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Radio 4,24 Sep 2026,28 mins

SeriesOmid Djalili: Namaste

3. The Outrage Machine

Stand-Up Specials

Available for over a year

Omid Djalili explores a world that's louder, angrier, and stranger than ever. From social media pile-ons to clickbait headlines and algorithm-fuelled arguments, modern life often feels powered by outrage. Omid Djalili explores why anger has become entertainment, why everyone suddenly seems like an expert, and what happens in a culture that rewards shouting over listening. A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4.

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