Best Pete Campbell Podcasts (2024)

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Q&A: Could the EU join the UK? Plus Trump Conspiracy Theories 31:27

26m ago31:27

31:27

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 sports over the years. The intrepid podcasters also dive into how soundbite cult…

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Has Starmer done enough? 58:07

2h ago58:07

58:07

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 JD Vance mean for Trump and for Britain? And why is David Lammy parading his Christianity on the national airwaves? The…

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SportsLit (Season 8, Episode 12) - Jerry Grillo (Journalist) - Big Cat: The Life of Baseball Hall of Famer Johnny Mize 1:26:24

3h ago1:26:24

1:26:24

Johnny Mize, a top home-run hitter in a turbulent time for baseball and North America, never got a complete biography in his lifetime. Author Jerry Grillo, who lives in the same region of rural Georgia where Mize hailed from, has remedied that by examining Mize’s baseball life and his effect on the sport. Mize (1913-1993, inducted into the Baseball…

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“The shot heard round the world” 37:52

1h ago37:52

37:52

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

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Q&A: Brexit, Starmer, and Football Fever 34:37

4d ago34:37

34:37

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 Telegraph's editorial stance, the UK's military cons…

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Is Joe Biden now the most dangerous man in America? 44:12

2d ago44:12

44:12

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 Matts haven’t got a clue but that doesn’…

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SportsLit (Season 8, Episode 11) - Tiffany Brown, Erin Strout, Katie Steele - The Price She Pays 1:06:59

5d ago1:06:59

1:06:59

New investment and enthusiasm are pouring into women’s sports. In “The Price She Pays: Confronting the Hidden Mental Health Crisis in Women’s Sports— from the Schoolyard to the Stadium,” lead authors Dr. Tiffany Brown and Katie Steele call for changes to the athletic hierarchy women compete under. As lead authors, along with co-author Erin Strout, …

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How to Leverage M&A as a Growth Strategy for Your Agency, With Matt Bodnar 38:28

4d ago38:28

38:28

Points of Interest 00:54 – 01:39 – Matt’s Journey: Matt Bodnar shares his background, mentioning his experience at Goldman Sachs and his move to Nashville in 2011, where he bought his first IT service company. 02:24 – 03:07 – M&A Realization: Matt explains how he stumbled into mergers and acquisitions and the importance of creative deal structures …

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The UK's Administrator In Chief is off to a flyer 44:44

9d ago44:44

44:44

Keir Starmer looked incredibly at ease and confident at the Saturday presser. 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! Subscribe to The New European : https://www.theneweuropean.c…

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What a night! What a win! What now? 46:41

8d ago46:41

46:41

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 asks big ques…

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At last … the election run-in - with special guest Tom Baldwin 37:06

12d ago37:06

37:06

It’s the final few days of the election campaign and the Matts are joined by Keir Starmer biographer for 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 should Starmer go to the Euro finals of England get through…

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Q&A: Will Starmer recruit Campbell and the cost of Brexit 26:42

18d ago26:42

26:42

Will Keir Starmer involve Alastair Campbell in Number 10? How important is it that Labour provide stability? And how much impact do the media really have on voting outcomes? That and dirty rivers, NHS challenges and should politicians go to Glastonbury? Delve into the latest Q&A episode to find out. Have a question? If you're listening on Spotify y…

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Good chaps, bad chaps - how British politics went bent 38:49

16d ago38:49

38:49

The Matts are joined by Simon Kuper, FT 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 bit of a diversion, we also chat about Paris - another of Simon’s passio…

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Why self-love heals: vibrant life with Dr Bradley Campbell EP64 41:20

16d ago41:20

41:20

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, or let down by mainstream medicine's overmedication of symptoms? Do you wonder if there's a simpler, more profound way to achieve true wellness? In this episode, we explore the transformative power of self-love with Dr. Bradley Campbell, who reveals how self-love can be the ultimate medic…

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Sign up for the Two Matts' election night Whatsapp channel! 1:53

16d ago1:53

1:53

Want some hot takes all through election night? Allow the Two Matts to explain, and hit this link on your phone to get ready for the night (requires Whatsapp): https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vaia0kiEwEjspYO0MD3j PS: Whatsapp channels do not share your phone number with others, nor can you comment - you join up and recieve messages and updates in …

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SportsLit (Season 8, Episode 10) - Madeleine Orr (Asst. Prof., U of T) - Warming Up 1:17:48

18d ago1:17:48

1:17:48

Sport ecologist Dr. Madeleine Orr is pitching a ‘green game plan’ for sports fans. In “Warming Up,” Orr pairs her academic curiosity and storytelling to stir optimism (or “hopeium”) about using the power of sport to explain climate adaptation. The University of Toronto professor’s début book reminds readers sports are a bigger social connector than…

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Building a Vibrant Agency Culture, With Nicole Greer 46:17

18d ago46:17

46:17

Points of Interest 00:01 – 00:58 – Introduction: Marcel Petitpas introduces the episode and guest Nicole Greer, founder and CEO of Build a Vibrant CultureTM. 00:59 – 02:14 – Guest Background: Nicole shares her journey and experience, highlighting her work with notable brands like State Farm and The Ohio State University. 02:15 – 04:05 – Importance …

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Farage V Johnson and the Daily Mail 47:20

26d ago47:20

47:20

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 with the Tartan Army this w…

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Q&A: Could cultural activism kill the arts and do we need electoral reform? 29:31

28d ago29:31

29:31

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 Bailey Gifford and Barclays due to activist pressure a problem and …

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Rosie Holt MP laughs in the face of Tory electoral collapse 41:58

1M ago41:58

41:58

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 after this lot have gone”. Bef…

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From Isolation to Belonging: How to Find Your Tribe in a Crazy Society EP63 28:35

23d ago28:35

28:35

Do you ever feel deeply lonely, like you're the only one who sees the truth while the world goes mad around you? In today's solo episode, join me in exploring how creating connected communities is a powerful antidote to the epidemic of isolation and loneliness experienced by many, especially those awakening to a reality beyond the crazy society we …

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General Election Special Week 3: Farage, contracts and Trump 40:34

1M ago40:34

40:34

How Farage sucks the oxygen out of the political debate and the media fall for it every time PLUS what would life be like of the Tories get as badly wiped out as polls suggest and as a special treat for listeners, Matt D delivers Donald Trump’s Fathers Day message in full. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Q&A: Reform's unique setup, super majorities and what we went without 26:04

1M ago26:04

26:04

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

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The Freewheelin’ Dylan Jones 56:09

1M ago56:09

56:09

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, media and art. And it’s a very personal …

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How to Identify the Right Leadership Style, with Audrey Joy Kwan 40:08

1M ago40:08

40:08

Points of Interest 00:01 – 00:40 – Introduction: Marcel Petitpas introduces Audrey Joy Kwan, a seasoned leadership coach and agency consultant, discussing her extensive experience in agency leadership development. Audrey shares her transition from law to marketing, leading to a significant career in agency leadership. 06:57 – 08:26 – Leadership Sty…

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Sunak’s disaster, Europe’s far-right... and a glimmer of Lib-Dem light 35:52

1M ago35:52

35:52

The Matts explore the depths of 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, they agree Lib-Dem l…

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Q&A: Tackling Honours Lists, Farage's Future, and Brexit Silence 27:39

1M ago27:39

27:39

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 …

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SportsLit (Season 8, Episode 9) - Evanka Osmak (Anchor / Sportsnet Central) - Ali Hoops 39:17

1M ago39:17

39:17

In “Ali Hoops,” the début children’s book by sports anchor Evanka Osmak, the 10-year-old heroine just wants a place in the game. Ali “daydreams about being a basketball star,” but frets about whether she can make her school team. Along the way, Ali learns lessons about who makes a true team off and on the floor — and illustrates how sports give a c…

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“Can you trust Rishi” and other stupid questions 44:55

1M ago44:55

44:55

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 story that perfectly illustrates just how m…

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Earl Campbell Unplugged 🔌 | Episode #03 48:42

1M ago48:42

48:42

Join us in this deeply moving episode as we sit down with NFL legend Earl Campbell for an intimate conversation that explores the highs and lows of his incredible journey. With Father's Day just passing, Earl reflects on the lessons he's learned as a father and how he's strived to be a role model despite facing significant challenges. Earl opens up…

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How to Use Spirituality to overcome $500k in Debt with Dan Harrison #62 40:02

1M ago40:02

40:02

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by financial struggles and seeking a path to freedom, this episode is for you. Join us as Dan Harrison shares his incredible journey from $500,000 debt to financial and spiritual success, offering invaluable insights and actionable steps to reclaim your financial freedom and live a more fulfilling life. Who is Dan Harr…

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General Election Special: Week 1 - Farage is back 43:09

2M ago43:09

43:09

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 Sunak could have wished for - but how should Starmer b…

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Q&A: Brexit, Voting Tory, and AI in Medicine 21:25

2M ago21:25

21:25

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

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How did Diane Abbott derail Keir Starmer? 1:19:05

2M ago1:19:05

1:19:05

How did Keir Starmer allow the row over Diane Abbott 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 - the brilliant Alan Edwards, author of I Was There…

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Feeling out of place in the mainstream? How to find a tribe where you truly belong | BONUS 6:50

2M ago6:50

6:50

Do you feel like you don't fit into the mould of mainstream society? Like you're constantly misunderstood or out of place? In today's short but powerful bonus episode, Nathan Maingard shares a deeply personal story of bullying and isolation, how he ultimately found his true tribe and, most importantly: how you can find yours! If you've ever felt li…

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How to Design the Perfect Client Experience, with Joey Tackett 45:10

2M ago45:10

45:10

Points of Interest 00:00 – 05:32 – Opening Discussion: Marcel and Joey highlight the critical role of clear communication and the art of building client relationships in agency settings. 05:34 – 08:36 – Joey's Insights: Sharing his journey as an agency owner and creative director, Joey delves into why effective communication is foundational to stro…

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Q&A: Blood Scandal, Paula Vennells and Rishi's new job 34:27

2M ago34:27

34:27

In this Q and 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? If you'd like to get a question in to The Two Matt's email 2matts@tnepublish…

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Caitlin Moran and the trouble with men 54:31

2M ago54:31

54:31

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 so bad at friendships. Also - is the new play Boys From The Black…

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Embrace Your Inner Shadows: Shadow Work Prompts for Healing and Inner Peace #61 26:48

2M ago26:48

26:48

Have you ever felt frustrated and trapped by a place, person, or job? And you were certain that it was the fault of that place, person, or job! And, if you could change it, then everything would get better... Yet, when you did change the job, relationship, or place...within a few weeks or months, you faced the same issues! You were overcome by a cr…

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Welcome to six weeks of political mayhem and the end of an error 30:36

2M ago30:36

30:36

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 never happen... …

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Q&A: Should we believe Starmer's pledge card and compulsory voting 41:49

2M ago41:49

41:49

In this Sunday Q&A episode the two Matts take on your questions on compulsory voting, online voting, Article 7 and more on the Elphicke defection. Get your questions in to 2matts@tnepublishing.com You can subscribe to The New European here: https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/2matts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Lies, damned lies, and Rishi Sunak 54:30

2M ago54:30

54:30

Not only was Rishi Sunak’s election campaign salvo this week one of the laziest, divisive and incoherent collections of gaslighting gibberish in recent political history - it was littered throughout with misleading suggestions and basic untruths. The Matts do a bit of fact checking on our dear leader’s latest spell behind baby’s first lectern. Also…

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How to unlock happiness, health, and harmony with Noa Aon #60 41:09

2M ago41:09

41:09

Explore the transformative journey of Noa Aon to discover how integrating ancient wisdom with modern biohacking can help to overcome burnout, overwhelm and stuckness...leading to a balanced, fulfilling life of happiness, health, and harmony. About Noa Aon (Pavel Stuchlik) Pavel Stuchlik, also known as Noa Aon, is an expert in self-realization techn…

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SportsLit (Season 8, Episode 8) - Noah Gittell (Author / Critic) - Baseball: The Movie 1:08:03

2M ago1:08:03

1:08:03

Noah Gittell is here to get the baseball movie out of its big-screen slump. In “Baseball: The Movie,” his first book, he advocates for the return of a sports movie niche that has faded since “Moneyball” and “42” were hits in the early ’10s. Drawing on insights from fellow writers and ballplayers, Gittell shows how the baseball movie, since the time…

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When, Who, and How to Hire for Success, With Jamie Van Cuyk 40:36

2M ago40:36

40:36

Points of Interest 00:01 – 00:40 – Introduction: Marcel Petitpas introduces the episode and guest Jamie van Cuyk, an expert in hiring and onboarding, who shares her extensive experience in helping entrepreneurs effectively grow their teams. 01:20 – 02:43 – Company Overview: Jamie describes her role and the objectives of her company, Growing Your Te…

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