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Genius - Episode Guide

Season 1

Catherine Tate

Episode: 1x01 | Airdate: Mar 20, 2009

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Comedy series where Dave Gorman and a celebrity guest chew over the ridiculous, unworkable but sometimes genius inventions, schemes and policies pitched by members of the public. Dave's special guest is actress and comedian Catherine Tate.

Frank Skinner

Episode: 1x02 | Airdate: Mar 27, 2009

Frank Skinner

Comedy series where Dave Gorman and a celebrity guest hunt for true genius among the nation's ideas to change the world and make it more fun. Dave's special guest is the comedian Frank Skinner.

Jonathan Pryce

Episode: 1x03 | Airdate: Apr 3, 2009

Jonathan Pryce

Comedy series where Dave Gorman and a celebrity guest chew over the ridiculous, unworkable but sometimes genius inventions, schemes and policies pitched by members of the public. Dave's special guest is celebrated film and stage actor Jonathan Pryce.

Johnny Vegas

Episode: 1x04 | Airdate: Apr 17, 2009

Johnny Vegas

Comedy series where Dave Gorman and a celebrity guest chew over inventions and schemes pitched by members of the public. Dave's special guest is the comedian and actor Johnny Vegas.

Germaine Greer

Episode: 1x05 | Airdate: Apr 24, 2009

Germaine Greer

Comedy series where Dave Gorman and a celebrity guest chew over the ridiculous, unworkable but sometimes genius inventions, schemes and policies pitched by members of the public. Dave's special guest is the broadcaster and academic Germaine Greer.

Stewart Lee

Episode: 1x06 | Airdate: May 1, 2009

Stewart Lee

Comedy series where Dave Gorman and a celebrity guest hunt for true genius amongst the nation's ideas to change the world and make it a bit more fun. Dave's special guest is comedian and writer Stewart Lee.

Season 2

Russell Howard and Hazel Irvine

Episode: 2x01 | Airdate: Sep 27, 2010

Russell Howard and Hazel Irvine

Dave Gorman returns with his comedy series which explores the many ridiculous but sometimes genius inventions, schemes and policies of the great British public. This time Dave is joined by comedian Russell Howard and sports presenter Hazel Irvine. Ideas include a health-and-safety-conscious way of being angry and also a quick and easy way of doing the 'top 50 things to do before you die'.

The Hairy Bikers and Jane Moore

Episode: 2x02 | Airdate: Oct 4, 2010

The Hairy Bikers and Jane Moore

Dave Gorman returns with his comedy series which explores the many ridiculous but sometimes genius inventions, schemes and policies of the great British public. Dave is joined by TV food gurus The Hairy Bikers and journalist Jane Moore, who help to test-drive a device to relieve the agony of a bony bottom and a scheme to harness the power created by menopausal women.

Vanessa Feltz and Richard Herring

Episode: 2x03 | Airdate: Oct 11, 2010

Vanessa Feltz and Richard Herring

Dave is joined by broadcaster Vanessa Feltz and comedian Richard Herring, who help to test-drive a device to help nervous job interviewees, and test a stress-free way to dip nachos. Dave sends roving reporter Jeff Brazier to a field, to try out a new game involving sheep.

Chris Addison and Mel Giedroyc

Episode: 2x04 | Airdate: Oct 18, 2010

Chris Addison and Mel Giedroyc

Dave Gorman is joined by comedians Chris Addison and Mel Giedroyc, as they explore the many ridiculous but sometimes genius inventions, schemes and policies of the Great British public. Ideas include a machine that simulates your handshake and a discreet device for pulling knickers out of your bottom.

Tim Minchin and Alexei Sayle

Episode: 2x05 | Airdate: Oct 25, 2010

Tim Minchin and Alexei Sayle

Dave Gorman is joined by comedians Tim Minchin and Alexei Sayle, as they explore the many ridiculous but sometimes genius inventions, schemes and policies of the Great British public. Ideas include a musical instrument for pensioners and a controversial way of controlling the UK's seagull population.

Noddy Holder and Shappi Khorsandi

Episode: 2x06 | Airdate: Oct 31, 2010

Noddy Holder and Shappi Khorsandi

Dave Gorman is joined by glam rock legend Noddy Holder and comedian Shappi Khorsandi, as they explore the many ridiculous but sometimes genius inventions, schemes and policies of the Great British public. Ideas include a device which allows men to play computer games without neglecting their partners and also a gadget to get rid of unwanted visitors to your house.

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