Episode 8 (S4) - World Cup of political shenanigans

Welcome to another full, chat-filled, tank of talk and titbits to fuel your day.  We’re dissecting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, so far (up to the Round of 32), particularly as it affects Scots and English supporters.  Even if the footie you like is not this kind, we hope you’ll take kindly to our gentle meander around the sport that has grown men still kicking an inflated sphere around a piece of grass as their mothers’ frantically try and get them in for their tea. In other news, we take a squint from behind the sofa at events in Westminster, the hub of UK politics, as well as a side eye towards what’s been going on up in Scotland with a conviction.  By that we don’t mean earnestly, just that someone has been sentenced for theft of funds from the Scottish National Party and we look at the context of that, and what comes next. Finally, we dissect, the views that led to Kier Starmer’s resignation and his now prolonged departure, as the media salivates at the opportunity to manage and, in many cases, manipulate the political agenda. Seasoned with talk of the recent heatwave(s), the return to our streets (and off road routes) of the boudain noir (the Black Pudding), the affectionate nickname for Tim’s pedal-powered chariot, as well as a dip into the experiences of the Isle of Wight Festival for 2026 whether in person or via a TV from the cosy comfort of your own home. Spend an hour with us as we gently twist our tongues around the aforementioned and a little bit more besides to keep you going whilst you go about your much more important business. Thanks for listening and supporting our little podcast.  You’ll hear us next time, too. Tim and Rory