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It's the trans-global satiricast that leaves no hot potato unbuttered. Andy Zaltzman breaks down the news with comedians from across the world including Alice Fraser, Hari Kondabolu, Chris Addison, John Oliver, Nish Kumar, Tiff Stevenson and Helen Zaltzman. Go to TheBuglePodcast.com to become a premium subscriber and get exclusive shows.


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Episodes
  • What a State
    Sep 24 2025

    This week, Andy Zaltzman is joined by Nish Kumar and Sara Barron for a globe-spanning episode of satire, scandal, and despair.


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    🇺🇸 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.


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    Produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner.

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    49 mins
  • Real Housewives of the UN
    Sep 17 2025

    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?


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    47 mins
  • (Strong)men Making Friends
    Sep 10 2025

    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


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    49 mins
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