James O'Brien Daily

As Russell Brand is sentenced for rape and sexual assault, James explores why individuals who report sexual abuse and misconduct can face such a long and difficult battle to be heard. Why are institutions so often slow to act on allegations of sexual violence? From protecting powerful public figures and reputational concerns to failures in accountability, safeguarding and institutional responsibility, the discussion examines why justice can take so long, why victims and survivors are not always listened to, and what needs to change to ensure organisations take allegations of sexual abuse seriously.Plus, an independent inquiry into white working class educational outcomes reveals those on free school meals fall behind their better-off white classmates from the earliest years of school. James asks how much of that gap starts at home, what children bring with them when they walk through the school gates, and what schools can do to give them a better chance.This episode was recorded on the 9th of November. James O'Brien Daily is a Global production, available every weekday on Global Player, or wherever you get your shows. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode.

The Russell Brand sexual assault case has reignited debate about sexual violence and the challenges women face when reporting rape. But what does it really take to come forward with allegations against a famous or powerful man? James explores why women can find it so difficult to speak out, the fear of not being believed and the barriers to getting justice. Callers share their personal experiences of reporting sexual violence, being heard and the emotional impact of seeking justice.Plus, as fewer young people consider a career in the armed forces, would military veterans recommend joining the British Army or serving in the military today? James hears from former service personnel about life in the armed forces, the opportunities and sacrifices of military service, and its lasting impact on veterans and their families.This episode was recorded on the 6th 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 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.

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.

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.