Politicised

Lewis Goodall is a British journalist, broadcaster and author. He was a political correspondent for Sky News. He later became policy editor of the BBC's flagship current affairs programme Newsnight. He is currently co-hosts the highly successful podcast The News Agents, along side Emily Maitlis & Jon Sopel

Season 3 begins with another sensational interview. Episode 1 sees Charlotte chat to Ian Hislop

Michael Portillo is one of the most prominent Conservative figures in recent history. He was extremely close to the heart of British politics during his career. Working closely with figures like Thatcher, Major, Lawson and Hague. As Minister for Local Government, it was his job to promote the policy which ultimately brought down the Thatcher government - The Community Charge or 'Poll Tax'. 

Melissa Benn comes from a rich political background. The daughter of political giant Tony Benn and education campaigner Caroline Benn. Melissa Benn is a British journalist, education campaigner and writer. She is known for her support of comprehensive education and criticism of many aspects of government policy on education. Benn setup the Local Schools Network in 2010, going on to write two books...

Sir Gavin Williamson has been at the heart of many of the previous Conservative governments. As PPS to David Cameron, he played a key role in organising PMQs and within 10 Downing Street. Serving as Education Secretary during Covid, and Defence Secretary. He has served at the top level of British government and offers a fascinating insight. As Theresa May's Chief Whip, Williamson has an unrivalled...

Lord Lamont was an instrumental figure within the Major government. Serving as Chancellor from 1990 to 1993. As a minister in the Thatcher government, his relationship with key figures, such as Lawson and Thatcher, was fascinating to hear about.

David Frost was one of the key figures within the Johnson government. He played a key role in the Brexit withdrawal process through his role as Chief Negotiator of Task Force Europe. Having been a special adviser to Johnson, a minister in the Liz Truss government and a civil servant, he provided a fascinating insight into the inner workings of government and the Conservative party. 

A fascinating interview with Sir Jacob Rees Mogg who is arguably one of the most recognisable conservative figures. As a former leader of the House of Commons and Energy Secretary, alongside being a prominent Brexiteer, his analysis of pressing political issues was insightful

Sir Graham Brady was the longest-serving chairman of the 1922 Committee - a parliamentary group consisting of Conservative backbench MPs.

David Blunkett was a titan of the New Labour period of government. Blunkett served as: Education secretary; Home secretary and Work and Pensions secretary.

In the first episode of season two, Lower Sixth pupil Charlotte Clee speaks to political heavyweight David Gauke. Gauke served as Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice between January 2018 and July 2019. He also was a key figure in Osborne's Treasury - serving as Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury from 2010 to 2014.

U5 Charlotte interviews Jess Phillips MP in the House of Commons earlier this year

Students Charlotte, Hannah join Rev Moloney to discuss the relevance of liberation theology in modern politics

Two St John's pupils - Charlotte and Oscar - discuss the relevance of Christianity in the 21st century

2nd in a series of interviews with famous political figures. This episode focuses on the political experiences of former Conservative Cabinet Minister and Thatcher nemesis, Michael Heseltine

St Johns pupil and human rights activist Natasha Khan (U5), interviews ex Guantanamo Bay prisoner Mansoor Adayfi. Mansoor was detained for 14 years without charge until his release in 2016. Today he campaigns for the closure of Guantanamo Bay and the treatment of prisoners rendered during the 'War on Terror' .

St John's star pupil reporter, Charlotte Clee, interviews political heavyweight and former Labour leader Neil Kinnock. The first in a series of interviews.

L5 Charlotte and A level pupil Cerys discuss their favourite female thinkers

In the latest episode, L6 student Cerys and L5 Charlotte, make their case for the greatest political philosopher of all time!

Ewan and Bruce discuss their choices for the top 3 prime ministers of all time. 

Ethan, Ewan and Bruce - three A level politics students - discuss crime and punishment

What are the limits of freedom? To what extent is it justifiable for the government to limit our freedom? Is a paternalistic state beneficial to individuals and society?

In the second episode, we address the growing concern of the overgrowth of the state; especially when it comes to protecting our own rights and freedoms. With the recent Police and Crime bill in the UK, the response to Coronavirus restrictions in the United States, and the issue of the preservation of certain rights, but not others, the question is being asked more than ever. Are there alternative...

This episode, we discuss the inevitability of poverty; whether in the current system of capitalism the world is resigned to having a wealth gap and whether a different ideology would prevent this. Exploring the ramifications, reasons for, and the different aspects of poverty, this episode seeks to deconstruct this longstanding issue.