We need your help! Let us know what you think to Paper Cuts in our listener Survey: https://forms.gle/NuPnG3gbtefeFpEY9 We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Stop the small votes! The Conservatives take a pounding in local and by-elections. Stalk me baby one more time. Netflix’s new show Baby Reindeer brings out the worst in everybody. Plus – Get ready with me, guys! Reporter with The i tries to become an influencer in just one week. Miranda Sawyer is joined by host of Pod Save The UK ...
May 03, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 201
We need your help! Let us know what you think to Paper Cuts in our listener survey. We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: US campus protests. Student protests spread across America over the war in Gaza – will similar action happen in the UK? Panic stations! Inside the micro-fortresses built by the world’s mega-rich. Plus – Message in a battle. The intense drama of breakaway WhatsApp groups. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by The Bunker podcast host Andrew Harrison and journalist Holly Th...
May 02, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 200
We need your help! Let us know what you think to Paper Cuts in our listener survey. We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Sword Attack. The Papers react to a horrific incident in Hainault. Cheap talk? Trump’s been fined after breaching a gag order. Plus – No way, Computer! Can an AI help you resolve conflicts with your partner? Jacob Jarvis is joined by Hits Radio and Noted podcast host Mary Mandefield comedian Marcus Brigstocke. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended a...
May 01, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 199
We need your help! Let us know what you think to Paper Cuts in our listener survey: https://forms.gle/k8aJKfzbtJNVdk4m8 We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Go big, or go home. Sir Captain Tom Moore’s daughter is selling the family home – with questions raised over the use of his name… Reality Check. Has TV become more evil than ever? Plus – Love at first fight? Gráinne graced The Times over the weekend, admitting to loving a Tory who voted for Brexit! Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by...
Apr 30, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 198
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Is he tough enough? Sunak’s playing the hard man to get through a bad week, will it work? Village people. Posh Woman Plum Sykes pens a saucy tale about her mates in the Cotswolds. Plus – Manifest it! The Mail reckons you can think your way to your dream body. Miranda Sawyer is joined by author and journalist Jonn Elledge and comedian Daniel Foxx. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com Follow ...
Apr 29, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 197
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: New York Court. Harvey Weinstein's New York rape conviction overturned as prosecutors aim for a retrial. A Holyrood Drama. SNP first minister Humza Yousaf faces a no confidence vote. Plus – More than just Ken? When did we all become obsessed with Ryan Gosling? Miranda Sawyer is joined by political correspondent for PoliticsJOE Ava Santina and comedian Athena Kugblenu. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.pap...
Apr 26, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 196
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Build track better. Labour have outlined their plans to renationalise the railways if they win the election. Clip, clop, you don’t stop. Two spooked horses seen cantering around London and the press are worried about the end of the world. Plus – Who wants to live forever? John Cleese spends seventeen grand a year on staying youthful. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist and author Jonn Elledge and stand-up comedian Marcus Brigstocke. Support...
Apr 25, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 195
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Small boats latest. Papers shift focus on tragic Channel crossings after Rwanda legislation passes. Drake-ing news! Why are the world’s biggest rappers feuding? Plus – Pillow talk. The Independent investigates the “boy rooms” that belong to grown men. Miranda Sawyer is joined by The Bunker podcast host Jacob Jarvis and comedy writer Jason Hazeley. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com Follow...
Apr 24, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 194
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Flight risk. Sunak has finally passed his Rwanda bill and is promising to start flights in July. Stay the night! The i has the rules for being a good house guest and details how to be a host. Plus – Colour me confused! It’s someone’s actual job to name paint colours – and we’re obsessed with how they do it. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by political sketch writer for The Critic Rob Hutton and comedy writer Fergus Craig Support Paper Cuts and get mu...
Apr 23, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 193
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Law and Disorder. The papers report on a row over the Metropolitan Police’s approach to a Jewish man at a protest last weekend. Sobering Up. The Times says everyone’s having a terrible time in Ibiza. Plus – I’ll have what she’s having! Gizzi Erskine rates orgasmic food for The i. Miranda Sawyer is joined by columnist for the i newspaper Rebecca Reid and host of the Self Help podcast Scottee. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad...
Apr 22, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 192
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: New Album, who dis? Taylor Swift’s new album is here and the papers are all over it. Not fit to print. A Spectator theatre critic went to a brothel and wrote about it for some reason. Plus – Hit the bottle! Should tots be banned from pubs? Miranda Sawyer is joined by political correspondent for PoliticsJOE Ava Santina and comedian Gráinne Maguire Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com Follow ...
Apr 19, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 191
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: At last, some real sleaze! Prime A+ grade scandal as Tory MP is accused of misusing campaign funds to pay off “bad people”. Let’s NOT talk about sex, baby. Celebrities are talking about sex and it’s putting everyone off. Plus – Whose round is it anyway? The Mail warns that your friends are not as skint as they say… Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by The Bunker podcast host Andrew Harrison and political sketch writer for The Critic Rob Hutton. Support...
Apr 18, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 190
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Leaf it out! Lettuce Liz Truss has written a book – and oh boy does she want us to know about it. Lots of love. We get the rundown on a 20 person ‘polycule’ in America – and all the top tips on dating multiple people at once. Plus – 1 becomes 50. It’s Posh Spice’s birthday and the papers are obsessed. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist and author of the new book ‘A History Of The World In 47 Borders' Jonn Elledge and comedy writer Fergus Craig....
Apr 17, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 189
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: I fought the law and the snore won. Trump’s hush money trial begins – and someone didn’t get enough sleep. Put it out! MP’s debate Rishi’s flagship smoking ban. Plus – Taking the piss? The Mail has timed the perfect pee. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by The Bunker podcast host Jacob Jarvis and comedian Jacob Hawley. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com Follow Paper Cuts: • Twitter: https://...
Apr 16, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 188
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Iran attacks Israel. The papers react to the fallout from Iran’s drone attack on Israel over the weekend. Who wants to live forever? Meet the tech bros trying to defy death. Plus – Hell’s kitchen! Squatters take over a multimillion pound pub owned by Gordon Ramsey. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist and host of Pod Save The UK Coco Khan and comedian Daniel Foxx Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.paperc...
Apr 15, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 187
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Is the juice worth the squeeze? The papers have a LOT to say about OJ “definitely not a murderer” Simpson after his death at 76. Lycett, damned Lies and Exclusives! How many of Joe Lycett’s fake news did we end up covering? Plus – Neigh-sayers. It’s the Grand National tomorrow, and the papers are obsessed. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist and author Jonn Elledge and comedian Alistair Barrie. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and exten...
Apr 12, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 186
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Teheran to Tel Aviv. Biden states his support for Israel as threats of Iranian attack rise. The Spy Who Came In For A Quickie. The Mail’s discovered why you can’t honeytrap a French spy. Plus – I like big knickers and I cannot lie. Bridget Jones is back! What do fun-loving Gen Z think of the cig-smoking, booze-battering feminist icon? Andrew Harrison is joined by journalist Holly Thomas and comedian Marcus Brigstocke Help us to grow Paper Cuts! Sen...
Apr 11, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 185
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Bot in the name of love! Sex columnist Kate Lister’s tested out an A.I. boyfriend – and it ended in heartbreak . How to get away with a second family. Mail writer has an affair with ‘perfect man’, but things are not as they seem… Plus – A Real Game Changer. The papers think Scrabble has gone woke and they do NOT like it. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist and host of Good Bad Billionaire podcast Zing Tsjeng and comedian Gráinne Maguire. Help us...
Apr 10, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 184
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Freeee… Donald Trump! The former US president is comparing himself to Nelson Mandela and we’re perplexed. Social mousing. Disney is building a curated living community in California. Why? Plus – All’s fair in love and law. An American man is suing women he claims ‘ruined his love life’ with nasty comments on facebook. Jacob Jarvis is joined by political sketch writer for The Critic magazine Rob Hutton and host of Pod Save The UK Coco Khan. Help us ...
Apr 09, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 183
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Neighbourhood Watch. The Mail are going after where Labour Deputy leader Angela Rayner lives. Jog on. Russ Cook aka ‘The Hardest Geezer’ has run the length of Africa. Plus – Three more reps of kissing strangers! How to cheat on your partner, according to an infidelity coach. Miranda Sawyer is joined by LBC host Natasha Devon and comedy writer Fergus Craig Help us to grow Paper Cuts! Send this link to THREE mates and tell them why we’re your favouri...
Apr 08, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 182
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Honey Trap Sex Scandal! Tory MP gives his mates’ phone numbers to shady person on Grindr. What could go wrong? Too Soon. The Times insists on telling us about Amy Winehouse’s men. Plus – We are so back. Blind Date might be returning and we’re here for the nostalgia. Miranda Sawyer is joined by political correspondent for PoliticsJOE Ava Santina and comedian Athena Kugblenu. Help us to grow Paper Cuts! Send this link to THREE mates and tell them why...
Apr 05, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 181
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Things can only get better! Labour are on track for an election victory larger than Blair’s in 1997. Don’t worry, be happy. Can The Guardian find its fun side? A reporter goes to a ballpit to find out. Plus – Why can’t we be friends? The i works out the perfect number of mates. Jacob Jarvis is joined by TLDR News lead writer Ben Blissett and master impressionist Jan Ravens. Help us to grow Paper Cuts! Send this link to THREE mates and tell them why...
Apr 04, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 180
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: “Completely unacceptable”. World leaders react as an Israeli air strike kills aid workers. Humanoid Resources. The Times investigates whether AI can help you land a new job. Plus – Dish the Dirt! Why you should shower less, according to Johnathan Ross Jacob Jarvis is joined by CNN comment writer Holly Thomas and journalist and New Statesman columnist Jonn Elledge Help us to grow Paper Cuts! Send this link to THREE mates and tell them why we’re your...
Apr 03, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 179
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Rough sleeping. The Conservatives are pondering whether to fine the homeless thousands of pounds. Laser focus! The Times’ has the scoop on the new self improvement devices you don’t need. Plus – Mum’s the word. Liz Hurley’s son Damian is in the spotlight – with questions over his credentials beyond family ties… Miranda Sawyer is joined by Popbitch editor Chris Lochery and comedian Gráinne Maguire Help us to grow Paper Cuts! Send this link to THREE ...
Apr 02, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 178
In today’s special edition, we’re thrilled to be joined by two former Prime Ministers to look at the hot news stories of the day. On the agenda: Maths for Meals. Rishi Sunak wants kids to pass numeracy tests for free school meals. Penny Pinchers. Piggy banks to be accepted as deposits for 0.00003% mortgages. Plus – Generation Sex. A Guardian journalist has tested out a Boomer, Millennial and Gen Z sex party. Who does it best? Miranda Sawyer is joined by ex-PM and journalist Boris Johnson and ex-...
Apr 01, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 177
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Monkey Business. We tell the story of Honshu, the Japanese macaque’s highland adventure. Can’t get no Satisfaction! The Daily Mail highlights the plight of a mother of 5 who has never climaxed. Plus – The Famine Queen. We take a look at the legacy of Queen Victoria and then wash our mouths out with soap and water. Miranda Sawyer is joined by New Statesman’s Jonn Elledge, Pod Save the UK’s Coco Khan, Popbitch editor Chris Lochery and from the world ...
Mar 29, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 2
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Coked Up Crustaceans. Sewage scandal leaves sealife high as a flying fish. Pulp crucifixion. The Easter culture wars are here, and The Telegraph is leading the charge. Plus – Fancy that! The Independent laments the ‘crush crash’, but what is it? Jacob Jarvis is joined by LBC host Natasha Devon and comedian Jessica Fostekew. Help us to grow Paper Cuts! Send this link to THREE mates and tell them why we’re your favourite podcast: papercutsshow.co.uk ...
Mar 28, 2024•40 min•Season 1Ep. 176
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Tenuous Royal Connection. How have the papers managed to connect Prince Harry to the P Diddy raid? Strapper’s delight. Give pegging a chance, says the i’s doyenne of sex columnists Kate Lister i. Plus – Mission Kim Possible! Why on earth did North Korea blur out Alan Titchmarsh’s trousers? Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Jonn Elledge and comedy writer Jason Hazeley Help us to grow Paper Cuts! Send this link to THREE mates and tell them why w...
Mar 27, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 175
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Don Poorleone. Former President and fake tan enthusiast Donald Trump manages to escape financial disaster for now. The Generational Game. The Times outlines the hallmarks of each generation – and we disagree heartily. Plus – Hopping Nad. Nadine Dorries is feeling herself at sixty-six – and she’s telling anybody who’ll listen. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist Holly Thomas and comedian Daniel Foxx. Help us to grow Paper Cuts! Send this lin...
Mar 26, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 174
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Anarchy in the Monarchy. The fallout from Kate’s cancer diagnosis panics the broadsheets. Vive La Révolution! French feminist tells women to strike for a better life. Plus – Stormy Wether. A Times journalist tries 24 hours in a Wetherspoon’s. Does he make it? Miranda Sawyer is joined by comedians Marcus Brigstocke and Rosie Holt. Help us to grow Paper Cuts! Send this link to THREE mates and tell them why we’re your favourite podcast: papercutsshow....
Mar 25, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 173
