Good News Week (1996-2012)
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Good News Week is a satirical news based comedy quiz show hosted by former "Doug Anthony All-Stars" member Paul McDermott with co-hosts Mikey Robbins and Julie McCrossin (and later Wendy Hooper). It features the two co-hosts and four guest panelists on opposing teams of three players engaging in comedic games relevant to news stories of the week.
Networks
Scheduleevery Monday at 20:30 (60 min)
Recent Episodes
| Episode | Name | Airdate |
|---|---|---|
| S09E12 | Episode 12 - The Final Farewell Tour | Apr 28, 2012 |
| S09E11 | Episode 11 | May 9, 2011 |
| S09E10 | Episode 10 | Apr 18, 2011 |
| S09E09 | Episode 9 | Apr 11, 2011 |
| S09E08 | Episode 8 | Mar 28, 2011 |
Frequently Asked Questions Warning: Spoilers
When did 'Good News Week' premiere?
'Good News Week' premiered on April 15, 1996.
Who were the original hosts of 'Good News Week'?
The original hosts of 'Good News Week' were Paul McDermott, Mikey Robins, and Julie McCrossin.
What was the format of 'Good News Week'?
'Good News Week' was a comedy panel show that featured celebrity guests discussing current events and popular culture.
Which Australian comedy group was associated with 'Good News Week'?
The Doug Anthony All Stars, an Australian comedy group, was associated with 'Good News Week'.
What was the main objective of 'Good News Week'?
The main objective of 'Good News Week' was to provide a satirical take on news and current affairs.
Who were the regular team captains on 'Good News Week'?
The regular team captains on 'Good News Week' were Mikey Robins and Claire Hooper.
Which popular segment of 'Good News Week' featured Paul McDermott singing improvised songs?
The popular segment of 'Good News Week' that featured Paul McDermott singing improvised songs was called "The Closing Theme".
Which international stars appeared as guests on 'Good News Week'?
'Good News Week' had numerous international stars as guests, including Alec Baldwin, David Bowie, and John Cleese.
What was the running time of each episode of 'Good News Week'?
Each episode of 'Good News Week' had a running time of approximately 30 minutes.
Which Australian band composed the theme song for 'Good News Week'?
The Australian band TISM composed the theme song for 'Good News Week'.
What was the significance of the "Glass House" segment on 'Good News Week'?
The "Glass House" segment on 'Good News Week' allowed the panelists to give their opinions on various topics in a humorous manner.
Which popular Australian comedian made regular appearances on 'Good News Week'?
The popular Australian comedian Adam Hills made regular appearances on 'Good News Week'.
What was the highest-rated episode of 'Good News Week'?
The highest-rated episode of 'Good News Week' had an audience of over 2 million viewers.
How many different segments were featured in each episode of 'Good News Week'?
Each episode of 'Good News Week' featured around five different segments, including panel discussions, comedy sketches, and musical performances.
What was the inspiration behind the creation of 'Good News Week'?
'Good News Week' was inspired by the British comedy panel show 'Have I Got News for You'.
Which Australian television network aired 'Good News Week'?
'Good News Week' was aired on the Australian television network ABC.
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