11 Mar 2026
511. Is Blair Undermining Starmer on Iran? (Question Time)Why is Tony Blair criticising Starmer’s approach to Trump’s warmongering in the Middle East? Should European leaders be calling out Trump’s lies more directly? What is actually unfolding inside Iran right now?
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 Mar 2026
179. President Stubb: Trump’s Unlikely Best FriendHow did President Stubb’s golfing talent lead him to fostering a close relationship with President Trump? Why was ‘Prime Minister’ the worst job ever? Why will the Global South define the new world order?
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.
The perils of interviewing serving politicians
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55. Gillian Keegan: The future of British schools, union ‘barons’, and Sunak’s Rwanda battle
What's it like to be the Secretary of State for Education who left school at 17? How much power do unions really have in British politics? What's it like to become a Tory MP when your family ... Continue
209. Question Time: What happens when privatisation goes wrong?
Is it possible to be politically active as a civil servant? How did private finance initiatives contribute to the Post Office scandal? Is a transfer of power possible in Myanmar?Listen to Ro... Continue
208. History’s warning to Labour, the Post Office scandal, and Bangladesh’s battle for power
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Alastair Campbell’s Diary: Don’t let David Cameron off the hook
Rishi Sunak emulates Boris Johnson more than Cameron, but the foreign secretary is far from blameless... Continue
Alastair Campbell’s Diary: In defence of David Cameron
Boris Johnson undid many of the former PM's well-intentioned moves... Continue
Alastair Campbell’s Diary: Don’t buy into Sunak’s election distraction tactics
The sooner the prime minister calls an election, the better... Continue
54. Guy Verhofstadt: Is there a case for a European army?
What's it like to run Belgium for a decade? How many people in the EU actually believe in 'ever-closer union'? What are the pros and cons of being a career politician?On today's episode of Le... Continue