The Now Show
- Radio comedy / stand-up
- BBC Radio 4
- 1998 - 2024
- 466 episodes (64 series)
Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present a mix of stand-up, sketches and songs in this popular topical comedy show for Radio 4. Also features Jon Culshaw, Marcus Brigstocke, Jon Holmes, Mitch Benn, David Quantick and more.
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Series 26, Episode 6
As we head into 2009, Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis ask what lessons can be learned from 2008. This episode provides another chance to hear the best material from this year's Now Show. With help from Marcus Brigstocke, Jon Holmes, Laura Shavin and Mitch Benn.
Topics
The recession
Linconshire earthquake (Jon Holmes)
Products for men
French song (Mitch Benn song)
Global warming (Marcus Brigstocke)
Most trusted brands
Bonekickers drama (Jon Holmes)
TV chefs (Marcus Brigstocke)
The Olympics
Message to aliens (Mitch Benn song)
Broadcast details
- Date
- Friday 2nd January 2009
- Time
- 6:30pm
- Channel
- BBC Radio 4
- Length
- 30 minutes
Cast & crew
| Steve Punt | Host / Presenter |
| Hugh Dennis | Host / Presenter |
| Marcus Brigstocke | Self |
| Jon Holmes | Self |
| Mitch Benn | Self |
| Laura Shavin | Ensemble Actor |
| Steve Punt | Writer |
| Hugh Dennis | Writer |
| Marcus Brigstocke | Writer |
| Jon Holmes | Writer |
| Laura Shavin | Writer |
| Mitch Benn | Writer |
| Jane Lamacraft | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Stephen Carlin | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Carrie Quinlan | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Jon Hunter | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Nick Doody | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Paul Kerensa | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Paul Powell | Writer (Additional Material) |
| James Sherwood | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Lloyd Langford | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Simon Littlefield | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Neal Doran | Writer (Additional Material) |
| Ed Morrish | Producer |