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British politics is a of a nightmare to keep up with at the moment. Reading every think-piece or news story about how life is getting objectively worse would be enough to make your eyes fall out. That's why we created The British Dream, a podcast that pumps analysis of how everything is ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ directly into your ears. Stay positive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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On this week’s episode, Jenna and Katelyn continue their coverage of the Duke and Duchess of Sussexs’ first major tour--this time, discussing the couple’s stops in Fiji and Tonga. Tune in to hear all about what they were up to from October 23-26, including their romantic night at a private island resort, Meghan’s stunning formalwear, and Harry’s fu…
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Harry and Meghan kicked off their 16-day tour “down under” by announcing some big news, but that hasn’t had too much of an impact on their busy schedule! On this episode, Jenna and Katelyn review what the royals were up to on the first half of their visit to Oceania (October 16-22). Koalas! Dubbo! Macaroni necklace! Invictus! Plus, what the heck is…
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BABY!!!!!!!!! Just when we thought we couldn’t ask for anything more from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as they embark on a 16-day tour of the South Pacific, Harry and Meghan gift us all with a wonderful announcement: They’re expecting! Recorded the day the news broke, join Katelyn and Jenna as they discuss the signs they totally missed, speculate…
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It’s almost time for another royal wedding! On October 12, it will be Princess Eugenie’s turn to walk down the aisle at St. George's. Join Jenna and Katelyn as they discuss the details of these nuptials and as they speculate on possible dress designers and tiaras for the younger York sister’s big day.Also in this episode, Kate is back in action and…
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Join Jenna and Katelyn as they catch up on what Meghan Markle has been doing in her first 100 days as the Duchess of Sussex! In this episode, your hosts tell you where you can get a good look at Meghan’s gorgeous veil, discuss the new bundle of joy Harry and Meghan have brought home (spoiler, it’s a black lab!), review Meghan’s first solo outing, a…
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The royals are mostly still on vacation so Jenna and Katelyn discuss British Royal Family news before the Firm abandoned public life.There’s a lot of whys in our latest episode and we’ve got the answers! Camilla is eating ice cream with Judi Dench! Prince Charles is racing around his garden counting butterflies and we tell Jan (who?!) she needs to …
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Earlier in the summer the world looked on in horror as Donald Trump’s “zero tolerance border policy led to the separation of thousands of migrant children from their parents. Audio recordings of crying infants and pictures of kids surrounded by border guards could hardly fail to move you. But do we have the moral high ground in the UK? The separati…
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Are we seeing the normalisation of fascism? There's a disturbing pattern of politicians making extreme statements, columnists writing apologia for racism, and far-right figures taking to the airwaves for soft interviews with sycophantic journalists. On the British Dream this week, Simon Childs chats to Hussein Kesvani about what to make of this new…
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On this week’s episode, Jenna and Katelyn talk about the happenings with the Royals from mid-July. Yes, this means your hosts talk about President Tr*mp’s visit to the UK. Listen to hear our thoughts on the Queen’s brooches, the supposed Brexit talk, and whether we think Princes Charles and William really refused to meet with him. *Looks up picture…
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Remember in the spring when Ireland voted to legalise abortion? People in Northern Ireland do. They remember how everyone looked to Northern Ireland – with its exceptionally harsh abortion laws – and wondered if they would take a similar step. Northern Irish women took to the streets demanding their rights with banners reading “the North Is next”. …
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Jenna and Katelyn are back with a whirlwind review of some fun royal events. First up, your hosts talk all about Meghan’s fashionable forays to official engagements, as well as Royal Ascot and polo parties. And you know how the old song goes: “Louie, Louie / oh baby / take me to your christening!” Well, it happened! Little baby Louis put on the tra…
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The honeymoon is over and everyone’s back to work! Not only are Jenna and Katelyn returning with a new episode, but the Royals are back in the thick of things. Join your hosts as they discuss this year’s Trooping the Colour, some upcoming trips for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, and some candid photos of Kate wrangling George and Charlotte while w…
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Grime has gone from a music genre that the police tried to snuff out, to one of Britain’s most in demand cultural exports, all the while maintaining its anti-establishment edge. We spoke to Dan Hancox, author of Inner City Pressure: The Story of Grime, about why the genre sounds like a riot that’s about to happen, its adversarial relationship with …
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There’s been a lot of news since Meghan and Harry’s wedding and this episode is just the start of catching up! On this episode, we discuss the Duchess of Sussex’s continued introduction into the Firm! She’s got her own Coat of Arms, a fantastic About Me page, and for her first Buckingham Palace garden party, Meghan goes full duchess. Also on the do…
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When the British people voted to “take back control” and leave the EU, you have to wonder if they were doing so looking forward to passing references to technocratic policy detail filtered through a Westminster melodrama, a sort of Tory Battle Royale played out by Jacob Rees-Mogg, Boris Johnson and Anna Soubry, with people’s opinions wielded as a w…
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In April an obscure, sub-cultural, iconoclastic, left-wing Jewish group called Jewdas made tabloid news by inviting Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn to a Seder, in which a beetroot was held aloft as attendees shouted "F**k capitalism". In the context of an anti-Semitism scandal that is dogging the Labour party, this was interpreted as further evidence t…
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On this episode, Jenna and Katelyn finally discuss all the details of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s big day! May 19 was sunny and warm in Windsor, and everything looked beautiful: the church, the flowers, the guests, the weird minibuses, and, last but not least, bride Meghan Markle. Here in the USA, in Katelyn’s basement, the sun had not risen, …
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Ever since the engagement was announced, Jenna and Katelyn have been eagerly anticipating another event: the Lifetime movie! On Sunday, May 13, Lifetime aired Harry & Meghan: A Royal Romance, a two-hour dramatization of the couple’s love story. On this episode, your hosts discuss their thoughts on this cinematic masterpiece. Listen to hear about th…
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"It was disturbing for us to see young people targeted in this kind of way" Silkie Carlo is a Director at Big Brother Watch, an independent non-profit organisation leading the protection of privacy and civil liberties in the UK. She chats to Simon Childs, Home Affairs Editor at VICE.COM, about how scary the police’s use facial recognition technolog…
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It’s almost here! With only a few days until Harry and Meghan tie the knot, Jenna and Katelyn figured they’d revisit their wedding predictions and maybe discuss some of the final details announced by Kensington Palace. But the Markle family had different plans. Join your hosts as they talk about the developments that have no doubt sent the minds at…
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Listeners!! It’s happening!!!!! Wedding mania has taken over the podcast, putting other royals news on the back burner for a little bit. Join Jenna and Katelyn as they discuss the latest announcements from Kensington Palace about what we can expect for Harry and Meghan’s big day. William is the best man! Meghan’s parents will escort her to her Prin…
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With Harry and Meghan’s wedding only two weeks away, Jenna and Katelyn want to discuss the latest with the Cambridges before completely falling under the spell of royal wedding fever! Join your hosts as they share their quick takes on baby’s Louis’s name, his cheeks, and his adorable photo shoot with the newly 3 Charlotte.…
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“What gets talked about is immigration and borders—what doesn't get talked about is people and people's lives" Gracie Bradley is an Advocacy Officer for Liberty, campaigning for human rights in the UK. She chats to Simon Childs, Home Affairs Editor at VICE.COM, about where the Windrush Scandal fits into the Government's "Hostile environment" projec…
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Jenna and Katelyn celebrate the birth of Kate Middleton and Prince William’s third child! Welcome to the world baby prince! Going over a timeline of the day, we learn that waving is Princess Charlotte’s favorite, Prince William is an expert, and once again Kate is an amazing human thanks to magic (and her glam squad). We also discuss the outfit Kat…
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With only one month until Prince Harry’s wedding to Meghan Markle and a new royal baby due any day now, Jenna and Katelyn are back to discuss the latest in British royals news! Join your hosts as we review the logistics around the birth of Baby Cambridge #3 and the final preparations for the wedding, including Meghan’s recent trip to the U.S, the p…
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"Our kids are bearing the brunt of institutional racism and ultimately paying with their lives" Stafford Scott is a Race Advocacy Officer at The Monitoring Group, an anti-racist charity. He chats to Simon Childs, Home Affairs Editor at VICE.COM, about the knife crime epidemic, the influence of social media on young people, and state racism. Hosted …
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April is here, and Jenna and Katelyn are breathlessly anticipating the arrival of Baby Cambridge Three! We are very excited for Will, Kate, George, and Charlotte to welcome a new bundle of joy to Kensington Palace. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have not announced whether they’re expecting a new prince or princess, but that has not stopped the p…
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April showers bring May flowers—if by “showers” we mean floods of wedding updates! As May 19 draws nearer, Kensington Palace has been releasing more and more information about the upcoming nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Listen to find out more about the cake, the flowers, and the very special role Harry has carved out for members and v…
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This episode, we finally touch on one of our favorite parts of a royal wedding: the bridal tiara! Join Jenna and Katelyn as they discuss what British brides have worn in the past and predict whether Meghan will don a Royal Family heirloom like Kate Middleton did, a vintage piece like Princess Margaret, or whether a custom design will be her “someth…
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“We are paying to learn how to work in jobs that no longer pay” Students from all over the UK have joined the University strike in solidarity with their lecturers this year. Hear an oral history from those who have been protesting, hogging the picket lines and running the occupations at Universities around the country. Hosted by Simon Childs, VICE …
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Katelyn and Jenna are back to discuss what’s new with the British royals. This episode, the Queen shines in a bright gown, Will and Kate continue their typical charity circuit, and Meghan and Harry celebrate International Women’s Day with a trip to Birmingham. But your hosts were not stuck reporting only these more typical stories. Join us as we ta…
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So much has changed in far right politics. The British National Party have come and gone, the English Defence League have disappeared, and lord knows what's going on at UKIP. As part of Hate Island, our special investigation into the far-right, Simon Childs, VICE UK's Home Affairs Editor, is in conversation with journalist James Poulter, Broadly Ed…
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On this episode, Jenna and Katelyn once again catch up on the news! From the Queen’s appearance at London Fashion Week alongside Anna Wintour, to William’s modelesque poses atop a motorbike, the British Royals have had a very fashionable few weeks. But the biggest excitement came from the first official appearance of the “Fab Four” at the Royal Fou…
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After an post from our #InstagramMuse Sarah, Duchess of York, wishing her ex a happy birthday we take a quick look at Prince Andrew’s life and why he happens to have a whole tab on Wikipedia for his controversies. In our news segment we discuss The Cambridges at the BAFTAS, Kate and Sophie’s joint engagement for fashion, “Markle Sparkle,” and more!…
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Matt Myers has written an oral history of the 2010 student movement that cast off the cliche of an apathetic youth, embarrassed Nick Clegg, sacked the Tory HQ, but didn’t quite manage to stop tuition fees going up. Simon Childs, Home Affairs Editor at VICE.com, discusses with Matt why the Iraq War and 2010 student movement is helpful lens to look a…
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In honor of Valentine’s Day, join Jenna and Katelyn as they discuss the love lives of Princes William and Harry. First, in the news segment, your hosts cover Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s romantic February 13 trip to Edinburgh, including updates on stag and hen dos, a pony, and tartan coats. Then, because Valentine’s Day isn’t always a happy hol…
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Most people didn’t hear Jeremy Corbyn’s foreign policy speech to the UN Assembly in December 2017. But basically it set out what you could call the Corbyn Doctrine on UK foreign policy for the Labour Party. Simon Childs, Home Affairs Editor at VICE.COM, kicks off the first in our "Speeching" series. It’s all about corruption, solidarity and putting…
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This episode, your hosts cover Will and Kate's Most recent jaunt in the realm of soft diplomacy: their trip to Sweden and Norway! With the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge back in the UK, Katelyn and Jenna review their trip, discussing the other royal families, Kate’s amazing cape, and glogg! We also react to the exciting news that the Prince Harry an…
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On this episode, Jenna and Katelyn cover the facts and the (likely) fiction about the Royal Family’s recent doings. Did Kate donate her hair? Is Harry looking to acquire some? Will one-hit-wonder Craig David be serenading Harry and Meghan at their wedding reception? Tune in to hear our takes!If you have any feedback or ideas for topics you’d like u…
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Is Brexit a hangover from Blairism? Are we living through the political comedown after Tony's Britpop party? Richard Power Sayeed, author of the book "1997: The Future That Never Happened" chats with Simon Childs, Home Affairs Editor at VICE UK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Meghan Markle has chosen the lucky designer who will create her wedding dress! On this week’s episode, Katelyn and Jenna discuss the possibilities and speculate on what the dress itself may look like. Join your hosts as we look to the past for clues, both in what Meghan herself has worn as a bride, and in the dresses of four other royals: Queen Eli…
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Happy 2018! Just like the Royals, Jenna and Katelyn are back at work after a short holiday break. On this episode, your hosts look back at the major events of 2017 and discuss the fashions, failures, and festivities that marked the Firm’s year.At the top of the episode, we talk about the engagement photos, the Fab Four’s first joint walk to church,…
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It’s the most royal-ful time of the year! On this episode, Jenna and Katelyn look at the Firm’s holiday traditions, including the gag-gift exchange, early morning church services, and tons of puddings. And this Christmas is extra special, as Meghan Markle will join in the festivities! What will she get the Queen? Will we get a photo of both Meghan …
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It’s been a quiet year, with only one of the most surprising elections in living memory to distract us form Brexit, the Grenfell Tower Fire and the Westminster sex abuse scandal, to name just a few. Join the British Dream as we travel back 12 months, to a completely different political landscape where Theresa May was riding high in the polls and Je…
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This week, Jenna and Katelyn turn to some topics requested by our listeners! This includes a new segment called “Where in the World Is Meghan Markle?” where we update our audience on where Harry’s fiancée may be (on a karaoke-infused road trip…?). We also respond to a listener question about the rules for curtsying. Will Meghan need to curtsy to Ka…
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The Royal family has been busy! In the aftermath of announcing the engagement of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, members of the Firm were spotted all over England (and Finland!). In this episode, Jenna and Katelyn update listeners on the wedding and talk about the couple’s first engaged engagement in Nottingham. Before that, your hosts discuss the …
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Our Americrown dreams are finally coming true! On this week’s episode, your hosts Jenna and Katelyn celebrate the news that Prince Harry is marrying his American girlfriend, Meghan Markle. Join us as we discuss the events of November 27, from our early-morning text exchange to the spectacular photo call and interview!And now, more than ever, we wan…
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This week the Royals gathered to celebrate an amazing event--Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip’s 70th wedding anniversary! Harry and Meghan can certainly learn a lot from looking at his grandparents, but another event that happened seven years ago can provide a lot of guidance for the near-term.On November 16, 2010, the Royal Family announced that …
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