17 August 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
548. Burnham vs. Westminster and Trump’s Next Target
Will Andy Burnham’s plan for a ‘Number 10 North’ actually work in practice? What does Rory make of Burnham’s growth strategy? Who is Donald Trump’s next target in Latin America? Join Rory an... Continue1 July 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Alastair Campbell’s diary: We are living in the age of climate unreality
The charlatans who said we had nothing to fear from Brexit now make the same claim about the world getting hotter... Continue
1 July 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
195. Can the West Reclaim its Power from Trump? (Malcolm Turnbull)
As Western nations become increasingly dependent on the US for AI, satellite infrastructure, and defence, are they sacrificing sovereignty in exchange for American security? Can middle powers such as ... Continue29 June 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
547. The Truth About Russian Oil, Net Zero, and North Sea Drilling
With the UK and Europe sweltering in yet another record-breaking heatwave, will we ever actually reach net zero? How close are we to a “lights out” scenario due to the Iran war, and how did we bec... Continue25 June 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
In a world of chancers and charlatans, we need facts at our fingertips
Get a FREE signed copy of A history of Brexit: in 256 disasters when you subscribe to The New World... Continue
24 June 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
546. Keir Starmer Resigns: What Happens Next?
What does Keir’s Starmer’s exit as Prime Minister and leader of the Labour party mean for the UK? After his thumping victory against Reform UK last week, will Andy Burnham face a contest or a coro... Continue22 June 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Burnham must learn the lessons of Starmer’s failure – and they start with Brexit
Be optimistic, don’t ignore the party and find new ways to cut through lies and disinformation... Continue
22 June 2026
Posted by Alastair Campbell
Alastair Campbell’s diary: What Starmer never understood about being PM
The nature of how his landslide was won demanded more inclusive government... Continue
22 June 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.