The Rest Is Entertainment is a podcast presented by Marina Hyde, a respected Guardian Columnist, and Richard Osman, a prolific author of the Thursday Murder Club series and more, as well as a Pointless Guru and an experienced television producer. Their impressive credentials may sound boring on paper, but in practice, they bring a wealth of knowledge and insight to the podcast, making it a superb listen.

So What Do They Talk About?

They talk about all aspects of media and entertainment, often from a personal perspective. Film, television, internet, and general media are all covered, with Marina Hyde and Richard Osman sharing their opinions and

expertise about how things work.

Why Is It Good?

What makes this podcast stand out is the personal touch. Marina Hyde once shared with listeners that she walked up the aisle of her wedding to the theme of the A-Team, a delightful anecdote that adds a unique and engaging element to the podcast. This personal touch makes the hosts more relatable and the podcast more enjoyable. She even joked about not including the bit at the beginning of the A-Team theme with the speech about them being wrongly convicted soldiers in Vietnam, encouraging listeners to look it up if they’re not familiar.

The Substance

However, they do need a structure which they have. They discuss their favourite and current films and past, books, journals, and films, how things work and how politics shape stuff behind the scenes. They are also not averse to a bit of gossip.

While The Rest Is Entertainment may not cater to everyone’s interests, it offers a unique and engaging perspective on media and entertainment. Marina Hyde and Richard Osman’s blend of expertise and personal anecdotes makes for a compelling listen that many will find engaging.