The Bugle Has 2024 Jumped The Shark?
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Dec 7, 2024 James Nokise, a witty comedian from Edinburgh, joins Ria Lina, known for her sharp humor, to dissect the absurdities of 2024. They tackle South Korea's martial law and France's revolutionary dusting-off of the guillotine. The pair humorously critique global political chaos, bizarre conspiracy theories, and the challenges of democracy in Georgia, all while intertwining pop culture references. Their insights blend satire with serious reflections, making a compelling case for the fragility of modern governance with laughs at every turn.
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Drunken Martial Law
- James Nokise jokingly reveals he declared martial law in Wellington in 2008.
- He was dressed as a crow/pigeon hybrid while drunk in a tree.
Pub Coup
- Ria Lina claims she recently declared martial law on a pub.
- Her attempt failed when her militia accepted free drinks during a lock-in.
Women's Football Ban
- In 1921, the English FA banned women's football, citing institutionalized misogyny.
- The ban lasted 50 years until it was revoked in 1971.