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August 10, 2025 41 mins

In this episode of the "The Long and Short of It" podcast, hosts Short Man and Long Man dive into the chaos of booking a doctor's appointment within the NHS. Their humorous yet exasperated conversation highlights the challenges of securing timely medical care, comparing current frustrations with past experiences of familiar, personal doctors.

Moving from health systems to hypothetical high-speed getaways, they exchange thoughts on loyalty and self-preservation in risky situations. Through entertaining banter, they debate whether to help a fallen friend or escape to safety, inviting listeners to weigh in on this dilemma.

Touching on themes of societal change and personal responsibility, they discuss the possible future of AI in healthcare and everyday scenarios, all while keeping the conversation light-hearted and engaging. Finally, the duo revisits pop culture with a comparison of favourite Marvel characters, showcasing their camaraderie and comedic chemistry.

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