Alastair Campbell’s diary: The unwelcome return of the Brexit grifters
Michael Gove and Boris Johnson are journalists at heart and for years have got away with far more from their own kind as a consequence... Continue
2 October 2024
322. Israel vs Hezbollah: Iran’s next move
What does the killing of Hezbollah’s leader mean for the Middle East? Who will be Labour’s next cabinet secretary? How did the far right win in Austria? Join Rory and Alastair as they ans... Continue1 October 2024
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100. Anne Applebaum: Corruption, Populism, and Ending the War in Ukraine
What constitutes an autocratic state? How did populism come to dominate global politics from 2012-2014? When and how will the war in Ukraine end? On today’s episode of Leading, Rory and Ala... Continue30 September 2024
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321. Question Time: Why do politicians leak to the press?
Was the recent election in Brandenburg really a “huge success” for the far-right AfD? Why are MPs allowed to be on their phones in the House of Commons? And what are Rory and Alastair’s... Continue26 September 2024
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Alastair Campbell’s diary: What Keir Starmer must do now
The prime minister must stop giving the media the chance to go into frenzy or outrage mode... Continue
25 September 2024
320. Labour’s struggle to define itself, Hezbollah vs. Israel, and understanding Long Covid
Does Starmer’s government lack a strategic vision? Are we on the brink of a wider war in the Middle East? Why has society turned a blind eye to those living with Long Covid? Join Rory and A... Continue25 September 2024
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99. Team of Rivals: Blair, Brown and the secrets of New Labour (Douglas Alexander)
What was the rivalry between Tony Blair and Gordon Brown really about? How easy is it to find work as an ex-politician? What can the Labour Party do going forward to strengthen the UK's relat... Continue23 September 2024
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319. TRIP US: The Only State Trump Needs to Win
*To hear the full episode, search The Rest is Politics US wherever you get your podcasts.*How far do voters trust Donald Trump? Should the US have mass deportations? Are Republicans really be... Continue20 September 2024
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Alastair Campbell is a writer, communicator and strategist best known for his role as former British Prime Minister Tony Blair’s spokesman, press secretary and director of communications and strategy. Still active in politics and campaigns in Britain and overseas, he now splits his time between writing, speaking, broadcasting, charities and consultancy.