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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

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Genres:

Comedy

Networks:

BBC

Description:

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

Language:

English


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

3/9/2026
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: Sue Perkins Players: Paul Merton, Zoe Lyons, Chris Cantrill, Lucy Porter Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: James Robinson Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Additional material by Ruth Husko An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:28:40

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5. That's a real headscratcher

3/2/2026
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 Perkins Players: Gyles Brandreth, Emma Sidi, Desiree Burch and Josie Lawrence Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: James Robinson Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Additional material by Ruth Husko An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:28:18

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4. Do you remember the programme Changing Rooms?

2/23/2026
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 - what's in your bumbag? Host: Sue Perkins Players: Paul Merton, Paterson Joseph, Rachel Parris, Cariad Lloyd Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: James Robinson Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Additional material by Ruth Husko An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:28:29

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3. Do I need to repeat myself?

2/16/2026
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 Josie starts a sing song with the audience. Host: Sue Perkins Players: Josie Lawrence, Gyles Brandreth, Emma Sidi, Desiree Burch Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: James Robinson Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Additional material by Ruth Husko An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:28:39

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2. I’ve never seen anything like it!

2/9/2026
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 Perkins Players: Paul Merton, Cariad Lloyd, Rachel Parris, Paterson Joseph Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: James Robinson Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Additional material by Ruth Husko An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:28:18

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1. The best curry in Bradford

2/2/2026
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 on the show. How will he get on when he plays with regulars Paul Merton, Lucy Porter and Zoe Lyons on subjects like singing in the shower, heartbreak hotel and Alan Bennett? Host: Sue Perkins Players: Paul Merton, Lucy Porter, Zoe Lyons, Chris Cantrill Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: James Robinson Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Additional material by Ruth Husko An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:28:26

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6. Do you believe in soul mates?

10/20/2025
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, Paddington Bear and shoulder pads. Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: James Robinson Additional material by Eve Delaney An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:28:27

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5. Whoopsie-daisy

10/13/2025
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 wish I didn’t know that about you. Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: James Robinson Additional material by Eve Delaney An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:28:23

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4. What's that wonderful smell?

10/6/2025
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 pizza topping and Wimbledon. Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: James Robinson Additional material by Eve Delaney An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:29:01

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3. It's what Emily Brontë would have wanted

9/29/2025
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 was staying at The White Lotus and I'm in a WhatsApp group with Sue Perkins. Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: James Robinson Additional material by Eve Delaney An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:29:03

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

9/22/2025
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, checking one’s moles and getting the ‘ick’. Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: James Robinson Additional material by Eve Delaney An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:29:14

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

9/15/2025
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 the worst piece of advice I've ever been given. Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: James Robinson Additional material by Eve Delaney An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:28:50

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6. Limoncello and Portobello

3/24/2025
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 Settled, and My Get Pumped Playlist. Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Producer: Rajiv Karia An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Audio Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:28:34

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5. Does a Strawberry Have Dreams?

3/17/2025
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, Hand-me-downs, and The Life of a Strawberry. Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Producer: Rajiv Karia An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Audio Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:28:35

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

3/10/2025
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 Getting It Started On The Dancefloor. Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Producer: Rajiv Karia An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Audio Production for Radio 4

Duration:00:28:32

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3. Hesitation, Repetition, Deviation or Enunciation

3/3/2025
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, Negotiating with A Toddler, and Those Listening At Home. Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Producer: Rajiv Karia An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Audio Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:28:36

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2. Where they make cheese and milk out of butterflies

2/24/2025
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, and a Desire for Revenge. Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Producer: Rajiv Karia An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Audio Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:28:32

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1. A red phone called Kevin

2/17/2025
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 a slip of the tongue. Production Coordinator: Sarah Nicholls Sound Editor: Marc Willcox Producer: Rajiv Karia An EcoAudio certified production. A BBC Studios Audio Production for Radio 4.

Duration:00:28:33

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

1/13/2025
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 parlour game returns this week with subjects ranging from Rap Battles to Prawn Cocktail. Production co-ordinator: Caroline Barlow Sound editor: Marc Willcox Producer: Rajiv Karia A BBC Studios Production

Duration:00:28:33

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Mods and Rockers, The Perfect Mullet and Deep Sea Diving

1/6/2025
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 parlour game returns this week with subjects ranging from The Perfect Mullet to Deep Sea Diving. Production co-ordinator: Caroline Barlow Sound editor: Marc Willcox Producer: Rajiv Karia A BBC Studios Production

Duration:00:28:32