Bare Naked Politics

Liz Truss is out. Rishi Sunak is in. What?! How did that happen, and how come the process was so fast this time? Julia runs through the ins-and-outs to bring you up to speed on the last week's hectic events. If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page. Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x and follow the Bare Naked Politics Instagram page to ask questions and get  updates, explainers and teasers. This episode was co-produced by Hanna Andersen.

What the actual *hell* is going on with the UK economy? What were Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng's new policies, why did the OBR and the Bank of England object so much? And did he seriously not even consult with the Cabinet on this? Get the full rundown - on simple terms - with Julia Belle. Julia is also joined by financial journalist, author and editor John Hatfield. This episode was co-produced by Hanna Andersen. If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page. Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x and follow the Bare Naked Politics Instagram page to ask questions and get  updates, explainers and teasers.

It's official, we have a new Prime Minister in the UK: Liz Truss. So how did it happen, what's her plan, and who is she? Julia unpacks it all on indecently simple terms. If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia and keep the podcast going, check out her Patreon page. Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x and follow the Bare Naked Politics Instagram page to ask questions and get updates, explainers and teasers. This episode was co-produced by Maddie Paige. 

We're down to the final phase of this dramatic Conservative Party leadership race. There were eight, and now there are two. How did we get here, who will win, and when will the new PM step into Number 10? As always, Julia strips it all back and makes it indecently clear.  If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces. Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x and follow the Bare Naked Politics Instagram page to ask questions and get  updates, explainers and teasers. This episode was co-produced by Hanna Andersen.

Boris Johnson stepped down as the Conservative Party leader, but he’s clinging onto Number 10. How does that work? How did we get here? And what happens next? Also... Who might replace him?! Julia explains it all - and you won’t find a single place where it’s put simpler.  If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x and follow the Bare Naked Politics Instagram page to ask questions and get  updates, explainers and teasers. This episode was co-produced by Maddie Paige. 

Proposals are being put forward to completely change the way Welsh politics works: From the way people vote, to how many politicians will represent them.  Jess Blair, director of the Electoral Reform Society Cymru guides Julia through these new ideas, and Julia explores the views of thoe who oppose them. If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes. Follow the Bare Naked Politics Instagram page for updates, explainers and teasers. Check out Jess's Twitter here. And the ERS Cymru Twitter is here.

Johnson survived the vote of no confidence... but so did Theresa May, and look what happened there. Will history repeat itself? And what does this mean for the two upcoming by elections? If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes. And follow the new podcast instagram page @barenakedpolitics !! This episode was co-produced by Hanna Anderson. 

That's right, we have it, all 60 pages (with pictures!) So what does it say? What are the impacts? And how did the PM and others respond? Get all your answers in one place, with Julia Belle. If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes. And follow the new podcast instagram page @barenakedpolitics !! This episode was co-produced by Maddie Paige. 

Why are the UK government trying to change the Brexit agreement? Didn't we co-write it?! And how does the Northern Irish Parliament hang in the balance? Julia unpacks the latest developments with Queens University Belfast professor and The UK in a Changing Europe senior fellow, Katy Hayward.  You can check out Katy's Twitter here.   If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes. And check out the podcast's new instagram @barenakedpolitics !

What is 'beergate', and could it really result in the Labour leader's resignation? Julia runs through what we know, plus a quick chat about the impacts of last week's local election. If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes. And follow the new podcast instagram page @barenakedpolitics !! This episode was co-produced by Madie Howard.

Are the government for real?  Julia runs through what we know about this policy idea, plus she speaks to Human Rights Barrister, Rehana Popal, who explains whether it’s even legal. You can check out Rehana's Twitter here.   If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  If you want to nab yourself a pair of her ‘VOTE’ earrings in collaboration with @DesignByWingers click HERE and remember to use the code JULIA10 at checkout to save 10%! Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes. And follow the new podcast instagram page @barenakedpolitics !! This episode was researched and co-produced by Hanna Andersen.

What’s the deal with Sunak’s wife’s tax status? Why are opposition MP’s calling for him to resign? And what’s the latest with the cost of living crisis and the Chancellor's spring statement?  Julia runs through it all, plus she chats to Ana - co-owner of The Oven Door bakery in Yorkshire - who holds nothing back in laying out the real-world effects of the cost of living crisis on her business.  This episode was researched and co-produced by Maddie Paige.  If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  Follow Martin Lewis on Twitter here.  Check out The Oven Door here.  Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes.

What’s the latest with Party Gate? Which Downing Street staffers got fines from the Police, and is that a fireable offence?  Of course, the big question is: If Boris Johnson does get a fine for breaking lockdown rules... will he still face a vote of no confidence?  If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  If you want to nab yourself a pair of her ‘VOTE’ earrings in collaboration with @DesignByWingers click HERE and remember to use the code JULIA10 at checkout to save 10%! Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes. This episode was co-prpduced by Hanna Andersen. 

As Russian Troops withdrew the last of their troops from the surrounding areas of Kyiv, the signs of brutality and devastation have been revealed, and now the International Criminal Court has launched an investigation.   In the second half of the episode, Julia speaks to a family friend, Harvey, who drove to the Ukrainina border - as part of a convoy of vans- to drop of tonnes of supplies.   Click here to discover more about the charity Harvey worked with ‘Ukraine Sunflower Aid’  Link to sign up to the ‘Homes for Ukraine’ Scheme: Phil’s Archipelago album, with all profits going to the DEC to help Ukrainian Refugees: Watch the YouTube video introduction and buy it here. Check out these charities if you want to donate or volunteer: Disaster Emergency Committee Choose Love (Help Refugees) Unicef WHO - Emergency Appeal for Ukraine If you found the episode helpful and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces. Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes. 

Julia runs through the UK government's approach to the humanitarian crisis resulting from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Are they doing enough? Link to sign up to the ‘Homes for Ukraine’ Scheme: https://homesforukraine.campaign.gov.uk/ Phil’s Archipelago album, with all profits going to the DEC to help Ukrainian Refugees: Watch the YouTube video introduction and buy it here.  Check out these charities if you want to donate or volunteer: Disaster Emergency Committee Choose Love (Help Refugees) Unicef WHO - Emergency Appeal for Ukraine If you found the episode helpful and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes.

What is life like for an MP? How do you get the job? And does Westminster politics feel like a school yard? Julia sits down with one of her favourite people in politics, Mhairi Black MP, for a free-flowing, tell-all chat. You can check out Mhairi’s Twitter here.  And her Instagram here.  If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes.

Putin announced on 24th February 2022 that Russian forces were to conduct a 'special military operation' in Ukraine. Amidst extremely disturbing imagery from the ground, there are also endless questions: Why is Putin doing this? What can NATO and their allies do about it? And is nuclear war ever a possibility? Julia brought Dr Trevor McCrisken back to run through the latest. You can check out Trevor’s Twitter here.   If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes.

What is happening between Russia and Ukraine? Why are the UK and the USA (and others) involved? And are we seriously on the brink of war?  Julia unpacks the truth with Associate Professor of Politics and International Studies at the University of Warwick, Trevor McCrisken. You can check out Trevor’s Twitter here.   If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes.

It is becoming fundamentally more expensive, simply to be alive in the UK. But why? Where have these rising prices come from? What is behind soaring inflation rates? What are the government doing about it, and can we do anything to help ourselves?  Julia is joined by Economist Andy, who helps to explain the basics.  If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  If you want to nab yourself a pair of her ‘VOTE’ earrings in collaboration with @DesignByWingers click HERE and remember to use the code JULIA10 at checkout to save 10%! Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes.

Sue Gray has released a 12-page report with her findings regarding rule-breaking parties held at Downing Street. So... let’s have it... What did it say!? Why is the report so short? And will Boris Johnson have to resign?  If you liked the episode and you want to support Julia, check out her Patreon page where she uploads exclusive content such as interviews, updates and opinion pieces.  If you want to nab yourself a pair of her ‘VOTE’ earrings in collaboration with @DesignByWingers click HERE and remember to use the code JULIA10 at checkout to save 10%! Follow Julia on Instagram and Twitter @juliabelle_x to ask her questions for future episodes.