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This is a sneak peek into the incredible life story of Charles Ignatius Sancho - abolitionist, writer, composer, and much more. From the very humblest of beginnings, he would go on to humble all others with his eloquence, intellect, and charm. You can listen to the whole thing on our Patreon. Find out more at primetimepod.com/support With thanks to our wonderful Members of the Podcast primetimepod.com [email protected] Instagram & Twitter: @primetime_cast Bluesky: ‪@primetimepod.bsky.social‬ Stock media provided by ScandiFex/ Pond5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is all about voting, but not how we vote; it's about how members of Parliament vote when it’s time to decide whether to approve a law. So get ready for the high-octane, seat-of-your-pants thrill ride that is voting procedures. It is actually a little more silly and interest than you think.  primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An episode for examining William Pulteney, 1st Earl of Bath, one of the two most insignificant fellows in England; and for connected purposes. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss honours lists - what they are for, when they are issued, and why (like busses), two of them have come along at once. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A second Christmas special for exploring the premiership of Britain's favourite and most Hugh Grant-y prime minister; and for connected purposes. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Christmas special for exploring the premiership of Britain's favourite and most Hugh Grant-y prime minister; and for connected purposes. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A second episode for exploring the Hon. Henry Pelham, Walpole’s protégé; and for connected purposes. This is our second of two episodes for Henry Pelham. We talk about his time at the top, and pass judgement on his performance. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An episode for examining the Hon. Henry Pelham, Walpole’s protégé; and for connected purposes. This is our first of two episodes for Henry Pelham. We go over his background and early days in politics. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we take a look at the history of Parliament and the huge changes and developments over the centuries to get from the Anglo-Saxon witans to our 21st Century legislature. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An episode for examining Spencer Compton, 1st Earl of Wilmington, the favourite nonentity of George II; and for connected purposes. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast (With thanks to Totalus Rankium for the use of ‘Sweet and Honourable’) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we take a look at the constitutional and historical issues surrounding David Cameron's appointment as Foreign Secretary. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An episode exploring the rise and fall of Robert Walpole, Britain’s first and longest-serving Prime Minister; and for connected purposes. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we examine how prime ministers enter and leave office, and what they do whilst they're there. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Starting with the 7th Century Saxons and ending with the Glorious Revolution of 1688, this episode is a quick primer on the pre-history of British politics. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A brief introduction to our podcast. If you like what you hear, please continue embarking on this journey with us through hundreds of years of British politics. We'll keep it light, we promise. primetimepod.com [email protected] @primetime_cast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.