Play It Again: New Pianos, Old Truths and November’s Next Steps

Broadcasts live every Wednesday at 7:00p.m. uk time on Radio Soapbox: http://radiosoapbox.com

In today’s hump day edition of the show, I’m joined by the awesome Mr Scott for a lively, wide-ranging evening. We kick off with mic mishaps and life updates before diving into the joys of creativity: my long-dreamed-of piano finally arrived, I’m tackling Debussy’s Clair de Lune, and we chat about making time for music, painting, darkrooms, and the gym. From names that raise eyebrows to Christmas cake traditions, it’s a warm, humorous catch‑up that celebrates family moments, kids thriving at school, and the power of small creative rituals. 

We then pivot to current affairs and civil liberties: climate‑trend claims about hydrangeas, media mistrust and verifying sources, protest policing and “repeat protest” powers, plus Colin Gong’s first‑hand update from the latest Defend Our Juries action in Trafalgar Square—lower turnout after political warnings, heavy police presence (including units from Northern Ireland), and reflections on November’s planned actions and the looming judicial review. We also touch on digital ID concerns, migration debates, a GB News school RE controversy, and close with a moving listening moment: the profound beauty of Clair de Lune as a reminder to live in the now. Stay for the final segment where Scott premieres part one of “Other Losses” and signs off with next week’s plans.