The Rest Is Entertainment
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Richard Osman & Marina Hyde share insider knowledge on TV, movies, and pop culture.Stay up to date on what's hot and what's not in entertainment with behind-the-scenes insights from Richard and Marina. As two of the most connected voices in the business, they provide a unique perspective on the latest television series, film releases, and cultural trends. Their podcast explores everything from media gossip to industry secrets, giving listeners the inside track on the world of showbiz.Whether you're a fan of gritty dramas, blockbuster movies, or celebrity news, this podcast is your ultimate guide to entertainment. Richard and Marina offer fresh, expert analysis on the latest hits, star power, and cultural moments shaping the media landscape, making sure you’re always in the know about the entertainment world.The Rest Is Entertainment Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes, ad-free listening, access to our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our members’ chatroom on Discord.Just head to therestisentertainment.com to sign up, or start a free trial today on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/therestisentertainment.For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com.
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Feb 26, 2026 • 39min
The Prince Andrew Newsmageddon
They unpack the Reuters photograph of Andrew in the car and why one candid image became culturally iconic. They explain how photo agencies profit from exclusives and the risks photographers take. They discuss media failures around powerful figures and quickfire documentary churn. They explore figure skating music rules, AI-created medleys, and how writers research criminal worlds.
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Feb 24, 2026 • 43min
WTF is Clavicular - And Should You Care?
A deep dive into the looks-maxing phenomenon and how an influencer rode that controversial self-optimization wave. They unpack the viral “frame-mogged” meme and its cultural fallout. A separate thread explores the record $16m sale of a Pikachu Illustrator card and why collectibles have become a booming, bizarre asset class.
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Feb 19, 2026 • 34min
Did Robin Williams Save Disney?
Wild tales of awards shows gone off script and how live television handles sweary performers. A deep dive into the logistics of seating thousands and the delicate art of picking citation readers. A playful take on surprise presenters like Paddington and a celebration of legendary unrecognized voice performances.
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Feb 17, 2026 • 41min
The Gen-Z Trend Killing Pop Music
Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket could bankroll live TV and reshape how audiences engage with news and entertainment. The sale of a major music catalogue raises questions about catalogues as predictable investments and the rise of fauxstalgia. Gen Z’s appetite for old hits, TikTok-driven rediscovery, and sync placements may be shifting power away from new pop music.
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Feb 12, 2026 • 27min
Who Is The Most Powerful Person In Hollywood?
John Bishop, comedian and occasional stage contributor, shares practical stand-up and crowd work anecdotes. The conversation dives into red carpet jewellery lending, Margot Robbie’s unusual bracelet choice, and how jewellery houses profit from glam exposure. There is also a rundown of Hollywood power after Disney’s leadership change and a chat about audiobook narration and book font choices.
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Feb 10, 2026 • 49min
Bad Bunny, Bondage & Dragon Sex
They discuss the rise of female desire in culture and why spicy romance and microdramas have become mainstream. They unpack how romance translates into low-cost TV hits and the cottage trope’s fandom power. They debate Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl set, Latino representation and the NFL’s audience strategy. They also cover chaotic layoffs at a major newspaper and what it signals about ownership and journalism’s future.
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Feb 5, 2026 • 34min
The Worst Celebrity Ads Of All Time
They debate the strangest celebrity adverts and whether brand deals can wreck reputations. They explain how productions decide between building full sets or dressing real homes and celebrate the craftsmen behind tiny set details. They discuss extreme live stunts, ethics and liability. They also reveal how reality contestants are paid and the future of niche streaming platforms.
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Feb 3, 2026 • 49min
The Ryan Reynolds You Don't See
They unpack Ryan Reynolds' leaked texts and what they reveal about power plays in Hollywood. They debate a pricey Melania documentary’s box office, tone and whether it was worth making. They dig into Khaby Lame’s near-billion dollar AI and likeness deal and what that means for the future of influencer commerce.
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Jan 29, 2026 • 32min
Did Star Trek Invent The Mobile Phone?
Will Arnett, actor and voice performer known for Lego Batman and BoJack Horseman, talks animated recording, improvisation and how separate sessions come together. Short, funny anecdotes about voiceover workflow and animation production. Discussion also touches on how film and TV ideas like communicators became real-world tech.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 49min
The Beckhams vs The Peltz: Class War
They unpack the Beckham family scandal and why trivial celebrity rows grip the public. They debate Robbie Williams topping UK charts and what that says about modern music milestones. They marvel at Alan Carr’s TV workload and why star-led formats thrive. They also weigh celebrity branding, wedding drama and how private lives become public fuel.
