Full Disclosure with James O'Brien

Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf discusses his journey in Scottish politics, challenges faced by voters in England, and the impact of Brexit. He dives into issues of race, multiculturalism, and divisive rhetoric within the Conservative party. The chapter explores his challenges with racism in school and his unexpected entry into politics post-9/11. Discussion also emphasizes the importance of diversity in politics and embracing hope in the face of adversity.

Baroness Warsi discusses her toxic relationship with the Conservative Party, the shift towards the far-right, and the struggles of being a British Muslim. She reflects on her journey from drama to politics, emphasizes financial independence, and showcases her linguistic skills. The podcast also covers her empowerment journey, political challenges, and the importance of evidence-based policy-making.

Gary Stevenson recounts how he went from a successful City trader to a wealth inequality crusader, reflecting on the moral implications of profiting from economic collapse. He challenges the societal obsession with money and advocates for a more equitable distribution to combat wealth inequality.

A conversation with Bernie Sanders on social inequality, dangers of corporate media, and preventing Donald Trump's return to the White House. Sanders reflects on his upbringing, political awakening, environmental accountability, healthcare systems, and challenges for the working class. The discussion delves into the influence of money and power on climate change discourse, political analysis, and the importance of collective action for global challenges.

Jason Watkins has become one of Britain’s most sought after actors. His breakout role came in the 2014 ITV drama, The Lost Honour of Christopher Jefferies which won him a BAFTA for Best Actor. He’s also had roles in Doctor Who, the Nativity, Trollied, The Crown and Line of Duty. Jason tells James about his early ambitions to become a PE teacher, why he turned to acting and he reflects on the moments that have shaped his life and career.

Liberal Democrat leader, Sir Ed Davey has been a carer for most of his life. First for his mum, who died of cancer when he was just 15. Then for his Nana and now, he and his wife Emily care for their disabled son John. Ed could be furious at the world – but he’s not. Instead, he has spent his political career standing up for carers and fighting for investment in the NHS and social care. Ed tells James how his personal experiences have shaped his politics and why he’s committed to making real change happen. 

Dame Sheila Hancock, respected actor and writer, discusses her extraordinary life in this interview. From her childhood experiences during war, dealing with stage fright, to her success in the acting industry. She also emphasizes the importance of action and storytelling in the world.

It's 18 years since James Blunt released his hit single, You’re Beautiful which reached No.1 around the world. It helped James's debut album, Back to Bedlam sell 12 million copies and become the UK’s best-selling album of the 2000s. But his global success was met with an immediate backlash that saw him ridiculed by the press and pop establishment. James responded to his critics by moving to Ibiza, where he partied hard and joined Twitter. Since Back to Bedlam, he has released a further succession of successful albums, every one of them a Top 10 hit. His new album Who We Used To Be is out now.

Nick Wallis was presenting the breakfast show for BBC Radio Surrey in 2010 when he was contacted by a listener with a story he’s been investigating ever since. Nick helped expose one of the biggest miscarriages of justice in UK legal history – the Post Office Horizon IT scandal that has devastated the lives of hundreds of innocent hardworking people across the country. His work has been published in Private Eye and broadcast on BBC Panorama, The One Show and BBC Radio 4. It is also the basis of his first book, The Great Post Office Scandal. Tickets for his show, Post Office Scandal - the Inside Story are available at postofficescandal.uk

Stephanie Beacham, known for her roles in Dynasty and The Colbys, talks about her childhood, escaping societal expectations, and her early experience in acting. She discusses being fired as an au pair, memories from the Liverpool Everyman Theater, living with mice, low earnings, and her time at Rada. She also shares a humorous story about Marlon Brando's inconvenient calls and Hollywood blacklisting. The podcast concludes with an exploration of the internal experience and ambitions of the speaker.