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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

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.

May 01, 20201 hr 20 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 24, 20201 hr 24 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 17, 20201 hr 14 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 10, 20201 hr 11 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.

Apr 03, 20201 hr 16 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 27, 20201 hr 5 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 20, 202059 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 13, 202055 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.

Mar 06, 202047 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 28, 20201 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 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
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