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Anne Reburn – Guest Version

2026-03-15T20:07:24Z

Willtubby2005:

{{PolkaInfoboxGuest
| performer = Anne Reburn
| first_aired = 6 July 2018
| aired_multiple = Yes
| website = https://annereburn.com
| youtube = https://www.youtube.com/@AnneReburn
| instagram = https://www.instagram.com/annereburn
| spotify = https://open.spotify.com/artist/67felwvlFe0xFaGNjcE6Ir
| patreon = https://www.patreon.com/annereburn

}}

== Overview ==

Anne Reburn's version of the World News Polka first aired on 6 July 2018.<ref name="AnneYTDesc">
Description of Anne Reburn’s video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8yB7TW0wEQ – retrieved 7 January 2025.
</ref> and has since been rebroadcasted multiple times

== Broadcast history ==

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Date aired !! Notes !! Source
|-
| 6 July 2018 || First airing ||
|-
| 3 February 2023 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2023-2-3"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20230203_094100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 25 August 2023 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2023-8-25"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20230825_084100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 2 February 2024 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2024-2-2"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20240202_094100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 23 August 2024 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2024-8-23"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20240823_084100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 7 March 2025 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2025-3-6"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20250307_094000_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>

|}

== Lyric alterations ==

Aside from small adlibs there are no changes from the version which the WNN Polka Archive has dubbed [[Base Version 3]]

== Behind the scenes ==

The WNN Polka Archive had the exciting opportunity to ask Anne a few questions <ref name="AnneQ&A"> Private Correspondence with Anne Reburn (2025) </ref>

;How were you approached to perform the Polka?

:I was emailed by Barry, who explained what World News Now and the World News Polka are. He asked me if I'd like to do an interpretation of it, and of course I said yes!

;Were you aware your version would be re-aired multiple times, if so did you expect it to become a regular version?

:I was not aware my version would be aired more than once, but I'm so happy that it has been! Even if my polka had only been on once, I'd still consider it among the coolest things I've ever done, so that fact that it became a semi-regular version is above and beyond!

;How much creative freedom did ABC give you (for example you added snippets such as 'Be Professional' and 'Sit Down'?

:Barry at World News Now told me to put my personal spin on the polka, which I did! The only thing I didn't have much flexibility on was the tempo, which could only vary so much as the polka needed to be a certain length to fit in the slot for it. When I thought about how I'd put my spin on it, I knew I wanted to do some funny interactions between the clones, so that's how those ad libs came about.
:My version had to be submitted for ABC's approval, as I assume all versions are, but they didn't ask me to make any changes.

;How did it feel for your cover to be broadcast on national TV?

:It was such an honor to have my cover broadcast on national television. It's at the top of my list of accomplishments! Looking at the other artists who have done versions of the polka, I'm in amazing company. As a musician whose work and performances are mostly taking place online, my day-to-day can feel isolated. The World News Polka was one of those very special moments that reminded me that I'm not just releasing my videos into the void, and that you never knew who's watching! For everything bad we can say about the Internet, it also has an incredible power to connect us. I'm so thankful for the opportunity.

;Why do you think the World News Polka format works so well with guest performers?

:I think it goes back to Barry's original composition! It's simple musically, which frees artists from having to focus on making something technically impressive and allows us to use our imaginations while recreating the song in our own styles. The lyrics tell a story and invite us to have fun with it!

;Is there anything about your World News Polka performance that you think viewers might not realise or appreciate at first glance?

:I'm writing this in 2025, and I recorded my polka in 2018, so to be honest I don't remember! Over the years I've seen some people find the video on my YouTube channel after seeing it on World News Now, and I'm always thankful for the extra effort they've taken to seek out the video and let me know they enjoyed my polka!

;Did Barry / ABC tell you which version of the lyrics to use. For this I am refering to the three base versions I have documented that have slight lyric alterations'''

:Barry sent me sheet music (chords and lyrics) so I just used what he sent me.

== References ==
<references />

[[Category:Guest Versions]]
[[Category:2018 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2023 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2024 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2025 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:World News Polka Versions]]

Anne Reburn – Guest Version

2026-03-15T20:06:37Z

Willtubby2005:

{{PolkaInfoboxGuest
| performer = Anne Reburn
| first_aired = 6 July 2018
| aired_multiple = Yes
| website = https://annereburn.com
| youtube = https://www.youtube.com/@AnneReburn
| instagram = https://www.instagram.com/annereburn
| spotify = https://open.spotify.com/artist/67felwvlFe0xFaGNjcE6Ir
| patreon = https://www.patreon.com/annereburn

}}

== Overview ==

Anne Reburn's version of the World News Polka first aired on 6 July 2018.<ref name="AnneYTDesc">
Description of Anne Reburn’s video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8yB7TW0wEQ – retrieved 7 January 2025.
</ref> and has since been rebroadcasted multiple times

== Broadcast history ==

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Date aired !! Notes !! Source
|-
| 6 July 2018 || First airing ||
|-
| 3 February 2023 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2023-2-3"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20230203_094100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 25 August 2023 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2023-8-25"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20230825_084100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 2 February 2024 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2024-2-2"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20240202_094100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 23 August 2024 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2024-8-23"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20240823_084100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 7 March 2025 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2025-3-6"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20250307_094000_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>

|}

== Lyric alterations ==

Aside from small adlibs there are no changes from the version which the WNN Polka Archive has dubbed [[Base Version 3]]

== Behind the scenes ==

The WNN Polka Archive had the exciting opportunity to ask Anne a few questions <ref name="AnneQ&A"> Private Correspondence with Anne Reburn (2025) </ref>

;How were you approached to perform the Polka?

:I was emailed by Barry, who explained what World News Now and the World News Polka are. He asked me if I'd like to do an interpretation of it, and of course I said yes!

;Were you aware your version would be re-aired multiple times, if so did you expect it to become a regular version?

:I was not aware my version would be aired more than once, but I'm so happy that it has been! Even if my polka had only been on once, I'd still consider it among the coolest things I've ever done, so that fact that it became a semi-regular version is above and beyond!

;How much creative freedom did ABC give you (for example you added snippets such as 'Be Professional' and 'Sit Down'?

:Barry at World News Now told me to put my personal spin on the polka, which I did! The only thing I didn't have much flexibility on was the tempo, which could only vary so much as the polka needed to be a certain length to fit in the slot for it. When I thought about how I'd put my spin on it, I knew I wanted to do some funny interactions between the clones, so that's how those ad libs came about.
My version had to be submitted for ABC's approval, as I assume all versions are, but they didn't ask me to make any changes.

;How did it feel for your cover to be broadcast on national TV?

:It was such an honor to have my cover broadcast on national television. It's at the top of my list of accomplishments! Looking at the other artists who have done versions of the polka, I'm in amazing company. As a musician whose work and performances are mostly taking place online, my day-to-day can feel isolated. The World News Polka was one of those very special moments that reminded me that I'm not just releasing my videos into the void, and that you never knew who's watching! For everything bad we can say about the Internet, it also has an incredible power to connect us. I'm so thankful for the opportunity.

;Why do you think the World News Polka format works so well with guest performers?

:I think it goes back to Barry's original composition! It's simple musically, which frees artists from having to focus on making something technically impressive and allows us to use our imaginations while recreating the song in our own styles. The lyrics tell a story and invite us to have fun with it!

;Is there anything about your World News Polka performance that you think viewers might not realise or appreciate at first glance?

:I'm writing this in 2025, and I recorded my polka in 2018, so to be honest I don't remember! Over the years I've seen some people find the video on my YouTube channel after seeing it on World News Now, and I'm always thankful for the extra effort they've taken to seek out the video and let me know they enjoyed my polka!

;Did Barry / ABC tell you which version of the lyrics to use. For this I am refering to the three base versions I have documented that have slight lyric alterations'''

:Barry sent me sheet music (chords and lyrics) so I just used what he sent me.

== References ==
<references />

[[Category:Guest Versions]]
[[Category:2018 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2023 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2024 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2025 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:World News Polka Versions]]

Anne Reburn – Guest Version

2026-03-15T20:04:19Z

Willtubby2005: /* Behind the scenes */

{{PolkaInfoboxGuest
| performer = Anne Reburn
| first_aired = 6 July 2018
| aired_multiple = Yes
| website = https://annereburn.com
| youtube = https://www.youtube.com/@AnneReburn
| instagram = https://www.instagram.com/annereburn
| spotify = https://open.spotify.com/artist/67felwvlFe0xFaGNjcE6Ir
| patreon = https://www.patreon.com/annereburn

}}

== Overview ==

Anne Reburn's version of the World News Polka first aired on 6 July 2018.<ref name="AnneYTDesc">
Description of Anne Reburn’s video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8yB7TW0wEQ – retrieved 7 January 2025.
</ref> and has since been rebroadcasted multiple times

== Broadcast history ==

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Date aired !! Notes !! Source
|-
| 6 July 2018 || First airing ||
|-
| 3 February 2023 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2023-2-3"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20230203_094100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 25 August 2023 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2023-8-25"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20230825_084100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 2 February 2024 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2024-2-2"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20240202_094100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 23 August 2024 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2024-8-23"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20240823_084100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 7 March 2025 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2025-3-6"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20250307_094000_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>

|}

== Lyric alterations ==

Aside from small adlibs there are no changes from the version which the WNN Polka Archive has dubbed [[Base Version 3]]

== Behind the scenes ==

The WNN Polka Archive had the exciting opportunity to ask Anne a few questions <ref name="AnneQ&A"> Private Correspondence with Anne Reburn (2025) </ref>

;How were you approached to perform the Polka?

:I was emailed by Barry, who explained what World News Now and the World News Polka are. He asked me if I'd like to do an interpretation of it, and of course I said yes!

;Were you aware your version would be re-aired multiple times, if so did you expect it to become a regular version?

:I was not aware my version would be aired more than once, but I'm so happy that it has been! Even if my polka had only been on once, I'd still consider it among the coolest things I've ever done, so that fact that it became a semi-regular version is above and beyond!

;How much creative freedom did ABC give you (for example you added snippets such as 'Be Professional' and 'Sit Down'?

:Barry at World News Now told me to put my personal spin on the polka, which I did! The only thing I didn't have much flexibility on was the tempo, which could only vary so much as the polka needed to be a certain length to fit in the slot for it. When I thought about how I'd put my spin on it, I knew I wanted to do some funny interactions between the clones, so that's how those ad libs came about.
My version had to be submitted for ABC's approval, as I assume all versions are, but they didn't ask me to make any changes.

;How did it feel for your cover to be broadcast on national TV?

:It was such an honor to have my cover broadcast on national television. It's at the top of my list of accomplishments! Looking at the other artists who have done versions of the polka, I'm in amazing company. As a musician whose work and performances are mostly taking place online, my day-to-day can feel isolated. The World News Polka was one of those very special moments that reminded me that I'm not just releasing my videos into the void, and that you never knew who's watching! For everything bad we can say about the Internet, it also has an incredible power to connect us. I'm so thankful for the opportunity.

'''Why do you think the World News Polka format works so well with guest performers?

:I think it goes back to Barry's original composition! It's simple musically, which frees artists from having to focus on making something technically impressive and allows us to use our imaginations while recreating the song in our own styles. The lyrics tell a story and invite us to have fun with it!

;Is there anything about your World News Polka performance that you think viewers might not realise or appreciate at first glance?

:I'm writing this in 2025, and I recorded my polka in 2018, so to be honest I don't remember! Over the years I've seen some people find the video on my YouTube channel after seeing it on World News Now, and I'm always thankful for the extra effort they've taken to seek out the video and let me know they enjoyed my polka!

'''Did Barry / ABC tell you which version of the lyrics to use. For this I am refering to the three base versions I have documented that have slight lyric alterations'''

:Barry sent me sheet music (chords and lyrics) so I just used what he sent me.

== References ==
<references />

[[Category:Guest Versions]]
[[Category:2018 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2023 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2024 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2025 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:World News Polka Versions]]

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2026-02-17T23:38:33Z

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2026-02-17T23:36:45Z

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2026-02-17T23:34:14Z

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2018

2026-02-17T23:30:31Z

Willtubby2005:

== Overview ==

This page lists all World News Polka broadcasts that aired in '''2018'''.

== Broadcasts ==

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Date !! Version !! Notes !! Source
|-
|6 July 2018 || [[Anne Reburn – Guest Version|Anne Reburn]] || First airing of version ||
|}

== No Polka Fridays ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Date !! Reason
|-
| ||
|}

[[Category:Year pages]]
[[Category:World News Polka years]]

2018

2026-02-17T23:30:16Z

Willtubby2005:

== Overview ==

This page lists all World News Polka broadcasts that aired in '''2018'''.

== Broadcasts ==

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Date !! Version !! Notes !! Source
|-
|6 July 2018 || [[Anne Reburn – Guest Version|Anne Reburn]] || ||
|}

== No Polka Fridays ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Date !! Reason
|-
| ||
|}

[[Category:Year pages]]
[[Category:World News Polka years]]

2006

2026-02-17T23:29:57Z

Willtubby2005:

== Overview ==

This page lists all World News Polka broadcasts that aired in '''2006'''.

== Broadcasts ==

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Date !! Version !! Notes !! Source
|-

|}

== No Polka Fridays ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Date !! Reason
|-
|||
|}

[[Category:Year pages]]
[[Category:World News Polka years]]

2006

2026-02-17T23:29:43Z

Willtubby2005:

== Overview ==

This page lists all World News Polka broadcasts that aired in '''2006'''.

== Broadcasts ==

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Date !! Version !! Notes !! Source
|-
|6 July 2018 || [[Anne Reburn – Guest Version|Anne Reburn]] || ||
|}

== No Polka Fridays ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Date !! Reason
|-
|||
|}

[[Category:Year pages]]
[[Category:World News Polka years]]

2006

2026-02-17T23:29:11Z

Willtubby2005:

== Overview ==

This page lists all World News Polka broadcasts that aired in '''2006'''.

== Broadcasts ==

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Date !! Version !! Notes !! Source
|-
|6 July 2018 || [[Anne Reburn – Guest Version]] || ||
|}

== No Polka Fridays ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Date !! Reason
|-
|||
|}

[[Category:Year pages]]
[[Category:World News Polka years]]

2006

2026-02-17T23:28:53Z

Willtubby2005:

== Overview ==

This page lists all World News Polka broadcasts that aired in '''2006'''.

== Broadcasts ==

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Date !! Version !! Notes !! Source
|-
|6 July 2018 || [[Anne Reburn]] || ||
|}

== No Polka Fridays ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Date !! Reason
|-
|||
|}

[[Category:Year pages]]
[[Category:World News Polka years]]

Anne Reburn – Guest Version

2026-02-17T23:26:46Z

Willtubby2005: /* Behind the scenes */

{{PolkaInfoboxGuest
| performer = Anne Reburn
| first_aired = 6 July 2018
| aired_multiple = Yes
| website = https://annereburn.com
| youtube = https://www.youtube.com/@AnneReburn
| instagram = https://www.instagram.com/annereburn
| spotify = https://open.spotify.com/artist/67felwvlFe0xFaGNjcE6Ir
| patreon = https://www.patreon.com/annereburn

}}

== Overview ==

Anne Reburn's version of the World News Polka first aired on 6 July 2018.<ref name="AnneYTDesc">
Description of Anne Reburn’s video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8yB7TW0wEQ – retrieved 7 January 2025.
</ref> and has since been rebroadcasted multiple times

== Broadcast history ==

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Date aired !! Notes !! Source
|-
| 6 July 2018 || First airing ||
|-
| 3 February 2023 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2023-2-3"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20230203_094100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 25 August 2023 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2023-8-25"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20230825_084100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 2 February 2024 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2024-2-2"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20240202_094100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 23 August 2024 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2024-8-23"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20240823_084100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 7 March 2025 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2025-3-6"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20250307_094000_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>

|}

== Lyric alterations ==

Aside from small adlibs there are no changes from the version which the WNN Polka Archive has dubbed [[Base Version 3]]

== Behind the scenes ==

The WNN Polka Archive had the exciting opportunity to ask Anne a few questions <ref name="AnneQ&A"> Private Correspondence with Anne Reburn (2025) </ref>

;How were you approached to perform the Polka?

:I was emailed by Barry, who explained what World News Now and the World News Polka are. He asked me if I'd like to do an interpretation of it, and of course I said yes!

;Were you aware your version would be re-aired multiple times, if so did you expect it to become a regular version?

:I was not aware my version would be aired more than once, but I'm so happy that it has been! Even if my polka had only been on once, I'd still consider it among the coolest things I've ever done, so that fact that it became a semi-regular version is above and beyond!

;How much creative freedom did ABC give you (for example you added snippets such as 'Be Professional' and 'Sit Down'?

:Barry at World News Now told me to put my personal spin on the polka, which I did! The only thing I didn't have much flexibility on was the tempo, which could only vary so much as the polka needed to be a certain length to fit in the slot for it. When I thought about how I'd put my spin on it, I knew I wanted to do some funny interactions between the clones, so that's how those ad libs came about.
My version had to be submitted for ABC's approval, as I assume all versions are, but they didn't ask me to make any changes.

;How did it feel for your cover to be broadcast on national TV?

:It was such an honor to have my cover broadcast on national television. It's at the top of my list of accomplishments! Looking at the other artists who have done versions of the polka, I'm in amazing company. As a musician whose work and performances are mostly taking place online, my day-to-day can feel isolated. The World News Polka was one of those very special moments that reminded me that I'm not just releasing my videos into the void, and that you never knew who's watching! For everything bad we can say about the Internet, it also has an incredible power to connect us. I'm so thankful for the opportunity.

'''Why do you think the World News Polka format works so well with guest performers?

:I think it goes back to Barry's original composition! It's simple musically, which frees artists from having to focus on making something technically impressive and allows us to use our imaginations while recreating the song in our own styles. The lyrics tell a story and invite us to have fun with it!

;Is there anything about your World News Polka performance that you think viewers might not realise or appreciate at first glance?

:I'm writing this in 2025, and I recorded my polka in 2018, so to be honest I don't remember! Over the years I've seen some people find the video on my YouTube channel after seeing it on World News Now, and I'm always thankful for the extra effort they've taken to seek out the video and let me know they enjoyed my polka!

== References ==
<references />

[[Category:Guest Versions]]
[[Category:2018 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2023 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2024 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2025 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:World News Polka Versions]]

Template:BaseVersionNav

2026-02-17T23:25:34Z

Willtubby2005:

{| class="navbox"
|-
! colspan="5" | World News Polka – Lyric Variants
|-
| style="text-align:center;" |
[[Barry Mitchell – Original Version (1992)|Original Version (1992)]]
 | 
[[Base Version 1]]
 | 
[[Fully produced Version (1998)|Base Version 2]]
 | 
[[Base Version 3]]
|}

Base Version 3

2026-02-17T23:25:03Z

Willtubby2005:

== Overview ==

'''Base Version 3''' is a term coined by the WNN Polka Archive and refers to a standard lyric variant of the World News Polka.

This version is commonly used by guest performers

== Differences from previous base version ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Previous base version !! This base version
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Tapes that roll in way too slow Stuff you saw on Koppel's Show
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | If your an insomniac and a good nights sleep you lack
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Thats the world news polka
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Do the World News Polka
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | They make us work the graveyard shift Thats why we go for broke So why not tune in ABC and join our little joke 5 whole days every week Were here with our tongue in cheek And the worlds news polka Its the world news polka
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" |
If your up this late you must be headed for the john 
But hold it one more minute 
While we get our polka on 
Youill know that the weekends near 
When the little tune you hear 
Its the world news polka 
Do the world news polka 

|}

This version of the world news polka added an additional verse at the end beginning with "They make us work the graveyard shift"

== Origin ==

'''TODO:''' Describe when and why this lyric variant was introduced.

== Usage ==

This base version is commonly used for:
* Guest Recordings

== Known examples ==

* [[Example Version Page]]

== References ==
<references />

{{BaseVersionNav}}

[[Category:Base versions]]

Base Version 3

2026-02-17T23:24:29Z

Willtubby2005:

== Overview ==

'''Base Version 3''' is a term coined by the WNN Polka Archive and refers to a standard lyric variant of the World News Polka.

This version is commonly used by guest performers

== Differences from previous base version ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Previous base version !! This base version
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Tapes that roll in way too slow Stuff you saw on Koppel's Show
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | If your an insomniac and a good nights sleep you lack
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Thats the world news polka
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Do the World News Polka
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | They make us work the graveyard shift Thats why we go for broke So why not tune in ABC and join our little joke 5 whole days every week Were here with our tongue in cheek And the worlds news polka Its the world news polka
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" |
If your up this late you must be headed for the john 
But hold it one more minute 
While we get our polka on 
Youill know that the weekends near 
When the little tune you hear 
Its the world news polka 
Do the world news polka 

|}

This version of the world news polka added an additional verse at the end beginning with "They make us work the graveyard shift"

== Origin ==

'''TODO:''' Describe when and why this lyric variant was introduced.

== Usage ==

This base version is commonly used for:
* Studio re-air recordings

== Known examples ==

* [[Example Version Page]]

== References ==
<references />

{{BaseVersionNav}}

[[Category:Base versions]]

Base Version 3

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== Overview ==

'''Base Version 3''' is a term coined by the WNN Polka Archive and refers to a standard lyric variant of the World News Polka.

This version is commonly used by guest performers

== Differences from previous base version ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Previous base version !! This base version
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Tapes that roll in way too slow Stuff you saw on Koppel's Show
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | If your an insomniac and a good nights sleep you lack
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Thats the world news polka
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Do the World News Polka
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | They make us work the graveyard shift Thats why we go for broke So why not tune in ABC and join our little joke 5 whole days every week Were here with our tongue in cheek And the worlds news polka Its the world news polka
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" |
If your up this late 
you must be headed for the john 
But hold it one more minute 
While we get our polka on 
Youill know that the weekends near 
When the little tune you hear 
Its the world news polka 
Do the world news polka 

|}

This version of the world news polka added an additional verse at the end beginning with "They make us work the graveyard shift"

== Origin ==

'''TODO:''' Describe when and why this lyric variant was introduced.

== Usage ==

This base version is commonly used for:
* Studio re-air recordings

== Known examples ==

* [[Example Version Page]]

== References ==
<references />

{{BaseVersionNav}}

[[Category:Base versions]]

Base Version 3

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== Overview ==

'''Base Version 3''' is a term coined by the WNN Polka Archive and refers to a standard lyric variant of the World News Polka.

This version is commonly used by guest performers

== Differences from previous base version ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Previous base version !! This base version
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Tapes that roll in way too slow Stuff you saw on Koppel's Show
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | If your an insomniac and a good nights sleep you lack
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Thats the world news polka
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Do the World News Polka
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | They make us work the graveyard shift Thats why we go for broke So why not tune in ABC and join our little joke 5 whole days every week Were here with our tongue in cheek And the worlds news polka Its the world news polka
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | If your up this late 
you must be headed for the john 
But hold it one more minute 
While we get our polka on 
Youill know that the weekends near 
When the little tune you hear 
Its the world news polka 
Do the world news polka 

|}

This version of the world news polka added an additional verse at the end beginning with "They make us work the graveyard shift"

== Origin ==

'''TODO:''' Describe when and why this lyric variant was introduced.

== Usage ==

This base version is commonly used for:
* Studio re-air recordings

== Known examples ==

* [[Example Version Page]]

== References ==
<references />

{{BaseVersionNav}}

[[Category:Base versions]]

Fully produced Version (1998)

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== Overview ==

'''Base Version 2''' is a term coined by the WNN Polka Archive and refers to a standard lyric variant of the World News Polka.

This version first aired 18 May 1998 and can be distinguished buy its first use of the Mitchellettes and Barry rising on a lift

== Differences from previous base version ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Previous base version !! This base version
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Business news from Tokyo
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Tapes that roll in way too slow
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Or the sponsors too
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | They're a goofy crew
|}

== Origin ==

'''TODO:''' Describe when and why this lyric variant was introduced.

== Usage ==

This base version is commonly used for:
* Studio re-air recordings

== Known examples ==

* [[Example Version Page]]

== References ==
<references />

{{BaseVersionNav}}

[[Category:Base versions]]

Fully produced Version (1998)

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== Overview ==

'''Base Version 2''' is a term coined by the WNN Polka Archive and refers to a standard lyric variant of the World News Polka.

This version first aired 18 May 1998 and can be distinguished buy its first use of the Mitchellettes and Barry rising on a lift

== Differences from previous base version ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Previous base version !! This base version
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Business news from Tokyo
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Tapes that roll in way too slow
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Or the sponsors too
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | They're a goofy crew
|}

This version of the world news polka added an additional verse at the end beginning with "They make us work the graveyard shift"

== Origin ==

'''TODO:''' Describe when and why this lyric variant was introduced.

== Usage ==

This base version is commonly used for:
* Studio re-air recordings

== Known examples ==

* [[Example Version Page]]

== References ==
<references />

{{BaseVersionNav}}

[[Category:Base versions]]

Fully produced Version (1998)

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== Overview ==

'''Base Version 2''' is a term coined by the WNN Polka Archive and refers to a standard lyric variant of the World News Polka.

This version first aired 18 May 1998 and can be distinguished buy its first use of the Mitchellettes and Barry rising on a lift

== Differences from previous base version ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Previous base version !! This base version
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Business news from Tokyo
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Tapes that roll in way too slow
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Or the sponsors too
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | They're a goofy crew
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Who needs ratings Who needs sponsors Who needs networks too
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Who cares what the networks think Or the sponsors too
|}

This version of the world news polka added an additional verse at the end beginning with "They make us work the graveyard shift"

== Origin ==

'''TODO:''' Describe when and why this lyric variant was introduced.

== Usage ==

This base version is commonly used for:
* Studio re-air recordings

== Known examples ==

* [[Example Version Page]]

== References ==
<references />

{{BaseVersionNav}}

[[Category:Base versions]]

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Base Version 1

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== Overview ==

'''Base Version 1''' is a term coined by the WNN Polka Archive and refers to a standard lyric variant of the World News Polka.

This version first aired 6 November 1992 and can be distinguished from its use of a bubble machine

== Differences from previous base version ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Previous base version !! This base version
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Clintons on the Campaign Trail Bush is Golfing with Dan Quayle
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Politics and Foreign Wars All the weather all the scores
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Weather man says looks like rain Guess what happened with hussain
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Business news from Tokyo Stuff you saw on koppels show
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Who needs ratings Who needs sponsors Who needs networks too
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Who cares what the networks think Or the sponsors too
|}

This version of the world news polka added an additional verse at the end beginning with "They make us work the graveyard shift"

== Origin ==

'''TODO:''' Describe when and why this lyric variant was introduced.

== Usage ==

This base version is commonly used for:
* Studio re-air recordings

== Known examples ==

* [[Example Version Page]]

== References ==
<references />

{{BaseVersionNav}}

[[Category:Base versions]]

Contribute

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== Contribute to the World News Polka Archive ==

The World News Polka Archive is an independent, non-commercial project documenting every known broadcast and version of the ''World News Polka''.

Contributions are welcome, provided they can be verified.

== How submissions work ==

At present, all submissions are handled '''by email'''.

The archive does not accept direct page edits or file uploads from the public.
This ensures accuracy, consistency, and proper sourcing.

== What you can submit ==

You may submit information relating to:

* Previously undocumented broadcasts
* Additional air dates or re-airings
* Guest or special versions
* Corrections to existing dates or details
* Missing Internet Archive or official video links
* Context or background information (with sources)

== What we require ==

All submissions must include '''at least one verifiable source''', such as:

* An Internet Archive recording
* An official YouTube upload
* Personal correspondence with a performer or production staff
* Contemporary listings or broadcast schedules

Unverifiable claims will not be added.

=== How to submit ===

Please email your submission to:

TBA (Estimated Feb 26)

Include the following where possible:

* Date of broadcast
* Performer or version
* Source link
* Any relevant notes or context

== Editorial review ==

All submissions are reviewed by the archive editor.

Inclusion is not guaranteed. The archive reserves the right to:
* Verify sources independently
* Edit for clarity or consistency
* Decline submissions that cannot be verified

=== Editorial policy ===
This archive does not host video or audio content. All media links point to third-party platforms such as the Internet Archive or YouTube.

Links to performers are limited to official websites and social media platforms owned or maintained by the performer.

=== Credit ===
Contributors will be credited on the relevant page unless anonymity is requested.

=== Disclaimer ===
This website is not affiliated with ABC, Disney, or ''World News Now''. ''World News Now'' and ''World News Polka'' are trademarks of The Walt Disney Company.

Contribute

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== Contribute to the World News Polka Archive ==

The World News Polka Archive is an independent, non-commercial project documenting every known broadcast and version of the ''World News Polka''.

Contributions are welcome, provided they can be verified.

== How submissions work ==

At present, all submissions are handled '''by email'''.

The archive does not accept direct page edits or file uploads from the public.
This ensures accuracy, consistency, and proper sourcing.

== What you can submit ==

You may submit information relating to:

* Previously undocumented broadcasts
* Additional air dates or re-airings
* Guest or special versions
* Corrections to existing dates or details
* Missing Internet Archive or official video links
* Context or background information (with sources)

== What we require ==

All submissions must include '''at least one verifiable source''', such as:

* An Internet Archive recording
* An official YouTube upload
* Personal correspondence with a performer or production staff
* Contemporary listings or broadcast schedules

Unverifiable claims will not be added.

=== How to submit ===

Please email your submission to:

TBA

Include the following where possible:

* Date of broadcast
* Performer or version
* Source link
* Any relevant notes or context

== Editorial review ==

All submissions are reviewed by the archive editor.

Inclusion is not guaranteed. The archive reserves the right to:
* Verify sources independently
* Edit for clarity or consistency
* Decline submissions that cannot be verified

=== Editorial policy ===
This archive does not host video or audio content. All media links point to third-party platforms such as the Internet Archive or YouTube.

Links to performers are limited to official websites and social media platforms owned or maintained by the performer.

=== Credit ===
Contributors will be credited on the relevant page unless anonymity is requested.

=== Disclaimer ===
This website is not affiliated with ABC, Disney, or ''World News Now''. ''World News Now'' and ''World News Polka'' are trademarks of The Walt Disney Company.

Contribute

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== Contribute to the World News Polka Archive ==

The World News Polka Archive is an independent, non-commercial project documenting every known broadcast and version of the ''World News Polka''.

Contributions are welcome, provided they can be verified.

== How submissions work ==

At present, all submissions are handled '''by email'''.

The archive does not accept direct page edits or file uploads from the public.
This ensures accuracy, consistency, and proper sourcing.

== What you can submit ==

You may submit information relating to:

* Previously undocumented broadcasts
* Additional air dates or re-airings
* Guest or special versions
* Corrections to existing dates or details
* Missing Internet Archive or official video links
* Context or background information (with sources)

== What we require ==

All submissions must include '''at least one verifiable source''', such as:

* An Internet Archive recording
* An official YouTube upload
* Personal correspondence with a performer or production staff
* Contemporary listings or broadcast schedules

Unverifiable claims will not be added.

=== How to submit ===

Please email your submission to:

CONTRIBUTIONS ARE NOT YET OPEN, WE HOPE TO HAVE THIS OPEN BY THE END OF JAN 26

Include the following where possible:

* Date of broadcast
* Performer or version
* Source link
* Any relevant notes or context

== Editorial review ==

All submissions are reviewed by the archive editor.

Inclusion is not guaranteed. The archive reserves the right to:
* Verify sources independently
* Edit for clarity or consistency
* Decline submissions that cannot be verified

=== Editorial policy ===
This archive does not host video or audio content. All media links point to third-party platforms such as the Internet Archive or YouTube.

Links to performers are limited to official websites and social media platforms owned or maintained by the performer.

=== Credit ===
Contributors will be credited on the relevant page unless anonymity is requested.

=== Disclaimer ===
This website is not affiliated with ABC, Disney, or ''World News Now''. ''World News Now'' and ''World News Polka'' are trademarks of The Walt Disney Company.

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== Overview ==

'''TODO:''' Brief summary of this version and why it is notable.

== Broadcast history ==

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== Lyric alterations ==

'''TODO:''' State which Base Version applies or describe changes.

== Behind the scenes ==

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== References ==
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[[Category:World News Polka Versions]]

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== Broadcast history ==

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== Lyric alterations ==

'''TODO:''' State which Base Version applies or describe changes.

== Behind the scenes ==

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== References ==
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[[Category:World News Polka Versions]]

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Main Page

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Welcome to the '''World News Polka Archive''', an independent archive aiming to document every known broadcast of the World News Polka.

The World News Polka is a recurring musical segment on ABC’s World News Now, performed by Barry Mitchell and guest performers since 1992.

== What this site contains ==
* Individual pages for each Polka version
* Year-by-year broadcast tables
* Documented dates with no Polka
* Special and non-Friday broadcasts

== Browse ==
* [[Polka Versions]]
* [[By Year]]
* [[Fridays with No Polka]]
* [[Non-Friday Polkas]]
* [[Contribute]]
* [[Polkas with no verifiable date]]
{{PolkaNav}}

Fully produced Version (1998)

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Anne Reburn – Guest Version

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{{PolkaInfoboxGuest
| performer = Anne Reburn
| first_aired = 6 July 2018
| aired_multiple = Yes
| website = https://annereburn.com
| youtube = https://www.youtube.com/@AnneReburn
| instagram = https://www.instagram.com/annereburn
| spotify = https://open.spotify.com/artist/67felwvlFe0xFaGNjcE6Ir
| patreon = https://www.patreon.com/annereburn

}}

== Overview ==

Anne Reburn's version of the World News Polka first aired on 6 July 2018.<ref name="AnneYTDesc">
Description of Anne Reburn’s video – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8yB7TW0wEQ – retrieved 7 January 2025.
</ref> and has since been rebroadcasted multiple times

== Broadcast history ==

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Date aired !! Notes !! Source
|-
| 6 July 2018 || First airing ||
|-
| 3 February 2023 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2023-2-3"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20230203_094100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 25 August 2023 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2023-8-25"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20230825_084100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 2 February 2024 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2024-2-2"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20240202_094100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 23 August 2024 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2024-8-23"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20240823_084100_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>
|-
| 7 March 2025 || || Internet Archive<ref name="2025-3-6"> Internet Archive recording of the broadcast - https://archive.org/details/KGO_20250307_094000_ABC_World_News_Now </ref>

|}

== Lyric alterations ==

Aside from small adlibs there are no changes from the version which the WNN Polka Archive has dubbed [[Base Version 3]]

== Behind the scenes ==

The WNN Polka Archive had the opportunity to ask Anne a few questions <ref name="AnneQ&A"> Private Correspondence with Anne Reburn (2025) </ref>

;How were you approached to perform the Polka?

:I was emailed by Barry, who explained what World News Now and the World News Polka are. He asked me if I'd like to do an interpretation of it, and of course I said yes!

;Were you aware your version would be re-aired multiple times, if so did you expect it to become a regular version?

:I was not aware my version would be aired more than once, but I'm so happy that it has been! Even if my polka had only been on once, I'd still consider it among the coolest things I've ever done, so that fact that it became a semi-regular version is above and beyond!

;How much creative freedom did ABC give you (for example you added snippets such as 'Be Professional' and 'Sit Down'?

:Barry at World News Now told me to put my personal spin on the polka, which I did! The only thing I didn't have much flexibility on was the tempo, which could only vary so much as the polka needed to be a certain length to fit in the slot for it. When I thought about how I'd put my spin on it, I knew I wanted to do some funny interactions between the clones, so that's how those ad libs came about.
My version had to be submitted for ABC's approval, as I assume all versions are, but they didn't ask me to make any changes.

;How did it feel for your cover to be broadcast on national TV?

:It was such an honor to have my cover broadcast on national television. It's at the top of my list of accomplishments! Looking at the other artists who have done versions of the polka, I'm in amazing company. As a musician whose work and performances are mostly taking place online, my day-to-day can feel isolated. The World News Polka was one of those very special moments that reminded me that I'm not just releasing my videos into the void, and that you never knew who's watching! For everything bad we can say about the Internet, it also has an incredible power to connect us. I'm so thankful for the opportunity.

'''Why do you think the World News Polka format works so well with guest performers?

:I think it goes back to Barry's original composition! It's simple musically, which frees artists from having to focus on making something technically impressive and allows us to use our imaginations while recreating the song in our own styles. The lyrics tell a story and invite us to have fun with it!

;Is there anything about your World News Polka performance that you think viewers might not realise or appreciate at first glance?

:I'm writing this in 2025, and I recorded my polka in 2018, so to be honest I don't remember! Over the years I've seen some people find the video on my YouTube channel after seeing it on World News Now, and I'm always thankful for the extra effort they've taken to seek out the video and let me know they enjoyed my polka!

== References ==
<references />

[[Category:Guest Versions]]
[[Category:2018 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2023 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2024 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:2025 World News Polkas]]
[[Category:World News Polka Versions]]

Fully produced Version (1998)

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== Overview ==

'''Base Version 1''' is a term coined by the WNN Polka Archive and refers to a standard lyric variant of the World News Polka.

This version first aired 6 November 1992 and can be distinguished from its use of a bubble machine

== Differences from previous base version ==

{| class="wikitable"
! Previous base version !! This base version
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Clintons on the Campaign Trail Bush is Golfing with Dan Quayle
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Politics and Foreign Wars All the weather all the scores
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Weather man says looks like rain Guess what happened with hussain
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Business news from Tokyo Stuff you saw on koppels show
|-
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Who needs ratings Who needs sponsors Who needs networks too
| style="vertical-align: middle; text-align: center;" | Who cares what the networks think Or the sponsors too
|}

Additional This version of the world news polka added an additional verse at the end beginning with "They make us work the graveyard shift"

== Origin ==

'''TODO:''' Describe when and why this lyric variant was introduced.

== Usage ==

This base version is commonly used for:
* Studio re-air recordings

== Known examples ==

* [[Example Version Page]]

== References ==
<references />

{{BaseVersionNav}}

[[Category:Base versions]]

Fully produced Version (1998)

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Fully produced Version (1998)

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Fully produced Version (1998)

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Fully produced Version (1998)

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Fully produced Version (1998)

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Fully produced Version (1998)

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