The Chaser Report

In this BEST OF we look back at the time we were Hamish and Andy, or at least when our editor Cam posed as them anyway. We also take a look at one of our best stunts of the year when Aleksa broke into an arms convention. Plus Zander and Lachlan became housemates year, so we take a look at the time Charles quizzed them on being roomies before they'd even moved in together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's BEST OF features some of our favourite guest appearances including Dan Ilic, Nina Oyama, and Dan Ilic! We remember that time Nina had a bender in Perth (of all places), and the time Dan asked the Interns for billboard ideas which ended up in New York. Plus the time Dan and Dom found the story of the year about two naked sunbathers getting arrested after being frightened by a dear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Continuing our Chaser Report: Best Of series we take a look at the time Lachlan admitted to changing Charles wikipedia page. Then we dwell on more of Charles' misery by looking at a low point in his lockdown experience. Charles did have a good year, we think, it just looks bad when you cut it together like this. Plus we look back at our favourite sketches, including Matt Canavan's Wiggles! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To kick off our Chaser Report: Best Of series we're starting with an office favourite: the story of Aleksa's broken penis. Following that we travel back to the Olympics with Zander, and Gabbi recounts a horrifying driving incident. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For our final Afternoon Edition of the year, we call up our emergency mental support, Sami Shah. 2021 has been a long and upsetting year, and so Charles chats to Sami who brings out his new and optimistic way of looking at life. Sami reminds us that every turd has its beauty, and that includes 2021 - and Alan Jones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We did it. We made it to the end of the year. This is the last episode we are putting effort into until 2022, and what better way to cap off the year than with our good friend Jenna Owen. Jenna, Charles, and Dom take a look at stories from the War on 2021 tour, as well as Jenna's favourite parts of the year itself. Plus the team discuss why the future of female comedy characters is looking upward, and why the world needs a female Pete Davidson. Thanks for putting up with us. We're off to the pub. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nina Oyama has returned from Hollywood and has plenty of embarrassment to share with the team. Over the course of this conversation Charles and Dom ponder how best to capitalise on Nina's misfortune, which Nina is more than thrilled about. Plus Nina shares all the inside mechanisms of Hollywood, and how to best prepare yourself for meeting an agent whilst hungover in an Uber. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charles finds himself in trouble with other parents after learning the hard way that some of his babysitting methods are slightly unorthodox. Meanwhile Aleksa takes a look at renters who are being asked to buy their landlords Christmas presents, and finds a golden opportunity to shower his bosses with praise. Plus Lachlan gets fired from being producer after he ditched work to watch the newest Spider-Man movie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jo Dyer is the director of Adelaide Writers' Week and an occasional columnist for our sister website The Shot – and she's just announced she's running as the community independent candidate for the South Australian seat of Boothby. But why would anyone want to enter the hyper-toxic world of federal politics? Dom and Charles chat to her about the changes that are needed – and as the spokesperson for the friends of Christian Porter's alleged victim Kate, she has seen up close how much is required. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John takes a look at Alan Jones' debut show that literally metaphorically broke the internet. Meanwhile Aleksa looks to the United States at a new model for teachers to produce funding for their classes, and Lachlan investigates a corrupt sporting scandal in Saudi Arabia. Plus, Charles tells everyone to shut up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Star lawyer of Marque Lawyers Michael Bradley joins the show to follow up the discussion raised by his recent article for The Shot, "Defamation - A User's Guide". Michael is joined by Craig and Charles who go through all the do's and don'ts of defamation, and find out EXACTLY which words you can't use when describing Australia's leaders. WARNING: The Chaser Report does not take any responsibility for when you ultimately get sued for defamation after listening to this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Omicron has been confirmed as a fan of nightlife so Aleksa, Dom, and Charles try to find out how to put an end to nightclubs once and for all. Meanwhile Aleksa brings his usual cheer with a deep dive into the super Cuomo bro's. Plus the European Union has failed to make a worldwide commitment to unite together against uniting together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Humphries returns to the studio to take on the task of reviewing 2021, with moderately more success than he did on Friday. Together Mark, Charles, and Dom unpack some of their favourite political moments throughout the year, and this time only go off-topic once every 12 seconds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dom and Charles are joined by Mark Humphries today as they dissect the latest announcement from their dear friend, former SkyNews host Alan Jones. Together they fondly reminisce all the good times they had with Alan, and look forward to joining him in his new exciting project, which will undoubtedly shadow anything anyone has ever done in Australian media. Plus Scott Morrison has decided he thinks big-utes are good. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A dreary Mark Humphries joins the podcast after performing in War On 2021 the night before, now deeply regretting staying out at the pub with Charles til 2am. Originally we planned on talking to Mark about his thoughts on the last year, however this did not go to plan and our producer was too hungover to keep anyone on track. Plus Mark tells tales from the War On 2021 tour, as well as his experience meeting a genuine Hollywood celebrity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barnaby Joyce has tested positive for COVID which means we are finally allowed to make Joyce jokes again, because we deserve a day off once in a while. Meanwhile Charles went to the post office and found all his future Christmas presents, meaning the office Secret Santa is going to be shit this year. Also Dom finally found someone who lost more BitCoins than Charles did. PLUS, did we mention Barnaby Joyce tested positive for COVID? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Afternoon Edition our lawyer's favourite guest Sami Shah aims his sights on the member for Manila, George Christensen. Sami discusses Christensen's recent appearances on InfoWars, where George sent an S.O.S on behalf of Australia to the rest of the world. Listen as Sami and the team ask if George is right, or just alt-right. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apparently there's a new Bitcoin billionaire in town, so Dom and Charles take a look at unmasking this mysterious new magnate to see if they can save us from bankruptcy. Meanwhile Aleksa brings more another sappy good news story about the looming war between Russia and Ukraine. Plus things get quite heated in the office when Lachlan presents the goods from his latest sponsor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With teachers across NSW on strike Charles finally is forced to fulfil his duties as a father, so the team are joined by promising future satirists Hartley and Angus Firth. Now that the average presenter's age is below 50, this child-friendly Chaser Report brings you the latest news about Fortnite, and the daily ethical dilemmas faced by an 11-year-old. Plus a brief chat on Gladys's potential move to federal politics so that you oldies don't feel too left out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian and host of SBS's "The Backside of Television" Mitch McTaggart joins Zander and Dom to unpack why Australian TV sucks. Mitch takes a look at the forces behind shows being produced, as well as the effect they have on Australian culture in a hilarious and critical way. Listen and find out if Australian TV really is dead, or just in a stage of metamorphosis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott's hot lap in Bathurst has landed him in hot water, so resident Bathurst Hero Gabbi Bolt defends her beloved hometown from the PM. Meanwhile Zander finds himself caught in the crossfire of an unlikely war-zone on one of Australia's most iconic landmarks. Plus Charles is back! Where did he go, and how long until he leaves again, and how many puns will he make before we mutiny against him? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sami Shah and Dom catch up and reflect on how many politicians coincidentally resigned last week. What does this mean for the future of parliament, and more importantly, the future of satire? Plus Sami takes a look at the polls into the upcoming election. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Omicron on the streets Aleksa's mind is in the sheets as he shares why the latest variant has him in the mood. Meanwhile John's steak conspiracy has risen to a new level, with even more politicians officially giving their take on the matter. Plus the results of the Poddies are in and everyone is as excited as they are sober - but who won, and what hijinks did the Interns get up to? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We take a look back at our chat with comedy legend John Safran, as he asks when is a cigarette not a cigarette? John Safran tells Charles and Dom about his latest book ‘Puff Piece’, which looks at the clever language and new products that the cigarette-making behemoth Philip Morris is adopting to try and retain its profits while also convincing its global audience of smokers to give up their ciggies – but potentially replace them with another product where instead of smoking tobacco, you… heat it. In typical fashion, the story’s funny, circuitous and thought-provoking – and involves multiple visits to Father Bob. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alleged politician Christian Porter has resigned from parliament again, so the team take a look at what his respectable future might look might. Meanwhile, in celebration of National Disability Day, we have a very special interview with our writer John Delmenico, and it goes exactly as these interviews all should. Plus Lachlan's reality TV career hits and abrupt halt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dylan Behan (News Fighters) joins Gabbi and Dom to take a look at the hot mess that was 2021. Dylan brings his twenty-one favourite news and media soundbites to sum up the last 12 months, and the team take a look back at what 2021 meant to them. Featuring journalist voice impressions, sexy monks, and green chutes, sit back and remember the year we all just scraped by. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The team take a look at the brand new social media laws designed to crack down on trolling, and ponder how we can troll the anti-troll laws. Meanwhile our star writer John Delmenico accidentally started a conspiracy over steak, and Lachlan aims his sights towards becoming a reality television star. Plus all the latest Chaser headlines with everybody's favourite, Rebecca De Unamuno. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Billboard connoisseur and "A Rational Fear" host Dan Ilic joins Gabbi and Dom to talk podcast awards in this Afternoon Edition. Dan trash talks our podcast for a while, and shares how esteemed the podcast awards are from the perspective of an award-winning podcaster. Plus an update on his JokeKeeper program and some hints at plans for future billboards! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Omicron on the rise it's important to find new ways to protect yourself from the virus, which is why Dom has taken a look at some new methods of protecting yourself from around the globe. Meanwhile Zander has gone over to South Africa to investigate the new variant, and maybe accidentally create his own variant. Plus Gabbi went shopping for a dress, and made some new maskless friends along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As part of our chats with our podcast competition we are joined by Nat Damena and Marty Smiley who host the "Housewarming" podcast! Nat and Marty's podcast is all about the share house lifestyle, what it's like to be a room mate, and stories from the life of renters. Gabbi puts them to the test to find out what she should do about an annoying neighbour, and Lachlan tries to make them an offer they can't refuse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Omicron has officially arrived in Australia, so Dom provides all the latest details on the safest/deadliest variant of Covid so you know exactly how worried to be. Meanwhile esteemed Chaser boss Charles Firth is still missing in action, so the team give him a call to catch up - turns out he's in Canberra pranking politicians! Plus Gabbi brings you the latest depressing news in a much more melodic manner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ella Lawry, Madi Savage and Millie Holten, also known as comedy trio Big Big Big, join the show today to talk about their nominated podcast "The Candyman" for Best Comedy in the upcoming awards. Gabbi and Lachlan pry into the inside of their podcast to find out what it's about, in order to understand and better defeat their competition. Who will win the Poddie? Find out this week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Warning! NASA have reported an asteroid is heading directly to Earth! The team brings you all the latest details on your impeding doom, and which celebs should star in the movie spin-off. Meanwhile Aleksa has uncovered a wild conspiracy that will blow the lid off of parliament. Plus the tension between Bathurst and Orange rises as the battle for blandest town in Australia continues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The hilarious Sami Shah once again joins Gabbi and Dom for our Afternoon Edition, which for once doesn't result in our lawyers losing sleep. Sami talks about his radical new change in appearance, his brand new comedy show "Cuck" and the real-life story it revolves around, as well as where and how he learnt comedy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In response to the brand new Religious Discrimination Bill, Dom suggests that The Chaser start a brand new church and reap all the benefits of becoming a religious institution. Meanwhile Aleksa takes a look at this year's entries for Word Of The Year which all up perfectly reflect 2021's lacklustre feeling, and Charles spins one last yarn in the final Fiction or Furphy. Plus the team take a look at your reviews for our podcast which accidentally creates a new one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're joined by musical comedy royalty Sammy J in this Afternoon Edition of The Chaser Report. Sammy's podcast 'Sammy J: Snack Pack" is nominated for a podcast award, so Lachlan and Gabbi try to learn what Sammy's plan is to eliminate the competition. Sammy delves into his experiences as a musical comedian, how he got started, and his comedy inspirations. Plus Lachlan tries to get adopted by another comedy father figure, will he succeed? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the verdict for a contentious defamation case was given, the team play a classic game of defamation roulette and walk the fine line between making jokes and being taken to court. Meanwhile Lachlan went and watched the stage-musical Hamilton but seems to have come away from it with the wrong idea, and Charles cracks one with another unbelievable story in Furphy or Fiction. Plus everyone's favourite unhinged amphibian from the early 2000's is apparently looking to release new music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Given her phenomenal recent speech at her old high school about her journey and the personal toll of activism, we thought it would be appropriate to revisit our chat with Grace Tame from earlier this year.Grace Tame is an advocate for sexual assault survivors, and this year's Australian of the Year. We asked her about the changes that she's fighting for, and how she's using her platform to make things happen – and discovered that optimism and humour are a very important part of how she operates.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Chaser's in-house depressant supplier Aleksa takes an upsetting look at the Rittenhouse trial, and tries to unpack why America decided that sometimes murder can be legal. Meanwhile Dom attempts to discuss the Tim Paine sexting scandal with co-hosts who don't even know what cricket is. Plus Gabbi accidentally finds herself in the middle of a battle between two towns competing for her approval. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chaser headline reader and improv world champion Rebecca De Unamuno joins the podcast for this Afternoon Edition. Bec gets into the nitty gritty of being a world-class improv comedian, tells some hilarious anecdotes from on and off stage, and spills all the embarrassing details on what Charles and Dom were like at uni. Plus Gabbi and Bec make plans for their own duo-show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Due to their amazing network of connections, and through the blessing of Channel 7's incompetence, The Chaser Report has been given an exclusive chat with Adele! John shares the story behind the stuff-up. Meanwhile Dom shares some sad news for fans of coal, but good news for fans of capitalism solving climate change like Scott Morrison predicted. Plus all the latest headlines from Rebecca De Unamuno. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedy royalty Tony Martin joins The Chaser Report in this Afternoon Edition to give Dom and Lachlan the edge on their podcast competition. Tony gives an inside perspective on the Australian Podcast Awards, and insight on how his award winning podcast "Sizzletown" is produced, as well as some classic tales from a career in radio and the media. Plus Tony asks the question, can there ever be enough Sizzle? Listen to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gabbi has received the genuine honour of being hailed as a Bathurst hero, and officially starts campaigning for The Chaser Report to do a Bathurst special (It's not going to happen Gabbi). Meanwhile Zander brings the final report on his adventures in the Sydney Film Festival! Did he see all the movies? What film is best for sleeping in? How did the afterparty go? Listen to find out. Plus Charles almost died on his bike - again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian, satirist, and most notably, host of "Pointless" Mark Humphries chats with the team in this Afternoon Edition of The Chaser Report. Mark delves further into the fascinating story of his electricity bill, and makes a pitch for his next hosting job based on an old British television show he wants to revive. Plus the occasional plug from Charles for their live show "War On 2021" which you should all buy tickets for, even if you're from Newcastle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charles is furious after having an online purchase sniped from him by crypto investors. Meanwhile Aleksa has a rant about a legitimate war-crime that went completely unreported, and the team read all your sweet reviews. Plus another classic Fiction or Furphy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sami Shah joins Dom, Gabbi, and Lachlan to discuss the hypocrisy of freedom of speech in Australia. Sami talks about political correctness, media censorship, and asks why the people who promote 'free speech' are also the ones who sue any who criticise them? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zander dives into the action to bring his live report on the revolt occurring in Melbourne, and Charles briefly shows his smug face to brag about being a cushy boomer homeowner. Meanwhile Gabbi has developed a new favourite genre of music while listening to Taylor Swift's latest releases. Plus another round of Fiction or Furphy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Denton joins the team to discuss the campaign to legalise voluntary assisted dying around Australia. His charity Go Gentle was founded in 2016, and in subsequent years most jurisdictions have introduced rules to allow VAD. Andrew talks about the intricacies of the required reform, explores different arguments and objections to euthanasia, and makes a passionate case for change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Uncertainty shrouds Aleksa, Dom, and Gabbi today as they try to discuss Christian Porter's return to law in a way that won't get them sued. Meanwhile John Delmenico has a hilarious story of celebrities squabbling over who's more 'candyass'. Plus Dom takes a look at a new podcast by Nick Kyrgios. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zander and Dom are joined by A Fire Inside co-director Luke Mazzaferro whose latest film explores the selfless acts of everyday Aussies and how they overcame the 2019-20 bushfire season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.