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Daily Record
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty loses it live on air as co-star forced to take over
On Thursday's instalment of BBC Breakfast Naga Munchetty could not control her laughter as co-star Charlie Stayt had to step in and take over. BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty was left in fits of laughter during Thursday morning's show, prompting her co-host Charlie Stayt to step in and keep her on track. The humorous moment unfolded as the two BBC presenters were introducing bestselling author Adam Kay, who joined them to discuss his latest book. As Naga attempted to announce the title of the book, she appeared to stumble over the pronunciation, leading to a light-hearted exchange between the two presenters and a load of laughter in the studio. Charlie began the segment by introducing the guest, saying: "Having worked as a doctor, Adam Kay often draws on medical themes for his comedy and writing. His latest feature book aimed at children is no different." Naga then attempted to take over, starting to read the title: "Simon Gets Sneezed-" but quickly trailed off mid-sentence. The BBC presenter appeared to struggle with the phrasing and couldn't quite get her head around the title, causing her to burst out laughing on live TV, the Express reports. Still laughing, she made another attempt to pronounce the title correctly, but was once again unsuccessful. At that point, Charlie amused by the whole situation jumped in to help, laughing as he encouraged her: "Have another go!" As Naga continued to struggle with the book title, the sound of laughter could be heard from off camera, with author Adam giggling and clearly amused by the whole ordeal. Seeing the funny side herself Naga accepted defeat, saying: "Adam, can you just do it?!" When the camera finally focused on Adam he took the opportunity to clearly introduce his book to viewers, announcing that it is called Simon Gets Sneezed. Poking fun at his co-star during the lighthearted moment, Charlie remarked with a smile: "You said it very nicely!" Naga still chuckling from the earlier mix up, quickly agreed and replied: "Yeah, you did." Naga took a moment to share more details about the children's book with BBC viewers, explaining that the story revolves around Simon, a cheeky piece of snot who lives inside someone's nose. She highlighted how the book brings a fun and imaginative perspective to learning about the human body. Adam then chimed in, adding: "This is my second picture book, for kids three to six sort of age, explainign how bits of the body work and what's more important than snot?!" As Charlie pointed out how fascinated young children are by snot, Adam agreed enthusiastically telling the two presenters that it's "important stuff" He then went on to explain: "You're immune system is there, it's stopping pollution getting in, it's stopping all these allergins. "So, we can explain some reasonably complicated things for children who are asking their grown-ups, who probably don't know the answers."
Daily Mirror
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty left in fits of laughter as co-star steps in
BBC Breakfast star Naga Munchetty was in hysterics as she tried to pronounce the title of a new children's book on Thursday's show. BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty had a hilarious moment on Thursday's episode when she struggled to pronounce the title of Adam Kay's new children's book, leading her co-host Charlie Stayt to chime in with lighthearted support. Commencing the interview segment, Charlie introduced: "Having worked as a doctor, Adam Kay often draws on medical themes for his comedy and writing. His latest feature book aimed at children is no different." Naga attempted to continue: "Simon Gets Sneezed-", but she paused mid-sentence, unable to complete the title before erupting into a fit of giggles. With laughter interrupting her attempts to proceed, Charlie decided to join the fun, encouraging her by saying: "Have another go!" Adam Kay, off-camera by this point, was heard chuckling at Naga's struggled attempts, prompting her to implore him: "Adam, can you just do it?!" When Adam appeared on camera, he graciously informed the viewers that his book is entitled Simon Gets Sneezed, reports the Express. Charlie couldn't resist teasing Naga, as he commented: "You said it very nicely!" to which Naga added: "Yeah, you did." Naga then offered more insight into the children's book, detailing how Simon, the titular character, is a snot residing in a person's nose. Continuing the conversation, Adam explained: "This is my second picture book, for kids three to six sort of age, explaining how bits of the body work and what's more important than snot?!" Following Charlie's observation that young children often find snot fascinating, Adam stressed its significance to the show's presenters. He elaborated: "You're immune system is there, it's stopping pollution getting in, it's stopping all these allergens. "So, we can explain some reasonably complicated things for children who are asking their grown-ups, who probably don't know the answers."
The Irish Sun
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
From mysteries to a genius doctor and robots, ten great children's books to thrill your kids this half term
THERE is nothing like getting stuck into a good book in the holidays, no matter your age. But research has found Advertisement 11 There is nothing like getting stuck into a good book in the holidays, no matter your age Credit: Getty That is despite the National Literacy Trust studies showing reading for pleasure benefits empathy, confidence and wellbeing. Children's author Adam Kay, whose new book Simon Gets Sneezed comes out in July, told The Sun: 'Not only does a love of books award you a lifelong membership to an infinite world of stories and adventure, reading for pleasure is crucially important for children. 'It literally improves the development of their brains: from speech and language to memory and attention.' So here, books editor Veronica Lorraine brings you ten of the best new children's books for half term. Advertisement Read More on Fabulous Puppy's Wobbly Bottom by Kit Frost JOIN Puppy and friends for a colourful, fun and hilarious rhyming adventure – can you follow the actions and do the Wobbly Bottom dance? (Farshore, Preschoolers, £6.99) 11 Puppy's Wobbly Bottom by Kit Frost Credit: Supplied Oh No, Flo! by Catherine Cawthorne FARMER does all the jobs on the farm, and she does them perfectly. Advertisement When Farmer falls ill, her loyal sheepdog Flo must come to the rescue. Most read in Fabulous 11 Oh No, Flo! by Catherine Cawthorne is about Farmer and her dog Credit: Supplied (Templar books, age 3+, £7.99) Sleep Tight Disgusting Blob by Huw Aaron A DELIGHTFULLY disgusting, utterly unique rhyming tale. Advertisement Man starts personalised children's books company after being made redundant and it's expected to turn over £1.3 million this year It's bedtime for Blob, although they just might need some persuading . . . 11 Sleep Tight Disgusting Blob by Huw Aaron is a delightfully disgusting, utterly unique rhyming tale Credit: Supplied (Puffin, age 3-7, £7.99) Dadbot by Jack Noel FULL of robots, puns and dastardly dad-napping, this hilarious graphic novel series is perfect for fans of Bunny Vs Monkey and reluctant readers. Advertisement (Piccadilly Press, age 7+, £8.99) 11 Dadbot by Jack Noel is a graphic novel full of robots, puns and dastardly dad-napping Credit: Supplied Beano Betty And The Yeti by Hugh Raine BETTY isn't supposed to have a yeti living in her room, but what the grown-ups don't now won't hurt them? Will it end in disaster or will Betty and the Yeti become friends? Advertisement 11 Beano Betty And The Yeti by Hugh Raine Credit: Supplied (Farshore, age 6+, £9.99) Dexter Procter, The 10-Year-Old Doctor, by Adam Kay DEXTER started speaking at four seconds old. By the age of three, he had 87 A-levels. Advertisement 11 Dexter Procter, The 10-Year-Old Doctor, by Adam Kay Credit: Supplied And by ten, he was working as a paediatrician at the hospital. (Puffin, age 6+, £7.99) Words Can Fly by Donna Ashworth POETRY collection serves as a compassionate guide through the journey of childhood, crafted with wisdom and warmth by the author. Advertisement (Templar Books, age 7+, £16.99) 11 Words Can Fly by Donna Ashworth is a poetry collection that serves as a compassionate guide through the journey of childhood Credit: Supplied Serial Chillers: The Witch In The Woods by Jennifer Killick HAZARD is an ordinary town where strangeness is a way of life. When Travis, Zayd, Siline and Danielle start a school project, it changes everything. Advertisement 11 Serial Chillers: The Witch In The Woods by Jennifer Killick Credit: Supplied (Farshore, age 9+, £7.99) Heir Of Storms by Lauryn Hamilton Murray BLAZE, a Rain Singer, is born into one of the most powerful fire-wielding families in the empire. Then she is thrust into battle – and the limelight. Advertisement 11 Heir Of Storms is about Blaze who is born into one of the most powerful fire-wielding families in the empire Credit: Supplied (Penguin, Young Adult, £9.99) Rival Darling by Alexandra Moody VIOLET is left heartbroken by the captain of the ice hockey team and vows never to date a jock again. Then meets the captain of the Ransom Devils… Advertisement 11 Violet is left heartbroken by the captain of the ice hockey team and vows never to date a jock again in Rival Darling Credit: Supplied (Electric Monkey, YA, £9.99)
