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Northern Spin

Experienced journalists Michael Taylor and Chris Maguire have launched a new political podcast to give a greater voice to the North.The pair are both former editors of North West Business Insider and have joined forces with Manchester-based agency What Media to produce the…

Podcast · By Chris Maguire & Michael Taylor · English · GB · Official site

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  1. Episode · Aug 21, 2026

    Andy Burnham: Great communicator or TikTok PM? (opens the original)

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    Andy Burnham has completed his first month as Prime Minister – but how has he performed, and what are his biggest challenges? In the latest episode of Northern Spin , co-hosts Chris Maguire and Frank McKenna assess Burnham’s first month in No 10, his communication style and what lies ahead. In this episode, Maguire and McKenna also discuss: The pros and cons of Burnham’s social media strategy – and whether there’s a danger of style over substance What’s gone wrong for Reform – and what it means

  2. Episode · Jul 20, 2026

    Northern Spin – Season 6 – Episode 4: Burnham promises hope, but can he deliver change? (opens the original)

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    Andy Burnham has promised a new style of politics after becoming Britain’s seventh Prime Minister – but can he deliver? In this special episode of Northern Spin, co-hosts Chris Maguire and Frank McKenna discuss: Burnham’s five priorities How does Burnham win over a doubtful media? What should Burnham do this summer? Burnham’s message for business As well as all things Burnham, Maguire and McKenna will also discuss: Greater Manchester’s mayoral by-election Judgement day for Lancashire Chaos in Ol

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