Co-hosts Alice Fraser and Alastair Barrie join Andy to discuss America's political climate, British elections, Scotland's political scene, and the future of AI. They also touch on historical events like the founding of New York and the Eiffel Tower discovery, proposing humorous solutions for global peace and exploring political controversies and election outcomes. The podcast ends with a lighthearted discussion on AI in podcasting and human communication, promoting various projects and introducing Richie Firth's new travel podcast.

Comedians Andy Zaltzman, Chris Addison, and Alice Fraser tackle topics like humans in space, bees on Earth, and Kim Jong-un's bromance with Vladimir Putin. They also discuss politicians publishing books, the possibility of Dracula being a vegan, and share humorous anecdotes. The podcast ends with a thrilling competition and farewell to the audience.

Andy Zaltzman, Alice Fraser, and Anuvab Pal discuss the G20 summit, India's space missions, and the launch of premium subscriptions for exclusive content. They reflect on the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, unrealistic expectations, and the Great Fire of London. The podcast also covers the underrepresentation of Africa in the G20, cricket world cup prospects, and upcoming live shows.

Chris Addison, Hari Kondabolu, Alice Fraser, and Anuvab Pal discuss AI, mad science, orcas, de-platforming, a drowned phone, turning humid air into power, virgin birth in crocodiles, Nazi symbols, and robots replacing conductors in orchestras.

Brian Cox and Robin Ince visit Canberra for the first of 4 special episodes recorded in Australia. This week they visit the amazing Canberra Deep Space Communication Centre where scientists communicate with, and track the 200 or so spacecraft that are currently exploring our vast solar system and even beyond. They are joined by Astrophysicists Mark Cheung and Alan Duffy, Nobel prize winner Brian Schmidt and comedian Alice Fraser as they track legendary space craft like Voyager, still sending back messages from deep in space some 40 plus years after it first launched. They discover how despite these incredible missions we still don't know what 97% of our universe is made of, and how so many of these explorations are vital to our understanding of one very important planet - our own.Producer: Caroline Steel Executiver Producer: Alexandra Feachem

Comedians Nish Kumar, Alice Fraser, and others discuss the urgent UN warning on climate change, political apathy, satirical takes on futuristic governance, and a quirky dive into tales of frogs, seagull screeching championships, and the evolution of bees into immortal creatures.

Ria Lina, a sharp-witted comedian and writer, joins Alice Fraser, an accomplished storyteller, to tackle the latest in music and global politics—all with a comedic twist. They humorously critique dynamic pricing in the music industry, riffing on nostalgia and the absurdity of ticket costs. Their banter humorously connects celebrity culture—including Taylor Swift's influence—to broader societal issues. With anecdotes about parenting and upcoming performances, this lively discussion blends humor with insightful commentary.

Greg Jenner is joined in Ancient Greece by special guests Prof Michael Scott and comedian Alice Fraser as they examine the start of democracy with the Athenians. Aside from it obviously being a system that only benefited men, we will take a closer look at the fundamental issues that still apply today, why you’d want to avoid red ropes and broken pots, and just why the Romans disliked the very idea of it.For the full-length version of this episode, please look further back in the feed.Research by Rosie Rich Written and produced by Emma Nagouse and Greg Jenner Assistant Producer: Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow Project Management: Siefe Miyo and Isla Matthews Audio Producer: Abi PatersonA production by The Athletic for BBC Radio 4.

Nish Kumar, a sharp-witted comedian and political commentator, joins Australian comedian Alice Fraser, known for her dark humor, to dissect the absurdities of American politics. They hilariously question the current state of Donald Trump and the reliability of polling as the election looms. The duo dives into the contradictions of the British royal family regarding social responsibility and their opulent lifestyles. They also tackle the rise of misinformation, reflecting on the puzzling priorities of advocacy groups and exploring modern political trends.

Alice Fraser, a sharp-witted comedian and writer, joins Hari Kondabolu, a stand-up star with a keen eye on social issues. They dive into the paradoxes of modern politics, poking fun at JD Vance and the Labour Party's missteps. The duo reflects on Britain's drinking culture, all while grappling with absurd tech and its chaotic influence on governance. They also tackle political gifts and their impact on integrity, using a comically expensive pair of glasses as a focal point, blending humor with incisive social commentary.