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The Truth (In My Opinion)

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Donald Trump
Keir Starmer
Ukraine
Trade War
Vladimir Putin
Elon Musk
Conservative Party
Rachel Reeves
January 6th Insurrection
Tariffs
Gaza Strip
Nigel Farage
New Orleans
Labour Party
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 and Becky Carewe Jeffries

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In this weeks episode the news of a man who booked a hotel room and never left takes us on a journey that includes a South Korean cult and the killing of Japanese President Shinzo Abe. Cody is joined by actor and comedian Luke McQueen. His headlines ... more

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In this weeks episode we get our teeth stuck into a dental scandal so big you won't believe you haven't heard of it. Cody is joined by writer and stand-up comedian Rina Lina. Her headlines were:

UK supermarket chain Iceland drops trademark dispute w... more

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In this weeks episode our hearts will all simultaneously break thinking about baby Punch who's mother rejected him at birth and is the internet's latest obsession. Cody is joined by writer and stand-up comedian Michael Odewale. His headlines were:

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In this weeks episode we learn that it is actually possible to booby trap yourself as Cody is joined by writer and stand-up comedian Ian Smith. His headlines were:

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Ria Lina
Stand-up comedian
Episode: Ria Lina: Iceland vs Iceland, The £8bn Dental Scandal & The Late Queen's Corgis Cancelled
Michael Odewale
Writer and stand-up comedian; BAFTA winner; worked with Charlie Brooker
Episode: Michael Odewale: Franken-Chickens In Your KFC, Gen Z Becoming Religious & Baby Monkey Punch
Ian Smith
Comedian and podcaster
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Episode: Ian Smith: A Goole-y Celebration, Home Alone Booby Trapper Jailed & Obama Believes In Aliens?
Daniel Foxx
Writer and stand-up comedian
Episode: Daniel Foxx: Australia Shark Attacks, Olympic Penis Injections & Melania Trump's Propaganda Flop
Abi Clarke
Stand-up comedian and viral sensation
Episode: Abi Clarke: Catherine O'Hara, Lucy Letby Netflix Doc & Tupee Boxing Disaster
Owen Jones
Political commentator and journalist
Episode: Owen Jones: Donald Trump's British Patriots, Green Party Get High & Arse Scratching Cows
Samira Banks
Stand-up comedian and friend of the host
Episode: Samira Banks: Milk Mayhem, Outrageous Migrant Rescue Laws, Wonton Noodles & Brooklyn Beckham Bombshell
Milo Edwards
Stand-up comedian and fellow podcaster
Episode: Milo Edwards: Greenland Greed, The Teenage Fun Police & UKIP Get More Racist?
Katie Norris
Comedian, actress, and singer known for engaging and humorous storytelling.
Episode: Katie Norris: Exmoor Beast, Dating Detectives & Reviewing Gone Mad

Host

Cody Dahler
Comedian and host with a unique style of blending humor with serious commentary on news topics.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 619 ratings
  • Cody

    Dearest Cody, I live in Northern Ireland, and, well, I’ve been conditioned to not like English accents- but for some reason I like yours. So keep up the good work especially with those videos about the news. Just the right amount of sass. 10/10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bogdana
    United Kingdom20 days ago
  • Viv

    Katie Norris’s alter ego gets the thumps up (better than Syphilises)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andy SW
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Excellent show all round!

    Cody is fab. So funny and very informed + thoughtful too. Excellent interviewer and love the format. Keep it up ! ❤️I am no longer a thicky thicky dumb dumb x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vikki S24
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Hitting your stride (whatever that refers to…)

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yickbob
    United Kingdom5 months 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 Kingdom6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the humorous approach to current events, noting the blend of comedy and insightful commentary as a standout feature.
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The engaging, quick-paced format is well-received, with many enjoying how the host breaks down serious topics with humor.

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Michael Odewale: Franken-Chickens In Your KFC, Gen Z Becoming Religious & Baby Monkey Punch
Q: Are you a newsy person in terms of how you consume current events?
I keep up through major outlets like BBC and Reuters, but I don't chase every piece; I focus on stories that feel consequential or interesting from a public discourse standpoint.
Ian Smith: A Goole-y Celebration, Home Alone Booby Trapper Jailed & Obama Believes In Aliens?
Q: Are you a newsy person?
Yes, I've developed a habit of looking at various newspapers, both those I like and disagree with, to contrast their reporting.
Ian Smith: A Goole-y Celebration, Home Alone Booby Trapper Jailed & Obama Believes In Aliens?
Q: What inspired your podcast, Northern News?
It focuses on funny and unusual stories from the North, showcasing the unique character of the region.
Owen Jones: Donald Trump's British Patriots, Green Party Get High & Arse Scratching Cows
Q: Owen, why did you decide to make life hard for yourself and become a left winger?
Jones reflects that he had a background of revolutionary leftist parents, which prompted his shift away from their ideology towards a more moderate stance, but ultimately he feels compelled to speak out against injustices.
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Q: What do you think about the state of the water voles?
Scientists have discovered that water voles are important for the ecosystem, but their population has decreased significantly due to human activity.

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