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Welcome to the best bits of James O'Brien's LBC phone-in show. Listen back to all the highlights in a 60-minute bite sized chunk of his show with new episodes every weekday. James covers all the big stories which will make you think - and possibly change your outlook. James O'Brien Daily is a Global Production For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: [email protected]

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If Russia might bring war to the UK, why aren't we more scared?

Jun 12, 2026 59m

If Britain really faces a growing military threat, why has no one made the case clearly enough to the public?After the resignations of two defence ministers heap fresh pressure on Keir Starmer, James…

Why are we not more excited about the World Cup?

Jun 11, 2026 48m

James opens the phones on the biggest event in world sport and asks two deceptively simple questions: why aren’t more of us excited, and why aren’t more fans going? From eye-watering prices and…

Why does Elon Musk want racist violence on Britain’s streets?

Jun 10, 2026 53m

James confronts the horror of anti-immigrant violence on UK streets after homes are attacked in Belfast, asking how crimes committed by individuals are being twisted into collective punishment…

Is University still worth it?

Jun 09, 2026 49m

James asks a deeply uncomfortable question: is university still worth it? For generations, higher education was sold as the great route to opportunity, independence and a better life - but with…

Will tech giants ever protect kids from social media?

Jun 08, 2026 57m

James asks why politicians, including Keir Starmer, still seem so timid in tackling the harm social media can do to children. With callers from the tech world weighing in, he explores whether the…

Is Twitter for the far-right and should the government come off it?

Jun 05, 2026 59m

After misinformation spread on Twitter by Elon Musk and others about the police officers involved in the tragic murder of Henry Nowak, is it time the government, politicians and media companies come…

Farage disrespects Henry Nowak’s parent’s wishes - why?

Jun 04, 2026 49m

Reflecting on the reaction to the killing of Henry Nowak, James examines how parts of the media and public life seize on race, policing and grievance - and asks what they really want when they…

Kemi Badenoch says Henry Nowak's murder is a "Stephen Lawrence moment"

Jun 03, 2026 59m

James contrasts the dignified plea from Henry’s father not to use his son’s death to fuel “division, hatred or tension” with Nigel Farage’s inflammatory intervention, asking why so many were willing…

How Nigel Farage hijacked Henry Nowak's murder

Jun 02, 2026 1h 2m

James reflects on the killing of Henry Novak, the appalling police response in his final moments, and the anguish of a family now forced to watch their son’s death turned into a weapon of divison by…

Do you believe Nicola Sturgeon?

Jun 01, 2026 1h 3m

James unpacks the fallout around Nicola Sturgeon and asks the million dollar question: do you actually believe she knew nothing about her husband’s embezzlement of SNP funds? Later, the focus shifts…

What has Trump actually done in Iran?

May 29, 2026 59m

James tries to make sense of a week in which the White House line on Iran seemed to change by the day: ceasefire, threats, victory, retaliation, then talk of a "deal". James asks how Donald Trump has…

1M young people out of work & Carol Vorderman vs Reform

May 28, 2026 1h

As new figures show more than a million 16 to 24-year-olds are not in education, employment or training, James opens the phones to hear from the people living it: young jobseekers, parents and…

The day Tony Blair sounded like Trump

May 27, 2026 58m

Tony Blair has stuck his neck back out, warning that Labour risks "relegating Britain" from the premier league of nations. Do you care what Tony Blair has to say any more? If you do, how do you…

Two UK teenagers spared jail after rape - can this be right?

May 26, 2026 1h 3m

Today, top doctors warned that social media may be as harmful to young people as smoking — but what actually is the worst thing about it? Is it addiction, anxiety, misinformation, vanity, or…

Mystery Hour: How do football commentators remember players?

May 25, 2026 48m

Time for your bank holiday instalment of Mystery Hour, the game in which James invites his callers to ask and answer questions about absolutely anything. You are guaranteed to learn something new…

Plummeting immigration & Brits abused in Israel

May 22, 2026 1h 3m

Immigration is plummeting - so why is the right-wing press screaming about a "brain drain"? James unpacks the ONS figures the Mail and Telegraph don't want you to understand.Plus, the disturbing…

Do the racists know that immigration has dropped off a cliff?

May 21, 2026 1h

Net migration has plummeted to 193,000 - down more than 80% in just three years. So will it actually make any difference to the national conversation, or has the immigration debate moved beyond the…

Gen Z haven't got any money

May 20, 2026 1h

Life for young people seems to be harder than ever. How are young people coping with the astronomical cost of living, soaring house prices and rising youth employment?And, with AI use on the rise as…

Is 10 years old too young to be criminally responsible?

May 19, 2026 1h 3m

HS2 could cost up to £102.7bn (up from £32bn) and may not open until 2039. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander also explained today that the so-called “high-speed” trains will likely be ran slower,…

Did Labour just put Brexit back on the table?

May 18, 2026 1h 1m

Brexit is back in the political spotlight thanks to the two biggest threats to Keir Starmer’s leadership - former Health Secretary Wes Streeting and Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham.…

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