The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters #1197

This week Beau begins to discuss the legendary circumnavigation of the globe by Ferdinand Magellan in the early sixteenth century; setting up the context and some of the main characters.

In this episode of Chronicles, Luca discusses Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad. He explores themes of colonialism, civilisation, and human nature as the characters endure the darkness of the Congo.

Carl and Harry are joined by the Basket-weaver's Mark Houghton to discuss Trump's big beautiful deportation machine, how Britain is getting a Muslim party, and the need for alternate institutions.

Beau, Harry and Dan discuss how Reeves cries for herself, has Jaguar hit rock bottom? and has Meloni betrayed Italy.

Carl, Stelios and Harry discuss the end of the age of migration, Elon Musk’s latest ego project, and the most unsurprising thing ever.

Stelios interviews Johan Norberg about golden ages throughout history and what conditions create one.

Dan, Steven and Charlie Downes discuss Rupert Lowe MP's new Restore Britain movement, how Labour are going after people's savings and the EUs ongoing efforts to impersonate the USSR. You can join or donate to Restore Britain here.

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Luca, Steven and Firas discuss the gauntlet being thrown down at Glastonbury, the launch of Ben Habib’s new party, and the MP that has been denied communion.

Firas explains the geopolitics of Iran, the Islamic Revolution, and its relationship with Israel.