logo
episode-header-image
Apr 2023
42m 22s

Are You Having a Laugh?

THE TIMES
About this episode

Which party's supporters can take a joke, and which have a sense of humour failure? Matt looks at the league table of humourlessness with Private Eye editor Ian Hislop and comedians Geoff Norcott and Tiff Stevenson.


Plus columnists India Knight and James Marriott discuss Dominic Raab's resignation, the 'Oasis album' made by AI, and journalist Tom McTague explains the political power of 'Deano'.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Up next
Jul 31
Trump's Gaza Breakthrough?
President Trump is hailing a historic agreement to disarm Hamas, but some are sceptical it will work - can he deliver lasting peace in Gaza?Ryan Tubridy unpacks the politics of the day with Manveen Rana and Alys Denby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. 
33m 55s
Jul 30
The Politics Of Climate Change
Drought and wildfires have hit England during the fourth heatwave of the summer. Are politicians are keeping up with a changing climate?Carolyn Quinn unpacks the politics of the day with Juliet Samuel and Andy Silvester. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ... Show More
34m 9s
Jul 29
Can Andy Fix It?
Andy Burnham has become the latest Prime Minister to promise to fix England's social care system. More than 20 attempts have failed over the past 30 years - so what makes this one any different?Carolyn Quinn unpacks the politics of the day with Alice Thomson and Robert Crampton. ... Show More
29m 59s
Recommended Episodes
May 2017
#009 Trump, Boris, May - Who's The Best Communicator? (With Prof Sophie Scott)
Neuroscientist and laughter expert Sophie Scott and I discuss the use of comedy within politics, how the left and the right use language differently, and what communication techniques to look out for in the run up to the UK election. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor ... Show More
1h 12m
Jun 2025
What's the point of political satire?
In the midst of spending reviews, rows of migration and fights about water bosses' bonuses, everyone could do with a laugh. So this week on Westminster Insider, host Sascha O'Sullivan speaks to a coterie of comedians and satirists in SW1 to find out: what's the point of political ... Show More
47m 10s
Jan 2022
Farts | Laughter | Potatoes
Anuvab Pal and James Colley join host Alice Fraser for episode 43 of The Gargle, the weekly topical comedy podcast from The Bugle - with no politics!💨 Farts in a jar😂 Laughter the best medicine🚒 French burn fewer cars🥔 Tates on a plane🎼 Crypto the new music? 🐿 Squirrel ramp ... Show More
31m 59s
Jan 2022
News Quiz 7th January 2022
Andy Zaltzman and the News Quiz return to satirise the weeks news from the UK and beyond.This week Andy is joined by Alice Fraser, Chris McCausland, Katie Perrior and Ahir Shah. They look at the smallprint on Keir Starmer's 'contract with Britain', rate Boris Johnson's new look, ... Show More
27m 55s
Dec 2023
Got Milk (Lobbyist Talking Points)? MARINATE Your Diet Cokes! 12.15.23
<p>In episode 1598, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian and musician, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mrianlockwood/?hl=en">Ian Lockwood</a>, to discuss… Biden Impeachment Inquiry Is Here…Without Any Proof! This Is What It Sounds Like When Lobbyists Write All Your Words…, I ... Show More
55m 14s
Apr 2020
#670 | Trevor Noah Hates Freedom-Loving Americans | Ted Cruz Guests | Louder With Crowder
What has been your opinion of late night during the COVID-19 pandemic? Kimmel, Colbert, Meyers ... have you found any of it to be fun? Is there even a joke or a bit that stands out? The gang talks about dying with dignity, Kenyan coronavirus care packages, Brian Stelter "not bein ... Show More
1h 40m
Jan 2025
2 Man Group
This episode covers everything from global politics, like the Israel-Gaza ceasefire, to rap beefs between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, and even the latest drama in Congress featuring Nancy Mace and Jasmine Crockett. Expect hot takes, unexpected tangents (yes, paddle sports make a su ... Show More
1h 57m
Oct 2022
Politricks As Usual
Former Trump attorney Michael Cohen, comedian Jim Norton, and political consultant Tezlyn Figaro debate the week’s top stories with Charlamagne Tha God. Plus, Stephen A. Smith stops by for a candid conversation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more abou ... Show More
33m 27s