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The News Quiz

The News Quiz

  • Radio panel show
  • BBC Radio 4
  • 1977 - 2024
  • 1092 episodes (115 series)

A long-running satirical Radio 4 panel show that takes a look at the week's more humorous news stories. Stars Andy Zaltzman, Angela Barnes, Nish Kumar, Miles Jupp, Sandi Toksvig and more.

  • Due to return for Series 116

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- Series 87, Episode 7

Sandi Toksvig presents her final episode. She's joined by Jeremy Hardy, Andy Hamilton, Phill Jupitus and Francis Wheen.

Further details

The News Quiz. Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: BBC

Having announced her departure in April, this is the last episode of The News Quiz hosted by Sandi Toksvig.

After over 200 episodes in the host's seat, Sandi said goodbye to listeners in front of a packed BBC Radio Theatre.

Tune in to Radio 4 at 6:30pm tonight to hear the episode; or get the BBC Friday Night Comedy podcast or find the show on iPlayer after 7pm.

The News Quiz will return later in the year with a new host. Details of who will be taking over will be announced at a later date.

The News Quiz. Image shows from L to R: Jeremy Hardy, Sandi Toksvig, Phill Jupitus, Francis Wheen, Andy Hamilton. Copyright: BBC
The News Quiz. Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: BBC
The News Quiz. Image shows from L to R: Francis Wheen, Sandi Toksvig, Jeremy Hardy. Copyright: BBC
The News Quiz. Sandi Toksvig. Copyright: BBC

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 26th June 2015
Time
6:30pm
Channel
BBC Radio 4
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Sandi Toksvig Host / Presenter
Guest cast
Jeremy Hardy Guest
Andy Hamilton Guest
Francis Wheen Guest
Phill Jupitus Guest
Neil Sleat Narrator
Writing team
Andy Wolton Writer
Benjamin Partridge Writer
Gabby Hutchinson Crouch Writer
Max Davis Writer (Additional Material)
James Menzies Writer (Additional Material)
Production team
Matthew Olden Producer

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