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The biggest stories and guests from the UK and international left. Hosted by Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, Ash Sarkar, Steven Methven, Helena MTG, Dalia Gebrial and more.

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June 4 · 1 hr 16 min
Iran Bombs Key American Ally In The Middle East
1 fatality & 63 injuries are recorded in an Iranian attack on America’s staunch ally Kuwait. Plus: Reform continue to stoke the two-tier policing debate, inspired by the tragic death of Henry Novak. How enforceable is the NHS’s new ban on political symbols in the workplace? And Finally, the Global Justice Report reckons it can save the world with socialism, sounds like good news to us. With Helena NoJusticeMTG and Dalia Gebrial.
June 3 · 1 hr 10 min
The Far Right Riots In Southampton
Details of Henry Nowak’s fatal mistreatment by police are seized on by far-right agitators, culminating in violent unrest in Southampton. Plus: Peter Thiel’s latest attempts to construct a parallel justice system and what you can do to fight back. If Thornberry’s comments on Gaza weren’t enough to send your eyeballs rolling into the back of your head, it’s now Streeting’s turn to offer some ‘hot-takes’ to The Guardian. Finally, we take a look at Reform’s candidate for Makerfield attempting to answer for his past statements. With Steven Methven & Barry Malone.
June 2 · 1 hr 19 min
Nigel Farage Calls Out “Anti-White” Police Over Murder of Student
Henry Nowak lay bleeding in Police custody after they callously cuffed him, ignoring his pleading dying breath. As the British political establishment lines up to apportion blame along predictable lines, we take you through the facts. Plus: While Trump & Netenyahu bring out the handbags, Israel pledges to take over even more territory in Gaza. Has Emily Thornberry finally had a Damascian moment over the genocide? Finally, Andy Burnham rules out a general election should he take control of the Labour Party in June. With Aaron Bastani & Paul Holden.
June 1 · 1 hr 10 min
Mandelson’s “Excruciating” Revelations
A tranche of declassified files throw light on Mandelson’s time as US ambassador, revealing his true opinions on the “beleaguered & bereft” Prime Minister. Plus: Maitlis & Goodall clash over Tony Blair’s assertions over the inevitability of an AI revolution. Finally, after being banned by the UK government from attending SXSW Festival in London, we have an exclusive interview with Cenk Uygur, founder of The Young Turks. With Helena NoJusticeMTG & Steven Methven.
May 29 · 47 min
Netanyahu Says He Wants 70 Percent Of Gaza
With conflicts in the middle east at a crucial inflection point, is Netanyahu about to alienate his few remaining international allies with even more brazen bloodshed? Plus: After her estranged husband admitted to embezzling money to “bankroll the lavish lifestyle he craved but could not afford”, we ask what Nicola Sturgeon knew, and when? Can AI improve your mental health? The panel on BBC Question Time provided some unexpected answers… And finally, Chinese people account for a fifth of the global population, but how many individuals can you name? We highlight 3 you ought to know… With Michael Walker, Banseka Kayembe, & Laura Webster.
May 28 · 1 hr 9 min
Britain Risks “A Lost Generation”
The number of young people not in work or training (Neets) has risen to over 1 million between January and March this year, risking “a lost generation” by 2031. Why, and what can be done? Alex Grace, director of Operation Recomply, a documentary depicting the plight of the Palestine Action affiliated Filton 25, talks to us ahead of the film’s impending London premiere. Tickets available here: http://tiny.cc/qw74101 With NoJusticeMTG & Dalia Gebrial.
May 27 · 1 hr 10 min
Blair and Burnham Trade Blows in Row Over Labour’s Future
Tony Blair has waded into the Labour leadership debate, accusing Keir Starmer, Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting of putting the party’s future at risk. Plus: Reform face a threat from their right flank, and China repeals a policy from the 1950s in an effort to remove hurdles for migrant workers. With Michael Walker & Aaron Bastani.
May 26 · 1 hr 4 min
US Resumes Illegal War On Iran
As the US & Israel recommence their unsanctioned strikes against Iran and Lebanon respectively, we ask: why now? Plus: With local byelections going plumber-mad – is Makerfield the only seat Reform’s candidate would like a sniff of? And with temperatures setting records across the UK, we discuss the latest research on climate change. With Aaron Bastani & Paul Holden.
May 25 · 1 hr 1 min
The Most Powerful Man You’ve Never Heard Of
We speak to Sebastian Mallaby, author of ‘The Infinity Machine’, a biography of Demis Hassabis, to discuss the Google DeepMind CEO’s views and politics around AI. With Michael Walker & James Meadway.
May 22 · 56 min
Burnham Launches Byelection Campaign
Andy Burnham’s campaign for the Makerfield byelection is officially underway. Plus: Amazon’s UK boss says young people are not to blame for youth unemployment, Sadiq Khan goes head-to-head with Palantir, and the future of solar energy is looking a little brighter. With Michael Walker, Banseka Kayembe & Louisa Munch.
May 21 · 57 min
Migration Plummets As Starmer’s Challengers Close In
UK net migration has fallen by nearly half – could this be a much-needed political win for Keir Starmer? Plus: US military drones and jets encircle Cuba, Labour attempts to appease left-wing voters, and Donald Trump silences a Republican lawmaker over the Epstein files. With NoJusticeMTG & Ash Sarkar.
May 20 · 1 hr 2 min
Supermarkets Revolt Over Labour Price Control Plans
UK supermarket bosses are up in arms over the government’s plan to cap prices on key groceries. Plus: Paul Holden explains what Starmer’s inner circle knew about the now-infamous Labour Together investigation, and we speak to Sebastian Mallaby, author of ‘The Infinity Machine’, a biography of Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis. With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani & James Meadway.
May 19 · 1 hr 12 min
Burnham Pledges Downing Street Role for Ex-Labour Together Chief
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has been confirmed as the Labour candidate in the Makerfield byelection, promising Josh Simons a place in Downing Street as reward for standing aside. Plus: HS2 has been delayed yet again. Why can’t the UK get anything right? With Aaron Bastani, Michael Walker, and Mathew Lawrence.
May 19 · 1 hr 7 min
Bonus Interview: Are China’s Leaders Are Smarter Than the West’s?
Michael Walker speaks to Jostein Hauge about the rise of China as an economic superpower.
May 18 · 1 hr 22 min
Wes Streeting Is Sabotaging Burnham’s By-Election
Wes Streeting has invoked the B-word, and it’s not Burnham for once. Plus: We talk to Ben Walker, co-founder of Britain Elects and Senior Data Journalist at The New Statesman, about his predictions for the Makerfield by-election when adjusted for ‘The Burnham Effect’, legal chaos continues as reporting restrictions covering the convictions of four Palestine Action activists are lifted, while contempt proceedings brought against one of their barristers are chucked out on appeal. Finally, Richard Hames took to the streets at this week’s rally to investigate what, if anything, unites the Unite The Kingdom movement. With Michael Walker and Stephen Methven.
May 15 · 1 hr 2 min
How Burnham’s By-Election Will Transform UK Politics
With the Makerfield by-election starting pistol resonating through Westminster, is Andy Burnham going to be quick out of the blocks? After being barred from standing by his own party mere months ago, to being heralded as the man to keep Reform at bay, we chart the career of the man of the moment. Plus: We turn to a Development Economics expert to ask: what lessons can the West learn from China’s economic miracle, and could it only happen under authoritarian rule? With Michael Walker, Banseka Kayembe & Jostein Hauge.
May 14 · 1 hr 23 min
Breaking: Labour Together MP Quits Seat for Andy Burnham
Following disastrous local election results for Labour, Wes Streeting has resigned, releasing a statement on why he has lost confidence in the Prime Minister. Plus: Luke Akehurst pleads with MPs to leave Sir Keir alone, and Nadine Dorries is back on the airwaves and more chaotic than ever. With NoJusticeMTG, Dalia Gebrial & Steven Methven.
May 13 · 1 hr 2 min
CONFIRMED: Wes Streeting Is Making His Move
Wes Streeting is set to resign his cabinet post on Thursday and challenge Keir Starmer. But will he really take the plunge? And who will challenge him? Plus: Who should control the economy, prime ministers? Or the bond market? With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani
May 12 · 1 hr 13 min
Starmer Still Clinging on After Mass Resignations
As Labour MPs abandon the Prime Minister in droves, will they find a candidate willing to mount a challenge? Could it be Andy Burnham & can he even return to Westminster in time to become eligible? With Aaron Bastani, Michael Walker & Paul Holden.
May 11 · 1 hr 9 min
Over Fifty Labour MPs Call for Starmer’s Resignation
The Labour Party is in crisis following a disastrous set of local election results. Plus: Reform UK’s latest slate of racist councillors, and we discuss whether the Green Party is ready for power. With Michael Walker & Ash Sarkar.