Fin vs History The National Union of Racist Burnt Toast | Margaret Thatcher & The Falklands (Part 5/6)
Jan 1, 2026
In a humorous exploration of Thatcher's reign, the hosts dive into the chaos of the 1984 Miners' Strike, highlighting the brutal clashes at Orgreave. They tackle Thatcher's controversial relationships with figures like Pinochet and the Khmer Rouge, sparking insightful debates on morality and policy. The podcast humorously unpacks Thatcher's hardened image post-Brighton bombing and her infamous resistance to sanctions on apartheid. Finally, they connect the dots between Thatcher's financial deregulation and the 2008 crisis, wrapping up with reflections on her lasting legacy.
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Coal Stockpile As Strategic Advantage
- Thatcher stockpiled coal to withstand strikes, allowing her government to 'run the clock down'.
- The hosts argue this strategic preparation was decisive in the miners' defeat.
Closure Of Pits Destroyed Local Identity
- Deindustrialization removed working‑class identity and community cohesion tied to pits.
- The hosts link pit closures to long‑term social decline and hollowed high streets.
Brighton Bombing Nearly Killed Thatcher
- On 12 October 1984 Thatcher narrowly survived an IRA bombing at the Brighton hotel that killed five.
- Fin Taylor and Horatio Gould recount how a recently vacated bathroom saved her life and hardened her resolve.