NewsRadio season 1

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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.

Contents

[edit] Pilot

[edit] 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.

[edit] 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 Duke."
  • 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.

[edit] Inappropriate

[edit] 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.

[edit] 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

[edit] Summary

Bill is having trouble complying with a new anti-smoking ordinance, so Dave tries to help him quit.

[edit] 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

[edit] Summary

Coverage of a subway accident is hampered by petty jealousies surrounding Matthew's new desk.

[edit] Big Day

[edit] 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.

[edit] 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)

[edit] Summary

Lisa is worried about Bill's motivation for taking Beth to a broadcaster's luncheon.

[edit] Sweeps Week

[edit] Summary

Dave's ex-girlfriend from Wisconsin arrives for a visit, under the assumption that they are still dating.



Next: NewsRadio season 2