Friday Night Comedy from BBC Radio 4 The News Quiz: Ep3. Bored of peace
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Jan 30, 2026 
Shappi Khorsandi, comedian and writer known for sharp satire, and Lucy Porter, upbeat comedian from topical shows, riff on politics and absurd news. They lampoon Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ and his peace-related blunders. They laugh about China’s mega-embassy in London and marvel at Veronica, a tool-using cow, while poking fun at media chaos and political theatrics.
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Theatrics Undermine Diplomatic Credibility
- Donald Trump's Greenland remarks at Davos revealed impulsive, theatrical diplomacy that unsettles allies.
- Commentators noted his mix of grand claims and obvious gaffes makes serious reporting and reaction awkward.
Media Strain From Rapid Political Volatility
- Stephen Bush highlighted that Trump's rapid topic shifts mean media struggle to convey the genuine seriousness of his actions.
- The unpredictability forces journalists to constantly signal when behaviour is genuinely alarming.
Pettiness As A Foreign Policy Signal
- Trump's leaked message about the Nobel snub showed his petty, performative approach to international slights.
- Panelists treated his 'I no longer feel the obligation to think purely of peace' line as gangster-like intimidation of rules-based order.