EPISODE · Jun 10, 2021 · 47 MIN
How John Major unintentionally sparked Brexit, and the fall of the Murdoch empire
from The Two Matts
In this week's episode, Steve Anglesey is joined by historian James Hawes to look back at how Brexit could have been sparked by former pro-European prime minister John Major. Journalist Liz Gerard looks at the fall of the Murdoch empire, and how the Sun has lost its way since the EU referendum. Is their loyal allegiance to Boris Johnson part of the problem? Plus, Brexiteers Noel Gallagher and Martin Daubney enter the Hall of Shame. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this week's episode, Steve Anglesey is joined by historian James Hawes to look back at how Brexit could have been sparked by former pro-European prime minister John Major. Journalist Liz Gerard looks at the fall of the Murdoch empire, and how the Sun has lost its way since the EU referendum. Is their loyal allegiance to Boris Johnson part of the problem? Plus, Brexiteers Noel Gallagher and Martin Daubney enter the Hall of Shame. Enjoyed this episode? Let us know by tweeting @TheNewEuropean Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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