British Patriotism, David Walliams and Russell Brand: What Has Happened to Britain?

On Armistice Day, we ask what has happened to British patriotism. As the nation pauses to remember those who fought and died for this country, are we still proud of our history, identity and traditions? Or has Britain become a country increasingly uncomfortable with its own past? Broadcaster and journalist Linda Duberley joins us to discuss the changing meaning of patriotism, while Kemi Badenoch accuses some teachers of making children ashamed of Britain.

And the entertainment industry faces fresh scrutiny following serious allegations against David Walliams. A joint investigation by The Guardian and ITV News has published accounts from multiple women, including two who say they first met Walliams when they were 15. Walliams denies wrongdoing. Charlie Webster MBE, broadcaster and advocate for survivors of sexual abuse, joins us to discuss the importance of listening to survivors and the power dynamics that can allow alleged misconduct to go unchallenged.

Femi Otitoju, campaigner with Close the Consent Gap, also joins us to examine the allegations against Walliams, the wider response to the Russell Brand case and whether the entertainment industry is finally being forced to confront its treatment of women.

Armistice Day, Remembrance Day, British patriotism, national identity, British history, Kemi Badenoch, schools, David Walliams allegations, Russell Brand, sexual abuse, consent, survivor advocacy, Linda Duberley, Sebastian Milbank, Charlie Webster, Femi Otitoju.

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