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The Two Matts

The Ballad of John and Paul … plus The End for Marine Le Pen?

The Two Matts

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News, News Commentary, Government, Politics

4.4523 Ratings

🗓️ 1 April 2025

⏱️ 57 minutes

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Summary

The Matts are joined by Ian Leslie, author of the stupendously good John And Paul - A Love Story In Songs. They explore the freakish nature of an artistic collaboration that shook the world, as Ian brings fresh insight to the intimate relationship between the most influential songwriters in history. It’s a must listen for all Beatles fans but also anyone interested in their creative process and the psychology that bound them together. Before that – the Matts digest the incroyable news from France as Marine Le Pen is barred from political office for five years. Was it the end for her, or just the intro to the far right’s assault on the judiciary? Enjoy…


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