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The Rest Is Entertainment

ByGoalhanger Podcasts
157 episodes

Podcast Summary

Richard Osman & Marina Hyde share insider knowledge on TV, movies, and pop culture.Stay up to date on what's hot and what's not in entertainment with behind-the-scenes insights from Richard and Marina. As two of the most connected voices in the business, they provide a unique perspective on the latest television series, film releases, and cultural trends. Their podcast explores everything from media gossip to industry secrets, giving listeners the inside track on the world of showbiz.Whether you're a fan of gritty dramas, blockbuster movies, or celebrity news, this podcast is your ultimate guide to entertainment. Richard and Marina offer fresh, expert analysis on the latest hits, star power, and cultural moments shaping the media landscape, making sure you’re always in the know about the entertainment world.The Rest Is Entertainment Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord.Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment.For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.

#1

Gossip: The New Frontier Of The Culture War

Is entertainment being weaponised as part of a culture war? Why aren’t we celebrating OnlyFans? The business is a massive UK success story. What can the way The Guardian asks for money tell us about subscriptions? With left and right politics now firmly established, how are the right deploying entertainment as a means to further their ideology? Who are the protagonists behind the discourse we’re being subjected to? OnlyFans was started by Tim Stokely in London in 2016 and has risen to be a billion dollar company but it is rarely spoken about. Is the platform’s core content the reason people seem hesitant to shout about a British success story? The Guardian now has well over a million paying ’supporters’. How has what could be framed a polite way to request support driven their success? The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Assistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Editor: Kieron Leslie, Charlie Rodwell, Adam Thornton Producer: Joey McCarthySenior Producer: Neil FearnHead of Content: Tom WhiterExec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-06-02•52mins
#2

The Books You Must Read Before Turning 18

Which novels must you read before your 18th birthday? How are routes planned for Race Across The World? Does 'Alien' have the greatest ever tagline? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of entertainment, including the ever-growing clapping crisis in Cannes. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment. The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Assistant Producer: Aaliyah Akude Video Editor: Kieron Leslie, Charlie Rodwell, Adam Thornton Producer: Joey McCarthy Senior Producer: Neil Fearn Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-05-28•30mins
#3

⁠The Truth Behind ITV’s Daytime Cull

How will ITV's brutal re-scheduling of daytime affect the industry? Who is masked singer that's dominating the UK and US charts? Why is Netflix's targeting toddlers in their race to market dominance? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde look at the devastating cuts that ITV have made to their daytime schedule, seeing beloved shows cut and hundreds of jobs culled. Can traditional broadcasters turn the tide, or is it the end of Lorraine? Genre-bending band Sleep Token are storming the charts on both side of the Atlantic, the pair explore one of the most unlikely hitmakers of 2025. Finally, we revisit the streaming wars as a new battlefront has opened for the attention of pre-schoolers, what impact will Netflix's aquirement of Sesame Street and Ms. Rachel have on YouTube? Recommendations: Marina: The Wizard of the Kremlin, by Giuliano da Empoli (Book) Richard: Conclave (Film) The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment. The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Assistant Producer: Aaliyah Akude Video Editor: Kieron Leslie, Charlie Rodwell, Adam Thornton Producer: Joey McCarthy Senior Producer: Neil Fearn Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-05-28•49mins
#4

Method Acting Sickos

Why did Jared Leto send co-stars used condoms and live rats while on set for Suicice Squad? Why can't you trust the Radio 4 pips any longer? And why did Richard spend hours watching Ben White say his name over and over? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of showbiz, including the inside scoop on foul behaviour by method actors and the secrets of casting for Race Across The World. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment. The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Assistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Editor: Kieron Leslie, Charlie Rodwell, Harry Swan, Adam ThorntonProducer: Joey McCarthySenior Producer: Neil FearnHead of Content: Tom WhiterExec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-05-21•26mins
#5

Gary Lineker Leaves The BBC

Why has Gary Lineker's career at the BBC ended after 30 years? Who has been enabling Diddy for decades in his infamous 'freak-off' parties? Why did Marina queue for three hours in Westfield for a tiny plastic doll - and was it worth it? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde investigate the sordid Diddy trial for sex trafficking and racketeering and ask if anyone else is to blame for enabling celebrity monsters. Tim Davie sets out his vision for a renewed BBC last week, the pair discuss the future of the public service broadcaster in the UK. What the hell is a Labubu? And where are 20-somethings obsessed with a cheap plastic toy from China? Marina has the scoop from the frontlines (of late-stage capitalism). The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment. The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Assistant Producer: Aaliyah Akude Video Editor: Kieron Leslie, Charlie Rodwell, Harry Swan Producer: Joey McCarthy Senior Producer: Neil Fearn Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-05-19•58mins
#6

Can The Pope Win Eurovision?

Can the Vatican enter Eurovision? What's the deal with the delegation delays? And what would Marina's darts nickname be? With Eurovision just around the corner Richard & Marina bring your burning Eurovision questions to Executive Supervisor Martin Österdahl and Brand Director Martin Green. Plus, we talk Klingon, Elvish and Klanger - how are fake languages for movies are created, and how you can get a degree in them. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment. The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Assistant Producer: Aaliyah Akude Video Editor: Kieron Leslie, Charlie Rodwell, Harry Swan, Adam Thornton Producer: Joey McCarthy Senior Producer: Neil Fearn Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-05-14•32mins
#7

Marina Explains The Beckham Family Feud

What's lurking behind the scenes of the Beckham family feud that's generating tabloid headlines? Has slasher producer Eli Roth created a new way to finance his horror flicks? Why aren't people allowed to go to the bathroom during the BAFTAs? Marina Hyde and Richard Osman unravel the world of the Beckhams, and the growing split between Brooklyn and the rest of his family. Horror royalty Eli Roth has created a unique way to finance future film. Will it reshape the film industry as he hopes, and what is the grisliest way to be killed on camera? Richard, was at the BAFTAs on Sunday evening. Whilst he didn’t bring back an award, he did bring back secrets of what happens at awards shows as a nominee. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment. The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Assistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Editor: Kieron Leslie, Charlie Rodwell, Harry Swan Producer: Joey McCarthySenior Producer: Neil FearnHead of Content: Tom WhiterExec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-05-12•59mins
#8

Prop Auctions, Celebrity Bodyguards & Football Chants

If you had the money, would you like to own a piece of Hollywood history? What are the most expensive props and movie memorabilia ever, and is there etiquette for who can take iconic items with them when the cameras stop rolling? Football chants are often creative, catchy but are they ever really original? Reviews. Are star rating accurate and how much do critics hate giving a rating? Just some of your questions answered on this episode of The Rest Is Entertainment. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment. The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Assistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Editor: Charlie Rodwell + Teo Ayodeji-Ansell Producer: Joey McCarthySenior Producer: Neil FearnHead of Content: Tom WhiterExec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-05-07•35mins

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#9

Is Trump Trying To Kill Hollywood?

US President Donald Trump has turned his tariff agenda towards the movie business by promising 100% tariffs on films made outside America. Is this going to save Hollywood or only hasten tinsel town’s demise? Irish hip hop trio Kneecap have found themselves in hot water after a string of controversial statements shared at their gigs have been unearthed. They are now facing an investigation from the Metropolitan Police’s counter terror unit. Richard and Marina explore the arguments for, and against, silencing the musicians. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment. The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Assistant Producers: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Editor: Charlie Rodwell + Teo Ayodeji-Ansell Producer: Joey McCarthySenior Producer: Neil FearnHead of Content: Tom WhiterExec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-05-05•47mins
#10

The Most Dangerous Job in TV

Why do quiz shows have two hosts? What wizardry is used in the latest series of Black Mirror? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions, including how to encourage a penguin to act on screen - and the most dangerous filming job in television. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment. The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Assistant Producers: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Editor: Kieron Leslie, Adam ThorntonProducer: Joey McCarthy Senior Producer: Neil FearnHead of Content: Tom WhiterExec Producers: Tony Pastor, Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-30•28mins
#11

How Liz Hurley Slid Into Billy Ray Cyrus’s DMs

Are we right to be cynical about Elizabeth Hurley’s new relationship with Billy Ray Cyrus? Why has Peter Andre donned a dodgy dreadlocks wig for his new acting role? Who will win Celebrity Traitors? ‘Jafaican’ is not his screen debut as Peter Andre claims, but that is the least of the film's issues. From his accent to overall portrayal of Jamaican culture, initial reaction to the trailer have ignited the culture war. What does it tell us about financing of film production at this level of the industry? A celebrity romance that no one had on their 2025 bingo cards is Liz Hurley & Billy Ray Cyrus. How did the English actress meet the Achey Breaky Heart crooner? One of TV's cultural moments returns for its celeb outing. Who is in this year’s Celebrity Traitors and who do Richard & Marina think have a chance of being crowned the winner? The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment. The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Assistant Producers: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Editor: Kieron Leslie, Adam Thornton, Charlie RodwellProducers: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyHead of Content: Tom WhiterExec Producers: Tony Pastor, Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-29•52mins
#12

Marina's A-List

Can you guess how Marina will rate your favourite actor? Why do first editions cost so much? Does Beyonce hire too many songwriters?Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions and explore the world of bottle episodes and writing credits. Plus we list the country's top actors and Marina (and her imaginary gavel) decide if they are 'A-List or Not' - prepare to be shocked. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment.The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out moreFor more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.comAssistant Producers: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Editor: Kieron Leslie, Adam ThorntonProducers: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyHead of Content: Tom WhiterExec Producers: Tony Pastor, Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-23•25mins
#13

Can Jesus Save Hollywood?

Has Christian movie making resurrected the Box Office? Is 'Reacher' America's favourite TV Show? Why are celebrities obsessed with making hot sauces?Richard Osman and Marina Hyde explore the phenomenal success of religious programming in Hollywood - including the smash hit from Angel Studios 'King Of Kings'. But why are LA's rich and famous flocking to church all of a sudden, and are they all praying for Justin Baldoni?Severance and The White Lotus are some of the most talked about shows in the world, but what about Lee Child's Reacher? Richard looks into the history of getting the anti-hero onto screen. Finally we get saucy with Marina's favourite movie-star Glen Powell. His affordable condiments have gone on sale in Walmart, but will they cut the mustard?The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment.The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out moreFor more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.comAssistant Producers: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Editor: Kieron Leslie, Adam ThorntonProducers: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyHead of Content: Tom WhiterExec Producers: Tony Pastor, Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-21•50mins
#14

Titanic, Tattoos & Trade Wars

Why are books rectangular, and what does it have to do with ancient Greek mathematics? How did Mike Tyson's tattooist almost bankrupt The Hangover franchise? And how was Star Wars almost derailed by a armed robbery?Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on plots of cancelled TV shows, how cinemas actually 'play' movies and how to hide the tattoos of your favourite action heroesJoin The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Joey McCarthy Senior Producer: Neil FearnAssistant Producer: Aaliyah Akude + Imogen MarriottVideo Producers: Kieron Leslie + Adam Thornton + Charlie RodwellHead Of Content: Tom WhiterExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportThe Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-16•31mins
#15

Will Saturday Night Live Thrive in The UK?

Will the British version of Saturday Night Live be a hit or miss for audiences? Is 'The Play That Goes Wrong' the ultimate theatrical experience? And will Richard's dream of a 'Thursday Murder Club' rollercoaster become a reality at Universal's new Bedfordshire theme park?Richard Osman and Marina Hyde discuss the exciting news that Lorne Michaels is finally making a UK version of his hit comedy sketch show - Saturday Night Live. Marina talks about her love of Mischief Theatre Company and the above-a-pub play that became a worldwide phenomenom. Plus we chat about the plans for Universal Studios to build an enormous theme park in Bedfordshire, and the chaos that could follow. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Joey McCarthy Senior Producer: Neil FearnAssistant Producer: Aaliyah Akude + Imogen MarriottVideo Producers: Kieron Leslie + Adam Thornton + Charlie RodwellHead Of Content: Tom WhiterExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportThe Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-14•49mins
#16

Clooney vs Trump

Donald Trump says that George Clooney is a third-rate actor - is he right? Does Hollywood have a nepo-baby problem? Should we actually judge a book by its (dust) cover?Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer questions on A-Listers, sports scoring and if they should lead an anti-capitalist coup.Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Joey McCarthy Senior Producer: Neil FearnAssistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Producers: Kieron Lesley + Harry Swan + Charlie RothwellHead Of Content: Tom WhiterExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportThe Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-09•35mins
#17

Minecraft: A Huge Mess But A Huge Hit

Is 'A Minecraft Movie' going to be the biggest hit of 2025? Do young people know or care about The Beatles? What was the inspiration behind Charlie Brooker's seminal 'Black Mirror'?Like many parents across the world, Marina watched the Jack Black and Jason Momoa fronted Minecraft movie on the weekend. How has a video game based off chopping wood become the biggest cultural phenomenon of the 21st century?Black Mirror returns to our screens this week, but what is the secret behind Charlie Brooker and Annabel Jones' continued success with the Netflix hit?Finally, we look at the news American Beauty and Bond director Sam Mendes will release four Beatles biopics in the same month - starring heartthrobs Paul Mescal, Harris Dickinson, Barry Keoghan and Joseph Quinn. But do Gen-Z even know who they are?Recommendations:Marina: The Accidental Soldier, Owain MulliganJoin The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Joey McCarthy Senior Producer: Neil FearnAssistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Producers: Kieron Lesley + Harry Swan + Charlie Rothwell Executive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-07•56mins
#18

When Product Placement Goes Wrong

How did a Sex And The City product placement almost bankrupt Peloton? Do spy writers use actual murder methods in their books? And is Amol Rajan actually clever?Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer questions on Killing Eve, The White Lotus and why the final season of Game Of Thrones flopped.Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyAssistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Producer: Jake LiascosExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportThe Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-03•29mins
#19

Did Mark Zuckerberg steal Richard's Books?

Did Meta use millions of copyrighted books to train their latest AI chatbot? Has Amazon Prime struck gold with its latest comedy format 'Last One Laughing'? Will YouTubers ever crack traditional TV?Richard and Marina delve into the murky world of LibGen, the Russian illegal archive that has ripped both host's back catalog of books and the possibility that Facebook has used it to train their AI chatbot.'Last One Laughing' is the Jimmy Carr hosted hit for Amazon Prime, have the streamers finally worked out how to make great comedy for TV? And is Bob Mortimer the UK's funniest comedian?Finally, we've been given a sneak peak at HBO Max's Jake and Logan Paul documentary series for HBO. Why can't influencers draw their loyal Gen Z fans to watch their reheated formats on TV?Recommendations:Marina - The Entertainment Strategy Guy (Substack) & Graydon Carter - When The Going Was Good (Book)Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyAssistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Producer: Jake LiascosExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportThe Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-04-01•40mins
#20

The Adolescence Director Answers Your Questions

We're pulling back the curtain of Netflix's biggest drama of the year - Adolesence.In a show first, we've spoken to director Philip Barantini and Director of Photography Matt Lewis to answer your questions about the incredible cast, techincal challenges and that infamous drone shot.Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyAssistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Producer: Jake LiascosExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportThe Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-27•35mins
#21

Adolescence Conquers the World

It's the most talked-about show of the year so far. But has Netflix's 'Adolesence' put the final nail in the coffin of BBC and ITV drama comissioning? Richard and Marina discuss the sensational Stephen Graham drama.After the iconic Chris Rock slap at the Oscars in 2023, Will Smith's career and reputation has been in the doldrums. Marina and Richard have a plan to save the Fresh Prince's career, and it includes a big-old slice of Humble Pie.Recommendations:Marina - "Burn The Boats" is a Funeral for Joe Rogan's Comedy Career - Elephant Graveyard (YouTube)Richard - ‘Good Walk Spoiled’ & ‘A Season On The Brink’ - John FeinsteinJoin The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyAssistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Producer: Jake LiascosExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportThe Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-25•42mins
#22

Will The Harry Potter Reboot Fail?

Will HBO's Harry Potter reboot cast a spell over a whole new generation of fans, or vanish in a cloud of disappointment?Which late global music megastar once donated money to an unlucky loser on Deal Or No Deal?What is the secret behind the success of the New York Times puzzles? Human geniuses and creativity or AI?Why aren’t we seeing traditional romances on screen any more?Richard and Marina settle in to answer your questions. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyAssistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Producer: Jake Liascos Executive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportThe Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out moreFind out more about the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra at Samsung.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-20•34mins
#23

Millie Bobby Brown Has Had Enough

As Disney's newest live-action remake of Snow White becomes the centre of America's latest culture war, facing backlash over casting, messaging and its portrayal of classic themes... Richard and Marina unpack why this might become the mouse's biggest ever fumble.Millie Bobby Brown has grown up in the public eye after coming to world wide attention in Netflix’s Stranger Things. Now in her early 20s the actress is facing constant comments about her appearance, causing her to go online to personally call out journalists harassing her. Why do the media and the public have such intense reactions to female celebrities growing up?Facebook - the home of free speech? Sarah Wynn Williams, former Facebook Director Of Global Public Policy and author of ‘Careless People: A Story of Where I Used to Work’ as the company have denounced their former employee, claiming the book is “a mix of out-of-date and previously reported claims about the company and false accusations about our executives”. Is the battle for free speech more interesting than the content?All this, plus Richard Osman reveals the highly anticipated title of his next Thursday Murder Club book!Recommendations: Marina - Adolescence (Netflix) / The World Of Tim Burton (Design Museum)Richard - Drive To Survive (Netflix)Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyAssistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Producer: Jake Liascos Executive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportThe Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more🌏 Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day mon...

2025-03-18•54mins

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#24

The Secrets Of Channel 4’s Hunted

Richard and Marina go inside Hunted, one of Channel 4’s recent success stories. What’s real? Is there producer interference? What techniques can help you avoid the hunters?The move to streaming has not only meant a loss to of buying DVDs, but the loss of the directors commentary. Will we ever get to enjoy the art of it again?Plus the journalists standing by their sources, Saturday Night Live and how actors battle through illness.Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyAssistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Producer: Jake Liascos Executive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportThe Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more🌏 Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-13•33mins
#25

The Power Of Drive To Survive

Drive To Survive, the colossal Formula 1 Netflix hit returns to our screens. How has it shaped reality sport documentaries that now dominate the documentary space and what can we expect from the latest series? The 1975, Neil Young and Olivia Rodrigo all announced as 2025 Glastonbury headliners. Something for everyone and yet like every year there are cries of “worst lineup ever”. Richard and Marina discuss if it is the worst ever and provide a bluffers guide to some of the names playing.Marina has sat through With Love, Meghan so you don’t have to. She has thoughts.Recommendations: Marina - Israel and the Palestinians: The Road to 7th October (iPlayer)Richard - Amandaland (iPlayer)Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyAssistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Producer: Jake Liascos Executive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportThe Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more🌏 Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-11•45mins
#26

Shrek 5, Book Signings & Going For Gold

It's the first Shrek movie in almost a decade, but why are fans outraged over the new animation style - could this spell disaster for Dreamworks?Richard and Marina answer your burning entertainment questions; including the true identity of Mr Blobby, how to sign 45,000 books a year and whether its time to reboot 'Going For Gold'.Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyAssistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Producer: Jake Liascos Executive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportThe Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more🌏 Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-06•32mins
#27

The Oscars: Does Anyone Care Any More?

Did Anora deserve its Oscars clean sweep, why are audiences switching off - and why did Adrien Brody chuck chewing gum at his wife?Richard & Marina share their thoughts on Hollywood's biggest night, plus dig into Jeff Bezos' new regime at the Washington Post. Recommendations: Richard - Toxic Town (Netflix)Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyAssistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Producer: Jake Liascos Executive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportThe Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Visit Sky.com to find out more🌏 Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-03-04•57mins
#28

Oscars, Clichés and Cool

We deal with the fallout of Richard and Marina’s debate over who and what is ‘cool’ with a third voice joining the conversation… but whose side are they on? Movies are full of clichés, Marina shares her dramatic pet peeves. Richard explains the politics of hosting awards ceremonies from seating plans to scripting nominee announcements. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyAssistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport🌏 Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-27•35mins
#29

Bond and Meghan Markle’s Big Gamble

After Richard & Marina asked if Bond was in crisis on last week’s show, longtime custodians of ‘brand Bond’ Barbara Broccoli and Michael G Wilson announced they are stepping down. Who will next play the role of Bond, and the likelihood of future films or spinoffs, are now in Amazon’s hands. Following this bombshell announcement Marina takes us inside the bombshell story and why they’re stepping back now.Meghan Markle has had yet another rebrand. Ahead of her Netflix lifestyle series drops on Netflix on March 4th - Marina and Richard ask if this is the final chance for the Duchess of Sussex to launch the next Goop?Recommendations: Richard - Blatro (iPhone App)Marina - Joan Rivers Fashion Police (YouTube)Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyAssistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport🌏 Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-25•43mins
#30

Have Celebs Lost Their Cool?

Who and what is “cool”? Richard and Marina have their first disagreement of 2025.We know there is a lot of fakery in TV - the secrets of The Apprentice, Gogglebox and Who Do You Think You Are? are revealed. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport🌏 Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-20•30mins
#31

Is James Bond In Crisis?

Peter Kay is well into the final stretch of his tour but this week he made headlines for having audience members removed for heckling. Are there rules around heckling? Has it gotten worse in recent years? Where did the word come from?James Bond appears to have gone AWOL from our screens. With over four years passing since Craig's finale in No Time To Die, why can't 007's producers and their new owners (Amazon) come together and make a new film? The most beautiful, hilarious and luxurious show is back on TV. The White Lotus returns. Richard and Marina take us inside the show, the secrets to it success and why brands are seemingly draw to it.Recommendations: Richard - Boyzone - No Matter What (Sky Documentaries)Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport🌏 Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-18•1hr 0mins
#32

Why Kids Must Watch More TV

Should new parents let their children watch TV? Richard and Marina's answer may surprise you.Plus: we tell you how much it costs to get Snoop Dogg to feature on your song and Amanda Holden spills the beans on her epic new renovation programme with Alan CarrJoin The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport🌏 Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-13•27mins
#33

Gino D'Acampo & The Superbowl

Which million-dollar ad slots captured Richard and Marina’s attention at the Superbowl this weekend? And will Trump’s presidency halt rap’s love affair with the prestigious half-time show?Billie Eilish is the latest singer to flog their perfume, but where does it sit in the pantheon of celebrity fragrances?2025 is already proving to be another ‘difficult year for men’. Celebrity chef and presenter Gino D’Acampo has been accused of inappropriate and intimidating behaviour on set. Once again what does this tell us about production culture behind some of TV’s biggest shows?Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport🌏 Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-11•47mins
#34

Millionaire Mutts & The Power Of JK Rowling

The documentary series 24 Hours In Police Custody is a jewel in Channel 4's crown, Richard and Marina go inside the custody suite to learn the shows secrets. How far can you stretch the truth on Would I Lie To You? When do actors get paid? Has the wrong episode of a soap ever been broadcast?Just a few of the questions that are answered in this episode of The Rest Is Entertainment. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comEXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!Sign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportJoin The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-06•26mins
#35

Have We Passed Peak Kardashian?

Is it the end of the road for reality TV's first family? Marina gives Richard a crash course on the dizzying world of the Kardashians.Dan Brown is back. The literary phenomenon behind The Da Vinci code returns with a new book, the phenomenally successful author behind Angels & Demons, The Da Vinci Code and more returns with The Secrets of Secrets later in the year. The reception to his books hasn’t always been kind, but is the criticism fair or is it once again an example of critics and the public wanting different things? We're now just a few weeks out from the Oscars. It isn't always the best in their respective categories that win with jockeying and the politics of Hollywood playing a major role. Listen for the inside track on the PR plan to win an Oscar statuette.Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comRecommendation: Richard - Amanda & Alan's Italian Job (iPlayer) Sign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport🌏 Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✅ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-02-04•50mins
#36

Extreme Weather & Sexy Monks

What goes into the making of audiobooks? Richard's We Solve Murders producer gives us in the inside info. How justifiable is it to send TV crews out to report on extreme weather? Do you end up getting paid less than minimum wage when contriuting to some news shows? And, further revelations about sexy monks. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-30•28mins
#37

The BrewDog Famechaser

James Watt: BrewDog 'Co-founder' and now self-described 'Co-Captain', investor and... TV personality? He wants you to know that he has a new show that sounds a lot like Dragons Den but isn't Dragons Den... House of Unicorns. Is it any different? Why does James feel the need to be a TV star? Will he be successful?It's the story that keeps having new chapters. Marina brings us the latest developments in Blake Lively vs. Justin Baldoni. And The Traitors wrapped up with the show's biggest ever audience. What did Richard and Marina make of the final and can it keep on growing without the contestants becoming too savvy about how it works.Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-28•51mins
#38

Free Bonus Episode - 30 Years Of Pulp Fiction

** This is a free taste of a bonus episode only available exclusively to AAA members of The Rest Is Entertainment Club. For more episodes like this as well as ad-free listening, early episode access, book discounts and a link to join our new chat community go to www.therestisentertainment.com or sign up directly in the Apple podcasts app **It's been 30 years since it Quentin Tarantino's Pulp Fiction reshaped independent cinema and burst onto the box office. How did the film come to be made? What made Tarantino fight for John Travolta? What role did Danny DeVito play?Join Richard and Marina for a deep dive into a seminal movie that created memes before memes, posters than adorned student rooms the world over, and continues to influence future generations of film makers.To listen to more bonus episodes like this, as well as enjoying ad-free listening, early access to the Q&A, plus joining our new chat community and book discounts go to www.therestisentertainment.com or sign up directly in the Apple podcasts app.Sign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-24•27mins
#39

Marina's Tribute to David Lynch

In light of the sad news that legendary director David Lynch has passed away Marina pays tribute.The Rest Is Football provide an answer for us on cold, windy, commentary positions plus stories of rats, spiders and flies on set.Your questions answered by Richard and Marina. As ever, we really appreciate your feedback on The Rest Is Entertainment to make our shows and partnerships even better: The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack DavenportAs ever, we really appreciate your feedback on The Rest Is Entertainment to make our shows and partnerships even better: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-23•32mins
#40

Trump, TikTok & NDAs

Trump returned to the White House with some new special envoys. Which Hollywood hardmen has he chosen to watch his back?Allegations against Neil Gaiman have revealed the use of NDAs as a tool of power by the rich against those more vulnerable. What are NDAs and what would happen if you break one?TikTok shut down for a few hours in the US on Sunday night before being reinstated by President Trump. Will the ban come again and if so will anyone really care?As ever, we really appreciate your feedback on The Rest Is Entertainment to make our shows and partnerships even better: - Cue The Sun (read)Richard - A Real Pain (watch)Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-20•40mins
#41

Fake Vomit & Corrie In Crisis

How do actors fake vomiting? Louis Theroux tells us his tips and tricks for how to get the most out of documentary subjects.It was a national institution, but is it time for last orders to be called at The Rovers Return and Coronation Street?Plus, we tackle The Traitors (with no spoilers) ahead of a full Traitors Q&A bonus episode for The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club members on Friday 17th Jan. Join now at www.therestisentertainment.comGet our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/restisentertainment It's risk-free with Nord's 30 day money back guarantee ✅Sign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-16•24mins
#42

The Rock’s Beef With Vin Diesel

Are The Rock and Vin Diesel furious with one another or fast friends? With an on-again off-again beef brewing since 2016, Richard & Marina bring us up to speed on the latest in the action men saga after both showed some love for the other at the 2025 Golden Globes.The LA fires have dominated the news cycles since they broke out with many famous names, as well as those behind scenes, impacted. With fewer films being made in Hollywood each year, will it fully recover from this latest blow?Better Man, the Robbie Williams biopic where he is portrayed as a CGI monkey has bombed at the box office. With a hefty budget, where did the backing come from?As mentioned in the show - The Rock & Vin Diesel and the oddly angled shot hereWill Tavlin’s Casual Viewing blog post hereRecommendations:Marina - Beast Games (Prime Video)Richard - Patrick Radden Keefe - Say Nothing (read)Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-14•42mins
#43

Has Strictly Saved Itself?

With Chris McCausland winning Strictly Come Dancing and the Xmas special being especially feel-good, has Strictly saved itself as the raft of upheld complaints and accusations that preceded the most recent series?Richard lets us know if it’s possible to appear on several quiz shows and what producers are looking for in contestants.Plus, was 2024 ‘the rise of celebrity surgery’ and will certain trends carry on into 2025?Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-09•18mins
#44

The Traitors & Our 2025 Predictions

One the BBC’s programming jewels, The Traitors has returned. What has changed? Who is playing the game well? What is in store for us?Marina has looked into her crystal ball and shares her movie predictions for 2025. What is going to boom and what might flop at the box office?Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-07•29mins
#45

Favourite Questions of 2024

As we emerge from our festive slumber, enjoy some of our favourite questions (and answers) from 2024.Why are cups on screen always empty? How do you substitute drugs? Why don't cameras get steamy in shower scenes? How would Richard commit the perfect murder?Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2025-01-02•19mins
#46

Squid Game And Heroes & Villains of 2024

The most popular show in Netflix's history returns for its second season. Does it carry the story along, and what does it say about culture now?Richard and Marina also give us some of their recommendations for TV in 2025 but before that they tell us their heroes and villains of 2024. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-12-31•39mins
#47

The Art Of Match Of The Day

What is a little know fact about the Downing Street door that is in front of our eyes and set designers have to get right?Richard and Marina reveal the art to the Match Of The Day commentary, why a signed book makes a special gift, and when is an opening night really an opening night?Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-12-26•19mins
#48

Blake Lively Bombshell & Beast Games

What happens inside a Hollywood smear machine? This week Blake Lively filed a legal complaint which revealed private messages detailing an alleged campaign to tarnish her, after she accused director and co-star Justin Baldoni of misconduct on the set of “It Ends With Us.”Where does this leave both parties and what does it tell us about the dark arts in Hollywood PR?MrBeast aka Jimmy Donaldson released the much anticipated Beast Games on Amazon. Known for his big budget YouTube gameshows, Amazon gave him a reported $100 million to create a gameshow. Is it good? Does he manage to transfer from YouTube to streaming? What does it tell us about not just entertainment, but the world in which we find ourselves?And lastly, some festive cheer. Richard and Marina look back on how linear TV bagged huge audiences as we all came together for Xmas viewing. Will Gavin and Stacey roll back the clock and deliver a multi-million audience?Recommendations:Marina - Inside No 9: The Party's Over (iPlayer)Richard - Black Doves (Netflix)Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-12-24•40mins
#49

The Truth Of Gossip Sites

How are blind items reported on sites such as PopBitch or Deuxmoi and kept legally sound and how accurate are they really? If someone samples or covers your song, what can make you more money and set you up for life? When contestants give a wildly incorrect answer on a quiz show, how do presenters keep a straight face?Plus, there's an update on which Quality Street are best. Are you team Marina or team Richard?Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-12-19•28mins
#50

Lisa Nandy, Tech Bros & The Sephora Crisis

As the government debates a new bill covering how AI has to abide by copyright laws, is it better for creative industries to keep their friends close but enemies closer?Sephora, Drunk Elephant, Sol de Janeiro are at the front of what some have called an epidemic amongst 'tweens' (pre-teens). These beauty and skincare brands are often pushed by influencers but what does it tell us about modern advertising and commercialism.Finally Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has upset the TV industry after attacking a lack of creativity and diversity. Do her points have merit or is it misplaced and is she simply looking to score some easy points?Recommendations:Marina - Richard Goodwin - The Spirits (Substack)Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes: www.therestisentertainment.comSign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.comTwitter: @‌restisentsInstagram: @‌restisentertainmentYouTube: @‌therestisentertainmentEmail: [email protected]: Neil Fearn + Joey McCarthyExecutive Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2024-12-17•45mins

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