Real Time with Bill Maher…

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Real Time with Bill Maher is a talk show that airs weekly on HBO, hosted by comedian and political satirist Bill Maher. Real Time features a panel of guests who discuss current events in politics and the media. The guests are usually more well-versed in the subject matter: more experts such as journalists, professors and politicians participate in the panel, and fewer actors and celebrities are included. Additionally, many guests appear via satellite.

The format of the show usually features an opening current events or political skit, followed by the credits and a comedy monologue. Maher then interviews an important figure via satellite or in-studio before sitting down with three panel guests for an extensive debate. Halfway through the panel session, Maher does a comedy skit that usually satirizes current news.

Following the comedy bit, Maher interviews another figure via satellite or in-studio. The format varies, with two or three people on the interview panel. Maher explains that the format is not rigid and that they prefer live interviews to satellite interviews.[4] Near the end of every episode, Maher has a segment called “New Rules” which serves as a humorous editorial on popular culture and American politics.[5] The final “New Rule” segues into Maher’s closing editorial monologue.

Also, Real Time only produces one episode a week which is broadcast live and an hour-long program with a studio audience, airing live on Friday nights at 10:00 PM (ET). It originates from Studio 33 (“The Bob Barker Studio”) at CBS Television City in Los Angeles. Check out this video where Bill and his guest answer fan questions.

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