The Ranganation

Romesh Ranganathan mulls over the week's most entertaining news with celebrity guests, his mum and his very own rambunctious focus group, the Ranganation.

Romesh is joined virtually by his hand-picked focus group, the Ranganation - 20 loveable, outspoken characters, representing a cross-section of modern Britain, who give Romesh their take on a number of topical areas, sharing their own experiences along the way. Celebrity guests are also on hand to use the Ranganation as a sounding board and give their own take on the subjects covered. Together, they take a humorous look at the week's biggest talking points, from front-page news to trending topics, helping the nation to navigate their way through these tricky times.

Jo Brand and Rob Beckett join the Ranganation to discuss lockdown snacks, "essential" businesses worldwide, and a Phil Collins drumming challenge.

This week, Romesh will be joined virtually by Aisling Bea and Jason Manford.

This week, Romesh will be joined - virtually - by Paloma Faith and Tom Allen.

Romesh Ranganathan hosts a topical comedy show from isolation, in which a diverse group of 25 members of the public drawn from all walks of life are invited to share their thoughts on the state of modern Britain today. Romesh and his outspoken and passionate focus group will be joined in the studio by a selection of celebrity guests.