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The Two Matts
The New World
Join The New World's Matt Kelly and Matt d'Ancona plus occasional guests for weekly chat on politics and media with a side of cultural stuff. A podcast in the spirit of the award-winning New World newspaper - irreverent, witty, surprising, argumentative ... and annoying all the right people.
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- 679 episodes
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Episodes679
- TTOct 27, 2023 · 48 min
"Elon To Rishi: From Bad To Worse"
In a competition for lousiest leader, it’s a toss up between Elon Musk and Rishi Sunak. Matt d’Ancona argues Sunak might actually be the worst Tory leader since the referendum - and that’s a pretty high bar! Meanwhile - how did the late, great Bill Kenwright summarise life at Everton FC to Matt Kelly? It was fairly pithy and to the point. All this and more as the Two Matts are joined by Pulitzer Prize winning journalist James Ball. Enjoy! Plus - a chance to get a free signed copy of James O’Brien’s new book when you subscribe to The New European. Further reading/watching The Pigeon Tunnel - "Errol Morris pulls back the curtain on the storied life and career of David Cornwell, the former spy known to the literary world as John le Carré" The Other Pandemic - James Ball The Right To Rule - Ben Riley-Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TTOct 22, 2023 · 19 min
Q&A: Oiks, Treasury Brain & Keir's Chances
Clarissa, Sanjay, Zack and Louise have questions - and The Two Matts have answers. Hopefully in the right order. Have a question? Email us at 2matts@tnepublishing.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TTOct 20, 2023 · 41 min
"What Real Statesmanship Looks Like"
When it comes to exerting influence on the world stage, there was only two real leaders in Israel this week and neither wasn’t Rishi Sunak. Joe Biden brought statesmanship and rhetorical magnificence, while Mo Salah became perhaps the most viewed appeal for humanity the world has ever seen. The Two Matts are also joined by Tanit Koch who explains the complications of Germany’s position on Israel and how Europe is fighting with itself over its place in the world. Plus - a chance to get a free signed copy of James O’Brien’s new book when you subscribe to The New European. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TTOct 13, 2023 · 44 min
"Back To Square One"
Atrocity in Israel ... and what does the reaction in the UK say about our shared humanity? Warning: We discuss some of the graphic violence perpetrated by Hamas. And the Two Matts are joined in the second half by esteemed education campaigner and journalist Fiona Millar who hands Keir Starmer his report card on how to fix schools in the UK and much else besides. Content warning: brief, graphic description of child mortality. Have a question to stump the Two Matts? Email us now at 2matts@tnepublishing.co.uk LISTENER OFFER: get Rory Stewart's new book Politics On the Edge, (worth £22 ) FREE when you subscribe today: https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TTOct 5, 2023 · 56 min
"The One With The Shark"
Two intriguing debates this week. Firstly, is it even possible to take Rishi Sunak seriously (did we to start with?) after his confounding conference speech this week. And secondly - Donald Trump and death row. There’s a connection, trust us, though maybe not the one we’d all like to see. Have a question to stump the Two Matts? Email us now at 2matts@tnepublishing.co.uk LISTENER OFFER: get Rory Stewart's new book Politics On the Edge, (worth £22 ) FREE when you subscribe today: https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TTSep 29, 2023 · 36 min
"The Michael Wolff Interview"
Michael Wolff’s gripping new book The Fall chronicles in extraordinary detail the final years of Rupert Murdoch’s grip on worldwide news media. Wolff is a master of his craft - shedding light on legends in their own lifetimes - most notably Murdoch and Donald Trump. Today, in a fascinating trialogue, he faces The Two Matts, legends in their own lunchtimes, and describes how Murdoch was bewildered by the evolution of Fox News, explains how he’s actually the opposite of Logan Roy, and reveals the lunchtime ritual of the most influential media baron of our times. Enjoy… Have a question to stump the Two Matts? Email us now at 2matts@tnepublishing.co.uk LISTENER OFFER: get Rory Stewart's new book Politics On the Edge, (worth £22 ) FREE when you subscribe today: https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TTSep 22, 2023 · 50 min
"I Saved Rupert Murdoch's Life"
With Rupert Murdoch exiting stage left, Matt K recalls the time he saved his life .. or at least spared him from a broken nose. Also - what will be the long term fall out from the Russell Brand expose and has Keir Starmer moved in a positive direction on Europe ... or is it all just cynical electioneering? Have a question to stump the Two Matts? Email us now at 2matts@tnepublishing.co.uk LISTENER OFFER: get Rory Stewart's new book Politics On the Edge, (worth £22 ) FREE when you subscribe today: https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TTSep 15, 2023 · 49 min
"Sleepy Joe or Doo-Lally Don?"
Take your pick… Sleepy Joe Biden or Doo-Lally Don. Had the world ever faced a lousier toss-up for title of Leader Of The Free World? Meanwhile… what actual planet is Elon Musk on. All this plus Chanel and devil dogs in this week’s Two Matts Have a question to stump the Two Matts? Email us now at 2matts@tnepublishing.co.uk LISTENER OFFER: get Rory Stewart's new book Politics On the Edge, (worth £22 ) FREE when you subscribe today: https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TTSep 8, 2023 · 46 min
"Concrete & Stones"
Concrete proof this government is unfit for purpose - but what are the real scandals the media should be talking about when it comes to education in Britain? And what does the Rolling Stones new album teach us about music and rebellion? All that and more from podcastings very own top boys, Matt and Matt… Have a question to stump the Two Matts? Email us now at 2matts@tnepublishing.co.uk LISTENER OFFER: get Rory Stewart's new book Politics On the Edge, (worth £22 ) FREE when you subscribe today: https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TTSep 1, 2023 · 44 min
"Five Jobs Shapps"
If Grant Shapps was the answer… what on earth was the question? Also - why Iain Duncan-Smith has won Hypocrite of the Decade award… and the 2 Matts tackle the big sports story of the week: Luis Rubiales and the Spanish FA. Get Rory Stewarts' new book, Politics On the Edge, FREE when you take out a new subscription to The New European: theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 25, 2023 · 50 min"A Touch Of Evil"
Is the death of Prighozhin a milestone in the eventual fall of Putin? What did we learn from the fact that Elon Musk has got a direct line into the Russian leader? And do Lucy Letby's awful crimes reveal anything about the nature of evil? Plus a VERY special limited offer for new subscribers to The New European when you head to theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TTAug 18, 2023 · 39 min
"Gangsters' Paradise"
Will Trump turn the tables on Georgian prosecutors and make his trial the most watched campaign show in history with devastating consequences for democracy. Meanwhile… where are the devastating consequences for Michelle Mone, the Tory peer who profiteered from Covid? Also - which Matt flunked his A-levels? And which Matt is suddenly a football fan for the week? A Rethink Audio production, for The New European. LISTENER OFFER: subscribe for as little as £1 a week and get a £25 gift voucher to be spent at our shop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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- TTJul 21, 2023 · 40 min
"The Caroline Lucas Interview"
Caroline Lucas changed British politics when she became the UK’s first Green MP in 2010. Now she’s bringing her Westminster career to a close.. the Two Matts sit down with her for an extended interview about integrity in politics, why Keir Starmer needs to show more courage, and how spending time with the dying has given her a fresh perspective on life. It’s a fascinating listen with one of our most remarkable politicians. A Rethink Audio production, for The New European. LISTENER OFFER: subscribe for as little as £1 a week and get a £25 gift voucher to be spent at our shop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TTJul 14, 2023 · 46 min
"Huw & Cry"
Matt and Matt dissect the drama of the Hew Edwards saga… and find themselves at odds on both how he has been treated and the role of The Sun in this sorry tale of our times A Rethink Audio production, for The New European. LISTENER OFFER: subscribe for as little as £1 a week and get a £25 gift voucher to be spent at our shop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 7, 2023 · 42 min"Hide The Pain"
In which The Fourth Matt is revealed, Zuckerberg takes it to Elon and the Matts celebrate The Boss. A Rethink Audio production, for The New European. LISTENER OFFER: subscribe for as little as £1 a week and get a £25 gift voucher to be spent at our shop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- TTJun 30, 2023 · 38 min
"A Tale Of Two Cities"
London is a political mess and Paris is on fire … the Two Matts explore this tale of two cities. Have the Tories abandoned the capital… and why do French police shot dead so many more than cops in any other European country? Plus how a former hot dog salesman marched on Moscow. A Rethink Audio production, for The New European. LISTENER OFFER: subscribe for as little as £1 a week and get a £25 gift voucher to be spent at our shop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.