Simple Politics Podcast (SP Podcast)
153 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingJoin the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, Tatton, and Diane, together with host Charlotte as they reflect on the last week's political landscape in the simplest way possible.
Who we are
Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, engaging and occasionally (but not as often as we think) amusing.
It’s not just about understanding the facts and the topics themselves but also looking at why different people hold the opinions they do. Those with whom you disagree aren’t monsters. Understanding and respect are at the core of everything we do.
Our core offering will always be free.
Unfortunately, giving things away for free isn’t a great business model. We’ve never been business people, but we do need to make this work.
We do so through our amazing supporters, who keep us going by buying stuff in our shop and making monthly donations.
This podcast has been Produced by Stripped Media and edited by Laura Samulionyte.
If you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media, please visit www.Stripped.media or email [email protected] to find out! SP Podcast
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Episodes
Simple Mortgages
June 23, 2023 09:32 - 38 minutesThe team tackle this week’s big story and why homeowners could decide the next election. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes ...
Simple Boris
June 16, 2023 09:43 - 38 minutesDiane is back from holiday just in time to chat Boris, Boris and MORE BORIS!!! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matte...
Simple Charlotte
June 09, 2023 11:26 - 26 minutesDiane is away testing out her hat so SP's Charlotte steps in to tell everyone about her love of ... Steps... 👀 Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the i...
Simple Wrapping
June 02, 2023 02:00 - 27 minutesThe SP gang talk about how the merits of plastic free Mars Bars, free school meals, and rail strike action Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issue...
Simple Starmer
May 26, 2023 02:00 - 32 minutesThe gang train their spies on Sir Kier Starmer this week and we get a mini update on strike action. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and t...
Simple Book
May 19, 2023 02:00 - 25 minutesThe team make a big announcement and Tatton’s mum has an important question… Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter....
Simple Protest
May 12, 2023 01:00 - 27 minutesDiane, Kobi and Tatton discuss the impact of the local elections in parts of England and drug reform! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and...
Simple Coronation
May 05, 2023 07:30 - 34 minutesDiane, Tatton and Kobi get together to look ahead to the Coronation of King Charles III and the UK Local elections. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about ...
Simple Pizza
April 28, 2023 01:00 - 30 minutesIt's the return of the quickfire round! Diane, Tatton, and Kobi remind everyone to vote on Thursday 4th and talk about pizza... Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversa...
Simple Gladiators
April 21, 2023 01:00 - 26 minutesTatton, Diane and Kobi come back after the Easter holidays and talk about gambling, smoking and maths 🧮!! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues...
Simple Drinking
March 31, 2023 01:00 - 32 minutesThe gang discuss whether we should stay out in pubs for the extra two hours over The Coronation weekend. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues ...
Simple Alert
March 24, 2023 01:00 - 33 minutesThe pod crew discuss what their reactions will be to the Emergency Alert on 23rd April and think of a new name for the "Windsor Framework" Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have bett...
Simple Childcare
March 17, 2023 13:51 - 32 minutesThe Simple Politics podcast team touch on the latest announcements from the budget and the childcare aspects of it in particular… Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conver...
Simple Crossing
March 10, 2023 01:00 - 28 minutesThis week the team go deep into boats crossing The Channel. We return with a quick fire question round, and will Kobi return after revealing that he wears Crocs? Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exis...
Simple Butter
March 03, 2023 01:00 - 31 minutesThe team get together this week and discuss the price of butter and the perils of parenting on World Book Day. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the i...
Simple Vegetables
February 24, 2023 01:00 - 30 minutesDiane, Tatton and Kobi break down the news and most popular posts from last week on the Simple Politics Instagram account including the vegetable shortage and the border tracking Rishi Sunak’s whereabouts! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simp...
Simple Recovery
February 10, 2023 01:00 - 37 minutesDiane and Tatton are joined as always by host Kobi and discuss the Earthquake in Turkey and Syria, Education for Politicians, The Church of England and more… Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to...
Simple Sacking
February 03, 2023 01:13 - 32 minutesEvery week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, engagi...
Simple Childcare
January 27, 2023 01:00 - 41 minutesDiane, Tatton and Kobi discuss whether they should have drawn a caterpillar cake among other more serious issues. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about th...
Simple News Alerts
January 20, 2023 01:00 - 39 minutesIn this weeks episode the team go further into Strike action with the focus on teachers. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes ...
Simple Toothpaste
January 13, 2023 01:00 - 37 minutesIt's the first podcast for the year and the team look ahead to what 2023 will bring. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that...
Simple Christmas
December 16, 2022 01:00 - 32 minutesIt's the last podcast for the year, and the team looks forward to what 2023 might bring Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes t...
Simple Constitution
December 09, 2022 01:02 - 30 minutesThe team delve into Sir Keir Starmer's constitution and discussed who should be telling us to keep warm this winter. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about...
Simple Census
December 02, 2022 01:02 - 35 minutesWe have a look into insights gained from the 2021 census and we hear from one of our listeners who is currently on strike. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversation...
Simple Heating
November 25, 2022 07:13 - 30 minutesThe team talk about the potential merits of central heating being on prescription through to MPs heckling and jeering. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors", is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations abo...
Simple Economic Statement
November 18, 2022 04:42 - 32 minutesThe Economic Statement has landed. Is it going to be as tough as we all expected? The gang looks forward to Christmas... kinda Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversat...
Simple Strike Action
November 11, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutesIt's been another big week of strike action as Nurses vote to strike for the first time in over 100 years. We also get to hear the voices of a couple of listeners! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. W...
Simple Celebrity
November 04, 2022 04:00 - 35 minutesRishi Sunak has had the role of Prime Minister for one full week. Has it been a quiet one? Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the ch...
Simple Reshuffle
October 28, 2022 03:00 - 30 minutesWe have a new Prime Minister!! Will he call a General Election? What do our SP listeners sound like? Can the Government give us more money? Do we want to see the same GP every time? all these questions and more answered in this weeks episode. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" is available for preorde...
Simple Resignation
October 21, 2022 03:45 - 40 minutesWe managed to come back and record on the very day that Liz Truss resigned 🤦! The fact we recorded before the announcement shows the rate of change of politics at the moment. Fasten your seatbelts guys, it's going to be a bumpy ride! Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" is available for preorder NOW fro...
Simple Sweets
April 09, 2022 05:00 - 26 minutesTatton is still recovering from his own special brand of Man-Covid but is well enough to join Diane and Kobi to chat about counting calories, no-fault divorce, and of course ... COVID. Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" which is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Who we are Simple Politics...
Simple Ping Pong
March 26, 2022 07:08 - 34 minutesDiane has finally caught COVID! Never fear though she still makes it to the podcast to chat about Rishi's Spring statement and political ping pong If you want to support the DEC Ukrainian Humanitarian Appeal you can donate here https://donation.dec.org.uk/ukraine-humanitarian-appeal Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "T...
Simple Travel
March 19, 2022 06:28 - 40 minutesWe have a chat about the return of Nazanin and Anoosheh and Tatton cannot hold back his excitement about the Nationality and Borders Bill. If you want to support the DEC Ukrainian Humanitarian Appeal you can donate here https://donation.dec.org.uk/ukraine-humanitarian-appeal Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years...
Simple Sign Language
March 12, 2022 04:36 - 38 minutesThe Simple Politics Podcast team take on Witchcraft, fracking and the fact that British Sign Language will soon be an official language! If you want to support the DEC Ukrainian Humanitarian Appeal you can donate here https://donation.dec.org.uk/ukraine-humanitarian-appeal Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indo...
Simple Creatures
March 05, 2022 05:21 - 40 minutesIn a bid to lighten the mood the podcast team use the occasion of World Book Day to share their favourite books and to announce the comeback of @simpleCreatures! If you want to support the DEC Ukrainian Humanitarian Appeal as discussed at the end of this podcast episode you can donate here https://donation.dec.org.uk/ukraine-humanitarian-appeal Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in pol...
Simple Pancakes
February 26, 2022 07:39 - 40 minutesThe podcast team are in a more reflective mood as they contemplate the attack on Ukraine and what that means for the people there. Tatton reveals he doesn't care for pancakes and everyone tries to work out who's the oldest! Probably Kobi... Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. The new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" which is available for preor...
Simple sing-a-long
February 19, 2022 08:53 - 39 minutesParliament was in recess but that doesn't mean a quiet week in the world of Simple Politics! Diane, Tatton and Kobi discuss ways to protect us all on the internet, New Zealand Protest songs and introduce the new Simple Politics book, "Two Years Indoors" which is available for preorder NOW from spstuff.co.uk Every week Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. Who we ar...
Simple Recess
February 12, 2022 06:00 - 37 minutesAs Parliament prepares for a recess the Simple Politics Podcast team explains what that actually means for MPs and try to determine whether a ceilidh constitutes a big party or not! Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We...
Simple cake...
February 05, 2022 06:05 - 35 minutesSue Gray's report has arrived but it's not the "full fat" version so the Simple Podcast team turn their attention to the important things in life. Such as tea and cake! Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by bei...
Simple Investigations
January 29, 2022 05:52 - 45 minutesThere was no Sue Gray report this week, which means that stress levels remain high within Simple Politics HQ... Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, e...
Simple Inflation...
January 22, 2022 07:00 - 41 minutes2022 continues a pace and the podcast is faced with simplifying the consumer price index as well as trying to work out if the correct term is "deflection" or "defection" If you want to read the Twitter thread that we referred to in this episode click this link https://twitter.com/bootstrapcook/status/1483778776697909252?s=21 Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. ...
Simple Apologies...
January 15, 2022 06:50 - 34 minutesIt's been a busy one this week! It seems that 2022 has hit the ground running and breaking news EVEN interrupts the recording of the podcast. Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impa...
New Year, New Podcast! Welcome to the revamped Simple Politics Podcast
January 10, 2022 08:11 - 35 minutesHappy New Year🎉 The new year brings The Simple Politics Podcast back with a new format! Tatton and Diane, aka the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, are joined by host Kobi (@kobestarr) to recap the week in politics as simply as they can. Who we are Simple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, engaging and occasionally...
And finally... the big anniversary.
March 22, 2021 16:44 - 34 minutes - 48 MBThe team look back on a year since the UK went into lockdown and discuss the key dates and events that shaped the pandemic and how it could define life as we look forward. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Protests, Police and Priti Patel
March 15, 2021 17:29 - 27 minutes - 37.6 MBOlivia Wilson Tatton Spiller and Diane Daniels talk about this week's events, and all seem to be centred around the Home Office. The response to the Sarah Everard case has ignited debate about violence against women. ow much can legislation can protect us and what needs to change? For details of support for anyone affected by anything touched on in this episode please visit the Women's Aid website: See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Back to School: Year 11 Diane and Year 11 Tatton were very different types of students.
March 08, 2021 15:06 - 35 minutes - 49.1 MBOlivia's away so Diane Daniels takes the lead on this week's podcast episode with SP's Founder Tatton Spiller. It's all about the reopening of schools: how will it impact kids' learning and how are parents feeling? Also on the agenda is the 1% pay rise for NHS staff - it's been controversial to say the least. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
All about the Budget - speculative assumptions of course.
March 01, 2021 15:48 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MBJournalist Olivia Wilson chats to Simple Politics' Diane Daniels about the Budget expected on Wednesday. What's are people hoping to hear? And has Rishi Sunak hinted at ahead of his announcement? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
A tentative roadmap to freedom... maybe... we hope.
February 23, 2021 14:22 - 28 minutes - 45.3 MBOlivia Wilson returns with SP Founder, Tatton Spiller, and Social Media genius Diane Daniels to talk all about England's roadmap out of the lockdown, politicians' cautious approach and if the nations will follow a similar plan... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jackie Weaver, false advertising and council elections
February 08, 2021 14:11 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBOlivia Wilson is back! The 'Big Cheese' Tatton Spiller and social media mega star Diane Daniels cover all kinds of things: from the infamous Jackie Weaver zoom meeting, to vaccination passports to whisperings of revised restrictions. The team navigate their way through a fairly calm news week... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
There are positive things ahead... cats and dogs included.
February 01, 2021 15:49 - 31 minutes - 49.8 MBOlivia is away working this week so Diane has taken the lead on this episode. She speaks to 'The Big Cheese' Tatton Spiller about the things we can be hopeful about as we exit the January blues and enter brighter days. The message is clear: the end is in sight, keep going - we can do this! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.