The Russell Howard Hour
Russell Howard offers his unique take on the week's news and current affairs, picking through the biggest UK and international stories, and offering a wise and worldly view on the globe's news. Along the way, he'll welcome celebrity guests and leading experts, as well as hear from fledgling global correspondents. Plus, there will be stand-up, too, as Russell showcases some of the comedy scene's finest and most exciting stars.
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Seasons
1.Episode 1
21-09-201745mRussell comments on a week in which there was a largely botched terrorist attack on the Tube; talks to the children of the world about Vladimir Putin; and interviews Labour MP Dian...
2.Episode 2
28-09-201745mUber, Trump and Kim Jong-un get the Russell Howard treatment as he mocks the madness of the news. He also chats to comedy writer Adam Kay.
3.Episode 3
05-10-201745mJoin Russell for his take on current affairs as he mocks the madness of the news and talks with actor and comedian Greg Davies. Stand-up from Desiree Burch.
4.Episode 4
12-10-201745mJoin Russell for his take on current affairs as he mocks the madness of the news and talks with Richard Branson. Stand-up from Phil Ellis.
5.Episode 5
19-10-201745mJoin Russell for his take on current affairs as he mocks the madness of the news and talks with newsreader and presenter Fiona Bruce. Anna Mann performs.
6.Episode 6
26-10-201745mRussell talks with singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran. Rob Auton performs.
7.Episode 7
02-11-201745mJoin Russell as he mocks the madness of the news and talks Ku Klux Klan with blues musician Daryl Davis. Musical comedy from Harry & Chris.
8.Episode 8
09-11-201745mJoin Russell as he mocks the madness of the news and talks to activist and writer Harry Leslie Smith. Stand-up from Paul Chowdhry.
9.Episode 9
16-11-201745mRussell mocks the madness of the news and talks to Canadian author, social activist and filmmaker Naomi Klein. Stand-up from Mo Gilligan.
10.Episode 10
23-11-201745mJoin Russell as he mocks the madness of the news and talks charity with Manchester United star Juan Mata. Stand-up from Julian Deane.
11.Episode 11
30-11-201745mRussell is joined by the award-winning comedian Roisin Conaty. Stand-up from Fern Brady.
12.Episode 12
07-12-201745mRussell talks to award-winning comedian Sarah Millican, and there's stand-up from Mae Martin.
13.Episode 13
14-12-201745mRussell talks to chef Jamie Oliver. Stand-up from Ed Gamble.
14.The Russell Howard Christmas Hour
21-12-201745mThis week, Russell is joined by comedian John Oliver, in his first British TV appearance since 2006.
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