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December 22, 2022

THE BUGLE REVIEWS 2022, PART 2

Andy introduces the second of a two part guide to 2022. In this episode we see the unravelling of British Prime Minister(s), the reaction to the passing of The Queen and the return of John Oliver for a birthday special. Featuring: Andy Zaltzman Chris Addison Nish Kumar Tiff Stevenson Anuvab ...

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December 19, 2022

THE BUGLE REVIEWS 2022, PART 1

Andy introduces the first of a two part guide to 2022, and what a year it's been! Coups, war, apocalyptic weather, and Liz Truss! In this episode we start the year in January, in Australia and a small Covid controversy involving a tennis player. Featuring: Andy Zaltzman Alice Fraser James Coll...

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December 11, 2022

We Are Family! (2022 Edition)

Some laughs from across The Bugle family this week... The Gargle: Alice Fraser introduces non-political news from Alison Spittle, Josh Gondelman and Eleanor Morton: https://pod.link/Gargle Catharsis, with Tiff Stevenson asking Ria Lina and Sindhu Vee what works them up: https://pod.link/Ti...

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November 19, 2022

15 Years of Puns!

PUNS PUNS PUNS! Andy's biggest pun run ever! Plus, terrible UK politicians, and World Cup nostalgia This is the show notes. Why not listen to our new show, celebrating 15 years of Top Stories: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/topstories Featuring: Andy Zaltzman Nish Kumar Hari Kondabolu Jo...

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November 11, 2022

Marion Cotillard's Bugle

The US midterms and Elon Musk draw Andy, Nish and Hari's attention. Plus special mentions for Kurt Vonnegut and Marion Cotillard. Why not listen to our new show, celebrating 15 years of Top Stories: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/topstories Featuring: Andy Zaltzman Nish Kumar Hari Kondabo...

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November 6, 2022

Nora Barnacle's Lost Letters

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Chris Addison for the last of our birthday shows, with a focus on hot news in Ireland, and of course this includes Irish dancing and bad priests. Also Twitter news, the latest controversies from the art world, and a Hottie From History Why not listen to our new show,...

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October 31, 2022

The Sistine Chapel: The Original PornHub

Andy is with an all-star line up of Buglers to look at the week in news, including Papal porn warnings, reactions to Rishi and chaos in Brazil, Israel and China. Why not listen to our new show, celebrating 15 years of Top Stories: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/topstories This episode was pr...

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October 24, 2022

Boris Breaks The News Cycle (4244)

Andy is with Alice Fraser, Ria Lina and Tiff Stevenson to look at the lightning fast political news in the UK (yes we recorded somewhere between Boris entering and pulling out) plus, New York rats and Hotties from History returns. Why not listen to our new show, celebrating 15 years of Top Storie...

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October 17, 2022

The Rodents Are All Dead (4243)

Andy is with Anuvab Pal, Felicity Ward and Nato Green to look at Trussonomics, controversial Bollywood movies and Nancy Pelosi's emergency snack habit, plus it's our birthday! Why not listen to our new show, celebrating 15 years of Top Stories: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/topstories This ...

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October 14, 2022

Happy Bugling Birthday! With John Oliver

A treat for you all, John returns to the show to discuss 15 years of Bugling, and take your questions. Listen to classic Bugle's on our new show Top Stories: pod.link/TopStories There's no ads in this show, thanks to you! Cast some cents and pennies our way: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/don...

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October 11, 2022

15 Years, What Just Happened? With Marina Hyde

Satirist Marina Hyde joins Andy to discuss 15 years of The Bugle, the state of satire today and, of course sport. If you enjoy this, buy Marina's book: What Just Happened? Subscribe to Top Stories, our daily show celebrating 15 years of The Bugle: https://pod.link/TopStories Hosted on A...

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October 4, 2022

Excuse Me While I F**k The Sky (4242)

Nish Kumar and Hari Kondabolu join Andy Zaltzman for a riotous Bugle that makes Nish laugh so hard he, er, farts, while Hari reveals a huge confession. We take a tour of democracy around the world, taking in Italy, Brazil and Russia, before tucking into some UK politics and the Chancellor's kami-...

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September 28, 2022

Lock Up Your Sons! (4241)

Well you can't spell Ukraine without N, U, K and E, so we have a look at the latest actions from the descendent of Ras Putin. Also, Britain tanks it's economy, Italy tries out Fascism and NASA fire a rocket at a rock. Our 15th Birthday Special Tour is coming to the UK and Ireland this year: http...

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September 20, 2022

Mourning Has Broken (4240)

Andy is with Tiff and Anuvab to look back at a momentous moment in blah blah blah, platitude, honour, homage, anecdote, respect. Goodbye to the Q-Unit, we'll miss you. Our 15th Birthday Special Tour is coming to the UK and Ireland this year: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/live There's no ad...

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September 6, 2022

Who? Liz Truss!?

Who is Liz Truss and when will that change? Also, what next for Boris Johnson, what can you do with a gun in Times Square and what is Serena going to evolve into? Our 15th Birthday Special Tour is coming to the UK and Ireland this year: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/live There's no ads in t...

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September 2, 2022

Civil War 2: Electric Boogaloo

The Bugle returns after a short hiatus as Andy, Alice Fraser and Nato Green discuss the forthcoming US civil war, lesbian dance theory, Liz Truss PM, and Mikhail Gorbachev. Our 15th Birthday Special Tour is coming to the UK and Ireland this year: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/live There's n...

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August 24, 2022

The Best Of The Bin: Part 1

Andy introduces your picks for the best of In The Bin, including from the first ever episode (it evolved quite strongly from there. Including bin bound contributions from episodes 1, 4035, 4080, 4049, 167, 4202 and 37. We're back with a new show next week. Please do come and see The Bugle live th...

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August 16, 2022

Smurfs, Kashmir and other August classics

Andy introduces some classic Bugle moments from the month of August. It turns out that Vladimir Putin has quite the history, plus, Smurfs, Nude With Nish, and Austerity! Please do come and see The Bugle live this autumn - with new dates set to be added! https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/live ...

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August 9, 2022

Time to Gargle

Andy introduces an episode of The Gargle, a fine show from The Bugle team, subscribe to it here: https://pod.link/Gargle. In this episode Tiff Stevenson and James Colley join host Alice Fraser for the weekly topical comedy podcast - with no politics! Please do come and see The Bugle live this aut...

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August 2, 2022

LIVE, AND ALIVE!

As we prepare for our 15th birthday tour Andy introduces some live highlights from previous shows... 4079, Live from End of The Road, with Alice Fraser and Chris Skinner 4083, Live from The Sugar Club, with Alice Fraser and David O'Doherty (and Chris's daughter's passport) 4204, Live from Under...

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July 24, 2022

Checkmate

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Aditi Mittal to unpack everything behind the unbearable heat, superhuman chess and who's the new kid inside number 10. Our 15th Birthday Special Tour is coming to the UK and Ireland this year: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/live There's no ads in this show, than...

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July 15, 2022

The World’s Most Charming Coup

Andy is with Chris Addison and Nish Kumar to look at three major stories - chaos in Sri Lanka, Britain's next Prime Minister, and the best gambling story of the year. Our 15th Birthday Special Tour is coming to the UK and Ireland this year: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/live There's no ads ...

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July 8, 2022

Does Boris think he's Scarface?

Andy, Alice and Mark go all in on the one story to dominate the UK this week, the (sort of) end of Boris Johnson's premiership (if they can ever get his new furniture out). Our 15th Birthday Special Tour is coming to the UK and Ireland this year: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/live There's n...

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July 1, 2022

Some very important Bugle news

Buglers, here is an announcement. We look forward to seeing you soon. Info and details: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com This episode was produced and presented by Chris Skinner. Sorry, not sorry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 24, 2022

Nazi Game Shows

Andy is with Nish Kumar and Neil Delamere to look at elections across the world, strikes and Russia's worst spy. We run no advertising, you keep us going! Support us via our website with a regular or one off donation Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch   Follow us on  YouTube  or...

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June 17, 2022

Nationalise Human Trafficking

Andy is with Josh Gondelman and Ria Lina to focus on the latest nonsense from lawmakers in the USA and UK. Plus Northern Ireland, Monkey Pox and Elephants. OH - AND WE HAVE A PADDINGTON BEAR EXCLUSIVE! We run no advertising, you keep us going! Support us via our website with a regular or one ...

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June 9, 2022

Arm all the drag queens (4232)

Hari Kondabolu and Nato Green team up on The Bugle for the first time ever, as they and Andy go to town on US gun laws following more mass shootings in the country. Meanwhile in the UK, Boris Johnson survives a vote of no confidence and Q-Unit gives the nation a truly jubilicious four day weekend. ...

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May 31, 2022

Q Unit Goes Platinum (4231)

Andy is joined by Alice Fraser and Anuvab Pal to look at the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, mangoes, and some below par politicians. We run no advertising, you keep us going! Support us via our website with a regular or one off donation Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch   Follow us on  Y...

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May 17, 2022

SCOMO versus ALBO

Andy is with Tom Ballard and Nish Kumar to enjoy Aussie elections, the latest on NATO, Wagatha Christie and Ireland's soft/hard border. You can now join The Bugle Wall of Fame... Support us via our website with a regular or one off donation Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch   Follow us o...

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May 11, 2022

Viruses are Marvel (4229)

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Ria Lina to look on in horror at Republican womb botherers, more political parties, and the Vatican's attempt to be fungible. Be the best Bugler... Support us via our website with a regular or one off donation Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch   Follow us on...

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May 4, 2022

The Class Dominator (4228)

Andy is with Nato Green and Helen Zaltzman to talk prostate exams, sex crazed politicians in the US and UK and Slovenia, where there's some mildly good news. FIGHT THE POWER, VOTE BUGLE... Support us via our website with a regular or one off donation Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch   F...

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April 26, 2022

Le Big Chopper (4227)

Andy is with Tiff Stevenson and Neil Delamere to look at the French Presidential election, the latest from Wimbledon's war on Russia and the biggest story in Ireland this year. Plus, support for Boris Johnson from a new contributor. This Bugle is nice, really nice... Support us via our website ...

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April 20, 2022

Everything I Do, I Do It For You (4226)

Andy, Nish and Alice try to understand how Vladimir Putin's mind works, why sending asylum seekers to Rwanda is a good idea, and evaluate just how much we should trust Boris Johnson. This Bugle is pretty sweary... Support us via our website with a regular or one off donation Buy a loved one&nb...

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April 15, 2022

Bugle Bingo (4225b)

Join us on a journey through time as we revisit some all-time classic Bugles from Aprils down the years, including a live Bugle recorded in Australia with Tom Ballard and Aditi Mittal, John Oliver on torture, a bit of #crucifyBieber, and a hefty dollop of Nish Kumar and Nato Green on Greta Thunberg...

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April 8, 2022

Colonies update (4225a)

Andy is on his holidays/vacation so do enjoy some bonus extra Bugle taken from a recent recording with Anuvab and Alice, along with a hefty chunk of The Gargle - featuring James Nokise and Tom Neenan. Support us via our website with a regular or one off donation Buy a loved one  Bugle Me...

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March 30, 2022

The Kremlin Gremlin (4225)

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Anuvab Pal as they discuss Joe Biden treating Vladimir Putin like a teenage boy with a BB gun, the sartorial rivalry between Catholics and the Russian Orthodox Church, plus all of the vital commentary on Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at The Oscars. This Bugle is ...

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March 19, 2022

Zelensky's Tight 16 (4224)

Andy is with Mark Steel and Hari Kondabolu to reflect on Volodymyr Zelensky's plea to US Congress, plus time and why is America fighting it? This Bugle is pretty great... Support us via our website with a regular or one off donation Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch   Follow us on  ...

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March 8, 2022

Arm in Armageddon (4223)

Andy is with Nish Kumar and Josh Gondelman to look at the global response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Plus tributes are paid to Shane Warne. Care about The Bugle? Support us via our website with a regular or one off donation Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch   Follow us on  You...

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March 1, 2022

Giant Asteroid, War and Dragons (4222)

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Anuvab Pal to deliberatly not do Ukraine as the top story (don't worry doom fans, we still cover it). Featuring asteroids, fruit and dragons! Some words... Support us via our website with a regular or one off donation Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch   Foll...

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February 22, 2022

The Russian Doll (4221)

Andy is with Neil Delamere and Nato Green as awful news from Ukraine unfolds. Also, who is *the* Russian Doll, is Kristen Dunst even real, frozen winter wangs and San Fran school chaos. Read this, and then click... Support us via our website with a regular or one off donation Buy a loved one&n...

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February 16, 2022

You're Putin Me Off (4220)

Andy is with Nish Kumar and Lloyd Langford to talk all things spicy, tactical and toxic. Ukraine, WW3 and herbicidal health complete the menu in this week's episode. Does anyone read this? Support us via our website with a regular or one off donation Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch   F...

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February 8, 2022

Biden His Time (4219)

Andy is with Hari Kondabolu and Helen Zaltzman to look up and down at the last year in the USA. Has Biden done anything yet, what about Trump? Is he real? Also, Winter Olympics! Royal News! Groundhog news! Does anyone read this? This show has no ads, support us via our website with a regular or...

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February 2, 2022

Ethics, Olympics and Bombogenesis (4218)

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Tiff Stevenson. What's the bombogenesis? Is the Winter Olympics a good thing and OMFG what is happening in Britain right now? Please read this ffs: This show has no ads, support us via our website with a regular or one off donation Buy a loved one  Bugle Merc...

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January 26, 2022

Ukraine Crumbles, UK cakes (4217)

Andy is with Nish Kumar and Anuvab Pal to discuss where Kiev is safer than Los Angeles, why Britain's Prime Minister can't stop partying, and reflect on just how great the world is right now. Some things to tell you: The Bugle Ashes Urncast wraps up it's first season: http://pod.link/Urncast ...

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January 19, 2022

Bonus Bugle - Denmark, Nobel and Oysters

Andy introduces some previously unheard clips covering recent news stories, including: Denmark versus Climate Crisis, corrupt British politicians, Nobel Prize Scientists seem quite brainy, and (of course), cricket. Some things to tell you: The Bugle Ashes Urncast wraps up it's first season: ht...

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January 11, 2022

Animals, Bananas and The Pope (4216)

Andy is with Alice Fraser and James Colley (debut) to look at 2022 so far - including multiple animal stories, Papal views on animals and children, and Australia's perfectly normal build up to a tennis tournament. Some things to tell you: The Bugle Ashes Urncast is here: http://pod.link/Urncas...

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December 24, 2021

Platypus on the Menu! (4215)

Andy is with Tom Ballard, Lloyd Langford (debut) and a room full of excited Buglers to discuss a major new trade deal, balls, and Chile. Plus, it's roughly Christmas. Some things to tell you: The Bugle Ashes Urncast is here: http://pod.link/Urncast Our new site is thebuglepodcast.com This...

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December 19, 2021

The Bugle Review of 2021

A year we'll never forget! Sure, there's been a global plague but lets not forget the other highlights - the storming of the Capitol Building, the American war on women's rights, and the Afghan withdrawal! However we've also had the chance to talk about two guys getting it on with a Creme Egg, th...

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December 6, 2021

Mad Max and Anti Vax (4214)

Nish Kumar and Alice Fraser join Andy Zaltzman to discuss Britain growing increasingly cynical about the Mad Max chaos being unleashed by the government, including plans to create its very own Guantánamo Bay. Meanwhile anti-vaxxers are using fake arms to get out of the Covid jab, and Jeff Bezo...

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November 26, 2021

Little Pink Things (4213)

Brand-new parent Alice Fraser welcomes Andy into her family flat in Sydney, Australia to discuss babies, lockdown protest nutters, a cricket captain dick pic, Peppa Pig World, and flappity salmon. Listen to out new series, The Bugle Ashes Urncast: http://pod.link/Urncast Buy a loved one  ...

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November 14, 2021

Cox and Butts and old Bread Rolls (4212)

Nish Kumar and Nato Green join Andy for a special edition of the show, focused on COP, corruption, sharks and, er, butt play. We are funded entirely by you, the listener. Listeners who sign up via OUR NEW WEBSITE thebuglepodcast.com have long enjoyed the opportunity to get: mentions on the show...

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November 6, 2021

Vice Signalling (4211)

Andy is with Stewart Lee (debut) and Felicity Ward to look at Cop 26, government sleaze, teenage boys and Squid Game crypto. Come see us live at Leicester Square Odeon, in London, on 13th November . We are funded entirely by you, the listener. Listeners who sign up via OUR NEW WEBSITE thebugl...

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October 26, 2021

Egyptian Robot Artists (4210)

First time Bugler Alison Spittle and Nish Kumar join host Andy Zaltzman to talk all things from Egyptian robots to randy monarchs. Come see us live at Leicester Square Odeon, in London, on 13th November. We are funded entirely by you, the listener. Listeners who sign up via OUR NEW WEBSITE theb...

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October 19, 2021

Call the COP26 (4209)

Nato Green and Aditi Mittal join host Andy Zaltzman to emit carbon-laden rebukes to the world leaders heading to the climate catastrophe party COP29. Aditi delivers an impassioned appraisal of Shah Rukh Khan's body of work as his son gets in a spot of bother with the authorities, while Nato pr...

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October 11, 2021

Frazzles and Chipsticks (4208)

Andy is with a returning Tom Ballard and a debuting Neil Delamere to talk shrinkflation, trade deals, birds and sportswashing. Come see us live at Leicester Square Odeon, in London, on 13th November . We are funded entirely by you, the listener. Listeners who sign up via OUR NEW WEBSITE thebu...

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October 5, 2021

British Pork Is Now Kosher (4207)

With global supply line issues seemingly hitting Britain worse than than other countries, we look at the plight of pigs. Plus, what's an appropriate prize for female chess champion? Come see us live at Leicester Square Odeon, in London, on 13th November . We are funded entirely by you, the lis...

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September 28, 2021

Ou Est Le Buffoon? (4206)

Boris is at a conference and his chances of a deal with Joe are UNbelievable! Also, trillion dollar coins, British panic and sex, loads of not a lot of sex. We are funded entirely by you, the listener. Listeners who sign up via OUR NEW WEBSITE thebuglepodcast.com have long enjoyed the opportuni...

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September 20, 2021

AUKUS Gets Awkward (4205)

Andy, Alice and Anuvab discuss submarines down under, politics with a punch in the Philippines, and the latest on face masks, remember them? (UK, we're looking at you). We are funded entirely by you, the listener. Listeners who sign up via OUR NEW WEBSITE thebuglepodcast.com have long enjoyed t...

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September 10, 2021

Satan takes the moral high ground (4204)

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Chris Addison (and Producer Chris) at the London Wonderground festival to address the biggest, heaviest, er most wooden issue. right now - trees. Plus our take on the Texas attack on women and the west's bailing from Afghanistan. We are funded entirely by you, the li...

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August 31, 2021

Partial Recall (4203)

Andy is with Mark Steel and Nato Green to look at the maddening elections in California and deepening political chaos in the UK. Which country has it worse? We are funded entirely by you, the listener. Listeners who sign up via thebuglepodcast.com have long enjoyed the opportunity to get: menti...

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August 21, 2021

Worst Comeback EVER (4202)

Andy is with Tiff and Alice to explore a minor week in news. Including the collapse of a nation, the hottest month ever and really freaky fake-brain-eyes. We are funded entirely by you, the listener. Listeners who sign up via thebuglepodcast.com have long enjoyed the opportunity to get: mention...

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August 15, 2021

Bonus Bugle - Olympic memories

We're back next week so we relive Beijing 2008, London 2012 and Peonchang 2018 We are funded entirely by you, the listener. Listeners who sign up via thebuglepodcast.com have long enjoyed the opportunity to get: mentions on the show (in the form of lies), merchandise and general sense of wellbe...

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July 30, 2021

Bonus Bugle: Gargling with Nish and Josh

Mabel Skinner introduces The Gargle. Subscribe here We are funded entirely by you, the listener. Listeners who sign up via thebuglepodcast.com have long enjoyed the opportunity to get: mentions on the show (in the form of lies), merchandise and general sense of wellbeing for supporting this f...

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July 23, 2021

Sh*t away Scottie (4201)

Andy, Alice and Sami Shah look at some of the biggest stories over the last week - Toyko Olympics, Billionaire Spacemen, Eric Clapton vaccine warrior, plus, politics and fast-food toilets!  We are funded entirely by you, the listener. Listeners who sign up via thebuglepodcast.com have long en...

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July 17, 2021

Flare in the Derrière (4200)

It's a special Bugleversary! 200 shows since relaunch and our focus is on the UK - sporting failures, racism, billionaires in space, and yes, a man who put a lit flare up his bottom. Thanks for your continued love! We are funded entirely by you, the listener. Listeners who sign up via thebugle...

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July 9, 2021

The hottest Bugle ever! (4199)

Andy, Alice and Anuvab focus on the week's biggest news - fish on meth, Teletubbies getting vaccinated and the terror of climate change. Plus, sport! And when we say sport, we mean football! And when we mean football, we mean Q UNIT's MIGHTY ENGERLAND. And next week is our 200th show since relaun...

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July 3, 2021

BONUS: 2020 was Really Bad

Andy (finally) introduces parts of our 2020 special show, and we revisit a classic visit to Central America with John Oliver. We are funded entirely by you, the listener. Listeners who sign up via thebuglepodcast.com have long enjoyed the opportunity to get: mentions on the show (in the form of...

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June 26, 2021

The Future Is The Past (4198)

Andy, Nish and Josh tackle the big stories - aliens, cheerleaders and horny politicians. Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  - COLD AND WET WEAVER T SHIRTS ON SALE NOW). Subscribe  to Tiny Revolutions with Tiff Stevenson, episode one, with Armando Iannucci is out now. The Last ...

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June 20, 2021

Bonus: Hot Rod, Dragster and a Tiny Revolution (4197a)

Andy revisits some classic clips, including the Congressman's Penis and Hot Rod and Dragster, and plays a snippet of his chat with Tiff Stevenson for Tiny Revolutions - hear the full interview in your pod feed now. We are funded entirely by you, the listener. Listeners who sign up via thebugl...

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June 10, 2021

Sausage Pricks (4197)

Andy, Alice and Anuvab on the broken web, sausage news and racism in sport. (WARNING) May contain puns. Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  - COLD AND WET WEAVER T SHIRTS ON SALE NOW). Subscribe  to Tiny Revolutions with Tiff Stevenson, episode one, with Armando Iannucci is out ...

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June 1, 2021

Dylan or Cummings (4196)

Andy welcomes back Chris Addison and Nish Kumar to talk about Dominic Cummings, Bob Dylan, and a dumping ground of other Zaltz truth bombs. Subscribe  to Tiny Revolutions with Tiff Stevenson, episode one, with Armando Iannucci is out now. Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  - COL...

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May 25, 2021

Two horses, dead horses (4195)

Andy is with Nato Green and Anuvab Pal to look at chaos in the Middle East and horse funerals in Covid ravaged India. Subscribe  to Tiny Revolutions with Tiff Stevenson, episode one, with Armando Iannucci is out now. Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  - COLD AND WET WEAVER T SHI...

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May 18, 2021

Beauty and the Beast (4194)

Andy is with Helen Zaltzman and Alice Fraser to look Californian bear politics, ethnic jokes and billionaire news. Subscribe  to Tiny Revolutions with Tiff Stevenson, episode one, with Armando Iannucci is out now. Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  - COLD AND WET WEAVER T SHIRTS...

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May 11, 2021

Beast Modi (4193)

Aditi Mittal and Nish Kumar join Andy for a brutal take on the tragic mess in India. Plus stories about penises, weinerific wingdingers and all the other stuff Subscribe  to Tiny Revolutions with Tiff Stevenson, episode one, with Armando Iannucci is out now. Buy a loved one  Bug...

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April 27, 2021

Dibs on Jacinda (4192)

Anuvab Pal shares the latest from India, Tiff Stevenson updates us on the UK, and Andy, well he does what he always does. Subscribe  to Tiny Revolutions with Tiff Stevenson, episode one, with Armando Iannucci is out now. Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  (or some for yourself, ...

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April 20, 2021

Not Enough Boffins (4191)

Andy welcomes to Chris Addison to The Bugle for his debut and the returning Alice Fraser celebrates four years in the show. They look at another jolly week in global turmoil, televised funerals and corrupt politicians. See The Last Post live stream this Sunday: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#Live ...

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April 10, 2021

Ketchup! (4190)

Andy is with Felicity Ward and Nato Green to either spend three hours talking about the passing of a 99 year old man, or talk about ketchup. Apparently there was news this week. We have a(nother) NEW SHOW.  Subscribe  to Tiny Revolutions with Tiff Stevenson, episode one, with Arman...

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April 2, 2021

Emojency! 💼⚽💥🇺🇸 (4189)

Andy is with Tom Ballard and David O'Doherty for an Easter special. Who hates Jesus most? What's an easter tree and what's in Lil Nas X's shoes? Plus, doom news, blasphemy and a special delivery. We have a(nother) NEW SHOW.  Subscribe  to Tiny Revolutions with Tiff Stevenson , launchin...

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March 29, 2021

Boat Got Back (4188)

Andy is with Nish and Alice for a live recording of the show with a focus on the amazing Suez boat story. You can still buy and stream the full live show (terrible intro and all) at http://ctzn.tk/Bugle We have a NEW SHOW.  Subscribe  to The Gargle and get topical jokes about everything...

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March 20, 2021

#COTI

Andy is #COTI (Crying On The Inside) with Nish Kumar and Hari Kondabolu, with a look at the Cold War, hate crimes in the US, protests in the UK, and, remarkably given how this sentence is going, jokes. We have a NEW SHOW.  Subscribe  to The Gargle and get topical jokes about everything...

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March 14, 2021

Minimum Maximum

Andy is with Nato Green and Tiff Stevenson to talk about vaccine rollout, stimulus packages and the UK's latest take on the royal soap opera. We have a NEW SHOW.  Subscribe  to The Gargle and get topical jokes about everything  except  politics Buy a loved one  Bugle Me...

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March 6, 2021

The Final Billion Years

Andy is with Josh Gondelman and Alice Fraser to talk about screaming, warp speed and culture wars. We have a NEW SHOW.  Subscribe  to The Gargle and get topical jokes about everything  except  politics Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  (or some for yourself, it's allow...

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February 28, 2021

Texas(shole) Ted

Andy is with Baratunde Thurston and Nish Kumar to talk vaccines, Texas and protests. We have a NEW SHOW.  Subscribe  to The Gargle and get topical jokes about everything  except  politics: https://pod.link/1552687312 Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  (or some for yours...

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February 15, 2021

Brexit Is Just Shellfish🐚

Why are Brits eating snakes, chopped up and smothered in lube? What's Ted Cruz's thing with breast milk? What's yoga? And what are the French now doing at lunch? Andy is with Alice Fraser and Tiff Stevenson. We have a NEW SHOW.  Subscribe  to The Gargle and get topical jokes about ever...

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February 9, 2021

Bonus: Sochi and The Gargle

Andy revisits Sochi 2014 and plays some unheard gold on Tr*mp and Britain in 2021. Plus we have a NEW SHOW. Subscribe to The Gargle now: https://pod.link/1552687312 Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  (or some for yourself, it's allowed). We have a sister show, The Last Post, which you ca...

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February 2, 2021

You Musk Be Joking! 🙊

Andy is with Alice and Anuvab to explore the truth behind the Jewish Space Laser, what's going on with democracy in India and what short selling has to do with trumpets. Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  (or some for yourself, it's allowed). We have a sister show, The Last Post, which you...

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January 26, 2021

Randy Economy

Andy is with Nish and Nato to look at a new dawn in US politics, some other bad people and a man called Randy Economy. If you enjoyed Chris' plug for Travel Hacker at the end you can hear it here : http://pod.link/1480712081 Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  (or some for yourself, it's ...

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January 19, 2021

Daddy Daddy, Please Don't Leave

Andy is with Alice and Josh for the last ever Bugle of the Trump presidency! Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  (or some for yourself, it's allowed). We have a sister show, The Last Post, which you can still hear  here . Follow us on  YouTube  or  Insta  and see pa...

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January 12, 2021

Everything Is Fine

Andy is with Hari and Mark to, OH MY GOD WHAT HAPPENED IN WASHINGTON??!??! And other news. Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  (or some for yourself, it's allowed). We have a sister show, The Last Post, which you can still hear  here . Follow us on  YouTube  or  Insta &n...

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January 5, 2021

White Noise

Andy is with Alice and Nish to look back at some of 2020's lowlights and some of the remarkable things that have already happened this year! Including. Should a Prime Minister know the difference between India and Pakistan and how much popcorn is too much? Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  ...

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December 18, 2020

Spready Mercury

Well isn't this exciting! After nearly five years John Oliver returns to The Bugle for a bumper edition! This week... Snowploughs Trump/Covid/Brexit and other things that have happened since 2016 Sexy Frogs Antelopes playing bass COME SEE OUR END OF YEAR SHOW ON 30TH DECEMBER: https://...

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December 12, 2020

When The E-Shed's Rockin'

COME SEE US LIVE ON 30TH DECEMBER: https://www.citizenticket.co.uk/events/the-bugle/the-bugle-relives-2020/#get Andy is joined by Alice Fraser and a returning David O'Doherty to look at no deal, alien contact, vaccine controversy and breakdancing. Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  for Xma...

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December 5, 2020

Bonus Bugle - Your Questions Answered!

Andy is joined by Alice Fraser and (Producer) Chris Skinner to answer your questions about this fine show, including John Oliver, Tr*mp, The Last Post, Milk jugs, puns and violence.  Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  for Xmas - bobble hats, scarves and HAGOW T Shirts are on sale! We ...

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November 28, 2020

Covidioms, Carson and the Hand of God

Andy is with Hari Kondabolu and Aditi Mittal to discuss words of the year, Hindu nationalism and Maradona. Buy a loved one  Bugle Merch  for Xmas - bobble hats, scarves and HAGOW T Shirts are on sale! We have a sister show, The Last Post, which you can hear  here . Follow us on&n...

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November 21, 2020

A Message To You Rudy

Andy is joined by Nish Kumar and Felicity Ward to talk Rudy Giuliani, The US elections, bullying in British politics, and childbirth. FACT CHECK: Here , and here . Buy a loved one Bugle Merch for Xmas - bobble hats, scarves and HAGOW T Shirts go on sale on 27th November. We have a sister...

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November 14, 2020

Satan Destroys America!

Alice and Josh join Andy to celebrate/mourn in the aftermath of the US election. Does Jon Voight have a point? Also, robot wolf news, pubes and vaccinations! We have a sister show, The Last Post, which you can hear  here . Follow us on  YouTube  or  Insta  and see part...

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November 4, 2020

Voters hide ballots in locked boxes

WHAT IN A YEAR OF 2020s JUST HAPPENED!?! Andy, Nish and Nato try to make sense of one of an election that is incomprehensible, even by modern standards. We have a sister show, The Last Post, which you can hear  here . Follow us on  YouTube  or  Insta  and see parts of thi...

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October 31, 2020

Classic Election Special

Andy introduces some classic election moments from 2008, 2012 and 2016, including jet skis, the billion dollar burn, the debut of Scluten Malvein and a general sense of innocence about the world. We have a sister show, The Last Post, which you can hear  here . Follow us on  YouTube &nb...

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October 25, 2020

4171 - Evolution Special

Andy is joined by Alice Fraser and Nish Kumar, live from the Unmute Podcast Festival. We've got all your hits - Covid, corruption, Trump, swans and an evolution special, with a focus on, you guessed it, crabs! (It was raining on Andy's shed roof during the record of this show). Support what we ...

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October 20, 2020

Good guys win elections!

Andy is joined by Tiff Stevenson and James Nokise, with hot news from the New Zealand election. Plus all the other news. SEE US (DIGITALLY) LIVE AT THE UNMUTE PODCAST FEST Support what we do by making a one off or monthly donation here: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#donate. We carry no ads and ...

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October 13, 2020

4169 Strikes and Jet Skis

Andy is joined by Alice Fraser for a tour of the week's 'news', before being joined by special guest Nato Green, live from a strike. Finally The American rejoins the show to celebrate Donald Trump. GO TO OUR SITE TO SEE NEW MERCH! Support what we do by making a one off or monthly donation here:...

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October 6, 2020

4168 - Trump too nasty even for Covid

Andy, Helen and Anuvab take a tour through three evergreen stories, Trump, Covid and culture wars! Happy 2020 everyone! GO TO THE STORE TO SEE NEW MERCH! Support what we do by making a one off or monthly donation here: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#donate. We carry no ads and exist because you ma...

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September 29, 2020

4167 - Trump Takes a Mulligan

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Mark Steel to look how Britain is (not coping) and how Trump takes a golf card approach to his taxes GO TO THE STORE TO SEE NEW MERCH! Support what we do by making a one off or monthly donation here: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#donate. We carry no ads and exist b...

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September 22, 2020

4166 - Five Year Piggiversary

Andy, Josh and Tiff turn their attention to Trump’s trampling of RBG’s legacy, discover there are too many hurricanes, and start prepping. Plus, a very special anniversary. GO TO THE STORE TO SEE NEW MERCH! Support what we do by making a one off or monthly donation here: http://thebuglepodcas...

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September 14, 2020

4165: Below the Belt

Andy, Alice and Nish explore the British government's attempts to break the law, question if Covid is still around and wonder what Novak Djokovic is up to. GO TO OUR SITE FOR OUR NEW MERCH! WOO! Support what we do by making a one off or monthly donation here: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#don...

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September 4, 2020

BONUS BUGLE: Gaddafi, Gandhi and randy

Andy revisits some classic bits with him and John Oliver, plus never previously heard bits on archaeology and Indian politics. GO TO OUR SITE FOR OUR NEW MERCH! WOO! Support what we do by making a one off or monthly donation here: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#donate. We carry no ads and exis...

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August 28, 2020

4164: Falwell That Ends Well

Andy is joined by Alice Fraser and Aditi Mittal to discuss the many Trumps at the RNC and Jerry Falwell's pool boy. Also, salmon news, exams and British culture wars. GO TO OUR SITE FOR OUR NEW MERCH! WOO! Support what we do by making a one off or monthly donation here: http://thebuglepodca...

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August 21, 2020

4163: WAP (Who Appoints Presidents?)

Tiff Stevenson and Nato Green join Andy this week.  Joe Biden and Donald Trump square off for the biggest job in the world amidst corruption fears. Exam Results and School Terms arrive, and Andy Zaltzman discussing Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's music is undoubtedly the feel good hit...

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August 12, 2020

4162 - Bond, Boris and Boats

Nish and Anuvab join Andy to look at another week of baffling idiocy. Wow, men of 2020, you've really done it! GO TO OUR SITE FOR OUR NEW MERCH! WOO! Support what we do by making a one off or monthly donation here: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#donate. We carry no ads and exist because you ma...

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August 4, 2020

4161 - Corruption, Covid and Cricket

As well as pigeon racing and questionable knighthoods, there is also Trump and Covid news. GO TO OUR SITE FOR OUR NEW MERCH! WOO! Support what we do by making a one off or monthly donation here: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#donate. We carry no ads and exist because you make it happen! We h...

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July 31, 2020

BUGLE MERCH IS BACK

Buglers, it's here! Bugle merch is finally back, Go to http://thebuglepodcast.com/ now for T shirts, socks and to pre-order the Xmas jumper! Buy by Sunday 2nd August for 15% off with the code FLAMINGO. More lines are in the, er, pipeline. Regular ep coming Monday. Hosted on Acast. S...

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July 25, 2020

4160 - Worms Around The Moon

Andy is with Anuvab Pal and Alice Fraser to look at Chinese and Russian influence and Indian weddings. Support what we do by making a one off or monthly donation here: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#donate. We carry no ads and exist because you make it happen! We have a sister show, The Last Post...

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July 18, 2020

Bonus Bugle - Spies and Songs

Andy and John relive tales of hot weather and Russian spies, and Alice Fraser breaks space and time. Download The Last Post now! Support what we do by making a one off or monthly donation here: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#donate. We carry no ads and exist because you make it happen! We have a s...

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July 12, 2020

Bonus Bugle - Cricket beats Covid

Andy introduces some previously unheard clips featuring Alice Fraser, Helen Zaltzman, Nato Green, Nish Kumar, James Nokise, Tiff Stevenson and Tom Ballard. Plus, a classic US election clip with John Oliver. Plus, new Bugle intern Ross - https://twitter.com/Rambothe2nd - delivers the best piece of...

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July 3, 2020

Bugle 4159 - Putin The Tooth In

Andy is with Tiff Stevenson and James Nokise to discuss Putin's eternal reign, New Zealand's epic survival and Britain and the USA's continuing omnishambles. Support what we do by making a one off or monthly donation here: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#donate. We carry no ads and exist because you...

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June 28, 2020

Bugle 4158 - A vector of disease

Andy is with Hari and Alice to discuss cross-continental incompetence and how cricket balls are vectors of disease (Andy is not happy). This was a full live show and a 90 minute version can be seen on our YouTube channel. Support what we do by making a one off or monthly donation here: http://the...

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June 26, 2020

We're live on 27th June

This Saturday night you will be able to watch a special live recording of the show with Andy, Hari Kondabolu and Alice Fraser It will be on our  Youtube ,  Facebook ,  Twitch  and  Twitter  pages and will be free to all! Our Donorbox page is set up if you'd like to m...

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June 20, 2020

Bugle 4157 - Fart The Police

Andy, Alice Fraser and Helen Zaltzman reflect tour global news stories, including gaseous Austrians, incompetent Brits, cheeky Kiwis and sexy American TV. We are funded entirely by Buglers!  Support  The Bugle. We carry no ads and exist because you make it happen: http://thebuglepodcast...

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June 13, 2020

Bugle 4156 - Statuesque

Andy, Nish and Nato reflect on the global Black Lives Matter movement, the chaos in the USA and why people are going mad about statues. We are funded entirely by Buglers!  Support  The Bugle. We carry no ads and exist because you make it happen: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#donate We h...

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June 6, 2020

Bugle 4155 - Joe Biden's Solution

Andy, Hari and Tom react to the protests in the USA. We hope that at the end of an awful week we're able to make you laugh. Love and solidarity to everyone around the world fighting oppression and injustice. We are funded entirely by Buglers!  Support  The Bugle. We carry no ads and exi...

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May 30, 2020

Bugle 4154 - Terra Firma Warriors

Andy, Alice and Anuvab get sweet release from Covid to discuss the possible Chinese incursion into India, as well as the latest nonsense from BJ and Tr*mp. We are funded entirely by Buglers!  Support  The Bugle. We carry no ads and exist because you make it happen: http://thebuglepodca...

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May 24, 2020

Bonus Bugle - Swine Flu, Kerala, Adverts

Andy delivers a smorgasbord of prime cuts, including some classic Swine Flu with John Oliver, adverts with Alice Fraser and Wil Anderson and Kerala news with Nish Kumar. We're back with another full episode next week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 18, 2020

Bugle 4153 - A Dutch Village

Andy Zaltzman is joined by with Nish Kumar and Alice Fraser (and producer Chris). We talk Covid sexy time, female leaders and Andy has a quiz. A long quiz. Enjoy it? Support us here: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#donate . Catch the full 90 minute version of this show on our YouTube channel. ...

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May 15, 2020

Watch us live Saturday 16th May

This Saturday night you will be able to watch a special live recording of the show with Andy, Nish Kumar and Alice Fraser. It will be on our Youtube , Facebook , Twitch and Twitter pages and will be free to all! Our Donorbox page is set up if you'd like to make a voluntary donation to the...

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May 9, 2020

Bugle 4152 - Plague!

A new wave of plagues are here, will we get the message? Plus, Elon Musk continues to act like he's not real. Plus, some vital venom stats from Chris. We are funded entirely by Buglers!  Support  The Bugle. We carry no ads and exist because you make it happen: http://thebuglepodcast.com...

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May 2, 2020

Bugle 4151 - Boris Babies

This week it's Vengaboys versus Beastie Boys, Corona versus humans and kids versus grandparents. Andy is with Alice and Josh to talk about the Swiss, kids, Tr*mp, BJ's babies and everything else in the whole world that has happened this week. We are funded entirely by Buglers!  Support &nb...

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April 25, 2020

Bugle 4150 - Bleach? Nevermind

Oh wow. Andy, Nish and Hari attempt to make sense of another week of transatlantic buffoonery. PLUS Mushroom canoes, home schooling and basketball. It's our 150th show of the new era, funded entirely by Buglers! Support  The Bugle. We carry no ads and exist because you make it happen: http:...

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April 18, 2020

Bugle 4149 - William The Bonquerer

Andy is joined by Nato Green and Tiff Stevenson to find out WHO, what and where is going on. Plus, French ejector seat news. Support  The Bugle. We carry no ads and exist because you make it happen: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#donate We have a sister show, The Last Post, which you can hea...

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April 10, 2020

Bugle 4148 - Panda Time

Andy is joined by Alice Fraser and Al Murray to look at that news story, plus sexy pandas and freakish sentient sea monsters. Support  The Bugle. We carry no ads and exist because you make it happen: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#donate We have a sister show, The Last Post, which you can he...

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April 4, 2020

Bugle 4147 - Urine with a chance

Andy is with Anuvab and Hari in a tri-continental take on the Coronavirus. Featuring the latest on Trump's press conferences, friendly Indian police and some high class fake news. Support The Bugle. We carry no ads and exist because you make it happen: http://thebuglepodcast.com/#donate We ha...

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March 27, 2020

Bugle 4146 - What would Draco do?

BoJo's got it, Trump's lost it, criminals are furious! Andy and Alice with the latest on Coronavirus. Listen to our daily show, The Last Post . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 20, 2020

Bugle 4145 - Are we key workers?

Andy is with Nish and Tom to talk about, er, you know what. Plus we dig up some buried news from the week. And please, please, listen to The Last Post: http://pod.link/TheLastPost Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 14, 2020

Bugle 4144 - Mo' moons mo' problems

Andy, Tiff and Alice talk about Coronavirus, but more importantly they talk about new planets, periods and Sclooten Malvein. Listen to this then listen to The Last Post Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 7, 2020

Bugle 4143 - Official Coronavirus Survival Guide

Wash your ears before listening! Andy is with Josh Gondleman and Anuvab Pal to take a global look at the pandemic. Plus riots in India and the Democratic primary latest. Listen to our other show, The Last Post, now: http://pod.link/TheLastPost Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

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February 29, 2020

4142 - KalashniCough

Andy, Alice and Nato discuss the Coronavirus, Trump's attempt to speak in India, the democratic caucuses, tea and boxing. Plus, seriously, listen to The Last Post: http://pod.link/TheLastPost Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 22, 2020

Bonus Bugle - Last Post and 104

Andy introduces a recent issue of The Last Post with Andy Zaltzman and Alice Fraser , and a revisits a classic episode with John Oliver Subscribe to The Last Post: http://pod.link/TheLastPost Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 16, 2020

Bugle 4141 - The Valentine's Day Special

Andy, Jena and Tiff talk about the news that is sweeping the nation this week leading with the viral Coronavirus virus, followed by American Politics, UK parliament shake ups, Aliens and not forgetting - as it is a Valentine’s Day special - discussions of a new medical cure for break ups. Hosted ...

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February 8, 2020

Bugle 4140 - America Special

Listen to The Last Post, it's our other show, and it's daily: http://pod.link/TheLastPost This week America gave us some impeachment action, the Superbowl and the Iowa caucuses. Andy, Nish and Hari make few attempts to even bother making sense of it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

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February 1, 2020

Give Peas a Chance

Britain leaves the EU, no one is leaving China and your internet history is heading there. Andy is with Alice and James Nokise. Listen to The Last Post: http://pod.link/TheLastPost Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 25, 2020

Bugle 4138 A Long Tradition of Sedition

Andy is joined by Al Murray and Anuvab Pal this week. As India's government uses colonial British laws, Scientists look into the possibility of Human Hibernation, Invisible aliens may be amongst us now and Jeff Bezos is not sure about clicking Whatsapp links anymore. @hellobugler @almurray @Anuva...

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January 18, 2020

Bugle 4137 - Relationships Special

This week some complicated relationship updates; Henry and Meghan, humans and the planet, billionaires and space brides. Also, have you heard The Last Post yet? Join us here: http://pod.link/TheLastPost Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 11, 2020

Bugle 4136 - 2019 in review

Well, 2019 was utterly bizarre. To prove it, Andy shares the 1st half of his take on the year. Also, we have a new show, please subscribe to The Last Post here: http://pod.link/TheLastPost Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 4, 2020

4135 - Decade starts badly

Andy, Nato and Tiff focus on the new decade and other fun things - like Iran, violent Popes and Cheese. May contain highly sexual subway dreams. Subscribe to The Last Post, our new daily show with Alice Fraser: http://pod.link/TheLastPost Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

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January 1, 2020

The Last Post - Episode 1

Here's episode one of our new show 'The Last Post. Click here to receive future episodes in your feed: http://pod.link/TheLastPost In this episode, Alice and global star Andy Zaltzman preview 2020. We co-produce this show with our friends at Somethin' Else. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

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December 21, 2019

Bugle 4134 - Mike Pence gets horny

Andy, Hari and Alice look at US impeachment news, the British political fallout and find solace in toilet news. Subscribe to our new show, The Last Post, here: http://pod.link/TheLastPost Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 13, 2019

Bugle 4133 - Brelectageddon

Britain has gone to the polls and it's all very bad. Plus, (thankfully) bird news and fake pilots. Andy is with Anuvab, Alice and Mark Steel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 6, 2019

Bugle 4132 - Breadgate

Nish joins Andy and Alice to break down what actually happened in Breadgate. Plus Trump tantrum news and the latest from the British election. Also, snuck in at the end, a major announcement from Alice. More to follow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 1, 2019

Bonus Bugle - Election Fatigue

As we prepare for one last push, Andy looks back at some classic election moments, and how the world has changed in the last 10 years Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 23, 2019

Bugle 4131 - Hot PUSA

Andy and Nish are joined by the excellent Jena Friedman for an x-rated race through billionaire kinks, election funk and sexy presidents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 16, 2019

Bugle 4130 - History Repeating

Andy, Alice and Hari deliver a tri-continental look at impeachment, UK elections, fires and cocaine pigs. Plus, space junk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 9, 2019

Bugle 4129 - Mukbang

This week 11,000 scientists get ignored, blah blah, British elections, and MUKBANG!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 2, 2019

Bugle 4128 - Official Brexit Freedom Day Special

Andy is with Al Murray and Mark Steel in the week Trump ended terrorism and Britain decided to vote although maybe on the wrong thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 26, 2019

Bugle 4127 Let's Sit In Silence and Watch a bird go "Honk."

Andy is joined by Alice and Nish to talk about Animals, Fortnite and Rain conjuring. Also, Trump and Brexit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 19, 2019

Bugle 4126 - Silk and Linen

Trumps' letter to Erdogan, Kim on a horse, blob news and Britain spewing effluent - it's The Bugle's 12th birthday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 11, 2019

Bugle 4125 - Your Biggest Fears

It's been a scary news week, with a focus on some classic page fillers, from Tr*mp to Boris to Syria to, er, Elon Musk. Plus Andy, Alice and Chris reveal their biggest fears. Find Chris's new show, Richie Firth: Travel Hacker wherever you get your podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

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October 5, 2019

Bugle 4124 - Peak Nigel

Special focus on Trump and his international relations, plus we go from Stone Mountain to Peak Nigel. Hari and helen join Andy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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September 28, 2019

Bugle 4123 - 7 days of Transatlantic Madness

Bugle 4123 Andy is joined by Nish Kumar in London and Josh Gondelman in New York. This week the Supreme Court says no-no to Boris Johnson’s proroguing of parliament, is Impeachment on the menu for Donald Trump? Labradoodle’s are rubbish and horses get punched. @hellobuglers @mrnishkumar @joshgon...

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September 21, 2019

Bugle 4122 - Dastardly Things

Does Trump have the mental capacity to conspire? What's Andy's daughter now up to on the climate marches? Who are the bad guys in Saudi v Iran and the Rugby World Cup begins. Andy is with Tom Ballard and Nato Green Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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September 12, 2019

Bugle 4120 - The Guilty Bugle

Andy, Alice and Deborah Frances White bring the latest feminist news, coupled with some guilt. Includes a real song, performed by Alice. Listen to the brilliant Guilty Feminist NOW (after this)! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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September 10, 2019

Bugle 4121* WTF is going on?

Andy invites Aditi Mittal and Tom Ballard to the studio where Britain's insane political situation prompts the titular question. Elsewhere, Roosters rouse, Space is explored and dictators die. https://twitter.com/hellobuglers https://twitter.com/awryaditi https://twitter.com/TomCBallard ...

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August 31, 2019

Bugle 4119 - Evil but competent

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Mark Steel to discuss whether Boris is pro rogue or anti rogue. Plus, fires, hurricanes and Donald Trump's take. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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August 24, 2019

Smelly Death Birds - Bugle 4118

Andy is with Tom Ballard and Alice Fraser to discuss protests in Hong Kong, environment news and birds. Plus, sport and why victory should never be shared Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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August 17, 2019

Kashmir versus Brexit - Bugle 4117

Andy, Aditi Mittal and Nish Kumar explore a series of light news topics with a whiff of British involvement - from Kashmir and the all powerful Modi, to Brexit and the paper weak British parliament. Features Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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August 2, 2019

Bonus Bugle - 2019 Summer Holidays special

Andy is in the Costa Del Zaltz on a cricket fast. Everyone else is on their way to Edinburgh, except Chris, who is in his dungeon. So here's some classics from Andy and John and some recent bits we held back with Tom and Nato. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 28, 2019

Bugle 4116 - The Experiment is Complete

Andy is joined by Tom Ballard and Nato Green calls in from San Francisco. As Boris Johnson becomes Prime Minister in the UK, Democrats line up to take on President Trump in the USA. Australia steps up it’s arms business. Everyone else is left hoping for either a heatwave to melt the planet or alte...

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July 20, 2019

Bugle 4115 - Cricket World Cup Souvenir Edition

Andy is Joined by Alice Fraser, in the week where England won the Men's Cricket World Cup Andy is somehow able to join in with discussions on Trump, Insects, The Moon and Tupac. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 17, 2019

Bonus Bugle - He's the greatest diver

Andy has some Olympic classics, global warming archive and a recent story about soccer cows Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 6, 2019

Ram the Ramparts - Bugle 4114

Donald Trump doesn't know what a rampart is, Brexiteers don't know what slavery is and cat filters are taking over politics. Andy is with Alice and Anuvab Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 29, 2019

Bonus Bugle - England are rubbish

Bugle noise news and some classic from Israeli elections, royal weddings and lobsters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 24, 2019

So many holes - Bugle 4113

Andy, Nish and Alice look at three bad men in the news, plus The Bugle guide to Bitcoin, phone horns and Good Omens versus idiots Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 15, 2019

Bugle 4112 A Human Centipede Of Backstabbing

Andy is joined by Tiff Stevenson and James Nokise. We take a look at the Conservative leadership election, Chinese protests, Plant Death, Sports team name changes, Passport controversies and Mirror Universe News! https://twitter.com/hellobuglers https://twitter.com/JamesNokise https://twitter...

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June 7, 2019

Bugle 4111 - Not Enough Kicking

Andy Is joined by Alice and Anuvab in London for a tour of the world's news. We take in everything from Australian journalist Raids, Presidential visits and Cat De-Clawing to Cricket being under attended but sold out and Female CPR dummies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

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June 1, 2019

(Andy is watching cricket) Bonus Bugle

Relive Andy and John's take on Asian cities, and British election. Plus, some fine unheard recent stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 25, 2019

Democramnesia - Bugle 4110

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Mark Steel with major breaking news from Britain. Plus, more elections, more idiots, and cricket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 18, 2019

The News Stinks - Bugle 4109

Alabama is pro-life, until you've been born, Australia has an election and so does Europe. Plus, some major smells making headlines. Andy is with Alice and Hari Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 12, 2019

It's the end of the world and I'm slightly bothered, but not enough really. - Bugle 4108

Andy is joined by Alice and Nish this week. Emu's and the world in general is in peril, tombs are uncovered, sport is good and David Cameron's got a hot tub. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 4, 2019

Look at this Massive Election! Bugle 4107

The world's biggest democracy goes to the polls, we dive deep in and get thoroughly lost. Also - Andy reviews Game of Thrones, and donkeys are sad Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 27, 2019

Swede Dreams are Made of Trees - Bugle 4106

Andy, Nish and Nato Green look at the environment, the anti-vac movement, Putin & Kim's drink up and The Avengers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 19, 2019

That Pen is revisited - Bugle 4105B

Andy introduces some classic bits, some previously unheard snippets and Producer Chris does a thing. Features Brexit, Mueller and wangs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 15, 2019

Black Holes and Brexit - Bugle 4105

Andy and Alice stare into the face of a black hole, but enough about Brexit. There's also unicorn news, Australian rugby homophobia and condoms! Listen to the show on the Entale app. Thanks to: Mark Adams Dan Mc Jonathan Kaley-Isley Matthew Gwynne Gregor Hoffman Lucy Perrone Bartek Siepracki Bat...

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April 6, 2019

The Reverse Skrillex - Bugle 4104

Andy is with Nish Kumar and Matt Forde to learn how Skrillex is fighting malaria and how Trump’s exoneration may be premature. Plus a profile of Mark Francois: Brexit Warrior. Please support us by donating here: www.thebuglepodcast.com With <a href=" https://twitter.com/hellobuglers &q...

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April 6, 2019

The Sweet, Sweet Bumhole Of Space – Bugle 4103

Don't let the title confuse you, there's PLENTY of Brexit in this podcast. Andy Zaltzman welcomes Tiffany Stevenson to the studio. Don't worry though because they still find time to talk about the titular Bumhole. With: HelloBuglers Tiffany Stevenson Rich Jarman Hosted on Acast. See aca...

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March 22, 2019

Mature Grown Up Politics - Bugle 4102

Andy, Alice and Chris are in Edinburgh and Glasgow for lives Bugles. Turns out Scotland is not a fan of Brexit. Plus - BUGLE DONORS - your first batch of positive libels are broadcast (more to follow in coming months). With <a href=" https://twitter.com/hellobuglers ">@HelloBugler...

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March 16, 2019

Dog Climbs Mountain - Bugle 4101

Andy is joined by Alice and new Buglers Baratunde Thurston and Nato Green to look at US corruption, Ilhan Omar, San Francisco millionaires and a mountain climbing dog. Your support keeps us going. Click <a href=" http://thebuglepodcast.com ">here</a> to support the show With...

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March 9, 2019

12 Bum Salute - Bugle 4100

Andy and Alice are in America (mostly Portland, but also Denver, Chicago and Minneapolis) with news on a miracle jellyfish with a transient anus, Manafort news and some contributions from Tom Ballard and John Oliver (yes, that one). We need you to survive. Click <a href=" http://thebuglepo...

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March 2, 2019

Ross and Rachel – Bugle 4099

Andy is in America, and this episode is mostly Brooklyn, with a little DC. In focus this week, the Brexit countdown and why it's like Ross and Rachel, plus Michael Cohen's testimony, and secret microphones. Features a fine debut from Josh Gondelman and the usual family fun from Alice Fraser. We ...

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February 23, 2019

Independents Day – Bugle 4098

Andy, Alice and Anuvab talk us through moon news, more disgusting animal news, Brexit breakups and Indian crocodile news. Plus - The Bugle is changing and needs you to survive. Contribute and keep us going here. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser Desiree Burch @ProducerChris More episodes and info on o...

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February 16, 2019

Sex and Insects news – Bugle 4097

Andy and Alice are joined by Bugle debutant Desiree Burch to discuss the biggest issues this week – including insects, 'blackface' sweaters and sex. Loads of sex. Plus, what happens when you put a cow on a plane? With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser Desiree Burch @ProducerChris More episodes...

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February 9, 2019

The Bin King – Bugle 4096

Andy, Alice and Hari look at the State of the Union, and what a state it is. Plus, is a place in hell actually a privilege for a Brexiteer and Sweden has a new monarch. Also, emoji news and the latest on Producer Chris's broken arse. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser Hari Kondabolu @Produce...

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February 1, 2019

Why the dolphins keep leaping – Bugle 4095

Andy and Alice turn their attentions to homelessness, the polar vortex and plastics. Plus animal news. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 19, 2019

Bugle 4094 – Weekend at Bernie’s

Andy is joined this week by Nish Kumar and Alice Fraser. Brexit continues to be a great source of fulfilment and happiness, we enjoy exposure to toxic masculinity and celebrate the redundancy (literally) of Robotic servants. @Hellobuglers @Alliterative @MrNishKumar @Wahwah_UK Hosted on Acast....

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January 12, 2019

Wall Nuts – Bugle 4093

Andy and Anuvab Pal discuss Trump's 'wall', Theresa May's 'deal' and the true heritage of James Bond. Plus, some old smoking adverts make it In The Bin. And – Producer Chris news. With... @HelloBuglers Anuvab Pal @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcas...

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January 4, 2019

Ferry bad start to the year – Bugle 4092

Britain plans to save itself post-Brexit with imaginary ferries. Plus it's been an exciting start to the year including North Korean defections and vegan sausage rolls breaking the internet. Plus, a new Bugle fitness regime, including the return of Swearobics! With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser ...

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December 29, 2018

2018, Part Two: Trump, *truth* and Theresa

Andy Zaltzman introduces six more huge stories from the year, including Trump and the truth, David O'Doherty's guide to Anglo Irish relations and a Mark Wahlberg inspired look at the day of a regular Bugle host. Featuring Andy Zaltzman, Nish Kumar, Alice Fraser, Anuvab Pal, Matt Forde, Tiffany Ste...

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December 23, 2018

2018, Part One: Kangaroos, Kim & corruption

What a year! Yes there's Trump and Brexit, but also sexy Kangaroos, exam cheats in India and Kim Jong Un. Includes great live moments and a guest appearance from RoboTrump. Featuring Andy Zaltzman, Tom Ballard, Nish Kumar, Alice Fraser, Anuvab Pal, Aditi Mittal. Produced by Chris Skinner and the g...

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December 14, 2018

Brexray Specs – Bugle 4091

Andy corrals together Nish Kumar, Tiff Stevenson and Matt Forde to look at a baffling week in a baffling year in a baffling decade for UK politics. With @HelloBuglers Nish Kumar Tiff Stevenson Matt Forde @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com ...

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December 8, 2018

Have we invaded Bhutan? – Bugle 4090

Andy is with Helen Zaltzman and Hari Kondabolu to look at Mike Pence's new approach to problems, the Queen's (possible) take on Brexit and whether or not it's better to pretend you're older or younger than you actually are. With @HelloBuglers Hari Kondabolu Helen Zaltzman @ProducerChris ...

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November 30, 2018

That’s a Big Cow! – Bugle 4089

That's a big cow! ...It's a really Big Cow! There's a giant cow about to take over the show in Australia. The sky is the limit as India constructs Statues that bother aircraft. The Bugle welcomes Tom Ballard and Anuvab Pal to discuss these and more – UK news,The G20 and Sport get examined thorough...

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November 24, 2018

Termites and Populists – Bugle 4088

Europe is embracing populism, termites are building megalopolises, men are doing incredible things with their throats, and turkeys are doing their turkey thing. Andy and Alice have the latest on all of this. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our webs...

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November 16, 2018

Symptomless Blitz: 4087

Aliens, Brexit(!!) and Trumpbrella all in focus in a pretty spectacular live Bugle, featuring Nish Kumar and Felicity Ward alongside Andy Zaltzman. With @HelloBuglers Felicity Ward Nish Kumar @ProducerChris And a cameo from another Bugle host! More episodes and info on our website: htt...

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November 11, 2018

Midterms, appendage art and WOMEN: Bonus Bugle

Some classic midterm news from John and Andy, the penis on the roof and something special from Producer Chris. Respect to Jim Acosta, Abby Phillip, April Ryan, Yamiche Alcindor and anyone who dares question that enormous lunatic. With @HelloBuglers John Oliver Alice Fraser Nish Kumar Har...

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November 3, 2018

It’s easier to build a moon than to Brexit: Bugle 4086

Andy is joined by Al Murray and Tom Ballard to look at just how China is taking over the world. Plus – Britain is angry, Australia now welcomes rappers (one at a time) and the US is, well, you know how it is. With @HelloBuglers Al Murray Tom Ballard @ProducerChris More episodes and info ...

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October 26, 2018

Pocket Gods: Bugle 4085

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Aditi Mittal* to discuss how much someone should smile, including women and terrorists, Trump's right to lie and and anti corruption versus anti corruption. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser Aditi Mittal @ProducerChris *until the internet broke shortly before ...

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October 19, 2018

Hari Kondabolu Day: Bugle 4084

With perfect timing, Hari Kondabolu joins Andy, just as we all get ready to celebrate Hari Kondabolu day. In other news: From Saudi Arabia, the Jamal Khashoggi case continues. From the UK, the detailed arrangements for a royal baby are explained. From the USA, Elizabeth Warren has her DNA tested and...

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October 12, 2018

Wedgie Diplomacy: Bugle 4083

Andy is joined by David O'Doherty and Alice Fraser to discuss hot planets, awful science men, MMA(!) and Britain's relationship with Ireland. Recorded live at the Sugar Club in Dublin – part of our UK tour and the Dublin Podcast Festival. Includes a travel weary producer Chris, you'll learn why. T...

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October 12, 2018

Wedgie diplomacy: Bugle 4083

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October 5, 2018

Buy lead and horny horses: Bugle 4082

Andy and Hari try to make sense of the Kavanaugh situation in the US, celebrate Bugle success in the subcontinent and celebrate female physicists. With @HelloBuglers @HariKondabolu @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See ...

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September 29, 2018

Aditi’s Intro to India

Andy is joined by Aditi Mittal, in India. India is big, and has a lot going on, this includes ID cards, corruption and the legacy of the Brits and the caste system. With @HelloBuglers @@awryaditi @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted ...

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September 22, 2018

Octopuses on drugs: Bugle 4081

Andy, Nish and Alice learn the latest stupid Brexit news, discuss just how bad the republicans are handling sexual assault claims, discover what happens when scientists are given ecstasy, and bring the latest penis news. With @HelloBuglers @MrNishKumar @aliterative @ProducerChris More ep...

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September 16, 2018

Ruining Mark Wahlberg’s Day: Bugle 4080

Andy is joined by James Nokise and Tiff Stevenson to discover the real use for the Apple Watch, how Brexit is affecting hedgehogs & Jager Bombs, and why Nauru has stuck it to China. Recorded live at The Leicester Square Theatre. We've got live dates in London, Salford and Dublin all coming u...

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September 7, 2018

The Bugle plays away: Bonus Bugle

Some bits sneakily kept back from recent Bugles recorded live at the Edinburgh and End of the Road Festivals. See us live in London in London, Salford and Dublin in coming months. With @HelloBuglers @Aliterative @MrNishKumar @AnuvabPal @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our webs...

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September 2, 2018

Scallop wars and the Maybot: Bugle 4079

Andy and Alice record a Bugle at midnight in the woods – and discuss Theresa May's attempts at dancing, the first Scallop War of Brexit, and who the latest Aussie PM is (this may already be out of date). Recorded in front of about 1000 people at the beautiful End Of The Road Festival. With @Hel...

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August 24, 2018

Bugle 4078 – Truth isn’t Truth

Andy is with Nish Kumar and Anuvab Pal – after a wonderfully ludicrous week in Trumpland, what actually is truth and what do we do with it? Plus, Ikea in India news, Economics is a crazy subject, and puns. Recorded 'live' in Edinburgh. With @HelloBuglers @Aliterative @AlexEdelman @Produce...

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August 17, 2018

Bugle 4077 – Space Force

Andy is joined by Alice Fraser and Alex Edelman to explore the implications of Space Force, get the lowdown on who Trump has most recently fallen out with (this item may be out of date) and hear the latest global feminism news. Recorded live at the Edinburgh Fringe, yes Andy came on stage without ...

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August 10, 2018

Bonus Bugle – Frankenbugle

A cut and paste collection of Bugle sections from previous shows with absolutely no editorial decisions. Turns out it unearths the best listener email of all time, Chris's first Bugle and how Buglers treated John in Milwaukee. With @HelloBuglers @IAmJohnOliver @ProducerChris @Aliterative ...

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August 5, 2018

Bonus Bugle – Some Andy and John classics

Andy and John on with some classic US political moments from Bugle past, plus an Australian on a whale. With @HelloBuglers @IAmJohnOliver @ProducerChris Please help keep this nonsense going and donate: http://thebuglepodcast.com We are proud members of Radiotopia Hosted on Acast. ...

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July 27, 2018

Bonus Bugle – Putin, Trump and The Queen’s Brooch

Putin and Trump. That was weird. Trump and The Queen. That was weird. Balls. They are weird. Audiences. Weird. Enjoy this bonus Bugle! With @HelloBuglers @Aliterative @AndrewisMaxwell @MrNishKumar @AlexEdelman @ProducerChris More episodes and live dates on our website: http://thebu...

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July 21, 2018

Bugle 4076 – Space Jam

Andy is joined by Nish Kumar in London and Alex Edelman in Boston for a look at Trump's visit to Europe and what this means for Montenegro. Plus, Brexit news, Chance the Publisher and what really happened during the 1st moon landing. With @HelloBuglers @MrNishKumar @AlexEdelman @ProducerCh...

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July 14, 2018

Bugle 4075 – Fledgling season

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Andrew Maxwell to discuss Brexit lunacy, the Thai cave rescue and big dick energy. Recorded live at Underbelly Festival in London. Come see us live some time! With @HelloBuglers @Aliterative @AndrewisMaxwell @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our webs...

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June 29, 2018

Bugle 4074 – Naked Hermit News

Andy and Nish are joined by newcomer James Nokise who reports on everything happening in the Pacific. Plus, naked Japanese island man news and World Cup – with some exclusive match commentary from Germany. With @HelloBuglers @MrNishKumar @JamesNokise @ProducerChris More episodes and info...

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June 22, 2018

Bugle 4073 – Baby Jails

Andy and Alice discuss Melania's coat, baby jails and WORLD CUP. Plus, the Bugle welcomes a new special producer. With @HelloBuglers @Aliterative @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com We are proud members of Radiotopia Hosted on Acast. S...

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June 16, 2018

Bugle 4072 The Question

Anuvab Pal joins Andy to talk about the G7 summit and the beginnings of a special relationship with North Korea. We contrast the morning routines of Prime Ministers and a glorious summer of sport beckons to distract us from Brexit insanity. With @HelloBuglers @anuvabpal @Wahwah_UK More epi...

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June 8, 2018

Bugle 4071 – Whale of a Time

Andy is joined by Tiff Stevenson and Alice Fraser to look at the latest news, including Where's Melania? Who cares about pollution? Who should apologise for calling who a what? And, what's a suitable campaign for a cosmetics company? Recorded live at Underbelly Festival in London With @HelloBug...

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June 1, 2018

Bugle 4070 – Tit for Tat

Andy and Alice look at Ukrainian 'assassinations', Trump's trade deals and dachshunds. Plus WORLD CUP AUDIO PULLOUT! With @HelloBuglers @Aliterative @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com We are proud members of Radiotopia Hosted on Acast....

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May 25, 2018

Bugle 4069 – Read the bible, capeesh?

Andy and Nish Kumar look at the latest wang swinging from the US and North Korea, Ireland's referendum on membership to the 21st century and silliness from the NFL. May contain references to a sporting event that was taking place at the time. With @HelloBuglers @MrNishKumar @ProducerChris ...

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May 21, 2018

Bugle 4068 – Megotiations

Andy, Alice and Helen deliver the 1st ever live Bugles from Portland and San Francisco. Complete with midi jingles (thanks Martin), Trump news, Royal wedding and at least one audience member better on Wikipedia than Andy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 14, 2018

Bonus Bugle – Andy on tour

Radiotopia are on tour. Andy has asked a friend to contribute. Plus, some classic royal wedding Bugle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 5, 2018

Bugle 4067 – Celebrate Forgery

Andy is with Anuvab Pal to discuss global cheating, forgery and misrepresentation – from Indian exams to Swedish meatballs. With @HelloBuglers @AnuvabPal @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com We are proud members of Radiotopia Hosted on A...

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April 28, 2018

Bonus Bugle – Space Gravy

Andy introduces some classic moments in history plus some recently held back live moments including the best space story of all time. With @HelloBuglers @IAmJohnOliver @Aliterative @phlaimeaux @TomCBallard @awryaditi @TomEdwardWright @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our w...

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April 24, 2018

Bugle 4066 – Donald’s a Bugler

Andy is with Tom Ballard and newcomer Aditi Mittal to discuss more stupid news from the week. They are also joined by EXTRA SPECIAL NEW CO-HOST – DONALD TRUMP (sort of). With @HelloBuglers @TomCBallard Aditi Mittal @TomEdwardWright @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: h...

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April 15, 2018

Bugle 4065 – Clipart news

Andy is with David O'Doherty and Alice Fraser (and 'producer' Tom) for a live show from Batmania with a focus on Armageddon, turtles and bicycles. With @HelloBuglers @Aliterative @phlaimeaux @TomEdwardWright @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast....

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March 30, 2018

Bugle 4064 – Mad Mike Versus Science

Andy and Alice Fraser look at possible cheating in elections and cricket, the mass congregation of Dachshunds, how Pauline Hanson is like Nelson Mandela, and how a flat earther is using science to prove science wrong, but it's not science. With @HelloBuglers @Aliterative href=" https://t...

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March 24, 2018

Bugle 4063 – The bots have won

Andy is with Helen and Nish to discuss Facebook and Cambridge Analytica, Japanese toilets, Russian 'elections' and the royal wedding. Plus, Helen does the sport section (really). With @HelloBuglers @mrnishkumar @helenzaltzman @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://...

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March 17, 2018

Bugle 4062 – Bullwinkle

Andy is joined by Hari Kondabolu to discuss Russian spies in Salisbury, the end of Rex Tillerson, French baguette news and the happiness index. With @HelloBuglers @harikondabolu @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com We are proud members of Rad...

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March 10, 2018

Bonus Bugle: Who Says Comedy Has To Be Entertaining?

Some amazing bits from recent Bugles we held back, including the mother of Freudian slips from Andy, the return of Silvio and a classic bit from Andy and John. With @HelloBuglers @aliterative @MrNishKumar @ProducerChris @tiffstevenson @felicityward More episodes and info on our websi...

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March 3, 2018

Bugle 4061 – Three Day Heart attacks

Andy is joined by Tiff Stevenson and Bugle newb Felicity Ward (please afford her the standard Bugle welcome) for a global tour of the news, including Chinese dictators, Aussie mullets, American guns, Italian elections and British fudges. Plus, how do men demonstrate they really understand women's ...

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February 24, 2018

Bugle 4060 – What’s that Aunt Doing?

It's a live special with Andy, Nish and Alice and it's a belter. In the news – V signs from the cliffs of Dover, Australian tax office news, Kazakh alphabet updates and the NRA. Douchebags. Also, just what did the British government get up to on their away day? Plus Bobsledder Axel Brown is in t...

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February 18, 2018

Bonus Bugle – Late love and Live

Some classic Valentines bits from Andy and John, and some Satirist For Hire from Aldershot and Dublin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 10, 2018

Bugle 4059 – Space, Snow and Super Bowl

It's Triple-A taking on Triple-S. Andy, Alice and Anuvab on space, snow and Super Bowl, with a specific look at an orbiting car, the Winter Olympics and the return of Timberlake. With @HelloBuglers @aliterative @AnuvabPal @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://theb...

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February 3, 2018

Bugle 4058 – Donald the Bastard

Andy is joined by Al Murray and Bugle debutant Jen Kirkman for a look at the (complete) state of the union, peacocks on planes and illegal castle building. With @HelloBuglers @almurray @JenKirkman @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com We are ...

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January 27, 2018

Bonus Bugle – More LSQ and some Davos Classics

We're not sure why we cut these bits from last week's show, there's some proper gold here, from Andy, Alice and Mark Steel. Plus: some classic Bugle with Andy and John Oliver. With @HelloBuglers @Aliterative @MrMarkSteel @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://theb...

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January 20, 2018

Bugle 4057 – Britain in Crisis (Live!)

Andy is joined by Alice Fraser and Bugle debutant Mark Steel to look at the UK in crisis. Plus, feature section: things people put up their butts in 2017! Show recorded on 18th January at Leicester Square Theatre (before the USA closed for business). With @HelloBuglers @Aliterative @MrMarkS...

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January 12, 2018

Bugle 4056 – What does ‘massacre’ mean?

Andy is joined by Nish Kumar and Tom Ballard to discuss sexy kangaroo news, Trump's international review and the British cabinet reshuffle. Plus, who is the moral winner in Virgin v Daily Mail, what happened when Nish met Piers Morgan and the latest on the Australian heat wave. Hosted on Acast...

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January 5, 2018

Bugle 4055 – New Year’s Revelations

When Trump and Bannon say bad things about each other who can you believe? Andy is joined by Alice Fraser to discuss the latest controversy from the US, new years resolutions and the World's Strongest Man. Hari Kondabolu also joins the guys from the epicentre of the snow-cyclone-bomb-thing and an...

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December 31, 2017

The Bugle 2017 Review: Men are Terrible

What a year. WHAT. A. YEAR. It will be remembered primarily for the actions of many terrible men. Thanks guys. From January to December, we give you some of the biggest stories of the year, including Trump, Theresa, Bobby Mugs, Harvey and many others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

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December 23, 2017

Bugle 4054 – FUChristmas

It's a Christmas special with Andy, Alice and Helen. This week: sexy Christmas, a conclusion of the Andy's advent calendar, and we hand out our 2017 awards. With @HelloBuglers @Aliterative @HelenZaltzman @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com ...

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December 15, 2017

Bugle 4053 – Mountains, Monkeys and Moore

Andy and Anuvab discuss a huge week in the UK Parliament, the election in Alabama, British mountains and the latest news from India. Plus – Swear Relief is gathering momentum! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 9, 2017

Bugle 4052 – Brexcitement!

In an episode that was very nearly titled 'Undirectional Rage Poop', Andy is joined by Tiff Stevenson and Alice Fraser to talk about the people of the year, Brexit and horny Irish dogs (and men). We also address the bleeping issue. Again. @hellobuglers @aliterative @tiffstevenson @producerchris M...

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December 1, 2017

Bugle 4051 – Trump and the motto of Brexit

Well what a stupid week it has been. The President of the USA is engaging with the far right, Meghan Markle is marrying a Brit of German(!) descent and there is sport happening. Andy is joined by Nish Kumar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 27, 2017

Bonus Bugle: Australian marriage equality

We endure a week off watching cricket in Australia, so offset with some previously unheard Australia marriage news, and sport, of course, more sport. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 18, 2017

Bugle 4050 – Bad Boys

Robert Mugabe, Silvio Berlusconi, Leonardo Da Vinci and Jesus of Nazareth – some classic old skool Bugle stars are back in the news and back on the show! They're joined by Louis CK who completes the lineup for what would be the world's douchiest buddy movie. Recorded live at the Leicester Square t...

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November 11, 2017

Bugle 4049 – Grafting Harder Than Ever Before.

Andy is in the former New Amsterdam, Anuvab Pal is in the former Kalikata. Andy's been on tour, Trump's on Tour, Prince Charles is on Tour. Has india been cured of corruption? Another British MP resigns. Andy looks for Classical influences on the USA. Support us at Radiotopia.fm Hosted on A...

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November 3, 2017

Bugle 4048 – common ground with Osama

Andy is with Nish Kumar to discuss the latest revelations on Russia, Osama Bin Laden, British sleaze and JFK. Plus, it's time to get #nudewithnish Support us at Radiotopia.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 28, 2017

Bonus Bugle: A listener quiz for Andy

We asked you to write a quiz for Andy and here it is. A load of questions about puns and almost nothing about the news. Some classic clips are thrown in to remind you of the gold, including frozen cricket bats, hotties from history, and yes, puns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

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October 21, 2017

Bugle 4047 – A fart wrapped in an illusion

Andy is in LA, Alice is in Australia, and the news is in London, Washington, China, France, Hollywood and, most significantly, St Helena. Amongst other things: men (awful), speeches (long) and Trump's art (fake) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 13, 2017

Bugle 4046 – Retronauts and prairie skirts

Andy, Hari and Helen look at the war on coal, school bus news, Columbus Day, and The Great British Bake Off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 7, 2017

Bugle 4045 – Calendar means Calendar

Andy is joined by Nish and Alice to ponder just how awful the Conservative conference has been for Theresa May. They also try to make sense of a grim week for the USA. Bugle love to our Vegas listeners. PLUS: What mythical creature would Donald Trump most like to get funky with? Hosted on Acas...

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October 1, 2017

Bonus Bugle: Where will he be?

There's no new Bugle this week. There is however this. Remember: Andy in the USA. (Features a track called Far Cue Buglers) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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September 23, 2017

Bugle 4044 – Nuke the Amazon

Andy is joined by Hari Kondabolu and Tiff Stevenson to reflect on some powerful EU speeches, a new generation of power names and the a POW! from Morgan Freeman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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September 18, 2017

Bugle 4043 – Questions and Answers

It's a LIVE Bugle! Andy is joined on stage by Helen Zaltzman, Anuvab Pal and Producer Chris to ask questions about India, North Korea, gravediggers and of each other. Most importantly, we get the latest from Andy's attic. Recorded live at the London Podcast Festival. Hosted on Acast. See acas...

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September 9, 2017

Bugle 4042 – Durable Partners

Andy is joined by Nish Kumar and Tom Ballard to discuss Brexit, Moggmentum, dates gone wrong and a punch up between Jesus and Buddha. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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September 1, 2017

Bugle 4041 – A flood of news, and floods

There's a lot of water this week. In Houston, where the government is backtracking from plans to cut disaster spending, and in Mumbai where Anuvab is seeking refuge on a floating train. Also, Brexit, Kim, Pauline Hanson and transfer news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

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August 27, 2017

Bugle 4040 – Despot Death Match

Andy is joined by Al Murray and Tom Ballard to put the top global despots to the test and see what chaos they've spurted into the world recently. With big guns from Chechnya, Nigeria, North Korea and the USA all in the mix, it's the cross-code punch up the public have really craved. Recorded live...

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August 18, 2017

Bugle 4039 – Apologies to South America

Andy is joined by Alice Fraser and Producer Chris at the New Town Theatre in Edinburgh for the most northern Bugle of all time. In a massive news week there is Trump news, North Korea, Venezuela, Brexit and Australian New Zealander news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

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August 12, 2017

Bugle 4038 – Every Mushroom Cloud…

Andy is joined by Hari Kondabolu who reports from Seattle, right in North Korea's firing line. This episode includes all you need to know about Guam. Plus, doping scandals and an email from Eubie Butt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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August 5, 2017

Bonus: Everything August aka Silly Season

Andy looks back at everything that's ever happened in the world, in August, on The Bugle. Features Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver on Gaddafi, The Olympics, Afghanistan AND THE WORST RUSSIAN NEWS YOU'LL EVER HEAR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 29, 2017

Bonus Bugle – Too Much News #2

Andy is joined by multiple co-hosts with a collection of stories that were too hot for the news. Highlights from Nisk Kumar, Al Murray, Hari Kondabolu, Tiff Stevenson, Tom Ballard, an almost inaudible laugh from Alice Fraser and several groans from Producer Chris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

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July 21, 2017

Bonus Live Bugle – “this lie happened last Wednesday or Thursday”

Important note: Listen to last week's episode: The Belly of the Bull before this! Andy, Nish and Helen with more from the Underbelly Festival This week: Wimbledon update, some Trump news and a listener Q&A Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 14, 2017

Bugle 4037 – In the belly of the bull

Andy is joined by Helen, Nish and Producer Chris for a live special at the Underbelly festival in London. This week; world population, Steve Bannon, puns and British racism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 7, 2017

Bugle 4036 – Paunchy Plutocrats, Inc.

Alice Fraser joins Andy in London this week. As usual, they talk about Vegan Goats, Hotdog Eating Contests, Nuking Alaska and the Man shortage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 30, 2017

Bugle 4035 – Theresa May has ruined leopard print

Andy is joined by Tom Ballard and Tiff Stevenson to look at the DUP, magic money trees, and dressed down politicians. Also in the news Aussie Tony versus British Tony, who is worse? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 23, 2017

Bugle 4034 – Judges and prison

Andy is joined by Anuvab Pal to discuss mad judges, British democracy and incarceration. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 17, 2017

Bugle 4033 – America’s over there

Andy is joined by Hari Kondabolu to find out what's happened in Trump Town lately. Also Megan Kelly news, Sport/not sport and a Father's Day guide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 9, 2017

Bugle 4032 – A truly British democracy

It's the election that no one wanted, no one won, and yet everyone is celebrating. Andy, Helen and Aparna Nancherla try to work out what just happened. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 3, 2017

Bugle 4031 – Live Election Special

Andy, Nish (and Chris) live on stage at the Soho Theatre in London, with a British election special. Pay heed to Andy's warning at the start. MAY CONTAIN DANGEROUS CONTENT. (Audio a bit peaky for the 1st minute or so – it settles!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

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May 27, 2017

Bugle 4030 – AAA

The Bugle's Triple A team of Andy, Al Murray and Alice Fraser react to the Manchester attacks before moving onto the news people need right now: massive Brazilian emeralds, horse trams and flamingoes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 19, 2017

Bugle 4029 – Electile Dysfunction

Andy takes to the studio with Nish this week. They talk about camouflage, khaki and of course Basquiat. Also the UK election, President Trump and sports mascots. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 12, 2017

Bugle 4028: You’re Fired – Afforced Acquiescence

Andy is joined by Anuvab Pal this week who brings to light the extreme linguistic complexity of India's legal system and we catch up with Trump's latest catchphrase use. France Elects, while the other side of the channel gets ready to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

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May 7, 2017

Bugle 4027: The Sinister Minister (LIVE)

How do you say citizenship? Is that enough to make you an Australian citizen? Plus, the truth about St George. Andy is joined by Zoe Coombs Marr and Wil Anderson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 1, 2017

Bugle 4026 – LIVE IN AUSTRALIA!

The Bugle makes it's live debut in Australia! Featuring Tom Ballard and Alice Fraser. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 21, 2017

Bugle 4025 – Theresa May or may not

Britain needs an election! Theresa May has saved us. Plus, what are Australian values, and how can a baby be a terrorist? AND: would Andy flirt with Mrs Hitler? Andy is joined by Alice Fraser and Nazeem Hussain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 14, 2017

Bugle 4024 – Fart jokes for the Taliban

Andy is joined by Sami Shah and Alice Fraser for a look at the week's news, including Sean Spicer's latest Hitler bantz. Including – why he should become a porn star. Plus, Pauline Hanson's eggcellent adventure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 7, 2017

Bugle 4023 – World turned upside down

Andy is in Australia and joined by two new Buglers – welcome David O'Doherty and Tom Ballard. In the news: Pepsi, Gibraltar and the latest from the US. Plus, just how right wing is Australia? Podcast produced by a zombie/corpse/ghost. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

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March 31, 2017

Bonus Bugle – Too Much News #1

The last 22 weeks have contained a lot of news, too much even for The Bugle, so here are some recent moments that missed the final cut – including the definitive verdict on f s and c s Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 25, 2017

Bugle 4022 – Not Scared, Bored

Andy and Nish on the response to the Westminster terror attack, Trump's failed bill, the happiness index and Scotland's confused position. Plus baseball news. *Recorded before the healthcare bill went completely down the pan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 18, 2017

Bugle 4021 – Geertcha

Andy and Hari Kondabolu discuss the 'good' news from the Netherlands, the rantings of Steve King, Trump's tax return and a penis-on-roof shortage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 11, 2017

Bugle 4020 – Gender War

With International Women's Day fresh in our minds, Andy and Helen decide to settle the battle of the sexes once and for all. Also, why can't same sex couples commit adultery, how did Russia break infinity and why has the news gone (literally) down a rabbit hole? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

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March 4, 2017

Bugle 4019 – Donkey

Andy is joined by Wyatt Cenac to review Donald Trump's attempts to sound like a president, plus new billionaires want to be president and an in depth look into the latest fad – sleep. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 23, 2017

Bugle 4018 – Fashion & Fascism

Andy is joined by Nish Kumar to present a series of key announcements: an Amnesty report is never good news, don't mess with a monk and Saudi Arabia is the Roger Federer of human rights abuses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 18, 2017

Bugle 4017 – Evolution special

Andy is joined by Helen to look at a few stories of human endeavor, including: creation of the MAMMOPHANT, beauty spot stag do's and traffic lights versus Darwin. What are we doing to prolong humankind? Not much AND too much. Plus The Trumpet – enough Trump to keep you sated, but not so much to ca...

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February 10, 2017

Bugle 4016 – Terrorists eat cauliflowers

Andy is joined by Anuvab Pal. Are you a terrorist? It's no longer simply 'yes' or 'no', and don't ask Donald. Plus, Putin, Romania, Zimbabwe and the original gerrymander. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 4, 2017

Bugle 4015 – Tolerance is just laziness

From Lord Gaga to Lady Gaga, The Bugle covers it all this week. Politics, science, tech and salads – could be the tip of the iceberg, lettuce pray we romaine healthy. Plus American tourists prepare to take 'point and shoot' to a new level Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

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January 28, 2017

Bugle 4014 – How bad can it get in a week?

As the former star of Ghosts Can't Do It settles into his latest job, Andy and Nish find it hard to talk about much else. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 20, 2017

Bugle 4013 – American Carnage

Recording just an hour after the inauguration of Donald Trump, Andy and Hari try to make sense of what just happened. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 13, 2017

Bugle 4012 – Bashfulness and Shame

Andy is joined by Anuvab Pal, who brings with him a series of literally enormous questions. Is Trump any worse than Catherine the Great? Should Andy start consulting for Mexico, and how much should a Chinese football team pay for a total novice? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

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January 7, 2017

Bugle 4011 – George W Bush Nostalgia

2017 – set to be the best year since 2015, brings a new Bugle with Andy Zaltzman and Nish Kumar. This week it's Brexit resignations, Trump tantrums and MASSIVE CHICKEN NEWS. Plus, technology, who cares? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 23, 2016

Bugle 4010 – Christmas special!

Who needs Christmas? 2016 does. Andy and Helen share a few Christmas tales, play some games and look back at some extreme Christmases of the past. May contain murder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 16, 2016

Bugle 4009 – Trump, Turkey & Trains

Andy Zaltzman is joined by Anuvab Pal to discuss India's national anthem, Erdogan's attempt to save the Lira and a strong batch of new global despots. Plus it's India v Great Britain in The Great Train Off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 10, 2016

Bugle 4008 – Citation Needed

Andy and Nish report on the latest experiments with democracy in Europe and look at the latest actions of Donald Trump and Boris Johnson. Plus – India Jones, traffic lights and your letters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 3, 2016

Bugle 4007 – Mid Atlantica

Andy is joined by Wyatt Cenac to look at the latest developments either side of the Atlantic, plus Fidel Castro and buckets of gold. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 27, 2016

Bugle 4006 – Zaltzman Showdown

Helen Zaltzman co-hosts in Andy's shed this week. Tony Blair emerges for another go at something or other in the UK, in America a recount makes the headlines and Andy premieres the premier weekly Donald Trump Bugle feature. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 20, 2016

Bugle 4005 – Who Do I Bribe?

In a break from Brexit and electogeddon, The Bugle turns it's eyes on India, with RotW correspondent Anuvab Pal. Includes corruption, queues, statues and an obligatory overseas look at the US. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 11, 2016

Bugle 4004 – ZERO DT

Andy and Hari Kondabolu try and fail to make sense of the US Presidential election. Also – why are McDonalds taking legal action against a whole city, and why did Andy think this was a good week to do ONE OF HIS HATE CRIMES? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 5, 2016

Bugle 4003 – Vote Rochelle

Andy is joined by Wyatt Cenac to discuss the final days of the US elections – what would Trump do in his 1st 100 days, and why is Hilary 'an' Antichrist? Plus, sleep news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 29, 2016

Bugle 4002 – Where’s MY Knighthood?

Nish Kumar joins Andy this time to discuss Britain post-Brexit, the refugee crisis and the Chicago Cubs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 24, 2016

Bugle 4001 – Tony The Tiger RIP

Andy is joined by Hari Kondabolu to discuss the US Election, Finland's birthday and pumpkin spice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 17, 2016

Buglemas Eve – A Preview

Andy introduces you to your new best friends. Plus, finally someone has the balls to satirise Cyclocross Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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September 16, 2016

A Bugle update

An update on the NEW NEW Bugle... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 3, 2016

VIB – Very Important Bugle

A very important Bugle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 11, 2016

Bugle 294 – The Chainsaw of Futuristic Justice

We're back and we left it to buglers to pick the topics – Trump, Brexit, Bacon and Leicester City are top of your list. #Bugle2016 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 29, 2015

Bugle 293 – Slow cook democracy

Andy and John look at the runners and riders for the US elections and have a look at the chaos at FIFA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 8, 2015

Bugle 292 – A career defining election

What have you done Britain? What have you done? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 24, 2015

Bugle 291- Resistible force versus movable object

John celebrates being on the same list as Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin and The Bugle gives it's take on the British election campaign so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 13, 2015

Bugle 290 – Love Letters

It's a letters special, featuring Spain, Iran and worried Buglers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 6, 2015

Bugle 289 – Turbo Russia

Russia becomes a parody of itself, says John Oliver and Andy Zaltzman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 27, 2015

Bugle 288 – Bear Sick

Polar Bears are having a bad time. Here's how bad... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 20, 2015

Bugle 287 – Ecuadoh!

John has the latest on his beef with Ecuador, and a Ukraine update. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 30, 2015

Bugle 286 – Greekonomics

Greece elects a new leader and Europe freaks out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 24, 2015

Bugle 285 – Where’s Bono?

World leaders head to Davos, but the big question has to be asked... where's Bono? You can donate to Michelle's fund here: www.gofundme.com/this-is-michelle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 15, 2015

Bugle 284 – Too Hot For Print

http://www.gofundme.com/this-is-michelle Unity March, Oscars, Birmingham, Orthodox censors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 9, 2015

Bugle 283 – #JeSuisCharlie

A show dedicated to all the people of the world who aren't arseholes. Happy 2015! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 18, 2014

Bugle 282 – Twas the Dick before Christmas

Finally, Andy and John put the best of the worst against eachother in a battle of international dickery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 12, 2014

Bugle 281 – One star review

Andy and John discuss the latest on the CIA and their 'aggressive quizzing'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 6, 2014

The Bugle 280 – On the wAI out

Robots are taking over, and we have an exclusive interview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 21, 2014

Bugle 279 – Chills, thrills and Blatter aches

It's cold in Buffalo, almost as cold as the hearts of Vlad and Sepp. Plus, dick news and Norwegian Dead Guy day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 14, 2014

Bugle 278 – SpaceCats: The Search For Merch

Space Exploration! Rihanna! Vintage BBC Recordings! All words that are connected to this podcast in some way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 6, 2014

Bugle 277 – Wow! Why?

Andy and John celebrate daredevils of the world. Warning, this show is one of 'those' ones, with the 'moments'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 23, 2014

Bugle 276 – Calypso bad

What's happening in Britain? Why are white men singing reggae songs about immigration? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 10, 2014

Bugle 275 The Ebola Tombola

While Ebola continues to be quite a nuisance, Brazil weighs up the importance of footballers as an election draws nearer and The Bugle leaks some smoking hot media featuring your favourite celebrities recorded au naturale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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September 25, 2014

Bugle 274 – Beard means business

The world meets again to discuss the environment, and this time it has beards! Famous people with beards! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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September 18, 2014

Bugle 273 – Season 2!

The Bugle is back and not a moment too soon! Scotland, what have you become? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 12, 2014

Bugle 272 – WORLD CUP!

The news is: There is no news! WORLD CUP! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 5, 2014

Bugle 271 – Abdicupdate

Andy and John discuss the unexpected retirements of a batch of royal monarchs, and why THE QUEEN won't be following Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 30, 2014

Bugle 270 – Fruitcakes and Loonies

Farage and Le Pen lead the charge to bring Europe back to the good old days, assuming bloody and broken is considered good. Plus, wasp news, and the outcome of the Zaltzman v Oliver Pool Championships Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 27, 2014

The Bugle – Maychive II

Some stuff that happened in May, before this May (but since 2007). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 15, 2014

Bugle 269 – Fiddlesticks to Russia

Don't tell Vladimir Putin what you think of him, it could be a £40 fine. Plus, why are Brazilian football fans scared? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 8, 2014

Bugle 268 BrokeSadleBack Mountain

There's gold at the bottom of the ocean and a mountain for sale. Let's team up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 4, 2014

Maychive

This week in history, according to The Bugle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 18, 2014

Bugle 267 Gaining My Religion

Andy and John talk life expectancy and religion. Perfectly normal when approaching a birthday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 11, 2014

Bugle 266 – Flip Modi Squad

Andy and John focus on the elections in India, at least someone in the west is. Plus, Baby King news! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 4, 2014

Bugle 265 – Cup ’em and Cough

Child presents solution to environmental crisis – cash savings! Plus, an in depth report to the world's most sensational news story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 28, 2014

Bugle 264 – Making nothing out of something

Andy and John discuss the global news reaction to some horrific stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 21, 2014

Bugle 263 – Giant Chicken Coops versus Terror

Former British colony opposes Russian incursion into Crimea, Jacob Zuma perfects his security measures and cricketer penis story explained Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 15, 2014

The Bugle – Marchive

A look back at the month of March, including multiple Pope news (it is near Easter afterall), some sex scandals and a bit of Syria Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 7, 2014

Bugle 262 – Insane in the Ukraine

Russia marches into Ukraine whilst the west tuts, the pope brings something back from the dead and massive virus discovered in ice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 28, 2014

Bugle 261 – Crimea River

This week: Ukraine, Penises on walls, Skywhales and movie sequel to Gravity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 14, 2014

Bugle 260 – International Love Triangle

Hollande woos another mistress, World Cup winners make better dates and is George Clooney a Nazi? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 7, 2014

Bugle 259 – Sochi Special

Andy and John report on the latest from Sochi – where Vlad Putin should be celebrating just how amazingly gay the Olympics are, rather than getting all homophobic. Plus! Massive wooden penis found on car! And pigs faces – too shocking for publication! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

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February 1, 2014

Bonus Bugle – A Twitter Q&A

Andy answers your Twitter questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 24, 2014

Bugle 258 – Nazis versus Terrorists

Andy and John focus on two major meetings in Switzerland and British plans to form a police state. Plus – exclusive interview with Frankel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 17, 2014

Bugle 257 – Dancefloor Diplomacy

Andy and John analyse the latest from Thailand, Syria, Sudan and France. Plus: animal news! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 11, 2014

Bugle 256 – Troubled Bridge Over Boiling Water

John Describes what happens when it gets a bit Parky, Andy Laments England's Ashes performance and Round One of the first inter Bugle championship match up takes place. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 3, 2014

Bugle 255

Andy and John learn what the French get up to on New Year's Eve and offer some predictions for the new year. Plus the good ship SS Zaltzman is launched. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 29, 2013

TheBugle review of the year: 2013

Andy Zaltzman introduces a look back at some of the biggest headlines of the last 12 months. May include births, deaths, political misjudgements, and inappropriate behaviour at a funeral (for the 2nd consecutive year). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 19, 2013

Bugle 254 – Christmas Special!

The latest from London's Scroogiest councils, Santacon 2013 and how a US president might enjoy Christmas day (or not). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 12, 2013

Bugle 253 – Lenin in a Dress

So what do the worlds leaders make of the wealth gap? It's Boris Johnson v The Pope! Plus, the police stuff the queen's nuts in their mouths and pigs react to the sale of their seed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 6, 2013

Bugle 252 – (Product from) Pigs Might Fly (Off The Shelves)

A new challenger arrives for toughest world leader, Britain seeks to be a world leader in a new market, And the Bugle mourns a great man. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 22, 2013

Bonus Bugle – Bugle requests

Andy introduces some Bugle highlights, as requested on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 15, 2013

Bugle 251 – Nailing the truth to the floor

A man in Russia has nailed his testicles to Russia, the British conservative party has hidden the internet, and The Bugle raids BBC Radio 1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 1, 2013

Bugle 250 – No one is madder than Obama…

...is about IT glitches with the launch of Obamacare. Plus why spying would have saved Jesus, Spain plans to jail all of the USA, church wangs and Vatican cricket. Happy 250 Buglers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 13, 2013

Bugle 249 – America stands that little bit smaller

Andy and John provide more evidence for the complete collapse of the USA, discuss the end of Sachin Tendulkar, reveal that Brazil is run by clowns and psychopaths and get some passive aggressive love/abuse in an email Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 4, 2013

Bugle 248 – Anarchy in the USA

Andy and John have the latest on the collapse of civilisation in the US, as well as corruption updates from India and Italy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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September 22, 2013

Bugle 247 – Mind The Gap!

Andy and John look at the disparity in wealth in the US, report from the Op-Ed wars, and are joined by a comfortably racist blast from the past Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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September 13, 2013

Bugle 246 – Selling The Drama (And War and Guns And The Planet)

Bugle 246 – Selling The Drama (And War and Guns And The Planet) by The Bugle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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September 5, 2013

Bugle 245 – Syria, too complicated for 5 year olds

Cheney, Pelosi and Kerry throw their opinions around on Syria, whilst the UK parliament withdraws from public like into a world of internet porn. Plus, Andy learns what 'twerking' is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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August 29, 2013

Bugle Elbug Snug in a Rug, Doug

This is not a Bugle. Part 2.01 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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August 8, 2013

Bugle 244 – Russian into battle

The Cold War is back – and this time it's colder. Deadly weapons are being used – like banning Pride marches, and the relentless use of puns. We live in dangerous times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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August 2, 2013

Bugle 243 – The gifts that keep giving

Robert Mugabe is going nowhere without a struggle, especially when he still gets 103% of the vote. Plus, Silvio Berlusconi is back in the news! Thanks Silvio! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 25, 2013

Bugle 242 – Woman gives birth!

In an incredible story, a woman has had a child. In other news, a man has published his penis online and the coin of truth is proved right once again Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 18, 2013

Bugle 241 – Motown breaks down

It's hot, Motown becomes no town and JK's growling Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 16, 2013

Bonus Bugle – The Story of Wills and Kate

Soon to be a new entry at #3 in the British boss charts, it's a royal baby! In eager anticipation we deliver the story of Wills, Kate and the baby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 12, 2013

Bugle Bulge Beluga Legume Bleurgh!

This is not a Bugle. This is many Bugles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 5, 2013

Bonus Bugle – Jet Skis, lawyers and donations

Some never heard before clips of The American, the legal aid row and donation queries from Buglers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 27, 2013

Bugle 240 – Political Gooaaalllsss!!

Brazilian protesters find the top corner, Andy launches a new competition and The American returns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 21, 2013

Bugle 239 – Goodness Gracious G8 Balls Of Tennis

A Summer On Murray Mound Beckons and the G8 Summit is the perfect opportunity to sample delicacies not normally found on one's plate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 14, 2013

Bugle 238 – Inprismed

Andy and John look through the prism and toss the coin of truth. Is Andy a witch? Is John enjoying the Daily Show hot seat? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 7, 2013

Bugle 237 – Istanbul’s hit

Half way through the year and what countries are performing? Plus, what happens when world leaders get hammered together? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 24, 2013

Bugle 236 – Tennis racquet marries guinea pig

Society set to force appliances and pets to marry. Plus, food news – get a sick bag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 17, 2013

Bugle 235 – The long arm of the lorry

What crazy democracy would put it's legal aid system in the hands of a haulage firm? What crazy democracy would elect a twice removed crook? Find the answers in this weeks Bugle! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 10, 2013

Bugle 234 – Nuns, guns and nutters

Who the hell are UKIP and what do they want? Is making guns an act of libertarianism and why nuns and nuclear don't mix Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 3, 2013

Bugle 233 – Baby got hack

Hacking, Afghanistan and Andy introduces his lobsters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 26, 2013

Bugle 232 – Mars, Merchandise and Mad Men!

Andy and John, and about a million Buglers have noticed that there is a penis on Mars. Get your telescopes out. In other news, MERCH IS LIVE(!), and Chechnya's leader is a Hilary Swanker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 18, 2013

Bugle 231 – The Queen should play poker

Andy and John mark the passing of Margaret Thatcher, discuss their Aussie race-hate controversy and try to make sense of the gun laws fudge. Plus – who will love longer, Andy or John? The answer is revealed this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 13, 2013

The Bugle – The Baroness bows out

What's an appropriate way to give Margaret Thatcher a send off? Not like this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 4, 2013

Bugle Q&A – Andy Zaltor Zaltzman

Andy Zaltzman answers your questions, with help from Producer Chris Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 28, 2013

The Bugle – The worst bits of 2013 (so far)

Some amazing as-yet-unheard clips from recent recordings of The Bugle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 21, 2013

Bugle 229 – Cyprus ready to go Mad Max

The latest from Cyprus, where Chris's parents have the economy in their hands, budget news from the UK and Barack Obama goes on holiday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 13, 2013

Bugle 228 – Rome’s most eligible bachelor

We have a new pope and he is 76 years young! Andy and John welcome him. Plus, amazing phone news and dog TV Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 7, 2013

Bugle 227 – Farewell Bush’s Muse

Andy and John mark the passing of Hugo Chavez, look into the baffling Italian elections and discuss what John needs to do when he hosts the Daily Show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 28, 2013

Bugle 226 – Salvo For Mali

The world acts late on Mali. So does The Bugle. Also, the latest Pope and Mars news. Plus, the Harlem Globetrotters put their lives in their own hands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 21, 2013

Bugle 225 – Waffles are forever

Andy and John provide a crime update and reveal a few unexpected law changes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 14, 2013

Bugle 224 – Papal Proton Packs

Don't fire, he's not dead! Plus it's year of the snake, Iranian monkeys duped into space and the Iron Sheik cuts loose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 7, 2013

Bugle 223 – Invasion of the Asylugrants

Andy and John provide the latest immigration news from each side of the Atlantic, present some car park news and get an email about cats. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 3, 2013

Bugle 222 – Halfrica

Andy and John provide a special update on Africa. A Mali section is not included for technical reasons, but we assure you it was above average in quality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 24, 2013

Bugle 221 – Do EU really love Us?

Britain throws another strop with on/off life partner, the EU. Plus – A new/old president, news about lies and a Superbowl preview. Sort of. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 19, 2013

Bugle 220 – The Cheat Hits The Fan

The latest on Lance Armstrong, fake footballers wives, gun control and the contents of your burgers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 11, 2013

Bugle 219 – 5th versus 1st

The US and UK governments are half way through their runs, North Korea is totally mental, Apple reveal latest product and Andy, John and Chris are lusted after. Oh Yeah! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 4, 2013

Bugle 218 – Cliff Diving

In the 1st Bugle of 2013 the US going cliff diving, the Germans get angry, Mohamed Morsi gets dissed and 'Old Crownhead' gives her annual speech. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 29, 2012

The Bugle – The Complete 2012 – Part 2

The 2nd installment of our highlights of 2012. What a year! GOLD FOR 2012! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 21, 2012

The Bugle – The complete 2012 – Part 1

The Bugle celebrates the 1st half of 2012, and reveals the new logo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 14, 2012

Bugle 217 – Silvio’s Christmas Gift

In the final full Bugle of 2012 The Pope joins Twitter, census reveals extent of Islamic invasion, Silvio returns and Andy teaches India how to fight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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December 7, 2012

Bugle 216 – We’re having a baby!

Nothing else matters in the world as "We're Having A Baby!" Kate of the Royals and that William are not the only ones expectant as the planet gets a massive case of baby brain. This Bugle was created in five different time zones, spanning 13.5 Earth hours as John records amongst the sta...

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November 30, 2012

Bugle 215 – Let’s Nuke The Moon!

Andy and John explore the American plans to blow up the moon, continued trouble in the middle east, a crime free NYC and they meet THE Indian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 23, 2012

The Bugle – The Producer Chris Podcast

An audio hurricane for a visual world. Bugle outtakes, Bugler interviews, triathlon and a bit of Producer Ped. And a puppy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 16, 2012

Bugle 214 – A Few Bad Men

CTFD and GTFU Buglers! News from scandals in the US and the UK as well as secession news from Austin Texas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 9, 2012

Bugle 213 – Free At Last!

Massive coffee news, T shirt cannons, and some election news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 2, 2012

Bugle 212 – Wind of change

New York takes Chicago's title, Berlusconi is a crook, and (finally) a daredevil feature. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 26, 2012

Bugle 211 – Electoral Labour

Election news from the USA, not dead news from Brazil, economy news from Britain and commodity news from Jay Z and Beyonce. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 19, 2012

Bugle 210 – Punch up for President!

The battle to be US president descends to one level above/below boxing match. In other news, Scotland slides away, war crimes news and Bugler attempts to beat Chris to title of The Bugle's worst distance runner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 14, 2012

Bugle 209 – 5th Birthday Edition

Happy Bugle birthday everybody! To celebrate we present a Brass Balls special... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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October 5, 2012

Bugle 208 – A Kama Sutra approach to the truth

Romney v Obama. Oh dear. Plus, snakes – the paracetamol of the animal world! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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September 28, 2012

Bugle 207 – UN-believable

Andy and John have the latest from the leaders pow wow at the UN, preview the Anglican elections (really) and reveal your best suggestions for a name for a fake horse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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September 21, 2012

Bugle 206 – The President is not a gremlin

Andy and John provide the latest from Democrapalooza, offer the latest smart phone reviews, reveal what a vicar should never sing at a funeral, place lies into categories and discuss the latest waparazzi news Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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August 17, 2012

Bugle 205 – The Trojan Horse

Andy and John recover from the Olympics by diving into the US elections. Apparently they happen later this year Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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August 10, 2012

Bugle 204 – What the Feck

Andy and John prepare for life post Olympics, paying tribute to the greatest diver of all time. In other news, Madonna starts a Pussy Riot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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August 3, 2012

Bugle 203 – No medals for Syria

This Bugle sounds like what a Bugle would sound like if Andy and John had spent the last watching the Olympics and nothing less. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 27, 2012

Bugle 202 – Sport!

It's London! It's 2012! That means one thing – SPORT! Oh, and more on the Romneyshambles and North Korea Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 20, 2012

Bugle 201 – Dirty bankers

Bankers are bad, mermaids don't exist and the Olympics are near. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 13, 2012

Bugle 200 – The horn dog returneth!

The Bugle celebrates it's 200th edition with the return of two old favourites. Also in the news, evil bankers are making us learn boring things, and Kim Jong Un reveals his virility. Plus, should we fire missiles at the rain? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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July 6, 2012

The Bugle – Andy Zaltzman Speaks

With the 200th Bugle just a week away, Andy Zaltzman takes his turn to take listener questions. Producer Chris asks the questions, excellently. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 29, 2012

The Bugle – John Oliver Speaks

As The Bugle prepares to celebrate a fine double century, producer Chris puts some listener questions to John Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 22, 2012

Bugle 199 – This is an ex-president!

Andy and John bring the latest from Egypt where democracy and the health of it's former leader are teetering on the edge. In other news, wealthy Brits are treating tax as a voluntary act of philanthropy, a Syrian has big brass balls and the US gets in knots over knitting Hosted on Acast. See aca...

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June 15, 2012

Bugle 198 – Warm up and melt down

The world prepares for another half-arsed attempt to save itself, sheep are unleased on London 2012, Elvis is alive, and Andy gives the most complete analysis of the Eurozone crisis yet, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 8, 2012

Bugle 197 – Singing in the Reign

A reviewbilee of the Queen's festivities. Plus, in other news; killer terrorist furniture causes chaos and Euro 2012 begins to a chorus of jeers and pessimism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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June 1, 2012

Bugle 196 – Jubilee Special

The Bugle celebrates 60 years of the Q-Unit. In other news, Obama's kill list, the UN is unimpressed with Syria and doctoring the pension contributions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 24, 2012

Bugle 195 – A drop of Reagan’s Blood

The latest news from the Egyptian elections, hosting it's 1st democratic election in 7000 years, and from London 2012, where there are many missiles on buildings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 16, 2012

The Bugle – 194a – Too Good For Context

Some amazing clips from recent shows, in the wrong order Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 10, 2012

Bugle 194 – Global Election Round Up

So what's been happening at the ballot box in Mexico, Russia, Greece and France? The Bugle investigates. Plus, Obama shows Cameron how to inspire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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May 4, 2012

Bugle 193 – Happy Deathiversary!

Osama Bin Laden's death commemoration special! Plus Gingrich promises holograms and 32% of the people of Britain have spoken. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 26, 2012

Bugle 192 – Uncle Rupert is the real victim

Kindly Uncle Rupert meets Lord Leveson, France goes to the polls, Newt makes a statement and Israel and Palestine become penpals. And this is how a Bugler cooks... http://thebuglepodcast.com/?p=317 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 19, 2012

Bugle 191 – A secret servicing

Sex scandal special! Plus, penguin eats newt, town proposes shocking name change and producer Chris is set to win the London Mararthon. Support him here: http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/HackneyEmpire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 12, 2012

Bugle 190 – Santorum splashes out

The Republican race to win the right to lose hots up. Plus a Titanic celebration and rowing about rowing. http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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April 5, 2012

Bugle 189 – ‘Like eating Bill Cosby’

Andy and John finally deliver an Antarctic special, plus Chinese art news, and a new season in the US version of Rounders. Recorded in a special location. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 30, 2012

Bugle 188 – Gentlemen, start your engines!

It's panic stations at the fuel pumps, as the public waste money that could be more wisely invested in a meal with the Prime Minister or funding a Republican candidate campaign. Failing that, a tepid working class pasty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 22, 2012

The Bugle Q&A, vol 1

A listener generated Q&A. If it's bad, it's your fault http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 15, 2012

Bugle 187 – The President’s Playlist

Assad's account gets hacked, anonymous Brit visits the US and ugly dog dies. Visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 9, 2012

Bugle 186 – An Insult to Civic Society

Together in New York! Andy and John round up the latest global election news and take an unorthodox mathematics test. http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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March 1, 2012

Bugle 185 – Burning Rings Of Steel

How is London getting on with the Olympics? How wet is Angela Merkel? What have News International been up to? http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 24, 2012

Bugle 184 – Wangderlust

Following the Lady Special, now The Bugle presents a Man Special. Except the latest hot news on the 'Y' chromosome, and other droobler based stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 17, 2012

Bugle 183 – Bugle Lady Special

It's been a bad week if you are of the opposite gender to Andy and John, so The Bugle shows some sisterly solidarity. May contain mentions of the Taleban, and Rick Santorum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 10, 2012

Bugle 182 – Stockpiling Humanity

Maldiviacs revolt, Capello quits, Syria sinks, and Dickens dives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 2, 2012

Bugle 181 – A Knight’s Fail

Syria slips further, Mitt the Mighty, and Sir Fred is dead. Well, not dead, just Fred. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 26, 2012

Bugle 180 – The truth about lies

Lies, damn lies and cricket statistics. Plus, a round up of presidential news, what's driving Canada over the edge, and the battle for Saddam's butt cheek. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 19, 2012

Bugle 179 – Playas gon play

This week – oh PIPA, Republican't candidates and Craptain Italia. Remember to #savethebugle at http://www.thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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January 17, 2012

Hello Buglers!

Hello Buglers, if this has turned up in your iTunes folder or similar device for downloading then it means the changeover has worked... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 17, 2008

The Guantanamo Graduates

The 17th ever Bugle podcast, from 2008. Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver. This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

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February 10, 2008

Afghanistan in a zen state of chaos

The 16th ever Bugle podcast, from 2008. Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver. This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

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February 3, 2008

A Message to You, Rudy

The 15th ever Bugle podcast, from 2008. Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

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January 27, 2008

Money, Money, Money

The 14th ever Bugle podcast, from 2008. Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

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January 20, 2008

After 443 years Sark finally gets democracy

The 13th ever episode of The Bugle, from 2008. Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

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January 13, 2008

Bush brings yet more chaos to the Middle East

The 12th ever episode of The Bugle, from 2008. Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

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January 6, 2008

After Iowa, only 302 days left to go

The 11th ever Bugle podcast, from 2008. Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

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December 16, 2007

Have an Adequate Christmas

The tenth ever episode of The Bugle! Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

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December 9, 2007

Iran: Nukes or No Nukes?

The ninth ever episode of The Bugle! Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

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December 2, 2007

Australians keep touching the Queen

Australians keep touching the Queen, the 8th episode from The Bugle. Hear more of our shows, including Top Stories, donate and see our live dates here: thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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November 19, 2007

OPEC: Let's talk oil and fiery rhetoric

The sixth ever episode of The Bugle! Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver. This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ and listen to Top Stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

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November 12, 2007

110 Per Cent Behind Musaharraf

The fifth ever episode of The Bugle! Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver. This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ and listen to Top Stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

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November 4, 2007

Immigration Everywhere

The fourth ever episode of The Bugle! Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver. This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ and listen to Top Stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

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October 28, 2007

California's Burning

The third ever episode of The Bugle! Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver, featuring the audio cryptic crossword. This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ and listen to Top Stor...

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October 20, 2007

The Empire Strikes Back

The second ever episode of The Bugle! Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver, featuring The American. This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ and listen to Top Stories Hosted...

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October 14, 2007

Audio newspaper for a visual world

The first ever episode of The Bugle! Written and presented by Andy Zaltzman and John Oliver This is a classic episode from The Bugle, to support us, and to keep the Bugle alive and free of ads, please visit http://thebuglepodcast.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

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