11 Sep 2025
448. Question Time: Mandelson’s Epstein Disgrace, Kirk’s Assassination, and Trump’s Illegal Boat StrikeWhy did Peter Mandelson become so mesmerised by the rich and famous? What does Charlie Kirk’s assassination mean for the future of American politics? Is Trump trying to start a fake war with Venezuela?
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.
8 Sep 2025
152. “A War on Children”: A Generation in Gaza at Risk (James Elder)Why is the humanitarian situation in Gaza the worst that James Elder has ever seen? What does the process of rebuilding Gaza look like? How do the people working on the ground not lose hope?
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.
294. Labour’s defining moment and the next Tory leader
Is Labour planning austerity 2.0? Who is in the running to be the next Conservative leader? Should politics play a role at the Olympics? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all this and mor... Continue
Alastair Campbell’s diary: JD Vance’s questionable rise to political fame
Vance is an odd choice. Insights from his memoir only make the decision stranger... Continue
87. Nick Clegg: Biden, Brexit, and kicking Trump off Facebook (Part 2)
What is the legacy of the coalition government? How do American politicians compare to British? Do the leaders of Silicon Valley have more power than the leaders in Washington and Westminster... Continue
292. Question Time: China’s army in Europe, Just Stop Oil behind bars, and Andrew Tate
Where do you stand on Just Stop Oil protestors being sentenced? What could come of China’s military drills in Belarus? What drives young men towards Andrew Tate? Rory and Alastair answer al... Continue
291. The Rise of Kamala Harris
How much do you really know about Kamala Harris? Why isn't Venezuela the Saudi Arabia of Latin America? Should we view Rwanda differently to other autocratic regimes?Join Rory and Alastair as... Continue
Alastair Campbell’s diary: Biden’s long-awaited decision is game-changing
The ‘Trump can’t lose’ rhetoric now, at last, has some serious competition... Continue