Pete Helliar—An International Kerfuffle

What happens when a well-meaning comedian makes a cheeky joke about ISIS… during a live interview with Tim Cahill… on national TV… right before a World Cup qualifier against Honduras?

A full-blown international incident, apparently.

In this hilariously outrageous true story, Pete Helliar finds himself at the centre of a media firestorm after a throwaway line on The Project goes global.

It’s a wild, hilarious deep dive into intent, outrage, and the terrifying power of one well-timed punchline. Was Pete off side—or just ahead of the game?

“This is pro-comedy.” ★★★★★ — The AU Review

“Peter Helliar makes the difficult business of being funny look dead easy.” — Adelaide Advertiser

Recommended for ages 15+

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