Russell Howard's Good News

NR2009•30m•7.0/10

ComedyNews

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7.0/10(38)

Russell Howard offers his unique perspective on the big stories dominating all of our news outlets, from online and print to broadcast, as well as picking up on those sometimes overlooked things. He uses clips, sketches and studio guests to look at things that have made him smile during the week.

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Production

Avalon Television

Language

Status

Ended

First Aired

October 22, 2009

Last Aired

December 17, 2015

Networks

BBC Three, BBC Two

Where to Watch

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Episode 1

Air date: 2009-10-22

Topical news show hosted by comedian Russell Howard, who offers his unique perspective on the big stories dominating the media across TV, online and in print, as well as picking up on those sometimes overlooked things that make him smile.

Episode 2

Air date: 2009-10-29

Russell tells us what is bugging him this week - for example, why do we hunt foxes who just want a bit of chicken, but feed bread to ducks who use gang rape to procreate. Russell also meets the Witch-Finder General from the London Dungeon in the mystery guest segment.

Episode 3

Air date: 2009-11-05

More top internet clips and funniness from Russell Howard, including some Bonfire Night themed viral videos. In the extended-length repeat, Canadian comic Craig Campbell tells us what he likes about Britain.

Episode 4

Air date: 2009-11-12

Episode 5

Air date: 2009-11-19

Tonight on the show, Russell tries children's TV presenting, celebrates the Ashes return to TV and stands up for the rights of hungry ducks!

Episode 6

Air date: 2009-11-26

Episode 7

Air date: 2009-12-03

The Best Of Russell Howard's Good News

Air date: 2009-12-10

A chance to see some of the best bits from the last seven weeks, as well as some previously unseen material.