Tractor Monkeys

2013
Ended
Comedy
~30m / ep
2 seasons

Tractor Monkeys is a comedy quiz show that has mined ABC TV's wonderful wonderful, eye opening and at times disturbing material to create a romp through recent fads, trends and social phenomena. With a bunch of some of Australia's best comedians along for the ride, Tractor Monkeys will see surprise appearances, bizarre objects being sprung on unsuspecting team members and moments of planned or random chaos. In the driver's seat Merrick Watts is joined by team captains Dave O'Neil and Monty Dimond. The teams will comprise the cream of Australia's comedic talent. It's a chance for them to reminisce about growing up in Australia, share their teenage secrets, laugh at how much we have changed or cringe at how much we haven't. It's a fine line between sweet nostalgia and blatant ridicule!

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Latest: Series 2 · 2013

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E1. Fashion
Sep 25, 2013 · 30m
We look at the fashion trends and fads that we have been obsessed with over the last 40 years. Joining Merrick, Dave and Monty are Kerri-Anne Kennerley, James Kerley, Mark Trevorrow and Hannah Gadsby.
E2. Love
Oct 2, 2013 · 30m
We explore Australian love stories and how our attitude to everything from making out in public to what women find attractive in a man is still the same. Guests are Noeline Brown, Mel Buttle, Shane Jacobson and Adam Richard.
E3. Family
Oct 9, 2013 · 30m
We explore what the typical Aussie family is, from 60s housewives to hippy families of the 70s and the now rarely seen Noeline and Laurie from 'Sylvania Waters'. Guests: Denise Scott, Sammy J, Rob Carlton and Rosie Beaton.
E4. TV
Oct 16, 2013 · 30m
More than almost anything else, television has shaped our imaginations over the last 60 years. Tonight we start with a look at the stuff-ups, TV we loved as kids, and what made us fans of TV in the first place.
E5. Technology
Oct 23, 2013 · 30m
Tonight the teams talk about technology. From talking watches to robot bartenders - we have always wanted the latest toy. Guests are Max Walker, Tom Ballard, Ed Kavalee and Claire Hooper.
E6. Sport And Leisure
Oct 30, 2013 · 30m
Tonight we celebrate the great Australian priority - sport and leisure. Joining Merrick, Dave and Monty to reminisce and share their stories are Adam Zwar, Jean Kitson, Peter Helliar and Sarah Kendall.