The Rest Is Entertainment

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. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Max Archer Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Max Archer & Adam Thornton Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Joey McCarthy & Adam Thornton Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Max Archer & Adam Thornton Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Max Archer Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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? Recommendations:Richard:Man On The Run (Amazon Prime)The Secret Agent (Film)The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Charlie Rodwell & Adam ThorntonAssistant Producer: Imee MarriottSenior Producer: Joey McCarthyExec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Max Archer Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Recommendations: Richard: How To Get To Heaven From Belfast (Netflix) Witch Trial - Harriet Tyce (Book) The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Joey McCarthy & Adam Thornton Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Max Archer Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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? Recommendations: Richard: Hitster (Game) Small Prophets (BBC2) Marina: Arcadia at The Old Vic Winter Olympics (BBC) The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Joey McCarthy & Adam Thornton Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: James Clayton Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 should you ever fire someone over Zoom? The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Joey McCarthy & Adam Thornton Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Adam Thornton Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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? And Marina went to see the Melania documentary so you don’t have to. But has it actually been a success? The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Joey McCarthy & Charlie Rodwell Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is the greatest invention from film and TV? Could Marina replace Oprah in the future? Why was Batman almost Canadian? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions from the world of TV, celebrity and stand up. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Joe Pettit Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do regular people care about The Beckham Family Feud? Is Robbie William better than The Beatles? Is Alan Carr the hardest working man in showbiz? A week on from Brooklyn Beckham's bombshell Instagram story, Richard Osman and Marina Hyde assess the damage and ask the important question: why was Becks at Davos? Robbie Williams' newest album 'Britpop' has topped The Beatles UK no1 record, but will it last? Richard has thoughts. Alan Carr is currently fronting eight UK television shows - how does he have the time? For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Adam Thornton & Joey McCarthy Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is there a secret formula to who sits where on the Graham Norton sofa? Has the Salt Path scandal actually changed publishing? And is the Marty Supreme marketing campaign the greatest of all time? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on chat show hierarchies, mockumentaries and more. WIN TICKETS TO 'THE TRAITORS LIVE EXPERIENCE': To celebrate the launch of the new series of The Traitors we’re giving you and a friend the chance to get a taste of the ultimate game of deception and tactics. Sign up to our free newsletter by visiting ⁠therestisentertainment.com⁠ and you’ll be automatically entered into our competition to win two tickets to The Traitors Live Experience in central London. T&Cs Apply. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Joe Pettit & Imee Marriott Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After Brooklyn Beckham’s Instagram story bombshell last night, join Marina Hyde for her take on the latest development in the Beckham’s family feud. WIN TICKETS TO 'THE TRAITORS LIVE EXPERIENCE': To celebrate the launch of the new series of The Traitors we’re giving you and a friend the chance to get a taste of the ultimate game of deception and tactics. Sign up to our free newsletter by visiting ⁠therestisentertainment.com⁠ and you’ll be automatically entered into our competition to win two tickets to The Traitors Live Experience in central London. T&Cs Apply. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Joey McCarthy & Imee Marriott Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why are K-pop superstars BTS back and how is the group different from American bands? Why is Kevin Spacey at the centre of a huge insurance dispute? And do writers actually make good Traitors contestants? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde assess what the return of pop juggernaut BTS means for music industry - and discuss the controversial ‘Hitman Bang’ behind their rise. Kevin Spacey says he has a life threatening sex addiction, will this help him out in an insurance lawsuit for over 80 million dollars? Richard and Marina chat about one of the maddest legal disputes in Hollywood history. And as The Traitors hurtles towards the final, we discuss THAT breakfast table scene. WIN TICKETS TO 'THE TRAITORS LIVE EXPERIENCE': To celebrate the launch of the new series of The Traitors we’re giving you and a friend the chance to get a taste of the ultimate game of deception and tactics. Sign up to our free newsletter by visiting ⁠therestisentertainment.com⁠ and you’ll be automatically entered into our competition to win two tickets to The Traitors Live Experience in central London. T&Cs Apply. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Adam Thornton Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is Heated Rivalry, and why is everyone talking about it? How do screenwriters check they haven't penned a sci-fi faux pas? Who is the hardest working actor in Hollywood? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on TV, Film and much more. WIN TICKETS TO 'THE TRAITORS LIVE EXPERIENCE': To celebrate the launch of the new series of The Traitors we’re giving you and a friend the chance to get a taste of the ultimate game of deception and tactics. Sign up to our free newsletter by visiting ⁠therestisentertainment.com⁠ and you’ll be automatically entered into our competition to win two tickets to The Traitors Live Experience in central London. T&Cs Apply. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Joe Pettit Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices