The Rest Is Politics podcast

The Rest Is Politics

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.

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.

 

#494

How Will AI Change The World? (Ep 1)

How will AI reshape the way we live, earn, and design our lifestyles over the next decade?... more

Yesterday

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13:59

Yesterday


#493

478. Farage’s Crypto Megadonor and the Graduate Jobs Disaster (Question Time)

Why has a crypto billionaire living in Thailand donated £9 million to Nigel Farage's party... more

11 Dec 2025

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:32

11 Dec 2025


#492

477. How Trump’s Security Strategy Destroys The Old World Order

Has Trump's 2025 National Security Strategy officially upended 80 years of American foreig... more

10 Dec 2025

51 MINS

51:00

10 Dec 2025


#491

476. Polanski’s Problem, Westminster’s Russia Blind Spot, and Justice Without Juries? (Question Tim...

Are the Greens selling an economic vision they can’t explain? Should Britain ditch juries ... more

04 Dec 2025

1 HR 02 MINS

1:02:27

04 Dec 2025


#490

475. The Budget Backlash – and Trump’s Plan to Profit from Peace in Ukraine

Is the media too negative about Reeves and Starmer, or are they simply out of ideas? What ... more

03 Dec 2025

1 HR 02 MINS

1:02:03

03 Dec 2025


#489

Introducing: The Rest Is Science

Forget what you think you know about reality. The Rest Is Science is a mind-bending new sh... more

02 Dec 2025

11 MINS

11:52

02 Dec 2025


#488

474. Does Reeves' Budget Really Change Anything? What It Means For You

Was this 'the most leaked Budget' of all time? Has Rachel Reeves managed to balance the de... more

26 Nov 2025

53 MINS

53:20

26 Nov 2025


#487

473. Europe vs. Trump: Competing Visions for a Ukraine Peace Deal (Question Time)

What happens to global leadership when the US ghosts the G20 and COP, and can middle power... more

26 Nov 2025

1 HR 08 MINS

1:08:00

26 Nov 2025


#486

472. Is Trump’s Peace 'Plan’ Forced Surrender for Ukraine?

Who is really behind the White House 'peace plan' for Ukraine: Trump or Putin? Why isn't E... more

23 Nov 2025

55 MINS

55:38

23 Nov 2025


#485

471. Rory Stewart: How the Government Tried to Silence Me on Lockdowns

Why did Boris Johnson and the British government not only fail to listen, but actively try... more

21 Nov 2025

32 MINS

32:13

21 Nov 2025


#484

470. China vs Japan, the BBC at Breaking Point, and The Future of Satire (Question Time)

Is Japan provoking China, or responding to a real threat over Taiwan? What does the BBC’s ... more

20 Nov 2025

49 MINS

49:07

20 Nov 2025


#483

469. Is Starmer Out of Moves? Asylum Gamble, Tax Chaos, and Open Infighting

After a week of turmoil, can Labour recover their support or are they already doomed to lo... more

19 Nov 2025

59 MINS

59:19

19 Nov 2025


#482

468. Starmer in Crisis: Sabotage From Within? (Question Time)

Has Keir Starmer lost control of his own team? Is Gen Z actually the most informed generat... more

12 Nov 2025

52 MINS

52:40

12 Nov 2025


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467. The Mamdani Method Explained: Could It Shock Britain?

How did a thirty four-year old democratic socialist win over New York, and can he actually... more

12 Nov 2025

50 MINS

50:37

12 Nov 2025