What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel

Mark is joined by broadcaster Dan Norcross of Test Match Special fame, along with Elliot Steel, as he tries to make sense of people who are obsessed with the Royals, overrated classic films – and the so-called war on motorists. Plus, our very own George Galloway MP shares his thoughts on Beyonce's new country album – and there's deceased Yorkshire cricketer Fred Trueman on the rumours of another Tory Party leadership contest. Get ad-free extended episodes, early access and exclusive content on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod Follow Dan Norcross @norcrosscricket and his podcast @zeroduckspod Follow Elliot Steel @elliotsteelcom and his podcast @BtecPhilosoph Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark is joined by author and comedy writer John O'Farrell, along with Elliot Steel, as he tries to make sense of Diane Abbott and the Tory donor, Lee Anderson blaming everything on the Wokerati – and what Bob Geldof said about John's Live Aid musical. Plus, our very own George Galloway MP shares his thoughts on the Oscars – and Lieutenant Colonel Sir Ambrose Chislehurst-Adobe gives his inside take on the Kate Middleton photoshopping scandal. Get ad-free extended episodes, early access and exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod Follow John O'Farrell @mrjohnofarrell and his podcast @wearehistorypod Follow Elliot Steel @elliotsteelcom and his podcast @BtecPhilosoph Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark is joined by comedian Justin Moorhouse, along with Elliot Steel, as he tries to make sense of Jeremy Hunt's budget; the waterfall that could bring peace to Gaza – and whether boxer Ryan Garcia was kidnapped by the illuminati and forced to watch a Satanic ritual! Plus, our very own George Galloway MP shares an exclusive extract from his first day back in Parliament – and a woman who Mark overheard in a cafe gives her views on the Budget... Get ad-free extended episodes, early access and exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod Follow Justin Moorhouse @justinmoorhouse Follow Elliot Steel @elliotsteelcom and his podcast @BtecPhilosoph Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark is joined by Journalist and Author Susie Boniface, along with Elliot Steel, as he tries to make sense of the UK nuclear test veterans' campaign for justice and the disastrous "Willy Wonka Experience" in Glasgow George Galloway is in full flow at a debate in St George’s Church, Liz Truss teaches us how to boil an egg properly and again we’re delighted to have an extract from the post-Brexit diaries of Britain’s most patriotic man, Nigel BoulevardIf you want to get extended interviews, ad free episodes, extra sketches and an opportunity to ask Mark what the f*** is going on?? then sign up to our patreon for as little as £2 a month https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod Follow Susie on twitter/x @fleetstreetfoxAND To get involved with the Susie's Jaffa Cake challenge all information can be found here: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/jaffa-cake-challenge Follow Elliot Steel @elliotsteelcom and his podcast @BtecPhilosoph Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark is joined by comedian, actor & presenter Nick Hancock  , along with Elliot Steel, as he tries to make sense of pissing during the cricket, Tucker Carlson's interview with Putin & audience chatter at gigs.There's the return of Mike concrete speaking to Astronaut Tim Hill and Mark hears a woman on a phone in complaining about immigration.If you want to get extended interviews, ad free episodes, extra sketches and an opportunity to ask Mark what the f*** is going on?? then sign up to our patreon for as little as £2 a month https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod Follow Nick Hancock on twitter/x @NickhancockAND make sure to check out Nick’s podcast “The Famous Sloping Pitch podcast” link here: https://podfollow.com/1581433476/view Follow Elliot Steel @elliotsteelcom and his podcast @BtecPhilosoph Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A special bonus extended conversation with last week's guest Caroline Quentin.It seemed a shame to not the share the entirety of this fantastic interview so please enjoy this special episode. Get ad-free extended episodes, early access and exclusive content on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark is joined by author and actress Caroline Quentin , along with Elliot Steel, as he tries to make sense of Horticulture, British Gas and memory loss.Plus there's the return of Martin Sunak with his money saving tips and Mark overhears a woman in a cafe talking about the closing of The Body Shop.Get ad-free extended episodes, early access and exclusive content on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod Follow Caroline @QuentyquestionsBuy her book "Drawn to the garden" right here on amazon now!! https://www.amazon.co.uk/Drawn-Garden-Caroline-Quentin/dp/0711290555/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1708105439&refinements=p_27%3ACaroline+Quentin&s=books&sr=1-1 Follow Elliot Steel @elliotsteelcom and his podcast @BtecPhilosoph Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark is joined by comedian Mick Ferry, along with Elliot Steel, as he tries to make sense of King Charles's cancer, Rishi Sunak's bet with Piers Morgan – and why Coronation Street was full of radical lefties in the 1970s! Plus, the return of broadcasting legend Mike Concrete – and (pass the PopCon...) it's The Liz Truss Guide To Valentine's Day! Get ad-free extended episodes, early access and exclusive content on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod Follow Mick Ferry @MickFerry Follow Elliot Steel @elliotsteelcom and his podcast @BtecPhilosoph Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark is back! He's joined by comedian Sooz Kempner, along with Elliot Steel, as he tries to make sense of the Tories imploding, Keir Starmer equivocating – and Laurence Fox self-destructing! Plus, our very own George Galloway stars as the guest presenter on Winterwatch – and there's a welcome return for Nadine Boris! Get ad-free extended episodes, early access and exclusive content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod Follow Sooz Kempner @SoozUK Follow Elliot Steel @elliotsteelcom and his podcast @BtecPhilosoph Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark gives an update on his recovery and introduces another chance to hear one of most popular WTFIGO episodes of all time.  Angela Barnes and John O'Farrell from the We Are History podcast join Mark Steel for a special extended interview, to answer the question “What The F*** Was Going On?” Mark talks to Angela and John about everything from tipping points in history, to whether 'good' and 'bad' people exist – and if so, whether we can safely put Hitler and Stalin in the latter category!  Get ad-free extended episodes, early access and exclusive content on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod Follow What The F*** Is Going On? with Mark Steel on Twitter @wtfisgoingonpod Follow We Are History Podcast @wearehistorypod Follow Angela Barnes @AngelaBarnes Follow John O'Farrell @mrjohnofarrell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices