6 Aug 2026
560. Trump’s Hamas Disarmament ‘Deal’ and Europe’s FIFA BoycottAs Trump's Board of Peace unveils a plan to disarm Hamas, will the group now give up its weapons and what would this mean for Gaza's future? Amid an escalation of violence on the West Bank and with settlements continuing to grow, why does the US President appear not to care? In the wake of the Gianni Infantino revelations, does the head of FIFA actually hate football?
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.
3 Aug 2026
200. Count Binface: Nigel Farage’s Biggest Threat?Is Count Binface really Nigel Farage's biggest threat in Clacton, and has Farage already lost by turning "me against the establishment" into a battle against a bin? Does Binface's manifesto hide serious politics beneath the comedy? Could a joke candidate ever become a serious political force?
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.
344. Question Time: Should MPs vote with their conscience or constituents?
Is there anything wrong with being an isolationist government? How far has ‘woke’ been weaponised by the far-right? Will Rory ever go on reality TV? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer ... Continue
343. What Happens Next: Israel vs. the International Criminal Court
How has the world responded to the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for top Israeli officials? What does Trump have planned for the war in Ukraine? Is Chancellor Rachel Reeves re... Continue
Alastair Campbell’s diary: The day John Prescott gave a speech to the sea
In paying their tributes, many people are still underestimating the former deputy prime minister... Continue
109. Is it time to legalise assisted dying? (Kim Leadbeater)
Should assisted dying be legalised? How did the murder of her sister, Jo Cox, impact British politics? Why is the job of an MP so difficult?Rory and Alastair are joined by Labour MP Kim Leadb... Continue
John Prescott was a great fighter and a great friend
The public saw his combative side, but those closest to him saw his heart... Continue
342. Question Time: Farmer vs Starmer, courting China, and the purpose of COP
How would Alastair tweak the so-called “tractor-tax” to appease British farmers? Is Kier Starmer spending too much time abroad? And will international law survive Trump?Join Rory and Alas... Continue
Alastair Campbell’s diary: The word I want to get into the dictionary
The ‘trollification’ that happens on X, Elon Musk’s online hellhole, deserves a definition... Continue
341. Biden vs. Trump: A fight for the future of Ukraine
Is Biden’s move on missiles too little too late for Ukraine? Who will be in Donald Trump’s White House team? Why are business leaders growing tired of Labour?Join Rory and Alastair as the... Continue