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  • Could Andy Burnham come unstuck on immigration and welfare?

    October 23, 2026 · 45 min

    It’s been almost 100 days since Andy Burnham became PM, but do the people who voted him in in Makerfield feel he has been living up to their expectations – and do they think he will be able to take on the electoral minefields of…

  • Does Andy Burnham know enough about AI?

    October 16, 2026 · 46 min

    Is the UK Government ready for artificial intelligence (AI) – and will there be any jobs left for the next generation? Former technology secretary Liz Kendall joins Beth Rigby, Ruth Davidson and Harriet Harman to discuss her push to get…

  • Has Zack Polanski’s Green bubble burst?

    October 9, 2026 · 38 min

    No matter how they try to spin it, it's been a difficult week for Zack Polanski's Green Party. The party leader didn't win the by-election to become the MP for Holborn and St Pancras (Sir Keir Starmer's former seat), losing to Labour's…

  • Andy Burnham draws his battle lines

    October 2, 2026 · 48 min

    Andy Burnham set out his stall during an emotional speech at the Labour Party conference – pledging to scrap the triple lock, create a national care service, and reform the first-past-the-post voting system. Beth Rigby, Ruth Davidson and…

  • Can Andy Burnham make Britain believe again?

    September 25, 2026 · 43 min

    Can Andy Burnham bring back hope - or is he all style and no substance? Following the prime minister's meeting with Donald Trump in New York, Beth Rigby, Ruth Davidson and Harriet Harman discuss whether Mr Burnham's leadership has brought…

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  • Is the government doing anything to stop AI killing us all?

    September 18, 2026 · 57 min

    The government needs to step up and properly regulate AI - that’s what Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy told the podcast - saying we can expect to hear more about it soon. She’s on the podcast this week talking to Beth after we’ve heard…

  • Why did Andy Burnham choose Israel for his biggest moment yet?

    September 11, 2026 · 52 min

    Ed Milliband made a bold statement in the Commons this week - UK government sanctions on Israeli settlements. But is there more to the timing of this? Harriet makes the case for why it's principled rather than political, and Beth, Ruth and…

  • What changes if Zack Polanski is an MP?

    September 4, 2026 · 39 min

    Could Zack Polanski win in the St Pancras and Holborn by-election – and how crushing would a loss be to the Green Party’s momentum? Harriet Harman, Ruth Davidson and Beth Rigby discuss – and mull over whether the whole thing will be an…

  • 'A bloodsport': Were journalists to blame for Keir Starmer’s downfall?

    August 28, 2026 · 43 min

    Do lobby journalists bear some responsibility for the collapse of the Starmer Government – or was it down to poor polling and a loss of authority? Beth Rigby, Ruth Davidson and Harriet Harman discuss whether the chaos around Keir Starmer…

  • How ‘mega-donors’ are buying political influence... and your algorithm

    August 21, 2026 · 48 min

    How are our political parties funded – and is it time for a cap on donations? Ruth Davidson and Harriet Harman pull back the curtain on political donations – and discuss whether bots astroturfing social media are rapidly becoming a major…

  • What does Nigel Farage’s win in Clacton actually prove?

    August 14, 2026 · 40 min

    Nigel Farage is an MP once again as he was victorious in the Clacton by-election, winning 63% of the vote and overcoming his main competitor - Count Binface. But has the vote left us with more questions than answers? And why didn’t Farage…

  • 'I hated it': Jess Phillips on life inside Keir Starmer's government

    August 7, 2026 · 35 min

    Hear from Jess Phillips regularly on our Tuesday members episode, subscribe at https://skynews.com/electoraldysfunction Jess Phillips joins Beth Rigby to reflect on her time as a minister under Keir Starmer. And she asks whether Andy…

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About the show

Political powerhouses Beth Rigby, Ruth Davidson and Harriet Harman unite to unravel the spin and explain what’s really going on in Westminster and beyond. Each episode examines who holds influence, what politicians are really saying, and the forces driving decisions behind closed doors. With authoritative insight and candid conversation, they assess who is rising, who is falling, and who is heading for Electoral Dysfunction. For audience questions and comments, message the team on WhatsApp: 07934 200444