2017 Awards!

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Welcome to Top Stories! In this episode of Top Stories we travel back in time to 2017 and issue 4054, as Andy is joined by sister Helen Zaltzman and Alice Fraser as they pick there icons of the year!

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It’s 2022, remember that year?

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Welcome to Top Stories, This week we go back to 2022, the first Bugle of the new year. Andy was joined from across the other side of the globe by Alice Fraser and James Colley.

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Question Mark?

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:36:10 GMT

Welcome to Top Stories, where we bring you the biggest news in the world years after it first happened. We’re going back to 22nd of August 2011, where John and Andy, struggling to pick one, delved into the Top Stories of that week, the US election, Idaho Butter recipes, and the ongoing developments in the future of Syria.

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Freedom!

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:23:41 GMT

Welcome back to Top Stories. We jump back to issue number 82, as Andy and John discuss Freedom, Free Speech and the modern surveillance of the western world!

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Fox News Lied?!

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:37:50 GMT

Welcome back to Top Stories. This week we go back to the 6th of March 2023, where Andy was joined by Nato Green and Josie Long as they discussed Fox News getting themselves into hot water for misreporting the 2020 presidential election, doesn’t sound like them does it and did The Bugle have something to do with it?

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EVEN more on Brexit!

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 05:30:00 GMT

We’re back to the year 2017, and live (back then) from London, Andy was joined by Nish Kumar and Tom Ballard. Breaking down the Top Story, of immigration and Brexit!

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Finland is just too happy!

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:30:00 GMT

We’ve plucked issue 4257 out of the archive, to unravel the Top Story back in 24th of March, 2023, Andy is joined with Tiff Stevenson, and Josh Gondleman. The story in question Finland is too happy as they top the charts for a 6th year in a row!

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ANOTHER Election?

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:30:00 GMT

It’s the 12th of June 2017, and joining Andy to chronicle the world’s news that week was sister Helen Zaltzman, and Aparna Nancherla as they breakdown the aftermath of one of the most unconvincing victories in British political history it’s the 2017, June election!

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FIRE!

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:30:00 GMT

This week we're going all the way back to almost where it all began, but not quite, issue 3, the 29th October 2007 and Andy and John Oliver, get their heads around the news that California is on FIRE!

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The End of the Italian Scalian

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 05:30:00 GMT

Welcome to TS, we're jumping back in time to the year 2011, Monday 14th of November. To revisit the Top Story, that Italian Scalian, Silvio Berclusoni being forced out of office, disappointingly just due to the Italian economy. An end of an era.

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Money, Money, Money, MONEY!

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:30:00 GMT

It’s the 28th of January 2008, and John and Andy delve into the Top Story of the week, is the world is on the brink of an economic meltdown?

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The Ukrainian Referendum

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:30:00 GMT

We jump back back in time to May 2014. Where Andy and John, discuss another dramatic week for Ukraine, as eastern citizens vote in a referendum that Russia states it won’t even recognise.

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2019 Election Special!

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:30:00 GMT

We head back to issue 4133, Friday 13th of December 2019. Andy was joined by Mark Steel, Anuvan Pal and Alice Fraser for a post election special! As Boris Johnson pips Corbyn to No.10.

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Cyprus is in Trouble

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:30:00 GMT

We’re travelling back to the year 2013, and Cyprus is in big trouble. Who’s going to bail them out? Well we know that now, don’t we.

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Britain is F**ked (special 15th Anniversary live shows)

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:14:56 GMT

Today's delve into the archive is taken from a mix of our 15th Anniversary live shows in Birmingham & Glasgow, with Bugle legends, Helen Zaltsman, Nish Kumar, Alice Fraser, Nato Green and Neil Delamere. The Top Story the same as the Top Stories either side of this issue, Britain is Fucked!

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Viral MEGA Smash!

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:30:00 GMT

Let’s go back to 22nd of December 2008 now. Andy and John, get into the Christmas spirit with the news of the viral internet moment of President Bush having a pair of shoes thrown at him…it’s Bugle issue 57!

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Wake up! Berlusconi just been punched in the face with a ceramic cathedral

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:30:00 GMT

In December 2009, John and I woke up elated to the news that many Italians felt was coming, Berlusconi had just been hit by a ceramic Duomo di Milano.

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A Crimean identity crisis

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 05:30:02 GMT

Welcome to Top Stories, it’s time to visit Bugle issue 263, back on the 24th of March, 2014. Crimea are having an identity crisis, it’s a confusing time, as tensions between the US and Russia grow. I guess it goes to show you somethings never change.

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Wikipedia Blackout

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 05:30:00 GMT

Back again to the year we hosted the Olympics, 2012 and it’s a dark day as Wikipedia, Reddit and the Cheezburger network go down over SOPA laws.

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Guess who’s back, back again!

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:30:00 GMT

It's Top Stories, it’s Monday 16th of July 2012, and it's the return of bunga bunga party specialist, Silvo Berlusconi.

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Happy Death-aversary

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:30:00 GMT

We’re going back to the year 2012, the 7th of May. Join Andy and John reminisce about the one year death-aversary of Osama Bin-Laden and the lack of celebratory stationary.

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The ‘F’ Rating

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:30:00 GMT

It's a family affair Top Stories this week! As Andy is I’m joined by his sister Helen Zaltzman, as they catch up on what IMDB did for International Women’s Day, and their introduction to their new ‘F’ rating.

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One Hundred and Eighty!

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:30:00 GMT

Welcome to Top Stories! On January 13th, 2012, Andy and John, tucked into the Great British Bullshitery, and got their teeth into the studies that Great Britain is full of liars!

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What is America’s red line?

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 17:30:00 GMT

We’re going all the way back to the year, 2013. To the month of September to episode 245!

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Worst Comeback EVER

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 05:30:00 GMT

Let’s visit August 2021 now…. Alice Fraser and Tiff Stevenson joined Andy to explore the collapse of an entire nation. It’s Bugle issue - 4202 - Worst Comeback EVER.

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Bush brings chaos to the Middle East

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 05:30:00 GMT

We’re going way back now to January 2008. Andy and John had much to discuss as President Bush continued his meddling in the Middle East. It’s Bugle issue 12.

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The Sistine Chapel: The Original PornHub

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:30:00 GMT

November 2022 now, and a live Bugle - just as the UK was reeling in the wake of Liz Truss. Helen Zaltzman and Nish Kumar joined Andy for Bugle issue 4245 - The Sistine Chapel: The Original PornHub.

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Satan Destroys America!

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 12:30:00 GMT

In November 2020 Andy was joined by Nish Kumar and Nato Green as the world tried to get its head around an incomprehensible US election. It’s Bugle issue 4172, Satan Destroys America!

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Appendage

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:30:00 GMT

We’re going back to February 2009 and Producer Tom was at the Helm for a reflective Bugle. Some of Andy and John’s previously unheard clips made up Bugle issue 64A - Appendage.

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Zelensky's Tight Sixteen

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:30:00 GMT

March 2022 now, and Andy was with Mark Steel and Hari Kondabolu to reflect on Volodymyr Zelensky's plea to US Congress. It’s Bugle issue 4224, Zelensky's Tight 16.

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Daddy Daddy, Please Don't Leave

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 05:30:00 GMT

Time to visit January 2021 now - and a special Bugle episode with Andy and Nish as they, like the rest of us, struggled to come to terms with the year we had just had. It’s Bugle issue 4179 - Daddy Daddy, Please Don't Leave.

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Ou Est Le Buffoon?

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 05:30:00 GMT

September 2021 now, and Tiff Stevenson and Josh Gondelman joined Andy as Boris Johnson did his best to embarrass us all at the UN. It’s Bugle issue 4206 - Ou Est Le Buffoon?

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What's that *** Doing?

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 05:30:00 GMT

In February 2018 we brought you a special live Bugle. Nish and Alice joined Andy on stage to countdown the days to Britain taking back control. It’s Bugle issue 4060 – What's that Aunt Doing?

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Geertcha

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Let’s visit March 2017 now. Hari Kondabolu joined Andy to discuss some good-ish news from the Netherlands. It’s Bugle issue 4021 - Geertcha.

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Tony The Tiger Rest In Peace

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:30:00 GMT

We’re going back to a moment in time now just before the world changed forever. October 2016, and Americans were soon to be heading to the polls. Hari Kondabolu joined me to try and get our heads round what was happening. It’s Bugle issue 4001 – Tony The Tiger RIP.

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Dirty bankers

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:30:00 GMT

Let’s visit July 2012 now. UK Banking standards were on the brink of a new era - thanks to another scandal. It’s Bugle issue 201 - Dirty bankers.

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Deep Space 9

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:30:00 GMT

Now we’re visiting a momentous Bugle. The last ever Bugle recorded for The Times newspaper. It was December 2011 and the future was looking uncertain for this audio newspaper. It’s Bugle issue 176 - Deep Space Nine.

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More Mayhem

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 05:30:00 GMT

In April 2011 The Bugle returned after a brief spring break, to mop up the detritus left in our absence. It’s Bugle 148 - Mayhem Update.

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Obama gives Brown a rubbish gift

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 05:30:00 GMT

Today we go back to Bugle issue 66. It was March 2009, and US/UK relations were in the Top Story slot - for an episode titled Obama gives Brown a rubbish present.

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Australians touching the Queen

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:30:00 GMT

We’re going a long way back now - to Bugle episode 8, in March 2007. Andy and John were taking a look at election results Down Under - for an episode titled, Australians keep touching the Queen.

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Sark finally gets democracy

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:30:00 GMT

I’m cranking my time machine up to the max now to take you back to January 2008 - when George W Bush was still US President. It’s Bugle issue 13 - After 443 years Sark finally gets democracy.

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Goal!

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:00:00 GMT

You know Andy’s brain is never far from sport. So in June 2014 Bugle issue 272 celebrated the Brazil World Cup.

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Joe the plumber Vs Barack Obama

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:30:00 GMT

Time to visit Bugle issue 49, way back in 2008. US election debates between Barack Obama and John McCain made it to the Top Story slot, in an episode titled Joe the plumber now regrets chatting with Barack Obama.

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Theresa May's ruined leopard print

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMT

We’re going to visit June 2017 now. It might have been summer in the UK - but things weren’t looking very sunny. Tiff Stevenson and Tom Ballard joined Andy for Bugle issue 4035 - Theresa May has ruined leopard print.

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Know Us By Our Knobbly Fruit

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:30:00 GMT

The Lisbon Treaty now - remember that? June 2008 and we were all on the edges of our seats as European leaders took a crucial vote. It’s Bugle issue 34 - You Will Know Us By Our Knobbly Fruit.

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Will China rule the world?

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:30:00 GMT

Have you ever wished you could get a glimpse into the future? Well now - we’re going back in time, to a time when Andy and John were looking into the future. Confused? Me too. It’s Bugle issue 84 - Will China rule the world in the future?

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Greek Tragedy

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:30:00 GMT

We’re heading back to November 2011 now. Things were getting dramatic in Greece - giving us the perfect title for Bugle issue 171 - A Greek Tragedy.

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Vote-ageddon

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 05:30:00 GMT

Love a political blooper? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Gordon Brown put his foot well and truly in it in April 2010. It’s Bugle issue 113 - Countdown to Vote-ageddon.

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Goodbye George Bush and Hello Barack Obama

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 12:30:00 GMT

The Bugle’s turning 18, getting us all a little misty-eyed as we look back at how our baby’s grown over the years. We’re going back to January 2009 now for the inauguration of President Obama, from Bugle 60 - Goodbye George Bush and Hello Barack Obama

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World Leading Content

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 04:30:00 GMT

The Bugle comes of age this month - so we’re heading back in time to the early days to take a look at how the greatness began. Episode 42 now - it was August 2008 and World leaders were doing their best to help us out with content.

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Volcano love

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 04:30:00 GMT

We’re feeling nostalgic here at the Bugle as we approach our 18th anniversary. So we’re diving deep into the archives - this time with Bugle issue 30, titled Volcano Porn.

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Empire Strikes Back

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:00:00 GMT

As we approach the Bugle’s 18th birthday we’re heading way back to the beginning - well almost. Episode 2 of the Bugle now, and a proposed rekindling of the British Empire took the Top Story slot.

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Platypus on the Menu

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 04:30:00 GMT

Time for a Christmas Bugle now. Tom Ballard and Lloyd Langford joined Andy on stage in December 2021, for a live show with a typically festive crowd. It’s Bugle issue 4215 - Platypus on the Menu.

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Zelensky’s Tight 16

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 11:00:00 GMT

In March 2022 it was feeling tricky to look on the bright side. Mark Steel and Hari Kondabolu joined Andy in some group hand-wringing. It’s Bugle issue 4224 - Zelensky’s Tight 16.

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Beauty & the Beast

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 04:30:00 GMT

Let’s go back to May 2021 now. There was an all too familiar topic in the Top Story Slot. Helen Zaltzman and Alice Fraser joined Andy for Bugle issue 4194 - Beauty & the Beast.

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Boris Breaks the News Cycle.

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 13:50:00 GMT

The Bugle was live at the Leciester Square Theatre in October 2022. Alice Fraser, Ria Lina and Tiff Stevenson joined Andy as Britain plunged to a new low. It’s Bugle issue 4244 - Boris Breaks the News Cycle.

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The Final Billion Years

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 04:30:00 GMT

In March 2021 Andy was with Josh Gondelman and Alice Fraser to take a look at the future of the human race. It’s Bugle issue 4185 - The Final Billion Years.

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The World’s Most Charming Coup

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 04:30:00 GMT

We’re heading back to July 2022 now. Chris Addison and Nish Kumar joined Andy as Sri Lanka became the latest nation to have a change in leadership. It’s Bugle issue 4236 - The World’s Most Charming Coup.

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Cox and Butts and old Bread Rolls

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 04:30:00 GMT

Time to visit November 2021. Nish Kumar and Nato Green were with Andy for a live Bugle. It’s issue 4212 - Cox and Butts and old Bread Rolls .

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White Noise

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 04:30:00 GMT

January 2021 now…. A time when we were all seriously hoping for a fresh start. Nish Kumar and Alice Fraser joined Andy to usher in yet another whole year of Bugle madness. It’s issue 4178, White Noise.

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The hottest Bugle ever!

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 04:30:00 GMT

In July 2021 Andy, Alice Fraser and Anuvab Pal were together to focus on the week's biggest news - including the terror of climate change.

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Texas(shole) Ted

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 04:30:00 GMT

For this Top Story we’re going back to February 2021. Andy was joined by Baratunde Thurston and Nish Kumar as vaccines hit the headlines.

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Vice Signalling

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 04:30:00 GMT

It’s time now to visit November 2021. Stewart Lee made his Bugle debut. Joining Andy and Felicity Ward to discuss all things Cop 26.

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SCOMO versus ALBO

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT

Let’s go back to May 2022 now. Andy was with Tom Ballard and Nish Kumar to enjoy Aussie elections. It’s Bugle issue 4230 - SCOMO versus ALBO.

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Brexit Is Just Shellfish

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:30:00 GMT

Let’s head back to February 2021 now. The French were coming to terms with a dramatic law amendment, which would change life as they knew it. Alice Fraser and Tiff Stevenson joined Andy for Bugle issue 4183 - Brexit Is Just Shellfish.

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Satan Takes the Moral High Ground

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 04:30:00 GMT

In September 2021 the Bugle was live on stage at the London Wonderground festival.

Alice Fraser and Chris Addison joined Andy for Bugle issue 4204 - Satan Takes the Moral High Ground.

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Beast Modi

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 04:30:00 GMT

We’re going back to May 2021 now. India was facing a bleak time in the face of Covid. Aditi Mittal and Nish Kumar joined Andy with a brutal take on the tragic mess. It’s Bugle issue 4193, Beast Modi.

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Spready Mercury

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 08:00:00 GMT

In December 2020 John Oliver made a triumphant return to the Bugle. John and Andy had lots to catch up on for a bumper edition of the Bugle, titled Spready Mercury.

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Covidioms, Carson, the Hand of God

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 04:30:00 GMT

Let’s visit November 2020 now. It was a tricky year for many of us - even the Oxford English Dictionary was left stumped by the shit show. Hari Kondabolu and Aditi Mittal joined Andy for Bugle issue 4175 - Covidioms, Carson and the Hand of God.

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Musk Be Joking

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 12:30:00 GMT

In February 2021 there were some interesting claims surrounding California wild fires. Alice Fraser and Anuvab Pal were with me to explore the truth. It’s Bugle issue 4182, You Musk Be Joking.

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Arm in Armageddon

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 04:30:00 GMT

Let’s visit March 2022 now, Nish Kumar and Josh Gondelman were with Andy to look at the global response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. It’s Bugle issue 4223, Arm in Armageddon.

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When The E-Shed's Rockin'

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 04:30:00 GMT

December 2020 now, and Andy was joined by Alice Fraser and David O'Doherty as Britain celebrated winning the Covid vaccine race. It’s Bugle issue 4176, When The E-Shed's Rockin’.

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Dibs on Jacinda

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 04:30:00 GMT

Let’s go back to April 2021. We were a year into Covid - and yet World leaders were still struggling to get to grips with the tricky little virus. Anuvab Pal was here to share the latest from India. Andy was also joined by Tiff Stevenson for Bugle issue 4192.

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Who? Liz Truss!?

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 04:30:00 GMT

Now we’re visiting perhaps one of the most bizarre moments in recent-ish British politics. September 2022 saw us welcome a new British PM - and a lot of you are probably still paying for it. It’s Bugle issue 4239 - Who? Liz Truss!?

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AUKUS Gets Awkward

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 04:30:00 GMT

September 2021 now. Alice Fraser and Anuvab Pal were with Andy to discuss submarines down under - and a deal that left the French feeling a little miffed. It’s Bugle issue 4205 - AUKUS Gets Awkward.

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Covidioms, Carson and the Hand of God

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 04:30:00 GMT

Time to visit November 2020, and a key moment in modern American politics. Andy was with Nish Kumar and Felicity Ward to discuss Rudy Giuliani’s hair dye malfunction - it’s Bugle issue 4174.

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Trump Takes a Mulligan

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 04:30:00 GMT

In September 2020 Alice Fraser and Mark Steel joined Andy to look at how Britain was coping amidst the global pandemic. Mark in particular had a few issues to get off his chest. It’s Bugle issue 4167.

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Flare in the Derrière

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 04:30:00 GMT

We’re visiting July 2021 now, and confusingly Euro 2020 was underway. True to type, England underperformed - also true to type, it brought out the worst in some fans. Nish Kumar and Chris Addison joined Andy for Bugle 4200 - Flare in the Derrière.

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Randy Economy

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 04:30:00 GMT

In January 2021 we had an inauguration to revel in. As a new US President got ready for action, Donald Trump was leaving the White House in true style. Alice Fraser and Josh Gondelman were with Andy for Bugle issue 4180 - Randy Economy.

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Official Coronavirus Survival Guide

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 04:30:00 GMT

We’re going back almost 5 years now to July 2020. Here at the Bugle we had a public service broadcast to make. Josh Gondelman and Anuvab Pal joined Andy for issue 4143 - Official Coronavirus Survival Guide.

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Everything Must Go!

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 04:30:00 GMT

We’re going waaaaay back in time now to July 2011. John Oliver and Andy were taking a look at some unexpected auction news. It’s Bugle issue 159 - Everything Must Go!

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You Musk Be Joking!

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 04:30:00 GMT

February 2021 now, and Alice Fraser and Anuvab Pal joined Andy as Joe Biden embarked on his Presidential journey. It’s Bugle issue 4181 - You Musk Be Joking!

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Russian Doll

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 04:30:00 GMT

We’re going back to February 2022 now. Neil Delamere and Nato Green were with Andy as we waited for grim news from Ukraine. It’s Bugle issue 4221 - Russian Doll.

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Message To You Rudy

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 04:30:00 GMT

In November 2020 Andy was joined by Nish Kumar and Felicity Ward to talk Rudy Giuliani, The US elections and bullying in British politics. It’s Bugle issue 4173 - A Message To You Rudy.

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New Year’s Revelations

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 04:30:00 GMT

In January 2018 Donald Trump was far from starting afresh for the New Year. Instead opting to stay with his tried and tested approach to leadership. Alice Fraser and Hari Kondabolu joined Andy for Bugle issue 4055 – New Year’s Revelations.

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Black Holes and Brexit

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 04:30:00 GMT

Let’s go back now to April 2019. Alice joined Andy for a Brexit heavy live Bugle. Thankfully there was also some Unicorn news to lighten the mood.

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Does Boris think he’s Scarface?

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 11:00:00 GMT

We’re visiting July 2022 now, and there was only one story in town as Alice Fraser and Mark Steel joined Andy for Bugle issue 4236 - Does Boris think he’s Scarface?

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Five Year Piggiversary

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:30:00 GMT

In September 2020 Andy, Josh and Tiff turned their attention to Trump’s trampling of RBG’s legacy. It’s Bugle issue 4166 - Five Year Piggiversary.

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Nazi Game Shows

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 04:30:00 GMT

We’re visiting June 2022 now. Nish Kumar and Neil Delamere joined Andy as democracy took a beating, at the hands of the French. It’s Bugle issue 4234 - Nazi Game Shows.

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Not Enough Boffins

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:14:53 GMT

April 2020 now, and a momentous occasion in Bugle history. Chris Addison made his Bugle debut - joining Alice Fraser, as we attempted to make the best of a bad week. It’s Bugle issue 4191 - Not Enough Boffins.

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Putin The Tooth In

Fri, 30 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

In July 2020 Tiff Stevenson and James Nokise joined Andy to discuss President Putin's eternal reign. It’s Bugle issue 4159 - Putin The Tooth In.

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Joe Biden’s Solution

Tue, 27 May 2025 04:30:00 GMT

Let’s visit June 2020 now. America was going through a tough time thanks to the actions of some white police officers. We tried to make sense of events - and some of the suggested solutions. Hari Kondabolu and Tom Ballard were with Andy for Bugle issue 4155 - Joe Biden’s Solution.

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Space Jam

Fri, 23 May 2025 04:30:00 GMT

We’re travelling back to July 2021 now, and a top story that would be at home right now. Donald Trump’s relationship with Europe was in the spotlight as Nish Kumar and Alex Edelman joined Andy for Bugle issue 4076 – Space Jam.

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Evolution Special

Tue, 20 May 2025 04:30:00 GMT

October 2020 now, and The Bugle was live from the Unmute Podcast Festival. Alice Fraser and Nish Kumar were with Andy as we discussed some important evolution news, and crabs.

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Nationalise Human Trafficking

Fri, 16 May 2025 04:30:00 GMT

We’re going back to June 2022 now. Josh Gondelman and Ria Lina joined Andy to focus on the latest nonsense from lawmakers in the USA. It’s Bugle issue 4233 - Nationalise Human Trafficking.

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Below the Belt

Fri, 09 May 2025 04:30:00 GMT

Alice Fraser and Nish Kumar were with Andy in September 2020 to explore the British government's attempts to break the law. It’s Bugle issue 4165 - Below the Belt.

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The Valentines Special

Tue, 06 May 2025 08:54:09 GMT

Jena Friedman and Tiff Stevenson joined Andy in February 2020 for a look at a new viral sensation. It’s Bugle issue 4141.

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Read the bible, capeesh?

Fri, 02 May 2025 04:30:00 GMT

In May 2018 Nish Kumar was with Andy to look at the latest wang swinging from the US and North Korea. It’s Bugle issue 4069 – Read the bible, capeesh?

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A vector of disease

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 04:30:00 GMT

There was some serious cricket news in June 2020. Hari and Alice joined Andy as he attempted to come to terms with the impact of Covid on the most important game in the World. It’s Bugle issue 4158 - A vector of disease.

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Love Letters

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 04:30:00 GMT

We’re going back 10 years now to March 2015. Republican senators in the US were in the midst of an unusual pen pal relationship with the Iranian regime. It’s Bugle issue 290 – Love Letters.

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Mourning Has Broken

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 04:30:00 GMT

We’re going back to September 2022 now… Tiff Stephenson and Anuvab Pal joined Andy to try and make sense of the UK’s extended period of mourning in tribute to the Queen. It’s Bugle issue 4240 - Mourning Has Broken.

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Terra Firma Warriors

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 04:30:00 GMT

In May 2020 we were very happy for any news that took us away from a Covid based Top Story. Cue much excitement at the prospect of an Indo/China war. Alice Fraser and Anuvab Pal joined Andy for Bugle issue 4154 - Terra Firma Warriors.

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The Future Is The Past

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 04:30:00 GMT

In June 2021 Nish Kumar and Josh Gondelman joined Andy as the World faced an unexpected twist in the future of the USA. It’s Bugle issue 4198 - The Future Is The Past.

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Arm all the drag queens

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 04:30:00 GMT

Let’s visit June 2022 now, and Hari Kondabolu and Nato Green teamed up on The Bugle for the first time ever. US gun laws were in the spotlight for issue 4232 - Arm all the drag queens.

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Ketchup!

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 04:30:00 GMT

In April 2021 we were preparing to record the latest Bugle, when the death of the Duke of Edinburgh was announced. But fortunately there was also Ketchup news to discuss. Andy was joined by Felicity Ward and Nato Green for Bugle issue 4190.

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Ross and Rachel

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 04:30:00 GMT

In March 2019 Andy was in the USA and this Top Story comes from a Brooklyn show featuring Josh Gondelman, in his Bugle debut, and the usual family fun from Alice Fraser. It’s Bugle issue 4099 - Ross and Rachel.

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The President is not a gremlin

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 04:30:00 GMT

Now we have a listener’s request for you. Veronika emailed us to suggest we visit September 2012 and episode 206 of the Bugle - The President is not a gremlin. The top story was all about US Presidential candidate Mit Romney - and Veronika writes that she has one particular section of this episode saved for whenever she needs a lift… so if you don’t enjoy this - blame Veronika.

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Good guys win elections!

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 05:30:00 GMT

In October 2020 Andy was joined by Tiff Stevenson and James Nokise, with hot news from the New Zealand election. It’s Bugle issue 4170, Good guys win elections!

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Space Force

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 05:30:00 GMT

We’re visiting August 2018 now, and Andy was joined at the Edinburgh Fringe by Alice Fraser and Alex Edelman as the US government moved to win support from Stars Wars fans. It’s Bugle issue 4077 – Space Force.

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A Dutch Village

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 05:30:00 GMT

In May 2020 Nish Kumar and Alice Fraser joined Andy as we all slowly unravelled in the midst of Covid restrictions, and embraced the brave new world of podcasts with video. It’s Bugle issue 4153 - A Dutch Village.

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Celebrate Forgery

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 05:30:00 GMT

Let’s go back to May 2018 now, when Andy was joined by Anuvab Pal to discuss global cheating, forgery and misrepresentation. It’s Bugle issue 4067 - Celebrate Forgery.

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Falwell That Ends Well

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 05:30:00 GMT

In August 2020 the fish were fighting back. Yep, it was runaway salmon news in the Top Story slot for Bugle issue 4164 - Falwell That Ends Well.

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Boris Babies

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 05:30:00 GMT

We’re visiting May 2020 now for Bugle issue 4151, Boris Babies. Alice Fraser and Josh Gondelman joined Andy for a round up of Covid kids news.

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Kashmir versus Brexit.

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 05:30:00 GMT

In August 2019 the Bugle was live from Edinburgh, joined by Nish Kumar and Aditi Mittal. The Kashmir crisis made it to the Top Story spot. It’s Bugle issue 4117, Kashmir versus Brexit.

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The Bots Have Won

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:30:00 GMT

In March 2018 Andy was joined by Nish Kumar and Helen Zaltzman for an education in social media. It’s Bugle issue 4063, The bots have won.

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Smelly Death Birds

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 05:30:00 GMT

In August 2019 Andy was joined by Tom Ballard and Alice Fraser to discuss protests in Hong Kong and the definition of terror. It’s Bugle issue 4118, Smelly Death Birds.

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Trump Too Nasty Even For Covid

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:30:00 GMT

We’re going back to October 2020 now and that moment in time where, for a second, there was a vague feeling of hope…. the moment it was revealed that Donald Trump had Covid. Anuvab Pal and Helen Zaltzman joined Andy for Bugle issue 4168, Trump too nasty even for Covid.

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So Many Holes

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 05:30:00 GMT

In June 2019 Andy was joined by Nish Kumar and Alice Fraser for a Bugle live from London’s Southbank. Conservatives and golf courses made the Top Story. It’s Bugle issue 4113 - So Many Holes.

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Mad Mike Versus Science

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 05:30:00 GMT

In March 2018 Andy indulged himself with a Top Story close to his heart…. Yes, you guessed it - cricket news. Alice Fraser joined him for Bugle issue 4064 – Mad Mike Versus Science.

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Mature Grown Up Politics

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 05:30:00 GMT

We’re visiting March 2019 now, and Prime Minister Theresa May was grappling with her Brexit deal. Alice Fraser joined Andy from Australia for a live Bugle titled Mature Grown Up Politics.

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Fart The Police

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 05:30:00 GMT

In June 2020 we were all in need of a diversion - here at the Bugle we were happy to oblige with a fragrant Top Story from Austria. Alice and Helen joined Andy for Bugle issue 4157 - Fart the Police.

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Truth isn't Truth

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 05:30:00 GMT

We’re going back now to a live show recorded at the Edinburgh Festival in August 2018. Nish Kumar and Anuvab Pal joined Andy to discuss a wonderfully ludicrous week in Trumpland. It’s Bugle issue 4078, Truth isn't Truth.

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Ecuadoh!

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 12:30:00 GMT

We’re visiting February 2015 now. John Oliver and Andy were trying to get their heads round a tricky ceasefire in Ukraine. It’s Bugle issue 287, Ecuadoh!

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Britain in Crisis (Live!)

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 05:30:00 GMT

Mark Steel made his Bugle debut in January 2018 - joining Andy and Alice Fraser for a live show at London’s Leicester Square theatre. It’s Bugle issue 4057, Britain in Crisis.

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Megotiations

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 12:50:00 GMT

In May 2018 Andy delivered the first ever Bugle live from San Francisco. Alice Fraser and Helen Zaltzman joined him for midi jingles and end-of-days news.

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Bullwinkle

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 05:30:00 GMT

Hari Kondabolu was with Andy in March 2018, as the sleepy English city of Salisbury found itself at the centre of a real life spy thriller. It’s Bugle issue 4062, Bullwinkle.

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On the wAI Out

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 05:30:00 GMT

Now you might think AI was one of the hot topics of 2024. But in December 2014 we at the Bugle were way ahead of our time. Andy and John Oliver took a peek into the future in issue 280, On the wAI out.

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That’s a Big Cow!

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 05:30:00 GMT

In November 2018 Tom Ballard and Anuvab Pal joined Andy, as a six foot cow named after underwear took over Australia. It’s Bugle issue 4089, That’s a Big Cow!

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A Long Tradition of Sedition

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 13:30:00 GMT

January 2020 now and Anuvab Pal and Al Murray joined Andy as India’s government took part in a bit of time travel. It’s Bugle issue 4138, A Long Tradition of Sedition.

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Fledgling season

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 05:30:34 GMT

We’re going back to a live Bugle now. This time at the Underbelly Festival in London in July 2018. Alice Fraser and Andrew Maxwell joined Andy to discuss Brexit lunacy. It’s Bugle issue 4075 - Fledgling season.

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What does 'massacre' mean?

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 05:30:01 GMT

In Jan 2018 Andy was joined by Nish Kumar and Tom Ballard to discuss some sexy kangaroo news. Yes, you heard me correctly. It’s Bugle issue 4056 - What does 'massacre' mean?

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SpaceCats: The Search For Merch

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 05:30:58 GMT

We’re going back to November 2014 now, and space exploration was having a moment. Andy took it upon himself to provide a reenactment of the crucial moment in the mission - much to John Oliver’s delight. It’s Bugle issue 278 - SpaceCats: The Search For Merch.

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Two star review for this year's Queen's Speech

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 09:31:01 GMT

We’re venturing into one of the furthest corners of the Bugle archive now. Way back in November 2009 Andy and John Oliver paid tribute to a classic Queen’s speech. It’s Bugle issue 96 - Two star review for this year's Queen's Speech.

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Clipart news

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 05:30:16 GMT

In April 2018 David O'Doherty and Alice Fraser joined Andy for a live show in Melbourne. Armageddon, turtles and bicycles all featured in Bugle issue 4065 - Clipart news.

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Relationships Special

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 05:30:01 GMT

We’re going back to simpler times now - January 2020 - when our main concerns were Harry and Meghan, billionaires and space brides. It’s Bugle issue 4137 - Relationships Special.

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Brexcitement!

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:30:42 GMT

December 2017 now, and Andy was joined by Tiff Stevenson and Alice Fraser to talk about the people of the year, Brexit and horny Irish dogs. It’s Bugle issue 4052 - Brexcitement!

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America Special

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:30:00 GMT

In February 2020 America gave us some impeachment action, the Superbowl and the Iowa caucuses. Nish Kumar and Hari Kondobolu joined Andy to make few attempts to even bother making sense of it all. It’s issue 4140 - America Special.

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Trump and the motto of Brexit

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 05:01:36 GMT

We’re going back to December 2017 now - and it was a particularly stupid week in World history - partly thanks to the US President. Nish Kumar joined me for Bugle issue 4051 – Trump and the motto of Brexit.

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Panda Time

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 05:00:26 GMT

In April 2020 we issued a handy Bugle guide on how to spend an average lockdown week. Alice Fraser and Al Murray were with me as we also scratched around for non-Covid content. It’s issue 4148 - Panda Time.

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Your Biggest Fears

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 05:02:07 GMT

In October 2019, Bugle issue 4125 featured some classic page fillers - from Trump to Boris to Syria to Elon Musk. And it was fittingly titled, “Your Biggest Fears”.

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Octopuses on drugs

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 05:00:01 GMT

We’re going back to September 2018 now. Alice Fraser and Nish Kumar joined Andy as Theresa May’s Brexit nightmare continued. Fortunately there was also mollusc news to distract us. It’s issue 4081 - Octopuses on drugs.

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Grafting Harder Than Ever Before

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 08:41:10 GMT

Anuvab Pal joined Andy in November 2017 in his capacity as Bugle Asia Correspondent, as Donald Trump visited the continent and tried to make some new friends. It’s issue 4049, Grafting Harder Than Ever Before.

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Bear Sick

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 05:01:38 GMT

Let’s go back to February 2015 now. Myself and John took a deep dive into the world of polar bears, with some handy tips for dealing with an infestation. It’s issue 288 - Bear Sick.

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WAP (Who Appoints Presidents?)

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 10:00:38 GMT

We’re going back to August 2020 now - and it was US election time - again. This time round Joe Biden and Donald Trump squared off for the biggest job in the world. It’s Bugle 4163 - WAP (Who Appoints Presidents?).

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Common Ground With Osama

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 09:47:27 GMT

November 2017 now, and Nish Kumar joined Andy to discuss the latest revelations on Russia, Osama Bin Laden, and JFK.

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Are we key workers?

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 11:00:19 GMT

In mid-March 2020 there was only one story in town. Tom Ballard and Nish Kumar joined Andy to talk all things Covid. It’s Bugle issue 4145 - Are we key workers?

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The Experiment is Complete

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 16:00:36 GMT

In July 2019 Andy was joined by Tom Ballard and Nato Green as we tried to come to terms with Britain’s new PM. It’s Bugle issue 4116 - The Experiment is Complete.

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Donald's a Bugler

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 05:04:18 GMT

April 2018 now and Andy was joined by Tom Ballard and Bugle newcomer Aditi Mittal for a live show at the Melbourne Comedy Festival. We revelled in the stupidty of Britain for issue 4066.

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Oil Never Do It Again

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 04:01:09 GMT

British Petroleum was under scrutiny in June 2010 as the Gulf of Mexico oil spill crisis went on and on. John Oliver and Andy Zaltzman took a look at the company’s safety claims. It’s Bugle issue 119, Oil Never Do It Again.

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Let's talk about peace, baby

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 23:00:58 GMT

We’re going way back in time now to September 2010. Myself and John were first and second in line at the bookshop as Tony Blair released his hotly anticipated memoir. It’s Bugle issue 126 Let's talk about peace, baby.

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2019 in review (if only we knew)

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 04:00:38 GMT

In January 2020 my live review of there year show was thrown into total disarray, thanks to the crazy year that was 2019. Alice Fraser joined me to unpick what had just happened.

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Dog Climbs Mountain

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 04:00:16 GMT

In March 2019 the Bugle was in the US of A. Live from San Francisco with new Buglers Baratunde Thurston and Nato Green - and Alice Fraser also joined us, for Bugle issue 4101 Dog Climbs Mountain.

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Baby Jails

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 04:00:44 GMT

Back in June 2018 Melania Trump was letting her clothes do the talking, while her husband was locking up children. Alice Fraser joined Andy for issue 4073, Baby Jails.

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Three Day Heart attacks

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 04:00:06 GMT

Felicity Ward made her Bugle debut in March 2018. Joining Andy, alongside Tiff Stevenson, for a World round up of dictators, mullets and guns. It’s Bugle issue 4061 – Three Day Heart attacks.

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Corruption, Covid and Cricket

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 04:00:33 GMT

August 2020 now and Andy was joined by Hari Kondabolu and Mark Steel as Donald Trump did his best to string out his time at the White House. It’s Bugle issue 4161 - Corruption, Covid and Cricket.

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Decade Starts Badly

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 04:00:34 GMT

In January 2020 we titled our first Bugle of the year “Decade starts badly”. Oh, if only we could have seen just how much worse things would soon be. Nato Green and Tiff Stevenson joined me for Bugle 4135.

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The Question

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 12:10:01 GMT

June 2018 now, and Anuvab Pal joined me as a new special relationship was blossoming. It’s Bugle 4072 - The Question.

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Mountains, Monkeys and Moore

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:05:51 GMT

In December 2017 Britain was in a political pickle over Brexit. Anuvab joined me as we tried to get our heads around developments. It’s Bugle issue 4053 – Mountains, Monkeys and Moore.

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Cricket World Cup Souvenir Edition

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 07:05:31 GMT

In July 2019 Alice Fraser bravely joined Andy for Bugle issue 4115 as I struggled to concentrate on anything other than Cricket. It’s Bugle issue 4115 - Cricket World Cup Souvenir Edition.

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Mo' moons mo' problems

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 04:00:47 GMT

March 2020 now and Tiff and Alice were with Andy as the world as we knew it came to a grinding, coughing and sneezing halt. It’s Bugle issue 4144 - Mo' moons mo' problems.

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Bond, Boris and Boats

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 04:00:02 GMT

In August 2020 Nish and Anuvab joined Andy to look at another week of baffling idiocy. It’s Bugle issue 4162 - Bond, Boris and Boats.

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Ruining Mark Wahlberg’s Day

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 12:30:49 GMT

The shadow of Brexit hovered over the Bugle in September 2018, not to mention a looming Boris Johnson. Tiff Stevenson and James Nokise were with Andy for Bugle issue 4080, Ruining Mark Wahlberg’s Day.

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The Guilty Bugle

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 04:00:13 GMT

September 2019 now and a Bugle mash up. Guilty Feminist Deborah Frances White joined Alice and Andy on stage as we took a close look at our feminist credentials. It’s Bugle issue 4120 - The Guilty Bugle.

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Chills, thrills and Blatter aches

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 09:59:06 GMT

We’re travelling back to November 2014 now. Vladimir Putin was getting pretty busy - invasions and koalas on his agenda. It’s Bugle issue 279 – Chills, thrills and Blatter aches.

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Whale of a Time

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 04:00:53 GMT

In June 2018 Tiff Stevenson and Alice Fraser were with Andy for a live Bugle. We wanted to know, who actually cares about the environment? It’s Bugle 4071 – Whale of a Time.

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The Sinister Minister

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 04:00:12 GMT

May 2017 now and The Bugle was live in Australia. Zoe Coombs Marr and Wil Anderson joined Andy on stage in Melbourne.

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Greekonomics

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 04:00:32 GMT

Greece was giving the rest of Europe the jitters in January 2015, giving the middle finger to years of austerity. It’s Bugle issue 286 - Greekonomics.

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Wow! Why?

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 04:00:08 GMT

Back in November 2014 Andy and John raised a glass to the heroism of dare devils across the world. It’s Bugle issue 277 - Wow! Why?

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In the belly of the bull

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 04:00:42 GMT

July 2017 now, and Andy was joined by Helen, Nish and Producer Chris for a live special at the Underbelly festival in London. It’s Bugle issue 4037, In the belly of the bull.

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LIVE IN AUSTRALIA!

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 04:00:34 GMT

In May 2017 the Bugle made its live debut in Australia. Tom Ballard and Alice Fraser joined Andy on stage for Bugle issue 4026.

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Where's Bono?

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 04:00:51 GMT

In January 2015 we were discussing World leaders’ annual jolly to Davos, but the big question was… where's Bono? It’s Bugle issue 285.

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BrokeSadleBack Mountain

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 04:37:53 GMT

In May 2014 there was gold at the bottom of the ocean and a mountain for sale. It’s Bugle issue 268, BrokeSadleBack Mountain.

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Bugle 255

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 04:01:43 GMT

We’re going back to the start of 2014 now. But despite it being a new year - some things never change. It’s the imaginatively titled Bugle 255.

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#crucifybieber

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 04:01:27 GMT

In April 2011 there was a surprising cameo by a pop icon in the Middle East controversy. It’s Bugle issue 149 - #crucifybieber

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2011 Preview Special

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 08:57:44 GMT

As the new year dawned in 2011 Andy and John got out our crystal balls to bring you some predictions for the year ahead. It’s Bugle issue 139, 2011 Preview Special.

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She Bored 'er colleagues

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 04:01:09 GMT

In June 2010 we're sure there were some very pressing issues in need of the Bugle’s attention. But they were forgotten in the face of some serious news for dogs - prompting a classic pun-run. It’s Bugle issue 117 - She Bored 'er colleagues.

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Symptomless Blitz

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 04:01:45 GMT

November 2018 now and Nish Kumar and Felicity ward joined me for a pretty spectacular live Bugle. The crowd went wild for all things Aliens and Brexit. It’s Bugle issue 4087, Symptomless Blitz.

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Worms Around The Moon

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 04:01:13 GMT

In July 2020 Andy was joined by Anuvab and Alice as tensions rose about…. Well, everything. It’s Bugle issue 4160, Worms Around The Moon.

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Strikes and Jet Skis

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 23:00:14 GMT

In October 2020 we were more than 6 months into the pandemic- but still Covid was front page news. Alice Fraser joined us for Bugle issue 4169, as we tried to find a silver lining.

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Plague!

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 03:00:54 GMT

In May 2020 a wave of plagues attacked the earth. But would anyone be bothered? It’s Bugle issue 4152.

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Hot PUSA

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 08:05:03 GMT

We’re heading back to November 2019 now and Jenna Friedman was making her Bugle debut - with some serious questions about life. It’s issue 4131 Hot PUSA.

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Hari Kondabolu Day

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 02:00:06 GMT

Hari Kondabolu, the third ever official Bugle co-host only had 2 wait two years to get an episode named after himself.

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The Chainsaw of Futuristic Justice

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 06:14:25 GMT

March 2016 now and myself and John were back after an extended break. So we thought it wise to hand the running order over to our esteemed listeners. This is how that turned out - issue 294, The Chainsaw of Futuristic Justice.

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Calypso bad

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 03:15:31 GMT

Britain was having an identity crisis in October 2014. Thankfully Lord Norman Tebbit was on hand with suggestions of how to turn things around. It’s issue 276, Calypso Bad.

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Fiddlesticks to Russia

Fri, 31 May 2024 03:13:57 GMT

May 2014 now and Ukraine was going to the polls in a vote that could have been one of the most pointless in history. It’s Bugle issue 269, Fiddlesticks to Russia.

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America stands that little bit smaller

Tue, 28 May 2024 08:00:00 GMT

In October 2013 the USA was in a tail spin, giving myself and John more evidence for the complete collapse of the great nation. It’s issue 249, America stands that little bit smaller.

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Every Mushroom Cloud...

Fri, 24 May 2024 02:45:58 GMT

In August 2017 the future was looking uncertain, as two of the world’s most unique leaders locked horns (sound familiar?). Andy was joined by Hari Kondabolu for Bugle issue 4038 “every Mushroom Cloud…”

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Urine with a chance

Tue, 21 May 2024 02:45:06 GMT

We’re going back to April 2020 now. You might remember there was only one story in town that spring. For issue 4147 “Urine with a chance” Andy was joined by Anuvab and Hari for a tri-continental take on Covid.

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A fart wrapped in an illusion

Thu, 16 May 2024 23:00:21 GMT

October 2017 now and the beginning of the end (or so we thought) for Harvey Weinstein. Alice Fraser was with me to unpack the sexual misconduct revolution. It’s issue 4047 A fart wrapped in an illusion.

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Too Hot For Print

Tue, 14 May 2024 07:09:56 GMT

In Jan 2015 Paris was in mourning following the Charlie Hebdo terror attack. World leaders travelled to the city in a sign of unity, and the magazine came out fighting. It’s issue 284 Too Hot For Print.

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Sochi Special

Thu, 09 May 2024 23:00:51 GMT

In February 2014 winter olympians were preparing for the controversial Games in Sochi. Not only was it costing a pretty penny - but the hosts’ values were also under question. It’s issue 259 Sochi Special.

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Selling The Drama (And War and Guns And The Planet)

Fri, 03 May 2024 16:00:02 GMT

September 2013 now, and President Barack Obama was making a pitch for war with Syria. But a surprising twist saw a deal at the eleventh hour. It’s issue 246 Selling The Drama (And War and Guns And The Planet).

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Nazis versus Terrorists

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 23:00:00 GMT

Syria was causing all sorts of problems for the international community in January 2014. Naughty Syria. But fortunately Australia’s new PM was on hand to clarify the situation for us all. It’s issue 258, Nazis versus Terrorists.

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Turbo Russia

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 11:00:00 GMT

We’re going back to March 2015 now, and the Russian government were being true to their stereotype. It’s issue 289, Turbo Russia.

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Donald the Bastard

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:00:32 GMT

Donald Trump is never far from our thoughts here at the Bugle. The gift that just keeps on giving. And in February 2018 Al Murray and Bugle debutant Jen Kirkman were with me to dissect the state of the union address.

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Reacting like a coiled donut

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 10:30:54 GMT

June 2011 now and there was plenty going on in the Middle East. But John didn’t let the serious situation put him off from a musical interlude. It’s issue 157, Reacting like a coiled donut.

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Silk and Linen

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 23:00:02 GMT

In October 2019 the Bugle celebrated its 12th birthday. Alice and Anuvab joined me for this happy occasion - only slightly dampened by more bad news for planet earth.

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It's the end of the world and I'm slightly bothered, but not enough really

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 23:00:11 GMT

We’re going back to May 2019 now, and Alice and Nish were with Andy as we digested some news that we’d all been dreading. It’s Bugle issue 4108, It's the end of the world and I'm slightly bothered, but not enough really.

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Retronauts and prairie skirts

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 11:00:20 GMT

In October 2017 Hari and Helen joined me to discuss the reported end of the war on coal - and other defunct technologies. It’s Bugle issue 4046, Retronauts and prairie skirts.

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Anarchy in the USA

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 23:00:52 GMT

America was taking an enforced break from life in October 2013. The Government shut down in a spat over healthcare. It’s Bugle issue 248 - Anarchy in the USA.

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Who's Tailin' Palin?

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 23:00:22 GMT

In June 2011 there was some good news for the world. A posse of Japanese pensioners were coming to our rescue - showing true heroism in the face of inevitable death. It’s Bugle issue 156.

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7 days of Transatlantic Madness

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 08:30:00 GMT

In Sept 19 the UK and US were in a race to be crowned the most rubbish nation on Earth. Nish Kumar and Josh Gondelman joined me to help weigh up who was winning. It’s Bugle issue 4123 - 7 days of Transatlantic Madness.

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A career defining election

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 00:00:34 GMT

There’s nothing like a plot twist. In May 2015 the British public went to the polls in a general election - and the pollsters got a custard pie in the face. It’s Bugle issue 292 – A career defining election.

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Dancefloor Diplomacy

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 12:30:48 GMT

We’re going back to January 2014 now… and John and myself were spoilt for choice when it came to Top Stories. It’s Bugle issue 257 - Dancefloor Diplomacy.

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WTF is going on?

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 00:00:11 GMT

An issue of the Bugle now given a title that could have frankly fitted any issue of the Bugle ever recorded. WTF is going on? It was September 2019, and Aditi Mittal and Tom Ballard were with me to answer the question.

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Space, Snow and Super Bowl

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 00:00:11 GMT

February 2018 now, and Alice and Anuvab were with me to talk space, snow and Super Bowl - with a specific look at an orbiting car. It’s Bugle issue 4059.

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Calendar means Calendar

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:00:03 GMT

Theresa May gave one of the most excruciatingly toe curlingly awful speeches ever in October 2017. Nish and Alice joined me to ponder just how bad the Conservative conference was.

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Mind The Gap!

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 00:00:54 GMT

We’re going back to Sept 2013 now - and the chasm between rich and poor was reaching epic proportions on both sides of the Atlantic. And of course politicians were quick to point the finger at the poor for being crap. It’s Bugle issue 247, Mind the Gap.

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The Queen is on fire!

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:33 GMT

The late-great Queen, Her Majesty, old Queenie, Lizzie the second, Lillibet, Granny Liz - whatever you choose to call her… she was pretty busy in May 2011. I was joined by John for Bugle issue 155, The Queen is on fire!

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Ram the Ramparts

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 00:00:27 GMT

We’re going back to July 2019 now. Donald Trump was doing his thing as the Americans celebrated Independence Day. I was joined by Anuvab and Alice for Bugle issue 4114, Ram the Ramparts.

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Dastardly Things

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 00:00:05 GMT

In September 2019 I gave Tom Ballard and Nato Green the important job of deciding who has the biggest bad guy… Saudi Arabia, or Iran? It’s Bugle issue 4122, Dastardly Things.

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Russian into battle

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:00:31 GMT

A classic rivalry reared its ugly head in August 2013. Tensions between Presidents Obama and Putin were reaching dangerous heights. It’s issue 244 – Russian into battle.

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Crazies Special

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 00:00:03 GMT

We love an eccentric leader here at the Bugle. And rash decisions and questionable morals abounded in December 2010 as John and myself recorded Bugle issue 137, Crazies Special.

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Freeze The Oil

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:57 GMT

As we recorded in May 2010 more than a hundred million gallons of oil in the Gulf of Mexico was proving pretty difficult to clear up. It’s Bugle issue 116, Freeze The Oil.

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Let's Sit In Silence and Watch a bird go "Honk."

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 00:00:09 GMT

Alice and Nish joined Andy in October 2019 for an important update in the evolutionary race between humans and other animals. It’s Bugle issue 4127, Let's Sit In Silence and Watch a bird go "Honk.”.

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Paunchy Plutocrats, Inc.

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 00:00:22 GMT

In July 2017 Andy was joined by Alice Fraser to take a deep dive into North Korea’s nuclear capabilities - with some unique ideas for the future of diplomacy. It’s Bugle issue 4036, Paunchy Plutocrats, Inc.

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The gifts that keep giving

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 00:00:38 GMT

Robert Mugabe was going nowhere without a struggle in August 2013. Plus, Silvio Berlusconi was back in the news - a happy day indeed! It’s Bugle issue 243, The gifts that keep giving.

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Keep it in your pants

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 00:00:42 GMT

We’re visiting May 2011 now - Andy and John were handing out some PSHE education… with some top tips on avoiding any confusion when it comes to consent. It’s Bugle issue 154, Keep it in your pants.

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Massive Cuts

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:19 GMT

In October 2010 a UK spending review triggered the start of a bleak time of austerity for the nation. The news was broken to the nation by millionaire Chancellor George Osborne. It’s Bugle issue 132, Massive Cuts.

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Jubilee Special

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 00:00:06 GMT

Bugle issue 196 in June 2012 featured Barack Obama in the Top Story slot. But even the 44th President off the USA couldn’t get ahead of some very important sports news that I just had to bring to the nation.

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#JeSuisCharlie

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 00:00:30 GMT

January 2015 now, and the year got off to a heavy start. A cartoon in a French magazine sparked a horrific attack. Myself and John tried to get our heads round the barbarism - and global reaction.

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Tit for Tat

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 00:00:14 GMT

We’re visiting June 2018 now. It was a busy week as we recorded Bugle issue 4070 - Alice joined me to look at Ukrainian 'assassinations' and… dachshunds.

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You’re Fired – Afforced Acquiescence

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:00:28 GMT

In May 2017 in his early White House days Donald Trump was channelling his Apprentice persona - firing a pretty big player in national security. Anuvab joined me for Bugle 4028, You’re Fired – Afforced Acquiescence.

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A Human Centipede Of Backstabbing

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 10:40:33 GMT

In June 2019 Tiff Stevenson and James Nokise joined me as we waited patiently for the Conservatives to pick our new PM. It’s Bugle issue 4112 - A Human Centipede of backstabbing.

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What would Draco do?

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 05:00:12 GMT

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Electile Dysfunction

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:00:31 GMT

Now we’re heading back to May 2017, it was election season in the UK - but two of the key players had gone AWOL. It’s Bugle issue 4029, Electile Dysfunction

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Long Over-Jew

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 11:39:08 GMT

In March 2011 Pope Benedict was feeling forgiving - and decided it was in his gift to make one epic exoneration. It’s Bugle issue 146 Long over-Jew.

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Woman gives birth!

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 00:00:13 GMT

We’re going back now to one truly happy day for mankind. There was reason for celebration in July 2013 as Britain welcomed a royal baby. It’s Bugle issue 242, Woman gives birth! Today's episode is introduced by Chris Skinner.

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Not Enough Kicking

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:00:05 GMT

June 2019 now, and Australia was giving us plenty to think about. Andy was joined by Alice and Anuvab for Bugle issue 4111 Not Enough Kicking. Today's episode is introduced by Chris Skinner.

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Judges and prison

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 00:00:17 GMT

India has provided some classic Bugle top stories… and in June 2017, it was the tale of one questionable judge. For Bugle issue 4034 Andy was joined by Anuvab Pal.

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Singing in the Reign

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 00:00:04 GMT

Patriotism was in Vogue in June 2012 - as Britain celebrated the diamond jubilee in typically British style… in the rain. It’s Bugle issue 197 - Singing in the Reign.

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Do I Not Leak That

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:25 GMT

Wikileaks was responsible for a deluge of classified information being released in December 2010. But the jury was out on just how bothered anyone was about the revelations. It’s issue 136 - Do I Not Leak That.

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Britain can no longer afford defence against aliens

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:00:03 GMT

In December 2009 some serious cost-cutting measures were needed as a recession loomed in the UK. Bingo and UFOs were of course the obvious places to save a pound or two. It’s Bugle issue 98, Britain can no longer afford defence against aliens.

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Fart jokes for the Taliban

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 09:57:13 GMT

April 2014 now, and the Great Barrier Reef was making headlines - for all the wrong reasons. Alice Fraser and Sami Shah joined Andy for Bugle issue 4024.

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Breadgate

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 00:00:23 GMT

Nish Kumar revisits Breadgate/Bread Roll Gate, as revealed in Bugle 4132 and his brilliant stand up show Your Power, Your Control, which you can buy now.

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Mukbang

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 09:00:44 GMT

There’s nothing humanity loves more than to ignore the experts. In November 2019 we were collectively refusing to listen to 11,000 climate scientists. It’s Bugle issue 4129.

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Gaining My Religion

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:00:27 GMT

Pensioners - there’s loads of them. And in April 2014 in the UK the Government came up with an interesting plan to predict people’s deaths - presumably to save some money. It’s issue 267, Gaining My Religion.

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We're having a baby!

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 00:00:06 GMT

Briton’s were celebrating in December 2012 - and despite some logistical issues, myself and John just had to record a Bugle to celebrate the announcement of a magical royal baby. It’s Bugle issue 216, We're having a baby!

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Weapons of mass election

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 10:49:13 GMT

Excitement was ramping up in the States in January 2012 as the Iowa caucus kicked off an election year. It’s Bugle issue 177 Weapons of Mass Election.

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KalashniCough

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 00:00:28 GMT

In February 2020 there was one big question we were all worrying about - just how worried did we need to be? Oh if only we’d know….

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Fruitcakes and Loonies

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 00:00:21 GMT

We’re visiting May 2014 now - and Nigel Farage was leading the charge as a bunch of terrifying politicians tried to take Europe back to the good old days. It’s Bugle issue 270, Fruitcakes and Loonies.

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Inprismed

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:00:06 GMT

Edward Snowden - remember him? No, I thought not. Well here’s a little reminder from June 2013 - It’s Bugle issue 238, Inprismed.

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A Drop of Reagan’s Blood

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 00:00:38 GMT

Now you might think we’ve been waiting a while for an election here in the UK - but back in May 2012 Egyptians were going to the polls in a VERY loooooooooong awaited election. It’s Bugle issue 195.

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Bad news for stupid buildings, Afghanistan & shoes

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:13 GMT

Copenhagen was the hot ticket in Dec 2009 as global leaders gathered to tackle the climate crisis - and we all know how well that went. It’s Bugle issue 97, Bad news for stupid buildings, Afghanistan & shoes.

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Peak Nigel

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 00:00:58 GMT

Donald Trump has kindly provided so many Top Stories for us over the years. He really is the ‘gift’ that keeps giving. In October 2019 Hari and Helen were with Andy to try and make sense of his latest achievements. It’s Bugle issue 4124.

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Weekend at Bernie's

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 11:00:00 GMT

We all need a holiday from time to time. Well in Sept 2009 myself and John returned from a Bugle break to find that despite our time away - nothing much had changed in the world. It’s issue 89 The Bugle finally returns.

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The Ebola Tombola

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 00:00:38 GMT

Ebola was causing a nuisance in October 2014. And of course the world leapt into action - once the virus left the shores of Africa. It’s issue 275, The Ebola Tombola.

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Britain's Back Baby!

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 00:00:50 GMT

We were feeling proud to be `British in December 2011. We had proof that the nation was back on the map. It’s issue 174, Britain's Back Baby!

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Birthday Party! Super Best Friends Invited!

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 16:14:40 GMT

Proof now that we’re stuck in an endless loop of doom and hellfire. In April 2010 myself and John recorded Bugle issue 112 - and the hot topic, an Icelandic volcano.

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After Iowa, only 302 days left to go

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 00:00:39 GMT

Welcome to 2023’s 1st Top Story. Here’s the first ever January Bugle, from 2008 it’s Bugle 11 - After Iowa, only 302 days left to go…

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Twas the Dick before Christmas

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:00:06 GMT

Here’s bugle 282, Twas the Dick before Christmas! In 2014, we celebrated a world full of countries being dicks!

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Christmas special! (2016 edition)

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:33 GMT

It's the originally titled Christmas Special, from 2016, with Andy, and Helen Zaltzman

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Christmas Special! (2013 edition)

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 00:00:49 GMT

Here’s another Christmas classic from The Bugle, It’s ep 254, from 2013…

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A Christmas Bugle!

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 00:00:10 GMT

Today it is Bugle 138’s Christmas special, from 2010.

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Mike Pence gets horny

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 00:00:42 GMT

In December 2021 there was an early Christmas gift for us all in the form of Donald Trump’s first impeachment. Andy was joined by Alice and Hari to disect the news. It’s issue 4134, Mike Pence gets horny.

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Not Scared, Bored

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:32 GMT

We’re going back to March 2017 now and there was a shocking terror attack on Westminster. Nish was with me to ponder why some people are just total, er, cunts. It’s issue 4022, Not Scared, Bored.

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Istanbul's hit

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 00:00:32 GMT

Join me now as we go to a World roundup from June 2013. Which nations were soaring ahead in the power leagues? It’s issue 237 Istanbul's hit.

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'Like eating Bill Cosby'

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 08:15:25 GMT

In April 2012 we were celebrating a true achiever. It was a 100 years since Scott of the Antarctic went down in history as a total legend.

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Iran goes for the world record for show trials

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:11 GMT

We’re going way back inn time now to August 2009. But some things never change - it’s issue 88, Iran goes for the world record for show trials

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Evil but competent

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 08:21:09 GMT

Boris Johnson was rocking the boat in August 2019. Andy was joined by Alice Fraser and Mark Steel to discuss whether the Prime Minister was pro rogue or anti rogue.

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Terrorists eat cauliflowers

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:00:26 GMT

We’re going back to February 2017 now - and the Bugle was deep in its Trump era. The President was spoiling us with his very specific leadership style. It’s issue 4016 Terrorists eat cauliflowers.

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Motown breaks down

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 00:00:02 GMT

Like all true Brits, we love to talk about the weather. Andy and John were melting in July 2013 - it’s Bugle issue 241 Motown breaks down.

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Captain Crazy corks it

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 00:00:38 GMT

In October 2011 we were bowing our heads and paying a fitting tribute to Colonel Gaddafi - after his game of hide and seek drew to a dramatic close.

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The Bugle finally returns

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 07:44:50 GMT

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Pocket Gods

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 00:00:07 GMT

We had serious concerns in October 2018 about the future of happiness. It started with smiling being banned. Where would it end? Alice Fraser and Aditi Mittal were with me to contemplate a world without joy. It’s issue 4085 Pocket Gods.

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Tolerance is just laziness

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:00:41 GMT

Donald Trump was still settling into the White House in February 2017. But he was already helping to forge some interesting new alliances around the world. Wyatt Cenac joined me for Bugle issue 4015 Tolerance is just laziness.

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Beard means business

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 08:35:29 GMT

Environmental protesters were making their voices heard in September 2014. Record numbers took to the streets in New York - leaving John’s dog feeling a little miffed. It’s issue 274 Beard means business.

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Tennis racquet marries guinea pig

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:19 GMT

May 2013 now and homophobia was having a moment. Former British MP Lord Norman Tebbit was leading the charge. And we named Bugle issue 236 “Tennis racquet marries guinea pig”.

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Tunisia is Revolting

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 10:34:56 GMT

It was the end of an era in January 2011 as Tunisia’s Ben Ali was ousted from power - in a manner perfectly befitting his tenure. It’s Bugle issue 141 Tunisia is Revolting.

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A flood of news, and floods

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 07:51:29 GMT

September 2017 now and the diplomatic tit for tat between the US and Russia was reaching a crescendo. Alice Fraser joined Andy for Bugle issue 4041 A flood of news, and floods.

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Lenin in a Dress

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 00:00:13 GMT

America’s widening wealth gap was up for discussion in December 2013 - with some bad news for the great American Dream. It’s Bugle issue 253 Lenin in a Dress.

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Global Election Round Up

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 00:00:40 GMT

Democracy fans had a real treat in the Spring of 2012. The US, Mexico, Russia, Greece and France were all going to the polls. So it was only right that Bugle issue 194 should be a Global Election Round Up.

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UN-couth

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 06:39:16 GMT

September 2010 now and the 65th UN General assembly was underway in New York. Of course John was there to give his analysis.

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Burma triumphs at made-up crime prevention

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 07:14:54 GMT

Aung San Suu Kyi’s house arrest was given a bizarre extension in August 2009. Andy and John tried to their heads round the legal wrangling. Its Bugle issue 86 Burma triumphs at made-up crime prevention.

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Brelectageddon

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 00:00:57 GMT

We’ve been on a real roll in Britain in recent years when it comes to Prime Ministers. In December 2017 Andy was joined by Anuvab, Alice and Mark Steel as we digested the general election. Mark inparticular had some frustrations to vent. It’s issue, 4133 Brelectageddon.

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A truly British democracy

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 00:00:42 GMT

In June 2017, the British public once again let themselves down at the polling booths. The day after the landmark vote Andy was joined by Helen and Aparna Nancherla to unpick what had just happened.

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Goodness Gracious G8 Balls Of Tennis

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 10:28:21 GMT

The G8 were getting together for their annual jolly in June 2013. Ireland was playing host to the diplomatic dance. It’s issue 239, Goodness Gracious G8 Balls Of Tennis.

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Uncle Rupert is the real victim

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 00:00:26 GMT

There was only one inquiry in town in April 2012. That’s right Leveson. Ring any bells? Well let us remind you. It’s Bugle issue 192, Uncle Rupert is the real victim.

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Some Seriously Bad Pope-ing

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 07:30:30 GMT

Today, a look back at when white smoke bellowed from the heavens. No, not the Vatican, Iceland.

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Look at this Massive Election!

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 00:00:21 GMT

The world's biggest democracy was going to the polls in May 2019. We took a deep dive into Indian democracy with Anuvab Pal for issue 4107 - Look at this Massive Election!

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Evolution special

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:00:05 GMT

We’re going back To February 2017 now - and I was joined by Helen for a major update on the future of planet Earth. It’s issue 4017 - Evolution special.

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Nuns, guns and nutters

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:21 GMT

Britain’s long and messy divorce from Europe was just beginning in May 2013. In Bugle issue 234 we were coming to terms with UKIP and making ourselves familiar with one Mr Nigel Farage.

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Mayhem Update

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 08:09:11 GMT

In spring 2011 we had a little break here on the Bugle. Putting our feet up for a few weeks. But of course that meant there was no shortage of bonkers behaviour to catch you up on for Bugle issue 148 - Mayhem Update.

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Iran's Theocracy: Letting God decide the election

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 08:00:03 GMT

Iran was giving us all a lesson in democracy in June 2009 - with a shock victory that left Andy and John reeling for Bugle issue 79 - Iran's Theocracy: Letting God decide the election.

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World turned upside down

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 00:00:03 GMT

In April 2017 Andy was in Australia and there were debut appearances for two new Buglers - welcome David O'Doherty and Tom Ballard. It’s issue 4023 - World turned upside down.

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(Product from) Pigs Might Fly (Off The Shelves)

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 00:00:15 GMT

We’re taking you back in time now to Kiev in December 2013 - and a new challenger for the title of toughest world leader. It’s Bugle issue 252.

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Happy Deathiversary!

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 07:53:36 GMT

May 2012 marked one year since the death of one of the most wanted men in the World. It was causing John to feel poetic - launching his exclusive greetings card line. It’s issue 193 - Happy Deathiversary!

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A Greek Tragedy

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 00:00:39 GMT

In November 2011 the people were fighting back. So of course - so were the powers that be. It’s Bugle issue 171 - A Greek Tragedy.

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Countdown to Vote-ageddon

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 07:39:08 GMT

Britain was reaching new heights of democracy in May 2010 as we recorded Bugle issue 113 - Countdown to Vote-ageddon. And a political blooper from Gordon Brown gave Andy and John plenty to analyse.

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American Carnage

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 00:00:58 GMT

In January 2017 The White House had a new resident - Donald J Trump. Straight off the back of the inaugaration - Hari joined me to try and make sense of what had just happened. It’s Bugle issue 4013 American Carnage.

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Baby got Hack

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 00:00:05 GMT

Syria’s electronic army got the better of the West in May 2013 with the power of a single Tweet - but on the upside it allowed us to give Bugle issue 233 the title Baby Got Hack.

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Gentlemen, start your engines!

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 00:00:55 GMT

In March 2012 there was one of those oh so British moments of panic. Of course it involved a queue and some dim-witted politicians. It’s issue 188 Gentlemen, start your engines!

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Man Versus Nature

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 00:00:18 GMT

The news was so bleak in March 2011 that John Oliver admitted something truly shocking about himself. It’s Bugle issue 147 Man Versus Nature - and Andy joined John on the phone from Chennai.

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Britain Holds its Breath

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 08:00:00 GMT

The countdown was on in April 2010, as the UK learnt it was to go to the polls. A general election was afoot - and the Tories had a secret weapon up their sleeve. It’s Bugle issue 110 Britain Holds its Breath.

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William The Bonquerer

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 23:00:45 GMT

At some points in Bugle history there has only been one top story in town. April 2020 is one of those times… Yes, that’s right… Covid has infected Top Stories. It’s issue 4149 William The Bonquerer.

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Making nothing out of something

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 23:00:12 GMT

In March 2014 the Russian invasion of Crimean peninsula was high in the headlines. So which element of this crisis did myself and John Oliver decide to focus on? Dolphins of course. It’s issue 264 Making nothing out of something.

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Berlusconi: Hard to swallow

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 23:00:49 GMT

Silvio Berlusconi makes another appearance in Top Stories now. The Italian stallion surpassed himself in September 2011 with a particularly passionate rant. It’s issue 167 Berlusconi: Hard to swallow.

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12 Friends and 1 Champion

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 23:00:06 GMT

An icon of an episode! Cast your mind back now to September 2010 and those exciting days in the UK when the Pope graced us with his presence. It’s Bugle issue 127 12 Friends and 1 Champion.

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Will China rule the world in the future?

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 08:07:25 GMT

Here at Top stories we like to take you back in time to Bugle’s past… but for this issue, we’re messing with the space-time continuum - it’s Bugle issue 84 Will China rule the world in the future?

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Swede Dreams are Made of Trees

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 23:00:21 GMT

April 2019 now and Greta Thunberg was in the UK. Andy was joined by Nish Kumar and Nato Green for the issue 4106 Swede Dreams are Made of Trees.

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Free At Last!

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 23:00:49 GMT

Get out your star spangled banner - it was celebration time in Bugle issue 213. Yes, it was November 2012 and Barack Obama was re-elected as US President. But as the title Free At Last suggests - it wasn’t so much the result that John was celebrating.

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The truth about lies

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 23:00:10 GMT

There was a shock revelation in Jan 2012 regarding the British habit of telling porkies. And a warning that the nation could be heading towards a crisis. It’s issue 180 The truth about lies.

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The Bugle Ethics Special

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 23:00:08 GMT

Here at the Bugle we like to shine a light on some of the most deplorable humans on the planet. For issue 107 in March 2010 we were spoilt for choice - it’s The Bugle Ethics Special.

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How Low Will They Go?

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 23:00:20 GMT

John McCain was on the campaign trail in October 2008, and some back peddling was underway - after some serious mud-slinging in Barack Obama’s direction. It’s issue 48 How Low Will They Go?

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Buy lead and Horny Horses

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 23:00:16 GMT

For our 250th Top Story we’re going back in time to a highlight in America’s great history of the patriarchy. Judge Kavanaugh was the hot topic for issue October 2018.

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Season 2!

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 14:40:00 GMT

The UK was gripped by a referendum as we recorded Bugle issue 273 - and no, not THAT referendum. This was September 2014 - before Brexit was even in our lexicon. Yep, it was the Scottish referendum keeping myself and John on the edge of our seats.

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Wind of change

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 23:00:21 GMT

Hurricane Sandy swept through New York in November 2012. Cue plenty of finger pointing by those hoping to use the weather to their political advantage. It’s issue 212 - Wind of Change.

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Streets of Rage

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 13:18:42 GMT

Capitalist fat cats were shaking in their boots in October 2011. Occupy Wall Street was raging against the machine for issue 168.

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Did you get peace in the Mid-East for Xmas?

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 07:05:21 GMT

As we welcomed in 2009 Andy and John looked back in time to try and find a happier new year for the Middle East. It’s a suitably festive Bugle issue 58.

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The News Stinks

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 23:00:46 GMT

In May 2019 Alice and Hari joined me for issue 4109 The News Stinks - and we tried to get out head round some particularly grim news from the US.

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An Insult To Civic Society

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 23:00:05 GMT

Russia’s democratic system was under the Bugle’s scrutiny in March 2012. That’s right President Putin was celebrating another victory. It’s issue 186 An Insult to Civic Society.

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Walls throughout the ages

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 23:00:00 GMT

Now as far as top stories go, this one might get the prize for the most obscure. Yep, in November 2009 for Bugle issue 95 - we were talking all things “Walls”.

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Electoral Labour

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 11:47:17 GMT

October 2012 today, for Bugle issue 211 the US election was just around the corner. Myself and John pondered over the prospect of life with Mitt Romney in the White House.

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You Will Know Us By Our Knobbly Fruit

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 06:23:00 GMT

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We’re going back to a more innocent time now. How we laughed over the Lisbon treaty in June 2008. It’s issue 34 You Will Know Us By Our Knobbly Fruit.

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The Reverse Skrillex

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 23:00:08 GMT

April 2019 now and a surprising breakthrough in the fight against Malaria. Nish Kumar and Matt Forde joined Andy for The Reverse Skrillex.

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5th Birthday Edition

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 23:00:25 GMT

In October 2012 the Bugle turned 5 years old - and what better way to celebrate than with a Top Story looking at some impressive brass balls.

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The American right to flip the bird

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 23:00:41 GMT

Flipping the bird - such a small but satisfying gesture. And in March 2010 the middle finger was the subject of a bizarre legal wrangle - and yes, of course - it was in America. It’s Bugle issue 106.

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Gordon Brown gets a bad dose of the quits

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 06:42:53 GMT

June 2009 now and Prime Minister Gordon Brown was having a bit of a mare. Cabinet resignations were coming in thick and fast as we recorded Bugle issue 77.

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Economic Armageddon Approacheth

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 23:00:30 GMT

We’re heading back in time now to September 2008 and some very rich bankers had some explaining to do as the world hurtled towards financial armageddon.

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Obama and his Al-Qaeda style video

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 23:00:29 GMT

We love a bit of pope news here on the Bugle. And in March 2009 Benedict XVI didn’t disappoint - delivering some classic Pope lines on a trip to Africa.

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Bashar goes to Madcon 1

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 23:00:13 GMT

We all get wrapped up in our own lives now and again - but in August 2011 Bashar Al Assad finally went crazy enough for the international community to start taking notice. It’s issue 165 Bashar Goes Madcon 1.

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Brazilliant!

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 23:00:36 GMT

In August 2010 we were beating our samba drums and counting down to the Brazilian election in true Carnival style. It’s issue 124 Brazilliant!

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A Few Bad Men

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 23:00:58 GMT

We’ve dedicated a lot of time here on the Bugle to marking the exploits of some very dodgy people. And in November 2012 we had a bonanza on our hands. It’s Bugle 214 a Few Bad Men.

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Obama and KSM

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 07:18:20 GMT

June 08 was a big moment for Barack Obama - but Hillary Clinton was taking her time to step aside in the race to be Democratic Presidential candidate. Here are John and Andy with Bugle issue number 32.

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Slow Cook Democracy

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 23:00:29 GMT

Today we are in May 2015 - when there was a mere 18 months to go before the next US Presidential election. So of course the democratic machine was already cranking up. It’s issue 293 - Slow Cook Democracy.

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Santorum splashes out

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 23:00:24 GMT

We *love* a Presidential race at the Bugle. And in April 2012 Rick Santorum was making the fight for the White House even more entertaining than usual.

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The Falklands War Part II

Sun, 10 Sep 2023 23:00:38 GMT

We’re going back in time now to March 2010, when Andy and John were going back even further - to the 1980s. It’s issue 105 - The Falklands War Part II.

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The Vegas Special

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 10:24:15 GMT

Today it's Producer Chris coming to you from the good ship Bugle Mc Bugle face with some top nautical news for you in this issue of Top Stories. It was bugle issue 54, back in November 2008

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Adults and Aliens

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 06:59:43 GMT

Every issue of the Bugle is an audio treat - but this top story is, er, out of this world! Issue 29, from May 2008 was titled Adults & Aliens.

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Fashion & Fascism

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 23:00:33 GMT

A report by Amnesty International is never good news - and in February 2017 the organisation gave a damning verdict on the state of global human rights. Fortunately Nish Kumar was on hand to disect the bad news and come up with witty tennis comparisons.

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Nailing the truth to the floor

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 23:00:06 GMT

Sometimes the world is just too bleak to contemplate - and that’s when you need a Top Story like this. In November 2013 a man in Russia came to the Bugle’s rescue - by nailing his testicles to Red Square. It’s issue 251: Nailing the truth to the floor.

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It's time to ban slap bass

Sun, 03 Sep 2023 23:00:56 GMT

The world population reached a landmark in October 2011. Great news for Bugle listening figures - not such great news for the future of humanity.

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Backwang Forever

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 23:00:54 GMT

Some Bugle episodes have very simple titles that tell you what’s in store. Some don’t. Today for example, it’s Backwang Forever, keep listening to find out what on earth happened there…

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Republican Convention Special

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 23:00:24 GMT

Issue 44 of the Bugle now and 8 days of some of the most hardcore political grandstanding ever attempted had left both Andy and John feeling somewhat patriotic about good old Blighty. That’s right - it’s the Republican Convention Special.

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George W Bush Nostalgia

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 23:00:35 GMT

In January 2017 hopes were high that things couldn’t get much worse than the shit-show that had been 2016. But, you guessed it… those hopes were dashed from the off. Its Bugle issue 4011: George W Bush Nostalgia

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Mars, Merchandise and Mad Men!

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 23:00:19 GMT

Penises are like buses… a few top stories ago we had a knob on a rooftop. Now, it’s a penis on Mars. Not the most important story in April 2013 - but nevertheless it is the story we decided to dedicate our show to.

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Egypt Crisis - a good time to buy a jumper

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 23:00:07 GMT

Today, Bugle 143, where Egypt was in the news. Egypt is less in the news now so does that mean that everything is fine?

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Does Kim Jong Il have the grapes to start a war?

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 23:00:43 GMT

Who doesn’t love a bit of nuke news? That’s right more international law flouting by North Korea. It was June 09 and Bugle issue 76: Does Kim Jong Il have the grapes to start a war?

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Food! Nonexistent Food!

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 07:52:02 GMT

There was some worrying news for food fans back in April 2008… It’s Bugle issue 26: Food! Nonexistent Food!

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Resistible force versus movable object

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 23:00:50 GMT

We’re heading back to April 2015 now, with just days to go before the general election. Things were hotting up as the great British public took their usual complete lack of interest in all things democratic.

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A Kama Sutra approach to the truth

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 05:47:07 GMT

The episode that introduced the F**k Dungeon... we all have bad days, even Presidents. And in October 2012 a lack lustre day at the office for President Obama was our top story. It’s bugle issue 208: A Kama Sutra approach to the truth.

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Making a mountain out of a mountain

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 23:00:27 GMT

We’re going back to July 2011 now and the News of the World phone hacking scandal was going on…. and on. Prompting one protester to take matters into his own hands. It’s Bugle issue 162: Making a mountain out of a mountain.

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Valentine's Day Special

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 23:00:31 GMT

A momentous day from history is marked. Bugle issue 104 looked back at Nelson Mandela’s release from prison 20 years earlier.

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Possibly the longest penis joke in the world, ever

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 23:00:16 GMT

Today we pay tribute now to one of the best acts of teenage rebellion to ever go down in history. We take our hats off to then-18 year old Rory McInnes - issue 69 in March 2009.

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Iran, pick on a country your own size!

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 23:00:54 GMT

Today on top stories the election victory party invite that nobody wanted. As election results go the Iranian election in June 2009 was pretty noteworthy, and for all the wrong reasons. It’s Bugle issue 80, Iran, pick on a country your own size!

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Sarah Palin- One giant leap backwards for humankind

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 23:00:55 GMT

We’re going back to October 2008 now and Sarah Palin’s big moment. Bringing folksy to the Vice Presidential debate. It’s issue 47, Sarah Palin- One giant leap backwards for humankind.

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Troubled Bridge Over Boiling Water

Sun, 13 Aug 2023 23:00:31 GMT

Enjoying the British summer? Yeah - thought not. Well we’re going back now to one of the many spells of bonkers weather we’ve seen over the life of the Bugle. It’s issue 256 - Troubled Bridge Over Boiling Water.

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This is an ex-president!

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 23:00:50 GMT

Today on Top Stories the moment Hosni Mubarek became an ex-dictator. Or did he? Andy and Jon tried to decode the rumours that were swirling in June 2012.

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Donald Trump in drag

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 06:33:04 GMT

We’ve landed in July 2010 - and the Queen is living it large in the USA. Jon Oliver had the stateside view on the regal visit - Alice Fraser introduces Bugle issue 122.

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The Queen should play poker

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 23:00:55 GMT

We travel back in time now to April 2013 and we find Britain in the depths of mourning. That’s right it was the dark weeks that followed the death of Margaret Thatcher. It’s Bugle issue 231, The Queen should play poker.

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Egypt Erupts

Sun, 06 Aug 2023 23:00:34 GMT

2011 was a big year for civil disobedience. Riot fever was spreading like a twitter storm. It was the turn of Egypt to overthrow its leader as we recorded Bugle issue 142, Egypt Erupts.

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Does the EU really want El Presidente Blair?

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 07:55:42 GMT

We’re going back to November 2009 now and Europe was looking for a President. Contenders were throwing their hats in the ring, but before they could be crowned there was a little matter of the Lisbon treaty. It’s Bugle episode 94, Does the EU really want El Presidente Blair?

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Foreign snow is invading Britain!

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 23:00:54 GMT

Hi Buglers, weather is weird, so let's go back to Bugle 63, Foreign snow is invading Britain!

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How is Mugabe losing a rigged election?

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 08:16:20 GMT

Today on Top Stories, a man who managed to stick two fingers to the British establishment, yet still managed come across as a bit of a terrible guy. From 2008 it’s Bugle 23, How Is Mugabe losing a rigged election?

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Democramnesia

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 23:00:24 GMT

Now I wouldn’t blame you if you’d had your fill if Prime Ministerial resignations right now. But let’s remind you of one more - a tearful number 10 farewell in May 2019. I was joined by Alice Fraser and Mark Steele for issue 4110 Democramnesia.

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The Final Countdown

Sun, 30 Jul 2023 23:00:06 GMT

Things were feeling a little bleak in January 2012 as the boffins in charge of the Doomsday Clock broke some frankly terrifying news. It’s Bugle issue 178 The Final Countdown.

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McChrystal Balls

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 23:00:19 GMT

Ever daydreamed about quitting your job in dramatic fashion? Well in June 2010 General McChrystal gave us all a lesson in how to leave in style - getting himself sacked from a job I think we can all agree sounds pretty tough - Afghan war commander. Here I am with John Oliver in Bugle issue 120.

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Claiming expenses for MPs that do not exist

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 23:00:20 GMT

Now brace yourselves for the scandal of a lifetime. Think luxury duck houses and Branston Pickle. Yep it’s May 2009 and some dark days for our MPs.

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25 million people missing

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 23:00:29 GMT

We’re going way back into the darkest dustiest corner of the Bugle archive now - for issue number 7, 25 Million People Missing. It was November 2007 and Andy was having an identity crisis.

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Debt To America

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 23:00:04 GMT

We’re going back to August 2011 now - and there was more bad financial news for the world. Debts were racking up for the USA and a little creative accounting was in order. It’s issue 163 Debt To America.

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Fire Sale

Sun, 23 Jul 2023 23:00:12 GMT

Imagine a dystopian world where fire fighters would only help you if you’ve paid a fee on time. Oh hang on - we don’t need to imagine, we just need to listen to Bugle episode 130 Fire Sale. Here I am with John Oliver.

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Obama wins first pre-emptive Nobel Peace Prize

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 23:00:58 GMT

Let’s face it British politics doesn’t exactly have the same level of razzmatazz as that mustered up by the Americans. And in October 2009 - the Conservatives didn’t disappoint. Here are myself and John relieving the drama of the Tory Party conference.

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Sharon Stone fludges her pontullius

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 23:00:10 GMT

we love a good political stitch up at the Bugle - and in June 2008 president Bush’s former Press Secretary was on hand to dish the dirt in a new book. Here are Andy and John.

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Why Obama's inauguration will be like the Rio carnival

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 23:00:47 GMT

In Jan 09 Washington DC was on tenterhooks as a momentous milestone approached. That’s right President Obama was on his way to save mankind - Andy and John could hardly contain themselves. It’s Bugle issue 59 - Why Obama's inauguration will be like the Rio carnival

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Sex and Insects news

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 23:00:01 GMT

In February 2019 there was some serious insect news. Desiree Burch joined Andy and Alice Fraser to take stock of the looming catastrophe.

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Cliff Diving

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 23:00:42 GMT

Yesterday’s Top Story was all about the looming financial crisis facing America at the end of 2008 - now we’re leaping forward 5 years to January 2013 - and the fiscal cliff edge was fast approaching…. Or was it? It’s issue 218 - Cliff Diving.

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Obama and his not so secret code name

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 23:01:22 GMT

In November 2008 the American economy was in crisis - but with President Bush on his way out, and Obama not yet in - let’s just say that there wasn’t exactly a lot of work going on in the White House. It’s Bugle issue 53 - Obama and his not so secret code name

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Oil is running out, bring on the new Stone Age!

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 23:00:27 GMT

We’re going all the way back to October 2009 now - and there was panic about the state of oil production in the far off year of… 2020. And surprise, surprise, those in charge were sticking their fingers in their ears. Here are John and Andy in Bugle issue 93 - Oil is running out, bring on the new Stone Age!

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A Message to You, Rudy

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 23:00:29 GMT

Now it might be hard to believe now that Rudy Giuliani once stood a half decent chance of becoming President - but back in 2008 it was an actual possibility. So imagine Andy and John’s glee when the wheels tarted to fall off his campaign. It’s episode 15 - A Message to You, Rudy.

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The Bin King

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 23:00:05 GMT

President Trump never failed to deliver the goods to help a satirical podcast on its way. In Bugle issue 4096 in Sept 2019 myself, Alice and Hari took a look at Trump’s State of the Union address - and as you’d imagine, there was plenty to unpack.

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The President is not a gremlin

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 23:00:41 GMT

We’re going back to September 2012 now - and the start of the US Presidential campaign. John was lacking in sympathy for Mitt Romney as he suffered a challenging week, to put it mildly.

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Climate change denial and a Narnia of nutjobs

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 23:00:19 GMT

Now if there wasn’t already enough people out there denying climate change - in August 2010 the head of the UN’s climate change body found himself at the centre of hiccup that added heat to that fire. It’s Bugle 103 Climate change denial and a Narnia of nutjobs.

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Obama and his 'do nothing' wonderland

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 23:00:16 GMT

Remember those hopeful days early on in Obama’s time at the White House? The world felt like a good place - despite the fact that things were not going particularly well over there. But what have the facts got to do with anything? In February 2009 Andy and John Oliver were keen to jump on the optimism band wagon.

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Swearing at the Queen

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 23:00:50 GMT

Now you might feel like national pride is at a low ebb in the Uk right now. And it’s not a new thing - back in March 2008 Prime Minister Gordon Brown was trying to get us all feeling better about our nation. But let’s face it - that’s just not very British is it? It’s Bugle issue 21 - Swearing at the Queen.

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Mid Atlantica

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 23:00:33 GMT

It’s Brexit again. And in 2016 the latest twist in the story of our times was London’s apparent bid to escape the rest of the UK. Wyatt Cenac joined Andy for Bugle episode 4007 - Mid Atlantica.

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Techno! Techno! Technocrat!

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT

Italy, the land of ice cream and snappy dressers, was in the Bugle’s sights in November 2011 - for episode 173, Techno! Techno! Technocrat! We took a look at Prime Minister Mario Monti’s plans for the nation.

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That clock is pimped out!

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 07:05:24 GMT

The UK economy’s faced some turbulent times over the lifespan of The Bugle. So, we’ve tried to do what we can to help. And in August 2010 myself and John had some top tips for dealing with the budget deficit.

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Help Save The Investment Banker

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 23:00:59 GMT

We like to take desperate causes to our hearts at the Bugle. Always keen to shine a light on the plight of those less fortunate than ourselves. In Sept 2008 we had an urgent plea to our listeners - to Help Save The Investment Banker. It’s Bugle issue 45.

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110 Per Cent Behind Musaharraf

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 23:00:33 GMT

We love an election here at the Bugle. A chance to see democracy in motion - and so in Nov 2007 Andy and John were revelling in an announcement by Pakistan’s Pervez Musharraf.

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Independents Day

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 23:00:18 GMT

Moon news was first on the agenda for Bugle issue 4098 in February 2019. And if rich guys firing large rockets isn’t enough for you. Andy and Alice couldn’t leave out some very important Jesus fish news.

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Warm up and melt down

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 23:00:51 GMT

In June 2012 the world was preparing for another half-arsed attempt to save itself. That’s right the Rio Earth Summit was having another shot at what it failed to do previously. It’s Bugle issue 198, Warm Up and Melt Down.

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Royal Wedding Souvenir Edition

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 23:00:31 GMT

Excitement levels were off the scale in November 2010 - when all the world’s ills were fixed with one mega announcement. That’s right - a royal wedding was on the way to make everything ok. Of course Andy and John were keen to join the celebrations.

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United Nations? Not if Gaddafi has anything to do about it

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 23:00:45 GMT

Colonel Gaddafi provided us with plenty of material over the years - not least in Sept 2009, when he addressed the UN General Assembly for a full 90 minutes - and he wasn’t the only one trying to steal the limelight.

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Dead Hill Walking

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 23:00:46 GMT

We’re going back now to may 2008, episode Dead Hill Walking. Jon and Andy cast an eye over the state of the US Presidential election - and the Hill in question’s flagging campaign.

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Why the dolphins keep leaping

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 23:00:51 GMT

Sometimes the world just doesn’t deliver the comedy goods. Britain was looking pretty bleak in February 2019. In a desperate attempt to distract ourselves from Brexit, the Bugle turned to homelessness for Top Story in issue 4095 - Why the dolphins keep leaping.

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Do EU really love Us?

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 07:31:12 GMT

We love a rousing speech here at the Bugle. So imagine Andy and Jon’s joy in January 2013, as America’s first black President was sworn in for the second time. It’s Bugle issue 221.

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Flip Modi Squad

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 23:00:05 GMT

A royal baby soiling it’s nappy in New Zealand, or a momentous election in India… a tough call for top story in Bugle issue 266 in April 2014 FKA Flip Modi Squad.

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Wake up, Gaddafi

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 23:00:05 GMT

In May 2011 the death of one bad guy wasn’t enough for the world. Hot on the heels of Osama Bin Laden’s death, a Nato-led coalition had Muammar Gaddafi in it’s sights. John and Andy had some suggestions to help them achieve their goal.

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Instead of recession news, let's talk chimps

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 14:22:32 GMT

March 2009 saw the world spiralling into the depths of a financial crisis - but at the Bugle there was bigger news… That’s right - monkeys, and more specifically monkey tantrum news. It’s Bugle issue 67 Instead of recession news, let's talk chimps.

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History Repeating

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 23:00:10 GMT

Hari Kondabolu and Alice Fraser joined me in November 2019 for Bugle issue 4130, and a tri-continental look at President Trump’s impeachment inquiry.

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Who Do I Bribe

Sun, 11 Jun 2023 23:00:56 GMT

To India now and in November 2016 Anuvab Pal filled the Bugle in on Narendra Modi’s shock and awe tactics on tax evasion.

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The Trojan Horse

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 23:00:45 GMT

In August of 2012 Andy was mourning the end of the London Olympics - but thankfully the forthcoming US election was a great distraction.

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People will now only trust a naked politician

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 23:00:24 GMT

In January 2010 Obama supporters were coming to terms with the end of the warm and fuzzy feeling they’d been enjoying since his electoral victory. Andy Z and John Oliver had some advice to get them through the tough times.

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Karadzic's Scooby Doo disguise

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 23:00:23 GMT

The most wanted man in Europe was captured in July 2008. Radovan Karadzic’s hiding place was rumbled despite his best efforts - if you can call growing a beard any type of effort at all. It’s Bugle issue 38.

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Wall Nuts

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 23:00:00 GMT

If anything sums up the car crash that is Brexit it ’s Theresa May’s approach to getting it done in January 2019. Andy and Anuvab Pal discussed the merits of starting with Plan B.

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Selling Barack Obama's seat

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 23:00:26 GMT

Politicians deliver again and again for us - helping to make the Bugle the satirical behemoth that we know and love today. In December 2008 there was political corruption a plenty to keep Andy and John going.

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Deep Space Nine

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 23:00:30 GMT

David Cameron - remember him? Well in December 2011 the then Prime Minister caused a bit of a stir in Europe - setting the tone for the next 12 years of pain.

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Giant Chicken Coops versus Terror

Wed, 31 May 2023 23:00:57 GMT

We’re going back nearly a decade now to March 2014 - but this Top Story sounds eerily like it could be taking place in 2023. Crimea, Russia, and referendums that the international community refuses to recognise. It’s Bugle issue 263.

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Volcano Porn

Tue, 30 May 2023 23:00:57 GMT

We’ve been delving around in the Bugle archive for a while now - and in Bugle issue 30 in May 2008 Andy and John went even further back in time - to imagine the embryo that went on to become… me - as abortion was subject to political argument on both sides of the Atlantic.

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ZERO DT

Mon, 29 May 2023 23:00:46 GMT

In Nov 2016 we were left reeling by the result of the US election. Hari Kondabolu and I tried to make sense of a world that had allowed President Trump to come into being.

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5th versus 1st

Sun, 28 May 2023 23:00:50 GMT

In Nov 2013 both the British and US Government’s reached the halfway point of their administrations. Cue much naval gazing on both sides of the Atlantic. And of course Andy and John were also very happy to give our verdicts.

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Waking Up In A Different Britain

Thu, 25 May 2023 23:00:13 GMT

We’re going back now to May 2010 and a seismic shift in British politics. It was bye bye Labour and hello to… well, it was yet to be seen as we recorded issue 114 of The Bugle.

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The Real Swine Flu Vaccine

Wed, 24 May 2023 23:00:41 GMT

How innocent we were in April 2009 as we panicked over the swine flu pandemic. We joked about face masks and nervous coughs - if only we’d known… Here Andy is with John Oliver.

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A Very British Earthquake

Tue, 23 May 2023 23:00:19 GMT

Who could forget that monumental moment in recent British history… a natural disaster that rocked the nation… that’s right, we’re taking you back now to February 2008, and the aftermath of the Market Rasen Earthquake.

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Official Brexit Freedom Day Special

Mon, 22 May 2023 23:00:22 GMT

We’re heading to February 2019 now and I was joined by Al Murray and Mark Steel in the week Britain decided to go back to the polls - although maybe on the wrong thing.

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Invasion of the Asylugrants

Sun, 21 May 2023 23:00:31 GMT

Some issues are never far from the front pages - and in August 2013 it was immigration policy making headlines for the gazillionth time - on both sides of the Atlantic.

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I spy with my little eye

Thu, 18 May 2023 23:00:16 GMT

In May 2010 for Bugle Issue 121 we dedicated the top spot to a group of suspected Russian spies - although their methods of espionage seemed a little lacklustre.

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Let it all be over soon!

Wed, 17 May 2023 23:00:01 GMT

November 2008 now and there was only one story in town. Yep - the election of one Barack Obama as the 44th President of the USA. An historic moment definitely worthy of the Top Story slot on issue 51 of The Bugle.

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The Empire Strikes Back

Tue, 16 May 2023 23:00:59 GMT

We’re delving way back into the deepest darkest dustiest corners of the archives now… to bring you the Top Story from Bugle issue 2 in October 2007. Some stories never get old - in this case, the future of the British Empire. Here, Andy is with John.

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Brexray Specs

Mon, 15 May 2023 23:00:55 GMT

In Dec 2018 I surrounded myself with nu-skool Buglers Nish Kumar, Tiff Stevenson and Matt Forde to look at a baffling week in a baffling year in a baffling decade for UK politics. It’s Bugle 4091, Brexray Specs

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Papal Proton Packs

Sun, 14 May 2023 23:00:20 GMT

Today we lead on Popus Benedictus Sextus Decimus, who in Feb 13 has a slightly uncertain future. It’s Bugle 224, Papal Proton Packs

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Gaddafi's Last Bugle?

Thu, 11 May 2023 23:00:09 GMT

Remember when Colonel Muamar Gadaffi was alive? Well in Aug 2011 it was pretty easy to as he was. Just. This is bugle 166, Gaddafi’s Last bugle

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In Rude Health

Wed, 10 May 2023 23:00:40 GMT

We’re going back to March 2010 now and Andy and I checked the pulse of America, as a landmark bill was passed. It’s significance was clear - thanks to an F-bomb from a 'young' Joe Biden.

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George Bush: 'Regrets? I've had a few'

Wed, 10 May 2023 12:30:42 GMT

In June 2008 President George Bush was gracing Europe with his presence. He did an interview with The Times - and voiced a regret, that maybe some feel didn’t quite account for all his behaviour during 8 years at the White House.

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Vote Rochelle

Mon, 08 May 2023 23:00:35 GMT

With just a few days to go until the 2016 US election I was joined by Wyatt Cenac to discuss important issues, like why Rochelle from your local McDonalds would make a great President.

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Waffles are Forever

Sun, 07 May 2023 23:00:15 GMT

Time for a crime roundup for you. That’s right - in February 2013 the courts were very busy. Expect diamonds, killer athletes and dodgy MPs.

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Sport!

Thu, 04 May 2023 23:00:06 GMT

Ah, the halcyon days of summer 2012. London was awash with good cheer as the Olympics finally got underway. Andy and John couldn’t help but get involved with the beautiful, intoxicating sport-fever.

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The G8. Saving the world incredibly slowly

Wed, 03 May 2023 23:00:59 GMT

In July 09 the G8 was putting on its super hero cape and rushing to the rescue of the World - and leading the charge was conference host Silvio Berlusconi - who, as usual, had his own crisis to deal with.

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The Guantanamo Graduates

Tue, 02 May 2023 23:00:30 GMT

Cast yourself way back now to February 2008, and that ‘glorious’ day that seemed like it would never arrive… that’s right, America finally charged six residents of Guantanamo Bay. It’s Bugle issue 17.

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America's over there

Mon, 01 May 2023 23:00:33 GMT

he great nation of America has given us many hours of content here on the Bugle. June 2017 was one such time, and in Bugle issue 4033 I was joined by Hari Kondabolu to get the latest from Trump Town.

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Salvo For Mali

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 23:00:24 GMT

March 2013 and the World acts late on the Mali terror crisis. The French military intervened - albeit rather briefly.

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Wangderlust

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 23:00:25 GMT

There was good news for the male of the species in February 2012 - that’s right it was confirmed that the gender is not going extinct. We celebrated in true Bugle style.

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Why the global economy is like Elvis

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 23:00:14 GMT

In February 2010 the global economy was was a shambling, bloated parody of it’s former self - and in Bugle 102 myself and John noticed its resemblance to non other than the King himself - Elvis Presley.

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Russia gets gold at Olympic sport of invasion

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 23:00:06 GMT

Another day, another act of hostility from Russia. Back in August 2008 it was Georgia coming under fire. And the international community, as always, had a lot of words of support to offer Georgia - if not a lot else.

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Bugle Lady Special

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 23:00:02 GMT

In February 2012 across the world, women were trying to make this crazy planet a better place. So the Bugle doffed it’s hat in solidarity with the most populous gender on the planet.

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Tony the Tiger RIP

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 23:00:01 GMT

Now, imagine a time before President Trump…. Yep, that’s where we were for issue 4001 in October 2016 - just a few weeks before the world changed forever. Andy was joined by Hari Kondabolu and we tried to fathom out what was going on state-side.

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Crimea River

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 23:00:06 GMT

We’re going back more than 9 years now to February 2014 and the start of the Ukraine/Russia conflict. It was a fast-moving situation - and John and I did our best to keep up.

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Hacking: a self esteem issue

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 23:00:50 GMT

In July 2011 for issue 127 our Top Story was a little close to home… our then employer, News International, was in the midst of the phone hacking scandal - and fortunately it was keeping the big cheeses so busy that they clearly didn’t have time to listen to the Bugle.

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Obama: Pay for this or you’ll all die

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 23:00:45 GMT

President Obama’s ambitious healthcare plans were the hot topic of discussion for issue 83, in July 2009. But despite his heroic goals - the President was snubbed by the US TV networks, who had far more important issues on their agendas.

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John loves the Pope

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 23:00:02 GMT

April 2008 and the then Pope - Pope Benedict XVI - made a visit to the USA. President Bush went out of his way to give him a warm welcome. It’s Bugle issue 125.

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Ferry Bad Start to the Year

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 23:00:30 GMT

New Year - the moment when we all get to start over, be our best selves…. And in January 2019 the company Seaborne Freight made a resolution to reinvent itself as a ferry company… with no ships. Andy was joined by Alice Fraser.

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A Knight’s Fail

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 23:00:08 GMT

In February 2012 the Syrian civil war reached a grim level of violence. And, just 10 months after it all began The UN leapt in to action

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Apathy or far right idiots? A handful for Europeans decide

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 23:00:45 GMT

A festival of democracy was underway in Europe in June 2009. It was complete electageddon as 27 states elected 736 MEPs - what could possibly go wrong?

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Is Fidel Castro Roadrunner?

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 23:00:37 GMT

After almost half a decade in power, Fidel Castro stepped down as president of Cuba in February 2008. Cause for celebration at the White House - who, seemed to have sourced their assault on him from whoever wrote Looney Tunes.

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Have we invaded Bhutan?

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 23:00:28 GMT

December 2018 and it was that old faithful Brexit gracing the Top Story spot. Helen Zaltzman and Hari Kondabolu joined Andy as Britain took back control.

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Farewell Bush's Muse

Sun, 09 Apr 2023 23:00:42 GMT

Another top story and another world leader bites the dust. In March 2013 Hugo Chavez was no more. The Venezuelan leader had already accused the CIA of trying to bump him off - and his death sparked no end of conspiracy theories.

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Compromised to a permanent end

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 23:00:05 GMT

Today, an iconic episode, welcome to May 2011, Osama Bin Laden was no more, and John and I delivered a heartfelt f*ckeulogy…

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Spoiler alert! Obama won

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 23:00:26 GMT

A truly historic moment now, an indisputable top story - President Barack Obama’s elected the 44th President of the USA. Yes his family was beautiful, yes the speech was a masterpiece, but, but, think of poor Oprah being left out in the cold

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Bush brings yet more chaos to the Middle East

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 23:00:07 GMT

January 2008 and President Bush finally got around to trying to fix the Middle East, what a champ. With photo-opps a plenty and bringing Bethlehem to a standstill - the US President was full of optimism.

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Give Peas a Chance

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 23:00:00 GMT

Join us now as we hung up our stockings on Brexit-eve. New Year 2020 and we were bracing ourselves for life outside of the EU. Alice Fraser and James Nokise joined Andy for a fond farewell.

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Insane in the Ukraine

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 23:00:47 GMT

Russia invades Ukraine - but part 1 - yep, March 2014 and Russian troops occupy Crimea. That is unless you asked President Putin.

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Barack Obama is coming to Europe!

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 23:00:10 GMT

Europe was rolling out the red carpet for Barack Obama in July 2008. The soon-to-be-President’s blossoming love affair with the media was keeping Andy and John entertained.

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Iran: Nukes or No Nukes?

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 23:00:42 GMT

Back in December 2007 there was some disappointing news for the Bush administration, but great news for humanity - as Iran’s nuclear threat was downgraded after the US released it’s own report into Tehran’s weapons programme. An actual good news Bugle!

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Putin the boot in

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 23:00:51 GMT

May 2010 and … yes that’s right - Vladimir Putin being a bad guy. Allegations of voter fraud were dismissed by the Russian President - and you can probably guess who he blamed instead.

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Wedgie Diplomacy

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 23:00:18 GMT

In October 2018 the Bugle made it’s first trip to Ireland. Live from the Sugar Club in Dublin Andy was joined by Alice Fraser and David O'Doherty - and we were concerned about the steps needed to save the earth environmental armageddon.

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Rome's most eligible bachelor

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 23:00:02 GMT

In March 2013 we were all fixated on the Vatican City - waiting for that holy white smoke that signals the arrival of a new Pope. The appointment of Pope Francis marked several firsts for the Catholic Church - much to the delight of John and Andy.

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Stockpiling Humanity

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 00:00:43 GMT

For today’s top story we’re visiting the Maldives - a tropical paradise - well for some people anyway. And in February 2012 the wealthy holidaymakers may have missed the coup going on away from the perfect beaches and turquoise seas. It’s Bugle number 182.

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Does torture work?

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 00:00:29 GMT

Where would we be at the Bugle without unscrupulous leaders? In April 2009 the morals of torture were up for debate as America got its self into a pickle about whether or not it was a pastime the great nation participated in.

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OPEC: Let's talk oil and fiery rhetoric

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 00:00:24 GMT

Let’s take you back to November 2007 when we were all gripped by happenings at the third OPEC summit. Saudi Arabia hosted - and didn’t exactly do their green credentials much good.

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Cyprus ready to go Mad Max

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 00:00:29 GMT

Sun, sand and…. fiscal bailouts. The mediterranean island of Cyprus was having a tough time in March 2013 - and it all got a little out of hand, and not just because of the British expats drowning their sorrows in Ayia Napa. For issue 229 I was joined by John and Producer Chris.

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Happy Birthday Communist China!

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 00:00:39 GMT

We love a reason to celebrate here at the Bugle. Cake, candles and missiles were on the agenda in October 2009 as John and I raised a glass to 60 years of communist China, for Bugle number 91.

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The President's Playlist

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:00:45 GMT

How would you feel if your browser history was published in a national newspaper? Well if you were the President of Syria - you might be even more worried. That’s right, in March 2012 we got a glimpse into the down-time of Bashar al-Assad. It’s Bugle 187.

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Scallop wars and the Maybot

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 00:00:06 GMT

Scallops might sound like an unlikely cause of war - but I’m sure you’ll remember, not that long ago - these innocent creatures of the sea almost pushed Britain and France to the brink. It’s Bugle 4079 - I’m joined by Alice Fraser, and of course - we couldn’t miss the opportunity for some seafood based puns.

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Was Stonehenge an ancient tax dodge?

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:00:12 GMT

The Olympic flame’s a symbol of peace and friendship - but in April 2008 ahead of the Beijing Games, the torch relay teetered on the brink of a diplomatic crisis. In Bugle number 24 John and Andy were concerned for the future of this ancient tradition.

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The horn dog returneth!

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 00:00:51 GMT

A few Top Stories ago we bid a fond farewell to Silvio Berlusconi. We thought he was done for back in November 2011, but fast-forward just 8 months to Bugle number 200, and yes - he’s back.

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Osama Bin Laden's taxi driver

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:57 GMT

There was a major breakthrough in the war on Terror in August 2008. Well that’s if you rank a taxi driver as being up there with the biggest threats to civilisation. We’re going way back - to Bugle number 40.

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Apologies to South America

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:00:32 GMT

D*nald Tr*mp’s presidency was a gift - to the Bugle at least. And his reaction to events in Virginia in August 2017 just couldn’t be ignored for Bugle 4039.

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Abdicupdate

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 00:00:48 GMT

Ah, the monarchy… they are so great. And in June 2014 for Bugle 271 it was Spain’s King Juan Carlos keeping us entertained.

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Kim Jong Il-conceived

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 00:00:50 GMT

Here at the Bugle we’d be lost without certain World leaders who provide us with endless amounts of content through their somewhat questionable actions - and in Bugle 135 we give thanks to non-other than Kim Jong Il.

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Cup 'em and Cough

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 00:00:50 GMT

The Bugle has often tried to shine a light on our increasingly hot and messy planet… and we’re not the kind of show to be afraid of a highly technical UN report. So enjoy Bugle 265 for some in depth jokes on climate bureaucracy.

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Bad Boys

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:00:55 GMT

It turns out that countries are often lead by bad bad guys… and in Bugle 4050 we focused on a few of them - starting with Robert Gabriel Mugabe.

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The long arm of the lorry

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 00:00:46 GMT

We return to Pakistan today to see how they get elections done. It's complicated.

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US Election nearly over!

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:00:49 GMT

The US election cycle has been the backbone of this beast, but just 50 years in we were already tiring of the 2008 election. Here’s Andy and John with Bugle 50 - US Election nearly over!

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Berlusconi bows out

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 07:52:19 GMT

Today: Do you miss Silvio Berlusconi? Then this is the show for you! Here’s when he was seemingly done for, in November 2011, it’s Bugle 172 - Berlusconi bows out.

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News Out Of This World

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 00:00:19 GMT

Sometimes The Bugle also gave exclusive updates on events happening *off* of planet earth, like when Space Shuttle finally shuttled off into wherever shuttles go. What a time, as captured in 160 - News Out Of This World.

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No one is madder than Obama

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:06 GMT

Today we turn our attention to Snowden, Putin and global espionage controversies. In Bugle 250 - No one is madder than Obama.

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No medals for Syria

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 00:00:51 GMT

Let’s go back to another sport heavy Bugle classic. It's a 2012 Olympics update from John and Andy in Bugle 203 - No medals for Syria…

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Gender War

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 00:00:42 GMT

Time for Bugle 4020 - Gender War, where Andy and sister Helen celebrated International Women’s Day.

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Obama gives Brown a rubbish present

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:00:49 GMT

Today we go back to chaotic times, in Bugle 66 - where Barack Obama gave Gordon Brown a rubbish present.

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What's that Aunt Doing?

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 00:00:35 GMT

Today it’s a live special from 2018 with Andy, Nish Kumar, Alice Fraser, and naive optimism for the many great things Brexit would bring, It’s Bugle 4060 - What's that Aunt Doing?

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Kim Jong Unbelievable

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:00:53 GMT

Today on Top Stories it's Bugle 129, where we turned our attention to the latest brilliant golfer in the Kim dynasty - Kim Jong Unbelievable

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Bashfulness and Shame

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 08:04:07 GMT

Donald Trump was president elect In Bugle 4012 and Anuvab Pal kicked off The Bugle with some questions about the way the US was run. Why he asked Andy in anyone’s guess… It’s Bugle 4012 - Bashfulness and Shame.

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Are the Taliban skiing down the Swat Valley?

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 00:00:22 GMT

Remember the Taliban, they ruled Afghanistan until the west came and saved everyone. Things are fine now. In 2009 we focused on the diplomacy between the US and the afghan leadership From Bugle 73 - Are the Taliban skiing down the Swat Valley?

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Let's Nuke The Moon!

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 00:01:30 GMT

Today we remember the time when it turned out that the USA had serious plans to blow up the biggest piece of cheese known to man, in bugle 215 - Let's Nuke The Moon!

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Five more years of this

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 00:00:40 GMT

Let’s cheer ourselves up with a 2nd dip into UK elections, this time, when David Cameron teamed up with future Meta Legend Nick Clegg and kicked Gordon Brown out of his home. It’s Bugle 115 - Five More Years of This.

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Syria, too complicated for 5 year olds

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 00:00:21 GMT

Thank goodness we don’t have to spend too much time thinking about Syria these days, I am sure everything there is all fine. This wasn’t the case in Bugle 245 our episode was titled Syria, too complicated for 5 year olds.

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Live Election Special

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 00:00:30 GMT

Buglers, sometimes we exclusively report the news, sometimes we live it. Sometimes we book a live show when we know news will happen but aren’t sure what it is yet. Like in Bugle 4031, when Andy was joined by Nish Kumar and Producer Chris, on election night where two heavyweights of politics Theresa May and Jeremy Corbyn entered the ring.

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Will Obama's stimulus package work? Who cares

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:00:10 GMT

Today it’s Bugle 65 and where we lead with the UKs attempt to get their house in order with the EU. Things clearly went well.

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Punch up for President

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 00:00:05 GMT

Today, a heady dose of US Politics, from Bugle 210, when all was up for grabs in an episode titled Punch up for President… Who won the election? Well you’ll have to listen to every Bugle from history to find out.

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Halfrica

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 01:00:50 GMT

Buglers, 75 episodes of Top Stories in and we’re getting this one out of the way. Bugle 222 where Producer Chris and/or Rupert Murdoch lost half an episode.

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Durable Partners

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 01:00:03 GMT

In Bugle 4042 we spoke about Brexit. It was fun, why? well because Andy was with Tom Ballard and Nish Kumar who maybe weren’t taking the whole national meltdown thing seriously.

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Burning Rings Of Steel

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 01:00:13 GMT

Today we are in our happy place, revisiting 2012 and the plans for the greatest London 2012 the world ever saw, this is Bugle 185, Burning Rings of Steel.

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McCain, Andy and John plumb new depths with their Obama attack ad

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 01:00:23 GMT

Bugle 39 had a very long title, almost as long as the list of presidential candidates preparing for the 2008 election. Here’s the top story from McCain, Andy and John plumb new depths with their Obama attack ad.

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The 100th Episode

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 01:00:40 GMT

Today in Bugle history, it’s The Bugle, making history in January 2010, with our 100th episode. Which of course started with a pun...

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What to do with Guantanamo Bay?

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 01:00:15 GMT

Let’s take the Middle East, sort of, to US territory, sort of. It’s Bugle 75: What to do with Guantanamo Bay? From 2009.

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Donkey

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 01:00:49 GMT

Andy Zaltzman is with Wyatt Cenac with a moment from Bugle 4019 (2017) with an episode called Donkey. Focus on a man called Donald.

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Afghanistan in a zen state of chaos

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 01:00:13 GMT

Hello Buglers, remember Afghanistan? This show does, and in 2008 John Oliver and Andy Zaltzman made the latest events there our top story…

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UN-believable

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 01:00:41 GMT

Let’s Go back to the good old days at the 2012 UN General Assembly, an event so full of cranks and loonies that Barack Obama decided to meet no one.

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Libyeah or Libyna

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 01:00:10 GMT

Let’s go back to 2011 when Muamar Gadaffi was still vaguely in charge of Libya, in Bugle 145, Libyeah, or Liby-na!

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International Love Triangle

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 01:00:45 GMT

Sit down with some cocoa, or pocheen, and enjoyed Bugle 260, aka International Love Triangle, released on Valentines Day 2014…

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How bad can it get in a week?

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 01:00:46 GMT

Remember 2017? US politics was in unprecedented turmoil, surely never to be repeated. Andy was with Nish for Bugle 4014, how bad can it get in a week?

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Barack Obama and his disappearing change hat

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 01:00:41 GMT

Let’s go back to 2008 when Robert Mugabe was still being Robert Mugabe and we turned our focus on Zimbabwe

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Political Goooaallss

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 01:00:14 GMT

Remember 2013, Brazillians were embracing the vinegar revolution and John and I looked at Political Goooaallss? If not, this will help.

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The Divorce of a Nation

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 01:00:48 GMT

Today, from January 2011 it’s Andy and John with Bugle 140 and The Divorce of a Nation, where we toured some, er, struggling, countries…

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A secret servicing

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 01:00:02 GMT

Hello Buglers, how’s the 1st week of the year been? Ok? Well, there’s nothing like a sex scandal to lift the mood. Sort of. Here’s Bugle 191, A Secret Servicing…

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Hugo 'crackers from Caracas' Chavez

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 01:00:28 GMT

In March 2008 we named Bugle 22 after someone who in Bugle terms became a real player. This is Hugo 'crackers from Caracas' Chavez

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Tolerance is just laziness

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 01:00:51 GMT

Remember when Donald Trump was just awful? 2017 awful? Wyatt Cenac joined us for 4015 - Tolerance is just laziness

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What the Feck

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 01:00:39 GMT

Remember 2012? What a year! In mid August however we had to cope with the end of London 2012, the best London 2012 of all time, it’s Bugle 204 - What The Feck.

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FUChristmas

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 00:17:30 GMT

Let’s go to the recent past and a very sexy Xmas, Bugle 4054 - FUChristmas! Our 15 year anniversary continues next week and we cannot wait to bring you more old things in the new year!

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Hats off to Obama, shoes off for Bush

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 01:00:36 GMT

Merry Christmas! Let’s take a moment today to visit Bugle 57, from December 2008 it’s Hats off to Obama, shoes off for Bush.

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Silvio's Christmas Gift

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 01:00:58 GMT

Taken from Bugle 217, Silvio's Christmas Gift, remember that Christmas is a time for prayer, not to mention all the bad things the church has done.

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Trump, Turkey & Trains

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:55 GMT

Today we visit this fine new era. From Christmas 2016, this is Trump, Turkey and Trains…

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Berlusconi takes a cathedral to the face

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 01:00:27 GMT

Today it's a fan favourite - the time when womanising, multimillionaire populist Silvio Berlusconi came face to face with a statue - from 2009, bugle 99 - Berlusconi takes a cathedral to the face.

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Have An Adequate Christmas

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 01:00:30 GMT

It’s the 1st of 10 Christmas classics from The Bugle, starting with our 1st ever, it’s Bugle 10, Have an Adequate Christmas, with Andy and John.

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G-G-G-G-G-GEEEE 20

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 01:00:38 GMT

Today’s Top Story takes us back to Bugle 70 from 2009 and a G20 summit. We’ve covered plenty of these events over our 15 years and all were equally as pointless as this.

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The Cheat Hits The Fan

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 01:00:26 GMT

In 2013 it turned out that the greatest sportsman around, Lance Armstrong, was doing a small bit of MASSIVE CHEATING. As reflected in Bugle 220 - The Cheat Hits the Fan.

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Donor Fatigue

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 01:00:27 GMT

Today it's Bugle 125, recorded in 2010 it was focused on recent flooding in Pakistan, and an insufficient global response. That kind of thing would surely never happen again?

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AAA

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 01:00:38 GMT

Today it’s May 2017 and Bugle 4030, titled AAA - featuring me, Alice Fraser and Al Murray. It was a week that had seen the awful Manchester terrorist atack, so after some reflection we gave the audience what they needed - the resumption of a Horse Tram Service.

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Who's the least democratic of them all?

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 01:00:58 GMT

Today we go all the way back to 2008 and Bugle 20: Who's the least democratic of them all? Elections were happening everywhere, including in Russia…

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The Baroness Bows Out

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 01:00:34 GMT

Tiff Stevenson introduces Bugle 230 from 2013, which tried to make sense of the ecstasy and agony of the death of Maggie Thatcher.

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After 443 years Sark finally gets democracy

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 01:00:38 GMT

Nish Kumar is back to introduce a classic; it’s Andy and John Oliver, and Bugle 13, when the US president was still… George W Bush!

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Regal Bugle

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 01:00:56 GMT

What happened at The Royal Wedding in 2011? WHAT. HAPPENED? Chill out, here's what happened...

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Royal Wedding Preview

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 01:00:13 GMT

Over the next two days there's two classic Bugles, our exclusive coverage of the 2011 Royal Wedding between Pippa Middleton and our eyeballs. Here’s Bugle 150.

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Citation Needed

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 01:00:06 GMT

Nish Kumar introduced today's Top Stories from The Bugle, and today here’s a classic clip from December 2016, and Bugle 4008 aka Citation Needed.

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Despot Death Match

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 01:00:54 GMT

World leaders, are, often, quite wild. Today it’s a live classic, from the Edinburgh Fringe with Andy, Al, Tom and some nutty leaders.It's Despot Death Match!

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Theresa May, or May Not

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 01:00:50 GMT

Alice Fraser is back with another Top Story, recorded in Australia with Andy and Nazeem Hussain it’s episode 4025: Theresa May, or May Not.

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Literally, shooting oneself in the foot

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 01:00:25 GMT

Alice Fraser introduces a real classic: a Top Story devoted entirely to Plaxico Burress. From 2008 this is Literally, shooting oneself in the foot.

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Nuke The Amazon

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 01:00:32 GMT

Tiff Stevenson takes us back to Bugle 4044 and the year 2017, alongside Andy and Hari Kondabolu for an episode titled Nuke The Amazon…

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One Star Review

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 01:00:05 GMT

We start the week with a stain on America’s history, sure to never be repeated. From Bugle 281 - here’s John and Andy with One Star Review

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30. Freedom of Speech and military golf carts

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 01:00:02 GMT

With a focus on 'freedom', this episode explores the latest from Sri Lanka, and other places in the world.

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29. Dirty Bankers

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 01:00:10 GMT

With the economy experiencing some mild turbulence, it turns out that this isn’t new. Remember Libor? Remember 2012? This is Bugle 201, Dirty Bankers.

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28. Oil Prices, recession & inflation but what do the G8 do? Have an 18 course meal

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 01:00:54 GMT

Today we enjoy Bugle 36 where a G8 summit took place in 2008. Did anything get done? Well, have a look at the news and decide. It’s possibly the longest titled Bugle ever

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27. WORLD CUP!

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 01:00:29 GMT

We return to the World Cup, this time from Bugle 272 and the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. Now who remembers Sepp Blatter?

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26. World Cup Special

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 01:00:26 GMT

Lets start the week with a trip to a more innocent time, and the World Cup that introduced the Vuvuzela to the world, but more importantly, introduced some iconic Zaltzman commentary, here’s Bugle 118, from 2010, unofficially titled The Cheating Little Shit’

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25. Australians Keep Touching The Queen

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 01:00:36 GMT

We go all the way back to Bugle 8, with me and John Oliver in a 2007 episode titled ‘Australians Keep Touching The Queen’

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24. Geertcha

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 01:00:14 GMT

Today, Dutch Politics. From Bugle 4021, this episode was called Geertcha, with Andy and Hari Kondabolu

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23. Bleach? Nevermind!

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 01:00:56 GMT

Let’s learn a little with Hari Kondabolu and Nish Kumar, from Bugle 4150, with Bleach? Nevermind!

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22. An Olympics Special

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 01:00:26 GMT

Today we visit Bugle 42 and a tour across the world from 2008 starting with Georgia

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21. I Need a Hero

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 01:00:38 GMT

CONTAINS John Oliver SINGING INTRO. Today it's Bugle 85, I Need A Hero - from 2009.

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20. Immigration Everywhere

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 01:00:33 GMT

Today we go back to the UK border crisis, not from with week, but 2007 and Episode 4 - Immigration Everywhere.

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19. Ich Bin Ein Hulkamanic

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 01:00:51 GMT

Today on Top Stories, we go back to Bugle 164, which as well being titled Ich Bin Ein Hulkamanic focused on the 2011 London riots.

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18. Termites and Populists

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 01:00:09 GMT

Today news archive fans, let’s escape from human news now and go back to epic termite news. Taken from Bugle 4088, with Alice Fraser (and a cameo from Producer Chris).

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17. Democratic convention special

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 01:00:49 GMT

Today, in a week where US democracy is really doing it’s thing, let’s go back to 2008, and Bugle 43 where John Oliver reported live, from his bed, in Denver, at the US Democrat convention

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16. The Empire Strikes Back

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 01:00:54 GMT

Today, a proposed rekindling of the British Empire, as proposed back in 2007, when the UK prepared to colonise Antarctica.

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15. Zaltzman Showdown

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 01:00:01 GMT

Andy is with podcast star, and his sister, Helen Zaltzman to look at news from late 2016.

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14. Volcano Porn

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 01:00:33 GMT

Even in 2008 politicians could be awful, here's proof, from Bugle 14, where abortion was on the agenda. US listeners, why not take the time to support: https://www.justthepill.com/

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13. Eyes on Africa

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 01:00:01 GMT

The Bugle turns it's focus to Africa, and Goodluck Jonathan.

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12. Obama Inauguration Special

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 01:00:52 GMT

Today, the exclusive, official take on Barack Obama's inauguration.

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11. Goodbye George Bush and Hello Barack Obama

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 01:00:39 GMT

Today, the inauguration of President 44, Barack Obama, from Bugle 60 - Goodbye George Bush and Hello Barack Obama

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10. Theresa May Has Ruined Leopard Print

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 00:00:52 GMT

It’s Friday Buglers so let’s crack on with another Top Story. Now do you remember Theresa May, she was once a British Prime Minister, maybe 3-7 Prime Ministers ago, and in episode 4035 she ruined leopard print for debut Bugler Tiff Stevenson.

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9. Playas Gon Play

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 00:00:21 GMT

Today it's Andy and John in Bugle 179 - titled Playas Gon Play; we looked at the internet, and the day it decided not to come to work.

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8. Afghanistan Celebrates Election With Fireworks!

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:00:39 GMT

Today’s top story comes from Afghanistan’s 2009 which was perfectly normal. It’s Bugle 87, titled Afghanistan celebrates election with fireworks! Featuring John and Andy.

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7. It's Easier to Build A Moon Than To Brexit

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 00:00:37 GMT

Today we pick up from yesterday’s news, but move forward 10 years to 2018 for another look at China, and thinks have escalated quickly! Its 2018's Bugle 4086, titled Easier To Build a Moon Than To Brexit, with Al Murray and Tom Ballard.

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6. The Swimsuit Edition

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 00:00:05 GMT

Today, with China in the news, here’s a trip back to May 2008 and Bugle 27, titled The Swimsuit Edition, with John and Andy.

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5. Where's My Knighthood

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 00:00:33 GMT

It's a debut for Nish Kumar as he and Andy look at the early days of Brexit.

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4. Joe The Plumber

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:00:07 GMT

Remember when US elections were less weird? John and Andy take us through McCain v Obama.

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3. 12 Bum Salute

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 00:00:21 GMT

Andy and Alice present a top story, about a unique jellyfish.

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2. A Miner Celebration

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 00:00:11 GMT

Today, we revisit the survival of the Chilean Miners, with John and Andy.

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1. Audio Newspaper for a Visual World

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 00:00:24 GMT

Welcome to Top Stories from The Bugle. Today's Top Story - our first ever. Andy and John on Iraq, remember Iraq?

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Coming soon... Top Stories - classic moments from The Bugle

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 15:20:54 GMT

Launching on 17th October, every week day we'll play a classic Top Story from The Bugle, featuring classic moments involving all the best and worst things to happen to the world since the innocent days of October 2007.

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