The Bugle

The Bugle

Comedy EN ↓ 706 episodes

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

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The Bugle

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Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Independents Day – Bugle 4098 23.02.2019

Andy, Alice and Anuvab talk us through moon news, more disgusting animal news, Brexit breakups and Indian crocodile news. Plus - The Bugle is changing and needs you to survive. Contribute and keep us going here. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser Desiree Burch @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sex and Insects news – Bugle 4097 16.02.2019

Andy and Alice are joined by Bugle debutant Desiree Burch to discuss the biggest issues this week – including insects, 'blackface' sweaters and sex. Loads of sex. Plus, what happens when you put a cow on a plane? With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser Desiree Burch @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Bin King – Bugle 4096 09.02.2019

Andy, Alice and Hari look at the State of the Union, and what a state it is. Plus, is a place in hell actually a privilege for a Brexiteer and Sweden has a new monarch. Also, emoji news and the latest on Producer Chris's broken arse. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser Hari Kondabolu @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Why the dolphins keep leaping – Bugle 4095 01.02.2019

Andy and Alice turn their attentions to homelessness, the polar vortex and plastics. Plus animal news. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bugle 4094 – Weekend at Bernie’s 19.01.2019

Andy is joined this week by Nish Kumar and Alice Fraser. Brexit continues to be a great source of fulfilment and happiness, we enjoy exposure to toxic masculinity and celebrate the redundancy (literally) of Robotic servants. @Hellobuglers @Alliterative @MrNishKumar @Wahwah_UK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wall Nuts – Bugle 4093 12.01.2019

Andy and Anuvab Pal discuss Trump's 'wall', Theresa May's 'deal' and the true heritage of James Bond. Plus, some old smoking adverts make it In The Bin. And – Producer Chris news. With... @HelloBuglers Anuvab Pal @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ferry bad start to the year – Bugle 4092 04.01.2019

Britain plans to save itself post-Brexit with imaginary ferries. Plus it's been an exciting start to the year including North Korean defections and vegan sausage rolls breaking the internet. Plus, a new Bugle fitness regime, including the return of Swearobics! With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast...

2018, Part Two: Trump, *truth* and Theresa 29.12.2018

Andy Zaltzman introduces six more huge stories from the year, including Trump and the truth, David O'Doherty's guide to Anglo Irish relations and a Mark Wahlberg inspired look at the day of a regular Bugle host. Featuring Andy Zaltzman, Nish Kumar, Alice Fraser, Anuvab Pal, Matt Forde, Tiffany Stevenson, David O'Doherty, Felicity Ward and Alex Edelman. Produced by Chris Skinner. Part one is alread...

2018, Part One: Kangaroos, Kim & corruption 23.12.2018

What a year! Yes there's Trump and Brexit, but also sexy Kangaroos, exam cheats in India and Kim Jong Un. Includes great live moments and a guest appearance from RoboTrump. Featuring Andy Zaltzman, Tom Ballard, Nish Kumar, Alice Fraser, Anuvab Pal, Aditi Mittal. Produced by Chris Skinner and the ghost of Tom Wright. Part two will be released next week (was released a week after this one). Hosted o...

Brexray Specs – Bugle 4091 14.12.2018

Andy corrals together Nish Kumar, Tiff Stevenson and Matt Forde to look at a baffling week in a baffling year in a baffling decade for UK politics. With @HelloBuglers Nish Kumar Tiff Stevenson Matt Forde @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have we invaded Bhutan? – Bugle 4090 08.12.2018

Andy is with Helen Zaltzman and Hari Kondabolu to look at Mike Pence's new approach to problems, the Queen's (possible) take on Brexit and whether or not it's better to pretend you're older or younger than you actually are. With @HelloBuglers Hari Kondabolu Helen Zaltzman @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

That’s a Big Cow! – Bugle 4089 30.11.2018

That's a big cow! ...It's a really Big Cow! There's a giant cow about to take over the show in Australia. The sky is the limit as India constructs Statues that bother aircraft. The Bugle welcomes Tom Ballard and Anuvab Pal to discuss these and more – UK news,The G20 and Sport get examined thoroughly with Andy Zaltzman taking lead. @TomCBallard @AnuvabPal @hellobuglers @Wahwah_UK Hosted on Acast. S...

Termites and Populists – Bugle 4088 24.11.2018

Europe is embracing populism, termites are building megalopolises, men are doing incredible things with their throats, and turkeys are doing their turkey thing. Andy and Alice have the latest on all of this. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Symptomless Blitz: 4087 16.11.2018

Aliens, Brexit(!!) and Trumpbrella all in focus in a pretty spectacular live Bugle, featuring Nish Kumar and Felicity Ward alongside Andy Zaltzman. With @HelloBuglers Felicity Ward Nish Kumar @ProducerChris And a cameo from another Bugle host! More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Midterms, appendage art and WOMEN: Bonus Bugle 11.11.2018

Some classic midterm news from John and Andy, the penis on the roof and something special from Producer Chris. Respect to Jim Acosta, Abby Phillip, April Ryan, Yamiche Alcindor and anyone who dares question that enormous lunatic. With @HelloBuglers John Oliver Alice Fraser Nish Kumar Hari Kondabolu @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. Se...

It’s easier to build a moon than to Brexit: Bugle 4086 03.11.2018

Andy is joined by Al Murray and Tom Ballard to look at just how China is taking over the world. Plus – Britain is angry, Australia now welcomes rappers (one at a time) and the US is, well, you know how it is. With @HelloBuglers Al Murray Tom Ballard @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pocket Gods: Bugle 4085 26.10.2018

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Aditi Mittal* to discuss how much someone should smile, including women and terrorists, Trump's right to lie and and anti corruption versus anti corruption. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser Aditi Mittal @ProducerChris *until the internet broke shortly before the end of the record. More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See ac...

Hari Kondabolu Day: Bugle 4084 19.10.2018

With perfect timing, Hari Kondabolu joins Andy, just as we all get ready to celebrate Hari Kondabolu day. In other news: From Saudi Arabia, the Jamal Khashoggi case continues. From the UK, the detailed arrangements for a royal baby are explained. From the USA, Elizabeth Warren has her DNA tested and Trump weighs in with his verdict From the world of Technology, cars seem slower than ever. Hosted o...

Wedgie Diplomacy: Bugle 4083 12.10.2018

Andy is joined by David O'Doherty and Alice Fraser to discuss hot planets, awful science men, MMA(!) and Britain's relationship with Ireland. Recorded live at the Sugar Club in Dublin – part of our UK tour and the Dublin Podcast Festival. Includes a travel weary producer Chris, you'll learn why. This is the version at correct speed. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser David O'Doherty @ProducerChris Mo...

Wedgie diplomacy: Bugle 4083 12.10.2018

Andy is joined by David O'Doherty and Alice Fraser to discuss hot planets, awful science men, MMA(!) and Britain's relationship with Ireland. Recorded live at the Sugar Club in Dublin – part of our UK tour and the Dublin Podcast Festival. Includes a travel weary producer Chris, you'll learn why. With @HelloBuglers Alice Fraser David O'Doherty @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: h...

Buy lead and horny horses: Bugle 4082 05.10.2018

Andy and Hari try to make sense of the Kavanaugh situation in the US, celebrate Bugle success in the subcontinent and celebrate female physicists. With @HelloBuglers @HariKondabolu @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aditi’s Intro to India 29.09.2018

Andy is joined by Aditi Mittal, in India. India is big, and has a lot going on, this includes ID cards, corruption and the legacy of the Brits and the caste system. With @HelloBuglers @@awryaditi @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Octopuses on drugs: Bugle 4081 22.09.2018

Andy, Nish and Alice learn the latest stupid Brexit news, discuss just how bad the republicans are handling sexual assault claims, discover what happens when scientists are given ecstasy, and bring the latest penis news. With @HelloBuglers @MrNishKumar @aliterative @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

Ruining Mark Wahlberg’s Day: Bugle 4080 16.09.2018

Andy is joined by James Nokise and Tiff Stevenson to discover the real use for the Apple Watch, how Brexit is affecting hedgehogs & Jager Bombs, and why Nauru has stuck it to China. Recorded live at The Leicester Square Theatre. We've got live dates in London, Salford and Dublin all coming up – come along! With @HelloBuglers @tiffstevenson @JamesNokise @ProducerChris More episodes and info on...

The Bugle plays away: Bonus Bugle 07.09.2018

Some bits sneakily kept back from recent Bugles recorded live at the Edinburgh and End of the Road Festivals. See us live in London in London, Salford and Dublin in coming months. With @HelloBuglers @Aliterative @MrNishKumar @AnuvabPal @ProducerChris More episodes and info on our website: http://thebuglepodcast.com We are proud members of Radiotopia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

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