**Question 1:** What was the main purpose of Keir Starmer's speech at the conference?
**Answer:** The main purpose of Keir Starmer's speech was to persuade the country that there is hope and a positive future ahead, especially as it was his first conference speech as prime minister.
**Question 2:** Who are the guests discussing Starmer's speech in the Politics Weekly UK podcast?
**Answer:** The guests discussing Starmer's speech are Pippa Crerar, the Guardian’s political editor, and Kiran Stacey, the political correspondent.
**Question 3:** What are the two contrasting opinions being explored regarding Starmer's speech?
**Answer:** The two contrasting opinions being explored are whether Starmer's speech was a "banger" (successful and impactful) or a "word salad" (confusing and lacking substance).
**Question 4:** How does the article suggest the effectiveness of Starmer's speech will be evaluated?
**Answer:** The effectiveness of Starmer's speech will be evaluated based on public and political reactions, as well as its ability to resonate with the audience and convey a clear message of hope.