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Hilarious, totally-irreverent, near-slanderous political quiz show, based mainly on news stories from the last week or so, that leaves no party, personality or action unscathed in pursuit of laughs.
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Checked Sep 3, 2026
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Hilarious, totally-irreverent, near-slanderous political quiz show, based mainly on news stories from the last week or so, that leaves no party, personality or action unscathed in pursuit of laughs.
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Episode 1
The return of the popular news quiz sees regular team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton joined by guest host Fern Britton and guest panellists Tom Bradby and Mark Steel.
Guest stars Mark Steel, Fern Britton, Tom Bradby
Episode 2
Another edition of the popular news quiz, with team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton, guest host Alexander Armstrong and guest panellists Kevin Maguire and Frank Skinner.
Guest stars Alexander Armstrong, Frank Skinner, Kevin Maguire
Episode 3
Tom Baker hosts the popular news quiz, with team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop joined by guest panellists, including Chris Addison.
Guest stars Chris Addison, Tom Baker, Vince Cable
Episode 4
Satirical news quiz. Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are joined by guest panellists Toby Young and Reginald D Hunter and guest host Jo Brand.
Guest stars Reginald D. Hunter, Toby Young, Jo Brand
Episode 5
Popular news quiz. Team captains Frank Skinner and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Jack Dee and guest panellists Miranda Hart and Quentin Letts.
Guest stars Jack Dee, Quentin Letts, Miranda Hart, Frank Skinner
Episode 6
Popular news quiz featuring team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop, joined by guest host Al Murray and guest panellists Germaine Greer and Mark Watson.
Guest stars Germaine Greer, Al Murray, Mark Watson
Episode 7
Team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined for another edition of the popular news quiz by guest host David Mitchell, and panellists Andy Hamilton and Sarah Millican.
Guest stars Andy Hamilton, David Mitchell, Sarah Millican
Episode 8
Another edition of the popular news quiz, with guest panellists Ken Livingstone, former Mayor of London, and comedienne Katy Brand joining Ian Hislop, Paul Merton and guest presenter Jerry Springer.
Guest stars Ken Livingstone, Jerry Springer, Katy Brand
Episode 9
Another edition of the popular news quiz with guest panellists joining Ian Hislop, Paul Merton and guest host Jeremy Clarkson.
Guest stars Jeremy Clarkson, Ed Byrne, Charles Kennedy
Episode 10
Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are joined by guest host Alexander Armstrong and guest panellists for a festive edition of the topical panel show.
Guest stars Alexander Armstrong, Frank Skinner, Noddy Holder
Episode information updated Sep 3, 2026
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Angus DeaytonSelf - Host
Ian HislopSelf - Team Captain
Paul MertonSelf - Team Captain
Ken LivingstoneSelf
David TennantSelf - Host
Richard AyoadeSelf - Host
Alexander ArmstrongSelf
Ross NobleSelf - Guest Captain
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