# rock roll politics (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover rock roll politics. Page: Feed: --- ## [Can Burnham revive Labour in Scotland and Wales?](https://shows.acast.com/rock-roll-politics-with-steve-richards/episodes/can-burnham-revive-labour-in-scotland-and-wales) _2026-08-25 · Rock & Roll Politics with Steve Richards_ The May elections triggered the ultimate drama – a change of prime minister. This meant reflections on the actual results were limited yet in Scotland and Wales they were of historic significance. The SNP rules again and now Plaid Cymru is in charge too. What does that mean for the Burnham ‘bounce’ and the impact of devolution on Labour? • Find out if you’re owed on car finance at… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c2c5dafce4b829c58d1726/e/6a8c3a70a89d26398efa57cd/media.mp3) ## [Will Andy Burnham call an early election?](https://shows.acast.com/rock-roll-politics-with-steve-richards/episodes/will-andy-burnham-call-an-early-election) _2026-08-18 · Rock & Roll Politics with Steve Richards_ It’s the question asked of all incoming mid term prime ministers - should they get their own mandate? Should they call an election during their early honeymoon? But the risks- always - are huge. To join in the never-ending debate in the Rock & Roll Politics co-operative, email steveric14@icloud.com Rock & Roll Politics is live at the Edinburgh Fringe right now - every day, including weekends -… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c2c5dafce4b829c58d1726/e/6a831ec8ff328abd848e9367/media.mp3) ## [What to read on our summer holidays?](https://shows.acast.com/rock-roll-politics-with-steve-richards/episodes/what-to-read-on-our-summer-holidays) _2026-08-11 · Rock & Roll Politics with Steve Richards_ At the height of summer here are some political book recommendations from the distant past. Plus: how to hold local councils and mayors to account, and can the co-operative sort out FIFA? To join in the never-ending debate in the Rock & Roll Politics co-operative, email steveric14@icloud.com Rock & Roll Politics is live at the Edinburgh Fringe from this Sunday August 16th, with 14 shows, and a… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c2c5dafce4b829c58d1726/e/6a79e3e5523b3dfcd85812e3/media.mp3) ## [The right is split three ways. What are the consequences?](https://shows.acast.com/rock-roll-politics-with-steve-richards/episodes/the-right-is-split-three-ways-what-are-the-consequences) _2026-08-04 · Rock & Roll Politics with Steve Richards_ In the recent Greater Manchester mayoral contest the Conservatives finished behind Reform UK and Restore Britain. The right are split three ways for the first time in British political history, where usually the left vote fractures fatally. What are the implications as Andy Burnham makes his early moves? Rock & Roll Politics is live at the Edinburgh Festival from Sunday 16th of August with a… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c2c5dafce4b829c58d1726/e/6a70a19dc41b8c1d3014c04d/media.mp3) ## [Can Andy Burnham deliver a National Care Service?](https://shows.acast.com/rock-roll-politics-with-steve-richards/episodes/can-andy-burnham-deliver-a-national-care-service) _2026-07-28 · Rock & Roll Politics with Steve Richards_ A whole series of prime ministers have promised a National Care service, but none have delivered. Can Andy Burnham? Plus brilliant questions in our never-ending debate on the opening of the Burnham era and the political drama in France. Rock & Roll Politics is live at the Edinburgh Festival from Sunday 16th of August with a different show each day. Tickets are available here. Subscribe to Patreon… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c2c5dafce4b829c58d1726/e/6a673b89cc8464e5cd7e2e0a/media.mp3) ## [Are we going back to the 1970s?](https://shows.acast.com/rock-roll-politics-with-steve-richards/episodes/are-we-going-back-to-the-1970s) _2026-07-24 · Rock & Roll Politics with Steve Richards_ Less than a week since Andy Burnham has become Prime Minister, the Greek chorus of commentators have warned that Britain is ‘going back to the 1970s’. But what do they mean, and does it make any sense? To join in the never-ending debate in the Rock & Roll Politics co-operative, email steveric14@icloud.com Subscribe to Patreon here for exclusive extra content and bonus episodes, plus the regular… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c2c5dafce4b829c58d1726/e/6a62241a562e3ad886f05585/media.mp3) ## [Will Andy Burnham’s new cabinet deliver the biggest change in 40 years?](https://shows.acast.com/rock-roll-politics-with-steve-richards/episodes/will-andy-burnhams-new-cabinet-deliver-the-biggest-change-in) _2026-07-21 · Rock & Roll Politics with Steve Richards_ Andy Burnham has promised the biggest change in 40 years. Is his new cabinet ready to deliver - and does he know how to bring about the change he seeks? To join in the never-ending debate in the Rock & Roll Politics co-operative, email steveric14@icloud.com Subscribe to Patreon here for exclusive extra content and bonus episodes, plus the regular podcast a day early and ad-free. Rock N Roll… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c2c5dafce4b829c58d1726/e/6a5f8130f41ee74e3304c550/media.mp3) ## [Was Keir Starmer more of a change-maker than he seemed?](https://shows.acast.com/rock-roll-politics-with-steve-richards/episodes/was-keir-starmer-more-of-a-change-maker-than-he-seemed) _2026-07-17 · Rock & Roll Politics with Steve Richards_ Keir Starmer takes a bow amidst much talk that he lacked a mission and sense of governing purpose… but what happens if we follow the policy trail rather than all the noise around his leadership? In some respects he was more boldly radical than Tony Blair in his first two years as prime minister. To join in the never-ending debate in the Rock & Roll Politics co-operative, email… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c2c5dafce4b829c58d1726/e/6a58f6e0f782764c4cf91b98/media.mp3) ## [What are the lessons in the fall and rise of Louise Haigh?](https://shows.acast.com/rock-roll-politics-with-steve-richards/episodes/what-are-the-lessons-in-the-fall-and-rise-of-louise-haigh) _2026-07-14 · Rock & Roll Politics with Steve Richards_ Louise Haigh is a key figure in Andy Burnham’s team and will be back in the cabinet next week when Burnham becomes Prime Minister - a remarkable comeback given she was sacked as Transport Secretary only months after taking up the post. Haigh was widely admired during her brief period in the job but was targeted by Number 10. Now those who targeted her are gone, and she is at the centre of the new… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c2c5dafce4b829c58d1726/e/6a54fd007987e974eae5cddb/media.mp3) ## [Will a contest against Binface make Farage more prime-ministerial?](https://shows.acast.com/rock-roll-politics-with-steve-richards/episodes/will-a-contest-against-binface-make-farage-more-prime-minist) _2026-07-10 · Rock & Roll Politics with Steve Richards_ Farage faces Count Binface in his latest campaign. As a potential prime minister, isn’t there a better use of his time? Plus, Bridget Phillipson on how education can be an instrument of freedom, and the challenges of devolution. Subscribe to Patreon here for exclusive extra content and bonus episodes, plus the regular podcast a day early and ad-free. Rock & Roll Politics is live at Kings Place in… [Listen](https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/69c2c5dafce4b829c58d1726/e/6a4fb0902b60482dd2553f7d/media.mp3) ## [Non-custodial Crypto Payments & Escrow (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/FUZowvtBavLB) _2026-07-10 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto with trustless escrow, instant confirmations, and no KYC ## [How much trouble is Nigel Farage in?](https://shows.acast.com/rock-roll-politics-with-steve-richards/episodes/how-much-trouble-is-nigel-farage-in) _2026-07-07 · Rock & Roll Politics with Steve Richards_ The Reform leader is facing more allegations about donations made before he was an MP. Can he lead a ‘people’s revolt’ when stories erupt around him that suggest he is far removed from ‘the people’? To join in the never-ending debate in the Rock & Roll Politics co-operative, email steveric14@icloud.com • Special offer! 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