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Zusammenfassung der Episode
What's better - an Iron Dome or a Britannia Shield? Why should British parents refrain from sending their children on a French exchange this week? And how big can a pumpkin really be? The panel is Daliso Chaponda, Kyrah Gray, Coco Khan and Finlay Christie. With additional material by: Carywn Blaney, Adrian Gray and Cameron Loxdale Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: Pete Strauss Production Coordinator: Giulia Lopes Mazzu Sound Editor: Marc Willcox A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.
What's better - an Iron Dome or a Britannia Shield? Why should British parents refrain from sending their children on a French exchange this week? And how big can a pumpkin really be? The panel is Daliso Chaponda, Kyrah Gray, Coco Khan and Finlay Christie. With additional material by: Carywn Blaney, Adrian Gray and Cameron Loxdale Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: Pete Strauss Production Coordinator: Giulia Lopes Mazzu Sound Editor: Marc Willcox A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.
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The News Quiz: Ep6. The Iron Dome
GehörtWhat's better - an Iron Dome or a Britannia Shield? Why should British parents refrain from sending their children on a French exchange this week? And how big can a pumpkin really be? The panel is Daliso Chaponda, Kyrah Gray, Coco Khan and Finlay Christie. With additional material by: Carywn Blaney, Adrian Gray and Cameron Loxdale Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: Pete Strauss Production Coordinator: Giulia Lopes Mazzu Sound Editor: Marc Willcox A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.
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The News Quiz: Ep5. 'Manchester Sausage'
GehörtThis episode features an introduction to Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen, followed by a news quiz hosted by Andy Zaltzman. The discussion covers political shifts regarding social care and the triple lock, as well as allegations of financial misconduct involving Manchester City. The panel also explores reports of suspicious activity near an RAF base, scientific progress, and international politics through a satirical lens. The episode concludes with various news rounds and promotional segments.
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The News Quiz: Ep4. 'Demonstrable lies'
GehörtThis episode of the news quiz features a satirical look at recent political encounters, including Donald Trump's interactions with Andy Burnham and Xi Jinping, alongside discussions on his proposed architectural projects in Washington D.C. and his attempt to rename artificial intelligence. The hosts also cover various global news items, such as a hack on the Australian Medicare system, UK party conference developments, and controversies surrounding Earl Spencer's memoir. The episode concludes with a discussion on a government review regarding the mental health challenges faced by young people aged 16 to 24.
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The News Quiz: Ep3. The Robots Are/Aren't Coming
GehörtThe podcast returns with a satirical news quiz exploring the tension between AI optimism and pessimism, covering topics from alignment risks to the geopolitical race for AI supremacy between the US and China. The discussion also touches on political reactions to technological development and the difficulty of regulating AI companies. The episode continues through various comedic news segments, including discussions on space weaponry, the potential dissolution of the United Kingdom, and recent music controversies. The show concludes with a fictional news report and trailers for upcoming BBC podcasts, 'The Hitler Diaries Scandal' and 'The Interface'.
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The News Quiz: Ep 2. Team Vibes vs Team Bribes
GehörtIn this episode, comedians participate in a news quiz covering recent political scandals, including investigations into Nigel Farage and the Reform party's potential illegal funding. The discussion also explores far-right protests in Portsmouth and UK government sanctions regarding MP travel to Israel. The panel further examines bizarre weekly headlines, ranging from conspiracy theories about weight loss drugs affecting the Earth's rotation to a botched art heist in France. The episode concludes with the announcement of quiz winners and promotions for other BBC podcasts.
