David Quantick

Emmy Award-winning television writer and author who contributed to Veep and The Thick of It, discussing satire, political comedy, and writing mechanics; also performs sponsor/read segments in the episode.

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Nov 22, 2025 • 33min

Stranger than fiction?

Join historian and screenwriter Alex von Tunzelman, former British ambassador John Everard, and Emmy-winning writer David Quantick as they explore how film and TV shape our understanding of politics. Alex critiques the realism of films like Zero Dark Thirty and discusses the influence of government on storytelling. John explains how comedic portrayals often reveal truths about diplomatic blunders. David shares insights on creating satire amidst real-life absurdity, highlighting the delicate balance of comedy and plausibility.

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