Day 8: The Fallout

Day 8: "The Fallout" is a Broadcast in. It is the second playable broadcast in the game and features the introduction of the Headlines System.

Pre-Broadcast
Dave calls Alex Winston like he did yesterday, and guides them through setting up the Broadcast Room for the day. When loading up the adverts, Dave comments that Alex should think about the adverts they play, as their decisions have consequences.

After the adverts are finished being loaded up, Dave talks about the Headlines System, which has been fixed and is now working again. He gives an introduction to the system, mentioning the clock that counts down how long there is left to choose a headline, and the A and B buttons at the bottom of the Vision Mixer, which have to do with picking between Headline A or Headline B on the bottom of the screen.

Dave once again brings up how Alex's decisions have consequences, mentioning that the pictures they choose to show of people will affect how the public will perceive them, which will affect their lives. Before he ends the call, he wishes Alex good luck, telling them to, just like the adverts, choose carefully, and that if he has time, he'll call them at the next break.

The previous show on Channel One gives the summary of programming for the rest of the evening:
 * UP NEXT - National Nightly News
 * 7pm - Peter Clement's Just The Job - a retrospective of some of the best moments of the show.
 * 9pm - Truth to Power - Megan Wolfe sits down for an exclusive interview with former Prime Minister Jacob Hamilton-Mann, where she'll be asking him where it all went so horribly wrong.
 * 10pm - Bullet Man - a bit of escapism with Laurence Blunderclatch's acclaimed action movie.
 * 12:15am - National Weather Report

Behind the scenes, Jenny and Jeremy Donaldson are in the middle of a conversation as Cath is applying makeup to him, with Jeremy discussing getting something for his sister's kid, "Mr Fuckletugs or something". Jenny asks if he means "Snugglehugs", with Jeremy confirming it, saying "That's the bastard!"

She recommends that he doesn't get one of those, telling him that her friend Janet says that hers gets really hot. Jeremy asks if the Janet that Jenny is referring to is the same one that thinks that dogs have their own secret language. Jenny affirms the statement, adding that she's "the one that mistrusts the moon".

Jeremy comments that she's not the best source of consumer advice then, with Jenny retorting that he shouldn't blame her when it explodes, proceeding to count down to the start of the broadcast.

Headlines
Jeremy starts the broadcast by greeting the viewers, and introducing the main headlines of the night:

Grievous Bodily Charm
Jeremy finishes the headlines by announcing that Megan Wolfe will be chatting with a group of young actors who are already experiencing the positive side of the new Assets and Wealth Act firsthand, and that they will be talking and performing later in the news broadcast.

Title Screen
The Day 8 title screen is on a red background with a digital clock counting down. A rotating wire-frame globe enters the screen, with clips of prior broadcasts circling around it. An explosion erupts beneath the globe as clips continue to circle around it.

Once all the clips have left the screen, red text with a white outline appear in front of the globe, saying "National Nightly News". Another explosion erupts, followed by white text with a red outline that says "With Jeremy Donaldson" appearing under the original text. All of the text fade away as the wire-frame globe shrinks and vanishes.

In the studio, whilst the title screen is being shown, Jenny announces a 30-second break, requesting that the quests are brought in quickly. Alan James enters, conversing with someone about how his book had to be made indestructible because people tried to set it on fire too much.

Katie Brightman takes a seat to the right of Jeremy, who shakes her hand and he thanks her for coming on. She replies, thanking him for having her. Alan takes a seat to the left of Jeremy, who shakes his hand as well, and says that he has no doubt that Jeremy has read his stuff. Jeremy retorts by saying that he tries not to, with Jenny butting in to tell him to behave.

Whilst Jeremy is preparing for the coming interview, Alan places a book down, with him glancing over and expressing annoyance at it. Jenny walks over and takes the book, counting down the end of the break.

Alan James and Katie Brightman Interview
Jeremy discusses the swift enactment of the Assets and Wealth act, talking about Advance's first week in office, and what the new future holds. He introduces the viewers to Katie Brightman, a leading economist, and Alan James, author of Alan James Is Right - The Free Man's Guide to Waking Up.

Jeremy turns to Alan, saying that the government certainly hasn't dragged their heels on delivering some of the legislation promised, continuing by asking him what the Wealth Act means to them. Alan replies, saying that it means nothing and that they're still vassal slaves, just in prettier cages.

Jeremy remarks that it's a confident dismissal, turning to Katie and asking if she agrees. She informs him that she doesn't agree, and believes that Advance has just realized that the current economic system of unlimited, unending growth is untenable, so they're changing things up. Alan replies, stating that he agrees with Katie, continuing by saying that Advance is moving to the next steps in the Grand Plan.

Jeremy curiously asks Alan what he means by that, who says that it's all in his book, placing another down. He continues by saying that they're to become the Great Herd - Ignorant, sterile, and short-lived.

Katie rebuts Alan's claim, saying that perhaps Advance has just realized that if they carry on in the way they are, that they'll destroy themselves as well as the planet in a mad orgy of consumption. Alan replies, stating that orgy is the right word, only that it will be the Overlords having an orgy on their poor, broken backs. Alan James once again claims that it's all in his book, but before he can finish saying its title, Jeremy interrupts, finishing Alan James' statement with "Shamelessly Self-Promoting?"

Alan James' second book gets taken away, and Jeremy then asks Katie how she thinks the rest of the world will respond to Advance's new approach. She replies by stating that she thinks they are watching carefully, with Advance being the most disruptive threat that the World Powers have faced since the last great war. Alan James agrees with Katie, saying that she's right, and that war is inevitable.

Katie thanks Alan, and tries to tell him something, but gets interrupted by him, who continues in regards to his previous statement, saying that it will not be a war like they've ever seen before, that he's talking about there being millions of deaths, talking about high-tech weapons that can level entire cities, and before he can continue saying what he's talking about for the third time, he gets interrupted by Jeremy, who finishes his statement once again, this time with "Out of the wrong orifices?"

Alan replies, saying that Jeremy can mock him all he likes, continuing by asking him that when they murder his parents, poison his food, and take him away to their camps for hypno-brainwashing, who will be laughing then?

Katie informs Alan that it might be a great way to sell books, but that it isn't going to happen in a democracy, who replies by stating that democracy is dead. Katie, in regards to his previous statement, continues, saying that Advance is radical, and change is always frightening, but the truth is that the Wealth and Assets Act has made 90% of the population wealthier, and is on target to produce a permanent end to poverty.

Alan spouts vulgar slang and claims that what Katie doesn't understand is that the people behind the Assets and Wealth Act are the same people, and while they've rebranded, it's all a little circus act to keep the public from seeing the tyrant behind the curtain.

Katie states that that is where Alan is wrong and that for a start, they've mobilized the youth vote like never seen before. Alan interrupts Katie in the middle of speaking, who says that while she calls it mobilizing, he calls it the grooming of an entire generation to walk happily into eternal bondage, adding on that they're like psychic paedophiles.

Once Alan has finished talking, Jeremy does, asking Katie for her predictions. She replies by saying that the Assets and Wealth act is only the first step, and that Advance now has a historic budgetary surplus and as well as properly funding public services, they've already begun funnelling unprecedented amounts into scientific research and the Arts.

Alan places a third book down, referencing his book again, saying that in it, he calls scientific research and the Arts "FrankenScience and Opiarts." Jeremy then asks if they can get back to the issue at hand, with Alan claiming that this is the issue and that it's all coming from the water and chemicals, which are being pumped full of Belief Juice.

Katie begins speaking again, saying that she wants to see those changes, but only if they're sustainable, and if Advance loses their power after spending half of the GDP on dismantling infrastructure, that it could be catastrophic. Alan replies, claiming that the catastrophe is that they are succeeding, and that they've got them sat on the news talking about their puppet show.

Jeremy states that they are running out of time in the interview, asking Alan what the future looks like to him, who tells Jeremy that its a bleak space where they've all been figuratively sodomised into submission. Jeremy retorts, saying "Of course", then asking Katie for her views, who tells him that they might be on the eve of a brave new world, and that while they need some change, that they need to be cautious, and should walk forwards with their eyes open.

Jeremy ends the segment by saying that those are two very different visions of the future, thanking the two for joining him. Jeremy preceeds to inform the viewers of the second and third segment, and that when the break is over, he will be investigating Law and Order before Megan meets some beneficiaries of the Assets and Wealth Act.

Break 1
Jenny announces a minute-long break, and Jeremy turns to Katie, saying that he thinks the Assets and Wealth Act might do some good, with her replying that she hopes so too.

Alan interrupts the conversation by asking Katie how much she's getting paid to say that, who responds by telling him to shut the fuck up, and that she's never heard so much shit in her life. He retorts by saying that they'll see who's full of shit.

Katie responds to what Alan has said by saying that she can explain it to him, but she can't understand it for him, walking off. Alan confusedly says that he doesn't know what she meant by that, with Jeremy shrugging.

During the break, Dave calls Alex, asking how the broadcast is going, retracting the question moments later by saying that he doesn't care, and hates the news. He tells Alex that he'll see them later, before hanging up.

Back in the studio, Jeremy and Jenny are in the middle of a conversation discussing Megan, although not outright saying her name, with Jeremy telling her that he's just saying that he will do what he can. Jenny replies claiming bullshit he will, that Megan is good, and he knows she is. He responds by saying that he's said that he's put a word in, and that's all he can do.

Jenny announces that there are 10 seconds before the end of the break, asking Jeremy if "little JD" is scared of the big bad Cultural Reporter, proceeding to count down to the end of the break, with Jeremy retorting that if the nickname sticks, he will destroy her.

Pre-Interview
Jeremy welcomes the viewers back, and informs them that in the current segment, they'll be taking a deep dive into the state of law and order in the country. He continues, mentioning Advance, and how they already have tasked what they call a "Solutions Team" to move the serious social problem to the top of the list. He finishes the pre-interview portion by saying that tonight, he'll be going behind the headlines to meet the people who live with the Criminal Justice system every day of their lives.

Gregory Judge Interview
Jeremy begins the interview with Gregory, introducing him as a lawyer who sees the problems close up on the front line. He asks if Gregory can hear him, who replies, telling Jeremy that he can, and thanking him for having him.

Jeremy starts off by asking Gregory what it is like on the front line of the hard face of the cold hand of justice. He replies, telling Jeremy that as he'd imagine, they are massively understaffed in the country, and are working every hour they can just to try and cope with the caseloads on their desks. Jeremy asks if the understaffing issue affects the quality of support that can be offered, with Gregory responding that they can barely keep up with demand and that there simply isn't enough being done at a systemic level to relieve the problem, and that they need more support from ministers.

While Gregory is talking, his wife Helen enters the room, interrupting him while he's speaking. He turns to her and asks what she's doing, then turns back to the screen and continues speaking in regards to what he was saying prior to being interrupted, stating that change needs to be made at a structural level. Helen interrupts him again, telling him that she's leaving. Gregory informs her that it's not a good time to be having a conversation such as that, but she retorts saying that it never is, and that she'll be at her mother's. As Helen turns to walk out of the door, he asks her to hang on, and requests for her to give him five minutes, as he's talking to Jeremy Donaldson.

In response to what Gregory said, Helen asks if he's mentioned his affairs. Gregory tells her that he hasn't, but then turns to Jeremy and tries to play it off as him referencing the affairs of the Justice Department, adding that it's what they should be concerned about.

Helen greets Jeremy, who in turn greets her. Gregory goes back to speaking, saying that legislation is needed to relieve pressure on their public services, before Helen chimes in again, apologizing for interrupting the news and requesting if Jeremy can give her a moment to tell Gregory that she's leaving him. Jeremy permits it, saying that he totally understands, commenting that it's quite the picture of a burdened legal sector, thanking Gregory for joining him, who nods as acknowledgement in response.

After Gregory's part of the interview ends, he turns to Helen, saying that he cannot believe her, and that he would've expected such from her sister, but not her. Helen asks him when he's going to realize that she's not her sister. Gregory retorts, stating that between the drinking and the arse, he's very aware. He turns away from Helen as she walks out of the door.

Robert Peele Interview
Jeremy begins the interview with Robert, referring to him as Bob, and introducing him as the Police Chief Constable as well as a man with a very different perspective on the Nation's crime. Jeremy asks him if he thinks that there is a problem with a system, and he replies stating that he's sure everyone thinks such, and long for a return to the days when they could safely walk the streets of their community at night, looking in through windows and generally enjoying their neighbours without the risk of being terrorized by a thug with a knife or a cosh.

Jeremy asks Robert if he feels the streets simply aren't safe anymore, adding onto it by asking him where they've gone wrong. He replies to Jeremy, telling him that it's not a simple question, but he thinks that it all comes down to moral decay, and that they've diluted their culture and lost touch with what it means to be a citizen of their once-great country. He adds on saying that as the vicar noted in Sunday's sermon, that they probably shouldn't have banned hanging.

He is then asked by Jeremy what he attributes the moral decay to, responding that it's mainly foreigners, gays, and gypsies. He then goes on to claim that it's all in the bible, and that Leviticus clearly states something, but gets interrupted before he can finish his sentence due to a gimp escaping. Robert tells Jeremy to hang on a moment, informing him of said gimp escaping, before requesting that his wife Delia gives him a little help.

Robert continues speaking in regards to what he was saying prior to being interrupted by the gimp, saying that Jesus didn't like immigrants much. Jeremy asks for clarification from him, asking whether or not he thinks that it is the immigrants who are responsible for the moral decay. He responds to Jeremy affirmatively, before turning back to the gimp, referred to as Clive, and demanding he get back in his box. Delia then enters the room as Robert tells her that he could really use a little help in regards to the gimp's escape. She apologies for the delay, and informs him that she was spaying the badgers.

Delia is then requested to put Clive back in his box, as Robert is currently talking to Jeremy, and unable to help at the moment. She turns to Clive, spanking him and informing him that it is Wednesday, before demanding he gets back in his gimp space.

As this is occurring, Jeremy attempts to keep the interview moving, asking Robert whose responsibility it is to make a change. He replies, telling Jeremy that it is certainly not the responsibility of the decent, good, white people, but before he can finish his sentence, Delia asks him where the padlock for the gimp box is. He then tells Jeremy to hold on for a moment as he stands up to aid Delia. She continues to get Clive back in his gimp space, before Robert tells him that he is not having that again, acquiring the padlock.

He returns to his seat, telling Jeremy of moral decay, and that crime is the responsibility of the criminal, and no one else. He continues, saying that everyone has a sob story, but they don't all end up as barbarians. He adds on to his statement by saying that when his daughter Alice comes home with an A=, she doesn't go on a killing spree, and instead takes three of her pills and hides under the stairs, finishing his statement by saying that his daughter's actions are like that of a normal child.

Jeremy thanks Robert for really locking down the police's position on morality, ending his part of the interview. Once over, Delia manages to return Clive to his box, as Robert comes over with the padlock. As he and Delia attempt to lock the gimp box that Clive resides in, he tells her that he spoke to Mallory at the bridge club, and that the hall is absolutely fine for Sunday.

Delia replies, saying that the news is marvellous, and informing Robert that she booked his mother in for a hearing test, continuing by asking Robert how his IBS has been. Before an answer can be given, the signal is lost.

Tony Dawson Interview
Jeremy begins the interview with Tony, claiming that it's finally time to get to the heart of the matter, informing the viewers that Tony has recently been released from prison after serving 3 years for aggravated assault, burglary, and menacing a swan, adding on that he also believes that it is Tony's birthday.

He greets Tony, who returns the greeting, and requests that he is called Tit-Wank Tony, as everybody else does. Jeremy responds by saying that he is not going to do that, and asks Tony if he can say what it's like in prison. Tony corrects Jeremy on what was said in regards to his name, telling him that it's Tit-Wank Tony, and not just Tony. Guests can be heard in the background shouting "Waaay!"

Tony answers Jeremy's question, telling him that prison is a mixed bag, and that the structure is quite nice, but that it's a constant battle against institutionalization, as well as tit-wanks being hard to come by. Jeremy responds to him, saying that he's picking up that Tony is not alone. He is once again corrected in regards to Tony's name, with guests yet again shouting "Waaay!"

Tony apologizes, saying that his friends are throwing him a surprise party, and that they're a good bunch of lads. Jeremy informs him that he'll try and let Tony get back to the party as soon as possible. He then asks Tony if he feels as if his time spent in prison helped to rehabilitate him in any way. Tony, sounding frustrated, corrects Jeremy for the third time in regards to his name, and for the third time, guests can be heard shouting "Waaay!"

He tells Jeremy that he doesn't think that it's as easy as that. He is then interrupted by a doorbell ringing, before a guest shouts that it's open. Tony continues, saying that he thinks asking that is an over-simplification. Jeremy replies, saying that it sounds like it is getting quite busy at Tony's, but that they'll try and soldier on. He then asks Tony that since leaving custody, if he's been able to find a new job.

Tony replies, not answering his question, but instead informing him that all the boys are there. He introduces Big Chris, who appears from the right of the screen to shout "Oi oi!", Little Chris, who appears from the left of the screen to shout "Oi oi!", and finally Vampire Chris, who appears from behind the chair to hiss at the screen. A stripper then enters, asking if Tony is the one. Big Chris then replies to her, informing her that he is. Tony turns to her, and tells her to wait one second, as he's on the news.

He then answers Jeremy's question, telling him that rehabilitation is difficult with the current system, and that it's just not set up for it, and inherently unjust. The doorbell rings again, with Big Chris shouting that it's open. A clown then enters, interrupting Jeremy as he's about to ask a question, leaving him to ask Tony who the clown is. While this is occurring, the doorbell rings yet again, Big Chris once more shouting that it's open.

Tony replies to Jeremy's query as to who the clown is, telling him that he must be joking, and that Chrissy Three-Bollocks has only got Mr Fancyhole. A barbershop quartet then enters, singing the phrase "Tit-Wank". Tony turns to them, telling them not now, as he's on the news. The quartet looks down in shame, visibly upset by the news. The doorbell rings once more, but this time instead of Big Chris shouting that it's open, Little Chris does it instead.

Jeremy then tells Tony that it seems like he's been caught at a bad time, with Tony responding that he can't really hear Jeremy, as it's getting a bit busy. Another clown enters the room, as well as a woman who hands him a balloon animal, saying that it's "for the little boy". The doorbell, unsurprisingly, rings yet another time, with Big Chris returning to shout "Jesus!"

Jeremy then informs Tony that he seems to be losing Tony's signal, with Tony shouting "No fucking way!" in surprise at the appearance of Las Bolitas. The signal is then lost, with Jeremy saying that they're trying to get the signal back. The signal returns, with Jeremy trying to catch the attention of Tony, who cannot hear Tony due to music being played, as well as everyone partying crazily.

Jeremy then ends the interview with Tony, as well as the segment, by saying that it seems that they've lost their train of thought a little, and that hopefully the viewers at home have managed to glean a broader understanding of the serious and complex issues around law and order. He then proceeds to inform the viewers that, after the break, Megan will be live with some plucky young thespians.

Break 2
Jenny announces that they are back for a minute, going to Jeremy and telling him that the interview went well. He replies to her, telling her to piss off. She taunts Jeremy more, saying that it was "smooth, incisive journalism." He states that he can have her fired, but she tells him that he'd miss her charm.

During the break, Dave calls Alex, telling them that he hasn't got long, and is quite drunk. He then informs them that in the next segment, that there will be a bit of music, and that if they edit in time with the music, the viewers will love it. He then tells them not to worry if they don't, though, as they won't get punished for not doing so. Dave gives Alex one final tip, telling them that when the music starts, that they should turn down the Broadcast Volume. He then tells Alex to enjoy the music, commenting that he loves music, but is so pissed, and might go throw up in a bin.

Back in the studio, Megan and Jenny are in the middle of a conversation, with Megan asking where Jeremy is. Jenny replies, saying that he's probably banging his head against the wall in his dressing room. Megan then assures Jenny that she's got this and that she's just saying welcome back, and can't be that hard. Jenny tells her that it is all on her, before announcing that there are ten seconds left before the end of the break.

She then tells Alex that they're going to open on Megan on Camera two, before counting down to the end of the break.

Pre-Interview
Megan welcomes the viewers back, whilst accidentally pronouncing "black" instead of "back." She continues speaking, informing the viewers that on the night's culture spot, she'll be chatting with one of the first beneficiaries of the Assets and Wealth Act. She goes on to introduce the group as a team of inspiring young people from Scritchford Sixth Form College, who received a grant from Advance to take their tour "Hey! Friendship!" on a tour of local secondary schools.

Group Interview
Megan welcomes the group, starting with Harriet and Charlotte Winstanley-Dash-Hamilton, saying that they must be thrilled. Charlotte replies that they are, with Harriet adding on that they're honestly overwhelmed.

Megan continues, saying that she believes the two of them are sisters, asking if it's right. Harriet affirms the statement, telling Megan that Charlotte is her older sister, but gets interrupted by her, who says that she's the older and more popular one, only to laugh and say that she's only joking.

Geoff Algebra then informs Megan that Harriet and Tres were really the ones who came up with the whole idea of their play, with Tres stating that Harriet and himself were shooting the breeze in the cafeteria, and he said that they should actually do something.

Harriet continues the story that Tres is telling by saying that she went to look for a drama teacher, with Geoff chiming in that she had been laid off due to budget cuts, but he directed a pantomime when he was in university, so he knew the ropes.

Megan acknowledges Geoff's statement, then asking whether or not he's the maths teacher. He says that she's right, and that he is the maths teacher, before Steve interrupts them to say that maths is really important, which Geoff thanks him for.

Harriet then says that theatre is important as well, and that it's one of the oldest artforms in history. She continues, now discussing Aristotle's beliefs, before she gets interrupted by her sister, who says that when they travel around all the secondary schools, and the kids there see them, they'll say that they want to be like them. Charlotte continues by saying that it's a very beautiful and powerful thing, that they touch their audiences, and their audiences touches them right back.

Geoff says that he supposes with a surname like Algebra, that there was only really one choice of career for him, and that his wife Angela and himself often laugh about it. Once he's finished talking, Tres then does so, saying that they just want to bring a bit of song and joy into people's lives, with Harriet joining in saying that they also want to teach people about the difficult issues, and that the issues in the play are what really matter.

Megan then asks them if they're going to be showing an extract of the play, and Harriet says that it's right, and to put into context, she plays a young first year who's having troubles at school. Tres adds on that her character doesn't actually have a name because, in a way, she's like all of them.

Charlotte says that it's like a metaphor, and that maybe Charlotte's character is the viewer at home, or even Megan. Steve then interrupts to say that maths is really important once more, which Geoff thanks him for again.

Megan then tells the group that she's going to have a little chat with Geoff while they go and get ready, and that she can't wait to see it.

Geoff Algebra Interview
Megan asks Geoff about when he first heard of the grant. He replies, saying two days ago, and that a letter from Advance arrived at the school. He continues, saying that the Headmaster thought it was all a prank, but his secretary retrieved it from his bin and brought it to Geoff.

Megan, sounding astonished, asks how Geoff reacted, who says that he also threw it in the bin, but then Harriet and Tres rescued it and rang the number at the bottom of the page, then next thing they knew, they were on tour.

Geoff, in response to Megan saying that she thinks she can guess which way he'll be voting from now on, tells her that it's funny because he and Angela don't usually vote, continuing by saying that they're not very political, and that he's a mathematician, and she's a paraplegic mainly. He continues, saying that they did, however, use to watch Peter Clement's DIY show back in the day, so they thought "Why not, let's have a go at this whole democracy thing".

Megan then ends Geoff's pre-performance interview by saying that they're going to be having a look at a short section of "Hey! Friendship!"

Hey Friendship! Performance
Harriet is shown wearing a school uniform, facing the camera as Charlotte, Tres, and Steve are behind her, facing the wall. She begins speaking as if she were talking to a diary, saying that she's not sure she can take another day at her school, with every day being another one of tears and fears, but still she walks the corridors alone, dreading what might be around every corner. The chorus behind her repeats the last word of each sentence she says, and once she finishes talking, they circle around her, asking her what's around the corner.

Once the chorus stops speaking, Harriet turns to Steve, who is also wearing a school uniform now. She, seemingly surprised, greets him, referring to him as Gary. Charlotte, standing behind her, begins speaking, with an alarmed look on her face, mentioning that the Gary nearby is that of Gary the Fist. Once she says his name, everyone present turns to the camera, repeating his name and pointing a fist.

Steve asks Harriet if she's going somewhere, with Tres chiming in saying that it's great because he's been looking for some poor victim to bully all morning. He continues, asking if the actions he's going to commit will make him feel better about his violent father. When his sentence ends, everyone turns to the camera once more, repeating the phrase "Violent father".

Harriet turns to Steve, telling him that she's late for maths, continuing by saying that it's her favorite subject, and so important. Steve expresses hesitation, turning to Geoff who is off-screen, who tells him that his line is "Maths is for losers". Steve informs him that his arm is stuck in his uniform jacket, and Geoff in return demands that he just keeps going.

Steve acknowledges Geoff's statement, turning to Harriet and telling her that maths is, in fact, for losers, and requesting her lunch money. Tres interjects, saying that he'll be having double lunch today, then asking why he is only truly happy when he's eating.

Harriet tells Steve that she won't give him her lunch money today, with him responding by asking her what she means by that. As he says that, his arm that was once stuck in his jacket becomes free, resulting in him turning to Geoff and informing him, who tells him to keep going.

Steve turns back to Harriet, asking her who she is to stand up to him, and that he's Gary the Fist, while she's just a sad little girl with two gay dads, who's all alone. She replies, telling him that that is where he's wrong, then begins to introduce her two new friends, starting with Vanessa, who is the captain of the netball team, as well as being played by Charlotte, then introducing Blake, who owns a motorbike, played by Tres.

In response to the introduction of Harriet's new friends, Steve announces that he can't fight all three of them and that he doesn't have any friends of his own, then turning to run off.

Music then begins playing, with Harriet then turning to the screen as she begins singing, requesting that the viewers take a look at her and her face. Harriet continues, saying that she could be the viewers, with Charlotte interjecting by repeating the statement that Harriet could be them. Harriet then continues, saying that the viewers, as well, could be her. Tres joins in, saying that the viewers could be him too.

All three of them begin singing, saying that life can be better if everyone works as a team. Steve then enters, saying that it is his choice to be mean, before the chorus tells him to stop now, make a different choice, and listen to his inner voice.

After that is said, everyone removes the school uniforms they were wearing, before Harriet moves towards the camera and demands that the viewers listen up, and that she won't take any crap. She continues by asking for the identity of those who said that middle-class girls cannot rap. Harriet then says that she isn't afraid of their cruel laughs, and that she's a mother-loving rebel, but she still loves maths.

Everyone then begins to temporarily dance to the beat of the song, before Steve introduces himself to the viewers by saying that he is Gary the Fist, and that people think folks like him probably shouldn't exist. He continues, saying that it is just prejudice, and that they'd do better if they knew the way that he became Gary the Fist.

The temporary dancing in regards to the beat continues, before Steve begins speaking again, informing the viewers that he grew up on a council estate, and that the park was hip although the flats were not great. In addition, he says that his father used to come home drunken when it was late and beat his mother if he had to wait for dinner.

Tres then enters the frame, representing Gary's father, questioning Charlotte, representing Gary's mother, as to where his dinner is. She informs him that it's not ready, and he repeatedly asks her where the dinner is, before telling her not to make him ask her again, raising his hand to presumably hit her. Harriet then grabs Tres' fist and tells him that hitting women is wrong.

Steve then begins talking again, saying that he guesses that life is pretty hard on a council estate. The chorus then repeats the phrase a few times, before shouting that it is so damn hard on a council estate.

The chorus then begins singing once more about how life can be better if everyone works as a team, and that it is their choice to be mean, so they should stop now and make a different choice, with Steve butting in on occasion to say a few words whilst dancing. Once they finish singing, they all shout "Friendship!" and pose, while Geoff begins clapping.

Exit Remarks
Jeremy remarks that, thankfully, that's all they have time for the night on the National Nightly News, continuing by requesting that the viewers tune in the following night for all the headlines from across the country. Before the broadcast ends, Jeremy wishes the viewers a peaceful night.

Break 3
Jenny announces that they're out, with Geoff and his group celebrating in the background. Jeremy turns to her and asks what the literal fuck that was. Jenny replies by saying that she believes it was art, with him retorting that he believes he has a fourteen-inch cock, but that doesn't make it so. Jenny responds. saying that she has a similar belief about an adequate paycheck.

Geoff's group shouts "Friendship!" in unison, resulting in Jeremy expressing disgust at them, requesting that someone get them out of his studio.

Adverts
There are five selections of adverts for this broadcast:
 * Mr. Snugglehugs (with "Should we play? Is this toy safe?" written on a sticky note attached)
 * Advance: Go-Getters
 * Alan James Short
 * Jus de Cochon Short
 * Crazy Neil Christmas