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    Racist Rioting Spreads From Belfast to Glasgow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 85:06


    Ignited by a knife attack in Belfast on Monday, racist violence continued in Northern Ireland while spreading to Glasgow, as minorities of many denominations were forced to flee for their lives. Plus: Defense Secretary John Healy falls on his sword, or lack thereof, citing insufficient defence spending. The Southampton rioters are read the riot act by their presiding Judge, and a look at the struggling fortunes of privatised education. With NoJusticeMTG & Steven Methven.

    Anti-Immigrant Violence Engulfs Belfast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 83:03


    Anti-immigrant violence erupts in Belfast following a horrific knife attack. Plus: The US launches multiple strikes on Iran in response to the downing of an Apache helicopter, and we speak to the mother of a Palestine Action activist, who was herself held in solitary confinement for five days. With Steven Methven, Aaron Bastani, Amanda Ferguson & Emma Kamio.

    Belfast Braces for Unrest After Horrific Knife Attack

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 90:42


    A horrific knife attack in Belfast threatens to trigger unrest in the city. Plus: The latest on the upcoming Makerfield byelection, a top referee has been denied entry to the US ahead of the World Cup, and a viral Jennifer Lopez clip sparks debate on who gets to be a New Yorker. With Aaron Bastani & Paul Holden. Novara's biggest upgrade yet:

    Israel & Iran Exchange Missiles After Deadly Beirut Strikes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 68:07


    Iran & Israel exchange missile fire for the first time since April, in direct contravention of Trump's orders. Plus: JD Vance has waded into the debate around Henry Nowak's death, and following his ban from the UK, Hasan Piker goes head-to-head with Lewis Goodall on LBC. With Steven Methven, Ash Sarkar & Richard Sanders.

    Four Palestine Action Activists Fight Secret Terror Link

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 84:26


    Four Palestine Action activists could be sentenced as terrorists under legislation being used for the first time. We speak to the author of a new report who's fighting back. Plus: Zelenski attempts to call out Putin for a face to face meeting on neutral ground. Finally, the Question Time Makerfield special has a notable absence. With Steven Methven & Aaron Bastani. ‘Britain's Political Prisoners' Report: https://ccccjustice.org/publications/

    Iran Bombs Key American Ally In The Middle East

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 76:40


    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.

    The Far Right Riots In Southampton

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 70:35


    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.

    Nigel Farage Calls Out “Anti-White” Police Over Murder of Student

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 79:15


    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.

    Mandelson's “Excruciating” Revelations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 70:43


    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.

    Netanyahu Says He Wants 70 Percent Of Gaza

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 47:06


    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.

    Britain Risks “A Lost Generation”

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 69:46


    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.

    Blair and Burnham Trade Blows in Row Over Labour's Future

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 70:22


    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.

    US Resumes Illegal War On Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 64:55


    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.

    The Most Powerful Man You've Never Heard Of

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 61:32


    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.

    Burnham Launches Byelection Campaign

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 56:11


    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.

    Migration Plummets As Starmer's Challengers Close In

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 57:26


    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.

    Supermarkets Revolt Over Labour Price Control Plans

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 62:20


    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.

    Burnham Pledges Downing Street Role for Ex-Labour Together Chief

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 72:39


    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.

    Bonus Interview: Are China's Leaders Are Smarter Than the West's?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 67:03


    Michael Walker speaks to Jostein Hauge about the rise of China as an economic superpower.

    Wes Streeting Is Sabotaging Burnham's By-Election

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 82:35


    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.

    How Burnham's By-Election Will Transform UK Politics

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 62:31


    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.

    Breaking: Labour Together MP Quits Seat for Andy Burnham

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 83:10


    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.

    CONFIRMED: Wes Streeting Is Making His Move

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 62:17


    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

    Starmer Still Clinging on After Mass Resignations

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 73:57


    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.

    Over Fifty Labour MPs Call for Starmer's Resignation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 69:43


    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.

    “Don't Cry!” Labour Candidates Told Ahead of Election Devastation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 72:50


    Labour faces devastating results as voters go to the polls for the local elections. Plus: The retrial of six Palestine Action activists has come to an end, Zack Polanski explains to ITV's Robert Peston whether he thinks Israel has a right to exist, and we interview an anonymous Google Deepmind worker on the unionization effort within the company's UK department. With NoJusticeMTG, Dalia Gebrial & Steven Methven.

    Labour Facing Wipeout, Launches “Project Fear” Against Greens

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 58:11


    Labour and the Tories are expected to take a beating in the local elections. Reform is set to make big gains across England and Wales, but London is expecting a Green surge. Plus: Why China is more Communist than you think. With Michael Walker & Aaron Bastani.

    Labour Weaponises Antisemitism Ahead of Local Elections

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 76:43


    It's 2019 all over again, as the media and a desperate Labour party weaponise antisemitism against the left once more. Plus: Organisers of anti-genocide marches hit back at Met Commissioner Mark Rowley over misinformation; and some people will say anything to make you believe all criticism of Israel is antisemitism. With Aaron Bastani & Michael Walker.

    Met Police Chief Condemns Zack Polanski After North London Knife Attack

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 63:33


    Zack Polanski has apologised to the Metropolitan Police for a retweet he made in response to the horrific knife attack on two Jewish men in North London. Plus: King Charles has got on the wrong side of two famous New Yorkers, for May Day – we take a look at the history of the weekend and the workers' movements behind it, Francis Fukuyama weighs in on the rise of China, and Bernie Sanders continues his campaign against AI. With Michael Walker, Michael Mezzatesta, and Joe Ryle.

    Keir Starmer Heckled by Protesters Following Horrific Knife Attack on Jewish Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 74:10


    Keir Starmer has been accused of failing to combat antisemitism following a horrific knife attack on two Jewish men in North London. Plus: The US plans further military action in Iran, Israel detains 175 activists from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla off the coast of Crete, and Reform's Scottish leader has been branded “tone-deaf” for boasting about his multiple yachts. With NoJusticeMTG & Banseka Kayembe.

    America's Special Relationship Is With Israel Not U.K, Ambassador Admits

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 60:16


    King Charles is charming Trump in Washington, and two men have been stabbed in an antisemitic attack in Golders Green, London. Plus: We speak to Green party deputy Mothin Ali, economist Laurie MacFarlane about rent caps and the UAE is leaving OPEC… Is this the end of the oil cartel?

    Starmer on the Ropes Over Questions of Dishonesty

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 90:07


    Keir Starmer could face an inquiry into whether he deliberately misled Parliament over the appointment of Peter Mandelson.  Plus: We speak to Mayor of Tower Hamlets Lutfur Rahman about running a left-wing local council, and Welsh campaigner Elbashir Idris speaks about his recent run-in with Reform UK's Arron Banks. With Aaron Bastani & James Butler.

    Donald Trump Survives Third Shooter Assassination Attempt

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 72:34


    Donald Trump survives a third shooter assassination attempt. Plus: Green MP Hannah Spencer ignites an almighty row over MPs' drinking culture, Russell Brand gets lost in the bible on Piers Morgan's show, and we ask: can stealing be an act of political resistance? With Steven Methven & Ash Sarkar.

    Trump Threatens to Expel Spain From NATO Over Iran War

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2026 67:29


    A leaked email from the Pentagon appears to show that the U.S President Donald Trump's Washington administration is out for revenge… Plus: We speak to leader of the Welsh Greens Anthony Slaughter. And Sami Hamdi schools Valentina Gomez on Piers Morgan Uncensored. With NoJusticeMTG & Aaron Bastani.

    Israel Kills Another Journalist in Lebanon

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 66:07


    Journalist Amal Khalil has been killed by an Israeli airstrike, with Lebanese officials saying her team was deliberately targeted. Plus: Iran says it has started collecting tolls from ships in the Strait of Hormuz, the Peter Mandelson scandal just won't go away, IDF troops testify to widespread looting in Lebanon, and Russel Brand admits to having ‘exploitative' sex with a 16-year-old when he was 30. With NoJusticeMTG & Dalia Gebrial.

    Labour Cronyism Is Out of Control

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 69:37


    Zarah Sultana MP joins Steven Methven to discuss cronyism at the very top of the Labour Party. Plus: U.S President Donald Trump extends the ceasefire in his own illegal war with Iran; and how Zarah Sultana shook up parliament twice in the space of one week. With Steven Methven & Zarah Sultana MP

    ‘Just F**king Approve It' – Mandelson Saga Drags On

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2026 71:40


    Sacked foreign office head Olly Robbins has given some head-turning evidence to the foreign affairs select committee over Peter Mandelson's ambassadorial appointment. Plus: Questions arise over Trump’s erratic behaviour ahead of the Iran ceasefire deadline, and Does Britain even have a military strategy? With Aaron Bastani & James Schneider

    Starmer Savaged By MPs Over Mandelson Vetting Scandal

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2026 63:01


    Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been monstered by MPs in parliament today Peter Mandelson failing his security vetting… Plus: Palantir releases a bizarre – and pretty terrifying – 22 point manifesto; and Christians force a rare apology out of Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu… With Steven Methven & Harriet Williamson

    The AI Threat Is Much Worse Than You Thought | Nate Soares Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2026 88:25


    Is it time to pump the brakes on generative AI? Michael Walker speaks to Nate Soares, author of the book ‘If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies: The Case Against Superintelligent AI.’

    Starmer Accused of Lying Over Mandelson Vetting

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2026 78:27


    British prime minister Keir Starmer is at the centre of a storm after it was revealed that Peter Mandelson was appointed U.S ambassador despite failing his security vetting. Plus: Iran opens the Strait of Hormuz and US president Donald Trump publicly humiliates Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu With ‪Helena NoJusticeMTG‬, Steven Methven & Paul Holden.

    Donald Trump Announces Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 76:54


    US President Donald Trump has announced a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon – but will it last? And how does it impact the US – Iran ceasefire negotiations? Plus: The UK government is preparing worst-case emergency plans as the economic impacts of the US's illegal war on Iran intensify. With ‪Helena NoJusticeMTG‬, Dalia Gebrial and Joe Beswick of the London Renters Union.

    Pentagon Sends Thousands of Troops to Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2026 59:51


    The Pentagon is reportedly sending thousands more troops to the middle-east as Trump makes fresh threats to Iran. Plus: How Palantir is Colonising the NHS. With Steven Methven, Aaron Bastani & Séamus Malekafzali.

    UK Economy Hardest Hit by Iran War, Says IMF

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 63:21


    The IMF has warned that Donald Trump's war on Iran could trigger a global recession, with G7 countries being the hardest hit. Plus: Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez is strengthening his country's ties with Xi Jinping, a major Italian publication is at the centre of an antisemitism row after publishing a cover photo of an Israeli settler, a former British Police Officer has been stripped of his citizenship over Russia ties, and Donald Trump is trying to pretend he never posted an AI depiction of himself as Jesus. With Aaron Bastani & Kieran Andrieu.

    Trump Now Threatens to Block Hormuz Strait

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2026 73:12


    Donald Trump has pledged to escalate the economic pressure on Iran by blocking the Strait of Hormuz. Plus: Victor Orban has been trounced in Hungary's general election, and Tucker Carlson clashes with the BBC's Victoria Derbyshire. With Steven Methven and Barry Malone.

    Is Trump Turning The US Into A Pariah State?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2026 72:39


    Donald Trump's illegal war on Iran continues to isolate the US, as Keir Starmer says he is “fed up” with the President's impact on UK energy costs. Plus: Trump turns on former MAGA allies, Melania denies ever having known Jeffrey Epstein, a clash between Peter Hitchens and Zoe Strimpel reveals the divide between conservatives over the war on Iran, and the Greens are predicted to have another surprise victory. With NoJusticeMTG & Steven Methven.

    The US-Iran Ceasefire Is Already Faltering

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 65:35


    Between continued assaults by Israel on Lebanon, and mixed messaging from both Tehran and the White House, the US-Iran ceasefire is on increasingly shaky ground.  Plus: Reports from Beirut paint a grim picture for civilians, and why the illegal US-Israeli war on Iran could be the best thing that ever happened to Keir Starmer. With NoJusticeMTG & Dalia Gebrial.

    Israeli Attacks On Lebanon Threaten US-Iran Ceasefire

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2026 69:09


    Following his threat to destroy “a whole civilisation” if his demands to Iran were not met, Donald Trump has now declared complete victory, with Iran and the US entering a 2-week ceasefire. Plus: Esfandyar Batmanghelidj weighs in on whether that ceasefire can hold, and Aaron explains how China could come out on top from the war on Iran. With Michael Walker & Aaron Bastani.

    Iran Wants to Transform the Regional Order | Sina Toosi Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2026 43:15


    Following Donald Trump’s now-rescinded threat to kill “a whole civilisation”, Aaron Bastani speaks to Middle East expert Sina Toosi about Tehran’s strategic goals.

    Donald Trump: “A Whole Civilisation Will Die Tonight”

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2026 80:46


    Trump has threatened that “A whole civilisation will die tonight” if his demands to Iran are not met. Plus: Sina Toosi explains what winning would actually look like for Tehran, US and Israeli forces bomb a synagogue, and the BBC make an eyebrow-raising correction to their reporting on the war. With Aaron Bastani & Kieran Andrieu.

    Iran Threatens Retaliation Against Trump's Criminal Threats

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2026 62:39


    Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Iran's power plants in an expletive-laden Truth Social Post, and the U.S. account of its rescue of two airmen inside Iran raises more questions than it answers. With Michael Walker, David Wearing and Daniel Levy.

    Iran Shoots Down US War Plane

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2026 53:26


    Iran has shot down a US fighter plane. We ask whether a US defeat is on the horizon. Plus: Pete Hegseth has fired the US Army's top general. With Michael Walker & Barry Malone. Complete our audience feedback survey for a chance to win £50 worth of Novara merch: https://novara.media/survey Terms & Conditions: https://novaramedia.com/giveaway/

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