TV series
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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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
Clive Myrie is host, with comedian Jon Richardson and journalist Marianna Spring joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Clive Myrie, Jon Richardson, Marianna Spring
Episode 2
Professor Hannah Fry is host, with guest panellists comedian Zoe Lyons and doctor and comedian Ed Patrick joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Zoe Lyons, Hannah Fry, Ed Patrick
Episode 3
Alexander Armstrong is host, with guest panellists comedians Jo Brand and Munya Chawawa joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Jo Brand, Alexander Armstrong, Munya Chawawa
Episode 4
Martin Lewis is host, with guest panellists comedian Ignacio Lopez and broadcaster Steph McGovern joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Martin Lewis, Steph McGovern, Ignacio Lopez
Episode 5
A guest host with panellists journalist Lyse Doucet and comedian Chloe Petts joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Martin Clunes, Chloe Petts, Lyse Doucet
Episode 6
Bill Bailey is host with guest panellists comedian Daliso Chaponda and journalist Helen Lewis joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Bill Bailey, Helen Lewis, Daliso Chaponda
Episode 7
Jason Manford is host, with panellists Jess Phillips MP and comedian Glenn Moore joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop.
Guest stars Jason Manford, Jess Phillips, Glenn Moore
Episode 8
Phil Wang is host, with guest panellists Baroness Ruth Davidson and writer and broadcaster Richard Osman joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Phil Wang, Richard Osman, Ruth Davidson
Episode 9
Victoria Coren Mitchell is host, with guest panellists comedian Chris McCausland and journalist Sophy Ridge joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Chris McCausland, Victoria Coren Mitchell, Sophy Ridge
Episode 10
Alex Horne is host, with guest panellists comedian Jack Dee and broadcaster Carol Vorderman joining team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop as they delve into the news.
Guest stars Alex Horne, Carol Vorderman, Jack Dee
Episode information updated Jul 24, 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 - Host
Ross NobleSelf
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