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157. Ukraine, Diplomacy, and the Future of Europe (Dmytro Kuleba)

What is the current position of Ukraine in the Ukraine-Russia war? How delicate is diplomacy with Europe and with the US for the Ukrainian government? What are the differences between working... Continue

262. Modi loses his majority, Sunak takes on the Treasury, and Welsh Labour in crisis

Where next for India after Modi loses his majority? How should Starmer have dealt with Sunak’s Labour tax claim? Is Rory going to vote Lib Dem on July 4th?Hear the answer to all these quest... Continue

6 June 2024

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261. Sunak vs Starmer: Who won?

Who emerged victorious from the first leadership debate between Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer? Was ITV's format too restrictive? Where does the election go from here?Join Rory and Alastair as ... Continue

5 June 2024

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Alastair Campbell’s election diary, week two: Levelling up was only ever a slogan

After 14 years of the Tories, the spending gap per student between the state and private schooling system has more than doubled... Continue

5 June 2024

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260. The return of Nigel Farage: does it matter?

What do Nigel Farage's plans to run as an MP in Clacton mean for Rishi Sunak? Should Ed Davey tone down his campaign stunts? What comes next for South Africa after disastrous election results... Continue

4 June 2024

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77. David Blunkett: Tony Blair, growing up blind, and where Margaret Thatcher went wrong (Part 1)

How did the loss of industry in the 1980s affect David Blunkett's politics? What was his experience growing up blind in Sheffield? How did Neil Kinnock and Tony Blair compare? Rory and Alasta... Continue

3 June 2024

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259. Can Trump still run for president?

What is the political damage after Trump’s guilty verdict? How will Trump’s base react to his conviction? What does all of this mean for the future of democracy in the US?Rory and Alastai... Continue

1 June 2024

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Legacy… Margaret Thatcher

Afua Hirsch and Peter Frankopan tell the wild stories of some of the most extraordinary men and women ever to have lived – and ask whether they have the reputation they deserve. Should Nina... Continue

31 May 2024

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258. DONALD TRUMP FOUND GUILTY

What does Donald Trump's guilty verdict mean for the 2024 election? Do the nine Justices of the Supreme Court have too much power? What do Democrats really mean when they say Trump will ‘en... Continue

31 May 2024

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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.