Tuesday, 31 July 2018

Show 36: Andy Zaltzman: Satirist for Hire (World of 2017 Special Edition)


I think I first came across Andy Zaltzman via The Bugle Podcast, and subsequently heard more about him via his sister’s podcast ‘Answer Me This’ and his appearance in Kitson’s 2014 show Fuckstorm 3001. I thought it was finally time I gave Andy Zaltzman a watch proper.

His whole career has been based on political satire, and he certainly knows what he’s talking about. So assured is he in his abilities, the premise of the show is that audience members were invited to give him topics to satirise via e-mail, and is he has time then he takes audience suggestions and riffs on them.

Given I’m writing this review nearly a year after I watched, I can’t remember of the material, but I certainly remember being impressed and entertained by his ability to riff and give sharp political spin to the subjects. He’s a master at his art and you’d be sure for a decent hour of comedy from him, especially if you’re more inclined to political topics.

Score: 7/10
Venue: The Stand

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