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The Now Show

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Comedy sketches and satirical comments from Steve Punt, Hugh Dennis and guests

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The Now Show: Series 31

The Now Show: Series 31: Episode 5

Episode 5

Series 31

BBC Radio 4 - The Now Show, Series 31, Episode 5

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present a satirical review of the week's news.

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present a satirical review of the week's news, with help from Laura Shavin, Jon Holmes and guests Holly Walsh and Abandoman.

Education reform, the internet and 24 hour rolling news all draw fire this week. 

Are we going to have to send our children to school in converted chip shops? 

Plus 30 million of us have broadband access at home (or careless neighbours) and an ex-footballer, a can of larger, a chicken and a fishing rod? Really? 

Stand-up guest, Holly Walsh, rages against the coming Proms season and Irish hip-hop improvisers, Abandoman, brainstorm excuses for staying home from work.

To take part in the show's Audience Question search for #nowshow on Twitter.

Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

Comedy sketches and satirical comments from Steve Punt, Hugh Dennis and the team

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