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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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35:09

Will The Harry Potter Reboot Fail?

The Rest Is Entertainment ·

2025/03/20

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

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57:39

Millie Bobby Brown Has Had Enough

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2025/03/18

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

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37:23

The Secrets Of Channel 4’s Hunted

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2025/03/13

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

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48:46

The Power Of Drive To Survive

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2025/03/11

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

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36:00

Shrek 5, Book Signings & Going For Gold

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2025/03/06

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.com Sign up to our newsletter:

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61:03

The Oscars: Does Anyone Care Any More?

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2025/03/04

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

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40:27

Oscars, Clichés and Cool

The Rest Is Entertainment ·

2025/02/27

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.com Sign up to our newsletter:

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48:30

Bond and Meghan Markle’s Big Gamble

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2025/02/25

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

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36:13

Have Celebs Lost Their Cool?

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2025/02/20

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

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65:47

Is James Bond In Crisis?

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2025/02/18

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

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33:03

Why Kids Must Watch More TV

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2025/02/13

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 Carr 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: @‌restisentertainment YouTube:

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52:42

Gino D'Acampo & The Superbowl

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2025/02/11

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

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31:31

Millionaire Mutts & The Power Of JK Rowling

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2025/02/06

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:

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55:59

Have We Passed Peak Kardashian?

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2025/02/04

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

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33:55

Extreme Weather & Sexy Monks

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2025/01/30

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

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56:02

The BrewDog Famechaser

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2025/01/28

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

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27:43

Free Bonus Episode - 30 Years Of Pulp Fiction

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2025/01/24

** 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

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38:02

Marina's Tribute to David Lynch

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2025/01/23

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: https://forms.gle/RRtnYHRhxrbcqU8A7 Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club for ad free listening and

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46:00

Trump, TikTok & NDAs

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2025/01/20

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

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29:25

Fake Vomit & Corrie In Crisis

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2025/01/16

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.com Sign up to our newsletter:

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