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Prime Time: Prime Ministers10a. The Duke of Cumberland (Pt 1)An episode for examining Prince William, Duke of Cumberland, and for connected purposes. This is our first of two episodes for the Duke of Cumberland, featuring his early military career.With thanks to our wonderful Members of the Podcastprimetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-2539 minPrime Time: Prime MinistersSpecial Episode: Joseph GreenThis April, we're examining Joseph Green, MP for Hartley Dale and Acting Prime Minister during a crisis in 2006.With thanks to our wonderful Patronsprimetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-0159 minPrime Time: Prime Ministers9c. George Grenville (Pt 3)A third episode for examining George Grenville, and for connected purposes. This is our final of three episodes for George Grenville, in which we talk about the later years of his Premiership, his post-premiership years, and our reviews of him.Edited by Roberto Toro of Grand Embassy ProductionsWith thanks to our wonderful Patronsprimetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-1059 minPrime Time: Prime Ministers9b. George Grenville (Pt 2)A second episode for examining George Grenville, and for connected purposes. This is our second of three episodes for George Grenville, but really this episode is the story of John Wilkes - writer, radical reformer, and rake.Edited by Roberto Toro of Grand Embassy ProductionsRikki Tikki by LXNDR (Used with direct permission of the owner)Dark Music - The Sealed Kingdom by Adrian von ZieglerBest Scream đ± Sound Effects - Female, Male, Zombie, Horror Screams And Shrieks by Tune PocketCellâs Evil Laugh...2025-02-2141 minPrime Time: Prime Ministers9a. George Grenville (Pt 1)An episode for examining George Grenville, and for connected purposes. This is our first of three episodes for George Grenville, including the life and times of his uncle, Lord Cobham, George's young life, and the political dynasty they made together.Edited by Roberto Toro of Grand Embassy ProductionsWith thanks to our wonderful Patronsprimetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-0655 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersPrime Cuts: The Order of the GarterThey all want it and, frankly, most of them get it. But what is the Order of the Garter, why do PMs usually get it, and is it as risqué as it sounds? (no, it isn't)primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-0434 minPrime Time: Prime Ministers8b. Lord Bute (Pt 2)A second episode for examining John Stuart, Third Earl of Bute, and for connected purposes. This is our second of two episodes for Lord Bute, including his time in the sun, post-premiership, and review.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-101h 01Prime Time: Prime MinistersSpecial Episode: Guy FawkesTo celebrate our Prime Time turning one year old we're learning about Guy Fawkes, Bonfire Night, and the 5th November.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-12-051h 38Prime Time: Prime Ministers8a. Lord Bute (Pt 1)An episode for examining John Stuart, Third Earl of Bute, and for connected purposes. This is our first of two episodes for Lord Bute, covering his weird and wonderful arrival on the social scene, including a chance encounter at the races and amateur theatricals, with a brief excursion into Scottish Economics.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-0555 minPrime Time: Prime Ministers7. Lord WaldegraveAn episode for examining James Waldegrave, Second Earl Waldegrave, and for connected purposes.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-2959 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersElection Special 9: The HandoverIt's Episode 9 of our "Election Special" series, and we're looking at how a defeated government departs and a victorious new Prime Minister arrives in Downing Street. Listen to find out how the lightning-fast transition of power happens in the UK.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-1130 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersElection Special 8: Polling Day and Election NightIt's Episode 8 of our "Election Special" series, and we're looking at polling day itself. What happens at polling stations across the country and how are ballot papers (and the unusual things sometimes written on them) counted? Also, find out the result of our own Kess v John election!primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-0436 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersElection Special 7: The political campaignIt's Episode 7 of our "Election Special" series, and we're looking at what candidates get up to during a campaign, both locally and nationally. What do they do, how do they do it, and how much can they spend? primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-0238 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersElection Special 6: Governing during a campaignIt's Episode 6 of our "Election Special" series, and we're looking at what the government gets up to whilst the election campaign happens.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-2920 minPrime Time: Prime Ministers6. The Duke of DevonshireAn episode for examining William Cavendish, 4th Duke of Devonshire; and for connected purposes.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-2452 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersElection Special 5: DissolutionIt's Episode 5 of our "Election Special" series, and we're *finally* getting to how the election actually gets started. primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-1822 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersElection Special 4: ProrogationParliament brings itself to a close with an ancient and intricate ceremony involving a lot of hats. No, really.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-1425 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersElection Special 3: Calling the electionA look at how the PM decides to call an election, how we are told about it, and the frantic rush in Parliament to get ready for it.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-0722 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersElection Special 2: SelectionA look at the competitive and secretive process of getting your party to select you as a candidate... often before an election is even called!primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-05-3025 minPrime Time: Prime MinistersLQD: Sarah Churchill - Patreon SpecialBefore Robert Walpole, there was Sarah Churchill. Escape artist extraordinaire, controversial figure, possible lover of Queen Anne... Sarah was up to her proverbial elbows in the mucky politics of the turn of the 18th Century. Listen in to find out just everyone who ever met her fell into deep love (or deep hatred) with her.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-05-2858 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersElection Special 1: BoundariesA first look at all things election. This time... what are constituencies and where do they come from?primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-05-2428 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersPrime Cuts: How laws are madeA look at how laws are made in the British Parliament - including wigs, Norman French, ribbons, and table tennis... or something like that... primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-04-1339 min
Prime Time: Prime Ministers5b. The Duke of Newcastle (Pt 2)A second episode for examining Thomas Pelham, Thomas Pelham-Holles, 1st Duke of Newcastle-under-Lyme, Duke of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Marquess of Clare, Earl of Clare, Viscount Haughton, Baron Pelham of Laughton, Baron Pelham of Stanmer, the brother of Henry Pelham; and for connected purposes. This is our second of two episodes for the Duke of Newcastle, covering his later life, second Premiership, and our review of him.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2024-03-1849 min
Prime Time: Prime Ministers5a. The Duke of Newcastle (Pt 1)An episode for examining Thomas Pelham-Holles, 1st Duke of Newcastle upon Tyne, the brother of Henry Pelham; and for connected purposes. This is our first of two episodes for the Duke of Newcastle, covering his early life, partnership with his brother, and first Premiership.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-2454 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersPrime Cuts: What's happening with Mr Speaker?This emergency episode takes a closer look at the dramatic Parliamentary events of last week - controversy, politics, and the Speaker's job hanging in the balance.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-2328 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersPrime Cuts: Scoring!A detailed explanation of the scoring system we use on this podcast to assess Prime Ministers, and what's behind each of the categories of Prime & Premiership, Life & Legacy, Sin & Sincerity, Majority, Tenure, and all the individual Prestige Points.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-1541 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersPrime Cuts: Division!This episode is all about voting, but not how we vote; it's about how members of Parliament vote when itâs time to decide whether to approve a law. So get ready for the high-octane, seat-of-your-pants thrill ride that is voting procedures. It is actually a little more silly and interest than you think. primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-0820 min
Prime Time: Prime Ministers4. Lord BathAn episode for examining William Pulteney, 1st Earl of Bath, one of the two most insignificant fellows in England; and for connected purposes.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-2658 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersPrime Cuts: Honours ListsIn this episode, we discuss honours lists - what they are for, when they are issued, and why (like busses), two of them have come along at once.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-1120 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersPrime Christmas (Pt 2): David from âLove ActuallyâA second Christmas special for exploring the premiership of Britain's favourite and most Hugh Grant-y prime minister; and for connected purposes.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-2433 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersPrime Christmas (Pt 1): David from âLove ActuallyâA Christmas special for exploring the premiership of Britain's favourite and most Hugh Grant-y prime minister; and for connected purposes.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-2146 min
Prime Time: Prime Ministers3b. Henry Pelham (Pt 2)A second episode for exploring the Hon. Henry Pelham, Walpoleâs protĂ©gĂ©; and for connected purposes. This is our second of two episodes for Henry Pelham. We talk about his time at the top, and pass judgement on his performance.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-1449 min
Prime Time: Prime Ministers3a. Henry Pelham (Pt 1)An episode for examining the Hon. Henry Pelham, Walpoleâs protĂ©gĂ©; and for connected purposes. This is our first of two episodes for Henry Pelham. We go over his background and early days in politics.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-0738 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersPrime Cuts: ParliamentIn this episode, we take a look at the history of Parliament and the huge changes and developments over the centuries to get from the Anglo-Saxon witans to our 21st Century legislature.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-0130 min
Prime Time: Prime Ministers2. Lord WilmingtonAn episode for examining Spencer Compton, 1st Earl of Wilmington, the favourite nonentity of George II; and for connected purposes.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast(With thanks to Totalus Rankium for the use of âSweet and Honourableâ) For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-2444 min
Prime Time: Prime MinistersPrime Cuts: David Cameron appointed Foreign SecretaryIn this episode, we take a look at the constitutional and historical issues surrounding David Cameron's appointment as Foreign Secretary.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-1817 min
Prime Time: Prime Ministers1. Robert WalpoleAn episode exploring the rise and fall of Robert Walpole, Britainâs first and longest-serving Prime Minister; and for connected purposes.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-151h 29
Prime Time: Prime MinistersPrime Cuts: What is a Prime Minister?In this episode, we examine how prime ministers enter and leave office, and what they do whilst they're there.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-0338 minPrime Time: Prime Ministers0. Primaeval PoliticsStarting with the 7th Century Saxons and ending with the Glorious Revolution of 1688, this episode is a quick primer on the pre-history of British politics.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-291h 27
Prime Time: Prime MinistersPrime Time: TrailerA brief introduction to our podcast. If you like what you hear, please continue embarking on this journey with us through hundreds of years of British politics. We'll keep it light, we promise.primetimepod.comrighthonwriteoff@gmail.com@primetime_cast For bonus episodes and our Discord, join us on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-2300 min
A History of England45. Robinocracy'Robin', or Robert Walpole, Britain's first and longest-serving Prime Minister, came to be known as 'Cock Robin'. Possibly because people around him felt his success had made him cocky. The regime over which he presided was termed the 'Robinocracy'.Â
It was an era of peace, stability and improving government finances. Not enough to save him ultimately from his adversaries, dissident Whigs such as George Grenville and William Pitt the Elder - in other words, members of his own party. He'd given them peace, but they wanted war. Specifically, they wanted Britain's voice to be heard on the w...2021-06-2710 min