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Ian Hislop on Boris Johnson, Piers Morgan and political satire in the age of the absurd
The News Agents
Hippo Swallowing a Tennis Ball and Piers Morgan's Neighborly Dig
The chapter features humorous banter about absurd scenarios like a Ladybird killing a Hippo, police grabbing an Airpistel, and a tragic tale of a Hippo swallowing a tennis ball. It delves into media intrusion and smear campaigns, highlighting comical reactions and the challenges of satire in serious international issues. The conversation also discusses proposed hate crime laws in Scotland, critiquing the ambiguity and potential implications for free speech.
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