Before you listen to this BBC podcast I'd like to tell you about something else you might enjoy.

My name is Allison Hindle and I commission audio drama and fiction for the BBC.

It's a great privilege because I get to unearth stories people love.

You should see the books and scripts covering my floor,

from new talent and established writers as well as classics.

The BBC has such a rich history of making great audio drama,

we're still the largest producer in the world,

and the popularity of podcasts means we can share what we do with even more people.

So if you like to lose yourself in a gripping audio drama or book, find your next listen on BBC Sounds.

BBC Sounds, music radio podcasts.

Welcome to TLDR, Too Long Didn't Read,

The news for people who genuinely care,

but not quite enough to get through all the Sunday supplements.

I'm Catherine Beohart and you're safe here, sweet one.

We're going to explain what you missed.

We're coming to you from the tiny bunker that is the Museum of Comedy. You can't see it, but it's very fancy in here.

Rude. I'm standing under a giant animatronic Bobby Davro. It's incredible.

Each week we unpack a big old story for you

because let's be honest, keeping on top of the news is a full-time job

and you already have one of those, I assume.

I don't know you.

Also, there's literally never been more news. It's very draining. The news is the most complicated

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