Just a Minute
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Just a Minute

BBC Radio 4

55 episodes

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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Sue Perkinspanel comedyPaul Mertonseries finalecomedy panelwordplayJulian Clarycomedypanel showimprovRadio 4full English breakfastTikTokimprovisationJames Bond

What listeners will find here

Main character energy, breakfast devotion, and the TikTok question
This final episode brings together Gyles Brandreth, Rachel Parris, Lucy Porter and Paul Merton for a lively mix of big personalities and running gags. Expect talk of main character energy, a passionate defense of the full English, a warning about a curse, and the long-awaited TikTok update.
Sue Perkins pits Paul Merton against pickled peppers and oddball prompts
This episode centers on the challenge of winning at rock, paper, scissors while throwing Paul Merton into a tongue-twisting subject: Peter Piper Picked a Peck of Pickled Peppers. Catherine Bohart, Paterson Joseph, and Zoe Lyons also tackle quirky prompts ranging from board game rules to a ghostly house and an autobiography title.
Julian Clary pitches Bond as Sue Perkins steers a mischievous panel game
This episode throws Julian Clary, Desiree Burch, Tony Hawks and Cariad Lloyd at prompts including “I’d make a terrible Traitor,” “currying favour” and “I can’t go back to Buckingham Palace.” It promises quick wit, playful confessions and a bonus detour into Julian’s bid to be the next James Bond.
Sue Perkins leads a playful round of odd talents, naps, and Harry Styles daydreams
This episode spins through subjects including a useless superpower, the art of napping, and what someone would do if they were Harry Styles for a day. With Sue Perkins hosting Paul Merton, Zoe Lyons, Catherine Bohart, and Paterson Joseph, it promises quick wit and imaginative turns, including Zoe tackling an Agatha Christie mood.
Sue Perkins and panelists spar over Toy Story, excuses, and a Claire Sweeney impression
This episode throws Tony Hawks, Desiree Burch, Cariad Lloyd, and Julian Clary into a mix of odd subjects, from “No worries if not!” to “I got off scot free” and the supposed big deal about Toy Story. It also promises a sample of Julian’s best Claire Sweeney impression.

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