193. What makes the Tory right so powerful?
Why do the ERG and the right wing of the Tory party hold so much power over their leadership? Could a universal basic income work? How often do Rory and Alastair think about the Roman Empire?... Continue16 November 2023
Posted by Alastair Campbell
192. What David Cameron’s return means for Israel-Gaza
What does David Cameron's appointment as Foreign Secretary mean for the UK's policy towards Israel and Palestine? What happened at the pro-Palestinian and against antisemitism marches? Has pr... Continue15 November 2023
Posted by Alastair Campbell
15 November 2023
Posted by Alastair Campbell
191. Braverman sacked and Cameron returns
The emergency pod button has been pushed as David Cameron returns to politics and Suella Braverman has been sacked.TRIP Plus: Become a member of The Rest Is Politics Plus to support the podc... Continue13 November 2023
Posted by Alastair Campbell
45. Dr Comfort Ero: Resolving deadly conflicts & reforming the UN
How important is the role of the international community in resolving conflict? Is peace possible in the Middle East? How relevant is the United Nations today?Rory and Alastair are joined by ... Continue13 November 2023
Posted by Alastair Campbell
190. Question Time: Should WhatsApp messages stay private?
What makes Parliament the most poisonous place to work? Should MPs listen to their SpAds? Was the Freedom of Information Act a mistake?Join Alastair and Rory as they answer all these question... Continue9 November 2023
Posted by Alastair Campbell
8 November 2023
Posted by Alastair Campbell
189. The King’s Speech, performative cruelty, and Argentina
How have voters responded to President Biden's intervention in the Middle East? Was Sunak's summit on AI a success? Who will be the next Argentinian president?Join Rory and Alastair as they d... Continue8 November 2023
Posted by Alastair Campbell
44. Mark Carney: Bank of England, Trussonomics, and Brexit
Can financial markets help fight climate change? What's the true economic theory behind austerity? What does the Bank of England actually do?Tune in to today's episode of Leading, where Mark ... Continue6 November 2023
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.