The Ice Dream With Roy And Hg
The Ice Dream with Roy and HG
The Ice Dream with Roy and HG was a sports/comedy talk show, broadcast every night during the 2002 Winter Olympics. The show was presented by the Australian comedy duo known as Roy and HG. The program combined satirical commentary, humorous skits, and interviews, all centered around the events of the Winter Olympics.
Roy and HG
Greig Pickhaver in the role of "H.G. Nelson" and John Doyle as "'Rampaging' Roy Slaven" form the iconic duo known as Roy and HG. They are renowned for their unique brand of humor, which blends satire with sports commentary. The duo first gained fame through their long-running radio show, This Sporting Life, on Triple J.
Format and Content
The format of "The Ice Dream" mirrored their earlier success with The Dream with Roy and HG, which aired during the 2000 Sydney Olympics. Each episode featured a mix of live commentary on the day's events, pre-recorded skits, and interactions with special guests. The comedic tone of the show often involved playful mockery and absurd observations about the various sports and athletes.
Memorable Segments
One notable segment from "The Ice Dream" included their satirical campaign for the Smiggin Holes 2010 Winter Olympic bid. This fictional bid was a comedic take on Australia's perceived lack of experience and infrastructure for hosting winter sports, emphasizing the absurdity of such an endeavor.
Legacy
"The Ice Dream" was part of a series of Olympic-themed shows by Roy and HG, including The Dream with Roy and HG for the Athens 2004 Olympics and Roy and HG's Russian Revolution during the Sochi 2014 Olympics. Their unique approach to sports commentary has left a lasting impact on Australian media, blending entertainment with a deep-rooted passion for sport.