The Gargle
The Bugle
From the makers of The Bugle, this is a weekly show that skips the news pages and takes a sideways glance at the nonsense contained within the culture, celebrity, tech, science and advice sections of the news.Alice Fraser is joined every show by two great comics from across the globe, bringing 30 minutes of smart satire alongside juvenile nonsense! We are part of the Team Bugle subscriber channel. Sign up and get Ask Andy - our exclusive, extra monthly show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 7, 2022 • 32min
Farts | Laughter | Potatoes
Anuvab Pal and James Colley join host Alice Fraser for episode 43 of The Gargle, the weekly topical comedy podcast from The Bugle - with no politics!💨 Farts in a jar😂 Laughter the best medicine🚒 French burn fewer cars🥔 Tates on a plane🎼 Crypto the new music? 🐿 Squirrel rampageProduced by Ped Hunter and Chris Skinner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 31, 2021 • 31min
Netlicks | Evil | UFO
James Nokise and Sami Shah join host Alice Fraser for episode 42 of The Gargle - the weekly topical comedy podcast from The Bugle - with no politics! 👅 Netlicks: the TV you can taste👹 The D Factor: how evil are you?🛰 Elon Musk space junk 👁 Reviews🎬 The Matrix Resurrections 👽 UFOs unidentifiedThis episode was produced by Ped Hunter and Chris Skinner. Subscribe to our Ashes Urncast now: http://pod.link/Urncast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 17, 2021 • 31min
Otters | Michelin | Vampires
Tiff Stevenson and John-Luke Roberts join host Alice Fraser for episode 41 of The Gargle - the weekly topical comedy podcast with (usually) no politics!🦦 Otter attack🦝 Racoon put in a headlock👨🏻🍳 Brutal restaurant review🧛🏻♀️ Anne Rice obit✈️ Europe's friendliest countries👤 Person of the yearThis episode was produced by Ped Hunter and Chris Skinner. Subscribe to our Ashes Urncast now: http://pod.link/Urncast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 10, 2021 • 31min
Sheen | Viagra | Techno
Fin Taylor and Tom Neenan join host Alice Fraser for episode 40 of The Gargle - the weekly topical comedy podcast with no politics!🎭 Not-for-profit Sheen🍆 Viagra for dementia📚 Mispranournced words 🎶 Spotify AI defence tech🎚 Berlin DJs Unesco status🤑 BTS crypto disputeThis episode was produced by Ped Hunter and Chris Skinner. Subscribe to our Ashes Urncast now: http://pod.link/Urncast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 3, 2021 • 43min
Space Diapers | Musk Bust | Goxx Gone
Tiff Stevenson and Alison Spittle join host Alice Fraser as she makes her glorious return to The Gargle - the world's leading topical comedy podcast with no politics. 👨🏻🚀 Space diapers〽️ Onstage peeing👤 Elon Musk bust🖼 NFT heist🐹 RIP Mr Goxx🍿 Reviews💦 Salmon sperm eco-cupThis episode was produced by Ped Hunter and Chris Skinner. Subscribe to our Ashes Urncast now: http://pod.link/Urncast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 26, 2021 • 2min
Introducing The Bugle Ashes Urncast
Alice is back next week, and in the mean time please take the time to follow our new show with Andy and Felicity Ward: The Bugle Ashes Urncast: http://pod.link/Urncast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 19, 2021 • 28min
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ REVIEWS SPECIAL
This week's special episode of The Gargle rounds up the very best of the reviews that our guest editors have brought in to the show. 🥴 A classic hangover☀️ The sun🥜 Pistachio nuts👨🏻 Having a moustache🦆 Cupping a duckling🐦 Pigeons⭐ Reviews💰 Coins in the bra📱 Texts from parents👨👩👧👦 Old relatives🔋 Eating batteriesThis episode was produced by Ped Hunter and Chris Skinner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 12, 2021 • 36min
Family show!
In this lively discussion, comedian Andy Zaltzman, known for his sharp take on current events, and storyteller James Nokise, celebrated for his cultural insights, explore the comedic side of family dynamics. They dive into our ancient sexual history with a hilarious twist, ponder the absurdities of parent-child relationships, and critique the Catholic Church's evolving views on love and marriage. From lockdown survival tips to whimsical vegetable dreams, their blend of humor and storytelling keeps the conversation engaging and relatable.
Nov 5, 2021 • 34min
Science Special
Head comedy writers and science experts James Colley and Tom Neenan join host Alice Fraser for a special Science collector's edition of The Gargle. 🔬 What is science? 🤖 Science of the future🧪 Science fails🧐 How to do your own research🌝 Favourite conspiracy theoriesJoin us next week when we'll have a special Family episode of The Gargle, featuring Andy Zaltzman and James Nokise.This episode was produced by Ped Hunter and Chris Skinner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 28, 2021 • 29min
The Scariest Gargle Ever
John-Luke Roberts and Helen Zaltzman join host Alice Fraser for a special spooky episode of The Gargle. 👻 Spooky stories from history🎃 Halloween tips👃 Smelly ghost news🎅🏻 Creepy Santa news🧟♂️ Absolutely true Halloween factsCome back next week for our Science collector's edition episode with James Colley and Tom Neenan.This episode was produced by Ped Hunter and Chris Skinner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
