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Full Disclosure with James O'Brien

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Award-winning LBC presenter and best-selling author James O’Brien hosts a series of compelling conversations with fascinating people from the worlds of politics, news and entertainment. These are thoughtful conversations with a curious and interested interviewer. Full Disclosure with James O'Brien is a Global Production For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: dax@global.com
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Episodes

Dr Rosena Allin-Khan

This week James speaks to Labour MP Dr Rosena Allin-Khan

Jul 20, 202051 minSeason 2Ep. 22

Ralf Little

James speaks to actor Ralf Little.

Jul 13, 202049 minSeason 2Ep. 21

Jess Phillips

James speaks to Jess Phillips, Labour MP for Birmingham Yardley

Jul 06, 202049 minSeason 2Ep. 20

Janey Godley

James O'Brien is joined this week by comedian Janey Godley

Jun 29, 202049 minSeason 2Ep. 19

Caitlin Moran

James O'Brien is joined this week by journalist, author, and broadcaster Caitlin Moran

Jun 22, 202043 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Hassan Akkad

James O'Brien is joined this week by Syrian refugee and BAFTA-winning filmmaker Hassan Akkad

Jun 15, 202056 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Kathy Burke

James O'Brien is joined this week by the actress, writer, comedian, director and producer, Kathy Burke

Jun 05, 202052 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Lili Pohlmann

James O'Brien speaks to Lili Pohlmann, a survivor of the Holocaust

May 22, 202046 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Dom Joly

Dom Joly joins James O'Brien on his award winning podcast

May 15, 202049 minSeason 2Ep. 14

Matty Healy

James O'Brien's award-winning podcast returns this week with superstar Matty Healy from the 1975

May 08, 202048 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Full Disclosure: The Coronavirus Special

On this week's Coronavirus special, we delve into the politics of lock-down. Some of you are getting reckless, and I want to know if you're ready to start going back to work. When the Government lift the lock-down, will you be straight out the door? Or will you stay secluded in safety? Next week: Full Disclosure returns to normal with superstar Matty Healy from the 1975

May 01, 202050 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Full Disclosure: The Coronavirus Special

This week, we're talking politics; specifically: the politics of Coronavirus. We're doing our bit by staying indoors, but are the Government holding up their side of the bargain? Are they providing enough PPE? Are they providing enough tests? Are they providing economic stability? All this, and more, in this week's Full Disclosure. Don't forget you can e-mail the show on coronacrisis@global.com

Apr 24, 202054 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Full Disclosure: The Coronavirus Special

The response to last week's edition of Full Disclosure was overwhelming, so we've decided to do it again. This week, the focus is your mental health. *CONTENT WARNING* - This episode is a hard listen. It features a number of callers who have found themselves struggling during the lockdown. If you are struggling to cope, you are not alone. The Samaritans will take your call 24 hours a day on 116 123. You can also search online for Mind and The Citizen's Advice Bureau. Do not suffer alone, talk to...

Apr 17, 202047 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Full Disclosure: The Coronavirus Special

This week, we're doing this a little differently. Full Disclosure turns the spotlight onto the heroes stabilising our National Health Service. Listen to best calls made this week to James O'Brien's daily show - cherry picked and guaranteed to make you see the crisis differently. From nurses, to police to carers - hear stories from the frontline of the pandemic. Share your thoughts with James himself, on coronacrisis@global.com

Apr 10, 202052 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Daniel Radcliffe

Your childhood hero, David Radcliffe, joins James O'Brien for this week's Full Disclosure

Mar 09, 202036 minSeason 2Ep. 8

George The Poet

London-born spoken word performer, George Mpanga, has taken the literary world by storm. Listen to this week's episode to find out how.

Mar 02, 202046 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Sharon Horgan

The formidable Sharon Horgan is a staple of British television. Now, as she prepares to make the leap to the silver screen, she calls in for a chat with O’Brien. From her humble beginnings on a Turkey Farm, through the perils of Catholic school to her life as an established writer, director and actor - Horgan’s personal life is as exciting as her on-screen persona.

Feb 24, 202041 minSeason 2Ep. 6

John Bercow

ORDER.. ORDERRRR - The Former Speaker of the House of Commons is here with James O'Brien to prattle all things Parliament.

Feb 17, 202041 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Ed Miliband

Ex Labour leader Ed Miliband joins James O'Brien for this Episode of Full Disclosure

Feb 10, 202057 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Hashi Mohammed

In 1993, Hashi came to Britain as a child refugee. Listening to him now, a natural orator, it's hard to conceive he arrived speaking no English. Now a top Barrister, he's here to talk about social mobility, and how in these turbulent political times, this is the conversation we need to be having.

Feb 03, 202043 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Matthew Parris

Having worked as an MP under Margaret Thatcher, Matthew Parris shook the political hemisphere when he announced he was voting Liberal Democrat in the recent general election. A man of principle, his disdain of Brexit has never been a secret, and he willfully sold his Conservative roots to preserve his principles. So what caused this change of heart? And how does he feel about the looming, but steadily nearing, 31st January?

Jan 27, 202052 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Tom Watson

As deputy leader of the Labour Party, Tom Watson championed gambling addiction. But late last year, he hung his hat over the party’s Brexit stance and inability to handle anti-semitism. This week, in his first in-depth discussion since standing down, Tom talks to James about the highs and lows of overseeing Her Majesty’s opposition.

Jan 20, 202059 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Full Disclosure Christmas Break Until Jan 2020

Full Disclosure is taking a short break over the Christmas period. Back soon with loads more episodes starting Jan 2020! Ankd remember that you can listen to all this years episodes on Global Player or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and listen now! Have a merry Christmas and a happy New Year.

Dec 23, 201930 sec

John Sweeney

TV legend, John Sweeney, divulges his life story in the world of broadcast. Still in recovery from his infamous Scientology expedition, Sweeney talks about the perils of Journalism: from being chased through Russia by Putin, to grizzly sights at the scene of the MH17 plane crash - if it has made world news, Sweeney has covered it.

Dec 16, 201956 minEp. 36

Lord Michael Heseltine

Former Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party, Lord Michael Heseltine, gives a searing account of his life and times in Politics. 'Ashamed' to be part of the generation that orchestrated Brexit, his is a stark warning against the current Tory party, gripped by the 'narrative of Farage' and invaded by Trumpism. Ahead of this week's general election, this is a must-listen.

Dec 09, 201938 minEp. 35

Lesley Manville

Oscar-nominated actress, Lesley Manville, joins James O'Brien this week for an in-depth look at a career in acting. Since leaving school at 15, Manville has been a regular haunt of the West End - only recently breaking Hollywood. Despite her stardom, she still takes the bus and is now on a campaign against becoming the 'poster girl' for the older female actor. You might know her for playing Margaret Thatcher - but as this podcast-exploration shows, her politics don't quite match the role.

Dec 02, 201946 minEp. 34

David Mitchell

Staple of British Television, David Mitchell, joins James O'Brien for a rarely heard, in-depth discussion of his life and rise to fame. Produced by Ava Evans & Chris Janes

Nov 25, 201947 minSeason 1Ep. 33

Nazir Afzal

One of Nazir Afzal's first jobs as chief crown prosecutor was on the Rochdale sex trafficking gang, overturning all previous decisions and initiating prosecutions. He brought the case to the public eye, and expose a deep-rooted evil operating previously without conviction. Afzal has spearheaded many inequality campaigns, fighting what he calls 'white male power' presiding over minority communities. Making his name as being one of the first to prosecute an honour killing, he is the true face of B...

Nov 18, 201950 minEp. 32

Ross Noble

Longtime-listener Ross Noble has flown in from Australia to make his Full Disclosure debut. Now an expat, Ross catches James' daily show from down under - and has a few pointers for him. Esteemed comedian, motorbike-mad, and politically charged Noble is one of James' best interviews.

Nov 11, 201951 minSeason 1Ep. 31
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