EMQs: Paddleboards, power stances and private schools

<p>Gimmicks and gaffes have been a feature of the first week of the election campaign. Inspired by Ed Davey’s attempt to raise awareness of river pollution by falling off a paddleboard – multiple times – George and Ed reflect on the nation’s (and their own) cringiest political stunts. And George&nbsp; <em>finally</em>&nbsp;reveals all –&nbsp; how did he end up doing the ultimate Tory power stance?</p><p>It’s not just PR moves though, policy debate is in full swing. Ed and George disagree on Labour’s planned tax on private school fees and mull the consequences the election could have for the markets.&nbsp;</p><p>Plus, Ed offers his top tips to Michael Gove, amid rumours he might be about to trade in his spot in the cabinet for a place on the Strictly dance floor…&nbsp;</p><br /><p>Remember to send us your questions to <a href="mailto:questions@politicalcurrency.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">questions@politicalcurrency.co.uk</a></p><br /><p>We just can't get enough of the election, so we're launching an extra HOT TAKE every Tuesday during the election. Join our🏅POLITICAL CURRENCY GOLD party to get the episodes a day early, on Monday - as well as EMQs on a Friday and every episode ad-free!</p><br /><p>Producer: Ellie Clifford and Ned Miles</p><p>Production support: Miriam Hall</p><p>Technical Producer: Oliver Geraghty</p><p>Executive Producers: Dino Sofos and Ellie Clifford</p><br /><p>Political Currency is a Persephonica Production and is part of the Acast Creator Network.&nbsp;</p><hr /><p style="color: grey; font-size: 0.75em;"> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color: grey;" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>