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In this episode of the DM-Mi Podcast, host Sukh Hayre sits down with Baroness Claire Fox — Director at the Academy of Ideas and member of the UK House of Lords — for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of politics, free speech and public debate in Britain.

Claire shares her unconventional political journey from revolutionary left activism to the House of Lords, exploring the core principles that have shaped her views on sovereignty, democracy and Brexit. The discussion dives into the role of the Academy of Ideas, the importance of open debate and the cultural shifts shaping modern political discourse.

The conversation also examines the current state of free speech in the UK, the impact of legislation such as the Online Safety Act, and the growing tension between cultural norms and political regulation. Claire offers her perspective on assisted dying legislation, ethical considerations around end-of-life care, and the broader responsibilities of the state.

Finally, the episode looks ahead to the evolving UK political landscape, the rise of new political movements, and what the next phase of British politics could look like with the rise of right wing parties like Reform & Restore Britain.

A thoughtful and provocative discussion on democracy, culture and the future of public conversationin Britain.

Key topics: Claire Fox interview, UK politics podcast, free speech UK, assisted dying debate UK, Academy of Ideas, House of Lords, future of British politics, Brexit legacy.

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In this episode of the DM-Mi Podcast, host Sukh Hayre sits down with Jodie Beck, Public and Policy Affairs Manager at Hospice UK. As the national champion for hospice care, Hospice UK represents a network of independent charities providing vital end-of-life services across the country.

The conversation dives deep into the "funding cliff edge" currently facing the sector, where many hospices receive only 40% of their funding from the NHS and must rely on community donations to bridge the gap. Jodie explains the critical distinctions between palliative and end-of-life care, highlighting that the majority of this support is actually delivered in patients' own homes.

We also explore the complexities of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill currently moving through Parliament. Jodie discusses Hospice UK’s neutral stance on the bill and why improving palliative care is a vital safeguard to ensure no one feels forced into assisted dying due to a lack of available support

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In this episode of the DM-Mi Podcast, host Sukh Hayre speaks with Ziyad Marar — President of Global Publishing at SAGE and author of Noticing.

They explore the future of academic publishing, the rise of open access research, and how artificial intelligence is transforming knowledge creation and consumption. Ziyad shares insights into the attention economy, social media psychology, and why “noticing” may be one of the most important human skills in the digital age.

From AI-generated content and research integrity to the business of publishing and the power of human attention, this episode dives deep into how information shapes society — and how we can think more critically about what we consume.

Please Check out Noticing: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Noticing-What-You-Notice-Who/dp/135037623X

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