Helen and Stephen discuss the progress of the legislation formerly known as the Great Repeal Bill, and then assess whether Jacob Rees-Mogg might actually become Tory leader. Then, for the You Asked Us segment, they answer the most vital of all questions: which past UK election should you rewatch?
Send us your questions and thoughts for future episodes on Twitter via @ns_podcasts, @helenlewis or @stephenkb.
Further reading:
Helen on why Jacob Rees-Mogg isn't funny.
Stephen on why the new Tory leader will probably be really right-wing.
Anoosh's report on Moggmentum.
The amazing theme music for the 1983 election coverage.
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