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Over The Top Under The Radar

The Chris Kaba controversy, Elon Musk's Playbook and Labour's black hole

Ep. 26

In this episode of Over the Top, Under the Radar, Gary and Carys discuss riots in Martinique, Elon Musk's lottery, the black hole in UK public finances and the media portrayal of Chris Kaba. Plus!- Mariah Carey owning winter, Rudy Giuliani being owned and the consequences of giving Paddington a passport.


Over The Top Under The Radar is back for a special LIVE event this Christmas! Join Carys, Gary and a special guest at the Bernie Grant Arts Centre, London on December 11th. Tickets available here


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