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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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38:06

Starmer promises “light at end of tunnel” – Who...

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2024/09/24

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Conference man. The Papers preview Starmer’s speech. Could we be in for a glimpse of hope? Nasty pasty. Are Cornish Pasties facing extinction? The Times thinks so. Fauxductivity crisis. The Guardian’s guide to looking busy while you do very little work. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by the journalist Holly Thomas and birthday boy Jason Hazeley. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here! Support Paper

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33:09

Rayner investigated over free holiday – “Why I...

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2024/09/23

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Empire state of mind. The Deputy PM is under fire for her New York holibobs. Case of the ex. The Observer considers the benefit of getting back with your ex. Doggy style. The Guardian’s Emma Beddington tries to live a day in the life of a dog. Miranda Sawyer is joined by the journalist Jonathan Lis and master impressionist and comedy icon Jan Ravens. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here! Support Paper

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32:45

Starmer gifts row rolls on – Sex, drugs and Swiss...

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2024/09/20

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: No strings attached. Business Sec. says high value gifts are fine and dandy for Starmer. The Daily Star is not amused. Swiss barmy strife! The Daily Mail lifts the lid on elite private schools in Switzerland. How was it for you? The Guardian asks their readers for bad date stories and they don’t disappoint. Miranda Sawyer is joined by the journalist Zoë Grünewald and comedian Jessica Fostekew. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast

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31:26

Why does Sue Gray get paid more than Starmer? – Class...

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2024/09/19

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Shades of Gray. Starmer’s top spad is making bank, and the Daily Mail is livid. Second class citizens. The Guardian investigates Kemi Badenoch’s claim to be ‘working class’ because she once worked in McDonalds. Would you like fashion with that? The Independent does a deep dive on the fast food fashion trend.Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by the journalist Holly Thomas and comedian Jacob Hawley. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast

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35:46

Hezbollah pager explosions: What do we know? –...

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2024/09/18

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: We take a closer look at the pager bombings across Lebanon. WfH wtf? The papers aren’t happy with Labour’s WfH plans. Cool Britannia! The Guardian lists the top 100 experiences that unite the British. Miranda Sawyer is joined by the journalist Jonn Elledge and comedian and cheese boffin Marcus Brigstocke. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here! Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts, extended

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34:30

Huw Edwards latest: Disgraced BBC star avoids jail –...

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2024/09/17

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Disgraced ex-Beeb presenter Huw Edwards avoids jail. The papers react to his sentencing. When in Rome. The Guardian isn’t happy with Keir Starmer’s chummy meet up with Italy’s right-wing PM. And a partridge in a pear tree The Telegraph explores pricey advent calendars full of luxury goods and booze. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by the journalist Natasha Devon and the host of The Way They Were Gráinne Maguire. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful

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34:53

Trump assassination attempt : What we know so far –...

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2024/09/16

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Man arrested following a suspected assassination attempt on Donald Trump. This is 40! Prince Harry turns 40 and the papers react as weirdly as you’d expect. There’s an app for that. The Times asks if you would track your partner's movement on an app? Miranda Sawyer is joined by the host of American Friction Jacob Jarvis and the comedian and host of The Way They Were Chantal Fadouchin Pate. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival

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31:53

Is Keir Starmer going to ban junk food? – Making a...

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2024/09/13

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Junk in the trunk. The PM’s proposed ban on junk food ads sends The Daily Mail into a tizzy. Moo-der she wrote. The Guardian takes a deep dive into the world of killer cows. Plus – What’s for tea? Journalist Anniki Sommervile’s daughter is a food snob and she’s telling The i all about it. Miranda Sawyer is joined by comedian Alex Kealy and journalist Coco Khan. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets

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34:56

Starmer to NHS: “Reform or die” – Dodgy Queen statue...

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2024/09/12

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: In sickness and in health – Starmer to warn the NHS it must reform, after report highlights crisis. Strike a pose! The new statue of the late Queen is not giving. Double digits! The world of toe wrestling in The Independent.Natasha Devon is joined by Holly Thomas and Samantha Baines. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here! Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions:

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36:42

Harris vs. Trump debate: Who won? – American...

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2024/09/11

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Make America Debate Again – Trump and Harris face off goes badly for Donald. We shall fight them on the podcasts! American right-wingers are turning on Churchill. I’ve got another confession to make… After Dave Grohl’s “apology”, the Guardian ranks times celebs have said sorry – kind of. Miranda Sawyer is joined by Jonn Elledge and Jason Hazeley. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com Follow

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34:04

Princess Kate video: Why are the papers so obsessed?...

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2024/09/10

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Princess Kate’s health update dominates the tabloidsm Taylor Swift fans are questioning her politics as she hugs a Trump fan – and, apparently old-school crisps are making a comeback. Jacob Jarvis is joined by journalist Rebecca Reid and comedian Matt Green. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com Follow Paper Cuts: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow • Instagram:

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36:08

Keir Starmer’s winter fuel payments showdown – The...

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2024/09/09

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: On thin ice. Keir Stamer faces a backseat rebellion over the decision to cut winter fuel allowance. “Speak to my PA”. The Observer takes a look at the miserable lives of Hollywood assistants. Plus – Don’t stop me now! The Guardian says maintaining streaks on Duolingo and Strava could ruin your life. Miranda Sawyer is joined by comedian Will Hall and journalist Zoë Grünewald. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct

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35:53

Jeremy Kyle quizzed on guest death – Who killed the...

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2024/09/06

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Jeremy Kyle has given evidence at the inquest of a man who died after being a guest on his TV show. Whale of a time. The Daily Star and The Telegraph have looked into the mysterious death of Hvladimir the spy whale. Plus – Oh mammy! The i shares the story of a daughter discovering their mother moonlighted as a dominatrix. Natasha Devon is joined by comedian Jessica Fostekew and host of American Friction Jacob Jarvis. Come and see us LIVE at

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34:24

Grenfell Inquiry: Who’s to blame? – Are Taylor and...

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2024/09/05

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Grenfell report findings. The front pages cover the tragedy that cost 72 lives.New fauxmantics. The Daily Mail claims to have proof that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are faking their relationship. Plus – The rest is gravy! We get down and dirty with the world’s gravy wrestling champion in The Independent. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by comedian and cheese fanatic Marcus Brigstocke and journalist Coco Khan. Come and see us LIVE at the

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34:09

Musicians vs. Trump: Who's banned him using their...

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2024/09/04

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Shuffle Off. Trump has been banned from using yet another song at a rally – we unpack the list of musicians pushing back against Don. Woking gone mad. Ross Kemp thinks that Woking is a hub for organised crime – The Star investigates. Plus – Shag for life! The Telegraph sends a reporter to a Spanish supermarket to find love using the latest dating trend... a shopping basket? Miranda Sawyer is joined by host of American Friction Jacob Jarvis and film

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31:13

Tory leadership: Are the Conservatives just “weird”?...

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2024/09/03

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: What’s the Tory? The Conservative leadership is getting weird. Horrible histories? Pride in Britain and its past is falling, according to a new survey that’s got The Telegraph upset. Country loving. Moving to the sticks causes problems for one writer’s sex life. Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by journalist Rob Hutton and comedian Alistair Barrie. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com Follow

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32:03

Huge protests in Israel explained – Inside the Oasis...

Paper Cuts ·

2024/09/02

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Hundreds of thousands protest in Israel, while strikes put pressure on Netanyahu. Definitely pay me! The Oasis ticket meltdown. Watch this space: Meet the people searching for aliens and the paranormal. Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Zoë Grünewald and comedian Fergus Craig. Support Paper Cuts and get mugs, t-shirts and extended ad-free editions: back.papercutsshow.com Follow Paper Cuts: • Twitter: https://twitter.com/papercutsshow •

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39:59

Starmer bins Thatcher portrait – The Times' latest...

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2024/08/30

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: The ladies not for binning. The Daily Mail is outraged that Starmer ditched a portrait of Thatcher from No. 10. Fur coat, no knickers. The Times profiles another middle class swinger. Plus – Dog days are over! The Star has found boffins who claim they can speak to man’s best friend.Miranda Sawyer is joined by stand-up comedian Jacob Hawley and journalist Jonn Elledge. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets

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39:01

Will Starmer ban smoking in beer gardens? – Why it’s...

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2024/08/29

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Up in smoke. The Sun is freaking out over leaked plans to extend the smoking ban to pub gardens! Cat’s meow. The Guardian celebrates the bad ass cat ladies. Plus – Do the Fandango? The Telegraph just doesn't understand super fans.Alex von Tunzelmann is joined by stand up comedian Jessica Fostekew and TL;DR News host Ben Blissett. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast festival on 12 Oct. Tickets here! Support Paper Cuts and get mugs,

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38:36

Starmer speech sparks middle class tax panic – The...

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2024/08/28

We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Take a hike! Keir Starmer’s dour warning marks the end of summer and sends the Tory press bonkers. Oh Brother! The Times looks at the ladies who convinced Noel and Liam to reunite. Plus – Too hot to fail? The Telegraph lists 18 of the most stylish celebs – but would they simply look good in anything? Miranda Sawyer is joined by host of American Friction Jacob Jarvis and comedian Athena Kugblenu. Come and see us LIVE at the Cheerful Earful podcast

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