Best Kugblenu Podcasts (2024)

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10.1 Soccer with Athena Kugblenu, Bec Hill, Max Olesker and Deborah Frances-White 48:03

3d ago48:03

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Global Pillage Season 10. Episode 1: "Soccer" Recorded 17 June 2024 at Kings Place in London. Released 10 July 2024. Athena Kugblenu and Bec Hill vs Max Olesker and Deborah Frances-White vs the Hive Mind of the Audience. Hosted by Abigoliah Schauman. Questions set by Ned Sedgwick. Created by Deborah Frances-White. The Global Pillage theme composed …

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Keep Kamala and carry on: Who is Harris? – Family misfortunes! Lost at sea with mum and dad – The Sun fixes Britain's orgasm crisis 33:14

1h ago33:14

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Lights, Kamala, action! VP Harris takes the fight to Trump. The tide is high. A family survives a month on a life raft in The Guardian. Plus – Come again? The Sun wants to close the orgasm gap with nine saucy bedroom tips. Miranda Sawyer is joined by Podmasters head honcho Andrew Harrison and stand-up…

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Joe-ver and out! Biden quits race – Bride Wars: Tradwives vs Witches – Robo Frock! AI rocks the fashion industry 33:31

1h ago33:31

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Commander in relief. The papers react as President Biden quits the election. Something wicked this way comes. The worrying trend of tradwives and witchcraft are profiled in The Guardian. Plus – The devil wears A.I. The Times shares a strange story of an AI fashion influencer. Miranda Sawyer is joined …

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The Winchester Mystery House 21:28

4d ago21:28

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The Winchester Mystery House is a marvel of design, with its hundreds of rooms and maze like hallways. But is it also a place built just so its owner could hide from ghosts? Like always, Tiernan and Athena find room for all the evidence so that you can decide what the truth behind this very strange building really is. Brought to you by Small Wardou…

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Record jail time for Just Stop Oil activists – Pret heartbreak for coffee lovers – Would you help your love rat best mate? 31:58

1h ago31:58

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Oil and trouble. Imprisoned environmental activists are plastered on the front page of The Telegraph. Wake up and smell the coffee. We mourn the end of Pret’s ‘too good to be true’ subscription in The Guardian. Plus – Dangerous liaisons. The Daily Mail shares the tale of a man who helped his best frie…

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Starmer's plans drive the Mail crazy – Taking the Mickey! Kids ditch Disney – The latest weird male spirituality trend 33:50

30m ago33:50

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: The King and why? The Mail isn’t happy with the Labour Government’s plans laid out in the King’s speech. The Mickey Mouse Snub. Is Disney about to run out of young fans? Plus – Take it to the max! The Guardian tries to explain the latest online wellness trend for men: Auramaxing. Alex von Tunzelmann i…

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He’s going home: Southgate quits England – What is a “shut up ring”? – Daniel Craig’s bad hair day 29:53

36m ago29:53

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: The lion sleeps tonight. Gareth Southgate quits and Fleet Street pay their respects. He’s just not that into you. Kate Lister explores the trend of “shut up rings” in The i. Plus – Lunatic fringe. The Times has some opinions on Daniel Craig’s new hair do. Miranda Sawyer is joined by the host of Americ…

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10.2 The Balkans with Mary O’Connell, Twayna Mayne, Alison Spittle and Andrew White 50:49

1h ago50:49

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Global Pillage Season 10. Episode 2: "The Balkans" Recorded 9 May 2024 at Kings Place in London. Released 17 July 2024. Mary O’Connell and Twayna Mayne vs Alison Spittle and Andrew White the Hive Mind of the Audience. Hosted by Abigoliah Schauman. Questions set by Ned Sedgwick. Created by Deborah Frances-White. The Global Pillage theme composed by …

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If a mule is half donkey, half horse can there be a humkey, which is half person, half monkey? With Tom Bell 50:50

7d ago50:50

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Expert in real ghost trains and business meetings Tom Bell joins Tiernan to answer Ellis's question about 'humankeys' JOIN THE ADVERT FREE LINDA EDITION OF THE SHOW ON APPLE PODCASTS OR ON ACAST+ HERE: https://plus.acast.com/s/33249a2e-3f02-4f3c-923e-bc17b8dcac87 OR ON OUR PATREON HERE: patreon.com/ComedyClub4Kids WE NEED YOUR QUESTIONS, JOKES AND …

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Who is Trump’s hillbilly running mate? – The Guardian guide to Brat Summer – No Cap! Gen Z learn some manners 34:06

28m ago34:06

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Huckleberry Veep. Who is JD Vance and why did Trump pick him as a running mate? I’m just living that lifestyle. The Guardian embraces Brat Summer. Plus – My Fair Gen Z. The Times has some lessons in etiquette for the young’uns. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist Holly Thomas and comedian Emma…

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Pain in Spain: England fail to bring it home – Did God save Trump? – Inside the bonkers billionaire wedding of the year 33:03

1h ago33:03

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: They think it’s olé over! The front pages mark England’s defeat in the Euro final. Divine intervention. Trump thanks God that he survived his assassination attempt in The Times. Plus – Bridezillionaire? The Sun shares details of the most spenny wedding of the year. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journali…

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The Mongolian Death Worm 24:49

1d ago24:49

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Deep in the Gobi desert lives a deadly creature that sprays acid at anyone who comes near. Or is it just a funny looking plant and a silly story? Athena and Tiernan investigate all the clues about the Mongolian Death Worm, so you chief detectives can get a wriggle on and solve the case. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best po…

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Jailhouse shock! Prisons are full – Who killed the Great British House Party? – Would you go on a pigeon safari? 27:15

1d ago27:15

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Half Time! Labour could shorten prison sentences to deal with capacity issues and The Telegraph is apoplectic. Fight for your right to party. Why can nobody throw a proper messy house party any more, ask an anxious Times. Plus – Birds of a feather. A journo goes on a ‘pigeon safari’ for the i and disc…

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Is it coming home? England make the Euros final – Badenoch vs Braverman heats up – Clooney calls for Biden to quit 29:00

2d ago29:00

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Wat a coincidence! Southgate’s boys made it to the final and every tabloid has the same headline. Handbags at dawn. It’s Suella “Cruella” Braverman vs Kemi “The Krusher” Badenoch as the Tory leadership race gets nasty. Plus – Clooney Bin. Former Batman tells President Biden to stand down in New York T…

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Sleepy Joe wakes up for NATO – Is Starmer a sex symbol? – Inside the 5am wake up cult 29:11

3d ago29:11

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Average Joe. Biden made a gaffeless speech at NATO but critics are still calling for him to step down. Sleeping with the enemy. The Spectator is lusting over Keir Starmer’s ‘rugby face’. Plus – Darkest before the dawn. A Guardian journo tries to wake up at 5am every day, fails miserably. Miranda Sawye…

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Do Smurf Smurf Smurfs eat Stinky Hippos for breakfast? With Lulu Popplewell 44:10

8d ago44:10

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The very funny Lulu Popplewell joins Radio Nonsense this week to discuss foxes, apples and answer Eva's important question about smurf smurf smurfs. JOIN THE ADVERT FREE LINDA EDITION OF THE SHOW ON APPLE PODCASTS OR ON ACAST+ HERE: https://plus.acast.com/s/33249a2e-3f02-4f3c-923e-bc17b8dcac87 OR ON OUR PATREON HERE: patreon.com/ComedyClub4Kids WE …

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Reform’s “fake” candidates – Is your neighbour growing weed? – Bit of a Trifle! Is the 1960s diet for you? 34:41

4d ago34:41

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Who are ya? The Guardian investigates the elusive Reform UK candidates. Gone to pot. The Mail thinks weed farms are taking over the suburbs. Plus – I don't want ANY spam! The Telegraph sends a journo back in time to eat like a 60s housewife. Alex Von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist Rebecca Reid and…

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Keir chooses his team – May divorce be with you? The Mail thinks so – Brits on the p*ss: a Times holiday guide 33:07

5d ago33:07

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Cabinet of Curiosities. Starmer has appointed his new cabinet and The Telegraph has some opinions. Stuck in the midlife with you. The Daily Mail has figured out why so many women are leaving their husbands. Plus – Una Cerveza, Por Favor. Going on holiday? The Times has a list of dos and don’ts for Bri…

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The Longyou Caves 19:50

8d ago19:50

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The Longyou Caves in China were carved out 2000 years ago. But no one knows by who, or why, or even what they were for. Could this incredible accidental find by some farmers be an alien scultpure? Or is it just another weird ask from an Emperor? To help you Chief Detectives with this case, Athena and Tiernan dig deep into all of the evidence. Broug…

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Election special: Bye bye Tories! 28:49

8d ago28:49

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Keir we go! The front pages react to the Labour landslide. Electoral Reform. Farage’s party exceeded expectations and rained on our parade. Plus – Dress for success. We examine the sartorial choices of candidates, pundits and even ye olde mayors. Our intrepid hostess with the mostess Miranda Sawyer is…

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Times up for Tories? Polls open – Tinfoil tents! Inside Glasto for conspiracy theorists – Could you live in Britain’s smelliest village? 28:10

9d ago28:10

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Pick your player. It’s election day (don’t forget your ID) and the papers are picking teams. Even The Sun! It’s all gone a bit Pete Tong. The Times attends a conspiracy theory festival – at least that's what they want you to think. Plus – Smells fishy. The Telegraph investigates the most pungent villa…

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Can Boris Johnson save the Tories? – Hit the spot! Sex tips from lesbians – Foot for thought: Lily Allen’s million pound toes 33:32

10d ago33:32

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: What a Johnson. Disgraced ex PM Boris Johnson is back and Fleet Street is thrilled. I kissed a girl. Kate Lister is back with some sapphic advice for straight men in The i. Plus – Hot to Trot. The Guardian dips its toes into the world of foot fetishes. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Natasha De…

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If a volcano was called bob, would people be scared of it? With Ethan Lawrence 56:35

21d ago56:35

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Bonkers inventor Ethan Lawrence (CBBC's Horrible Histories) returns to Radio Nonsense to help answer Angry Potato's questions about volcanos and fridges. JOIN THE ADVERT FREE LINDA EDITION OF THE SHOW ON APPLE PODCASTS OR ON ACAST+ HERE: https://plus.acast.com/s/33249a2e-3f02-4f3c-923e-bc17b8dcac87 OR ON OUR PATREON HERE: patreon.com/ComedyClub4Kid…

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King Trump? Supreme Court’s bizarre ruling – What a load of ballots: Royal Mail screws up election – Guardian’s crazy cash challenge 29:01

11d ago29:01

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Immune disorder. The FT explains the Supreme Court ruling that former presidents are partially immune from criminal prosecution. Royal Fail. The Mail blames the Royal Mail for missing postal ballots. Plus – Rainy day fund. The Guardian tries to save money – and fails miserably. Alex Von Tunzelmann is …

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Jude Awakening: Bellingham keeps the England dream alive – The Guardian won’t shut up about Glastonbury – The ultimate guide to sobering up 30:32

12d ago30:32

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: They think it’s all Slova . . . Front pages go mad for Jude Bellingham’s last minute goal. Post festival blues. The Guardian went to Glastonbury and they can’t stop bragging about it. Plus – Can you beat the breathalyser? The Telegraph explores how long it takes to sober up after a very boozy brunch. …

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The Belmez Faces 18:48

15d ago18:48

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In Spain 1971, a mystery occured that floored everyone who saw it. Ghostly faces appeared in the concrete ground of a kitchen in the city of Belmez. But was this ghosts doing a low level haunting or all just a big hoax? Athena and Tiernan bring you all the evidence and facts, then you, our Chief Detectives, have to decide. Brought to you by Small W…

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The Mail’s latest election meltdown – Trump vs. Biden: We need to talk about Joe – Barking Mad! Are you a dog bore? 41:35

15d ago41:35

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Supermajority black hole! The Daily Mail’s getting desperate to stop a Labour Government being too big, and they have a cunning (rubbish) plan. Let’s get ready to mumble. Trump and Biden went head-to-head and we all wish they hadn’t. Plus – Barking up the wrong tree! The joys of being a dog bore. Jaco…

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Election debate: Sunak shouts, Starmer pouts – Are we being forced to be vegetarians? – What your wedding seats says about you 34:44

16d ago34:44

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Is it over yet? The press reacts to the final head-to-head TV debate between Sunak and Starmer. Beyond the Kale! The Telegraph is terrified that Britain is being tricked into being vegetarian. Plus – Aisle be back. What does where you get placed on the wedding seating plan say about you? Alex von Tunz…

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England flop but come out on top – Are you pale, male and stale? – How to party like a New Yorker 31:37

17d ago31:37

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: He shoots, he bores! England top their Group in the Euros despite a drab 0-0 draw. Pale, Male and Fail. A new quiz from The Times gets it all wrong. Plus – Party in the USA. The New York Times tells us how to (and how not to) party. Miranda Sawyer is joined by Westminster Editor for The Lead Zoë Grüne…

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Why do we say people are falling asleep? With Abby Wambaugh 48:52

18d ago48:52

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The very funny Abby Wambaugh joins Tiernan this week to talk toilet rocks and answer Parker's very important question about falling asleep. JOIN THE ADVERT FREE LINDA EDITION OF THE SHOW ON APPLE PODCASTS OR ON ACAST+ HERE: https://plus.acast.com/s/33249a2e-3f02-4f3c-923e-bc17b8dcac87 OR ON OUR PATREON HERE: patreon.com/ComedyClub4Kids WE NEED YOUR…

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The Met frets over Tory bets – Sweaty girl summer! Heatwave fashion – Queen of Sheba: the woman who eats posh pet food 33:03

18d ago33:03

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: The gamble hasn’t paid off! The Tory election betting scandal gets further out of hand – now they’re blaming the Met police. Sun’s out, gilets out. The Times guide to what NOT to wear in the heatwave. Plus – Hungry like the wolf. The Atlantic says pet food is so good that humans are eating it. Alex vo…

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Tory press turns on Farage – Harry Kane goes studs-up on Lineker – Four in a bed: The Mail embraces polyamory 31:33

19d ago31:33

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Knock-off Nigel. Has Fleet Street flipped on Farage? He shoots, he bores! England Captain Harry Kane’s having a go at Gary Lineker for criticising the England team. Plus – Uh Oh… I’ve done a polyamory. A Mail journalist accidentally joins a quad-ruple. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist and author…

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The Ghosts of Drury Lane 20:34

22d ago20:34

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The Theatre Royal in Drury Lane is one of the oldest theatres in London, and its also said to be one of the most haunted too. Is this amazing stage haunted by past actors or is it just the audiences saying boo to plays they don't like? Tiernan and Athena look into all the drama and then it's up to you, our Chief Detectives to solve the case. Brough…

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Wanna bet? Sunak’s Tory gamble scandal – Fashionistas vs Brickies: who throws the best work parties? – Illustrated Mums: The Mail wants you to get inked 29:42

22d ago29:42

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Take a chance on me. Odds are that the papers are talking about the Tory betting scandal. All work, all play. The Fence ranks industries by their staff parties. Plus – Tats all folks. The Daily Mail encourages their middle aged readers to get inked up. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Holly Thom…

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Could Sunak lose his seat? – Rave against the machine – The Mail: Buy a new face to boost your confidence 36:02

23d ago36:02

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: They think it’s all over. . . Even The Telegraph is projecting a humiliating loss for the Tories. Dancing in the daylight. The Independent tells us about the middle aged ravers clubbing in the afternoon. Plus – What’s wrong with being confident? The Guardian and Daily Mail have conflicting views on ho…

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Who’s going to replace Rishi Sunak? – Dye Hard: How to dump your hairdresser – Are your short-shorts too short? 31:25

24d ago31:25

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Bye-bye Rishi? The race to be the next Tory leader has already begun, despite the ongoing election. Hairy Situation. Why breaking up with your hairdresser is worse than divorce. Plus – All dressed up with nowhere to go. A Times journalist tries Paul Mescal’s short shorts and refuses to go outside. Mir…

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Why are farts rude when everyone does it???????? With Matt Kirshen 58:10

24d ago58:10

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Matt Kirshen joins the podcast once again, to talk all about his pasta computers and answer NINA's Q about farts. Even though he's never done one. Sorry about the er...technical errors on this show...ahem. JOIN THE ADVERT FREE LINDA EDITION OF THE SHOW ON APPLE PODCASTS OR ON ACAST+ HERE: https://plus.acast.com/s/33249a2e-3f02-4f3c-923e-bc17b8dcac8…

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The Farage Manifesto: Faking plans with Nigel – Grand Theft Handbag – WFH men are lazy shocker 31:59

25d ago31:59

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Farage against the machine! Reform UK has launched its manifesto – and immediately admitted it doesn’t make sense. Posh and Bags. The Mail investigates the Birkin Bag crime wave blighting US poshos. Plus – Dirty laundry. Why WFH husbands STILL aren’t pulling their weight. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined…

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England win sends the papers crazy – Gen Z says car boots are cool now – Why your favourite crisps are wrong 28:14

26d ago28:14

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Hey Jude, don’t make it dull. England’s first Euros win sends the press into a football frenzy. On it like a car bonnet. Gen Z are rediscovering the car boot sale. Plus – Walkers this way! The Telegraph’s top ten crisps are all wrong. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist and Noted podcast host Mary …

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The Piri Reis Map 21:02

1M ago21:02

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The Piri Reis Map has been confuddling researchers and experts for years. How could someone make such a detailed map in 1513? Any why does it show Antartica on it, when it wasn't discovered until 300 years later? Could the map maker, Piri Reis himself, have had help from mysterious sources? Athena and Tiernan plot the best route through all the evi…

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Starmer manifesto sparks Tory press meltdown – The Mail: Fancy a bonk in John Lewis? – How to escape the doom scroll 30:28

29d ago30:28

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Keir we go again. Labour launches its manifesto as Sunak gets intimate with the Italian PM. That’s not in the Christmas ad! Daily Mail’s new features section releases fresh hell – sex in John Lewis. Plus – Scrolling through the Doom Days. The Guardian is on a quest to stop you doom scrolling. Miranda …

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Sunak’s Bet Shop Boy – Would you live in “Midurbia”? – Socks Education! Millennial foot shame 26:15

1M ago26:15

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: I’m AM a betting man. Sunak aide under fire for alleged betting on 4th July date before PM’s announcement. Our House, in our unaffordable street! The Evening Standard creates a new neighbourhood you can’t afford to live in” “Midurbia”. Plus – Socks in the city. The Independent digs into “toxic sock sy…

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Sunak’s manifesto hits the skids – Why RAT BOYS are the new hot boys – Only Murders in the Guardian 33:19

1M ago33:19

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Going round in circles. The Tories manifesto launch at Silverstone race course as well as the rest of the campaign so far. Rat Boy Summer! What are ‘hot rodent boyfriends’ and why must you have one? Plus – Murder on The Guardian floor. Journalist solves a cold case but cannot reveal the culprit. Miran…

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Are pillows made out of pills or cotton? With Eleri Morgan 45:04

1M ago45:04

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The amazing Eleri Morgan joins the podcast this week to talk about big sand, and help Tiernan answer a question from 'Not Banana' about pillows. JOIN THE ADVERT FREE LINDA EDITION OF THE SHOW ON APPLE PODCASTS OR ON ACAST+ HERE: https://plus.acast.com/s/33249a2e-3f02-4f3c-923e-bc17b8dcac87 OR ON OUR PATREON HERE: patreon.com/ComedyClub4Kids WE NEED…

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