James O'Brien - The Whole Show
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Listen to James O'Brien's phone-in show, which will make you think - and possibly change your outlook on the big stories.
Episodes
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Feb 19, 2026 • 2h 23min
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's live, daily show on LBC Radio. To join the conversation call: 0345 60 60 973
Feb 18, 2026 • 2h 24min
This is about trying to pay people as little as possible
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's live, daily show on LBC Radio. To join the conversation call: 0345 60 60 973
Feb 17, 2026 • 2h 22min
This is going to take you by surprise
Simon Woolley, Crossbench peer who founded Operation Black Vote, reflects on Jesse Jackson's legacy and civic duty. Joe Mulhall, research director at Hope Not Hate, discusses far-right activity around Reform/Goodwin. They explore political narratives, media influence, vaccine hesitancy, phone theft in London, and allegations linking extremists to local campaigns.
Feb 16, 2026 • 2h 24min
What's the problem with social media?
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's live, daily show on LBC Radio. To join the conversation call: 0345 60 60 973
Feb 13, 2026 • 2h 22min
Does Zahawai realise Ratcliffe is talking about people like him?
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's live, daily show on LBC Radio. To join the conversation call: 0345 60 60 973
Feb 12, 2026 • 2h 24min
Racist Jim Ratcliffe proves you can be both rich and also a complete prat
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's live, daily show on LBC Radio. To join the conversation call: 0345 60 60 973
Feb 11, 2026 • 2h 26min
Why did we look away from Epstein's victims?
This is a catch-up version of James O'Brien's live, daily show on LBC Radio. To join the conversation call: 0345 60 60 973
Feb 10, 2026 • 2h 24min
This is what Britain wants from the Prime Minister
A wide-ranging conversation about what the country expects from a prime minister and whether current politics can deliver it. Listeners debate leadership style, media pressure and the choice between steady competence and populist showmanship. Calls explore bold policy ideas, transparency around advisers, and how to revive public trust. The show also shifts to child safety online and practical tips to get kids reading again.
Feb 9, 2026 • 2h 23min
Starmer simply is not very good at being Prime Minister
Henry Riley, a political reporter covering Reform UK developments, and Natasha Clark, a broadcast journalist tracking Downing Street changes, join the show. They discuss Keir Starmer's leadership struggles, resignations in communications, Peter Mandelson controversies, Reform UK scandals, and whether Starmer can hold on amid questions about competence, charisma and political strategy.
4 snips
Feb 6, 2026 • 2h 25min
Why it's over for Keir Starmer
A heated look at why Keir Starmer's position feels precarious after policy missteps, backbench disquiet and strategic appointments. Listeners debate whether failures amount to scandal or just weak politics. The show also confronts a racist post by Donald Trump, exploring desensitisation, historical echoes and the duty to call out dehumanising attacks.
