
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 | 183 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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Does the former German Chancellor think that Germany was wrong to rely on Russian gas in the run up to the war in Ukraine? What does Olaf Scholz think is behind the rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany? Why will building respect help bring a... more
How does the former US Special Representative for Iran think US-Iranian relations will improve? Is there a method to Trump’s madness when it comes to foreign policy? Why does Robert believe the “two-state solution” for Israel and Palestine is dead?
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Do Russia or China represent a bigger risk to UK national security? Why are we underestimating the threat posed by cybercriminals? Who holds the real power - ministers or spies?
Rory and Alastair are joined by Jeremy Fleming, formerly of GCHQ and MI... more
How did Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya go from being a housewife to leading a Belarussian government in exile? How did Aleksandr Lukashenko become the last dictator in Europe? Why was Segei, Sviatlana’s husband, imprisoned for opposing the Putin-backed reg... more
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The greatest labour PM we never had. A real hero in the opposition to M Thatcher.
Thank you both.
Brilliant episodes with Neil Kinnock. Wonderful orator, who has lost none of his magic. I could listen to him endlessly.
A great podcast filled with good quality interviews. A more ‘slow news’ segment that offers more profound insights into politics and foreign policy today. I thought that Maya Sandu’s interview was by far the one of the best that I have heard in a while. An astute and nuanced perspective on Eastern Europe, without too much emotion or hyperbole. Also, an incredibly impressive persona. Thank you for your tireless work!
This is getting too thin for me. Started well, but less interesting guests and Rory’s hectoring style, trying to score points, have worn thin enough for me to leave. Shame really; it seems to have swapped quality for quantity.
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Recent guests on The Rest Is Politics: Leading include:
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2. Sir Jeremy Fleming
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5. Neil Kinnock
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7. Jimmy Wales
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