23 Jan 2026
492. Should Europe Boycott the World Cup? (Question Time)Could Trump’s continued Greenland threats spark international boycotts of the World Cup? Does Robert Jenrick’s chaotic defection to Reform strengthen or weaken the Conservatives? How stable is the ceasefire in Syria, and should it be celebrated as a major victory for Trump?
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.
19 Jan 2026
171. Neil Kinnock: A Labour Rebel’s Path To Power (Part 1)Whilst an early career MP, why did Neil Kinnock rebel against the Labour Party so regularly? As Labour leader, how did Kinnock take on militant and the ‘ultra-left’ within the Labour Party? What regrets does Kinnock have about the way he responded to the Miners’ strikes?
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’s diary: How I remember John Prescott
At the late former deputy prime minister’s funeral, it became clear that Britain could do with some politicians like him today... Continue
367. Rory vs JD Vance, recording from Damascus, and Trump’s tariffs
Why are Rory and Alastair in Damascus? What’s going on with JD Vance? Has there been a twist in the German election?Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more.The Re... Continue
119. Tommy Vietor: How Democrats can fight Trump
How did Barack Obama become President? What was Hillary Clinton's huge mistake in 2016? How corrupt really is American politics today?Pod Save America host and former Barack Obama speechwrite... Continue
366. Question Time: Why do dictators bother with sham elections?
What stops billionaires spending their money in their lifetime? How can you stay engaged with politics without sacrificing mental health? Who are the hidden actors in the Israel/Gaza conflict... Continue
Alastair Campbell’s diary: Finding a ray of hope in Trump’s dark new era
At Davos, Nigerian-American Salome Agbaroji's poetry urged leaders not to cower in the face of populism... Continue
365. Trump’s Mafia World Order
How many ‘early warning signs of fascism’ are we seeing in the US? Has Trump delivered a fatal blow to America’s soft power around the world? Why does Alastair admire Prince Harry and h... Continue
118. Ex-Head of Mossad: Hamas, Ceasefire, and Netanyahu (Uzi Arad)
What’s the relationship between intelligence agencies and the politicians they serve? How does Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu react in a crisis? How confident should we be that t... Continue