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The Romesh Ranganathan Show

Shanthi's Acting Skills, Genie Wishes & Expensive Taste

The Romesh Ranganathan Show

Ranga Bee & Platform Media

Comedy, Society & Culture

4.6713 Ratings

🗓️ 22 January 2026

⏱️ 24 minutes

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Summary

Shanthi and Romesh answer your questions and act out several scenes from alternative James Bond improv to hypothetical genies. Plus Shanthi's opinion on why some things are worth buying no matter the price. There’s villain energy, big laughs, questionable casting and as per usual, plenty of moments where neither of them can keep it together. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Listen. 00:00 Intro01:30 Shanthi & Romesh answer your questions02:49 Shanthi’s acting background04:50 An improvised scene09:03 Shanthi 00711:47 A question about a genie17:33 Expensive perfume Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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