Full Disclosure with James O'Brien

Full Disclosure with James O'Brien is an interview podcast featuring some of the world's most fascinating people. The host of the show is well-known in British homes. He started his early career as a gossip columnist. He went on to publish several books, including two bestsellers. O'Brien began presenting at talk radio station LBC in 2002. Over the years, he became known for his candid interviewing style. O'Brien is not afraid to challenge his subjects, regardless of their politics. He rejects any attempt at political labeling. O'Brien voted for Boris Johnson for mayor but is an anti-Brexit activist. He has had public clashes with prominent conservative politicians and MPs.

For every episode of Full Disclosure, O'Brien invites a notable personality for a chat. Not all his guests are from the political world. In fact, most of them are not. Sebastian Faulks is the author of Birdsong. It is a bestselling historical novel set in France during the First World War. Faulks talks about his trip to France in his adolescence and his newest book, set in the near future. Guest Polly Toynbee worked in factories and hospitals in her exploration of class and privilege. She writes about the desperate situation of the working class due to falling wages.

O'Brien also likes to talk with artists and performers on the podcast. Wendell Pierce's big break came when he became a cast member on The Wire. He talks about his childhood in New Orleans. The freedom within the form of jazz music influenced his acting. Mark Gatiss has acted in Sherlock and Game of Thrones. His early childhood obsession with the horror genre influenced his career choice. Dexter Fletcher was a successful actor before he started directing. He remembers the lowest points in his career.

Full Disclosure with James O'Brien may appeal to those who enjoy long-form interviews. O'Brien is an expert in his craft and keeps the conversation flowing. His obvious interest in his subjects makes the talks all the more compelling.