Why did British Prime Minister Keir Starmer appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador despite his ties to Jeffrey Epstein? Disorder co-host Jane Kinninmont says the answer lies in Starmer's priorities - and the way diplomacy is done in the Trump era.

Can Starmer's government survive the latest Epstein scandal? And just how far do Epstein's ties go? In this week's episode, Disorder co-hosts Jason and Jane examine the imapct of the Epstein files on UK politics and ask what's next for Starmer. See the full discussion on Disorder's YouTube channel.

McSweeney resigns over Epstein scandal: Is Starmer next? Morgan McSweeney, Chief of Staff to British PM Keir Starmer, resigned on Sunday following the latest release of Epstein files. So, is this the beginning of the end for Starmer's Labour? And can his government survive yet another crisis?

Could Epstein files be the end for Starmer and McSweeney? How much Disorder will these files spread? And why is there a need for radical centrists? Jason Pack looks at the impact of the release of the Epstein files, and how that is still set to be the most Disorderly impact of 2026.

Must listen from @geoffmulgan.bsky.social on collective intelligence, imagination, future thinking, right to truth etc. And a welcome dash of hope.

How can we redesign politics for the 21st century? Disorder host Jason Pack speaks to Sir Geoff Mulgan, an expert in social change and innovation, to find out. Can we learn from populists? What role do science, religion and truth play? Watch their full conversation on Disorder's YouTube channel.

What will it take for the UN to reform? In the latest episode of Disorder, co-host Mark Lobel speaks to experts on the UN's 80th birthday to ask: how can the UN adapt to Trump's 'sphere of influence' politics? And who needs to take the lead? Catch the full episode on Youtube or Spotify.

Can the United Nations survive the Trump era? Or has it outlived its role? In the latest episode of Disorder, co-host Mark Lobel marks the UN's 80th birthday, and asks expert insiders: can the organisation adapt to Trump's shakeup of global politics? Catch the full episode on Youtube or Spotify.

Will Trump's Board of Peace replace the UN? Disorder cohost Mark Lobel attends the UN's 80th anniversary to find out how the organisation is holding up under pressure from the Trump administration and global conflict. Is there still hope for the UN? Catch the full episode of Disorder to find out.

'Since initiating resource nationalism, it has been easier for the Venezuelan ruling class to buy off potential opposition than to figure out how to sustainably develop their country' writes Jason Pack, host of @disordershow.bsky.social in the latest RUSI Commentary.

Should America intervene in Iran? Horrific images have come out of Iran following the regime's crackdown on nationwide protests. Although the streets of Tehran are quiet for now, Trump insists military action is still on the table. So, what can the US do to help Iran's protesters - if anything?

Have Trump and Europe made peace on Greenland? After a series of threats, Trump says he's agreed to a "framework" deal on Greenland with European leaders at Davos. So, what kind of deal could they make? And why does Trump want it so badly? Listen to Disorder on Spotify or Youtube to find out.

Why did Carney take on Trump in Davos? Why has Mark Carney's Davos speech gone so viral? @janekinninmont.bsky.social explains why he's saying publicly what lots of world leaders are thinking.

Why does Trump want Greenland? Is Iran's regime slowly collapsing? In the latest Disorder episode, co-hosts Jason Pack and Jane Kinninmont unpack the latest geopolitical twists of 2026, asking what Europe can do to defend Greenland and help Iran's protesters. Hear their ideas on Spotify or Youtube.

Really enjoyed this discussion - check out the full episode on YouTube and the podcast places!

What should Trump do first in Venezuela? Will Europe fight for Greenland? To kick off the year, we held our final live podcast recording with @rusi.bsky.social. Jason Pack, @janekinninmont.bsky.social, @snellarthur.bsky.social and Jonathan Eyal discussed the year ahead in our latest episode.

Really enjoyed this discussion last night - check it out on the next episode of Disorder wherever you get your podcasts.

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If you’d like to hear me and @snellarthur.bsky.social debate this and other pressing 2026 issues at @rusi.bsky.social on Thursday - on a live episode of @disordershow.bsky.social with Jason Pack and Jonathan Eyal - you can RSVP here - open.substack.com/pub/natoandt...

I was very pleased to join @alexhh.bsky.social & Jason Pack on the @disordershow.bsky.social where I discuss warfare in the smartphone age. You can hear my episode at tr.ee/ksicr-3Wty cc: @michaeldwyer.bsky.social @hurstpublishers.bsky.social

Is Islamic militancy on the rise in Bangladesh? With Sheikh Hasina ousted and elections scheduled next year, Bangladesh is at a political crossroads. From corruption to vigilante justice, several worries remain. In this episode of Disorder, we ask three experts about what's next for the country.

Really enjoyed speaking with @janekinninmont.bsky.social on the @disordershow.bsky.social podcast about my new book Enduring Hostility and all things US-Iran: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpIo...

Why is the Iranian American relationship so broken? Virtually every American administration since Carter has tried diplomacy with Iran, but why doesn't it stick? To discuss, @janekinninmont.bsky.social is joined by Dalia Dassa Kaye.

Dalia is my next guest on @disordershow.bsky.social - discussing her new book Enduring Hostility on the relationship between the U.S. and Iran

Does Zack Polanski understand democracy? Jason analyses Zack Polanski's appearance on The Rest is Politics: Leading – is he just another neo-populist like Trump?

What's the real reason for Trump's tariffs - is it about the economy? Disorder hears from FT journalist Philip Coggan to learn how Trump is reshaping the global economy and the dire economic challenges facing European leaders. Catch the full episode on Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts.

Was COP30 a success or failure? With the COP30 Conference in Brazil closing without much of a deal, what does this mean for the future of multi lateral agreements? @una-uk.bsky.social's @janekinninmont.bsky.social explains.

Can Canada mega-order the world? Despite stormy relations with the Trump administration, Canada's PM Mark Carney is unfazed, recently passing one of the largest budgets in the nation's history. So, how is Carney handling ties with Canada's closest ally? And is there a lesson for other US allies?

Why did Mamdani meet Trump? Zohran Mamdani meet Donald Trump in the White House on Friday and the result caught many people by surprise. So why did they meet? Jason Pack explains.

Disagreeing agreeably with Jason about Mamdani this week

With Zohran Mamdani set to be New York's next Mayor, Democrats face a choice. How do they talk about winning issues – cost of living, housing, transport – from a centrist view? This week, Jane and Jason discuss the key takeaways from Mamdani's win, and what it says about the Democrats' path ahead.

Could the election of Mamdani inadvertently help Trump? Could Zohran Mamdani's election win as New York mayor actually be a gift for disorderers like Trump? Jason and @janekinninmont.bsky.social debate this in next week's episode. Here's a preview.

Can Trump be defeated by courts or ballots? Whether on immigration or tariffs, Trump has repeatedly tussled with the courts. So, is the justice system strong enough to contain him? Or does it all depend on elections? Listen to CNN legal analyst Elie Honig's answer on Disorder's Youtube channel.

Trump's presidency has seen a more weaponised Justice Department under Attorney General Pam Bondi. So, is the DOJ being used to go after Trump's political enemies? And if so, what is the best way to resist executive overreach? Jason speaks to CNN's Senior Legal Analyst Elie Honig to find out.

Is the US-Israel relationship a strategic asset or liability? In this listener questions episode, Jason and Jane discuss the strategic value of the US-Israel alliance and the new sanctions on Russia, asking how the US could better approach both conflicts. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Why has the Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban been so controversial? Maccabi Tel Aviv fans have been banned from Aston Villa game due to safety concerns, according to  West Midlands Police. But that has created uproar with Kier Starmer and Israeli politicians. So why was it made? Mark Lobel explains.

As Trump paraded as a self appointed peacemaker, there was another person being thanked behind the scenes. Jonathan Powell isn’t a name most people know. But he was very influential in getting Gaza ceasefire deal signed. How does he do it? Join disorder.supportingcast.fm to find out.

Will Gaza Ceasefire lead to lasting peace? Now that the Gaza Peace Deal has been signed between Israel and Hamas, how do we make it long lasting? @janekinninmont.bsky.social explains.

Israel's military has started to withdraw from Gaza and the struggle for control over the strip has begun. But what would a Palestinian state look like? We speak to Palestinian-American businessman Sam Bahour about life in the West Bank and what's next for the region.

Why is everyone talking about Farage? UK Conference season saw multiple leaders try to take on Nigel Farage and Reform UK, despite the party only having a handful of MPs. But why? And who is the leader refusing to do the same? Mark Lobel explains. Mark on Disorder www.youtube.com/watch?v=FoiD...

Is Trump's Gaza Ceasefire Going to Last? Trump has announced a ceasefire deal today between Hamas and Israel, but can it stick? And how can it lead to lasting peace in the region? @janekinninmont.bsky.social discusses. For more on October 7th: www.youtube.com/watch?v=IeNq...

Marking 2 years since October 7th, Disorder host Jason Pack speaks to Phil Rosenberg, President of The Board of Deputies of British Jews. They discuss how misinformation fuels antisemitism’s rise and whether UK policy is helpful. Join us next week to hear Sam Bahour share the view from Ramallah.

New episode: dissecting UNGA in 30 mins - less than half the length of Trump’s speech! - with @crisisgroup.org’s @richardgowan1.bsky.social.

How is Trump changing the UN? Can it adapt to declining US support? Running through the highlights of UNGA week, Crisis Group's UN expert Richard Gowan tells Disorder host @janekinninmont.bsky.social of @una-uk.bsky.social how Trump's presidency has changed the UN in an era of global conflict.

How is Trump changing the UN? Can it adapt to declining US support? Running through the highlights of UNGA week, Crisis Group's UN expert Richard Gowan tells Disorder host @janekinninmont.bsky.social of @una-uk.bsky.social how Trump's presidency has changed the UN in an era of global conflict.

Will Trump's Gaza peace plan work? Trump and Netanyahu announced their peace plan for Gaza, but is it realistic? @janekinninmont.bsky.social explains. For more follow the Disorder podcast - tr.ee/ksicr-3Wty

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In the latest episode of Disorder, Jane and Jason answer your top questions. Is free speech dead in America? How does censorship work? Can the UK Green Party’s Zack  Polanski fight Farage’s Neo-populism? Is the answer to Trump Gavin Newsom or Zohran Mamdani? Watch the latest episode to find out!

What does Trump's UNGA speech mean for the future of the UN? Reporting from New York, @janekinninmont.bsky.social explains what the US' approach to the UN might be under Trump, and what it means for the future of the organisation.