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 57: Episode 3

Episode 3

Series 57

BBC Radio 4 - The Now Show, Series 57, Episode 3

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis give the week's news a shot in the arm in the form of sketches and guest contributions.

Sarah Keyworth looks at breakups during lockdown, Darren Harriott sees an FA chairman cross the line; and Beardyman channels 2020...

Additional voices from Katie Norris and Josh Berry.

Written by the cast, with additional material from Mike Shepherd, Laura Major, Suchandrika Chakrabarti and Simon Alcock

Production Co-Ordinator: Caroline Barlow
Engineer and Editor: David Thomas

Producer: Adnan Ahmed

A BBC Studios Production

The Now Show: Series 57

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

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches.

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