Episodes 49
Avg. Duration 28m
Activity Dormant
Apple Rating 4.9 (38)
Since Sep 2024
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
100%
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podcasts.files.bbci.co.uk

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About This Podcast

Panel game in which the contestants are challenged to speak for one minute without hesitation, deviation or repetition on any subject that comes up on the cards

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Recent Episodes

S96E6 6. The time I spent New Year's Eve with Sue Perkins

Mar 09, 2026 28m

We're back in Bradford for the final episode of the series. Zoe tells us why she's not as cool as a cucumber, Chris explains who Bradford Jesus is and Lucy offers her thoughts on Taylor Swift.Host:…

S96E5 5. That's a real headscratcher

Mar 02, 2026 28m

Gyles attempts to sing his own version of a Benjamin Britten opera, Emma explains why she can't remember the plot of The Great Gatsby and one of the players finally gets their first minute. Host: Sue…

S96E4 4. Do you remember the programme Changing Rooms?

Feb 23, 2026 28m

Rachel and Cariad reveal their worst ever birthday presents and hope their families aren't listening. Paterson gets competitive in the Shakespeare round and Sue asks the all important question -…

S96E3 3. Do I need to repeat myself?

Feb 16, 2026 28m

Players take on subjects including: the last time I received a compliment, if I were on Dragons' Den and Anne Boleyn. Finally a member of the royal family that Gyles doesn't know personally. Plus…

S96E2 2. I’ve never seen anything like it!

Feb 09, 2026 28m

Subjects this week include if I were invisible for one hour, double denim and The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. Now which of these might include everyone speaking French?Host: Sue…

S96E1 1. The best curry in Bradford

Feb 02, 2026 28m

This week Just A Minute returns to the glorious city of Bradford, 24 years after we last recorded there way back in 2002. Comedian Chris Cantrill was born and bred in Bradford and is making his debut…

S95E6 6. Do you believe in soul mates?

Oct 20, 2025 28m

Sue Perkins challenges Julian Clary, Rachel Parris, Paterson Joseph and Paul Merton to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Subjects include my Spanish exchange,…

S95E5 5. Whoopsie-daisy

Oct 13, 2025 28m

Sue Perkins challenges Lucy Porter, Paul Merton, Zoe Lyons and Stephen Mangan to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Subjects include give it 110%, Oasis tickets and I…

S95E4 4. What's that wonderful smell?

Oct 06, 2025 29m

Sue Perkins challenges Gyles Brandreth, Tony Hawks, Emma Sidi and Desiree Burch to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Subjects include Dame Maggie Smith, my favourite…

S95E3 3. It's what Emily Brontë would have wanted

Sep 29, 2025 29m

Sue Perkins challenges Paul Merton, Julian Clary, Paterson Joseph and Rachel Parris to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Subjects include my perfect first date, when I…

S95E2 2. Where's the live, laugh, love?

Sep 22, 2025 29m

Sue Perkins challenges Tony Hawks, Desiree Burch, Gyles Brandreth and Emma Sidi to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Subjects include the perfect pair of pyjamas,…

S95E1 1. The time I went to Sue Perkins’ birthday party

Sep 15, 2025 28m

Sue Perkins challenges Paul Merton, Lucy Porter, Zoe Lyons and Stephen Mangan to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Subjects include sharing is caring, Mr. Darcy and…

S94E6 6. Limoncello and Portobello

Mar 24, 2025 28m

Sue Perkins challenges Josie Lawrence, Ivo Graham, Sara Pascoe and Daliso Chaponda to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Subjects include Dollywood, When The Dust Has…

S94E5 5. Does a Strawberry Have Dreams?

Mar 17, 2025 28m

Sue Perkins challenges Paul Merton, Laura Smyth, Julian Clary and Desiree Burch to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Subjects include London To Brighton,…

S94E4 4. Does the second turning of the tide amount to repetition?

Mar 10, 2025 28m

Sue Perkins challenges Tony Hawks, Ian Smith, Zoe Lyons and Charlotte Ritchie to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Subjects include Preferred Socks, Hayfever, and…

S94E3 3. Hesitation, Repetition, Deviation or Enunciation

Mar 03, 2025 28m

Sue Perkins challenges Josie Lawrence, Ivo Graham, Sara Pascoe and Daliso Chaponda to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Subjects include Glastonbury Festival,…

S94E2 2. Where they make cheese and milk out of butterflies

Feb 24, 2025 28m

Sue Perkins challenges Tony Hawks, Ian Smith, Zoe Lyons and Charlotte Ritchie to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Subjects include Getting Butterflies, Bottling it,…

S94E1 1. A red phone called Kevin

Feb 17, 2025 28m

Sue Perkins challenges Paul Merton, Laura Smyth, Julian Clary and Desiree Burch to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation. Subjects include shopping centres, snake oil, and…

S90E9 8. The Day I Cut My Fringe, Rap Battles and Prawn Cocktail

Jan 13, 2025 28m

Sue Perkins challenges Gyles Brandreth, Lucy Porter, Ria Lina and Rhys James to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation.The long-running Radio 4 national treasure of a…

S90E8 7. Mods and Rockers, The Perfect Mullet and Deep Sea Diving

Jan 06, 2025 28m

Sue Perkins challenges Paul Merton, Jan Ravens, Tony Hawks and Desiree Burch to speak for 60 seconds without repetition, deviation or hesitation.The long-running Radio 4 national treasure of a…

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