Abisoye Adelusi

Where Truth Is Valued

Society EN ↓ 28 episodes

Welcome to "Where Truth Is Valued," a podcast where we explore and weigh the truths we're told about our world. The focus is on clear, concise explanations to help us all understand the complex issues that impact our lives.

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Abisoye Adelusi

Episodes

03 |Election Series: The Taxing Truth Part 1 03.06.2024 27:22

In this episode, "Biggie Was Right: The Taxing Truth," we delve into the complexities of UK taxation. With income tax thresholds frozen until 2028, taxpayers face an increasing burden due to fiscal drag. We explore Labour and Conservative plans for future tax changes, National Insurance contributions, and the hidden costs of tax evasion. Join me as I uncover where our tax money really go...

02 |Election Series: The Parliamentary Disciplinary Process 30.05.2024 28:52

In this episode of "Where Truth is Valued," host Abisoye Adelusi dives into the controversy surrounding Diane Abbott's suspension, the restoration of her whip, and her whether she has been barred from standing as a Labour candidate. We also dive into the difference of disciplinary processes across major political parties. Share your thoughts and join the conversation on Slido here

01 |Election Series: Unpacking UK Spending 27.05.2024 24:30

Welcome to the first episode of "Where Truth Is Valued." I'm Abisoye Adelusi, a journalist and podcast producer. In this episode, we explore how the UK government spends your money and what it means for you. Key topics include: What is GDP and its connection to government spending? How the government gets its money: taxes and borrowing. Trends in healthcare, defence and Education spe...