Friday Night Comedy from BBC Radio 4
by BBC Radio 4
Is this your podcast?BBC Radio 4 is a prominent broadcasting network in the UK, recognized for its high-quality programming, including news, drama, and comedy. Known for its intellectual and cultural content, it attracts a diverse audience seeking thought-provo…
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Audience Interest
- topical comedy
- satirical commentary
Podcast Focus
- weekly comedy segments
- news satire
Publishing Consistency
- 259 episodes total
- active for 5 years
Platform Reach
- available on BBC Sounds
- exclusive early access
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Total monthly reach
Estimated from 33 chart positions in 33 markets.
By chart position
- 🇬🇧GB · Comedy#32100K to 300K
- 🇦🇺AU · Comedy#6630K to 100K
- 🇨🇦CA · Comedy#1175K to 30K
- 🇩🇪DE · Comedy#1635K to 30K
- 🇪🇸ES · Comedy#4730K to 100K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
96K to 321K🎙 Daily cadence·259 episodes·Last published 1mo ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
322K to 1.1M🇬🇧28%🇦🇺9%🇪🇸9%+30 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
96K to 321K277K real followers tracked across platforms
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From 22 epsHosts
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Recent episodes
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/17/26 | politicscomedy+3 | Jan RavensDuncan Wisbey+1 | BBC StudiosBBC Radio 4 | — | Dead RingersTrump+5 | — | 28m 11s | ||
| 7/10/26 | comedypolitics+3 | Chris MasonZia Yusuf+4 | The Rest is PoliticsBBC Studios | Sheffield | Dead Ringerscomedy+5 | — | 28m 38s | ||
| 7/3/26 | politicscomedy+3 | Jan RavensLewis Macleod+2 | BBC StudiosBBC Radio 4 | — | Dead Ringerscomedy+6 | — | 28m 30s | ||
| 6/26/26 | impressionsnews+4 | Jan RavensLewis Macleod+2 | BBC Studios | — | Dead Ringersimpressions+5 | — | 28m 22s | ||
| 6/19/26 | impressionscomedy+3 | Jon CulshawJan Ravens+3 | BBC StudiosBBC Radio 4 | — | impressionscomedy+3 | — | 28m 33s | ||
| 6/12/26 | news quizpolitics+4 | Pierre NovellieAlasdair Beckett-King+2 | BBC StudiosRadio 4 | — | Peter MandelsonTrump+6 | — | 28m 25s | ||
| 6/5/26 | political satiresocial media+4 | Scott BennettCody Dahler+2 | SNPBBC Studios+1 | — | political satireTony Blair+5 | — | 28m 38s | ||
| 5/29/26 | BrexitWelsh independence+3 | Kiri Pritchard-McLeanRobin Morgan+2 | HS2BBC Studios | Hay FestivalWales | BrexitWelsh independence+5 | — | 28m 31s | ||
| 5/22/26 | UK politicsLabour party+4 | Nish KumarIan Smith+2 | BBC StudiosLabour party+2 | China | StarmerLabour leader+8 | — | 28m 24s | ||
| 5/15/26 | election resultsThe Grand National+3 | — | BBC Studios | — | electioncomedy+5 | — | 28m 26s | ||
| 5/8/26 | King Charles state visitDonald Trump+3 | — | BBC StudiosRadio 4 | — | King CharlesDonald Trump+5 | — | 28m 33s | ||
| 4/24/26 | politicselections+3 | Andrew MaxwellZoe Lyons+2 | BBC StudiosBBC Radio 4 | — | comedypolitics+5 | — | 28m 33s | ||
| 4/24/26 | politicseducation+3 | Daliso ChapondaCatherine Bohart+2 | BBC StudiosRadio 4 | — | Peter Mandelsonvetting+3 | — | 28m 13s | ||
| 4/17/26 | swearingsteeplechase+4 | Katie Norris | BBC Radio 4 | — | Trumpnews+5 | — | 27m 44s | ||
| 4/10/26 | satirenews+3 | Rosie HoltHeather Allansdottir | — | — | comedysatire+5 | — | 28m 00s | ||
| 4/3/26 | Donald Trumpsatire+4 | Cariad LloydSimon Munday | BBC Radio 4 | — | Trumpsatire+5 | — | 27m 52s | ||
| 3/27/26 | investmentsatire+3 | Rosalie MinnittJo Saunderson | BBC Radio 4 | — | Naked Weekinvestment portfolio+3 | — | 27m 58s | ||
| 3/20/26 | satireIraq War+3 | Rosie HoltJimmy The 11th Century Welsh Viking | BBC Radio 4The Skewer | — | Naked Weeksatire+3 | — | 28m 00s | ||
| 3/13/26 | warlaw+4 | Rachel ParrisMark Stephens CBE+1 | BBC Radio 4 | — | Naked Weekcomedy+6 | — | 27m 56s | ||
| 3/6/26 | UK politicsTrump's State of the Union+3 | Simon EvansZoe Lyons+2 | BBC StudiosGreens+1 | GortonDenton+1 | UK politicsTrump+3 | — | 28m 25s | ||
| 2/27/26 | royal newsgovernment U-turn+3 | Mark SteelDaliso Chaponda+2 | BBC Radio 4BBC Studios | — | birthdaypolice visit+5 | — | 28m 17s | ||
| 2/20/26 | politicsValentine's Day+4 | Alasdair Beckett-KingRachel Fairburn+2 | BBC Radio 4BBC Studios | — | Keir StarmerValentine's Day+3 | — | 28m 27s |
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Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
BBC Radio 4 is a prominent broadcasting network in the UK, recognized for its high-quality programming, including news, drama, and comedy. Known for its intellectual and cultural content, it attracts a diverse audience seeking thought-provoking entertainment. "Friday Night Comedy from BBC Radio 4" stands out for its sharp satirical approach to current events, featuring renowned segments like The News Quiz and Dead Ringers. The podcast offers listeners a humorous take on the week’s news, blending wit and insight in a format that combines sketches and discussions, released weekly on Fridays. The podcast appeals to a broad demographic, particularly those interested in politics and comedy, providing a humorous respite from the often overwhelming news cycle. Listeners value the unique blend of levity and commentary, making it a staple for comedy enthusiasts looking to stay informed while entertained.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 277K
- Total plays: 6.4M
- Total reviews: 2.2K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 17K
Castbox
- Followers: 240K
- Plays: 6.1M
- Reviews: 229
YouTube
- Subscribers: 1.0K
- Views: 279K
- Videos: 14
Podcast App
- Followers: 2.1K
- Reviews: 1.9K
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 17K
- Reviews: 41
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Key insights
What the show covers
- weekly comedy segments
- news satire
- variety of shows
- comedic analysis
Audience interests
- topical comedy
- satirical commentary
- current events
- humor in news
Platform reach
- available on BBC Sounds
- exclusive early access
- BBC Radio 4 network
- limited platform distribution
Publishing consistency
- 259 episodes total
- active for 5 years
- weekly release schedule
- reliable episode availability
Chart history for Friday Night Comedy from BBC Radio 4
Peaked at #20 in New Zealand, currently #20 in New Zealand.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | — | #20 | #20 | — |
| South Africa | — | #31 | #31 | — |
| United Kingdom | — | #32 | #32 | — |
| BE | — | #36 | #36 | — |
| Spain | — | #47 | #47 | — |
| India | — | #48 | #48 | — |
| Ireland | — | #51 | #51 | — |
| CH | — | #63 | #63 | — |
| AE | — | #63 | #63 | — |
| KE | — | #65 | #65 | — |
| Australia | — | #66 | #66 | — |
| IS | — | #66 | #66 | — |
| Italy | — | #67 | #67 | — |
| HK | — | #70 | #70 | — |
| TH | — | #70 | #70 | — |
| SG | — | #72 | #72 | — |
| PH | — | #80 | #80 | — |
| MY | — | #82 | #82 | — |
| France | — | #84 | #84 | — |
| GR | — | #87 | #87 | — |
Chart Positions
33 placements across 33 markets.
Chart Positions
33 placements across 33 markets.