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Was the BBC right to cancel Ru Paul's Drag Race? Why do Brits still have to wait weeks to see Hollywood films? What was the only time Richard got into trouble with his publisher? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your behind-the-scenes questions of film, tv and flappy books. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations. 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, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Adam Thornton Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Exec Producer: Ami Bennett Social Producer: Emma Jackson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Mr Beast’s latest project a massive fail? How do you earn £100m from children's books? And can you buy prestigious awards? (hypothetically speaking… ) Mr Beast have teamed up with James Patterson to release a survival thriller, and one real-life reader could win $1m - but the charts have been unforgiving... has the shine finally rubbed off Mr Beast? Beloved children's writer Julia Donaldson releases Gruffalo Granny, but what is the secret behind her £100m success story? Nicola Peltz has been awarded a ‘Rising Star’ award at the Venice Film Festival, at the age of 31. Richard and Marina explore the world of expensive award campaigns. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Sponsored by Lloyds. Looking for extra value from your spending? You can bank on Lloyds to help your money go further. Search Lloyds Rewards in your app. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Lorcan Moullier and Louis Mealing Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Emma Jackson Exec Producer: Ami Bennett Filmed at www.westdigitalstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richard Osman is joined by the new Strictly Come Dancing hosts - Emma Willis, Johannes Radebe and Josh Widdicombe. They answer your questions on the audition process, their presenting roles, and compete in a quickfire Strictly quiz. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Sponsored by Lloyds. Looking for extra value from your spending? You can bank on Lloyds to help your money go further. Search Lloyds Rewards in your app. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Charlie Rodwell, Kieron Leslie & Adam Thornton Camera Ops: Charlie Rodwell, Kieron Leslie & Bruno Di Castri Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Emma Jackson Exec Producer: Ami Bennett Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who are the new Kardashians? Can internet stars save The Grand Tour? And is Anna Wintour’s reign over high fashion finally coming to an end? Netflix wanted TikTok sensation Alix Earle and her family to be the next Keeping Up With the Kardashians, but their new show falls flat. Why can't traditional formats keep up with online stars? Amazon has launched its Grand Tour reboot with three fresh faces taking up the mantle from Hammond, Clarkson and May. Why is hiring ‘unknowns’ a return to form for Top Gear? Anna Wintour is in hot water for her support of controversial designer John Galliano, who has cancelled a major exhibit at the Met due to bitter backlash. Is this the end for the ice queen of fashion? The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Sponsored by Lloyds. Looking for extra value from your spending? You can bank on Lloyds to help your money go further. Search Lloyds Rewards in your app. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to ⁠www.goalhanger.com ⁠ Video Editor: Louis Mealing & Lorcan Moullier Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Emma Jackson Exec Producer: Ami Bennett Filmed at ⁠www.westdigitalstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Which showbiz haircuts have caused the most drama? What are the dumbest character names? Who would Richard nominate as his favourite Toms and Olivias in entertainment? Marina Hyde and Richard Osman answer your questions on celebrity hairstyles, the VMAs and The Masked Singer. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Sponsored by Lloyds. Looking for extra value from your spending? You can bank on Lloyds to help your money go further. Search Lloyds Rewards in your app. Book your train to Paris with Eurostar now. Based on average journey time from London St Pancras International to Paris Gare du Nord, 7th of September to 12th of December 2026. Correct as of 3rd of August 2026. See eurostar.com for details. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Caroline Kaye Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Emma Jackson Exec Producer: Ami Bennett Filmed at www.westdigitalstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Dolly Parton’s greatest song actually a resignation letter? Is any internet hype real because of clipping culture? Who will take over the wheel for the Top Gear reboot? Tributes are rolling in for Queen of Country Dolly Parton, who sadly passed away last week. Marina and Richard discuss her legacy as an entertainment mogul and businesswoman.  Shorter clips of long-form content are everywhere at the moment. Is anything on your feed actually popular, or is it just stealth marketing? Top Gear is back, Blind Date has a new host, and the Rooneys have their own documentary series. Richard gives you the ultimate rundown of the shows hitting your screens this autumn.  The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Sponsored by Lloyds. Looking for extra value from your spending? You can bank on Lloyds to help your money go further. Search Lloyds Rewards in your app. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com  Video Editor: Adam Thornton & Louis Mealing Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott  Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy  Social Producer: Emma Jackson Exec Producer: Ami Bennett Filmed at www.westdigitalstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Which musician always books a plane seat for his hat? Does a horror final girl always have to be brunette? Could Kanye perform in North Korea? Marina Hyde and Richard Osman answer your questions on book releases, KATSEYE and horror heroines. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Sponsored by Lloyds. Looking for extra value from your spending? You can bank on Lloyds to help your money go further. Search Lloyds Rewards in your app. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Emma Jackson Exec Producer: Ami Bennett Filmed at www.westdigitalstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will Meghan Markle REALLY be in a Guy Ritchie drama? Should Mr Brightside be the first item on the British Constitution? Why are the BBC beefing with YouTubers? The Sussexes are returning to the UK amidst rumours that Meghan has been cast in Guy Ritchie’s hit The Gentlemen. Are the rumours true? And what TV format advice does Richard have for Harry? Mr Brightside has now spent over 500 weeks in the UK Singles Top 100. How did it become such a cornerstone of British culture? The government have unveiled plans to give established broadcasters, like the BBC, more prominence on YouTube and TikTok. Marina has strong opinions. Songs used in show:  Goo Goo Dolls - Iris  (John Rzeznik, Reprise Records) Vance Joy - Riptide (James Keogh, Infectious Music / Warner Music Group) The Killers - Mr Brightside (Brandon Flowers, Dave Keuning, Island Records) The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Sponsored by Lloyds. Looking for extra value from your spending? You can bank on Lloyds to help your money go further. Search Lloyds Rewards in your app. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com  Video Editor: Adam Thornton  Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott  Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy  Social Producer: Emma Jackson Exec Producer: Ami Bennett Filmed at www.westdigitalstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can a rap lyric lock you up? Why are there so many radio stations? What does Netflix’s deal with GTA 6 mean for the gaming industry? Marina Hyde and Richard Osman answer your questions on film villains, the use of lyrics as evidence and the Edinburgh Fringe. The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Sponsored by Lloyds. Looking for extra value from your spending? You can bank on Lloyds to help your money go further. Search Lloyds Rewards in your app. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: James Clayden Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Emma Jackson Exec Producer: Ami Bennett Filmed at www.westdigitalstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why are the big cheeses of the entertainment industry buying up sports teams? Is The Rock the next big country star? What does the micro-drama boom mean for actors? Ex-Disney boss Bob Iger is buying storied basketball team the LA Lakers for a billion-dollar deal. Are sports teams becoming the new Van Goghs for the mega wealthy? Dwayne Johnson is dipping his toes into country music. Marina gives an update on The Rock’s latest career pivot, and explains why his Oscar ambitions are far from over. China is leading the boom in micro-dramas, but an increasing number feature AI stars. Will the fake actor trend transition to the UK and US markets? The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Sponsored by Lloyds. Looking for extra value from your spending? You can bank on Lloyds to help your money go further. Search Lloyds Rewards in your app. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Adam Thornton and Louis Mealing Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Emma Jackson Exec Producer: Ami Bennett Filmed at www.westdigitalstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices