Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! WWDTM: Eric Idle, Bridget Everett + Jeff Hiller, and more!
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Mar 29, 2025 This week, dive into a hilarious mix of nostalgia and wit as Monty Python's Eric Idle shares stories from the wild 70s. Enjoy a quirky exploration of regional language, blended with amusing banter around a failed TV series and Diane Lane's Emmy nomination. The hosts engage in a fun trivia showdown while reminiscing about animation mishaps and the resurgence of a feminist punk band. With lively discussions and unexpected twists, laughter resonates throughout the entertaining conversations!
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Chicago Connection
- Eric Idle loves Chicago, is married to a Chicagoan, and has Chicago relatives.
- He appreciates the city's sophisticated atmosphere and the fact that he's not constantly mobbed by fans.
US vs. UK Reception
- Monty Python's initial US success on PBS contrasted with its low-key UK debut.
- The BBC aired it late at night to test viewership, initially to an unknown audience.
Intimidating the BBC
- Monty Python's six members, all over six feet tall and with degrees, used their presence to avoid BBC interference.
- They initially enjoyed creative freedom without executive oversight.
