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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Apr 21, 2022 · 37 min
Is France more divided than ever?
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey wishes Boris Johnson well as he finds cover on a visit to India while MPs vote on whether to launch an investigation into claims he misled Parliament over the partygate row before hearing listeners' thoughts on what Boris Johnson's next job could be. Then, award-winning journalist Marion van Renterghem joins the podcast to discuss if Marine Le Pen has changed since France's last presidential elections, what a France under Le Pen would look like and if the country is heading to the right, regardless of the outcome of the elections. Plus, Oliver Dowden, Jacob Rees-Mogg and Tom Harwood all feature in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 7, 2022 · 34 min
What’s the future for Channel 4?
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey discusses the news that Channel 4 is to be privatised before hearing listeners' thoughts on what the name of a drama starring Nadine Dorries would be called, answers range from It's A Sin to (thick) Skins. Media commentator and journalist Liz Gerard joins the podcast to share her thoughts on what lies in store for the television network, the reason behind privatisation and why the government has waged war on Channel 4. Plus, Ann Widdecombe, David Frost and Akshata Murthy all feature in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 31, 2022 · 34 min
Why Ukraine belongs in the European Union
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey suggests what Boris Johnson could have said in response to Partygate fines being issued and takes listeners' thoughts on the latest episode of the saga. Former BBC R4 presenter, North America Editor and Europe Editor Mark Mardell joins the podcast to discuss why the idea of a European army haunts Brexiteers, if Ukraine can get their application to the European Union fast-tracked and, if they do, will their acceptance be symbolic more than anything else? Plus, Andrew Marr, Bill Wiggin MP and Boris Johnson all feature in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 25, 2022 · 31 min
Why Putin's puppet, Alexander Lukashenko, must be punished
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey likens some of the pie in the sky dreams The Apprentice finalists had to those of the chancellor before hearing listeners' thoughts on what Rishi Sunak's memoir may be called. Head of National Anti-Crisis Management of Belarus, the country’s shadow government in exile, Pavel Latushka, then joins the podcast to discuss the dictator that has been in power even longer than Vladimir Putin - Alexander Lukashenko. He explains why the Lukashenko must be punished, why he has little faith the leader will change his ways and how he is, despite circumstances, optimistic for their victory in the future. Plus, Ann Widdecombe, Leo Kearse and Oliver Dowden all feature in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 17, 2022 · 28 min
How Eton changed British public life
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey shares what he enjoyed this week, including president Zelensky's address to Congress, and what he didn't particularly enjoy this week, featuring Michael Gove being called a hero. Journalist and campaigner Fiona Millar then joins the podcast to discuss why Boris Johnson surrounds himself with individuals from who went through the private school system, how Eton would perform if it received the same funding as the state school system and how education in this country can be levelled up. Plus, the Festival of Brexit, Jacob Rees-Mogg and Lord David Frost all feature in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 10, 2022 · 42 min
How Britain's farming industry has been lied to, ignored and left out in the cold
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey begins by dissecting James Cleverly's comments on the government's response to the Ukrainian refugee crisis, concluding that Britain is only really world beating in one category - failure. Broadcaster and journalist Jonty Bloom then joins the podcast to discuss one very angry annual farmer's conference. He shares his thoughts on how the industry has been lied to, how the situation for British agriculture is only going to get worse and why Keir Starmer is right to, at least for now, not back rejoin. Plus, Ann Widdecombe, Priti Patel and Daniel Kawczynski MP are all in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 3, 2022 · 32 min
When will the reign of Vladimir Putin come to an end?
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey pokes fun at the government's flag-waving, photo op filled and somewhat lacking response to Putin's invasion of Ukraine. Author and Foreign correspondent James Rodgers joins the podcast to share his expertise on whether Putin has lost his mind, the thinking behind his military tactics and if the 21st century dictator could be toppled. Plus, Ann Widdecombe, Nigel Farage and Sir Edward Leigh all feature in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 24, 2022 · 29 min
War in Europe: What does the Russian invasion mean for Ukraine and the world?
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey begins by reciting a somewhat ironic quote from Nigel Farage who said that Putin had no interest in invading Ukraine and won't do so. Award-winning journalist James Ball then joins the podcast to discuss what is next for Ukraine and if Putin has been showing us his true intentions for years. He also shares his thoughts on how to improve Westminster for the better and salvage British democracy, before it's too late. Plus, Laurence Fox, Boris Johnson and Arron Banks all feature in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 17, 2022 · 36 min
A hunt for Brexit opportunities, how Boris Johnson is no laughing matter and THAT Jimmy Carr joke
In this week’s episode, our host Steve Anglesey returns! He questions Jacob Rees-Mogg's logic of calling Brexit a success by reading out a letter from a listener who recounts the struggles he has had importing from a British business to where he lives in Poland. Comedian Matt Forde then joins the podcast to discuss how, despite him being easy to make fun of, he won't miss Boris Johnson when he goes, how both the Left and Right-wing lost their minds simultaneously and THAT Jimmy Carr joke. Plus, Nigel Farage, Ann Widdecombe and Boris Johnson's excusers all feature in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 10, 2022 · 43 min
The 'heshuffle', slurs and Bloody Difficult Women
Supply teachers Eleanor Longman-Rood and Matt Withers are on presenting duties to sift through another quiet week in British politics. They discuss Boris Johnson's 'heshuffle' and hear listeners' suggestions as to what role Jacob Rees-Mogg should hold. After Keir Starmer is harassed by protesters repeating the PM's Jimmy Savile slur they examine whether we should expect more of these kind of attacks. And The New European's own Tim Walker pops by to talk about his new play, Bloody Difficult Women, and the intriguing prospect of a Theresa May comeback. Plus Mark Spencer, Marjorie Taylor Greene, Guto Harri and Natalie Elphicke are inducted into the Hall of Shame. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 3, 2022 · 31 min
Busy cafes, looming war and a pandemic: What is life like in contemporary Ukraine?
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey has many questions from another sane week in British politics, including will Boris Johnson change his name to Boris Dorries when he and his culture secretary tie the knot? He also introduces The New European's three-part pop-up podcast, The 27, a superb investigation into the deaths in the Channel by Clár Ní Chonghaile and Suna Erdem. Author Andrei Kurkov joins the podcast to discuss life in contemporary Ukraine, what people are expecting from the latest aggressions from Russia should war break out and the differences between the Ukrainian and Russian mentalities. Plus, Michael Gove, Nadine Dorries and Ann Widdecombe all feature in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 3, 2022 · 37 min
The 27 - Episode 3
The stream of people risking their lives to live in Britain is relentless. In November 2021, at least 27 people drowned trying. Within hours, their tragedy became a global political and journalistic storm. Within days, this most human of stories had been subsumed into the rolling news agenda. This three-episode podcast attempts to re-humanise this tragedy, in the hope that truly understanding the answers to questions about Who they were, why they came and how they died will shape our response to the tragedies that will inevitably follow. Presented by Clár Ní Chonghaile and Suna Erdem Podcast produced by Matt Withers To support our journalism, you can subscribe at https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/subscribe/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 3, 2022 · 20 min
The 27 - Episode 2
The stream of people risking their lives to live in Britain is relentless. In November 2021, at least 27 people drowned trying. Within hours, their tragedy became a global political and journalistic storm. Within days, this most human of stories had been subsumed into the rolling news agenda. This three-episode podcast attempts to re-humanise this tragedy, in the hope that truly understanding the answers to questions about Who they were, why they came and how they died will shape our response to the tragedies that will inevitably follow. Presented by Clár Ní Chonghaile and Suna Erdem Podcast produced by Matt Withers To support our journalism, you can subscribe at https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/subscribe/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 3, 2022 · 37 min
The 27 - Episode 1
The stream of people risking their lives to live in Britain is relentless. In November 2021, at least 27 people drowned trying. Within hours, their tragedy became a global political and journalistic storm. Within days, this most human of stories had been subsumed into the rolling news agenda. This three-episode podcast attempts to re-humanise this tragedy, in the hope that truly understanding the answers to questions about Who they were, why they came and how they died will shape our response to the tragedies that will inevitably follow. Presented by Clár Ní Chonghaile and Suna Erdem Podcast produced by Matt Withers To support our journalism, you can subscribe at https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/subscribe/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 27, 2022 · 36 min
What does the future look like for the BBC?
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey sums up another day awaiting Sue Gray, describes the curious similarities between Barry Cryer and Boris Johnson and discusses reader suggestions on what film title best sums up Boris Johnson's years at Number 10. Journalist and writer John Kampfner then joins the podcast to explain his thoughts on the runners and riders to be the next prime minister, how the BBC should be funded and how other European broadcast services stand up in comparison. Plus, The Daily Mail, Boris Johnson and his defenders all feature in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 20, 2022 · 36 min
Boris Johnson's leadership may be coming to an end, but the red tape nightmare for British business is just beginning
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey starts the podcast by reading listeners a story, the tragic tale of Agent Blond in Now, Time to Die, starring Boris Johnson. Broadcaster and writer Jonty Bloom then joins the podcast to discuss why the end of Boris Johnson won't mean the beginning of the end for Brexit, what the next prime minister could do to ease the strain border red tape is putting on British business if Boris Johnson resigns and if there are any industries doing well after the UK left The European Union. Plus, Ann Widdecombe, Jacob Rees-Mogg and Michael Fabricant all feature in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 13, 2022 · 28 min
Is the party over for Boris Johnson?
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey breaks down for listeners what constitutes a party, being at work and a work party, if, like the prime minister, listeners often get them muddled up. Award-winning journalist James Ball joins the podcast to discuss how this week's scandal has been different from the ones Boris Johnson has usually ridden out and how Keir Starmer has stepped up to the plate in light of it. They then go on to discuss the most influential address you've never heard of - 55 Tufton Street, SW1. It's the home of pro-Brexit groups and climate change sceptics, but just how much power does it have over the government? Plus, Ann Widdecombe, Nigel Fagare and Kriss Akabusi are all in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 6, 2022 · 35 min
"It was an insurrection" : The storming of Capitol Hill one year on
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey introduces more Brexit news, this does include, however, Presidential grifter and election crybaby Donald J Trump's golf courses losing a combined £7m in 2020... Writer and The New European columnist Paul Mason joins the podcast to discuss if Tony Blair needs a knighthood, or indeed if anyone does, the storming of Capitol Hill exactly a year on and how the fall of American democracy is the greatest threat of our time. Plus, Daniel Kawczynski MP, Nigel Farage and Paul Staines are all in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 16, 2021 · 1 hr 24 min
Christmas Special: What awaits the world in 2022?
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey shares his political lowlights and cultural highlights of the year, in which Succession receives glowing praise. Writer and The New European's editor-at-large Alastair Campbell, The New European senior journalist Clár Ní Chonghaile and Writer and The New European's foreign editor John Kampfner all join the podcast to discuss their reviews of 2021 and predictions for 2022. What has made them want to tear their hair out? What has made them hopeful? And, what will next year hold in the realm of politics? These are all questions our guests answer. Plus, Penny Mordaunt, Joy Morrissey and Steve Baker all feature in the final Hall of Shame of 2021. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 9, 2021 · 42 min
Christmas parties at Downing Street and a party in trouble across the pond
In this week’s episode, host Steve Anglesey shares his thoughts on the Downing Street Christmas party last year that definitely didn't happen... or did it? Playwright and author Bonnie Greer joins the podcast to discuss her belief that the British are inherently decent, even if the prime minister isn't. She also discusses why sending Anne-Marie Trevelyan to woo Joe Biden wasn't only a mistake but laughable and the potential return of Donald Trump. Plus, Mark Francois MP, Matt Hancock and Boris Johnson all feature in the Hall of Shame this week. Enjoyed this episode and the podcast's new shorter, snappier format? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.