Yesterday

132. The Mistakes That Led to Trump

How did the post-WWII trade system boost Western prosperity, and why did it later unravel? Why did 1990s globalisation hit working-class communities so hard? And, how did these economic shocks help drive modern populism and Trump’s rise? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci ... Show More

41m 29s

Nov 20

131. Epstein: The Race To Release The Files

Are Republicans breaking ranks over the Epstein files? Is the White House secretly cutting a Ukraine peace deal with Russia that Europe will never accept? And, is Trump turning U.S. foreign policy with Saudi Arabia into a business deal? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci a ... Show More

39m 30s

Nov 17

130. The Truth About Trump's Epstein U-Turn

Why does Trump now want the Epstein files released? Has he got nothing to hide? Or are there greater political factors at play? Joining Anthony Scaramucci this week is journalist and author, Stephen Sackur. Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week wi ... Show More

45m 5s

Sep 2024

319. TRIP US: The Only State Trump Needs to Win

*To hear the full episode, search The Rest is Politics US wherever you get your podcasts.* How far do voters trust Donald Trump? Should the US have mass deportations? Are Republicans really better for the economy? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these q ... Show More

6m 54s

Sep 2024

316. Why Kamala Harris Still Has a Problem

What does Kamala Harris need to do next? How would Republicans react to a Trump loss? Would Harris ever debate Trump on Fox News? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more on The Rest Is Politics US. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fus ... Show More

39m 32s

Jul 2024

Enthusiasm Avalanche (feat. Dina Nina)

<p>Wednesday, July 31st 2024</p><p>Today, the head of Project 2025 has stepped down in an apparent attempt to distance itself from Donald Trump; Kamala Harris and her yet to be named VP pick will hit the campaign trail next week; JD Vance has a long history of disparaging people ... Show More

53m 27s

Jan 2025

Friday Roundup: More Hearings And Trump's First Two Weeks In Office

Kash Patel, Trump's pick to lead the FBI, and Tulsi Gabbard, his nominee for intelligence chief, had their hearings on Capitol Hill. Will they be confirmed? Then, a look back at President Trump's first two weeks in office. This episode: White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram, j ... Show More

26m 38s

Jan 2025

365. Trump's Mafia World Order

How many ‘early warning signs of fascism’ are we seeing in the US? Has Trump delivered a fatal blow to America’s soft power around the world? Why does Alastair admire Prince Harry and his battle with the tabloids? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and mor ... Show More

53m 9s

Nov 2024

Election Results (Part 3): What Will Trump (And Harris) Do Now?

Donald Trump has become the 47th, as well as the 45th President. But the question is this: what will actually change when his new term begins? The team assemble to separate the fact from fiction - will he really declassify the JFK files and end the war in Ukraine on his first day ... Show More

39m 29s

Sep 2024

312. Is America Ready for Gun Reform?

How has Donald Trump tied him self in knots over abortion? Why is there a growing gender divide in politics? Has Kamala Harris reached the end of her honeymoon period? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more on The Rest Is Politics US. ... Show More

57m 17s

Oct 2

The Republican Playbook: Democrat Edition with Tim Miller and David Faris

As the government shutdown takes effect, Jon is joined by Roosevelt University Professor and contributing writer at The Nation David Faris, and "The Bulwark Podcast" host Tim Miller to examine Democratic strategy. Together, they explore what Democrats are hoping to achieve throug ... Show More

1h 12m

Feb 2025

367. Rory vs JD Vance, recording from Damascus, and Trump’s tariffs

Why are Rory and Alastair in Damascus? What’s going on with JD Vance? Has there been a twist in the German election? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy. Fuse are giving away FREE TRIP+ membership f ... Show More

1h 5m

Apr 2025

398. Question Time: Trump’s Plan to Overhaul US Diplomacy

Will Harvard win its fight with Trump? What caused Zelensky’s approval ratings to hit an all-time high? Which right-wing politician would Alastair swap places with? Join Alastair and Rory as they answer all of these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member f ... Show More

42m 42s

28. Why Kamala Harris Still Has a Proble...