Sammy J
Biting, bite-sized comedy as Sammy J rips into the political machinations of Canberra and beyond. With an insatiable appetite for politics, Sammy blends comedy and song where he can harass and heckle the politics of the day.
Seasons
1. The Ballad Of Section 44
Air Date: 2018-02-08
Sammy J serenades our leaders in the Parliamentary Lounge. Come for the song, stay for the jacket.
2. Barnaby On Ice
Air Date: 2018-02-15
The Winter Olympics are here! Can Humpty Barnaby impress the judges?
3. Bonk! Bonk! Bonk!
Air Date: 2018-02-22
Malcolm and Humpty Barnaby aren't getting along this week. Let's try some marriage counselling!
4. Now Is Not The Time
Air Date: 2018-03-01
We're going to school in America today! Do you want to join us?
5. Government Coach - New Season
Air Date: 2018-03-08
After a bruising start to the season, the Government Coach faces the media to talk whiteboards, Hitler Youth, and Big Mal's captaincy.
6. The Battle For Batman
Air Date: 2018-03-15
Holy bat smokes! Theres a by-election this weekend! Can Average Voter make it to the ballot box safely, or will he be defeated by the evil super-pollies?
7. Government Coach - Women's League
Air Date: 2018-03-22
The Government Coach faces some tough questions about his team's performance in the women's competition.
8. Egg Tampering Crisis
Air Date: 2018-03-29
The Leadership Bunnies face a press conference to explain their role in the Easter scandal.
9. I Wish I Hadn't Said That
Air Date: 2018-04-05
Live from the Parliamentary Lounge, Sammy J warbles his way through a brief history of political gaffes.
10. The NBN Rollout
Air Date: 2018-04-12
We're connecting to the NBN today! Do you want to join us?
11. Government Coach - 30 Losses
Air Date: 2018-04-19
The Government Coach explains the strategy behind Big Mal's losing streak.
12. Government Coach - Insiders
Air Date: 2018-04-26
Broadcasting live from the coaching box during Kelly O'Dwyer's Sunday morning match-up.
13. Shake, Shake, Shake Your Hands!
Air Date: 2018-05-03
We're having fun in the Demilitarised Zone today! Do you want to join us?
14. Budget Match
Air Date: 2018-05-10
The Government Coach helps ScoMo kick some long-term financial goals.
15. Royal Wedding
Air Date: 2018-05-17
An entitled Prince is getting married! Shall we help him woo his bride?
16. Trip Of A Lifetime
Air Date: 2018-05-24
It's Day 29 on the party boat, and the Cruise Director has some stern words for the passengers.
17. Indigenous Round
Air Date: 2018-05-31
History's against them, but the Coach is feeling optimistic about his team's chances this year.
18. Royal Commission Into Barnaby Joyce
Air Date: 2018-06-07
The Government has finally bowed to pressure and announced a Royal Commission into Barnaby Joyce's exclusive Sunday Night interview.
19. Fallin' 4 Kim
Air Date: 2018-06-14
To celebrate the historic Singapore summit, Sammy J enters the crowded K-pop market.
20. Going Once, Going Twice
Air Date: 2018-06-21
The ABC is up for sale and everything must go. Proudly brought to you by Sotherjay's Auction House.
21. Talking Pollie
Air Date: 2018-06-28
Roving reporter JP speaks to the Government Coach down in the cabinet rooms following a big win.
22. The Sugar Cube Cowboy
Air Date: 2018-07-05
Sammy gets a visit from the Sugar Industry's loveable new mascot. Yee-haw!
23. Aussie, Aussie, Aussie (Oi, Oi, Oi)
Air Date: 2018-07-12
By request of the Federal Government, Sammy J offers up an alternative national anthem.
24. Rats In The Ranks
Air Date: 2018-07-19
In this exclusive Three Corners report, we meet the man charged with tracking down the mythical Latham King Rat.
25. African Gangs
Air Date: 2018-07-26
Super Saturday is coming up, but the boys are more excited about the exhibition match.
26. On The Couch
Air Date: 2018-08-02
Meet Larry. He's a journalist. And he's had a rough week.
27. Malcolm the Magnificent
Air Date: 2018-08-09
It's the Greatest Magic Show on Earth! Do you want to join us?
28. Royal Commission into Fraser Anning's Maiden Speech
Air Date: 2018-08-16
Commissioner Jayne turns his judicial eye to the explosive events in the Senate.
29. Losing It
Air Date: 2018-08-23
After a dog of a week, the Government Coach addresses his party room.
30. Blood on the Field
Air Date: 2018-08-30
As the siren sounds on Big Mal's captaincy, we follow the Government Coach on the most dramatic day of his career.
31. Antiques Showcase
Air Date: 2018-09-06
Sammy and the team are in the beautiful Southern Highlands this week. Amongst the objects of interest is a stunning example of late twentieth century craftmanship.
32. Little Piggy Scomo
Air Date: 2018-09-13
We're meeting a new friend on Playground Politics this week! Let's make him feel welcome.
33. Bouncing Back
Air Date: 2018-09-20
Coach faces his first press conference since the change of captaincy.
34. How To Make an Australian Flag
Air Date: 2018-09-27
We're designing a new flag today! Do you want to join us?
35. Libspill Yoga
Air Date: 2018-10-04
It's a new day; it's a new you. Let's send some love and peace out into the world with the latest yoga flow from Canberra.
36. National Icon Sale
Air Date: 2018-10-11
Following the lucrative Sydney Opera House advertising debut, a selection of fine Australian landmarks go under the hammer.
37. No Hard Feelings
Air Date: 2018-10-18
The Principal welcomes back three students after a brief absence from school.
38. Wentworth Wipeout
Air Date: 2018-10-25
The Government Coach runs out of tactics in the final minutes of a bruising match.
39. Apology
Air Date: 2018-11-01
In 2068, the Prime Minister delivers the long-awaited apology to the Nauru Generation.
40. Trump Yoga
Air Date: 2018-11-08
Feeling tension in your midterms? Let's unwind with some Trump Yoga.
1. Banking Yoga
Air Date: 2019-02-07
Time to get our bodies back in balance.
2. Ask The Minister
Air Date: 2019-02-14
Sammy needs to go to hospital - but there's too much red tape. Everyone's favourite sitcom returns for another gut-busting episode.
3. Fence Jumpers
Air Date: 2019-02-21
The Government Coach reiterates his club's policy on people trying to sneak into the stadium without a ticket.
4. Nice Shoes
Air Date: 2019-02-28
Following Julie Bishops resignation, country superstars Buster J & The Death Stares perform their latest hit single.
5. Ministerial Auction
Air Date: 2019-03-07
Ladies and gentlemen, bidding is now open for a selection of fine retiring ministers.
6. Brexit Yoga
Air Date: 2019-03-14
Let's flex our foreign muscles with a brand new flow straight out of Europe.
7. Monsters
Air Date: 2019-03-21
This week on Playground Politics, Sammy J answers a letter from a young viewer.
8. Royal Commission into Jacinda Ardern Becoming Australian PM
Air Date: 2019-03-28
Commissioner Jayne weighs up the arguments in favour of installing a Kiwi Prime Minister.
9. The Pollie Show
Air Date: 2019-04-04
With a Grand Final just around the corner, the Government Coach gets a grilling from JP and the team.
10. J-Bet
Air Date: 2019-04-11
Love a punt? We've got great odds for you this week courtesy of J-Bet.
11. School Holiday Yoga
Air Date: 2019-04-18
Childcare stressing you out? Time to unwind with some School Holiday Yoga.
12. Bubbles
Air Date: 2019-04-25
The Government Coach talks water, Barnaby and bubbles.
13. Robin Bill of Shorten Forest
Air Date: 2019-05-02
There's an archery competition in Shorten Forest! Can Robin Bill hit his targets without hurting anyone?
14. Goodbye, Queensland
Air Date: 2019-05-23
Country music superstar Buster J returns with a song about a recent loss.
15. Je Suis Scomo
Air Date: 2019-05-30
A triumphant Coach faces his first press conference after the Grand Final win.
16. ALP Yoga
Air Date: 2019-06-06
Its Time - for ALP yoga.
17. How to Make a Search Warrant
Air Date: 2019-06-13
We're raiding journalists' homes today. Do you want to join us?
18. The Spirit of The Game
Air Date: 2019-06-20
Sammy J and Randy struggle to enjoy a footy match.
19. Royal Commission into Douchebags
Air Date: 2019-06-27
Commissioner Jayne examines the chasm between Australian male and female athletes.
20. The Tale of Scomocchio
Air Date: 2019-07-04
This week we're reading a special story about a little boy who wanted to be a real Prime Minister...
21. Capital City Yoga
Air Date: 2019-07-11
Let's flex our interstate rivalry with some Capital City Yoga.
22. Top of the Rock
Air Date: 2019-07-18
Gus from Uluru Summit Walks has a quick word to his tour group.
23. Antique Welfare
Air Date: 2019-07-25
Live from historic Atherton House, Sammy discovers a rare gem.
24. Die of Not Surprise
Air Date: 2019-08-01
Buster J & the Crown Escorts are back with a song for all the high rollers.
25. Thoughts and Prayers
Air Date: 2019-08-08
It's been a busy week in the department of Thoughts and Prayers.
26. International Bachelor
Air Date: 2019-08-15
Two countries, but only one rose. Who will Australia choose?
27. Pacific Round
Air Date: 2019-08-22
Coach comes out swinging after a big win in the Pacific.
28. The Girl from Ipswich Town
Air Date: 2019-08-29
Renowned bush poet S J Paterson presents his latest ballad.
29. Royal Commission into Rotting Husk of NSW Labor Party
Air Date: 2019-09-05
Commissioner Jayne turns his forensic gaze to the ALP's donations scandal.
30. Taking the Piss
Air Date: 2019-09-12
Meet Craig Tinkler, the Parliamentary piss-taker.
31. Hong Kong Yoga
Air Date: 2019-09-19
A brand new Yoga flow that's sweeping through Asia.
32. Royal Commission into Australia's Slightly Crap Internet
Air Date: 2019-09-26
Commissioner Jayne vents his NBN frustrations.
33. Barely Liveable Real Estate
Air Date: 2019-10-03
Richard from Barely Liveable Real Estate introduces another hot property.
34. How to Impeach an Orange
Air Date: 2019-10-10
We're learning about peaches today!
35. Reality Ambassadors
Air Date: 2019-10-17
Coach announces his exciting new National Economy Ambassador.
36. Just Keep Winning
Air Date: 2019-10-24
In light of this week's racing controversy, Three Corners speaks exclusively to a horse.
37. Let it Rain
Air Date: 2019-10-31
Buster J & The Murray Darlings send a message to Canberra.
38. Constitutional Cops
Air Date: 2019-11-07
It's time to show some stealth for the Commonwealth.
1. C'mon Pollies C'mon
Air Date: 2020-02-06
It's been a long hot Summer. Let's cool down with a song.
2. The Barefoot Denier
Air Date: 2020-02-13
Want to deny climate change, but don't know where to start? Scotty Tape's Top Tips will have you up and running in no time!
3. How to Make a Spreadsheet
Air Date: 2020-02-20
Who's eligible to come to our birthday party? This could get messy.
4. Anthony's Homework
Air Date: 2020-02-27
A young Anthony Albanese seeks an extension on his homework.
5. Where's My Surplus?
Air Date: 2020-03-05
Josh the dog can't find his surplus! Can you help him?
6. The Ballad of Dunny Roll
Air Date: 2020-03-12
Renowned bush poet S.J. Paterson empties the shelves in verse.
7. Government Coach Addresses the Nation
Air Date: 2020-03-19
In the midst of a crisis, we bring you an important message from the Government Coach.
8. Coach Makes Things Clear
Air Date: 2020-03-26
Government Coach clarifies some confusion around the Club's messaging.
9. Corona Yoga
Air Date: 2020-04-02
It's a troubling time - let's catch the latest flow.
10. Royal Commission into Alternatives to Toilet Paper
Air Date: 2020-04-09
With supplies still running low, Commissioner Jayne offers some helpful tips for households.
11. Corona, Actually
Air Date: 2020-04-16
It's a tough time for all of us.
12. Government Coach Zoom
Air Date: 2020-04-23
Coach convenes an urgent team hustle.
13. I'll Always Keep My Bluetooth On For You
Air Date: 2020-04-30
Buster J returns with a song about love in the age of corona.
14. Home School With Mr Dad
Air Date: 2020-05-07
As remote learning continues all over the country, one dad tries to replicate the full school experience.
15. Three-Step Plan
Air Date: 2020-05-14
Coach announces his three-step plan to get boots back on the field.
16. Antique Tickets
Air Date: 2020-05-21
In this week's Antiques Showcase, Melinda discovers something from a bygone era.
17. Goodbye My Lockdown
Air Date: 2020-05-28
Sammy J bids farewell to peace, quiet, and sourdough bread.
18. The Feel of the Game
Air Date: 2020-06-04
Coach shows off some new tactics to give the fans what they want.
19. Well-Meaning White People
Air Date: 2020-06-11
It's a safe space for well-meaning white people.
20. Bird's Eye View
Air Date: 2020-06-18
Statues are toppling, but who's looking out for the pigeons?
21. Victoria, you're benched
Air Date: 2020-06-25
Coach sets his sights on the southern state.
22. One Point Five
Air Date: 2020-07-02
We're social distancing today! Do you want to join us?
23. Mid-Year Performance Review
Air Date: 2020-07-09
God looks back at the year so far.
24. NSW Border Police
Air Date: 2020-07-16
Be warned - Random Victorian Tests now underway on the border.
25. Is Parliament Essential
Air Date: 2020-07-23
Coach logs on from lockdown to discuss the Parliamentary bye.
26. The Ballad of Bunnings Karen
Air Date: 2020-07-30
SJ Paterson returns with an ode to an unmasked crusader.
27. VEXIT
Air Date: 2020-08-06
The Coach announces a bold plan to bring Australia's Covid-19 caseload down.
28. Corona-Free News
Air Date: 2020-08-13
Sammy J brings you all the latest non-pandemic news from around the globe.
29. The Blame Game
Air Date: 2020-08-20
It's the one game Coach doesn't want to win.
30. Little Pack of Peanuts
Air Date: 2020-08-27
Buster J looks to the sky.
31. How to Make an Aged Care Home
Air Date: 2020-09-03
We're making an aged care home today. Do you want to join us?
32. Hookturnistan Forever
Air Date: 2020-09-10
A message to the people of Australia from your closest neighbour.
33. Were You an A*sehole Back Then?
Air Date: 2020-09-17
What will we say to our future grandchildren?
34. Royal Commision into Working from Home
Air Date: 2020-09-24
Commissioner Jayne turns his attention to the domestic workplace.
35. Social Media Yoga
Air Date: 2020-10-01
Facing your own social dilemma? Let's log on to a new flow.
36. 2020 Conference Call
Air Date: 2020-10-08
God zooms in for a check up.
37. Coach Announcement
Air Date: 2020-10-15
The Government Coach has an announcement.
38. Hookturnistan National Anthem
Air Date: 2020-10-22
A message from the MCG.
39. Grouse Designs
Air Date: 2020-10-29
Josh and Scotty are planning an ambitious build. But will it come in on time and under budget?
40. US Presidential Cup
Air Date: 2020-11-05
It's down to the wire in the nation that stops a race.
1. Eternal Lockdown
Air Date: 2021-02-18
The People's Republic of Hookturnistan comes one step closer to glory.
2. Coach Gets a Shot
Air Date: 2021-02-25
The Government Coach takes one for the team.
3. Political Limbo
Air Date: 2021-03-04
We're playing limbo today. How low can you go?
4. Royal Family Yoga
Air Date: 2021-03-11
Time to give our bodies the royal treatment.
5. Vaccine Against Toxic Male Culture
Air Date: 2021-03-18
It's the virus that's sweeping the globe - but can science finally cure us?
6. Government Injury List
Air Date: 2021-03-25
With his players dropping like flies, coach consults the team doctor.
7. Girl Power
Air Date: 2021-04-01
Coach announces his new female line-up.
8. Opposition Leaders Anonymous
Air Date: 2021-04-08
Support is at hand.
9. Antiques Showcase - The Passport
Air Date: 2021-04-15
This week we make a rare yet worthless discovery.
10. The Big V
Air Date: 2021-04-22
Coach unveils his bold new vaccination strategy.
11. Future Grandad
Air Date: 2021-04-29
After twenty-one years of lockdown, Carrie finally meets her grandfather.
12. I Can't Call Australia Home
Air Date: 2021-05-06
With apologies to Peter Allen.
13. Post Budget Locker Room Chat
Air Date: 2021-05-13
JP grabs a quick word with Coach after a ripping budget match.
14. Quarantine FM
Air Date: 2021-05-20
Good morning returned international travellers! This is Sick Dog, keeping you company all fortnight long here on Quarantine FM.
15. Hookturnistan Returnistans
Air Date: 2021-05-27
Soy Guevara returns with a direct message to President Andrews.
16. Waiting for Vaxot
Air Date: 2021-06-03
You've got this, Melbourne.
17. Pillow Fortress Australia
Air Date: 2021-06-10
Get your pillows and blankets ready - we're making a fort to protect Australia!
18. Coach at the G7
Air Date: 2021-06-17
Coach checks in with the Club Doctor from the G7 Tournament in the UK.
19. The Very Hungry Barnaby
Air Date: 2021-06-24
We're reading a very special book today. Would you like to hear it?
20. Have Covid, Will Travel
Air Date: 2021-07-01
One man's contact tracing adventure.
21. Left Wing Yoga
Air Date: 2021-07-08
Namaste, precious snowflakes.
22. Suck It Up Australia
Air Date: 2021-07-15
Coach introduces his revised vaccine campaign.
23. Guess Who's Back?
Air Date: 2021-07-22
2020 makes a glorious return.
24. Thrusting for Australia
Air Date: 2021-07-29
One happy Olympian slowly goes for gold.
25. The Ballad of Locky D
Air Date: 2021-08-05
S.J. Paterson locks down a new verse.
26. Byron Bay Lockdown Rules
Air Date: 2021-08-12
Coach outlines his plan for Byron Bay.
27. Workin' Like a Dog
Air Date: 2021-08-19
One dog calls for an end to lockdown.
28. Let's do a Protest!
Air Date: 2021-08-26
We're protesting today! Do you want to join us?
29. Lockdown Wedding
Air Date: 2021-09-02
With weddings now allowed in NSW, one couple tie the knot safely.
30. The Pfizer Has Landed
Air Date: 2021-09-09
Australia is gripped by Pfizer fever as a new shipment arrives.
31. Will you miss press conferences?
Air Date: 2021-09-16
Coach learns about an innovative development in the state league.
32. Anti-Vaxxed to the Max
Air Date: 2021-09-23
Want to be an anti-vaxxer, but not sure where to start? The Barefoot Denier is here to help!
33. So Close
Air Date: 2021-09-30
The Boss is back with an anthem for the COVID generation.
34. Hookturnistan Invades NSW
Air Date: 2021-10-07
Soy Guevara pledges to bring stability to New South Wales.
35. News Corp Goes Green
Air Date: 2021-10-14
The climate changes at News Corp.
36. The Institute for Reopening
Air Date: 2021-10-21
Nervous about re-entering the real world? Help is at hand.
37. Playground Politics Halloween Special
Air Date: 2021-10-28
It's a very spooky Halloween special this week. Don't be scared, it won't hurt you!
38. Royal Commission into whether ScoMo lied to France
Air Date: 2021-11-04
Commissioner Jayne turns his attention to international relations.
39. Coach Deregisters WA
Air Date: 2021-11-11
Coach has some tough words for Western Australia in the national huddle.
40. How to Charge an Electric Car
Air Date: 2021-11-18
We're searching for renewable energy today. Do you want to join us?
1. April Son
Air Date: 2022-02-17
We track down the missing Morrison for an exclusive interview.
2. Welcome to Australia
Air Date: 2022-02-24
It's a big day for Australia's customs officials.
3. Colouring Between the Lines
Air Date: 2022-03-03
We're doing a painting today. Remember to stay within the lines!
4. Emotional Weightlifting
Air Date: 2022-03-10
How much emotional weight can one man carry?
5. I've Got a Fluffy Cat
Air Date: 2022-03-17
Scomo has a fluffy cat.
6. Petrol Loan
Air Date: 2022-03-24
Rebecca needs to pick up the kids, fast. Guest starring Fiona Harris.
7. 1000 Announcements
Air Date: 2022-03-31
Coach celebrates after Frypan kicks it through the sticks.
8. Scomo's Lawyer
Air Date: 2022-04-07
Scomo's lawyer has prepared some stat decs to clear the decks before the election.
9. SJ Flashback - 2019 Campaign
Air Date: 2022-04-14
We flashback to the 2019 campaign as Coach prepares the Blue Ties for an unexpected victory.
10. SJ Flashback - Junior Ministers
Air Date: 2022-04-21
We flashback to 2019 when Coach visited a primary school to run an Auspol Kick clinic.
11. Torn (Auspol Remix)
Air Date: 2022-04-28
I'm all out of votes, this is how I feel...
12. The War of Independents
Air Date: 2022-05-05
The electoral lines have been drawn. Beware the teal peril.
13. Scomo & Albo to the Principal's Office
Air Date: 2022-05-12
There's been some bad behaviour in the schoolyard.
14. Have We Done Enough?
Air Date: 2022-05-19
On the eve of the grand final, Coach shares his fears with the club doctor.
15. Government Coach Resigns
Air Date: 2022-05-26
Full credit to democracy.
16. Poor Little Moderate Me
Air Date: 2022-06-02
It's last drinks for this moderate liberal.
17. Honeymoon Period
Air Date: 2022-06-09
It's day one in the ALP party room!
18. Cooking on a Budget
Air Date: 2022-06-16
Hey Budget Buddies! Times are tough, but that doesn't mean we can't make a nutritious and delicious meal right at home.
19. Energy Crisis Hits Home
Air Date: 2022-06-23
A toaster and kettle discuss the energy crisis.
20. Thoughts & Prayers
Air Date: 2022-06-30
Flashback to 2019, where the angels are hard at work in heaven's Thoughts and Prayers department.
21. International Bachelor
Air Date: 2022-07-07
Flashback to 2019, as Australia is faced with a difficult dating choice.
22. Full Credit Season Launch
Air Date: 2022-07-14
The Coach launches his new up-late news show, promising to speak his mind and bring down the basket-weavers.
23. Cost of Living Yoga
Air Date: 2022-07-21
Things are tight. Let's ease the squeeze with a new flow.
24. A Song for the New Parliament
Air Date: 2022-07-28
As our leaders gather in Canberra, we send them some advice on how to succeed.
25. Is this the death of the mask?
Air Date: 2022-08-04
Farewell, dear mask. Gone to a better place.
26. Northcote True Greens Branch Meeting
Air Date: 2022-08-11
Finally, real power is within reach...
27. ScoMo on the Job
Air Date: 2022-08-18
Three Corners investigates the multiple roles taken on by the former PM.
28. Royal Commission into Bedtime
Air Date: 2022-08-25
Under intense pressure, the Government has announced an investigation that all parents have been calling for.
29. Omicrons in Long Johns
Air Date: 2022-09-01
Are you thinking what I'm thinking, Ba4?
30. Reserve Bank Board Meeting
Air Date: 2022-09-08
The Reserve Bank meets to discuss another interest rate rise.
31. An Ode to King Charles III
Air Date: 2022-09-15
S.J. Paterson returns with a tribute to our new ruler.
32. SJ Flashback - Spirit of the Game
Air Date: 2022-09-22
We flashback to 2019, when the AFL clamped down on crowd behaviour.
33. SJ Flashback - Negatively Geared Pigs
Air Date: 2022-09-29
Flashback to 2017 and a little tale of three heavily mortgaged pigs.
34. It Starts With Yes
Air Date: 2022-10-06
Welcome to Optus, how may I help you today?
35. Coach Talks Tax Cuts
Air Date: 2022-10-13
Coach returns with another blistering episode of "Full Credit".
36. Have You Played Chalmle?
Air Date: 2022-10-20
Time to guess what Treasurer Jim Chalmers will be announcing in the budget!
37. Here If You Need
Air Date: 2022-10-27
Men's netball welcomes a new sponsor.
38. Royal Commission Into My Power Bill
Air Date: 2022-11-03
Commissioner Jayne focuses on a domestic energy crisis.
39. So Long Elon
Air Date: 2022-11-10
A twit leaves Twitter only to find the real world is too hard.
40. Labor Pains
Air Date: 2022-11-17
One man's diplomatic mission to a stable in Bethlehem.
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Rating
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Release Date
2018-02-08
Episodes
198 (5 seasons)
Status
Returning Series
Cast
Production Companies
Buxstock Entertainment