481. Polanski, Macron & al-Sharaa: The Best & Worst Politicians of 2025
Who deserves the title of UK politician of the year - and who gets worst? What was the most consequential moment of Trump's presidency so far? And can Rory convince Alastair that Christmas is... Continue24 December 2025
Posted by Alastair Campbell
167. Faith, Depression, and Finding Calm in the Chaos (Professor Mark Williams)
From Parliament to Prison, how can people find calm in chaotic environments? How does one cope with grief during the festive period? What are some successful ways to combat depression? Rory... Continue22 December 2025
Posted by Alastair Campbell
19 December 2025
Posted by Alastair Campbell
480. Trump, China, and the Scramble for Latin America (Question Time)
What’s really driving Trump’s interventions in Venezuela and the rest of Latin America – oil, drugs, or democracy? Is Labour failing on its promise to reform and ultimately abolish the ... Continue18 December 2025
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479. Russian Influence in Britain: How Exposed Are We?
Why are Britain’s top military and intelligence chiefs sounding the alarm about Putin’s influence and future plans? How deeply has Russia already penetrated British politics, media, and p... Continue17 December 2025
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166. John Swinney: An Independent Scotland Is An Open Scotland
What is the future of the Scottish independence movement? How does the SNP rebuild trust and support for independence after a series of bruising scandals? Why did the Scottish First Minister ... Continue15 December 2025
Posted by Alastair Campbell
How Will AI Change The World? (Ep 1)
How will AI reshape the way we live, earn, and design our lifestyles over the next decade? With investment in AI increasing a billion fold the last 12 years – is this a gold mine or a class... Continue12 December 2025
Posted by Alastair Campbell
478. Farage’s Crypto Megadonor and the Graduate Jobs Disaster (Question Time)
Why has a crypto billionaire living in Thailand donated £9 million to Nigel Farage's party, Reform UK? With a graduate jobs crisis in full swing and rising debt, what are the prospects for y... Continue11 December 2025
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477. How Trump’s Security Strategy Destroys The Old World Order
Has Trump's 2025 National Security Strategy officially upended 80 years of American foreign policy? Why does it warn of Europe's "civilisational erasure" while downplaying threats from its tr... Continue10 December 2025
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Alastair Campbell is a writer, communicator and strategist best known for his role as former British Prime Minister Tony Blair’s spokesman, press secretary and director of communications and strategy. Still active in politics and campaigns in Britain and overseas, he now splits his time between writing, speaking, broadcasting, charities and consultancy.