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574. Germany’s Political Disaster and Can the Lib Dems Fight Back?

As the far-right Alternative for Germany wins another regional election, wiping out the ruling Christian Democratic Union in former Chancellor Angela Merkel's own backyard, will Friedrich Merz face the same fate as Keir Starmer and lose his job? New polling shows that just 15% of ... Show More

48m 20s

Sep 22

573. Burnham and Carney vs. Trump, and the Diana Dispute

As Burnham meets Trump face-to-face for the first time at the UN General Assembly, will he adopt Mark Carney’s or Keir Starmer’s approach to dealing with the US President? With Carney receiving a standing ovation in the European Parliament and championing “deep cooperation” betwe ... Show More

51m 55s

Sep 17

The Greatest Threat Humans Just Can’t Stomach with Yuval Noah Harari

Episode 2 is available right now for TRIP Plus members. Sign up at therestispolitics.com What can the Aztec Empire's catastrophic failure to understand Cortés and the Spanish conquistadors teach us about the threat AI poses today? Why does Yuval Noah Harari believe our gut refuse ... Show More

43m 21s

Oct 2024

33. Why Are They Holding Harris Back?

Why are both candidates playing defence? Are Wall Street warming to Kamala Harris? Could the world handle an isolationist America? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more on The Rest Is Politics US. Become a Founding Member Support the p ... Show More

50m 41s

Dec 2024

47. Trump’s Cabinet Fiasco

What is going on with Donald Trump’s cabinet picks? Why are lawyers advising civil servants to flee the country? How is Donald Trump getting away with breaking federal law to meet with foreign leaders? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all this and more. Bec ... Show More

52m 37s

Mar 2025

71. Musk’s Tesla Nightmare & Trump’s Legal Reckoning

Can Tesla survive Musk’s politics? Will Trump win his battle with the courts? Is the US moving towards authoritarianism? Join Katty and Anthony as they answer all of this and more. Become a Founding Member Support the podcast, enjoy ad-free listening, gain early access to our ... Show More

42m 43s

Feb 2025

64. What is Trump’s Endgame?

Will America tip into recession? How did Trump 'play' Macron? And, what will the US achieve by signing a mineral deal with Ukraine? Join Katty and Anthony as they answer all this and more. The Rest Is Politics US is powered by Fuse Energy, a green electricity supplier powerin ... Show More

50m 4s

Jan 2025

54. How to Buy a President: Trump’s $500 Million Oligarchy

Will the Democrats land punches on Trump’s cabinet picks? Who will take the mantle for Republicans in 2028? How has Trump used the LA fires as a chance to attack the Democrats? Join Katty and Anthony as they answer all of these questions and more. Become a Founding Member Suppo ... Show More

53m 9s

Nov 2023

46. Arancha González Laya: The World’s Most Powerful Organisations

Are increased military budgets needed following on from Russia's invasion of Ukraine? Will Europe take the same approach to regulating AI as China and the US? What is it like being a woman in front-bench politics? Rory and Alastair are joined by former Minister of Foreign Affair ... Show More

51m 51s

Oct 2025

119. Has Trump’s Madman Diplomacy Worked?

Will Donald Trump have the patience to see the Gaza ceasefire through? Why is Trump urging a pardon for Netanyahu? How is Trump using tariffs to control the markets? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member: Go de ... Show More

57m 32s

Oct 2024

34. Why Republicans Are Coming Home to Trump

Has Harris managed to distinguish herself from Biden? Why aren’t young people voting for Harris? Why are moderate Republicans going back to Trump? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more on The Rest Is Politics US. Come see us LIVE Join ... Show More

42m 5s

Jun 2024

82. Wes Streeting: Labour, privatisation, and the NHS

Could privatising areas of the NHS save it? How easy is it to reconcile one's faith and sexuality? What is Labour's plan for health and social care? Rory and Alastair are joined by the Shadow Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, to discuss all this and m ... Show More

58m 41s

Mar 2025

73. Trump’s War Plans, Group Chat Leaks, and Vance vs. Europe

Will anyone face legal consequences for the group chat leak? What do the texts reveal about how US officials really feel about Europe? Is Trump actually boosting Europe’s economy? Join Katty and Anthony as they answer all of this and more. Become a Founding Member Support the ... Show More

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315. Question Time: Should we fine peopl...