Pulse of the Nation
Pulse of the Nation is your go-to show for a hilarious, no-holds-barred take on the week’s most unimportant news.Hosted by the quick-witted comedian Andrew White, this weekly show embraces the irreverent, pokes fun at the serious, and brings a lighter, comedic twist to the world’s heaviest news.From the bizarre to the controversial, nothing is off-limits. Expect off-the-cuff banter, biting satire, and plenty of laughs as Andrew spins his stance on everything from politics to pop culture. In a world full of chaos, Pulse of the Nation is your much-needed comic relief!
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Episodes
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Episode 36 - Tom Salinsky & Tyreece King
Wednesday, 19 November 2025
This is Andrew's final show as host of Pulse Of The Nation and what better way to end than with some fantastic guests. Tom Salinsky is in studio and we quiz him about his reviews on Oscar nominated films. Tyreece King talks to us about pub quiz cheating and horror movies. We also cover the disaster social media account Halo created by Sky.
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Episode 35 - Judson Laipply
Wednesday, 12 November 2025
This week Andrew is flying solo in the studio but he talks about the people he hates most and topping the list AI. He also speaks with viral star Judson Laipply about the evolution of dance and being one of the first viral people on Youtube.
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Episode 34 - Alasdair Beckett-King & Dave Chawner
Wednesday, 5 November 2025
This week Andrew is joined by comedian and childrens novelist Alasdair Beckett-King to speak about the most inapproriate book titles for childrens books. Dave Chawner was in studio to speak about his new tour Mental.
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Episode 33 - Alex Kitson
Wednesday, 29 October 2025
This week Andrew is joined by comedian Alex Kitson to speak about his show This Is Water. We went to a performative male contest and Andrew and Alex give their thoughts on the matcha drinking competitors. They also discuss the newest star in panto - Jeremy Corbyn.
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Episode 32 - Jake Steer, Scarlett Moffatt & Milo Edwards
Wednesday, 1 October 2025
This week Andrew is joined by the man that is here for the vibes only Jake Steer. Milo Edwards discusses which politician looks best in a wet suit and why we use Bing and not Google. Scarlett Moffatt settles a big home decor debate and tells us about her wedding disaster. We also try to get to the bottom of how much semen is produced in one hour.
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Episode 31 - Will Hannigan, Ali Woods, Frank Ilet & Mary O'Connell
Tuesday, 23 September 2025
This week Will Hannigan joins us to unpack Donald Trump’s latest bizarre claim that there is a supposed link between autism and paracetamol. Frank Ilet gives an update on his ongoing (and increasingly hairy) commitment to not cut his hair until Manchester United win five games in a row. Ali Woods makes a case for reviving the post-sex cry and Mary O’Connell shares her thoughts on the recent headlines about the rapture.
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Episode 30 - Runi Talwar, Abigoliah Schauman and Cheryl Fergison
Tuesday, 16 September 2025
Andrew is back in the hot seat and he is tackling the biggest stories in the papers. Runi Talwar is in studio to discuss Bob Katter and his viral political interviews. Cheryl Fergison is on the show to speak about her new book 'Behind The Scenes' and reveals who she would like to duet with on her next musical release. Abigoliah talks about her new podcast and gives her thoughts on Aldi's new gender reveal cake.
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Episode 29 - Jain Edwards & Anna Richardson
Wednesday, 30 July 2025
This week Andrew is joined by Jain Edwards to discuss her new show 'She Devil' that she is bringing to Edinburgh Fringe. Host of Naked Attraction Anna Richardson is on the show to speak about Brits dating abroad and the secrets behind the naked dating show. Next week the show is coming live from Edinburgh Fringe!
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Episode 28 - Amelia Hamilton & Michael Odewale
Tuesday, 22 July 2025
This week Andrew is joined by Amelia Hamilton to discuss the best attractions in Fleet Town and Gimp Dad Summer. Amelia gives us a taste of music from her upcoming album. Michael Odewale pops into studio to discuss the best karaoke songs to perform and the ones to avoid. Amelia shows off her rapping skills with some live renditions of her favourite songs.
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Episode 27 -James Trickey
Tuesday, 15 July 2025
This week Andrew is joined by comedian James Trickey were they discuss Andrew's strange foot shape. James his horror story with renting in Edinburgh for the fringe. They discuss whether or not they are friends or maybe more...
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Episode 26 - Ben Pope, Max Fulham & Amy Annette
Wednesday, 9 July 2025
This week Andrew is joined by not one but two co-hosts, the wonderful Ben Pope and Max Fulham. They discuss Ben's love for people who juggle. They play a game of Ben Pope or The Real Pope....it's hard to tell the difference. Amy Annette comes into studio to discuss paedos and shit charity shops purchases.
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Episode 25 - Maisie Adam & Lachlan Werner
Tuesday, 1 July 2025
This week Andrew decides to start the most controversial opinion on the show - yet! Maisie Adam's joins us to discuss the upcoming sports events including the Women's Euros. We find out that she has written some chants for the players... to the tune of Mambo No.5. Lachlan Werner is in studio to speak about his upcoming Edinburgh show and his love for sneezing.
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Episode 24 -Bobby Mair & Ellie Taylor
Tuesday, 24 June 2025
This week Andrew is joined by Bobby Mair to discuss Quebec and shouting 'CHICKEN WIRE' at an online troll. Ellie Taylor is on the show to talk about her plans to have travel the world in a new tv show. And we react to Paddy McGuiness with the best ending to comedy show ever.
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Episode 23 - Michelle Saughnessy, Louis Spence & Hannah Byczkowski
Tuesday, 17 June 2025
This week Andrew is joined by Michelle Shaughnessy to discuss how AI could be the cure do your depression...but most likely not. Louis Spence exposes himself to Andrew and he talks about his most viral moments. Hannah Byczkowski breaks some celeb death news and talks about the emotional connection she has to her dog. Also, have we been blocked by the scam caller?
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Episode 22 - Gemma Collins & SHABOOM
Tuesday, 10 June 2025
This week Andrew has no co-host for the show and in a desperate attempt to find someone to help him out he calls former co-hosts and even his own nan. Producer Ciaran decides to share the conflict on Tayto crisps in Ireland. Gemma Collins speaks about how to slay in a world of 'wokies'. SHABOOM speak about how they are either loved or hated. Andrew attempts to call the scammer but we think he might be blocked
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Episode 21 - Sunjai Arif, Onkar Judge & Luke Rollason
Tuesday, 3 June 2025
This week Andrew White is joined by the notoriously cheeky Sunjai Arif where Andrew calls out Sunjai for this misbehaviour on the show. X Factor viral singer Onkar Judge to speak about his viral moment with Simon Cowell. Luke Rollason summons his best impression of a police officer to take on the scam slam ..... how long will it take to get the scammer to hang up?
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Episode 20 - Carly Smallman, Sandra Hannah, Sapan Verma & Rachel Fairburn
Tuesday, 27 May 2025
This week Andrew White is joined by Carly Smallman to discuss witch craft and how Guildford doesn't deserve joy. The Sandra Hannah and her viral parrot Chanel join the show to discuss going viral during lock down and how people have made shower curtains with her face on it. Sapan Verma joins Andrew to chat about his new show coming to SOHO Theatre and Rachel drops by to attempt keep a scam caller on the phone with Carly and to talk about her hatred for gimmicks at weddings.
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Episode 19 - Joey Wilby, Wagner & Helen Bauer
Tuesday, 20 May 2025
This week Andrew White is joined by Joey Wilby to discuss whether or not his sandwich eating habits are weird or not. The one and only Wagner joins the show to discuss X Factor fame and even gives Andrew some advice with a hair transplant clinic. Queen Helen Bauer drops by to attempt keep a scam caller on the phone with Joey and to show us her attempt at a seagull call.
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Episode 18 - Kate Cheka & Joseph Parsons
Tuesday, 13 May 2025
This week Andrew White is joined by Kate Cheka to discuss whether Maidenhead is really in Manchester and how many men would need to die (of old age) to stop fascism. Joseph Parsons drops by to discuss whether a fist bump is more appropriate than a handshake and what sport we should all be following this summer.
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Episode 17 - Matt Richardson & Michelle Saughnessy
Tuesday, 6 May 2025
This week Andrew White is joined by Matt Richardson to discuss Coventry being his most hated town, how gay is the conclave and what is Gok Wan really like? They attempt to fill our surprise guest spot with a random gumtree advert. Also in this episode - Michelle Saughnessy joins Andrew to speak about dating in the UK and performing gigs to one person.
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Episode 16 - Kate Barron, Cycling Mikey & Esther Manito
Tuesday, 29 April 2025
This week Andrew White is joined by Esther Manito to discuss are Canadians actually nice people or is it just all an act. The UKs biggest 'villain' of 2024 Cycling Mikey joins the show to talk about giving over 1000 people driving penalties and whether he really is as hated. Esther Manito drops by to debate which is the worst tube line in London.
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Episode 15 - Jake Baker, Russell Horning & Joey Page
Tuesday, 22 April 2025
This week, Andrew White is joined by Jake Baker as they have a proper moan about their mutual loathing of E-scooter riders—plus, Jake cheekily reveals his method for nicking from a shop. Viral sensation Russell Horning, better known as the Backpack Kid, speaks to Andrew about sudden fame and how life’s been since becoming an internet star. Later on, Joey Page swings by the studio to chat through some wonderfully daft news stories and debate whether it’s ever acceptable to tuck into your shopping before you've paid at the till.
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Episode 14 - Charlie Bowers & Alex Mason
Tuesday, 15 April 2025
This week Andrew is joined by Charlie Bower to discuss this hatred of Martin Lewis and his love for roundabout. Alex Mason speaks about her admiration for Martin Lewis and how she has taken inspiration by his mission to find the best mini egg in the land. She hopes to find the best bag of Fruit Pastels.
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Episode 13 - Bruce Devlin & Samwell
Tuesday, 8 April 2025
This week Andrew White is joined by 'Children's Entertainer' Bruce Devlin to discuss the size of car parking spaces. They are joined by viral singer Samwell to speak about his hit song 'What What (In The Butt)'. We delve deeper into the Facebook communities and keep up to date with the latest troubles that are bothering the nation.
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Episode 12 - Leah Davis, Eugene Mirman & Abigoliah Schamaun
Tuesday, 1 April 2025
This week, Andrew White is joined by Leah Davis to explore the decline of Pizza Huts across the UK. Bob's Burgers star Eugene Mirman chats with Andrew about his new show at Soho Theatre and puts his UK news knowledge to the test. Plus, Abigoliah Schaumaun drops by the studio to weigh in on the ongoing debate surrounding the fall of England’s high streets.
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Episode 11 - Kate Martin, Basil Brush & Ted Milligan
Wednesday, 26 March 2025
This week, Andrew White is joined by Kate Martin to talk about the unfair treatment of lesbians in the rise of Birkenstock popularity. Later, Basil Brush joins the duo to reflect on his growing fame as he ages—BOOM BOOM! And Basil Brush super-fan Ted Milligan drops by to chat about the challenges of owning a wind chime in Eastbourne. Plus, Andrew opens up about his unexpected status as a football poet legend for Bournemouth FC
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Episode 10 - Jessie Nixon, Captain Beany, Jay Whittakey & Dulcé Sloan
Wednesday, 19 March 2025
This week, Andrew White is joined by Jessie Nixon to discuss goat genitals and the curious 'tea time alarm.' Our surprise guest, Captain Beany, shares why he believes the political world could use more beans. Dulcé Sloan and Jay Whittaker join us in the studio to share their thoughts on the British breakfast and dive into some of the UK's most entertaining Facebook community groups.
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Episode 9 - Toussaint Douglas, Dani Harmer & Tiff Stevenson
Wednesday, 12 March 2025
This week on the podcast, Andrew White is joined by the one and only Toussaint Douglas as they dive deep into one of nature's fiercest rivalries: city pigeons vs. seaside seagulls. Who’s got the better hustle? Who’s the real villain of the skies? Plus, Andrew sits down with TV legend Dani Harmer to talk all things Tracey Beaker—and, of course, what her kids think about her infamous role. And, the hilarious Tiff Stevenson pops into the studio to chat about her breakout movie Slotherhouse—yes, it’s about a killer sloth!
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Episode 8 - Alistair Barrie, Steen Raskopoulos
Wednesday, 5 March 2025
This week on the podcast, Andrew is joined by comedian Alistair Barrie to dive into the mistreatment of comedians in comedy clubs across the country. Plus, a mystery guest has a phone blunder—will they manage to pick up the call? Steen Raskopoulos stops by the studio to chat about Australian news, what exactly a "water bubbler" is, and whether it's a good idea to hand out seeds in party bags for kids.
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Episode 7 - Abigoliah Schamaun, Kev Riley & Nick Helm
Wednesday, 26 February 2025
This week, Andrew is joined by Abigoliah Schamaun to tackle the great UK meal deal wars. Come Dine With Me viral sensation Kev Riley, aka the Whisk Guy, drops in to chat about his legendary whisk moment on the show. Nick Helm swings by to reminisce about his time at FUBAR Radio, share the hilarious story of the worst thing he’s ever dropped on his foot, and discuss who was the biggest bitch at school.
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