The British Sitcom Guide

Vivienne Vyle VIVIENNE VYLE

SERIES 1 - First broadcast 2007

1. Episode One

Forthright talk-show host Vivienne Vyle wants to become the next Oprah. After being flattened by a security guard following a punch-up on set, she questions her ability as a presenter, but when her manic producer Helena reveals ratings have gone through the roof she becomes more determined than ever.

First broadcast: 4th October 2007

2. Episode Two

The new, improved Vivienne Vyle Show needs some re-branding, and Vivienne rejects the channel's marketing department for a more old-school PR approach. She finds out who exactly her fans are, then tries to give them what they want.

Vivienne attempts to reproduce her rival Chris Connor's seamless interaction with the audience. When this fails, she brings back her trusted transgender PR Miriam, who suggests making a guest appearance at a local cash-and-carry store.

First broadcast: 11th October 2007

3. Episode Three

Vivienne finds herself defending her husband Jared when an interviewer calls him a kept man. Jared sets out to prove himself useful to Vivienne both at home and professionally with varying success. Vivienne then has an epiphany moment thanks to producer Helena's uncontrollable temper.

First broadcast: 18th October 2007

4. Episode Four

The Vivienne Vyle show is nominated for a TV Pick Award and everyone on the team except Vivienne is confident of success. Vivienne's arch rival Chris Connor continues to have an extraordinary rapport with his audience that guarantees him a win every year - could the Ice Queen really conquer his territory?

First broadcast: 25th October 2007

5. Episode Five

The shock of winning a TV award sends Vivienne into a downward spiral. She seems to be suffering from a mystery illness, and can't leave her apartment. The Vivienne Vyle Show's psychologist, Dr Jonathan Fowler, talks her through her symptoms.

First broadcast: 1st November 2007

6. Episode Six

Vivienne and Jared's blissful marriage looks like it could be blown apart when a newspaper threatens to run a story about him attending a suspect party. Vivienne tries to use the revelation to her advantage, talking about it live on air 'from the heart'.

First broadcast: 8th November 2007

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