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11 Jun 2026

542. Starmer Loses His Defence Secretary: What Next?

What does John Healey's shock resignation mean for Keir Starmer, whose position is already on the line ahead of Andy Burnham's crunch by-election in Makerfield? Who might replace Healey in one of the most important jobs in government, at one of the most dangerous moments in the UK's history? With NATO allies demanding higher spending on defence and Trump's America growing ever more unpredictable, can Britain afford a government at war with itself over military spending?

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.

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Leading

15 Jun 2026

193. James Cleverly: Why Has There Been A Radical Shift On The Right?

What does James Cleverly think of Nigel Farage and Reform? How does Cleverly explain his unexpected exit from the Tory leadership race? What could the future of AI in Great Britain look like under different leadership?

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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127. Donald Trump vs American Freedom: Who Wins? (Moises Naim)

Is this the end of democracy in the USA? Following the election of Trump, could democracy in America die? How did Moises Naim come up with his three p’s; Populism, Polarisation, and Post-t... Continue
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388. Question Time: Adolescence, Mexico at a crossroads, and Carney’s Canadian momentum

How has Mexico responded to Donald Trump? Will new Netflix show Adolescence really move the dial on youth violence? How significant a factor will Trump and the US relationship be in the Canad... Continue
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387. Spring Statement Verdict with Economist Paul Johnson (Extract)

This episode is available in FULL to members of TRIP Plus. Sign up now at therestispolitics.comHas Rachel Reeves played it too safe, or is caution exactly what the economy needs right now? Is... Continue
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386. Trump’s ‘Bomb Yemen’ Group Chat

Is America now conducting ‘stag do diplomacy’? Is Turkey still a democracy? What will Rachel Reeves do in her Spring Statement?Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions an... Continue
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Alastair Campbell’s Diary: Putin’s dirty tricks campaign

Whether or not they were involved in the Heathrow fire, the Russians revel in the mayhem their hybrid actions cause... Continue
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126. Israel, Gaza, and the United Nations (Francesca Albanese)

What role does the UN play in the Occupied Palestinian territories? What is the responsibility of Western media when it comes to covering issues surrounding Israel and Palestine? How did Fran... Continue
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385. Question Time: Trump, Putin, and the Future of Ukraine

How likely is an all-out win for Putin? What do Saudi Arabia and UAE think about Trump? What is behind the protests in Serbia?Join Alastair and Rory as they answer all of this and more.The Re... Continue
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Alastair Campbell’s diary: The hard right will tear itself apart

The idea that Nigel Farage could be prime minister is laughable when he is struggling to hold his party together... Continue
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