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The Rest Is Politics, page 4
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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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521. Trump’s Naval Blockade: Is America Becoming a Rogue State?Trump’s announced naval blockade of the Straits of Hormuz (blocking vessels that touch Iranian ports) as the next escalation in the Iran conflict; whether the US is becoming a “rogue state”; knock-on…14 Apr 2026 · 1 h · 21 chapters
520. Orbán Ousted: Is The Tide Turning Against Far-Right Populism?The episode argues that Hungary’s election ousted Viktor Orbán and signals a broader turn against far-right populism.13 Apr 2026 · 16 min · 7 chapters
519. Trump's NATO Threat & a Critical Election in Hungary (Question Time)Whether NATO is “finished” amid Donald Trump’s skepticism, and what that means for European security and Ukraine; plus Hungary’s election—whether Viktor Orbán can be unseated—and how populists…8 Apr 2026 · 51 min · 17 chapters
518. Is Trump a Fascist and is His War on Iran Unwinnable?Whether Donald Trump is a fascist and whether his Iran strategy is unwinnable; broader implications for NATO, Lebanon, Iraq, and global stability.7 Apr 2026 · 51 min · 14 chapters
The Real Reasons Populism Is Taking OverWhy populism is surging, what it means, and how progressives can counter it.2 Apr 2026 · 20 min · 9 chapters
517. Is Trump Plotting Regime Change in Cuba? (Question Time)Whether Trump is considering “distraction” regime-change actions against Cuba; broader discussion of US/UK alliance strains, social-media addiction liability, UK social-media limits, and the relative…1 Apr 2026 · 53 min · 17 chapters
516. Trump’s Iran Delusion and the Limits of American PowerAlistair Campbell and Rory Stewart argue that a US-led Iran strike is driven by “American omnipotence” and scapegoating rather than credible threat assessment; they also discuss how US/Israeli…31 Mar 2026 · 54 min · 19 chapters
Nineteen Eighty-Four: Dominic Sandbrook on Big Brother, Surveillance, and Fear (The Book Club)Dominic Sandbrook’s Book Club discussion of George Orwell’s 1984, focusing on total surveillance (telescreens, Room 101), propaganda and language (“doublethink,” “war is peace”), and modern parallels…29 Mar 2026 · 24 min · 11 chapters
515. Starmer’s Foreign Aid Betrayal, Islamophobia & Australia’s Far Right (Question Time)Keir Starmer’s government cut UK international development spending from 0.7% to 0.3%, which Rory Stewart argues is a national security and moral “betrayal,” worse than austerity and the lowest level…26 Mar 2026 · 52 min · 24 chapters
514. Who Is Profiting from Trump's Iran Catastrophe?Trump’s threats and partial climb-down over attacking Iran’s energy and water infrastructure (Straits of Hormuz), who benefits, likely regional consequences, and whether the UK/Europe should get…25 Mar 2026 · 54 min · 27 chapters
513. Inside Iran: The Country Trump Cannot Control? (Question Time)The Country Trump Cannot Control? (Question Time)19 Mar 2026 · 53 min · 19 chapters
512. Trump’s Iran Disaster and the GB News Propaganda MachineAlastair Campbell and Rory Stewart18 Mar 2026 · 1 h 10 min · 26 chapters
511. Is Blair Undermining Starmer on Iran? (Question Time)In this episode of *The Rest Is Politics*, hosts Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart discuss Tony Blair's recent criticisms of Labour leader Keir Starmer regarding his stance on the Iran conflict and…11 Mar 2026 · 55 min · 18 chapters
510. How The Iran War Is Spiralling Into a Global CrisisIn this episode, Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart discuss the escalating situation in Iran, examining its potential to trigger a global crisis reminiscent of the Iraq War.9 Mar 2026 · 1 h 6 min · 20 chapters
The Future of Warfare: Anthropic vs OpenAIAlastair Campbell and Rory Stewart5 Mar 2026 · 11 min · 5 chapters
509. Labour's Polanski Problem and the Student Loans Scandal (Question Time)Labour's Polanski Problem and the Student Loans Scandal (Question Time)5 Mar 2026 · 42 min · 13 chapters
508. Is Starmer Sleepwalking into War with Iran?In this episode of *The Rest Is Politics*, hosts Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart engage in a heated debate concerning whether UK leader Keir Starmer is inadvertently leading the country into a…4 Mar 2026 · 1 h 1 min · 25 chapters
507. The Ayatollah Is Killed - REACTIONIn the latest episode of *The Rest Is Politics*, Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart provide an in-depth analysis of the significant geopolitical ramifications following the confirmed death of Iran's…1 Mar 2026 · 1 h 3 min · 25 chapters
506. Trump Attacks Iran: What Happens Now?In this episode of *The Rest Is Politics*, hosts Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart discuss the recent military actions taken by the U.S.28 Feb 2026 · 55 min · 24 chapters
505. Are Trump and Putin Underestimating Ukraine?505. Are Trump and Putin Underestimating Ukraine?25 Feb 2026 · 1 h 6 min · 26 chapters
504. Is Trump Losing His Tariffs War? (Question Time)Is Trump Losing His Tariffs War? (Question Time)24 Feb 2026 · 57 min · 17 chapters
Why Trump Wants GreenlandAlastair Campbell and Rory Stewart23 Feb 2026 · 9 min · 4 chapters
503. Andrew’s Arrest: What Next?Alastair Campbell, Lord Falconer19 Feb 2026 · 28 min · 12 chapters
502. How Nigel Farage Gets Away With It (Question Time)In this episode, hosts Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart engage in a deep dive into the political landscape surrounding Nigel Farage and the rise of Reform UK.19 Feb 2026 · 57 min · 16 chapters