Matthew Elliott joins Elizabeth Oldfield in his first interview since Brexit to talk about how he became the man behind the Brexit campaign and now a champion of social mobility through business. Elliott shares insights into his family's influence, his political awakening, and the principles that have guided his controversial yet impactful career. He offers a candid look inside the Brexit referendum, explaining the complex motivations that drove the Leave campaign and reflecting on the societal divisions it created.
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CHAPTERS
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:30 What is Sacred to you? Matthew Elliott Answers
00:02:54 Core Values and Life Mission
00:06:09 Political Perspectives and Pragmatism
00:08:54 Childhood Influences and Political Awakening
00:12:01 The Role of Education in Shaping Beliefs
00:14:54 The Intersection of Personality and Politics
00:18:09 Classical Liberalism and Social Responsibility
00:21:06 Government vs. Corporate Surveillance
00:24:01 The Role of Business in Society
00:26:06 Business and Social Responsibility
00:29:38 Brexit: A Journey of Skepticism and Change
00:36:14 The Role of Business in Society
00:43:43 Navigating Public Life and Backlash
Keywords: Brexit, politics, personal values, data privacy, classical liberalism, social responsibility, corporate ethics, government surveillance, community, public policy, business, social responsibility, Brexit, polarization, Jobs Foundation, employment, community, public life, skepticism, social good