Wright on the Nail
‘Wright on the Nail’ is a podcast hosted by music industry entrepreneur Chris Wright. Each week, he is joined by those in-the-know to discuss politics, media, business and lots more. Our episodes alternate between a ‘deep dive’ which gathers experts on a particular topic, and a ‘news roundtable’ where we chew over the biggest issues of the week with big-name journalists and decision-makers.
Wright on the Nail
3 Top Experts Debate: Why Are Our Politicians So Hated?
Chris Wright is joined by Vicky Pryce, renowned economist and Chief Economic Adviser at the Centre for Economics and Business Research — she’ll help us understand the economic undercurrents behind public disillusionment, Eric Schurenberg, former CEO of Inc. and Fast Company, and now founder of The Alliance for Trust in Media — here to discuss how misinformation and media dynamics have shaped the rise of populism, and finally, one of Wright On The Nail’s favourite commentators — author, journalist, broadcaster, and executive coach Christina Patterson.
This conversation explores the declining trust in political leaders across the globe, examining factors such as government performance, media dynamics, and the rise of populism. The discussion highlights the impact of economic conditions, the polarisation of political parties, and the role of social media in shaping public perception. Additionally, the conversation addresses the influence of immigration policies and racism in contemporary politics, emphasising the complex interplay of these elements in the current political landscape.
Chapters
00:00 The Erosion of Trust in Political Leaders
10:13 The Impact of Populism and Media Dynamics
18:50 The Role of Economic Factors in Political Popularity
27:12 The Polarization of Political Parties
35:06 The Influence of Social Media on Political Perception
44:43 Racism and Immigration Policies in Modern Politics
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This episode was produced by Sound Sapien