Alastair Campbell’s diary: How to spot the charlatans
Moisés Naím’s new book unpacks how these snake-oil shysters deceive the public... Continue
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8 October 2025
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Alastair Campbell’s diary: The Rest Is Politics heads to Damascus
The scale of Ahmed al-Sharaa’s victory is immense. But, the challenge of rebuilding his shattered country is even greater... Continue
12 February 2025
How did Ahmed al-Sharaa go from an imprisoned al-Qaeda fighter to the leader of Syria? What is the psychological impact of living a secret life for over twenty years? What is the future of Sy...
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10 February 2025
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369. Question Time: China’s DeepSeek, Ambassador Mandelson, and misogyny in politics
What’s the danger of China’s DeepSeek? Why are male and female politicians still treated differently? Are politicians right to appease leaders they don’t agree with?Join Rory and Alasta... Continue7 February 2025
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What exactly does Trump mean by "taking over" Gaza? How have others reacted to Trump's proposals? How serious is he?Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more in an em...
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6 February 2025
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367. Rory vs JD Vance, recording from Damascus, and Trump’s tariffs
Why are Rory and Alastair in Damascus? What’s going on with JD Vance? Has there been a twist in the German election?Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more.The Re... Continue5 February 2025
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Alastair Campbell’s diary: How I remember John Prescott
At the late former deputy prime minister’s funeral, it became clear that Britain could do with some politicians like him today... Continue
5 February 2025
119. Tommy Vietor: How Democrats can fight Trump
How did Barack Obama become President? What was Hillary Clinton's huge mistake in 2016? How corrupt really is American politics today?Pod Save America host and former Barack Obama speechwrite... Continue3 February 2025
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366. Question Time: Why do dictators bother with sham elections?
What stops billionaires spending their money in their lifetime? How can you stay engaged with politics without sacrificing mental health? Who are the hidden actors in the Israel/Gaza conflict... Continue30 January 2025
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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.