The Rest Is Politics

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  • Alastair 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, engaging discussions on British and global politics. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes and live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestispolitics.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestispolitics. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.
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Episodes
  • 391. Trump vs. the World: Global Trade War

    391. Trump vs. the World: Global Trade War
    Apr 4 2025
    What happens next? Is this the start of a global recession? How should allies hit back? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestispolitics.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestispolitics. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy. Fuse are giving away FREE TRIP+ membership for all of 2025 to new sign ups 🎉 TRIP+ gets you ad-free listening, discounts, and early access to episodes and pre-sale tickets for live shows! To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit GetFuse.com/Politics ⚡ Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/restispolitics It's risk-free with Nord's 30 day money back guarantee ✅ For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Instagram: @restispolitics Twitter: @restispolitics Email: therestispolitics@goalhanger.com Assistant Producer: Evan Green Video Editor: Josh Smith Producers: Nicole Maslen, Fiona Douglas Senior Producer: Dom Johnson Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor, Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • 390. Question Time: India’s moment, Qatargate, and do young brits want a dictator?

    390. Question Time: India’s moment, Qatargate, and do young brits want a dictator?
    Apr 2 2025
    How should Starmer respond to the 27% of young people who would prefer to live in a dictatorship? Could India become a third power, rivalling the US and China? And, why do politicians never explain why they won't make certain decisions? Join Alastair and Rory as they answer all of these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestispolitics.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestispolitics. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy. Fuse are giving away FREE TRIP+ membership for all of 2025 to new sign ups 🎉 TRIP+ gets you ad-free listening, discounts, and early access to episodes and pre-sale tickets for live shows! To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit GetFuse.com/Politics ⚡ Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/restispolitics It's risk-free with Nord's 30 day money back guarantee ✅ For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Instagram: @restispolitics Twitter: @restispolitics Email: therestispolitics@goalhanger.com Assistant Producers: Evan Green, India Dunkley Video Editor: Josh Smith Producers: Nicole Maslen, Fiona Douglas Senior Producer: Dom Johnson Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor, Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • 389. Trump, Vance, and How the US Invades Greenland

    389. Trump, Vance, and How the US Invades Greenland
    Apr 1 2025
    America vs. the Arctic - is this the end for NATO? Should Marine Le Pen still be allowed to run for president? Will Australia adopt Trump-style politics, or can Albanese buck the trend? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestispolitics.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestispolitics. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy. Fuse are giving away FREE TRIP+ membership for all of 2025 to new sign ups 🎉 TRIP+ gets you ad-free listening, discounts, and early access to episodes and pre-sale tickets for live shows! To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit GetFuse.com/Politics ⚡ Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/restispolitics It's risk-free with Nord's 30 day money back guarantee ✅ For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Instagram: @restispolitics Twitter: @restispolitics Email: therestispolitics@goalhanger.com Assistant Producers: Evan Green, India Dunkley Video Editor: Josh Smith Producers: Nicole Maslen, Fiona Douglas Senior Producer: Dom Johnson Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor, Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    58 mins

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Great show

I enjoy this show. Both are very clever men and although about serious subjects , the show has a lot of humour

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Brilliant

Insightful and witty. Rory and Alastair make a compelling duo - the differences in their backgrounds, experiences and politics let them have real debates on hefty matters. They live the fundamental democratic principle that we can disagree strongly but respectfully, and that we can debate passionately with those we disagree with while remaining friends.

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Informed and Insightful

These two are perfect together and draw on years of political experience and more. Riveting, engaging and often humorous. Suits my politics and world view. Looking forward to more.

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podcast gets better and better

conversations from 2 different poles, always interesting, usually conversational. if I could listen to more podcasts as interesting and informative as The Rest is Politics, would tear up and leave the cesspit that is Twitter. So pleased that Rory now takes a more equal level of content with Alistair Campbell. this might sound trivial, but Rory, has speeded up his conversation and skips through his conversation, rather than having a slow and gravelly voice. A perfect combination of commentator, excellent subject, not necessarily all about politics. As an old hippy might say " keep on truckin." it is a term of endearment!

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Erudite and marmite

What a contrast, Rory always reasonable, Alistair passionate and unforgiving. I look forward to each new podcast.

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Enlightening and entertaining

Gives a different perspective on current events and great insights from people who have been at the heart of government. There is also often an interesting tangent on the international political scene.

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Informative, witty and thoughtful

If only more discussion about politics was as good as this how much better a place would we be in, instead of the mad tribal world of British politics we're all exhausted by. I look forward to it eagerly every week. Thank you Alistair and Rory.

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Titans in political thought

They should start writing books, on how to go about centrist thought, together. Based in radical centrism, start a real movement.

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A brilliant podcast

Highly informative and good discussions. Global topics covered. Intelligent debate. I listen every week.

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love the insight... thank you!

love the insight... thank you! Looking forward to more discussion in 2023. All the very best.

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