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The Two Matts

The New Worldwww.thenewworld.co.uk
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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Episodes

Labour screwed, Tories screwed ... we're all screwed

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to round up another chaotic week in British politics. The pair review Labour conference and discuss a charged night of debate in the House of Commons. And, as usual, there is another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 27, 20191 hr 13 min

Cameron comes clean and Corbyn clobbered

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Mia Jankowicz return for another week of Brexit mayhem. The team dissect David Cameron's autobiography, look back at Lib Dem conference and forward to Labour's jolly by the sea. And, of course, a Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 20, 20191 hr 15 min

Yellowhammered, court showdowns and Brexit conspiracy theories

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Mia Jankowicz return for yet more Brexit fun. The trio ponder the Yellowhammer documents, explore whether the PM could end up behind bars and settle the age-old argument 'gilet or body warmer?' And, as always, there is a new Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 13, 20191 hr 10 min

Purges, defeats and Dilyn the dog's shame at new owner's steaming mess

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return for another deep dive into the putrid pool of British politics. The pair argue over whether it was a good week for Remain and get under the skin of Dominic Cummings. And, as usual, there is another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 06, 20191 hr 3 min

PM goes prorogue and Geri says 'farewell'

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and - for the very last time - Geri Scott delve in to the ever-more murky world of Brexit. The gang despair at the prime minister's planned shut down of parliament and Geri celebrates her final podcast before pastures new. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 30, 20191 hr 13 min

Brexit birdsong, PM on tour and iambic pentameter

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Geri Scott return for a deep dive into the murky pool of Brexit. The team tackle the doomsday Yellowhammer predictions, Boris Johnson's European jaunt and pen their own Brexit poetry. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 23, 20191 hr 1 min

Corbyn makes an offer they CAN refuse

Labour’s leader finally makes his move to stop no-deal, the prime minister takes to Facebook and we ask: can you trust ANY opinion poll? Plus the worst Brexiteers of the week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 16, 201944 min

PM plays chicken and Dr Evil enters No 10

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Geri Scott are back for another round of Brexit insanity. The team tackle the PM's No Deal Brexit Tour and profile Dominic Cummings while Geri takes a look at Number 10 staffers through the ages. And it's back - another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 02, 20191 hr 27 min

The night of the blond knives

Richard Porritt, Geri Scott and Mia Jankowicz return to tackle one of the most extraordinary weeks in Brexit thus far. The team run down some of the new appointments and officially begin to panic over the new prime minister's motives. And Mia asks the question 'what else is Boris up to other than Brexit?' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 26, 20191 hr 9 min

Meet the new EU president and fantasy political festivals

Richard Porritt and Geri Scott are back to delve ever deeper in to the world of Brexit. This week they try to stay interested in the race for Number 10, profile Ursula von der Leyen and pick their political headliners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 19, 201945 min

SPECIAL New European third birthday episode

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey are joined by New European editor Matt Kelly to look back, and forward, as the paper celebrates its third birthday. The team also reflect on a week when the normal rules of diplomacy died and Labour backed Remain - almost. And there's a big Brexit Quiz! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 12, 20191 hr 10 min

Brexit Party employ toddler tactics and a bad week for Jeremys

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return for another bout of Brexit madness. This week they turn their backs on the Brexit Party and wonder what Jeremy Hunt will promise next. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 05, 201956 min

Boris Busted

Steve Anglesey and TNE digital editor Jono Read discuss the conspiracy theories surrounding Tory favourite Boris Johnson’s bizarre interview about painting wine crates and why Gatt Article 24 won’t solve a no-deal Brexit. Richard Porritt meets Lib Dem MEP Dinesh Dhamija and we crown another Brexiteer of the Week Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 28, 201952 min

Can Hunt topple Bozzie Bear?

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey are back to tackle another week in Brexit land. The pair analyse a bizarre week of discarded ties and hectic voting and Richard bids farewell to his man crush Rory Stewart. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 21, 201959 min

'Glory 4 Rory' underpants and Bozzie Bear takes early lead

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return for a deep dive into the murky pond of Brexit Britain. The pair analyse the first round of Tory leadership voting and ask 'can anyone stop Boris Johnson?' New European reporter Mia Jankowicz gives her views on the remaining candidates and, as always, a new Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 14, 20191 hr 20 min

Trumping with the Queen and the candidates' Brexit views

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Geri Scott return for another round-up of all things Brexit. The team run down what the Tory leadership hopefuls have planned to solve Brexit and tackle The Donald's visit to the Palace. Meanwhile Geri digs deep into another confusing week for Labour. And, as usual, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 07, 20191 hr 21 min

The Tory challengers, Change UK activist speaks out and a Morrissey sitcom

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Geri Scott return to chew the fat of another outlandish week in British politics. This week the team run down the Tory leader hopefuls and reveal some little-known facts about each one. Who, for example, delivered a baby? And who met their wife while sharing an office appliance? Meanwhile Geri and Richard chat to student Change UK activist Lily Whear and, as usual, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

May 31, 20191 hr 16 min

End of May looms and the cabinet is revolting

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Geri Scott ponder another chaotic week in Brexit. The team tackle the PM's worst week yet and ask the big question of the day: Will Nigel Farage make it to space in a Tesla? Meanwhile Geri brings all the milkshake lobbers to the yard and demands: "Stop throwing drinks!" And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 24, 20191 hr 20 min

Boris to stand SHOCKER and listeners' letters

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Geri Scott return for a round up of another week on Planet Brexit. While Master Chef wannabe Richard cooks up a treat Geri and Steve tackle the headlines. And, of course, there is another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 17, 201950 min

Rory Stewart is the Father of Dragons and UKIP's struggles

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Geri Scott round up another bonkers Brexit week. The team analyse the start of the campaign to become Tory leader and Change UK leader Heidi Allen speaks to Geri. And there is another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 10, 20191 hr 12 min

Leak rows, Labour fudge and naked Question Time

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Geri Scott return for another bout of Brexit madness. The team tackle Gavin Williamson's sacking and yet more disappointment from Labour while Geri explores the existential crisis gripping the Tories. And, of course, a Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 03, 20191 hr 9 min

Brexit's bond baddies and Farage speaks

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Geri Scott once again delve into the murky waters of Brexit. Geri analyses the Brexit Party's campaign launch in Clacton while Richard and Steve sing rude songs. And, of course, there is another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 26, 20191 hr 23 min

Easter Brexiteer of the Week SPECIAL

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey take a look back at some of the best (worst?) Brexiteers of the Week from recent months. Happy Easter Snowflakes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 19, 20191 hr

Halloween deadlines and US presidents on a tea towel

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey are joined by a long line of American presidents of Irish descent for this week's delve into the murky pool of Brexit. The pair tackle the news of yet another extension and ponder whether this was the week Remain truly took hold of the argument again. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 12, 201954 min

Podcast Live: Special episode

Podcast regulars Steve Anglesey and Richard Porritt are joined on stage by editor-at-large Alastair Campbell, columnist Andrew Adonis and co-founder of For our Future's Sake Amanda Chetwynd-Cowieson for Brexit chat and all the regular features in a special episode recorded at Podcast Live. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 09, 20191 hr

May reaches out to confused Labour

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return for a round-up of another crackers week in Brexit land. The pair talk Lion bars, the crunch leader summit and potential extensions. Meanwhile at the Groucho club New European editor Matt Kelly tussles with Brexit-loving TalkRadio host Mike Graham. And another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 05, 20191 hr 4 min

100 not out for TNE podcast ...

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Geri Scott are back to round up yet another historic week in British politics. The gang is joined by Jono Read who reports on the Remain march, Geri rounds up the runners and riders for Number 10 and Richard posts slices of bread through his neighbours' letter boxes. And, of course, there is a very special 100 episode Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Mar 29, 20191 hr 17 min

Endgame nears as May turns on MPs

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Geri Scott return to analyse another ridiculous week of Brexit mayhem. The team try to make sense of another blockbuster few days and Geri profiles speaker John Bercow after his Brexit bombshell. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 22, 20191 hr 7 min

Chaos, chaos and yet more Brexit chaos

Richard Porritt, Geri Scott and Steve Anglesey once again try to make sense of Brexit - and fail. The team tackle the extraordinary House of Commons votes and they are joined by TNE social media guru Jono Read who highlights some of the week's biggest (and most ridiculous) moments. And Steve, as always, picks a Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 15, 201953 min
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