Meaningless Problems

#46 Culling Cobras

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Episode notes

Member of Parliament Lawrence Sitwell is frustrated by the failure of his political career. A conversation with an old friend causes him to rethink everything.

Something to consider when reading/listening:

When politicians try to make something better, are they more likely to make it worse?

Comedy - Philosophy - Politics

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Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads

Dramatic monologues

Comedic monologues

Politics

Intentions v outcomes

Contemplating the meaning of life

Any form of philosophical enquiry

Plays

Pubs

Snakes

Politicians

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Credits:

Written and performed by Doe Wilmann

Thanks to Katie Empett and Ross Hindle for reading early versions of this episode and providing notes.

Artwork by Katie Empett

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