
The Rest Is Politics’ Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart interview politicians, leaders, intellectuals, and more. From inside and outside of politics, guests join Rory and Alastair to discuss life, leadership, and the philosophy that’s led them to success in their chosen field. Their conversations cover key political events, global affairs, and the big ideas shaping the world today, offering liste... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 176 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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From Parliament to Prison, how can people find calm in chaotic environments? How does one cope with grief during the festive period? What are some successful ways to combat depression?
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I have been a regular listener for long and I enjoy your coverage and interviews but loved the session with Polanski. I was skeptical about greens and Zack and your interview made me change my mind. Very few politicians are authentic and bring their true self in public, showing their vulnerability, very few demonstrate how they have grown and have changed their mind openly and explain why. Zack clearly did that. I liked how Rory was trying the educate and make him aware on economy and if Zack is... more
Have very much liked the recent episodes with Gove, Polanski & Pompeo. I found myself loathing the first two and wanted to like the third. Polanski spoke well, is engaging and has an idea on his target state for the UK but has no clear plan on how to get from A to B. Which left me wondering, is he an actor playing the role of a politician?
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It’s a real skill to challenge an interviewee with wit and grace. Unfortunately, both these interviewers lack this skill, as becomes clear whenever they interview someone they disagree with (which is rare, but it does sometimes happen). I know this won’t be taken up - too much ego - but there are actually courses you can go on for this sort of thing.
Live the show but,sorry, Polanski unlistenable to after 15 mins.
Way too fast, get media training not excuses.
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