This week, we are joined by former Cabinet Minister and Member of Parliament for South Northamptonshire Andrea Leadsom.Andrea explains her main priorities since being elected in 2010, sheds light on what was going on behind the scenes during the EU Referendum campaign including the preparation for the BBC Great Debate, discusses the next steps for economic recovery as lockdown restrictions are eased and talks about John Bercow's Speakership. 

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Babies, bankers and Brussels

Another socially distant episode, so apologies for the quality. This week, Guy talks to Christian Wakeford, the new MP for Bury South, and Sara Britcliffe – the MP for Hyndburn and the youngest Conservative MP to be elected in 2019. Christian explains the difficulties of the virtual Parliament whilst being at home with a two year- old daughter, and his support for schools reopening on 1st June. Sara reflects on the circumstances around making her maiden speech via video link including anxieties she had on whether the broadband connection would hold up during her speech. And finally, the team talk about a post-COVID world, and delve into Sara's Spotify playlists. 

The problems with home working

In this episode, Guy (again virtually) is joined by two brand new Welsh MP's. The new MP for Wrexham, Sarah Atherton, and Rob Roberts - the new MP for the Delyn. Sarah talks of her experiences prior to becoming an MP in the Armed Forces, as a social worker and as a nurse. Rob describes the challenges of being a new MP, in light of the whirlwind of events that have occurred just 140 days since he was elected.  They discuss their best anecdotes from the General Election campaign and how they were feeling on the night of their respective counts.

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This week, Guy (virtually) talks to NHS nurse and MP for Lewes, Maria Caulfield and Robbie Moore – the new MP for Keighley and Ilkley.Maria describes her experiences of going back to work on the front line as a nurse – and why we staying at home helps protect NHS frontline staff. Robbie reflects on his experiences as a new Member of Parliament, the work he's doing to help his local community get through this pandemic, and why we should applaud Captain Tom Moore for his incredible fundraising efforts. 

A statue for Captain Tom Moore?

This week, Crewe and Nantwich MP Dr Kieran Mullan heads back to work as a doctor in A&E, playing his part in fighting the coronavirus pandemic. In this (socially-distant) episode recorded over Skype, Guy and Kieron talk about why we should follow the government advice and stay at home, life as an MP since December 12th, and plans for passing the time in the coming weeks. 

On the frontline with Dr Kieran Mullan

We're all physically distant, but recording this special episode of Beyond the Bubble over Skype (so apologies for the quality). In this episode, Guy is joined by Bosworth's new MP and GP Dr Luke Evans, and Dehenna Davison - MP Bishop Auckland. In this episode, Dr Luke explains everything you need to know about Coronavirus - and why staying at home will save lives. Dehenna talks about her time in self-isolation, and the work she's been doing in her constituency to help the most vulnerable, and the team give their motivational songs to pass the time. 

Taking the fight to Coronavirus with Dr Luke Evans and Dehenna Davison MP

In Episode 3, Guy is joined by comedian and former Labour member Matt Forde, alongside the new MP's for Stoke on Trent North, Jonathan Gullis, and Ashfield, Lee Anderson. They give their take on why Labour's heartlands melted away, the Labour Leadership Election, and the importance of levelling-up education across the red wall. The General Election last December was a turning point. A moment that sent a powerful message to the Westminster bubble that democracy cannot be ignored, from Worksop to Workington, Basildon to Blyth, people rallied behind the Conservative message.Beyond the Bubble is a different kind of politics podcast, looking at things from outside the traditional Westminster bubble. 

Matt Forde, Jonathan Gullis and Lee Anderson

In Episode 2, Guy sits down with Mansfield's MP Ben Bradley, and Rushcliffe's new MP Ruth Edwards to look back at why the positive and upbeat Conservative election campaign resonated in Nottinghamshire, and why Labour went down so badly. Ruth explains how it feels to be following in the footsteps of Ken Clarke, and Guy and Ben argue over Mansfield Town v Newcastle United. The General Election on December 12th was a vote for change. It was an election that sent a powerful message to the Westminster bubble that democracy cannot be ignored. From Worksop to Workington, Basildon to Blyth, people across the country rallied behind the Conservative message. Beyond the Bubble is a different type of politics podcast, showcasing the new Conservative party.

The first blue brick in the Red Wall

In Episode 1, three new MP's - Dehenna Davison, Jacob Young and Siobhan Baillie - talk to Guy Opperman about life as a new MP, the incredible moment the Exit Poll was revealed, and why so many people supported Boris Johnson and the Conservatives.The General Election on December 12th was a vote for change. It was an election that sent a powerful message to the Westminster bubble that democracy cannot be ignored. From Worksop to Workington, Basildon to Blyth, people across the country rallied behind the Conservative message. Beyond the Bubble is a different type of politics podcast, showcasing the new Conservative party.

Introducing Beyond the Bubble - a different type of politics podcast

The General Election on December 12th was a vote for change. It was an election that sent a powerful message to the Westminster bubble that democracy cannot be ignored. From Worksop to Workington, Basildon to Blyth, people across the country rallied behind the Conservative message. Beyond the Bubble is a different type of politics podcast. We're getting outside the Westminster bubble, and talking about the issues that really matter.

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