13 Feb 2026
The Battle for the ArcticOne of the most important political issues of our time - the battle for the Arctic. Why is Russia so dominant there? Why does Trump really want Greenland? And why is Climate Change right at the heart of this?Join Alastair and author Kenneth R. Rosen in the first episode of our new members-only miniseries on the battle for geopolitical control of the icy north, the polar war.
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.
9 Feb 2026
175. Ex-Director of GCHQ: China, Russia, and the Threats Facing the UK (Jeremy Fleming)Do Russia or China represent a bigger risk to UK national security? Why are we underestimating the threat posed by cybercriminals? Who holds the real power - ministers or spies?
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.
103. Archbishop of Canterbury: Faith, mental health, and the future of the Church
What does the Archbishop of Canterbury suggest for bridging divides in conflict zones? What are the Church doing about declining spirituality? How was it leading the country through the death... Continue
327. Question Time: What does peace look like in the Middle East?
What is the point of the House of Lords today? Does Elon Musk have presidential ambitions? How bad do Downing Street comms have to get before Alastair steps in?Join Rory and Alastair as they ... Continue
326. Labour’s first 100 days, the Tory leadership race, and Japan
How have the first 100 days of the new Labour government gone? Who will be the next leader of the Tory party? What is happening in Japanese politics right now?Join Rory and Alastair as they a... Continue
102. Alan Johnson: From Blair to Starmer – What can Labour learn? (Part 2)
How does militant socialism compare to Corbynism? How did Labour’s ‘remain’ campaign go so wrong? And what should Labour be doing about immigration? On today’s episode of Leading, Ro... Continue
325. Question Time: Are the Tories dead or sleeping?
How many civilian casualties is too many: what defines a proportionate war? What makes a good civil servant according to Alastair and Rory. And, why should children learn how to disagree agre... Continue
Alastair Campbell’s diary: It’s about emotion, Starmer, not economics
If Labour can restore a sense of community, it will reap as much political benefit as any amount of good economic data... Continue
324. Israel at War: One Year On
How has the political landscape of the Middle East changed in the year since Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel? Why has Keir Starmer reshuffled his top team? Is “the grid” still ... Continue
101. Alan Johnson: The Prime Minister We Never Had? (Part 1)
How much have the “bleak” post-war years shaped modern Britain? How did growing up parentless and in poverty inspire Alan Johnson’s life choices? And, is Alastair right, could he have b... Continue