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The Truth (In My Opinion)

Cody Dahler/W!ZARD Studios
Donald Trump
Keir Starmer
Elon Musk
Trade War
Ukraine
Conservative Party
Rachel Reeves
Vladimir Putin
January 6th Insurrection
Tariffs
Gaza Strip
Nigel Farage
Labour Party
New Orleans
Mark Zuckerberg
Los Angeles
Inauguration
Deepseek
Heathrow
International Criminal Court

The podcast where comedian Cody Dahler puts his guests in charge of the news.

Written and created by Cody Dahler

Produced by Becky Carewe-Jeffries

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes67Foundeda year ago
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Recent Guests

Benjamin Partridge
Comedy writer, podcaster, and creator of the Beef and Dairy Network.
The Beef and Dairy Network
Episode: Benjamin Partridge
Christopher Hall
Stand-up comedian and professional backing singer
Episode: Christopher Hall
Humza Yousaf
Former First Minister of Scotland
Episode: Humza Yousaf
Josh Berry
Comedian, writer, and impressionist
Episode: Josh Berry
Shalaka Kurup
Stand-up comedian and one of the top 10 funniest women in the UK
Episode: Shalaka Kurup
Grace Blakeley
Journalist and author, known for her insights on economics and politics.
Episode: Grace Blakeley
Alexandra Haddow
Comedian and writer, politically active on social media
Episode: Alexandra Haddow
Adrian Gray
Stand-up comedian, satirist, and fake history buff known for his humorous takes on history.
Episode: The News (In Adrian Gray's Opinion)
Donald Trump
Former President of the United States
Kremlin Records
Episode: Ep 15 - Dictators, Lies and Trump's Latest Single

Host

Cody Dahler
Host, comedian, and creator of the show, known for his distinctive humor and engaging commentary on current affairs.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 547 ratings
  • Hitting your stride (whatever that refers to…)

    Loved the last couple episodes of the new format - keep going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yickbob
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • I’m now less of a thicky thicky dumb dumb

    Love listening to you Cody and enjoy all your posts and podcasts. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Watsons53
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Brilliant spin-off

    The News sister show is great (on the basis of the first episode). Yes, it’s good two guys making each other laugh (as that is The First Law of Podcasts), but the premise is really good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Richardm4
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Brilliant!

    The only way I want to consume my news!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunnydaisychain
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Top stuff.

    Showing the absurdity of the world via the news. Cody sums it up so we don’t have to scream. Very funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zyxckfp
    United Kingdom5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the comedic take on news, finding it both entertaining and informative.
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The humor blended with critical commentary helps listeners engage with complicated issues in a lighter way.

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#134
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#183
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Humza Yousaf
Q: Why do you think there is an inability of the political class to deal with the situation sensibly?
Labour government fears threats from reform groups and tries to imitate their narratives.
Humza Yousaf
Q: Do you think the left have a problem with nationalism?
Yes, civic patriotism should be owned by the left to prevent far-right appropriation.
Humza Yousaf
Q: What can your view teach about nationalism?
Civic nationalism is about unity and inclusiveness rather than ethnic division.
Humza Yousaf
Q: How is that going?
Given the current state of the world, many believe politicians need to try harder to provide solutions.
Josh Berry
Q: What should I do? And how ought one to be as a man?
Berry's comedy reflects his exploration of masculinity amidst societal expectations and personal experiences.

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