The Rest Is Entertainment
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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Recent Episodes
Plagiarism, Puns and Lego
Dec 11, 2025Summary Preview
Marina Hyde and Richard Osman answer listener questions covering topics from plagiarism scandals in Apple TV shows to the secrets behind toy merchandising, the challenges of adapting beloved novels, and the logistics of filming reality TV in the Australian rainforest. The hosts provide insider knowledge about entertainment industry practices, revealing how creative decisions are made and how intellectual property challenges emerge.
- The Hunt Plagiarism Scandal: How Apple TV Got Caught
- Game of Wool: The Pun That Isn't
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Netflix has agreed to acquire Warner Brothers for $72 billion in what is potentially the biggest deal in Hollywood history. Marina Hyde and Richard Osman analyze what this means for consumers, the entertainment industry, cinema, and the future of prestige television. They examine the regulatory hurdles, potential opposition from unions and Hollywood power players, and whether Netflix can successfully integrate Warner's vast content library and production capabilities.
- The Deal Details and Why Netflix Wants Warner Brothers
- Opposition and Regulatory Hurdles
The Best TV Animal EVER
Dec 04, 2025Summary Preview
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde tackle listener questions about politicians appearing on comedy shows, product placement in entertainment, and celebrity job titles. They explore the strategic risks of political TV appearances, particularly examining Louise Haig's ill-fated Have I Got News For You appearance with her fraud conviction, and discuss Boris Johnson's successful use of the show. The pair also debate memorable animal performances in film and TV, the evolution of product placement from novels to AI-driven personalization, and the delicate art of celebrity self-description.
- Politicians on Have I Got News For You: Risk vs. Reward
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Trump Demands Rush Hour 4
Dec 02, 2025Summary Preview
Richard and Marina analyze the controversial development of Rush Hour 4, which Donald Trump reportedly helped greenlight, while director Brett Ratner uses the franchise as his comeback vehicle. They also discuss Stranger Things' final season challenges with aging cast members and long gaps between seasons, and pay tribute to the late playwright Tom Stoppard, whose work profoundly influenced Marina's thinking and approach to storytelling.
- Rush Hour 4 and Brett Ratner's Hollywood Comeback
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The Biggest Ever Comebacks
Nov 27, 2025Summary Preview
Marina Hyde and Richard Osman explore the biggest comebacks in entertainment history, examining how stars and shows resurged from obscurity or failure to achieve massive success. They cover film, television, music, books, and comedy, analyzing what defines a true comeback and celebrating those who found new success after being written off.
- Movie Comebacks: From Obscurity to Stardom
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Introducing: The Rest Is Science
Nov 26, 2025Summary Preview
Michael Stevens and Hannah Fry explore the surprising science of water in this engaging episode, revealing that ice qualifies as a mineral and water is technically molten rock (lava). They delve into Earth's water distribution, showing that only a minuscule fraction is accessible freshwater, and discuss the origins of water on our planet, revealing that more than half predates our sun. The conversation touches on the physics of refrigeration and the remarkable nature of this essential substance.
- Water as Lava: Redefining Ice and Water
- Earth's Water Distribution: A Tiny Accessible Fraction
Will Wicked 2 Help Hollywood Defy Gravity?
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Chief Content Officer Kate Phillips joins Marina Hyde and Richard Osman to discuss BBC programming, from the development of The Traitors to engaging younger audiences. Phillips shares behind-the-scenes stories about commissioning major shows, navigating recent BBC controversies, and the future of public service broadcasting in the age of AI and social media.
- BBC Leadership Changes and Scrutiny
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I Want My MTV! - The Youthquake Begins (Part 1)
Nov 19, 2025Summary Preview
Marina Hyde and Richard Osman trace MTV's remarkable journey from a tiny New Jersey cable channel in 1981 to a global cultural phenomenon that defined a generation. Starting with reluctant record companies and mostly British music videos, MTV overcame technical disasters, industry skepticism, and troubling racial exclusion to revolutionize how music was consumed and marketed, fundamentally changing the entertainment industry within just three years.
- MTV's Unlikely Beginning: A Corporate Gamble
- British Music Videos Save MTV
"I'm A Celebrity" Booking Secrets
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