Armando Iannucci
@aiannucci.bsky.social
Words and smiles.Partridge, Thick of It, Veep,Death of Stalin, Dr Strangelove on stage, Podcast #StrongMessageHere. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m0024cp6?partner=uk.co.bbc&origin=share-mobile Patron of Child Poverty Action Group, @cpaguk.bsky.social.
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Delighted a lot of you are enjoying this. Stewart Lee and I discuss how best to punish Andrew and the inappropriate use of the word ‘stumbling’ in the phrase ‘Stumbling from one crisis to another.’ #StrongMessageHere . On #BBCSounds, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all the others too.
Delighted a lot of you are enjoying this. Stewart Lee and I discuss how best to punish Andrew and the inappropriate use of the word ‘stumbling’ in the phrase ‘Stumbling from one crisis to another.’ #StrongMessageHere . On #BBCSounds, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all the others too.
February 14, 2026 at 9:11 AM
Delighted a lot of you are enjoying this. Stewart Lee and I discuss how best to punish Andrew and the inappropriate use of the word ‘stumbling’ in the phrase ‘Stumbling from one crisis to another.’ #StrongMessageHere . On #BBCSounds, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all the others too.
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Properly laughing in the car about the sinister 'containment' - like Chernobyl.
February 13, 2026 at 10:20 AM
Properly laughing in the car about the sinister 'containment' - like Chernobyl.
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Great, loved it! Reducing Andrew’s name to Andrex was priceless stuff 😂
February 13, 2026 at 10:52 AM
Great, loved it! Reducing Andrew’s name to Andrex was priceless stuff 😂
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Latest #StrongMessageHere with @aiannucci.bsky.social and Stewart Lee is unsurpassed in documenting the rapid, sordid, political downfall of Les Wheating MP.
Also, why ‘psychodrama’ is just a 21st Century synonym for a classic establishment-engineered scandal: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Also, why ‘psychodrama’ is just a 21st Century synonym for a classic establishment-engineered scandal: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Strong Message Here - Psychodrama (with Stewart Lee) - BBC Sounds
Is political language on fast forward? And are we addicted to the psychodrama?
www.bbc.co.uk
February 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Latest #StrongMessageHere with @aiannucci.bsky.social and Stewart Lee is unsurpassed in documenting the rapid, sordid, political downfall of Les Wheating MP.
Also, why ‘psychodrama’ is just a 21st Century synonym for a classic establishment-engineered scandal: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Also, why ‘psychodrama’ is just a 21st Century synonym for a classic establishment-engineered scandal: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
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You WILL enjoy this. Stewart Lee and I discussing language and the week’s politics. #StrongMessageHere . On #BBCSounds, Apple Podcast app, Spotify, and all the others too.
February 12, 2026 at 10:45 AM
You WILL enjoy this. Stewart Lee and I discussing language and the week’s politics. #StrongMessageHere . On #BBCSounds, Apple Podcast app, Spotify, and all the others too.
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Second Strong Message Here post of the day - this episode about the art of saying sorry might have been helpful to Jim Ratcliffe.
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February 12, 2026 at 12:26 PM
Second Strong Message Here post of the day - this episode about the art of saying sorry might have been helpful to Jim Ratcliffe.
bsky.app/profile/rola...
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bsky.app/profile/rola...
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This week’s podcast is improved 110% by more typeface chat.
Can this be a regular feature?
Can this be a regular feature?
February 12, 2026 at 2:33 PM
This week’s podcast is improved 110% by more typeface chat.
Can this be a regular feature?
Can this be a regular feature?
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Is Armando Iannucci's Strong Message Here Radio 4's most incisive political analysis or an entertainment operation 🤔
@aiannucci.bsky.social and guest Stewart Lee dissect Psychodrama
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
@aiannucci.bsky.social and guest Stewart Lee dissect Psychodrama
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Strong Message Here - Psychodrama (with Stewart Lee) - BBC Sounds
Is political language on fast forward? And are we addicted to the psychodrama?
www.bbc.co.uk
February 12, 2026 at 12:17 PM
Is Armando Iannucci's Strong Message Here Radio 4's most incisive political analysis or an entertainment operation 🤔
@aiannucci.bsky.social and guest Stewart Lee dissect Psychodrama
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
@aiannucci.bsky.social and guest Stewart Lee dissect Psychodrama
www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
You WILL enjoy this. Stewart Lee and I discussing language and the week’s politics. #StrongMessageHere . On #BBCSounds, Apple Podcast app, Spotify, and all the others too.
February 12, 2026 at 10:45 AM
You WILL enjoy this. Stewart Lee and I discussing language and the week’s politics. #StrongMessageHere . On #BBCSounds, Apple Podcast app, Spotify, and all the others too.
Tail end of Mandelson and Epstein storm discussed by myself and @maitlis.bsky.social on #StrongMessageHere. Tomorrow, I’m with Stewart Lee banging on about Wes Streeting. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/s...
You've Let Your Country Down (with Emily Maitlis)
Podcast Episode · Strong Message Here · 05/02/2026 · 31m
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February 11, 2026 at 8:32 AM
Tail end of Mandelson and Epstein storm discussed by myself and @maitlis.bsky.social on #StrongMessageHere. Tomorrow, I’m with Stewart Lee banging on about Wes Streeting. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/s...
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Essential listening, every episode is gold
New #StrongMessageHere is up! I’m discussing the phrase ‘You’ve Let Your Country Down’ and all things Peter Mandbatton-Windsor with Emily @maitlis.bsky.social. Now on #BBCSounds , and all other worldwide pod outlets.
February 9, 2026 at 7:26 PM
Essential listening, every episode is gold
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Are we wiser to the language of political scandal than we used to be? Are bouts of selective amnesia politically wise?
Strong Message Here: You've Let Your Country Down (with Emily Maitlis)
Episode webpage: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
Media file: open.live.bbc.co.uk/mediaselecto...
Strong Message Here: You've Let Your Country Down (with Emily Maitlis)
Episode webpage: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
Media file: open.live.bbc.co.uk/mediaselecto...
BBC Radio 4 - Strong Message Here, You've Let Your Country Down (with Emily Maitlis)
Emily Maitlis joins Armando to pore through the language of the Epstein Files.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 5, 2026 at 10:42 PM
Are we wiser to the language of political scandal than we used to be? Are bouts of selective amnesia politically wise?
Strong Message Here: You've Let Your Country Down (with Emily Maitlis)
Episode webpage: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
Media file: open.live.bbc.co.uk/mediaselecto...
Strong Message Here: You've Let Your Country Down (with Emily Maitlis)
Episode webpage: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
Media file: open.live.bbc.co.uk/mediaselecto...
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The inaugural 'Golden Baz' award, presented to @aiannucci.bsky.social from @bobbicee.bsky.social and Chris Daniels, with @samiraahmeduk.bsky.social!
February 8, 2026 at 7:19 PM
The inaugural 'Golden Baz' award, presented to @aiannucci.bsky.social from @bobbicee.bsky.social and Chris Daniels, with @samiraahmeduk.bsky.social!
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An honour to have @bobbicee.bsky.social present the inaugural ‘Golden Baz’ award to @aiannucci.bsky.social!
A tribute to Patron Barry Cryer, we thank Armando for accepting the award and sharing incredible insights with us and presenters @samiraahmeduk.bsky.social and @andrewkelly.bsky.social.
A tribute to Patron Barry Cryer, we thank Armando for accepting the award and sharing incredible insights with us and presenters @samiraahmeduk.bsky.social and @andrewkelly.bsky.social.
February 9, 2026 at 12:29 PM
An honour to have @bobbicee.bsky.social present the inaugural ‘Golden Baz’ award to @aiannucci.bsky.social!
A tribute to Patron Barry Cryer, we thank Armando for accepting the award and sharing incredible insights with us and presenters @samiraahmeduk.bsky.social and @andrewkelly.bsky.social.
A tribute to Patron Barry Cryer, we thank Armando for accepting the award and sharing incredible insights with us and presenters @samiraahmeduk.bsky.social and @andrewkelly.bsky.social.
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Full length pod..... #StrongMessageHere
@aiannucci.bsky.social Yes!!! www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... Been looking forward to this one.
@aiannucci.bsky.social Yes!!! www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... Been looking forward to this one.
Strong Message Here - You've Let Your Country Down (with Emily Maitlis) - BBC Sounds
Emily Maitlis joins Armando to pore through the language of the Epstein Files.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 5, 2026 at 10:37 AM
Full length pod..... #StrongMessageHere
@aiannucci.bsky.social Yes!!! www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... Been looking forward to this one.
@aiannucci.bsky.social Yes!!! www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... Been looking forward to this one.
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Loved this episode ❤️ Maitlis was spot on about Mandy in his pants 😂
February 6, 2026 at 8:53 AM
Loved this episode ❤️ Maitlis was spot on about Mandy in his pants 😂
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OPINION TODAY featured podcast —
@aiannucci.bsky.social and @maitlis.bsky.social discuss the Epstein files. Are we wiser to the language of political scandal than we used to be? And is it impossible to spin a story in the modern media environment?
opiniontoday.substack.com/i/186961221/...
@aiannucci.bsky.social and @maitlis.bsky.social discuss the Epstein files. Are we wiser to the language of political scandal than we used to be? And is it impossible to spin a story in the modern media environment?
opiniontoday.substack.com/i/186961221/...
February 6, 2026 at 1:56 AM
OPINION TODAY featured podcast —
@aiannucci.bsky.social and @maitlis.bsky.social discuss the Epstein files. Are we wiser to the language of political scandal than we used to be? And is it impossible to spin a story in the modern media environment?
opiniontoday.substack.com/i/186961221/...
@aiannucci.bsky.social and @maitlis.bsky.social discuss the Epstein files. Are we wiser to the language of political scandal than we used to be? And is it impossible to spin a story in the modern media environment?
opiniontoday.substack.com/i/186961221/...
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New #StrongMessageHere is up! I’m discussing the phrase ‘You’ve Let Your Country Down’ and all things Peter Mandbatton-Windsor with Emily @maitlis.bsky.social. Now on #BBCSounds , and all other worldwide pod outlets.
February 5, 2026 at 10:07 AM
New #StrongMessageHere is up! I’m discussing the phrase ‘You’ve Let Your Country Down’ and all things Peter Mandbatton-Windsor with Emily @maitlis.bsky.social. Now on #BBCSounds , and all other worldwide pod outlets.
New #StrongMessageHere is up! I’m discussing the phrase ‘You’ve Let Your Country Down’ and all things Peter Mandbatton-Windsor with Emily @maitlis.bsky.social. Now on #BBCSounds , and all other worldwide pod outlets.
February 5, 2026 at 10:07 AM
New #StrongMessageHere is up! I’m discussing the phrase ‘You’ve Let Your Country Down’ and all things Peter Mandbatton-Windsor with Emily @maitlis.bsky.social. Now on #BBCSounds , and all other worldwide pod outlets.
In tomorrow’s #StrongMessageHere I’ll be discussing all things Peter Mandbatton-Windsor with Emily @maitlis.bsky.social. 9.45am on #BBCRadio4, and full ep on all poddy platforms including #BBCSounds
February 4, 2026 at 11:44 PM
In tomorrow’s #StrongMessageHere I’ll be discussing all things Peter Mandbatton-Windsor with Emily @maitlis.bsky.social. 9.45am on #BBCRadio4, and full ep on all poddy platforms including #BBCSounds
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If you’re looking for #StrongMessageHere outside U.K., it’s up on all the main pod feeds, including Apple and Spotify.
BBC Sounds is only available in the UK. We desperate Americans have to try and find it elsewhere.
February 2, 2026 at 8:28 AM
If you’re looking for #StrongMessageHere outside U.K., it’s up on all the main pod feeds, including Apple and Spotify.
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Some top-notch #PeterMandelson anagrams, including 'Molest and preen' and 'mean old serpent'...
Peter Mandelson - anagrams share.google/DbE3aTZApTib...
Peter Mandelson - anagrams share.google/DbE3aTZApTib...
February 2, 2026 at 9:12 PM
Some top-notch #PeterMandelson anagrams, including 'Molest and preen' and 'mean old serpent'...
Peter Mandelson - anagrams share.google/DbE3aTZApTib...
Peter Mandelson - anagrams share.google/DbE3aTZApTib...
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Most looking forward to "Careless People", Wynn-Williams' expose of life at Facebook, who have now injuncted her against saying anything else about the company.
She appeared on a great episode of #StrongMessageHere with @aiannucci.bsky.social and Stewart Lee
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
She appeared on a great episode of #StrongMessageHere with @aiannucci.bsky.social and Stewart Lee
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
BBC Radio 4 - Strong Message Here, AI Hallucinations (with Stewart Lee and Sarah Wynn-Williams)
Sarah Wynn-Williams joins Armando and Stewart Lee to talk all things AI.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 2, 2026 at 9:26 PM
Most looking forward to "Careless People", Wynn-Williams' expose of life at Facebook, who have now injuncted her against saying anything else about the company.
She appeared on a great episode of #StrongMessageHere with @aiannucci.bsky.social and Stewart Lee
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
She appeared on a great episode of #StrongMessageHere with @aiannucci.bsky.social and Stewart Lee
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...