Topic: Angus Robertson

4 chapters across the catalog

Gut Punch
Episode 922 1:00:14 - 1:06:00

922: Gut Punch

British Prime Minister's Questions, Scottish National Party

During Prime Minister's Questions, Angus Robertson of the Scottish National Party challenged Theresa May on her refusal to participate in televised debates. May responded by criticizing the SNP's focus on independence over domestic issues like healthcare and education.

Chain of Lies
Episode 898 2:12:14 - 2:14:43

898: Chain of Lies

UK Prime Minister Theresa May on "UK First" Trade

During Prime Minister's Questions, Scottish MP Angus Robertson challenged Theresa May on whether a post-Brexit trade deal with the U.S. would result in lower food safety standards, such as the introduction of chlorinated chicken and GMOs. May responded by stating she would put "UK interests and values first" in any negotiation. The hosts note the irony of the media's negative reaction to Trump's "America First" slogan while May uses similar nationalist rhetoric.

Wall of Meat
Episode 896 2:20:04 - 2:29:49

896: Wall of Meat

Theresa May's Brexit Speech and Scottish Opposition

British Prime Minister Theresa May announces a "clean break" from the EU single market, prompting a sharp response from EU negotiators in Brussels. Angus Robertson of the Scottish National Party challenges May in Parliament, arguing that Brexit will harm Scotland's economy. The hosts discuss the bureaucratic nature of the EU and the challenges of the two-year negotiation timeline.