The Rest Is Politics

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Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart break down current affairs in the UK and abroad. The Rest Is Politics analyses the latest international news, provides debate on global issues, and reveals secrets from Westminster, whilst bringing back the lost art of disagreeing agreeably. With insider perspectives and expert analysis, The Rest Is Politics is the go-to podcast for anyone seeking intelligent, engaging discussions on British and global politics. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Join with a FREE TRIAL at therestispolitics.com for exclusive bonus content including Rory and Alastair’s first ever miniseries, early access to episodes and live show tickets, ad free listening, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members chatroom. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com. Social Producer: Celine Charles Lead Video Editor: Josh Smith Assistant Producer: Daisy Alston-Horne Producer: Evan Green Exec Producer: Bella Soames

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What Living Under ISIS Taught Me About Extremism

2026-11-13 · 15 min

Twenty-five years after 9/11, does terrorism still pose an existential threat to humanity? How do ordinary people become extremists — and why is it a mistake to generalise about the “type” of person who joins a terror…
588. Is Britain Prepared for Cyber Warfare and The ‘Plot’ to Undermine the UN

2026-11-12 · 1 hr 0 min · Episode 588

As supermarket fridges are hacked and bomb threats are called in, how is AI accelerating the rate of cyberattacks, and can Britain’s defences keep up? Who is in the running to become the next UN Secretary-General, and…
587. Will a Weakened Trump Make the World More Dangerous?

2026-11-11 · 58 min · Episode 587

Following the disastrous midterm results for the Republicans, where will Trump turn his attention for the last two years of his presidency, and what will the MAGA movement look like without him? With Nvidia CEO Jensen…
586. Can the Democrats Capitalise on Trump's Midterm Disaster?

2026-11-04 · 1 hr 13 min · Episode 586

Why did Trump concede defeat so quickly and pledge to work with Democrats, and what does this mean for the final two years of his presidency, including his influence on the world stage? Was this a cost of living…
585. Rory Goes to a Trump Rally and Will the Youth Protests Spread to Britain?

2026-11-03 · 1 hr 10 min · Episode 585

What has Rory uncovered on the road through JD Vance country, and how did he feel attending a Trump MAGA rally? What is driving the wave of youth protests sweeping across Europe, and could we see similar unrest in the…
David Blunkett on Blindness, Adversity and Why Politicians Give Up Too Easily

2026-10-31 · 25 min

To hear the full episode, and the whole series, sign up at therestispolitics.com This week, Alastair sits down with someone who – in his opinion – is the most persevilient person in politics, Lord David Blunkett. Blind…
584. Why Is Trump Losing Voters and Will Texas Turn Blue?

2026-10-30 · 1 hr 2 min · Episode 584

Why are these US midterms so important, and what has Rory been seeing on the ground in Ohio? Could the Democrats really flip Texas, and is Trump alienating the Hispanic voters that were crucial to his 2024 victory? If…
583. Is Burnham’s Budget Too Safe and How Brazil Defied Trump

2026-10-28 · 1 hr 0 min · Episode 583

With the UK’s new Chancellor, John Healey, announcing his first budget and Kemi Badenoch asking him, “is that it?”, how will the public judge his plans? With Lula making an historic return to Brazil’s presidency, was it…
Kim Leadbeater, MP: My Sister's Murder and Why I Never Wanted To Go Into Politics

2026-10-22 · 28 min

This week, we bring you one of Alastair’s favourite interviews. He’s joined by Kim Leadbeater MP, whose sister Jo Cox was murdered in 2016, and his lifelong friend Lindsay Nicholson, who lost her husband John and…
582. Netanyahu’s Fight for Survival and the Gaza Film That Shocked Rory and Alastair

2026-10-21 · 1 hr 2 min · Episode 582

What is at stake for Israelis and Palestinians in the upcoming parliamentary elections and, if Netanyahu loses, will anything actually change given the major parties reject a two state solution? Why does the IDF’s…

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Oldest episode in feed: 03/2022 · over 4 years
Typical length: 45 min
Format: Episodic Newest first, episodes stand alone

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