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The latest episode of the long-running news comedy show landed in Chicago, bringing quick wit, oddball headlines and a lively audience to the stage. With a familiar host, a steady scorekeeper, and a lineup of sharp panelists, the taping blended games, interviews and silly poetry into an hour of smart humor. Listen to the episode to catch every laugh and reported twist.
Who ran the show in Chicago
This edition featured Peter Sagal as emcee and Bill Kurtis keeping score and delivering verdicts. The panel included comedians and writers who riffed on current events. Together they guided listeners through trivia, tall tales and headline-based games.
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- Host: Peter Sagal
- Judge / Scorekeeper: Bill Kurtis
- Panelists: Tom Bodett, Josh Gondelman, Tig Notaro
- Not My Job Guest: Mychal Threets
Games that shaped the episode
The program mixed recurring segments with fresh twists. Each game leaned on recent headlines, wordplay and the panel’s quick reactions.
Bluff the Listener: three stories, one truth
Panelists presented three accounts tied to a recent news item. Only one story was true. The rest were clever decoys. The segment tests the audience’s ear and the panel’s ability to sell fiction.
Panel Questions: topical trivia and humor
Short-answer rounds pushed contestants to connect current affairs with comic timing. Topics ranged from pop culture to obscure policy quirks.
Limericks and rhyme for a laugh
Bill Kurtis read three limericks inspired by recent headlines. Each poem turned a news nugget into a punchline. Subjects included hands-free tech, pets and the trials of film students.
Lightning Fill in the Blank
A rapid-fire collection of short stories and headlines that didn’t fit elsewhere. The pace was fast and the jokes landed quickly.
Guest spotlight: Mychal Threets and “Not My Job”
The episode’s guest brought a playful energy and a surprising new role. Mychal Threets, a librarian and children’s book author, took part in a themed quiz that riffed on candy and flavor.
- Guest role: Not My Job
- Theme: A playful challenge about tasting the rainbow
- Format: Three questions tied to the candy brand
Threets’ answers mixed personal anecdotes with informed guesses. The segment balanced sincere curiosity and comic banter.
Memorable moments and standout lines
Several bits stood out for their cleverness and timing. Panelists sparred over which Super Bowl ad would spark conversation. They also debated small but amusing cultural puzzles.
- Friendly rivalry between two coffee-loving cities provided recurring jokes.
- A segment made light of government agencies by imagining them cuter and more approachable.
- Advice to “slurp your vegetables” became a running gag.
Episode structure and listener takeaways
The taping flowed from full-length interviews to quick rounds. Each element served the show’s mix of news literacy and comedy. Listeners who enjoy smart satire and conversational banter will find plenty to replay.
- Long-form guest segment for personality and depth
- Short, punchy games to keep momentum
- Poetry and quick-fire questions for variety
What to expect next week
Panelists closed by speculating about the upcoming Super Bowl commercials. Predictions ranged from nostalgic callbacks to surprising celebrity cameos. Fans were invited to tune in and judge the actual ads for themselves.
