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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 13, 2021 • 57min
Local elections fallout, Labour's path to victory, and the problem with Buy British
Professor Paddy Hoey joins Steve Anglesey to talk about how Labour can avoid a repeat of last week's dismal election results and the glimmers of hope for Keir Starmer that many are ignoring. Plus, food writer Josh Barrie explains why buying British isn't all it's cracked up to be and why Brexit could be to blame. Also, Steve inducts more people into the Hall of Shame.Help spread the word of this podcast by leaving a five-star review on the podcast catcher of choice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 7, 2021 • 54min
The Jersey stand-off, Labour woes, Line of Duty v Boris and the DUP's election
Comedian Mitch Benn joins Steve Anglesey to talk about the battle over fishing rights and why it's hard for Remainers to not say "we told you so". Plus, how Keir Starmer can improve and Jed Mercurio's not-very-subtle digs at Boris Johnson. Then Belfast Telegraph journalist Gail Walker joins to preview the DUP's leadership election, and what it means for Unionism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 29, 2021 • 1h 15min
Elections Preview Part II with Alastair Campbell, Tim Walker and Chris Deerin
Former Downing Street communications director Alastair Campbell talks about the scandals engulfing Number 10 and how Keir Starmer helped produce a 'Kevin Keegan' moment at PMQs. Journalist Tim Walker explains why it's time for a fully independent speaker in the Commons and wonders if Michael Gove could be the next PM. Plus Chris Deerin looks at whether Scotland will lurch closer to independence on May 6... and if Anas Sarwar can turn the tide. Plus your suggestions on how to redecorate the Downing Street flat, and Arlene Foster enters our Hall of Shame.Help spread the word of this podcast by leaving a five-star review on the podcast catcher of choice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 23, 2021 • 56min
May 6 Elections Countdown - Part One
Can Labour overcome vaccine euphoria and Brexit memories to hold on in Hartlepool? And can they bounce back in Wales, where the independence movement is growing - but so are calls to scrap the Senedd. With Steve Anglesey, Robyn Vinter and Auriol Miller.Enjoyed this episode? Please review us through your podcast platform of choice! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 16, 2021 • 55min
Tory sleaze, Lib Dem revival, and local elections
This week, Steve Anglesey is joined by veteran pollster Peter Kellner and Guardian columnist Steve Richards to discuss the latest Greensill developments and battleground seats in the upcoming local elections. Plus, Steve inducts a political heavyweight into the Hall of Shame. Produced by Adrian Zorzut. Enjoyed this episode? Please review us through your podcast platform of choice! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 9, 2021 • 58min
Bent Boris and violence in Northern Ireland
Steve Anglesey is back to shine a light on another week in politics. This week he's joined by Irish journalist Matt Cooper and former FT correspondent Ben Fenton to discuss the violence in Northern Ireland, the politics of fairness, and the demise of political standards in 21st century Britain. Plus, more entrants are inducted into the Hall of Shame. Produced by Adrian Zorzut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 26, 2021 • 1h 1min
The old Etonian obsession and the Tories' election strategy
Steve Anglesey is back to shine a light on another week in politics. This week he's joined by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist James Ball and columnist Tracy King to discuss the country's obsession with the Union flag, the Tories' local elections strategy, and the structural issues behind our waste system. Plus, more entrants are inducted into the Hall of Shame. Produced by Adrian Zorzut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 19, 2021 • 1h 9min
Tackling Leveson ten years on with Alastair Campbell
Steve Anglesey is back to shine a light on another week in politics. This week he's joined by former Downing Street communications director Alastair Campbell and columnist Liz Gerard to discuss the Leveson Inquiry, its failings and impact 10 years on. Plus, more entrants are inducted into the Hall of Shame. Produced by Adrian Zorzut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 12, 2021 • 59min
Rishi Sunak's unofficial election campaign and Piers Morgan's future
Matt Kelly and Steve Anglesey are back to make sense of another week in politics. This week they're joined by journalist Tim Walker and comedian Mitch Benn to discuss Piers Morgan's future; London Tory mayoral candidate Shaun Bailey's ill-judged tweet; and Rishi Sunak's bid for No 10. Produced by Adrian Zorzut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 5, 2021 • 57min
The Budget, Meghan and Harry's press feud, and David Frost and the Bloodlands
Matt Kelly and Steve Anglesey are back to make sense of another week in politics. The two discuss David Frost's first week back in office; Rishi Sunak's social care black hole; the prospect of a general election in 2023; and the perfect gift for a Brexiteer. They are joined by Fleet Street commentator Liz Gerard to discuss Meghan and Harry's toxic relationship with Britain's media. Plus, more entrants are inducted into the Hall of Shame. Produced by Adrian Zorzut Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
