Celebrating 15 years of The Bugle, this daily show takes us back through the some of the greatest stories The Bugle has deemed newsworthy. Featuring the best moments from Andy Zaltzman, John Oliver and guest Co-hosts We are listener funded, support what we do here This is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Top Stories! podcast is an absolute delight for anyone who enjoys revisiting older stories and reminiscing about a bygone era. As a longtime listener and occasional commenter, I have found immense joy in reliving these past highlights and reflecting on how they no longer hit as hard as they once did. It's a surreal experience to laugh even harder at the mental plight of my past self who had to navigate through the garbage world of the annoyingly linear present. Plus, the return of John Oliver's velvet intonations is truly endearing, and I can't help but wonder where he ended up after The Leaving. Wherever it may be, I sincerely hope he's finding a way to laugh again.
One of the best aspects of The Top Stories! podcast is undoubtedly John Oliver's presence on many episodes. His wit, charm, and ability to deliver intelligent humor make each episode a joy to listen to. As a latecomer to The Bugle, I am incredibly grateful for this opportunity to delve into past episodes and experience John Oliver's comedic brilliance firsthand. Additionally, the podcast offers a look back at some of the most memorable moments from the show, allowing listeners to relish in the nostalgia while enjoying fresh laughter.
While The Top Stories! podcast offers plenty of entertainment value, there are a few aspects that could be improved upon. One potential downside is that it may not resonate as strongly with new listeners who are unfamiliar with The Bugle or John Oliver's work. Without prior knowledge of the show's history or context, some jokes and references may fall flat. However, this drawback can easily be mitigated by starting from earlier episodes or familiarizing oneself with The Bugle beforehand.
In conclusion, The Top Stories! podcast is an excellent choice for anyone seeking both entertainment and intellectual stimulation. With its clever humor and insightful commentary on current events from different time periods, it caters well to ADHD intellectuals looking for a dopamine hit. While it's important not to forget how we got here to this seemingly unpleasant world, The Top Stories! podcast allows us to go out happily cackling, thanks to its ability to evoke laughter and provide a fresh perspective on the past. Moreover, the podcast showcases Andy Zaltzman's brilliant talent for unearthing fascinating stories and discovering great comedic talent. Overall, it is a must-listen for fans of intelligent comedy and those who appreciate a good trip down memory lane.
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October 2020 now, and The Bugle was live from the Unmute Podcast Festival. Alice Fraser and Nish Kumar were with Andy as we discussed some important evolution news, and crabs.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're going back to June 2022 now. Josh Gondelman and Ria Lina joined Andy to focus on the latest nonsense from lawmakers in the USA. It's Bugle issue 4233 - Nationalise Human Trafficking.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Alice Fraser and Nish Kumar were with Andy in September 2020 to explore the British government's attempts to break the law. It's Bugle issue 4165 - Below the Belt.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jena Friedman and Tiff Stevenson joined Andy in February 2020 for a look at a new viral sensation. It's Bugle issue 4141.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In May 2018 Nish Kumar was with Andy to look at the latest wang swinging from the US and North Korea. It's Bugle issue 4069 – Read the bible, capeesh?Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
There was some serious cricket news in June 2020. Hari and Alice joined Andy as he attempted to come to terms with the impact of Covid on the most important game in the World. It's Bugle issue 4158 - A vector of disease. Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're going back 10 years now to March 2015. Republican senators in the US were in the midst of an unusual pen pal relationship with the Iranian regime. It's Bugle issue 290 – Love Letters.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're going back to September 2022 now… Tiff Stephenson and Anuvab Pal joined Andy to try and make sense of the UK's extended period of mourning in tribute to the Queen. It's Bugle issue 4240 - Mourning Has Broken.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In May 2020 we were very happy for any news that took us away from a Covid based Top Story. Cue much excitement at the prospect of an Indo/China war. Alice Fraser and Anuvab Pal joined Andy for Bugle issue 4154 - Terra Firma Warriors.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In June 2021 Nish Kumar and Josh Gondelman joined Andy as the World faced an unexpected twist in the future of the USA. It's Bugle issue 4198 - The Future Is The Past.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Let's visit June 2022 now, and Hari Kondabolu and Nato Green teamed up on The Bugle for the first time ever. US gun laws were in the spotlight for issue 4232 - Arm all the drag queens.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In April 2021 we were preparing to record the latest Bugle, when the death of the Duke of Edinburgh was announced. But fortunately there was also Ketchup news to discuss. Andy was joined by Felicity Ward and Nato Green for Bugle issue 4190.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In March 2019 Andy was in the USA and this Top Story comes from a Brooklyn show featuring Josh Gondelman, in his Bugle debut, and the usual family fun from Alice Fraser. It's Bugle issue 4099 - Ross and Rachel.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Now we have a listener's request for you. Veronika emailed us to suggest we visit September 2012 and episode 206 of the Bugle - The President is not a gremlin. The top story was all about US Presidential candidate Mit Romney - and Veronika writes that she has one particular section of this episode saved for whenever she needs a lift… so if you don't enjoy this - blame Veronika.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In October 2020 Andy was joined by Tiff Stevenson and James Nokise, with hot news from the New Zealand election. It's Bugle issue 4170, Good guys win elections!Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're visiting August 2018 now, and Andy was joined at the Edinburgh Fringe by Alice Fraser and Alex Edelman as the US government moved to win support from Stars Wars fans. It's Bugle issue 4077 – Space Force. Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In May 2020 Nish Kumar and Alice Fraser joined Andy as we all slowly unravelled in the midst of Covid restrictions, and embraced the brave new world of podcasts with video. It's Bugle issue 4153 - A Dutch Village.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Let's go back to May 2018 now, when Andy was joined by Anuvab Pal to discuss global cheating, forgery and misrepresentation. It's Bugle issue 4067 - Celebrate Forgery.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In August 2020 the fish were fighting back. Yep, it was runaway salmon news in the Top Story slot for Bugle issue 4164 - Falwell That Ends Well.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're visiting May 2020 now for Bugle issue 4151, Boris Babies. Alice Fraser and Josh Gondelman joined Andy for a round up of Covid kids news.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In August 2019 the Bugle was live from Edinburgh, joined by Nish Kumar and Aditi Mittal. The Kashmir crisis made it to the Top Story spot. It's Bugle issue 4117, Kashmir versus Brexit.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In March 2018 Andy was joined by Nish Kumar and Helen Zaltzman for an education in social media. It's Bugle issue 4063, The bots have won.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In August 2019 Andy was joined by Tom Ballard and Alice Fraser to discuss protests in Hong Kong and the definition of terror. It's Bugle issue 4118, Smelly Death Birds.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're going back to October 2020 now and that moment in time where, for a second, there was a vague feeling of hope…. the moment it was revealed that Donald Trump had Covid. Anuvab Pal and Helen Zaltzman joined Andy for Bugle issue 4168, Trump too nasty even for Covid.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In June 2019 Andy was joined by Nish Kumar and Alice Fraser for a Bugle live from London's Southbank. Conservatives and golf courses made the Top Story. It's Bugle issue 4113 - So Many Holes.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In March 2018 Andy indulged himself with a Top Story close to his heart…. Yes, you guessed it - cricket news. Alice Fraser joined him for Bugle issue 4064 – Mad Mike Versus Science.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're visiting March 2019 now, and Prime Minister Theresa May was grappling with her Brexit deal. Alice Fraser joined Andy from Australia for a live Bugle titled Mature Grown Up Politics.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In June 2020 we were all in need of a diversion - here at the Bugle we were happy to oblige with a fragrant Top Story from Austria. Alice and Helen joined Andy for Bugle issue 4157 - Fart the Police.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're going back now to a live show recorded at the Edinburgh Festival in August 2018. Nish Kumar and Anuvab Pal joined Andy to discuss a wonderfully ludicrous week in Trumpland. It's Bugle issue 4078, Truth isn't Truth.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're visiting February 2015 now. John Oliver and Andy were trying to get their heads round a tricky ceasefire in Ukraine. It's Bugle issue 287, Ecuadoh!Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mark Steel made his Bugle debut in January 2018 - joining Andy and Alice Fraser for a live show at London's Leicester Square theatre. It's Bugle issue 4057, Britain in Crisis.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In May 2018 Andy delivered the first ever Bugle live from San Francisco. Alice Fraser and Helen Zaltzman joined him for midi jingles and end-of-days news.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hari Kondabolu was with Andy in March 2018, as the sleepy English city of Salisbury found itself at the centre of a real life spy thriller. It's Bugle issue 4062, Bullwinkle.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Now you might think AI was one of the hot topics of 2024. But in December 2014 we at the Bugle were way ahead of our time. Andy and John Oliver took a peek into the future in issue 280, On the wAI out.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In November 2018 Tom Ballard and Anuvab Pal joined Andy, as a six foot cow named after underwear took over Australia. It's Bugle issue 4089, That's a Big Cow!Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
January 2020 now and Anuvab Pal and Al Murray joined Andy as India's government took part in a bit of time travel. It's Bugle issue 4138, A Long Tradition of Sedition.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're going back to a live Bugle now. This time at the Underbelly Festival in London in July 2018. Alice Fraser and Andrew Maxwell joined Andy to discuss Brexit lunacy. It's Bugle issue 4075 - Fledgling season.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Jan 2018 Andy was joined by Nish Kumar and Tom Ballard to discuss some sexy kangaroo news. Yes, you heard me correctly. It's Bugle issue 4056 - What does 'massacre' mean?Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're going back to November 2014 now, and space exploration was having a moment. Andy took it upon himself to provide a reenactment of the crucial moment in the mission - much to John Oliver's delight. It's Bugle issue 278 - SpaceCats: The Search For Merch.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're venturing into one of the furthest corners of the Bugle archive now. Way back in November 2009 Andy and John Oliver paid tribute to a classic Queen's speech. It's Bugle issue 96 - Two star review for this year's Queen's Speech.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In April 2018 David O'Doherty and Alice Fraser joined Andy for a live show in Melbourne. Armageddon, turtles and bicycles all featured in Bugle issue 4065 - Clipart news.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're going back to simpler times now - January 2020 - when our main concerns were Harry and Meghan, billionaires and space brides. It's Bugle issue 4137 - Relationships Special.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
December 2017 now, and Andy was joined by Tiff Stevenson and Alice Fraser to talk about the people of the year, Brexit and horny Irish dogs. It's Bugle issue 4052 - Brexcitement!Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In February 2020 America gave us some impeachment action, the Superbowl and the Iowa caucuses. Nish Kumar and Hari Kondobolu joined Andy to make few attempts to even bother making sense of it all. It's issue 4140 - America Special.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're going back to December 2017 now - and it was a particularly stupid week in World history - partly thanks to the US President. Nish Kumar joined me for Bugle issue 4051 – Trump and the motto of Brexit.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In April 2020 we issued a handy Bugle guide on how to spend an average lockdown week. Alice Fraser and Al Murray were with me as we also scratched around for non-Covid content. It's issue 4148 - Panda Time.Hear more of our shows, buy our book, and help keep us alive by supporting us here: thebuglepodcast.com/This episode was produced by Chris Skinner and Laura Turner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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