In this episode of The Political Dispatch, Tom and Lily take a deep dive into one of the most significant democratic reforms in recent UK history: lowering the voting age to 16 years-old. From the role of education and political literacy to questions about maturity, motivation, and turnout, Tom and Lily examine the opportunities and concerns posed regarding the potential expansion of the franchise in the UK.

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In this episode, Tom, Lily, and Sidd discuss the evolving and often contentious relationship between Donald Trump and the media. The Political Dispatch team explores recent shifts in the U.S. media landscape, from the cancellation of a top-rated late-night show to the defunding of public radio and changes to the White House press corps.

This episode was recorded on 29th July 2025

You can also check out previous episodes related to this topic:

Meta, Musk, and the Politics of Social Media: https://thepoliticaldispatch.podbean.com/e/meta-musk-and-the-politics-of-social-media/

Lessons in Democracy: https://thepoliticaldispatch.podbean.com/e/lessons-in-democracy/

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In this episode, Tom, Lily, and Sidd examine a year of unprecedented conflict across Asia.

Join the hosts for a sweeping international news bulletin, from the nuclear standoff between India and Pakistan to the escalating war in Gaza, the renewed civil conflict in Myanmar, and a dangerous confrontation between Israel and Iran. With tensions rising in the South China Sea and new border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, this episode explores the structural forces driving Asia’s descent into instability, and what it means for the future of global peace and security.

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