
Angela Barnes
Comedian known for her observational humor and insightful commentary.
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Jan 17, 2025 • 28min
The News Quiz: Ep 1. Checked Facts & Unfettered Fictions
Join comedians Paul Sinha, a sharp former physician, and Angela Barnes, known for her observational wit, as they tackle the week's headlines with humor. They delve into Trump's wild geopolitical ambitions, question the NHS's future amidst funding woes, and critique the fading art of fact-checking in today's misinformation era. The duo also shares hilariously quirky stories about lynxes and a light-hearted quiz that sparks laughter while revealing the absurdity embedded in politics and culture.

Feb 25, 2022 • 29min
News Quiz 25th February 2022
Recorded at the BBC Radio Theatre, this week Andy Zaltzman is joined by Angela Barnes, Ian Smith, Desiree Burch and Geoff Norcott to discuss Putin's invasion of Ukraine and the reaction at home and abroad. The team also look at the end of COVID restrictions in England, Johnson's questionnaire from the Met, and Trump's new social media venture.Hosted by Andy Zaltzman
Chairs script by Andy Zaltzman
Additional Material from Alice Fraser, Suchandrika Chakrabarti, Sean Stoakes and Cameron Loxdale.
Production Co-ordinator: Katie Baum
Sound Editor: Marc WillcoxThe Producer is Gwyn Rhys Davies, and it is a BBC Studios Production.

Aug 16, 2023 • 1h 15min
Ep 201: Angela Barnes
Comedian Angela Barnes joins Ed Gamble and James Acaster on the podcast. They discuss scallops, the importance of humor in emotional topics, personal preferences for sweet foods, deep-fried haggis, McDonald's orders, and their love for seafood. Angela also shares her love for Wonderful Pistachios, a delicious and protein-packed snack.

May 3, 2024 • 28min
The Now Show - 5th April
Jon Holmes discusses animals in the news while Angela Barnes covers theft on a comedy show. Topics include April Fool's pranks, water shortages, a satirical bill targeting homeless people, quirky news stories, health reporting accuracy, Gen Z stereotypes in the workplace, and a humorous song on overcoming challenges.

Aug 19, 2023 • 58min
Angela Barnes, Hanan Issa, Richard Essien (aka Magical Bones), Lou Sanders, Jason Williams...in nature
Angela Barnes grew up on comedy and now appears on the shows she used to listen to with her dad. Hanan Issa is the National Poet of Wales who has a bi-cultural perspective. Richard Essien is the street magician Magical Bones. Lou Sanders is a comedian and Jason Williams transforms his balcony into a garden. The podcast also explores special teachers, self-care, and impactful teachers.