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Is Harper Beckham being forced to become a tween CEO? Who will survive the Lively vs Baldoni legal drama? Why has Graham Norton's new show completely failed?
Victoria and David Beckham have recently trademarked a skincare line in their 14-year-old daughter's name. Why are stars so hellbent on forcing their kids into the entertainment business? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde chat about the state of celebrity nepo-babies.
Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively have settled their lawsuits against one another out of court. Is this a victory for their careers, or has the damage already been done?...
Which celebrities have the most meme-able faces? Where does breaking the fourth wall come from, and who did it best? Who are the best famous quizzers?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions about TV, film and the world of entertainment.
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Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations.
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Is The Hound of the Baskervilles the Greatest Mystery Ever Written?
What is the true story that inspired Arthur Conan Doyle's best-seller? Why have there been so many portrayals of Sherlock Holmes and John Watson in media beyond the novels? Is this the greatest Sherlock story ever told?Find 'The Book Club' wherever you get your podcasts
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Have producers made a massive casting error in the next season of Celebrity Traitors? Why is Linger by the Cranberries seeing a massive resurgence? Is Jacob Elordi a dead cert for 007?
Michael Sheen, Bella Ramsey and Richard E. Grant are among the 21 stars heading to the Highlands for a new series of Celebrity Traitors. Who do Richard and Marina think will make the best Traitors and Faithfuls?
The Cranberries’ 1993 classic, ‘Linger’ is everywhere right now - from Tik Tok to Hulu’s Love Story. Why is the hit song captivating younger generations? And why are record labels prioritising ...
Will Millie Bobby Brown’s ghostwriter get paid for the film adaptation of her book? What’s the real reason the footage from Parliament is such bad quality? And what acting tips can Meryl Streep give our audience?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions about TV, film and the world of entertainment.
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Who’s funding Russel Brand’s cringe-inducing Christian reinvention? How has Channel 5 become a powerhouse of small-screen drama? And has fashion's biggest night been turned into an Amazon advert?
Disgraced comedian Russel Brand is now a Christian influencer. But which MAGA talking head is behind his new book? How did he embarrass himself on Piers Morgan’s chat show?
Tech titans Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are funding this year’s Met Gala - is this proof that fashion has capitulated to Silicon Valley? And has Anna 'Nuclear' Winter finally been defeated?
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Do celebrity petitions ever make a difference? How did Jess Glynne become a meme millionaire? And why is it so tricky to film things in LA?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions about TV, film and celebrity doppelgangers.
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Internet personalities Alex Cooper and Alix Earle are feuding - but why might this be a good thing for both of them? Will the new Michael Jackson film be a hit, and should you go and see it? And is nonagenarian Rupert Murdoch a messy bitch?
The drama between podcast mogul Alex Cooper and influencer Alix Earle has set social media alight - but is it all a PR stunt? And what are the economics behind celebrity feuds?
The Michael Jackson biopic is set for a record opening. Richard Osman and Marina Hyde assess the morality of the Jackson estate.
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Which celebrity death still brings Marina to tears? Is Martin Lewis irreplaceable? What is a redshirt?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde tackle your questions on TV, film and the world of entertainment.
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Does Euphoria have the most star-studded cast in TV history? Why is Sam Altman buying a tiny podcast for almost $200m? Are film sets safe from drone attacks by YouTubers?
HBO's racy cult teen drama Euphoria returned to our screens this week. Why did the A-List cast of Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi and Colman Domingo return to the super-controversial show?
Warner Bros are taking legal action against a drone pilot who flew over the set of the new Harry Potter series - but can they defeat the spoilers?
OpenAI has bought a niche business podcast for a small fortune, we ask why ...
How do the BBC find hosts last minute when hosts are off ill (or sacked?). Is musical translation the hardest job in entertainment? What is the most mentioned brand in chart history?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of entertainment.
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Why are our TVs being flooded with documentaries about the problematic reality shows of the 2000s? Do Ai companies really care about killing Hollywood? How did niche French Existentialist theatre from the 90s inspire the biggest reality hit in history?
The biggest (and most shocking) reality TV shows of the 90s and 00s are getting the 'tell-all' documentary treatment. Why did our culture create such a toxic environment for contestants, and has anything really changed?
Sora2, the supposed film studio killer, has been shuttered by OpenAI. Can Hollywood breathe a sigh of relief, or is it bec...
Who is the bodyguard at the centre of the Chappell Roan hotel incident, and what previous celebrity scandal was he involved in? Where does ‘Chekov’s Gun’ come from, and which 80s film used it best? And what classic film has Richard never seen?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of TV, movies and celebrity bodyguards.
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What happens when readers suspect a published book is AI slop? What’s the latest in the fallout from the cancellation of the US reality TV show, The Bachelorette? And what has Peter Mandelson got in common with Taylor Frankie Paul, the celebrity at the centre of the scandal?
Publishing is finally fighting back as Hachette has pulped thousands of copies of a new book that readers are claiming is penned by ChatGPT. Could this be the same future for Reform's Matt Goodwin - as it's also littered with AI Hallucinations?
Richard and Marina also discuss the messy downfall of Taylor Frankie ...
Why was the Buffy reboot cancelled, and who’s to blame? What does the media storm around Zendaya and Tom Holland’s secret nuptials tell us about fame in 2026? What is a 'MacGuffin', and why do legendary filmmakers love them?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions about TV remakes, celebrity weddings, screenwriting techniques and more.
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Did Saturday Night Live UK flop or not? Are we in a golden age of British comedy? And why has Netflix parted ways with Harry and Meghan?
SNL made its UK debut on Saturday night after weeks of scepticism from critics - but was it any good? And who was responsible for a freakishly good Princess Di impression?
Netflix has announced it’s divesting from the lifestyle brand it helped Meghan Markle build, amidst damning reports about the couple. So what’s really going on, and were Sussex’s entertainment dreams doomed from the start?
Last One Laughing returns to our screens - is this bloc...
Is there more than one Jim Carrey? What length do the production team on Would I Like To You go to track down a panelists mystery guest? Just how do you keep cameras out of shots that feature mirrors?
Richard and Marina tackle some of your questions from The Rest Is Entertainment inbox.
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Will the Oscars shift to YouTube save the ageing ceremony? Why are the awards over three and a half hours long? Why does The Academy hate Timothée Chalamet?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde review last night’s Oscars ceremony, asking if there is any way you can ‘fix’ the interminably long television broadcast.
Plus, they look at the looming legal case that Daryl Hannah could bring against Ryan Murphy over her portrayal in the controversial 'Love Story' TV series.
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Is the BBC facing an exisential crisis? Can it compete against the American streamers? Will it survive threats from Farage?
Outgoing Director General Tim Davie speaks to Richard Osman and Marina Hyde for his first full length interview ahead of his departure in April.
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Can Claudia Winkleman's new TV gig break the chat show curse? Why are Harry Styles' tickets so expensive? And are the #Larry rumours true?
Claudia Winkleman is taking over the chat show mantle from Graham Norton on Friday this week, has her 34 year telly career led up to this moment - and will it be any good?
Harry Styles' new album is getting great reviews, but why are his tickets so pricey? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde explore the lore behind the UK's biggest popstar.
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What is the unwritten rule of Taskmaster that every comedian has to follow? How are bubble baths made realistic for movies? And what is Richard's favourite ever quiz?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of TV, movies and much more.
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Are expat social media stars in the UAE the real victims of the Iranian war? Has Netflix dodged a bullet by losing the Warner Bros. bid? Were The BRITs actually good?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde discuss how the Iranian drone strikes have impacted the influencer economy in Dubai. Is it really 'the safest place in the world'?
David Ellison (and his dad's billions) have won the bidding war for Warner Bros. Who are the winners and losers in Tinsel Town?
The BRITs on Saturday night were an excellent display of British music (with a fair amount of bleeping) How did they get it so right?
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How much will the photographer that captured Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor slumped in the car have made off that single picture? How are figure skating fees worked out? Is Breaking Bad's crystal meth accurate?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde chat about the former Prince Andrew, book recommendations and ice skating in another excellent QA episode.
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Clavicular got brutally frame-mogged by an ASU frat leader - what the hell does that mean and why does it matter for modern celebrity? How does Logan Paul successfully selling a Pokemon card for $16m impact the world of collectibles?
In a 'sub-lebrity' special, Richard Osman and Marina Hyde explore the dark world of Looksmaxxing, and how 19-year-old influencer Clavicular (real name Braden) has rode this controversial wave.
Plus, a Pokemon card has been sold for a record-breaking $16m. We dive into the lucrative industry of collecting.
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How do the BRITs deal with sweary artists? What happens when an awards show goes off script? Who are the greatest voice actors of all time?
In this Awards Show Special, Richard Osman and Marina Hyde delve into the world of seating plans and citation readers.
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How has Britney made $200m from her back catalog? Can gambling sites save live TV? Is pop music finally dead?
Betting sites Kalshi and Polymarkets offer odds on every possible outcome in media and politics - can their enormous pockets reinvigorate live television? Richard Osman reveals conversations with big industry players that think just that.
Britney Spears has netted a reported $200 million dollars for the rights to her back catalog, what does this tell us about the music industry, and the worrying trend for Fauxstalgia?
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How does the world of red carpet jewellery work, and why has Margot Robbie been sporting bracelets made of human hair? Who won the Disney succession battle? And do stand-ups actually enjoy crowd work?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions about celebrity jewels, Hollywood hierarchies and Richard's favourite font.
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Why did Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance rile MAGA up? Who’s to blame for the bloodbath at the Washington Post? And why do all the spiciest TV shows feature a cottage?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde discuss female desire on screen, why film studios have been slow to capitalise on it, and what they’d title a gay hockey romance.
Bad Bunny’s halftime Super Bowl show angered Trump, but what does it tell us about the NFL’s plan to draw in new viewers?
The publisher of the Washington Post has stepped down - what does this tell us about Jeff Bezos’s plans for his media empire? And sho...
Why is Jude Law's Uber Eats advert leaving a bad taste in everyone's mouths? How much do contestants get paid to go on The Traitors? And what are the production secrets behind creating luxury sets?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions about production design, brand deals, soap operas and more.
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What do Ryan Reynold's unsealed texts tell us about his power in Hollywood? Why has the world’s biggest TikToker sold his entire identity for a billion dollars? What did Marina think of the Melania documentary?
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde discuss explain how Ryan Reynolds texts fit into the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama, and what they tell us about how power and fame in Tinseltown.
TikTok superstar Khaby Lame has signed over his brand and AI likeness for an eye-watering sum - but what does the deal mean for the future of influencing?
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