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Full Episodes of Full Disclosure with James O'Brien

In 2011 Bassem Youssef was a little-known heart surgeon in Cairo. A year later, he was hosting his own political satire TV show, Al-Bernameg, drawing in 30 million weekly viewers as he made fun of the Egyptian regime.

5 days ago • 55m 56s

James O'Brien meets Bassem Youssef

James Timpson is the chief executive of Timpson, a family-run business known for its key cutting and watch repair services. The Happy Index: Lessons in Upside-Down Management is out now. 

1 week ago • 1h 1m

James O'Brien meets James Timpson

Bryony Gordon is a bestselling author, mental health campaigner and founder of Mental Health Mates. Her latest book, Mad Woman details her experiences of OCD, binge eating and the endless battle to stay sober. 

2 weeks ago • 1h 1m

James Meets Bryony Gordon

Growing up, Justin Welby thought his home life was normal. It wasn't until he was a teenager that he realised being brought up by an abusive, alcoholic father was anything but.

3 weeks ago • 57m 55s

James O'Brien meets Archbishop Justin Wesley

It's 40 years since Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean won gold at the Winter Olympics in Sarajevo. Tickets for their last ever UK tour, Torvill & Dean: Our Last Dance, are available at www.torvillanddean.com

1 month ago • 57m 47s

James O'Brien meets Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean | LBC

Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf became interested in politics when he was just 16, believing it was the best way to make meaningful change. Please be advised that this episode contains offensive language and sensitive topic discussions.

1 month ago • 1h 7m

James O'Brien meets Humza Yousaf

Lawyer, businesswoman, campaigner and the first female Muslim UK cabinet minister. Baroness Warsi has broken glass ceilings throughout her career and tirelessly campaigned against Islamophobia within both society and the Conservative party.

1 month ago • 1h 2m

James O'Brien meets Baroness Sayeeda Warsi

At 21 years old, Gary Stevenson joined Citibank as its youngest trader. He tells James why our obsession with money is destroying the things that matter. Gary's new book, The Trading Game: A Confession is out on 5th March.

1 month ago • 1h 3m

James O'Brien meets Gary Stevenson

2 months ago • 38m 1s

James O'Brien meets Bernie Sanders 

Jason tells James about his early ambitions to become a PE teacher, why he turned to acting and he reflects on the moments that have shaped his life and career. 

2 months ago • 1h 3m

James O'Brien meets Jayson Watkins

Liberal Democrat leader, Sir Ed Davey has been a carer for most of his life. He has spent his political career standing up for carers and fighting for investment in the NHS. Ed tells James how his personal experiences have shaped his politics and why

2 months ago • 1h

James O'Brien meets Sir Ed Davey | LBC

This interview truly stands out. Dame Sheila Hancock is one of the most respected actors and writers of our time. She became a household name in the 1960s in the BBC sitcom The Rag Trade. 

2 months ago • 1h 4m

James O'Brien meets Dame Sheila Hancock | LBC

James Blunt tells James O'Brien that despite enjoying huge success from his song 'You're Beautiful', the negativity that followed came 'very quickly and very harshly.' 

2 months ago • 1m 10s

James Blunt reveals 'negativity and hate' he received after finding success

It is 18 years since James Blunt released his hit single, You’re Beautiful. It helped James's debut album, Back to Bedlam sell 12 million copies and become the UK’s best-selling album of the 2000s. His new album Who We Used To Be is out now.

2 months ago • 1h 9m

James O'Brien meets James Blunt | LBC

Nick helped expose one of the biggest miscarriages of justice in UK legal history – the Post Office Horizon IT scandal that has devastated the lives of hundreds of innocent hardworking people across the country. 

3 months ago • 1h 9m

James O'Brien meets Nick Wallis | LBC

Caller Bill blames the 'epically useless' Tories for not delivering on immigration or the economy, even though James points out he voted for a 'weaker economy' in 2016.

3 months ago • 2m 43s

James probes caller Bill as he explains why he will no longer vote Tory

Caller Jason compared Sunak's strikes on Yemen to Putin's invasion of Ukraine - Sangita explains to him why she thinks that comparison doesn't work. 

3 months ago • 1m 51s

Sangita Myska debates caller over PM's parliament bypass on Yemen strikes

In a career spanning almost six decades, Stephanie Beacham is a household name on both sides of the Atlantic. She achieved global renown for her role as Sable Colby in the US soap opera Dynasty and its spin-off The Colbys. 

3 months ago • 1h

James O'Brien Meets Stephanie Beacham

Fatima Whitbread recalls to James O'Brien how she ended up meeting her biological mother aged five, having been abandoned as a baby. 

4 months ago • 2m 27s

Fatima Whitbread speaks to James O'Brien about meeting her biological mother

This episode contains discussion of sexual violence. Listener discretion is advised.

4 months ago • 1h 4m

James O'Briend meets Fatima Whitbread

Former Conservative MP, Dominic Grieve, tells James O'Brien about the 'frightening volume of abuse' he suffered after the Daily Mail leaked the precise location of his home in France.

4 months ago • 1m 7s

Dominic Grieve tells James O'Brien about 'abuse' he suffered after Daily Mail leaked his info

Former Conservative MP Dominic Grieve never set out to be a rebel.  In 2019, he was one of 21 Tory MPs who had the whip withdrawn over their opposition to a no-deal Brexit. Was this how he thought his parliamentary career would end?

4 months ago • 1h 5m

James O'Brien meets Dominic Grieve

Full Disclosure is taking a short break over Christmas but don't worry, we'll be back in January 2024 with a line up of exceptional guests.

4 months ago • 1m 26s

Full Disclosure is taking a short break for Christmas... We'll be back in January 2024!

Wildlife TV presenter and conservationist Chris Packham discusses his fascination with the natural world, being diagnosed with autism in his forties and his decades spanning career.


4 months ago • 1h 2m

James O'Brien meets Chris Packham | LBC

James has brought back another incredible guest from the Full Disclosure vault this week. He's revisiting his 2019 interview with Dame Prue Leith, star judge on the Great British Bake Off.

5 months ago • 49m 12s

James O'Brien meets Prue Leith | LBC

6 months ago • 59m 1s

James O'Brien meets Steve Coogan | LBC

6 months ago • 1h 1m

James O'Brien meets Tim Peake | LBC

Arguably the world’s most famous classicist, Mary Beard has an incredible talent for making ancient history engaging for everyone. She is James O'Brien's guest on this week's episode of Full Disclosure.

6 months ago • 1h 6m

James O'Brien meets Mary Beard | LBC

Lexicographer, etymologist and Queen of Countdown’s Dictionary Corner, Susie Dent has always been fascinated by words. She is James O'Brien's guest on this week's episode of Full Disclosure.

James O'Brien meets Susie Dent | LBC

Naomi Klein has charted and documented our politics and culture with a series of bestselling-books from No Logo to The Shock Doctrine. One of the most influential left-wing voices of our time is James O'Brien's guest on Full Disclosure this week.

6 months ago • 1h 3m

James O'Brien meets Naomi Klein | LBC

He's one of the most recognisable faces on British television, covering some of the biggest stories of our time.  BBC News presenter and Mastermind host, Clive Myrie is James O'Brien's Full Disclosure guest this week.

6 months ago • 57m 36s

James O'Brien meets Clive Myrie | LBC

Broadcasting legend, podcaster and former gymnast for Wales and Great Britain, Gabby Logan is a force to be reckoned with. She is James O'Brien's guest on this week's episode of Full Disclosure.

James O'Brien meets Gabby Logan | LBC

Novelist Sebastian Faulks has the rare quality of being both literary and popular. He’s best known for his historical novels set in France, and in particular, Birdsong. He is James O'Brien's Full Disclosure guest this week. 

6 months ago • 54m 41s

James O'Brien meets Sebastian Faulks | LBC

Actor, screenwriter and director Mark Gatiss, obsessed with horror, Dr Who and Sherlock Holmes as a child, has managed to incorporate his early passions into his professional life. He is James O'Brien's Full Disclosure guest this week.

James O'Brien meets Mark Gatiss | LBC

As a young person it never occurred to Dawn Butler to go into politics. But as an adult, she became the first black woman to speak at the despatch box in the House of Commons. The Labour MP is James O'Brien's guest on Full Disclosure this week.

6 months ago • 1h 2m

James O'Brien meets Dawn Butler | LBC

In this episode of Full Disclosure, James speaks to Starmer live at the Leicester Square Theatre in support of Global’s Make Some Noise. Listen to more episodes in the Podcasts section. 

1 year ago • 1h 2m

Full Disclosure with Keir Starmer

Tony Blair discusses his stance on Britain leaving the EU, the newly formed Independent Group, as well as his disappointment of the Anti-Semitism claims within the Labour party. Listen to more episodes in the Podcasts section.

1 year ago • 30m 51s

Full Disclosure with Tony Blair

Ex Labour leader Ed Miliband joins James O'Brien for this episode of Full Disclosure. Listen to more episodes in the Podcasts section.

1 year ago • 56m 31s

Full Disclosure with Ed Miliband

When he was 25 years old, Jimmy Carr realised that material wealth would not bring him happiness. He decided to sack off his safe job to become a comedian despite having no previous comedy experience. Listen to more episodes in the Podcasts section.

1 year ago • 1h

Full Disclosure with Jimmy Carr

James O'Brien meets the infamous Canadian-Irish comedian writer presenter and actress Katherine Ryan. They discuss her formative years and her unwaivering self-esteem. Listen to more episodes in the Podcasts section.

1 year ago • 48m 10s

Full Disclosure with Katherine Ryan

Brian Wood is a former Colour Sergeant who was awarded the Military Cross following his courageous leadership under enemy fire in Iraq. However, five years later he was wrongly accused of war crimes. Listen to more episodes in the Podcasts section.

1 year ago • 48m 22s

Full Disclosure with Brian Wood

The Deputy Leader of the Labour party was brought up by a parent who could not read or write. Now she’s taking on the government over workers’ rights and cronyism. Listen to more episodes in the Podcasts section.

1 year ago • 1h 4m

Full Disclosure with Angela Rayner

From being in the running for party leader, to being asked to leave the party in the space of a mere six weeks, Rory Stewart joined James in his first interview since leaving the Conservative party. Listen to more episodes in the Podcasts section.