
From Donald Trump's tariffs to Elon Musk's Teslas; from the rise of Reform to 'Woke Marxist Popes' and the axing of Winter Fuel Payments, award winning comedian Mark Steel and some very special guests attempt to answer the most taxing intellectual question of our time... What The F*** Is Going On?! Get video versions and instant access to the full interviews on Patreon.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 223 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ComedySociety & Culture | |||

This week Mark continues his conversation with Emma Warren. If you haven't heard the first part then do go back and listen now but for the rest of you here is the second half of the interview.
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Mark is joined by writer and youth worker Emma Warren as they discuss the importance of youth clubs in shaping communities, growing up around grassroots music and culture, how youth services have been systematically dismantled, what happens to young ... more
Mark is joined by Dr Julia Grace Patterson as they discuss the collapse of NHS working conditions, corridor care and patients dying in hospital hallways, the government’s handling of staffing and funding, the role of privatisation in reshaping the he... more
Mark is joined by writer and political commentator Ali Milani as they break down the war in Iran, Trump’s lack of a clear strategy, whether the conflict is really about nuclear weapons, the role of Israel in shaping US policy, the history of Western ... more
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Great range of guests who make you think about the world and what is wrong with it. However, it is also, at times, funny and positive!
The episode with writer and political commentator Ali Milani was one of the best from Mark Steel. Can also recommend the book The English Job written by Jack Straw If you want to understand Iran
I Hope you will do more. Also really appreciated the interview with Robin Ince.
Mark Steel is always an entertaining and engaging host who helps bring sanity and humour to topical stories with interesting guests. His two episodes with Miles Jupp were quite a departure from the normal format, but were an utter joy.
Mark Steel’s weekly commentary is a welcome relief in the miasma of modern politics. I look forward to his interviews with guests, and his incisive comments filled with humor. A MUST for people on both sides of the pond.
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Content hosted engages listeners with a witty and comedic exploration of contemporary societal and political issues. With notable guests including politicians, comedians, and authors, discussions often center on themes such as mental health, political representation, and current events in the UK, infusing humor to dissect serious topics. The unique blend of personal anecdotes, comedic reflections, and socio-political commentary makes it a compelling listen for those interested in both comedy and thought-provoking analysis of modern life.
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Recent guests on What The F*** Is Going On? include:
1. Emma Warren
2. Dr. Julia Grace Patterson
3. Ali Milani
4. Miles Jupp
5. Laura Smyth
6. Dawn Butler
7. Matt Forde
8. Johann Hari
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