Two Stories of Politics, Peace and Gold on this episode with two main topics.
"Side A" of this episode is about Ramsay MacDonald, the first Prime Minister of the UK for the Labour Party what was in the 1920's considered the most radical elements of society. He becomes the sometimes forgotten proponent of the special relationship with America.
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Jul 9
1989 MAYORAL PRIMARY, IN NEW YORK CITY, AND TODAY
Ed Koch is a pretty popular guy in the 1980's. He's come to personify New York. But after 3 terms and two easy victories, he's in the fight of his political life. We talk about it, and why people are comparing it to today's events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon ... Show More
29m 48s
Sep 2023
'The West Wing' Premieres (1999) w/ Hrishikesh Hirway
It’s September 21st. This day in 1999, Aaron Sorkin’s podcast “The West Wing” premiered on NBC.
Jody, Niki, and Kellie are joined by fellow Radiotopian Hrishikesh Hirway to talk about the political influence and legacy of the show.
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23m 16s
Oct 2023
E81: Miners' strikes 1972-4
Podcast episode about strikes by miners in Britain in 1972 and 1974, in conversation with Dave Douglass.
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46m 8s
Feb 2023
Laddie Boy! First Celebrity Presidential Pet (1929)
It’s February 2nd. This day in 1929, Laddie Boy died and the country mourned.
Jody, NIki, and Kellie discuss Warren Harding’s dog, and why he was such a beloved celebrity.
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