Novara Live

Supermarkets Revolt Over Labour Price Control Plans

Wed, 20 May 2026 18:28:23 +0000

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

Tue, 19 May 2026 19:09:09 +0000

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?

Tue, 19 May 2026 13:01:57 +0000

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

Wes Streeting Is Sabotaging Burnham’s By-Election

Mon, 18 May 2026 19:46:40 +0000

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

Fri, 15 May 2026 18:50:11 +0000

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

Thu, 14 May 2026 19:36:25 +0000

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

Wed, 13 May 2026 18:50:29 +0000

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

Tue, 12 May 2026 19:15:11 +0000

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

Mon, 11 May 2026 18:38:48 +0000

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

Thu, 07 May 2026 18:50:39 +0000

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

Wed, 06 May 2026 19:24:26 +0000

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

Tue, 05 May 2026 20:04:55 +0000

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

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:53:28 +0000

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

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:31:49 +0000

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

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:10:35 +0000

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

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:47:12 +0000

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

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:54:32 +0000

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

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:46:08 +0000

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

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:22:50 +0000

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

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:40:37 +0000

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

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:07:13 +0000

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

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:48:10 +0000

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

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:06:51 +0000

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

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:53:18 +0000

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

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:54:55 +0000

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

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:51:51 +0000

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

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:19:04 +0000

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

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:00:39 +0000

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?

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:48:35 +0000

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

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:35:19 +0000

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

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:29:41 +0000

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

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:44:07 +0000

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”

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:21:49 +0000

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

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:49:59 +0000

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

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:15:05 +0000

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.

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Oil Prices Skyrocket As Trump Threatens More Strikes on Iran

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:22:18 +0000

Trump has threatened more strikes on Iran, oil prices skyrocketed in response.

Plus: Reform have pitched themselves squarely at pensioners in a recent press conference, Labour’s disability cuts are coming in just 4 days, and we talk about the fundamentalist religious theocracy that has the world in its grip; the USA.

With NoJusticeMTG and Dalia Gebrial.

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Trump Says War Over in Two to Three Weeks

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:34:37 +0000

Trump says the “job in Iran” could be finished within 2 or 3 weeks.

Plus: We interview The Plaid Cymru leader Rhun ap Iorwerth, and the case for Chinese leadership and a new world order.

With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani & Rhun ap Iorwerth

Israel Passes Apartheid Death Penalty For Palestinians

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:30:19 +0000

The Knesset has passed a bill making it near-compulsory to impose the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of acts of terrorism resulting in the death of an Israeli.

Plus: Trump says US allies should “just take” oil from the Strait of Hormuz, we discuss Iranian monarchism amongst the diaspora, and youth support for Reform falls to just 8%.

With Aaron Bastani & Kieran Andrieu.

Trump Threatens to Destroy Iran’s Water Supply | With Abby Martin

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:24:26 +0000

Donald Trump insists that positive talks are happening to end the illegal war in Iran

Plus: Israel admits using a fake photo of the journalist they murdered, and Abby Martin discusses her documentary ‘Earth’s Greatest Enemy’.

With Michael Walker & Abby Martin.

Trump Folds Again, Announces 10-Day Extension To Ultimatum

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 19:33:12 +0000

Donald Trump has extended his ultimatum to Iran, now threatening to bomb energy and desalination plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not opened within 10 days rather than 48 hours.

Plus: The New World Happiness Report suggests that English-speaking countries are among the most miserable in the world, and Novara’s Steven Methven reports on his time in Havana.

With Michael Walker, Robert Malley & Banseka Kayembe.

Bonus Interview: Dependence on America has Made Britain Weak | With Angus Hanton

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:28 +0000

As Trump repeatedly tries to draw the UK into the war on Iran, Aaron Bastani catches up with Angus Hanton, author of ‘Vassal State: How America Runs Britain’.

Trump Lashes Out at NATO Allies Over War on Iran

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:30:14 +0000

Trump says U.S.’s NATO allies have done “absolutely nothing” to aid the illegal war on Iran.

Plus: A man filmed ‘Intimidating’ Al Jazeera Journalists in Golders Green is a Met police officer, does the UK need a ‘DOGE of the Left’?, and a huge blow for big tech.

With Helena (NoJusticeMTG) & Curtis Daly.

Iran Mocks Trump, Says US “Negotiating With Itself”

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:43:50 +0000

“Someone like us will never come to terms with someone like you,” says Iranian military spokesperson.

Plus: What the West gets wrong about Iran’s nuclear ambitions, and Americans don’t know where Iran is.

With Micahel Walker, Helena(NoJusticeMTG) & Professor Sina Azodi.

Trump Ditches Steve Witkoff For JD Vance In Iran Talks

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:52:17 +0000

As Pakistan hosts peace talks between the US and Iran, JD Vance has been touted for a new role in the negotiations.

Plus: Rachel Reeves outlines her plan to deal with soaring energy costs, Steven Methven reports from Havana amid a blackout, and an interview with Ted Cruz suggests that Republicans have given up on America.

With Aaron Bastani, Kieran Andrieu & Angus Hanton.

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Bonus Interview: Iran Trump Has Made Iran Stronger

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:00:46 +0000

Michael Walker speaks to Journalist and Author Hooman Majd about Donald Trump’s repeated failures as he wages war on Iran.

Trump Walks Back Threat to Bomb Iran’s Power Plants

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 19:30:12 +0000

Trump backtracks on Iran threat as “very good conversations” have been had…

Plus: We interview Hooman Majd on whether Iran’s deterrence strategy is working, and Liberal Centrists have lost the argument on Israel.

With Michael Walker and Barry Malone.

Bonus Interview: Esfandyar Batmanghelidj on Why the US Will Lose the Economic War With Iran

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 10:00:38 +0000

As the US weighs up a complete takeover of Kharg Island, Michael Walker speaks to analyst Esfandyar Batmanghelidj about why Trump has bitten off more than he can chew in the Middle East.

IRAN: UK Support To US Is Act Of AGGRESSION

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 19:25:30 +0000

The Iranian foreign minister has warned that letting the US use British bases constitutes “participation in aggression”.

Plus: Trump is considering a complete takeover of Kharg Island, and Steven Methven reports from Havana amid the illegal US energy blockade of Cuba.

With Michael Walker, Phil Miller, Esfandyar Batmanghelidj and Richard Hames.

Trump and Israel Split Erupts Over Gas Field Attacks

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:49:16 +0000

A fracture between the US and Israel has emerged as the two countries begin openly briefing against each other over the war on Iran.

Plus: The illegal US blockade of Cuba intensifies, shadow minister Nick Timothy’s comments on Islam earn him an endorsement from Tommy Robinson, and Trump’s former counterterrorism chief hits out at Israel in a tell-all interview with Tucker Carlson.

With NoJusticeMTG, Andreas Krieg & Barry Malone.

Oil Price SOARS After Israel Strike World’s Largest Gas

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:34:33 +0000

Oil price soars after Israel strikes the world’s largest gas field.

Plus: Israel’s decapitation strategy in Iran.

With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani and Trita Parsi.

Iran’s De-Facto Leader Killed; Israel’s War Plan Explained

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 21:59:23 +0000

Israel has assassinated one of Iran’s most powerful leaders.

Meanwhile, a top Trump counterterrorism official resigns, accusing the Israel lobby of tricking the president into war.

Plus: We ask what Israel’s real strategy is, whether a ground invasion is coming, and if Netanyahu would use nuclear weapons.

With Michael Walker & Daniel Levy.

Trump Begs for Help to Re-open Strait of Hormuz

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:38:07 +0000

As the illegal U.S-Israeli war on Iran spreads violence throughout the Middle East, oil exports from the region have ground to a halt.

Plus: Why Trump’s war aims are looking increasingly untenable, and we ask whether Israel would use its nuclear weapons.

With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar & Annelle Sheline.

Pete Hegseth Loses It At US Media

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 19:16:50 +0000

A US refuelling plane crashed in Western Iraq, killing four US service people, Pete Hegseth has lashed out at the media for their coverage of the war on Iran.

Plus: Palantir’s alex karp predicts the future, we ask who benefits from the oil shock generated by israel and the US’s illegal war on Iran, and we take a look at how AI slop is trying to influence politics.

With NoJusticeMTG, Curtis Daly and Simon Childs

Israel Claims It Hit Iran ‘Nuclear Site’

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 20:02:38 +0000

The Israeli air force has claimed to have hit what they say is an Iranian nuclear facility.

Plus: Starmer takes the blame for appointing Peter Mandelson, Channel 4 airs Omid Djalili’s bizarre take on the war on Iran, and David Lammy seems to think he’s safe from the Green Party.

With NoJusticeMTG & Dalia Gebrial.

Trump Is Desperate To End Iran War, Three Ships Hit In Strait of Hormuz

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:39:32 +0000

The Strait of Hormuz remains blocked, for the most part, as war in the Middle East continues to rattle global energy markets.

Plus: Why the Iranian diaspora isn’t as homogeneous in its political views as we’ve been led to believe, and the first of the Mandelson Files are published.

With Aaron Bastani, Kieran Andrieu & Muhammad Ali Mojaradi.

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Trump Administration in Chaos Over Iran War Plans

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 20:14:40 +0000

It’s becoming increasingly clear that Donald Trump has no real plan for the war on Iran. We speak to Middle East expert Vali Nasr on how Iran’s response has surprised the world.

Plus: Reform UK can’t get its story straight, and Israel’s propaganda machine has been unusually quiet.

With Aaron Bastani & Kieran Andrieu.

Oil Price Spike Could Crash Global Economy

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:39:59 +0000

Global oil prices surge as Israel bombards Iran’s energy infrastructure.

Plus: Tony Blair tries to goad Keir Starmer into joining the US and Israel’s war on Iran, and Mojtaba Khamenei is announced as Iran’s new head of state.

With Michael Walker, Jasmine El-Gamal, Kojo Koram & Eskandar Sadeghi-Boroujerdi.

Trump Demands Iran’s ‘Unconditional Surrender’

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 19:23:59 +0000

Donald Trump has stated that there will be no deal with Iran without “unconditional surrender”.

Plus: Qatar’s Energy Minister has warned that the war will “bring down the economies of the world”, and the Pentagon has deemed Anthropic a supply chain risk.

With Michael Walker, Sina Toossi, David Wearing & Nate Soares.

How Far Could the US-Israel War on Iran Spread?

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:36:11 +0000

The Iran war widens…

Plus: Are the British cowards? The role of AI tool Claude in the illegal Iran war, and a US Marine veteran dragged out of senate for refusing to go to war for Israel.

With Steven Methven, Dalia Gebrial & Meghan Bodette.

Hegseth Says U.S. Will Have COMPLETE CONTROL Of Iran Airspace

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:43:34 +0000

Pete Hegseth insists America is winning the illegal war against Iran.

Plus: Could a civil war be brewing in Iran? Trump says the wrong Iranian leaders were killed, and Marco Rubio backtracks on the TRUTH About Israel

With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani & Sara Kermanian

The Illegal War on Iran Is Escalating… What Next?

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:13:09 +0000

The illegal war on Iran continues to escalate.

Plus: Why did the U.S. choose to start this conflict with Iran? Is the UK a vassal state to the U.S? And, the Greens leave Reform in the dust.

With Aaron Bastani & Kieran Andrieu.

The US & Israel’s War on Iran

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:52:17 +0000

Conflict continues between the US, Israel & Iran.

Plus: The narrative gaslighting around the U.S. and Israel’s war on Iran, and could Iran now become a failed state?

With Michael Walker, Kieran Andrieu, Annelle Sheline & Eskandar Sadeghi-Boroujerdi.

Greens THRASH Labour and Reform In HISTORIC By-Election Win

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 19:51:53 +0000

Green Party candidate Hannah Spencer has won the Gorton and Denton by-election by more than 4000 votes, with Labour coming in third behind Reform.

Plus: Why the mainstream media are repeating claims of “sectarian campaigning” and “family voting”.

With Michael Walker & Aaron Bastani.

Poll Shows Crunch By-Election Is Three-Horse Race

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 23:35:44 +0000

Reform, Greens and Labour, neck and neck in by-election

Plus: We speak to one of the six Palestine Action members acquitted by a jury, and Trump’s showdown with Anthropic is reaching worrying levels…

With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar

Keir Starmer Refuses to Release All ‘Andrew Files’

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 20:11:01 +0000

Prince Andrew labelled as ‘rude’, ‘arrogant’ and ‘entitled’.

Plus: Questions over whether Prince Andrew used RAF bases to meet Jeffrey Epstein, Labour’s dreadful student debt management continues, and should we fear civil war in the UK?

With Aaron Bastani & Kieran Andrieu.

BREAKING: Peter Mandelson Arrested

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 19:29:10 +0000

Peter Mandelson has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Plus: Labour ramp up their attacks on the Green Party Martin Lewis goes head-to-head with Kemi Badenoch, Sam Altman lays out a terrifying new vision for humanity, and BBC double standards at the BAFTAs…

With Michael Walker & NoJusticeMTG.

Interview with Paul Holden: The Conspiracy To Silence Labour Critics

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:36:47 +0000

Michael Walker speaks to journalist Paul Holden, author of ‘The Fraud: Keir Starmer, Morgan McSweeney, and the Crisis of British Democracy’

In this interview, Paul speaks out about the smear campaign against him by Labour Together, with the help of a shady US investment firm.

REVEALED: Mandelson Pushed For Prince Andrew To Be Trade Envoy

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 19:40:33 +0000

The former prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is out of police custody as new information about his relationship to Peter Mandelson comes to light.

Plus: We speak to journalist Paul Holden and Green Party candidate Hannah Spencer.

With Michael Walker & Barry Malone.

Prince Andrew Finally Arrested Over Epstein Links

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:52:50 +0000

Former prince Andrew has been arrested over the Epstein scandal.

Plus: Iain Dale’s bizarre interview with Zack Polanski, and Robert Jenrick takes aim at the Equality Act.

With NoJusticeMTG & Dalia Gebrial.

Reform Reveals Plan To Put Kids In Poverty

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:40:38 +0000

Reform’s push to put children into poverty.

Plus: Is “build, baby, build” making progress?, Big Tech’s arms race, and China flaunts dominance in humanoid robots.

With Michael Walker & Aaron Bastani

Farage Announces Reform’s New Tory Cabinet

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:44:50 +0000

Nigel Farage has unveiled Reform UK’s new ‘shadow cabinet’ – and there are a lot of familiar faces…

Plus: Keir Starmer performs his humiliating fourteenth U-turn, Labour peer John Mann accuses the Green Party of antisemitism, and Hilary Clinton claims the Trump administration is covering up the Epstein Files.

With Aaron Bastani & Kieran Andrieu.

Cabinet Minister Under Investigation Over Labour Together’s Journalist Smear Campaign

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:35:29 +0000

Labour Together’s journalist smear campaign.

Plus: The latest on Palestine Action, EU countries fall for hoax video of Francesca Albanese, and Former Norwegian PM in hot water following more revelations from the Epstein files.

With Steven Methven, Kieran Andrieu & Laura Webster.

Palestine Action Ban Ruled Unlawful

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 17:50:59 +0000

A high court has found that the proscription of Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation was unlawful.

We speak to the group’s co-founder Huda Ammori, who brought forward the lengthy legal process that has now seen the ban overturned.

With Michael Walker, Steven Methven & NoJusticeMTG.

Did Epstein Help Bring Down Theresa May for the Right?

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:51:44 +0000

Did Epstein try to bring down a Prime Minister?

Plus: Manchester United mogul Jim Ratcliffe called to apologise for saying the UK is ‘colonised by immigrants’.

With NoJusticeMTG, Dalia Gebrial & Alfie Potts Harmer.

Starmer Under Fire For Elevating Second Paedophile Apologist

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:34:11 +0000

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Starmer called into question AGAIN

Plus: Anthropic safety lead offers a chilling warning, and ‘Prince’ Andrew’s Ex In CARCRASH Interview.

With Michael Walker & Aaron Bastani

Interview: Expert Explains The Epstein Files: With Richard Sanders

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:00:57 +0000

Filmmaker and journalist Richard Sanders explains the lurid details of Jeffrey Epstein’s world, and how he held power over so many people.

Wounded Starmer Survives After Begging MPs’ Forgiveness

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 19:39:31 +0000

The pressure continues to heap on Keir Starmer

Plus: Wes Streeting reveals Mandelson Messages, an interview with Richard Sanders on Virginia Giuffre and the Epstein files, and Royal Biographer claims Epstein filmed a threesome with ex-PM & Ghislaine Maxwell.

With Aaron Bastani & Kieran Andrieu

Starmer in CRISIS As Scottish Labour Leader Says He Must Resign

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:21:35 +0000

Are Keir Starmer’s days numbered?

Plus: The implications of Epstein’s Mossad links are going mainstream.

With Michael Walker & NoJusticeMTG.

Police Search Two Of Mandelson’s Homes

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 19:27:09 +0000

Labour’s Epstein scandal rages on with MPs now openly calling for Starmer to resign.

Plus: We speak to Ukrainian playwright Olga Braga about her new play ‘Donbas’, Epstein’s bizarre emails to a Hollywood producer detail the late financier’s fascination with eugenics, and Elon Musk is back in the headlines for all the wrong reasons.

With Michael Walker & Steven Methven.

Are Keir Starmer’s Days As Prime Minister Numbered?

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 19:46:52 +0000

Is this the beginning of the end for Keir Starmer?

Plus: Morgan McSweeney’s tenure is called into question, the extent of Peter Mandelson’s connections is explored, and Epstein’s link to Palantir and Israel is examined.

With NoJusticeMTG & Dalia Gebrial.

Mandelson’s Disgrace Could Topple Keir Starmer

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:39:14 +0000

‘Mandelson lied repeatedly,’ says PM

Plus: Noam Chomsky’s DISTURBING relationship with Epstein, and Elon Musk caught lying in the wake of recent Epstein revelations…

With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani & Steven Methven

Peter Mandelson To Face Criminal Investigation over Jeffrey Epstein

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 19:32:52 +0000

Keir Starmer has given the Met Police a dossier relating to emails between Mandelson and Jeffrey Epstein.

Plus: Tony Blair’s appearance in the latest release of Epstein files, and Matt Goodwin’s ‘Britishness’ is called into question.

With Aaron Bastani & Kieran Andrieu.

Massive Epstein Files Release Exposes Mandelson, Prince Andrew, Elites

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:16:59 +0000

The latest Epstein files revelations.

Mandelson, Prince Andrew, Bill Gates, and Elon Musk, among others, have been exposed in the recent release of Epstein files.

With Michael Walker & Ash Sarkar.

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Interview: Why The West has Flipped On China, with Kaiser Kuo

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:48:49 +0000

Writer and musician Kaiser Kuo explains recent the vibe shift in the West’s attitude towards China.

Meet the Green Party’s New Candidate

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:55:38 +0000

We speak to Hannah Spencer, who the Green Party has picked to go up against Reform UK’s Matt Goodwin in the Gorton and Denton byelection.

Plus: Martin Lewis takes aim at the UK’s ballooning student debt, Kaiser Guo explains why the West has shifted its attitude towards China, and a Labour MP tears Konstantin Kisin on BBC Question Time.

With Michael Walker & Barry Malone.

“Stay Away From the USA!”: Sepp Blatter Calls for World Cup Boycott

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 19:23:55 +0000

Ex-FIFA President calls for boycotting the World Cup

Plus: Andy Burnham speaks out as the Gorton and Denton by-election approaches, yet another U-turn from the government, and Elon Musk pivots from cars to robots.

With Helena (NoJusticeMTG) & Dalia Gebrial

Trump Warns Iran “Time Is Running Out”

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:17:01 +0000

Trump warns Iran that he is ready to attack

Plus: Starmer visits China – a first for a UK PM since 2018, and the reality of workers being replaced by AI…

With Michael Walker & Aaron Bastani

USA At Boiling Point: The ICE Murder Backlash

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 19:32:39 +0000

Donald Trump has sacked his border chief, Gregory Bovino – but rage at the killing of a second US citizen continues to engulf the country.

Plus: Matthew Goodwin has been announced as Reform’s candidate in a forthcoming by-election, TikTok users report that anti-Trump content is being suppressed, and a certain right-wing conspiracy theory is back.

With Aaron Bastani and Kieran Andrieu.

ICE Agents Execute Another Civilian in Minneapolis

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 19:20:50 +0000

A second US citizen has been killed by ICE.

Plus: Andy Burnham blocked from by-election race, and Suella Braverman defects from the Conservatives to Reform UK.

With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar & Branko Marcetic.

Labour’s Desperate Attempt to Block Burnham Will Backfire

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:27:47 +0000

Keir Starmer’s allies have some questionable tactics up their sleeves to prevent a coup by Andy Burnham.

Plus: We speak to Meghan Bodette from the Kurdish Peace Institute about the future of Syria, new data suggests that liberal democracy is close to collapse, & Trump claims NATO troops in Afghanistan avoided the frontline.

With Michael Walker, NoJusticeMTG & Patrick Porter.

Trump’s Real Estate Scheme for Gaza Revealed at Davos

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:36:18 +0000

Jared Kushner reveals there’s no plan B for “peace” in Gaza.

Plus: Andy Burnham’s path to PM has become a step clearer, Zack Polankski calls for Palantir to have no role in the NHS, and Starmer defiant over Greenland.

With NoJusticeMTG & Dalia Gebrial.

Trump Demands Ownership Of Greenland

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 19:41:46 +0000

Trump gives speech at WEF as tension builds

Plus: Mark Carney’s powerful speech, Scott Bessant on the aims of sanctions in Russia and Iran, and John Mearsheimer is back to expose Piers Morgan.

With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani & Caitlín Doherty

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Euro Leaders Hit Back At Trump’s Greenland Threats

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 19:39:12 +0000

Emmanuel Macron is speaking out against Trump’s threats to annex Greenland.

Plus: The ceasefire between Syrian and Kurdish-led forces falters, only 5% of Brits think the UK should accept US control of Greenland, and the US state department intervenes over Palestine action arrests.

With Aaron Bastani, Kieran Andrieu & Elif Sarican.

Trump’s Tariff Threat Stuns Europe

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 19:29:53 +0000

Trump’s tariff punishment for Europe.

Plus: Netanyahu and Putin among the names for Gaza’s “peace board,” America’s right-wing influencers partying to Ye’s banned song.

With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar & Jonny Ball.

The Proxy War In Your Party

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 19:20:14 +0000

Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana are putting up rival slates of candidates for elections to Your Party’s executive committee.

Plus: The latest on ICE’s mass deportation campaign, an exclusive report into NHS spending on a controversial surveillance system that films vulnerable inpatients, and Donald Trump finally gets his Nobel Peace Prize – sort of.

With Michael Walker, Steven Methven, Jennifer Forbes & Max Shanly.

Trump Backs Down Over Iran Strike

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:44:41 +0000

The US weighs its military options in Iran.

Plus: Robert Jenrick sacked from the shadow cabinet, and the eyebrow-raising attempt at rewriting the history of October 7th.

With NoJusticeMTG & Dalia Gebrial.

The Maccabi Tel Aviv Row Could Bring Down A Police Chief

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:24:55 +0000

Confidence in the police chief lost after the Israeli fan ban

Plus: With interest rates rising, does the UK student loan system need reform? ‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’ director discusses the true story that cannot be forgotten.

With Michael Walker, Barry Malone, and Kaouther Ben Hania

Donald Trump Tells Iranian Protesters “Help Is On Its Way”

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 19:35:48 +0000

Donald Trump has again signalled US intervention in Iran, and an Iranian security official has estimated the death toll from ongoing protests to be 2000.

Plus: Concerns grow for the health of Palestine Action hunger strikers.

With Aaron Bastani, Kieran Andrieu & Séamus Malekafzali.

Death Toll Continues to Rise in Iran Protests

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 19:26:24 +0000

Protests in Iran reach day 16.

Plus: ‘Hypocrisy’ as everyone from Tommy Robinson to JK Rowling speaks out on Iranian protests, and Donald Trump vs the Federal Reserve’s chief.

With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar & Arash Azizi.

Protests Break Out In Iran As Trump Considers Regime Change

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 19:21:43 +0000

The US is threatening regime change in Iran amid anti-government protests. Ayatollah Khamenei has tried to dismiss these as the work of outsiders.

Plus: Donald Trump tells the New York Times that international law won’t restrain him, and Keir Starmer threatens to ban Elon Musk’s X over abuse images.

With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar and Eskandar Sadeghi-Boroujerdi.

ICE Agent Kills US Citizen, Protests Erupt in Minneapolis

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:03:22 +0000

Protests have erupted in response to the shooting of Renee Nicole Good by a masked ICE agent as Trump’s government scrambles to justify her killing.

Plus: The UK and France have agreed to deploy troops to Ukraine if a peace deal is reached with Russia, and Peter Mandelson has accused European leaders of a “histrionic” response to Trump’s threats of invading Greenland.

With NoJusticeMTG & Dalia Gebrial.

US Seizes Russian Oil Tanker in Atlantic

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 19:02:22 +0000

Russian oil tanker seized by the US

Plus: Trump says he’ll use force to take Greenland, and what does the future look like for Venezuela?

With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar & Gabriel Hetland

Labour Won’t Condemn Illegal Attack On Venezuela

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 19:23:33 +0000

The world reacts to Donald Trump’s attack on Venezuela, with the UK government refusing to call it a breach of international law.

Plus: A new poll has Labour dropping below the Tories.

With Steven Methven & Kieran Andrieu.

Maduro Says He’s “Still President” In New York Court

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:25:43 +0000

Following his kidnapping, Nicolás Maduro pleads not-guilty.

Plus: Trump warns Europe they’ll be next, and the insider who made big bucks betting on Maduro’s kidnap.

With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, and Juan David Rojas.

2025: The Year Labour Died?

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 19:24:25 +0000

2025 has been a rough year for Keir Starmer’s Labour, but was it enough to destroy the party? Plus: A fake AI Varoufakis is going viral, and Bernie Sanders has a message for the tech oligarchs.

With Michael Walker & Helena AKA NoJusticeMTG.

Putin Threatens Retaliation Over Frozen Russian Assets

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 19:17:25 +0000

Moscow has threatened to retaliate against Western companies over the EU’s move to freeze Russian assets indefinitely, promising a harsh response if those funds are used to support Ukraine.

Plus: Two protestors have been arrested on suspicion of chanting “globalise the Intifada”, and Trump’s chief of staff has given a tell-all interview on the chaos within the White House.

With NoJusticeMTG, Dalia Gebrial & Nai Barghouti.

Keir Starmer Says “Don’t Abandon Patients” As Doctor Five-Day Strikes Begin

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:20:27 +0000

Starmer calls The Doctor strikes “Utterly irresponsible”

Plus: Former Labour elected Mayor Jamie Driscoll joins the Greens, yet ANOTHER bad day for Keir Starmer, and GMP vow to clamp down even more on Pro-Palestine protesters.

With: Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar, Dr Thomas Cheliotis-James & Jamie Driscoll

Bondi Gunmen Motivated by Islamic State, Says Australian PM

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 19:48:23 +0000

More details emerge on the Bondi Beach gunmen

Plus: MI6 warns of a possible Russian war with Europe, and Donald Trump confirms his plans to sue the BBC for $10bn.

With: Aaron Bastani & Kieran Andrieu

Gunmen Target Jewish Community In Bondi Beach, Killing 15

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:25:02 +0000

Two gunmen have opened fire on a crowd of people celebrating Hanukkah on Sydney’s Bondi Beach, killing 15.

Plus: Resident NHS doctors have voted to go on strike.

With Michael Walker, Cody Dahler & Em Hilton.

Reform Now UK’s Largest Party, Overtaking Labour

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 19:26:09 +0000

Reform UK is now the country’s largest party, following the collapse of Labour’s membership.

Plus: The Guardian has revealed that last year Britain threatened to defund the International Court of Justice if it prosecuted Benjamin Netanyahu.

With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani & Juan David Rojas.

Venezuela Condemns “Act of Piracy” From the United States

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 19:36:12 +0000

Venezuela accuses the U.S of ‘piracy’ after they seized a Venezuelan oil tanker off the country’s coast.

Plus: Starmer’s House of Lords reform, and Bonnie Blue Says She “Stands With Nigel Farage”

With NoJusticeMTG, Curtis Daly & Luna Doom.

Starmer Pushes to Reform European Human Rights Law

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 19:36:30 +0000

Starmer wants tougher policing of Europe’s borders and reforms of the ECHR.

Plus: “High risk of death” for Palestine Action prisoners on hunger strike, and Australia introduces a minimum age for social media use.

With: Michael Walker, NoJusticeMTG & Charlie Winstanley.

Trump Says “Decaying” Europe Led By “Weak” People

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:36:40 +0000

In an interview with Politico, Donald Trump has dismissed Europe as a “decaying” group of nations led by “weak” and “politically correct” people.

Plus: Tony Blair has been removed from the Gaza peace plan following objections from Arab and Muslim nations.

With Aaron Bastani & Kieran Andrieu.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy in London to Hold Talks With Three of the Continent’s Most Powerful Leaders

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:36:40 +0000

Zelenskyy in Downing Street as peace talks continue.

Plus: The failed coup in Benin, Paramount interferes in the potential Netflix/Warner Bros deal, and Zack Polanski’s somewhat controversial reasons for why migration is needed…

With Michael Walker & Barry Malone.

Nigel Farage Now Accused of Racism By TWENTY EIGHT Former School Mates

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 19:40:10 +0000

Twenty-eight of Nigel Farage’s former classmates and teachers have said that they witnessed racist or anti-Semitic behaviour by Nigel Farage during the 1970s and 1980s.

Plus: The tech boss who wants to profit from your opinions.

With Aaron Bastani and Michael Walker.

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Labour’s Compromise With the Employment Rights Bill

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:25:25 +0000

Plus: Reform Party receives £9m donation, Pete Hegseth accused of a war crime, and Valentina Gomez stuns Piers Morgan with her extreme views.

With: Helena(NoJusticeMTG), Dalia Gebrial & Meg De Meo

Nigel Farage Laughs Off Any Idea Of A Reform & Tory Pact

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 19:23:30 +0000

Could Reform and the Tories create a pact?

Plus: The final Hillsborough report allows those responsible for the deaths of 97 Liverpool fans to face no consequences, the case for decolonising economics, and Hillary Clinton blames TikTok for young people’s views on Israel/Palestine.

With: Michael Walker, Tadhg Hickey, Charlotte Hennessy & Surbhi Kesar.

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David Lammy Pledges to Slash Jury Trials

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 19:36:20 +0000

David Lammy is expected to announce reforms that would see jury trials ended for sentences of three years or less.

Plus: Rachel Reeves is under pressure over budget “lies”, and we discuss Zack Polanski’s economic influences.

With Aaron Bastani and Kieran Andrieu.

Zarah Sultana Wins Your Party Conference Showdown

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 19:44:51 +0000

Your Party members are in favour of collective leadership.

With: Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar and Steven Methven.

Labour’s Latest U-Turn: Day One Workers Rights

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 19:38:20 +0000

Labour have been accused of breaking another manifesto pledge after watering down their workers rights bill.

Plus: The right-wing press are now panicking about emigration as well as immigration, and Rachel Reeves has been accused of misleading the public.

With Michael Walker & Aaron Bastani.

Has Rachel Reeves Broken Her Manifesto Pledges?

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 19:54:29 +0000

Rachel Reeves’ budget seems to have appeased the markets, but voters are less convinced.

Plus: Net migration has fallen to a four-year low, and we discuss the generational divide in UK politics.

With NoJusticeMTG & Dalia Gebrial.

Rachel Reeves Raises UK Taxes To All-Time Highs

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 19:21:23 +0000

Rachel Reeves’ Budget unveils all-time high tax rises

Plus: The government is preparing to scrap jury trials for most criminal cases in England and Wales, and the ‘deeply alarming’ Palestine Action case gets new judges.

With: Michael Walker, James Meadway & Steven Methven.

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Carer’s Allowance Crisis Leaves Hundreds Of Thousands In Debt

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 19:53:21 +0000

A new report into the Department for Work and Pensions blames repeated Tory failures for pushing hundreds of thousands of unpaid carers into debt and distress.

Plus: Why right-wing slop is taking over social media.

With Aaron Bastani, NoJusticeMTG, Dale Vince & Chris Bratt (PeopleMakeGames).

Labour to Scrap Two Child Benefit Cap in Budget

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 19:24:16 +0000

A revised Ukraine peace plan has been announced.

Plus: Looking at Wednesday’s budget – tax rises might be inevitable, Zack Polanski and Andy Haldane trade blows on the BBC, and Trump’s alliance with Mamdani is the only surprise from the weekend…

With: Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar & Daniela Gabor.

Will The Bond Markets Topple Rachel Reeves?

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 19:16:07 +0000

Rachel Reeves’ long-awaited budget is looming, as some speculate that bond markets could force her to revise it.

Plus: The former leader of Reform UK in Wales has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for accepting Russian bribes.

With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, Jayati Ghosh & Carole Cadwalladr.

Andy Burnham Isn’t Ruling Out Challenging Keir Starmer

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 19:35:09 +0000

Pressure continues to mount for Keir Starmer as Andy Burnham won’t rule out a leadership challenge.

Plus: New exclusive data shows how climate protesters, not the far-right, are being silenced, and Aditya Chakrabortty on whether a wealth tax will make much of a difference in dealing with inequality in Britain.

With: NoJusticeMTG, Steven Methven, Ayeshah Nashua & Aditya Chakrabortty.

The Knives Are Out For Keir Starmer

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:33:49 +0000

Starmer seems to be fighting for leadership survival.

Plus: Has the world already admitted defeat on climate change?, Donald Trump defends the Saudi Crown Prince over the Khashoggi killing, and is the whole truth finally going to come out about Jeffrey Epstein?

With: Michael Walker, Barry Malone, Murtaza Hussain & Laurie Laybourn-Langton

Shabana Mahmood Faces Furious Backlash to Asylum Overhaul

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 19:09:33 +0000

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has defended Labour’s controversial new asylum plans, with much of the opposition coming from within the party.

Plus: The Renters’ Rights Act is set to become law, Zack Polanski hits back at Labour, and we speak to British journalist Sami Hamdi about his detention by ICE.

With Michael Walker, Freddie Feltham, Tom Darling, Sami Hamdi, and Beth Gardiner-Smith.

Shabana Mahmood Announces Tough “Danish-Style” Asylum Plans

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 19:19:55 +0000

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has announced what she’s described as the biggest shake-up in British asylum policy since WW2.

Plus: MP Adnan Hussein has left ‘Your Party’, citing ‘persistent infighting’ as his reason.

With Michael Walker, Michelle Pace, and NoJusticeMTG.

Rebel Economist Says Everything You Know About Economics Is Wrong.

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 18:18:01 +0000

As part of a series of economics specials in the run-up to the Autumn Budget, Michael Walker speaks to Professor Steve Keen, who thinks that mainstream economics has got everything disastrously wrong.

Absconded Palestine Action Prisoner Speaks Out in Exclusive Novara Media Interview

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 19:30:02 +0000

We speak to absconded Palestine Action prisoner Sean “Shibby” Middlebrough.

Plus: The collapse of Starmer’s Labour continues, Kamala Harris is back on the airwaves, and a Tory MP has his feelings hurt by Aston Villa fans.

With NoJusticeMTG and Steven Methven.

Starmer In Crisis After Briefings Against Streeting Backfire

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:18:11 +0000

Keir Starmer’s position is looking shaky

Plus: Huge protests at the COP summit in Brazil, inside Sudan’s civil war and the role of the UAE, and revelations in Trump’s relationship with Epstein.

With: Michael Walker, Barry Malone & Joseph Sikulu

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Starmer Says “Racism Returning To Politics” In Bombshell Interview

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 20:07:40 +0000

The gloves are off as Keir Starmer accuses Reform UK of bringing racism back to UK politics.

Plus: A new ITV documentary features shocking testimony from IDF soldiers, and the BBC bias row continues.

With: Aaron Bastani & Kieran Andrieu.

Resignations in the BBC Over Allegations of Institutional Bias

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 18:14:37 +0000

BBC Director General resigns after “error of judgement” over Trump speech.

Plus: Jailed climate activist faces deportation, and Lisa Nandy stands firm on her stance surrounding the banning of Maccabi Tel Aviv fans.

With Kieran Andrieu, Ash Sarkar and Simon Lewis.

11 Arrested At Protests As Maccabi Tel Aviv Play Aston Villa

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:39:35 +0000

The much politicised Aston Villa football match against Maccabi Tel Aviv has gone ahead with fans of the Israeli team absent from the event. 11 people have been arrested at protests surrounding the event.

Plus: Four British prisoners accused of offences related to Palestine Action are on hunger strike over the conditions in which they are being held.

With Steven Methven, Aaron Bastani, Francesca Nadin of Prisoners for Palestine and Simon Childs.

Wife of British Journalist Arrested by ICE Speaks Out

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 19:22:32 +0000

The wife of British ICE detainee Sami Hamdi raises concerns for his health.

Plus: How Elbit Systems planted a story about Palestine Action, and the backlash over John Lewis’ latest Christmas ad.

With NoJusticeMTG, Dalia Gebrial & Soumaya Hamdi.

Zohran Mamdani Seals HISTORIC Win In New York City

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 19:22:43 +0000

Zohran Mamdani Elected NYC Mayor

Plus: Bhaskar Sunkara on the work that Mamdani can do now, and, would Labour have given Mamdani the chance to run for London Mayor?

With: Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar, and Bhaskar Sunkara

Huntingdon Hero Named As Samir Zitouni

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:24:51 +0000

The ‘heroic’ rail worker who risked his life to save passengers from a mass stabbing on a train has been named as 48-year-old Samir Zitouni.

Plus: A leaked report into BBC Panorama says that footage of Donald Trump’s January 6th speech was edited to make the case that he was encouraging the Capitol Hill riot, and New Yorkers head to the polls for what could be the election of the city’s first democratic socialist mayor.

With Aaron Bastani & Kieran Andrieu.

Suspect Charged In Huntingdon Train Stabbing Attack

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 20:21:44 +0000

A suspect has been charged following Sunday’s horrific knife attack on a train.

Plus: Wealthy Britons fleeing the UK to avoid tax may face a new settling-up fee, and the Campaign against Zohran Mamdani.

With: Steven Methven & Barry Malone

World’s Top Financial Journalist Explains Why Britain Is Broke

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:59:28 +0000

In tonight’s special episode of Novara Live we’re taking a break from the news cycle for a deep dive on Britain’s economy with world-leading financial journalist Martin Wolf.

Calls For Rachel Reeves To Be Sacked After Rental Law Breaking

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 19:41:06 +0000

Calls For Rachel Reeves To Be Sacked

Plus: Wilders’ far-right party and centrist D66 tie in Dutch elections, is the Labour Party dead? And the ‘Your Party’ drama continues.

With: @NoJusticeMTG & Dalia Gebrial

Israel’s Ceasefire Violation Kills At Least 104

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 19:09:06 +0000

The ceasefire in Gaza has been broken, again.

Plus: The devastation from Hurricane Melissa hits Jamaica, and The historian who thinks culture made capitalism.

With: Michael Walker, Mouin Rabbani, Mikaela Loach, Faiza Shaheen &

Anton Howes.

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Green Party Surges As Labour Hits Record Low

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 19:37:05 +0000

Green Party membership has surpassed 150,000 – more than that of the Lib Dems and the Conservatives. Meanwhile, Labour is polling at their lowest in history.

Plus: Agency workers hired to cover the Birmingham bin strikes may now go on strike themselves, and Elon Musk could leave Tesla over a $1 trillion pay dispute.

With: Aaron Bastani and Kieran Andrieu.

The Release of the Epping Sex Offender Shows Nothing Works in Britain

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 19:19:21 +0000

The bizarre accidental release of the Epping sex offender shows Britain’s institutions are failing.

Plus: British journalist Sami Hamdi, arrested by ICE for criticising Israel, Javier Milei wins in Argentina’s midterm elections, and Reform MP’s anger towards diversity in TV adverts.

With: Michael Walker, Curtis Daly & Ernesto Seman.

Labour Suffer HUGE Blow In Caerphilly By-Election

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 18:22:07 +0000

Plaid Cymru’s Lindsay Whittle has taken a historic Labour stronghold in the Caerphilly by-election.

Plus: Ireland goes to the polls to elect a new President, why Zack Polanski’s brand of eco-populism is infuriating the right, and we speak to Times Columnist James Marriott about the decline of reading.

With: Michael Walker & Aaron Bastani.

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Trump Says Israel’s West Bank Annexation “Won’t Happen”

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 18:23:32 +0000

Trump rejects Israel’s plan for West Bank annexation.

Plus: New polling shows that ‘wealth tax’ is gaining momentum, KCL withdraws a student’s visa sponsorship after pressure from a pro-Israel lobby group, and Zohran Mamdani and Andrew Cuomo clash in the final Mayoral debate

With NoJusticeMTG , Ash Sarkar & Harriet Williamson.

Why the Grooming Gangs Inquiry Is Collapsing Before It Started

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:11:10 +0000

A fourth survivor quits the grooming gangs inquiry

Plus: Reform faces big test in Welsh By-Election, the warnings about superintelligence are getting louder, and Andrew Marr gets hit by reality

With: Michael Walker, Helena(NoJusticeMTG), Dan Evans and Ben Cumming

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Prince Andrew Under Pressure To Leave Public Life Forever

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 18:49:51 +0000

Virginia Giuffre’s posthumous memoir has been published in the UK, putting Prince Andrew and his links to the paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein back in the spotlight.

Plus: The row over Maccabi Tel Aviv continues, former French President Nicolas Sarkozy goes to jail, and Zack Polanski takes on Robert Peston as the Green Party continues to rise in the polls.

With Aaron Bastani and Kieran Andrieu.

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Israel Violates Gaza Ceasefire, Killing at Least 99

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 18:24:35 +0000

Israel violates Gaza ceasefire… again.

Plus: The ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans continues to prove divisive, and Prince Andrew gives up royal titles as Epstein links increase.

With Ash Sarkar and NoJusticeMTG.

Starmer Attacks Ban on Israeli Football Hooligans

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 18:27:13 +0000

Keir Starmer has leapt to the defence of Israeli football hooligans, condemning a ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending an upcoming Europa League game against Aston Villa.

Plus: The government have failed to stop a legal challenge against the controversial proscription of Palestine Action.

With Aaron Bastani and NoJusticeMTG.

The Death Toll in Gaza Rises, Despite Ceasefire

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:21:56 +0000

The Israel-Hamas ceasefire is looking shaky.

Plus: Investigating the US and UK military industrial complex, and the union leader accused of harassment and heading up a ‘sexist boys club’.

With Michael Walker, Dalia Gebrial, Khem Rogaly & Simon Childs.

The UK Can’t Get Its Story Straight On China

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 18:22:05 +0000

Two men accused of spying for China

Plus: Trump’s trade war with President Xi, Piers Morgan sells himself to the highest bidder, and OpenAI delves into… erotica.

With: Michael Walker, Barry Malone & Kyle Chan

Israel Accuses Hamas Of Breaking Ceasefire, Kills Multiple Palestinians

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 18:31:51 +0000

Cracks have begun to show in the peace deal between Israel and Hamas as the Israeli military continues to kill Palestinians.

Plus: Rachel Reeves is under pressure to raise income tax in the upcoming autumn budget, and the government is accused of covering up evidence pertaining to a Chinese spying trial.

With NoJusticeMTG and Kieran Andrieu.

Israeli and Palestinian Captives Released, Trump Meets Leaders in Egypt

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 18:17:10 +0000

Palestinian and Israeli captives have been released.

Plus: Israel refuses to release Marwan Barghouti, and the Green Party reaches 100,000 members.

With Michael Walker, NoJusticeMTG, Andreas Krieg and Milena Ansari.

Can The Gaza Ceasefire Hold?

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 18:16:00 +0000

Thousands of displaced Palestinians are returning to the North of Gaza as Israel says a ceasefire is now in effect.

Plus: Donald Trump’s big Nobel Peace Prize disappointment, Keir Starmer’s trade mission to Mumbai, and the showdown between Zack Polanski and Zia Yusef on BBC Question Time.

With Michael Walker, Omar Rahman, Arjun Ramani and Curtis Daly

Israel and Hamas Sign Gaza Ceasefire Deal

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 18:46:01 +0000

Initial stages of the Gaza ceasefire begin.

Plus: Millions in the UK to pay even more for water bills, and guess who Robert Jenrick didn’t see on his trip to Birmingham?

With NoJusticeMTG, Trita Parsi, and Dalia Gebrial.

UK Set To Cave To Trump On NHS Drug Prices

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 18:22:13 +0000

The UK to hike drug prices to fight tariffs

Plus: Kemi’s speech at Tory Conference, and is Nigel Farage a fascist?

With: Michael Walker, Helena(@NoJusticeMTG), Nick Dearden & James Meadway

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Two Years Of Genocide: How October 7th Changed The World

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 18:39:11 +0000

Two years on from October 7th, we discuss how the world has changed.

Plus: The disaster that is the Tory conference, and why a Gen Z protest movement in Madagascar is taking on the government.

With Steven Methven and Barry Malone.

Trump Pushes for Urgent Ceasefire Deal As Israel’s Assault Deepens

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 18:31:10 +0000

Trump urges “fast” Gaza deal as famine and airstrikes intensify.

Plus: French PM resigns after less than a month, Greta Thunberg deported from Israel, and the Trump goon squads the UK Right wants to copy.

With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar, Daniel Levy and Olly Haynes.

Gaza Protests Vilified After Horrific Attack On Synagogue

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 18:27:59 +0000

Britain’s Jewish community is still reeling from the vicious terrorist attack on a Manchester Synagogue while worshippers celebrated Yom Kippur.

Plus: We speak to Green Party leader Zack Polanski, and the last boat from the Global Sumud Flotilla has been illegally intercepted by Israel.

With Michael Walker and Curtis Daly.

Israel’s Illegal Interception Of The Gaza Sumud Flotilla

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 18:55:52 +0000

Following the illegal interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla by the Israeli military, protests have erupted all over the world in solidarity with the activists now held by Israel

With Steven Methven and Dalia Gebrial.

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Trump Unveils Gaza Peace Plan Alongside Netanyahu

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 19:01:19 +0000

US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have appeared at a joint press conference in Washington, where they unveiled Trump’s latest Gaza peace plan.

Plus: Keir Starmer delivers conference speech amid dismal polling, and Owen Jones is banned from Labour conference.

With Ash Sarkar, Steven Methven and Paul Holden.

Starmer Calls Farage “Racist” As Labour Toughens Stance on Migration

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 18:37:02 +0000

Keir Starmer has labelled Reform UK’s pledge to abolish indefinite leave to remain for migrants as “immoral” and “racist”.

Plus: The latest from Labour conference, including the arrest of 66 people demonstrating in support of Palestine Action.

With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.

Starmer Faces Pushback for Digital ID Plan

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 18:42:48 +0000

Keir Starmer has announced plans to introduce mandatory digital ID cards as a measure against illegal immigration.

Plus: The US backs Tony Blair to run the transitional authority in Gaza, and terrorism charges have been dropped against Kneecap’s Mo Chara.

With: Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, Jasleen Chaggar (Big Brother Watch), Morgan Wild (Labour Together), and journalist Peter Geoghegan

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Will Andy Burnham Dethrone Keir Starmer?

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 18:30:42 +0000

Andy Burnham’s surprise bid to replace Starmer

Plus: Political violence is on the rise in the US, Trump shoots down Netanyahu’s bid to annex the West Bank, Nicolas Sarkozy sentenced to 5 years in prison.

With: Helena(NoJusticeMTG), Dalia Gebrial & Aseel Baidoun.

Italy Sends Navy Ship To Help Gaza Aid Flotilla

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 18:20:43 +0000

Italy sends help to the Global Sumud Flotilla.

Plus: Trump’s dramatic Ukraine switch, Your Party looks to re-launch their membership portal, and Nigel Farage can’t seem to detach from Trump.

With: Michael Walker & Barry Malone

Israel’s Ground Invasion of Gaza City Continues

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 18:45:54 +0000

Israel is ‘burning Gaza to the ground’

Plus: Epping hotel asylum seeker set for 12 months in prison after sexual assault, and thousands attend the funeral service of Charlie Kirk.

With: Aaron Bastani & Harriet Williamson

The UK Recognises Palestine

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 18:38:22 +0000

Plus: Reform’s plan to cancel indefinite leave to remain for migrants, Yanis Varoufakis on Israel’s attempt to smear the flotilla, TikTok replaces its entire UK safety team with AI, and Corbyn & Sultana hint at unity after legal row

With: Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar & Yanis Varoufakis

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Team Corbyn Reports Sultana to Information Commissioner, Left Implosion Continues

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 18:49:27 +0000

The division between Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana grows over the botched launch of a new left party.

Plus: TikTok has fired its entire UK online safety team, and we speak to Clive Lewis about the mainstreaming of far-right politics.

With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.

Corbyn and Sultana Clash As New Left Party Implodes

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 18:40:56 +0000

‘Your Party’ is in chaos over its membership launch.

Plus: The revolution that shook Nepal, the British tourist who became front and centre of it, and Jimmy Kimmel’s Charlie Kirk comments sees him taken off air ‘indefinitely’.

With: Steven Methven, Dalia Gebrial, Harry (Wehatethecold), Dr Chandani Thapa and Nepali rapper OMG Spark.

President Trump’s Historic Second State Visit To The UK

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 18:29:29 +0000

Trump arrives in the UK for a historic second state visit

Plus: Israel opens route for fleeing Gaza City, and messages from Charlie Kirk’s alleged killer are released.

With: Michael Walker, Will Sommer, Bhargav Srinivasa Desikan, and Mike Bankole

UN Conclusively Rules Israel Is Committing Genocide in Gaza

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 19:08:23 +0000

The United Nations has definitively ruled that Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.

Plus: More Tories defect to Reform, and Keir Starmer absconds from an emergency debate on the Jeffrey Epstein scandal.

With: Aaron Bastani and Steven Methven.

Over 100,000 People Join Largest Far Right Protest in Decades

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 18:29:51 +0000

Over 100,000 people take part in Far-Right protests over the weekend.

Plus: Danny Kruger leaves the Tories for Reform, Starmer aide resigns after sending horrific messages about Diane Abbott, and a wild call from a Fox News host on dealing with homelessness.

With: Michael Walker, Harriet Williamson, Sangita Myska and Georgie Laming.

Charlie Kirk Assassination Suspect In Custody, Named As Tyler Robinson

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 18:19:36 +0000

The primary suspect in Charlie Kirk’s assassination has been named as Tyler Robinson. The 22-year-old is in custody after being turned in with the involvement of his family.

Plus: Why English councils are handing over millions in incentives to private landlords.

With Aaron Bastani and Michael Walker.

Manhunt Begins for Charlie Kirk’s Killer

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 18:30:02 +0000

The manhunt for Charlie Kirk’s killer continues.

Plus: UK ambassador to the US Peter Mandelson has been sacked.

With NoJusticeMTG, Dalia Gebrial and Matt Binder.

UPDATE: A senior law enforcement official has contradicted the claim that “ammunition engraved with expressions of transgender and antifascist ideology” was found at the scene of Charlie Kirk’s assassination. The official told the New York TImes that those claims had “not been verified by ATF analysts, did not match other summaries of the evidence, and might turn out to have been misread or misinterpreted.”

NATO Forces Shoot Down Russian Drone Over Poland

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 18:16:31 +0000

Poland seeks NATO help after downing Russian drones

Qatar insists it has the right to respond following Israel’s attack, another attack on the flotilla in Tunis, and Keir Starmer forced to defend Epstein’s “best pal.”

With: Michael Walker, Barry Malone, and Bell Ribeiro Addy MP

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IDF Carries Out Attack on Senior Hamas Officials in Doha

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 18:57:05 +0000

Israel has launched a strike on Doha, claiming to have targeted Hamas officials.

Plus: An incendiary device has struck one of the ships in the Sumud Flotilla heading toward Gaza, with an eyewitness reporting that it was dropped by a drone and more.

With Aaron Bastani, Kojo Koram and Kieran Andrieu.

Mass Arrests Prove Palestine Action Proscription Won’t Work

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 18:44:17 +0000

Almost 900 people at Palestine Action protest over the weekend

Plus: Angela Rayner’s departure prompts deputy leadership contest, and Lucy Connolly Wheeled Out At Reform UK Conference.

With: Michael Walker, Ash Sarker, and Carolyn Gelenter

Angela Rayner Resigns, David Lammy New Deputy PM

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 18:22:03 +0000

Angela Rayner has resigned as Deputy Prime Minister.

Plus: Reform UK conference has begun; and the Chinese are unhappy with the EU.

With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.

Six Activists In Court Under Terrorism Charges

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 18:27:34 +0000

Six Defend our Juries spokespeople have appeared in court, charged under the Terrorism Act.

Plus: An interview with Kieran Andrieu from aboard the Sumud aid flotilla and Nigel Farage speaks to the US House Judiciary Committee on free speech in the UK.

With NoJusticeMTG and Dalia Gebrial.

Rayner Under Pressure After Admitting to Underpaying Tax

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 18:51:28 +0000

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has admitted to underpaying £40,000 in stamp duty, but says she won’t resign.

Xi Jinping has thrown a massive military parade in Beijing, Ed Balls is on the attack against Zack Polanski, and Graham Linehan has been ordered to stop tweeting after his arrest by the Metropolitan Police.

With Michael Walker, Barry Malone and William Hurst.

Rachel Reeves Under Pressure As Borrowing Hits 27 Year High

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 18:51:51 +0000

Rachel Reeves is facing additional pressure over her upcoming budget as UK borrowing costs hit a 27-year high.

Plus: An interview with newly elected Green Party leader Zack Polanski, and five of the lead organisers of Defend Our Juries have been arrested under the terrorism act.

With Aaron Bastani and NoJusticeMTG.

Anti-Migrant Protests & Racist Violence Sweep England

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 18:41:54 +0000

Protests outside migrant hotels continue as a spate of racist violence is being documented on social media.

Plus: Manchester Mill journalist Jack Walton explains his investigation on a ‘raise the flag’ activist with a prior conviction for illegally smuggling migrants.

With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.

Israeli Officials Banned From UK Arms Fair

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 18:39:15 +0000

Israel is claiming discrimination against after the UK disinvited its delegation from an arms fair.

Plus: A Labour MSP has been accused of planting a camera in a bathroom of the Scottish Parliament.

With NoJusticeMTG and Aaron Bastani.

British Council Building In Kyiv Hit By Russian Strike

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 18:19:00 +0000

Russian strikes on Ukraine’s capital Kyiv have sparked an international incident after British Council and EU buildings were damaged in the attack.

Plus: The IPC confirms that a quarter of Palestinians in Gaza are now starving.

With NoJusticeMTG, Dalia Gebrial and UNICEF’s Tess Ingram.

Labour Hits Historic Low In Polls

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 18:32:18 +0000

Labour have hit their lowest approval rating of this parliament – is the party heading for collapse?

Plus: An explainer on the war in Sahel, West Africa, and why the British right is now cheering on criminal damage.

With Michael Walker and Barry Malone.

Farage Vows Mass Deportation By Scrapping Key Human Rights Law

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 20:07:30 +0000

Nigel Farage has pledged to deport six hundred thousand people from Britain within five years if Reform becomes the party of government.

Plus: Israel has devastated Gaza’s Nasser Hospital with a double airstrike, killing dozens of civilians.

With Aaron Bastani and Kieran Andrieu.

Ghislaine Maxwell Loves Trump. Now She Wants a Pardon. With TrueAnon

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 17:26:32 +0000

The U.S. Department of Justice has just released a six-hour interview with Ghislaine Maxwell where she gushes over Trump. Her reward? She’s now been moved to an elite low-security prison. To talk about the Maxwell tapes, Trump’s relationship with Epstein, and whether we’ve learnt anything new about the elite paedophile trafficker, Michael Walker spoke to Liz Franczak and Brace Belden from the TrueAnon podcast.

Famine Officially Declared In Gaza City

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 18:18:55 +0000

A UN-backed body has recognised the man-made famine in Gaza City and the surrounding area.

Plus: Amnesty International weighs in on the proscription of Palestine action, and the row raging over inheritance tax.

With Michael Walker, NoJusticeMTG, Dan Stewart & Kerry Moscogiuri

Labour Faces Record Highs in Asylum Seekers Staying in Hotels

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 18:35:24 +0000

A record number of asylum seekers is compounding pressure on Labour.

Plus: Elbit Systems is close to receiving a £2bn contract to train British soldiers, and Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral bid shakes the establishment.

With NoJusticeMTG and Kieran Andrieu.

Migrant Hotel System In Chaos After Court Ruling

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 18:21:55 +0000

More councils in England to challenge asylum hotels after Essex ruling

Plus: Record pay rises for CEOs continue, the new documentary out this week on the Israeli genocide in Gaza, and chaos surrounds Kneecap’s Mo Chara’s court appearance.

With: Michael Walker, Lou Calvey, Luke Hildyard and Sepideh Farsi

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European Leaders Fawn Over Trump at Ukraine Talks

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 18:33:31 +0000

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his European allies have met with Donald Trump for a charm offensive.

Plus: Massive anti-war protests rock Israel, the ONS declares average rents in England to be unaffordable, and author Sally Rooney has been reported to the police over her support for Palestine Action.

With Aaron Bastani and Tadhg Hickey.

Zelenskyy and EU Leaders Brace for Meeting With Trump

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 18:34:29 +0000

Zelenskyy and EU leaders prepare for a crucial meeting with Trump.

Plus: UK CEOs offered their third pay rise in a row, Zarah Sultana’s opinion on Labour under Corbyn, and Sally Rooney vows to use BBC royalties to back Palestine Action.

With: Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar, Anatol Lieven & Luke Hildyard.

Trump Threatens Putin With Sanctions Ahead Of Alaska Summit

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 18:17:58 +0000

Donald Trump has confirmed plans to impose sanctions on Russia ahead of a key summit with Vladimir Putin.

Plus: Labour is losing former heartlands to the Green Party in council elections, and supermarket giant Iceland is offering a £1 reward to customers who snitch on shoplifters.

With NoJusticeMTG & Curtis Daly.

“Zionism at Its Best” As Israel “Buries” the Palestinian State

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 18:37:03 +0000

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich unveils plans to “bury the Palestinian state”.

Plus: Grenadian government drops its oath of allegiance to King Charles, Tucker Carlson’s interview with Agapia Stephanopoulos, and an Executive Producer at Al Jazeera speaks on the impact of their journalists being killed.

With: Dalia Gebrial, Micha Frazer-Carroll, Professor Gus John, and Laila Al-Arain.

Trump Meets Zelenskyy Ahead of Crunch Putin Talks

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 18:16:48 +0000

Zelenskyy and European leaders aim to increase pressure on US President Trump

Plus: A fourth summer heatwave sparks a proposal to protect workers during summer, and Israel plans forced displacement of Palestinians to South Sudan.

With: Michael Walker, Kieran Andrieu, Svitlana Romanko, and Shelly Asquith

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Cracks Showing In Labour Over Increased Channel Migration

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 18:42:32 +0000

Channel crossings are set to hit 50,000 since Labour came into power. Education Minister Jacqui Smith has called that figure “unacceptable”.

Plus: Trump deploys the National Guard to Washington, and a former royal advisor condemns the government’s proscription of Palestine Action.

With Aaron Bastani and James Butler.

Five Al Jazeera Journalists Killed by Israel in Gaza

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 18:30:34 +0000

Anas Al-Sharif is among five Al-Jazeera journalists killed by Israel.

Plus: Palestine Action protests lead to over 500 arrests, the right’s call for a British revolution, and Richard Madeley grills Labour over branding Palestine Action as terrorists.

With: Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar and Marji Mansfield.

Germany Blocks Arms Exports to Israel

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 18:19:16 +0000

Benjamin Netanyahu’s plan to occupy the whole of Gaza has sparked global condemnation, with Germany halting military exports that could be used against Palestinians.

Plus: An interview with Amazon Labor Union co-founder Chris Smalls on his time on the Gaza Freedom Flotilla and violent detention by the IDF.

With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.

Homelessness Minister Allegedly Cashes in on the Housing Crisis

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 18:35:05 +0000

Labour MP faces calls to resign in the wake of eviction claims.

Plus: European Commission Executive Vice President Teresa Ribera said Israel’s actions in Gaza “look very much like genocide’ and Novara Media investigates far-right protests on the rise.

With NoJusticeMTG and Kieran Andrieu.

Matt Kennard On The Truth About The UK Spy Planes Aiding Israel

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 18:20:33 +0000

The plan to occupy all of Gaza is gaining momentum

Plus: Rachel Reeves is on track to miss her fiscal target this year by £41billion according to a new report, and how the UK government lost £200 billion.

With: Michael Walker, Helena (NoJusticeMTG), Matt Kennard and Aydin Dikerdem

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Netanyahu Pushes To Occupy The Whole Of Gaza

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 18:46:19 +0000

Multiple Israeli media sources have reported that Netanyahu has decided to fully reoccupy Gaza.

Plus: What nearly half of Britons get wrong about migration, and how a member of the House of Lords urged ministers to crack down on Palestine Action at the request of a military tech firm.

With Aaron Bastani, Karl Hansen and Maryam Eslamdoust.

Farage’s ‘Lawless Britain” Claim Is Making Britain More Dangerous

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 18:20:30 +0000

Farage blames migrants for Britain’s descent into violence.

Plus: Hamas releases video of one of the surviving hostages, Rachel Reeves weighs in on Corbyn and Sultana’s new party, and Trump praises Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle ad.

With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.

Donald Trump Escalates Trade War

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 18:25:31 +0000

Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing new tariff rates, including on some of the world’s poorest countries.

Plus: The far-right are set to target another asylum hotel as Tommy Robinson is nowhere to be seen.

With: Aaron Bastani and NoJusticeMTG

Israel Fires on Starving Children in Gaza

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 18:28:30 +0000

The starvation crisis in Gaza continues as the IDF again fires on civilians collecting aid.

Plus: Calls to recognise Palestinian statehood cause international rifts, and British nurses prepare to strike if pay demands are not met.

With Steven Methven, NoJusticeMTG and Ola Amira.

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Palestine Action Co-Founder Beats the Home Office to Win Full Judicial Review of Ban

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 18:40:54 +0000

High Court allows challenge to Palestine Action ban to proceed.

Starmer’s Palestinian state threat backfires, Israel risks losing U.S. support and Corbyn tops Farage with Reform voters

With: Helena(NoJusticeMTG), Curtis Daly and Huda Ammori

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Keir Starmer Threatens Israel with Palestinian State Recognition

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 19:03:37 +0000

UK to recognise state of Palestine in September unless Israel holds to a ceasefire

Plus: Huwaida Arraf talks about her experience on the Freedom Flotilla, Handala and Kate Sim breaks down the online safety bill

With: Steven Methven, Kieran Andreiu, Huwaida Arraf and Kate Sim

EXCLUSIVE: Zarah Sultana’s First Interview Since Resigning From The Labour Party

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 22:23:09 +0000

Zarah Sultana speaks to Novara Media’s Steven Methven exclusively about why she resigned from the Labour Party, what the plan is with her new political party founded with Jeremy Corbyn, and how the left can defeat Nigel Farage.

U.S President Donald Trump Humiliates Keir Starmer in Scotland

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 18:25:18 +0000

Keir Starmer has been humiliated in his meeting with Trump.

Plus: an exclusive interview with Zarah Sultana on the New Left party; we speak to Robert Wright about AI; Gary Stevenson debunks media scares regarding a wealth tax.

With: Michael Walker, Rivkah Brown, Zarah Sultana and Robert Wright.

200,000 People Sign Up To Corbyn and Sultana’s New Party

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 18:17:17 +0000

Corbyn and Sultana’s new left party has seen a rapid increase in membership.

Plus: Doctors are on strike; Mehdi Hasan broke the internet; & the latest from Gaza.

With Michael Walker, James Schneider and Helena @nojusticemtg

UN: People in Gaza Are “Walking Corpses”

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 18:43:02 +0000

Gaza is facing ‘man-made’ starvation as Israel continues to block aid into the territory.

Plus: Corbyn and Zarah Sultana have finally announced their new party, the Epstein rabbit hole gets deeper, and The Nelk Boys backlash continues.

With: Dalia Gebrial, Curtis Daly and Alex de Waal.

Aid Agencies Warn Mass Starvation Spreading Across Gaza

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 18:25:05 +0000

Mass starvation is spreading across Gaza

Plus: Len McCluskey’s incompetence is being exposed and the Epping asylum hotel riots continue to escalate.

With: Michael Walker, Kieran Andrieu, Omar Shakir and Novara Media’s Polly Smythe

David Lammy Denies UK Military Support of Israel

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 18:39:02 +0000

David Lammy labels Gaza genocide as ‘grotesque’ but denies UK military assistance of Israel.

Plus: Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has reshuffled her cabinet, OpenAI and UK sign deal to use AI in public services, Nethanyahu promotes Israel’s genocide on a podcast and Hunter Biden’s wild interview.

With: Steven Methven and NoJusticeMTG.

Israel Launches Major Assault On Gaza As Palestinians Starve

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 19:17:01 +0000

At least nineteen people have starved to death in a single day in Gaza, while Israel launches new air and ground assault on Deir al Balah.

Plus: The UK water regulator faces abolition after review, and arrests are made following a protest outside an asylum hotel in Essex.

With Michael Walker, NoJusticeMTG, Dr Mohammed Mustafa & Matt Lawrence.

Israel Launches Major Assault On Gaza As Palestinians Starve

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 18:28:13 +0000

At least nineteen people have starved to death in a single day in Gaza, while Israel launches new air and ground assault on Deir al Balah.

Plus: The UK water regulator faces abolition after review, and arrests are made following a protest outside an asylum hotel in Essex.

With Michael Walker, NoJusticeMTG, Dr Mohammed Mustafa & Matt Lawrence.

Bombshell Epstein Report: Trump Threatens to Sue Wall Street Journal

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 19:15:33 +0000

Donald Trump is threatening to sue the Wall Street Journal after they published excerpts from a 2003 letter to Jeffrey Epstein.

Plus: The government plans to lower the voting age to 16, Diane Abbott is again suspended from the Labour Party.

With Michael Walker, Daniel Boguslaw and filmmaker Petra Costa.

Israel Bombs Gaza’s Only Catholic Church

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 18:37:48 +0000

Israel has bombed Gaza’s sole Catholic church, killing three and injuring a priest.

Plus: The Labour schism over welfare cuts continues, and why James O’Brien is wrong about the doctors’ strike.

With: Dalia Gebrial, NoJusticeMTG and Brian Leishman MP.

Emergency Conference In Response To Israel’s War Crimes

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 18:19:02 +0000

An emergency conference held in Bogota in response to Israel’s war crimes

Plus: A roundup of the various economic news surrounding Labour, hyperinflation is a real issue in Gaza, and Labour suspends multiple MPs

With: Helena (NoJusticeMTG), Curtis Daly and Frances Coppola

Afghans Offered Asylum in the UK After Data Breach

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 19:10:32 +0000

The government’s secret Afghan asylum scheme after deadly data leak exposed

Plus: Three general election opinion polls make for interesting reading, a Reform councillor takes a surprising stance on migration and a 12 year-old girl gets ‘punished’ for wearing a Union Jack dress to school.

With Aaron Bastani and Helena ( @NoJusticeMTG )

MAGA Fallout Over Epstein

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 18:21:52 +0000

The ‘non-existent’ Epstein list causes a MAGA fallout.

Plus: The banned Gaza documentary sees the light of day and police make more arrests over support for Palestine Action.

With Ash Sarkar, Kieran Andrieu and filmmaker Petra Costa.

Unite suspends Angela Rayner, Throws Labour Funding Into Question

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 18:43:05 +0000

Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner gets suspended by Unite the Union.

Plus: Green Party councillor Mothin Ali on why he’s standing to be the party’s deputy leader; UK Lawyers for Israel get watermelon badges banned in a NHS Trust; and Novara Media hits a pretty big milestone.

The One In One Out Migrant Policy

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 18:25:24 +0000

Starmer and Macron announce a ‘one in, one out’ migrant policy

Plus; Iran’s, apparent, growing threat to the UK, Francesca Albanese has been sanctioned by the US Government, and, Buying vs Renting, which one can save you £340k?

With Dalia Gebrial, Steven Methven and Lou Calvey.

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Wealth Tax Gains Ground With Overwhelming Public Backing

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 18:18:17 +0000

A majority of Britons are in favour of imposing a wealth tax on the super-rich.

Plus: Amnesty International has a new report into the networks of conservative groups trying to roll back our rights; French president Emmanuel Macron mentions Palestine in the House of Commons; and Elon Musk’s Grok has turned full nazi.

With Kieron Andrieu, Helena @nojusticemtg and Jonathan Portes.

Israel Plans to Concentrate Gaza’s Population in Rafah ‘Humanitarian’ Zone

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 18:44:17 +0000

Israel’s endgame for its Gaza genocide is now public…

Plus; What the Office for Budget Responsibility’s Fiscal risks and sustainability report means for you, Tucker Carlson’s Shock Interview With Masoud Pezeshkian and, where have the Epstein files gone to now?

With Aaron Bastani and Marcus Barnett

More Than 20 Arrested In Support Of Palestine Action

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 19:44:27 +0000

Arrests have been made following the proscription of Palestine Action Plus, Austerity looms for Keir Starmer, Tony Blair’s staff involvement in the ‘Gaza Riviera’ project and Yanis Varoufakis on UK politics, Palestine and the US. With Ash Sarkar, David Adler and Yanis Varoufakis

Corbyn Confirms He’ll Form New Party With Zarah Sultana

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 19:35:22 +0000

It’s here! Or is it?

On this Friday’s show – we’ll be discussing whether the rumblings of a new left party, the proscription of Palestine Action and more.

With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, Jamie Driscoll and Omar Abdel-Mannan

Rachel Reeves Fights To Stay On As Chancellor

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 18:27:39 +0000

Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ future is in question after the controversial welfare reform bill

Plus: A new direct action group has emerged in the wake of MPs voting to proscribe Palestine Action, and Nigel Farage on the current state of UK politicians

With Helena (NoJusticeMTG) and Mike Bankole.

Terrorists for Protesting Genocide? Parliament Votes to Ban Palestine Action

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 18:36:40 +0000

The Government will decide whether to proscribe Palestine Action

Plus: The chaos around the controversial welfare bill, The latest on the genocide in Gaza and Trump’s big beautiful bill is spraking an ugly debate.

With: Steven Methven, Curtis Daly and Huda Ammori

Keir Starmer Hits Career Crisis Over Welfare Bill

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 19:21:08 +0000

Keir Starmer is bracing for the biggest rebellion of his career as dozens of MPs are still expected to vote against the welfare bill.

Donald Trump and Elon Musk are fighting again as senators vote on the President’s ‘big beautiful bill’, and Israel has bombed a crowded Gaza cafe popular with journalists and activists.

With Aaron Bastani and Kieran Andrieu.

BBC Caught in Bob Vylan Glastonbury Controversy

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:38:51 +0000

Bob Vylan’s Glastonbury chant sparks free speech debate.

Plus: Keir Starmer is still facing a significant rebellion on changes to disability benefits, Peter Thiel’s worrying ambitions for humanity and Palestine Action say it will start legal proceedings to challenge the UK government’s plans to ban the group.

With Michael Walker, Helena(NoJusticeMTG) and Eli Adie.

Keir Starmer’s Leadership in Doubt After Backing Down on Welfare

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:07:07 +0000

Keir Starmer has conceded to Labour rebels, backing down on billions of pounds in welfare cuts.

Plus: Four people have been arrested in connection with a pro-Palestinian protest at RAF Brize Norton, and an interview with generative AI’s most prominent sceptic Gary Marcus.

With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.

Labour Revolt Over Controversial Welfare Reforms

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 18:52:10 +0000

More than 120 Labour MPs plan to rebel against the controversial welfare cuts.

Plus, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei issues a fresh statement, the Palestine Action documentary that could be illegal from next week, and the right-wing hysteria as Zohran Mamdani is victorious in the democratic NYC mayoral primary.

With Helena (NoJusticeMTG), Steven Methven and an interview from filmmakers Richard York and Hannan Majid.

Trump Goes To War With Pentagon Intelligence Report

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 18:21:38 +0000

Donald Trump is at war with the American intelligence community.

Plus: Keir Starmer is facing a massive Labour rebellion over benefit cuts; and socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani has won the Democratic primaries for the New York mayoral race.

With Michael Walker, plus interviews with Omar H. Rahman, Anna Landre & Waleed Shahid.

Trump RAGES As He Warns Israel and Iran

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 18:15:46 +0000

Trump accuses both Israel and Iran of violating the ceasefire

Also, The Guardian speaks out against the government’s decision to label Palestine Action a terror organisation, and a chilling phone call between an Israeli operative.

With Aaron Bastani and Kieran Andrieu.

US Airbases in Qatar Attacked After Trump Threatens Iran “Regime Change”

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 18:56:33 +0000

Tensions rise as Iran strikes a US air base in Qatar in retaliation for Trump’s attack on Iranian nuclear facilities.

Plus: Palestine Action ‘to be banned’ as a terror group and how Western politicians are trying to rewrite the history of Iran.

With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar and an interview with Paul Rogers.

Israeli Defence Minister Calls for “Mass Evacuation” of Tehran

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 18:28:36 +0000

Israel Katz has called for the evacuation of ten million people from Tehran “to destabilise the regime”.

Plus: Palestine Action have targeted an RAF base; and Parliament has voted in favour of the assisted dying bill.

With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani

Israel Discovers That Bombing Hospitals Is A War Crime

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 18:38:11 +0000

Israel say Khamenei ‘cannot continue to exist’ after hospital bombings

Plus: The UK’s potential involvement in Israel’s war on Iran, Tucker Carlson exposes Ted Cruz yet again, AI use is said to be damaging our brains, and; Nigel Farage’s surprise new meltdown

With Dalia Gebrial and Kieran Andrieu.

Ayatollah Khamenei Threatens ‘Irreparable Damage’ If US Joins War On Iran

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 18:17:52 +0000

Khamenei warns any US strikes on Iran will have “irreparable consequences”

Plus: OpenAI has signed a 200 million dollar contract to help the United States government, and; Mehdi Hasan once again schools Piers Morgan.

With: Michael Walker, Steven Methven and Eskandar Sadeghi-Boroujerdi

Trump Calls For ‘Real End’ To Israel’s War On Iran

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 18:42:43 +0000

Trump’s failed promise for the Middle East

Plus: 51 more Palestianians massacred while waiting for aid, a look into Baroness Casey’s report into group-based sexual exploitation and; the split forming within the MAGA campaign

With Aaron Bastani, Kieran Andrieu and Trita Parsi

Israel Bombs Iran’s State TV

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 18:29:18 +0000

Israel claims air superiority over Iran.

Plus: The media’s manufactured consent for Iranian regime change; and an inquiry into grooming gangs is launched.

With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar and an interview with Séamus Malekafzali.

Israel Attacks Iran

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 18:19:58 +0000

Israel’s attack on Tehran has killed scores of people and threatens to ignite a regional war.

With Michael Walker, Daniel Levy and Aaron Bastani.

Israel poised to bomb Iran

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 08:32:27 +0000

Israel threatens Iran with military action.

Plus: Yet more killings at Gaza aid sites, Zohran Mamdani surging in mayoral polls, and a third night of rioting in Ballymena causes even more unrest.

With: Dalia Gebrial, Ash Sarkar, and interviews with Amanda Ferguson & Aaron Eisenberg.

Billions Announced For Housing In Bid To Save Reeves’ Career

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 18:07:20 +0000

Rachel Reeves Unveils Labour’s New Spending Review

Plus: The Israeli government has been secretly arming criminal gangs in Gaza, riots in Ballymena, and French Tesla Drivers are suing Elon Musk.

With Michael Walker, Steven Methven, and Matt Lawrence

Tensions Rise As The LA Riots Escalate

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 18:36:54 +0000

President Trump has deployed an additional 2000 National Guard, as well as 700 U.S. Marines, as tension in LA rises

Plus: Climate campaigner Greta Thunberg has been deported from Tel Aviv,

With Steven Methven, NoJusticeMTG, and interviews with Rivkah Brown and Phillip Proudfoot.

How Trump Provoked the LA Riots

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 18:31:24 +0000

The National Guard has been deployed in LA to quell immigration riots.

Plus: The Gaza Flotilla ship has been captured by the Israeli army, the winter fuel payments threshold rises to £35,000; and the rise of NYC Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.

With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar

The Trump VS Musk Feud Goes Nuclear

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 18:29:22 +0000

Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s special relationship is well and truly over.

Plus: We speak to documentary filmmaker Jessi Gutch about her upcoming film on Britain’s political divide; and an AI model has been observed rewriting its own code to avoid being shut down.

With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.

Trump Travel Ban Sparks Global Outcry

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 18:24:37 +0000

Donald Trump has hit 12 countries with a US travel ban.

Plus: The UN Security Council has voted on a resolution calling for a permanent ceasefire; we speak to Rivkah Brown to discuss a Novara Media Exclusive on the UK Foreign Office clamping down on dissent; and Owen Jones slams Pro-Israel bias in the media.

With Kieran Andrieu, Rivkah Brown and NoJusticeMTG.

Corbyn Demands Inquiry Into UK Complicity In Gaza

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 18:27:38 +0000

Independent MP Jeremy Corbyn has called for a public inquiry into the UK’s arms policy and its role in Gaza.

Plus: What life is like for doctors in Gaza; Piers Morgan’s heated exchange with Natasha Hausdorff; and what everyone gets wrong about Reform.

With NoJusticeMTG, Curtis Daly of Turn Left Media and an interview with Feroze Sidwha.

Israel’s Second Attack On Palestinians Collecting Aid

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 19:30:19 +0000

At least 27 Palestinians have been killed in the latest attack on an aid distribution point in Raffah.

Plus: Why Gary Lineker’s final BBC interview was cancelled; and the debate over the future of Thames Water reaches boiling point.

With Aaron Bastani, Harriet Williamson and NoJusticeMTG

Starmer Bangs Drums of War in Speech at Arms Factory

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 19:09:58 +0000

Keir Starmer has launched the government’s strategic defence review, pledging billions of pounds to the arms industry.

Plus: Israeli forces have opened fire on crowds approaching an aid distrubtion point, killing dozens of Palestinians; and Poland elects a right-wing strongman.

With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar, Mark Curtis and Jakub Dymek.

Hamas Reviewing US And Israel’s Sham Ceasefire Plan

Fri, 30 May 2025 18:29:36 +0000

Hamas is reviewing Donald Trump’s proposed Gaza ceasefire plan backed by Israel.

Plus: Robert Jenrick’s vigilante Twitter video has sparked a national debate; and the CEO of Anthropic has warned that Artificial Intelligence is set to decimate white collar jobs.

With Michael Walker, NoJusticeMTG and Rachel O’Dwyer.

Trump Tariffs Slapped Down by US Trade Court

Thu, 29 May 2025 18:47:50 +0000

Donald Trump’s Liberation Day tariffs have been thrown into question by a federal court charged with overseeing U.S international trade.

Plus: Israel is annexing swathes of territory in the West Bank.

With Dalia Gebrial and Steven Methven.

The Shady Mercenaries Behind Israel’s Fake Aid Org

Wed, 28 May 2025 19:21:14 +0000

Support our work: http://novara.media/support A controversial U.S. and Israel-backed organisation has begun delivering aid to Palestinians in Gaza, and it is not going well. Michael talks to podcaster Kaiser Kuo about what the West gets wrong about China. Also: Dominic Cummings is back, and Sangita Myska has finally called out James O’Brien.

With Michael Walker and Helena NoJustice(MTG). Kaiser Kuo hosts the Sinica podcast.

Car Drives Into Packed Crowd at Liverpool Victory Parade

Tue, 27 May 2025 18:41:20 +0000

A car has driven into a crowd in Liverpool, Reform are removing the 2-child benefit cap. Also: Tommy Robinson is out of prison again and Jordan Peterson seems very confused in the latest Jubilee debate video.

With Aaron Bastani and Harriet Williamson.

Israel Kills Dozens of Palestinians in Attack on Gaza Shelter

Mon, 26 May 2025 19:23:45 +0000

Israel launched a deadly assault on a former school in Gaza. Russia conducted its largest aerial offensive against Ukraine to date. Paris Marx and Michael debate the latest AI developments and other current issues.

With Michael Walker and Kieran Andrieu. Interview with Paris Marx of the Tech Won’t Save Us podcast.

Netanyahu Accuses Starmer Of Siding With Hamas

Fri, 23 May 2025 18:35:33 +0000

Netanyahu has responded to the joint statement of the UK, France and Canada to take concrete actions against Israel.

Plus: Is an AI apocalypse coming? And Trump has lashed out at Keir Starmer over net zero.

With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.

Two Israeli Embassy Workers Shot Dead In Washington

Thu, 22 May 2025 18:05:48 +0000

A gunman has killed two Israeli embassy workers outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington DC.

Plus: The IDF has opened fire on an EU diplomatic delegation in the West Bank.

With Dalia Gebrial and Steven Methven.

Starmer Confirms U-TURN On Winter Fuel Cuts

Wed, 21 May 2025 18:14:54 +0000

Keir Starmer has confirmed that he will u-turn on Labour’s unpopular decision to cut winter fuel payments for pensioners.

Plus: Donald Trump has announced plans for a “golden dome” air defence system for the US.

With Michael Walker, No JusticeMTG and Mark Blyth.

Israel Accuses UK Of Antisemitism Over Sanctions Threat

Tue, 20 May 2025 18:18:39 +0000

The UK, France and Canada are threatening Israel with sanctions for blocking aid to Gaza.

Plus: A new extinction-level poll for the Tories; and Andrew Tate faces extradition to the UK.

With Aaron Bastani and Kieran Andrieu.

Brexiteers Throw Tantrum Over Starmer’s New EU Deal

Mon, 19 May 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Keir Starmer has signed a loose new trade agreement with the European Union. Nigel Farage claims it will “end” the British fishing industry.

Plus: Israel’s intensified ground assault on Gaza; and Gary Lineker has resigned from the BBC as Match of the Day host.

With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar, Anand Menon and Antonio Brito Guterres.

‘A Lot of People Are Starving’ In Gaza, Says Trump

Fri, 16 May 2025 18:21:34 +0000

Donald Trump appears to have shifted his rhetoric on Gaza, but fell short of laying the blame at Israel’s feet.

Plus: An interview with Dr Nick Maynard on his time working in Gaza.

With Aaron Bastani and Michael Walker.

Israel Kills Over 100 Palestinians On Nakba Day

Thu, 15 May 2025 18:25:08 +0000

Israel has killed more than 100 people on the anniversary of the Nakba – when hundreds of thousands of Palestinians were violently displaced from their land.

Plus: Keir Starmer’s plan to send asylum seekers overseas; and a Ben & Jerry’s co-founder is arrested for protesting in the US Capitol.

With Dalia Gebrial, Kieran Andrieu and Faiza Shaheen.

Trump Meets Syria’s Former-Militant President

Wed, 14 May 2025 18:14:34 +0000

Donald Trump has met with Syria’s President and former HTS commander Ahmed al-Sharaa, following the announcement that all US sanctions on Syria would be lifted.

Plus: Israel intensifies its attack on Gaza; and Zarah Sultana takes aim at Keir Starmer.

With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.

Labour Reject Enoch Powell Comparisons Following Starmer Speech

Tue, 13 May 2025 18:15:24 +0000

Yvette Cooper has rejected claims that Keir Starmer consciously cribbed from Enoch Powell during his speech on migration.

Plus: The US and Saudi Arabia have agreed to $600bn in AI and defence deals; and US streamer Hasan Piker has been detained for several hours at the US border.

With Aaron Bastani, Stella Tsantekidou and Harriet Williamson.

Starmer Slammed For “Island of Strangers” Migration Speech | #NovaraLIVE

Mon, 12 May 2025 20:19:13 +0000

Keir Starmer has been accused of apeing Enoch Powell after warning Britain could become ‘an island of strangers’ without reforms to the immigration regime. Also, we speak to Elif Sarican about the Kurdish Worker’s Party disbanding, and Jeremy Corbyn about how the media has failed Gaza. With Michael Walker and Helena AKA No Justice MTG

Reform 10 Points Ahead Of Labour In Poll

Fri, 09 May 2025 18:14:05 +0000

Keir Starmer is touting his trade deal with Donald Trump as a political victory, but is it really just damage limitation?

Plus: James Butler on the new pope; and David Wallace-Wells on Bill Gates’ swipe at Elon Musk.

With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.

Trump Announces “Comprehensive” Trade Deal With UK

Thu, 08 May 2025 18:27:39 +0000

Keir Starmer and Donald Trump both claim victory over the new US-UK trade deal.

Plus: An interview with Green Party co-leader Carla Denyer on why she’s not running in the next leadership contest.

With NoJusticeMTG and Steven Methven.

Pakistan Threatens Retaliation Over India Missile Strikes

Wed, 07 May 2025 18:21:20 +0000

We spoke to Waqas Ahmed to make sense of India’s attacks on Pakistan; Jonathan Portes about the UK-India trade deal; Sir David King on new experimental geoengineering projects; and Jeanine Hourani on a new report investigating the UK sending arms to Israel.

With Michael Walker, Waqas Ahmed, Jonathan Portes, David King and Jeanine Hourani.

Israel Destroys Yemen’s Main Airport

Tue, 06 May 2025 18:18:42 +0000

Israeli strikes have shut down Yemen’s Sanaa airport.

Plus: Labour is weighing up a u-turn on the winter fuel allowance cut; And Friedrich Merz becomes the first German politician to lose a parliamentary vote to be chancellor.

With Aaron Bastani and Kieran Andrieu.

Israeli Cabinet Approves Plan to “Capture All of Gaza”

Tue, 06 May 2025 12:07:59 +0000

The Israeli government has unanimously approved a plan to capture the whole of Gaza and occupy it indefinitely.

Plus: Interviews with Zack Polanski and John Curtice.

With Michael Walker and Ash Sarkar.

Farage’s Reform Blows Apart Two Party System

Fri, 02 May 2025 18:40:45 +0000

Reform UK appear to have broken the hold of the two-party system on English politics.

Plus: A ship carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza has been bombed; and Mark Zuckerberg on the future of friendship.

With Michael Walker and Aaron Bastani.

Local Election Results REACT With Aaron + Michael

Fri, 02 May 2025 16:00:33 +0000

Aaron and Michael share their first thoughts on the 2025 local election results.

Polls Open As Reform Tipped for Unprecedented Gains

Thu, 01 May 2025 18:41:46 +0000

Polls have opened across England as local elections, mayoral elections and even one parliamentary by-election take place.

Plus: The Football Association has banned trans women from competing in women’s football; and tensions escalate between India and Pakistan over a massacre in Kashmir.

With Dalia Gebrial, Steven Methven, Azad Essa & Tadg Hickey.

Richard Wolff on Trump and The Rise Of China

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:39:49 +0000

Richard Wolff is Professor Emeritus of Economics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He hosts a popular YouTube channel and has authored numerous influential books, including his most recent work, “Understanding Capitalism.” The New York Times has described him as “America’s most prominent Marxist economist.” He joined Michael to discuss the first 100 days of Trump’s second term in office and whether China will overtake the US as a superpower.

Canada’s Liberal Party Wins An Unprecedented Fourth Term

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 18:32:53 +0000

Mark Carney’s Liberal Party has secured an unprecedented fourth term in the Canadian elections.

Plus: The UK government has shared contact details of police investigators and crown prosecutors in Palestine Action cases with the Israeli embassy.

With Aaron Bastani, NoJusticeMTG and Palestine Action’s Huda Ammori.

World Court Begins Hearing on Israel’s Siege of Gaza

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 18:25:29 +0000

The International Court of Justice has begun a hearing into Israel’s humanitarian obligations in Gaza.

Plus: Huge power outages in Spain and Portugal; and new EHRC advice states that trans women should not be allowed to use women’s toilets.

With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar and Ahmed Abu Riziq.

Reform Look Set To Trounce Labour and Tories in Local Elections

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 18:30:20 +0000

Reform UK are expected to take a significant vote share from Labour and the Tories in the upcoming local elections.

Plus: We interview an aid worker in Gaza; and we discuss the privatisation of space.

With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, Gavin Kelleher and Carla Ibled.

Zelenskyy Cuts Short South Africa Visit After Massive Russian Attack on Kyiv

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 18:23:43 +0000

Russia has bombarded Kyiv with missiles and drones in one of its largest attacks on Ukraine to date.

Plus: We ask a Just Stop Oil spokesperson why they’re hanging up the high-vis; and Robert Jenrick’s offer of a Tory-reform coalition has been shot down.

With NoJusticeMTG, Harriet Williamson and James Skeet.

Trump on Netanyahu: We Are On The Same Side Of Every Issue

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:41:37 +0000

A school in Gaza City has been razed to the ground by an Israeli drone strike.

Plus: Gary Lineker blasts the BBC for their coverage of Gaza; we spoke to Pete Irvine on the UK’s geoengineering experiments; and Elon Musk has found himself in a bind.

With Michael Walker, Kieran Andrieu and Pete Irvine.

Dollar Plummets As Trump Attacks US Central Bank

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:19:44 +0000

Billions of dollars in value have been wiped off the markets after Donald Trump called the head of the US central bank a loser.

Plus: We speak to Stephen Kapos – a holocaust survivor who was questioned by the police over his involvement in a Palestine solidarity demo.

With Michael Walker and David Adler.

Pope Dies One Day After Calling to End War on Gaza

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 18:23:16 +0000

Pope Francis has died at the age of 88 following several weeks of illness. We speak to Paul Fleming, Equity union leader and Catholic, about the Pope’s political legacy.

Plus: Thousands demonstrate against the Supreme Court’s ruling on the legal definition of woman.

With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar and TransLucent’s Steph Richards.

The US Could Abandon Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks, Warns Marco Rubio

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 18:29:50 +0000

Donald Trump could walk away from Ukraine-Russia peace negotiations within days if no progress is made, warns Marco Rubio.

Plus: David Lammy’s secret visit with the Israeli foreign secretary; and the IMF’s push to keep people working older.

With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani, Paul Morland and Peter Oborne – author of ‘The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam’.

Trump Blocks Israeli Attack On Iranian Nuclear Sites

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 18:50:41 +0000

Donald Trump has waved off Israeli plans to attack Iranian nuclear sites, opening talks with Tehran to limit Iran’s nuclear program instead.

Plus: Britain’s equality watchdog has said that the NHS should no longer allow trans people on single sex wards.

With Dalia Gebrial and NoJusticeMTG.

Novara Live Interview: China Is Winning Trump’s Trade War with Keyu Jin

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:12:34 +0000

Michael speaks to Chinese economist and LSE economics professor Keyu Jin about Trump’s trade war and who has the upper hand.

Correction: In the introduction to this interview, Michael said China had blocked the export of jets to Boeing. In fact, China blocked the import of jets from Boeing. We apologise for the error. Support our work: http://novara.media/support

UK Supreme Court Backs ‘Biological’ Definition of Woman

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:19:11 +0000

The UK’s Supreme Court has ruled on the legal definition of a woman as “biological”.

Plus: we spoke with economist Keyu Jin on whether China is winning Trump’s Trade War; and members of the Board of Deputies of British Jews have condemned Israel.

With Michael Walker, Helena @NoJusticeMTG and Keyu Jin.

Trump Blames “Incompetent” Zelensky For Russia-Ukraine War

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:33:17 +0000

Donald Trump has labelled Volodymyr Zelenskyy “incompetent”, blaming for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Plus: The Birmingham bin strikes continue; and Liz Truss is threatening to launch her own social media network.

With Aaron Bastani, Kieran Andrieu and Unite’s Zoe Mayou.

The Race to Save British Steel

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 18:20:19 +0000

The UK government is racing to keep Britain’s last steel blast furnaces in operation.

Plus: Why Donald Trump has already lost his trade war with China; and Israel destroys the last functioning hospital in Gaza City.

With Michael Walker, Ash Sarkar and Commonwealth’s Mathew Lawrence.

Why Trump’s China Trade War Will Harm Us All

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 19:16:03 +0000

Donald Trump has ramped up his trade war with China to nuclear levels. We’re joined by a Cambridge university professor to discuss.

With Michael Walker, Aaron Bastani and Jostein Hauge of the University of Cambridge

Trump Administration Scrambles to Justify Folding on Tariffs

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 19:09:55 +0000

Donald Trump made a very public and very global u-turn on his trade war.

Plus: The Houthis have downed three US drones in the last ten days; and Gary Stevenson has fallen foul of Andrew Tate.

With Kieran Andrieu, NoJusticeMTG and Brett Scott.

Financial Markets Spiral As US-China Trade War Goes Nuclear w/ Grace Blakeley

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 19:01:05 +0000

Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs came into force at midnight last night and China has whacked up their tariffs to an eyewatering 84%. With Michael Walker, Grace Blakeley and Helena NoJusticeMTG. Interview with Zoe Liu of the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR)

The Trade War Between China and the US Escalates

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 19:01:27 +0000

US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a further 50% tariff if China does not back down on its latest reciprocal tariff.

Plus: Israel has killed yet another journalist in Gaza.

With Aaron Bastani, NoJusticeMTG and Unite the Union’s Ben Norman.

Novara Live Interview: Yanis Varoufakis Dissects Trump’s Tariffs

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 19:00:20 +0000

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Stocks Plunge After Trump Doubles Down on Trade War

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 18:32:27 +0000

Global financial markets have gone into a tailspin as Donald Trump doubles down on his trade war with the rest of the world.

Plus: Elon Musk appears to break ranks with Donald Trump; and two Labour MPs have been deported by Israel.

With Michael Walker, Yanis Veroufakis and Ash Sarkar.

The World Is Reeling From Donald Trump’s Tariffs

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 18:38:40 +0000

The world is reacting to Donald Trump’s trade war. China has retaliated with a 34% tariff on US imports.

Plus: More dire polling for Labour; and Russell Brand is charged with sexual assault.

With Aaron Bastani, Steven Methven and Jake Werner.

Donald Trump’s Tariffs Spark Global Turmoil

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 18:30:29 +0000

Donald Trump has turned the global economic order upside-down with a raft of so-called “reciprocal” tariffs.

Plus: Hungary is leaving the international criminal court following a state visit from Benjamin Netanyahu.

With Steven Methven, James Meadway and NoJusticeMTG.

Israel To Expand Gaza Ground Assault, Says Defence Minister

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 18:38:15 +0000

Israel Katz has announced a massive expansion of Israel’s ground assault on Gaza.

Plus: Donald Trump is set to announce a new raft of tariffs; and a group of tenants beat their billionaire landlord in court.

With Steven Methven, Harriet Williamson, Hassan Jabareen and Jordan Osserman.

Millions Hit By Bill Hikes Amid Labour’s Benefit Cuts

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:22:22 +0000

Millions of Britons are bracing for bill hikes across the board.

Plus: The number of billionaires in the world hits a record number; and global protests against Tesla hit Elon Musk’s bottom line.

With Aaron Bastani and Kieran Andrieu.

Israel Orders Palestinians to Leave Rafah or Face Further Violence

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 18:39:26 +0000

Israel has ordered the evacuation of Rafah ahead of a potential new offensive.

Plus: We speak to Alice Cappelle about Marine Le Pen being barred from running for president; Trump refuses to rule out running for a third term.

Hosted by Ash Sarkar & Helena NoJusticeMTG and featuring Alice Cappelle.

Trump Administration Snatches Pro-Palestine Student Activists Off The Street

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 19:41:32 +0000

The Trump administration has revoked hundreds of student visas. Shocking footage shows masked ICE agents snatching a Turkish national off the street.

Plus: Why Labour should be worried about left-wing independents.

With NoJusticeMTG and Aaron Bastani.

EXCLUSIVE: NHS Billions Spent On Degrading Private Treatment

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 19:42:17 +0000

Novara Media investigates private mental healthcare provider Priory Group.

Plus: Labour MPs are struggling to defend their party’s new programme of austerity; and why the EU is so afraid to stand up to Donald Trump.

With Dalia Gebrial, Harriet Williamson, David Rowlands and NoJusticeMTG.