The Political Party Podcasts

As the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Ian approaches, people in Lee County are looking back at the storm and its aftermath. Chair of the Democratic Party of Lee County, Kari Lerner, discusses the event with Kathy Chumley of Pine Island ROAR. Pine Island was particularly hard hit during Hurricane Ian where people are still struggling with insuran…

Filmed live from outside the US Capitol in Washington, DC, Host and Chair of the Democratic Party of Lee County, Kari Lerner, reflects on 22 years after September 11th. She notes that it's patriotic to serve your country, and that includes voting and running for office. However, the Congressional Representative from Southwest Florida, Byron Donalds…

Chair Kari Lerner of the Democratic Party of Lee County reflects on the meaning of liberty and justice for all. She notes that it is built on the principles of equality and inclusion. Chair Lerner then reflects on the recent events in Fort Myers celebrating Women's Equality Day and the anniversary of the March on Washington.…

Chair Kari Lerner reflects on the anniversary of the March on Washington and Women's Equality Day. Local events in Fort Myers gathered people to commemorate the days and reinvigorate the fight for equality. Much has been accomplished and there is still work to do, especially in Florida where attacking diversity and inclusion is part of far-right po…

Chair of the Lee County Democratic Party, Kari Lerner, takes a look at the record of Congressman Byron Donalds, who is supposed to serve the county. She points out his failed Hurricane Ian response and puzzling focus on nuclear energy. Chair Lerner asks if he is using Southwest Florida as a stepping stone.…

Kate Forbes' leadership campaign caused a stir earlier in the year, when she provided a different vision of what the SNP could be. In this candid and entertaining hour, Kate reflects on that campaign and what it all means. She talks openly about her faith and how to engage with people you disagree with. Why hasn't the SNP been able to convince a ma…

Arguably Britain's most charismatic politician returns to the show in a whirlwind of entertainment, passion and drive. As well as defence of Labour's pragmatism and policies, Angela regales the Edinburgh crowd with stories about clubbing until 5am and her favourite cocktail which always derails her BBQs. She also reflects on how she's grown as a po…

So many people across Florida are struggling to pay their insurance if their insurance company hasn't dropped them already. Republicans in the state legislature passed making it harder to sue insurance companies if they bilk you. Recent comments from State Senator Jonathan Martin highlight the callous attitude many Republican legislators have towar…

It's been an incredible start to Humza Yousaf's time as First Minister and he reflects on the unique situation he's had to deal with in this candid and light-hearted interview. From the news of Nicola Sturgeon's arrest, to his first awkward chat with Rishi Sunak, he shares the privileges and pressures of being First Minister. Humza talks openly abo…

Chair of the Democratic Party of Lee County, Kari Lerner, and special guest, Dr. Cindy Banyai, talk about the importance of vote by mail. They discuss how Republicans in the Florida legislature have passed laws booting voters from vote by mail as a voter suppression tactic. The importance of having a voting plan and researching candidates when the …

Mhairi Black took British politics by storm with her election and maiden speech in 2015. 8 years on and she's now Deputy Leader of the SNP in Westminster... but not for much longer. A few weeks ago Mhairi announced that she won't be standing at the next election. Why has such an impassioned politician, especially one who's now in a leadership role,…

A thriving democracy needs all sorts of people to run for office. Have you ever thought of running? Check out this video to see who should run for office in Florida and how. In Lee County, Florida? Click here to see the seats up for election in 2024.Από τον Big Mouth Media

No-one uses their platform like Joe Lycett. A gifted comedian, he's used his position to raise various injustices and delightfully poke fun at those he disagrees with. He tells the hilarious inside stories of his money-shredding stunt, his challenge to David Beckham and his infamous appearance on Laura Kuenssberg's BBC show (including the after par…

There are very few, if any, politicians like Margaret Beckett. Uniquely composed, completely dignified and with a depth of experience unmatched in the House of Commons. This is a transfixing evening in the company of a national treasure. Thoughtful, hilarious and at times emotional, Margaret reflects on the changes she's seen since first becoming a…

As the 2024 election gets closer, everyone should be registering for vote by mail. It is an easy way to make sure you have flexibility in your plan to vote. Listen to this episode of Political Perspectives to hear more about why vote by mail is important and how you can sign up for yours. This is a must listen for all Florida Democrats! Lee County …

This is Philip Hammond as you've never heard him before. The former Chancellor and Foreign Secretary tells us exactly what he thinks of Boris Johnson, Liz Truss and Theresa May. He also shares his own approach to politics and what his ambitions were, based on his own assessment of his own skills. This is the inside story of what it was like to be C…

Host Kari Lerner has a conversation with Democratic Political Strategist Alison Morano on what worked for Democrats in the past in Florida. They revisit the behavioral economic strategy employed by Obama to drive voter registration and how similar tactics could work today.Από τον Big Mouth Media

Rob has produced the biggest political shows on TV, Question Time, The Daily Politics, PoliticsLive, The Andrew Marr Show and many more. He is obsessed with long form political interviews and is deeply annoyed by a lack of them on television. This is a great account from someone on the inside about how political interviews are planned for televisio…

David Blunkett is an exceptional individual. A titan of modern politics and a rare gift of a communicator, combining warmth and compassion with an impressive directness. A former Home Secretary, he doesn't hold back in his assessment of Suella Braverman and his analysis of the small boats policy is devastating. He'd led a phenomenal life and he sha…

Things are looking good for Democrats in Florida with the election of Donna Deegan as mayor of Jacksonville. Political Perspectives host Keri Lerner discusses the victory in Jacksonville with Duval County Democratic Party Chair Daniel Henry. See how Democrats across Florida can win.Από τον Big Mouth Media

How can you register online in Lee County, Florida? Listen to these simple step by step instructions to get ready to participate in our democracy! Learn more at https://www.lee.vote/.Από τον Big Mouth Media

Just a couple of weeks ago Andrea hosted the 25 year anniversary commemoration of the Good Friday Agreement with Hillary Clinton and George Mitchell. The event was in her native Belfast, so how did it feel to celebrate such a hopeful moment in the place she'd grown up during The Troubles? This is a phenomenal first-hand of account of the reality of…