James breaks down the latest from the war in the Middle East, asks why President Trump really started this conflict, discusses whether Sir Keir Starmer’s belittling by Trump is actually a very good thing and receives Washington Correspondent Simon Marks’ analysis. Also, James also speaks with Victoria Rose, a consultant plastic surgeon and one of the many medics who say they have been barred from Gaza after speaking out against Israel.And, James is joined by Usman Shah, the London man who was racially abused online after appearing on a welcome to Heathrow poster - and then met the people the trolls that did it.This episode was recorded on the 4th of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

<description>&lt;p&gt;James breaks down the latest from the war in the Middle East, asks why President Trump really started this conflict, discusses whether Sir Keir Starmer’s belittling by Trump is actually a very good thing and receives Washington Correspondent Simon Marks’ analysis. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Also, James also speaks with Victoria Rose, a consultant plastic surgeon and one of the many medics who say they have been barred from Gaza after speaking out against Israel.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;And, James is joined by Usman Shah, the London man who was racially abused online after appearing on a welcome to Heathrow poster - and then met the people the trolls that did it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;This episode was recorded on the 4th of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Why did Trump really start this war?

The US has warned of an "imminent" Iranian attack in the Saudi city of Dhahran, a major centre for the oil industry and where a US consulate is located. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump tells Iran it's "too late" to talk, adding their armed forces are “gone”.The death toll continues to sky rocket, and Trump has again criticised Sir Keir Starmer for initially denying access to British bases.How can anyone oppose Starmer’s actions thus far, and, more importantly - how does this war end?This episode was recorded on the 3rd of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

<description>&lt;p&gt;The US has warned of an "imminent" Iranian attack in the Saudi city of Dhahran, a major centre for the oil industry and where a US consulate is located. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump tells Iran it's "too late" to talk, adding their armed forces are “gone”.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The death toll continues to sky rocket, and Trump has again criticised Sir Keir Starmer for initially denying access to British bases.How can anyone oppose Starmer’s actions thus far, and, more importantly - how does this war end?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;This episode was recorded on the 3rd of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

How will the war in the Middle East end?

Sir Keir Starmer "stands by" his decision not to join in with Israeli and US strikes on Iran, stating that the UK had learned lessons from the "mistakes of Iraq" - but has agreed to a US request to use British military bases for "defensive" strikes on Iranian missile sites.Has Starmer got this right?This episode was recorded on the 2nd of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Sir Keir Starmer "stands by" his decision not to join in with Israeli and US strikes on Iran, stating that the UK had learned lessons from the "mistakes of Iraq" - but has agreed to a US request to use British military bases for "defensive" strikes on Iranian missile sites.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Has Starmer got this right?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;This episode was recorded on the 2nd of March. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Starmer agrees to support the US and Israel against Iran

34-year-old plumber Hannah Spencer marked her victory in the Gorton and Denton by-election with an apology to her customers, saying: "I think I might have to cancel the work that you had booked in, because I'm heading to Parliament. Is something seismic happening in the Green Party? This episode was recorded on the 27th of February. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

<description>&lt;p&gt;34-year-old plumber Hannah Spencer marked her victory in the Gorton and Denton by-election with an apology to her customers, saying: "I think I might have to cancel the work that you had booked in, because I'm heading to Parliament. Is something seismic happening in the Green Party?&lt;strong&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;This episode was recorded on the 27th of February. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

From plumber to Parliament - the Green Party’s new MP

A damning report published on England’s maternity care revealed systemic problems, including bereaved mothers facing cruelty from maternity staff, shocking incidents of racism, and a lack of accountability. Hospitals that have caused harm to women and babies were often found to “cover-up” their mistakes, falsify medical records and deny bereaved parents answers. James’ callers share their experiences.This episode was recorded on the 26th of February. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.

<description>&lt;p&gt;A damning report published on England’s maternity care revealed systemic problems, including bereaved mothers facing cruelty from maternity staff, shocking incidents of racism, and a lack of accountability. Hospitals that have caused harm to women and babies were often found to “cover-up” their mistakes, falsify medical records and deny bereaved parents answers. James’ callers share their experiences.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;This episode was recorded on the 26th of February. Catch James O'Brien weekdays from 10am on LBC.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

NHS maternity care report: cover-ups, cruelty and racism

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