The Bugle

🎧 Support The Bugle! Get bonus episodes, exclusive videos, and the smug self-righteousness of a Team Bugle subscription at thebuglepodcast.com 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. 📺 Watch our visual fantasy-comedy show Realms Unknown on YouTube. Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. And Chris's dog Daphne. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

🎧 Support The Bugle! Get bonus shows, exclusive videos, and a smug sense of global awareness at thebuglepodcast.com 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. 📺 Watch our fantasy comedy series Realms Unknown now fully visualised on YouTube Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Climate-proofed by penguins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

🎧 Support The Bugle! Get bonus shows, exclusive video episodes, and smug warmth at thebuglepodcast.com  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.📺 Watch Realms Unknown, now fully visualised on YouTube. Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Possibly supervised by a honey badger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

🎧 Support The Bugle! Become a Team Bugle subscriber for bonus episodes, exclusive merch, and the unmatched pleasure of elite-tier status: https://thebuglepodcast.com 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 🎧 Listen to our sci-fi and fantasy comedy show Realms Unknown hosted by Bugle favourite Alice Fraser, and pick up her book A Passion for Passion here: http://uk.bookshop.org/shop/RealmsUnknown Produced by Ped Hunter and Chris Skinner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2025

🎧 Support The Bugle! Become a Team Bugle subscriber for bonus episodes, exclusive merch, and the unmatched pleasure of elite-tier status: thebuglepodcast.com 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 EastJames 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. 📺 Watch our fantasy-comedy series Realms Unknown on this channel and pick up A Passion for Passion here: http://uk.bookshop.org/shop/RealmsUnknown Produced by Chad, along with Laura Turner and Chris Skinner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

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. 🔹 Support The Bugle! Get bonus episodes, exclusive video editions, and the moral superiority of a Team Bugle subscription: thebuglepodcast.com 🏏 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. 🎧 Watch our fantasy-meets-satire show Realms Unknown on YouTube, and check out A Passion for Passion here: http://uk.bookshop.org/shop/RealmsUnknown 🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for weekly satire on sport, politics, religion, and righteous nonsense. Produced by Belinda Copeland, with support from Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

📯 Support The Bugle! Get exclusive video editions, bonus shows, and the right to feel a little superior: thebuglepodcast.com 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. 🎧 Check out Realms Unknown, our fully visualised YouTube show, and grab your copy of A Passion for Passion here: Bookshop.org 🔔 LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for satirical takes on politics, history, science, and slippery reptiles. Produced by Tom Wright, Chris Skinner, and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2025

Support The Bugle! Get exclusive video editions, bonus episodes, and fine smugness: thebuglepodcast.com 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? 🔔 Hit LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for your weekly dose of international satire, ancient art mockery, and unfiltered Bugle nonsense. Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2025

Support The Bugle, we only exist because you make it happen: http://thebuglepodcast.com/donate. Our first Elite Tier Buglers will be co-producing episodes in the next month! 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2025

This week on The Bugle, Andy is joined by Josie Long and Nato Green for a chaotic cruise through the week’s weirdest news. 💰 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. 🔹 Support The Bugle! Get bonus episodes, exclusive merch & warm smugness: www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate 🎧 Check out our new show Realms Unknown, now fully visualized on YouTube! And if you’re passionate about passion, don’t miss A Passion for Passion – grab your copy here: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/RealmsUnknown 🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for your weekly dose of satirical news, politics, and comedy chaos. Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

🔹 Support The Bugle! Become a Team Bugle subscriber for bonus shows, exclusive merch, and the warm glow of self-satisfaction: www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate. 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. 🎧 Check out our new show, Realms Unknown! Now fully visualized on YouTube. And if you love passion, you’ll love A Passion for Passion—grab your copy here: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/RealmsUnknown. Produced by Laura Turner and Chris Skinner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2025

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! 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 30 March 2025

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?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. 🔹 Support The Bugle! Become a Team Bugle subscriber for bonus shows, exclusive merch, and the warm glow of self-satisfaction: www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate. 🎧 Check out our new show, Realms Unknown! Now fully visualized on YouTube. And if you love passion, you’ll love A Passion for Passion—grab your copy here: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/RealmsUnknown. Written and hosted by Andy Zaltzman, Ria Lina, Neil Delamere. Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 March 2025

Support The Bugle! Become a Team Bugle subscriber for bonus shows, exclusive merch, and a smug sense of well-being: www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate. This week Andy Zaltzman is with Nato Green and Jackie Kashian, 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. Support The Bugle by becoming a Team Bugle subscriber. We offer extra shows, merch and warm fluffy feelings. Info: www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate  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. Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 March 2025

Support The Bugle by becoming a Team Bugle subscriber. We offer extra shows, merch and warm fluffy feelings. Info: www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate  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. Support The Bugle! Become a Team Bugle subscriber for bonus shows, exclusive merch, and a smug sense of well-being: www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate. Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2025

Introducing “Vindication!” | Funny with Chelsea Peretti from More Better with Stephanie & Melissa.Follow the show: More Better with Stephanie & MelissaWhat makes something funny? How does one be funny? Are Beavis and Butthead back? Here to help answer these existential questions and more is the one and only comedy legend Chelsea Peretti. This week on More Better, Chelsea, Steph and Melissa reminisce about their days on set together on Brooklyn Nine-Nine, share stories about the stupid things that make them laugh and open up about the vulnerability that it takes to get up on that stage sometimes. Nine Nine!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2025

Tiff Stevenson and Anuvab Pal join Andy Zaltzman for more of your finest bullshit bookended satire. 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. 💰 Support The Bugle: http://thebuglepodcast.com/donate🎧 Listen to Realms Unknown https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/realms-unknown 🎙 Featuring: Andy Zaltzman, Tiff Stevenson and Anuvab Pal🎛 Produced by: Chris Skinner & Ped Hunter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2025

Alice Fraser and Josh Gondelman join Andy Zaltzman for another sharp-witted dive into the world’s chaos.  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. 💰 Support The Bugle: http://thebuglepodcast.com/donate🎧 Listen to Realms Unknown https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/realms-unknown 🎙 Featuring: Andy Zaltzman, Alice Fraser and Josh Gondelman🎛 Produced by: Chris Skinner & Ped Hunter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 18 February 2025

The Bugle Takes a Breather – But the Nonsense Continues!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 Want more Bugle? Get our book, explore our other shows, and help keep us going at thebuglepodcast.com.Produced by Chris Skinner & Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2025

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. Listen in for top-tier satire, incisive analysis, and the usual dose of nonsense. 💰 Support The Bugle: http://thebuglepodcast.com/donate 🎙 Featuring: Andy Zaltzman & Nish Kumar🎛 Produced by: Chris Skinner & Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 February 2025

Love Sci Fi and Fantasy? Discover our new show Realms Unknown: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/realms-unknown 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. Like us? We only exist because you make it happen, support us here: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanAlice FraserAnuvab Pal Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 29 January 2025

Introducing The ABCs of IOT Cybersecurity from Threat Vector by Palo Alto Networks.Follow the show: Threat Vector by Palo Alto Networks IoT devices are everywhere, with billions deployed globally in industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and critical infrastructure. But this explosion of connectivity brings unprecedented security challenges. In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with Dr. May Wang, CTO of IoT Security at Palo Alto Networks, about how AI is transforming IoT security. Dr. Wang shares insights from her pioneering work, including the industry's first AI-based IoT security solution and the evolving nature of threats in the IoT ecosystem. Discover how AI can tackle vulnerabilities, secure 5G-connected devices, and what every organization should know to stay ahead. Join the conversation on our social media channels: Website: http://www.paloaltonetworks.com  Threat Research: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unit42.paloaltonetworks.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/LifeatPaloAltoNetworks/⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/palo-alto-networks/ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@paloaltonetworks Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PaloAltoNtwks⁠⁠⁠⁠ About Threat VectorThreat Vector, Palo Alto Networks podcast, is your premier destination for security thought leadership. Join us as we explore pressing cybersecurity threats, robust protection strategies, and the latest industry trends. The podcast features in-depth discussions with industry leaders, Palo Alto Networks experts, and customers, providing crucial insights for security decision-makers. Whether you're looking to stay ahead of the curve with innovative solutions or understand the evolving cybersecurity landscape, Threat Vector equips you with the knowledge needed to safeguard your organization. Palo Alto NetworksPalo Alto Networks enables your team to prevent successful cyberattacks with an automated approach that delivers consistent security across the cloud, network, and mobile. ⁠http://paloaltonetworks.com⁠ DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].

Transcribed - Published: 29 January 2025

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. Please support us, our offering now includes an 'Elite Bugler' tier. All our plans our giftable for a loved one: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanTiff StevensonNato Green Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 21 January 2025

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? Please support us, our offering now includes an 'Elite Bugler' tier. All our plans our giftable for a loved one: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate Come see our Passion for Passion launch party with Andy and Alice: https://dice.fm/event/wwq69p-a-passion-for-passion-the-official-launch-party-5th-feb-the-bill-murray-london-tickets Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanJosh GondelmanNish Kumar Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 January 2025

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. Please support us, we are entirely listener funded: http://thebuglepodcast.com Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanJohn OliverAlice FraserNish KumarNato GreenHelen ZaltzmanJosh GondelmanAhir Shah Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2025

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. Why not check out 15 years of top stories: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/topstories. Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanJohn OliverChris Skinner Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 30 December 2024

Drones are invading, Prince Andrew is evading, Farage is parading. Also, where did all the Guinness go? Merry Christmas Buglers, another special with John Oliver is in your feed next. Don't be a Scrooge, why not give us a Christmas donation: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanNeil DelamereAlice Fraser Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 23 December 2024

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! Why not check out 15 years of top stories: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/topstories. Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanJohn Oliver Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 December 2024

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. Andy Zaltzman is with James Nokise and Ria Lina Why not check out 15 years of top stories: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/topstories. Become a paid subscriber - OMG we need you! There are great perks and feel good factor. Also, why not check out 15 years of top stories: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/topstories. Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanRia LinaJames Nokise Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 7 December 2024

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! Become a paid subscriber - OMG we need you! There are great perks and feel good factor. Also, why not check out 15 years of top stories: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/topstories. Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanHari KondaboluFelicity Ward Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 December 2024

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. Become a paid subscriber - OMG we need you! There are great perks and feel good factor. Why not check out 15 years of top stories: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/topstories. Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanAlice FraserAnuvab Pal Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 November 2024

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. Become a paid subscriber - OMG we need you! There are great perks and feel good factor. Why not check out 15 years of top stories: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/topstories. Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanJosh GondelmanTiff Stevenson Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 November 2024

Andy is joined by Nato Green to process what America has done to itself. Become a paid subscriber and watch this whole episode. Why not check out 15 years of top stories: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/topstories. Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanNato Green Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 8 November 2024

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? Also, the British Royal Family: Rich. Why not check out 15 years of top stories: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/topstories. Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanNish KumarAlice Fraser Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2024

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. Andy is with Alice Fraser and Josie Long in a podcast that is funded by you, the listener... Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/ This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Ross Ramsey-Golding  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 October 2024

Andy is in Pakistan so we revisit a classic from The Bugle, where Andy, John talked about things that were happening, including jokes. There's also a new Ask Andy out this week for our paid subscribers! Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/ This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 15 October 2024

This week we visit the moon, discuss sausages v. hostages, and for our friends in New York - what is a bribe? Andy is with Anuvab Pal and Tiff Stevenson in a podcast that is funded by you, the listener... Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/ This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 1 October 2024

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. Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/ This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 24 September 2024

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. The Bugle cannot exist without your support, please show it here: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanNish KumarTom Ballard Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 17 September 2024

As Andy prepares for the launch of Taskmaster, we present a special edition of Ask Andy. The Bugle exists solely because you support us through one off and recurring donations, and we make it worth your while! For more info visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/donate. This episode was written and presented by Andy Zaltzman, Chris Skinner and The Bugle audience. Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 11 September 2024

Introducing Preparing For Trump’s Next “Big Lie,” with the Election Lawyer Marc Elias from The New Yorker Radio Hour.Follow the show: The New Yorker Radio HourOf the sixty-five lawsuits that Donald Trump’s team filed in the 2020 election, Democrats won sixty-four—with the attorney Marc Elias spearheading the majority. Elias was so successful that Steve Bannon speaks of him with admiration. Now Marc Elias is working for Vice-President Kamala Harris’s campaign, and, despite his past victories, Elias says that 2024 is keeping him up at night. The bizarre antics and conspiracy theories of Rudy Giuliani are a thing of the past, Elias tells David Remnick: “We should all expect that they are more competent than they were before. And also Donald Trump is more desperate than he was before. … He faces the prospect of four criminal indictments, two of which are in federal court.” Election-denying officials are now in power in many swing states; Trump has publicly praised his allies on state election boards. Elias fears the assault on the democratic process could be much more effective this time. Still, some things don’t change. “I believe Donald Trump is going to say after Election Day in 2024 that he won all fifty states—that there’s no state he didn’t win,” Elias says. “That is just the pathology that is Donald Trump.” DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].

Transcribed - Published: 11 September 2024

Andy is with Ria Lina and Alice Fraser to look at latest news from the world of music, as well as the latest in global political misadventures. And whales. The Bugle cannot exist without your support, please show it here: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate Featuring:Andy ZaltzmanAlice FraserRia Lina Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 4 September 2024

JD Vance did what?!?! (or he didn't, who knows?). It's been a bad month for the MAGA crew, here's a breakdown. Plus gay penguins, burglaries and Alicia Silverstone's poison pilgrimage. The Bugle is funded entirely by our audience. Support us here: http://thebuglepodcast.com/donate Written and presented by:Andy ZaltzmanHelen ZaltzmanNato Green And produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 27 August 2024

What a year it has been! The Bugle takes a look at some highlights from 2024 so far, featuring Donald Trump, Taylor Swift, Google and a snap UK election. The Bugle will return after a summer recess. Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman, Nish Kumar, Alice Fraser, Chris Addison, Anuvab Pal, Tiff Stevenson, Nato Green, Josh Gondelman. And produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 12 August 2024

Andy revisits London 2012, when he abandoned everyone and everything to watch hundreds of hours of sport. The Bugle will return after a summer recess. Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman And produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 August 2024

Joe Biden steps aside and Kamala Harris steps up.  Celebrities line up to give Harris their approval, while an interesting vote of confidence for Donald Trump from his running mate comes to light. CloudStrike reveals how fragile every element of your life is, but humanity can fight back against tech via the medium of fishcakes.  Stressed? Thank your favourite deity that the Olympics are here to distract us.  The Bugle will return after a summer recess. Written and presented by:Andy ZaltzmanJackie KashianTiff Stevenson And produced by Rich Jarman, Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2024

Andy, Tom Ballard and Chris Addison debate if an assassination attempt on Donald Trump has killed Joe Biden’s chances in the presidential race.  What could Gareth Southgate have learnt from Sir Francis Drake? And, will Buglers help set a new record? (Please don’t.) This all happens because you, the global public, fund it, support us here: http://thebuglepodcast.com Written and presented by:Andy ZaltzmanMark Steel And produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 16 July 2024

The UK has danced with democracy - here's Andy and Mark Steel with their take on a momentous day. This all happens because you, the global public, fund it, support us here: http://thebuglepodcast.com Written and presented by:Andy ZaltzmanMark Steel And produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 5 July 2024

Andy and Alice fly through the latest election action in the UK, USA and France. Plus, Elon Musk is up to stuff. And we analyse Beyonce's name. Expect a 2nd episode this week... with election news! This all happens because you, the global public, fund it, support us here: http://thebuglepodcast.com Written and presented by:Andy ZaltzmanAlice Fraser And produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 3 July 2024

Andy delivered a manifesto of puns to an astonished audience in the record of Bugle 4308, here it is! This all happens because you, the global public, fund it, support us here: http://thebuglepodcast.com Written and presented by:Andy Zaltzman The Victims were:Nish KumarTiff StevensonAnuvab PalThe Bloomsbury Theatre audience And produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transcribed - Published: 28 June 2024