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In 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 with Iran to strengthen his political position, the challenges facing his rival Gadi Eisenkot and why Israel remains deeply divided after an inconclusive election.

Drawing on his extensive reporting and upcoming book Anatomy of Failure, Amos reveals how Israeli intelligence repeatedly underestimated Hamas despite obtaining detailed plans for the October 7 attacks, and why he believes a national inquiry is essential.The conversation also examines rising settler violence in the West Bank, the influence of Israel's far right and whether the next government can restore accountability and repair Israel's international standing.

Chapters

00:00 Israel’s Future: Netanyahu, Iran & The Battle For Power

02:47 Is Netanyahu Pushing Trump Towards Another War With Iran?

07:16 Could War Save Netanyahu’s Political Career?

09:18 Netanyahu, The Far Right & Israel’s Political Crisis

16:26 Who Is Gadi Eisenkot, The Man Challenging Netanyahu?

22:11 Why Is Netanyahu So Hated In Israel?

30:44 October 7th: How Israeli Intelligence Failed

35:57 How Hamas Planned & Executed October 7th

39:42 Settler Violence & The Reality Of The West Bank

46:25 Ethnic Cleansing, Sanctions & Israel’s International Reputation

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In 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 deepening divide between religious and secular Israelis, and why the country's political system may be struggling to hold its increasingly fractured society together. They also discuss Israel's Arab minority, the threat from Iran and the country's growing international isolation. Turning the tables, Haviv questions Andrew and Jake about rising antisemitism in Britain, mass immigration, Islamist extremism and the decline of British national identity. The conversation also explores Europe's military weakness, the rise of political extremism, social media radicalisation and whether Britain and Israel can preserve the values and institutions that hold their societies together.

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Chapters

00:00 Israel’s Future & The Crisis Facing Britain

02:16 Israel’s Election & The Battle For Its Identity

05:33 Netanyahu, Judicial Reform & Israel’s Culture War

09:55 Is Israeli Democracy Under Threat?

16:35 Why Israel Is A Nation Of Divided Tribes

21:51 The Arab Vote & Israel’s Changing Politics

28:39 Netanyahu, Iran & Israel’s Growing Isolation

32:32 Is Britain Becoming Like France?

41:55 Anti-Semitism, The Green Party & Europe’s Decline

49:23 Social Media, Radicalisation & The Future Of Western Civilisation

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In 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 definition of anti-Muslim hostility, including allegations of secret consultations, withheld records and potential conflicts of interest. He explains why he believes the definition threatens free speech and could protect extremist organisations from scrutiny.The conversation also explores the Muslim Brotherhood's alleged influence over British institutions, Labour's relationship with Muslim voters and the controversy surrounding mass Muslim prayers in Trafalgar Square.They also debate multiculturalism, religious freedom, Britain's Christian heritage and whether the country can defend its liberal values while remaining a tolerant, pluralistic society.

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Chapters

00:00 Nick Timothy On The Growing Threat Of Islamism In Britain

02:38 The Islamophobia Definition Scandal

06:27 The Secret Government Consultation

09:15 The Missing Emails & Government Cover-Up Allegations

13:06 How Extremists Gain Influence Over British Institutions

15:00 Is Britain Introducing Blasphemy Laws By Stealth?

20:16 Why Labour Is Afraid To Confront Islamism

23:43 Is Britain Facing An Existential Crisis?

29:53 Muslim Prayer In Trafalgar Square & Religious Freedom

37:48 Christianity, British Identity & The Future Of Multiculturalism

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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 political and media establishment has lost touch with ordinary people. Drawing on four decades in journalism, Mike reflects on the wild days of Fleet Street, the decline of traditional newspapers, and how political journalists have become increasingly cosy with those in power. The conversation also explores mass immigration, multiculturalism, free speech, and the growing public anger over Britain's changing identity. They also discuss the BBC's declining credibility, the rise of fake news and AI-generated misinformation, Reform UK, government surveillance, and whether independent media can restore the public's trust in journalism.

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Chapters

00:00 Mike Graham On Free Speech & Cancel Culture

02:36 The Truth Behind Mike Graham’s TalkTV Exit

05:09 Multiculturalism, Immigration & Britain’s Changing Identity

07:40 Why Britain Is Afraid Of Free Speech

10:07 From Fleet Street To Independent Media

13:29 How Mike Graham Got His Break At The Sun

18:38 The Wild West Of British Journalism

23:15 How Politicians & Journalists Became Too Close

28:30 Alastair Campbell & The Rise Of Media Manipulation

33:50 Social Media, The BBC & The Battle For Trust

40:27 Nigel Farage, Reform & Media Double Standards

46:47 Why Mike Graham Refuses To Vote

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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 growing threat of Islamism in Britain. Drawing on over two decades of experience tackling extremism, Fiyaz warns that the Muslim Brotherhood and radical Islamist ideologies have gained influence within British Muslim communities, while successive governments have failed to confront the problem.

The conversation explores rising antisemitism after October 7th, the influence of Saudi Arabia and Qatar, and why Fiyaz believes political leaders are allowing extremists to silence moderate Muslim voices. They also discuss integration, free speech, and whether Britain can confront Islamist extremism before another major terrorist attack.

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Chapters

00:00 The Growing Threat Of Islamism In Britain

02:27 The Diversity Of British Muslim Communities

06:43 Who Really Speaks For British Muslims?

09:08 Anti-Semitism, Hamas & Extremism After October 7th

15:18 How The Muslim Brotherhood Gained Influence In Britain

20:50 The Muslim Brotherhood’s Ideology & Ambitions

29:00 How Saudi Arabia Exported Salafism

36:55 Why British Islam Has A Leadership Vacuum

42:40 Why More British Muslims Aren’t Speaking Out 4

9:49 Can Britain Defeat Islamist Extremism?

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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's influence in Israel, damaged vital intelligence relationships and put domestic political interests ahead of national security. The conversation also exposes what Ameer describes as a culture of DEI and virtue signalling within the Foreign Office, and asks whether Britain's diplomatic establishment has lost sight of its most important duty: serving the national interest.

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Chapters

00:00 How Britain Turned Its Back On Israel

02:39 Inside The British Embassy In Tel Aviv

06:10 How Britain Squandered Its Influence In Israel

10:28 The Diplomatic Fallout Of Sanctioning Israel

17:58 Who Is Really To Blame For Britain’s Israel Policy?

21:19 Is Labour’s Israel Policy Driven By Votes?

26:28 Inside Britain’s Decision To Recognise Palestine

34:02 Is Britain Putting Its National Security At Risk?

38:02 Why The Foreign Office Has Lost Its Way

42:52 DEI, Whitehall & The Crisis In British Diplomacy

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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 fundamentally transforming British society, often without public consent. Drawing on his upbringing in Bradford, he examines the consequences for social cohesion, national identity and future generations. The conversation also explores the crisis facing the Church of England, why Israel is bucking the West's demographic decline, and whether Britain can rediscover the values of faith, family and community before it's too late.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:22 The Demographic Change Nobody Wants To Discuss

04:51 Why Are Birth Rates Collapsing?

08:28 The Hidden Cost Of Having Fewer Children

10:05 Immigration, Race & Britain’s Changing Population

17:15 Does It Matter If White Britons Become A Minority?

25:18 Bradford, Immigration & The Breakdown Of Communities

31:33 Is Britain Abandoning Its Christian Heritage?

39:52 Why Religion Needs Tradition & Authenticity

43:30 What Israel Can Teach Britain About Birth Rates

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In 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 Eisenkot, the growing influence of Israel’s far right, and why Arab parties could hold the key to the next government. The conversation also examines the political fallout from October 7, conspiracy theories dividing Israeli society, the ultra-Orthodox military conscription debate, and why even an electoral defeat for Netanyahu might not be enough to remove him from power.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:52 What’s Really At Stake for Israel?

06:57 October 7th, Netanyahu & The Conspiracy Theories

14:30 Can Israel Repair Its Global Reputation?

21:11 How Israel’s Electoral System Works

25:19 Netanyahu, Eisenkot & The Three Political Blocs

30:14 Why Arab Parties Could Decide the Election

33:26 The Rise of Israel’s Far Right

39:03 Mansour Abbas & The Future of Arab Politics

47:18 The Ultra-Orthodox, Conscription & Netanyahu’s Path to Victory

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In 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 created rivalries that helped undermine his empire. The conversation moves from Napoleon and Churchill to Thatcher, Reagan and Trump, as Andrew examines the crisis of leadership in the West and the parallels he sees with the 1930s. They also discuss antisemitism in Britain, the rewriting of history, Holocaust denial and why understanding the past matters more than ever.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:46 Are We Living Through The 1930s Again?

04:52 Anti-Semitism, Britain & The Green Party

08:44 The West’s Crisis Of Leadership

12:55 Is Britain Prepared For War?

18:51 Napoleon & His Extraordinary Marshals

22:27 How Napoleon Inspired Loyalty & Rivalry

27:52 How Napoleon’s Leadership Began To Unravel

32:10 Waterloo & The Fall Of Napoleon

39:48 Churchill, Thatcher & Trump: Lessons In Leadership

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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 generation, and what the West still fails to understand about the online war surrounding Gaza. He also reveals what happened when the real Mossad finally got in touch…

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Chapters

00:00 The Man Behind The Fake Mossad

03:17 Remembering October 7th

10:35 Finding Humour After October 7th

13:39 How The Fake Mossad Account Began

17:01 When Reality Became Harder To Satirise

19:12 Israel’s Online Information War

23:00 Is Israel Losing The Next Generation?

25:07 Can Humour Change The Narrative?

32:40 Why Israel Struggled With Online Messaging

39:29 Israel, The West & The Jewish Diaspora

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