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The Political Party

The Political Party

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Comedian, Broadcaster (and former political adviser) Matt Forde presents The Political Party, the show where renowned politicians and experts open up and give their most honest, revealing and often hilarious answers.

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Politics & Government
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  • Show 392. Alan Rhodes
    May 19 2025

    Alan Rhodes


    A few weeks ago Reform took control of Nottinghamshire County Council on a landslide.


    How did this happen and why didn't Nottinghamshire vote Labour instead?


    Alan Rhodes has been a Labour councillor in Nottinghamshire for nearly 40 years.


    He understands the shifting politics of the county and the country.


    This is a fantastic analysis of what's happening at a local and national level.


    It's also a brilliant insight into local government with a dedicated public servant.


    Enjoy!

    COME AND SEE THE POLITICAL PARTY LIVE!

    9 June: Kemi Badenoch

    14 July: Michael Gove


    Plus more to be announced...

    Get tickets for all shows here: https://nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-forde/

    GET FREE tickets to Radio 4's The Matt Forde Focus Group here: https://www.sroaudiences.com/application.asp?show_id=579


    DONATE to the RNOH Charity here:

    https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/mattforde


    SEE Matt at on tour until June 2025, including his extra date at The Nottingham Playhouse: https://www.mattforde.com/live-shows

    29 May: Chipping Norton Theatre

    30 May: Swindon Arts Centre

    4 June: Leeds City Varieties

    5 June: Nottingham Playhouse

    6 June: Cambridge Junction

    12 June: York, The Crescent

    13 June: Chelmsford Theatre

    14 June: Faversham, The Alex

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    1 hr
  • Show 391. Wes Streeting - LIVE
    May 14 2025

    Wes Streeting - LIVE


    The Health Secretary is on cracking form as he defends Labour's progress so far but demonstrates a clear impatience to deliver change as quickly as possible.


    We discuss all the big questions:


    What is Labour getting right?


    Are the government scared of Reform?


    What is that cucumber for?


    It'll all make sense...


    COME AND SEE THE POLITICAL PARTY LIVE!

    9 June: Kemi Badenoch

    14 July: Michael Gove


    Plus more to be announced...

    Get tickets for all shows here: https://nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-forde/

    GET FREE tickets to Radio 4's The Matt Forde Focus Group here: https://www.sroaudiences.com/application.asp?show_id=579


    DONATE to the RNOH Charity here:

    https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/mattforde


    SEE Matt at on tour until June 2025, including his extra date at The Nottingham Playhouse: https://www.mattforde.com/live-shows

    29 May: Chipping Norton Theatre

    30 May: Swindon Arts Centre

    4 June: Leeds City Varieties

    5 June: Nottingham Playhouse

    6 June: Cambridge Junction

    12 June: York, The Crescent

    13 June: Chelmsford Theatre

    14 June: Faversham, The Alex

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • Show 390. John McTernan
    May 5 2025

    Local Elections Analysis with John McTernan


    Why were the local elections so bad for Labour and how do they reverse their fortunes?


    Is there a ceiling on Nigel Farage's popularity?


    Does Labour lack confidence?


    This is a dose of mega political strategy with Tony Blair's former Political Secretary.


    It's electric.

    COME AND SEE THE POLITICAL PARTY LIVE!

    12 May: Wes Streeting

    9 June: Kemi Badenoch

    14 July: Michael Gove


    Plus more to be announced...

    Get tickets for all shows here: https://nimaxtheatres.com/shows/the-political-party-with-matt-forde/

    GET FREE tickets to Radio 4's The Matt Forde Focus Group here: https://www.sroaudiences.com/application.asp?show_id=579


    DONATE to the RNOH Charity here:

    https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/mattforde


    SEE Matt at on tour until June 2025, including his extra date at The Nottingham Playhouse: https://www.mattforde.com/live-shows

    29 May: Chipping Norton Theatre

    30 May: Swindon Arts Centre

    4 June: Leeds City Varieties

    5 June: Nottingham Playhouse

    6 June: Cambridge Junction

    12 June: York, The Crescent

    13 June: Chelmsford Theatre

    14 June: Faversham, The Alex

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Show More Show Less
    46 mins

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