Just a Minute Just a Minute

1. How much wood would a woodchuck chuck?

Aug 17, 2026 · 28m

Summary

Host Sue Perkins welcomes guests Paul Merton, Lucy Porter, Giles Brandreth, and Rachel Paris for a game of Just a Minute. The panel attempts to speak for 60 seconds on topics like blind dates, teething problems, and Sherlock Holmes without hesitating, repeating, or deviating. The episode features witty banter, strategic challenges, and humorous anecdotes, culminating in Giles Brandreth winning the tightly contested match.

Topics discussed

Sponsors and show introduction Round 1: Advice for a blind date Round 1: Teething problems Round 1: I refuse to go back to... Round 1: The last time I made a citizen's arrest Ad break and podcast promo Round 2: I channeled my inner Sherlock Holmes Round 2: How much wood would a woodchuck chuck Round 2: My phone knows too much about me Round 3: Sorry to bother you Final round: I couldn't believe what Sue Perkins said about Final scores and winner announcement Outro and podcast promotions
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