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The Rest Is EntertainmentDavid Walliams, Podcasts on Netflix & National TreasuresWhy have successful children's author David Walliams and HarperCollins parted ways? Who is the UK's no1 National Treasure? Why is Netflix buying podcasts? Publisher HarperCollins has decided to stop publishing any new books written by David Walliams, who strongly denies any wrongdoing. Richard Osman and Marina Hyde examine the story. Who did the UK vote as their all-time National Treasure and how do voting habits affect who we think are worthy of the title? We've done the polling and have the numbers. Netflix is flexing its cheque book and buying ex...
2026-01-0653 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsFarage’s Crypto Megadonor and the Graduate Jobs Disaster (Question Time)Why has a crypto billionaire living in Thailand donated £9 million to Nigel Farage's party, Reform UK? With a graduate jobs crisis in full swing and rising debt, what are the prospects for young Brits? Can the fragile Gaza ceasefire realistically hold? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. Gift The Rest Is Politics Plus this Christmas - give someone a whole year of Rory and Alastair’s miniseries, ad-free listening, early access to episodes and live show tickets, an exclusive members’ newsletter, discounted book price...
2025-12-111h 03The Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsHow Trump’s Security Strategy Destroys The Old World OrderHas Trump's 2025 National Security Strategy officially upended 80 years of American foreign policy? Why does it warn of Europe's "civilisational erasure" while downplaying threats from its traditional adversaries?And is it finally time for the UK and Europe to chart their own course?  Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. __________  Gift The Rest Is Politics Plus this Christmas - give someone a whole year of Rory and Alastair’s miniseries, ad-free listening, early access to episodes and live show tickets, an exclusive members’ newsle...
2025-12-1051 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe First World War: The Battle of the Frontiers (Part 2)What was Britain's first military move following the outbreak of the First World War? Where did the French launch their initial attack on the Germans? Whose army was the biggest and best of all the participants in the war? And, what unfolded at the pivotal Battle of the Ardennes in August 1914, on the frontiers of France, between the Germans and the French, and what would be the consequences of the outcome for the war as a whole? Join Dominic and Tom as they discuss, in riveting, unsparing detail, the dramatic early engagements of the...
2025-08-281h 00The Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryMary, Queen of Scots: Downfall (Part 6)Following the murder of her husband, Lord Darnley, how did Mary Queen of Scots - thought to have conspired for his death - navigate the most precarious situation of her young life so far? Would she marry again, and if so whom? Why was she forced to flee her enemies dressed as a man, and would she escape the threat of imprisonment? Could she look to her fellow cousin, Elizabeth I, for aid, or face the Virgin Queen’s condemnation? And, would she come out from these tumultuous events a queen and unscathed, or dethroned, and traumatised for life?...
2025-08-071h 06The Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentWas Vogue Wrong to Publish a Fake Model?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 Entertainment AAA Club: 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...
2025-08-0731 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentThe Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson Love StoryAre 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 seeking a new format hit to rival The Traitors. Richard reviews the most recent crop of big-budget reality gameshows to see if any will succeed. With the return...
2025-08-0555 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryMary, Queen of Scots: The Mystery of the Exploding Mansion (Part 5)How and why was Mary Queen of Scots’ traitorous husband, Lord Darnley, murdered, and by whom…? Was Mary complicit? Why was his death one of the greatest mysteries in all British history? And, with Mary’s situation growing increasingly precarious, and allies few and far between, to whom would Mary turn next? Join Tom and Dominic as they unravel, tantalisingly, the build up to and enactment of Lord Darnley’s mysterious murder, in the next stage of the tumultuous life of Mary Queen of Scots. Were her hands red and dripping with the blood of her murdered husband...
2025-08-041h 00The Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentCan Men Read?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 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 ther...
2025-07-3137 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryMary, Queen of Scots: Murder Most Foul (Part 4)Why did Mary Queen of Scots’ second marriage to the volatile Lord Darnley threaten to send Scotland into civil war? In what way did she essentially declare war upon her powerful cousin, Elizabeth I? Who was the hotheaded James Hepburn, the Earl of Bothwell, and why would he come to play such a devastating role in Mary’s life? Could Mary survive unburnt if the religious tensions smouldering at the heart of Scotland, erupted into a bonfire of destruction? Why did she personally lead a Scottish army into battle, pistols in hand? And, who in her inner circle was brut...
2025-07-3154 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentSouth Park vs TrumpIs 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. Trump didn’t react well with the White House claiming the “show hasn’t been relevant for over 20 years” yet could the show now be more relevant that ever? It targets the right, t...
2025-07-2958 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryMary, Queen of Scots: The Battle for Scotland (Part 3)Following the death of her husband, the King of France, was the glamorous Mary welcomed back to Scotland, her kingdom since infancy, with open arms or deep suspicion? Did she handle the precarious situation in which she found herself well, or recklessly? Did the majority of Scottish nobles side with Mary, or plot to usurp her in the shadows? When her eye turned on the crown of her wealthier neighbour, England, how did its reigning queen, Elizabeth I, react? And, who was the man that Mary choose to take as her second husband…? Join To...
2025-07-281h 04The Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentThe Two Billion Dollar Video GameWill 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 Entertainment AAA Club: 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...
2025-07-2430 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryMary, Queen of Scots: The Royal Rivals (Part 2)What was life like in the glittering French court, for the young and newly married Mary Queen of Scots? What momentous destiny was her formidable mother, Mary of Guise, planning for her? How did Mary become, in 1559, not only the queen of Scotland, but also of France, and - according to her Catholic French supporters - the queen of England? What would Mary do when unexpectedly widowed in a distant court of vipers? And, what did her cousin, the famous Protestant English Queen, Elizabeth I, make of this young, charming, Scottish pretender to her throne...? Join Tom...
2025-07-241h 00The Rest Is Football
The Rest Is FootballEngland Into Euros Final After More Late DramaGary introduces the latest episode from The Rest Is Football: Daly Brightness, as the team discuss England’s dramatic victory over Italy in the semi-finals of the women’s Euros. How do England keep producing these incredible late comebacks? How have they got the ’super subs’ making such an impact? Can the Lionesses go all the way and win the final on Sunday? Listen to The Rest Is Football: Daly Brightness wherever you get your podcasts. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com
2025-07-2323 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentThe Real TV Rich List - REVEALEDWho 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 Jeremy Clarkson - we've got the receipts. The beauty industry, fuelled by our TikTok and influencer obsession, is one of the UK's biggest retail sectors - Marina reveals...
2025-07-2257 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryMary, Queen of Scots: Birth of a Legend (Part 1)Where was Mary Queen of Scots - Elizabeth I’s most famous rival - born, and who were her parents? What was the nature of the turbulent politically and religiously divided world she was born into? How did she become a queen at only one week old, and betrothed to a French Prince at five? Why was it so dangerous to be a Scottish monarch in the 16th century? And, was she really the rightful heir to the English throne….? Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss the early life of one of history’s most famous women...
2025-07-2154 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentA Brief History Of Popcorn At The MoviesWhy 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 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 part...
2025-07-1738 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Lion, the Priest and the Parlourmaids: A 1930s Sex ScandalWho was the Rector of Stiffkey, Harold Davidson - the "Prostitutes' Padre" - and why was he Britain’s most notorious curate? Was it his unnerving infatuation with girls that saw him put on trial and defrocked in 1932? What was the nature of the scandal surrounding the case? What did he do in later life that saw him displaying himself publicly in a barrel in Blackpool? And, why did he meet his gory end between the jaws of a lion….? Join Dominic and Tom as they discuss the bizarre and slightly sinister story of one of history’s most...
2025-07-1757 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentThe MasterChef Disaster - What Happens Next?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”. John Torode’s team have been approached for comment by Goalhanger The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, e...
2025-07-1623 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentMushroom Murders: True Crime WarsWhy 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 discuss the true-crime-industrial complex and how that impacts the subjects of these often traumatising cases. The latest, and most impressive, AI filmaking tool 'Flow' by Google has taken the tech...
2025-07-1654 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Body in the Woods: A Medieval Murder MysteryWhy was a boy grotesquely and mysteriously murdered in a wood in Norwich in the 12th century? Who was his killer? Was it a ritual child sacrifice? Why was the murder blamed on Norwich's Jewish community, and in what appalling way? How did the incident set in motion a whole wave of Jewish persecution across the world, as more and more children disappeared and were found ritually murdered? And, what can this chilling story tell us about mediaeval attitudes to Jews? Join Tom and Dominic as they retell the terrifying story of Blood Libel, one of medieval...
2025-07-141h 00The Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentChat Show Secrets, Restaurant Reviewers & Glasto Sound checksHow 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 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...
2025-07-1032 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Irish Civil War: The Killing of Michael Collins (Part 2)After the assassination of Sir Henry Wilson and the signing of the polarising Anglo-Irish Treaty, how did the bombastic Battle of the Four Courts break out in Dublin? With British guns opening fire on the building, how long did the men of the IRA hold out? What was the outcome of the battle? With the IRA split, were more people for or against the Anglo-Irish treaty? Was Michael Collins trying to bring the war to a close by this point? Why were he and Éamon de Valera so opposed? How was Michael Collins killed in 1922, and why? Who killed h...
2025-07-1045 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentThe Salt Path Controversy - ExplainedAre 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 homelessness by taking a 630 mile walk around the UK. Now an incredible article in the Observer claims that the main elements of Raynor and Moth Winn’s story, including their names, are fabrications. What is the tr...
2025-07-0859 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Irish Civil War: The Assassination of Sir Henry Wilson (Part 1)Who was Sir Henry Wilson, and how was he shockingly murdered in 1922? Who ordered it? What was his attitude to the question of Irish Home Rule? Why has death been compared to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, whose death triggered the First World War? How did he garner the undying enmity of British Prime Minister, Herbert Henry Asquith? What was Wilson’s reputation in Ireland then, and how has it endured to this day? And, how did Wilson’s unexpected death impact the future of Irish independence?  In this week’s episode, Tom and Dominic are joined...
2025-07-0747 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentIs Shakespeare Overrated?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 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...
2025-07-0334 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Irish War of Independence: Showdown in London (Part 4)What were the terms of the Anglo-Irish Treaty, signed in December 1921, following negotiations between the UK and Sinn Féin? How was it received by the Irish people? What was the process by which it was agreed between Lloyd George, Winston Churchill, Michael Collins, and Arthur Griffith? Why did Éamon de Valera object to the treaty, and how did this sow the seeds of civil war? Had the Irish beaten the British militarily up to this point? And, what would be the consequences of this controversial treaty for the future of Ireland, and Anglo-Irish relations? Join Dominic an...
2025-07-031h 06The Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentThe Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sánchez WeddingWas 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 - Richard and Marina review the wedding event that everyone is talking about it. Apple's 'F1' is doing incredible business at the box office - what did the pair think of the film, and its exposition h...
2025-07-0154 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Irish War of Independence: Bloody Sunday (Part 3)What occurred on Bloody Sunday on 21 November 1920 - a turning point in the Irish War of Independence and one of the bloodiest and most brutal moments in Irish history? How many British Army Officers were assassinated on the instructions of firebrand political leader, Michael Collins, that morning? Then, how many civilians did the British army gun down during a Gaelic football match at Croke Park that afternoon, and why given it was largely unprovoked? And, what events did that fateful day set in motion along the road to Irish Independence, by turning Irish public opinion against the British government?
2025-06-3057 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentNew Book Smells, Vanishing Shows & Never AuditioningWhy 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 comedy 'The Thick Of It' knew about Huw Edwards before the Met Police. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early...
2025-06-2641 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Irish War of Independence: The Violence Begins (Part 2)What was Sinn Féin’s totemic first move after winning a majority seat in 1917? Were the IRA’s methods during this early stages of the war as violent as they are commonly believed to have been? How sectarian was the IRA? What crucial strategy did the Irish adopt in order to overwhelm English efforts to re-establish control in Ireland? As a victor of the First World War, was Ireland’s struggle for independence unique amongst the revolutions and changing fortunes of other nations during the post war years? And, what enabled the famous Michael Collins to attain a great l...
2025-06-261h 03The Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentThe Real Life Gossip Girl: UNMASKEDWho 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 down z-list influencers - its owner has finally been exposed and it may surprise you. Jamie Lloyd is reinventing theatre once again with his controversial take on...
2025-06-251h 00The Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Irish War of Independence: Rise of the IRA (Part 1)What are the origins of the Irish War of Independence? What impact did the First World War have on Irish efforts for Home Rule? What was the mood in Ireland following the bloody Easter Rising of 1916? And, who was Éamon de Valera, the man who dominated the story of not only Irish politics in the 20th century, but also the entire story of Irish independence? As they launch back into the epic and tumultuous Irish War of Independence, Dominic and Tom are joined once again by historian Paul Rouse, to discuss one of the most important conflicts i...
2025-06-231h 09The Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Medici: The Bonfire of the Vanities (Part 4)Following the death of Lorenzo the Magnificent, who was his Medici successor? Could he overcome the political turmoil and religious fervour in Florence, and rebuff the storm clouds of war gathering over his city with the approaching French army? How did this burgeoning catastrophe catapult the magnetic priest, Savonalrolla, to supreme power in Florence? Could he save it from the jaws of death with his fiercely puritanical regime? And, how would he become the bane of the Medici and destroy all they had ever built, in a roaring bonfire of worldly vanities? Join Dominic...
2025-06-191h 09The Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentAdam Curtis on AI, the BBC and Bucks FizzAdam 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 modern television, unique approach to archival material and his thoughts on modern culture at large. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A episodes...
2025-06-1948 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsQuestion Time: What the Head of MI6 Really DoesWhat does the murder of politicians in Minnesota tell us about the state of American politics? What is the newly appointed Chief of MI6 going to know about the world? Is there a more divisive issue than immigration in the UK today? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices...
2025-06-1952 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsIran, Israel, and Trump: War in the Middle EastAre we heading for all-out war between the US, Netanyahu and the Iranian regime? Is the West betraying international law in its support of Israel's pre-emptive strikes on Iran? Why did Starmer u-turn on a national inquiry into child grooming gangs? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on...
2025-06-1851 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentNoel Edmonds And The ApocalypseCan Noel Edmonds defeat Jeremy Clarkson in ratings? Why has the Deal Or No Deal supremo upsticks to New Zealand? Do the Chinese have the answer to the Hollywood box office crisis? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde have watched the much-anticipated 'Noel Edmonds' Kiwi Adventure', from iron knights to healing crystals - the pair reveal their thoughts on the 'singular' television host. What is a micro-drama? The Chinese invention, turning hour long movies into 60 second clips, has already raked in billions ocerseas. But are they any good? Recommendations: Adam Curtis...
2025-06-1752 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Medici: Curse of the Mad Monk (Part 3)Did Lorenzo de’Medici’s rule in Florence incur prosperity, or was it a corrupt and autocratic regime, rife with torture, that would spell the doom of the former Republic? While building an edifice of power, wealth and luxury, how was he secretly bankrupting his famous family and city? Was he really the perfect Renaissance Prince, and how did he launch the careers of both Michaelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci? And, with poverty and riots on the streets of Florence, who was Girolamo Savonarola, the Dominican priest bent on destroying Lorenzo and his family, while predicting the apocalyptic end of t...
2025-06-1659 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsIsrael vs. Iran: What Happens NextWhy has Benjamin Netanyahu's government launched an attack on the Iranian military? Is this the start of a new, larger war in the Middle East? What is Donald Trump's America's role in the conflict? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more in this emergency episode on Israel and Iran. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices...
2025-06-1354 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentWhich Celebrities NEED Media Training?What is media training, and who is in desperate need of a long lesson in it? How do you get a fighter jet in your next big film? Do agents ever play their clients against one another in a bid for the big role? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of TV and film, plus Harry Hill explains the insane production pull of making the cult classic - TV Burp. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early...
2025-06-1238 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Medici: Lorenzo the Magnificent (Part 2)Who was Lorenzo the Magnificent, the most glamorous, glittering, and blood-soaked of all the Medici, who became his family’s formidable but compulsive “Godfather” from the age of only twenty one? What was the Pazzi Conspiracy, in which he was almost murdered in a bloody plot to eliminate Medici supremacy in Florence, in the middle of a church mass? Were the Medici the first Italian mafia? What influence did Lorenzo have upon the Renaissance? And, what would become of the Medici, with conspirators circling, the Papacy against them, and their bank coffers draining away?  Join Dominic and Tom as...
2025-06-1259 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsQuestion Time: How to solve Britain’s immigration questionWhy does the BBC give Reform so much air time? Should there be a global refugee coalition? And, should we be surprised that AI might gaslight us? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to ⁠⁠theres...
2025-06-121h 01The Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsIs Trump Starting a Civil War? | LA ProtestsAre the LA protests the perfect gift for Trump, and does pushing back just add fuel to his fire? What does Musk’s exit mean for the MAGA coalition? Why has Starmer u-turned on winter fuel payments, and can Reeves’ spending review turn things around for Labour and the UK? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and...
2025-06-1157 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentSydney Sweeney's Bathwater BonanzaSydney Sweeney is selling her bathwater… does this make her a bad feminist? Will the Nintendo Switch 2 become the biggest video game console of all time? Where are all the 'real' humans in blockbusters? The hottest of Hollywood stars, Sydney Sweeney, teamed up with Dr. Squatch to sell soap containing her own bathwater which sold out in seconds. Does this make her a soapy sell-out, or is this all just clean fun - turning her into one of the smartest actors in the business right now? Richard Osman has go...
2025-06-1046 minThe Rest Is Politics: Leading
The Rest Is Politics: LeadingThe Anxious Generation: How Silicon Valley Has Rewired Our Brains (Jonathan Haidt)What are the biggest lies we're being told about social media? How does unregulated social media help Trump and authoritarian regimes? How do you beat an addiction to your phone? Jonathan Haidt joins Rory and Alastair to discuss all this and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Ju...
2025-06-091h 08The Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Medici: Masters of Florence (Part 1)What are the origins of one of history’s most glittering, and for a time, most powerful families in Europe; the Medici? How were they able to seize supreme power in the Republic of Florence , one of the most dazzling cities in the world, during the 15th century, at the height of the Renaissance? When did Florence’s explosive growth begin, and how? Who was Cosimo Medici, the Godfather of the family, who through cunning, blood, betrayal and sheer will, pulled his family to the forefront of Florentine politics?  Join Dominic and Tom for the first episode of th...
2025-06-091h 03The Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentMarina and Richard's Biggest Ever ArgumentWhat is the ideal number of films to watch in a year? Child actors can earn a fortune, but who looks after, and protects their money? Is reality TV too woke? 

How do you manage filming inside a busy working kitchen? Man vs. Food’s Adam Richman gives Richard Osman and Marina Hyde the inside scoop. 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 our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles...
2025-06-0534 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryHannibal: Roman Bloodbath at Cannae (Part 4)How did the Battle of Cannae - one of the most important battles of all time for Ancient Rome, with a whole Empire at stake, and a reputation that had reverberated across the centuries - in 216 BC, unfold? What brilliant tactics did Hannibal adopt in order to overcome the Roman killing machine, with its vast numbers and relentless soldiers? Why did so many men die in such horrific circumstances? And, what would be the outcome of that bloody, totemic day, for the future of both Carthage and Rome? Join Tom and Dominic for the...
2025-06-0558 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsQuestion Time: Gaza’s Aid Blocked, Trump’s Power Tested & Dominic Cummings’ Big MistakeWhat was the most significant event of geopolitics in the last 30 years? Are Dominic Cummings' comments about the "broken" Westminster model valid? And, should politicians be clued up on popular culture? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all of these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on...
2025-06-0540 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsChina, Russia, and Cyberwarfare: Is the UK preparing for the wrong war?Is Labour exaggerating the threat from Russia and missing the real risks? Does the world beyond the West now prefer China over the US? What does Poland’s new pro-Trump president mean for Ukraine and European defence? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the po...
2025-06-0454 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentGossip: The New Frontier Of The Culture WarIs entertainment being weaponised as part of a culture war? Why aren’t we celebrating OnlyFans? The business is a massive UK success story. What can the way The Guardian asks for money tell us about subscriptions? With left and right politics now firmly established, how are the right deploying entertainment as a means to further their ideology? Who are the protagonists behind the discourse we’re being subjected to?

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2025-06-0355 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryHannibal: The Invasion of Italy (Part 3)How did Hannibal achieve the remarkable feat of crossing the Alps with his army, and elephants? How many of his men survived the treacherous journey? Was it worth sacrificing so much of his army in order to fight the Romans in Italy? And, what unfolded during the first great clash between Hannibal and Rome, at dawn, by the Trebbia River, in 218 BC…? Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss Hannibal’s extraordinary journey over the Alps, and the early stages of his epic war against Rome.  The Rest Is Histo...
2025-06-0256 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentThe Books You Must Read Before Turning 18Which novels must you read before your 18th birthday? How are routes planned for Race Across The World? Does 'Alien' have the greatest ever tagline? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of entertainment, including the ever-growing clapping crisis in Cannes. 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 our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future...
2025-05-2932 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryHannibal: Elephants Cross the Alps (Part 2)Why did Hannibal choose to cross the Alps with his elephants in 218 BC, when invading Rome? Was it a brilliant stratagem or a military disaster? What was the secret to the Roman Republic’s growing military success at this time? And, why did Carthage, under Hannibal’s formidable generalship, believe they were more than capable of taking on the might of Rome?  Join Tom and Dominic as they charge into one of the most legendary military clashes of all time: the outbreak of the Second Punic War, which saw Carthage under Hannibal Barka, take on th...
2025-05-2958 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsQuestion Time: Trump's Golden Dome, Gaza's Global Outcry and Starmer's Prison GambleHow should global leaders deal with Trump? Why have the UK, France and Canada chosen now to speak out against Israel? Are young women being taken for granted, politically? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. See Rory and Alastair Live on Tour Sunday, 9 Nov 2025: Bournemouth International Centre Tuesday, 11 Nov 2025: Eventim Apollo, London Wednesday, 12 Nov 2025: Eventim Apollo, London Saturday, 15 Nov 2025: SEC Armadillo, Glasgow Sunday, 16 Nov 2025: O2 Apollo Manchester Get your...
2025-05-2935 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is Entertainment⁠The Truth Behind ITV’s Daytime CullHow will ITV's brutal re-scheduling of daytime affect the industry? Who is masked singer that's dominating the UK and US charts? Why is Netflix's targeting toddlers in their race to market dominance? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde look at the devastating cuts that ITV have made to their daytime schedule, seeing beloved shows cut and hundreds of jobs culled. Can traditional broadcasters turn the tide, or is it the end of Lorraine? Genre-bending band Sleep Token are storming the charts on both side of the Atlantic, the pair explore...
2025-05-2851 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsBroken Britain: Farage’s Plot to Outflank LabourIs Reform UK’s growing appeal a product of Farage’s populism, or Labour’s failure to articulate a gripping national story? What’s behind Trump’s South African ‘white genocide’ claim? Why can’t the UK build the homes it so desperately needs? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on t...
2025-05-281h 05The Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryHannibal: Rome's Greatest Enemy (Part 1)Who was Hannibal, the flawed but brilliant Carthaginian general? What makes Rome vs Carthage in the third century BC one of the most totemic ancient rivalries of all time? How did Hamilcar, father of Hannibal, restore the fortunes of Carthage following their devastating defeat to the Romans in 264 BC? And, what personal tragedy spurred Hannibal on to seize his destiny by the reins, take command of the Carthaginian army, and at last set out to have his vengeance on Rome? Join Tom and Dominic as they launch into the early life and rise of...
2025-05-2655 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentMethod Acting SickosWhy did Jared Leto send co-stars used condoms and live rats while on set for Suicice Squad? Why can't you trust the Radio 4 pips any longer? And why did Richard spend hours watching Ben White say his name over and over? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of showbiz, including the inside scoop on foul behaviour by method actors and the secrets of casting for Race Across The World. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A...
2025-05-2228 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Great Northern War: Murder in Moscow (Part 4)What were the consequences of Peter the Great’s mighty victory over Sweden at the Battle of Poltova in 1707? How great was the impact of his reign upon Russia overall, and was he responsible for turning it into one of Europe’s greatest powers? What occurred during the later years of his life? And, what is the story behind his bloody, terrible and tragic treatment of his son, Alexis…? Join Dominic and Tom for the mighty conclusion of their series on one of history’s most remarkable characters: Peter the Great. The ramifications of his reign for Russia...
2025-05-221h 05The Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsQuestion Time: The U-turn Starmer Can’t AvoidJust how extreme will Merz’s immigration curb get? Can the Labour Party still identify as centre-right? And should the men guilty of felling the Sycamore tree be sent to prison?  Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on Disco...
2025-05-2237 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsBiden, Springsteen, and Trump: Dancing in the DarkWhat does Trump’s outburst against Bruce Springsteen and Joe Biden tell us about his psychology? Why has he lifted sanctions on al-Sharaa’s Syria, and why now? Has Portugal finally lost its immunity to far-right populism? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod...
2025-05-2137 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentGary Lineker Leaves The BBCWhy has Gary Lineker's career at the BBC ended after 30 years? Who has been enabling Diddy for decades in his infamous 'freak-off' parties? Why did Marina queue for three hours in Westfield for a tiny plastic doll - and was it worth it? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde investigate the sordid Diddy trial for sex trafficking and racketeering and ask if anyone else is to blame for enabling celebrity monsters. Tim Davie sets out his vision for a renewed BBC last week, the pair discuss the future of the...
2025-05-201h 01The Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsStarmer's EU Deal: A New EraIs Starmer's UK-EU deal a “win-win” reset of relations or a betrayal of Brexit red lines? Will this deal actually lower food and energy costs or boost growth? What does twelve years of European fishing access really mean for the UK? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the...
2025-05-1931 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Great Northern War: Slaughter on the Steppes (Part 3)Why was the greatest and most climactic battle of the Great Northern War, the Battle of Poltova, one of the most important in all European history? What drove Charles XII of Sweden to invade Russia in the Summer of 1707, in the lead up to that totemic clash? Exactly what happened on the day of the Battle? Would both Peter the Great and Charles survive it unscathed, if at all? And, who would triumph on that bloodsoaked battlefield? Join Dominic and Tom for one of the most dramatic events of their journey through the bombastic...
2025-05-191h 01The Rest Is Politics: Leading
The Rest Is Politics: LeadingPalestine's Most Popular Politician: Marwan Barghouti's Son on Occupation, Resistance, and HopeWho, instead of Hamas, could represent a peaceful Palestinian leadership? Why does Marwan Barghouti remain the most popular leader in Palestine despite being in jail for over 20 years, a period during which more than 50% of the population was not yet born? How do the Occupied territories remain hopeful during the ongoing war in the region? Rory and Alastair are joined by Marwan Barghouti's son, Arab Barghouti, to discuss all this and more. Sign up to Revolut Business today via: https://get.revolut.com/z4lF/leading, and add money...
2025-05-1957 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentCan The Pope Win Eurovision?Can the Vatican enter Eurovision? What's the deal with the delegation delays? And what would Marina's darts nickname be? With Eurovision just around the corner Richard & Marina bring your burning Eurovision questions to Executive Supervisor Martin Österdahl and Brand Director Martin Green.
 Plus, we talk Klingon, Elvish and Klanger - how are fake languages for movies are created, and how you can get a degree in them. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q&A...
2025-05-1534 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Great Northern War: Revenge of the Cossacks (Part 2)After establishing the city of St Petersburg, what was Peter the Great’s next step in his titanic struggle against Charles XII of Sweden, for mastery of northern and eastern Europe? What drastic, brutal action did he take against Poland, to slow the Swedish advance into his territories? And, after the defection of one of his oldest and most important allies - the leader of the Ukrainian Cossacks - to the Swedes, could Peter and his army survive to fight on?  Join Dominic and Tom as they discuss the next and deadliest stage of the...
2025-05-151h 07The Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsQuestion Time: How Starmer Fell Into Farage's Immigration TrapWhat message is the new pope sending to Trump? To what extent are the USAID cuts killing children? And, did Rory “get it wrong” on water nationalisation?  Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to ⁠therestis...
2025-05-1554 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsTrump's Gulf Billions: Saudi, Sanctions, and CeasefiresFrom a $400m plane to starvation in Gaza, who will benefit from Trump’s big Gulf visit? Who really brokered the ceasefire between India and Pakistan? Can Zelensky and Ukraine survive on half-promises and secondhand weapons? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, an...
2025-05-1451 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentMarina Explains The Beckham Family FeudWhat's lurking behind the scenes of the Beckham family feud that's generating tabloid headlines? Has slasher producer Eli Roth created a new way to finance his horror flicks? Why aren't people allowed to go to the bathroom during the BAFTAs? Marina Hyde and Richard Osman unravel the world of the Beckhams, and the growing split between Brooklyn and the rest of his family. Horror royalty Eli Roth has created a unique way to finance future film. Will it reshape the film industry as he hopes, and what is the grisliest way to be...
2025-05-131h 01The Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Great Northern War: The Battle of the Baltic (Part 1)How did the Great Northern War, which saw Sweden pitted against Peter the Great’s Russia and her allies, and would transform Europe forever, begin? Who was Charles XII, Sweden’s King, and a worthy antagonist for the formidable Peter? What terrible miscalculation saw Russia’s Danish allies brutally knocked from the war in its early stage? What dreadful havoc did Peter’s Cossacks wreak upon the Eastern Baltic? And, who was the young farm girl who would go on to capture the heart of a Tsar?  Join Dominic and Tom as they discuss Peter the Great, the early...
2025-05-121h 07The Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentProp Auctions, Celebrity Bodyguards & Football ChantsIf you had the money, would you like to own a piece of Hollywood history? What are the most expensive props and movie memorabilia ever, and is there etiquette for who can take iconic items with them when the cameras stop rolling? Football chants are often creative, catchy but are they ever really original? Reviews. Are star rating accurate and how much do critics hate giving a rating? Just some of your questions answered on this episode of The Rest Is Entertainment. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become...
2025-05-0838 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryPeter the Great: Bloodbath in the Kremlin (Part 2)What abominable mischief and hedonism did the seventeen year old Peter the Great revel in during his strange and remarkable travels through Europe, before truly stepping into the role of Tsar of all the Russias? Did it serve a secret political purpose? What was the outcome of the first war he chose to wage against the Ottoman Empire? Why did he go on a crucial and possibly dangerous diplomatic mission disguised as a member of his own staff? And, when news reached him from Russia, of a mutiny that directly challenged his rule, what gruesome revenge did he wreak…?...
2025-05-081h 02The Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsQuestion Time: India vs. Pakistan | What Happens Now?Should Labour boot Tony Blair over his attack on the government's climate policy? Why is the U.S. defending Germany’s AfD? Are Britain’s towns and cities more politically split than ever? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatro...
2025-05-081h 00The Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsTrump’s Corruption Machine, Israeli Settlers, and the Rise of Reform UKHow has Donald Trump transformed his political power into a money-making machine, and what does it mean for American democracy? How did Israel's settler movement shift from the extremist fringes into mainstream politics? Why does Nigel Farage always evade real scrutiny, and will he replace Keir Starmer as Prime Minister? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP...
2025-05-071h 08The Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentIs Trump Trying To Kill Hollywood?US President Donald Trump has turned his tariff agenda towards the movie business by promising 100% tariffs on films made outside America. Is this going to save Hollywood or only hasten tinsel town’s demise? Irish hip hop trio Kneecap have found themselves in hot water after a string of controversial statements shared at their gigs have been unearthed. They are now facing an investigation from the Metropolitan Police’s counter terror unit. Richard and Marina explore the arguments for, and against, silencing the musicians. The Rest Is Ente...
2025-05-0649 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryPeter the Great: The Rise of Russia (Part 1)Why was the early life of Peter the Great - Tsar and autocrat of all the Russias, who endures to this day as an iconic symbol of Russian might - drenched in blood and violence? What amalgamation of court politics and family feuding saw him catapulted to the role of Tsar against all the odds? What did he do during the course of his colourful life and tumultuous reign to earn the moniker ‘the Great’? And, why is he considered by many, the father of Russia?  Join Dominic and Tom as they launch into the early life of on...
2025-05-051h 03The Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentThe Most Dangerous Job in TVWhy do quiz shows have two hosts? What wizardry is used in the latest series of Black Mirror?
 

 Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions, including how to encourage a penguin to act on screen - and the most dangerous filming job in television. 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 our exclusive newsletter archive, discount book prices on selected titles with our partners at Coles, early ticket access to future live events, and our member...
2025-05-0131 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Golden Age of Japan: Secrets of the Imperial Court (Part 2)In the vibrant but vicious golden age of Imperial Japan, how did women use writing as a way to secure their status, and express their deepest desires? Who was Sei Shōnagon, the witty courtier whose account of life around the Japanese Empress during the iconic Heian period, provides a scintillating insight into this colourful world? And, behind the sophisticated melee of the Imperial court, with its elegance and decorum, what risks and hazards haunted every aspiring courtier…? Join Tom and Dominic for the climax to their tantalising journey into the beating heart of Imp...
2025-05-011h 06The Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsQuestion Time: Has the US underestimated China?What can be learnt from Poland’s fight against the far-right? Is it time for water to be nationalised? And, how has TRIP changed Alastair and Rory’s politics? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to ⁠therestispolitics.com⁠ to...
2025-05-0141 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsTrump vs. Putin, How to Stop Farage, and Kashmir ExplainedAfter 100 days of Trump 2.0, is he finally warming to Zelensky following their dramatic Vatican meeting? Is Reform UK’s rise really unstoppable? What’s next for India and Pakistan as the fight for Kashmir ramps up? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and...
2025-04-3051 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentHow Liz Hurley Slid Into Billy Ray Cyrus’s DMsAre we right to be cynical about Elizabeth Hurley’s new relationship with Billy Ray Cyrus? Why has Peter Andre donned a dodgy dreadlocks wig for his new acting role? Who will win Celebrity Traitors? ‘Jafaican’ is not his screen debut as Peter Andre claims, but that is the least of the film's issues. From his accent to overall portrayal of Jamaican culture, initial reaction to the trailer have ignited the culture war. What does it tell us about financing of film production at this level of the industry? A celebrity romance that no one...
2025-04-2954 minThe Rest Is History
The Rest Is HistoryThe Golden Age of Japan: Lady Murasaki and the Shining Prince (Part 1)At the height of Imperial Japan, during a golden age of court intrigue, obsessive hierarchy, and fabulous sophistication, who was the legendary lothario and emperor’s son, Genji? What can the Tale of Genji - a great masterpiece of Japanese literature - tell us about this remarkable and alien world, and the imperial family at the heart of it? Who was the woman who wrote it, at a time when in the West it would have been unthinkable? What was the influence of China, Japan’s powerful neighbour, on the world the text describes? And, does the story hold the...
2025-04-2854 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentMarina's A-ListCan you guess how Marina will rate your favourite actor? Why do first editions cost so much? Does Beyonce hire too many songwriters?Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions and explore the world of bottle episodes and writing credits. Plus we list the country's top actors and Marina (and her imaginary gavel) decide if they are 'A-List or Not' - prepare to be shocked. The Rest Is Entertainment AAA Club: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to our Q...
2025-04-2427 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsQuestion Time: Trump’s Plan to Overhaul US DiplomacyWill Harvard win its fight with Trump? What caused Zelensky’s approval ratings to hit an all-time high? Which right-wing politician would Alastair swap places with? Join Alastair and Rory as they answer all of these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to ther...
2025-04-2442 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsPope Francis, the Supreme Court Gender Ruling, and Trump’s International Populist NetworkWhat does the UK's Supreme Court ruling mean for trans rights, single-sex spaces, and the debate Labour hoped to avoid? Is Trump 2.0 helping or hindering rightwing populists around the world? What is the real legacy of Pope Francis?Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more.The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on...
2025-04-2356 minThe Rest Is Entertainment
The Rest Is EntertainmentCan Jesus Save Hollywood?Has Christian movie making resurrected the Box Office? Is 'Reacher' America's favourite TV Show? Why are celebrities obsessed with making hot sauces?Richard Osman and Marina Hyde explore the phenomenal success of religious programming in Hollywood - including the smash hit from Angel Studios 'King Of Kings'. But why are LA's rich and famous flocking to church all of a sudden, and are they all praying for Justin Baldoni?Severance and The White Lotus are some of the most talked about shows in the world, but what about Lee...
2025-04-2253 minThe Rest Is Politics: Leading
The Rest Is Politics: LeadingThe Prime Minister of Australia: Trump, China, and Social Media (Anthony Albanese)What is the impact of Trump and China on the Australian election on 3rd May? How has the Australian government taken on social media companies to protect young users? How did Prime Minister Anthony Albanese track down and reunite with his long lost father? Alastair and Rory are joined by Anthony Albanese, the Australian Prime Minister, to answer all this and more.Exclusive INCOGNI Deal: To get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan, go to https://incogni.com/leading The Rest Is Politics Plus...
2025-04-211h 10The Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsQuestion Time: It's over for Kemi BadenochWhy is politics still so elitist? What story is Kemi Badenoch trying to sell? And, how can Dutton escape Trump comparisons? Join Alastair and Rory as they answer all of these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to therestispolitics.com to sign up, or...
2025-04-1738 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsTrump, Xi, and how China outsmarted AmericaDoes Trump want to turn America into China? How come politicians - including those on the right - want to nationalise steel in the UK? Are we witnessing a seismic change in German politics?The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy. Fuse are giving away FREE TRIP+ membership for all of 2025 to new sign-ups 🎉 TRIP+ gets you ad-free listening, discounts, and early access to episodes and pre-sale tickets for live shows! To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit GetFuse.com/Politics ⚡The Rest Is Politics Plus...
2025-04-161h 01The Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsHow We Trolled the Trolls: Putin, Trump, and Musk (with Anthony Scaramucci)Has Elon Musk paid for fans to defend him on social media? What percentage of Twitter responses to Rory Stewart, Alastair Campbell, and Anthony Scaramucci are fake bots? How can information on Twitter trolls inform us on election interference?Alastair and Rory are joined by Anthony Scaramucci to delve into the murky world of Twitter algorithms and trolls.The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive...
2025-04-1532 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsQuestion Time: America’s last ally, Japan in crisis, and the Netanyahu EraWhy were two Labour MPs denied entry to Israel? What led to the impeachment of South Korea’s president? Is there a decline in blue-collar MPs?Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all of these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to ther...
2025-04-1056 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsIs a Financial Crisis Looming? Trump's Market PanicWhat’s really behind Trump’s tariff madness? Are we watching the US slide into authoritarianism in real time? How should Europe and the world fight back?Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more.The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ chatroom on Discord. Just head to theres...
2025-04-091h 01The Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsTrump vs. the World: Global Trade WarWhat happens next? Is this the start of a global recession? How should allies hit back?Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more, recorded in a special livestream on The Rest Is Politics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@restispolitics/streamsThe Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our...
2025-04-0449 minThe Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsQuestion Time: India’s moment, Qatargate, and do young brits want a dictator?How should Starmer respond to the 27% of young people who would prefer to live in a dictatorship? Could India become a third power, rivalling the US and China? And, why do politicians never explain why they won't make certain decisions? Join Alastair and Rory as they answer all of these questions and more. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on...
2025-04-031h 01The Rest Is Politics
The Rest Is PoliticsTrump, Vance, and How the US Invades GreenlandAmerica vs. the Arctic - is this the end for NATO? Should Marine Le Pen still be allowed to run for president? Will Australia adopt Trump-style politics, or can Albanese buck the trend?Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more.The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become a member for exclusive bonus content, early access to Question Time episodes to live show tickets, ad-free listening for both TRIP and Leading, our exclusive newsletter, discount book prices on titles mentioned on the pod, and our members’ ch...
2025-04-0255 minWW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk
WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You TalkListen Now: LegacyListen to Legacy from Wondery and Goalhanger Podcasts. Each season, historian Peter Frankopan and broadcaster Afua Hirsch tell the wild stories of the most extraordinary men and women to have ever lived – and ask whether they have the reputation they deserve.Winston Churchill is a towering figure in British history. Born into an aristocratic family, he began his career as a soldier and war correspondent before entering politics. He was an early champion of social reform, and became Prime Minister in 1940 during Britain's darkest hour in World War II. His stirring speeches and indomitable sp...
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