Adam & Jayden

Bad News First

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Bad News First is a weekly news and comedy podcast where Jayden and Adam break down the biggest headlines in politics, culture, and current events - then strip away the spin and replace it with satire. Each episode tackles six tailored news stories from around the world, delivering intelligent humour, political commentary, and cultural analysis with bite. From global scandals to media absurdity, nothing is off-limits. If you enjoy smart comedy, dry wit, and unapologetic takes on the modern news cycle, this podcast is for you! New episodes weekly.

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Adam & Jayden

Episodes

Bad News First; Episode 7: Gen Z, Taine, Curling, AI Bubble, 25th Amendment & Chimps 23.04.2026 1:04:35

Welcome to Bad News First — the podcast where we take the week’s biggest headlines, strip away the spin, and replace it with sarcasm. Because if you don’t laugh at the absurdity… you might understand it. This week (Monday 20th April 2026): Working 9-to-5 (and 6-to-10) Planet of the Apes Cold as Ice Catch-25 Crouch, Bind, Set! These Boots Are Made for AI So, grab yourself a cuppa — or something str...

Bad News First; Episode 6: Music, Space, Golf, Councils, Deals & Chocolate 15.04.2026 1:02:12

Welcome to Bad News First — the podcast where we take the week’s biggest headlines, strip away the spin, and replace it with sarcasm. Because if you don’t laugh at the absurdity… you might understand it. This week (Monday 13th April 2026): Smoke On The Altar Artemis Poo Mastering The Game Wayne’s World Deal Or No Deal Have A Break So, grab yourself a cuppa — or something stronger — and enjoy the s...

Bad News First; Episode 5: Planes, Petrol, Paycheques, Pupils, Pics & Premiership 25.03.2026 1:10:55

Welcome to Bad News First — the podcast where we take the week’s biggest headlines, strip away the spin, and replace it with sarcasm. Because if you don’t laugh at the absurdity… you might understand it. This week (Monday 23rd March 2026): Prepare For Landing Pump It Up! Frozen Paycheques We Don’t Need No Education Unsubscribed Players, Penalties & Promotions So, grab yourself a cuppa — or som...

Bad News First; Episode 4: Concerts, Cricket, Charity, Confidence, Colours & Comeuppance 16.03.2026 1:00:42

Welcome to Bad News First — the podcast where we take the week’s biggest headlines, strip away the spin, and replace it with sarcasm. Because if you don’t laugh at the absurdity… you might understand it. This week (Monday 16rd March 2026): Face the Music Howzat?! High Hopes Poller Coaster Holi Moly Rough Justice So, grab yourself a cuppa — or something stronger — and enjoy the show! New episodes w...

Bad News First; Episode 3: Iran, Managers, Air New Zealand, Americarna, TOP & Skynet 04.03.2026 1:00:49

Welcome to Bad News First — the podcast where we take the week’s biggest headlines, strip away the spin, and replace it with sarcasm. Because if you don’t laugh at the absurdity… you might understand it. This week (Monday 2nd March 2026): I Ran Out Of Time You’re Fired! Mayday! Mayday! Start Your Engines! You Better Get This Party Started “I’ll Be Back” So, grab yourself a cuppa — or something str...

Bad News First; Episode 2: Beer, Kermit, Rugby, Winston, Celebrities & Noah 25.02.2026 1:06:15

Welcome to Bad News First — the podcast where we take the week’s biggest headlines, strip away the spin, and replace it with sarcasm. Because if you don’t laugh at the absurdity… you might understand it. This week (Monday 23rd February 2026): Brewed Awakening Deep Depression State of Confusion Gremlin in the Kremlin Lost in Translation Permanently Cancelled So, grab yourself a cuppa — or something...

Bad News First; Episode 1: Code Brown, Benin Bronzes, Netflix & Kill, The Epstein Files & Britney 17.02.2026 51:53

Welcome to the very first episode of Bad News First — the podcast where we take the week’s biggest headlines, strip away the spin, and replace it with sarcasm. Because if you don’t laugh at the absurdity… you might understand it. This week (Monday 16 February 2026): • Wellington takes “wet and windy” a little too literally • North Korea brings a whole new meaning to Netflix & Chill • The Epste...