The Nathan Eckersley Podcast

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Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people, new episodes published every Monday. A real-life political encyclopaedia; on his podcast you’re going to learn something new and hear different opinions from around the world about the biggest issues. Nathan Eckersley records The Nathan Eckersley Podcast live from Manchester every Sunday afternoon, from 3pm-4pm (UK) on W!ZARD Radio Station. Listen to the live broadcast on: www.wizardradio.com/listen to get involved. read less
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Benedict Rogers - The UK's Response to China
01-05-2023
Benedict Rogers - The UK's Response to China
Benedict Rogers is an author, human rights activist and the Co-Founder of Hong Kong Watch. As a journalist, he is a regular contributor to The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and The Huffington Post and has appeared on BBC, CNN, Sky, Al Jazeera and more. He is also the Deputy Chairman of the Conservative Party's human rights commission and the co-founder of the International Coalition to Stop Crimes Against Humanity in North Korea. He joins Nathan Eckersley to talk about James Cleverly's Mansion House speech about China, North Korea and his new book The China Nexus. Connect with Benedict Rogers on Twitter: https://twitter.com/benedictrogers DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is the UK Government too weak on China?
01-05-2023
Is the UK Government too weak on China?
Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on the UK Government's handling of China. Plus he is joined by Human Rights Campaigner Benedict Rogers to talk about James Cleverly's Mansion House speech about China, North Korea and his new book The China Nexus. On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday. DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are standards in public life unrealistically high?
24-04-2023
Are standards in public life unrealistically high?
Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on standards in public life following Dominic Raab's resignation as a result of bullying claims. Plus he reads your messages on the role of the British monarchy overseas. On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday. DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Has President Biden undermined the anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement?
17-04-2023
Has President Biden undermined the anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement?
Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on President Biden's visit to Ireland around the anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. Plus he reads messages on the reputation of the BBC. On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday. DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dr Francis Young (Historian of Religion & Belief, University of Oxford)
10-04-2023
Dr Francis Young (Historian of Religion & Belief, University of Oxford)
Dr Francis Young is a British historian specialising in the history of religion and belief. As the author, editor or co-author of 18 books, and in his role as a Historian of Religion & Belief at the prestigious University of Oxford, he is an expert on issues as wide ranging as early modern Catholicism to the history of magic and witchcraft. He regularly appears on BBC radio and other media on issues of religious history. He joins Nathan Eckersley to talk about King Charles' upcoming coronation and coming to terms with the crown's links to Britain's imperial past. Connect with Dr Francis Young on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrFrancisYoung DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do Labour or the Tories have any intellectual heavyweights in their ranks?
10-04-2023
Do Labour or the Tories have any intellectual heavyweights in their ranks?
Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on the lack of intellectual heavyweights in the ranks of Labour and the Tories. Plus he is joined by Dr Francis Young, Historian of Religion & Belief at the University of Oxford, to talk about King Charles' upcoming coronation and coming to terms with the crown's links to Britain's imperial past. On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday. DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is the UK still a major influence around the world?
03-04-2023
Is the UK still a major influence around the world?
Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on the influence of the UK around the world. Plus he talks about King Charles' trip to Germany and asks your opinion on the relevance of the monarchy. On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday. DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Was the Government right to lockdown the UK?
27-03-2023
Was the Government right to lockdown the UK?
Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on the UK Government's COVID-19 lockdown plans. Plus he is joined by Barrister and Legal Commentator Steven Barrett for a legal analysis of the House of Commons Privileges Committee into Boris Johnson and Partygate. On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday. DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will Jeremy Hunt’s Budget make the UK more prosperous?
20-03-2023
Will Jeremy Hunt’s Budget make the UK more prosperous?
Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on Jeremy Hunt's Budget. Plus he reads your messages on TikTok possibly being banned in the future. On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday. DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will Rishi Sunak’s immigration plans solve the Channel migrant crisis?
13-03-2023
Will Rishi Sunak’s immigration plans solve the Channel migrant crisis?
Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on Rishi Sunak's immigration plans to solve the Channel migrant crisis. Plus he is joined by former Australian Foreign Minister Alexander Downer AC to discuss the UK's migrant crisis, Australia's immigration policy and the AUKUS pact. On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday. DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Does the anniversary of the Ukraine War signal the time for peace talks?
27-02-2023
Does the anniversary of the Ukraine War signal the time for peace talks?
Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on if it's time for peace talks at the one year anniversary of the Ukrainian War. Plus he is joined by Ukrainian journalist Maria Romanenko to discuss one year since Russia's invasion of Ukraine and her story of fleeing her home. On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday. DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Philip Ingram MBE - Defending the UK
21-02-2023
Philip Ingram MBE - Defending the UK
Philip Ingram MBE is a former senior British Army intelligence officer and widely published journalist, specialising in security, intelligence and strategic planning. Whilst serving with the British Army for over 26 years and leaving as a Colonel, he was the most senior British Army intelligence officer in western Iraq and was involved in operations across the globe including bringing peace to modern Bosnia and in the Southern Balkans, in Kosovo. Elsewhere he has served operationally in Germany during the Cold War, Northern Ireland, Cyprus, Northern Macedonia, Croatia and Iraq. Philip joins Nathan Eckersley for a conversation about the Russia-Ukraine War and reform to British defence. Follow Philip Ingram MBE here: https://twitter.com/PhilipIngMBE DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you believe that the UK can properly defend itself?
20-02-2023
Do you believe that the UK can properly defend itself?
Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on the UK's defence capabilities. Plus he is joined by former British Army Intelligence Officer, Philip Ingram MBE, for a conversation about the Russia-Ukraine War and reform to British defence. On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday. DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bobby Duffy (Director of the King’s College London Policy Institute)
13-02-2023
Bobby Duffy (Director of the King’s College London Policy Institute)
Bobby Duffy is Director of the Policy Institute at King's College London. He has worked across most public policy areas in his career of 30 years, including as part of the Prime Minister's Strategy Unit. His first book, "The Perils of Perception – Why we’re wrong about nearly everything", was published by Atlantic books and explores how people misperceive social realities. His latest book, "Generations - Does when you’re born shape who you are?", came out in September 2021 and challenges myths and stereotypes around generational trends. Bobby joins Nathan Eckersley to discuss the future of the Conservative Party and the generational gap in political support. Connect with Bobby Duffy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BobbyDuffyKings DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Does Rishi Sunak understand the needs of the country?
13-02-2023
Does Rishi Sunak understand the needs of the country?
Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on if Rishi Sunak understands the needs of the country. Plus he is joined by Bobby Duffy, the Director of the Policy Institute at King's College London, to discuss the future of the Conservative Party and the generational gap in political support. On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday. DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is a Labour Government the solution to the UK’s problems?
06-02-2023
Is a Labour Government the solution to the UK’s problems?
Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on if a Labour Government is the solution to the UK's problems. On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday. DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Levelling Up still relevant?
30-01-2023
Is Levelling Up still relevant?
Nathan Eckersley is diving deep into the biggest political news and current affairs impacting young people. This week he wants your opinion on if the government's Levelling Up agenda is still relevant. Plus, he wants to know if Rishi Sunak was right to sack Nadhim Zahawi. On The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, Nathan Eckersley discusses the biggest political news and current affairs and is joined by thought leaders from across the political spectrum for special interviews. The podcast is recorded live from Manchester, UK every Sunday afternoon - to get involved with the show live and have your opinions read out on the podcast, listen to the live broadcast on www.wizardradio.com/listen from 3pm-4pm (UK) every Sunday. DISCLAIMER: Any facts, statistics and news stories mentioned in this episode are true and relevant as of the time it was recorded. All opinions stated on this podcast are representative only of the people they are credited to and are not a representation of any sponsors, advertisers or partners involved in The Nathan Eckersley Podcast, including W!ZARD Studios and Nathan Eckersley. Please do not try to send in a message or opinion whilst listening to this podcast as your message won't be read but you might still be charged. For our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions, please visit: www.wizardradio.com Spotted a mistake on this podcast? Let us know and we'll try to fix it. Message us using the Contact Form on: www.wizardradio.com/about Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices