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 listeners in-depth perspectives from those at the heart of change. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become ...
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152. "A War on Children": A Generation in Gaza at Risk (James Elder)
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1:03:20Why is the humanitarian situation in Gaza the worst that James Elder has ever seen? What does the process of rebuilding Gaza look like? How do the people working on the ground not lose hope? UNICEF spokesperson James Elder joins Alastair and Rory to answer all these questions and more. To donate to UNICEF UK's Gaza appeal visit unicef.uk/gaza-podca…
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151. Prime Minister of Norway: On Trump, Tech, and Brexit Lessons (Jonas Gahr Støre)
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58:43Why is the nation with the world’s richest sovereign wealth fund not ‘universally happy’? What can the UK learn from Norway’s relationship with the EU? Is Jonas Gahr Støre really standing between Trump and a Nobel Peace Prize? Alastair and Rory are joined by The Prime Minister of Norway, Jonas Gahr Støre, to discuss all this and more. Visit HP.com/…
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150. Nicola Sturgeon: What Really Happened In The Scottish Referendum (Part 2)
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1:07:54How did the media and Westminster impact the Scottish Referendum? Why are spin rooms "utterly pointless" in Nicola's view? Is misogyny in politics as bad as it used to be, or getting worse due to social media? Rory and Alastair are joined by Nicola Sturgeon for part 2 of their interview to answer all these questions and more. Visit HP.com/politics …
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149. Nicola Sturgeon: On Margaret Thatcher, Alex Salmond, and the Push for Independence (Part 1)
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46:34What is the difference between class distinctions in Scotland and the rest of the UK? How did Nicola Sturgeon's childhood in Scotland inform her politics? What was Margaret Thatcher's influence on Nicola's career? Rory and Alastair are joined by former Leader of the SNP and First Minister of Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon, to answer all these questions …
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148. The President of Guyana: The Fastest Growing Economy in the World (Irfaan Ali)
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1:02:41How does Guyana balance its unprecedented economic growth, largely due to oil discoveries, with environmental sustainability? How does Guyana perceive and address the historical scar left by slavery? What has happened to West Indies cricket, and how does the future look? Alastair is joined by President of Guyana, Ifraan Ali, to answer all these que…
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147. I Thought It Was a Prank - Then I Was Chancellor: Jeremy Hunt (Part 2)
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52:34What was it like to be handed the reins to the economy following the Liz Truss mini-budget collapse? How did Jeremy Hunt feel fighting an election that he knew the Conservatives would lose? How would Thatcher have dealt with Trump? Alastair and Rory are joined by former Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to answer all this and more. TRIP Plus: Become a member …
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146. The Rise and Fall of The Conservative Party: Jeremy Hunt (Part 1)
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50:36How did Jeremy Hunt lose the Conservative leadership race to Boris Johnson? What does the longest serving Health Minister think will fix the NHS? What does Jeremy Hunt really think of Kemi Badenoch’s leadership? Alastair and Rory are joined by former Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to answer all this and more. Visit HP.com/politics to find out more. TRIP Pl…
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145. Gary Stevenson: Masculinity, Money, and the Myth of Meritocracy (Part 2)
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47:06How did Gary become a multimillionaire by the age of 25? How big a difference can a wealth tax make on regular people's lives? Have centrist politics failed on the economy? Rory and Alastair are joined by author of The Trading Game, Gary Stevenson, to answer all these questions and more. Visit HP.com/politics to find out more. TRIP Plus: Become a m…
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144. Gary Stevenson: From Teenage Drug Dealer to Millionaire Trader (Part 1)
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36:16How did Gary Stevenson go from being expelled for drug dealing, to one of the most successful traders in London? How does class and privilege play into the world of finance in the UK? What could men do differently to deal with their mental health at work? Rory and Alastair are joined by author of The Trading Game, Gary Stevenson, to discuss all thi…
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143. Iraq, Trump, and America’s Slide to Authoritarianism (Congressman Seth Moulton)
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1:04:54How did Congressman Moulton keep fighting the Iraq war when he thought it was a mistake? Is there anyone who can stop Trump, or is he an absolute monarch? Have substandard politicians used military service as a get-out-of-jail-free card? Rory and Alastair are joined by Congressman Seth Moulton to discuss all this and more. Visit HP.com/politics to …
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142. The Truth About Net Zero's Credibility (Emma Pinchbeck)
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1:05:53Why are the British paying more for energy than anywhere else in Europe? How does society navigate the anxiety of having children during the climate crisis? What does the UK government need to do in order to speed up our transition to green energy? Rory and Alastair are joined by the Chief Executive of the Climate Change Committee and former CEO of…
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141. The President of Cyprus: Iran, Israel, and the Cyprus Issue (Nikos Christodoulides)
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1:02:29What role does Cyprus play in the Middle East conflicts? How can Europe and the United Kingdom strengthen their relations during this tumultuous time? How can governments fight corruption? Rory and Alastair are joined by Nikos Christodoulides, the President of Cyprus, to discuss all this and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for excl…
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140. The Next President of France? Gabriel Attal on Macron, Le Pen, and Israel-Iran
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1:08:21Why has Macron become so unpopular? Where is the discussion of international law when it comes to the conflict between Israel and Iran? Why can’t the French and the English coordinate to stop the small boats crisis? Alastair and Rory are joined by former French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal to discuss all this and more. Sign up to Revolut Business t…
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139. Speaker Kevin McCarthy: In Defence of Donald J. Trump
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1:10:43What is the logic behind Trump’s “chaotic” political strategy? Are Europe and America heading for a divorce? What did it feel like to get ousted as the Speaker of the House on a global stage? Rory and Alastair are joined by former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy to discuss all this and more. Sign up to Revolut Business today via: https://get.re…
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138. The Anxious Generation: How Silicon Valley Has Rewired Our Brains (Jonathan Haidt)
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1:08:54What are the biggest lies we're being told about social media? How does unregulated social media help Trump and authoritarian regimes? How do you beat an addiction to your phone? Jonathan Haidt joins Rory and Alastair to discuss all this and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time …
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137. Jacinda Ardern: Why I Stepped Down as Prime Minister of New Zealand
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1:09:19How should New Zealand navigate their complex web of alliances as the relationship between China and the US deteriorates? Jacinda Ardern was considered a beacon of hope when she came to office in 2017, how did she navigate this pressure? To what extent is politics about personal gratification and the pursuit of power? Alastair and Rory are joined b…
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136. Ed Miliband: Farage, Starmer and The Fight for Net Zero (Part 2)
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52:54How did Ed Miliband recover from Labour’s 2015 defeat and decide to remain in politics? Can the Energy Secretary win the argument for Net Zero against the likes of Tony Blair and Nigel Farage? Is it possible to be in politics and be a good parent? Sign up to Revolut Business today via: https://get.revolut.com/z4lF/leading, and add money to your acc…
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