Best Sound Check Entertainment Podcasts (2025)

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Staying Patient and Selling High on Veterans RBs! 55:06

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Trav and Frank are back to talk about notable week 3 takeaways and how fantasy football gamers should adjust for week 4 and beyond! 🚑Injuries to Najee Harris, James Conner, and Ceedee Lamb 🎓Selling High on Veteran Running Backs 🤑Staying Patient with Ladd McConkey and Chase Brown // Subscribe, Like, and Leave a Comment! // Check out our Substack and…

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What's Next For Jimmy Kimmel? 46:48

1d ago46:48

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**RECORDED ON MONDAY MORNING, BEFORE NEWS OF JIMMY KIMMEL'S RETURN** How can Jimmy Kimmel survive his MAGA-fuelled suspension from late night TV? Will Taylor Swift star in the reboot of The Bodyguard? And if so, who will play Kevin Costner?! Richard and Marina take a look at the state of American legacy media after Jimmy Kimmel's shocking suspensio…

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The News Quiz: Ep 2. Cards revealed and Reshufffle 28:59

11m ago28:59

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Andy Zaltzman is joined by Daliso Chaponda, Susie McCabe, Geoff Norcott and Ash Sarkar to break down the week in news. Expect discussion on the Labour Deputy Leader Election, the return of the Mandelson, strikes on Qatar, Russian drones in Poland and telepathic Google searches. Written by Andy Zaltzman. With additional material by: Simon Alcock, Ca…

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The Secrets Of Tipping Point 34:56

3d ago34:56

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What is the perfect episode of The Bill, and when did Richard dream it up? Are the counters on Tipping Point made of plastic or metal? Ben Shephard puts the decades long argument to rest. What would Marina and Richard recommend from books, films and music, to give children a solid foundation in their future entertainment tastes? Join The Rest Is En…

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Week 3 Buy Low Opportunities and Can We Drop Matthew Golden!! 40:55

6d ago40:55

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Trav and Frank are back to talk about their biggest takeaways from week 2 and how we should adjust heading into week 3. 🪙Can we drop Matthew Golden? 🦁 Is Jameson Williams a sell-high? 😱 Buy Rookie RBs from Panicking Leaguemates! ➕ And More (Check the timestamps!) TIME STAMPS: 0:00 - Start 2:23 - Buy/Hold/Drop Matthew Golden 7:49 - Should we sell Ja…

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Can The Rock Win An Oscar? 58:24

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With his performance in The Smashing Machine is this The Rock’s big push for an Oscar? Why on earth has MI6 joined Instagram? Who deserves the credit for Warner Brothers’ sudden box office hot streak? Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has bulldozed his way from WWE to Hollywood megastar. But with The Smashing Machine, an A24 production, is he finally angli…

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The News Quiz: Ep 1. Flags out, stamp duty. Stamped out, off duty. 27:56

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Andy Zaltzman is joined by Alasdair Beckett-King, Andrew Maxwell, Lucy Porter and Coco Khan to break down the week in news. Topics include Angela Rayner skipping out on stamp duty, Xi Jinping's summit, the decline in cement, a new leader for the Green Party, and the rapid multiplication of St George's flags. Written by Andy Zaltzman. With additiona…

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Should Children Watch The Shining? 34:50

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Why is the new Wuthering Heights adaptation too raunchy for Brönte fans? What is the best Stephen King adaptation? Why did Marina make her 9-year-old watch The Shining? All these questions, and more, answered by Richard and Marina. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free li…

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Projecting Forward: Week 1 Fantasy Football Takeaways! 44:54

1d ago44:54

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Trav and Frank are back on this week's episode to talk about their takeaways from week 1 in the NFL and how it impacts the fantasy landscape going forward! 🐶Are Dylan Sampson and Harold Fannin Jr. fantasy starters for the Cleveland Browns? 🐦‍⬛It's eternally wrong to fade Derrick Henry in Fantasy Drafts! ⚔️How do we value Jacory Croskey-Merritt goin…

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Has Morrissey Become Noel Edmonds? 53:46

7h ago53:46

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Why do bands all end up hating one another? Why don't young men write books any longer? Is the American sitcom doomed? Morrissey is attempting to sell all of his 'business interests' tied to The Smiths, because he is "tired of the disagreeable and vexatious characters" in the band. Richard and Marina dive into the world of legal disputes between ba…

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Too Long; Didn't Read: Ep 6. Computer says no 28:22

7d ago28:22

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Is AI taking over? And if so, how should we treat our new robot overlords? Catherine Bohart investigates, with the help of Olga Koch, Professor Kate Devlin, and our regular roving correspondent Sunil Patel. Written by Catherine Bohart, with Madeleine Brettingham, Rose Johnson and Pravanya PillayProducer: Alison Vernon SmithExecutive Producers: Lynd…

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The Secrets Of Undercover Reporting 38:07

19d ago38:07

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What does it really mean when a reporter goes undercover? Are on-screen bodies ever achievable without the aid of certain “supplements”? Are your favourite TV shows scheduled so they deliberately clash? Just some of the questions Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer in this episode of The Rest Is Entertainment. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: …

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The Comedians Crazy For Saudi Cash 50:13

7d ago50:13

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The Riyadh Comedy Festival - Why are comedians heading to a country where free speech laws are so strict? Who is Travis Kelce aka Mr Taylor Swift? Is he just her plus one? How has Michael Jackson’s estate gone from hundreds of millions of pounds in debt upon his death to now being worth billions? Why are some of the world’s biggest comedians includ…

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Too Long; Didn't Read: Ep 5. The Special Relationship 29:09

14d ago29:09

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With UK-US relations in the spotlight, Catherine Bohart wants to know just what the special relationship means in 2025. With the help of Felicity Ward, Amb. John Bolton and our regular roving correspondent Sunil Patel, Catherine's asking what makes the special relationship 'special'? Are the US and the UK really exclusive? And does anyone have the …

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The Top Storylines to Monitor Entering the 2025 NFL Season!! 56:31

26d ago56:31

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Trav and Frank are back to talk about some of the biggest storylines they're monitoring heading in the 2025 Fantasy Football season! 🚀How should we rank Jacory Croskey-Merritt? ☠️What does Amari Cooper's signing mean for a disgruntled Jajobi Meyers? 🏈How will the crop of second year QBs fare? 📈Will we get a year 2 bounce back from Marvin Harrison J…

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Chris Columbus on Harry Potter, Home Alone and The Thursday Murder Club 56:35

27d ago56:35

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Is HBO's new Harry Potter series a waste of time? How did a rat-infested New York loft inspire Chris Columbus to write Gremlins? Could Robin Williams ever be replaced? Richard Osman sits down with director Chris Columbus to talk about his incredible career, run-ins with Spielberg and how he brought The Thursday Murder Club to screen. Join The Rest …

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Noel Clarke Loses To The Guardian 57:42

28d ago57:42

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Are the UK’s stringent libel laws preventing journalists from exposing predators in the UK media? Why are all pop stars seemingly non-stop? Why does Richard think of the Netflix adaptation of The Thursday Murder Club as his grandchild? Actor Noel Clarke has lost his libel case against Guardian over their sexual misconduct investigation. Richard and…

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Too Long; Didn't Read: Ep 4. We've got our work cut out 28:43

21d ago28:43

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With unemployment on the rise, Catherine and friends want to know why Britain isn't working. Is it AI? Is it older workers taking early retirement? Or is there something bigger going on? To find out why, Catherine is joined by Hugo Rifkind, Isabel Berwick, and roving correspondent Sunil Patel - and they've got their work cut out... Written by Cathe…

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The One Where They Talk About Laugh Tracks 29:54

19d ago29:54

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Why is Nick Faldo a villain at Madame Tussauds? Who has the most celebrity cameos in a music video? Why does Marina hate Eeeyore? All of this, and more, in one of our most riotous episodes yet. 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,…

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Is Strictly Going Alt-Right? 56:55

21d ago56:55

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Will Essex wide-boy Thomas Skinner derail Strictly Come Dancing? What does the all-out-war between the Beckhams and their eldest son tell us about modern celebrity? Real Housewives returns for a London run - should we care? Amid seemingly never-ending controversy Strictly Come Dancing have booked former Apprentice star Thomas Skinner. Will he BOSH …

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Too Long; Didn't Read: Ep 3. Let's get this party started 28:42

28d ago28:42

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Why does Britain have so many new parties? And why are none of them the fun kind? Catherine Bohart investigates the rising challengers to the two-party system, with the help of Zoe Lyons, Ian Dunt and roving correspondent Sunil Patel. Written by Catherine Bohart, with Madeleine Brettingham, Gareth Gwynn and John Tothill. Producer: Alison Vernon Smi…

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NEW FACES in our top-12 Running Back Rankings!!! 54:26

1M ago54:26

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Trav and Frank are back with their 2025 Running Back Rankings! Listen in to hear where they've got players such as Christian McCaffrey, Breece Hall, Bucky Irving and a ton more! 😱The scariest running back in the top-5! 🚀Breakout candidates 💤Sleepers to target ⛔Fantasy Draft Fades // Subscribe, like, and leave a comment! // Follow Frank on Twitter: …

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Is Marina Wrong About Hollywood A-Listers? 35:23

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Why does Hollywood STILL have a problem with hiring diverse directors? Is there a secret stash of cancelled celebrities at Madame Tussauds? Does Marina think Dungeons & Dragons is cool? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer a flurry of amazing audience questions from the world of showbiz. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experien…

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When Celebrities Become Cops 54:00

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Why are right-wing celebrities signing up as ICE agents? Is Anime bigger than The Superbowl? Can Amazon stop the Book-Slop deluge? From Elvis to Steven Seagal, Richard Osman and Marina Hyde unlock the history of stars becoming law enforcement. They also explore the story of anime and Amazon’s ongoing fight to stop the A.I Kindle scam of ‘Book-Slop’…

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Too Long; Didn't Read: Ep 2. It's a taxing subject 28:24

1M ago28:24

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Wealth tax - no brainer or non starter? Catherine Bohart unpicks the arguments raging about the mooted solution to Britain's infamous financial black hole with plenty of silliness thrown in. With Baroness Ayesha Hazarika MBE, Sunil Patel and tax expert Dr Emma Chamberlain OBE. Written by Catherine Bohart, with Madeleine Brettingham, Tom Neenan and …

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Was Vogue Wrong to Publish a Fake Model? 31:51

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Why did a Gucci campaign swap a real woman with an AI generated model? Whats the biggest hit on Classic FM? Who has definitively the best job in showbiz - and is it Andi Peters? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde return to answer listener questions on everything, including a scandal involving a former PM and Rebekka Brooks' horse... The Rest Is Entertai…

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The Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson Love Story 55:58

1M ago55:58

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Are Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson made for one another? Is Jenna Ortega Gen-Z's biggest star? Why did the BBC's Destination X miss the mark? It's the love story that no-one saw coming, aging action star Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson are officially dating. Are the pair the ultimate Hollywood odd couple? British broadcasters are desperately seeki…

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Too Long; Didn't Read: Ep 1. There's something in the water 28:29

1M ago28:29

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Columns. Analysis. The Guardian's Long Read. Who has time? Catherine Bohart, that's who - and she's going beyond the headlines to give you the lowdown on one of the biggest stories this week, with the help of Phil Wang and our regular roving correspondent Sunil Patel. This week, there's something in the water as Catherine & co investigate the regul…

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Can Men Read? 37:31

2M ago37:31

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Can game shows change the rules to stop people winning? Why aren’t men reading fiction? Who pays for the glam squad red carpet appearances require? Your questions answered by Richard Osman and Marina Hyde. 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 …

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South Park vs Trump 58:47

2M ago58:47

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Is South Park the most important show in the world? Can Marina explain Roblox’s Grow a Garden to Richard? What makes Adam Sandler the most bankable actor in the world today? After South Park’s Trey Parker and Matt Stone signed a $1.5bn deal with Paramount, they kicked off their 27th season by taking aim at Donald Trump and Paramount themselves. Tru…

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Dead Ringers: Ep 6. Super-injunctions, Superheroes, and, er, Diane Abbott. 28:32

2M ago28:32

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The Dead Ringers team are back to train their vocal firepower on the week’s news with an armoury of impressive impressions. This week: Super-injunctions, superheroes, Epstein files and, er, Diane Abbott. Cast: Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Lewis Macleod, Jess Robinson, Duncan Wisbey. This episode was written by: Nev Fountain & Tom Jamieson, Laurence How…

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THESE are the Quarterbacks to Draft in 2025!! 26:34

2M ago26:34

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Trav and Frank are back with this week's second episode where they continue their Quarterback Rankings covering QBs 13-24! 👍 Are these the best QBs to draft at cost? 🐆 What is Trevor Lawrence's Outlook? 🐦 Could Kyler Murray Disappoint? ⚔️ How does JJ McCarthy fare in his first season? 🐬 Tua Tagovailoa risk vs. Reward AND MORE! // Subscribe, like, a…

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The Two Billion Dollar Video Game 30:22

2M ago30:22

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Will the new Grand Theft Auto outsell the entire movie industry on release? Why do Tom Holland movies flop? How did Agatha Christie save Catholicism through a single letter? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on gaming, soundtracks and Taskmaster secrets. Plus - we embark on another edition of 'A-List Or Not'... The Rest Is Enterta…

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The Top-12 Fantasy Quarterbacks in 2025!!! 44:01

2M ago44:01

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Trav and Frank are back in the lab and since the season is fast approaching they're diving into their positional rankings! They'll start with their top-12 Quarterbacks in a new format where you'll get 2 episodes per week!!! What are the deciding factors when crafting out tiers? Does Jayden Daniels belong in the top tier? Who could jump into the top…

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The Real TV Rich List - REVEALED 57:58

2M ago57:58

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Who tops Richard's list of the best-paid people in British telly? And is Gary Lineker *really* the BBC's highest paid star? Why do all celebs' faces now look the same after filler and botox? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde explore the annual BBC talent pay-list and 'spill the tea' on what the broadcaster's hosts are really paid, from Amol Rajan to Je…

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Dead Ringers: Ep 5. Man of Steel, Woman of Salt Path 28:20

2M ago28:20

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The Dead Ringers team are back to train their vocal firepower on the week’s news with an armoury of impressive impressions. This week: A Salt Path surprise, a Man of Steel (tariffs), and Postman Pat deals with the Post Office Inquiry Report. Cast: Jan Ravens, Jon Culshaw, Lewis Macleod, Jess Robinson, Duncan Wisbey. This episode was written by: Nev…

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A Brief History Of Popcorn At The Movies 38:24

2M ago38:24

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Why did popcorn become the ultimate cinema snack? Do open letters work? And how long does it really take to film The 1% Club – and what does Lee Mack’s iPad have to do with it? Join Richard Osman and Marina Hyde as they answer all these questions, plus - how to avoid a comedian's cruel crowd work. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member…

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The MasterChef Disaster - What Happens Next? 23:04

2M ago23:04

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John Torode and Gregg Wallace have been sacked from the BBC's flagship cookery programme MasterChef - but what happens next to them and the upcoming shows? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions about the latest scandal affecting the BBC. John Torode says that he has “no recollection of any of this” and “does not believe it happened”. …

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Mushroom Murders: True Crime Wars 54:17

2M ago54:17

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Why are mushrooms on the lips of every true crime podcaster? Has Google's new AI video software put the final nail in the TV and Film industry's coffin? Australia has been gripped by the case of Erin Pattinson, the recently convicted "Mushroom Killer". What does our obsession with murder and crime say about us as consumers? Richard and Marina discu…

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Dead Ringers: Ep 4. Welfare woes and Wimbledon 28:41

2M ago28:41

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The Dead Ringers team are back to train their vocal firepower on the week’s news with an armoury of impressive impressions.This week: The Government’s welfare woes, the BBC’s chant chastisement, and Netanyahu, Trump and Putin play Just A Minute. The episode was written by: Nev Fountain and Tom Jamieson, Laurence Howarth, Rob Darke, Sophie Dickson, …

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Chat Show Secrets, Restaurant Reviewers & Glasto Sound checks 32:29

3M ago32:29

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How does chat show culture differ in the US, and is it to do with where the host sits? What is the science (and magic) behind recreating magical worlds in theme park design? How do bands soundcheck at festivals such as Glastonbury? All this, and more, answered by Richard Osman and Marina Hyde. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for…

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The Salt Path Controversy - Explained 59:17

2M ago59:17

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Are the couple behind the phenomenally successful 'The Salt Path' lying in their incredible memoir? How has an AI band duped music fans around the world? What is the secret sauce to the Youtube sensation Hot Ones? The Salt Path rocked the world in 2018 when couple Raynor and Moth Winn told their real-life tale overcoming terminal illness and homele…

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Dead Ringers: Ep 3. Glastonbury, Benefits, and Bombs. 29:09

2M ago29:09

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The Dead Ringers team are back to train their vocal firepower on the week’s news with an armoury of impressive impressions. This week: Trump drops the F-Bomb, Lammy drops another clanger, and money saving expert Martin Lewis drops into NATO. Cast: Jan Ravens, Jon Culshaw, Lewis Macleod, Jess Robinson, Duncan Wisbey and Kieran Hodgson. The episode w…

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Is Shakespeare Overrated? 34:21

2M ago34:21

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Can you save Love Island from the reality show graveyard? Why did a war criminal try to sue Black Ops? And is William Shakespeare actually any good? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of TV, Film and much more... The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A ep…

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The Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sánchez Wedding 54:09

3M ago54:09

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Was Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's Venetian nuptials this weekend the wedding of the century? Has Brad Pitt's career been saved by Apple's ad-heavy Formula 1 blockbuster? Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos finally wed his helicopter flying, children's book writing and astronaut beau Lauren Sanchez this weekend. From foam parties to flailing protestors …

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Dead Ringers: Ep2. De-escalation and nuclear proliferation 28:41

3M ago28:41

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The Dead Ringers team are back to train their vocal firepower on the week’s news with an armoury of impressive impressions. This week: Iran plays host to a surprising WMD Inspector, Laura Kuenssberg is de-escalated, and Ross Kemp on Grooming Gangs. Cast: Jan Ravens, Jon Culshaw, Lewis Macleod, Jess Robinson, Duncan Wisbey and Kieran Hodgson. The ep…

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New Book Smells, Vanishing Shows & Never Auditioning 41:31

3M ago41:31

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Why do new books smell like THAT? Why is Netflix deleting our favourite shows from their archives - and can they ever be recovered? And why doesn't Denzel Washington need to audition? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your burning questions on the world of Entertainment - including why Gladiators is a bore to film and if the team behind the BBC …

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The Real Life Gossip Girl: UNMASKED 1:00:01

3M ago1:00:01

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Who is the secret influencer behind the nation's most vile hate website? Has Rachel Zegler saved her career with her West End performance of Evita? How did DAZN secure the rights to the Club World Cup, and is it all legit? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde peel back curtain of the murky world of Tattlelife, the toxic gossip website dedicated to tearing…

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Dead Ringers: Ep1. Greta, Trump and Eau de Farage 28:42

3M ago28:42

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The Dead Ringers team are back to train their vocal firepower on the week’s news with an armoury of impressive impressions. This week: Greta Thunberg floats her boat at Rachel Reeves, Trump and Elon couple up on Love Island, and Gary Lineker tries something new. Cast: Jan Ravens, Jon Culshaw, Jess Robinson, Kieran Hodgson and Duncan Wisbey. The epi…

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Adam Curtis on AI, the BBC and Bucks Fizz 48:13

3M ago48:13

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Adam Curtis is one of the UK's most iconoclastic and followed documentarians. His epic films, spanning decades of cultural and political history have become instant classics and gained him a worldwide following including the likes of Kanye West and Elon Musk. Richard Osman and Marina Hyde interview the BBC journalist about his disappointment at mod…