, away from the echo chambers. Tuning into this podcast means getting a candid, comedic audit of modern Britain, where disagreement is allowed and laughter is the constant.
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Duration: 46:37
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Duration: 47:45
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