2020

S4.E1 ∙ NewsBrake 01-03-23: New Year New Us Edition

Mon, Jan 02, 2023

We've put a brand new coat of paint on this rusty Sketchworks NewsBrake ship and now it's smooth sailing on the seas of stupidity for the new year. One thing that hasn't changed is our usual spectacular yet silly coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E2 ∙ NewsBrake 01-10-23: 150th Edition

Mon, Jan 09, 2023

It's our sesquicentennial episode. Which is a partially impressive term for a partially round number. We are once again partially funny this week with our impartial yet partially relevant coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E3 ∙ NewsBrake 01-17-2023: Duuuval Edition

Mon, Jan 16, 2023

It was a wild week. And NewsBrake correspondents were there capturing some of the wildest moments of this wild weekend. If it's happening and you need to know about it, we are THERE. If "there" happens to be a place to get food and beverages, all the better. Sketchworks NewsBrake - the News Stops Here.

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S4.E4 ∙ NewsBrake 01-24-23: Classified Edition

Mon, Jan 23, 2023

[REDACTED] [REDACTED] [REDACTED] [BLAH] [BLAH] [BLAH] Classified documents are all over the place these days, and quite frankly so are our jokes. Sketchworks NewsBrake once again brings you our [REDACTED] coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops [REDACTED] Here.

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S4.E5 ∙ NewsBrake 01-31-23: Dry January Edition

Mon, Jan 30, 2023

It's the last day of January, so what better time to start that Dry January thing that everyone has been doing. Sketchworks NewsBrake will see you on the other side after mixing up a potent cocktail of our usual shaken not stirred coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E6 ∙ NewsBrake 02-07-23: Chinese Spy Balloon Edition

Mon, Feb 06, 2023

Sure, the Super Bowl and the State of the Union address are happening this week but nobody cares about those. It's been all Chinese spy balloon all the time and as you well know, Sketchworks NewsBrake will jump onto any bandwagon that comes rolling by. We have team coverage, plus our usual Slowly drifting coverage of everything else that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E7 ∙ NewsBrake 02-14-23: Valentine's Day Edition

Mon, Feb 13, 2023

Love. Exciting and new. Or boring and worn out. That's what we are all basking in today. But romance isn't the only thing in the air. There is also the constant stench of current events. Sketchworks will break your heart with our shallow and horny coverage of everything that happened in the world last week.

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S4.E8 ∙ NewsBrake 02-21-23: Day After Edition

Tue, Feb 21, 2023

Is it just us, or did Tuesday come and go in a flash this week? All good things come to those who wait, and so does Sketchworks NewsBrake. This week we say farewell to The Village Theatre, our comedy home for the last eight-plus years, and bring you our usual (but delayed) coverage of everything else that happened in the world. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E9 ∙ NewsBrake 02-28-23: Leap Year Edition

Mon, Feb 27, 2023

There are so many calendar-related issues to worry about this time of year - spring forward, spring cleaning, spring chickens - it can be a little confusing. Hence we're hedging our bets on the whole leap year thing. What's not confusing is that it's Tuesday, which means Sketchworks NewsBrake's usual Bouncy coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E10 ∙ NewsBrake 03-07-2023: In Like a Lion Edition

Mon, Mar 06, 2023

The first NewsBrake edition of March comes roaring in as Allie O'Neill assumes host duties whilst Brian Troxell is on assignment. There's no need to fear, Allie is here. Want to know about everything that happened in the entire world last week? We gotcha covered. Sketchworks Comedy NewsBrake - the News Stops Here.

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S4.E11 ∙ NewsBrake 03-14-23: Pi Day Edition

Mon, Mar 13, 2023

Sketchworks NewsBrake is not above latching on to cheap calendar-related gimmicks, so May the Fourth be with you as you enjoy some 420 on this Pi Day. Sink back into your chair and enjoy our usual crusty coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E12 ∙ NewsBrake 3-21-2023: Countdown/Countup Edition

Mon, Mar 20, 2023

Calendar gimmicks keep popping up on Tuesdays and Sketchworks NewsBrake is here for it. Today's date is 3-2-1-2-3 so we are counting down and then counting up everything that happened in the world last week. It's all a bit nuanced, so just watch. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E13 ∙ NewsBrake 03-28-23: New Music Edition

Mon, Mar 27, 2023

In addition to covering everything that happened in the world last week, we debut a brand new music video by Princess Allie this week on Sketchworks NewsBrake to kick off our format change from covering the news to covering today's hottest hits. Sketchworks Comedy NewsBrake. The Tunes Stops Here.

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S4.E14 ∙ NewsBrake 04-04-23: Stress Edition

Mon, Apr 03, 2023

It's Stress Awareness month and hooboy there's plenty of stress to go around these days. Fortunately, there are some very successful ways to relieve stress. One of those ways is to watch Sketchworks NewsBrake make fun of everything that happened in the world last week. So do it. Sorry, we didn't mean to yell at you. The News Stops Here. Sorry, we yelled again.

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S4.E15 ∙ NewsBrake 04-11-23: Reflection Edition

Mon, Apr 10, 2023

Reflection on what's going on around us can lead to wisdom and insight. Sometimes, that insight is that what's going on around us is stupid. Sketchworks NewsBrake once again brings the stupid with our usual coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E16 ∙ NewsBrake 04-18-23: No Regrets Edition

Mon, Apr 17, 2023

And by "no regrets" we mean "regrets". The entire Sketchworks NewsBrake News Team shares their innermost, deepest regrets this week. Including some of our jokes as we once again bring you our usual coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. Sketchworks Comedy NewsBrake: The News Stops Here.

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S4.E17 ∙ NewsBrake 04-25-23: Staring Out the Window Edition

Mon, Apr 24, 2023

Today's events are so ridiculous, so unbelievable, so dumb, that sometimes all you can do is stand there and stare out the window. When you do, prop your phone up on the sill and let Sketchworks NewsBrake talk you down off the ledge with our usual coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E18 ∙ NewsBrake 05-02-23: Strike Edition

Mon, May 01, 2023

The writers have gone on strike, but we wrote this week's episode before it started, so we're good. But wait, we wrote this blurb after the strike started. Do blurbs count? While we consult with our blurb lawyers, enjoy Sketchworks NewsBrake's usual coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E19 ∙ NewsBrake 05-09-23: Vacation Edition

Mon, May 08, 2023

Trox is on vacation this week but he timed it poorly so we forced him to anchor this week's episode Sketchworks NewsBrake anyway. Crack open a tasty beverage and laugh at our brisk yet flavorful coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E20 ∙ NewsBrake 05-16-23: Swimsuit Edition

Mon, May 15, 2023

Swimming pools are now open across the country so Sketchworks NewsBrake is exposing our flabby out of shape news carcass whether you like it or not. Slather on some sunscreen and stare at our hot and humid coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E21 ∙ NewsBrake 05-23-23: Debt Ceiling Edition

Mon, May 22, 2023

Ceiling takes us away to where we've always heard it could be. Sketchworks NewsBrake is a dream and the wind to carry you. Get caught up in the reverie of our tranquil coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E22 ∙ NewsBrake 05-30-2023: Beaver Edition

Mon, May 29, 2023

Somewhere in this episode of Sketchworks NewsBrake, we have subtly and cunningly hidden an image of a beaver. If you spot it, comment below where and you could win a fabulous prize. While you're keeping an eye out, make sure to pay attention to our usual dammy coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E23 ∙ NewsBrake 06-06-2023: Wednesday Edition

Mon, Jun 05, 2023

Sketchworks NewsBrake always drops on Tuesday, which is why we call it Tuesday News Day. But we were so busy on Tuesday in rehearsal for our new live show Sketchy Solstice, which opens on Friday, that we didn't finish editing this week's episode in time for a Tuesday release. Instead, enjoy this special Wednesday Nens Day episode. The Nens Stops Here.

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S4.E24 ∙ NewsBrake 06-13-2023: Pride Edition

Mon, Jun 12, 2023

It's Pride Month, and Sketchworks NewsBrake has never met a celebration we won't join, drink too much, and embarrass ourselves at, so Happy Pride Month. Be sure to enjoy our usual vibrant coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E25 ∙ NewsBrake 06-20-23: New Mic Edition

Mon, Jun 19, 2023

With every passing week, it gets more and more difficult to write these blurbs. While we could make more of an effort, instead we're going to phone it in and mention that Trox is using a new wireless mic. Make sure you stare at it as you enjoy our usual wireless coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E26 ∙ NewsBrake 06-27-23: New York Edition

Mon, Jun 26, 2023

Lots of things happen in New York, but the most exciting news is that Sketchworks Comedy is going there in August to perform Vape The Musical. Watch our coverage of that and our bigly apple-y coverage of everything else that happened in the world - and New York -- last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E27 ∙ NewsBrake 07-04-23: Independence Day Edition

Mon, Jul 03, 2023

America turns 247 years young today, which is as old as we feel sometimes. For this special occasion, Sketchworks has a special episode of NewsBrake for all of you. Enjoy our correspondent reports about all things America. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E28 ∙ NewsBrake 07-11-23: Daylight Edition

Mon, Jul 10, 2023

Brian Troxell is off this week, which means that Sketchworks NewsBrake was filmed and edited in a timely fashion for a change. Enjoy watching us shine daylight on every single thing that happened in the world last week while it's still daylight. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E29 ∙ NewsBrake 07-18-23: Mostly Babs Edition

Mon, Jul 17, 2023

Brian Troxell is still away but Allie O'Neill, Babs and the Millard Man carry on with the show. Plenty of stuff happened this week around the world. You need to know about it. This is us telling you about it. Enjoy. Sketchworks NewBrake. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E30 ∙ Sketchworks NewsBrake 07-25-23: Returns and Exchanges

Mon, Jul 24, 2023

We hope you enjoyed our last two scintillating Sketchworks NewsBrake episodes because Brian is back this week bringing his merely moderately scintillating energy. But as usual we bring you our coverage of everything that happened in the world last week with free shipping. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E31 ∙ 08-01-23: Sturgeon Edition

Mon, Jul 31, 2023

No, not Barney Greengrass the Sturgeon King - tonight brings the sturgeon super moon. Which will have been visible in the sky for many, many hours by the time we post this week's episode of NewsBrake. If you're still awake, our super coverage of everything that happened in the world last week will send you off to dreamland.

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S4.E32 ∙ NewsBrake 08-08-23: Crazy Eights Edition

Mon, Aug 07, 2023

It's hot enough outside to drive everyone a little loopy. Which is fantastic for us, since it gives us lots of things to talk about. So put some ice cubes in your shorts and enjoy our cool coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E33 ∙ Sketchworks NewsBrake 08-15-23: Reptile Edition

Mon, Aug 14, 2023

Okay okay, everyone is talking about indictments, and to be honest we do too, but we also mention reptiles. And at this rate, every week could be an Indictment Edition, so we have to get creative. Warm up your cold blood and enjoy our scaly coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E34 ∙ Sketchworks NewsBrake 08-22-23: NYC Edition

Mon, Aug 21, 2023

Sketchworks Comedy is off to New York City this week to perform #VapeTheMusical for three shows this weekend, but we also know we have a duty to bring you our take on world events. So step back from the subway tracks and enjoy our coverage of everything that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E35 ∙ Sketchworks NewsBrake 08-29-23: Home Coming Edition

Mon, Aug 28, 2023

Those of us who went to NYC to perform #VapeTheMusical are back home and settling into our old routines. Like bringing you Sketchworks NewsBrake. Settle into your old routine chair and enjoy our anything-but-routine coverage of every single thing that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E36 ∙ NewsBrake 09-05-23: Back to Work Edition

Mon, Sep 04, 2023

Labor Day is over. The unofficial end of summer has passed. Face it - there's no more fun. Time to get back to the drudgery of daily life. But here's something to lift your spirits: an episode of Sketchworks NewsBrake. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E37 ∙ NewsBrake: 09-12-23: Beef Jerky Edition

Mon, Sep 11, 2023

As when making beef jerky, Sketchworks NewsBrake trims current events into lean cuts, marinates it, and dehydrates it to prevent spoilage. Which may be our worst metaphor yet. Enjoy our ready-to-eat savory coverage of each single thing that happened in the world last week. The news stops here.

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S4.E38 ∙ NewsBrake 09-19-23: Donuts Edition

Mon, Sep 18, 2023

We will bet you dollars to donuts that Sketchworks NewsBrake is your leading source of news and information. And this week - groping. Crack your knuckles, lean over your seat, and enjoy our dignified coverage of every single thing which happened in the entire world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E39 ∙ NewsBrake 09-26-23: They Live Edition

Mon, Sep 25, 2023

Sketchworks NewsBrake once again uncovers the secrets of the world that the global elite don't wan you to know - so put on your sunglasses, have a long fistfight in an alley, and enjoy our shocking coverage of every single thing that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E40 ∙ NewsBrake 10-03-23: Chaos Edition

Mon, Oct 02, 2023

We finished recording today before the House Republican circular firing squad sprang into action, but chaos is the name of the game in so many places these days. Sketchworks NewsBrake once again sorts everything into neat orderly piles. So grab your shovel and dig in to our unrepentant coverage of every other thing that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E41 ∙ NewsBrake 10-10-23: More Chaos Edition

Mon, Oct 09, 2023

Looks like we jumped the gun by calling last week's episode "Chaos Edition" as we're getting more of it this week. Good and hard. Sketchworks NewsBrake tries to make sense of it all, so grab your security blanket and watch through your fingers our coverage of every single thing which happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E42 ∙ NewsBrake 10-17-23: Postal Edition

Mon, Oct 16, 2023

Current events are too depressing, so let's have a Sketchworks NewsBrake look back on this day in history. In 1558, Poczta Polska, the Polish postal service, was founded. To this day, they are still attempting to deliver their first letter. Open your mailbox and enjoy our junk mail coverage of every single thing which happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E43 ∙ NewsBrake 10-24-23: M Edition

Mon, Oct 23, 2023

We passed 1000 YouTube subscribers this week, hence the title being the Roman numeral for 1000. M also stands for Midnight, which we posted this episode of Sketchworks NewsBrake well after. You win some, you lose some. Make yourself comfortable and enjoy our 'Mazing coverage of every single thing that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E44 ∙ NewsBrake 10-31-23: Viewer Comments Edition

Mon, Oct 30, 2023

It's Halloween 2023. And so this week Sketchworks NewsBrake brings you something truly spooky - some of our favorite YouTube comments from the last few months. So watch Babs, Allie, Lucindo, Amanda and Tim read some of the comments our episodes have received. Sketchworks NewsBrake. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E45 ∙ Sketchworks NewsBrake 11-07-23: Solid Golden Toilet Edition

Mon, Nov 06, 2023

A solid gold toilet is an excellent metaphor. And even better, it can be a metaphor for so many things, which saves us a lot of effort here in this description blurb. We're back with a regular episode this week so have a solid gold seat and enjoy our two-ply coverage of every single thing that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E46 ∙ Sketchworks NewsBrake 11-14-23: Australia Edition

Mon, Nov 13, 2023

We have an entire segment this week about news from Australia. But since we cover every single thing that happens in the world, it's tucked at the end. Mostly out of view. And it's probably poisonous. So grab your didgeridoo and have a blow on our aforementioned coverage of every single thing that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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S4.E47 ∙ Sketchworks NewsBrake 11-21-23: Family Edition

Mon, Nov 20, 2023

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S4.E49 ∙ Sketchworks NewsBrake 12-05-23: Mic In Shot Edition

Mon, Dec 04, 2023

T's a December to remember as @PrincessAllie finds her way in the anchor seat whilst regular presenter @troxbirds is away for... some reason. The question to ask yourself, as you watch Allie report on everything that happened in the world last week, is WILL Troxell return?? Sketchworks NewsBrake - the News Stops Here.

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S4.E51 ∙ NewsBrake 12-19-23: Sketchworks Wrapped Edition

Mon, Dec 18, 2023

It's our final episode of the year, and also the 199th episode of Sketchworks NewsBrake overall. Even more important, Sketchworks Wrapped is the name of our first live show of 2024. So you see, it all ties together. We're off next week so get ready for withdrawal symptoms, but in the meantime indulge in our intoxicating coverage of every single thing that happened in the world last week. The News Stops Here.

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