James O'Brien Daily

The family courts will no longer work on the presumption that having contact with both parents is in the best interests of a child. Campaigners say this will save many children’s lives. James asks his listeners to share their experiences and is joined by Dr Elizabeth Dalgarno, Director and Founder of SHERA, whose research was instrumental for this ruling.Also, Rachel Reeves has stressed the long term damage done to the British economy by Brexit in her remarks to the IMF. When will the government finally start telling the truth about Brexit and its effects?And, President Donald Trump is reportedly demanding the Justice Department pay him $230 million in compensation for the federal investigations into him – a settlement that could ultimately face approval by one of his former lawyers, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche... LBC’s man in Washington, Simon Marks, has the details.This episode was recorded on the 22nd of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson was in front of the Covid Inquiry today, speaking about the effect of the pandemic and his own policy decisions on young people. How did the lockdowns affect you or the young people in your life?And, The Economist has argued that legalising cocaine would have myriad societal benefits, eliminating the price premium that incentivises dangerous gang activity, freeing up space and resources within the criminal justice system and ensuring the product itself was safe for users. Two questions: Would legalisation of cocaine decrease or increase the amount of peril that we’re exposed to? And, why are drugs illegal?This episode was recorded on the 21st of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

Parliament is under mounting pressure to examine what the royal family knew about Prince Andrew’s links to Jeffrey Epstein and strip him of his titles. Why do we care so much about this shameful story?And, Conservative MP Katie Lam says that all immigrants in the UK legally that have indefinite leave to remain should be deported. Her comments have gone largely unchallenged - how do you feel about this?This episode was recorded on the 20th of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

Sir Keir Starmer has condemned a decision banning fans of Israeli football team Maccabi Tel Aviv from supporting their Europa League fixture against Aston Villa in November. The decision has been taken because of the perceived potential for violent clashes between pro-Palestinian demonstrators and Israeli fans. Was this the right decision?And, new research shows that millennial fathers want to spend more time looking after their kids - but workplaces are yet to catch up. What’s it like being a Dad that wants to be more present, but with an employer who doesn’t let you?And, James is joined by Simon Marks, who explains why US news outlets are rejecting the Pentagon's new reporting restrictions.This episode was recorded on the 17th of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

The UK government is facing questions after a case against two men accused of spying for China collapsed just weeks before the trial was due to go ahead, when prosecutors unexpectedly dropped the charges. No one seems to fully understand this story, but luckily enough, James knows who to ask…Also, James speaks with James Ball, the Political Editor of the New World, who tells the story of the man who controls the political right and is set to become the most influential non-politician in the country.And, the late sex trafficking victim Virginia Giuffre alleged in her memoir that Prince Andrew was "entitled" and "believed having sex with me was his birthright". What should the Royal Family do about him?This episode was recorded on the 16th of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

According to recent UK data, nearly a million young people are not in education, employment, or training, with the graduate job market becoming increasingly scarce. What are the causes of this?And, vets in the UK could be forced to cap prescription prices after an investigation by the markets watchdog found pet owners may be paying twice as much for some common medicines from practices than online. Why is the vet so expensive?This episode was recorded on the 15th of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

Yesterday, President Donald Trump spoke alongside Benjamin Netanyahu, in front of the world’s leaders, to declare the war in Gaza over as a result of his peace-deal. The speech had to be heard to be believed. James breaks it all down with the callers.And, Health Secretary Wes Streeting has said he is delighted that the government can now speak about the problems caused by Brexit, specifically, its catastrophic impact on the UK economy. Is it finally time for the government to punish their opponents for Brexit, will it work if they do?This episode was recorded on the 14th of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

Earlier today, President Donald Trump addressed the Knesset, declaring the end of the war in Gaza and the “age of terror”, as a result of the US-brokered ceasefire. The bombing has stopped, the final 20 Israeli hostages have been released by Hamas and almost 2000 detained Palestinians, including 22 children, are due to be released by Israel. Despite Trump's numerous and egregious misdeeds, could this peace deal have been any better? And, James plays Trump's speech and provides analysis in real time.This episode was recorded on the 13th of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

Palestinians are beginning to return to Gaza's north following the Israeli government’s approval of the first phase of Trump's ceasefire and hostage return deal. What happens now? Will justice actually be brought to those who’ve committed war crimes? And, how much damage Netanyahu has done to Israel's reputation? And, public support for digital IDs has bombed following Keir Starmer announcing plans for their compulsory introduction. How on earth did Keir Starmer manage to turn an initially popular idea into such an unpopular policy?This episode was recorded on the 10th of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

An Israel-Hamas ceasefire is expected to begin within 24 hours of an Israeli government sign-off - a move that is expected to happen today. In the meantime, explosions have continued being reported in Gaza. Is this finally a time for optimism, or will this go the same way as previous ceasefires? James speaks with Noga Tarnopolsky, the freelance reporter in Jerusalem who’s guided LBC through the last 2 years of this conflict, to hear exactly what the peace deal involves for both sides of the conflict.This episode was recorded on the 9th of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.