Starmer (almost) Stands Up To Trump - Feat. Rachel Fairburn

Starmer (almost) Stands Up To Trump - Feat. Rachel Fairburn

Author: Geoff Norcott January 20, 2026 Duration: 44:15
The lovely Rachel Fairburn returns to share her thoughts on Donald attempting to buy Greenland in the latest ground of global Monopoly. We analyse Keir's half-hearted effort to show a bit backbone. We also discuss Stephen Bartlett in trouble with Feminists for suggesting single men need to help finding a woman. In the Patreon only section we look at Zia Yusuf's hostility to the idea of opposing politicians getting along. CATCH ME ON MY TOUR ‘Basic Bloke 2: There’s No Bloke Without Fire’. Book tickets here: https://www.livenation.co.uk/geoff-norcott-tickets-adp1252793JOIN the Podcast Patreon and receive each episode early, AD-FREE & with bonus content https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true Join my MAILING LIST for priority Tour booking & special offers https://signup.ymlp.com/xgyueuwbgmgb 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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217: EP 217 - DOES THE COMEDY INDUSTRY HAVE A PROBLEM? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:45
This week I get into all the issues in and around the Russell Brand allegations, asking the question of whether or not comedy has a specific problem. I also talk about Starmer cos-playing as PM and how you can be too tir…
216: EP 216 - MAN OF STEEL 2 (return of Mark Steel) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:17
Delighted to have Mark Steel back on the show. We spoke about EU flags, plastic fags, dangerous dogs and favourite service stations. It was a lovely chat and very funny. Pre-order my new BOOK https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bri…
214: EP 214 - ULooze - Sadiq Squares up to Motorists [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:38
This week I climb into Sadiq's expansion of Ulez to greater London. I ask when he's ever going to do something popular with everybody. I also talk about being a parent and the responsibility of telling them bad stuff fro…
212: EP 212 - Snow White and the Two Gammons w/ LEO KEARSE [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:30
A very funny episode this week as me and Leo get bent out of shape by woke posturing around the news Disney Snow White film. We also talk about how the govts small boats week backfired spectacularly and why you should be…
211: EP 211 - Starmer Chameleon with IAN STONE [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:06
This is such a funny episode. Co-host Ian Stone was on great form. Despite being a centre-left guy, he's not too fond of Mr Starmer. I also launch a defence for Tories earning big money from second jobs, whilst we try to…
210: EP 210 - The Secrets of Modern Advertising [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:17
I'm on holiday this week, so I pre-recorded a fascinating chat with advertising guru Paul Burke. Paul spills the beans on a number of secrets from the progressive obsessed world of modern advertising. Not only that he ta…
209: EP 209 - Post election shakedown with MATT FORDE [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:23
Delighted to have Matt Forde co-hosting this week. After some very old sounding chat about recent gigs we've been to, I pick Matt's considerable political brain over last week's by election results. He's very forthright…
208: EP 208 - Micky Mouse Degrees & Hypocrisies with NICK DIXON [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:53
The brilliant Nick Dixon returns to co-host as we mull over Rishi's university onslaught, Keir's back-peddling, hypocrisy over the Huw Edwards scandal and whether or not a man should call his genitals the 'ice breaker'.…