29. Heatwaves, semiconductors, and Johnson’s return?

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19 July 2022
Posted by Alastair Campbell
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It's the hottest day of the year so far, but Rory and Alastair are still managing to disagree fairly agreeably!

Tune in to hear them talk heatwaves, climate change, leadership debates, food shortages, semiconductors, Thatcher and taxation, China, Joe Biden, Boris Johnson's return, and more.

Plus, stay tuned for a special guest episode later this week too...

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Exec Producer: Jack Davenport

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