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Culture is the subject of this week's special episode of The Gargle.Kai Samra and Huge Davies join host Alice Fraser to get into the latest in culture news, featuring:🛳 TikTok cruise🤳 TikTok layoffs🥤 Stanley Cups📱 Instagram nudges📚 Cultural predictionsRemember to click Follow The Gargle in your podcast app to make sure you get every episode.If you enjoy the show leave a review, tell your friends, and share us on social media.To watch video versions of this and all other Bugle podcasts, head to the Bugle YouTube channel and hit subscribe.Would you like to help support The Gargle and other Bugle podcasts? I certainly would!You canMake a one-off donationJoin Team Bugle to get ad-free podcastsOr become a Super Bugler to also get exclusive podcasts and a limited edition episode of The Bugle on orange 12" vinyl. YES PLEASE!This week's stories:Story 1: https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2024/jan/20/tiktok-nine-month-cruise-what-is-it-and-and-why-cant-i-stop-watchingStory 2: https://www.wired.com/story/the-stark-realities-of-posting-your-layoff-on-tiktok/Story 3: https://www.nbcnews.com/business/stanley-cup-hype-rcna132372Story 4: https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/instagram-launches-sleep-notifications-teens-rcna134468This episode was presented and written by Alice Fraser, Kai Samra and Huge DaviesAnd produced by Ped Hunter, with executive production from Chris Skinner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Science is the next theme in your mini-series of special episodes of The Gargle.James Colley and Tom Neenan join host Alice Fraser to get into the latest in science news, featuring:🦞 Self-cloning crayfish😧 Don't look back🔬 Fake papers🌏 Lost 'Atlantis'📝 Life hacksRemember to click Follow The Gargle in your podcast app to make sure you get every episode.If you enjoy the show leave a review, tell your friends, and share us on social media.To watch video versions of this and all other Bugle podcasts, head to the Bugle YouTube channel and hit subscribe.Would you like to help support The Gargle and other Bugle podcasts? I certainly would!You canMake a one-off donationJoin Team Bugle to get ad-free podcastsOr become a Super Bugler to also get exclusive podcasts and a limited edition episode of The Bugle on orange 12" vinyl. YES PLEASE!This week's stories:Story 1: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/invasive-marbled-crayfish-burlington-ontario-1.7081893?s=08Story 2: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/01/240118150638.htmStory 3: https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-024-00159-9Story 4: https://www.livescience.com/planet-earth/lost-atlantis-continent-off-australia-may-have-been-home-for-half-a-million-humans-70000-years-agoThis episode was presented and written by Alice Fraser, James Colley and Tom NeenanAnd produced by Ped Hunter, with executive production from Chris Skinner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We present to you the first of our mini-series of themed specials of The Gargle!Josh Gondelman and Tiff Stevenson join host Alice Fraser to get into the latest in relationships news, featuring:💕 Relationship sabbaticals 🏋🏻‍♀️ Relationship workout🍭 Sugar relationships🇯🇵 Non-dating adultsRemember to click Follow in your podcast app to make sure you get every episode.If you enjoy the show leave a review, tell your friends, and share us on social media.To watch video versions of this and all other Bugle podcasts, head to the Bugle YouTube channel and hit subscribe.Would you like to help support The Gargle and other Bugle podcasts? I certainly would!You canMake a one-off donationJoin Team Bugle to get ad-free podcastsOr become a Super Bugler to also get exclusive podcasts and a limited edition episode of The Bugle on orange 12" vinyl. YES PLEASE!This week's stories:Story 1: https://english.elpais.com/lifestyle/2024-01-06/taking-a-break-from-love-to-miss-each-other-do-relationship-sabbaticals-work.htmlStory 2: https://amp.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/jan/04/workout-for-your-relationships-new-york-peoplehoodStory 3: https://www.forbes.com/sites/traversmark/2024/01/06/a-psychologist-gives-3-reasons-why-people-enter-sugar-relationships/amp/Story 4: https://japantoday.com/category/national/one-third-of-japan's-unmarried-adults-under-50-have-never-datedThis episode was presented and written by Alice Fraser, Josh Gondelman and Tiff StevensonAnd produced by Ped Hunter, with executive production from Chris Skinner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guest editors Laura Davis and James Nokise join host Alice Fraser for episode 147 of The Gargle - the sonic glossy magazine to The Bugle, with one rule: no politics! Stanley Cup lead AI George Carlin Sexualised BookTokers AI Taylor Swift Disappointments Story 1: https://edition.cnn.com/2024/01/26/health/stanley-cups-lead-wellness/index.htmlStory 2: https://arstechnica.com/ai/2024/01/george-carlins-heirs-sue-comedy-podcast-over-ai-generated-impression/Story 3: https://news.yahoo.com/disrespectful-and-demeaning-influencers-say-they-were-offered-payment-to-create-sexually-suggestive-videos-to-promote-a-book-221536302.htmlStory 4: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2024/01/29/taylor-swift-ai-pictures/HOW TO SUPPORT THE GARGLE- Keep The Gargle alive and well by joining Team Bugle with a one-off payment, or become a Team Bugler or Super Bugler to receive extra bonus treats!https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guest editors Tom Neenan and Alison Spittle join host Alice Fraser for episode 146 of The Gargle - the sonic glossy magazine to The Bugle, with one rule: no politics! Pothole revival AI girlfriend bots TikTok tarot Creator unions ReviewsStory 1: https://k1047.com/2024/01/16/man-comes-back-to-life-after-ambulance-hits-pothole/Story 2: https://qz.com/ai-girlfriend-bots-are-already-flooding-openai-s-gpt-st-1851159131Story 3: https://www.dazeddigital.com/life-culture/article/61767/1/could-tiktok-tarot-fix-your-broken-heart-readings-card-claim-psychic-algorithimStory 4: https://techcrunch.com/2024/01/13/the-creator-economy-is-ready-for-a-workers-movementHOW TO SUPPORT THE GARGLE- Keep The Gargle alive and well by joining Team Bugle with a one-off payment, or become a Team Bugler or Super Bugler to receive extra bonus treats!https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guest editors Dan Ilic and André De Freitas join host Alice Fraser for episode 145 of The Gargle - the sonic glossy magazine to The Bugle, with one rule: no politics! AI uni studentsHarmful content AI product names CPR dummy ReviewsStory 1: https://futurism.com/the-byte/university-enrolling-ai-powered-studentsStory 2: https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/9/24030571/meta-facebook-instagram-child-safety-dsa-online-safety-actStory 3: https://futurism.com/amazon-products-ai-generatedStory 4: https://www.engadget.com/the-cpr-dummy-of-the-future-can-piss-blood-165533305.html?guccounter=1HOW TO SUPPORT THE GARGLE- Keep The Gargle alive and well by joining Team Bugle with a one-off payment, or become a Team Bugler or Super Bugler to receive extra bonus treats!https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guest editors Pierre Novellie and Kai Samra join host Alice Fraser for episode 144 of The Gargle - the sonic glossy magazine to The Bugle, with one rule: no politics! Google landlords Spy cam AI copyright Social media ads ReviewsStory 1: https://www.businessinsider.com/company-towns-facebook-google-tesla-elon-musk-housing-real-estate-2023-12Story 2: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67652317Story 3: https://www.theguardian.com/media/2023/dec/27/new-york-times-openai-microsoft-lawsuitStory 4: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/facebook-instagram-tiktok-snapchat-children-advertising-2022-harvard-study/HOW TO SUPPORT THE GARGLE- Keep The Gargle alive and well by joining Team Bugle with a one-off payment, or become a Team Bugler or Super Bugler to receive extra bonus treats!https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guest editors James Colley and Alison Spittle join host Alice Fraser for episode 143 of The Gargle - the sonic glossy magazine to The Bugle, with one rule: no politics! Skimpflation  Robot mauling Queen abdication Self improvement ReviewsStory 1: https://globalnews.ca/news/10158591/inflation-skimpflation-grocery-store/Story 2: https://nypost.com/2023/12/26/business/tesla-factory-worker-attacked-by-robot-which-dug-claws-into-back-arm/Story 3: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2024/01/01/queen-margrethe-ii-abdicated-to-save-sons-marriage-after-af/Story 4: https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20231229-how-to-improve-your-life-in-2024-according-to-scienceHOW TO SUPPORT THE GARGLE- Keep The Gargle alive and well by joining Team Bugle with a one-off payment, or become a Team Bugler or Super Bugler to receive extra bonus treats!https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/donateCONTENTS00:00 Start01:36 Front cover03:49 Satirical cartoon04:43 Story 1: 'Skimpflation' hits grocery stores amid rising inflationary pressures10:07 Ads13:37 Story 2: Tesla factory worker attacked by robot18:41 Reviews21:32 Story 3: Queen of Denmark abdicates26:35 Story 4: How to improve your life in 2024 according to science31:23 Bye / Anything to plug? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Athena Kugblenu, a witty guest editor, and Tiff Stevenson, a comedic storyteller, join the conversation to tackle some surreal topics. They discuss the discovery of dolphins with thumb-like features, exploring both their playful and predatory nature. The duo delves into the Goodreads controversy involving fake reviews that sparked outrage in the literary world. Finally, they touch on the recent eruption of an Icelandic volcano, combining humor and societal observations about how we view disasters. It's an entertaining mix of science, scandal, and laughter!

Tom Neenan, a recurring friend of the podcast known for his wit, and Charlie George, a guest editor passionate about innovation, join Alice Fraser for a lively discussion. They explore amusing VR goggles designed for mice, raising ethical questions in lighthearted ways. A satirical look at a $500 million AI-run ship sparks laughter as they delve into the peculiarities of tech-savvy nation-building. The chat wraps up with creative Christmas gift ideas, from quirky traditions to personalized presents, ensuring humor stays at the heart of holiday cheer.