Reflections on Shame and Failure in Politics

Rory Stewart is a man of many talents. He’s been a politician, diplomat, professor, explorer and now a highly-successful podcaster.

In this conversation we talk about his highs and lows, and the shame he felt at his mistakes – one so bad he considered suicide. He also gives his verdicts on the many Prime Ministers he’s worked with, explains why he’s so disillusioned with modern politics, and what we might do to make it better.

This is part one of our conversation first released on 29th January 2024; part two will be released on February 1st.

This episode was produced by Red Bicycle.