The Rest Is Politics
GoalhangerAlastair 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, en... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 591 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNewsGovernment | |||
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- Jews and Muslims
Can Rory please walk across Israel sometime? I’m neither Jewish nor Muslim, and it’s clear he is a good man who thinks he’s unbiased. Today’s show quoted numbers that seemed to cast Antisemitic attacks and Islamophobic attacks as equal concerns, leaving out context that in the 2021 census data for England and Wales, there were about 3.9 million Muslims, and 280 thousand Jews. So overall attacks are shockingly higher on Jews. There’s a word for that. What is the phenomenon called when you believe... more
Apple Podcasts4Crocodile Teeth and Flowers
United States37 hours ago - Unfollowing
Used to love the balanced opposing views and Rory’s clever summaries of events - but AC is OUT OF CONTROL with left wing rants. Boring, tedious, unbalanced tripe
Apple Podcasts2ND in UK
United Kingdom39 hours ago - Terrible
I can’t believe what I’m hearing. The discussion is on antisemitism and AC is making excuse after excuse for it however he can such as ‘It’s the Russians, It’s Iran it’s a mentally unstable person, but wait wait there’s hatred against Muslims…..’I can hear very well what he really thinks by the undertone of all he says. Stop making excuses for antisemitism! Won’t be listening anymore.
Apple Podcasts1MaryPoppins356United Kingdom41 hours ago - Disingenuous
On your most recent episode on antisemitism, it is odd to discuss pool a topic without referring the incredibly high levels of antisemitism within the British Muslim community and the threat of violence emanating from Islamists. By ignoring the elephant in the room, the presenters come across as being completely disingenuous. The recent acts of antisemitism have all been committed by British Muslims (or by Iran). British Jews are not going out and killing British Muslims; there is not an equival... more
Apple Podcasts1Macro/Micro101United Kingdom43 hours ago - Terrible editing
Did the work experience kid so the editing for the show this week? Almost unlistenable in parts, sentences were cut, adverts started mid-advert randomly. Hard to listen to
Apple Podcasts3niggle76United Kingdom2 days ago
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Apple Podcasts | #40 | United States/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #96 | United States/News |
YouTube | #18 | United Kingdom/Popular Podcasts |
Spotify | #1 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
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The show provides sharp, debate-driven political analysis on UK and global affairs, with a focus on current events, geopolitics, and policy implications. Across episodes, topics range from wars and international law to domestic politics, leadership, and media influence, often featuring strong, informed perspectives and candid disagreements. Notable moments include live reactions to major geopolitical events, in-depth discussions with guests, and a consistent emphasis on practical implications for policy and governance. The dynamic hosts tend to challenge each other while staying grounded in evidence, which can make the program especially valuable for listeners who want rigorous, timely commentary and a clear read on complex issues.
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2. Andrea Mihalsaya
3. Dominic Samrock
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