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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Gregg Wallace has stepped down from MasterChef amid a string of allegations from coworkers. Coco delves into the claims. The Daily Mail provides an in-depth look at a legal battle between two very bland influencers and we've forced Jason to read it. Plus, The Guardian is obsessed with daytime raves, but Miranda isn’t convinced.

Miranda Sawyer is joined by comedy writer Jason Hazeley and journalist Coco Khan.

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Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Robin Leeburn. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Miranda investigates The Daily Mail’s strange link between electric cars, net-zero policy, and vasectomies. The rap feud of the year between Drake and Kendrick Lamar continues to escalate – our insider Michael has all the spicy details from The Sun. Plus – The Telegraph makes one of their reporters eat like Trump for a whole week, and Helen is sweating just reading about it.

Miranda Sawyer is joined by the wonderful hosts of Everything is News: Helen Price and Michael Clarke. 

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: The front pages all cover the damage caused by Storm Bert and discuss whether warnings were sufficient. Miranda and Jan can’t agree on The Telegraph’s “essential jumpers for 2025”. Plus – The Sun has a story about a mum with a naughty habit, so we made Jonn read it and report back to us.

Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Jonn Elledge and queen of impressions Jan Ravens.

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Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Jade Bailey. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production

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We don’t just read the papers so you don’t have to… we do it on Zoom too. In a special live edition for the Paper Cuts Supporters Club, host Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Jonn Elledge and Podmasters backroom genius Jacob “Jarv” Jarvis. On the agenda: Remembering John Prescott, are “moflins” the new furbies, the star-cross’d potential romance between Jonn and Michael Gove… and your questions.  

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Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production by Jade Bailey.  Music by Simon Williams. Production: Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production. 

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: The panel picks through the front pages including the ICC news of a ruling on Netanyahu. Then, Captain Tom’s charity gets exposed as a report reveals his family personally benefited from it. And Jeremy Clarkson, what’s he up to now – and could he make a switch into politics? Then, the middle aisle of Lidl – love it or hate it, it might ruin your relationship either way.  

Miranda Sawyer is joined by Rich Peppiat and Harry Stachini.  

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Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Jade Bailey. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production 

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Cher – she’s got a new book out and the panel can’t contain their excitement. And, Brat – nobody knows what it means still, despite it being the word of the year and Jacob Hawley dressing a little bit Brat!  

Miranda Sawyer is joined by Jacob Hawley, Coco Khan, Jacob Jarvis and Ava Santina.  

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Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Jade Bailey. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production.

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Natasha explains Biden’s decision to lift the ban on Ukraine using long range US missiles, and reassures us that it (probably) won’t start World War 3. Gráinne has found an article in The Guardian all about 90s boy bands. Plus – Miranda corroborates The Times’ claim that young people would rather electrocute themselves than be bored.

Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Natasha Devon and comedian Gráinne Maguire.

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Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Simon Williams. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Miranda has questions about Musk’s new job in Trump’s administration. Athena dives into The Guardian’s reviews of Gladiator 2 and Paddington but ends up just wanting to talk about Denzel Washington. Plus, The Times has a harrowing tale about moths that Zing finds all too relatable. 

Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Zing Tsjeng and comedian Athena Kogblenu. 

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Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Jade Bailey. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production 

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: Moana wasn’t included in The Times' top 20 animated movies and Jonn and Jacob aren’t happy. Meanwhile, Jarv and Marcus try to get their head around The Telegraph’s new office etiquette guide. Plus – Do you want to know 15 facts about Ironing? Grainne, Natasha and Miranda have you sorted.  

Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalists Jonn Elledge, Jacob Jarvis and Natasha Devon plus comedians Grainne Maguire, Jacob Hawley and Marcus Brigstocke.

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Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Jade Bailey. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production 

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We read the papers so you don’t have to. Today: The Guardian details Starmer’s Trump backup plan and Coco has the inside scoop. Meanwhile, The Daily Mail has uncovered a new TikTok trend that’s got Jacob fearing he might be a ‘dark empath.’ Plus – Miranda’s written all about the ’90s fashion revival in The Times, so of course, we’re talking about it. 

Miranda Sawyer is joined by journalist Coco Khan and comedian Jacob Hawley.

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Written and presented by Miranda Sawyer. Audio production: Jade Bailey. Production. Liam Tait. Design: James Parrett. Music: Simon Williams. Managing Editor: Jacob Jarvis. Exec Producer: Martin Bojtos. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. PAPER CUTS is a Podmasters Production

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