Rephonic
Artwork for James O'Brien

James O'Brien - The Whole Show

Global
Donald Trump
Keir Starmer
Brexit
Labour Party
Racism
United Kingdom
Nigel Farage
Immigration
Jeffrey Epstein
Iran
Peter Mandelson
Gaza
NATO
Boris Johnson
Mental Health
LBC
Conservative Party
Israel
Social Media
UK Politics

Listen to James O'Brien's phone-in show, which will make you think - and possibly change your outlook on the big stories.

PublishesDailyEpisodes1599Founded7 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsDaily News

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for James O'Brien

Latest Episodes

This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's live, daily show on LBC Radio. To join the conversation call: 0345 60 60 973

This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's live, daily show on LBC Radio. To join the conversation call: 0345 60 60 973

This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's live, daily show on LBC Radio. To join the conversation call: 0345 60 60 973

This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's live, daily show on LBC Radio. To join the conversation call: 0345 60 60 973

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

Recent Guests

Satnam Sanghera
Author of Tonight the Music Seems So Loud
Independent author and journalist
Episode: Why would the government want to be on twitter?
Nina Conti
Ventriloquist and Full Disclosure guest
Independent artist
Episode: Why would the government want to be on twitter?
Jess Asato
Labour MP for Lowestoft, advocate against online sexualized imagery and advocate for women's rights
Labour Party
Episode: What do they have to gain from being willfully ignorant?
Ravinder Singh
Founder and CEO, Khalsa Aid International
Khalsa Aid International
Episode: We can't let hate win on a day like today
Dominic Bascom
Regional official for Equity
Equity
Episode: What has Donald Trump done in the Middle East?
Maaz Inon
Co-author, peace advocate
Interact International
Episode: Has Tony Blair gone full pig?
Aziz Abu Sarah
Co-author, peace advocate
Interact International
Episode: Has Tony Blair gone full pig?
Paula Sherriff
Former MP (Labour)
Parliament
Episode: The worst thing about social media
Claire Azugar
Daughter of a British RAF veteran detained in Israel
Family of detainee
Episode: Thick racists are furious about falling immigration

Host

James O'Brien
Host of the show

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.5k ratings
  • “It’s extraordinary”

    As James himself says every 30 seconds or so, it’s extraordinary!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reviewer U.K.
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Love the show, but…

    Your attack on Doctor Pepper is disgraceful and has resulted in a loss of a star, HA! Take that!

    No, but seriously, it’s funny hearing someone offer criticism of another country’s drinks who’s from a country INFAMOUS for having an absolutely horrible culinary culture. Even your signature dish, “Fish & Chips!” is garbage. Cheerios, you limey bastard!

    Otherwise, great show.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Bill the Bug Guy
    United States2 months ago
  • Sanity preserving

    O'Brien keeps me sane. Other people agree with me re Farage, Reform and the Trump regime. I don't live in a parallel reality after all! Such a relief!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dottler
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Brilliant

    The best analysis of the absolute madness we are currently living with. Fearless and totally on point. No ming vase being carefully carried here. Excellent show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TIEITM
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Ok but

    A bit too self-righteous and of course I agree with what you say but calling stupid people stupid and hideous so many times would not really appeal to me as it is such common sense and if you are not only preaching the converted they you need to think of adding more nuance to your language? It’s so macho the whole tone

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    H Mit
    United Kingdom5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate candid, well-informed discourse and willingness to challenge guests.
Occasional criticism of editing or pacing but overall strong community and listener trust.
High engagement and timely topics; some praise the host's clarity and passion.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What actually happens when you leave education?
Q: What happens when you leave school in terms of future employment?
The host asks for detailed, experience-based information about job prospects and welfare support, seeking concrete steps rather than speculation.
The worst thing about social media
Q: What is the most dangerous thing about social media usage among youths?
The caller responds that the danger lies in disengagement from reality and the creation of a false sense of fulfillment, which can lead to radicalization and a lack of interest in real-world responsibilities.
Nobody has been in my thoughts as much as this man
Q: What should companies do to protect staff and customers when theft is occurring?
Listeners discuss stronger security policies, better training, and potentially hiring more empowered security personnel, while acknowledging the legal and financial risks of intervention.
This is about trying to pay people as little as possible
Q: Are business owners unable to pay a living wage?
There's a strong debate about whether business owners can afford to pay higher wages without sacrificing their viability.
This is going to take you by surprise
Q: Why do you think Labour is doing so well?
Listeners suggest various reasons, including a perception of Labour as the best available option compared to far-right alternatives, and the overall political climate affecting opinions toward leadership.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About James O'Brien

What is James O'Brien about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, caller-driven political talk show that covers UK politics, media narratives, and current events through long, participatory discussions. Listeners weigh in on leadership, policy, public spending, and social issues with provocative takes from diverse callers. Episodes frequently tackle party dynamics, Brexit-era repercussions, and the media's influence on public opinion, often punctuated by live interviews and personal anecdotes. The format is notable for its high engagement, rapid-fire exchanges, and a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, making it appealing to listeners who enjoy outspoken, evidence-informed debate and immediate public sentiment from a British urban-to-suburban audience.

Where can I find podcast stats for James O'Brien?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for James O'Brien. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to James O'Brien and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does James O'Brien get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for James O'Brien, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for James O'Brien?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for James O'Brien, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does James O'Brien have?

To see how many followers or subscribers James O'Brien has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to James O'Brien?

These podcasts share a similar audience with James O'Brien:

1. Full Disclosure with James O'Brien
2. James O'Brien Daily
3. The News Agents
4. James O'Brien's Mystery Hour
5. The News Agents - USA

How many episodes of James O'Brien are there?

James O'Brien launched 7 years ago and published 1599 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact James O'Brien?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for James O'Brien?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for James O'Brien from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for James O'Brien?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of James O'Brien. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on James O'Brien?

Recent guests on James O'Brien include:

1. Satnam Sanghera
2. Nina Conti
3. Jess Asato
4. Ravinder Singh
5. Dominic Bascom
6. Maaz Inon
7. Aziz Abu Sarah
8. Paula Sherriff

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days