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The Two Matts

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    ARGUMENT ALERT! The Matts clash over Tourette’s row

    2026/02/26 | 1h 4 mins.
    Before the Matts start kicking lumps out of each other, they enjoy the relative calm of a brief discussion on the smokescreen around the arrest of Peter Mandelson. Then it all kicks off as they explore the ramifications of the N-word Bafta Tourette’s row. It would take about 1,000 words to explain the points of difference, so just click play and enjoy!

    Produced by Matt Withers

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    The Two Matts Q&A: Nigel Farage, Jim Ratcliffe and assorted other nasties

    2026/02/22 | 38 mins.
    The Matts answer listeners' questions, including whether Nigel Farage really is a man of the people, if Manchester United deserve an owner as odious as Jim Ratcliffe, how to deal with friends who turn bad, whether we just wait out Donald Trump… and what is our favourite Robert Duvall role? Enjoy!

    Produced by Matt Withers

    OFFER: Get The New World for just £1 for the first month. Head to https://www.thenewworld.co.uk/2matts/
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor: The photo that says it all

    2026/02/20 | 32 mins.
    The Matts sweep up an extraordinary 24 hours in British history. But first, they marvel at the power of a single photographic frame - currently splashed on every newspaper front page in the country. Is this the most extraordinary back seat photo since Thatcher? Then they discuss if the media has an innate deference to the Royal Family and whether Jonathan Dimbleby in particular needs to rethink his designation as an actual journalist. It’s a special podcast extra as events unfold… enjoy!

    Produced by Matt Withers

    OFFER: Get The New World for just £1 for the first month. Head to https://www.thenewworld.co.uk/2matts/
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    SPECIAL: ANDREW MOUNTBATTEN-WINDSOR ARRESTED!

    2026/02/19 | 58 mins.
    The King’s brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, was arrested this morning by Thames Valley Police officers investigating allegations of misconduct in public office. It is an historic moment in British history. While he remains innocent until proven guilty, the consequences of the arrest of the former Duke Of York will have a profound impact around the world. The Matts get their heads around just how enormous this breaking news is… join them as they work through the implications.

    ALSO: Is Reform wobbling? Can Nigel Farage's party successfully transition from high-energy anti-establishment mavericks to a more orthodox party fit to govern? The Matts explore the tensions within the party the bookmakers believe will form the next government. Enjoy!

    Produced by Matt Withers

    OFFER: Get The New World for just £1 for the first month. Head to https://www.thenewworld.co.uk/2matts/
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    The Two Matts Q&A: Starmer coup, Sadiq for PM and too much Dracula?

    2026/02/15 | 36 mins.
    The Matts answer listeners' questions. This week: is Keir Starmer the new Joe Biden; why isn’t Sadiq Khan in the frame for next PM; how does Boris Johnson get off so lightly; should we keep calling Prince Andrew Prince Andrew; why are the Brits sucking up to Noel Gallagher; and do TV bosses make too many repeats of telly classics? Enjoy!

    Produced by Matt Withers

    OFFER: Get The New World for just £1 for the first month. Head to https://www.thenewworld.co.uk/2matts/

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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About The Two Matts

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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