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International Waters is a pop culture comedy quiz show set adrift on the lawless seas. Join host Dave Holmes and competing teams of world-famous comedians from the US, UK, and beyond in a hilarious and lively competition that's part panel show, part trivia challenge, and part international incident.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes330Founded15 years ago
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ImprovComedySociety & Culture

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Latest Episodes

This week our pals Caleb Zeringue and Athena Kugblenu join Dave Holmes for Tim Curry/ Dolly Parton lyrics, Ig Nobel studies, and weirdo US and UK stories.

Caleb Zeringue would like to plug The Drillmaster and his upcoming live dates and recommends B... more

This week our friends Rosie Knight and Joey Greer AKA Joe Greer join Dave Holmes AKA Daib Holmes for recalled items, Olivia Rodrigo songs, and a news roundup from the UK and US.

Joey Greer would like to plug Teeny Tiny and The Warm Up Guy and recomm... more

This week, our friends Hay Beacon and Charlotte McDonnell join host Dave for lost Uber items, stories of the weird in the US and UK, and a new crop of clips to add to the International Waters Notable Sound and Film Warehouse

Charlotte McDonnell woul... more

This week, our friends Holly Burn and Derek Sheen join us for epic poems, weird jingles, and shady headlines.

Derek Sheen would like to plug Unrelatable and recommends Dead But Dreaming of Electric Sheep and Joe Dombrowski

Holly Burn would like to ... more

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Recent Guests

Joey Greer
Contestant, comedian
Episode: Gull Control (Joey Greer / Rosie Knight)
Rosie Knight
Contestant, co-host of X-Ray Vision
Episode: Gull Control (Joey Greer / Rosie Knight)
Hay Beacon
Contestant, host of No Contact
No Contact
Episode: Long Baby (Hay Beacon / Charlotte McDonnell)
Charlotte McDonnell
Contestant, host of What's All This Then
What's All This Then
Episode: Long Baby (Hay Beacon / Charlotte McDonnell)
Derek Sheen
Comedian, author of Unrelatable (Aug 21 release)
self-contained
Episode: No Homer (Holly Burn / Derek Sheen)
Holly Burn
Comedian, host of Dream House podcast
self-contained
Episode: No Homer (Holly Burn / Derek Sheen)
Ellory Smith
Comic/contestant on International Waters
Comedian
Episode: The Pigness Of It All (Matt Kirshen / Ellory Smith)
Matt Kirshen
Comic/host of Probably Science
Comedian
Episode: The Pigness Of It All (Matt Kirshen / Ellory Smith)
Edy Modica
Contestant, comedian; stand-up
Jury Duty appearance reference
Episode: Three Heavens and Six Hells (Edy Modica / Ben Paddon

Host

Dave Holmes
Host of the show; central to banter and game flow; long-running presence across episodes

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 973 ratings
  • Happy June 10th

    I started this six months ago and for some reason decided it was really important to listen from start to finish. In the last episode I listened to there was a song about June 10th and today is June 10th so I have decided this is a sign to write a review about how much Ive enjoyed listening to pop culture news from ten years ago. Funny funny show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    j.sherr
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Love to Play Along!

    I love this show and it’s various pre Covid variations! I love how no matter the amount of “contestants” playing there’s still enough time to play along and try to guess the wild answers. So much fun to play on speakers when friends are over great conversation starters and lots of easy laughs!!! Please keep up the amazing work!!!! We love you Dave!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dust Bunny Mama
    United States4 years ago
  • Fun show!

    Really fun show! Dave is a great host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gumbo111
    United States4 years ago
  • Delightful

    Just wanted to write a review to say I love this show and Dave Holmes is delightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    likeacactustree
    United States5 years ago
  • Better when it was troubled waters

    The show was much better when it was more of a trivia type game. Now it’s just weird and not as funny. I used to listen regularly when it was uk vs us comedians doing trivia. Now I only listen if I’ve listened to everything else.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    startswithaj
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many praise guest diversity and cross-cultural humor.
Some feel the newer format lost some of the UK-centric comedy magic from earlier eras.
Listeners highlight fast-paced, funny banter and strong host energy.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#82
United States/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#92
Canada/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#152
United Kingdom/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#101
Australia/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#22
New Zealand/Comedy/Improv
Apple Podcasts
#34
Finland/Comedy/Improv

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Long Baby (Hay Beacon / Charlotte McDonnell)
Q: Charlotte, what's happening in the United Kingdom?
Charlotte McDonnell discusses heat in the UK, comfort with air conditioning in North America, and ongoing cultural debates in Britain, often using humor to critique home country quirks.
Long Baby (Hay Beacon / Charlotte McDonnell)
Q: Hey Beacon, what's going on in your United States?
Hay Beacon describes the current economy and tech-driven politics, noting financial stress and Elon Musk's outsized influence as emblematic of broader American anxieties.
He's Got a Coma (Jamel Johnson / Amir Dean)
Q: Jamel, what's the state of your United States? Right now.
The state is fragile but potentially on the rise; notable tensions around national pride, sports and politics.
ENCORE - More Than an Uncle
Q: What was the controversy around Greggs' advent calendar
It replaced the baby Jesus in a nativity scene with a sausage roll, which drew criticism from Christian groups.
Dicey Waters: A Troubled Waters Special
Q: John-Luke, you have played a little bit before, correct?
I played on podcasts. I am a podcast-only Dungeons and Dragons player.

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Frequently Asked Questions About International Waters

What is International Waters about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A globe-trotting panel show blends fast-paced pop culture riffs, trivia rounds, and silly gimmicks with US–UK cross-cultural banter. Episodes usually feature two or more comedian contestants alongside a host, racing through rounds about current events, music, film, and politics, often peppered with wordplay, impressions, and promotional plugs for guests' projects. The format rewards quick wit, sharp banter, and the ability to riff on national quirks, with standout moments including world-themed trivia, mock-advertisements, and playful clashes between American and British humor. A recurring strength is the collaborative energy among diverse guests—from stand-ups to writers—creating a lively, roving discussion that's as much about culture as ... more

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Recent guests on International Waters include:

1. Joey Greer
2. Rosie Knight
3. Hay Beacon
4. Charlotte McDonnell
5. Derek Sheen
6. Holly Burn
7. Ellory Smith
8. Matt Kirshen

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