About this season
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.
Episodes (8)
1. Episode 1
Aired 22 October 2009 • 30 min
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.
2. Episode 2
Aired 29 October 2009 • 30 min
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.
3. Episode 3
Aired 5 November 2009 • 30 min
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.
4. Episode 4
Aired 12 November 2009 • 30 min
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.
5. Episode 5
Aired 19 November 2009 • 30 min
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!
6. Episode 6
Aired 26 November 2009 • 30 min
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.
7. Episode 7
Aired 3 December 2009 • 30 min
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.
8. The Best Of Russell Howard's Good News
Aired 10 December 2009 • 30 min
A chance to see some of the best bits from the last seven weeks, as well as some previously unseen material.