The Memo with Kaylem Shepherd

In this episode of The Memo - Part 1, Kaylem sits down with George Abaraonye, the former President-elect of the Oxford Union, for a raw and honest conversation about life behind the headlines. Before the controversy, before the scrutiny, there was a story. In this first chapter, George opens up about his early life, the influences that shaped him, and his journey into the world of debating where a...

In this special episode of The Memo, Kaylem is joined by Sam Kiley, World Affairs Editor of The Independent and one of today’s most experienced foreign correspondents. With more than three decades reporting from war zones around the globe from Iraq and Afghanistan to Israel and Ukraine. Sam brings unparalleled insight into the unfolding conflict between the United States and Iran. We take a dive i...

In this episode of The Memo, Kaylem sits down with Julia Willemyns, Co-founder of The Centre for British Progress, to explore how Britain can better attract and retain exceptional talent from around the world. From visa reforms to the Global Talent and High Potential Individual routes, Julia explains why the UK’s exceptional talent system is underused, how it can be made more visible and accessibl...

In this episode of The Memo, Kaylem sits down with Kane Emerson to break down the YIMBY vs NIMBY debate and what it means for the future of housing in the UK.From planning reform to housing supply, Kane explains the rise of the YIMBY movement, why housing has become one of the UK’s most contentious political battles, and how local opposition continues to shape — and limit — development. Kaylem and...

In this episode of The Memo, Kaylem sits down with George Main Sin, a member of the UK Youth Parliament, to talk about why young people’s voices are more important than ever in modern politics. From shaping policy to challenging the status quo, George shares his experiences in the Youth Parliament, the impact young people can have on government decisions, and how engagement today can shape the lea...

In this episode of The Memo, Kaylem sits down with Miami Republican Committeewoman Angie Wong, a prominent voice in conservative politics and a strategist who’s seen firsthand how power is shaped behind the scenes. As the Republican Party stands at a critical crossroads, Angie offers her candid take on where the GOP is heading, what Mandanhi’s surprise mayoral win in New York means for a nation al...

In this episode of The Memo, Kaylem sits down with Carl Cashman, the rising star of the Liberal Democrats and the man campaigning to lead Liverpool City Council. Dubbed “Britain’s sexiest politician” by fans online, Cashman talks candidly about life in the public eye, his vision for Liverpool’s future, and what it will take to rebuild trust in local politics. From viral headlines to serious policy...

Politics and culture are shifting fast. The Memo with Kaylem Shepherd goes beyond the noise to expose the real forces shaping young lives around the world. From housing crises and climate collapse to identity, justice, and power, this podcast unpacks the urgent issues behind today’s headlines. With sharp interviews, fearless questions, and zero fluff, Kaylem brings fresh voices and unfiltered trut...

This week on The Memo, Kaylem Shepherd sits down with Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Goncharenko for an unfiltered and deeply human conversation on War, Resilience, and the Mental Toll of Survival. We are nearly 1,120 days since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and millions of Ukrainians are still living under constant threat air raids, missile strikes, blackouts, displacement, and unimaginable loss. Ole...

This week on The Memo, Kaylem Shepherd sits down with former Labour councillor Daisy Blakemore-Creedon for a powerful and personal conversation on Young Voices in Politics: Speaking Out and Standing Alone. At just 18, Daisy made headlines when she won a seat on Peterborough City Council while still preparing for her A-levels. But just a year later, she has resigned from the Labour group, citing a...

This week on The Memo, Kaylem Shepherd welcomes journalist and broadcaster Benjamin Butterworth for an in-depth conversation on A Nation Divided: The Polarisation of UK Politics. Is Britain more politically and culturally divided than ever before? Together, they explore how growing polarisation is reshaping the UK’s political landscape from escalating culture wars and shifting party loyalties to t...

This week on The Memo, Kaylem Shepherd sits down with housing campaigner and journalist Harry Scoffin, Founder of Free Leaseholders for an open and thoughtful conversation about the UK’s leasehold system. Is leasehold a dated legal structure that puts homeowners at a disadvantage, or is it a necessary part of the modern property market? Together, they trace the history, unpack the complexities, an...

This week on The Memo, host Kaylem Shepherd sits down with Matthew Torbitt , advocate for prison reform and ending homelessness, freelance writer, and broadcaster for a deep and wide-ranging conversation on some of the most urgent issues facing the UK today. Together, they explore Labour’s current political trajectory and what it means for the party’s future and the country at large. They unpack N...

This week on The Memo, host Kaylem Shepherd is joined by Harrison Allman-Varty, who became the UK’s youngest councillor in 2022, for a dynamic and insightful conversation on The Rise of Gen Z Politicians: Disrupting Power or Playing the Same Game? They explore what it really means for Generation Z to step into politics, challenging old systems and reshaping public discourse. From the push for Vote...

In this candid episode of The Memo , host Kaylem Shepherd sits down with guest Albie Amankona (Broadcaster and Financial Analyst) and dive deep into the reality of “Broken Britain.” From the chaotic fallout of Brexit to the glaring gaps in leadership, we’re breaking down exactly how years of Tory mismanagement have left Britain facing a crisis of confidence, opportunity, and unity. Why are young p...