The Russell Howard Hour

Overview
Russell Howard delivers his distinctive perspective on the latest news and events from both the UK and around the world. Each episode dives into significant stories, blending insightful commentary with humor. Alongside a lineup of celebrity guests and expert voices, Howard includes fresh talent from emerging global correspondents. The show also features stand-up segments, highlighting some of the most promising and entertaining comedians on the scene. With a mix of wit and wisdom, Russell Howard navigates the week’s happenings in an engaging and entertaining manner.
Episodes
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Episode 1
Russell reflects on a week where a clumsy terrorist plot on the Tube mostly fizzled out. He then addresses the children of the world with some thought...
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Episode 2
Russell Howard takes aim at the chaos of current events, skewering Uber, Donald Trump, and Kim Jong-un with his trademark wit. He then sits down for a...
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Episode 3
Russell offers his sharp take on today’s headlines, skewering the absurdity of the news cycle with his signature wit. He sits down with actor and co...
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Episode 4
Russell offers his sharp, witty take on today’s headlines, skewering the absurdity of the news cycle before sitting down with Richard Branson for an...
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Episode 5
Russell offers his own spin on the week's headlines, poking fun at the chaos of the news cycle before sitting down for a chat with journalist and pres...
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Episode 6
Russell sits down with singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran for a conversation. Later, Rob Auton takes the stage with a performance.
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Episode 7
Russell takes a humorous jab at the chaos of current events while engaging in a deep conversation about the Ku Klux Klan with blues artist Daryl Davis...
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Episode 8
Russell takes a humorous look at the chaos of current events while engaging in a conversation with activist and author Harry Leslie Smith. The episode...
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Episode 9
Russell takes a humorous jab at the chaos in the news as he engages in conversation with Canadian author, social activist, and filmmaker Naomi Klein. ...
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Episode 10
Russell dives into the chaos of current events with his signature humor while chatting about philanthropy with Manchester United's own Juan Mata. The ...
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Episode 11
Russell welcomes the talented comedian Roisin Conaty, known for her award-winning performances. The episode also features stand-up comedy from Fern Br...
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Episode 12
Russell catches up with award-winning comedian Sarah Millican for a chat, followed by a stand-up set from Mae Martin.
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Episode 13
Russell sits down for a conversation with celebrity chef Jamie Oliver, discussing food, fame, and the kitchen. Later, comedian Ed Gamble takes the sta...
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The Russell Howard Christmas Hour
This week, Russell welcomes comedian John Oliver for his first UK television appearance since 2006.
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Episode 1
Title: Episode 1 Plot: Russell makes his comeback, taking a humorous jab at the chaos of current events. He engages in a thought-provoking discussi...
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Episode 2
Russell takes a satirical swing at the absurdity of today’s headlines, then sits down for a chat with Alesha Dixon. Later, he and Jimmy Carr give Ch...
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Episode 3
Russell Howard kicks off the show, bringing on the one and only Louis Theroux to share his signature perspective on another chaotic week in the headli...
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Episode 4
Russell Howard sits down with Derren Brown to discuss his latest Netflix series, *Sacrifice*, before braving an icy encounter alongside Paul Chowdhry,...
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Episode 5
Russell dives headfirst into the chaos of the week's headlines, skewering the absurdity of the news cycle. He sits down with comedian Michelle Wolf to...
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Episode 6
Russell takes part in a spiritual healing session alongside Roisin Conaty, seeking some inner calm and clarity. He also sits down for a conversation w...
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The Russell Howard Christmas Hour
What a year it has been! With everything from royal weddings to Brexit, 2018 was full of surprises. Join Russell and a special guest as they reflect o...
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Episode 8
Russell sits down with Rob Delaney for a heartfelt and candid conversation this week. He also explores the world of bungee dance alongside Jessica Kna...
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Episode 9
Russell Howard sits down with Will Poulter for a candid chat, then tackles the tricky topic of free speech with his usual wit. Later, he drags a reluc...
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Episode 10
Russell dives into the latest headlines, then sits down with Mark Prince, a powerful voice in the fight against knife crime. After that, he picks up a...
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Episode 11
Russell Howard chats with author Jon Ronson about the strange and surprising realities of the porn industry. Then, he tries his hand—and his balance...
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Episode 12
Russell sits down for a chat with documentary filmmaker Stacey Dooley, then steps into the ring for a playful showdown with comedian Joe Lycett.
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Episode 13
Russell dives headfirst into the ridiculousness of today's news, shares a lively chat with British film icon Richard Curtis, and takes a quirky trip t...
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Episode 14
Russell takes a humorous look at the week's headlines, then sits down for a chat with comedy legend Stephen Merchant. After that, he grabs a ball and ...
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Episode 1
Russell dives into the chaos of current events with his signature humor, engaging in a lively conversation with Ant Middleton, a former soldier who ha...
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Episode 2
Russell Howard sits down for a conversation with Tyson Fury and then takes to the skies on a flyboarding adventure alongside Jon Richardson.
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Episode 3
Russell engages in a conversation with fashion influencer Sinéad Burke, exploring her insights and experiences. He also sits down with film director ...
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Episode 4
Russell delves into the whirlwind of political turmoil, engages in a conversation with renowned cult filmmaker Kevin Smith, and enjoys a night out at ...
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Episode 5
Russell engages in a conversation with renowned journalist Carole Cadwalladr and enjoys a unique hot tug experience with Tan France from Queer Eye.
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The Russell Howard Election Hour
Russell Howard hosts a special episode centered around the 2019 General Election. During the show, he engages in a conversation with David Baddiel abo...
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The Russell Howard Christmas Hour
Title: The Russell Howard Christmas Special Plot: In this festive episode, Russell Howard reflects on the past ten years while engaging in a lively c...
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Episode 8
Title: Episode 8 Plot: In this episode, Russell dives into the topic of Megxit, engaging in a conversation with Jamali Maddix about his experiences w...
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Episode 9
Russell takes a look at the latest news of the week and engages in a conversation with journalist Iman Amrani about the topic of 'modern masculinity.'...
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Episode 11
Title: Episode 11 Plot: In this episode, Russell delves into the highlights of the past week’s news. He sits down with comedian Guz Khan to discuss...
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Episode 12
Russell takes a look at the news from the past week, has a conversation with former Blue Peter host and children's writer Konnie Huq, and enjoys a can...
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Episode 13
Russell engages in a conversation with Eni Aluko, reflecting on her groundbreaking achievements in football, and also catches up with Kerry Godliman f...
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Episode 14
Russell Howard takes a look at the latest news while sitting down with Daisy Haggard, the lead in the new sitcom Breeders. Additionally, Joe Wilkinson...
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Episode 1
Russell explores the concept of the 'new normal' and engages with Emmy Award-winning satirist John Oliver to address viewer questions, all while refle...
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Episode 2
Russell dives into the newly introduced 'rule of six,' engages in a conversation with the Grime queen, Lady Leshurr, and reflects on valuable Life Les...
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Episode 3
Russell Howard welcomes the acclaimed journalist and author Elizabeth Day as his guest.
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Episode 4
Kevin Bridges steps up to tackle the Your Questions segment, while Jessica Brown Findlay sits down with Russell for an engaging conversation.
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Episode 5
Russell engages in a conversation with Mo Gilligan about his latest documentary, Black, British And Funny. The episode also features a stand-up perfor...
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Episode 6
Russell explores the current coronavirus guidelines in his area, engages with Taskmaster's Greg Davies and Alex Horne during a Q&A session, and has a ...
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Episode 7
Russell explores the recent tightening of local government regulations while engaging in a conversation with comedian Rosie Jones about her experience...
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Episode 8
Russell reflects on the chaos in our society while honoring Marcus Rashford's initiative for free school meals. He also engages in a conversation with...
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The Russell Howard US Election Hour
Russell Howard takes the reins to explore the aftermath of the 2020 US Presidential Election, engaging in conversation with Brian Blessed.
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Episode 10
Russell observes the chaos surrounding us and engages in a conversation with Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey, delving into the intrica...
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Episode 11
Russell takes a closer look at our society, delving into the Christmas COVID guidelines and the claims of election fraud in the U.S. He also has a con...
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Episode 12
Title: Episode 12 Plot: In this episode, Russell explores the latest developments surrounding the coronavirus vaccine. He sits down for an engaging c...
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Episode 13
Russell marks the occasion of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, engaging in conversation with former football star Jamie Redknapp and comedian Matt Forde ...
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The Russell Howard Christmas Hour
In this festive special, Russell Howard revisits the year's most memorable highlights while engaging in conversation with Joel Dommett and Matt Lucas....
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Deadly Doses
A confused 34-year-old man, stained with blood, appears at a woman’s doorstep before disappearing. He is later discovered lifeless in a nearby woode...
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Twist of Fate
A 62-year-old man is discovered in a motel parking lot with serious facial injuries, but he cannot recall what happened to him. After several weeks in...
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Shock to the System
A 60-year-old basketball coach is discovered dead in his home after being absent from work for a week. Despite having no notable medical issues, Dr. G...
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How Not to Die: A Dr. G Special
In this unique episode inspired by her book, How Not to Die: Surprising Lessons on Living Longer, Safer, and Healthier, Dr. G reveals the five leading...
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In the Dead of Night
A 49-year-old man, known for his heavy drinking, is discovered dead, suspended by his pants from a neighbor's fence. While authorities suspect it to b...
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Twin Terror
A 69-year-old man is discovered slumped over a footbridge railing, having suffered a gunshot wound to the back of his head. A firearm is located in a ...
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Deadly Lovers Quarrel
A mother discovers her three-year-old son unresponsive in bed. She explains that two days earlier, she had administered acetaminophen for his stomach ...
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Once Bitten
A 42-year-old woman with diabetes passes away at home while recuperating from a dental procedure. After her sister administers treatment for low blood...
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Under The Knife
A 39-year-old woman is discovered lifeless on her apartment floor by her grandmother, who insists that her granddaughter had no history of substance a...
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Deadly Encounter
A young boy, just 10 years old, is discovered lifeless on his bedroom floor. Dr. Norma Jean Farley, a fellow of Dr. G, steps forward to take on the ca...
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Unlikely Suspects
In a swamp, two garbage bags are discovered, revealing the dismembered remains of a 27-year-old man who had been reported missing. He was last seen he...
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How Not To Die
A young girl discovers her 35-year-old father lifeless on the couch. There are no medical records to explain his death, but his family suspects contam...
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Degrees of Death
A 43-year-old man is discovered lifeless in his bed after taking a nap at his parents' home. He had multiple health issues, such as severe obesity, hy...
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Lethal Intake
A 29-year-old man passes away after enduring three days of severe nausea and vomiting. Before his death, he confided in his sister that he suspected f...
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Episode 1
Russell makes a comeback to express his opinions on the newly appointed Prime Minister, Liz Truss, while Jamali Maddix takes the stage to deliver a st...
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Deadly Remedies
A four-month-old infant is discovered lifeless in his crib. Dr. G faces the challenging task of uncovering the cause of this tragic death, while also ...
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Episode 2
Russell Howard explores the various ways the country honored Queen Elizabeth II's legacy. The episode also features a stand-up performance by Fern Bra...
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False Impressions
A 78-year-old grandfather visiting his family unexpectedly falls on the sidewalk. Initially, he appears to be okay, but hours later, he suddenly colla...
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Episode 3
Russell explores the mini-budget, the issue of chess cheating, and discusses Putin. He also engages with children about Ukraine in a segment called Pl...
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Hidden Hazards
A four-month-old infant is discovered unresponsive in his crib and sadly cannot be revived at the hospital. Dr. G must delve into the potential for ch...
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Episode 4
Title: Episode 4 Plot: Russell passionately criticizes Liz Truss's financial strategies during the Conservative Party conference. Meanwhile, the yo...
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Deadly Decisions
A mysterious woman is discovered violently slain beside the road. As Dr. G works to determine the cause of death, she must also gather crucial evidenc...
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Episode 5
Russell reflects on the week's headlines, covering the electricity shortage, calls for a new Prime Minister, and the protests in Iran. The episode als...
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Episode 6
Russell criticizes Liz Truss's tumultuous tenure as Prime Minister and takes aim at Qatar's plans for the World Cup. The episode also features a speci...
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Episode 7
Greta Thunberg, the passionate environmental activist, comes into the studio to join Russell for a discussion.
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Episode 8
Russell delves into the concept of greenwashing, shedding light on its implications, before bringing on guest stand-up comedian Kiri Pritchard-McLean ...
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Episode 9
Russell talks about the recent attempt to egg King Charles, shares insights on the US midterm elections, and addresses the issue of food waste. The ep...
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The Russell Howard Christmas Hour
Russell Howard is back for his annual Christmas special, looking back on a year that’s been anything but ordinary. Making his first TV appearance in...