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30 episodes
The Rock Enters His Country Music Era
Ep 280 · Aug 17, 2026 · 53 min
Why are the big cheeses of the entertainment industry buying up sports teams? Is The Rock the next big country star? What does the micro-drama boom mean for actors? Ex-Disney boss Bob Iger is buying storied basketball team the LA Lakers for a billion-dollar deal. Are sports teams becoming the new Van Goghs for the mega wealthy? Dwayne Johnson is dipping his toes into country music. Marina gives an update on The Rock’s latest career pivot, and explains why his Oscar ambitions are far from over. C…
How To Win Lunch With a Celeb
Ep 279 · Aug 12, 2026 · 36 min
Is Spiderman’s box office success a bad sign for cinema? Which podcasting celeb did Richard almost take to lunch? What stars have lost the most from ‘backend’ deals? Marina Hyde and Richard Osman answer your questions on movie star salaries, cinema screen formats and Postman Pat. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Sponsored by Lloyds. Looking for extra value from your spending? You can bank on Lloyds to help your money go furthe…
James Bond: Sex, Spies and Soggy Towels (Ep1)
Aug 11, 2026 · 26 min
Ian Fleming was a former spy, proud philanderer and true upper-class bon vivant - who better to write the ultimate spy thriller? Welcome to the definitive podcast series on the story of James Bond, hosted by Richard Osman and Marina Hyde. Our first chapter follows the life of Ian Fleming, from his hell-raising days at Eton to extreme S&M escapades. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nat…
Sex Playlists - A Deep Dive
Ep 278 · Aug 10, 2026 · 58 min
What makes a good sex playlist? How should we talk about Ariana Grande? Which unlikely star should become the next James Bond? Marina and Richard have done a deep dive into sex playlists. Who is the undisputed king of music in the bedroom? And is there a scientific formula for the perfect lovemaking anthem? Ariana Grande is taking a break from public life following scrutiny about her weight and appearance. Is the discourse around the pop star doing more harm than good? New polling from Focal Dat…
The British Celebrity Boyfriend Crisis
Ep 277 · Aug 5, 2026 · 27 min
Are the cult of British Celebrity Boyfriends in trouble? Why are BTS boycotting the Grammys? Should Richard be worried about Count Binface’s manifesto? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on awards show boycotts, libel in books and celebrity breakup rumours. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Sponsored by Lloyds. Looking for extra value from your spending? You can bank on Lloyds to help your money go further. Sea…
Holly Willoughby On YouTube - The Verdict!
Ep 276 · Aug 3, 2026 · 48 min
Are critics missing the point of Holly Willoughby’s YouTube show? Is Elon Musk leading a new era of Hollywood ‘Wokebusters’? What are the allegations against Jared Leto? Holly Willoughby’s new YouTube show has provoked scathing reviews and comparisons to Meghan Markle. But are the critics right? And why are prime-time presenters swapping TV shows for YouTube channels? Oscar-winning Jared Leto has denied accusations of criminal sexual misconduct made by multiple women in a new BBC documenta…
Take A Break Fiction Feast's AI Fake Mistake
Ep 275 · Jul 29, 2026 · 37 min
What actually happens at a movie premiere? Who is behind the fake food brands you see on TV? Does anyone actually read magazines anymore? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer questions on documentary intros, movie premieres, and AI writing in magazines. You can email any questions you have to therestisentertainment@goalhanger.com The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Sponsored by Lloyds. Looking for extra value from your spending?…
Has Charli XCX Escaped Brat Summer?
Ep 274 · Jul 27, 2026 · 48 min
How do you follow up a monster hit like Charli XCX’s BRAT? Will a corporate buyout ruin Letterboxd? Are we all just content creators now? With everyone from your dentist to your neighbour posting content, and massive companies eschewing traditional advertising to pay micro-influencers, are we all just influencers now? Richard and Marina explore the booming content creation industry… do dentists make better content creators than Premier League footballers? Charli xcx has released her new album, M…
Zendaya's Secret Weapon
Ep 273 · Jul 22, 2026 · 36 min
Who is the genius stylist behind Zendaya’s red carpet supremacy? Does publishing have a female violence problem? What do The Wizard of Oz and Shakespeare’s plays have in common? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer questions on celebrity stylists, unhinged album promotion and storytelling tropes. You can email any questions you have to restisentertainment.com The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Lloyds. 250 years on and still back…
Introducing: The World Cup Of... TV Theme Tunes
Jul 21, 2026 · 10 min
This week, Richard is joined by Bella Hull and Ivo Graham to discuss... TV Theme Tunes. To hear the rest of the episode, head to our website and become a AAA member. Our Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy su…
How The Odyssey Won The Culture War
Ep 272 · Jul 20, 2026 · 54 min
Did Elon Musk’s attack on The Odyssey backfire? Is Netflix in trouble with Wall Street? Why did the Mickey Mouse Club produce so many pop stars? Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has sailed to an enormous opening weekend and rave reviews. Has it made its MAGA critics look stupid? Despite rising viewing figures, Netflix’s stock has plummeted. Is this a problem for the streaming giant? Disney+ is rebooting the Mickey Mouse Club, which launched the careers of Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake and Chr…
Why Are Brits So Good At Acting?
Ep 271 · Jul 15, 2026 · 33 min
Why are British actors overrepresented in Hollywood? Will we ever be able to ‘smell’ films at the cinema again? Is Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey too long for a summer release? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer questions on horror film release schedules, book rights and past entertainment stories they wish they could have covered on the podcast. You can email any questions you have to restisentertainment.com The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarde…
Prince Harry's 'Idiotic' Legal Battle
Ep 270 · Jul 13, 2026 · 49 min
Was Prince Harry wrong to sue the Daily Mail? How did Olivia Dean and Sam Fender make chart history this week? Which pop stars should we thank for the resurgence of the vodka cranberry? Prince Harry and other high-profile claimants have lost their High Court case against the publisher of the Daily Mail. Should stars let sleeping dogs lie over historical allegations of journalistic malpractice? Olivia Dean and Sam Fender have made chart history with their song Rein Me In, breaking the record for…
Bad Band Names, Set List Dramas and Failed Comebacks
Ep 269 · Jul 8, 2026 · 30 min
What's the worst band name of all time? Is there a golden month for Netflix releases? Why can't East 17 get back together? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer questions on set list faux pas, underwhelming comebacks, and whether The Beatles is a good band name...or not. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations. Lending is subject to status. You could lose your home if you…
Was Taylor Swift's Wedding Cringe?
Ep 268 · Jul 6, 2026 · 50 min
Is Taylor Swift the ultimate 'star-fucker'? Why is Katie Price an unstoppable force? Will Sky's purchase of ITV be a success? Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce finally tied the knot this weekend in Madison Square Gardens, with a select guest list of... 1,000 celebs. Richard Osman and Marina Hyde ask why someone would choose such an insane location, and if they'd have liked an invite to the epic nuptials themselves. Katie Price has been one of the UK's most fascinating, and troubling, British celebri…
Could Kathy Burke Be Bond?
Ep 267 · Jul 1, 2026 · 30 min
What is Madonna-bootcamp? Why is Tom and Jerry so popular in China? Could one person fill the vacancies of Prime Minister, James Bond AND Doctor Who? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of film, TV and bad book sequels. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations. Lending is subject to status. You could lose your home if you don't keep up your mo…
World Cup Of... US Sitcoms
Jun 30, 2026 · 35 min
Enjoy this teaser of Richard Osman's new bonus series 'World Cup of Everything' - the all-out, head-to-head battle to discover the Great British public's favourite of ANY category. This week, Richard is joined by Maisie Adam and John Robins to discuss... US Sitcoms. Our Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's…
Kylie Jenner's 'Pervert Glasses'
Ep 266 · Jun 29, 2026 · 50 min
Why has Kylie Jenner made a pair of glasses with 'Earth's Most Malevolant Dweeb' Mark Zuckerberg? How has Love Island become America's favourite show? And has Michael Barrymore made a comeback via TikTok? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde discuss the enormous success of dating reality show Love Island, and why audiences are preferring TV lotharios over Hollywood stars. Kylie Jenner has partnered with Meta to sell AI powered 'smart-glasses'. Are celebrities finally buying into Silicon Valley, and wha…
What's In A Name? The Worst Movie Titles Ever
Ep 265 · Jun 24, 2026 · 37 min
Can a bad title kill a movie's chances at the box office? Why was the Game of Thrones table read so awkward? How do actors interact with enormous animated monsters? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of theatre, television and awful film names. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations. Lending is subject to status. You could lose your home if…
Andy Burnham - Our First Indie-Kid PM?
Ep 264 · Jun 22, 2026 · 57 min
Does Hollywood have a problem with censorship? What's the best post-pandemic movie? Is Andy Burnham, Britain's next potential Prime Minister, actually cool? Amazon MGM Studios has dropped their upcoming Luca Guadagnino film 'Artificial', with some speculating it's because the movie features an unflattering portrayal of OpenAI founder Sam Altman. Is this yet another example of tech billionaires censoring the media industry? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde discuss if studios can do anything to fight…
Tom Hanks on Toy Story, Sequels and The Scene He Regrets
Ep 263 · Jun 17, 2026 · 38 min
Was the 90s the last great decade of movies? Who will Tom Hanks be supporting at the World Cup? And which film does he think features his worst performance? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde speak to Tom Hanks about his acting career, opinions on sequels and his favourite tank from WW2. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the…
Has The BBC Really Cancelled Doctor Who?
Ep 262 · Jun 15, 2026 · 51 min
Should the BBC have travelled stateside for the FIFA World Cup or stayed in Salford? And have bosses really cancelled the long-Running sci-fi stalwart Doctor Who? The World Cup has finally landed in the Americas, but time zones are preventing fans from watching the games. Richard Osman and Marina Hyde review the best and worst 'content' from the tournament, from Piers Morgan's podcasting attempts to the controversial ref-cam smothering our screens. What does it mean that the BBC has put Doctor W…
Steven Spielberg: I Was Turned Down for Bond
Ep 261 · Jun 10, 2026 · 29 min
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde are joined by the master filmmaker himself - Steven Spielberg. The Hollywood icon answers your questions on the existence of aliens, being rejected for Bond and his advice to up and coming directors like Backrooms' Kane Parsons. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the sh…
The Steven Bartlett Podcast Pile-On
Ep 260 · Jun 8, 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
Has Steven Bartlett inadvertently started the World War One of podcasting? Will Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce get married in Madison Square Garden? And why is America’s biggest news show having a very public meltdown? Diary of a CEO host Steven Bartlett sent the podcasting world into a tailspin after complaining that three glasses of wine ruined his health scores. But why is Bartlett so polarising? And for how long can he walk the tightrope between edgy podcaster and BBC host? In the wake of Dua…
Kylie Minogue, Sherlock Holmes & Venezuela Fury
Ep 259 · Jun 3, 2026 · 31 min
Is Sherlock Holmes the most-played literary character of all time? Why do tabloids latch onto certain C-list celebs? And who would Marina like to see get a spin-off crime show? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions about TV, film, and the world of entertainment. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full ex…
Backrooms: Has YouTube Just Saved Hollywood?
Ep 258 · Jun 1, 2026 · 51 min
Are Gen-Z filmmakers like Kane Parsons the new kings of Hollywood? Has Tom Hardy really been fired from the set of Mobland for upsetting Helen Mirren? And why is the author of the year’s biggest memoir facing a backlash from readers? YouTube native Kane Parsons has smashed box office expectations with his A24 horror film, Backrooms - becoming the youngest filmmaker to open at No 1 in the US. Richard Osman and Marina Hyde discuss the success of low-budget horror and the YouTube-to-cinema pipeline…
Would Coldplay Win Eurovision?
Ep 257 · May 27, 2026 · 39 min
Was Marina wrong about the best James Bond theme tune? Is Strictly Come Dancing about to radically change its format? Are films the reason you’re scared of quicksand? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions about TV, film and the world of entertainment. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of…
Married At First Sight: Tip Of The Iceberg?
Ep 256 · May 25, 2026 · 58 min
Is this the end for the hit reality dating show, Married At First Sight? Were the inaugural ‘Enhanced Games’ a hit or flop? And what does the end of Stephen Colbert’s Late Show tell us about where late-night TV is going? Channel 4 has pulled Married at First Sight UK from streaming in the wake of sexual abuse allegations by former participants. Richard Osman and Marina Hyde unpick what this means for Channel 4, and whether the controversial format is too toxic to save. The Enhanced Games saw eli…
Marina Is Wrong About The Best Bond Theme
Ep 255 · May 20, 2026 · 36 min
Why should Bond themes always be performed by women? What are the new rules on celebrities going #InstaOfficial? And which 80s indie icon was caught speeding after a few too many puddings at Great British Menu? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of celebrity, television and Bond in this week's episode. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations…
Have Tradwives Killed Feminism?
May 19, 2026 · 28 min
Marina Hyde and her guest James Kanagasooriam dive into the world of influencer Tradwives, the trend of women that have rejected modernity and instead are embracing a bygone age of homemaking and misogyny. Welcome to the VIBE SHIFT - a new bonus series exploring the drastic changes in culture we've experienced in the last decade. If you enjoyed this episode - join our club at therestisentertainment.com The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy s…
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