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...
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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...
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20 of 246 episodesEp 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Ep 184 with Alan Davies Pt 1: Comedy Became My Family
This week Mark is joined by comedian, actor, cricket obsessive and national treasure Alan Davies for a conversation that covers childhood tr...
Ep 183 with Rachel Millward Pt 2: We Are Sleepwalking Into Disaster!
This week Mark continues his conversation with Rachel Millward. If you haven't heard the first part then do go back and listen now but for t...
Ep 183 with Rachel Millward Pt 1: Labour Came FOURTH!
The morning after the local elections, Mark is joined by Green Party deputy leader Rachel Millward to ask the only question anyone in Britis...