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Sorry Iran, it's Cost-No
1 oktober 2025 · 53 min
This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Josh Gondelman and James Nokise for a satirical sprint through the week’s most surreal headlines. Lees meer
🇺🇸 Trump at the UN — the world’s most chaotic diplomat-in-chief takes his brand of bluster to the global stage. What did he say this time, and did anyone manage to stay awake?
🐒 In Palau, macaques are making mischief—proof that not all international crises involve humans (though these monkeys are giving it a good go).
⛳ And at the Ryder Cup, golf’s most polite competition turns into a not-so-polite chaos-fest. Who lost their cool? Who lost their balls? And how did it all go so very wrong?
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Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Herded by macaques.
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What a State
24 september 2025 · 49 min
This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Nish Kumar and Sara Barron for a globe-spanning episode of satire, scandal, and despair. Lees meer
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🇺🇸 In the US, late-night comedy takes a hit as Jimmy Kimmel gets cancelled—we unpack what it says about culture, politics, and the endless churn of outrage.
🇬🇧 Across the pond, Donald Trump visits the UK, oh please.
🇵🇸 And Palestine, what a state.
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Real Housewives of the UN
17 september 2025 · 47 min
This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Anuvab Pal and Tiff Stevenson for a global sweep of OH GOD NOT ANOTHER WEEK LIKE THIS. At least we have a fun top story... Lees meer
🤖 In Albania, the government now has an AI Minister. Is this the future of politics, or just the first step toward being ruled by ChatGPT in a suit?
🇺🇸 In America, chaos reigns yet again—scandals, dysfunction, and a national mood that can best be described as “existential shrug.”
🇬🇧 Meanwhile in the UK, the far right edges further into the conversation. We ask: what does this mean, and will they sue if you call them far right?
🧭 And in history news: Marco Polo. Explorer? What exactly did he do?
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(Strong)men Making Friends
10 september 2025 · 49 min
This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Alice Fraser and Nato Green for a world tour through... Lees meer
🇨🇳 In China, the latest “conference” brings together a rogues’ gallery of global strongmen. At least it’s nice to see Men Having Friends—even if those friends are terrifying.
🇺🇸 In the US, the rebranded Department of War makes a bold statement, and bad rhymes.
🇬🇧 Meanwhile in the UK, the government is serving up yet another omnishambles
⚽ And in sport: once again, Trump nearly ruined it. Because of course he did.
Plus we announce major guests for our live show...exciting! #JohnnyShowbiz
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The Bugle Guide to September
1 september 2025 · 40 min
Hello Buglers, we are back with a spectacular new Bugle next week. Until then let’s celebrate this most premier of autumnal months… with a look back at September from years gone by. Lees meer
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This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner
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The Bugle is LIVE!
18 augustus 2025 · 31 min
Ahead of our 18th birthday (tickets on sale now: http://thebuglepodcast.com), we celebrate some classic live Bugles, with Andy, Nish, Alice and Alex Edelman. Lees meer
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Introduced by Andy Zaltzman and Chris Skinner. Produced by Laura Turner.
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Golf, Gaza and skinny men on drugs
1 augustus 2025 · 50 min
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This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Nato Green and Sara Barron for a jam-packed episode featuring geopolitics, golf, and pharmaceutical-powered transformations.
🇬🇧 Trump hits the UK — but not for diplomacy. No, he’s here for the golf, naturally. We unpack the weirdness of a man under multiple indictments taking celebratory swings on foreign soil.
🇵🇸 In Gaza, the human cost continues to mount. The team discusses what’s happening, what isn’t, and why outrage fatigue is very, very real.
💉 Meanwhile, in the world of image, insecurity, and injections: we tackle the rise of men on Ozempic. Who are they doing it for? Themselves? The algorithm? Their golf swing?
Plus: a healthy dose of righteous fury, despair-laced laughs, and a side of fairway hypocrisy.
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Slipping on ICE
24 juli 2025 · 33 min
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This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Jena Friedman and Ria Lina for an episode full of sub-zero headlines. With Trump's ICE on the loose, shifting climate cycles and unruly vandalism the trio plod their way through a bombardment of moral twist and turns.
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Produced by Laura Turner, Chris Skinner and Ross Ramsey-Golding.
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Intellectual Cats WILL Run The World
18 juli 2025 · 43 min
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This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Alice Fraser and Anuvab Pal as the trio plunge head first into a whirlwind of headlines, from irritable emojis and French public holidays to comets and judgemental pets.
And of course the team check-in to the land of Trump only to find a disappointed Donald celebrating the FIFA Club World Cup.
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Produced by Chris Skinner and Ross Ramsey-Golding.
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Palestine Inaction
11 juli 2025 · 45 min
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This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Ian Smith and Nish Kumar for a global dive into activism, absurdity, and the only sport where selflessness still exists (sometimes).
🗺️ Palestine Action — protestors, direct action, and is this chat even legal? Andy, Ian and Nish break down who’s doing what, why, and whether it makes a difference.
🏅 Meanwhile, in a move that absolutely no one saw coming (except everyone), Donald Trump has been nominated for a Nobel Prize. Yes, really. What next? A sainthood?
🏏 And in sports, meet the world’s most selfless cricketer—proof that somewhere, deep in the heart of cricket, the spirit of the game is still alive.
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Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner.
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BREAKING NEWS: The Future Never Runs Out Of Money
2 juli 2025 · 43 min
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This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Josie Long and Josh Gondelman for a turbulent episode stacked with big beautiful bills, endless Norwegian funds and outrageously rich pets.
Produced by Chris Skinner, Laura Turner and Ross Ramsey-Golding
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Too Much News - Bonus Edition
24 juni 2025 · 36 min
There has been so much news lately that we've had to hold back on some killer stories, so here they are - from Matcha chaos, to Jeff Bezos's wedding to female religious leaders. Lees meer
Andy is with: Tiff Stevenson, Hari Kondabolu, Felicity Ward, Neil Delamere, Alice Fraser, Tom Ballard and James Nokise.
Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner
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Iran bans puppies, and other stories from the Middle East
17 juni 2025 · 46 min
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This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Tiff Stevenson and Tom Ballard to untangle a world that's somehow too serious and too stupid—often at the same time.
🔥 Top Story: Iran & Israel — tensions escalate, missiles fly, and peace remains as elusive as a rational online comment section.
🐕 Also in Iran: forget cats with attitude—dog walking is now banned. We unpack the leash-tightening madness.
☀️ Meanwhile, the summer solstice brings light and… an AUKUS defence deal? Yes, nothing says sunshine like submarines.
🎺 And in the USA, Trump’s latest parade blares its way through logic and decency—again.
💬 Expect sharp satire, international nonsense, and at least one excellent pun.
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Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. And Chris's dog Daphne.
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Musk Mess Masked by Massive Madman
10 juni 2025 · 51 min
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This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Alice Fraser and Neil Delamere for a global sweep of chaos, climate, and confused birds.
🇺🇸 In the United States, Elon Musk continues to make noise, and riots bring yet another wave of existential dread. Democracy? Still TBD.
🌆 Sinking cities are on the rise (and by “on the rise” we mean going underwater). Is climate change trying to take real estate off the market?
🐧 In the Antarctic nationalist row nobody asked for, penguins have waddled straight into a geopolitical spat. Are they fascist birds, or just lost? We investigate.
💬 It's time to 'Ask Andy' - send your questions now.
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Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Climate-proofed by penguins.
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The Honey Badger Bugle
3 juni 2025 · 48 min
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This week, Andy Zaltzman leads an international panel of Buglers through the chaos of politics, wildlife, and billionaire bromances—with a special focus on honey badgers, New Zealand’s political drama, and the heartbreaking (or not?) Musk/Trump split.
Andy, Felicity Ward and James Nokise dig in to...
🦡 Honey badgers are fearless, chaotic, and possibly the spiritual animal of this podcast. We investigate their weird mythology and even weirder attitude.
🇳🇿 New Zealand politics is heating up—by Kiwi standards, at least. We delve into coalition collapses, policy oddities, and why it’s all oddly polite. 💔 Elon Musk and Donald Trump: the bromance is off. What happened? Who kept the merch? And can either of them survive without the other’s echo?
⚠️ Warning: This episode contains BS. You’ve been warned.
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A Mostly F***ING BLEAK-Free Bugle!
28 mei 2025 · 51 min
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This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by 'quibbling sibling' Helen Zaltzman and Josh Gondelman for a mostly F***ING BLEAK-free episode full of satire, jigsaw news and punctuation puns.
🇨🇦 In Canada news:
🧩 US-Canada trade war means jigsaw business owners are left picking up the pieces
👑 King Charles visits the colonies with promises of arming an ordinarily placid country
🇺🇸 In USA news:
☎️ Big Beautiful Bill resolute in bid to reach Trump's desk
🤑 Food 'sucked' at Trump's $148m meme coin dinner
📖 In Books and Language news:
🤖 AI-generated summer reading list published in newspapers
；Semicolon usage on the decline
⛅️ In Light in the Darkness news:
☀️ Solar panels in space to transmit electricity to Earth
🧠 Feeling awe helps mental health
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Produced by Ped Hunter and Chris Skinner.
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Donald Loves Big Guns
20 mei 2025 · 46 min
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This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Tiff Stevenson, Hari Kondabolu, and elite-tier producer Chad for a power-packed episode full of satire, absurdity, and deeply unnecessary sequels.
🇺🇸 In American news:
Trump gets weirdly complimentary about muscly men in the Middle East
James Comey—aspiring hitman or maître d’? And we ask: who will save the poor, struggling... private jet-owning white South Africans?
💼 The team reveals their old jobs—the cash-grabs, the chaos, and the character-building.
🦝 Wildlife news returns with animals doing very animal things.
📚 In The Bin: books, including a baffling follow-up to The Joy of Sex. Spoiler: not joyful.
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Produced by Chad, along with Laura Turner and Chris Skinner.
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MAGA Pope: Make America Guilty Again
14 mei 2025 · 55 min
This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by elite-tier Bugler and guest producer Belinda (as well as Nish Kumar and Tom Ballard) delivering a show so saucy it might get you banned from the Vatican gift shop. Lees meer
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🏏 Top Story: India v Pakistan — More than just a cricket match, it’s a boiling cauldron of nationalism, sport obsession, and a few pesky borders. What does this frenzy say about both countries—and how does it compare to how Russia does fun (spoiler: poorly)?
💸 Who will step in to sponsor the IPL extended break? We’re imagining a bidding war between detergent brands and authoritarian regimes.
🇬🇧🇮🇳 Plus, we dive into the UK–India post-Brexit trade deal: will it involve actual trade, or just ceremonial handshakes and whisky?
🕊️ Also in the news: a Ukraine ceasefire, which may or may not hold longer than a political promise, and Woke Pope News—has the Vatican gone vegan?
🎤 And in literary slander: Is Andy Zaltzman truly “the Wordsworth of anal filth”? We may never know, but we’ll speculate wildly.
⚖️ Also, we remember the Witch Trials—a time when women were persecuted for floating, speaking, or simply existing—and toss some flaming audio cocktails into the bin for good measure.
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Produced by Belinda Copeland, with support from Chris Skinner and Laura Turner.
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25 years of Stalin Cosplay
7 mei 2025 · 49 min
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This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by David O’Doherty and Alice Fraser to deliver your weekly fix of democracy despair, snake news, and historical nonsense.
🗳️ Top Story: Global Democracy Update — The world is somehow both leaning towards and veering away from Donald Trump. We check in on:
Australia, where going viral now involves saying racist things in chip shops 🍟
The UK, where a party that is definitely not far-right (and will sue you if you say otherwise) made gains 🏴
And Ireland, where we mark the first hundred days of government with a sigh, a shrug, and mild confusion ☘️
🌍 Also this week: Remember when Net Zero was an actual goal and not just a vague eco-dream whispered into the wind? Good times.
🐍 In Snake News: one man basically conquers snakes by letting them bite him. Yes, this is a real story. Yes, he’s probably not okay.
📚 Plus, we look back at Tennessee banning the teaching of evolution (because that could never happen again, right?), and the thrill of the first four-minute mile.
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Produced by Tom Wright, Chris Skinner, and Laura Turner.
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Carney Trumps MAGA, and we explain Pete Hegseth
30 april 2025 · 49 min
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This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Hari Kondabolu and Anuvab Pal for a turbo-charged tour through history, politics, and questionable phone etiquette.
🍁 In Canada, Trump somehow manages to swing the election against him—was trying to make just one extra state the fatal flaw? We dig into North America's weirdest geopolitical fantasy.
📱 Pete Hegseth’s phone game is all over the place—so naturally, we guess what might explain his behaviour. We're probably wrong.
🧵 The Bayeux Tapestry—beautiful, historic, and possibly the result of an 11th-century frat house? We count the danglers (yes, actual danglers), and ask: was this the first ever meme thread?
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Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner.
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The Pope, The Wrestler and The Terrorist
23 april 2025 · 38 min
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This week we look back at the arrival of Pope Francis, and the end of Osama Bin Laden - as revealed by John Cena.
Includes a clip from Realms Unknown, which is in your pod feed now!
A new Bugle is in your feed next week.
This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner.
Presented by Andy Zaltzman, with John Oliver, Alice Fraser and James Colley.
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Dr Evil Set To Impose Million Percent Tariffs!
14 april 2025 · 38 min
This week on The Bugle, Andy is joined by Josie Long and Nato Green for a chaotic cruise through the week’s weirdest news. Lees meer
💰 Top Story: Tariffs (ugh, again) — but this time, we’re talking a million percent tariffs. Are we heading toward a financial apocalypse, or just another Tuesday in global trade?
🗞️ America is drifting away from reality, and the news is... not helping. Meanwhile, US university funding takes another hit. Spoiler: it’s not looking good for future rocket scientists.
🐀 And in Rat News from Birmingham: the rats are multiplying, they’re confident, and some may now speak English. Yes, really.
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Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner
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Liberation Day: Weird, at best
6 april 2025 · 44 min
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This week, Andy is joined by Alice and Tiff as we toss useless kitchen gadgets into the bin and declare it Liberation Day— the world is free… or at least pretending to be!
📰 Top Story: Global economic weight-loss plans, penguin-based trade analysis, and a surprise appearance from Norfolk Island.
🎺 Trump news (still a thing): Why is he firing national security staff? And what does Laura Loomer have to do with it?
👀 Cory Booker makes headlines for not peeing.
⚔️ Women in war: Who would have thought a very bad man would have a very bad take.
🗿 In archaeology news: A 3-year-old makes a big discovery. Has she already peaked?
And finally, a reminder from earlier: Fascism—still bad.
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Produced by Laura Turner and Chris Skinner
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April Fools!
30 maart 2025 · 30 min
Hello Buglers! While Andy is off bringing his unique brand of satirical Irish language rap and extremely English-sounding spoken word to Dublin and Belfast, we wouldn’t dream of leaving you without your dose of hot takes on global news! Lees meer
This week, we’re diving into Top Stories, our show that revisits the history of The Bugle, one headline at a time. And since April is upon us, We’ve handpicked three classic April episodes for your listening pleasure:
🎤 Bugle 149 – #CrucifyBieber (April 2011): A certain pop icon makes an unexpected cameo in the Middle East.
💰 Bugle 267 – Gaining My Religion: The UK Government’s relentless pursuit of austerity meets a dance as old as time.
🐼 Bugle 4148 – Panda Time (April 2020): Alice Fraser, Al Murray, and I try to stay sane at the height of lockdown.
There are hundreds more Top Stories waiting for you—dive into the feed and enjoy! And remember, The Bugle exists because of you—head to thebuglepodcast.com to support the show.
We’ll be back next week!
Episode produced by Laura Turner and Chris Skinner
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H A P P Oh God Why!?
23 maart 2025 · 40 min
This week, we investigate the happiest nations on Earth and ask: How?! Finland is officially joyful, the UK is redefining disability, and the bizarre love-hate triangle of Trump, Putin, and Zelenskyy—does anyone in that mess feel happy? Meanwhile, in Dublin, Molly Malone is getting groped… but why? Lees meer
Plus, we take a trip back in time to when a British Prime Minister found himself in an actual duel (yes, with real guns), and Andy treats us to his latest, highly scientific, bear impressions.
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Written and hosted by Andy Zaltzman, Ria Lina, Neil Delamere.
Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner.
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Share Prices May Go Down, As Well As Really Down
15 maart 2025 · 47 min
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This week it’s another tour through America’s pre-Mad Max phase, with Tesla’s on the Whitehouse lawn, and share prices in the gutter. Also, Canada has a new leader and Pokemon now knows what you’re up to.
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Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner.
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Ukrainian Comedian Faces Crazed Hecklers
5 maart 2025 · 50 min
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This week, Andy and Alice tackle the big (and weird) stories of the moment—Ukraine, Trump, Starmer, and, of course, some truly terrible meetings. In health news, there’s actual cancer research progress (for once!), but we’re also forced to confront the true power of avocados. Meanwhile, the Pope is unwell, AI continues its quest for world domination, and we opt in—begrudgingly or otherwise.
Also, check out Realms Unknown, our new show, now fully visualised on YouTube! And if you love passion, you'll love A Passion for Passion—grab your copy here: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/RealmsUnknown.
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Stop Resisting
25 februari 2025 · 48 min
Tiff Stevenson and Anuvab Pal join Andy Zaltzman for more of your finest bullshit bookended satire. Lees meer
This week, the team report on Germany's tentative shift to the right, Trump wondering why 'dictator' Zelenskyy, Starmer and Macron have done nothing to end Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Liz Truss urging 'Elon's nerd army' to examine Britain's 'deep state' and - in comparatively normal news - Amazon buying James Bond.
Meanwhile, Anuvab's yoga teacher imparts some wisdom to apply to all of the above.
Listen in for top-tier satire, incisive analysis, and the usual dose of nonsense.
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🎙 Featuring: Andy Zaltzman, Tiff Stevenson and Anuvab Pal
🎛 Produced by: Chris Skinner & Ped Hunter
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Peace On Earth!
18 februari 2025 · 53 min
Alice Fraser and Josh Gondelman join Andy Zaltzman for another sharp-witted dive into the world’s chaos. Lees meer
This week, the team look for light in the darkness of President Trump's latest shenanigans, including his long-overdue war on paper straws, plus there is exciting news of the world's first naturally occurring frittata.
Listen in for top-tier satire, incisive analysis, and the usual dose of nonsense.
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Woke Submarine exclusive
11 februari 2025 · 24 min
The Bugle Takes a Breather – But the Nonsense Continues! Lees meer
We're giving the world a chance to calm down (or at least try) while The Bugle takes a short break. But fear not! We've stitched together some top-tier, totally bogus Bugle bits just for you.
In this special episode:
🔹 Never-before-heard woke submarine news
🔹 A timeless, fart-fueled tale
🔹 A sneak peek at Realms Unknown, our brand-new show—including a dive into the wild world of BookTok politics
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Produced by Chris Skinner & Laura Turner.
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Trade Tantrums, Brexit Birthday and Superbowl!
4 februari 2025 · 53 min
Nish Kumar joins Andy Zaltzman for another sharp-witted dive into the world’s chaos. This episode unpacks the latest trade wars between Trump’s USA, Canada, and Mexico, explores the bittersweet hilarity of a Brexit birthday, and offers a uniquely Bugle-style preview of the Super Bowl. Lees meer
Listen in for top-tier satire, incisive analysis, and the usual dose of nonsense.
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Radioactive Toddler Waves Arms Around
29 januari 2025 · 44 min
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Tech Bro's now run the world, until their Chinese Techrivals outtech them. This may be why they are getting into politics? We explore a bunch of stories where tech and politics collide, and look at the impact on the kids. Spoiler: they are not alright.
Also, Andy shares his 'fun' travels.
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Featuring:
Andy Zaltzman
Alice Fraser
Anuvab Pal
Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner.
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Just 1460 Days To Go!
21 januari 2025 · 44 min
It's angrier, it's wrinklier, it's orangier! It's the sequel so many of us feared. So let's strap in! Also, news from Gaza and Scotland. Gosh it's been a week. Lees meer
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Featuring:
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Tiff Stevenson
Nato Green
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Trump Returns, Will He Follow Through?
15 januari 2025 · 53 min
Andy is with Nish and Josh to look at Donald Trump's plans for his presidency. Who will he invade first, and will Elon Musk be at his side, or on Steve Bannon's naughty step? Lees meer
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Featuring:
Andy Zaltzman
Josh Gondelman
Nish Kumar
Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner.
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The Bugle remembers 2024
6 januari 2025 · 55 min
A lot happened in 2024, some of it was very important (Glasgow's Willy Wonka exhibit), some of it less so (the US elections). We pick some highlights. Includes an exclusive unheard sports section with John Oliver. Lees meer
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Featuring:
Andy Zaltzman
John Oliver
Alice Fraser
Nish Kumar
Nato Green
Helen Zaltzman
Josh Gondelman
Ahir Shah
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John and Andy answer your questions!
30 december 2024 · 30 min
Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver answer questions asked by The Bugle's premium subscribers - learn about the Chocolate Milk gang, John's true view on puns, and whether or not your should put a donkey in a lift. Lees meer
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Featuring:
Andy Zaltzman
John Oliver
Chris Skinner
Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner.
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Robots, Royals and Wrong 'Uns
23 december 2024 · 50 min
Drones are invading, Prince Andrew is evading, Farage is parading. Also, where did all the Guinness go? Lees meer
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Neil Delamere
Alice Fraser
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The Nepo-Dictator's Nadir
16 december 2024 · 57 min
John Oliver returns to The Bugle in a momentous week, to explore the fall of Assad, politics on both sides of the Atlantic (sandwiches all round) and the latest announcements from FIFA. It's a bumper edition! Lees meer
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Featuring:
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John Oliver
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Has 2024 Jumped The Shark?
7 december 2024 · 42 min
South Korea tries a little martial law, France dusts off the guillotine, Joe Biden dishes out a special Christmas present. 2024 seems to have taken a laxative. Lees meer
Andy Zaltzman is with James Nokise and Ria Lina
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Ria Lina
James Nokise
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Campaign For Traditional Bullying
1 december 2024 · 43 min
Andy is with Felicity Ward and Hari Kondabolu, to review COP, the latest ceasefire, and if there are any jokes that can be made about assisted dying. Sounds bleak, right, WELL YOU'RE WRONG! Plus there's a new Bugle advent calendar! Lees meer
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Hari Kondabolu
Felicity Ward
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Influencer Repeatedly Punches Sick Old Man
24 november 2024 · 38 min
Andy is with Alice and Anuvab and they pick the finest moments from this week's news. What a week! Social media bans, war and corruption aplenty! Also, we set you a new challenge. Lees meer
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Alice Fraser
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The Countdown Bugle
17 november 2024 · 48 min
Trump has recruited a perfectly normal team to take America forwards. Also, Cop29 is a gift from God, and Andy has a run down on God's next pick for chief religious person. Lees meer
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Josh Gondelman
Tiff Stevenson
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Electoral Shock Therapy
8 november 2024 · 45 min
Andy is joined by Nato Green to process what America has done to itself. Lees meer
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The Pollsters Have Given Up - Bugle 4319
4 november 2024 · 46 min
Andy Zaltzman, Nish Kumar and Alice Fraser look at the final moments of the US election. Is Donald Trump still functioning? Is this the end of polls? Can we all vote? Lees meer
Also, the British Royal Family: Rich.
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Nish Kumar
Alice Fraser
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The Most American Thing in History...
24 oktober 2024 · 40 min
Elon musk's million dollar cheques, Christopher Columbus & drug dealing snowboarders. This week we plunge deep into the weird (and not so wonderful) with quite literally a mountain of global headlines to wade through. Lees meer
Andy is with Alice Fraser and Josie Long in a podcast that is funded by you, the listener...
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This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Ross Ramsey-Golding
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Bonus Bugle: Bugle Episode 92
15 oktober 2024 · 34 min
Andy is in Pakistan so we revisit a classic from The Bugle, where Andy, John talked about things that were happening, including jokes. Lees meer
There's also a new Ask Andy out this week for our paid subscribers!
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Netherlands? More like Nether happened!
1 oktober 2024 · 47 min
This week we visit the moon, discuss sausages v. hostages, and for our friends in New York - what is a bribe? Lees meer
Andy is with Anuvab Pal and Tiff Stevenson in a podcast that is funded by you, the listener...
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Kiss The Hate Away
24 september 2024 · 44 min
JD Vance continues to do the opposite of shine, the Labour Party are bad at politics, and who cares about moths? Andy is with Alice Fraser and Hari Kondabolu. Lees meer
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The News: Raining Cats and Dogs
17 september 2024 · 48 min
Are Americans eating cats and dogs, and do the British know what a fish looks like? It's another big news week. Andy is with Nish Kumar and Tom Ballard. Lees meer
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Nish Kumar
Tom Ballard
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TASK ANDY
11 september 2024 · 24 min
As Andy prepares for the launch of Taskmaster, we present a special edition of Ask Andy. Lees meer
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