TRIGGERnometry Geoff Norcott: "Why I'm a Working Class Conservative"
Mar 22, 2020
Geoff Norcott, a British stand-up comedian with a penchant for conservative commentary, brings his unique insights to the discussion. He humorously navigates the evolving political landscape amidst the pandemic, emphasizing the changing dynamics of class and public perception. The conversation highlights the challenges conservative comedians face in modern politics, alongside a critique of government and corporate overreach into daily life. With anecdotes from his tour, Norcott showcases how resilience and humor intertwine in today's comedy scene.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Working-Class Tories
- Many working-class voters have shifted towards the Conservative Party, as seen in recent elections.
- This shift started in 2015, with some traditionally Labour areas voting Conservative.
Nye Bevan and the NHS
- Geoff Norcott jokes about Nye Bevan's creation of the NHS.
- He compares it to Steve Jobs simplifying complex technology.
Labour's Spending
- Labour's spending commitments seemed unrealistic to voters.
- Their "free broadband" pledge felt like self-parody.