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Champagne Comedy Podcast

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From 1992 to 1993, the ABC broadcast 40 episodes of The Late Show, consisting of Melbourne Revue graduates who got their first taste on TV as The D-Generation. Originally a low-rating comedy show that was live across Australia full of cheap jokes, cheap props and bad acting, the show gained a cult following and inspired many comedians and performers to help where they got to today. Also the fans. Definitely the fans.


The fan owned and operated site 'Champagne Comedy' has been online in some type of form since the early days of dial-up in 1996. Thanks to the evolution of the internet, 'Champagne Comedy' continues to pay tribute to the cast and crew of The Late Show, Frontline, The D-Generation and their other projects they create to make us all laugh.


** We scrutinise and overanalyse every joke and everything, so don't say we didn't warn you. **


Join the dedicated fans on this podcast as we raise a glass and toast champagne sketch comedy!


Note: this podcast is not associated with ABC, Working Dog and other associates.


www.champagnecomedy.com



Produced by Matt Fulton Productions.

mattfulton.com.au

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Episodes

Episode 77 - Frontline - Monday May 5, 1997

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim, and Matt as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . Addiced To Fame - Broadcast Monday May 5, 1997. Special guest reviewer, Leanne Butterworth . National profile Yellow card Is the Weather crazy Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Working Do...

Jul 06, 20251 hr 48 minSeason 5Ep. 11

Episode 76 - Frontline - Monday April 28, 1997

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim, Matt and Tony as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . I Disease - Broadcast Monday April 28, 1997. Special guest Mike Moore impersonator, David Azmo . Kate's replacement Sign language Ego thing Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Working ...

Jun 22, 20251 hr 30 minSeason 5Ep. 10

Episode 75 - Frontline - Monday April 21, 1997

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim, Matt and Tony as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . The Art of the Interview - Broadcast Monday April 21, 1997. That bloke from 'Chances' Velvet Hammer Phrases Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Working Dog, ABC TV and other associates...

Jun 09, 20251 hr 31 minSeason 5Ep. 9

Episode 74 - Frontline - Monday April 14, 1997

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim, Matt and Tony as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . I Get The Big Names - Broadcast Monday April 14, 1997. Leaking Abdominator Mel Gibson PR Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Working Dog, ABC TV and other associates. We're simply just...

May 25, 20251 hr 47 minSeason 5Ep. 8

Episode 73 - Frontline - Monday April 7, 1997

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim, Matt and Steven as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . The Simple Life - Broadcast Monday April 7, 1997. The P̶a̶x̶t̶o̶n̶s̶ Baxters Trading Post tinnie Mike the art collector Media Watch - The Paxtons / ACA story. Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct asso...

May 11, 20251 hr 36 minSeason 5Ep. 7

Episode 72 - Frontline - Monday March 31, 1997

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim, Matt and Tony as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . A Hole In The Heart - Part 2 - Broadcast Monday March 31, 1997. Golf tips Face The Press Rotary PR Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Working Dog, ABC TV and other associates. We're s...

Apr 27, 20251 hr 42 minSeason 5Ep. 6

Episode 71 - Frontline - Monday March 24, 1997

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim, Matt and Tony as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . A Hole In The Heart - Part 1 - Broadcast Monday March 24, 1997. Charity golf Bulimia? Sick kids Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Working Dog, ABC TV and other associates. We're simp...

Apr 13, 20251 hr 25 minSeason 5Ep. 5

Episode 70 - Frontline - Monday March 17, 1997

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim and Matt as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . One Rule For One - Broadcast Monday March 17, 1997. Guidelines or Rules Office stationery Conman MediaWatch Skase story here . The podcast team op-shopping in Marrickville here . Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no...

Mar 30, 20251 hr 23 minSeason 5Ep. 4

Episode 69 - Frontline - Monday March 10, 1997

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim, Matt and Tony as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . The Shadow We Cast - Broadcast Monday March 10, 1997. Prejudice Maiden speech Park your arse Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Working Dog, ABC TV and other associates. We're simply ...

Mar 16, 20251 hr 37 minSeason 5Ep. 3

Bonus: Jeff Smart

"Who the hell is Jeff Smart?" These were the words uttered by one Santo Cilauro during the end credits of the first ep of series 2 of the D-generation in 1986. Finally nearly forty decades later, his story can finally be told! Prop Maker for The D-Generation and the ABC, Jeff Smart talks exclusively to the Champagne Comedy Podcast about his time working behind the scenes with the comedy team, rubbing shoulders with some amazing stars, and how he rescued a costume that became infamous with a well...

Mar 02, 20251 hr 29 min

Bonus: AACTAs "It's The Vibe"

In celebration on receiving the Longford Lyell Award, the Working Dog team had a Q&A at the AACTA Festival on Saturday 8th February 2025, held at HOTA on the Gold Coast. Representing the Champagne Comedy Podcast , Matt attended the chat, along with 500 others, as well as regular contributor Adele K. Thomas . In this bonus episode, we wrap-up what was discussed, with bootlegged audio grabs to prove we weren't making up bulls**t. Big thank you to Michael "Mr Golf-A-Matic" Hirsh and Santo Cilau...

Feb 16, 202554 min

Episode 68 - Frontline - Monday March 3, 1997

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim, Prue and Matt as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . My Generation - Broadcast Monday March 3, 1997. Spelling Daggy music "Eggies" Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Working Dog, ABC TV and other associates. We're simply just fans. Prod...

Feb 16, 20251 hr 29 minSeason 5Ep. 2

Teaser: It's The AACTA Vibe.

On top of our regular Frontline reviewing, we will also be breaking down what happened at the Working Dog Q&A at the AACTA Festival, at HOTA on the Gold Coast, Saturday 8th February, 2025. Stay subscribed! We are on all the socials (Threads, BlueSky). Just search for TLSChampagne or go to Facebook . Buy the team a coffee: https://bit.ly/TLSChampagnePod ChampagneComedy.com | Produced by Matt Fulton Productions - mattfulton.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 09, 20251 min

Episode 67 - Frontline - Monday February 24, 1997

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim and Matt as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . Dick On The Line - Broadcast Monday February 24, 1997. Backburner Work christmas party Heart attack Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Working Dog, ABC TV and other associates. We're simply...

Feb 02, 20251 hr 36 minSeason 5Ep. 1

Teaser: We're Returning!

We're just around the corner. We are on all the socials (Threads, BlueSky). Just search for TLSChampagne or go to Facebook . Buy the team a coffee: https://bit.ly/TLSChampagnePod This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Tony, Mick, Rob, Tom, Jane, Santo, Jason, Judith and Co., as well as ABC TV. We're simply just fans. ChampagneComedy.com | Produced by Matt Fulton Productions - mattfulton.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 28, 20252 min

Sizzle: People Want Ducks

From the bowels of a foolhardy cousin of the Champagne Comedy Podcast, comes People Want Ducks . Totally unauthorised and coming soon. peoplewantducks.com for very little sizzle. Produced by Matt Fulton Productions - mattfulton.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 31, 20241 min

A Champagne Comedy Podcast Catch Up

A lot has happened since our last episode, so let's catch up with Alison, Daniel, Kim, Matt and Tony! Frontline on iView Official Working Dog merchandise store EON FM 1988 aircheck Rubbery Figures on YouTube The Late Show Backchat special on YouTube The Late Show George Negus tribute on YouTube Note: I don't know when you are going to see these show notes, and I cannot guarantee the YouTube links will still exist in the future. So if you're reading this and the links no longer work: Hello, futur...

Oct 19, 202458 min

Bonus: Trudy Hellier

Actor, Writer and Director Trudy Hellier has been part of the Australian television landscape since the late '80s, appearing in many well known Australian TV dramas, comedies and childrens productions. Hellier appeared in all three seasons of Frontline as the segment producer Kate Preston, often assisting Emma and picking up the pieces that Mike Moore leaves behind. We chat to Trudy about her role on the show, the impact Frontline has had on the media landscape and the general public, working wi...

Sep 08, 20241 hr 15 min

A Champagne Comedy Podcast Update 2

Some important news that's come across Daniel G's news desk. We are on all the socials (Twitter, Threads, BlueSky). Just search for TLSChampagne or go to Facebook . Buy the team a coffee: https://bit.ly/TLSChampagnePod This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Tony, Mick, Rob, Tom, Jane, Santo, Jason, Judith and Co., as well as ABC TV. We're simply just fans. ChampagneComedy.com | Produced by Matt Fulton Productions - mattfulton.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

Aug 18, 20246 min

Episode 66 - Frontline - Monday October 16, 1995

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim, Matt and Tony as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . Give 'Em Enough Rope - Broadcast Monday October 16, 1995. With guest reviewer Spencer Howson . Cross-promotion Cartoon for charity The Gist Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Twitter: @TLSChampagne Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct as...

Aug 04, 20242 hr 4 minSeason 4Ep. 13

Episode 65 - Frontline - Monday October 9, 1995

Join Alison, Daniel and Matt as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . The Great Pretenders - Broadcast Monday October 9, 1995. With guest reviewer Jeff . Specious The new lawyer Jackpot Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Twitter: @TLSChampagne Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Working Dog, ABC TV ...

Jul 21, 20241 hr 26 minSeason 4Ep. 12

Episode 64 - Frontline - Monday October 2, 1995

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim and Matt as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . A Man Of His Convictions - Broadcast Monday October 2, 1995. With guest reviewer David M. Green of VHS Revue Lightweight and blockade Bloopers Soffkoch Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Twitter: @TLSChampagne Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no dir...

Jul 07, 20241 hr 41 minSeason 4Ep. 11

A Champagne Comedy Podcast Update

Now is a good time to play catch-ups if you've just joined us. We are on all the socials (Twitter, Threads, BlueSky). Just search for TLSChampagne or go to Facebook . Buy the team a coffee: https://bit.ly/TLSChampagnePod This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Tony, Mick, Rob, Tom, Jane, Santo, Jason, Judith and Co., as well as ABC TV. We're simply just fans. ChampagneComedy.com | Produced by Matt Fulton Productions - mattfulton.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

Jun 23, 20245 min

Episode 63 - Frontline - Monday September 25, 1995

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim and Matt as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . Changing The Face Of Current Affairs - Broadcast Monday September 25, 1995. With guest reviewer Adele K. Thomas . Danie Tregonning joins us for a tribute to John Blackman. Orange Rooting ... and breathe Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Twitter: @TLSChampagne Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the G...

Jun 09, 20241 hr 55 minSeason 4Ep. 10

Episode 62 - Frontline - Monday September 18, 1995

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim and Matt as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . All Work And No Fame - Broadcast Monday September 18, 1995. Funnels and Legs World of Nature People's Choice Awards Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Twitter: @TLSChampagne Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Working Dog, AB...

May 26, 20241 hr 26 minSeason 4Ep. 9

Bonus: Alison's Archive - Tom Gleisner

Alison has buried herself into her personal archives and found a cassette tape from the mid 1990s. "Who cares? Get off my podcast feed!" I hear you ask ... well, for one thing - keep it down. I can hear you from down the road. Second of all, you should care, because Alison painstakingly digitised the tape and it turns out it was a classic interview she conducted back in her teens, chatting to Tom Gleisner . This was around the time of The Warwick Todd Diaries was being published. So here it is f...

May 19, 202412 min

Episode 61 - Frontline - Monday September 11, 1995

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim and Matt as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . Keeping Up Appearances - Broadcast Monday September 11, 1995. It's the "Bucket" woman! Budget cuts Calendars and magazines Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Twitter: @TLSChampagne Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Working ...

May 12, 20241 hr 40 minSeason 4Ep. 8

Episode 60 - Frontline - Monday September 4, 1995

Join Daniel, Kim and Matt as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . Divide The Community, Multiply The Ratings - Broadcast Monday September 4, 1995. Subtle contra Peaceful debate Behind The Frontline Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Twitter: @TLSChampagne Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan discussion podcast with no direct association with Working...

Apr 28, 20241 hr 2 minSeason 4Ep. 7

Bonus: Dillon Naylor

How hardcore of a Martin/Molloy fan are you? As part of the podcast celebrating more episodes, downloads and you for sticking around, we convinced Martin/Molloy comic book artist Dillon Naylor to come on to talk about his exceptional artwork. Dillon gives us a behind-the-scenes on what it took to convince Tony and Mick to say "yes", as well as the time and effort it takes to put a comic together, as well as inspiration to transfer 'theatre of the mind' to paper. If you are lucky to still have yo...

Apr 28, 202429 min

Episode 59 - Frontline - Monday August 28, 1995

Join Alison, Daniel, Kim and Matt as they over-analyse the next instalment to the Champagne Comedy Podcast - Frontline . Let the Children Play - Broadcast Monday August 28, 1995. With special guest reviewer Dom ! Check out Twitter and YouTube . Work experience ♫ All Together Now ♫ "That's f**ked!" Enjoying our podcast? Buy the team a coffee! BuyMeACoffee.com/TLSChampagnePod Socials: Twitter: @TLSChampagne Threads: @TLSChampagne BlueSky: @TLSChampagne or Facebook or the Group . This is a fan disc...

Apr 14, 20241 hr 42 minSeason 4Ep. 6
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