The Bugle Shafts Of Hope: Pikachu Rampage
Oct 24, 2023
Comedians Ria Lina and Tiff Stevenson join Andy Zaltzman on The Bugle podcast to discuss mannequins, robots, and Pokemon. They also explore topics such as God's procrastination in creating the world, the challenges of comedy during difficult times, the disparity between talking dogs and regular dogs, the clash between van Gogh and Pikachu, strategies to counter gerrymandering, and the efficiency of hiring Polish workers. Plus, announcements of upcoming shows and projects.
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Biden's Sports Analogy
- Joe Biden called Hamas "the other team" during his Middle East visit.
- He also predicted that "freedom will win," which Andy Zaltzman finds overly optimistic.
Social Media Dilemma
- Speaking up on social media about the Middle East is difficult.
- One risks being attacked for what they say or don't say.
Sunak's Visit
- Rishi Sunak visited the Middle East, offering advice to both Israeli and Palestinian leaders.
- He also commented on Israel's precautions to avoid harming civilians, which seemed to surprise Netanyahu.