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Paper Cuts

Have you SEEN the state of the papers today? PAPER CUTS has. In our thrice weekly podcast, some of Britain’s sharpest commentators and funniest comedians come together to look at the madness, the strangeness, the obsessions, and – occasionally – the brilliance of our national press. Host Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalists and comedians like Jonn Elledge, Grainne Maguire, Jacob Jarvis, Ava Santina, Jacob Hawley, Marcus Brigstocke, Coco Khan and many more. Illustrations by Modern Toss:

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33:32

Can Boris Johnson save the Tories? – Hit the spot!...

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2024/07/03

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: What a Johnson. Disgraced ex PM Boris Johnson is back and Fleet Street is thrilled. I kissed a girl. Kate Lister is back with some sapphic advice for straight men in The i. Plus – Hot to Trot. The Guardian dips its toes into the world of foot fetishes. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Natasha Devon and comic Gráinne Maguire. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here. We are streaming LIVE on

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29:01

King Trump? Supreme Court’s bizarre ruling – What a...

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2024/07/02

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Immune disorder. The FT explains the Supreme Court ruling that former presidents are partially immune from criminal prosecution. Royal Fail. The Mail blames the Royal Mail for missing postal ballots. Plus – Rainy day fund. The Guardian tries to save money – and fails miserably. Alex Von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist Rob Hutton and stand up comedian Amy Mason. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here

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30:32

Jude Awakening: Bellingham keeps the England dream...

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2024/07/01

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: They think it’s all Slova . . . Front pages go mad for Jude Bellingham’s last minute goal. Post festival blues. The Guardian went to Glastonbury and they can’t stop bragging about it. Plus – Can you beat the breathalyser? The Telegraph explores how long it takes to sober up after a very boozy brunch. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Zoë Grünewald and stand up comedian Jacob Hawley. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast

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41:35

The Mail’s latest election meltdown – Trump vs....

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2024/06/28

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Supermajority black hole! The Daily Mail’s getting desperate to stop a Labour Government being too big, and they have a cunning (rubbish) plan. Let’s get ready to mumble. Trump and Biden went head-to-head and we all wish they hadn’t. Plus – Barking up the wrong tree! The joys of being a dog bore.Jacob Jarvis is joined by journalist and author Jonn Elledge and comedian Gráinne Maguire. We are streaming LIVE on election night! Come and join your

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34:44

Election debate: Sunak shouts, Starmer pouts – Are we...

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2024/06/27

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Is it over yet? The press reacts to the final head-to-head TV debate between Sunak and Starmer. Beyond the Kale! The Telegraph is terrified that Britain is being tricked into being vegetarian. Plus – Aisle be back. What does where you get placed on the wedding seating plan say about you?Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist and LBC host Natasha Devon and stand up comedian Jessica Fostekew Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast

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31:37

England flop but come out on top – Are you pale, male...

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2024/06/26

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: He shoots, he bores! England top their Group in the Euros despite a drab 0-0 draw. Pale, Male and Fail. A new quiz from The Times gets it all wrong. Plus – Party in the USA. The New York Times tells us how to (and how not to) party.Miranda Sawyer is joined by Westminster Editor for The Lead Zoë Grünewald and stand up comedian Jacob Hawley. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here. Support Paper Cuts and get

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33:03

The Met frets over Tory bets – Sweaty girl summer!...

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2024/06/25

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: The gamble hasn’t paid off! The Tory election betting scandal gets further out of hand – now they’re blaming the Met police. Sun’s out, gilets out. The Times guide to what NOT to wear in the heatwave. Plus – Hungry like the wolf. The Atlantic says pet food is so good that humans are eating it. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist Holly Thomas and comedy writer Jason Hazeley. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12

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31:33

Tory press turns on Farage – Harry Kane goes studs-up...

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2024/06/24

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Knock-off Nigel. Has Fleet Street flipped on Farage? He shoots, he bores! England Captain Harry Kane’s having a go at Gary Lineker for criticising the England team. Plus – Uh Oh… I’ve done a polyamory. A Mail journalist accidentally joins a quad-ruple. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist and author Jonn Elledge and comedian and writer Fergus Craig. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here. Support Paper

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29:42

Wanna bet? Sunak’s Tory gamble scandal – Fashionistas...

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2024/06/21

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Take a chance on me. Odds are that the papers are talking about the Tory betting scandal. All work, all play. The Fence ranks industries by their staff parties. Plus – Tats all folks. The Daily Mail encourages their middle aged readers to get inked up. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Holly Thomas and comedian Andrew Maxwell. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here:

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36:02

Could Sunak lose his seat? – Rave against the machine...

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2024/06/20

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: They think it’s all over. . . Even The Telegraph is projecting a humiliating loss for the Tories. Dancing in the daylight. The Independent tells us about the middle aged ravers clubbing in the afternoon. Plus – What’s wrong with being confident? The Guardian and Daily Mail have conflicting views on how to believe in yourself, babez. Alex Von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist Zing Tsjeng and comedian Ian Smith. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful

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31:25

Who’s going to replace Rishi Sunak? – Dye Hard: How...

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2024/06/19

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Bye-bye Rishi? The race to be the next Tory leader has already begun, despite the ongoing election. Hairy Situation. Why breaking up with your hairdresser is worse than divorce. Plus – All dressed up with nowhere to go. A Times journalist tries Paul Mescal’s short shorts and refuses to go outside. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist and author Jonn Elledge and comedian and host of The Way They Were podcast Gráinne Maguire. Come and see us LIVE at

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31:59

The Farage Manifesto: Faking plans with Nigel – Grand...

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2024/06/18

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Farage against the machine! Reform UK has launched its manifesto – and immediately admitted it doesn’t make sense. Posh and Bags. The Mail investigates the Birkin Bag crime wave blighting US poshos. Plus – Dirty laundry. Why WFH husbands STILL aren’t pulling their weight. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by American Friction podcast host Jacob Jarvis and stand up comedian Rosie Holt. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct

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28:14

England win sends the papers crazy – Gen Z says car...

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2024/06/17

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Hey Jude, don’t make it dull. England’s first Euros win sends the press into a football frenzy. On it like a car bonnet. Gen Z are rediscovering the car boot sale. Plus – Walkers this way! The Telegraph’s top ten crisps are all wrong. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist and Noted podcast host Mary Mandefield and comedian Daniel Foxx. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com Follow Paper Cuts: •

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30:28

Starmer manifesto sparks Tory press meltdown – The...

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2024/06/14

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Keir we go again. Labour launches its manifesto as Sunak gets intimate with the Italian PM. That’s not in the Christmas ad! Daily Mail’s new features section releases fresh hell – sex in John Lewis. Plus – Scrolling through the Doom Days. The Guardian is on a quest to stop you doom scrolling.Miranda Sawyer is joined by Pod Save The UK host Coco Khan and comedian Sooz Kempner. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions:

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26:15

Sunak’s Bet Shop Boy – Would you live in “Midurbia”?...

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2024/06/13

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: I’m AM a betting man. Sunak aide under fire for alleged betting on 4th July date before PM’s announcement. Our House, in our unaffordable street! The Evening Standard creates a new neighbourhood you can’t afford to live in” “Midurbia”. Plus – Socks in the city. The Independent digs into “toxic sock syndrome”.Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist and author Jonn Elledge and comedian Gráinne Maguire. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and

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33:19

Sunak’s manifesto hits the skids – Why RAT BOYS are...

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2024/06/12

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Going round in circles. The Tories manifesto launch at Silverstone race course as well as the rest of the campaign so far. Rat Boy Summer! What are ‘hot rodent boyfriends’ and why must you have one? Plus – Murder on The Guardian floor. Journalist solves a cold case but cannot reveal the culprit.Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Holly Thomas and comedian and host of the How Was It For You podcast Marcus Brigstocke. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs,

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28:22

Reform’s Hitler ‘apology’ - Elon Musk hates your...

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2024/06/11

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Did Nazi this coming... Reform UK are surprisingly chill about Hitler. Sour Apples. Elon Musk threatens to ban any device with Apple AI from Twitter HQ. Plus – See me after class! The Times is up in arms as Cambridge updates their code of conduct to stop students flirting with teachers.Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by LBC host Natasha Devon and comedian Matt Green. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions:

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32:17

Macron’s election gamble – When did WAGs get boring?...

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2024/06/10

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: It’s all French to me. Macron calls a snap general election following the European elections. Finger WAGging. The Times investigates the dull wives and girlfriends of England’s football team. Plus – I’m the bad guy, it's me. The Guardian explores Taylor Swift’s origin story. Miranda Sawyer is joined by editor of Pop Bitch Chris Lochery and stand up comedian Daniel Foxx. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions:

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29:30

Rishi Sunak: D-Day Dodger – The Guardian’s guide to...

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2024/06/07

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: We will fight them on the beaches and leave at lunch. Backlash as Sunak leaves the D-Day anniversary early. Bad Hair Day. The Guardian investigates the tricky etiquette of pubic hair grooming. Plus – Where the magic happens. Is your bedding good enough for Instagram? Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist and Westminster editor at The Lead Zoë Grünewald and stand up comedian Jessica Fostekew. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended

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32:59

Rishi Sunak, tax liar – The Times: Save Germany’s...

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2024/06/06

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Careful with that tax… Sunak’s claims about Labour’s plans for a £2,000 tax rise fall to pieces, plus the Lib Dems are having a lovely time. Totes Nackt. The Times investigates the endangered German Nudist community. Plus – Want to live in real-life Bridgerton? Are these Britain's most eligible bachelors? Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist and author Jonn Elledge and comedian and host of the How Was It For You podcast Marcus

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