The Rest Is Politics
by Goalhanger
Is this your podcast?Goalhanger is an independent podcast creator known for producing insightful and engaging content across various genres. They have carved a niche in the podcasting landscape, particularly with shows that emphasize expert analysis and informe…
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Audience Interest
- current affairs in the UK
- global political issues
Podcast Focus
- analysis of international news
- debate on global issues
Publishing Consistency
- active for 4 years
- weekly or more episodes
Platform Reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- exclusive content on website
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Total monthly reach
Estimated from 33 chart positions in 33 markets.
By chart position
- 🇦🇺AU · Politics#11M to 3M
- 🇨🇦CA · Politics#8300K to 1M
- 🇩🇪DE · Politics#18300K to 1M
- 🇫🇷FR · Politics#2300K to 800K
- 🇮🇳IN · Politics#4300K to 800K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
1.3M to 4.0M🎙 Daily cadence·549 episodes·Last published 1w ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
4.4M to 13M🇦🇺22%🇨🇦7%🇩🇪7%+30 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
1.3M to 4.0M819K real followers tracked across platforms
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From 41 epsHosts
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Recent episodes
555. Burnham’s Cabinet Purge and Rough Sleeping Pledge: Will Britain's New PM Succeed?
Jul 21, 2026
57m 23s
The Secret Security Threat The Government Don’t Want Us To Know
Jul 16, 2026
18m 33s
554. Burnham’s Worldview, Trump's Ceasefire Collapse, and Advising Count Binface
Jul 15, 2026
59m 09s
553. Farage in Meltdown and The Killing of Ann Widdecombe
Jul 14, 2026
1h 04m 04s
552. Trump's Red Card Saga and Germany's Far-Right Machine
Jul 8, 2026
1h 01m 22s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/21/26 | British politicsgovernment+3 | — | SpotifyApple+2 | — | BurnhamStarmer+3 | Fuse EnergyCODE | 57m 23s | ||
| 7/16/26 | national securityclimate change+4 | Lt General Richard NugeeArthur Snell | ElementalThe Green Party+2 | — | climate threatnational security+5 | — | 18m 33s | ||
| 7/15/26 | politicsinternational relations+4 | Gabriel Zucman | — | — | Andy BurnhamTrump+5 | Fuse EnergyTRIP+ | 59m 09s | ||
| 7/14/26 | political commentarycurrent events+3 | Gabriel Zucman | — | — | Nigel FarageAnn Widdecombe+5 | Fuse EnergyTRIP+ | 1h 04m 04s | ||
| 7/8/26 | Trumpfar-right politics+4 | Mehdi Hasan | Telegraph | — | Trumpfar-right+5 | Fuse Energy | 1h 01m 22s | ||
| 7/7/26 | politicsby-elections+3 | Ben Rhodes | Murdoch press | — | FarageTrumpian+6 | Fuse EnergyCODE | 47m 49s | ||
| 7/2/26 | Nigel Faragewealth+3 | Cat Neilan | Observer | — | Nigel Faragewealth+4 | Fuse EnergySUMMER26 | 51m 17s | ||
| 7/1/26 | anti-migrant protestspolitical campaigns+4 | Malcolm Turnbull | Australia’s new centrist party | South AfricaUK | Mamdanianti-migrant+6 | Fuse EnergySUMMER26 | 45m 08s | ||
| 6/30/26 | politicslocal government+3 | Malcolm Turnbull | — | — | Andy BurnhamDonald Trump+3 | Fuse EnergyTRIP+ | 54m 21s | ||
| 6/24/26 | Russian oilNet zero+4 | Dan Jørgensen | — | UKEurope+2 | Russian oilnet zero+5 | Fuse EnergyCODE | 59m 45s | ||
| 6/11/26 | politicsdefence+4 | Odd Arne Westad | NATO | — | John HealeyKeir Starmer+6 | Fuse EnergyCODE | 39m 29s | ||
| 6/10/26 | Trump administrationWorld Cup politics+4 | Odd Arne Westad | — | US | TrumpWorld Cup+6 | Fuse EnergyCODE | 46m 02s | ||
| 6/9/26 | Iran crisisenergy crisis+4 | Odd Arne Westad | — | — | Iran crisisenergy crisis+8 | Fuse Energy | 1h 05m 30s | ||
| 6/3/26 | British politicsscandals+3 | — | SNP | — | embezzlementMandelson Texts+6 | Fuse EnergyCODE | 58m 57s | ||
| 6/2/26 | AI debatePope's influence+4 | — | Silicon ValleyLabour Party+1 | — | Pope LeoAI+6 | Fuse EnergyTRIP+ | 1h 04m 56s | ||
| 5/28/26 | political fundingReform UK+3 | Cat Neilan | Reform UKBBC+4 | — | Reform UKbillionaire+3 | Fuse EnergyCODE | 32m 25s | ||
| 5/27/26 | TrumpIsraeli Prisons+4 | — | Reform UK | — | TrumpIsraeli Prisons+6 | Fuse EnergyCODE | 49m 29s | ||
| 5/26/26 | Trump's corruptionUS Constitution+4 | — | The Rest Is Politics | USGen Z | Trumpcorruption+5 | Fuse EnergyTRIP+ | 59m 39s | ||
| 5/21/26 | Gen Zmental health+3 | Dr Lucy FoulkesShuab Gamote+1 | GoalhangerInside the Mind of a 16-year-old+2 | — | Gen Zmental health+5 | — | 23m 17s | ||
| 5/20/26 | Ebola outbreakfar-right extremism+4 | — | Reform UKConservative Party+1 | BritainChina+1 | Ebolafar-right+6 | Fuse EnergyCODE | 43m 01s | ||
| 5/19/26 | Brexit debateLabour party dynamics+3 | — | LabourReform UK | HungaryUK | Wes StreetingAndy Burnham+7 | Fuse EnergyCODE | 49m 32s | ||
| 5/14/26 | politicsleadership contest+5 | — | LabourReform+1 | — | Andy BurnhamWes Streeting+5 | Fuse EnergyTRIP+ | 30m 04s | ||
| 5/13/26 | Trump-Xi relationsPutin's conscription+3 | — | — | — | TrumpXi+5 | Fuse Energy | 57m 35s | ||
| 5/12/26 | political powerLabour Party+4 | — | LabourPlaid Cymru+2 | — | StarmerLabour MPs+6 | Fuse EnergyCODE | 1h 05m 51s | ||
| 5/11/26 | Gen Zpolitics+4 | Angela Rayner | The Green PartyTRIP Plus+1 | — | Gen ZAngela Rayner+4 | — | 1h 08m 17s |
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About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Goalhanger is an independent podcast creator known for producing insightful and engaging content across various genres. They have carved a niche in the podcasting landscape, particularly with shows that emphasize expert analysis and informed discussions. The Rest Is Politics, hosted by Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart, stands out for its unique blend of insider perspectives and public discourse. The podcast covers a wide range of topics related to current affairs, international news, and the intricacies of British politics. Its format encourages respectful disagreement, reviving the art of civil debate while providing listeners with in-depth analysis and revelations from Westminster. The podcast appeals to a diverse audience interested in politics and current events, attracting listeners who seek thoughtful commentary and expert insights. With its engaging discussions and access to insider knowledge, The Rest Is Politics delivers significant value to those looking to deepen their understanding of political dynamics both in the UK and globally.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 819K
- Total plays: 176M
- Total reviews: 911
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 3.0K
Castbox
- Followers: 147K
- Plays: 8.0M
- Reviews: 243
YouTube
- Subscribers: 658K
- Views: 168M
- Videos: 1.2K
Podcast App
- Followers: 3.3K
- Reviews: 651
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 7.3K
- Reviews: 17
Audience
general
Key insights
What the show covers
- analysis of international news
- debate on global issues
- Westminster insights
- intelligent discussions on politics
Audience interests
- current affairs in the UK
- global political issues
- insider perspectives
- engaging political debates
Platform reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- exclusive content on website
- potential for broad audience
- no specific platforms detected
Publishing consistency
- active for 4 years
- weekly or more episodes
- 549 episodes released
- consistent content delivery
Chart history for The Rest Is Politics
Peaked at #1 in Australia, top 10 in 42 of 50 tracked markets, currently #1 in Australia.
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| Australia | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| Ireland | — | #1 | #1 | — |
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| New Zealand | — | #1 | #1 | — |
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| Finland | — | #1 | #1 | — |
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| South Africa | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| KE | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| Australia | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| France | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| Denmark | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| AE | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| South Africa | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| SG | — | #3 | #3 | — |
Chart Positions
50 placements across 33 markets.
Chart Positions
50 placements across 33 markets.