The Bugle

Bugle 4130 - History Repeating

16 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy, Alice and Hari deliver a tri-continental look at impeachment, UK elections, fires and cocaine pigs. Plus, space junk. Hosted on Acast. See acast...

Bugle 4129 - Mukbang

09 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week 11,000 scientists get ignored, blah blah, British elections, and MUKBANG!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bugle 4128 - Official Brexit Freedom Day Special

02 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is with Al Murray and Mark Steel in the week Trump ended terrorism and Britain decided to vote although maybe on the wrong thing. Hosted on Acast...

Bugle 4127 Let's Sit In Silence and Watch a bird go "Honk."

27 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Alice and Nish to talk about Animals, Fortnite and Rain conjuring. Also, Trump and Brexit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

Bugle 4126 - Silk and Linen

19 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Trumps' letter to Erdogan, Kim on a horse, blob news and Britain spewing effluent - it's The Bugle's 12th birthday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

Bugle 4125 - Your Biggest Fears

12 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a scary news week, with a focus on some classic page fillers, from Tr*mp to Boris to Syria to, er, Elon Musk. Plus Andy, Alice and Chris rev...

Bugle 4124 - Peak Nigel

05 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Special focus on Trump and his international relations, plus we go from Stone Mountain to Peak Nigel. Hari and helen join Andy. Hosted on Acast. See ...

Bugle 4123 - 7 days of Transatlantic Madness

28 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Bugle 4123Andy is joined by Nish Kumar in London and Josh Gondelman in New York.This week the Supreme Court says no-no to Boris Johnson’s proroguing...

Bugle 4122 - Dastardly Things

21 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Does Trump have the mental capacity to conspire? What's Andy's daughter now up to on the climate marches? Who are the bad guys in Saudi v Iran and the...

Bugle 4120 - The Guilty Bugle

12 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy, Alice and Deborah Frances White bring the latest feminist news, coupled with some guilt. Includes a real song, performed by Alice.Listen to the ...

Bugle 4121* WTF is going on?

10 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy invites Aditi Mittal and Tom Ballard to the studio where Britain's insane political situation prompts the titular question. Elsewhere, Roosters r...

Bugle 4119 - Evil but competent

31 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Mark Steel to discuss whether Boris is pro rogue or anti rogue. Plus, fires, hurricanes and Donald Trump's take. Hosted ...

Smelly Death Birds - Bugle 4118

24 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is with Tom Ballard and Alice Fraser to discuss protests in Hong Kong, environment news and birds. Plus, sport and why victory should never be sh...

Kashmir versus Brexit - Bugle 4117

17 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy, Aditi Mittal and Nish Kumar explore a series of light news topics with a whiff of British involvement - from Kashmir and the all powerful Modi, ...

Bonus Bugle - 2019 Summer Holidays special

02 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is in the Costa Del Zaltz on a cricket fast. Everyone else is on their way to Edinburgh, except Chris, who is in his dungeon.So here's some class...

Bugle 4116 - The Experiment is Complete

28 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Tom Ballard and Nato Green calls in from San Francisco.As Boris Johnson becomes Prime Minister in the UK, Democrats line up to take ...

Bugle 4115 - Cricket World Cup Souvenir Edition

20 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is Joined by Alice Fraser, in the week where England won the Men's Cricket World Cup Andy is somehow able to join in with discussions on Trump, I...

Bonus Bugle - He's the greatest diver

17 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy has some Olympic classics, global warming archive and a recent story about soccer cows Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

Ram the Ramparts - Bugle 4114

06 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump doesn't know what a rampart is, Brexiteers don't know what slavery is and cat filters are taking over politics. Andy is with Alice and An...

Bonus Bugle - England are rubbish

29 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Bugle noise news and some classic from Israeli elections, royal weddings and lobsters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So many holes - Bugle 4113

24 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy, Nish and Alice look at three bad men in the news, plus The Bugle guide to Bitcoin, phone horns and Good Omens versus idiots Hosted on Acast. See...

Bugle 4112 A Human Centipede Of Backstabbing

15 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Tiff Stevenson and James Nokise. We take a look at the Conservative leadership election, Chinese protests, Plant Death, Sports team ...

Bugle 4111 - Not Enough Kicking

08 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy Is joined by Alice and Anuvab in London for a tour of the world's news. We take in everything from Australian journalist Raids, Presidential visi...

(Andy is watching cricket) Bonus Bugle

01 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Relive Andy and John's take on Asian cities, and British election. Plus, some fine unheard recent stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

Democramnesia - Bugle 4110

25 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Mark Steel with major breaking news from Britain. Plus, more elections, more idiots, and cricket. Hosted on Acast. See a...

The News Stinks - Bugle 4109

18 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Alabama is pro-life, until you've been born, Australia has an election and so does Europe. Plus, some major smells making headlines.Andy is with Alice...

It's the end of the world and I'm slightly bothered, but not enough really. - Bugle 4108

12 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Alice and Nish this week. Emu's and the world in general is in peril, tombs are uncovered, sport is good and David Cameron's got a h...

Look at this Massive Election! Bugle 4107

04 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The world's biggest democracy goes to the polls, we dive deep in and get thoroughly lost. Also - Andy reviews Game of Thrones, and donkeys are sad Hos...

Swede Dreams are Made of Trees - Bugle 4106

27 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy, Nish and Nato Green look at the environment, the anti-vac movement, Putin & Kim's drink up and The Avengers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

That Pen is revisited - Bugle 4105B

19 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy introduces some classic bits, some previously unheard snippets and Producer Chris does a thing. Features Brexit, Mueller and wangs. Hosted on Aca...

Black Holes and Brexit - Bugle 4105

15 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Alice stare into the face of a black hole, but enough about Brexit. There's also unicorn news, Australian rugby homophobia and condoms!Listen...

The Reverse Skrillex - Bugle 4104

06 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is with Nish Kumar and Matt Forde to learn how Skrillex is fighting malaria and how Trump’s exoneration may be premature. Plus a profile of Mar...

The Sweet, Sweet Bumhole Of Space – Bugle 4103

06 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Don't let the title confuse you, there's PLENTY of Brexit in this podcast. Andy Zaltzman welcomes Tiffany Stevenson to the studio. Don't worry though ...

Mature Grown Up Politics - Bugle 4102

22 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy, Alice and Chris are in Edinburgh and Glasgow for lives Bugles. Turns out Scotland is not a fan of Brexit. Plus - BUGLE DONORS - your first batch...

Dog Climbs Mountain - Bugle 4101

16 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Alice and new Buglers Baratunde Thurston and Nato Green to look at US corruption, Ilhan Omar, San Francisco millionaires and a mount...

12 Bum Salute - Bugle 4100

09 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Alice are in America (mostly Portland, but also Denver, Chicago and Minneapolis) with news on a miracle jellyfish with a transient anus, Mana...

Ross and Rachel – Bugle 4099

02 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is in America, and this episode is mostly Brooklyn, with a little DC.In focus this week, the Brexit countdown and why it's like Ross and Rachel, ...

Independents Day – Bugle 4098

23 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy, Alice and Anuvab talk us through moon news, more disgusting animal news, Brexit breakups and Indian crocodile news. Plus - The Bugle is changing...

Sex and Insects news – Bugle 4097

16 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Alice are joined by Bugle debutant Desiree Burch to discuss the biggest issues this week – including insects, 'blackface' sweaters and sex....

The Bin King – Bugle 4096

09 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy, Alice and Hari look at the State of the Union, and what a state it is. Plus, is a place in hell actually a privilege for a Brexiteer and Sweden ...

Why the dolphins keep leaping – Bugle 4095

01 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Alice turn their attentions to homelessness, the polar vortex and plastics. Plus animal news.With@HelloBuglersAlice Fraser@ProducerChrisMore ...

Bugle 4094 – Weekend at Bernie’s

19 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined this week by Nish Kumar and Alice Fraser.Brexit continues to be a great source of fulfilment and happiness, we enjoy exposure to toxic ...

Wall Nuts – Bugle 4093

12 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Anuvab Pal discuss Trump's 'wall', Theresa May's 'deal' and the true heritage of James Bond. Plus, some old smoking adverts make it In The Bi...

Ferry bad start to the year – Bugle 4092

04 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Britain plans to save itself post-Brexit with imaginary ferries. Plus it's been an exciting start to the year including North Korean defections and ve...

2018, Part Two: Trump, *truth* and Theresa

29 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy Zaltzman introduces six more huge stories from the year, including Trump and the truth, David O'Doherty's guide to Anglo Irish relations and a Ma...

2018, Part One: Kangaroos, Kim & corruption

23 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What a year! Yes there's Trump and Brexit, but also sexy Kangaroos, exam cheats in India and Kim Jong Un. Includes great live moments and a guest appe...

Brexray Specs – Bugle 4091

14 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy corrals together Nish Kumar, Tiff Stevenson and Matt Forde to look at a baffling week in a baffling year in a baffling decade for UK politics.Wit...

Have we invaded Bhutan? – Bugle 4090

08 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is with Helen Zaltzman and Hari Kondabolu to look at Mike Pence's new approach to problems, the Queen's (possible) take on Brexit and whether or ...

That’s a Big Cow! – Bugle 4089

30 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

That's a big cow! ...It's a really Big Cow!There's a giant cow about to take over the show in Australia. The sky is the limit as India constructs Stat...

Termites and Populists – Bugle 4088

24 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Europe is embracing populism, termites are building megalopolises, men are doing incredible things with their throats, and turkeys are doing their tur...

Symptomless Blitz: 4087

16 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Aliens, Brexit(!!) and Trumpbrella all in focus in a pretty spectacular live Bugle, featuring Nish Kumar and Felicity Ward alongside Andy Zaltzman.Wit...

Midterms, appendage art and WOMEN: Bonus Bugle

11 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Some classic midterm news from John and Andy, the penis on the roof and something special from Producer Chris. Respect to Jim Acosta, Abby Phillip, Ap...

It’s easier to build a moon than to Brexit: Bugle 4086

03 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Al Murray and Tom Ballard to look at just how China is taking over the world. Plus – Britain is angry, Australia now welcomes rapp...

Pocket Gods: Bugle 4085

26 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Aditi Mittal* to discuss how much someone should smile, including women and terrorists, Trump's right to lie and and ant...

Hari Kondabolu Day: Bugle 4084

19 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

With perfect timing, Hari Kondabolu joins Andy, just as we all get ready to celebrate Hari Kondabolu day.In other news:From Saudi Arabia, the Jamal Kh...

Wedgie Diplomacy: Bugle 4083

12 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by David O'Doherty and Alice Fraser to discuss hot planets, awful science men, MMA(!) and Britain's relationship with Ireland. Recorded...

Wedgie diplomacy: Bugle 4083

12 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by David O'Doherty and Alice Fraser to discuss hot planets, awful science men, MMA(!) and Britain's relationship with Ireland. Recorded...

Buy lead and horny horses: Bugle 4082

05 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Hari try to make sense of the Kavanaugh situation in the US, celebrate Bugle success in the subcontinent and celebrate female physicists.With...

Aditi’s Intro to India

29 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Aditi Mittal, in India. India is big, and has a lot going on, this includes ID cards, corruption and the legacy of the Brits and the...

Octopuses on drugs: Bugle 4081

22 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy, Nish and Alice learn the latest stupid Brexit news, discuss just how bad the republicans are handling sexual assault claims, discover what happe...

Ruining Mark Wahlberg’s Day: Bugle 4080

16 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by James Nokise and Tiff Stevenson to discover the real use for the Apple Watch, how Brexit is affecting hedgehogs & Jager Bombs, a...

The Bugle plays away: Bonus Bugle

07 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Some bits sneakily kept back from recent Bugles recorded live at the Edinburgh and End of the Road Festivals.See us live in London in London, Salford ...

Scallop wars and the Maybot: Bugle 4079

02 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Alice record a Bugle at midnight in the woods – and discuss Theresa May's attempts at dancing, the first Scallop War of Brexit, and who the...

Bugle 4078 – Truth isn’t Truth

24 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is with Nish Kumar and Anuvab Pal – after a wonderfully ludicrous week in Trumpland, what actually is truth and what do we do with it? Plus, Ik...

Bugle 4077 – Space Force

17 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Alice Fraser and Alex Edelman to explore the implications of Space Force, get the lowdown on who Trump has most recently fallen out ...

Bonus Bugle – Frankenbugle

10 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

A cut and paste collection of Bugle sections from previous shows with absolutely no editorial decisions. Turns out it unearths the best listener email...

Bonus Bugle – Some Andy and John classics

05 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and John on with some classic US political moments from Bugle past, plus an Australian on a whale.With@HelloBuglers@IAmJohnOliver@ProducerChrisPl...

Bonus Bugle – Putin, Trump and The Queen’s Brooch

27 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Putin and Trump. That was weird.Trump and The Queen. That was weird.Balls. They are weird.Audiences. Weird.Enjoy this bonus Bugle!With@HelloBuglers@Al...

Bugle 4076 – Space Jam

21 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Nish Kumar in London and Alex Edelman in Boston for a look at Trump's visit to Europe and what this means for Montenegro. Plus, Brex...

Bugle 4075 – Fledgling season

14 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is with Alice Fraser and Andrew Maxwell to discuss Brexit lunacy, the Thai cave rescue and big dick energy.Recorded live at Underbelly Festival i...

Bugle 4074 – Naked Hermit News

29 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Nish are joined by newcomer James Nokise who reports on everything happening in the Pacific. Plus, naked Japanese island man news and World C...

Bugle 4073 – Baby Jails

22 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Alice discuss Melania's coat, baby jails and WORLD CUP.Plus, the Bugle welcomes a new special producer.With@HelloBuglers@Aliterative@Producer...

Bugle 4072 The Question

16 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Anuvab Pal joins Andy to talk about the G7 summit and the beginnings of a special relationship with North Korea. We contrast the morning routines of P...

Bugle 4071 – Whale of a Time

08 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Tiff Stevenson and Alice Fraser to look at the latest news, including Where's Melania? Who cares about pollution? Who should apologi...

Bugle 4070 – Tit for Tat

01 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Alice look at Ukrainian 'assassinations', Trump's trade deals and dachshunds. Plus WORLD CUP AUDIO PULLOUT!With@HelloBuglers@Aliterative@Prod...

Bugle 4069 – Read the bible, capeesh?

25 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Nish Kumar look at the latest wang swinging from the US and North Korea, Ireland's referendum on membership to the 21st century and silliness...

Bugle 4068 – Megotiations

21 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy, Alice and Helen deliver the 1st ever live Bugles from Portland and San Francisco. Complete with midi jingles (thanks Martin), Trump news, Royal ...

Bonus Bugle – Andy on tour

14 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Radiotopia are on tour. Andy has asked a friend to contribute.Plus, some classic royal wedding Bugle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...

Bugle 4067 – Celebrate Forgery

05 May 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is with Anuvab Pal to discuss global cheating, forgery and misrepresentation – from Indian exams to Swedish meatballs.With@HelloBuglers@AnuvabP...

Bonus Bugle – Space Gravy

28 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy introduces some classic moments in history plus some recently held back live moments including the best space story of all time.With@HelloBuglers...

Bugle 4066 – Donald’s a Bugler

24 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is with Tom Ballard and newcomer Aditi Mittal to discuss more stupid news from the week. They are also joined by EXTRA SPECIAL NEW CO-HOST – DO...

Bugle 4065 – Clipart news

15 Apr 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is with David O'Doherty and Alice Fraser (and 'producer' Tom) for a live show from Batmania with a focus on Armageddon, turtles and bicycles.With...

Bugle 4064 – Mad Mike Versus Science

30 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Alice Fraser look at possible cheating in elections and cricket, the mass congregation of Dachshunds, how Pauline Hanson is like Nelson Mande...

Bugle 4063 – The bots have won

24 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is with Helen and Nish to discuss Facebook and Cambridge Analytica, Japanese toilets, Russian 'elections' and the royal wedding. Plus, Helen does...

Bugle 4062 – Bullwinkle

17 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Hari Kondabolu to discuss Russian spies in Salisbury, the end of Rex Tillerson, French baguette news and the happiness index.With@He...

Bonus Bugle: Who Says Comedy Has To Be Entertaining?

10 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Some amazing bits from recent Bugles we held back, including the mother of Freudian slips from Andy, the return of Silvio and a classic bit from Andy ...

Bugle 4061 – Three Day Heart attacks

03 Mar 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Tiff Stevenson and Bugle newb Felicity Ward (please afford her the standard Bugle welcome) for a global tour of the news, including ...

Bugle 4060 – What’s that Aunt Doing?

24 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's a live special with Andy, Nish and Alice and it's a belter.In the news – V signs from the cliffs of Dover, Australian tax office news, Kazakh a...

Bonus Bugle – Late love and Live

18 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Some classic Valentines bits from Andy and John, and some Satirist For Hire from Aldershot and Dublin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...

Bugle 4059 – Space, Snow and Super Bowl

10 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

It's Triple-A taking on Triple-S. Andy, Alice and Anuvab on space, snow and Super Bowl, with a specific look at an orbiting car, the Winter Olympics a...

Bugle 4058 – Donald the Bastard

03 Feb 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Al Murray and Bugle debutant Jen Kirkman for a look at the (complete) state of the union, peacocks on planes and illegal castle buil...

Bonus Bugle – More LSQ and some Davos Classics

27 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

We're not sure why we cut these bits from last week's show, there's some proper gold here, from Andy, Alice and Mark Steel.Plus: some classic Bugle wi...

Bugle 4057 – Britain in Crisis (Live!)

20 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Alice Fraser and Bugle debutant Mark Steel to look at the UK in crisis. Plus, feature section: things people put up their butts in 2...

Bugle 4056 – What does ‘massacre’ mean?

12 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Andy is joined by Nish Kumar and Tom Ballard to discuss sexy kangaroo news, Trump's international review and the British cabinet reshuffle.Plus, who i...

Bugle 4055 – New Year’s Revelations

05 Jan 2018

Contributed by Lukas

When Trump and Bannon say bad things about each other who can you believe?Andy is joined by Alice Fraser to discuss the latest controversy from the US...

The Bugle 2017 Review: Men are Terrible

31 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

What a year. WHAT. A. YEAR. It will be remembered primarily for the actions of many terrible men. Thanks guys.From January to December, we give you so...

Bugle 4054 – FUChristmas

23 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

It's a Christmas special with Andy, Alice and Helen.This week: sexy Christmas, a conclusion of the Andy's advent calendar, and we hand out our 2017 aw...

Bugle 4053 – Mountains, Monkeys and Moore

15 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Andy and Anuvab discuss a huge week in the UK Parliament, the election in Alabama, British mountains and the latest news from India. Plus – Swear Re...

Bugle 4052 – Brexcitement!

09 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

In an episode that was very nearly titled 'Undirectional Rage Poop', Andy is joined by Tiff Stevenson and Alice Fraser to talk about the people of the...

Bugle 4051 – Trump and the motto of Brexit

01 Dec 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Well what a stupid week it has been. The President of the USA is engaging with the far right, Meghan Markle is marrying a Brit of German(!) descent an...