Two men who’ve been at the heart of the political world - former Downing Street Director of Communications and Strategy Alastair Campbell and cabinet minister Rory Stewart - join forces from across the political divide. The Rest Is Politics lifts the lid on the secrets of Westminster, offering an insider’s view on politics at home and abroad, while bringing back the lost art of disagreeing agreeably. Powered by Fuse Energy ⚡
The ascent of Reform UK is often framed as a grassroots revolt, but a deeper look at the books reveals a sophisticated financial engine fueled by millions in mystery donations. From crypto billionaires to opaque 'other' expenditures, the party is utilizing a startup mentality to bypass traditional democratic scrutiny and reshape British politics from the shadows.
Andy Burnham's national ambitions are on the line in a high-stakes by-election that could see him permanently sidelined. As Keir Starmer's team watches with calculated indifference, a failure in a safe Northern seat would destroy Burnham's credibility and reshape the internal power dynamics of the Labour Party forever.
Behind the golden elevator doors of the 1980s, a disturbing pattern of media manipulation and physical intimidation began to take shape. From tabloid-driven divorces to a shocking incident involving a reporter and a glass of wine, the origins of a specific brand of power are laid bare.
British graduates are now facing a de facto tax rate exceeding 50%, trapping them in a debt cycle that has quietly surpassed the American crisis. While the US relies on established bursaries and parental savings, the UK's rapid fee hikes have created a permanent class divide based on who can afford to pay upfront.
The UK property market has undergone a 400% surge since 1990, leaving wages in the dust and the 'property-owning democracy' in ruins. While previous generations climbed the housing ladder with ease, Gen Z faces a systemic lockout that threatens the very foundation of social stability.