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Do you remember the classic comedies *Yes, Minister* and *Yes, Prime Minister* with bilingual subtitles that thrilled netizens in 2007? In the 1980s, they were all the rage across the UK, especially in political circles, with their wit, humor, and satirical comedy far surpassing the "British De Yun Society"-like debates in the House of Commons. Over three decades, two of the original lead actors have passed away, and the corridors of Whitehall have seen numerous changes. In *The Thick of It*, characters like Malcolm Tucker, the Spin Doctor, have become the new power players on Downing Street in the 21st century. Against today's political backdrop, does the chaotic yet elegant, sharp-tongued yet bureaucratic atmosphere of the past still exist? How many timely jokes are waiting to be told? This time, the original writers, Antony Jay and Jonathan Lynn, have reunited to bring back the trio of Hacker, Humphrey, and Bernard to the year 2013, placing them amidst the European debt crisis, energy trading, the Scottish referendum, and Middle Eastern diplomacy, among other issues, to create a new six-episode story. After production, the BBC initially showed interest, but the writers confidently declined their request for a pilot episode and instead handed it over to the comedy channel GOLD on UKTV. Whether you're reminiscing about the sparks of the three old-time actors or looking forward to this new political comedy that claims to be "the second most boring in history," on January 15, 2013, join us at Whitehall with the Bear of Bad Dreams to hear this significant "Yes, Prime Minister."