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Disney’s $100m Mistake
31 March 2026
In episode 240: 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…Buffy, Michael Sheen & MacGuffins
26 March 2026
In episode 239: 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…Did SNL UK Defy The Critics?
24 March 2026
In episode 238: 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…Are Celebrities Being Cloned?
19 March 2026
In episode 237: Is there more than one Jim Carrey? What length do the production team on Would I Like To You? go to track down a panellist’s 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.Video…How To Fix The Oscars
16 March 2026
In episode 236: 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…Tim Davie on BAFTA, Mistakes and the BBC’s Future
12 March 2026
In episode 235: Is the BBC facing an existential 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. Video Editor: Joey McCarthy & Adam ThorntonAssistant Producer:…The Harry Styles Conspiracy
10 March 2026
In episode 234: 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 –…The First Rule of Taskmaster
5 March 2026
In episode 233: 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. therestisentertainment.com Video Editor: Max Archer Assistant Producer:…Dubai Influencers vs Iran
3 March 2026
In episode 232: 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…The Prince Andrew Newsmageddon
26 February 2026
In episode 231: 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.…WTF is Clavicular – And Should You Care?
24 February 2026
In episode 230: 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…Did Robin Williams Save Disney?
19 February 2026
In episode 229: 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. Video Editor: Max ArcherAssistant Producer: Imee MarriottSenior…