Adam Kay

This week, Adam Kay, a former doctor turned comedian, shares hilarious insights on NHS funding proposals, sparking laughs about creative fundraising ideas. Zoe Lyons brings the heat with a comedic take on an espionage case involving China, shaking up political sensitivities. Science-savvy Ria Lina addresses alarming flood risks projected by 2050. Political journalist Stephen Bush weighs in on Labour's tax dilemmas amidst inflation forecasts, prompting a lively discussion on the economy's future.

Join Steve Backshall, Jess French, and Adam Kay as they engage with curious kids at the Cheltenham Science Festival discussing a battle between a shark and crocodile, the evolution of sweating in dogs, potential AI communication with animals, and the use of bacteriophages in fighting pandemics.

Adam Kay, a former doctor turned comedian and author of 'This Is Going To Hurt', discusses his traumatic experiences in the medical field, particularly the emotional fallout from a tragic cesarean section. He humorously recounts how humor became his coping mechanism during medical training and how he transitioned into comedy and writing. Adam shares insights on balancing personal identity with professional duties and reflects on the transformative journey of fatherhood, embracing creativity, and the re-evaluation of life goals after leaving medicine.