Qi Season 10 Episode 9
Qi
Season 10

Ep 9. Illness

  • TV-MA
  • November 4, 2011
  • 1740 min
  • 7.0  (105)

In season 10, episode 9 of the British comedy panel show "QI," titled "Illness," the host Sandi Toksvig leads a discussion on various medical conditions and diseases. Sandi is joined by regular panelists Alan Davies, Josh Widdicombe, Cariad Lloyd, and special guest Noel Fielding.

The episode starts with Sandi explaining the history of the Black Death and how it decimated Europe in the 14th century. She also delves into the origins of various illnesses and diseases, such as smallpox and tuberculosis, and how they affected the course of human history.

The panelists are then introduced to a medical mystery- how can someone die from laughter? This leads to a hilarious discussion on joke-telling and how it can be a lethal weapon, with the panelists sharing their favorite jokes and puns. They also touch upon the concept of "gallows humor" and how it has been used as a coping mechanism for those facing death.

The next topic of discussion is medical myths and misconceptions, such as the belief that drinking milk causes phlegm, or that being cold can cause a cold. Sandi puts the panelists' knowledge to the test by presenting them with a list of medical conditions and asking them to guess if they are real or fictional. The results are both surprising and humorous.

One of the highlights of the episode is a segment on the history of medicine, where Sandi reveals some bizarre medical practices from the past, such as bloodletting and trepanation (drilling a hole in the skull to relieve pressure). The panelists share their thoughts on the absurdity of these treatments and how the medical field has evolved over time.

The episode concludes with a discussion on illness and comedy, specifically how comedians have used their own experiences with illness to create humorous material. The panelists share their personal stories of illness and how they have used humor to cope with their conditions.

Overall, "QI" season 10, episode 9 provides a unique, informative, and hilarious take on the world of medicine and illness. The panelists' witty banter and Sandi's entertaining hosting make for a must-watch episode for fans of the show.

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  • First Aired
    November 4, 2011
  • Content Rating
    TV-MA
  • Runtime
    1740 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.0  (105)