Nothing Trivial

Nothing Trivial

Nothing Trivial is funny, warm and romantic and about people at a crossroads in their lives, particularly when it comes to finding that significant other to love and grow old with. It’s about people trying to find the answers to life’s big questions, while answering a whole lot of small and trivial ones… and winning the bar tab while they’re at it!

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Seasons

1. Who was the lady love of John Wayne Bobbitt?

Air Date: 2011-07-20

2. What Colour Is A Bichon Frise?

Air Date: 2011-07-27

It's game on as Michelle goes into battle with her ex for what she loves most; Mac takes on his nemesis; and Emma breaks her losing streak.

3. Who Performed The 1987 Hit Song Time Of My Life?

Air Date: 2011-08-03

Brian has the chance to recapture his past and the girl of his dreams, and Mac goes head to head with family, career — and quiz team Rankin.

4. What Is A Petard?

Air Date: 2011-08-10

A new team member sets the cat among the pigeons for Catherine and Mac. And Emma's latest romance is a loaded gun when it comes to Brian.

5. Who Wrote The Art Of War?

Air Date: 2011-08-17

New sexy adversaries lead Brian into dangerous liaisons. And Michelle finds war can have its upside.

6. Which Street In L.A. Is Known As Bad Boy Drive?

Air Date: 2011-08-24

7. What is the expression seize the day in Latin?

Air Date: 2011-08-31

A family crisis for Catherine and Mac leads to big revelations and a big opportunity.

8. What Is A Pyrrhic Victory?

Air Date: 2011-09-07

Is Michelle is on top of her game - or on a crash course to disaster? And Emma forces Brian to face his demons.

9. Who said I'm extraordinarily patient, provided I get my own way in the end?

Air Date: 2011-09-14

Catherine gets a visit from Celeste's father, Jules; Mac finds out that Jo is pregnant; and Brian's determination to win at all costs has Emma worried.

10. Who said Risk, Risk Anything?

Air Date: 2010-09-21

Mac gets an offer from a younger woman, and Michelle takes the Sex On A Stick girls speed dating, with interesting results.

11. Who had the hit single Look Back In Anger in 1996?

Air Date: 2011-09-28

12. Who said A happy family is but an earlier heaven?

Air Date: 2011-10-05

The team is in crisis as Brian is the root of all evil; Michelle and Emma are boycotting; and Mac and Catherine make big romantic discoveries.

13. All the news that's fit to print is the motto of which newspaper?

Air Date: 2011-10-12

Emma's big news is a wake-up call for Brian, and when tragedy strikes Mac, the team have big reasons to pull together.

1. Leopards changing their spots is in which book of the bible?

Air Date: 2012-08-26

Sex On A Stick prepare for the finals, as Mac battles a cunning foe, and Brian’s virtue is tested...

2. Who was mad, bad and dangerous to know?

Air Date: 2012-09-02

Brian and Emma face the attack of the parents, and Michelle finds her evil nemesis needs her help.

3. How did the Emperor Tamarin get its name?

Air Date: 2012-09-09

Catherine and Mac face parent traps, as Catherine fears for Celeste, and Mac goes to war with Jo over custody.

4. Who is the patron saint of motherhood?

Air Date: 2012-09-16

Nicole is running her first Half Marathon in October as a Heart Racer for The Heart Foundation. One of the things she is hoping to help them with is an initiative next year that would be implemented in schools and even pre-schools to promote Health, Diet and Fitness. There would be a specific focus on Pacific Island and Maori children whom statistics show are more likely to suffer from Obesity and Heart related problems. Nicole feels particularly passionate about the marathon after losing her Dad to Heart disease last year.

5. Casanova was a famous lover, but which state did he spy for?

Air Date: 2012-09-23

Michelle and Brian undertake a vital mission to save the Quiz Master, as Catherine and Mac wrangle warring parents and dangerous liaisons.

6. According to Shakespeare, who was the noblest Roman?

Air Date: 2012-09-30

Brian gets disturbing news and finds Emma has secrets, as Mac sees a way to shaft the competition.

7. Who said "The only thing I’m addicted to right now is winning”?

Air Date: 2012-10-07

Emma fights for the right to be a winner, as Michelle does battle with nauseating couples.

8. Suspicious Minds was first recorded in what year?

Air Date: 2012-10-14

Mac finds that he’s being followed, but who is after him and why? And Catherine begins an illicit relationship with the team’s worst enemy . . .

9. Sea Horses mate for life, true or false?

Air Date: 2012-10-21

Brian faces fatherhood, while Emma struggles with her own dad, and Michelle tries to get out of commitment.

10. Who had an epiphany on the road to Damascus?

Air Date: 2012-10-28

11. Which Philosopher said “Have no friends not equal to yourself...?

Air Date: 2012-11-04

Michelle fears that Richard is too good to be true, and Brian's old mate Nige returns to shake things up.

12. Which animal has the largest penis to body size ratio?

Air Date: 2012-11-11

Catherine runs into some big obstacles, as Mac and Nige battle for Brian's soul.

13. The Final Countdown was a hit for which Swedish band?

Air Date: 2012-11-18

Sex On A Stick go to war with their new nemesis - but find they could lose something much more important than pub quiz.

1. In Kramer vs Kramer, who played the divorcing couple?

Air Date: 2013-09-11

Mac plays hero, as Brian plays the field. Emma has a new partner, and Michelle a mystery man.

2. Carrots Improve Your Eyesight, True Or False

Air Date: 2013-09-18

Catherine keeps a secret from Mac, as Michelle hides a liaison with an old flame.

3. Who Said 'As Long as You Know Men Are Like Children, You Know Everything?'

Air Date: 2013-09-25

Michelle battles an enemy, as Brian goes out on a limb to save what he loves most.

4. Around 100 New Zealanders Do What Every Day?

Air Date: 2013-10-02

5. Which Disney Princess Sings 'A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes'?

Air Date: 2013-10-09

Emma's family bonding reveals shocking home truths, Mac gets an admirer, and Catherine's plans come unstuck.

6. 'She Can Ruin Your Faith With Her Casual Lies' Is From Which Song?

Air Date: 2013-10-16

Michelle's indiscretion has far reaching consequences, as Brian rides to the rescue. But will the truth threaten his chances?

7. What Is Hyperbole?

Air Date: 2013-10-23

Jo drives a wedge between Mac and Catherine, as Michelle finds a champion in her battle against the enemy.

8. Which Male Animal Pretends There's A Lion Around To Keep The Ladies Interested?

Air Date: 2013-10-30

Brian fights to save Sonny Bill, as Emma meets an old nemesis. And quiz night intrigue sets Michelle and Catherine on opposing teams.

9. In Maori Mythology, Who Are The Sky Father And Earth Mother?

Air Date: 2013-11-06

Catherine fears for Celeste as Mac faces off against a bigger threat. And will a meddling mother ruin Michelle's romantic chances?

10. What Is The Meaning Of 'Primum Non Nocere'?

Air Date: 2013-11-13

Michelle wants to avenge murder most foul, as Brian faces temptation.

11. What Is The Answer To Life, The Universe And Everything?

Air Date: 2013-11-20

Catherine abandons Mac on his birthday, as Brian finds Emma has a sex secret. And the surprise party holds bombshell surprises.

12. In Happy Days The Fonz Dated Which Set Of Sisters?

Air Date: 2013-11-27

Mac struggles to tell the truth, but will Brian be able to handle what he learns? Emma gets a big surprise.

13. Will You Brian, Take Emma To Be Your Wife?

Air Date: 2013-12-04

Season finale! Mac faces up to his crimes, as Brian faces the hardest question of all. But a shocking end will change everything for Team Sex on a Stick.

14. Complete This Lyric: Should I Stay or Should I Go?

Air Date: 2014-03-08

Heart-breaking, funny and romantic, the NOTHING TRIVIAL telefeature is a satisfying conclusion for the popular characters in this much-loved show.

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Rating

5.0/10

Release Date

2011-07-20

Episodes

40 (3 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast