Comedian and writer David Baddiel discusses his book 'The God Desire' with religious scholar Ben Quash and comedian Richard Ayoade. The podcast also delves into the debate between TV shows 'Succession' and 'The White Lotus', exploring their themes, characters, and emotional impact on viewers.

Richard and Lydia Ayoade discuss the challenges of depicting faith in films, the media's appetite for personal information, complexity in public conversations, Michael Haneke's films, the absence of redemption arcs in popular shows, and the difficulty of identifying sacred values.

Comedian, director, and author Richard Ayoade discusses his latest book about a rom-com, its deeper resonance on life, good plane reading, PG Wodehouse, and the emotional impact of Happy Eaters. They also touch on the importance of embracing imperfections in literature and life, childhood memories of fast food restaurants, and the impact of being observant on writing and directing.