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Richard Lawley

@lawman.bsky.social
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Bassist, not a racist. Atheist vegan music lover. Green Party Councillor in Darlington Promoted by Mike McTimoney on behalf of Darlington Green Party, at PO Box 78066, London, SE16 9GQ

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Litter On The Breeze @litteronthebreeze.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
New episode! Launching YOUR all-time Suede Top 50! I let you know exactly how you can partake and submit your 50 favourite/best Suede tracks(not before 1/1/27!), how we will count them down,what THE RULES are,then I put myself to the test! Please share! Available wherever you get your podcasts!
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Richie Daiches Barlow @thedogwalker.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Quite emotional… Been out delivering my very first Newsletter as a campaigner for Green Party in Whinfield. Meeting so many residents who were all incredibly lovely even when some were of other political leaning. Aged 9 trafficked nationwide by peadophiles. Now, a campaigner to make a difference.
Me holding a Whinfield Green Party newsletter with my picture on it.
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Farrukh @implausibleblog.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
My feed is full of Labour MPs expressing anger tonight. Yet when the daughter of a Holocaust survivor was arrested outside their own party conference for a non-violent protest, silence. Principles mean little if outrage only appears when it is politically convenient.
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BladeoftheSun @bladeofthes.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
"It's Immigrants robbing you."
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
@agrajagguitars.bsky.social nice to see you here. If you’re in the North East and need your guitar sorting out, I can’t recommend this guy highly enough.
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Nettlecake @nettlecake.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Brilliant letter from Stuart Thompson to Jeremy Clarkson about his comments that benefit claimants should write weekly thank you letters to tax payers detailing how they spend their benefits each week.
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
I still find this amazing, and brilliant your podcast got this level of attention. Hopefully you get your interview with Brett soon.
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Hopefully @simonprice.bsky.social will feature on your podcast and that will more than make up for it.
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
I used to have a signed copy, which was signed by Simon in person at a Manic’s fan convention. I lost it at some point though. 😥
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Litter On The Breeze @litteronthebreeze.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
New episode! Don't all run away at once...it's 'A New Morning' time! In Part One we look at the lengthy gestation of the album, its first five tracks, and even have a little bit of fun! "Watch out!" Available wherever you get your podcasts.
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Peak Britpop, “people” (probably me included) were buying lots of guitar band stuff they might not have looked twice at otherwise
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Number 2 hit single Hey Dude? It certainly feels like summer
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Great episode. Was glad Geneva got their dues, and obviously we got to hear track 1 which flew into the number 4 slot.
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
I hope Super Cast get their moment in the sun.
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
These aren't protests. They're racist riots. And it's time for the government to take them seriously. The PM should be convening COBRA and setting out a real plan to end this horrific violence and bring communities together. Now is a time for real leadership.
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Council Estate Media @councilestatemedia.uk · 18/05/2026
We are told that Burnham is highly popular, but not popular enough to win a fair election where the public has meaningful choice? The Greens would gain nothing from stepping aside for Burnham, and Labour would not step aside for Zack Polanski. www.councilestatemedia.uk/p/burnhams-r...
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"Burnham's rivals should step aside so he can win" is not exactly an inspiring message
Andy Burnham is officially standing for Labour in the Makerfield by-election and the stakes could not be higher.
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
I knew this. See also Mitsubishi, Cowie, and Disco Biscuits amongst other common terms/brands.
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Led By Donkeys @ledbydonkeys.org · 17/05/2026
Immigration make Britain brilliant
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
We have a toxic combination of low wages and high bills. We need to make life affordable for everyone. Make hope normal again & Vote Green. 💚 (& remember to take photo ID to the polling station!)
Huge crowd with Hackney Green Party
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
I agree 8/10 for me as well. I don’t think either version of Europe Is Our Playground really fits on the album. Neither vibe is right for the rest of the album. By The Sea and Picnic By The Motorway easily the best things here. Can’t believe you would Cast aspersions on my good name again. 😉
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
I first heard Trash on the radio in 1996. Being unfamiliar with Suede at the time I liked it and it seemed to fit with other stuff I was listening to at the time. (Not Cast obvs) It must have had a decent impact on me, because I bought Coming Up when it was released.
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Litter On The Breeze @litteronthebreeze.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
New episode!!! It's time to rub shoulders with the stars for the glitz and the glamour of the world-conquering 'Coming Up' album! Part one takes you back to 1996 - as we ever need to do that!- and then looks at the first four songs. Expect OPINIONS! Available wherever you get your podcasts!
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BladeoftheSun @bladeofthes.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Piers Morgan “Mohammed, do you condemn the Hamas attacks on October the 7th?” Mohammed Hijab “Yes, I do. Do you condemn Israel killing over 1000 kids?” Piers Morgan “I believe Israel has a right to defend themselves” That answer should be on the tombstone of his career.
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 22/03/2026
8/10 I reckon.
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
It Starts and Ends With Mew I can’t think of anything else
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BladeoftheSun @bladeofthes.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
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BladeoftheSun @bladeofthes.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
The USA War Crimes are global. Don't be silent for Cuba.
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Well Sunday Sunday is here again
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Not sure where you wanted suggestions for shows, (it’s not Cast) A review of Modern Life Is Rubbish by Blur. Damon Albarn, in a 2000 Mojo interview, said that "Suede and America fuelled my desire to prove to everyone that Blur were worth it ... There was nothing more important in my life."
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BladeoftheSun @bladeofthes.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Trump is the kind of man who you would never lend any money to. Who you would never trust to do anything. Who you certainly wouldn't trust around your kids. Why the hell would anyone want to help him in a crazy war he started?
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BladeoftheSun @bladeofthes.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
The richest 3 people have more money than the poorest 4 billion. But the problem (according to those richest people) is the poor people.
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Matthew Snedker @matthewsnedker.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Reform asked voters of Gorton and Denton to 'channel their patriotic Blitz spirit' And they did just that - by defeating fascists.
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Litter On The Breeze @litteronthebreeze.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
New episode alert...and we are on to the big one...: 'Dog Man Star' - Part One'! We look at the - let's say - storied recording of the album, then get into the first four tracks, with some deviation along the journey! Thanks so much for your patience -hope this show is worth the wait for you all!
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
My first Suede album, so I’ll always be grateful for it dragging me into Suedeworld. Some brilliant songs like By The Sea, and some lazier songs.
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Litter On The Breeze @litteronthebreeze.bsky.social · 27/12/2025
New Episode! We return to our chronological march through the band's recording career - as we look at the 'Stay Together' single! We discuss all three versions, all five(at least!) acts, all its thousands of radio plays and sales..and much more! Available wherever you get your podcasts !
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 25/12/2025
Is that supposed to be Avicii, rather than Avicci on the mis-press? Impressive if they misprinted the mis-press.
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Analogue Slop @analogueslop.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
🚨Debut episode klaxon🚨 Episode 1 of Analogue Slop is now live on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube. We kick things off with a deep dive into the week of 31st May 1997 featuring Primal Scream, Lo Fidelity AllStars, The Charlatans, Wu Tang Clan and more! Linkage below: linktr.ee/analogueslop
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Analogue Slop | Instagram | Linktree
View analogueslop’s Linktree to discover and stream music from top platforms like YouTube, Spotify here. Your next favorite track is just a click away!
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Birmingham Green Party @brumgreens.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
Some paint roundabouts. We pick litter. join.greenparty.org.uk
Green party members from Birmingham picking litter... and not painting roundabouts with St George crosses
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
By special, do you mean person you don’t really like and want to punish in some way?
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
Thank you for sharing your personal experience. I can only imagine how difficult it was.
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Richard Lawley @lawman.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
I can’t believe the warning for Breakdown didn’t include the mention of CD & DVD wallets. I mean CDs alone is an abomination, but you’re also doing that to DVDs? WTF?!
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Litter On The Breeze @litteronthebreeze.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
New episode!!! Part Two of our track-by-track of 'Suede'! Every song from 'The Drowners' to 'The Next Life', the reaction to the album at the time, some of your thoughts and of course the all-important LOTB score out of 10! Available wherever you get your podcasts!
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richiebryan.bsky.social @richiebryan.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
Amazing reception for Green Party leader @zackpolanski.bsky.social in Darlington tonight 💚🌍🍉 Thanks to @matthewsnedker.bsky.social and the @darlingtongreens.bsky.social for hosting such a great event
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Cam @codelibrarian.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
A still from the movie Jaws, where the character is standing on a boat and looking out to sea. The text "We're gonna need a bigger conference hall" is at the bottom.
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
Sorry you've been a victim of fake news. I said this morning to @vicderbyshire.bsky.social that the Green Party had passed 123,000 members. A couple of hours later it's out of date. @greenparty.org.uk have 126,000! 🎉🚀 Join.greenparty.org.uk
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Litter On The Breeze @litteronthebreeze.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
BONUS! Royal Festival Hall 13/9/25! Includes live chats with @hannahfearn.bsky.social and @theinsatiableones.bsky.social (plus a small-but-crucial cameo from @gogleddol1.bsky.social !) Plus a read from @msclairebiddles.bsky.social 's attached fanzine! Available wherever you get your podcasts!
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Lower bills. Fund the NHS. Invest in our communities. My long form conversation with @lewisgoodall.com 👇🏼 youtu.be/j8hiBI6T_24?...
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Zack Polanski on populism, patriotism and poverty
YouTube video by The News Agents
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Dr Ellie Chowns MP @elliechowns.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
The Green surge is here - join today and be a part of it! join.greenparty.org.uk
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Join the Green Party from just £6 a year. Become a member today - join the only party standing up for people and planet.
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Cllr Emma Garnett @greenpartyemma.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
🥳🎉🪅🎉🥳
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
I am not shy to say when I disagree with Sadiq Khan. But I also think it's important to say out loud when other politicians get it right. This is exactly what the leader of a diverse and vibrant city like London should say. Thank you Sadiq.
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