
The Bugle
It's the trans-global satiricast that leaves no hot potato unbuttered. Andy Zaltzman breaks down the news with comedians from across the world including Alice Fraser, Hari Kondabolu, Chris Addison, John Oliver, Nish Kumar, Tiff Stevenson and Helen Zaltzman. Go to TheBuglePodcast.com to become a premium subscriber and get exclusive shows.Follow us on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Mar 31, 2024 • 41min
Literally Anybody Else
Andy Zaltzman, a comedian and podcast host, discusses the absurdity of American politics, Scotland's hate speech laws, and New Zealand's political clashes with dolphins. The podcast combines humor with skepticism, exploring unique topics like tattoo mislabeling, satirical presidential candidates, and the unconventional world of goat deodorant.

Mar 26, 2024 • 47min
Why are soccer kits so woke?
Comedians Ria Lina and Nato Green join Andy Zaltzman to discuss controversial topics like hot cross buns, woke football kits, and Trump's ramblings. They also explore human impact on the environment, culinary controversies, and destructive behaviors with a touch of humor and satire.

Mar 19, 2024 • 42min
Democracy swings (and misses) into action
The podcast covers democracy in action in India and Russia, Royal news controversies, the annoyance of leaf blowers, political donations, forgiveness, a royal image scandal, and crypto troubles with scented perfume.

Mar 12, 2024 • 40min
A Barbiturate Girl In a Barbaric World
Topics include Super Tuesday, Theresa May's leadership challenges, Quantum Computing, bees evolving complex cultures, and post-Brexit pesticide controversy, all infused with a touch of dark humor and satire.

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Mar 5, 2024 • 48min
A World of Pure AImagination
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.

Feb 27, 2024 • 46min
Fighting Ceasefire With Ceasefire
Politicians bickering over peace, Russian mysteries, Trump's sneaky moves, astronaut jokes. Sad owl tribute. Plus, exclusive episode on 12 inch vinyl!

Feb 20, 2024 • 24min
Australia - Ireland - USA - Classic Live Bugles
Andy introduces some fine moments from live Bugles past - from the debuts of Alice Fraser, Tom Ballard and Josh Gondelman, to David O'Doherty's brilliant Irish history guide.Get tickets to the forthcoming live show: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/liveSend thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.This episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanAlice FraserTom BallardDavid O'DohertyJosh GondelmanAnd produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14, 2024 • 48min
AI is taking over the world!
Andy Zaltzman (South London) is joined by Hari Kondabolu in Brooklyn, New York and Neil Delamere in Dublin, Ireland.- Imran Khan claims election win with AI victory speech- Volcano scrolls deciphered by AI- Exclusive extracts of Julius Caesar's diary- Trump v Biden: two elderly men arguing publicly about who's going to end the world- Tucker Carlson's softball Vladimir Putin interview- plus post-Super Bowl analysis Send thoughts and questions for Andy at hellobuglers@thebuglepodcast.com. Click follow to make sure you get every episode and please drop us a nice review or rating wherever you choose.PLUS: Become the owner of an exclusive episode of The Bugle, on 12 inch vinyl! It's your last chance to get your name on the artwork. Become a premium member NOW! https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateThis episode was presented and written by:Andy ZaltzmanHari KondaboluNeil DelamereAnd produced by Ped Hunter and Chris Skinner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 7, 2024 • 47min
UPDATE: America is still f---ing mad
Nish Kumar and Chris Addison join Andy in his shed for a hilarious and insightful episode. They discuss Trump vs Swift, Super Bowl conspiracy theories, Biden calling Netanyahu a 'bad f---ing guy', Tucker Carlson meeting Putin, Rishi Sunak's Rwanda policy bet with Piers Morgan, and Liz Truss launching PopCon.

Jan 30, 2024 • 50min
50 Minutes of Bias
The podcast discusses various interesting topics such as the Tory culture wars, the construction of a controversial religious building in India, embracing aging as draft dodging, and the character of Lord Ram from Indian mythology. They also touch on freezing weather, recent cricket matches, and upcoming Bugle live shows and events.
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