James O'Brien Daily

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.

During her speech at the Conservative Party Conference today, Kemi Badenoch said the party will scrap stamp duty on main home purchases if she comes to power. James analyses this speech with LBC’s Political Editor Natasha Clark, and asks whether the Conservative Party is over as we know it.And, James is joined by Simon Marks, LBC’s Washington Correspondent - is President Donald Trump taking the US closer to civil war?This episode was recorded on the 8th of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

Today marks two years since the October 7th terror attacks in Israel by Hamas. Sir Keir Starmer is urging students not to join today’s planned pro-Palestinian protests, saying it would be "un-British" for the rallies to go ahead given the anniversary. Does he have a point, or not? Also, James is joined by peace activist Magen Inon, whose parents Bilha and Yakovi were killed during the October 7th attacks.And, Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick’s highly controversial comments about the Handsworth area of Birmingham included a complaint about not seeing “another white face” in the area. What's he really trying to say?This episode was recorded on the 7th of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

The Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, announced additional police powers that will be used to restrict repeat protests, a day after nearly 500 Palestine Action protesters were arrested. Has the government gone too far?And, Gary Neville, football pundit and former England and Manchester United footballer, revealed on social media that he removed a Union Jack flag from one of his development sites as it was being “used in a negative fashion”. What do you think of this? And, why are people putting flags up now?This episode was recorded on the 6th of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

Yesterday, two people were killed in a terror attack at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation, a synagogue in Manchester. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, Adrian Daulby and Melvin Cravitz, their families, and the three people that remain in hospital. Today saw a highly distressing development to the tragedy - one of the victims killed was hit by police gunfire, as was one of the survivors who remain in hospital. Now, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood and the Met Police have called for tomorrow’s Palestine Action protest to be postponed, given the circumstances. Would this be right, or the result of a dangerous conflation between yesterday’s events and anti-zionism?This episode was recorded on the 3rd of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

Met Police chief Sir Mark Rowley says the sexist and racist police behaviour uncovered by BBC secret filming, broadcast yesterday, is "reprehensible", but stopped short of saying these problems were institutional. What’s the difference between racism and institutional racism in the police and other workplaces? And, two people from the Jewish community were killed and four patients are in hospital after a car and stabbing attack took place at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Manchester this morning. Reporting from the scene is LBC reporter Liam Gotting. James receives an eyewitness account from local residents and is also joined by Andy Hughes, LBC's Crime Correspondent. Developments to this story may have occurred since the time of recording. This episode was recorded on the 2nd of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

It seems that the UK is becoming more racist. The far-right have hi-jacked the St George’s flag, protests led by Tommy Robinson spread fear and division, and newspapers are criticising the Prime Minister for calling out Nigel Farage. Why is this? And, if you’re part of a minority group, what experiences have you had that show things are getting worse?This episode was recorded on the 1st of October. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

Hamas says they’re reviewing the Gaza peace plan announced by Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu at a joint press conference yesterday. James digs into what’s actually in this plan, what it might mean for the people of Gaza, and why, despite understandable cynicism, he thinks it should at least be tried.This episode was recorded on the 30th of September. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

Keir Starmer boldly labels Reform UK's migrant policy as "racist" and "immoral," sparking a debate on the implications of truth in politics. He faces backlash from media for addressing this sensitive issue, raising questions about the relationship between immigration concerns and racism. The conversation shifts to the state of public services and the pressing need for tax increases as funding strains mount. Listeners weigh in, largely backing Starmer, while reflecting on the evolving media landscape and its portrayal of such crucial topics.

It’s Speak to Sadiq! James was joined in-studio by the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan, who took your calls and shared his thoughts on President Trump’s claim that he was “a terrible mayor” who was ushering in “sharia law”, Tommy Robinson’s far-right protest (with an appearance from Elon Musk), Gaza and more.And, Sir Keir Starmer's used his keynote speech at today’s Global Progress Action Summit to criticise the far-right and announce the introduction of mandatory digital ID cards. He called out lies spread by Donald Trump and Nigel Farage, while picking out illegal immigration as the main problem the UK currently faces. Is he right? And, will ID cards change anything?This episode was recorded on the 26th of September. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.