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Down the Local

Government EN ↓ 27 episodes

Down the Local is a UK podcast that takes listeners on a pub-to-pub journey across the country, uncovering the real conversations happening in Britain today. Hosted by Phil Dave, this weekly TALK podcast dives into the biggest everyday issues, social trends and hot topics that are driving people up the wall. Each episode is recorded in a different local pub, where Phil chats with real punters about everything from the cost of living, culture and modern life frustrations. Expect authentic opinions, lively debates and plenty of humour straight from the heart of the community. Joining Phil Dave e...

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TALK WOMEN: Lawless London, Shamima Begum & Taylor Swift’s New Controversy 28.11.2025 32:40

Samara Gill and Alex Phillips cut through the noise to bring you the stories that actually matter to women. In this episode, we’re joined by Reform UK councillor Laila Cunningham and Former Met Police detective Peter Bleksley as we dig into whether crime in London has truly improved, the ongoing debate over Shamima Begum’s return to the UK, and why superstar singer Taylor Swift is facing criticism...

TALK WOMEN: Epping Hotel Ruling, Olympic Trans Row, Sydney Sweeney Backlash 21.11.2025 35:23

Samara Gill and Alex Phillips cut through the noise to bring you the stories that actually matter to real women. In this episode, we’re joined by Reform UK Councillor Laila Cunningham as we discuss the recent ruling in Epping over asylum seekers, whether common sense has prevailed in women’s sport following reports that the Olympics may ban all transgender athletes, and whether Sydney Sweeney has...