19min chapter

The Political Orphanage cover image

Heaton and Monkey: Yuletide Crimesolvers (1987)

The Political Orphanage

CHAPTER

Holiday Whimsy and Dark Comedy

This chapter dives into a quirky holiday segment filled with humorous dialogues surrounding a bizarre decapitation that amusingly shifts liabilities among local authorities. Combining dark comedy with festive cheer, the characters navigate absurd situations ranging from cat-themed whiskey ads to a comedic skit in a Costco, all while including a dark murder mystery intertwined with themes of infidelity. Ultimately, the narrative offers a satirical take on Christmas, blending it with Independence Day through whimsical ideas like 'Christmas tree fireworks.'

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode