The Deep State
This week, Armando and Helen delve into the swamp to examine the deep state. Does it really exist? And who are they if so?
Comedy writer Armando Iannucci and journalist Helen Lewis decode the utterly baffling world of political language.
This week, Helen and Armando spend some time trying to understand the 'deep state', and why it's caught on as a political attack.
What's the difference between The Movement and The Blob? And who is draining the swamp of what? And is it just a convenient thing to blame for your inability to get things done?
Also, you'll find out what music they play in Stalin's bunker as you turn the key to initiate nuclear war.
Listen to Strong Message Here every Thursday at 9.45am on Radio 4 and then head straight to 大象传媒 Sounds for an extended episode.
Have you stumbled upon any perplexing political phrases you need Helen and Armando to decode? Email them to us at strongmessagehere@bbc.co.uk
Sound Editing by Charlie Brandon-King
Production Coordinator - Katie Baum
Executive Producer - Pete Strauss
Produced by Gwyn Rhys Davies. A 大象传媒 Studios Audio production for Radio 4.
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Armando Iannucci and Helen Lewis decode the utterly baffling world of political language.