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The essential weekly update on what the British public thinks and why. Brought to you by More in Common UK and Luke Tryl.Episodes published every Thursday in time for the morning commute. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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- 2 days ago59 min
What drove the 'Blue Tsunami'?
On this week's episode of The Opinion Brief, More In Common's Luke Tryl is joined by Stephen Hawkins to unpack what we've learned from this week's historic Midterm Elections in the US.Plus, which political leaders and parties are up and down in this week's voting intentions, how are Britons responding to the Budget, and which voters like Guy Fawkes?*****Access todays graphs, charts and images: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk/newsletter/the-opinion-brief-podcast/For more from the podcast: https://linktr.ee/OpinionBriefPodContact us: hello@moreincommon.comRead more: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago38 min
Is the Budget enough?
On this episode of The Opinion Brief, Luke, Sophie and Louis look at what John Healey outlined in this year's Autumn Budget. How does it meet public expectations? What will the public notice? And how has public opinion on the economy shifted in the past two years?Plus, what's your favourite scary film? And what does that say about your politics?Everything (and more) is revealed in the latest episode of The Opinion Brief.*****Access todays graphs, charts and images: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk/newsletter/the-opinion-brief-podcast/For more from the podcast: https://linktr.ee/OpinionBriefPodContact us: hello@moreincommon.comRead more: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago33 min
Pre-Budget Special Briefing
Listen to the live recording of More in Common's pre-Budget webinar briefing. *****Access todays graphs, charts and images: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk/newsletter/the-opinion-brief-podcast/For more from the podcast: https://linktr.ee/OpinionBriefPodContact us: hello@moreincommon.comRead more: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago40 min
The Budget's biggest test
Ahead of the Budget, this week's episode of The Opinion Brief dives into Britons' greatest concern, and the biggest question for the Chancellor: the cost of living crisis.In this week's episode:Head-to-head: do the public prefer Andy Burnham to opposition party leaders?More in Common's latest research on the issue at the heart of Britons' cost of living concerns: energy bills.Are the public optimistic that the upcoming Budget could have a tangible impact on day-to-day life?Just how many Britons are prepping for 'doomsday' scenarios?*****Access todays graphs, charts and images: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk/newsletter/the-opinion-brief-podcast/For more from the podcast: https://linktr.ee/OpinionBriefPodContact us: hello@moreincommon.comRead more: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago42 min
The Tories, Reform and the SNP
In this episode of The Opinion Brief by More in Common, the team break down the key policy issues heading into SNP Conference and coming out of the Conservatives' one.Key Topics Covered:Voting Intention Shifts: Kemi Badenoch climbs after her performance at Party Conference, buoyed by her critique of Reform UK and Nigel Farage.SNP Conference: What issues are on the table? With the Prime Minister also in Scotland this weekend, will he pay a visit?What your political preferences say about whether you'd be happy to shorten your lifespan to look better...*****Access todays graphs, charts and images: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk/newsletter/the-opinion-brief-podcast/For more from the podcast: https://linktr.ee/OpinionBriefPodContact us: hello@moreincommon.comRead more: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Oct 8, 202633 min
Do the Conservatives have a brand problem?
In this episode of The Opinion Brief by More in Common, the team break down the key policy issues emerging from the Conservative Party Conference. Key Topics Covered:Voting Intentions & Polling Shifts: Labour hit a high of 29 per cent, opening a 5-point lead over Reform UK (24 per cent), while the Conservatives slip to 21 per cent.Kemi Badenoch’s Conference Speech Analysis: How the Conservative leader is redefining the battleground with Labour and taking direct aim at Reform UK on identity, culture, and economic policy.Policy Debates & Public Perception: Examining proposed cuts, economic stability vs. moral arguments on inheritance tax and national insurance exemptions, and the introduction of a "Britannia Shield" defence proposal.What your political preferences say about whether you'd rather be a Traitor or a Faithful.*****Access todays graphs, charts and images: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk/newsletter/the-opinion-brief-podcast/For more from the podcast: https://linktr.ee/OpinionBriefPodContact us: hello@moreincommon.comRead more: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Oct 6, 20261h 22m
Live from Conservative Conference: Can Badenoch turn the party around?
Welcome to a special live recording of a More in Common panel from the 2026 Conservative Party Conference.Can Kemi Badenoch turn around the Conservatives' fortunes in time for the next general election? In this live recording of The Opinion Brief, host Daniel Finkelstein brings together polling experts, shadow cabinet ministers and former party leaders for More in Common's flagship deep dive into the state of the Conservatives: where has the party cut through, how do they maintain unity and who poses the biggest electoral threat?Featured Panellists:Daniel Finkelstein (Chair) - Associate Editor at The Times and Conservative PeerLuke Tryl - More in CommonKevin Hollinrake MP - Chairman of the Conservative PartyChris Philp MP - Shadow Home SecretaryRuth Davidson - Conservative Peer and former Scottish Conservative Party LeaderNick Timothy MP - Shadow Justice SecretaryAlex Burghart MP - Deputy Leader of the Conservative PartyVictoria Atkins MP - Shadow Environment Secretary *****Access todays graphs, charts and images: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk/newsletter/the-opinion-brief-podcast/For more from the podcast: https://linktr.ee/OpinionBriefPodContact us: hello@moreincommon.comRead more: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Oct 5, 202634 min
Special: State of the Conservative Party
Welcome to a special episode of The Opinion Brief from the More in Common team who are in Birmingham as the Conservative Party Conference 2026 gets underway. Luke Tryl is joined by Louis O'Geran and Julie Kirkbride to break down how the party's positions on key issues such as Brexit and immigration could best align with the priorities of its key voter groups. Plus, a new poll examines how Britons would vote depending on their preferred supermarket!*****Access todays graphs, charts and images: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk/newsletter/the-opinion-brief-podcast/For more from the podcast: https://linktr.ee/OpinionBriefPodContact us: hello@moreincommon.comRead more: https://www.moreincommon.org.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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