This week the Two Matts examine Keir Starmer’s leadership, the Labour Party’s Brexit policy and the political dynamics shaping the country’s future. From electoral strategies to European relations and internal political struggles, this episode covers it all. The pair also deliberate over the the Daily Telegraph‘s editorial stance, the UK’s military considerations and the United Nations. And, perhaps most importantly, is football coming home?
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The election of Donald Trump poses huge challenges to the UK… can Keir Starmer act to protect his government from the Trump storm to come? How can a small nation off the coast of the EU best defend its interests in the new global reality? And if Starmer’s challenge is daunting, his predicament is nothing […]
Q&A: Your reaction to Trump 2.0
You join the discussion on the implications of Donald Trump’s election victory, the public’s perception of political candidates and the role of right-wing media and dark money. Plus Starmer’s advisor problem.
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In a moment of clarity, the Matts reflect on what just happened… and why. And find themselves strangely energised by the thought of what is to come. Enough of the hand-wringing already – yes you Rory! – now is the time for action. Also – Matthew d’Ancona talks about working with the great Michael Caine […]
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It’s an earthquake and it changes everything. The Matts take in the scale of Trump’s victory and discuss how it happened and what it means; for the UK, for Labour specifically, for Ukraine, for the Middle East, for the climate. And they start to map out a response for fighting back against the oncoming tide […]
Q&A: Brexit and the Budget, wealth tax and young voters
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