Kate Phillips is one of the most important people in British entertainment. As Chief Content Officer at the BBC, she’s been at the heart of the institution’s creative output for over a decade and she’s responsible for many of the BBC’s most beloved shows, including Strictly Come Dancing, The Traitors and Gladiators.
Richard Osman and Marina Hyde interview Kate about Tim Davie, the Celebrity Traitors, and the future of Strictly.
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The birth of MTV in 1981 heralded a new dawn for the music industry. But how did a ragtag team of VJs and television execs upend a billion dollar machine?

Across three episodes, Richard Osman and Marina Hyde chart the highs and lows of the MTV story.

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Which leading Labour politician almost ended up in this Jungle this year? Will ITV sell its broadcasting arm to Sky for over £1 billion? And why has Sky Sport's TikTok channel Halo taken a ‘hot girl walk’ to infamy?

Richard Osman and Marina Hyde discuss the casting for I'm A Celebrity 2026, who are the booking wins and which major MP was almost secured?

ITV is in talks to sell their television business to Sky - but what would the deal actually look like, and what does this mean for the future of British telly?

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Could a rival broadcast ever poach The Traitors from the BBC like Bake Off?
How has the beloved bear from Peru, Paddington been brought to life on the London stage?

Book serialisations. After former England goalkeeper Mary Earps was forced to defend parts of her book before it had even been released, how do book serialisations work? Who decides what snippets are available before general release?

Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions, covering the nation's favourite telly and more.

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Tim Davie has resigned as BBC Director General. Who could replace him, and what does this mean for the future of UK broadcasting, public trust, and the licence-fee debate?

Is Kim Kardashian’s new drama All’s Fair really as bad as critics claim? What is with all the gloves?

Tim Davie is stepping down from his role at the top of the BBC after 5 years. What are the power struggles, political pressures, and internal drama shaking the corporation that has led to him announcing his departure, and that of CEO of News Deborah Turness? Is the BBC entering a new era of media turmoil? Will President Trump sue?

Plus, slated as “possibly the worst TV drama ever” with scathing reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, Richard and Marina break down the legal-firm storyline, the over-the-top performances, and whether the show is worth watching for the drama around it's release.

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**SPOILERS OF THE FINAL EPISODE OF THE CELEBRITY TRAITORS**

Richard Osman and Marina Hyde react to the gobsmacking Celebrity Traitors final live. 

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Why did Disney's Dr Who deal with the BBC fall through? What is a worldwide bestseller? Can you get rich off picture books?

Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of television, publishing and the music industry.

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Can David Harbour survive the searing infidelity allegations in Lily Allen's new brilliant pop album? And who will replace Claudia and Tess on Strictly Come Dancing?

Richard Osman and Marina Hyde delve into Lily Allen's blistering narrative album about her ex David Harbour's cheating. Can the Stranger Things actor sue? Why did his New York apartment become known as a Pussy Palace?

It's the biggest argument sweeping British telly, who is going to replace Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly on Strictly Come Dancing. Richard uses his decades of TV experience to find the ultimate replacement for the iconic duo.

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***INCLUDES SPOILERS OF WEEK FOUR OF THE CELEBRITY TRAITORS***

Is Joe Marler the ULTIMATE Traitor hunter? Can the producers create a gripping final? What’s the maths behind winning the game?

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Can Prince Andrew sue the estate of Virginia Giuffre for her posthumously published memoir? Will The Inbetweeners revival still be funny? What are Marina's favourite adverts?

Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of showbiz, celebrity and more.

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