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Jonn Elledge

Columnist and author of A History of the World in 47 Borders. Co-host of Oh God, What Now?

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Dec 20, 2024 • 42min

Trump shooting, Oasis frenzy, Huak Tuah and more – The 20 weirdest moments of 2024 – Part One

Miranda Sawyer, a seasoned journalist and year analyst from Paper Cuts, joins Jonn Elledge, a contributor to various podcasts, to reflect on the wildest moments of 2024. They dive into the chaos of Oasis's ticket sales and the implications of their reunion. Outrage over England's Euros kit sparks fervent debates about cultural identity. The duo also examines the bizarre media frenzy around Donald Trump's controversies, shedding light on class identity and the absurdities of viral fame. Their witty insights make 2024’s chaos entertainingly relatable.
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Dec 23, 2024 • 41min

Soaked Sunak, Brat summer, the Hot Hitman and more – The 20 weirdest moments of 2024 – Part Two

This week, Miranda Sawyer, a presenter known for her sharp commentary on current events, and Jonn Elledge, a versatile podcast contributor, dive into the most surreal moments of 2024. They hilariously recount Rishi Sunak's rain-soaked campaign launch and discuss the absurd trajectory of political figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Emmanuel Macron. The duo explores the delightful chaos of dark humor in politics, the public's baffling reactions, and how memes have trivialized serious issues, capturing the bizarre intersection of culture and politics.
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Jul 3, 2024 • 40min

What if… the Tories won the Election?

Regular guests Jonn Elledge and Rob Hutton join host Andrew Harrison in a speculative journey exploring a hypothetical Tory election win. They discuss the aftermath, challenges for Labour, Tory policies on Rwanda and national service, struggles with housing promises, and the nightmare scenario of enduring Tory failures for four more years.
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Aug 30, 2023 • 35min

Flights fiasco blamed on French – plus boffins take on beer goggles

Guests Gráinne Maguire, a comedy writer, and Jonn Elledge, a journalist, discuss topics like the chaos caused by the air traffic control shutdown, the government's controversial house-building rules, debunking the beer goggles myth, and the impact of alcohol on perception of attractiveness. They also explore confidence posing and unconventional attire.
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Aug 21, 2023 • 40min

This is Planet Earps! Lioness heartbreak – plus Repackaging Letby as entertainment?

Comedian Grainne Maguire and journalist Jonn Elledge join Miranda Sawyer to discuss the coverage of the England women's football team's loss, the media's handling of the Lucy Letby case, and sensationalizing tragedy. They also explore various news headlines and stories, including an astronomer's health deterioration and a nude tour de France for climate change awareness.