

What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel
WTF Productions
From Donald Trump's tariffs to Elon Musk's Teslas; from the rise of Reform to 'Woke Marxist Popes' and the axing of Winter Fuel Payments, award winning comedian Mark Steel and some very special guests attempt to answer the most taxing intellectual question of our time... What The F*** Is Going On?! Get video versions and instant access to the full interviews on Patreon.
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Jul 26, 2025 • 52min
Ep 162 with Matthew Norman (Part 1)
Mark is joined by columnist and political satirist Matthew Norman as they discuss US politics, how Trump got into power, writing for the Guardian Diary, Communism - and the modern education system.
You can hear the second part of the interview in next week's episode – but if you can't wait, why not join us on Patreon? For £4 a month you can listen to the whole interview straight away – and you'll also be able to watch it! https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod
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Jul 19, 2025 • 54min
Ep 161 with Michael Rosen (Part 2)
This week Mark continues his conversation with Michael Rosen. If you haven't heard the first part then do go back and listen now but for the rest of you here is the second half of the interview.
Want to get access to the full video interview before anyone else? why not join us on Patreon? For £4 a month you can listen to the whole interview straight away – and you'll also be able to watch it! https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod
For media, press & guest enquiries please email mikey@carouselstudios.co.uk
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Jul 12, 2025 • 57min
Ep 161 with Michael Rosen (Part 1)
Mark is joined by children’s Author Michael Rosen as they discuss Jewish history, Language as a philosophy, underestimating dictators, Writing for children - and Yiddish swear words.
You can hear the second part of the interview in next week's episode – but if you can't wait, why not join us on Patreon? For £4 a month you can listen to the whole interview straight away – and you'll also be able to watch it! https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod
For media, press & guest enquiries please email mikey@carouselstudios.co.uk
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Jul 5, 2025 • 57min
Ep 160 with Alexei Sayle (Part 2)
This week Mark continues his conversation with Alexei Sayle. If you haven't heard the first part then do go back and listen now but for the rest of you here is the second half of the interview.
I you enjoyed this episode then be sure to check out Alexei’s podcast and patreon page here:
www.audioboom.com/channels/5038428-the-alexei-sayle-podcast
www.patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcast
Want to get access to the full video interview before anyone else? why not join us on Patreon? For £4 a month you can listen to the whole interview straight away – and you'll also be able to watch it! https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod
For media, press & guest enquiries please email mikey@carouselstudios.co.uk
Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod
Follow Mark Steel @mrmarksteel
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Jun 28, 2025 • 57min
Ep 160 with Alexei Sayle (Part 1)
Mark is joined by legendary comedian Alexei Sayle as they discuss the world of comedy in the 80s, Working class comedians, The problem with Labour - and what we can do to sort it all out.
You can hear the second part of the interview in next week's episode – but if you can't wait, why not join us on Patreon? For £4 a month you can listen to the whole interview straight away – and you'll also be able to watch it! https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod
I you enjoyed this episode then be sure to check out Alexei’s podcast and patreon page here:
www.audioboom.com/channels/5038428-the-alexei-sayle-podcast
www.patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcast
For media, press & guest enquiries please email mikey@carouselstudios.co.uk
Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod
Follow Mark Steel @mrmarksteel
Follow Alexei’s Podcast @alexeisaylepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 21, 2025 • 55min
Ep 159 with Jeff Innocent (Part 2)
This week Mark continues his conversation with Jeff innocent. If you haven't heard the first part then do go back and listen now but for the rest of you here is the second half of the interview.
Want to get access to the full video interview before anyone else? why not join us on Patreon? For £4 a month you can listen to the whole interview straight away – and you'll also be able to watch it! https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod
For media, press & guest enquiries please email mikey@carouselstudios.co.uk
Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod
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Jun 14, 2025 • 51min
Ep 159 with Jeff innocent (Part 1)
Mark is joined by comedian Jeff Innocent for an insightful and deep chat, Mark and Jeff discuss the role of Instagram and social media in comedy, finding a defence to woke that isn’t “mad”, how to be inclusive through comedy – and the funny differences between upper and working class people.
You can hear the second part of the interview in next week's episode – but if you can't wait, why not join us on Patreon? For £4 a month you can listen to the whole interview straight away – and you'll also be able to watch it! https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod
For media, press & guest enquiries please email mikey@carouselstudios.co.uk
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Jun 7, 2025 • 48min
Ep 158 with Caitlin Moran (Part 2)
This week Mark continues his conversation with Caitlin Moran in this very interesting discussion that covers a wide range of topics.
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May 31, 2025 • 52min
Ep 158 with Caitlin Moran (Part 1)
Mark is joined by journalist, broadcaster & author Caitlin Moran In a full-length, incredibly interesting interview, Mark and Caitlin discuss feminism, the differences between men and women when it comes to health, life growing up within the working class – and secret Midlanders.
You can hear the second part of the interview in next week's episode – but if you can't wait, why not join us on Patreon? For £4 a month you can listen to the whole interview straight away – and you'll also be able to watch it! https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod
For media, press & guest enquiries please email mikey@carouselstudios.co.uk
Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod
Follow Mark Steel @mrmarksteel
Follow Caitlin Moran @mscaitlinmoran
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May 24, 2025 • 57min
Ep 157 with John Mcdonnell MP (Part 2)
This week Mark continues his conversation with John McDonnell, ex-Shadow Chancellor and Jeremy Corbyn ally. If you haven't heard the first part then do go back and listen now but for the rest of you here is the rest of the interview.
Want to get access to the full video interview before anyone else? why not join us on Patreon? For £4 a month you can listen to the whole interview straight away – and you'll also be able to watch it! https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod
For media, press & guest enquiries please email mikey@carouselstudios.co.uk
Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod
Follow Mark Steel @mrmarksteel
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