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What The F*** Is Going On...? With Mark Steel

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From the confusion surrounding lockdown rules to what really compels angry sports fans to call radio phone-ins; the continued f***-ups of the “hopeless” government to cancelled holiday plans...

Episodes

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Ep 194 with Isy Suttie Pt 1: My Airbnb asked for my CV !!

Comedian and actor Isy Suttie joins Mark Steel to figure out what the f*** is going on, promising to solve the world's problems in a single...

54:31Oct 19, 2026

Classic episode with Zack Polanski

Last week we had some technical difficulties in the studio so we apologise for the lack of episodes over these couple of weeks. To help brid...

91:04Oct 12, 2026

Ep 193 with Paul Holden Pt 2: Keir Starmer, Dark Money and Russian Spy Smears

In the second half of our conversation with Paul Holden, we dive into Keir Starmer's downfall, his unprecedented acceptance of freebies, and...

53:49Sep 28, 2026

Ep 193 with Paul Holden Pt 1: The McSweeney Project and the Labour Purge

This week, investigative journalist Paul Holden joins the show to discuss his explosive book, The Fraud, detailing the ruthless internal cam...

66:50Sep 21, 2026

Ep 192 with Russell Warfield Pt 2: The future of the Green Party is this..

In the second half of our conversation with Russell Warfield, we look at the future of the Green Party as a mass political movement and what...

55:53Sep 14, 2026

Ep 192 with Russell Warfield Pt 1: The Green Threat and the Rise of Polanski

This week, communications strategist Russell Warfield joins the show to discuss the shifting landscape of UK politics and the dramatic rise...

55:24Sep 7, 2026

Classic Episode with Adam Rutherford

We're taking a small break this week as Mark recovers from the Edinburgh Fringe and we transition into our exciting new format starting next...

79:54Aug 31, 2026

Ep 191: Ask Me Anything with Mark Steel

In this special episode, Mark sets out to answer some questions from his patreon supporters and rant about the state of the world. From harr...

58:48Aug 24, 2026

Ep 190 with Rosie Jones Pt 2: I’m Underestimated Every Day

The hilarity and hard truths continue in Part 2 as Mark Steel and Rosie Jones dissect everything from music legends to British political abs...

51:20Aug 17, 2026

Ep 190 with Rosie Jones Pt 1: My Disability Is Not The Most interesting Thing About Me!

In Part 1 of this episode of What The F Is Going On?*, Mark Steel sits down with the brilliant comedian, author, and force of nature Rosie J...

49:03Aug 10, 2026

Ep 189 with Sophie Willan (Live in London)

In this special Live episode of What The F Is Going On?, Mark is joined by BAFTA-winning writer, comedian and creator of Alma's Not Normal,...

63:04Aug 3, 2026

Ep 188 with Andy Parsons Pt 2: Mock The Week Changed Comedy

Join us this Wednesday 29th for a live recording of the podcast at our studios in West London. Mark will be joined by actress Sophie Willan...

45:23Jul 27, 2026

Ep 188 with Andy Parsons Pt 1: Sport Is Never Just Sport

Mark is joined by comedian Andy Parsons for a conversation that starts with Ben Stokes, cricket curfews and Gareth Southgate, before expandi...

42:43Jul 20, 2026

Ep 187 with Gary Younge Pt 2: History Isn’t What You Think

In Part Two, Gary Younge reflects on growing up black in Britain, covering Nelson Mandela's election in South Africa, interviewing some of t...

65:28Jul 13, 2026

Ep 187 with Gary Younge Pt 1: Immigration was never the problem!

Gary Younge joins Mark for a conversation about what has gone wrong with British politics. They discuss Andy Burnham's leadership, Labour's...

57:31Jul 6, 2026

Ep 186 with Susie Mccabe Pt 2 : Scottish People Can’t Relate To Posh Etonians

This week Mark continues his conversation with Susie Mccabe In part two, Susie McCabe talks openly about growing up gay in Glasgow, coming o...

53:03Jun 29, 2026

Ep 186 with Susie Mccabe Pt 1: I am unapologetically Glaswegian!

Mark is joined by brilliant Glaswegian comic Susie McCabe for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation about Glasgow pubs, estate boozers, wor...

45:43Jun 22, 2026

Ep 185 with Nick Hancock Pt 2 : Football Now Feels Manufactured

This week Mark continues his conversation with Nick Hancock. In part two, Mark Steel and Nick Hancock continue their brilliant conversation...

42:36Jun 15, 2026

Ep 185 with Nick Hancock Pt 1: The World Cup Is Going To Be A F***ing Circus!

Mark is joined by legendary broadcaster and comedy icon Nick Hancock for a furious, funny and gloriously nostalgic deep dive into the World...

52:42Jun 8, 2026

Ep 184 with Alan Davies Pt 2: I Spent Years Pretending I Was Fine

This week Mark continues his conversation with Alan Davies. If you haven't heard the first part then do go back and listen now but for the r...

49:34Jun 1, 2026