Has the political game in the Netherlands turned into a media circus? Do you only count if you have your social media in order and can throw in a catchy one-liner during a debate, or is there still room for idealism and substance? Or can these two extremes coexist perfectly well?

Political journalist Joost Vullings (EenVandaag, De Stemming) discusses the state of Dutch politics and engages in conversation with former Member of Parliament for the SP, Nicole Temmink. Joost's latest book The Year of Caroline, Peter, and Geert about this year's political upheaval has just been released and is often a topic of discussion between Joost and Nicole. They not only know each other professionally but also catch up over morning coffee at the kitchen table.