Bestselling author and journalist, Andrew O'Hagan, joins Simon and Matt to discuss his latest novel, Calendonian Road.

They talk about the inspiration behind the book, the ever-changing landscape of British politics and pandemics and why it took a decade to write.

Andrew also gives us an insight into the creation of some of his characters, and tells us a great story about his time aboard a luxury yacht!

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