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The American midterm results offer a glimmer of hope that the tide may be turning against Trump, corruption and the politics of division. But how did standing up for equality, human rights and basic compassion become so controversial? Plus, callers discuss the influence of billionaires, the cost of living and political corruption, as well as efforts to reclaim Christianity from the far right. Is this a turning point, or just the beginning of a much longer fight? This episode was recorded on the 5th of November. James O'Brien Daily is a Global production, available every week day on Global Player, or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

Donald Trump has suffered an extraordinary electoral defeat, with Democrats making gains far beyond expectations. But is this a rejection of Trump's racism, corruption and attacks on democracy, or have voters simply had enough of the cost of living? James hears from callers in Britain and America as he struggles to balance joy at the result with concern about what comes next. Plus, LBC's America correspondent Simon Marks explains the scale of the Democratic victory, what it means for Trump's remaining presidency and why some of the powerful figures who backed him could now face serious scrutiny. This episode was recorded on the 4th of November. James O'Brien Daily is a Global production, available every week day on Global Player, or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

James is back to answer your questions about absolutely anything! From his favourite way to watch a film to his surprising past as the Daily Mail’s video games critic, this series gives you the chance to find out more about the man behind the microphone on LBC. James also creates his fantasy Cabinet - with Martin Lewis, Carol Vorderman and Michael Sheen all getting a call-up - as well as recalling the horror of witnessing his 'manboobs' on-screen at an IMAX cinema. Got a question, idea or request for James? Or maybe you even want to play Crossplay with him? Email [email protected] to get in touch. You can also WhatsApp or voicenote your question to 07879809731. No question is off limits… although James reserves the right to tell you to wind your neck in. Ask James Anything is a Global production. You can subscribe via Global Player or join via YouTube - and you can enjoy a 7 day free trial right now.

Are migrants being valued for the work they do, or simply what they earn? Shabana Mahmood’s plans to make people wait longer for permanent settlement are under scrutiny, with questions over the Government’s £10 billion savings claim and the families facing an uncertain future. Plus, how much will voters forgive Donald Trump? Despite January 6th, his lies and attacks on democracy, he won back the White House. Is the cost of living outweighing moral concerns, and are voters becoming easier to manipulate? This episode was recorded on the 3rd of November. James O'Brien Daily is a Global production, available every week day on Global Player, or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

Shabana Mahmood wants to make migrants wait longer before they can settle permanently in Britain. But why is a Labour government making life harder for people who work, pay taxes and help keep essential services running? James questions the logic behind the proposals and hears from callers whose jobs, families and futures could be affected. Plus, should Britain apologise and offer reparations for its role in the slave trade? As the debate gathers pace, James asks whether historical accountability, education and transparency might matter more. This episode was recorded on the 2nd of November. James O'Brien Daily is a Global production, available every week day on Global Player, or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

The world’s biggest crypto exchange has lost $6.3 billion in a record hack, which has reportedly been blamed on North Korea. But what purpose does the crypto currency actually serve for humanity and is it morally good or bad? Then, MPs say the government’s plan to reverse rising obesity rates is doomed to fail, and James asks why Britain has such a problem and why it’s so hard to fix. This episode was recorded on the 30th of October. James O’Brien Daily is a Global production, available every week day on Global Player, or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

The day after John Healey’s Budget was announced, James asks callers to tell him something thoughtful and insightful about what it actually means for them. Then, with tax on property income for buy-to-let landlords rising, should we feel sorry for those landlords? And what are people's personal experiences of renting and the current system. This episode was recorded on the 29th of October. James O’Brien Daily is a Global production, available every week day on Global Player, or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

On Budget day, James asks listeners to tell him what a Budget has actually done for them. Positive or negative, what real outcomes has the public had in the past? Then, the Equality and Human Rights Commission wants workers to have the legal right to ask what their colleagues are paid. But is right for to have full transparency for wages and if so, how would it actually be implemented? This episode was recorded on the 28th of October. James O’Brien Daily is a Global production, available every week day on Global Player, or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

In the first ever Ask James Anything, James O'Brien tackles your questions on everything from Celebrity Traitors and Halloween costumes to how to talk to people whose politics you profoundly disagree with. There’s also a moving conversation about grief, migration and keeping the lines of communication open - plus an unexpected studio blackout and the small matter of whether James might make a brilliant Faithful… or an even better Traitor. If you’ve got a question for James, email it to [email protected]. You can also WhatsApp or voicenote your question to 07879809731. No question is off limits… although James reserves the right to tell you to wind your neck in. Ask James Anything is a Global production. You can subscribe via Global Player and try a 7 day free trial right now. Listen or watch on Global Player or YouTube now.

The chancellor is expected to use tomorrow's budget to lift the tax-free allowance so the poorest pensioners don't get taxed on their triple-lock increase. For some, £489 a year is loose change down the back of the sofa. For others, it's the difference between having the heating on and not. What is it actually like to live on a state pension and what do those pensioners wish they had known in the past? Plus, Jamie Oliver’s wife Jools Oliver has revealed that she has been diagnosed with autism and ADHD, saying that not understanding her neurodivergence “ruined” her life for 45 years. James has spoken many times on this show about the effects of ADHD but what about the later in life diagnosis of autism? What does the diagnosis actually mean and how much does it alleviate people's personal experiences? This episode was recorded on the 27th of October. James O'Brien Daily is a Global production, available every week day on Global Player, or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said everything has changed since Brexit and that it's time for an honest discussion about a return to free movement, with an EU-UK summit looming on the 20th of November... but could the freedom of movement conversation be made toxic all over again, by the very same people as before? Plus, Sylvester Stallone says you're not a good parent if you haven't performed a little nepotism. James agrees and tells the story of the connection that got him his first break in journalism. So when exactly does nepotism become a problem? This episode was recorded on the 26th of October. James O'Brien Daily is a Global production, available every week day on Global Player, or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

Welcome to James Reacts, where James O'Brien delves into the LBC archives, reacts to stories that he didn’t get a chance to discuss on his LBC radio show, as well as weird and wonderful viral moments on the internet! In this episode, James reacts to questionable erotic fiction from the political world, Elon Musk’s idea of a “historically accurate” Odyssey, and a TikTok impression that leaves him distinctly unconvinced. If you’ve got something that you'd love James to react to - whether it's a clip or a news story - you can email it to [email protected]. You can also WhatsApp your suggestions to 07879809731. James Reacts is a Global production. You can subscribe via Global Player and try a 7 day free trial right now. Listen or watch on Global Player or YouTube now.

James O’Brien Plus is your one-stop shop for everything James O’Brien. For £4.99 a month, enjoy all four of James’s podcasts ad-free, plus exclusive bonus episodes and a bi-weekly newsletter. Every Wednesday, get a new episode of Ask James Anything, where you can put your questions directly to James. Politics, films, music, food, video games, Halloween parties - nothing is off limits. Then, on the last Monday of every month, catch James Reacts, as James revisits some of the funniest, most viral and most outrageous moments from his years on LBC, alongside stories from the month’s news cycle that he didn’t get to discuss on air. Plus, every other Friday, receive The Life O’Brien - James’s bespoke newsletter, delivered to your inbox for your weekend reading. That’s a lot of James for £4.99. To submit a question, email [email protected] or send a message or voice note to 07879 809 731. Start your seven-day free trial now on Global Player by selecting any of James’s podcasts. James O’Brien Plus is a Global production.

Is Britain right to prepare for the worst? As governments across Europe urge households to stockpile essential supplies, a debate over emergency preparedness raises questions about the growing threat of cyberattacks, power cuts and Russian aggression. Plus, the disturbing sex abuse allegations surrounding Meghan Markle’s father, Thomas Markle, raise difficult questions about what happens when allegations of this nature emerge within your own family. Thomas Markle denies the allegations, while Meghan has explained why she cut contact with her father and wanted to protect her children. This episode was recorded on the 23rd of October. James O'Brien Daily is a Global production, available every week day on Global Player, or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

Barclays has revealed £2.3bn of profit in the three months leading up to September, while at the same time around 5,000 jobs are being cut. AI is squarely in the frame to take over. So James asks his listeners the question nobody wants to answer out loud: are you next? Plus: The UK government says it is working to identify any potential exposure in its online services, after critical cyber-security flaws were identified in the PHP programming language that underpins a significant number of the world's websites... LBC's tech correspondent Will Guyatt joined to explain it all. This episode was recorded on the 22nd of October. James O'Brien Daily is a Global production, available every week day on Global Player, or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.