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The Rest Is Entertainment

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

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32:42

The Books You Must Read Before Turning 18

The Rest Is Entertainment ·

2025/05/28

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

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52:31

⁠The Truth Behind ITV’s Daytime Cull

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2025/05/26

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 Soft Token are storming the charts on both

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29:37

Method Acting Sickos

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2025/05/21

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

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62:26

Gary Lineker Leaves The BBC

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2025/05/19

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

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35:54

Can The Pope Win Eurovision?

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2025/05/14

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

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61:34

Marina Explains The Beckham Family Feud

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2025/05/12

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

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39:01

Prop Auctions, Celebrity Bodyguards & Football Chants

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2025/05/07

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

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50:57

Is Trump Trying To Kill Hollywood?

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2025/05/05

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

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32:18

The Most Dangerous Job in TV

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2025/04/30

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,

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55:46

How Liz Hurley Slid Into Billy Ray Cyrus’s DMs

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2025/04/29

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

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28:46

Marina's A-List

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2025/04/23

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,

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54:28

Can Jesus Save Hollywood?

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2025/04/21

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

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34:41

Titanic, Tattoos & Trade Wars

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2025/04/16

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 heroes Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and access to bonus episodes:

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53:01

Will Saturday Night Live Thrive in The UK?

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2025/04/14

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

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39:21

Clooney vs Trump

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2025/04/09

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.com Sign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.com Twitter:

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59:51

Minecraft: A Huge Mess But A Huge Hit

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2025/04/07

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

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33:09

When Product Placement Goes Wrong

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2025/04/02

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.com Sign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.com Twitter:

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44:29

Did Mark Zuckerberg steal Richard's Books?

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2025/04/01

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

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38:58

The Adolescence Director Answers Your Questions

The Rest Is Entertainment ·

2025/03/27

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.com Sign up to our newsletter: www.therestisentertainment.com Twitter: @‌restisents Instagram:

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46:02

Adolescence Conquers the World

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2025/03/25

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

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