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March 13 · 50 min
Is Donald Trump simply a mad man?
As the media increasingly turns against the war in Iran, even those publications that, until very recently, were criticising Sir Keir Starmer for not joining in with America and Israel's attacks, James asks if it’s a waste of time trying to figure out why Trump started this war - and what we should do if the President is simply mad. This episode was recorded on the 13th of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
March 12 · 1 hr
Farage and Badenoch U-turn on Iran - and Starmer slams them for it
Sir Keir Starmer has attacked Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage over their stance on the war in Iran, accusing both of U-turning on their support for Donald Trump. Could this be a turning point for Keir Starmer? And, the head of the Treasury Select Committee has warned that young adults in the UK face a “perfect storm” of economic challenges, as it launches an inquiry into student loans. What is it like to be a young adult facing today’s economic challenges? This episode was recorded on the 12th of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
March 11 · 1 hr 1 min
What Iranians think about Trump and Netanyahu’s war
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, a British-Iranian who was detained as a political prisoner in Iran for 6 years, has joined more than 100 Iranians living in the UK urging Sir Keir Starmer not to draw Britain further into America and Israel’s war in Iran. James speaks with his listeners across the Iranian diaspora and asks where this leaves us now. And, James is joined by former diplomat Arthur Snell, who’s first book How Britain Broke the World documented how the Iraq war helped fuel sectarian violence, regional chaos, and created the conditions which later fed ISIS. He discusses the war in the Middle East today, and his new book Elemental: The New Geography of Climate Change and How We Survive it. This episode was recorded on the 11th of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
March 10 · 1 hr
Why has the UK right failed to convince us to bomb Iran?
British public opposition to US and Israeli military action against Iran up ten points since last week - why have we got it right this time? And, why is our political and media establishment dominated by those who want Sir Keir Starmer to bomb Iran with Donald Trump? And, Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey says that King Charles should not go ahead with his scheduled trip to the US next month, during which he’d meet President Donald Trump, because of the president’s criticism of Starmer and his response on Iran. What should the King do? This episode was recorded on the 10th of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
March 9 · 1 hr 2 min
Tony Blair wants Britain to fight in the Middle East… again
Tony Blair - yes, disgraced Iraq-war orchestrator Tony Blair - has allegedly criticised Sir Keir Starmer for not joining Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu’s attacks on Iran. You can imagine James’ reaction - what was yours? Also James is joined by LBC reporter and presenter Henry Riley for the newly coined Riley’s Reform Round-Up, and speaks with Alex Tait, co-founder of the campaign group Reform Political Advertising, to hear more about why we desperately need greater transparency and accuracy in election advertising. This episode was recorded on the 9th of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
March 6 · 1 hr 2 min
UK media is pro Iran-US war… why aren’t the public?
It’s the seventh day of the war in the Middle East. President Trump has stated that, other than an "unconditional surrender", there will be no deal made with Iran. The UK’s corporate media is largely supportive of active British involvement in the war, but YouGov polling shows that only 8% of Brits feel the same. Why is much of the British media supportive of America and Israel’s war with Iran - and why isn’t this working on the public? This episode was recorded on the 6th of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
March 5 · 56 min
The Trump administration can't get its story straight on Iran
The White House press secretary has said President Trump’s decision to attack Iran was grounded in “feeling based on fact”. So, as the sixth day of the war in the Middle East rages on, the Trump administration continues to change its story as to why it even started this war. Why do you think it started it? This episode was recorded on the 5th of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
March 4 · 1 hr
Why did Trump really start this war?
James breaks down the latest from the war in the Middle East, asks why President Trump really started this conflict, discusses whether Sir Keir Starmer’s belittling by Trump is actually a very good thing and receives Washington Correspondent Simon Marks’ analysis. Also, James also speaks with Victoria Rose, a consultant plastic surgeon and one of the many medics who say they have been barred from Gaza after speaking out against Israel. And, James is joined by Usman Shah, the London man who was racially abused online after appearing on a welcome to Heathrow poster - and then met the people the trolls that did it. This episode was recorded on the 4th of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
March 3 · 57 min
How will the war in the Middle East end?
The US has warned of an "imminent" Iranian attack in the Saudi city of Dhahran, a major centre for the oil industry and where a US consulate is located. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump tells Iran it's "too late" to talk, adding their armed forces are “gone”. The death toll continues to sky rocket, and Trump has again criticised Sir Keir Starmer for initially denying access to British bases.How can anyone oppose Starmer’s actions thus far, and, more importantly - how does this war end? This episode was recorded on the 3rd of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
March 2 · 1 hr 5 min
Starmer agrees to support the US and Israel against Iran
Sir Keir Starmer "stands by" his decision not to join in with Israeli and US strikes on Iran, stating that the UK had learned lessons from the "mistakes of Iraq" - but has agreed to a US request to use British military bases for "defensive" strikes on Iranian missile sites. Has Starmer got this right? This episode was recorded on the 2nd of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
February 27 · 1 hr 2 min
From plumber to Parliament - the Green Party’s new MP
34-year-old plumber Hannah Spencer marked her victory in the Gorton and Denton by-election with an apology to her customers, saying: "I think I might have to cancel the work that you had booked in, because I'm heading to Parliament. Is something seismic happening in the Green Party? This episode was recorded on the 27th of February. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
February 26 · 43 min
NHS maternity care report: cover-ups, cruelty and racism
A damning report published on England’s maternity care revealed systemic problems, including bereaved mothers facing cruelty from maternity staff, shocking incidents of racism, and a lack of accountability. Hospitals that have caused harm to women and babies were often found to “cover-up” their mistakes, falsify medical records and deny bereaved parents answers. James’ callers share their experiences. This episode was recorded on the 26th of February. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
February 25 · 1 hr 1 min
Why are the Green Party doing so well?
Time to discuss the Green Party. No scaremongering, no lazy stereotypes, just these simple questions: Why are the Greens surging in popularity, and how are they reaching parts that no other parties can? Also, James is joined by LBC’s Washington Editor, Simon Marks, for a breakdown of Donald Trump’s longest State of the Union address yet, in which he claimed the US would see an “economic turnaround for the ages”. And, James speaks with Evan Edinger, the YouTuber whose video Something Very Strange Is Happening To London documents how the capital is being misrepresented online. This episode was recorded on the 25th of February. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
February 24 · 1 hr 1 min
The N-word at the BAFTAs
The head of the British Armed Forces and the Chief of MI6 have warned of the distinct possibility that Britain will be pulled into war with Russia. The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, said that Putin has already started World War 3. Why then, are we all so relaxed about it? And, the BBC has apologised for not editing out the n-word racial slur from its BAFTA Film Awards coverage, after a guest with Tourette's syndrome shouted it out when two of film’s biggest stars, Michael B Jordan and Delroy Lindo, were on stage. What should have been done differently? This episode was recorded on the 24th of February. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
February 23 · 45 min
What’s it like having special educational needs, but no support?
“I’ll ensure no child with special needs is left behind”... Sir Keir Starmer has set out a £4 billion package to reform special needs education, as he states that the current system supporting disabled children in schools “does not work”. James’ callers bravely share what it was like to be at school before special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) provision. This episode was recorded on the 23rd of February. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
February 20 · 1 hr 2 min
Will the Royal Family survive Andrew & why do we still believe in the Monarchy?
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew, was released from custody after 11 hours last night, following his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office in relation to the Epstein Files. Will the Royal Family survive this scandal? And, why do we even still believe in the Monarchy? This episode was recorded on the 20th of February. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
February 19 · 55 min
Police arrest Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
Today, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor (formerly known as Prince Andrew) was arrested by police. He remains in custody on suspicion of misconduct in public office. While the police searched several of Mountbatten-Windsor's residences for evidence, including the Royal Lodge in Windsor, the King released a statement saying "the law must take its course". James speaks with LBC reporters on the ground at Windsor, host of The News Agents Podcast, Emily Maitlis, who's landmark interview with Mountbatten-Windsor about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein set the tone for much of the journalism that followed, and Simon Marks, to hear how the news is being received in the US. This episode was recorded on the 19th of February. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
February 18 · 1 hr 3 min
Are weight-loss jabs bad for society?
In their election manifesto, Labour committed to increasing the minimum wage of 18 to 20 year olds inline with those over 21... however, it’s been reported these changes are being delayed. Is it fair for an 18 year old to be given the same minimum wage as a 50 or 60 year old? And, middle-class women in their thirties and forties make up the bulk of the over 2 million people taking weight-loss jabs in the UK, a study has revealed. Most pay hundreds of pounds each month for the jabs. Are these drugs really good for society? This episode was recorded on the 18th of February. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
February 17 · 1 hr 2 min
Labour overtakes Reform UK as the bookmakers' favourite - why?
Reform UK is no longer the bookmakers’ favourites to win the most seats at the next general election, according to new odds from Ladbrokes. This comes as a surprise to James, who asks why the Labour party appears to be doing so well. And, parents in Enfield, North London, have been told their children could be excluded from school if they are not fully vaccinated against measles, amid a recent outbreak. Should kids be excluded until they’re vaccinated? And, how do you handle a family member that is an anti-vaxxer? This episode was recorded on the 17th of February. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.
February 16 · 1 hr
How can you convince the UK public that war with Russia is a possibility?
The government has announced a crackdown on tech firms to protect children from harmful online content that could open the door to an Australia-style social media ban… but what is it specifically that makes social media so harmful? And, Britain and Germany’s highest ranking military leaders have made an unprecedented joint appeal to the public to accept the “moral” case for rearmament and the preparation for war with Russia. How can you convince the UK public that war with Russia is a possibility? This episode was recorded on the 16th of February. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.