25 Jun 2026
547. The Truth About Russian Oil, Net Zero, and North Sea DrillingWith 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 become so dependent on Russian oil? Is North Sea drilling for oil and gas a matter of national security, or an environmentally reckless fantasy?
Two men who’ve been at the heart of the political world – former Downing Street Director of Communications and Strategy Alastair Campbell and cabinet minister Rory Stewart – join forces from across the political divide.
22 Jun 2026
194. Is Putin Losing his Grip on Russia?With war fatigue growing and polls showing increasing dissatisfaction with life in Russia, is Vladimir Putin beginning to lose control? What is really happening inside Russia today? And what is it like to report the truth from inside one of the world's most repressive states?
Every Monday, Rory and Alastair interrogate, converse with, and interview some of the world’s biggest names – from both inside and outside of politics – about life, leadership, or leading the way in their chosen field.
Alastair Campbell: Question Time and an audience full of Leavers
The Brexit-voting audience was friendly and open to argument – but why was there no one from the government on the panel?... Continue
144. Question Time: The War On Drugs, a Tory Green Party, and Long Covid
Is class still the biggest dividing line in Britain? Why do we not hear enough about the impact of Long Covid? Would the Green Party ever shift to the right? On today’s Question Time pod, ... Continue
143. The world looks to Beijing, Putin vs. Africa, and Rory’s sliding Brexit doors
What have we learnt from Brexit, 7 years on? Has Antony Blinken’s trip to Beijing eased tensions between China and the US? What is Africa’s role in the Ukraine-Russia conflict?Join Rory a... Continue
Alastair Campbell’s Diary: Why John Major is right about Boris Johnson
Going forward, the less we hear from and of Johnson, the better for all of us... Continue
23: John Major: From Brixton to Downing Street (Part 1)
Why is Sir John Major a Tory? How did he make it from Brixton to 10 Downing Street? What was it like to witness the fall of Margaret Thatcher first hand?In the first of two episodes, Rory and... Continue
142. Is this the end for Boris Johnson?
In a damning report, Boris Johnson has been condemned for lying to parliament over parties held in Downing Street during the pandemic.In today's emergency bonus episode, Rory and Alastair deb... Continue
140. Johnson and Sunak at war, Sturgeon’s arrest, and the death of Silvio Berlusconi
Are we on the brink of Tory civil war? What is the legacy of Silvio Berlusconi? Why has China pivoted to Latin America?Join Alastair and Rory as they answer all these questions and more.TRIP ... Continue