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Rory Stewart and Alastair Campbell, hosts of Britain’s largest podcast (The Rest Is Politics), have joined forces again for their new interview podcast, ‘Leading’.

Every Monday, Rory and Alastair interrogate, converse with, and interview some of the world’s biggest names – from both inside and outside of politics – about life, leadership, or leading the way in their chosen field.

Tune in to ‘Leading’ now to hear essential conversation from some of the world’s most enthralling individuals.

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THE REST IS POLITICS

Two men who’ve been at the heart of the political world – former Downing Street Director of Communications and Strategy Alastair Campbell and cabinet minister Rory Stewart – join forces from across the political divide.

The Rest Is Politics lifts the lid on the secrets of Westminster, offering an insider’s view on politics at home and abroad, while bringing back the lost art of disagreeing agreeably.

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Tree of the Day. Islington. It wins partly because it is a nice urban tree on a very busy road. But also because of the surroundings. Those splendid black phone boxes to the left of the trunk. But also the splendid graffiti 💨 🧘‍♂️ on the black box between the parking sign and the bike on the right side of the trunk.

Tree of the Day. Islington. It wins partly because it is a nice urban tree on a very busy road. But also because of the surroundings. Those splendid black phone boxes to the left of the trunk. But also the splendid graffiti 💨 🧘‍♂️ on the black box between the parking sign and the bike on the right side of the trunk. ...

Tree of the Day (not for the first time, but for a very sad reason.) You have to be very sick or a truly awful human being to want to chop this down. So sad. This tree has given so much pleasure to so many people. Tree of the Day RIP

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Tree of the Day (not for the first time, but for a very sad reason.) You have to be very sick or a truly awful human being to want to chop this down. So sad. This tree has given so much pleasure to so many people. Tree of the Day RIP

Tree of the Day (not for the first time, but for a very sad reason.) You have to be very sick or a truly awful human being to want to chop this down. So sad. This tree has given so much pleasure to so many people. Tree of the Day RIP ...

And still the demand to sign books keeps coming. If you want a signed copy of But What Can I Do? I will be signing a fresh batch on Friday including with personal dedications. And if you go to LINK IN BIO you can order them sooo easily

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And still the demand to sign books keeps coming. If you want a signed copy of But What Can I Do? I will be signing a fresh batch on Friday including with personal dedications. And if you go to LINK IN BIO you can order them sooo easily

And still the demand to sign books keeps coming. If you want a signed copy of But What Can I Do? I will be signing a fresh batch on Friday including with personal dedications. And if you go to LINK IN BIO you can order them sooo easily ...

One should never miss an opportunity to post this picture of @rorystewartuk - and today on @restispolitics we talk about his friend King Charles’ state visit to France; but first up exclusive polling showing the election is still all to play for; then why both Rory and I were angered by Sunak climate speech (populist polarising post-truthery); we talk about the risk to Ukraine from the upcoming Polish elections; the geopolitical games being played in Nagorno-Karabakh; and a bit of unexpected dream analysis! LINK IN BIO

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One should never miss an opportunity to post this picture of @rorystewartuk - and today on @restispolitics we talk about his friend King Charles’ state visit to France; but first up exclusive polling showing the election is still all to play for; then why both Rory and I were angered by Sunak climate speech (populist polarising post-truthery); we talk about the risk to Ukraine from the upcoming Polish elections; the geopolitical games being played in Nagorno-Karabakh; and a bit of unexpected dream analysis! LINK IN BIO

One should never miss an opportunity to post this picture of @rorystewartuk - and today on @restispolitics we talk about his friend King Charles’ state visit to France; but first up exclusive polling showing the election is still all to play for; then why both Rory and I were angered by Sunak climate speech (populist polarising post-truthery); we talk about the risk to Ukraine from the upcoming Polish elections; the geopolitical games being played in Nagorno-Karabakh; and a bit of unexpected dream analysis! LINK IN BIO ...

My Latest Book

But What Can I Do?

But What Can I Do?

Why politics has gone so wrong, and how you can help fix it

by

Alastair Campbell



"Your country needs you. Your world needs you. Your time is now."

Our politics is a mess. We have leaders who can't or shouldn't be allowed to lead. We endure governments that lie, and seek to undermine our democratic values. And we are confronted with policies that serve the interests of the privileged few. It's no surprise that so many of us feel frustrated, let down and drawn to ask, 'But what can I do?' That question is the inspiration behind this book. It's a question regularly posed to Alastair Campbell, not least in reaction to The Rest is Politics, the chart-topping podcast he presents with former Tory Cabinet minister Rory Stewart. His answer, typically, is forthright and impassioned. We cannot afford to stand on the sidelines. If we think things need to change, then we need to change them, and that means getting involved. But What Can I Do? provides each of us with the motivation and the tools to make a difference. Opening with an acute analysis of our polarised world and the populists and extremists who have shaped it, it goes on to show how we help transform it. It explains how we can develop our skills of advocacy and persuasion. It draws on Alastair’s long experience, as well as on role models and lessons from history, to offer practical tips on starting and leading a campaign. It offers advice on developing confidence and coping with criticism and setbacks. And it sets out the practical steps by which we can become political players ourselves. Part call to arms, part practical handbook, But What Can I Do? will prove required reading for anyone who wants to help change things for the better.