

The Bugle
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.
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May 5, 2024 • 40min
Sunak Without A Trace
Co-hosts Alice Fraser and Alastair Barrie join Andy to discuss America's political climate, British elections, Scotland's political scene, and the future of AI. They also touch on historical events like the founding of New York and the Eiffel Tower discovery, proposing humorous solutions for global peace and exploring political controversies and election outcomes. The podcast ends with a lighthearted discussion on AI in podcasting and human communication, promoting various projects and introducing Richie Firth's new travel podcast.

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Apr 27, 2024 • 47min
News from Space: It's Boring
Comedians Andy Zaltzman, Anuvab Pal, and Ian Smith discuss the apocalypse with topics like horse rampages, dying chocolate, cicadas, and messages from space. They humorously blend absurdities with real-world scenarios, creating an entertaining rollercoaster of witty commentary.

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Apr 21, 2024 • 48min
Trump on Trial!
Comedians Hari Kondabolu and Ahir Shah join for hilarious discussions on Trump's trial, India's elections, and Chechen dance moves. The hosts mix humor with insightful commentary on political strategy, historical satire, and upcoming comedy shows.

Apr 14, 2024 • 49min
Razing Arizona
Comedian Nish Kumar joins in to discuss Arizona's antics including a naughty sun, espionage, and erroneous podcast debuts. From eclipse hilarity to abortion laws, the podcast offers a blend of satire and insightful reflections, culminating in upcoming comedy shows and engaging banter.

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Apr 8, 2024 • 38min
Up Sh*t Creek, aka The Thames
Author D'Ancey Laguarde discusses UK waterways, Boat Race entrants; Lego police attack; quirky historical figures; British traditions satire; raw sewage spills analysis; Lego in America; and romantic adventures in fairyland.

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.


