A celebrity sits down to do a quiz. Simple enough. Except their only lifeline is a phone call from whoever happens to be available - a Boost Juice employee, the Devil, Alexander Graham Bell, a cloud. Wax Quizzical is a fully improvised quiz show hosted by Kyran Nicholson, live from Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne. Each episode, a comedian attempts ten trivia questions with the help of the brains trust - Australia’s best improvisers, deep in character, completely committed, and almost entirely useless. The result is a show that somehow teaches you things while being completely unhinged. New episodes fortnightly. Live recordings at Comedy Republic, 231 Bourke St Melbourne - be in the room when it happens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why do theatres leave a single, bare bulb burning centre-stage overnight? Virginia Gay steps out of her directorial role of Mackenzie and onto the Wax Quizzical battlefield, going head to head with Stan (Damien Callinan) who's pretty alright at trivia, Sir Robert Nida (Ben Russell) who taught Cate how to Blanchett and Virginia how to Gay, and Miles Turd (Amy Ruffle) who lives in an alternate universe with no gravity so has to be stuck to stuff. It's a new LIVE episode of Wax Quizzical with host Kyran Nicholson Wax Quizzical Live Tickets: https://www.comedyrepublic.com.au/event/38:591/38:2223/ Virginia Gay: Mackenzie: https://www.artscentremelbourne.com.au/whats-on/2026/seasons/bell-shakespeare/mackenzie Amy Ruffle: Vampire: https://www.comedyrepublic.com.au/event/38:566/38:2162/ Comedy Republic Replay Festival: https://www.comedyrepublic.com.au/ The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why does British tradition insist that at least six ravens are always kept at the Tower of London, their wings clipped so they can't fly away? Alex Ward is back for another crack, straight off a stand-up gig in Hobart and still a bit haunted by how she went here last time. Talking her through it: Mr. Trivia, holder of the world record for the worst trivia performance in history, who just wants to get one right so he can retire; Blade, who has worked out that the politicians were all replaced with crabs; and Sarah, a Dutch historian whose every source turns out to be AI-generated. They all seem to have plenty of theories and no answers. It's a new LIVE episode of Wax Quizzical with host Kyran Nicholson, Lena Moon and Pedro Cooray. Wax Quizzical Live: https://www.comedyrepublic.com.au/event/38:591 Alex Ward: Literally Anyone at Replay Festival: https://www.comedyrepublic.com.au/event/38:565 Greg Larsen: Unrelenting Ultra-Violence at Replay Festival: https://www.comedyrepublic.com.au/event/38:583 Lena Moon: Sounds Like A Brag at Replay Festival: https://www.comedyrepublic.com.au/event/38:580 The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In 1932 the Australian military declared war on an animal. What animal, and who won? Geraldine Hickey is back, live in front of an audience this time - she previously scored a suspiciously perfect 10 with Google open under the table. Keeping her honest: Tiffany the perfect girlfriend (expert in baking, beds and being somewhere between 18 and 35), Marguerite, a French sommelier living under France who invented cornflakes with her toes, and the devil, who is South African and has had a big week. Hoping for an honest two out of ten, and not a search engine in sight. A new episode of Wax Quizzical with host Kyran Nicholson, Mish Wittrup, Barney Pollock and Taylor Griffiths. The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What is a group of flamingos called? Wil Anderson is back for a second crack, still chasing his all-time high of five. Helping him: Smooth Thomas, the smoothest boy in the world; Grain, a Brisbane man who picked up a Berlin accent in two months; and Lorne Pathway, who sells cigarettes to children. Between them they have a lot of opinions and very few facts. A new episode of Wax Quizzical with host Kyran Nicholson, Ben Russell and Taylor Griffiths. The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What is the deadliest animal to humans each year? Oliver Coleman thinks it's hippos, then humans, then gets quite cross about the whole premise. Standing by to help: Old Bernard (a duck farmer down to one finger), Gulliver (100ft tall, six months into a relationship with a colossal squid), and Limerick the Traffic Troll, who lives under the Westgate Bridge and is, against all odds, the most helpful caller in the show's history. A new episode of Wax Quizzical with host Kyran Nicholson, Pedro Cooray and Taylor Griffiths. The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Which animal did a Chinese zoo try to pass off as a lion? Mish Wittrup has 65% confidence rating on John Leguizamo trivia. Helping her: Gazelle (currently casting a children's version of Rent, no edits), the Swedish Chef's cousin (who lost the only car in Sweden), and a small capsicum who really connects with the Carolina Reaper. Between them, they cover marine biology, ketamine history, and the correct lyrics to a Kanye West quote. A new episode of Wax Quizzical with host Kyran Nicholson, Tiana Hogben and Tim Hewitt. The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wax Quizzical Live at Comedy Republic! Get ready for a chaotic, high-energy live episode of Wax Quizzical , recorded straight from the heart of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival at Comedy Republic ! Host Kyran Nicholson is joined by Australian comedy legend Rove McManus and Michelle Brasier aka. Bondelle as they attempt to tackle trivia with a little help from some very "special" guests. Get your tickets to see Wax Quizzical live at the comedy festival now! The Trivia Team Contestant: The one and only Rove McManus , aiming to beat the show's average score of 4/10. The Brains Trust: Brittish locomotive driver Bondelle aka Michelle Brasier. Special Guest Appearances Watch out for "calls" from some very familiar voices (and a few unexpected ones) as the trivia heat turns up: Identical Twins : Who are not creepy at all. English Mario : from British Nintendo. Macie : Teenage Chuck-E-Cheese employee. Michael Caine : From the Mummy and The Mummy Returns. Glambot Lady : From the red carpet. Jobe Sweetwater : Attorney at law. Kyran's Neighbour : The oldest lesbian in Fitzroy, and a nonna. Starring: Rove McManus and Michelle Brasier. Featuring: Ben Russell and Taylor Griffiths. Host: Kyran Nicholson. Recorded Live at Comedy Republic for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What is the only even prime number? Damian Callinan has a theory. So does Christopher Nolan, Mrs Terrance, Jeff from Innisfail, and a creature from Goulburn - and they're all calling in to make sure you hear it. A new episode of Wax Quizzical with host Kyran Nicholson, Barney Pollock and Millie Holten. The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What extra skill do sloths have? Geraldine Hickey is on the case. Helping her: LilTug49, Speeding Lars from Finland, and Tony the New York Realtor. Between them they have a lot of opinions and very few facts. A new episode of Wax Quizzical with host Kyran Nicholson, Lena Moon and Barney Pollock. The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What colour is octopus blood? Tom Ballard is going to get this. Winnie the Pooh, Ursula the Sea Witch, Batman, and a cloud are standing by to help. At least two of those are marine biology experts, probably. A new episode of Wax Quizzical with host Kyran Nicholson, Tiana Hogben and Tim Hewitt. The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Who the heck is Barbara Millicent Roberts? Claire Hooper is fairly sure she knows this one. Yazmin2Krazy, a pufferfish, Millie Bobby Brown, and the shocked emoji are less sure — but significantly louder. A new episode of Wax Quizzical with host Kyran Nicholson, Amy Ruffle and Alistair Baldwin. The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get ready for a chaotic, high-energy live episode of Wax Quizzical, recorded straight from the heart of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival at Comedy Republic! What are Trisha Paytas' baby names? Lazy Susan is here to answer that question and 9 others with the aid of Chris Parker and the brains trust (inc. Clippy, A Witch, Barry the Cop and a JB Hi Fi employee). Get your tickets to the Witchy Girls Screenings here: https://www.comedyrepublic.com.au/the... Watch the Witchy Girls HERE on Comedy Republic Originals! @ComedyRepublicTV Support the Witchy Girls here: https://www.thewitchygirls.com/ Find Lazy Susan here: Instagram: / mslazysusan TikTok: / mslazysusan Find Chris Parker here: Instagram: / chrisparker11 Facebook: / itschrisparker TikTok: / chrisparkernz The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here: https://www.comedyrepublic.com.au/eve... Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes every other week and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. About Wax Quizzical: A fully improvised quiz show where the experts are idiots. Kyran Nicholson and his celebrity guest see just how badly they go attempting a quiz - with the trusty assistance of the brains trust phoning in (read: the best improv comedians in Melbourne/The World deep, and sometimes shallow, in character). If you like improv comedy, this is for you. The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Botanically speaking, what is a Banana? Wil Anderson is here to answer that question and 9 others with the aid of the brains trust (inc. Jobe Sweetwater, a Boost Juice employee, and a romance novelist). Get your tickets to see Wil at Melbourne International Comedy Festival HERE: https://www.comedyrepublic.com.au/event/38:527/ The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How big is the world's largest snowball? Alasdair Tremblay-Birchall is here to answer that question and 9 others with the aid of the brains trust (inc. Alexander Graham Bell, Katy Perry in Space, and an IKEA support line worker). The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ever wondered how long a chicken can live without a head? Gillian Cosgriff is here to answer that question and 9 others with the aid of the brains trust (inc. The Riddler, an axolotl, and one of the members of Devil Eye, like Queer Eye - but devil). The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
David Quirk is here to answer 10 questions with the aid of the brains trust (inc. Dave Hughes impersonator, Werner Herzog and Fred the Fish) Follow David Quirk here. The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Honor Wolff is here to answer 10 questions with the aid of the brains trust (inc. Microsoft Clippy, God/Devil and Mrs Clause) Hot Department at Melbourne International Comedy Festival: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/browse-shows/hot-department/ The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wax Quizzical will return in 2026, and we can't wait to share new eps with you. But while we were on our break we lost one of our dearest friends, Cal Wilson. And so before we put out any of those new episodes we first wanted to go back and re-listen to all of Cal's best moments. It just so happens that she had a lot of best moments - so please enjoy 2 hours of our friend of infinite jest, of most excellent fancy, Cal Wilson. The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We turn the tables to bring in Wax's 150th episode and put Kyran Wheatley in the Hot Seat! Hosting duties have been usurped by Sale of The Century's Glen Rich ( Ben Russell ), as Kyran gets his own shot at 10 questions with the aid of The Brains Trust consisting of proud Fur-Baby Mother, Sal ( Nat Harris ), and 1920s Actress Templestowe Plantagenet ( Cal Wilson ). Hosted by Glen Rich ( Ben Russell ) and recorded at Comedy Republic Edited by Luke Warlow We would love it if you joined the Brains Trust to help us make this show which you can do buy clicking the link below, or sending us a one time gift by clicking Support this show. If not, we'd love if you left us a little review in the podcast app of your choice (such as this one), or you know what - just tell someone who you think might like the show about the pod! The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
David Quirk is here to answer 10 questions with the aid of The Only Kid Who Got TayTay Tix (Claire Hooper) and open mic comedian Dave (Zoe Coombs Marr) David Quirk at Replay Festival: https://www.comedyrepublic.com.au/event/38:241/38:485/ Zoe Coombs Marr at Comedy Republic: https://www.comedyrepublic.com.au/event/38:269/38:513/ Hosted by Kyran Wheatley and recorded at Comedy Republic (but this week it was recorded by Kyran, which in retrospect is clearly a mistake) The improvisors on Wax are all members of Something Good - a weekly improv show, every Wednesday at Comedy Republic - tickets to Something Good are available here. Join the brains trust today to get bonus episodes and access to the full archive - plus, you'll be a part of the community that help us make this show. All eps recorded at Comedy Republic in the heart of Melbourne, Australia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
