The Bugle

<p>It's the trans-global satiricast that leaves no hot potato unbuttered. Andy Zaltzman breaks down the news with comedians from across the world including Alice Fraser, Hari Kondabolu, Chris Addison, John Oliver, Nish Kumar, Tiff Stevenson and Helen Zaltzman. Go to TheBuglePodcast.com to become a premium subscriber and get exclusive shows.</p><br /><p>Follow us on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY9DZKa4SilQC4k9rhS3-5g" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a>.</p><br /><hr /><p style="color: grey; font-size: 0.75em;"> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color: grey;" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

News from Space: It's Boring

Are we paying full attention to the apocalypse? Horses rampaging through the streets, chocolate dying off, cicadas, messages from space - pay attention sheeple!Andy Zaltzman is with Ian Smith and Anuvab Pal.Send thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.This episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanAnuvab PalIan SmithAnd producer by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-27
47:49

Trump on Trial!

Trump goes on trial, Truss gets published, and India trusts Modi. Plus Chechens need to learn new dance moves.Andy is with Hari Kondabolu and Ahir Shah, who makes his Bugle debut. Welcome Ahir!Send thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.This episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanHari KondaboluAhir ShahAnd producer by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-21
48:05

Razing Arizona

Arizona has done a good job of disgracing itself this week, and it's not even our top story! Is it Israel? Is it espionage? No, it's the sun, the naughty sun!A new Ask Andy is in your feed. Send thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.This episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanAlice FraserNish KumarAnd producer by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-14
49:51

Up Sh*t Creek, aka The Thames

How bad are UK waterways? Just ask the entrants from 'The' Boat Race. Also, Lego attack the police and D'Ancey Laguarde has a new novel out. Recorded at The Lowry in Salford, with Tiff Stevenson and Alice Fraser.A new Ask Andy is in your feed. Send thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.This episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanAlice FraserTiff StevensonChris SkinnerAnd producer by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-08
38:58

Literally Anybody Else

Who do the American public want at the forefront of their democracy? Maybe it's Literally Anybody Else? But beware what you wish for. Also, Scotland embraces hate and New Zealand fights dolphins. Andy Zaltzman is with James Nokise and Josh Gondelman, in Edinburgh.A new Ask Andy is hitting your feed this week. Send thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.A favour: Please rate and review this show. Share it around. We always forget to ask people to do this.This episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanJames NokiseJosh GondelmanChris SkinnerAnd producer by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-31
41:59

Why are soccer kits so woke?

To understand why so many things are going wrong on a macro level, The Bugle zooms in on society this week, in the hope that it explains a few things. Including - are hot cross buns offensive, what's up with all our food, are football kits woke and whatever Trump is banging on about.Recorded in Leeds, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Ria Lina and Nato Green.Send thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.This episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanRia Lina Nato GreenAnd producer by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-26
47:17

Democracy swings (and misses) into action

It's the year of democracy! Just look how it's playing out in India and Russia. Or don't. Also - Royal news, or is there no news? Plus - leaf blowers!Andy is with Anuvab Pal and Alice Fraser, plus Producer Chris. Recorded at the Warwick Arts Centre.Send thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.This episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanAlice FraserAnnual PalAnd produced by Laura Turner and Chris Skinner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-19
42:14

A Barbiturate Girl In a Barbaric World

Super Tuesday, the end of Theresa May, Quantum Computers and bees all in the news this week. It's a long way from a family show, with Neil Delamere and Nato Green in Birmingham and Alice Fraser and Josh Gondelman in Cambridge.Send thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.PLUS: Become the owner of an exclusive episode of The Bugle, on 12 inch vinyl! Become a premium member NOW! https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateThis episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanAlice FraserJosh GondelmanNeil DelamereNato GreenAnd produced by Laura Turner and Chris Skinner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-12
40:53

Fighting Ceasefire With Ceasefire

What a glorious week - politicians fighting like children over how to achieve peace, a Russian whodunnit (we all know), Trump put the sneak into sneaker. And some astronaut bullshit, they really are full of it. Plus, let's get sad about an owl.Send thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.PLUS: Become the owner of an exclusive episode of The Bugle, on 12 inch vinyl! Become a premium member NOW! https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateThis episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanAlice FraserJosh GondelmanAnd produced by Laura Turner and Chris Skinner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-27
46:55

Australia - Ireland - USA - Classic Live Bugles

Andy introduces some fine moments from live Bugles past - from the debuts of Alice Fraser, Tom Ballard and Josh Gondelman, to David O'Doherty's brilliant Irish history guide.Get tickets to the forthcoming live show: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/liveSend thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.This episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanAlice FraserTom BallardDavid O'DohertyJosh GondelmanAnd produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-20
24:50

AI is taking over the world!

Andy Zaltzman (South London) is joined by Hari Kondabolu in Brooklyn, New York and Neil Delamere in Dublin, Ireland.- Imran Khan claims election win with AI victory speech- Volcano scrolls deciphered by AI- Exclusive extracts of Julius Caesar's diary- Trump v Biden: two elderly men arguing publicly about who's going to end the world- Tucker Carlson's softball Vladimir Putin interview- plus post-Super Bowl analysis Send thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.PLUS: Become the owner of an exclusive episode of The Bugle, on 12 inch vinyl! It's your last chance to get your name on the artwork. Become a premium member NOW! https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateThis episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanHari KondaboluNeil DelamereAnd produced by Ped Hunter and Chris Skinner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-14
48:47

UPDATE: America is still f---ing mad

Recording together in Andy's shed surrounded by cricket memorabilia, are Nish Kumar and Chris Addison. On this week's episode:Trump vs Swift: a 'powder keg of stupidity'Super Bowl LVIII conspiracy theoriesJoe Biden calling Benjamin Netanyau a 'bad f---ing guy'Tucker Carlson meeting Vladimir PutinRishi Sunak's Rwanda policy bet with Piers MorganLiz Truss launching PopConSend thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.PLUS: Become the owner of an exclusive episode of The Bugle, on 12 inch vinyl! It's your last chance to get your name on the artwork. Become a premium member NOW! https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateThis episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanChris AddisonNish KumarAnd produced by Ped Hunter, Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-07
47:45

50 Minutes of Bias

Please perceive this show to be full of good jokes. Can you tell the difference between evidence and perception? Why? Well it's a focus on the latest target of the Tory culture wars - Andy. Plus, India build a massive controversial religious building, which, if you choose, can be perceived as a non story.Send thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.PLUS: Become the owner of an exclusive episode of The Bugle, on 12 inch vinyl! It's your last chance to get your name on the artwork. Become a premium member NOW! https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateThis episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanTiff StevensonAnuvab PalAnd produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

01-30
50:05

Trump Exclusive: The Moon Is Woke

It's US primary season, does it mean anything? Also, what do kids' words say about us, why sending people to Rwanda may be complicated, and angry AI bots reveal how close they are to humanity. Andy is with Ria Lina and Josh Gondelman.Send thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.PLUS: Become the owner of an exclusive episode of The Bugle, on 12 inch vinyl! It's your last chance to get your name on the artwork. Become a premium member NOW! https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateThis episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanRia LinaJosh GondelmanAnd produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

01-23
40:21

World War Three!? Watch This Space!

Who are the Houthis and are we at war with them? What is going on with the British Post Office? And can people stop building tunnels? Plus... technology and a Bugle cocktail challenge.with Nish Kumar and Nato Green. Send thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.comClick follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.PLUS: Become the owner of an exclusive episode of The Bugle, on 12 inch vinyl! It's your last chance to get your name on the artwork. Become a premium member NOW! https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateThis episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanNato GreenNish KumarAnd produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

01-16
47:59

Contests, Conflicts and The Zaltzprime

It's the big one! US elections, UK elections! Other weird stuff keeps happening! And we have a new number: The Zaltzprime! Andy, Alice and Anuvab start the year with a bang.Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.PLUS: Become the owner of an exclusive episode of The Bugle, on 12 inch vinyl! It's your last chance to get your name on the artwork. Become a premium member NOW! https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateThis episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanAlice FraserAnuvab PalAnd produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

01-10
45:59

Is 2023 Over Yet? Oh, and Merry Christmas

NOTE: Possible Santa related content not suitable for young believers. Andy is with Josh Gondelman and Alice Fraser. Well gang, we've almost made it to the end of the year. This is the week's news, sadly news continues to happen. What a joy 2023 has been.PLUS: Become the owner of an exclusive episode of The Bugle, on 12 inch vinyl! It's your last chance to get your name on the artwork. Become a premium member NOW! https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateThis episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanAlice FraserJosh GondelmanAnd produced by Ped Hunter, Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-22
51:27

The Climate Crisis Is Over!

We've solved the global climate crisis! Well done all our world leaders. Also, the UK keeps throwing cash at Rwanda and we have a tourism special. Andy is with Tiff Stevenson and Neil Delamere.PLUS: Become the owner of an exclusive episode of The Bugle, on 12 inch vinyl! Become a premium member NOW! https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateThis episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanNeil DelamereTiff StevensonAnd produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-16
47:12

Quirks and Perks - BONUS BUGLE!

Unheard cuts from recent Bugle shows with Andy, Alice Fraser, Stewart Lee, Felicity Ward, James Nokise and Mark Steel. We are touring the UK in the spring. Get tickets at thebuglepodcast.com. PLUS paid subscribers will get their third episode of Ask Andy in their feed next week AND Top Tier SUPER BUGLERS - you have until the end of the year to become a top tier subscriber and get your name on the artwork. Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and donate here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-11
22:13

Good COP Bad COP

Stewart Lee and Felicity Ward join Andy with a focus on the environment from a UK perspective. Icebergs, COP 28, Axolotls and the Parthenon Marbles are all in the news. A note to Josie Long to listen to this episode.PLUS: Become the owner of an exclusive episode of The Bugle, on 12 inch vinyl! Become a premium member NOW! https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateThis episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanFelicity WardStewart LeeAnd produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-02
46:34

Chak Olate

Jeebus, dudes, show a little kindness to those of us who use earbuds. That initial fanfare just about deafened me.

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Rich B

A gem of an episode! Brought me some joy in a week of undiluted News sewerage ✌️🧐🇬🇧📯

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Emma Hall

This was a really brilliant episode, looked like a right weirdo laughing to myself on the bus listening

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Paul Swinbank

Here for the Anne McCaffrey references!

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Rich B

Andys 🔊 is so annoying! It's like he's in a tin 25ft from the 🎤

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