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551. Will Farage’s Trumpian Resignation Stunt Backfire?

Is Farage's shock by-election gamble a Trumpian trick to bury the scandal over his finances? Why has the Murdoch press finally turned on Britain's most protected politician? Can Andy Burnham beat the media machine that swallowed Keir Starmer? Join Alastair and Mehdi Hasan as they ... Show More

47m 49s

Jul 2

550. Will Farage's Extreme Wealth Be His Downfall?

How has Farage become the highest earning MP, while still claiming to be “for the everyday Briton”? Has Farage become part of the establishment? And how much more is there to discover about Farage’s £5 million "gift"? Join Alastair and Cat Neilan, journalist at the Observer, as t ... Show More

51m 17s

Jul 1

549. Mamdani’s Wrecking Ball and the Rise of Anti-Migrant Vigilantes

Is Zohran Mamdani becoming much more than a mayor and effectively running a shadow presidential campaign through the candidates he's backing? How significant is Australia’s new centrist party and could something similar be done in the UK? Are the anti-migrant protests and vigilan ... Show More

45m 8s

Jan 2025

56. The Dawn of Trump’s America

How far will Trump go to reshape America - again? Will Trump’s executive orders survive the legal onslaught? Why is Trump’s new meme coin panicking crypto experts? Join Katty and Anthony as they answer all of these questions and more. Become a Founding Member Support the podcas ... Show More

1 h

Feb 2025

60. Trump vs. The Middle East

Is Trump using a "madman theory" in his foreign policy? How much are Trump's actions driven by a desire for attention and ratings? Will Trump’s tariffs lead to a trade war? Become a Founding Member Support the podcast, enjoy ad-free listening, gain early access to our mini-serie ... Show More

1h 2m

Feb 2025

62. The Truth Behind Putin’s Relationship With Trump

How has Trump re-written history - again? How is US society becoming “Russified" under Trump? Why is New York City’s Mayor being accused of corruption? Join Katty and Anthony as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member Support the podcast, enjoy ad-f ... Show More

41m 54s

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

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

Jun 2025

139. Speaker Kevin McCarthy: In Defence of Donald J. Trump

What 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 al ... Show More

1h 10m

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

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

Mar 2025

67. Trump’s War With Wall Street

Has Trump done irreparable damage with his tariffs? How is Marco Rubio becoming isolated? Why are the Democrats staying silent on their strategy against Trump? Join Katty and Anthony as they answer all of this and more. Become a Founding Member Support the podcast, enjoy ad-fr ... Show More

48m 43s

Jan 2025

57. The Man Behind Donald Trump

How has Donald Trump broken the law this week? Who is Stephen Miller, the man behind Donald Trump? Will the Democrats fight back? Join Katty and Anthony as they answer all of these questions and more. Become a Founding Member Support the podcast, enjoy ad-free listening, gain e ... Show More

1h 4m

392. Trump’s Rampage: The Fight Against ...