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Aug 2024
46m 49s

Live! How comedy can bring hope in dark ...

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In this special live episode from the Edinburgh Fringe, recorded on 07/08/24, Nish and Coco are joined by comedians Adam Hills and Kemah Bob to talk about how political comedy offers relief in dark times, while still holding power to account.  The gang reflect on political flashpoints and what they learned from it, from dropping a spoonful of sugar to the un ... Show More
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