Josie Long

Furong Li, a power grid expert from the University of Bath, discusses how the UK can enhance grid efficiency by learning from China’s renewable investments. Science journalist Phil Ball explains groundbreaking Nobel-winning quantum experiments from the 1980s, linking them to today's quantum computing advancements. Comedian Josie Long adds her unique flair, reflecting on the joy and existential dread inspired by extinct megafauna, revealing how these prehistoric wonders shape our cultural narratives.

This week, Josie Long, a Glasgow comedian known for her observational humor, and Nato Green, a politically charged satirist from San Francisco, dive into the absurdities of million percent tariffs. They discuss the chaos of economic policies that turn essentials into luxuries and critique the consequences for working-class families. The conversation also highlights an amusing protest featuring a man in a rat costume, scrutinizing political engagement through humor. Expect laughter as they blend personal tales with sharp social commentary!

In this entertaining discussion, comedians Josh Gondelman and Josie Long dive into the outrageousness of wealth, discussing everything from endlessly rich pets to the nuances of American politics wrapped in humor. They explore the absurdities of sports commentary and the recent upset in New York City's primaries. With sharp wit, they tackle complex ideas about financial policies, socialism, and the challenges of navigating today’s political landscape, all while keeping the banter lively and engaging.

Comedian and writer Josie Long joins in on the excitement of the UK's election race. They tackle topics like gay animals 'attacking' children, coded messages, subliminal fashion tips, political satire, and autocorrect controversies. The hilarious banter covers everything from government performance to using ancient artifacts as weapons in modern conflicts.

There's a school of thought out there that, following the fall of the Roman Empire around Europe, there's a decline in knowledge, technologies, and economics. But is this true? Greg Jenner and his guests look at a range of discoveries spanning a thousand of years, widely known as the Medieval period. How was knowledge and scientific findings shared across a world with its countless languages and regions before the internet? Looking at essential scholars of the time like Ibn Al Hytham, the 'father of modern optics', and the evolution of compasses and maps, this episode picks up some of the weird and wonderful advancements of the period that we still use today - Medieval Science. Greg is joined by Dr Seb Falk, a historian of Medieval Science, an expert on astronomy and mathematics and the author of the book The Light Ages, which was voted Book of the Year 2020 by the The Times and The Telegraph. Alongside Dr Falk, we have the multi-award-winning comedian, writer, podcaster and filmmaker, Josie Long, who has alsp appeared on 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Have I Got News For You and House of Games.Research - Rosanna Evans Script- Emma Nagouse, Rosanna Evans and Gregg Jenner Project Manager - Siefe Miyo Edit Producer - Cornelius MendezThe Athletic production for BBC Radio 4

Join Dr. Stephen Kershaw and comedian Josie Long in uncovering the mysteries of the ancient Minoan civilization. From debunking myths like the Minotaur to exploring gender ambiguity in frescoes and bull-leaping rituals, dive into the unique lifestyle and beliefs of this Bronze Age society.

The podcast discusses AI warehouse Wonka's story, despots buying crazy gifts, billionaire weddings, weirdos getting elected, and appropriate logos for businesses. Plus, explore historical events with humor, controversial figures in British politics, extravagant celebrity weddings in unique venues, chaotic Glasgow attractions, bizarre world leader gifts, and humorous discussions on billionaires' net worth and hypothetical killings.

Greg Jenner and his guests look at a range of scientific discoveries spanning 1000 years of history, widely known as the medieval period. How were knowledge and scientific findings shared across a world with its countless languages and regions before the internet?Greg is joined by Dr Seb Falk and comedian Josie Long to look at some of the weird and wonderful advancements of the period which we still use today.For the full-length version of this episode, please look further back in the feed.Research by Rosanna Evans Script by Emma Nagouse, Rosanna Evans and Greg Jenner Project manager: Siefe Miyo Edit producer: Cornelius Mendez

In this captivating discussion, stand-up comedian Josie Long shares her progressive views and experiences from her upbringing in a patriarchal religious organization. She addresses the complexities of cancel culture, urging for unity in progressive movements while navigating serious issues like reproductive rights and LGBTQ+ advocacy. With humor and authenticity, Long emphasizes joy as a form of resistance in activism, highlighting the importance of open dialogue amidst diverse opinions. The conversation provides a lively critique of societal challenges, blending laughter with thought-provoking insights.

Comedian Josie Long visits York Cold War Bunker and interviews English Heritage curator Kevin Booth and former Royal Observer Corps member Ann Metcalf. They discuss the bunker's history, the role of the Royal Observer Corps during the Cold War, and what it was like to train and live in the bunker. The podcast also explores the complexities of the Cold War, including Britain's defense strategies and public attitudes towards the conflict.