Friday Night Comedy from BBC Radio 4 The News Quiz - 19th July
Jul 19, 2024
Entertaining news quiz with humorous banter on boring legislation and political figures. Jokes about TV appearances, security checks, and cricket legends. Fun discussion on Olympics, Trump's survival, and chimpanzee behavior. Reflections on recent political events and promotion of other podcasts.
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Longest King's Speech and Robe
- King Charles unleashed the longest Queen's speech in over 20 years, lasting 12 minutes and 44 seconds.
- The robe was 18 feet long, drawing jokes about its impractical length.
Rail Ticketing Complexity Simplified
- The new passenger railway services bill aims to simplify train ticketing in the UK.
- Currently, train tickets in the UK have complex pricing that can confuse even locals and visitors.
Trump Assassination Attempt Anecdote
- Secret Service agents failed to protect Trump due to a loose roof at the shooting location.
- Trump was humorously reported asking 'Where are my shoes?' amid the chaos.