
Paper Cuts
Have you SEEN the state of the papers today? PAPER CUTS has. In our thrice weekly podcast, some of Britain’s sharpest commentators and funniest comedians come together to look at the madness, the strangeness, the obsessions, and – occasionally – the brilliance of our national press.Host Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalists and comedians like Jonn Elledge, Grainne Maguire, Jacob Jarvis, Ava Santina, Jacob Hawley, Marcus Brigstocke, Coco Khan and many more.Illustrations by Modern Toss: https://moderntoss.com
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Jul 15, 2024 • 38min
Pain in Spain: England fail to bring it home – Did God save Trump? – Inside the bonkers billionaire wedding of the year
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: They think it’s olé over! The front pages mark England’s defeat in the Euro final. Divine intervention. Trump thanks God that he survived his assassination attempt in The Times. Plus – Bridezillionaire? The Sun shares details of the most spenny wedding of the year. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Rebecca Reid and stand-up comic Jacob Hawley.Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here.Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.comFollow Paper Cuts:• Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow• Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshowIllustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Jade Bailey. Production: Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Socials: Kieron Leslie. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production.Podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 12, 2024 • 31min
Jailhouse shock! Prisons are full – Who killed the Great British House Party? – Would you go on a pigeon safari?
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Half Time! Labour could shorten prison sentences to deal with capacity issues and The Telegraph is apoplectic. Fight for your right to party. Why can nobody throw a proper messy house party any more, ask an anxious Times. Plus – Birds of a feather. A journo goes on a ‘pigeon safari’ for the i and discovers some disturbing facts about the rats of the sky. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Zing Tsjeng and stand up comic Harry Stachini.Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here.Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.comFollow Paper Cuts:• Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow• Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshowIllustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Robin Leeburn. Production: Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Socials: Kieron Leslie. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production.Podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 11, 2024 • 33min
Is it coming home? England make the Euros final – Badenoch vs Braverman heats up – Clooney calls for Biden to quit
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Wat a coincidence! Southgate’s boys made it to the final and every tabloid has the same headline. Handbags at dawn. It’s Suella “Cruella” Braverman vs Kemi “The Krusher” Badenoch as the Tory leadership race gets nasty. Plus – Clooney Bin. Former Batman tells President Biden to stand down in New York Times op ed.Alex Von Tunzelmann is joined by Oh God What Now? fan fave Andrew Harrison and comedy writer Jason Hazeley.Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here.Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.comFollow Paper Cuts:• Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow• Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshowIllustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com Written and presented by Alex Von Tunzellman. Audio production: Simon Williams. Production: Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Socials: Kieron Leslie. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production.Podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 10, 2024 • 33min
Sleepy Joe wakes up for NATO – Is Starmer a sex symbol? – Inside the 5am wake up cult
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Average Joe. Biden made a gaffeless speech at NATO but critics are still calling for him to step down. Sleeping with the enemy. The Spectator is lusting over Keir Starmer’s ‘rugby face’. Plus – Darkest before the dawn. A Guardian journo tries to wake up at 5am every day, fails miserably. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Sam Wolfson and stand-up comedian Daniel Foxx.Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here.Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.comFollow Paper Cuts:• Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow• Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshowIllustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Simon Williams. Production: Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Socials: Kieron Leslie. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production.Podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 9, 2024 • 37min
Reform’s “fake” candidates – Is your neighbour growing weed? – Bit of a Trifle! Is the 1960s diet for you?
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Who are ya? The Guardian investigates the elusive Reform UK candidates. Gone to pot. The Mail thinks weed farms are taking over the suburbs. Plus – I don't want ANY spam! The Telegraph sends a journo back in time to eat like a 60s housewife. Alex Von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist Rebecca Reid and stand up comedian Alex Kealy.Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here.Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.comFollow Paper Cuts:• Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow• Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshowIllustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com Written and presented by Alex Von Tunzelmann. Audio production: Jade Bailey. Production: Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Socials: Kieron Leslie. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production.Podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 8, 2024 • 38min
Keir chooses his team – May divorce be with you? The Mail thinks so – Brits on the p*ss: a Times holiday guide
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Cabinet of Curiosities. Starmer has appointed his new cabinet and The Telegraph has some opinions. Stuck in the midlife with you. The Daily Mail has figured out why so many women are leaving their husbands. Plus – Una Cerveza, Por Favor. Going on holiday? The Times has a list of dos and don’ts for Brits on their jollies. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Rob Hutton and comedian Gráinne Maguire. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com Follow Paper Cuts: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow • Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshow Illustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Jade Bailey. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Socials: Kieron Leslie. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production. Podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 5, 2024 • 34min
Election special: Bye bye Tories!
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Keir we go! The front pages react to the Labour landslide. Electoral Reform. Farage’s party exceeded expectations and rained on our parade. Plus – Dress for success. We examine the sartorial choices of candidates, pundits and even ye olde mayors. Our intrepid hostess with the mostess Miranda Sawyer is joined by sleep deprived journalist Jonn Elledge and slightly tipsy comic Jason Hazeley for a very special episode of Paper Cuts recorded at 4am on election night. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here: https://dice.fm/partner/artist/event/pyonwk-paper-cuts-live-from-cheerful-earful-podcast-festival-12th-oct-the-clapham-grand-london-ticketsSponsors:The Pension Confident Podcast from Pension Bee, aims to improve listeners’ understanding of personal finance - whether that’s helping you to navigate the cost of living crisis, exploring the impact of your relationship status on your finances or discussing how to teach kids about money. Listen to the latest episode here.Anything discussed on The Pension Confident Podcast should not be regarded as financial advice and when investing, your capital is at risk.Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.comFollow Paper Cuts:• Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow• Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshowIllustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Robin Leeburn. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Socials: Kieron Leslie. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production.Podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 4, 2024 • 33min
Times up for Tories? Polls open – Tinfoil tents! Inside Glasto for conspiracy theorists – Could you live in Britain’s smelliest village?
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Pick your player. It’s election day (don’t forget your ID) and the papers are picking teams. Even The Sun! It’s all gone a bit Pete Tong. The Times attends a conspiracy theory festival – at least that's what they want you to think. Plus – Smells fishy. The Telegraph investigates the most pungent village in Britain. Alex Von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist Holly Thomas and stand up comedian Stuart McPherson.Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here: https://dice.fm/partner/artist/event/pyonwk-paper-cuts-live-from-cheerful-earful-podcast-festival-12th-oct-the-clapham-grand-london-ticketsWe are streaming LIVE on election night! Come and join your favourite panellists from Oh God, What Now?, The Bunker and Paper Cuts on YouTube from 10pm on Thursday 4th July as we react to the results live - you won't want to miss it. Visit https://www.youtube.com/@ohgodwhatnow and subscribe now.Sponsors:The Pension Confident Podcast from Pension Bee, aims to improve listeners’ understanding of personal finance - whether that’s helping you to navigate the cost of living crisis, exploring the impact of your relationship status on your finances or discussing how to teach kids about money. Listen to the latest episode here. https://link.chtbl.com/WO4PvmG7Anything discussed on The Pension Confident Podcast should not be regarded as financial advice and when investing, your capital is at risk.Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.comFollow Paper Cuts:• Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow• Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshowIllustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com Written and presented by Alex Von Tunzelmann. Audio production: Robin Leeburn. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Socials: Kieron Leslie. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production.Podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 3, 2024 • 38min
Can Boris Johnson save the Tories? – Hit the spot! Sex tips from lesbians – Foot for thought: Lily Allen’s million pound toes
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: What a Johnson. Disgraced ex PM Boris Johnson is back and Fleet Street is thrilled. I kissed a girl. Kate Lister is back with some sapphic advice for straight men in The i. Plus – Hot to Trot. The Guardian dips its toes into the world of foot fetishes. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Natasha Devon and comic Gráinne Maguire. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here. We are streaming LIVE on election night! Come and join your favourite panellists from Oh God, What Now?, The Bunker and Paper Cuts on YouTube from 10pm on Thursday 4th July as we react to the results live - you won't want to miss it. Visit https://www.youtube.com/@ohgodwhatnow and subscribe now. Sponsors: The Pension Confident Podcast from Pension Bee, aims to improve listeners’ understanding of personal finance - whether that’s helping you to navigate the cost of living crisis, exploring the impact of your relationship status on your finances or discussing how to teach kids about money. Listen to the latest episode here. Anything discussed on The Pension Confident Podcast should not be regarded as financial advice and when investing, your capital is at risk. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com Follow Paper Cuts: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow • Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshow Illustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Jade Bailey. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Socials: Kieron Leslie. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production. Podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 2, 2024 • 33min
King Trump? Supreme Court’s bizarre ruling – What a load of ballots: Royal Mail screws up election – Guardian’s crazy cash challenge
We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Immune disorder. The FT explains the Supreme Court ruling that former presidents are partially immune from criminal prosecution. Royal Fail. The Mail blames the Royal Mail for missing postal ballots. Plus – Rainy day fund. The Guardian tries to save money – and fails miserably. Alex Von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist Rob Hutton and stand up comedian Amy Mason.Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here. We are streaming LIVE on election night! Come and join your favourite panellists from Oh God, What Now?, The Bunker and Paper Cuts on YouTube from 10pm on Thursday 4th July as we react to the results live - you won't want to miss it. Visit https://www.youtube.com/@ohgodwhatnow and subscribe now.Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.comSponsors:The Pension Confident Podcast from Pension Bee, aims to improve listeners’ understanding of personal finance - whether that’s helping you to navigate the cost of living crisis, exploring the impact of your relationship status on your finances or discussing how to teach kids about money. Listen to the latest episode here.Anything discussed on The Pension Confident Podcast should not be regarded as financial advice and when investing, your capital is at risk.Follow Paper Cuts:• Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/papercutsshow• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@papercutsshow• Threads: https://www.threads.net/@papercutsshowIllustrations by Modern Toss https://moderntoss.com Written and presented by Alex Von Tunzelmann. Audio production: Simon Williams. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Socials: Kieron Leslie. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production.Podmasters.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices