Friday Night Comedy from BBC Radio 4 The News Quiz: Ep 1. Checked Facts & Unfettered Fictions
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Jan 17, 2025 Join comedians Paul Sinha, a sharp former physician, and Angela Barnes, known for her observational wit, as they tackle the week's headlines with humor. They delve into Trump's wild geopolitical ambitions, question the NHS's future amidst funding woes, and critique the fading art of fact-checking in today's misinformation era. The duo also shares hilariously quirky stories about lynxes and a light-hearted quiz that sparks laughter while revealing the absurdity embedded in politics and culture.
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Paul Sinha's Health Scare
- Paul Sinha discusses his recent health challenges, including two heart attacks and a bypass surgery.
- He humorously recounts an overheard ward conversation involving a fellow Chaser.
NHS Privatization Debate
- Paul Sinha observes that NHS privatization discussions are longstanding and haven't changed much.
- He suggests accepting private sector involvement to expedite patient treatment.
Social Care Delay & Wetherspoons Idea
- Angela Barnes highlights the delay of social care report findings until 2028.
- She humorously suggests converting Wetherspoons pubs into old people's homes.