288. Is Labour’s King’s Speech bold enough?
What legislation did Keir Starmer's government put forward in the state opening of Parliament? Do the bills go far enough? Where does Labour go from here? Alastair is joined by Robert Peston ... Continue18 July 2024
Posted by Alastair Campbell
287. Trump’s VP, Labour vs. China, and the King’s Speech
How has a man who once called Trump ‘America’s Hilter’ now become his running mate? What does a Labour government mean for UK-China relations? Will China define how Gaza will be governe... Continue17 July 2024
Posted by Alastair Campbell
85. Lisa Nandy: Making Britain a cultural superpower
What responsibilities will Lisa Nandy take on as the new Secretary of State for Culture, Media, and Sport? Why was this the most toxic election campaign she has fought? How has the importance... Continue15 July 2024
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286. Trump Assassination Attempt: The Aftermath
Will the Trump rally shooting change the course of the US election? Are we entering an era of further political violence and polarisation? What goes on behind the scenes in the secret service... Continue14 July 2024
Posted by Alastair Campbell
14 July 2024
Posted by Alastair Campbell
285. TRIP US: DONALD TRUMP SHOT
Has Donald Trump’s attempted assassination won him the race? Are we descending into an era of new political violence? What can we expect from the Republican National Convention next week? ... Continue14 July 2024
Posted by Alastair Campbell
12 July 2024
Posted by Alastair Campbell
284. TRIP US: Biden’s Last Stand
Who are the Democrats speaking out against Joe Biden? What happens to NATO if Donald Trump gets elected? Could next week be the president’s crunch point?Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucc... Continue12 July 2024
Posted by Alastair Campbell
283. Did Reform UK create a fake general election candidate?
Does the Prime Minister hold constituency surgeries? Did Ed Davey's campaign tactics work? How has the South African election results affected the country?Rory and Alastair answer all these q... Continue11 July 2024
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.