The podcast episodes provided highlight the theme of political infighting within both the Labour Party in the UK and the Michigan Republican Party in the US.

The first episode, "Why is Starmer purging the Labour left?", examines the controversy surrounding the potential deselection of Labour MP Diane Abbott and the broader purge of left-wing candidates by Labour leader Keir Starmer, showcasing the internal battles and factionalism within the party.

Similarly, the second episode, "820: It Wouldn't Be Make-Believe If You'd Believe In Me", delves into the chaotic year of Christina Karamo's leadership of the Michigan Republican Party, where her outsider, anti-establishment stance led to internal conflicts, financial struggles, and accusations of sabotage, exposing the deep ideological divides within the party.