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* Neither [[Joe Rogan]] nor [[Khandi Alexander]] appear in the pilot. Greg Lee's "Rick" character is similar to Rogan's "Joe" character, and Ella Joyce plays "Catherine |
* Neither [[Joe Rogan]] nor [[Khandi Alexander]] appear in the pilot. Greg Lee's "Rick" character is similar to Rogan's "Joe" character, and Ella Joyce plays "Catherine". Catherine's last name is not reveled in this episode. |
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* Joyce is mostly offscreen, though she can be heard delivering several newscasts (and can be very briefly glimpsed in the broadcast booth in a few shots). She is seen clearly towards the end of the episode standing outside the broadcast booth, but has no lines during this scene. |
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* [[Ray Romano]] was originally slated to play the "Electrician" character, but both Romano and the show producers felt that he was not a good fit for the show. |
* [[Ray Romano]] was originally slated to play the "Electrician" character, but both Romano and the show producers felt that he was not a good fit for the show. |
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Revision as of 16:42, 19 March 2009
This is a detailed list of NewsRadio episodes from the first season. See List of NewsRadio episodes for a complete list of all NewsRadio episodes.
Pilot
- Episode No.: 1-1 (1)
- Production No.: 100
- US Airdate: March 21, 1995
- Written by: Paul Simms
- Directed by: James Burrows
- Guest stars: Kurt Fuller as Ed Harlow, Greg Lee as Rick, Wallace Langham as Jeff, Beau Billingslea as The Security Guard, Ella Joyce as Catherine Duke.
Summary
Wisconsin native Dave Nelson arrives in New York to start his new job as the News Director at WNYX. His first task: fire the old News Director.
Notes
- Neither Joe Rogan nor Khandi Alexander appear in the pilot. Greg Lee's "Rick" character is similar to Rogan's "Joe" character, and Ella Joyce plays "Catherine". Catherine's last name is not reveled in this episode.
- Joyce is mostly offscreen, though she can be heard delivering several newscasts (and can be very briefly glimpsed in the broadcast booth in a few shots). She is seen clearly towards the end of the episode standing outside the broadcast booth, but has no lines during this scene.
- Ray Romano was originally slated to play the "Electrician" character, but both Romano and the show producers felt that he was not a good fit for the show.
Inappropriate
- Episode No.: 1-2 (2)
- Production No.: 102
- US Airdate: March 28, 1995
- Written by: Paul Simms
- Directed by: James Burrows
- Guest stars: Kenny Johnston as Danny
Summary
Dave and Lisa's disagreement over how to respond to an on-air gaffe by Matthew leads to a romantic encounter and the start of a secret office relationship.
Smoking
- Episode No.: 1-3 (3)
- Production No.: 103
- US Airdate: April 4, 1995
- Written by: Josh Lieb, Brad Isaacs, and Paul Simms
- Directed by: James Burrows
- Guest stars: Monte Russell as Paramedic
Summary
Bill is having trouble complying with a new anti-smoking ordinance, so Dave tries to help him quit.
The Crisis
- Episode No.: 1-4 (4)
- Production No.: 101
- US Airdate: April 11, 1995
- Written by: Josh Lieb
- Directed by: James Burrows
- Guest stars: Steeve Arlen as Bob, Mark Davenport as Delivery Man
Summary
Coverage of a subway accident is hampered by petty jealousies surrounding Matthew's new desk.
Big Day
- Episode No.: 1-5 (5)
- Production No.: 105
- US Airdate: April 18, 1995
- Written by: Joe Furey, Brad Isaacs, Josh Lieb, and Paul Simms
- Directed by: Alan Myerson
- Guest stars: Albie Selznick as Copy Guy, Joe Wein as Delivery Guy
Summary
The staff unwittingly confide in Dave their expectations for their annual bonus, not knowing that Jimmy has delegated the task to Dave. During this episode pastries humorously keep appearing on Bill's desk.
Luncheon at the Waldorf
- Episode No.: 1-6 (6)
- Production No.: 104
- US Airdate: May 2, 1995
- Written by: Brad Isaacs
- Directed by: Peter Baldwin (Director)
Summary
Lisa is worried about Bill's motivation for taking Beth to a broadcaster's luncheon.
Sweeps Week
- Episode No.: 1-7 (7)
- Production No.: 106
- US Airdate: May 9, 1995
- Written by: Joe Furey and Paul Simms
- Directed by: Peter Bonerz
- Guest stars: Janeane Garofalo as Nancy, Bill Geisslinger as Tom P. Baxter
Summary
Dave's ex-girlfriend from Wisconsin arrives for a visit, under the assumption that they are still dating.
Next: NewsRadio season 2