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The Politics Shed

A series of podcast lectures by John Gibbs which support the Politics Shed Website. They are aimed to be resources for anyone interested in the the subject of Politics and in particular students of A level AQA & Edexcel Government and Politics A level. However the aim is to be useful to High School and higher education students through the breadth of links, videos and podcasts.

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All Episodes

01:08:20

Globalisation: A complete introduction

The Politics Shed ·

2025/10/16

This podcast explores the multifaceted nature of globalization, examining its historical context, key thinkers, and the ongoing debates surrounding its implications. It explores the evolution of nation-states, the impact of time-space compression, cultural hegemony, and the clash of cultures. The podcast also highlights the resurgence of nationalism, the role of regional organizations, and the complexities of human rights in a globalized world. Ultimately, it questions the impact of globalization on

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00:21:13

The Human Rights Act: A Legal Revolution

The Politics Shed ·

2025/09/18

This podcast examines the profound impact of the Human Rights Act 1998 on British law, the expansion of rights through judicial interpretation, and the controversies surrounding its application, particularly in the context of immigration. It discusses the evolving landscape of human rights in the UK, the challenges faced by the judicial system, and the implications of potential changes to the Human Rights Act.

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00:13:28

The Impact of the Human Rights Act

The Politics Shed ·

2025/09/12

This podcast explores the foundational concepts of natural and human rights, their historical development, and the distinctions between various types of rights declarations. The impact of these rights on liberal democracy, the role of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and the European Convention on Human Rights, highlighting the differences between advisory and justiciable rights. The podcast also explores the complexities of negative and positive rights, illustrating how they interact and

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00:11:05

The Human Rights Act: Intro. The idea of human rights

The Politics Shed ·

2025/09/11

This podcast explores the Human Rights Act, its historical context, controversies, and philosophical foundations. It discusses the criticisms from various political figures and the ongoing debate about the relevance and application of human rights in contemporary society. The conversation delves into the origins of human rights, the clash between universal values and human reality, and the implications of these ideas in political discourse

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01:00:33

Constitutional Reform from 1997.

The Politics Shed ·

2025/09/10

This podcast discusses the evolution of the British constitution, focusing on the significant reforms initiated by the Labour Party in 1997. It explores the philosophical shift within the party towards a more pragmatic approach to governance, emphasizing social justice over traditional economic transformation. The conversation also highlights the impact of devolution on the governance of the UK and the ongoing relevance of these changes in contemporary politics.

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00:46:11

Should the UK have a codified constitution?

The Politics Shed ·

2025/07/22

Arguments for and against a codified constitution The UK Constitution This podcast explores the complexities of the UK Constitution, its uncodified nature, and the ongoing debate about whether it should be codified. It discusses the historical context, sources, and comparative aspects of the UK and US constitutions, while examining arguments for and against codification. The podcast highlights the implications of flexibility, parliamentary sovereignty, and the role of judges in interpreting laws,

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01:01:15

In the UK have Human Rights and Civil Liberties been...

The Politics Shed ·

2025/07/10

This podcast episode offers a comprehensive overview of human rights and civil liberties in the UK, examining their evolution, the impact of political shifts, and the ongoing debate about the balance between security and individual freedoms. It discusses the historical context of rights protection, the significance of the Human Rights Act, and recent legislative developments that have influenced civil rights. The episode concludes with reflections on the future of human rights in the UK amidst

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00:21:56

Liberalism

The Politics Shed ·

2025/05/15

This podcast explores the origins, evolution, and contemporary challenges of liberalism. It delves into the philosophical underpinnings of liberal thought, the influence of key thinkers like Hobbes and Locke, and the development of liberalism in response to social and economic changes. The discussion also addresses the rise of neoliberalism and the critiques it faces in today's political landscape.Liberalism has roots in ancient Rome and Christian thought.The Enlightenment played a crucial role

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00:32:24

Socialism Part 2 From Marx to the Present

The Politics Shed ·

2025/05/08

This podcast episode explores the evolution of socialism from Marx's critiques of capitalism to contemporary discussions on reformist socialism, the Bolshevik revolution, and the resurgence of socialist ideas in response to globalization and neoliberalism. It highlights key themes such as alienation, the role of the proletariat, and the cultural aspects of socialism, providing a comprehensive overview of the ideological shifts and challenges faced by socialist movements throughout history.

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00:29:46

Socialism: Origins and Utopians

The Politics Shed ·

2025/03/26

This podcast explores the historical context and evolution of socialism, tracing its roots from early movements to modern interpretations. It discusses the emergence of socialism as a response to liberalism, the impact of the French Revolution, and the contributions of key figures in utopian socialism. The analysis also delves into the concept of alienation and concludes with the influence of Marxism on socialist thought.

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00:55:21

Neoliberalism

The Politics Shed ·

2024/10/12

This podcast episode explores the concept of neoliberalism, tracing its historical origins, key figures, and economic principles. It discusses the ideological shift from Keynesianism to neoliberalism, the implications for individualism and human nature, and critiques of neoliberalism, particularly regarding inequality and market failures. The episode concludes with reflections on the future of neoliberalism in the context of rising populism and economic challenges.Neoliberalism has dominated

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00:38:56

Conservatism

The Politics Shed ·

2024/06/10

The development of Conservatism from Thomas Hobbes and Edmund Burke to today.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/john-smith5383/message

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00:57:05

Political Parties in the UK

The Politics Shed ·

2024/04/27

The origin, functions, types of party. Party systems. Party funding and the debate about their influence on democracy.https://sites.google.com/site/thepoliticsteacherorg/home

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00:55:40

Pressure Groups

The Politics Shed ·

2023/09/02

In this episode, I describe the definitions, typology, tactics, and relative success of pressure groups in the UK. Do Pressure Groups enhance or detract from democracy?https://sites.google.com/site/thepoliticsteacherorg/home

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00:39:27

Think Tanks

The Politics Shed ·

2023/09/02

In this episode, I consider Think Tanks. What are Thinks Tanks? What do they do? How much influence do they have? Are Think Tanks good for democracy? https://sites.google.com/site/thepoliticsteacherorg/home

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00:44:45

Theories of Representation

The Politics Shed ·

2023/09/02

In this podcast, I discuss direct democracy, representative democracy, the delegate model, the trustee model, the mandate model, and the resemblance model of representation. https://sites.google.com/site/thepoliticsteacherorg/theories-of-representation https://sites.google.com/site/thepoliticsteacherorg/home

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00:45:22

The Media in UK Politics

The Politics Shed ·

2023/09/02

This podcast describes the impact of traditional media, new media, and media theories. For additional resources: https://sites.google.com/site/thepoliticsteacherorg/home

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00:33:03

Voting Behaviour. The importance of short term...

The Politics Shed ·

2023/09/02

This podcast considers the importance of factors such as the campaign, the personality of party leaders, and the rational choices made by voters. The 2017 and 2019 General Elections are examined as evidence.

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00:36:45

The social influences on voting behaviour.

The Politics Shed ·

2023/09/02

In this episode, I explore the social factors which influence the way people vote. This includes class, locality, ethnicity, and gender. I shall also explain what is meant by class dealignment and party dealignment. Follow the link below to the Politics Shed site for more information and resources.

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00:56:19

Voting Systems in the UK

The Politics Shed ·

2023/09/02

In this episode, I consider the strengths and weaknesses of the voting systems which have been used in the UK. Follow the link to the Politics Shed for more information and a variety of revision materials. https://sites.google.com/site/thepoliticsteacherorg/home

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