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.
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Feb 5, 2026 • 2h 32min
Keir Starmer addresses his Mandelson problem
Keir Starmer, UK Prime Minister and former Director of Public Prosecutions, speaks after the Peter Mandelson/Jeffrey Epstein revelations. He answers why Mandelson was appointed, what new information prompted the sack, and how security advice and national security concerns shaped his response. The conversation also covers fallout in parliament, media scrutiny, and calls for accountability.
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Feb 4, 2026 • 2h 25min
Starmer put a paedophile's friend in Britain's embassy
A deep dive into leaked documents linking a senior political figure to Jeffrey Epstein. Listeners question the judgment behind a controversial diplomatic appointment. The show explores vetting, possible cover-ups, and the political fallout for party trust. Calls debate pragmatism versus principle and whether leadership can survive the scandal.
Feb 3, 2026 • 2h 25min
Peter Mandelson - what's wrong with him?
A wide-ranging conversation probes allegations linking a powerful politician to Jeffrey Epstein and the ethics of keeping influential company. Callers share personal stories of betrayal, privilege and how wealth warps behaviour. The show then shifts to why access to the countryside matters, menopause experiences and tech regulation debates about AI and platform accountability.
Feb 2, 2026 • 2h 24min
Why would anybody visit Epstein Island?
A furious unpacking of newly released Epstein files and why so many powerful men stayed connected. Conversations about group dynamics, complicity and how elites protect predators. Listeners explore recruitment tactics, redactions by authorities, and whether society will demand accountability. The show then pivots to spirited debate on video game addiction and personal recovery stories.
Jan 30, 2026 • 2h 24min
Trump's instability is pushing us towards China
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
Jan 29, 2026 • 2h 23min
Is Donald Trump the only hope for the Iranian people?
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
Jan 28, 2026 • 2h 26min
Tell me how heinous this is
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
Jan 27, 2026 • 2h 24min
Has Keir Starmer made a mistake with Andy Burnham?
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
Jan 26, 2026 • 2h 24min
They shot him, lied about it and called him a terrorist
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
Jan 23, 2026 • 2h 24min
A moment of unutterable horror from Donald Trump
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
