Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly.

Nat and Jo give their verdict on Amandaland, the spinoff to one of their fave shows Motherland. They’ve also been watching Miss Austen which stars Keeley Hawes as Jane Austen’s sister Cassandra. Plus, Jo checks in on how Nat’s feeling about the upcoming EastEnders Live episode for the 40th anniversary - check it out on Thursday 20th Feb at 7:30pm on BBC One and iPlayer.

What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases and comforting classics – TV is timeless and no telly is out of bounds.

Timecodes for shows discussed today are:

13:34 - Miss Austen (BBC iPlayer)

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Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page

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Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly.

This week Nat and Jo welcome the brilliant Patsy Palmer (aka Bianca Jackson) to chat about some of the most iconic moments from the last 40 years of EastEnders as well as hearing how preparations are going for the upcoming live episode.

What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases and comforting classics – TV is timeless and no telly is out of bounds.

As well as having a natter about what’s on TV, they share backstage goss from the world of telly, whilst also cracking up about the more humbling moments in their lives.

Self-confessed TV addicts and stars of two of the biggest shows on our screens, EastEnders and Gavin and Stacey, Natalie and Joanna are the perfect companions to see what’s occurring on and off the telly.

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Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page

Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly.

Nat and Jo discuss Nat's big news - after 32 years on Albert Square, she's made the difficult decision to leave EastEnders. She talks about how it's sad but it's the right time to go, what we've got to look forward to as part of the 40th anniversary celebrations, how she feels about the live episode and what she can't wait to do as soon as she's finished. Plus they discuss two new shows: Black Doves on Netflix and Brian and Maggie on Channel 4.

What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases and comforting classics – TV is timeless and no telly is out of bounds.

Timecodes for shows discussed today are:

21:11 - Black Doves (Netflix)

Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page

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For this bonus episode, Nat and Jo are chatting about one of their favourite telly genres - cooking shows. They hear from listeners about their fave chefs and cooking telly, including Nigella Lawson, Jamie Oliver and Angela Hartnett. Plus they give backstage goss about some of the shows they've been on themselves. What was it like for Jo on Cooking With The Stars and Ready Steady Cook? How was Nat's experience on Sunday Brunch and has she ever been asked to do MasterChef?

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases and comforting classics – TV is timeless and no telly is out of bounds.

Get in touch by sending us a message or voice note via WhatsApp to 03306 784704.

Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page

Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly.

Nat and Jo have a much needed catch up about The Traitors final, what did they think of the seer? Plus they chat about: Severance on Apple TV+, a series directed by Ben Stiller that's got lots of buzz at the moment; a new drama with James Norton called Playing Nice on ITVX; and Gladiaaaaaators is back on BBC One and iPlayer, what do Nat and Jo think of the two new gladiators?

What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases and comforting classics – TV is timeless and no telly is out of bounds.

Timecodes for shows discussed today are:

1:47 - The Traitors (BBC)

Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page

Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly.

Nat and Jo are beyond excited for The Traitors finale this week so had to dedicate a whole episode to all things Traitors. They’re joined by a truly villainous traitor from Series 2, Paul Gorton, who talks tactics for the final, who he would have chosen to recruit this series and how he got into the zone (army style) for when he was in the castle. Plus they give 100% faithful Tyler from this series a call to find out what it’s like being a faithful and how on earth Linda stayed in for so long.

What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases and comforting classics – TV is timeless and no telly is out of bounds.

Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page

Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

For this bonus episode, Nat and Jo are returning to a theme that's an oldie but a goodie - iconic reality tv moments. We're talking unforgettable moments from The Traitors, Celebrity Big Brother (remember when Nat was turned blue and had to walk through treacle?!), Celebrity Come Dine With Me and does anyone remember Castaway 2000?

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases and comforting classics – TV is timeless and no telly is out of bounds.

Get in touch by sending us a message or voice note via WhatsApp to 03306 784704.

Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page

Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly.

This week, Nat and Jo are back into the weekly routine after Christmas (even though Jo's still drinking snowballs and eating Christmas chocolate). They're obsessed with The Traitors and catch up about their favourite moments so far of Series 3. Plus, they discuss Harlan Coben's latest series on Netflix called Missing You. Jo also quizzes Nat on those Masked Singer rumours and we find out what it was like for Jo to film with a hedgehog in her new wildlife series.

What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases and comforting classics – TV is timeless and no telly is out of bounds.

10:48 - The Traitors (BBC iPlayer)

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Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page

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In this special episode Nat and Jo are catching up about the Christmas special everyone has been talking about - Gavin & Stacey: The Finale. Nat finally gets to quiz Jo about it now we all know what happened, and Jo's brought in her mate Melanie Walters who plays Gwen to give us the goss on Gwen's new boyfriend Dave Coaches.

What was it like on the last day ever on set? How was it filming with paparazzi everywhere? And which character did Jo have to be reminded was an important part of the family?

You can also listen to and watch our first Gavin & Stacey special celebrating the story so far on the BBC Sounds YouTube channel.

You can watch all of Gavin & Stacey, including The Finale, on BBC iPlayer, and you can check out the behind the scenes documentary Gavin & Stacey: A Fond Farewell on BBC iPlayer.

Off the Telly - What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases and comforting classics – TV is timeless and no telly is out of bounds.

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Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page

Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

Happy New Year from Nat and Jo! Let them know what you think of the Gavin and Stacey finale, get in touch by sending a message or voice note via WhatsApp to 03306 784704. And make sure to check out Gavin and Stacey: A Fond Farewell tonight at 7pm on BBC One and iPlayer.

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases and comforting classics – TV is timeless and no telly is out of bounds.

Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page

Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.