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Just a Minute

BBC Radio 4
Just A Minute
Comedy
BBC
Paul Merton
BBC Sounds
Taskmaster
Catherine Bohart TLDR
Banter
Joni Mitchell
Freddie Mercury
David Bowie
Whoopsie Daisy
Pride and Prejudice
Edinburgh
Monopoly
The Great Barrier Reef
Barbarella
Older and Wider
Meat Pie
Whitstable

Panel game in which the contestants are challenged to speak for one minute without hesitation, deviation or repetition on any subject that comes up on the cards

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes52Founded2 years ago
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Latest Episodes

The subjects this week include: my most useless superpower, the art of napping and if I were Harry Styles for a day. Plus, Zoe gives her best shot at what it's like to be in an Agatha Christie.

Host: Sue Perkins Players: Paul Merton, Zoe Lyons, Cat... more

Players take on subjects including: No worries if not!, I got off scot free and what's the big deal about Toy Story? Plus we get a taste of Julian's best Claire Sweeney impression.

Host: Sue Perkins Players: Tony Hawks, Desiree Burch, Cariad Lloyd, ... more

We're back with a bang this week with some of our toughest subjects to date. They include my advice for a blind date, I refuse to go back to..., and the last time I made a citizen's arrest. Plus who makes the classic repetition mistake of saying BBC?... more

We're back in Bradford for the final episode of the series. Zoe tells us why she's not as cool as a cucumber, Chris explains who Bradford Jesus is and Lucy offers her thoughts on Taylor Swift.

Host: Sue Perkins Players: Paul Merton, Zoe Lyons, Chris... more

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Rachel Parris
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Paul Merton
Comedian and actor known for his improvisational work
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Paterson Joseph
Actor, writer, and presenter
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Cariad Lloyd
Comedian, actress and writer known for her improv skills
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Sue Perkins
Host of Just a Minute

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 363 ratings
  • Amazing!

    The best podcast ever! I loved every second of it and have watched literally all of them at least 4 times!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🤩😃👍
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Jam

    Loved it. Very funny and great for school runs and finish two each week. No complaints

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bandit🌫🍇🍉
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Love it

    Finished them all and have re listened several time a great podcast would definitely recommend

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hiii124
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Love!!❤️

    This is a perfect blend of hysterical and game show. The host is perfect and the panelists are always so funny! Would recommend to everyone!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paramadness00
    United States4 months ago
  • The best

    I love this podcast so much I literally listen every time there’s a new episode and I can watch it with the kids and still have a laugh about it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yebollix
    United Kingdom4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the host's guidance and the quick-witted banter that keeps episodes lively.
The show is described as a comforting, timeless favorite for long drives and routines, with guests delivering standout moments.
Fans consistently praise humor and guest chemistry, noting it's a reliable, entertaining listen.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#38
United States/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#1
United Kingdom/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#21
Canada/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#63
United Kingdom/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#6
Australia/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#11
Italy/Comedy/Improv

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A witty panel-game show centers on fast-paced prompts, sharp banter, and quick-fire challenges where contestants must speak for a minute without hesitation, repetition, or deviation. Across episodes, the format consistently emphasizes host-guided humor, guest camaraderie, and clever wordplay, with recurring threads around topical trivia, cultural anecdotes, and playful interruptions. Notable strengths include a long-running legacy, esteemed panelists, and a polished BBC studio presentation that keeps the energy high while preserving warmth and charm. This mix is likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy intelligent humor, improv, and lighthearted competition, especially fans of British panel comedy and classic game-show energy.

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How many episodes of Just a Minute are there?

Just a Minute launched 2 years ago and published 52 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Rachel Parris
2. Paul Merton
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4. Cariad Lloyd

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