Pun Watch: The News Pun Quiz Game

PODCAST · comedy

Pun Watch: The News Pun Quiz Game

Do you like puns? Do you particularity enjoy punny headlines in newspapers? Would you like to hear masses of them recited in quick succession? If so, you'll probably enjoy Punwatch.Punwatch is a game show in which 3 or 4 funny people try to guess the correct pun-ish headline attached to various news stories from the week. Some of the puns are brilliant, some of them awful, and some are such tenuous stretches they'd make Lilia Stepanova wince (look her up).Either way, there's lots of 'em. Even if you don't like puns, give Punwatch a go: You'd be surprised how much better puns about an accidentally eaten French camel get when you hear 40 in a row.

  1. 86

    701: A Pinch of Onion

    Episode 701 of Punwatch, featuring PLANE Punsters: Lisa Dib, James Ferris, Sarah Baggs, Michael Williams Host: Phoenix Cherry

  2. 85

    700: Turkey Train of Lies

    Episode 700 of Punwatch, featuring Lisa's stunning Seinfeld impression. Punsters: David Shaw, Alex Malone, Lisa Dib, Harry Brimage Host: Phoenix Cherry

  3. 84

    602: Drone Drunk, Thumps Hump

    Episode 602 of Punwatch, featuring that utter fuckup Maria von Trapp. Punsters: David Shaw, Lisa Dib, Alex Malone Host: Phoenix Cherry

  4. 83

    601: Junked Food Fuels Food

    Episode 601 of Punwatch, featuring a bad case of Mango Hands. Punsters: David Shaw, Lisa Dib, Alex Malone, James Ferris Host: Phoenix Cherry

  5. 82

    505: Jetscreed

    Episode 505 of Punwatch, featuring Luigi's love life. Punsters: David Shaw, Lisa Dib, Alex Malone, James Ferris Host: Andrew Cherry

  6. 81

    504: Pump-kin Iron

    Episode 504 of Punwatch, featuring Selwyn Froggitt. Oh no! Punsters: David Shaw, Lisa Dib, Alex Malone, James Ferris, Harry Brimage Host: Andrew Cherry

  7. 80

    503: Frosty's Little Snowman

    Episode 503 of Punwatch, featuring cakes vs biscuits. Punsters: David Shaw, Lisa Dib, Alex Malone Host: Andrew Cherry

  8. 79

    502: New Jerseys

    Episode 502 of Punwatch, featuring no songs about rat poop. Punsters: David Shaw, Lisa Dib, James Ferris Host: Andrew Cherry

  9. 78

    501: Sleepless Knights

    We're back! Episode 501 of Punwatch, with a critical examination of Mousetrap®. Punsters: Alex Malone, Lisa Dib, James Ferris Host: Andrew Cherry

  10. 77

    420: Beer Boar's Pig Pong

    Episode 420 of Punwatch, Pundemic Edition, with pigs blaze it. Punsters: James Ferris, Lisa Dib, Harry Brimage, David Shaw, Alex Malone Host: Andrew Cherry

  11. 76

    419: Prez Sez Canvas Cats

    Episode 419 of Punwatch, Pundemic Edition, with unregistered cats and naughty birds. Punsters: James Ferris, Lisa Dib, Harry Brimage, David Shaw Host: Andrew Cherry

  12. 75

    418: Police Plant Maims Mallard

    Episode 418 of Punwatch, Pundemic Edition, with very special guest Jerzy Gwiazdowski from Punk-Assed: A Pun Cast! As always, you're doing yourself a disservice if you aren't listening to Punk-Assed: A Pun Cast for Jerzy & Jordan's frankly spectacular wordplay. BUT NOW you can also hear Jerzy on Week Didn't Start, a podcast where Jerzy and Sam Corbin recap the news of the week in the format of Billy Joel's We Didn't Start The Fire, Every. Week. If that pitch doesn't get you subscribin' you're dead inside. Punsters: Jerzy Gwiazdowski, James Ferris, Alex Malone, Lisa Dib Host: Andrew Cherry

  13. 74

    417: Boozing Down The House

    Episode 417 of Punwatch, Pundemic Edition! This one is super low brow, we're very sorry. Thanks Matt, Ryan, Flanners and Drew! Punsters: David Shaw, Harry Brimage, Lisa Dib Host: Andrew Cherry Patreon  Twitter  Facebook  YouTube  theconsumption.net

  14. 73

    416: Knicks On Fire

    Episode 416 of Punwatch, Pundemic Edition! No COVID puns, this week at least. Thanks Ryan and Sam! Punsters: David Shaw, Harry Brimage, Lisa Dib, Alex Malone Host: Andrew Cherry Patreon Twitter Facebook YouTube theconsumption.net

  15. 72

    415: Hammer and Bogs

    Episode 415 of Punwatch with a confident Ferris. Be afraid. Punsters: David Shaw, James Ferris, Harry Brimage Host: Andrew Cherry Patreon Twitter Facebook YouTube theconsumption.net

  16. 71

    414: Wiener Wiener Brick

    Episode 414 of Punwatch with more idioms involving the word trick than you would think. Punsters: Lisa Dib, David Shaw, James Ferris, Alex Malone Host: Andrew Cherry

  17. 70

    413: Duck Ducks Gold

    Episode 413 of Punwatch with special guests Sarah Baggs and Michael Williams, hosted by Alex Malone! Sarah and Michael's podcast, Sarah and Michael Save Christmas, can be found at http://itsaduckblur.com on twitter at @save_xmas! You can find Sarah and Michael themselves at @why_in_the_heck and @meandmyeasel. Punsters: Sarah Baggs, Michael Williams, Lisa Dib, David Shaw, James Ferris Host: Alex Malone

  18. 69

    412: Hog Hammers Hoover

    Episode 412 of Punwatch, with 100+ vacuum cleaners and a bystander pig. Punsters: Lisa Dib, David Shaw, James Ferris Host: Andrew Cherry Patreon Twitter Facebook YouTube theconsumption.net

  19. 68

    Filler: ScoMo's Butterfingered Knickers Knicker

    An episode of Punwatch from the vault, with underwear thievery and ScoMo rapping. Punsters: Alex Malone, David Shaw, James Ferris Host: Andrew Cherry

  20. 67

    411 - Puff Puff Pumpkin

    Episode 411 of Punwatch, with drug talk and pumpkin seeds. Punsters: Lisa Dib, David Shaw, James Ferris, Alex Malone Host: Andrew Cherry Patreon  Twitter  Facebook  YouTube  theconsumption.net 

  21. 66

    410 - Prison Para Smokes Saint Sheeran

    Episode 410 of Punwatch, with a delightful Ed Sheeran round currently under review. Punsters: David Shaw, Lisa Dib, James Ferris, Alex Malone Host: Andrew Cherry Socials: Patreon Twitter Facebook YouTube theconsumption.net

  22. 65

    409 - Choo Choo Tik Tok Stops Freddie Chop

    Episode 409 of Punwatch, with pork products and returning punster Timothy Clark! You can find Tim on Twitter at @mrtimothyclark! Punsters: Timothy Clark, Lisa Dib, David Shaw, James Ferris Host: Andrew Cherry

  23. 64

    408 - Grammar Jammer Head Banger Wang Slammer

    Episode 408 of Punwatch, with grammar pedantry and a penis in the sky. Punsters: David Shaw, James Ferris, Alex Malone Host: Andrew Cherry Socials: Patreon Twitter Facebook YouTube theconsumption.net

  24. 63

    407 - Fleetwood Mac's Greatest Hits

    Episode 407 of Punwatch, with the most singing so far. Punsters: Harry Brimage, David Shaw, James Ferris, Alex Malone Host: Andrew Cherry Patreon Twitter Facebook YouTube theconsumption.net

  25. 62

    406 - Container Cooties Contaminate Bovine Bagels

    Episode 406 of Punwatch, with returning champion punster Ben Volchok and every single bread. You can find Ben at @zomgmouse on Twitter, on Facebook, TikTok or at his website! Punsters: Ben Volchok, Lisa Dib, James Ferris, Alex Malone Host: Andrew Cherry Socials: Patreon  Twitter  Facebook  YouTube  theconsumption.net 

  26. 61

    405 - Spiked Spud Lances Libertine

    Episode 405 of Punwatch, with a full board and obscure Pete Doherty references. Punsters: David Shaw, Harry Brimage, Lisa Dib, James Ferris, Alex Malone Host: Andrew Cherry Socials: Patreon Twitter  Facebook  YouTube  theconsumption.net 

  27. 60

    404 - 11 Straight Minutes of Dick Puns

    This episode is entitled '11 Straight Minutes of Dick Puns.' Only fair that we warn you. Punsters: David Shaw, Harry Brimage, Lisa Dib, James Ferris, Alex Malone Host: Andrew Cherry   Socials: Patreon Twitter Facebook YouTube theconsumption.net

  28. 59

    403 - AFL 2019

    Punwatch for the 2019 Footy Season with returning special guest Cam Tyeson, here to talk about his new show on 7Mate, Undercover Voss. And before you ask, know that after four long years, your thousands of phone calls, emails, tweets and DMs have been heard, and responded to: we finally thought of a Steven Kretiuk pun. Catch Cam all over Pedestrian.tv or on the twitter @camtyeson! Find more Consumption nonsense at theconsumption.net, or @pun_watch on Twitter or on Facebook, or get extra Consumption goodies at our Patreon! Punsters: Cam Tyeson, Alex Malone, David Shaw Host: Andrew Cherry

  29. 58

    402 - Harry v Andy: Here's the Beef

    This episode is entitled Harry v Andy: Here's the Beef. They sorta got into it there. You can find Andy on Two In The Think Tank, a sketch comedy podcast that comes highly recommended by us. You'll also be able to see Andy live at 2019's Melbourne International Comedy Festival with he and Alasdair Tremblay-Birchall's new show, Magma. Check it out / book tickets here! You can also find Andy on twitter at @stupidoldandy! Punsters: David Shaw, Harry Brimage, Lisa Dib, Andy Matthews Host: James Ferris

  30. 57

    401 - Tinkerbell Clinked for Doorbell Dink

    Episode 401 of Punwatch. Back for 2019! This episode is entitled Tinkerbell Clinked for Doorbell Dink. That really was a weird story. The Consumption has a Patreon! For $2, you can help us pay for our hosting costs, and get access to some little exclusives, like our new review mini-podcast, Unsolicited Opinions, and other little goodies. Punsters: Alex Malone, David Shaw, Harry Brimage, Lisa Dib Host: Andrew Cherry

  31. 56

    304 - High Piers Off High Piers

    This episode is entitled "High Piers Off High Piers." Harry gives his heart away. The Consumption has a Patreon! For $2, you can help us pay for our hosting costs and get access to some little exclusives, like our new review mini-podcast, Unsolicited Opinions, and other little goodies (including why Harry gave his heart away.) Punsters: Michael Williams, Sarah Baggs, David Shaw, Lisa Dib, Harry Brimage Host: Andrew Cherry

  32. 55

    303 - Soviet Simians Juiced-Up Jail

    Episode 303 of Punwatch, with rules fluctuations and too much lewdness. Again. This episode is entitled Soviet Simians Juiced-Up Jail. There's also an inflated dog. Punsters: Alex Malone, David Shaw, James Ferris, Harry Brimage Host: Andrew Cherry

  33. 54

    302 - Bug Bites Sales Stink

    Episode 302 of Punwatch. Straight back to poo jokes (sorry). This episode is entitled "Bug Bites Sales Stink". Harry likes bugs. Punsters: Alex Malone, David Shaw, Lisa Dib, Harry Brimage Host: Andrew Cherry

  34. 53

    301 - Sewer Seal Steals Lizard's Lunch

    Episode 301 of Punwatch. The Return! This episode is entitled "Sewer Seal Steals Lizard's Lunch." Been a while between drinks. Punsters: Alex Malone, David Shaw, Lisa Dib, James Ferris Host: Andrew Cherry

  35. 52

    220 - Piss Piss Bang Bang

    Episode 220 of Punwatch, with Guest Host James Ferris! This episode is entitled "Piss Piss Bang Bang." Pretty gross stories, really. Punsters: Alex Malone, David Shaw, Lisa Dib, Harry Brimage Host: James Ferris

  36. 51

    219 - AFL Grand Final Edition 2017

    The 3nd Annual AFL Grand Final edition of Punwatch, with Cameron Tyeson, lots o' footy chat/puns and general apologies to people who don't follow AFL. If you need more footy podcasting straight in your ear veins, we recommend you check out The Pressure Cooker, Cam's straight-up footy podcast (Grand Final episode available now!) You can also find him on Twitter @camtyeson! Punsters: Cameron Tyeson, Alex Malone, David Shaw Host: Andrew Cherry

  37. 50

    218 - Brian's Balls Crush Castle

    New Punwatch, with guest Ben Volchok, a broken round and guest Skeletor.™ This episode is entitled "Brian's Balls Crush Castle." Lisa kinda broke in the middle there. Ben has a brand new Fringe Festival show, "Ben Volchok Presents..." opening THIS SATURDAY at the Butterfly Club. It's two episodes of original radio comedy, live on stage, and thoroughly recommended! Check it out and get tickets here. Ben's also on a new SynFM show, "The 90.7 Show" with former guest punster Claire Sullivan and Ian McCarthy! You can check it out live on SynFM, Thursdays at 3pm (90.7 on your FM dial), or anytime via their podcast. You can also find him on Twitter at @zomgmouse! You can hear & subscribe to Punwatch via iTunes: ow.ly/ACJn30388YM or RSS: punwatch.libsyn.com/punwatchrss Punsters: Ben Volchok, James Ferris, Lisa Dib, Harry Brimage Host: Andrew Cherry

  38. 49

    217 - Thor's (th)Unders Enlightening with Jerzy Gwiazdowski

    Episode 217 of Punwatch, with special guest Jerzy Gwiazdowski and not enough in-depth ice hockey knowledge. You probably already know Jerzy Gwiazdowski. If you don't, however, we cannot stress this enough: It is in your best interests to download and listen to Punk Assed: A Pun Cast, Jerzy's pun podcast. It is punning on another level, and as a fan of puns, you will be a more complete person when you add Punk Assed to your podcast device. You can also find Punk Assed on Facebook, along with clips of Jerzy & Co competing at Punderdome and the Henry Pun-Off World Championships. You can also read about his punning in a new book called Away With Words by Joe Berkowitz. It's a look into the world of competitive punning, which is so relevant to any Punwatch listener's interest it's not funny, unlike the book. We'll also be appearing on an upcoming episode of Punk Assed, so keep an ear out for that. Punsters: Jerzy Gwiazdowski, Harry Brimage, David Shaw, Alex Malone Host: Andrew Cherry

  39. 48

    216 - 'Bama Borax Bowling Blowout with Andrew McClelland

    Episode 216 of Punwatch, with special guest Andrew McClelland and a fair bit of undignified scrambling to think of songs that sort of reference mazes. This episode is entitled "'Bama Borax Bowling Blowout". Big thanks to Punwatch contributor Hamish & Special guest Judge Ryan, and Dave for being a good sport. Andrew's beaut Indie-pop dance night, Mr. McClelland's Finishing School, is wrapping up in October. So if you're in Melbourne, get down to the Bella Union on a Friday night & dance your arse off before it's too late! You can also find Andrew's DJ and/or comedy stylings around town - keep up with his movements via @andy_mcclelland on Twitter, and on Facebook!   Punsters: Lisa Dib, Andrew McClelland, Harry Brimage, David Shaw, Alex Malone Host: Andrew Cherry

  40. 47

    215 - Tubby Terror Flogs Fake Fauna with Host Alex Malone

    Episode 215 of Punwatch, with host Alex Malone and more Kylie Minogue puns than you can shake a well-insured butt at. This episode is entitled "Tubby Terror Flogs Fake Fauna". Shoutout to all our Bellarine Peninsula fans. Punsters: Andrew Cherry, Harry Brimage, David Shaw Host: Alex Malone

  41. 46

    214 - Shonky Sharks Plunder Pool with Host Harry Brimage

    Episode 214 of Punwatch, with host Harry Brimage who did well and is a good boy. This episode is entitled "Shonky Sharks Plunder Pool". Harry's twitter handle is @brimdang, if you wanna do what Lisa said. Alex's album is available now at your local Brashs. Punsters: Lisa Dib, James Ferris, Alex Malone Host: Harry Brimage

  42. 45

    213 - Robo Willie with Host Lisa Dib

    Episode 213 of Punwatch, with host Lisa Dib and super-chill, pleasant vibes. And a bionic dick. This episode is entitled "Robo Willie." Some weeks you don't need to overwork it. Punsters: Harry Brimage, James Ferris, David Shaw Host: Lisa Dib

  43. 44

    212 - Curry Closure Causes Sibling Split with Jennifer Wong

    Episode 212 of Punwatch, with guest comedian & veteran punster Jennifer Wong and a smorgasbord of Indian cuisine puns. This episode is entitled "Curry Closure Causes Sibling Split". Alex was gonna host, so all the stories are Alex-style picks. One day soon. Melbourne listeners: Jen is performing her show, "How to English Harder" at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival! The show is on from the 11th to the 23rd of April at the Forum Theatre. Get in quick and see her before she scarpers back to Sydney! Get tickets here. You can also find Jennifer on Facebook or on Twitter @wojennifer - tons o' puns there - or at her website, jenniferwong.com.au Punsters: Jennifer Wong, Lisa Dib, James Ferris, David Shaw Host: Andrew Cherry

  44. 43

    211 - Cops Cop Bogus Burger with Host David Shaw

    Episode 211 of Punwatch, with guest host David Shaw and REVENGE This episode is entitled "Cops Cop Bogus Burger." You'll also hear a promo for Cherry's new series, "A Brief History of Memes: Part 1." Punsters: James Ferris, Lisa Dib, Alex Malone and Andrew Cherry Host: David Shaw *grumble grumble other bands are OK as long as they're Outkast grumble*

  45. 42

    210 - Parrot Slams Piers: Piss Off with Peter Jones

    Episode 210 of Punwatch, with returning guest comedian Peter Jones! This episode is entitled "Parrot Slams Piers: Piss Off." Dave and Lisa get to talk about Budgies. Check out Peter on Instagram @thepeterthejones Punsters: Peter Jones, David Shaw, Lisa Dib, Alex Malone @ James Ferris Host: Andrew Cherry

  46. 41

    209 - Toey Tortoise Clocks Carpool Cockhead with Michael Williams & Sarah Baggs

    Episode 209 of Punwatch, with special guests Michael Williams and Sarah Baggs! Michael's Moosehead-awarded show, Escape from a 90s Educational CD-ROM, is on during the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, March 30th to April 23rd. Don't miss it!* The Consumption also heartily recommend you check out Michael & Sarah suite of podcasts - Pop Quiz Hot Shot, It's A Duck Blur, Wikihow We Do It and Sperging Out. Also, this episode had some stuff about Pierce Brosnan, tiny knots and other crap. The usual frolicking fair.   Punsters: Sarah Baggs, Michael Williams, David Shaw, Alex Malone, Harry Brimage Host: Andrew Cherry   *If you do, one day your parallel universe self who did see it will cross over just to tell you how good it was, and you'll be filled with regret. Don't let that parallel arsehole have all the fun.

  47. 40

    208 - Sleuth Studies Stadium's Boiled Banana Bust with Matt Harvey

    Episode 208 of Punwatch, with guest comedian Matt Harvey and 5 other punsters. It was raucous. This episode is entitled "Sleuth Studies Stadium's Boiled Banana Bust". No one actually boils bananas, though. Sounds kinda gross. Perth listeners: Matt's performing in YOUR city at Fringeworld this weekend and the next! "The Face Of Gentrification and Other Ideas" at Lazy Susan's Comedy Den at 3:30. Get tickets here: https://goo.gl/wT8nff Matt also hosts Just For Funny, a podcast with comedians talking comedy and other stuff, which we were just on. Check it out! Find Matt on Twitter @mattharveystuff! You can hear & subscribe to Punwatch via iTunes: ow.ly/ACJn30388YM or RSS: punwatch.libsyn.com/punwatchrss Punsters: Matt Harvey, Lucy Shaw, Lisa Dib, Alex Malone, James Ferris, Harry Brimage Host: Andrew Cherry

  48. 39

    207 - Party Prince's Radish Rap Roast

    Episode 207 of Punwatch, for the new year and a new you that enjoys way to many obscure fruit puns. This episode is entitled "Party Prince's Radish Rap Roast". That fruit round may have killed Dave. Punsters: David Shaw, Lisa Dib, Alex Malone, James Ferris, Harry Brimage Host: Andrew Cherry

  49. 38

    206 - Derrière Drone Swipes Shiny Snag

    This week's Punwatch, with a surprise return Punster. Thanks to Punwatch contributor Hamish for the Icelandic Politics story! Punsters: David Shaw, Lisa Dib, Alex Malone, Lucy Shaw, James Ferris Host: Andrew Cherry

  50. 37

    205 - Pilfering Pine's Plunge

    Episode 205 of Punwatch, back after a month off to talk about ancient Greek sex toys. This episode is entitled "Pilfering Pine's Plunge." Thanks to Punwatch Contributor Georgina for the Man Tree story! Punsters: Alex Malone, David Shaw, Lisa Dib, Harry Brimage Host: Andrew Cherry

Type above to search every episode's transcript for a word or phrase. Matches are scoped to this podcast.

Searching…

No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.

Showing of matches

TOPICS IN THIS SHOW

Click any topic to search every transcript on PodParley for moments someone mentioned it.

Loading reviews...

ABOUT THIS SHOW

Do you like puns? Do you particularity enjoy punny headlines in newspapers? Would you like to hear masses of them recited in quick succession? If so, you'll probably enjoy Punwatch.Punwatch is a game show in which 3 or 4 funny people try to guess the correct pun-ish headline attached to various news stories from the week. Some of the puns are brilliant, some of them awful, and some are such tenuous stretches they'd make Lilia Stepanova wince (look her up).Either way, there's lots of 'em. Even if you don't like puns, give Punwatch a go: You'd be surprised how much better puns about an accidentally eaten French camel get when you hear 40 in a row.

HOSTED BY

The Consumption

Produced by Andrew Cherry

CATEGORIES

URL copied to clipboard!