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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May 15, 2020 · 1 hr 20 min
Comms chaos and yet more Farage nonsense
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return for another round of lockdown fun amid the political mayhem. The pair discuss the prime minister’s shambolic public address, Nigel Farage's latest trips to the coast and welcome the extension of the furlough scheme. And, as usual, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 8, 2020 · 1 hr 15 min
Lockdown lifting and your questions
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return for another rundown of the week's politics safely from their pod bunkers. The pair analyse the reports of the lockdown lifting, take your questions and review Starmer Vs Johnson. And, of course, there is another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 1, 2020 · 1 hr 20 min
Big week for PM and dodgy exit plans
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to the podcast bunker for another delve into British politics. The pair discuss a big week for Boris Johnson and ask whether football can safely come back this year? And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 24, 2020 · 1 hr 24 min
Starmer shines as we await PM's return
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to review another week in lockdown Britain. The pair discuss virtual PMQs and ask 'when can we safely get back to normal?' And, of course, there is another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 17, 2020 · 1 hr 14 min
Hancock's weak week and Starmer's exit strategy
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to focus on politics in lockdown Britain. The pair discuss Matt Hancock's difficult seven days and the opposition's demands for an exit plan. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 10, 2020 · 1 hr 10 min
Lockdown exit plans and shad cab rated
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to delve into another week of lockdown politics. The pair discuss the new shadow cabinet and strategies for the end of lockdown. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 3, 2020 · 1 hr 16 min
Labour reboot and virus latest
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to tackle all the political news in a world turned upside down. The pair discuss what Labour need to do once they (finally) have a new leader. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 27, 2020 · 1 hr 5 min
Lockdown special: Boris blunders?
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to talk politics - and whatever else is on their mind - as Britain goes into lockdown. The pair discuss Boris Johnson's performance so far, bid farewell to Jeremy Corbyn and there is another quiz ... And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 20, 2020 · 59 min
Virus sparks Brexiteer madness
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey round-up the news as coronavirus grips Britain. But it is not all doom and gloom - there is a quiz and, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 13, 2020 · 54 min
Outbreaks, budgets and Brexit 'heroes'
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey are back to tackle another week in Brexit Britain. As the pair prepare to self-isolate they discuss the Budget and question Labour's response. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 6, 2020 · 47 min
EU trade trash talking and PM goes viral
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to take another glimpse into the murky waters of Brexit. This week the pair tackle the rumbling Priti Patel row, tuck into a patriotic breakfast and preview the gig of the year - Brexit Heroes LIVE. And, of course, they crown another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 28, 2020 · 1 hr 6 min
AWOL BoJo and floody idiots
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to poke fun Brexit Britain. The pair discuss bumpy times for Priti Patel, farmers' Brexit anger and ask whether the PM should grab his wellies and head to the floods. And, as usual, a Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 21, 2020 · 1 hr 6 min
Priti vacant and Cummings' goings
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return for a trawl through the Brexit depths ... This week the pair tackle Priti Patel's gaffes and recap how it is going for Dominic Cummings' 'freaks and weirdos'. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 14, 2020 · 57 min
Reshuffle chaos, Keir quiz and PJ Masks
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey once again tackle a week of Brexit news. The pair investigate Michael Gove's mixed messages, learn more about Labour hopeful Keir Starmer and ponder why kids' TV keeps popping up in British politics. And, of course, a Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 7, 2020 · 56 min
Hacklash for Number 10 and Labour's peace plan
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to offer some respite form Brexit Britain. This week the pair delve deeper in to the row between journalists and Downing Street, look back at Brexit Day and ponder letting Labour's members have the nuke codes. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 31, 2020 · 1 hr 1 min
A flag waving, Farage baiting, Brexit Day special
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to offer some light on a dark day for Remainer snowflakes. The pair discuss banning the European flag, Nigel Farage's latest nonsense and ask 'what has the EU ever done for us?' And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 24, 2020 · 1 hr
Nandy on the rise, Boris Q&A and plans for January 31
Richard Porritt, Jono Read and Steve Anglesey tackle the week on Planet Brexit. The team talk Labour, Boris Johnson's shampoo and your plans for the big day ... And, of course, they crown another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 17, 2020 · 49 min
What's wrong with Big Ben bing bong, ping pong?
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to the murky waters of Brexit Britain. This week the pair scratch their heads over Brexiteers' obsession with bells, Dominic Cummings and the nail-biting Labour leadership race. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 10, 2020 · 1 hr 16 min
What now for Remain?
Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to delve into the murky waters of Brexit. This week they are joined by New European editor Jasper Copping to discuss what happens now to the Remain cause. And, of course, they crown another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 20, 2019 · 55 min
Coping mechanisms and ungracious winners
Join Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey on the funniest Brexit podcast to discuss ways of coping with the election result. Plus: Is Rebecca Long-Bailey really the best Labour can do? And should you have mashed potatoes with your Christmas lunch? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.