Mid-atlantic - Conversations About Us, Uk And World Politics

This episode of *Mid Atlantic* brings together voices from both sides of the Atlantic to dissect political developments in the U.S. and the U.K. Host **Roifield Brown**, broadcasting from a rainy Birmingham, UK, leads a panel discussion with guests from Nevada, London, Los Angeles, and Liverpool. **Tonye Alltrade** shares her recent visit to the birthplace of democracy in Athens, reflecting on its enduring relevance. The conversation quickly pivots to U.S. politics, with an analysis of Kamala Harris's recent economic push, and a lively discussion of Trump’s policies and the upcoming Waltz vs. Vance debate. Mike Donahue critiques Trump’s economic misunderstanding, while Z Cohen Sanchez highlights how Harris is struggling to wrestle the narrative away from Trump’s populist rhetoric.The conversation then turns to the U.K., where **Steve O’Neill** provides insight into the Labour Party Conference, and how Keir Starmer’s campaign, with its message of competence over hope, contrasts with Harris's style. They also d