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  • 6. Has Paul joined TikTok?

    September 21, 2026 · 29 min

    For the final episode of the series Gyles takes on main character energy, Rachel explains why she can't start her day without a full English breakfast, Lucy warns us about the curse and we find out if Paul has finally joined TikTok. Also…

  • 5. How to win at rock, paper, scissors

    September 14, 2026 · 29 min

    We're keeping Paul on his toes with the subject Peter Piper Picked a Peck of Pickled Peppers. Catherine explains why learning board game rules aren't for her, plus Paterson and Zoe take on subjects like the ghost that's haunting my house…

  • 4. "The left-hand area"

    September 7, 2026 · 29 min

    Our players have to tackle subjects like 'I'd make a terrible Traitor', 'currying favour' and 'I can't go back to Buckingham Palace'. And, for a treat, we get to hear Julian's pitch to be the next James Bond. Host: Sue Perkins Players…

  • 3. The fourth rule of Just a Minute

    August 31, 2026 · 28 min

    The subjects this week include: my most useless superpower, the art of napping and if I were Harry Styles for a day. Plus, Zoe gives her best shot at what it's like to be in an Agatha Christie. Host: Sue Perkins Players: Paul Merton, Zoe…

  • 2. "Well she had me fooled"

    August 24, 2026 · 28 min

    Players take on subjects including: No worries if not!, I got off scot free and what's the big deal about Toy Story? Plus we get a taste of Julian's best Claire Sweeney impression. Host: Sue Perkins Players: Tony Hawks, Desiree Burch…

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  • 1. How much wood would a woodchuck chuck?

    August 17, 2026 · 28 min

    We're back with a bang this week with some of our toughest subjects to date. They include my advice for a blind date, I refuse to go back to..., and the last time I made a citizen's arrest. Plus who makes the classic repetition mistake of…

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

    March 9, 2026 · 29 min

    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…

  • 5. That's a real headscratcher

    March 2, 2026 · 28 min

    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…

  • 4. Do you remember the programme Changing Rooms?

    February 23, 2026 · 28 min

    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…

  • 3. Do I need to repeat myself?

    February 16, 2026 · 29 min

    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…

  • 2. I’ve never seen anything like it!

    February 9, 2026 · 28 min

    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…

  • 1. The best curry in Bradford

    February 2, 2026 · 28 min

    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…

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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