The Brink is a podcast hosted by Daily Telegraph columnist Jake Wallis Simons and former parachute regiment officer Andrew Fox. They discuss pressing topics such as Israel, immigration, Ukraine, Islamism, and the rise of Reform UK, aiming to offer a common-sense perspective on how to bring the West back from the brink. The show features a variety of guests and is produced from the edge of current events.
Episodes
Screen addiction will destroy the West | Sophie Winkleman
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com In this episode of The Brink, Jake is joined by actress and royal family member Sophie Winkleman to explore how smartphones, social media and artificial intelligence are transforming childhood, and why she believes technology is doing lasting damage to the next generation. Drawing on her campaign against screens in schools,
Netanyahu, Trump And The Threat Of Another War With Iran - Amos Harel
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined in Tel Aviv by veteran Israeli defence correspondent Amos Harel to examine Israel's uncertain political future, the looming threat of another war with Iran and the failures that led to October 7. Amos explores whether Benjamin Netanyahu could use renewed conflict wi
The battle for the soul of Israel… and Britain | The Brink x Haviv Rettig Gur
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this special live episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake join Israeli journalist and political analyst Haviv Rettig Gur in Jerusalem for a joint podcast to explore the future of Israel, the state of Britain, and the growing challenges facing Western democracy. Haviv examines the fallout from Israel's election, the deepe
Islamists Are Inside Our Institutions - Nick Timothy MP
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by Conservative MP and Shadow Justice Secretary Nick Timothy to examine the growing influence of Islamism in Britain and what he believes is a serious threat to the country's future.Nick reveals how he uncovered a controversy surrounding the government's new def
Mike Graham: Fake News, Media Bias And The Death Of Journalism
To celebrate one year of The Brink, we're offering 50% off your first three months of a paid subscription! Claim your exclusive anniversary offer here: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com/brinkone In this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by broadcaster Mike Graham to discuss his controversial departure from Talk TV, the rise of independent media, and why he believes Britain’s
Warning from a British Muslim: ‘There’s a cancer in my community’ - Fiyaz Mughal
To celebrate one year of The Brink, we're offering 50% off your first three months of a paid subscription! Claim your exclusive anniversary offer here: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com/brinkone In this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by British Muslim activist and counter-extremism campaigner Fiyaz Mughal for a live discussion at the Battle of Ideas in London about the gro
‘Britain Has Betrayed Israel’ Former British Diplomat Head of Palestinian Issues
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com In this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by former British diplomat Ameer Kotecha, who resigned from the Foreign Office after becoming disillusioned with Britain's foreign policy. Drawing on his experience at the British Embassy in Tel Aviv, Ameer reveals why he believes Labour has squandered Britain'
Demographic Change: The most dangerous debate in politics | Colin Brazier
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com In this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by veteran broadcaster Colin Brazier to explore Britain's demographic crisis, declining birth rates and whether the country is losing its sense of national identity. Colin argues that mass immigration, shrinking families and the decline of Christianity are fundamen
The end of Netanyahu? Everything you need to know about Israel's Biggest Election In A Generation - Nadav Eyal
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by Israeli journalist and political analyst Nadav Eyal to explore what could be Israel’s most consequential election in a generation, and whether Benjamin Netanyahu’s time in power is finally coming to an end. Nadav breaks down the battle between Netanyahu and Gadi Eise
The West Forgotten How to Lead…From Napoleon to Trump - Andrew Roberts
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of The Brink, Jake is joined by historian Lord Andrew Roberts to ask what history can teach us about leadership in an increasingly dangerous world. Drawing on his new book Napoleon and His Marshals, Andrew explores how Napoleon inspired extraordinary loyalty, built a military elite around him and ultimately cr
‘Nothing Prepared Us For What Came After October 7’ - Shawn Eni
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com In this episode of The Brink, Shawn Eni, the man behind the viral Mossad parody account, joins us to reflect on October 7 and the information war that has followed. Shawn explains how humour became a weapon against antisemitism and anti-Israel conspiracy theories, why he believes Israel is losing the battle for the next gene
Neo-Nazi influencer: I was brainwashed and I'm sorry
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com In this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by former US Marine Lucas Gage to tell the extraordinary story of how he descended into white nationalism and antisemitism, and how he eventually found his way out. Lucas traces his radicalisation from serving in Iraq after 9/11 to conspiracy theories, Mein Kampf and y
Burnham’s Labour is Palestine First
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com In this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake react to the Labour Party conference and what it reveals about the direction of the government. They discuss Labour’s increasingly hostile approach to Israel, Ed Miliband’s sanctions policy, Shabana Mahmood’s immigration plans and the potential consequences for Britain’s national
'I saw the Houthis up close...they’re a danger to Europe' Middle Expert Warns
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com In this episode of The Brink, Jake is joined by Middle East security expert Michael Knights to explore how the Houthis have grown from a ragtag Yemeni militia into one of Iran’s most heavily armed regional partners. Drawing on his firsthand experience in Yemen, Michael describes the Houthis’ treatment of civilians, their mil
“I’m Afraid Of Britain’s Islamists” Moderate Muslim Calls Out Extremism
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com In this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by Loay Alshareef to discuss radical Islam, antisemitism, and why he believes the West has failed to understand the threat posed by the Muslim Brotherhood. Drawing on his own journey from radicalism to becoming an outspoken Muslim supporter of Israel, Loay explains why
Islamists, progressives, far-right: who are the real heirs to Hitler?
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by historian Roger Moorhouse to ask what became of fascism after the Second World War, and whether its influence can still be seen in politics today.From Nazi influence in the Arab world and the rise of Islamism to Putin’s Russia and Donald Trump’s America, Roger explor
From The KGB To Gaza: How Soviet Propaganda Survived
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by Izabella Tabarovsky to explore how some of today’s most powerful accusations against Israel have their roots in Soviet propaganda.Izabella traces claims of genocide, apartheid, and “Zionism is racism” back to Soviet campaigns designed to portray Israel as racist, col
The lies we believed about jihadism after 9/11
In this episode of View from the Brink, Jake Wallis Simons reflects on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and asks how the West has become increasingly confused about the difference between its friends and its enemies.Jake traces the consequences of September 11th through Afghanistan, Iraq, and the rise of jihadism, arguing that while the West fought Islamist extremism abroad, its propagandists became i
Dan Hodges: Is this the slow end of Nigel Farage?
In this episode of The Brink, Andrew is joined by political commentator Dan Hodges for a wide-ranging conversation about Labour’s sanctions against Israel, the growing crisis inside Reform UK and why he believes Nigel Farage’s grip on the party may be approaching its end.Hodges begins by examining the political calculation behind Andy Burnham’s approach to Israel. He argues that Labour is attempti
Dover Protests, Tucker Carlson, Nick Fuentes and Britain's Right – Daniel Finkelstein
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by Lord Daniel Finkelstein for a wide-ranging conversation about the rise of populism, the far right, and the growing threat of political extremism across Britain, Europe, and the United States.Drawing on his own family's experience of Nazism and Stalinism, Finkelstein
Rock ‘n' Roll's disturbing hatred of Israel - David Draiman
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew is joined by David Draiman, frontman of Disturbed, for a deeply personal conversation about October 7th, antisemitism, Israel and why he has refused to remain silent despite the potential cost to his career.Drawing on his own experiences of antisemitism and his family's history, from grand
The Dysfunctional Department of War: Pentagon in Disarray Over Explosive Leaks
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of View from The Brink, Andrew Fox examines a growing crisis inside the Pentagon, asking whether Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth’s drive for loyalty and ideological control is beginning to undermine the military effectiveness of the United States.Andrew examines Hegseth’s transformation of the Pentagon itself,
The Arab Case for Israel with Hussain Abdul-Hussain
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of The Brink, Jake is joined by Hussain Abdul-Hussain, author of The Arab Case for Israel, for a fascinating conversation about Israel, the Arab world, and why he believes peace requires a fundamental change in the way the Middle East thinks about politics, identity, and prosperity.Growing up between Saddam Hu
The Middle East, Zionism and The West’s New “Religion”
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by bestselling historian and author Simon Sebag Montefiore for a sweeping conversation about the history of the Middle East and his new book, The Cauldron: The Making of the Modern Middle East.Sebag challenges many of the assumptions shaping today's debates about Israel
“I Was Brainwashed Into Hating Jews” | Ayaan Hirsi Ali
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of The Brink, Jake is joined by author and activist Ayaan Hirsi Ali for a wide-ranging conversation about Islam, antisemitism, Israel, and what she sees as a crisis of confidence across Western civilisation.Drawing on her own journey from growing up as a Muslim to leaving Islam and more recently converting to
Migrant R*pes Old Man Outside a Church…Where’s The Outrage?
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of View from The Brink, Jake tackles one of the most difficult issues facing Britain today: illegal migration, border control, and the growing public anger over the way the system is being managed.Jake examines the scale and cost of small boat crossings, as well as a series of serious criminal and terrorist ca
Allister Heath: Why I’m at war with Restore Britain
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com/In this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by journalist and commentator Allister Heath for a conversation about the battle for the future of the British right, the rise of Restore, and why he believes conservatism risks being consumed by a new form of ethno-nationalism.Following his explosive intervention agai
Are White People More British?
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake sit down for a conversation about British identity, immigration, and the growing battle over the future of the political right. The discussion examines the rise of ethno-nationalism and the rhetoric surrounding Rupert Lowe and Restore, asking where legitimate concerns about mass i
Oxford Professor Exposes The Crisis Inside Britain's Universities
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com/In this episode of The Brink, Andrew is joined by historian Lawrence Goldman, former Oxford professor and Executive Editor of History Reclaimed, for a wide-ranging conversation on the crisis facing universities, the rewriting of British history, and the growing influence of ideology in academia.Drawing on more than four deca
The truth behind the Ceuta migrant invasion...
Watch the full uncut monologue HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com/In this solo episode of The Brink, Andrew Fox examines the extraordinary events unfolding in Ceuta, where tens of thousands of migrants crossed into Spanish territory in just 24 hours. But was this really an invasion of Europe, or something far more calculated?Andrew breaks down the competing explanations behind the crisis,
Former Green Beret: Trump Is Repeating America's Biggest Mistake
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com/p/former-green-beret-trump-is-repeating?r=63dafpIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by former United States Army Special Forces officer Mike Nelson for an in-depth assessment of the war with Iran, the strategic dilemmas facing the Trump administration, and whether the United States entered the conflict w
Burnham v Thatcher
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this solo episode of The Brink, Jake reflects on the political earthquake following Andy Burnham's rise to the premiership, asking what it means for Britain, the West, and the future of conservatism.Jake argues that Burnham's vision represents a return to the failed ideas of the 1970s, contrasting Britain's economic decline before
The Myths of Gaza and The End of Bibi
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com/In this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by Israeli author and former Knesset member Einat Wilf for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of Israel, the ideology driving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the country's political future after Benjamin Netanyahu.Wilf argues that the conflict has never fu
Are the wheels coming off Reform? Nadim Zahawi
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/thebrinkpodcast/p/are-the-wheels-coming-off-reform?r=63dafp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=trueIn this episode of The Brink, Jake is joined by businessman and former Cabinet minister Nadhim Zahawi for a conversation on immigration, political Islam, the future of the British right, and why he made th
Muslim Expert Warns: Get Extremists Out Of Britain
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/thebrinkpodcast/p/muslim-expert-warns-get-extremists?r=63dafp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=trueIn this episode of The Brink, Jake is joined by Emirati journalist, author, and political strategist Amjad Taha for a wide-ranging conversation on the rise of political Islam in the West, the influence o
The Secret Power Struggle Tearing Iran Apart
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com/In this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by Iran expert Kasra Aarabi to examine the state of the Iranian regime after the recent conflict with Israel and the United States, and to ask whether the Islamic Republic is weaker than it appears.Drawing on sources inside Iran and years of research into the Islamic R
Is there a silver lining to Trump’s deal? | The Brink reacts
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/thebrinkpodcast/p/is-there-a-silver-lining-to-trumps?r=63dafp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=trueIn this bonus episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake unpack the fallout from Donald Trump’s proposed Iran deal and ask whether the United States has just handed a major strategic victory to the Iranian re
Media ‘Gazaology’ exposed: Former AP journalist Matti Friedman
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com/p/media-gazaology-exposed-former-ap?r=63dafpIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by journalist and author Matti Friedman for a wide-ranging conversation on media bias, anti-Semitism, propaganda, and the growing gap between reality and perception in the coverage of Israel.Drawing on decades of experience r
Gad Saad: Suicidal Empathy and the Slow Death of the West
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/thebrinkpodcast/p/gad-saad-suicidal-empathy-and-the?r=63dafp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=trueIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by evolutionary psychologist, bestselling author, and podcast host Gad Saad to discuss his new book, Suicidal Empathy, and the ideas he believes ar
Francis Foster: Henry Nowak Proves Britain Is Broken
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/thebrinkpodcast/p/francis-foster-henry-nowak-proves?r=63dafp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=trueIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by comedian, commentator, and Triggernometry co-host Francis Foster for a wide-ranging conversation on identity politics, education, free speech, a
“America is losing…” Trump’s former Iran expert Elliott Abrams
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.comIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by former US Special Representative for Iran Elliott Abrams for a wide-ranging conversation on the aftermath of the Iran war, Donald Trump’s foreign policy, and the future of American power in the Middle East.We examine the state of Iran’s nuclear programme after the 12
The Brink in Somaliland: Rageh Omar on Israel and the new scramble for Africa
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/thebrinkpodcast/p/the-brink-in-somaliland-rageh-omar?r=63dafp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=trueIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by journalist and broadcaster Rageh Omaar for a conversation from Hargeisa on the extraordinary story of Somaliland and why this unrecognised stat
“Which is worse…Piers Morgan or the BBC?” Julia Hartley-Brewer on the media collapse
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/thebrinkpodcast/p/the-real-reason-british-politics?r=63dafp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=trueIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by broadcaster and journalist Julia Hartley-Brewer. The discussion begins with the mounting pressure on Keir Starmer, with Julia arguing that his le
“I Was No Friend Of Israel… Then I Went There” | Claire Fox On The Collapse Of Britain
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/thebrinkpodcast/p/i-was-no-friend-of-israel-then-i?r=63dafp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=trueIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by Claire Fox for a wide-ranging conversation on Britain’s political realignment, the rise of populism, free speech, and the cultural fallout from O
“We’ve Got to Fight Back” | Katharine Birbalsingh Sounds the Alarms
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/thebrinkpodcast/p/weve-got-to-fight-back-katharine?r=63dafp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=trueIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by Katharine Birbalsingh to discuss education, culture and the pressing crisis facing young people today.Their conversation begins with a fundamenta
Can The West Survive Its Own Tolerance? (And can Keir Starmer survive at all?) With Daniel Hannan
In this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by Daniel Hannan for a wide-ranging conversation on freedom, identity, and the political challenges facing Britain today.The discussion begins with a debate around freedom of worship and the place of Islam in a liberal society. We explore how questions of integration, national security, and cultural confidence are increasingly colliding in m
‘Hezbollah is the enemy of humanity’ | Lebanese expert Makram Rabah
In this episode of The Brink, Andrew is joined by Lebanese historian and political analyst Makram Rabah for a deep dive into Hezbollah, Iran’s regional influence, and the fragile state of Lebanon.The conversation explores how Hezbollah has evolved from a militant group into a dominant political and military force within Lebanon, and what that means for the country’s sovereignty. Rabah explains how
Who’s the real winner? Air Marshal Edward Stringer on Iran, NATO & Western Decline
Watch the full and ad-free interview HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/thebrinkpodcast/p/whos-the-real-winner-air-marshal?r=63dafp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=trueIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by Air Marshall Edward Stringer, for a timely and wide-ranging conversation on Iran, NATO, and the future of Western power.We explore the ques
Why do feminists have a problem with Jews? | Zoe Strimpel
In this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake discuss modern feminism, anti-Semitism, and the contradictions in contemporary culture with journalist and academic Zoe Strimpel.Strimpel shares her shocking experience visiting an anti-Semitic art exhibit in Margate, describing the disturbing imagery and rhetoric. She challenges the artist, raising questions about political expression, hate, instituti
‘What would Thatcher do?’ Iran, Islam, Trump and Reform with Charles Moore
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/thebrinkpodcast/p/what-would-thatcher-do-iran-islam?r=63dafp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=trueIn this episode of The Brink, we sit down with Charles Moore, former editor of The Daily Telegraph and The Spectator, and the definitive biographer of Margaret Thatcher, to examine a West in crisis.With g
“You Can’t Even Debate This” UK’s Islamism Problem, with former ambassador to Saudi Sir John Jenkins
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/thebrinkpodcast/p/you-cant-even-debate-this-uks-islamism?r=63dafp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=trueIn this episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by former British diplomat and intelligence expert John Jenkins for a deep dive into the influence of Islamism, the Muslim Brotherhood, and th
Lionel Shriver: Sectarian Muslim voting is changing our country
In this episode of The Brink, we are joined by Lionel Shriver for a wide-ranging conversation anchored in the results of the Gorton and Denton by-election and what they reveal about the changing political landscape in Britain.Using the by-election as a starting point, we explore how immigration, identity politics, and cultural division are reshaping British politics. Lionel reflects on the growing
“The West must suffer to wake up”: Ukraine war snapper on the horror he saw first hand
In this bonus episode of The Brink, recorded in Kyiv, Andrew and Jake speak with American photojournalist Christopher Occhicone, who has spent years documenting the war in Ukraine from the front line.Chris explains what it is like to report from the battlefield with nothing but a camera, capturing the brutal realities of trench warfare, drone attacks, and the human cost of the conflict. Having wor
MI6 Spymaster Reveals The Shadow War in Iran
In this episode of The Brink, we are joined by Richard Dearlove, former Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service, for a wide-ranging conversation about intelligence, geopolitics, and the mounting confrontation between the West and the Iranian regime.Sir Richard draws on decades of experience at the heart of Britain’s intelligence community to explain how the current crisis with Iran should be unde
What the Royal Navy’s shame says about Britain - Tom Sharpe OBE
In this episode of The Brink, we are joined by military analyst and former Royal Navy officer Tom Sharpe to examine Britain’s response to the escalating crisis in the Middle East and the deeper problems facing the UK’s armed forces.We begin by looking at the current military situation around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, including the role of naval deployments, missile threats, and the strategic
Iran War: How the UN has been hijacked with Hillel Neuer
In this episode of The Brink, we are joined by Hillel Neuer to examine the role of the United Nations during the escalating crisis in Iran and to ask whether the institution is still capable of acting as a moral authority in world affairs.Hillel argues that the UN’s response to the Iranian uprising has exposed deep structural problems within the organisation. While tens of thousands of protesters
CIA Iran expert: This war will change global power
In this episode of The Brink, we sit down with Norman Roule to unpack the unfolding war with Iran and the strategic thinking behind the campaign against the Islamic Republic.We discuss how the military operation has unfolded so far, why Iran’s response has followed a predictable pattern of drones and ballistic missiles, and what the campaign reveals about the strengths and weaknesses of the Irania
The War the Mainstream Media Doesn’t Show You: The Brink in Ukraine
Watch the full uncut interview HERE: https://open.substack.com/pub/thebrinkpodcast/p/the-war-the-mainstream-media-doesnt?r=63dafp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=trueIn this special episode of The Brink, recorded in Kyiv to mark the fourth anniversary of Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion, Andrew and Jake bring you a powerful double interview from the front line o
The Real Reason Israel Is Targeted - Haviv Rettig Gur
In this episode of The Brink, we are joined by Haviv Rettig Gur for a wide-ranging and deeply probing conversation about why Israel is so disproportionately hated, and what that hostility reveals about the state of the West.We begin with the disruption of Haviv’s lecture at Haverford College, where keffiyeh-clad activists attempted to shut down a talk on Jewish history and the charge of settler co
The Brutal & Honest Truth About Warfare in Gaza
In this episode of The Brink, Andrew is in the hot seat as we discuss his new report for the Henry Jackson Society, Tactical Lessons from Gaza, a detailed and highly praised analysis of the war and what Western militaries can learn from it. The report has been read and commended by senior military figures around the world, including four-star generals in the United States, Canada, and Australia.An
Trump’s true strategy on Iran | Bonus episode
In this bonus episode Andrew and Jake were on Iran International for a special joint appearance on the London based anti regime television channel, bringing the podcast’s analysis directly to an Iranian audience watching from inside the country and across the diaspora.In a wide ranging conversation with Iranian presenter Negar Mojtahedi, who herself is on the regime’s death list, we discuss the br
What Sir Trevor Phillips really thinks about his old friend Peter Mandelson
In this episode of The Brink, we are joined by Sir Trevor Phillips, writer and broadcaster, for a wide-ranging and deeply revealing conversation about power, loyalty, identity, and the moral state of Britain.We begin with the explosive recent revelations surrounding Peter Mandelson and his association with Jeffrey Epstein. Sir Trevor speaks candidly about friendship, loyalty, and where moral lines
Iran Bloodbath: Why is the media silent?
Don't forget to claim your free one-month trial here: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com/newyeartrial In this episode of The Brink, we are joined by Atbin Moayedi & Haleh Blake to examine the unfolding catastrophe in Iran, where the death toll from the latest nationwide uprising has risen above 30,000 while much of the Western media remains largely silent.They have been working relentlessly
‘Final Hostages Are Home’ Palestinian Who Escaped from Hamas Speaks Out About Gaza’s Future
Don't forget to claim your free one-month trial here: https://thebrinkpodcast.substack.com/newyeartrial In this episode of The Brink, we are joined by Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib, a Gaza-born analyst and one of the most prominent moderate Palestinian voices. Drawing on his upbringing in Gaza and his work today as a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, Ahmed offers a rare and deeply personal account of
Brendan O’Neill & Rachel Riley - The West’s Antisemitism Crisis | The Brink Live
In this special live episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake are joined by Rachel Riley and Brendan O’Neill for a powerful and often confrontational discussion about antisemitism, Holocaust memory, and the moral collapse of Western institutions since October 7.We begin with the alarming decline of Holocaust education in British schools and ask why Jewish history is increasingly treated as a provocat
MUST WATCH: Michael Gove Slams “centrist dads” Rory Stewart and Alastair Campbell
In this episode of The Brink, we sit down with Michael Gove, former Cabinet minister and one of the most influential figures in modern British politics, for a wide-ranging and unusually frank conversation about power, ideology, and the state of the country.Michael reflects on the dramatic realignment of British politics, from high-profile defections to Reform UK and the collapse of the old centris
Inside Iran: Everything The Legacy Media Won’t Tell You
In this episode of The Brink, Iranian researcher and analyst Kasra Aarabi joins us. He has extensive networks within Iran’s protest movement and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, offering a sobering and urgent account of the situation on the ground.Drawing on documents obtained from inside IRGC headquarters and direct contact with protest leaders, our guest explains how the regime’s vast infr
Kwasi Kwarteng: I’d do a better job than Rachel Reeves!
In this episode of The Brink, we sit down with Kwasi Kwarteng, former Chancellor of the Exchequer, for a wide-ranging and unusually candid conversation about power, politics, and the realities of governing Britain.Kwasi reflects on his dramatic rise and fall in office, the chaos surrounding the mini-budget, and what it was really like to be at the centre of one of the most turbulent moments in mod
New Year on The Brink: War, Lies, Power and the Collapse of Trust
In this special end of year episode of The Brink, Andrew and Jake look back on 2025, reflecting on the moments, conversations, and events that defined the year and shaped the world we are heading into in 2026.We revisit some of the standout interviews from the past twelve months, including conversations with Yoav Gallant, Yossi Cohen, Bari Weiss, Tom Holland, Neil Ferguson, and Nick Timothy. From
Bernard-Henri Lévy - 'Trump Is Splitting The West and The Jihadis Know It!'
In this episode of The Brink, we’re joined by French philosopher, writer, and public intellectual Bernard-Henri Lévy for a wide ranging conversation about the fate of the West, the wars in Ukraine and Israel, and the values now under threat across liberal democracies.Bernard explains why Ukraine and Israel are fighting the same battle against the same enemies, and why Russia, Iran, Hamas, and radi
Revealed: How British and European taxes fund Hamas
In this episode of The Brink, we’re joined by Anne Herzberg, Legal Adviser at NGO Monitor, to examine how international NGOs have become deeply entangled with Hamas in Gaza and how Western taxpayer money has been misused as a result.Anne walks us through explosive findings based on Hamas documents seized by the IDF, revealing how aid organisations were monitored, infiltrated, and manipulated throu
Ed Husain: Is Islam compatible with the West?
In this episode of The Brink, we’re joined by Ed Husain, author of The Islamist and Among the Mosques, to explore the roots of Islamist extremism, the rise of the Muslim Brotherhood, and what has gone wrong inside parts of Britain’s Muslim community.Ed traces the movement’s origins from Hassan al-Banna and Sayyid Qutb through to modern-day Hamas, explaining how fascist ideas, humiliation after emp
‘It’s activism masquerading as journalism’: Former Sky newsreader and director of BBC TV speak out
In this episode of The Brink, we’re joined by Colin Brazier, former Sky News presenter, and Danny Cohen, former Director of Television at the BBC, for an insider look at how Britain’s media lost its way.Drawing on decades inside Sky and the BBC, Colin and Danny explain how activism crept into journalism, how impartiality was replaced by ideology, and why both institutions now struggle with trust,
Now Europe Must Face Both Trump and Putin: War Correspondent’s First-Hand Take | David Patrikarakos
In this episode of The Brink, we’re joined by David Patrikarakos, foreign correspondent and author of War in 140 Characters, for a gripping conversation on the end of the Pax Americana, the future of Ukraine, and the rise of a new global order.David explains why he argues that Putin’s invasion is not just about territory, but about rewriting the rules of the world order. From the fall of Bretton W
Tory Defector Alan Mendoza: 'All I Care About Now Is A Reform Win'
In this episode of The Brink, we sit down with Alan Mendoza, Executive Director of the Henry Jackson Society and newly appointed Chief Adviser on Global Affairs for Reform UK. Alan reflects on his political journey from lifelong Conservative to joining Reform, and why he believes Britain needs bold, radical change to confront the crises it faces at home and abroad.We talk about the decline of the
Nick Timothy MP - We Must Stop The Islamist Takeover of Britain
In this episode of The Brink, we sit down with Nick Timothy, Conservative MP and former Downing Street adviser, for a powerful conversation about extremism, free speech, and the cultural challenges reshaping Britain.We begin with the recent Aston Villa controversy, where Israeli fans were banned from attending a match against Maccabi Tel Aviv. Nick explains what this decision reveals about fear, c
Nigel Biggar: Slavery, Empire and The Tyranny of Guilt
In this episode of The Brink, we sit down with Lord Nigel Biggar, theologian, ethicist, and author, for a fearless examination of Britain’s imperial past and the moral panic surrounding slavery, reparations, and “decolonisation.”We discuss the truth about Cecil Rhodes and the “Rhodes Must Fall” movement, how history has been distorted for ideological ends, and why modern activists are waging war o
Sir Niall Ferguson: “We’ve Torn Up the Foundations of Our Civilisation”
In this episode of The Brink, we sit down with historian and writer Niall Ferguson for a sweeping conversation on the West’s cultural and moral decline, from the rise of radical progressivism and Islamist ideology to the erosion of faith, patriotism, and social cohesion.Ferguson traces how Western elites, having abandoned Christianity and traditional values, opened the door to new forms of ideolog
Tom Holland - “A Civilisational Earthquake” The Fall of Christianity and Rise of Islam in the West
In this episode of The Brink, Jake sits down with Tom Holland, historian and co-host of The Rest Is History, for a profound conversation about faith, Western civilisation, and the moral roots of our culture.We explore how Christianity shaped the West’s ideas of compassion, morality, and universal values — and what happens when a society begins to forget those origins. Holland explains how the cult
‘We are deeply compromised’ Britain’s National Security Crisis with Lord Walney & MP Tom Tugendhat
In this episode of The Brink, we sit down with Lord Walney (John Woodcock) and MP Tom Tugendhat, former Security Minister, for a deep dive into Britain’s growing national security crisis. From Russian assassination plots and Chinese espionage to Iranian influence and homegrown extremism, this conversation exposes the threats the UK can no longer afford to ignore.We discuss how Britain’s institutio
