531. Starmer on the Brink: What Next?
As Starmer’s cabinet begin turning against him, how long can he cling on to power? By challenging Starmer without a clear plan for what comes next, are Labour MPs unleashing a chaos they cannot cont... Continue12 May 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Enraged or Engaged? Angela Rayner on The Gen Z Story
Former Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner joins Alastair Campbell and Vicky Spratt to discuss the Gen Z story as she sees it. Listen to hear her thoughts on the success of The Green Party, the allur... Continue12 May 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Alastair Campbell’s diary: It’s too soon for a leadership challenge to Starmer
The PM must show fight and passion - and his critics must consider what they really want... Continue
11 May 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
188. Will AI Give China or the US Total Power? (William MacAskill)
Could artificial intelligence hand the US or China 99% of global economic and military power? What happens when millions of autonomous weapons systems are controlled by a single commander-in-chief? Ha... Continue11 May 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Alastair Campbell’s diary: Farage wants to dodge the blame for Brexit. We can’t let him
Labour are letting Reform’s leader get away with it - the upcoming 10th anniversary is time to change that... Continue
10 May 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Divided or Dependent? The Real Gen Z Story
Are the challenges faced by Gen Z unique or have we seen them before? Do workplaces need a Gen Z strategy, or is there something bigger at play? And, why does it feel like young people's attitudes are... Continue9 May 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
530. Is Starmer the Next Joe Biden? Rory and Alastair React to Local Elections
Will Keir Starmer survive presiding over seismic Labour losses in the local elections, and if he doesn’t who should replace him? Do historic Reform and Green wins for Farage and Polanski confirm the... Continue8 May 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Divided or Dependent: The Real Gen Z Story
Are the challenges faced by Gen Z unique or have we seen them before? Do workplaces need a Gen Z strategy, or is there something bigger at play? And, why does it feel like young people's attitudes are... Continue7 May 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
529. Antisemitism, Polarisation, and How the King Outplayed Trump
How is polarisation fuelling antisemitism, and how should religious and political leaders respond? What can politicians learn from the King’s speech to Congress about how to challenge Trump? Is Russ... Continue7 May 2026
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.