Ep 9. Episode 9
- December 15, 2020
- 40 min
Episode 9 of season 22 of 8 Out of 10 Cats brings another thrilling panel show that promises to entertain viewers with its unique blend of comedy, satirical commentary, and interesting facts. Hosted by comedian Jimmy Carr, the episode features a stellar lineup of guests including Rob Beckett, Roisin Conaty, Alex Brooker, Nish Kumar, Scarlett Moffatt, and David Mitchell. As always, the guests are divided into two teams, and they compete against each other to answer questions related to obscure statistics and survey results from various sources.
The episode kicks off with a hilarious segment where the guests poke fun at each other while discussing the latest news headlines. The jokes are witty, and the commentary is hilarious, leaving the audience in stitches. Next up, the teams tackle questions related to the most annoying things about British summers.
The show's format involves asking the guests to guess the results of surveys conducted on various topics. In this episode, the panel is asked to guess what percentage of people would rather get a root canal than attend a family wedding, what percentage of people have accidentally sent an embarrassing message to the wrong person, and what percentage of people would refuse to date someone who does not read books.
The team captains, Beckett and Mitchell, lead their respective teams through the rounds and try to outdo each other with their witty answers, banter, and jokes. The guests are not afraid to speak their minds, and there are plenty of witty comebacks and retorts that make the show all the more entertaining.
One of the highlights of the show is the 'What Are You Talking About?' segment, where the guests are shown a viral video clip and are asked to guess what people were talking about in the clip. The video clip in this episode involves a snake trying to swallow a giant lizard. The segment produces some hilarious answers, and the guests poke fun at each other while trying to guess the answer.
Another entertaining segment in the show is the 'Pick of the Polls,' where the guests are asked to choose between two options related to a survey result. In this episode, they must choose between the most popular pet names in the UK and the most popular drink at a British pub. The guests' choices reveal a lot about their personalities and preferences, and the segment is a fun way to get to know the panelists better.
Towards the end of the show, the teams tackle questions related to the most annoying things about camping, the most ridiculous things people have ever said, and the most embarrassing things people have done while drunk. The answers are hilarious, and the commentary is witty, making for a fitting finale to an entertaining episode.
All in all, Episode 9 of season 22 of 8 Out of 10 Cats is a hilarious and entertaining panel show that will leave viewers laughing from start to finish. The blend of obscure statistical facts, witty banter, and satirical commentary make for a unique viewing experience that is both educational and entertaining.