What The F Is Going On? with Mark Steel3 Elo

Ep 189 with Sophie Willan (Live in London)

In this special Live episode of What The F Is Going On?, Mark is joined by BAFTA-winning writer, comedian and creator of Alma's Not Normal, Sophie Willan. From growing up in Bolton to breaking into television, Sophie tells the extraordinary story of how Alma's Not Normalfinally made it to the BBC, why working-class voices are still fighting to be heard, and how comedy can reveal more truth than drama ever could. Along the way, Mark and Sophie discuss community, class, mental health, social mobility, Margaret Thatcher's legacy, Andy Burnham, and why understanding people's lives is impossible without understanding the communities they come from. There are also brilliant stories about eccentric locals, unforgettable family members, comedy, swearing, Taskmaster, and why Paul Hollywood's bread shows make Sophie irrationally angry. A funny, thoughtful and passionate conversation about class, compassion and the stories we choose to tell. For Ad-free episodes, Extended cuts, Early access & bonus content go to: ⁠www.patreon.com/wtfisgoingonpod⁠ For media, press & guest enquiries please email ⁠mikey@carouselstudios.co.uk⁠ Follow What The F*** Is Going On? @wtfisgoingonpod Follow Mark Steel @mrmarksteel Follow Sophie @Sophiewillan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ep 190 with Rosie Jones Pt 1: My Disability Is Not The Most interesting Thing About Me!

In Part 1 of this episode of What The F Is Going On?*, Mark Steel sits down with the brilliant comedian, author, and force of nature Rosie Jones. Ahead of their respective Edinburgh Fringe shows, the ...

10 Elo 49min

Ep 188 with Andy Parsons Pt 2: Mock The Week Changed Comedy

Join us this Wednesday 29th for a live recording of the podcast at our studios in West London. Mark will be joined by actress Sophie Willan for a live streamed interview in front of a small audience...

27 Heinä 45min

Ep 188 with Andy Parsons Pt 1: Sport Is Never Just Sport

Mark is joined by comedian Andy Parsons for a conversation that starts with Ben Stokes, cricket curfews and Gareth Southgate, before expanding into a much bigger question: why Britain seems permanentl...

20 Heinä 42min

Ep 187 with Gary Younge Pt 2: History Isn’t What You Think

In Part Two, Gary Younge reflects on growing up black in Britain, covering Nelson Mandela's election in South Africa, interviewing some of the world's biggest figures, and why identity politics is so ...

13 Heinä 1h 5min

Ep 187 with Gary Younge Pt 1: Immigration was never the problem!

Gary Younge joins Mark for a conversation about what has gone wrong with British politics. They discuss Andy Burnham's leadership, Labour's collapse, the rise of the Greens, Gaza, immigration, the med...

6 Heinä 57min

Ep 186 with Susie Mccabe Pt 2 : Scottish People Can’t Relate To Posh Etonians

This week Mark continues his conversation with Susie Mccabe In part two, Susie McCabe talks openly about growing up gay in Glasgow, coming out in the 90s and the realities of working-class family ...

29 Kesä 53min

Ep 186 with Susie Mccabe Pt 1: I am unapologetically Glaswegian!

Mark is joined by brilliant Glaswegian comic Susie McCabe for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation about Glasgow pubs, estate boozers, working-class culture and the strange beauty of chaos. From nak...

22 Kesä 45min