Friday Night Comedy from BBC Radio 4 The Naked Week: Ep 3. Benefits, Borders, and a game of Truss or Towers.
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Mar 28, 2025 The team delivers sharp satire on modern politics, playfully critiquing youth unemployment and the absurd job application process. A whimsical game contrasts former Prime Minister Liz Truss with amusement park rides, showcasing clever banter and political wit. They creatively utilize haikus to address pressing issues, while tackling the ethical dilemmas of lobbying with humor. Expect a blend of nostalgia and comedy that sets the stage for a future exploration of history, revealing the quirky intersections of current events and entertainment.
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Creating Job Opportunities
- To help young people get jobs, create more positions like parliamentary assistants.
- This approach directly addresses youth unemployment by offering practical opportunities.
Satirical CV
- The Naked Week team created a satirical CV for a parliamentary assistant job.
- The CV highlighted questionable qualifications, referencing real-life political figures.
Mark Field's Memoir
- Former Tory MP Mark Field published a memoir with intimate details about Liz Truss.
- This act was compared to cynically exploiting a past relationship for profit.