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Shabana Mahmood Set To Be Chancellor

Jul 15, 2026 · 1h 3m

Summary

Navarro Live host Michael Walker and guest Aaron Bastani discuss Ed Miliband being ruled out as Chancellor in favor of Shabana Mahmood, criticizing the decision as politically motivated. They analyze the rising tensions surrounding the England vs Argentina World Cup match, including Falklands rhetoric and the Messi-Yamal connection. The episode concludes with Bastani reviewing his debate with Camilla Tomini on communism, China, and automation.

Topics discussed

Intro: Personal updates and school start date statistics Andy Burnham's cabinet: Miliband ruled out, Mahmood appointed Manchesterism, Burnham's ideology, and his interview with Gary Lineker England vs Argentina: Falklands dispute and Messi-Yamal photo Aaron Bastani on The Telegraph: China, capitalism, and Marxism Forced adoption scandal: Interview with Debbie Iromlu
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