

Russell Howard offers his unique take on the week's news and current affairs, picking through the biggest UK and international stories, and offering a wise and worldly view on the globe's news. Along the way, he'll welcome celebrity guests and leading experts, as well as hear from fledgling global correspondents. Plus, there will be stand-up, too, as Russell showcases some of the comedy scene's finest and most exciting stars.
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Nov 8, 2018 - 45m
Russell returns to mock the madness of the news. He talks Isis with New York Times journalist Rukmini Callimachi and gets päntsdrunk with Greg Davies.

Nov 15, 2018 - 45m
Join Russell for his take on current affairs as he mocks the madness of the news, talks with Alesha Dixon and tries Chinese therapy with Jimmy Carr.

Nov 22, 2018 - 45m
Russell Howard welcomes Louis Theroux as he offers his unique take on another mad week in the news.

Nov 29, 2018 - 45m
Russell Howard is joined by Derren Brown to talk about his new Netflix show Sacrifice, and discovers cryotherapy with Paul Chowdhry.

Dec 6, 2018 - 45m
Join Russell as he mocks the madness of the news, talks to Michelle Wolf about being trolled on Twitter by Trump, and takes an ice bath with Paul Chowdhry.

Dec 13, 2018 - 45m
This week, Russell engages in a spiritual healing session with Roisin Conaty and interviews Magid Magid.

Dec 20, 2018 - 45m
What a year. From Royal weddings to Brexit, 2018 has been hectic. Join Russell and a very special guest as they look back on the biggest news and maddest headlines of 2018.

Jan 17, 2019 - 45m
On this week's show, Russell welcomes Rob Delaney for an emotional, in-depth chat; investigates bungee dance with Jessica Knappett; and looks at the latest political developments in the UK, US and Europe.

Jan 24, 2019 - 45m
Russell Howard interviews Will Poulter, addresses free speech, and takes Jon Richardson to cuddle therapy.

Jan 31, 2019 - 45m
Join Russell as he takes a swing at current affairs, talks to inspiring knife crime campaigner Mark Prince, and learns to paint with Jo Brand.

Feb 7, 2019 - 45m
Russell Howard talks to author Jon Ronson about the world of pornography and discovers goat yoga with Mo Gilligan.

Feb 14, 2019 - 45m
Russell chats with documentary maker Stacey Dooley, and gets into the ring with comedian Joe Lycett.

Feb 21, 2019 - 45m
Join Russell as he explores the absurdity of current events, chats to British film legend Richard Curtis, and visits the museum of happiness with Lou Sanders.

Feb 28, 2019 - 45m
Join Russell as he finds the funny in the news, chats with comedy giant Stephen Merchant and has a kickabout with Iain Stirling and David Seaman.