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
The UK In 2026: Can Starmer Take Back Control?
In this end-of-year edition of Wright on the Nail, the panel discusses the challenges faced by the UK government, particularly under Keir Starmer's leadership.
Chris is joined by Jean-Monnet Professor of European Integration at the National University of Ireland Maynooth John O’Brennan, Reem Ibrahim the Head of Media at the Institute of Economic affairs, a right-leaning free market think tank and Labour Councillor and Cabinet Member for Environment & Community Safety at Preston Council Freddie Bailey.
They explore the impact of Brexit on the economy, the role of the media in shaping public perception, and the complexities of the welfare system. The conversation also delves into potential political alternatives and the future of the Labour Party, including the possibility of coalition politics and the influence of the Green Party. Predictions for the next Prime Minister are made, highlighting the evolving landscape of UK politics.
Chapters
00:00 The State of UK Politics: A Year in Review
02:47 Keir Starmer's Leadership Challenges
05:28 The Impact of Brexit on the Economy
08:36 Media Influence and Public Perception
11:35 Welfare System and Economic Incentives
14:15 Political Alternatives: Who Could Lead?
17:14 The Future of the Labour Party
20:21 Coalition Politics and Electoral Strategies
22:48 The Role of the Green Party and Other Left-Wing Movements
25:59 The Next Prime Minister: Predictions and Possibilities
'I Hit The Nail Right On The Head' by Billy Bremner.
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This episode was produced by Sound Sapien