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The Cheap Seats

The Cheap Seats
Australia
Donald Trump
Olympics
Anthony Albanese
Olympic Games
Comedy
Telethon
King Charles
Cricket World Cup
Paul Mccartney
Queen Camilla
Comedic Events
Masterchef Australia
Political Commentary
Australian Federal Election
Neil, the Celebrity Elephant Seal
Papal Conclave
Melbourne Cup
China
Sports

Produced by Working Dog and hosted by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald, The Cheap Seats is a fast-paced comedic look back at the week that was across news, sport, and entertainment.

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Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell & Tim McDonald.

Joining in on the action are Mel Tracina, UK comedy legend Bill Bailey and AFL & NFL star Ben Graham.

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Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald.

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Taking a fun look at the week that was are The Cheap Seats hosts Melanie Bracewell & Tim McDonald.

Joining the action are Mel Tracina, comedian Ben Knight & Miss Universe Australia Caity Worthington.

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Bill Bailey
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Episode: 15th September 2026
Ben Graham
AFL and NFL superstar, former Geelong player and NFL ambassador
Bill/Personal
Episode: 15th September 2026
Lena Moon
Comedian and streamer
Comedian and streamer
Episode: 8th September 2025
Luke Rocca
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Episode: 8th September 2025
Caity Worthington
Miss Universe Australia 2026
Miss Universe Australia
Episode: 1st September 2026
Ben Knight
Actor, comedian, former schoolteacher
Independent/guest
Episode: 1st September 2026
Carlo Ritchie
Comedian, Titanic expert and guest on the episode
Individual
Episode: 25th August 2026
Paul Williams
Kiwi Rider, active musician and comedian
Episode: 25th August 2026
Roy Slaven
Rampaging Roy Slaven, guest on the Logies discussion
Roy & HG
Episode: 18th August 2026

Hosts

Melanie Bracewell
Host of the show; brings quick-witted banter and broad entertainment industry experience.
Tim McDonald
Co-host with a strong background in live debate and entertainment storytelling.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Great

    The only way for non Aussies to “watch” the show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wileyfoxyx
    Russia2 years ago
  • When is The Cheap Seats coming back?

    Great comedy and banter, quick witted hosts and a highlight of all things silly on TV.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sumi341
    Australia4 years ago
  • Hilarious!

    This show is exactly what we need right now, thanks to the team that brought it together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Limamike64786
    Australia5 years ago

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Consistently funny and timely with pop-culture references and current events.
Guests bring diverse perspectives that keep discussions fresh.
Energetic hosts with rapid-fire banter make the show highly entertaining.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

14th July 2026
Q: What was it like to be part of Play School for over two decades?
Alex Papps described Play School as a coveted, influential role where he valued the opportunity to engage with children's education and imagination, reflecting on the privilege of contributing to a foundational children's program.
9th June 2026
Q: So Bianca, how does it feel to have summited Mount Everest at such a young age?
Bianca explains the mix of pride, relief, and ongoing commitment to training, noting the immense physical and mental challenges and the support from her team and family.
11th November 2025
Q: What are we looking at here, Mel?
It's her outfit. Pay attention to this.
11th November 2025
Q: What have you been doing in between the shows?
I've been going on some of the rides at Dream World.
Season Finale: 18th November 2025
Q: Did he think that you meant something else when you presented Trump with a model?
No, the good thing about gift exchanges is that normally they take place indirectly.

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A fast-paced, joke-filled roundup of weekly headlines across politics, sports, entertainment, and pop culture, driven by quick-fire banter between two hosts and a rotating guest list. Episodes mix sharp political satire with showbiz bits, live interviews, and lighthearted segments that lean into current events, celebrity culture, and viral moments. Notable strengths include high-energy hosting, a knack for brisk crowd-work, and a habit of weaving guest insights into rapid-fire banter, which makes it easy to jump into for listeners seeking humor-informed takes on the week's news. A recurring appeal is the chemistry between hosts and a rotating slate of comedians, athletes, and entertainment figures, which keeps the tone entertaining and acce... more

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1. Bill Bailey
2. Ben Graham
3. Lena Moon
4. Luke Rocca
5. Caity Worthington
6. Ben Knight
7. Carlo Ritchie
8. Paul Williams

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