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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

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 21, 20201 hr 6 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 14, 202058 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.

Feb 07, 202057 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 31, 20201 hr 1 min

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 24, 20201 hr

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 17, 202049 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.

Jan 10, 20201 hr 16 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.

Dec 20, 201955 min

General Election Nightmare Special: Caught Beneath A Landslide

Join Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey as they analyse Labour's catastrophic defeat, Boris Johnson's big victory and the end of Jo Swinson and ask: What happens next for Brexit and Remain? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 13, 201956 min

Stuttering Lib Dems, Struggling Labour and staggering Tories

Richard Porritt is joined by Mia Jankowicz and Jono Read for another dip in the murky pool of Brexit. The trio investigate what has gone wrong for Labour and pick apart Boris Johnson's pledges for his first 100 days. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 06, 201948 min

Boris Johnson visits the New European office!

Richard Porritt meets the prime minister and Steve Anglesey reads the polls in another edition of the funniest Brexit podcast. Plus: The worst Brexiteers of the week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 29, 20191 hr 8 min

Debates, dolphins and dubious claims

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to analyse another week of Brexity electiony news. The pair flick through the manifestos, give their lowdown on the debate and, of course, crown another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 22, 20191 hr 1 min

Labour wipe out and soggy Tories

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to poke fun at another week of Brexit election chaos. The pair chat about Boris Johnson's response to the floods, predictions of a Labour collapse and, of course, crown another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 15, 201958 min

Campaign cock-up and magic money trees

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey delve into the Brexit election - aka the nightmare before Christmas. This week they discuss disastrous starts for both Labour and the Tories and crown another Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 08, 201952 min

And they're off ... but how can Remain win?

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return for another deep dive into the dustbin of Brexit. The pair discuss what would be classed as a victory for Remain on December 12 and whether the PM might even lose his seat. And, of course, there is a Brexiteer of the Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 01, 201952 min

Still all to play for in Brexit battle ...

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey continue their desperate quest to make some sense of Brexit. This week the pair are joined by former New European editor Matt Kelly to discuss the ways Boris Johnson might finally get a general election. And, as always, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 25, 20191 hr 11 min

Brexit endgame or the beginning of the fightback?

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Mia Jankowicz return to try to make sense of another crazy week in British Politics. The team discuss Saturday’s March and whether the PM can get his deal done. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 17, 20191 hr 4 min

Talks falter and another Wile E Cummings' Acme plot fails

Richard Porritt and Steve Anglesey return to round up another bonkers week in Brexit. The pair discuss the faltering talks and ask if anything can now be done to get a deal. And, as usual, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 11, 20191 hr 1 min

Podcast Live II: Special Episode

Podcast regulars Steve Anglesey and Richard Porritt are joined by special guests including The New European columnists Bonnie Greer and James Ball in front of a live audience as they talk all things Brexit in a special episode recorded at Podcast Live. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 07, 20191 hr

Boris Johnson's Brexit conference and EU says 'non'

Richard Porritt, Steve Anglesey and Mia Jankowicz return to tackle another crazy week on Planet Brexit. The team discuss Boris Johnson's conference speech and his plan to tempt the EU into a deal. And, of course, another Brexiteer of the Week is crowned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 04, 201959 min

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
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