23 Oct 2026
Kim Leadbeater, MP: My Sister’s Murder and Why I Never Wanted To Go Into PoliticsThis week, we bring you one of Alastair’s favourite interviews.
The Rest Is Politics
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.
Leading
19 Oct 2026
211. Trump’s Niece on Why He’s On Putin’s SideHow did Donald Trump’s childhood shape the president we see today? Why was Mary Trump cut out of her grandfather’s billion-dollar will? Why does he want to see Europe fail?
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.
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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... Continue
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
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... Continue
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
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... Continue
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... Continue
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... Continue
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... Continue