The Two Matts

Is the leader of the opposition “Bad Enoch” or just “bad enough”? Are there no red lines for the UK when facing Trump? And do journalists pale in comparison to the Black Country Bard himself, Mr Adrian Chiles? Find out in our latest instalment of our weekly Q&A. Enjoy! Get a FREE bottle of tequila […]

The Matts are dumbfounded by Donald Trump’s plan to take ownership of Gaza and turn it into a Mediterranean riviera – or, more accurately, force the displacement of millions of Palestinians and totally demolish any chance of progress toward a two-state solution. This lunatic approach to international policy is an entirely new and terrifying form […]

The Matts are joined by Damian Collins – the former Tory minister who launched a national inquiry into fake news and election interference. How can we protect society from online harm? How can governments hope to contain the whims of a man like Elon Musk? And what does he make of Kemi Badenoch’s first months […]

Have we already lost more cash post-Brexit than the entire time we were in the EU? Should we have been harder on Peter Hyman? Will the UK buy Greenland? These questions and more are answered in today’s bonus episode. Plus: is Adrian Chiles the new T. S. Eliot? Enjoy!

There’s no doubt about it – Rachel Reeves and Keir Starmer are at least trying to switch up from the doom and gloom that characterised their first six months in power. Have they finally got the tone right? Is the strategy right? Is it enough? The Matts discuss. Also… why you’ve got to go and […]

In a wide-ranging and fascinating conversation, Peter Hyman – former senior advisor to both Tony Blair and Keir Starmer – discusses his recent New European cover story and the reaction to it. What are the seven deadly sins of progressive centrist politics and its adherents? How can we stem the rising tide of populist nationalism? […]

In this week’s Q&A The Two Matts discuss Hillary Clinton’s reaction to Donald Trump’s inauguration speech, the rise and strategies of populist leaders like Trump, Giorgia Meloni, Viktor Orbán and Marine Le Pen, and the idea of criminalising ecocide. They also discuss the media’s handling of figures like Nigel Farage (aka Mr Fridge) and whether […]

In the first 48 hours of his presidency, Donald Trump demonstrated all the qualities he’s famous and feared for: absolute lack of inhibition, crassness, provocation.. and, yes, audacity. What do the Matts make of it? Meanwhile, in the aftermath of the atrocities of Southport, Keir Starmer has redefined the term ‘terrorist’ and promises to get […]

The Matts watch the Trump inauguration in real time and give their snap verdict at the beginning of four years of the new world order under President Donald Trump. Is there anything to suggest things won’t be the catastrophe they have feared? Tune in, find out. They also discuss the reaction to Peter Hyman’s brilliant […]

The Two Matts dive into Biden’s farewell address on the new tech oligarchy, compare Trump’s Greenland ambition to Russia’s Ukraine situation, and tackle left vs. right arguments on the culture wars. They also contemplate the implications of modern monetary theory (MMT), AI’s black box nature, and who holds more power between Musk and Trump. And […]

Matthew d’Ancona and Matt Kelly discuss the ceasefire. God willing, the catastrophe that began with Hamas atrocities on October 7 and led to the destruction of Gaza and more than 40,000 dead is at an end. They consider what comes next for the region, and what could motivate Trump’s America to ensure a lasting peace. […]

Keir Starmer has thrown his lot in with a computing revolution – is his confidence in artificial intelligence’s ability to transform the UK economy grounded in reality? The Matts have questions. Meanwhile, and not unrelated to Starmer’s announcement, the economy (you may have noticed this) is proving stubbornly resistant to the prime minister’s enthusiasm. As […]

Should there be a national inquiry into grooming gangs, or one about cultural integration in the UK? The Matts delve into the origins of Elon Musk’s talking points, the economic challenges facing the UK under Rachel Reeves and Labour’s Brexit strategy. Plus: more on Neil Oliver as a Lindisfarne roadie. Enjoy!

Mark Zuckerberg has picked up the baton from Elon Musk as this week’s most depressing social media titan. His announcement to kick out fact-checking and let the community police itself is a significant moment in the rules (or lack of) governing how most of the world gets its news and opinions. The Matts discuss the […]

What can we expect in 2025? The Matts take a view on the key issues facing the world in the next twelve months… plus: how to deal with a bully like Elon Musk. What can Keir Starmer do in the face of lies and slander spread across the sewer of X? And how low will […]

More milestone moments from the Matts were prompted by some whistful listener questions concerning voting tests, those we lost in 2024, and what they’re looking forward to in 2025, including Liverpool’s potential league win. We’ll be back on Jan 6th. Until then – have a merry Christmas, and enjoy the last podcast of the season. […]

The Matts reflect on the momentous year that is drawing to a close. Who made them cheer? Who made them boo? Who made them fall about laughing? It’s all here. Some of the names won’t come as a shock… but there are a plenty of surprises. How does the Matts’ list of heroes, villains and […]

If one had any remaining shred of doubt that Prince Andrew is the biggest idiot in the realm, it was dispelled this week. Not content with being the close chum of a sex-ring monster, Andrew has also tainted the monarchy by becoming besties with a man accused of being a Chinese spy. The Matts discuss […]

The Matts are told (not asked) that the EU isn’t working, offer up advice to win discussions over Christmas dinner and while, Starmer is bashing Whitehall… is DOGE actually a good idea? Subscribe to The New European and get Alastair Campbell’s 2024 Diaries: https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts/

Robert Jenrick started demanding Syrian refugees are deported from the UK less than a day after the fall of the tyrant they fled. But who is he really talking to? Who is he trying to impress? The Matts pick him apart. In part two they discuss the extraordinary response to the murder of US health […]

Al-Assad has fled to Moscow and Damascus is in the throes of a revolution after decades of autocratic tyranny and the deaths of hundreds of thousands. So we should celebrate, right? Yes … but … the Matts explore the history of Syria, how we got here and how the past will bend the narrative of […]

Is there too much needless complexity in the progressive cause? How worried should we be by Musk’s millions? And have The Matts suffered with “brain rot?” Subscribe to The New European and get Alistair Campbell’s 2024 Diaries: https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts/

There’s a problem with Keir Starmer. He is a terrible communicator. His speech on Thursday was a mish-mash word salad when what this country needs is a clear sense of leadership and direction to counter the rising tide of populism represented by Nigel Farage’s Reform. What we got instead was milestones, missions and foundations. If […]

How much damage has Joe Biden done to his legacy and, more importantly, the credibility of American justice? Granting Hunter Biden a pardon is a kick in the face to anyone clinging onto the idea that the Democrats held the moral high ground in US politics. The Matts discuss the ramifications, and the extraordinary back […]

In this weeks Sunday Q&A, The Two Matts are asked why they keep giving Labour a hard time, why some people respect some votes and not others and what on earth is going on with Kamala Harris. All those, and more, answered. Subscribe to The New European and get Alistair Campbell’s 2024 Diaries: https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts/

Are the massive immigration numbers all they seem? Is there a better story to tell about immigration? And what do we do about Nigel Farage hijacking the news for the cause of nationalist populism? Also this week – reaction to the New European’s Shit List. Who’s on it? And who took it well (spoiler alert […]

In the first half, the Matts discuss Labour’s chronic struggles since taking power. How did they get it so wrong, so quickly and what can they do to get back on track? Then the Matts take a cold look at the alarming rise of the far right across Europe. No longer a curiosity, it’s now […]

Your questions answered, including why Keir Starmer should stay abroad, Trump’s political manoeuvres and whether we should have a referendum on referendums. The Matts share advice on how to maximise your cultural consumption and address how the beloved Barbour jacket, can become politically charged. Tune in for a comprehensive Q&A session analyzing these pressing topics.

The coming Trump administration’s appointment of Robert F Kennedy Jnr should terrify us all. An oddball conspiracy theorist who has a track record of causing real damage to the health of millions is to be the next Health Secretary of the United States. The Matts are joined by one of the world’s leading authorities on vaccines […]

What does Joe Biden’s move to permit the use of US missiles against Russian territorial targets mean for the war in Ukraine and the security of Europe? Also – what does the interminable Allison Pearson saga tell us about free speech in the UK? Enjoy! Join The Two Matts LIVE! https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/2mattslive/

The Matts tackle Rory Stewart’s optimistic predictions and explain why hope alone isn’t a strategy. They delve into Elon Musk’s influence on politics and the uniqueness of Trump’s second presidency. The discussion then inevitably shifts to Brexit, and then takes a turn into dinner with Bob Geldof. With the Best Sweetcorn Ever. Enjoy! Join The […]

The full horror of sexualised abuse in the Church of England has claimed the scalp of Archbishop Justin Welby. Was he the victim of a witch hunt; a man forced out of office by unfair pressure as many seem to think? No, say the Matts. And there’s a CONTENT WARNING on this episode: some of […]

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 […]

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.

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 […]

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 […]

In this edition of The Two Matts Q&A, the pair take on questions about Rachel Reeves’ Budget, taxes on the rich and lowering the voting age to 16. Also in this episode, where should the line be drawn on slavery reparations and what will the Matts be doing on the fifth of November?

Feargal Sharkey has galvanised the nation over the scandalous – and criminal – negligence our water companies and their so-called regulators have displayed for years. Our rivers are flooded with sewage on a daily basis and the privatised water companies have been pillaged. On Sunday he’s leading a march for clean water in London and […]

Why are Labour making life so hard for themselves? The Matts assess the ups and downs of the government’s first months in power ahead of what promises to be a defining moment for Keir Starmer – Wednesday’s Budget. Also – what does Jeff Bezos’s interference in Washington Post editorial policy matter? Quite a lot, as […]

More on the contentious debate on assisted dying, including a view from Canada. Plus: alternatives to X and NHS reform insights.

Does the fact that Donald Trump now thinks Keir Starmer’s Labour Party is actively interfering in the US election matter? The Matts consider how a story that should be a nothingburger has the potential to upset relations between the UK and the US for years to come. In part two, the Matts discuss whether or […]

The Matts spend some quality time with fellow podcaster Jon Sopel, reflecting on the state of Britain as described in his hit book Strangeland. They tap into his deep Washington insight for a long view of American politics – and ask just how scared we should be about the prospect of a second Trump presidency. […]

This week Matt Kelly and Matthew d’Ancona dive into Kamala Harris’ Fox News interview – smart move or not? Plus, why aren’t we talking more about the climate crisis? They also tackle immigration, those cultish Trump/Johnson fans and the age-old debate: audiobooks vs real books. Oh, and Matthew d’Ancona REALLY hates Halloween.

Today on The Two Matts podcast, as Parliament prepares to debate legalising assisted suicide, Matthew d’Ancona and Matt Kelly argue their respective corners on its desirability. Also – if people think having a German football manager is bad, wait until they find out about the King’s antecedents. The Matts despair at little England’s bottomless capacity […]

As Keir Starmer enthuses to merchant banks and global conglomerates about opening up Britain for investment and tearing down regulatory barriers that get in their way, the Matts wonder who actually runs the country. Not least since one of the shiny new investors are the very same people who ransacked Thames Water. And while we […]

In this Sunday edition of The Two Matts the pair chat Labour’s terrible start, Tory freebies and the US support for Israel. Coming from Berlin this week, the Matts also dip into drumming and whether young people not being able to read long books is a problem. Subscribe to The New European today!

The Matts are in Berlin, discovering all is not well in the powerhouse of Europe. Is the rise of the far right AfD party inevitable? And how is migration warping the political discourse? Also – Boris Johnson’s worst lie yet? Could be. His mendacious outpouring about Trump’s innocence over the insurrection is a signal of […]

Sue Gray has been resigned – also known as fired – as Keir Starmer’s chief of staff. Can she be blamed for Labour’s shaky start or is the problem more deeply-rooted? Also – one year after the Hamas atrocities of October 7, and the subsequent carnage in Gaza, the Matts take stock and explore some […]

Happy Sunday! Today The Two Matt’s hear your questions starting with the case of Lucy Letby. Should her case be scrutinised amidst doubts, despite the distress it may cause? Also, are the progressive press more critical of the left than the right and should Labour back proportional representation? The Matt’s wrap things up by trying […]

We are in the final stretch of what may be the most important election of our lifetimes – and everything is still on a knife edge. The Matts consider the state of play between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris and anticipate the consequences of all eventualities. Enjoy! Subscribe to The New European today!: theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts

The Matts pick off the Tory leadership candidates one by one with the nagging doubt in their minds that, whoever wins, it doesn’t really matter. The Tories are in such deep trouble as a party that restoring any sense of relevance and legitimate opposition to Keir Starmer’s monster majority will require Churchillian energy and determination. […]

Come for the impressions but stay for Keir Starmer’s ethics in comparison to Boris Johnson’s corruption, the Matt’s giving Keir a hard time and ‘Have I Got News for You,’ going stateside. Happy Sunday! Subscribe to The New European today here!

The Matts try to understand just why an already desperate situation in the Middle East is getting worse. What links the Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois boxing match in Wembley and the conflict in Lebanon. And who are the silent winners while international diplomacy battles to contain any escalation? Also – did Keir Starmer’s conference […]

Something fundamental is missing in the way Labour have set about governing. It’s not just about free dresses, spectacles, Taylor Swift freebies and a box at the Emirates. It’s about an appreciation of what happens next if Keir Starmer doesn’t establish – quickly – a real sense of purpose for this term of office that […]

The Matts dive into the Labour Party’s promises at their Liverpool conference, get taken to task over Tony Blair’s relationship with autocrats and the ethics of promoting his new book, On Leadership. Plus Mossad’s tactics against Hezbollah, and more on the intricacies of swearing. All in 30mins! Enjoy.

John Major is scathing about Brexit in his interview with the BBC’s Amol Rajan. The Matts find themselves nodding vigorously in agreement – not just on the referendum, but Ukraine, Rwanda, far-right entryism and Britain as a nation at ease with itself. Also – is A Very Royal Scandal worth a watch? Yes… but with […]

Today, why the US election is revealing itself to be an unprecedented cocktail of violence and fiction – and what Kamala Harris needs to do to get back in front of the story. Also: why aren’t the Lib Dems more explicit about reversing Brexit and how did Keir Starmer expect the story of Lord Alli’s […]

The Matts rifle through your inbox, covering everything from pensioner pushback to Robert Jenrick’s rise from mediocrity to… irrelevance. Also: a non-apology over swearing. Love this? Then you’ll love The New European. Subscribe today and get a FREE, SIGNED copy of Tony Blair’s new book, On Leadership, when you use this link: theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts

The Matts speak to Andy Cowper, one of the leading journalists on health policy in the country – so someone who actually knows what he’s talking about. Andy gives a brilliant assessment of why the NHS is so broken today and how Keir Starmer should approach its repair. Also – are you holding your pets […]

The winter fuel debacle has been mismanaged by a Labour leadership long on misery and woefully short on a vision Britain can get behind. It’s early days but things have to improve. The Matts debate whether Keir Starmer understands what Britain needs right now – and that pointlessly punishing pensioners isn’t it. Also: the build […]

Join The Two Matts for this week’s Q&A as they delve into the integrity of British journalism and the concept of licensing for broadcasters. Also this week, the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the English Channel with a critical look at the government’s response, Oasis, medical alternatives and Christmas. Yes, Christmas.

The appalling negligence and greed that resulted in 72 people dying in the Grenfell disaster is laid bare. The Matts wonder why nobody is already on remand for manslaughter. They wonder whether the system is actually broken or if it’s working as it was set up to. They wonder how people like Jacob Rees-Mogg sleep […]

As Germany reckons with the rise of the far right AfD in German regional elections, the Matts ask if simply demonising them is inviting disaster. Meanwhile, one Matt is feeling both smug about landing tickets for Oasis and furious that dynamic pricing has become the debate raging at the heart of our new Labour government. […]

Should smoking should be banned in designated outdoor spaces? The Two Matts answer this and other listener questions on the Conservative leadership contest and a 101 on government debt. Plus they ponder whether it’s still possible to maintain friendships across political divides in today’s polarised landscape.

Broadcasting legend Adam Boulton has, over 40 years as a journalist, seen the media’s relationship with politics disintegrate. In this episode he tells the Matts where things started to go wrong, what puzzles him about Keir Starmer’s apparent fear of upsettting the right and why an entire generation no longer understands the difference between news […]

The Two Matts delve into your questions, including the UK’s daunting economic outlook amidst high public borrowing figures, the need for a hopeful road map from the government, and compare the current situation with past examples of large-scale social uplift like Lula’s policies in Brazil. They also explore whether a Keynesian economic resurgence is on […]

Today on The Two Matts podcast Matthew d’Ancona and Matt Kelly bask in the universal adulation after last week’s interview with Charlie Mullins… apart from the 74 listeners who wrote in asking what the hell they were thinking. Well, dear listeners … this is what they were thinking. But before that, in the first half, they consider an extraordinary […]

Charlie Mullins is the founder of Pimlico Plumbers and, despite his challenging upbringing, has managed to build a highly successful business. He is a big supporter of remain but has now decided to back Reform, led by Nigel Farage. In his conversation with The Two Matts, Mullins discusses his political views and his admiration for […]

The Matts recall the London Olympic opening ceremony and ask if it would even be possible for Britain today to demonstrate such joy and confidence. And, if not, then how can Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves rekindle the spirit of ambition and self-esteem that ceremony embodied – only for it all the come crashing down […]

The Matts answer your questions, from JD Vance’s political missteps to Benjamin Netanyahu’s tactics. Also discussed: what did the impact of austerity really do for a ringfenced NHS? And how will it prosper amidst changing demographics? Plus: reflections on global sustainability, an entrenched capitalist system, energy resource challenges and a glance at US-UK differences in […]

Nigel Farage this week jumped into the aftermath of tragedy in Southport to cynically incite hate. While families grieved and a community came to terms with the horror of what unfolded at a children’s summer holiday class, Reform leader Farage took his chance to plant questions of conspiracy and terrorism into the minds of his […]

Rachel Reeves is genuinely shocked by the gap in public finances and has moved quickly to put out the binfire she inherited from Rishi Sunak and Jeremy Hunt. But will she and Keir Starmer have the boldness required to realise their talk of a decade of national renewal? The Matts need to be convinced. Also […]

Should Michelle Obama be President? How has the political landscape changed following Kamala Harris’s emergence and what are Starmer and Reeves going to do with the inherited financial mess? These and more listener questions within. Subscribe to The New European for as little at £1/week and get an exclusive offer just for listening to this […]

This week, the Matts talk to Pulitzer-winning author and journalist Anne Applebaum about her terrific new book on modern autocracy – and how different it is to the 20th century totalitarian blocs. How complicit is the West in these new networks of corruption and repression? And – with the UN at a low ebb – […]

As the rest of Podcastistan celebrates the dignity of President Biden’s departure from the race to beat Donald Trump, the Matts are fuming and wonder how events might have unfolded had Joe seen sense six months ago. As it is, the contest is between a Black female Californian and an orange lunatic. Can the Democrats […]

The Two Matts discuss Europe’s shift towards right-wing populism and its implications for the UK rejoining the EU, how media brevity has impacted political understanding and debate, the Trump shooting conspiracy theories and the public’s diminished joy in politics and sport over the years. The intrepid podcasters also dive into how soundbite culture has reshaped […]

The King’s Speech was packed with plans, putting to bed the theory that Keir Starmer’s Labour government had no plan. But will it be enough to instigate the national renewal they have promised? The Matts discuss. Also – what does J. D. Vance mean for Donald Trump and for Britain? And why is David Lammy […]

The attempted assassination of Donald Trump does not sanctify a man who has thrived on particularly violent rhetoric his whole political career. As Nigel Farage blames the media and MAGA Republican Senator J.D. Vance blames Joe Biden and the Democrats, the Matts look at the unfolding shift in how Trump and his supporters are reacting […]

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 […]

It’s increasingly apparent President Joe Biden is unfit to challenge Donald Trump for the White House. But what can stop him? The Matts consider the predicament facing the United States and the world… with, it’s fair to say, a deep sense of foreboding. Also… can the Three Lions do it? Will it come home? The […]

Keir Starmer looked incredibly at ease and confident at the Saturday press conference. The Matts can’t remember a smoother beginning and he has recruited some great expertise. But is administrative excellence enough? Also, one question lingers in the air: where the hell are all the Tories? Enjoy!

After their election all-nighter, the Matts consider the twists and turns of a quite extraordinary election. A massive, historic night for Keir Starmer’s Labour and a shuddering comeuppance for Sunak and the Conservative Party. Well played Ed Davey and a disaster for the SNP. But the rise of Reform and the volatility of the electorate […]

It’s the final few days of the election campaign and the Matts are joined by Keir Starmer biographer Tom Baldwin for his deep insight into what’s going to happen in the immediate aftermath of a Labour government. How to combat the rising tide of far-right politics, who will the new stars of Labour be and […]

Will Keir Starmer involve Alastair Campbell in Number 10? How important is it that Labour provides stability? And how much impact does the media really have on voting outcomes? That and dirty rivers, NHS challenges and whether politicians should go to Glastonbury.

The Matts are joined by Simon Kuper, Financial Times journalist and author of Good Chaps – an extraordinary book exposing the collapse of morality at the heart of British politics. It’s a terrific conversation shedding light on how things got so bad so fast from Thatcher to Truss… and, as a bit of a diversion, […]

What does the election betting scandal say about Rishi Sunak’s qualities as a prime minister? And what is going on behind the scenes as Farage and Johnson go toe to toe over Putin and Ukraine… with a fascinating intervention by the Daily Mail? The Matts discuss all this… and revisit Matt K’s mini-adventure to Stuttgart […]

In this Sunday Q&A, the Two Matts ponder the Tories’ newfound support for electoral reform, given their historical stance. They also take on the complexities of proportional representation and the significance of party majorities. Also, are festivals cutting ties with sponsors like Baillie Gifford and Barclays due to activist pressure a problem and what impact […]

The Matts are joined by comedian Rosie Holt whose alter ego MP has done what many thought impossible – successfully (and hilariously) satirised this Tory government. Rosie talks about her new book and faces into life as a political satirist after the chaos of the Conservatives: “We’re going to have to work a bit harder […]

How Farage sucks the oxygen out of the political debate and the media fall for it every time. Plus – what would life be like if the Tories get as badly wiped out as polls suggest? And, as a special treat for listeners, Matt D delivers Donald Trump’s Father’s Day message in full.

In this Sunday’s Q&A, The Two Matts are asked whether a Labour ‘supermajority’ is good or bad, drawing on historical results to try to predict the impact of a huge majority. They also dive into the unique structure of and its implications, and are challenged on what they went without in their childhood. Subscribe to […]

After an opening half dissecting the latest election news, the Matts hook up with Dylan Jones, editor of the Evening Standard and ex-editor of GQ in the UK whose new memoir These Foolish Things is out now – an extraordinary trip through modern British culture taking in some of the biggest names in pop, rock, […]

The Matts explore the depths of Rishi Sunak’s catastrophic decision to bail from D-Day, trying to understand what might have possessed him… and they question if the gift he’s handed Nigel Farage could have possibly come at a worse time, coinciding as it does with Europe’s far-right gaining collective momentum. On a more hopeful note, […]

The Two Matts dive into Labour’s stance on Sunak’s honours list and discuss what a truly independent honours system could look like. They debate Nigel Farage’s potential to lead the right and the notable silence on Brexit from opposition parties. They also explore gonzo journalism, media influence and the peculiar phenomenon of ‘time slips’. Tune […]

The Two Matts digest the aftermath of the Sunak v Starmer TV debate and find big problems with both candidates… but at least one of them is actually capable of opening his mouth without a lie spilling out. In part two, they reflect on the inimitable courage of the D-Day generation and consider a family […]

Welcome to the first Two Matts General Election special podcast – and you join us with the breaking news that Nigel Farage has thrown himself into the campaign in a surprise announcement – taking over the leadership of Reform and running to win the Tory-held seat of Clacton. It’s the worst news Rishi Sunak could […]

Topics include the impact of Brexit on the UK and the Conservative Party, the reasoning behind voting Tory in this election, what the new portrait of King Charles III says about politics in the country and the future of AI in various fields such as defence and medicine.

How did Keir Starmer allow the row over Diane Abbott to swamp the early days of his election campaign? What is the upside? And had Abbott been mistreated to the point where the Labour leadership looks petty and vindictive? The Matts weigh in on the big campaign trail talking point. Also – in part two […]

In this Q&A episode The Two Matts discuss whether the blood scandal will be forgotten in the mayhem of the election, if bosses will take more responsibility for company failings in the wake of Paula Vennell’s inquiry breakdown, and does Rishi have another job to go to?

The Matts are joined by author and journalist Caitlin Moran to talk about men and the manisphere. What can men learn from the progress women made with feminism? It’s a broad spectrum conversation veering from pornography to football, from the benefits of banter to why so many men are bad at friendships. Also – is […]

Special bonus podcast on this week’s big story… no, not Paula Vennell’s disgrace in the Post Office scandal… no, not the infected blood scandal… no, not the huge upswing in migrants crossing the channel… not the news that mortgage rate cuts will be delayed until August, nor the news that the Rwanda flights will probably […]