# DOUBLE FEATURE w/ Joe Wilkinson, Rachel Riley, Tess Daly & Tony Law | 8 Out of 10 Cats Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iwWKefqoseM Recap page: https://rapidrecap.app/video/iwWKefqoseM Generated: 2026-01-10T09:34:01.979+00:00 --- ## Quick Overview The episode of 8 Out of 10 Cats covers topics including the cost and completion date of the HS2 rail line, the percentage of people who know what a pedicure is, an anecdote involving Mario Balotelli, the unpopularity of politicians who support same-sex marriage among some polls, the Iranian space program's monkey launch, and the general sentiment that most people secretly want a different job or that couples annoy each other with their habits, culminating in an overall victory for the team captained by Jon Richardson. **Key Points:** - 37% of Brits cited 'Epic Rail' (HS2) as the most talked-about thing, with subsequent discussion revealing the project's high cost (£32.7 billion) and expected completion in 2033 (01:57, 02:35). - The poll result that 20% of men do not know what a pedicure is (01:22) led to an anecdote about the difficulty of getting men to attend to things like pedicures or horse-related issues. - 72% of people would rather be in a band than be a solo singer, according to a Harris Interactive poll from February 2013 (01:00, 03:56). - A poll revealed that 48% of people would rather be buried in a car park than in a church, sparking discussion about the appropriateness of burial locations (02:22, 02:54). - Jimmy Carr revealed that 54% of people believe most people secretly want to do another job, and 55% believe "You May Now Kiss The Groom" is more popular than "Red Yum" in terms of public interest (05:57, 03:16). - The final round, 'Pick of the Polls,' featured a statistic that 62% of people find the most annoying thing couples do is argue in front of others (02:28, 03:57). - Jon Richardson's team ultimately won the final scores, although the exact final scores were not clearly stated before the credits rolled (04:50, 05:56). ![Screenshot at 00:01: The opening graphic flashes statistics related to public opinion, including an image of Andy Murray related to a poll where 97% of Brits believe that...](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/iwWKefqoseM/00-00-01.jpg) **Context:** This episode of the panel show '8 Out of 10 Cats,' hosted by Jimmy Carr, features team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson, with guests Tess Daly, Kian Egan, Tony Law, and Stephen Mangan (though not all guests are clearly visible in team groupings). The show centers around guessing the results of opinion polls conducted by Harris Interactive in January and February 2013, covering various lighthearted social topics. ## Detailed Analysis The episode begins with a fast-paced introduction featuring various poll statistics overlaid on colorful, glitchy graphics, referencing topics like Andy Murray (00:01), the Royal Wedding (00:02), Mo Farah (00:03), and Barack Obama (00:05). Jimmy Carr then welcomes the audience and the two teams: Sean Lock's team (including Tony Law and Stephen Mangan, dressed in a pirate-like costume) and Jon Richardson's team (including Tess Daly, Chris Ramsey, and Joe Wilkinson). The first round focuses on poll results. The first statistic revealed is that 37% of Brits discussed the HS2 rail line (01:57), which costs £32.7 billion and is set for completion in 2033 (02:35). This is followed by a discussion where John Richardson jokes about the cost and how it could have funded a 'Knighting' service (03:50). The second topic reveals that 20% of men don't know what a pedicure is (01:22), leading to comedian anecdotes. Next, 72% of people prefer being in a band over being a solo singer (03:56), a fact that elicited laughter and agreement from the guests. Another poll showed 23% would rather be buried in a car park than a church (03:16). The third question reveals that 54% of people would rather be in a band than a solo singer, which surprises some guests (03:55). The final round, 'Pick of the Polls,' asks what the most annoying thing couples do, with the correct answer being that 62% of people find it annoying when couples argue in public (02:28). The episode concludes with Jimmy Carr announcing the scores, revealing a draw between the teams, and thanking the audience and guests (04:50, 05:56). ### Poll Results - HS2 discussion - 37% of Brits discussed HS2, costing £32.7 billion and due in 2033 - 20% of men don't know what a pedicure is - 72% prefer being in a band over a solo singer - 54% secretly want a different job (00:57, 03:56, 01:22) ### Guest Anecdote - Tony Law's story about his friend whose wife found out he lied about his career and was caught on tape confessing to paying for prostitutes (02:50, 06:48) ### Panel Discussion - The panelists debate various poll topics, often leading to laughter and personal anecdotes, such as John Richardson's suggestion to tell his younger self not to get a tattoo of a horse's rear end (04:53, 05:03) ### Pick of the Polls Round - The final round question concerned the most annoying thing couples do, with the top answer being arguing in front of others (02:28, 04:44) ### Final Scores - Sean Lock's team scored 3 points, Jon Richardson's team scored 1 point (45:57) ![Screenshot at 00:01: The opening graphic flashes statistics related to public opinion, including an image of Andy Murray related to a poll where 97% of Brits believe that...](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/iwWKefqoseM/00-00-01.jpg) ![Screenshot at 03:05: Panelists discuss the HS2 rail line cost, with John Richardson gesturing wildly, suggesting it could fund a 'Knighting' service \(03:05\).](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/iwWKefqoseM/00-03-05.jpg) ![Screenshot at 06:05: Jimmy Carr reacts with amusement after a discussion about a public argument between a couple \(06:05\).](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/iwWKefqoseM/00-06-05.jpg) ![Screenshot at 08:15: Sean Lock's team member bursts into laughter after a punchline from Jimmy Carr \(08:15\).](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/iwWKefqoseM/00-08-15.jpg) ![Screenshot at 03:40: The score graphic reveals the top three most talked-about things, with 'Epic Rail' at 37% and 'Window Shopping' at 24% \(03:40\).](https://ss.rapidrecap.app/screens/iwWKefqoseM/00-03-40.jpg)