4 Dec 2025
476. Polanski’s Problem, Westminster’s Russia Blind Spot, and Justice Without Juries? (Question Time)Are the Greens selling an economic vision they can’t explain? Should Britain ditch juries in some trials? And, how far has Russian influence seeped into UK 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.
1 Dec 2025
164. Zack Polanski: Do The Greens Have What It Takes?Why has Green party membership exploded since Zack Polanski became leader in September? What radical economic reforms is he fighting for? Why have the Greens stopped talking about the environment?
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.
467. The Mamdani Method Explained: Could It Shock Britain?
How did a thirty four-year old democratic socialist win over New York, and can he actually follow through on his promise to transform the city? What do Zohran Mamdani, Zack Polanski, and Nige... Continue
466. Crisis Hits the BBC: Is this a Coordinated Attack?
Why have the BBC’s Director General and Head of News both suddenly resigned? Is this an internal 'coup' at the BBC or a 'concerted' attack by its usual enemies? How is American-style polari... Continue
466. Crisis Engulfs the BBC: Is this a Coordinated Attack?
Why have the BBC’s Director General and Head of News both suddenly resigned? Is this an internal 'coup' at the BBC or a 'concerted' attack by its usual enemies? How is American-style polari... Continue
The malign right can’t be allowed to destroy the BBC
Panorama made mistakes but this ‘scandal’ is the work of populists trying to control the airwaves. They won’t rest... Continue
161. Putin, Trump, and 500 Years of Resisting Russia (Radek Sikorski)
What was it like for Radek Sikorski to be a refugee in the UK from communist Poland in the 80s? How will the war in Ukraine come to an end? Why is populism on the rise in Europe and how do we... Continue
Murdoch’s Succession Battle and the Fight for Fox News
What are the key differences between Murdoch's children, particularly Lachlan and James? How do the internal family conflicts of the Murdochs mirror the TV show Succession? What will Rupert M... Continue
465. Andrew’s Disgrace, Newsnight, and a Centrist Win in the Netherlands (Question Time)
How much transparency should we demand from the monarchy? Do the latest Dutch results show that populism is fracturing, or simply mutating? And, did Xi embarrass Trump? __________ Join Ror... Continue
Alastair Campbell’s diary: Elon Musk’s role in funding fascism
What Musk calls free speech, I call the promotion of fascism. The Tesla CEO needs to leave our politics alone... Continue