Squiz Today The Squiz Quiz w/ Claire Hooper and Lizzy Hoo
Mar 27, 2026
Lizzy Hoo, Australian comedian and festival performer; Claire Hooper, veteran Melbourne comedy pro. They battle through an 8-question news quiz covering teacher strikes, Prosecco trade rows, Australian politics, World Cup hosts, a Moana casting gag, corporate buzzword scales, a cheesesteak world record, and World Happiness rankings. Quick, playful and full of banter.
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Comedians Joke About Hosting Game Shows
- Claire Hooper and Lizzie Hoo are comedians appearing at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and joked about hosting quiz shows and reality TV like Crazy Putt-Putt.
- Claire referenced hosting House of Games; Lizzie described wanting to host physical, slapstick shows like It's a Knockout.
Teacher Strikes Hit Victoria And Tasmania
- Teachers in two Australian states went on strike this week over pay and conditions.
- The strikes occurred in Victoria and Tasmania, with Victoria noted for having the lowest-paid teachers in the country.
Prosecco Naming Was A Trade Deal Flashpoint
- The EU–Australia free trade deal included disputes over wine naming protections tied to Prosecco.
- Prosecco labeling was the key sticking point, alongside other protected names like Feta and Parmesan.