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Friday Night Comedy from BBC Radio 4

BBC Radio 4
Conservative Party
Rishi Sunak
BBC
UK Politics
Labour Party
Hugh Merriman
Keir Starmer
Christmas
Cost Of Living Crisis
David Cameron
Gaza
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Politics
Fast Fashion
Boohoo
Rwanda
Royal Family
Cost-Of-Living Crisis
Male Mental Health
UK Immigration Policy

Topical comedy from the sharpest satirical minds in the business. Listen first on BBC Sounds, every Friday.

Is the news driving you up the wall? You’re not alone. Let the comedians take the strain and work out what’s been funny this week. Features BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz, Dead Ringers, The Naked Week and Too Long; Didn’t Read.

Listen on BBC Sounds, seven days earlier than anywhere else, and s... more

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Latest Episodes

The Naked Week team dive into war, flout the law and enjoy a real life Town Crier performing selected highlights from Amol Rajan's Instagram feed.

From The Skewer’s Jon Holmes and host Andrew Hunter Murray comes The Naked Week, a fresh way of dressi... more

Joining Andy for the final episode of this series are Simon Evans, Zoe Lyons, Cindy Yu and Ahir Shah and not one of them can be deemed a flight risk. Along with the latest on Peter Mandelson’s arrest they discuss how UK politics is no longer a two-pa... more

Top of the agenda this week is some royal breaking news - who got a special birthday visit from the police? We’ll be analysing yet another government U-turn and see who’s emerged from the shadows for Nigel Farage’s proposed ‘shadow cabinet'. Plus a c... more

This week the panel discuss PM Keir Starmer fighting off a potential coup; whether it’s a good idea to take Valentine’s day tips from a two-timing Norwegian athlete; and after 40 days of rain in some parts of the UK, is the country actually getting s... more

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Recent Guests

Cindy Yu
Times columnist
The Times
Episode: The News Quiz: Ep2. U-Turn, We Defect
Susie McCabe
Episode: The News Quiz: Ep2. U-Turn, We Defect
Paul Sinha
Episode: The News Quiz: Ep2. U-Turn, We Defect
Scott Bennett
Episode: The News Quiz: Ep2. U-Turn, We Defect
Alan Carr
Comedian and TV presenter
BBC
Episode: Dead Ringers Christmas: Ep 1. Farage Goes to School, The Snowman v Keir, and Alan Carr: Special Negotiator
Leanne Yau
Polyamory expert
Episode: The Naked Week: Ep6. Parties, polycules, and pardoning
Rosie Holt
Guest correspondent
The Naked Week
Episode: The Naked Week: Ep6. Parties, polycules, and pardoning
Janet Ellis
Ex-Blue Peter presenter and children's TV legend
Episode: The Naked Week: Ep5. A Budget, A Bombshell, and a Bedtime Story.
Alan Dedicoat
Official National Lottery Voice of the Balls, and voice of children in need
Episode: The Naked Week: Ep4. Immigration, Espionage, and a game of Guess Who? - Epstein Edition.

Hosts

Andy Zaltzman
Host of The News Quiz, known for sharp political satire and humor.
Andrew Hunter Murray
Host of The Naked Week, he offers insightful commentary and humor on current events.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 18.8k ratings
  • Continues it’s race to the bottom.

    Alan Coren was funny. Richard Ingrams was funny. Jeremy Hardy was funny. The News Quiz panels these days don’t even make me smile. A sad indictment of what used to be Radio 4.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United Statesa month ago
  • News quiz

    I would like to just be able to follow the brilliant News Quiz - all the other so-called comedy shows are cringeworthy.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Alisouthampton
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • What a shame

    Are used to really enjoy this program. But now it’s completely ideologically captured. Weird lefties and the woke brigade.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Stuart.paul.obrien
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • The skewer

    I love this kind of thing . ABC in Australia did it every sunday night . Brilliant.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moi be me
    Australia2 months ago
  • Good shows

    I like most of the shows from Friday Night Comedy.

    Would be good if the picture matched the episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jet45789
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show is known for its clever humor and topical relevance.
There is some criticism about the perceived political bias in content, particularly towards left-leaning ideologies.
The comedic approach to serious topics is appreciated but some feel it's occasionally formulaic.
Many listeners appreciate the blend of comedy with insightful political commentary.
Listeners enjoy the dynamic between different comedians and the variety of comedic styles presented.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#143
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#33
United Kingdom/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#163
Canada/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#60
Australia/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#86
France/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#157
Italy/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The News Quiz: Ep 1. Flags out, stamp duty. Stamped out, off duty.
Q: Who admitted underpaying stamp duty when buying a flat?
Angela Rayner.
The News Quiz: Ep 1. Flags out, stamp duty. Stamped out, off duty.
Q: What three things did Keir Starmer promise to deliver in phase two?
Delivery, delivery, delivery.
Too Long; Didn't Read: Ep 6. Computer says no
Q: Can robots ever be a substitute for the magic of the human soul?
Some believe that relationships with AI can replace human interaction, as they offer a frictionless experience devoid of conflict and expectations.
Too Long; Didn't Read: Ep 6. Computer says no
Q: What are the positives to having things like AI companions?
AI companions can serve as effective tools, helping users overcome social anxieties and providing emotional support.
Too Long; Didn't Read: Ep 6. Computer says no
Q: What's the difference between intelligence and sentience?
Intelligence involves learning and carrying out tasks, while sentience relates to having feelings and sensations, which AI currently lacks.

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Offering a sharp and satirical commentary on contemporary news and events, this show combines elements of humor and political critique. Each episode features a panel of comedians discussing various topics, including UK politics, current events, and social issues, often with a focus on absurdities and contradictions in the political landscape. The style is light-hearted yet incisive, employing wit and clever wordplay to provide a fresh perspective on serious matters, making it an engaging listen for those interested in both comedy and current affairs.

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2. Susie McCabe
3. Paul Sinha
4. Scott Bennett
5. Alan Carr
6. Leanne Yau
7. Rosie Holt
8. Janet Ellis

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