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Aug 2022
44m 57s

Malcolm Turnbull

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Matt Chorley speaks to the former Prime Minister of Australia Malcolm Turnbull on why British politics is similar to down under, Boris Johnson, the monarchy and his tribute to Olivia Newton-John.


Also columnists Oliver Kamm and David Aaronovitch on not having a government, amnesty international and fine wines. 


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