5 Mar 2026
The Future of Warfare: Anthropic vs Open AIIs Europe sleepwalking into American AI dependency? Are we building toward a world where AI genuinely thinks for itself? And as AI becomes the backbone of modern warfare, who's really in control?
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.
2 Mar 2026
178. Gavin Newsom: The Next President Of The United States?What happened on a ridiculous midnight phone call between Donald Trump and the Governor of California? Why does Gavin Newsom believe the President will be crushed in the mid-terms? What is Newsom’s tactic for trolling Trump? Will Newsom run for president in 2028?
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: Kamala Harris returns hope to America
Harris making the most of this opportunity and Trump is, frankly, floundering... Continue
90. Why we should ban all money from politics and kids from social media (Peter Malinauskas)
Are donations the biggest evil in politics? Should children be banned from social media entirely? How much does Australia look to the UK in 2024?On today’s episode of Leading, Rory and Alas... Continue
302. It’s Trump’s Race to Lose
Is Trump setting the stage to reject another loss in November? Why did Kamala Harris sideline Josh Shapiro as her VP pick? What does it mean to be a Republican today?Join Katty Kay and Anthon... Continue
301. Question Time: Iran’s retaliation, Labour “press bias” and an Olympic hangover
Is the press softer on Labour? How left-wing would a Harris/Walz government be? Was MI5 aware of crimes committed by a British agent?And how should France cash in on the Olympic hype?TRIP Plu... Continue
300. Why Ukraine invaded Russia, the Musk-Trump love-in, and Rory’s visit to Afghanistan
Why is Elon Musk lashing out against Scotland’s First Minister? What are the tactics behind Ukraine’s advance on Russia? How worried should we be by China’s relationship with Serbia?Joi... Continue
Alastair Campbell’s diary: Fascism has no place in Britain
Nigel Farage and Stephen Yaxley-Lennon's cries to the far right mob do not represent this country... Continue
89. David Davis: The danger of Farage and the battle for the soul of the Tory Party
Does David Davis still think Brexit has been a success? Was he wrong on gay marriage and the death penalty? Is meritocracy in Britain now a thing of the past?Alastair and Rory are joined by f... Continue