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The Two Matts

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    Britain is failing the next generation. With Peter Hyman and Shuab Gamote

    21/05/2026 | 43 mins.
    The Matts are joined by Peter Hyman and Shuab Gamote on the day they launch their incredibly impactful, important and moving report into the plight of one million NEETs in Britain - that’s young people Not in Education, Employment or Training. It’s a remarkable piece of work; a total eye-opener into a generational crisis which urgently needs a solution. The personal stories Peter and Shuab encounter are truly remarkable - and their conclusions are a clarion call for radical change to a trajectory which shames this nation.

    Download the report here and subscribe to The New World in time for their cover story next week here

    Produced by Matt Withers
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    SPECIAL with Misan Harriman: Under attack from the UK’s right wing press

    19/05/2026 | 33 mins.
    The Matts speak with Misan Harriman, the chair of Britain’s largest arts and culture institution, the Southbank Centre. Misan has been under persistent attack from much of the UK’s right wing media - all for something he didn’t say. It’s an extraordinary and ugly case study in how the press in Britain work. But, perhaps, in Misan Harriman they’ve bitten off more than they can chew. Enjoy the podcast - but prepare to have your blood boil.

    Produced by Matt Withers

    OFFER: Get The New World for just £1 for the first month. Head to https://www.thenewworld.co.uk/2matts/
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    The Two Matts Q&A: Farage and the five million plus Palestine Action trial scandal

    16/05/2026 | 42 mins.
    The Matts answer listeners’ questions including: where is the outrage over Nigel Farage’s ethical void; why do people who think they were sold a pup on Brexit now vote for the puppy salesman; should the entire cabinet now resign; what is China doing right; why are the Palestine Action 24 being sentenced as terrorists; and can the Matts suggest a short list of cultural destinations for a very special birthday celebration? 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 EDITION: The most consequential by-election ever…

    15/05/2026 | 44 mins.
    The Matts consider just how much is at stake in the Makerfield by-election, assuming Andy Burnham is allowed to stand. Who will Reform put up against him (we have one idea) and what will Zack Polanski’s move be? Take a chunk of Burnham’s vote or sit it out? And how will Keir Starmer play his cards? If you want to hear two pundits try to work out what the hell any of this will add up to… you’ve come to the right place. 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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    AND... THEY’RE OFF!

    14/05/2026 | 47 mins.
    Join the Matts as they discuss the omnishambles in Downing Street. Exciting times as they receive the breaking news that Wes Streeting has resigned and the contest to be the next PM is afoot. Who now holds the upper hand? Matt K has surveyed his most influential contacts on who will be PM by Christmas - their answer may surprise you. Certainly, Matt D disagrees. Either way - 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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