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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: Join with a FREE TRIAL at therestispolitics.com for exclusive bonus content including Rory and Alastair’s first ever miniseries, early access to episodes and live show tickets, ad free listening, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members chatroom. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com. Social Producer: Celine Charles Lead Video Editor: Josh Smith Assistant Producer: Daisy Alston-Horne Producer: Evan Green Exec Producer: Chris Sawyer General Manager: Tom Whiter

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Recent Episodes

July 16, 2026

The Secret Security Threat The Government Don’t Want Us To Know

Host Rory Stewart interviews former British diplomat Arthur Snell and Lt General Richard Nugee about the suppressed national security threat of climate and nature collapse.

July 15, 2026

554. Burnham’s Worldview, Trump's Ceasefire Collapse, and Advising Count Binface

Rory Stewart and Alastair Campbell discuss Andy Burnham's political strategy, Trump's foreign policy failures, and offer advice to Count Binface in this interview episode.

July 14, 2026

553. Farage in Meltdown and The Killing of Ann Widdecombe

Hosts Rory Stewart and Alastair Campbell dissect Nigel Farage's political struggles and the controversial handling of Ann Widdecombe's death in this insightful interview.

607 total episodes available with 401 transcripts

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What is The Rest Is Politics?: 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: Join with a FREE TRIAL at therestispolitics.com for exclusive bonus content including Rory and Alastair’s first ever miniseries, early access to episodes and live show tickets, ad free listening, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members chatroom.

For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.

Social Producer: Celine Charles

Lead Video Editor: Josh Smith

Assistant Producer: Daisy Alston-Horne

Producer: Evan Green

Exec Producer: Chris Sawyer

General Manager: Tom Whiter
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Information about guest appearances is not available.

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