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Bold Politics with Zack Polanski

Bold Politics with Zack Polanski

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Bold Politics is the show making hope normal again where Zack Polanski speaks - and listens - to thinkers, activists and people whose voices deserve to be heard.


From immigration to the economy, inequality to leadership, Zack explores what the future of progressive politics can look like.

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Episodes
  • Why The Rich Get Richer | Faiza Shaheen | Zack Polanski

    Why The Rich Get Richer | Faiza Shaheen | Zack Polanski
    Feb 18 2026

    How can we reimagine wealth taxes so that they’re less a politics of envy and more about just not paying wealthy people to become more wealthy? Why do we accept student loans as a tax on graduates whilst paying huge amounts of interest to asset holders? Where does tax avoidance, the far right and inequality intersect?


    Zack Polanski speaks to Faiza Shaheen, economist and director of Tax Justice UK.

    Get your tickets for Zack and Caroline Lucas at Brighton Dome on 23rd February.


    Bold Politics Live is at Crossed Wires Festival in Sheffield on July 5th.


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    Email: zack@boldpolitics.co.uk

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    41 mins
  • The Battle Of The Soul Of The Nation | Hannah Spencer | Zack Polanski

    The Battle Of The Soul Of The Nation | Hannah Spencer | Zack Polanski
    Feb 11 2026

    Why should a local plumber be representing their community in Westminster instead of elites? What has been the biggest challenges in suddenly being thrust into the political limelight as the bookies favourite to win the by-election in Gorton and Denton? Will Labour give up soon when it’s clear that their vote has collapsed on the doorsteps?


    Zack Polanski speaks to The Green Party’s candidate MP for the ongoing by-election in Greater Manchester, Hannah Spencer.

    Get your tickets for Zack and Caroline Lucas at Brighton Dome on 23rd February.


    Bold Politics Live is at Crossed Wires Festival in Sheffield on July 5th.


    Join Nature's Network and switch to Ecotalk, the only network service provider that gives all its profits to nature restoration: ecotalk.co.uk/boldpolitics


    Email: zack@boldpolitics.co.uk

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Everyone Deserves Equal Rights | Doris | Zack Polanski

    Everyone Deserves Equal Rights | Doris | Zack Polanski
    Feb 6 2026

    How are migrant workers exploited by big business? What can they do when their hours are cut, their work is increased and their working conditions aren’t good enough? What can unions do to make sure companies are held accountable?


    Zack Polanski speaks to United Voices of the World member, Doris about her experiences in the first housekeepers walkout since 1979.


    Get your tickets for Zack Polanski and Caroline Lucas at Bold Politics Live in Brighton.


    Join Nature's Network and switch to Ecotalk, the only network service provider that gives all its profits to nature restoration: ecotalk.co.uk/boldpolitics


    Email: boldpoliticswithzack@gmail.com

    YouTube: @boldpoliticswithzack

    Instagram: @_boldpolitics

    X: @_boldpolitics

    Tik Tok: @boldpolitics

    Get your tickets for Zack and Caroline Lucas at Brighton Dome on 23rd February.


    Bold Politics Live is at Crossed Wires Festival in Sheffield on July 5th.


    Join Nature's Network and switch to Ecotalk, the only network service provider that gives all its profits to nature restoration: ecotalk.co.uk/boldpolitics


    Email: zack@boldpolitics.co.uk

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    18 mins
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Really enjoying these podcasts, they are consistent and a great length. What’s really refreshing is to have essentially an open look at a leader of a political party. Most leaders see interviews, podcasts, TV as an issue as it shows who they really are ( which is fundamentally not very likeable). Zack has regular conversations on a range of topics that aren’t easy, asks questions and also relays his understanding of the topic while taking in the views of the guests. Leadership is no longer authoritarians, but empathy, collaboration and principles. All these attributes are evident in Zack when listening to these podcasts. As a soft green voter in the last election, these podcasts have mobilised me into a donater at the current by election, and I will be an active canvasser in the local elections coming up. Keep up the great work Zack!

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