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The Bugle

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.


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Episodes

The News Stinks - Bugle 4109

Alabama is pro-life, until you've been born, Australia has an election and so does Europe. Plus, some major smells making headlines. Andy is with Alice and Hari Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 18, 201945 min

Look at this Massive Election! Bugle 4107

The world's biggest democracy goes to the polls, we dive deep in and get thoroughly lost. Also - Andy reviews Game of Thrones, and donkeys are sad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 04, 201944 min

Swede Dreams are Made of Trees - Bugle 4106

Andy, Nish and Nato Green look at the environment, the anti-vac movement, Putin & Kim's drink up and The Avengers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 27, 201939 min

That Pen is revisited - Bugle 4105B

Andy introduces some classic bits, some previously unheard snippets and Producer Chris does a thing. Features Brexit, Mueller and wangs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 19, 201927 min

Black Holes and Brexit - Bugle 4105

Andy and Alice stare into the face of a black hole, but enough about Brexit. There's also unicorn news, Australian rugby homophobia and condoms! Listen to the show on the Entale app. Thanks to: Mark Adams Dan Mc Jonathan Kaley-Isley Matthew Gwynne Gregor Hoffman Lucy Perrone Bartek Siepracki Bat Wench (Anonymous Donor) M R David Dodwell-Bennett Tim Prollins (Anonymous Donor) E W Renan Santos Mike Pence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Apr 15, 201936 min

The Reverse Skrillex - Bugle 4104

Andy is with Nish Kumar and Matt Forde to learn how Skrillex is fighting malaria and how Trump’s exoneration may be premature. Plus a profile of Mark Francois: Brexit Warrior. Please support us by donating here: www.thebuglepodcast.com With <a href=" https://twitter.com/hellobuglers ">@HelloBuglers</a> <a href=" https://twitter.com/MrNishKumar ">Nish Kumar</a> <a href=" https://twitter.com/MattForde ">Matt Forde</a> <a href=" https://twitter.com/ProducerChr...

Apr 06, 201946 min

The Sweet, Sweet Bumhole Of Space – Bugle 4103

Don't let the title confuse you, there's PLENTY of Brexit in this podcast. Andy Zaltzman welcomes Tiffany Stevenson to the studio. Don't worry though because they still find time to talk about the titular Bumhole. With: HelloBuglers Tiffany Stevenson Rich Jarman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Apr 06, 201939 min

Mature Grown Up Politics - Bugle 4102

Andy, Alice and Chris are in Edinburgh and Glasgow for lives Bugles. Turns out Scotland is not a fan of Brexit. Plus - BUGLE DONORS - your first batch of positive libels are broadcast (more to follow in coming months). With <a href=" https://twitter.com/hellobuglers ">@HelloBuglers</a> <a href=" https://twitter.com/aliterative ">Alice Fraser</a> <a href=" https://twitter.com/ProducerChris ">@ProducerChris</a> More episodes and info on our website: <a href="...

Mar 22, 201935 min

Dog Climbs Mountain - Bugle 4101

Andy is joined by Alice and new Buglers Baratunde Thurston and Nato Green to look at US corruption, Ilhan Omar, San Francisco millionaires and a mountain climbing dog. Your support keeps us going. Click <a href=" http://thebuglepodcast.com ">here</a> to support the show With <a href=" https://twitter.com/hellobuglers ">@HelloBuglers</a> <a href=" https://twitter.com/aliterative ">Alice Fraser</a> <a href=" https://twitter.com/baratunde ">Baratunde Thurst...

Mar 16, 201944 min

12 Bum Salute - Bugle 4100

Andy and Alice are in America (mostly Portland, but also Denver, Chicago and Minneapolis) with news on a miracle jellyfish with a transient anus, Manafort news and some contributions from Tom Ballard and John Oliver (yes, that one). We need you to survive. Click <a href=" http://thebuglepodcast.com ">here</a> to support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Mar 09, 201944 min

Ross and Rachel – Bugle 4099

Andy is in America, and this episode is mostly Brooklyn, with a little DC. In focus this week, the Brexit countdown and why it's like Ross and Rachel, plus Michael Cohen's testimony, and secret microphones. Features a fine debut from Josh Gondelman and the usual family fun from Alice Fraser. We need you to survive. Click here to support the show With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser Josh Gondelman @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See aca...

Mar 02, 201946 min

Independents Day – Bugle 4098

Andy, Alice and Anuvab talk us through moon news, more disgusting animal news, Brexit breakups and Indian crocodile news. Plus - The Bugle is changing and needs you to survive. Contribute and keep us going here. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser Desiree Burch @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 23, 201942 min

Sex and Insects news – Bugle 4097

Andy and Alice are joined by Bugle debutant Desiree Burch to discuss the biggest issues this week – including insects, 'blackface' sweaters and sex. Loads of sex. Plus, what happens when you put a cow on a plane? With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser Desiree Burch @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 16, 201945 min

The Bin King – Bugle 4096

Andy, Alice and Hari look at the State of the Union, and what a state it is. Plus, is a place in hell actually a privilege for a Brexiteer and Sweden has a new monarch. Also, emoji news and the latest on Producer Chris's broken arse. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser Hari Kondabolu @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 09, 201946 min

Why the dolphins keep leaping – Bugle 4095

Andy and Alice turn their attentions to homelessness, the polar vortex and plastics. Plus animal news. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 01, 201942 min

Bugle 4094 – Weekend at Bernie’s

Andy is joined this week by Nish Kumar and Alice Fraser. Brexit continues to be a great source of fulfilment and happiness, we enjoy exposure to toxic masculinity and celebrate the redundancy (literally) of Robotic servants. @Hellobuglers @Alliterative @MrNishKumar @Wahwah_UK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 19, 201941 min

Wall Nuts – Bugle 4093

Andy and Anuvab Pal discuss Trump's 'wall', Theresa May's 'deal' and the true heritage of James Bond. Plus, some old smoking adverts make it In The Bin. And – Producer Chris news. With... @HelloBuglers Anuvab Pal @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 12, 201938 min

Ferry bad start to the year – Bugle 4092

Britain plans to save itself post-Brexit with imaginary ferries. Plus it's been an exciting start to the year including North Korean defections and vegan sausage rolls breaking the internet. Plus, a new Bugle fitness regime, including the return of Swearobics! With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 04, 201940 min

2018, Part Two: Trump, *truth* and Theresa

Andy Zaltzman introduces six more huge stories from the year, including Trump and the truth, David O'Doherty's guide to Anglo Irish relations and a Mark Wahlberg inspired look at the day of a regular Bugle host. Featuring Andy Zaltzman, Nish Kumar, Alice Fraser, Anuvab Pal, Matt Forde, Tiffany Stevenson, David O'Doherty, Felicity Ward and Alex Edelman. Produced by Chris Skinner. Part one is already in your podfeed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 29, 201835 min

2018, Part One: Kangaroos, Kim & corruption

What a year! Yes there's Trump and Brexit, but also sexy Kangaroos, exam cheats in India and Kim Jong Un. Includes great live moments and a guest appearance from RoboTrump. Featuring Andy Zaltzman, Tom Ballard, Nish Kumar, Alice Fraser, Anuvab Pal, Aditi Mittal. Produced by Chris Skinner and the ghost of Tom Wright. Part two will be released next week (was released a week after this one). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 23, 201841 min

Brexray Specs – Bugle 4091

Andy corrals together Nish Kumar, Tiff Stevenson and Matt Forde to look at a baffling week in a baffling year in a baffling decade for UK politics. With @HelloBuglers Nish Kumar Tiff Stevenson Matt Forde @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 14, 201841 min

Have we invaded Bhutan? – Bugle 4090

Andy is with Helen Zaltzman and Hari Kondabolu to look at Mike Pence's new approach to problems, the Queen's (possible) take on Brexit and whether or not it's better to pretend you're older or younger than you actually are. With @HelloBuglers Hari Kondabolu Helen Zaltzman @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 08, 201840 min

That’s a Big Cow! – Bugle 4089

That's a big cow! ...It's a really Big Cow! There's a giant cow about to take over the show in Australia. The sky is the limit as India constructs Statues that bother aircraft. The Bugle welcomes Tom Ballard and Anuvab Pal to discuss these and more – UK news,The G20 and Sport get examined thoroughly with Andy Zaltzman taking lead. @TomCBallard @AnuvabPal @hellobuglers @Wahwah_UK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 30, 201843 min

Termites and Populists – Bugle 4088

Europe is embracing populism, termites are building megalopolises, men are doing incredible things with their throats, and turkeys are doing their turkey thing. Andy and Alice have the latest on all of this. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 24, 201842 min

Symptomless Blitz: 4087

Aliens, Brexit(!!) and Trumpbrella all in focus in a pretty spectacular live Bugle, featuring Nish Kumar and Felicity Ward alongside Andy Zaltzman. With @HelloBuglers Felicity Ward Nish Kumar @ProducerChris And a cameo from another Bugle host! More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 16, 201846 min

Midterms, appendage art and WOMEN: Bonus Bugle

Some classic midterm news from John and Andy, the penis on the roof and something special from Producer Chris. Respect to Jim Acosta, Abby Phillip, April Ryan, Yamiche Alcindor and anyone who dares question that enormous lunatic. With @HelloBuglers John Oliver Alice Fraser Nish Kumar Hari Kondabolu @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 11, 201815 min

It’s easier to build a moon than to Brexit: Bugle 4086

Andy is joined by Al Murray and Tom Ballard to look at just how China is taking over the world. Plus – Britain is angry, Australia now welcomes rappers (one at a time) and the US is, well, you know how it is. With @HelloBuglers Al Murray Tom Ballard @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 03, 201843 min

Pocket Gods: Bugle 4085

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Aditi Mittal* to discuss how much someone should smile, including women and terrorists, Trump's right to lie and and anti corruption versus anti corruption. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser Aditi Mittal @ProducerChris *until the internet broke shortly before the end of the record. More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 26, 201840 min

Hari Kondabolu Day: Bugle 4084

With perfect timing, Hari Kondabolu joins Andy, just as we all get ready to celebrate Hari Kondabolu day. In other news: From Saudi Arabia, the Jamal Khashoggi case continues. From the UK, the detailed arrangements for a royal baby are explained. From the USA, Elizabeth Warren has her DNA tested and Trump weighs in with his verdict From the world of Technology, cars seem slower than ever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 19, 201839 min
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