I believe the word were looking for … is motherf*cker.
This was a correct answer to a question on aCNNcomedy quiz show.
Thats right, a quiz show.
From left: Michael Ian Black, host Roy Wood Jr., and Amber Ruffin of ‘Have I Got News for You.‘CNN
Thats right, comedy.
Thats right…CNN!
The show isHave I Got News For You, which debuted Sept. 14 and is now streaming on Max.
And yetHave I Got News For You,orHIGNFYfor short, is just arriving to the party.
Episodes in the U.S. are twice as long at 60 minutes, which results in more improvised comedy exchanges.
While the guest panelists rotate, the permanent panelists remain the same, providing an appointment-viewing feel.
That hybrid nature, I think, works really well.
But still … CNN?
But if you look at the landscape, late night is becoming more news-focused.
Mark Thompson, CNNs chairman and CEO, has a long history withHIGNFY.
CNN has also been airing HBOsReal Time With Bill Maheron Saturday nights, before theHIGNFYslot.
When he took over CNN, he and I had a conversation, said Mulville.
I just said, I dont have to explain the idea to you.
They get pumped in a very structured way, and theres a prize at the end.
That sort of newsy British panel show just does not exist here, notes Black.
Now, has CNN figured it out?
He received reassurances from Thompson and Mulville that this wouldnt be the case.
Episodes are recorded on Fridays and air on Saturdays.
We need to be equal.
We need to punish both the Democrats and the Republicans.
Were not looking for an echo chamber, says Black.
Were not looking for platitudes.
Were not looking for talking points.
Ive always said we should challenge.
Theres another option: You stay at home and highlight the abuses.
You dont have to take Qataris money,respondedHislop, to which the audience applauded.
No-shows are also pilloried.
It wasnt just a one-time thing.
So, naturally, they replaced her on a show with a handbag.
Then you also could bring someone on whos smart enough to punch back.
Thats still interesting television.
On Saturday nights, we will laugh.
