About this season
Russell Brand's Ponderland is a BAFTA nominated comedy on the British television station Channel 4, presented by comedian and actor Russell Brand. The show consists largely of Brand giving a series of monologues in a stand-up style, interspersed with old television and video footage. Reruns of the show are often shown on Channel 4's sister channel 4music.
Episodes (6)
1. Pets
Aired 30 October 2008 • 30 min
Russell delves into the world of pets and uncovers a human obsession fraught with confusion. Meet the lady abused by her religious horse, and is it really possible to learn Kung Fu from a lion?
2. Family
Aired 6 November 2008 • 30 min
A chance to see Russell at his spontaneous best with more unusual perspectives on diverse themes. In tonight's episode, Russell offers an alternative insight into the world of family. Meet the 12-year-old boy in control of an entire family, the father who treats his eight-year-old like a mate, and quite simply the worst example of parenting ever.
3. Education
Aired 13 November 2008 • 30 min
In this episode Russell ponders the theme of education along with questionable parenting.
4. Food
Aired 20 November 2008 • 30 min
Discover why lasagna can fuck off, the best cheeses in England, racism lessons from penguins, eating cocks, and a weirdo who picks up rubbish to make more rubbish.
5. Class
Aired 27 November 2008 • 30 min
Russell delves into the classic British obsession with class. No stone is left unturned as Russell ponders the romance of the working classes, the impact of the National Lottery and the surprising pleasures of hunting.
6. Christmas
Aired 21 December 2008 • 30 min
Russell Brand holds forth on all that is Christmas in this special episode, pondering the concept of Santa Claus and the requirements for playing the role.