Mark Watson Makes the World Substantially Better

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Mark Watson Makes the World Substantially Better is a radio comedy programme starring Mark Watson. It started on BBC Radio 4 on 13 February 2007. The show is recorded in front of a live audience and has the format of stand-up comedy from Watson interspersed with songs and poetry.

Series 1[]

Each episode of the first series dealt with the problems of the world, characterised by the seven deadly sins. Tim Minchin provided music, and Tim Key provided poetry.

  • Episode 1 - Greed and Gluttony (the "similar sins")
  • Episode 2 - Lust
  • Episode 3 - Pride
  • Episode 4 - Envy
  • Episode 5 - Sloth
  • Episode 6 - Wrath

Series 2[]

The second series began on 13 August 2008, this time looking at the world's virtues. Tim Key again provided poems, but Tom Basden replaced Minchin as the musician.

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