You're Putin Me Off (4220)

This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Hari Kondabolu and Alice Fraser for another round of global absurdity and barely contained disbelief.🕊️ We begin in the Middle East, where “peace” has apparently broken out — at least according to the press releases. But what’s Trump’s role in it all, and can a man who once tried to buy Greenland really solve millennia of conflict?🤖 Then we dive into the weird world of AI, where influencer Tilly Norwood is reshaping tech headlines, ethics, and possibly humanity’s sanity.🦁 In animal news, we meet pescatarian lions — proving that even apex predators can try a new diet (or are just really bad hunters).👮‍♂️ And in South Korea, a holographic police officer is now on duty. Finally, a cop who can’t arrest you but can give you nightmares.🎧 Support The Bugle! Get bonus episodes, exclusive video editions, and moral superiority at thebuglepodcast.com📺 Watch Realms Unknown on YouTube, and pick up A Passion for Passion - The Audiobook on our site.Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

15 Loka 45min

This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Helen Zaltzman for a transcendental episode of The Bugle — one that’s proudly, intentionally, and gloriously Trump-free.👼 We turn our attention to higher beings — spiritual, celestial, and possibly bureaucratic. Are they watching us? Guiding us? Or just muting Earth’s notifications?🐒 In animal news, we ponder what our furry co-inhabitants might think of humanity’s latest efforts at intelligence — artificial or otherwise.💘 And speaking of which… relationships with AI. Love in the time of algorithms: when your soulmate’s a chatbot and your toaster knows too much.Expect enlightenment, existential dread, and at least one argument about whether your phone is judging you.🎧 Support The Bugle! Get bonus episodes, exclusive videos, and the smug serenity of a Team Bugle subscription: thebuglepodcast.com📺 Watch Realms Unknown on YouTube, and pick up the audiobook for A Passion for Passion here: thebuglepodcast.comProduced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8 Loka 46min

This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Josh Gondelman and James Nokise for a satirical sprint through the week’s most surreal headlines.🇺🇸 Trump at the UN — the world’s most chaotic diplomat-in-chief takes his brand of bluster to the global stage. What did he say this time, and did anyone manage to stay awake?🐒 In Palau, macaques are making mischief—proof that not all international crises involve humans (though these monkeys are giving it a good go).⛳ And at the Ryder Cup, golf’s most polite competition turns into a not-so-polite chaos-fest. Who lost their cool? Who lost their balls? And how did it all go so very wrong?🎧 Support The Bugle! Get bonus episodes, exclusive video editions, and a warm glow of smug satisfaction: thebuglepodcast.com📺 Watch Realms Unknown on YouTubeProduced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Herded by macaques. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 Loka 53min

This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Nish Kumar and Sara Barron for a globe-spanning episode of satire, scandal, and despair.💻 Don’t miss our live stream! Join us on 26th October for a Bugle you can watch in real time. Tickets available now at thebuglepodcast.com.🇺🇸 In the US, late-night comedy takes a hit as Jimmy Kimmel gets cancelled—we unpack what it says about culture, politics, and the endless churn of outrage.🇬🇧 Across the pond, Donald Trump visits the UK, oh please.🇵🇸 And Palestine, what a state.🎧 Support The Bugle! Subscribe for bonus episodes, exclusive videos, and smug satisfaction: thebuglepodcast.comProduced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

24 Syys 48min

This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Anuvab Pal and Tiff Stevenson for a global sweep of OH GOD NOT ANOTHER WEEK LIKE THIS. At least we have a fun top story...🤖 In Albania, the government now has an AI Minister. Is this the future of politics, or just the first step toward being ruled by ChatGPT in a suit?🇺🇸 In America, chaos reigns yet again—scandals, dysfunction, and a national mood that can best be described as “existential shrug.”🇬🇧 Meanwhile in the UK, the far right edges further into the conversation. We ask: what does this mean, and will they sue if you call them far right?🧭 And in history news: Marco Polo. Explorer? What exactly did he do?🎧 Support The Bugle! Come to our live stream. Get bonus episodes, exclusive videos, and the smugness of a Team Bugle subscription: thebuglepodcast.com📺 Watch Realms Unknown on YouTubeProduced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

17 Syys 46min

This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Alice Fraser and Nato Green for a world tour through... 🇨🇳 In China, the latest “conference” brings together a rogues’ gallery of global strongmen. At least it’s nice to see Men Having Friends—even if those friends are terrifying.🇺🇸 In the US, the rebranded Department of War makes a bold statement, and bad rhymes.🇬🇧 Meanwhile in the UK, the government is serving up yet another omnishambles⚽ And in sport: once again, Trump nearly ruined it. Because of course he did.Plus we announce major guests for our live show...exciting! #JohnnyShowbiz🎧 Support The Bugle! Get bonus episodes, exclusive videos, and that smug Team Bugle glow: thebuglepodcast.com📺 Watch Realms Unknown on YouTube, and pick up A Passion for Passion here: Bookshop.orgProduced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10 Syys 49min

Hello Buglers, we are back with a spectacular new Bugle next week. Until then let’s celebrate this most premier of autumnal months… with a look back at September from years gone by.And don't forget to get your tickets for our live show at the Leicester Square Theatre in October. Or your ticket to watch the live stream. Buy them here: https://www.thebuglepodcast.com/liveHear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 Syys 39min

Ahead of our 18th birthday (tickets on sale now: http://thebuglepodcast.com), we celebrate some classic live Bugles, with Andy, Nish, Alice and Alex Edelman.The Bugle can only exist if you support us: donate, follow us on YouTube, spread the word.Introduced by Andy Zaltzman and Chris Skinner. Produced by Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 Elo 30min