Podcast appearances and mentions of Richard Osman

Liz and Sarah delve into one of the key aspects of prepping for a TV pitch— the questions and answers that follow your presentation. Pro tip? Be ready to drill down on tone. In Take A Hike, inspired by Taylor Swift’s new album, they talk about why it can be helpful to define your eras. What do you want your next era to be? Next, in The Craft (& Fain), Liz and Sarah share their favorite takeaways from their slow read of Anne Lamott’s Bird by Bird. This week they have two Hollywood Hacks — try using a steering wheel desk and always wear the same outfit to travel. Finally, Sarah recommends Richard Osman’s new Thursday Murder Club book, The Impossible Fortune. Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCraft Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,’ a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. Check out the other Onward Project podcasts—Happier with Gretchen Rubin, and Side Hustle School . If you liked this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! LINKS: The Life of a Showgirl by Taylor Swift: https://amzn.to/4o4E2dC Photo by Erik Mclean on Unsplash Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott: https://amzn.to/46L14k8 EcoNour steering wheel desk: https://amzn.to/3KCGUjD The Impossible Fortune by Richard Osman: https://amzn.to/4pYQduaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

***FREE BONUS EPISODE REACTING TO EPISODE ONE OF CELEBRITY TRAITORS*** Is this the best series yet? Have producers selected the right Traitors? Who is going to get killed first? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde review the first episode of The Celebrity Traitors. Is this the best series yet? Have producers selected the right Traitors? Who is going to get killed first? Like this episode? Sign up to our club to gain access to 50 bonus episodes, ad-free listening and much, much more... 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 ⁠ The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Requires relevant Sky TV and third party subscription(s). Broadband recommended min speed: 30 mbps. 18+. UK, CI, IoM only. To find out more and for full terms and conditions please visit Sky.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is sound on nature documentaries fake? How do golf camera operators follow those tiny balls? How can you become a fan-fiction millionaire? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of sport, literature and much more. 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 The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Requires relevant Sky TV and third party subscription(s). Broadband recommended min speed: 30 mbps. 18+. UK, CI, IoM only. To find out more and for full terms and conditions please visit Sky.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Max Archer Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why is Taylor Swift gunning for fellow popstar Charli xcx? Is the era of big Broadway musicals over? Will Mel Gibson's sequel to Passion Of The Christ resurrect his reputation? Taylor Swift has released another blockbuster album, teaming up with Swedish hitmaker Max Martin again. But can the world's biggest popstar stay on-top forever? New York theatres are in big trouble, Richard Osman and Marina Hyde assess Broadway's failure to make musicals pay. More than 20 years later, Mel Gibson is directing a sequel to his 2004 biblical epic 'The Passion Of The Christ'. Marina charts Hollywood's continued obsession with Christ in cinemas. Recommendations: Marina: One Battle After Another Richard: Grand Designs (Channel 4) 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 The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Requires relevant Sky TV and third party subscription(s). Broadband recommended min speed: 30 mbps. 18+. UK, CI, IoM only. To find out more and for full terms and conditions please visit Sky.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Charlie Rodwell Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

**THIS EPISODE CONTAINS FULL SPOILERS**The Thursday Murder Club…do they SOLVE murders or commit them? Or BOTH??? Welcome to another episode of Film Is Lit, in which we discuss the new(ish) Netflix movie, starting some of the silver screen's most talented septuagenarians. Follow us into Richard Osman's twisted tale of murder, revenge, human trafficking, and…tea time??#ThursdayMurderClub #RichardOsman #ChrisColumbus #PierceBrosnan #HelenMirren #BenKingsley #CeliaImrie #BookVsMovie #CozyMystery #BookPodcast #FilmDiscussion #BookAdaptations #CrimeFiction #FilmisLitPod #DannyGaylord #JamesBond #England

Richard Osman is known for his wit, his bestselling novels, and his sharp eye for detail. But behind it all is a simple guiding habit: tip generously.For Richard, it's never just about money. Growing up tall and often feeling different gave him a deep sense of empathy, and over time he realised that generosity, whether through money, time, kindness, or attention, isn't an extra, it's essential. It's how we connect, build trust, and shape the kind of people we want to be.In this episode, we explore what Richard's philosophy of generosity can teach us about leadership, empathy, and happiness. Together, we explore:Why empathy often comes from our differencesHow generosity builds trust and connectionThe science of giving and why it makes us happierWhy small, everyday acts can shape who we becomeHow leaders and teams can practise “tipping generously”Because high performance isn't only about discipline and drive, it's also about compassion, empathy, and the quiet strength of lifting others as we go.Here is more information on the studies referenced: Spending money on others promotes happiness (Dunn, Aknin & Norton, 2008)What we get when we give (Harvard Medicine, 2023)Self-Determination Theory and the facilitation of intrinsic motivation, social development, and well-being (Deci & Ryan, 2000)Influencing value priorities and increasing well-being: The effects of reflecting on intrinsic values (Lekes, Hope, Gouveia, Koestner & Philippe, 2012)Listen to the full episode with Richard Osman: https://pod.fo/e/26ea40 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did Simon Cowell do more for democracy in Afghanistan than the Biden administration? Do Strictly professionals know who they'll be paired up with? Who is Thomas Pynchon? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions from the world of television, literature and film. 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 The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Requires relevant Sky TV and third party subscription(s). Broadband recommended min speed: 30 mbps. 18+. UK, CI, IoM only. To find out more and for full terms and conditions please visit Sky.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Max Archer Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Welcome to Pod Clubhouse's newest Podcast, Book Club Meets Movie Night! Join the club and see the show! Each month, Caroline and Mike discuss a different book (usually a murder mystery) along with its TV show or movie adaptation. We hope you join us for our podcast book club! Photo: Penguin Random House/Netflix For September, we are discussing Richard Osman's 2020 debut novel, The Thursday Murder Club and its 2025 Netflix movie of the same name! This second (and final) episode of The Thursday Murder Club miniseries will cover the 2025 Netflix movie.  Our October Book will be Sarah Pinborough's 2017 novel, Behind Her Eyes (HarperCollins) and its 2021 6-episode Netflix limited series adaptation! Listen, rate, review, and subscribe to Book Club Meets Movie Night: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Podcasts, or wherever you listen! Please leave a 5-Star Rating! Also, write in and leave us comments on PodClubhouse.com, we'd love to hear from you! ### Credits: Music: “The Closed Book” by Mike Nowa, licensed by Pod Clubhouse. Production: Book Club Meets Movie Night: The Podcast is a Pod Clubhouse original production, recorded and produced at Pod Clubhouse studios. This episode was edited by Caroline Daley and assembled by Michael Caputo.

Is it illegal to take a photo of an empty chair in Malta? Welcome back to the Chris Moyles Show on Radio X Podcast.As it's the 10 year anniversary of Radio X, we had one final £10,000 to give away. Plus, we announced Radio X is Ten Live! Circa Waves, Hard-Fi, and Jake Bugg are all going to be there in Manchester this November, as well as headliners Blossoms who joined the team to chat about their journey with Radio X.We spoke to Sir Stephen Fry about his play ‘The Importance of Being Earnest' which is now showing in London's West End. Etiquette expert William Hanson waltzed in for a huge podcast announcement and more importantly, try something he's never got his mouth around before. Jason Byrne was on the show this week to talk about his love of Bono, and his UK tour of new show ‘Head In The Clouds'. And the guy who once sat behind a laptop, Richard Osman, popped by to discuss his books being made into films by Steven Spielberg, spelling Piers Brosnan's name incorrectly, and his new book ‘The Impossible Fortune' that made Chris cry. That's all for this week but keep an ear out for these crackers:A certain jam eater's birthday Dom's nudey cruiseOne of our most excited winners of tickets ever! Enjoy!The Chris Moyles Show on Radio XWeekdays 6:30am - 10am

If you like your cup of tea with a side of murder, chances are, you're a fan of The Thursday Murder Club. 

 What trouble are the Thursday Murder Club in now? 

Live from the London Podcast Festival, Dan, James, Andy and Richard Osman discuss saving birds, saving money, celebrity spooning and unoriginal crooning.  Visit nosuchthingasafish.com for news about live shows, merchandise and more episodes.  Join Club Fish for ad-free episodes and exclusive bonus content at apple.co/nosuchthingasafish or nosuchthingasafish.com/patreon

Why don't contestants change clothing overnight on The Great British Bake Off? Was Snakes On A Plane a serious film? Did Boris Johnson get overpaid for his calamitous autobiography? Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer your questions on the world of entertainment. https://unherd.com/2020/01/cast-out-how-knitting-fell-into-a-purity-spiral/ 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 The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Requires relevant Sky TV and third party subscription(s). Broadband recommended min speed: 30 mbps. 18+. UK, CI, IoM only. To find out more and for full terms and conditions please visit Sky.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Assistant Producer: Aaliyah Akude Video Editor: Kieron Leslie, Charlie Rodwell, Adam Thornton, Harry Swan Producer: Joey McCarthy Senior Producer: Neil Fearn Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nové audioknihy Misery - Stephen King Tajemství všech tajemství - Dan Brown Teta - Valérie Perrinová Riešime vraždy - Richard Osman Oko ihly - Ken Follett Vražedný chlad - Louise Pennyová Byt – román ve dvou - Jan Němec, Jana Šrámková Slnečná sestra - Lucinda Riley Fantasma - Kaylie Smith Ve spárech magie - Mona Kasten Nechajte to tak - Mel Robbins Sociopatka - Patric Gagne A které audioknihy jsme poslouchali a prodiskutovali my Čakanie - Michael Connelly Jonathan Strange & pan Norrell - Susanna Clarke Štvrtkový klub detektívov - Richard Osman

On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Meredith are discussing: Bookish Moments: movie adaptations and wordy card games Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: answering a listener question about all things pre-orders The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). .  .  .  .  1:16 - Our Current Reads 1:35 - The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman 6:43 - You Can't Say Umm card game 7:34 - Quiddler game 9:06 - Our Current Reads 9:24 - The Killer Question by Janice Hallett (Meredith) 10:37 - The Appeal by Janice Hallett 10:38 - The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels by Janice Hallett 10:42 - The Examiner by Janice Hallett 16:45 - The Crescent Monon Tea Room by Stacy Sivinski (Kaytee) 20:34 - The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz (Meredith) 22:23 - The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown 26:00 - Between Two Kingdoms by Suleika Jaouad (Kaytee) 27:14 - When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi 29:39 - Inheritance by Nora Roberts (Meredith) 33:52 - The Search by Nora Roberts 36:43 - Tilt by Emma Pattee (Kaytee) 40:58 - Deep Dive: All Things Pre-Orders 41:47 - @hollyslitmagic on Instagram 43:55 - Fabled Bookshop 47:07 - The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow (pre-order, releases Oct 28, 2025) 47:12 - The Everlasting by Alix E. Harrow (UK edition, pre-order releases Oct 30, 2025) 48:32 - Bergman Brothers full box set is no longer available through Illumicrate 50:21 - Nevermoor by Jessica Townsend 51:22 - Meet Us At The Fountain 52:10 - Sorta Awesome 52:21 - @metaphysicalmeg on Instagram 52:26 - Meg's offerings for readings 53:59 - My wish is that you know yourself as a reader but also your whole self. (Meredith) 55:00 - I wish to encourage the nostalgia reading experience. (Kaytee) 55:09 - The Secret of Secrets by Dan Brown 55:59 - The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown 56:54 - Katabasis by R.F. Kuang 58:33 - Origin by Dan Brown 58:34 - The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown 58:36 - Angels and Demons by Dan Brown   Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. September's IPL is brought to us from Words Matter in Pitman, NJ. Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business.  All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

Hello, everyone! If you are a reader, this is the episode for you! I am with my book-loving friend Paula, who shared her book recommendations with us last year! She's thankfully agreed to indulge me with a podcast, and from my research, her list is pretty good! Please know that I provide nothing other than an occasional question of verification or a hearty laugh. It was the best decision, trust me. Paula is a pro, and she didn't really need to know that I'm currently reading the Throne of Glass series. For the third time. EPISODE NOTES: PAULA'S CHOICES Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman (cozy mystery) Thursday Murder Club (on Netflix) Theo of Golden by Allen Levi (fiction) Sociopath by Patric Gagne (memoir) Have More Fun by Mandy Arioto (non-fiction) The River We Remember by William Kent Krueger (literature) The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles (historical fiction) Where the Light Fell by Philip Yancey (Christian memoir) Colony by Anne Rivers Siddons (fiction) The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (fiction) Ordinary Time: Lessons Learned While Staying Put by Annie B. Jones (essays) SHOW NOTES: Subscribe to Podcast: iTunes or Android Follow Me: Instagram, and Twitter Audio Player

Ralph McAllister reviews The Impossible Fortune by Richard Osman.

Watch as a full video on YouTubeOn this week's episode we share some exciting awards news involving Tariq and Marco (both winners at the recent Bloody Scotland Crime Writing Festival!), Nadine reveals a new cover (check her instagram to see it!), plus we discuss the latest in the Anthropic settlement, wonder about whether cosy crime is a reductive term, and in the wake of the Evelyn Clark author reveal, wonder whether marketing gimmicks work for the general public. Plus, Nadine finds another strange story to inspire some fiction, and we pay tribute to Robert Redford with a discussion of our favourite movies featuring him.00:00 Intro00:26 Bloody Scotland Prize Winners!05:26 Is the Anthropic AI settlement in trouble?17:38 Richard Osman says "cosy crime" is a reductive term - is he right?28:01 Evelyn Clark reveal - are hidden author reveals marketing genius or gimmicks?38:22 Off Script - Nadine finds another stranger than fiction story for inspiration44:56 Off Script - Robert Redford - Our Favourite MoviesLinks:Judge stalls Anthropic settlementSign up for Anthropic settlementRichard Osman says cosy crime is reductiveEvelyn Clark revealNadine's Stranger Than Fiction storyAdventures in Publishing-land is brought to you by STET Podcasts - the one stop shop for all your writing podcast needs, featuring Page One - The Writer's Podcast, The Conversation with Nadine Matheson and more!Follow us on BlueskyFollow us on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watch as a full video on YouTubeOn this week's episode we share some exciting awards news involving Tariq and Marco (both winners at the recent Bloody Scotland Crime Writing Festival!), Nadine reveals a new cover (check her instagram to see it!), plus we discuss the latest in the Anthropic settlement, wonder about whether cosy crime is a reductive term, and in the wake of the Evelyn Clark author reveal, wonder whether marketing gimmicks work for the general public. Plus, Nadine finds another strange story to inspire some fiction, and we pay tribute to Robert Redford with a discussion of our favourite movies featuring him.00:00 Intro00:26 Bloody Scotland Prize Winners!05:26 Is the Anthropic AI settlement in trouble?17:38 Richard Osman says "cosy crime" is a reductive term - is he right?28:01 Evelyn Clark reveal - are hidden author reveals marketing genius or gimmicks?38:22 Off Script - Nadine finds another stranger than fiction story for inspiration44:56 Off Script - Robert Redford - Our Favourite MoviesLinks:Judge stalls Anthropic settlementSign up for Anthropic settlementRichard Osman says cosy crime is reductiveEvelyn Clark revealNadine's Stranger Than Fiction storyAdventures in Publishing-land is brought to you by STET Podcasts - the one stop shop for all your writing podcast needs, featuring Page One - The Writer's Podcast, The Conversation with Nadine Matheson and more!Follow us on BlueskyFollow us on InstagramWe'd love to hear your thoughts. Take a moment to complete The Conversation survey and share your views about the podcast. http://bit.ly/theconversationwithnadinematheson-survey"Enjoying 'The Conversation'? Support the podcast by buying me a cup of coffee ☕️https://ko-fi.com/nadinemathesonPurchase books by the featured authors through my affiliate shop on Bookshop.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Pod Clubhouse's newest Podcast, Book Club Meets Movie Night! Join the club and see the show! Each month, Caroline and Mike discuss a different book (usually a murder mystery) along with its TV show or movie adaptation. We hope you join us for our podcast book club! Photo: Penguin Random House/Netflix This month, we are discussing Richard Osman's 2020 debut novel, The Thursday Murder Club and its 2025 Netflix movie of the same name! This first episode will cover the book. The second episode will cover the movie adaptation.  Listen, rate, review, and subscribe to Book Club Meets Movie Night: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Podcasts, or wherever you listen! Please leave a 5-Star Rating! Also, write in and leave us comments on PodClubhouse.com, we'd love to hear from you! ### Credits: Music: “The Closed Book” by Mike Nowa, licensed by Pod Clubhouse. Production: Book Club Meets Movie Night: The Podcast is a Pod Clubhouse original production, recorded and produced at Pod Clubhouse studios. This episode was edited by Caroline Daley and assembled by Michael Caputo.

Award winning author and British tv personality Richard Osman joins John ahead of the release of his new book The Impossible Fortune - The fifth installment in the Thursday Murder Club series. Richard talks about his process writing, his experience in creating tv shows and a potential visit to Australia. Listen to John Stanley live on air from 8pm Monday to Thursday on 2GB/4BCSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight's Triple Feature brings together three wildly different but thematically connected films: Happy Gilmore 2, Heads of State, and The Thursday Murder Club. Netflix leads with Happy Gilmore 2, directed by Craig Gillespie (I, Tonya) and marking Adam Sandler's return to his most iconic role in a sequel that blends nostalgia with heart. Amazon Prime counters with Heads of State, an action-comedy from Ilya Naishuller (Nobody) starring John Cena and Idris Elba as unlikely political partners, mixing campaign satire with explosive buddy-movie energy. Rounding things out is Netflix's adaptation of Richard Osman's bestseller The Thursday Murder Club, helmed by Chris Columbus and headlined by Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, and Ben Kingsley in what looks to be the start of a cozy-crime franchise. Critics call Happy Gilmore 2 a fun if uneven revival, Heads of State a brash but entertaining streaming-era crowd-pleaser, and The Thursday Murder Club charming and faithful, if leisurely paced. Together, these films explore the comedy and drama of second chances and reinvention—whether it's Sandler's aging golfer taking another swing, Cena and Elba finding common ground in chaos, or a group of retirees proving that friendship and wit never go out of style.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsohttps://www.teepublic.com/user/radulich-in-broadcasting-networkFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76RIBN Album Playlist: https://suno.com/playlist/91d704c9-d1ea-45a0-9ffe-5069497bad59 

In this episode, we're chatting about:Behind the scenes of setting up a new bookshopSeeing The Thursday Murder Club in the cinemaOur thoughts on the movie as an adaptation (yes, there are some spoilers here)But for your convenience, here's everything we mentioned in this episode:The Rest is Entertainment podcast (specifically, the episode 'Noel Clarke Loses to The Guardian' from August 26)Richard Osman on the film's castingEnjoyed this episode? Share it with a bookish friend to help spread the word. We've got a Substack publication now! On the last day of the month, we share recommendations for two things we reckon you should read/watch/listen to. The beauty of Substack is you can revisit all our old editions and comment on our episode updates to share your thoughts. Come say hi! Connect with us on Instagram: @betterwordspod

Lily Allen and Miquita Oliver discuss the tube strikes, state schools vs private schools, and Richard Osman's success This episode contains very strong language and adult themes. Credits: Producer: Natalie Jamieson Technical Producer: Will Gibson Smith Assistant Producer: Caillin McDaid Production Coordinator: Rose Wilcox Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Assistant Commissioner for BBC: Lorraine Okuefuna Commissioning Editor for BBC: Dylan Haskins Miss Me? is a Persephonica production for BBC Sounds

On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: being told what to read by our past selves + insomnia reading on my kindle Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: how to read deeply The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). .  .  .  .  1:30 - Our Bookish Moments Of The Week 2:01 - The September House by Carissa Orlando 5:26 - Our Current Reads 5:33 - The Autumn Springs Retirement Home Massacre by Philip Fracassi (Meredith) [releases September 30] 8:16 - The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman  10:49 - Here We Go Again by Alison Cochrun (Kaytee) 14:23 - The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett 14:28 - Run for the Hills by Kevin Wilson 14:50 - We Spread by Iain Reid (Meredith)  16:39 - I'm Thinking of Ending Things by Iain Reid 16:42 - Foe by Iain Reid 20:41 - The Stardust Grail by Yume Kitasei (Kaytee)  23:07 - Station Eternity by Mur Lafferty 23:18 - The Adventures of Amina al-Sarafi by Shannon Chakraborty 24:21 - Stone Yard Devotional by Charlotte Wood (Meredith) 28:47 - Stuart Little by E. B. White  29:58 - Gilead by Marilynne Robinson 31:32 - This Is Happiness by Niall Williams (Kaytee) 36:24 - Time of the Child by Niall Williams 36:54 - Take What You Can Carry by Gian Sardar 37:11 - How and When to Read Deeply 37:45 - Currently Reading: A Journey to Three Pines series 40:33 - A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer 43:31 - Babel by R. F. Kuang 50:33 - The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow  55:31 - Still Life by Louise Penny 58:06 - Meet Us At The Fountain 58:12 - I wish my iPhone would make automated actions easier for handling my screenshots. (Meredith) 1:02:28 - I wish that we would all come up with our list of Slam Dunks. (Kaytee) 1:05:42 - Life in Five Senses by Gretchen Rubin 1:06:47 - Chrissie on Instagram and at Sarah's Bookshelves Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. September's IPL comes to us from: Words Matter in Pitman, NJ. Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business.  All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!  

This week our hosts, Josh and Jade, dig into Netflix's new adaptation of Richard Osman's bestselling novel The Thursday Murder Club. Directed by Chris Columbus (Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, Home Alone), the film stars Helen Mirren, Ben Kingsley, Celia Imrie, Pierce Brosnan, and David Tennant in a murder mystery set in a quiet retirement community that's anything but sleepy.The hosts debate whether the ensemble's chemistry makes the story sparkle, if the plot holds up to the hype, and—most importantly—why Pierce Brosnan was even cast in this movie. Is this Netflix's answer to Knives Out, or just more streaming slop? Tune in to hear your favorite hosts talk trash.

Directed by Chris Columbus, The Thursday Murder Club is the crime comedy film based on the 2020 novel by Richard Osman. Out now on Netflix. The Thursday Murder Club follows four irrepressible retirees -- Elizabeth (Helen Mirren), Ron (Pierce Brosnan), Ibrahim (Ben Kingsley) and Joyce (Celia Imrie) -- who spend their time solving cold case murders for fun. When an unexplained death occurs on their own doorstep, their casual sleuthing takes a thrilling turn as they find themselves with a real whodunit on their hands. We break down all things from convoluted plots, star-studded talent, to twists, turns, and everything in between.

Geoff and Marie's Good Life: Part 8Feel The ForceGeoff faces some peculiar challenges.Based on posts by Only In My Mind, in 15 parts. Listen to the Podcast at Explicit Novels.Angie arrived in time for tea on Tuesday evening and, being a math genius, helped Colin with his math homework. Well why waste an opportunity like that? Marie politely declined our invitation to join us at the pub later that evening for two reasons; first, it was likely to be a very nerdy conversation and she'd just feel marginalized; second, it was likely to involve a discussion of submissive lifestyles, something she really doesn't really engage with: She prefers Angie as a playmate rather than a plaything.So anyway, she thought it would be better for all concerned if it were only Emily, Adrian, Angie and me involved. Truth be told, she had the latest Richard Osman book to start, and she fancied a quiet night in.We watched the first episode of The Mandalorian before we left for the pub and I'm sure that my wife enjoyed it even more than her muted, "I suppose it was okay." suggested.We arrived just before the kids and I got the beer in; All four of us were drinking pints of locally made IPA. We settled down and just caught up before we got down to business. Adrian had made some discrete enquiries and the University's Department of Fashion Design would be interested in creating costumes for our guests if we would be prepared to underwrite the cost of the materials. Angie agreed without even asking how much.I glanced at her and she just frowned and shook her head. "Not now Geoff."When we described Marie's fascination with a Bo-Katan outfit, Emily got quite excited. It turned out that she was on an engineering course and looking for a CAD (computer aided design) project for her coursework. She would love to create Mandalorian armor components in either aluminum or polymer but they would need painting.Angie and I looked at each other and spoke together. "Lucy!" Yes. One of our little sex circle is a talented professional artist.Then Adrian raised the issue of Intellectual Property Rights. He was concerned that Lucas Films or Disney or someone would sue the University for I P R infringement. Again, in chorus, "Megan!" Yes. Tomorrow night, Marie and I would be entertaining a well-respected solicitor. It wouldn't be something I'd be discussing during her visit, but I was rather hoping that we would have her feeling particularly well disposed towards us before she went home to Charles.We also chatted about our costume or character debate but the kids couldn't help us to decide either. Talking about costumes eventually led us, reasonably neatly, to Angie's collar and what it represented. Angie tried to explain. To be fair, it was much as Marie had described to Emily on Sunday."Sometimes," she said. "There's just so much in my life, in my head, that I just need to turn it right down. When I submit to Geoff, I give myself entirely to him. My problems just don't matter anymore; I am entirely his to control. Wearing his collar just symbolizes that. But," she paused and looked intently at the young couple. "It only works because I trust Geoff implicitly. If he ordered me to humiliate myself, here now, then I probably would, and that thought alone strangely excites me. But," she paused again. "At the same time, I feel safe in his power because I know that he would ever do anything that would hurt my body, my mind or my reputation."That's when Emily spoke up. "I think that's how I feel sometimes. As a woman, a shy woman at that, on an engineering course, sometimes it feels so; so; intense. Having somebody to take that weight off me, even just for a while, sounds so appealing." I was proud of the girl.Angie smiled. "Yes, sweetheart. It's like meditation. Losing yourself in the moment." Then the smile morphed into her muckiest grin. "But the orgasms are so much better our way."Adrian sat quietly, just listening. "Do you understand, Geoff?" He asked. "I want to, but I feel a bit lost."It was a hard question to answer but I admired the lad for asking it, so I did my best. "Emotionally, No. I don't understand. The same way that I can't 'understand' being gay. It's personal and probably even individuals with the same inclinations experience them in their own way. But I do try to understand what Angie needs from me. So, while I will only do things that I'm okay with, they're mainly for her benefit, not mine. Does that make sense?""I suppose so," he admitted, as the girls looked on hopefully."Angela." I looked at her. "Did you bring your collar?"She beamed at me. "Yes sir. May I put it on?""You may." I allowed.She reached into her bag and took her gold collar from its box and turned so that Emily could fasten it for her. Adrian sat quietly watching and Emily's hands were trembling as she helped. Her chest was rising and falling in a most intriguing way too."Angela. You and Emily are to go to the ladies' room now. When you return, neither of you will be wearing underwear. Do you both understand?" They both nodded. "Then go." I instructed them. We watched as two pair, both in skirts and sweaters, bolted towards the ladies' loos.I turned back to Adrian. "The issue I have is finding new things that she wants me to tell her that she has to do. I have to retain Angie's respect and affection because, well because I love her. But, at the same time I have to push her boundaries or else I'll disappoint her. The thing is, I'm not a natural Dom. I do it only for Angie's benefit. I really have no pool of experience to draw on.""So where do you get your ideas from, Geoff?" he asked."There are a few websites that publish stories that include submissive fantasies." I explained. "I read through them to find ideas that might excite Angie without going too far." I thought for a moment. "I suspect that Emily may well be far more engaged than even Angie is. Would you be prepared to be her master?" I looked him in the eye. "I know she likes you. I think that she trusts you too. Are you interested enough to take on that responsibility though? are you worthy?"He mused. "You seem to be acting as a surrogate Dad." He was obviously thinking it through. "I don't suppose though that this is a normal father boyfriend chat though, is it? He alternated between voices;'What are your intentions towards my daughter?''Well, I'm going to tell her to do sexually perverted things and spank her if she displeases me.''Well, that's great son. Welcome to the family'."I conceded the point. "So?""Actually, I've wanted to ask her out for a while, but I enjoy her company so much that I was afraid to spoil the friendship we already have. If I do ask her out, then she'll have to guide me how to be a good Dom.""Here's my first bit of advice," I offered. "Agree in advance what are your boundaries, lines that won't be crossed. Will you give her to other men as a sex toy? I couldn't do that to Angie. I'd hope you wouldn't do it to Emily. She might, or might not, be excited at the thought that you could, though. How do you deal with that?"He shook his head. "Fuck! aren't women complicated?" He stopped suddenly as a thought occurred to him. "You realize that when they come back, if Emily's complied, that means that she has submitted to you?""Okay," I stretched the word out, wondering where he was going."Then yes. I'll be her Dom. But I think that if she has submitted to you tonight, it makes sense that you should give her to me. Pass over the mantle, as it were.""You sneaky little fucker!" I complimented him. "You may just be a natural at this. Heads up! They're coming back."The two women returned and went to sit down. I checked to see if there was anyone taking notice but the pub was still fairly quiet apart from a group of lads playing pool in the far corner; and they were making enough noise to keep our conversation private."Stop!" I spoke quietly but firmly. "Who told you to sit down?""No-one, Sir," Angie replied, looking chastened."Then stand in front of your master until you are given permission." I ordered."Yes sir," said Angie."Sorry sir," said Emily, breathing heavily again."Are you still wearing underwear?" I asked them both."No sir," they replied at the same time."Who do you belong to?" I directed this to Angie.You and only you sir." she responded."That's better. You may sit now," I told her. She thanked me and took her seat."Who do you belong to?" This time aimed at Emily."You and only you sir. If you'll have me," she replied, looking hopefully at me."I have no time to train another sub," I told her. She looked devastated. "I think instead I shall give you to Adrian to play with. Do you want her Adrian? Can you think of games to play with your new toy?"Emily was almost quivering with excitement as she waited for his answer. He looked her up and down. "She's a pretty thing," he admitted. He took his time before he answered, dragging out her suspense. "Yes, Geoff. Give her to me and I'll look after her.""Emily. You belong to Adrian now. Please him as you would have pleased me. Do you understand?""Yes sir," she gasped. I suspected that she'd been on the verge of a minor orgasm, just standing there listening to us discussing her ownership.Then Adrian took over. "Emily. Who do you belong to?""You sir, and only you." she answered, breathlessly."Then sit quietly while I decide how to play with you." She thanked him and sat next to Angie."Adrian?" That was me. "Do you think that our toys would like to play with themselves?" Both girls gasped."Does it really matter, Geoff?" He replied. The girls sat rigid with anticipation. "Emily, put your hand between your thighs," he instructed her. "Touch your cunt."The atmosphere at the table was electric. Ever so slowly Emily's tiny hand crept under the hem of her skirt. Angie, watching, licked her lips. Suddenly Emily stiffened in her seat. We had a fair idea of where her hand had reached."Angela. Touch yourself the same way. You may come, but make no noise." I told her, firmly. She too put her hand under her skirt. Adrian added the same instructions to Emily and then we sat and watched, looking around periodically to make sure that our little play was going unobserved, until Emily and then Angie shuddered quietly and sank back in their seats. The smell of their sex was noticeable by then, so I suggested that we send them to the loos again, this time to mop up their lady juice and put their pants back on.While they were gone, Adrian and I discussed some practicalities that two novices like us needed to deal with. One example was putting the girls into Sub mode and then recovering them. In my case, telling Angela to remove her collar worked, but the collar wasn't a pre-requisite; I could dominate her with my tone of voice alone. We also needed a voice command to release them. Adrian had an inspired idea. "We'll just tell them that when we say, 'you are released' they will have independent will again." I told you he was smart.When they got back we gave the girls their new command and they reluctantly resumed their normal demeanor, though Emily's eyes had a sparkle I'd not seen before. Angie leaned over the table so only the four of us could hear. "Geoff," she whispered. "That was so fucking HOT. I'm going to ask Marie if I can give you a proper seeing-to tonight." Emily giggled, not repelled, as I thought she might be, at the thought of wrinklies like us 'doing it.'"Well," I said. "Not to put a damper, as it were, on things. But do you have any wet-wipes in your bag? Your seats could do with a little attention."We chatted some more before Angie and I decided to leave the youngsters to come to their own understanding. The two women had seemed to be happy sharing their secret desire with someone else who understood. Adrian and I'd had our own chat about the moral challenges involved in dictating someone else's sexual activity. Although I had no business really, I did feel somewhat paternalistic towards Emily but I thought that she had chosen wisely with Adrian. I hoped that I was right but, short of keeping her to myself, it wasn't my decision to make.We got home a little before ten, to find that Marie had three coffee cups prepared ready for our return. As we drank, Angie excitedly updated Marie on the plans for our ceremony and even more excitedly described what Adrian and I had made her and Emily do in the pub. "Can we take him to bed and fuck him now, Marie?" She pleaded. "I'm so horny that my knickers are damp."Marie picked up her book and found where her bookmark was. "You two go now and I'll finish this chapter, tidy the kitchen and then join you." She smiled at us both and then added. "And, Geoff. Take one of your tablets 'cos that story got my knickers damp too."Sometimes we like to take turns to make love, but that evening the girls were on a mission. Even before Marie made it to the bedroom, Angie had swallowed so much of my cock that her nose was touching my belly. She'd pulled away before I was too close to finishing and hauled me on top of her. When I tried to return the compliment, she seemed almost annoyed."No fucking way," she told me, in no uncertain terms. "You stick that cock in me this minute and pound me until you come. I'm so fucking turned on I just want you inside me." Well, how could I have argued with a charming invitation like that?Marie arrived just in time to hear Angie yelling, "Yes, yes, fucking yes!" as I approach my climax. To be honest, I'm not sure whether she came or not. That didn't seem to be her objective just then. To use the vernacular, I think she just needed a good dicking.After a couple of minutes cuddling, we calmed down enough to welcome Marie into our embrace and the next ninety minutes or so were only a little less, shall we say, physical. There was kissing this time though. The girls lay face to face as I took Marie from behind until we came and then Angie laid between my wife's thighs as I took her from behind and then Marie rode my cock as Angie straddled my face and they groped each other. By the time we'd cleaned up and settled down, just before midnight, I was content that Angie, and Marie, had both at least come a couple of times.Angie left after breakfast on Wednesday morning. There was some pleasant snuggling and kissing before we all got up but the girls had decided that we should remain fairly chaste because Marie and I were entertaining Megan and Sam that evening and little Geoffrey might need time to recuperate from his efforts the night before. I reluctantly agreed but 'he' wasn't happy at all. But I knew we'd make it up to him that evening.Marie and I did some housework that morning, to prepare for our guests. We changed the bedding and made sure that all the toys were clean and sanitized. (We always do, both before we put them away and before we have guests again.) Marie had an early lunch before she went into town to the charity shop where she had offered to cover a lunchtime shift.I had a lunch date with Jane, the widow of an old friend. She's a pleasantly rounded lady, a little taller than my wife with black hair, brown eyes and an engaging personality. We had agreed to meet the previous week but she'd had to cancel. I hoped everything was okay. We met in a local café as I felt as though I'd spent a lot of time in the pub of late. I was already in the queue when she came in so I ordered two lattes and a couple of slices of carrot cake while she claimed an empty table for two.We chatted amicably for nearly an hour. Apparently, she'd had to postpone our last meeting because Ben, her 19 year old son, had been unwell and she would have felt guilty leaving him. I liked Ben so I was relieved to hear that he was recovered and back at work. We talked about his job, which he hated, and his other options, which were limited. It was odd; he was deceptively bright but his quiet nature and succinct way of speaking led some people to think he was, well, a bit dim. Let's be honest here: His interview technique sucked. I promised to give some thought to careers where, should we say, he might shine more brightly in a solo capacity. We moved on.Jane told me that she'd enjoyed meeting Marie the previous week and lamented that they couldn't see more of each other. I just kept quiet at that point. She then showed some self-awareness that surprised me. "I think Marie was disappointed at some of the gossip I shared with her. Did I offend her?" She asked.I had to be honest. "Well, my work used to involve commercially sensitive information, Marie used to provide pastoral support to her students and some of her friends in the health or legal professions have similar experiences. We just aren't used to sharing information about folk that might embarrass them."She looked shocked. "Oh, dear. And now she can't share any girl talk with me because she'll be afraid it'll be all over town in an hour?" I shrugged, but she was right; that was exactly how my wife felt. "Do apologize for me, won't you?" She asked. "I was never that woman but, just lately, there's so little of interest in my life that I seem to live vicariously through other people's."I asked if she was seeing anyone. She smiled. "Would you be jealous?" She asked, playfully.I replied in kind. "Devastated, my dear. But my love for you would only hold you back."She shook her head. "If only, Geoff. If I could persuade Marie to share, I would be a very happy girl." Oh Jane! If only you knew.I persisted but she was adamant that she had no appetite for on-line dating and gorgeous single men rarely turned up at her door, so she was left to her own devices. I asked her how many devices she actually owned. She looked horrified for a moment and then we both lost it in a fit of the giggles. When we'd composed ourselves, and the other patrons had stopped staring at the pair of us, she admitted that she was tempted to buy a plastic pal but didn't know how or where to start.I looked at her. "If you are serious, would you go in an adult store if someone took you? I mean it, but this must go no further."She sat back, speechless. "Who?" She eventually managed to say."Let's see," I replied. I sent a text to Marie. "Jane lonely. Wants to buy sex toy but too shy. Can I take her to naughty shop? Do you want to come too to keep us out of mischief?"I changed the subject to ask about her plans for Christmas but she seemed distracted. It took three or four minutes for Marie's reply. "We've had a no-show. If I cover, you take Jane now. Be home for half past three. BEHAVE! xxx"

It's bonus time, as we bring you an extra episode of Soundtracking with Chris Columbus, director of the adaptation of Richard Osman's bestseller, The Thursday Murder Club. With a stellar cast including Hellen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Sir Ben Kingsley & Celia Imrie, it tells the story of Four retirees who spend their time solving cold case murders for fun, only to find themselves with a real whodunit on their hands.

Send us a textNetflix's Thursday Murder Club takes Richard Osman's bestselling cozy mystery from page to screen—but does it capture the book's charm? In this episode, Eric and Andrea break down the performances, pacing, and production values of this much-anticipated adaptation, comparing it to Hallmark Mysteries and other cozy favorites. Expect lively debate, a few surprises, and some strong opinions on casting choices (yes, we're talking Pierce Brosnan, Helen Mirren, Ben Kingsley, and Tom Ellis).From the picturesque setting of Coopers Chase to the ensemble of quirky sleuths, this review dives into what worked, what fell short, and why some fans think it should have been a series instead of a standalone film. Cozy mystery lovers will appreciate the balance of nostalgia, critique, and plenty of fun side-conversations only Hallmark & More can deliver.What You'll Hear in This Episode:Why the star-studded cast both elevated Thursday Murder Club and stirred debateThe cozy setting that rivaled even the best Hallmark Channel productionsHow the film's pacing split the hosts—too slow or way too fast?Book vs. movie: the biggest differences and what was left on the cutting room floorComparisons to other cozy standouts like Marlow Murder Club and Magpie MurdersIf you're a fan of Hallmark Movies, Hallmark Mysteries, or simply love a good Cozy Mystery, this episode is for you. Press play, subscribe, and join us as we unravel the case of whether Thursday Murder Club lived up to the hype!Follow us on social media: Instagram and TikTok: @hallmarkmysteriesandmoreYoutubeOr visit our website. This podcast was created by fans for fans and is NOT affiliated with or sponsored by Hallmark or the Hallmark Channel.

A group of pensioners living at a retirement home spend their free time solving cold cases. Things become a little more immediate when a new murder hits pretty close to home. Rachel joins us to review The Thursday Murder Club, now streaming on Netflix.

In this ep, I'll be reviewing Netflix's brand new movie, The Thursday Murder Club. It is directed by Chris Columbus. It has a power-packed star cast consisting of Helen Mirren, Pierece Brosnan, Ben Kingsley, Tom Ellis & David Tennant among others.It is based on the book by the same name by Richard Osman.If you like my content, please give this podcast a follow on your preferred podcast platforms & on YouTube to be on top of all the new recos & episodes that come out of this space. Cheers!LinkTree (All Relevant Links) - https://linktr.ee/vocalaboutvisualspodcast?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=1a2e561f-7e29-4f8c-a9a3-c03973d6fd44You can also directly support through a small tip here. It helps massively

You may know Tom Ellis as the devilishly charming lead in Netflix's Lucifer, or as the lovable Gary in the BBC sitcom Miranda. He's also made waves in the U.S., starring alongside Gina Rodriguez in Players, and appearing in Hulu's Tell Me Lies, created by his wife, Meghan Oppenheimer. In 2023, Tom and Meghan welcomed a daughter via surrogate, adding to his role as a proud dad of four. Now, his next big project is the star-studded film adaptation of Richard Osman's bestselling novel The Thursday Murder Club, alongside Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, and Richard E. Grant. In this episode, Tom opens up about modern fatherhood, navigating surrogacy, his fear of needles and what it's really like working on a series about sexual toxicity - with his real-life partner at the helm. ✨ IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Intro 01:25 From Cardiff to Hollywood 02:11 The Spiritual Journey 04:17 The Thursday Murder Club Experience 06:37 Personal Life and Surrogacy 10:20 Failures and Lessons in Sports 20:09 Discovering Acting 23:50 Being Recognised on the Street 24:04 Medical Green Card Failure 26:35 Discovering Vasovagal Condition 27:45 Becoming a US Citizen 27:54 Political Climate in the US 31:15 Working with his Wife 37:09 Financial Struggles as a Student 43:43 Cats and Family Life

What does it really mean when a reporter goes undercover?Are on-screen bodies ever achievable without the aid of certain “supplements”? Are your favourite TV shows scheduled so they deliberately clash?Just some of the questions Richard Osman and Marina Hyde answer in this episode of The Rest Is Entertainment. 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 The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Requires relevant Sky TV and third party subscription(s). Broadband recommended min speed: 30 mbps. 18+. UK, CI, IoM only. To find out more and for full terms and conditions please visit Sky.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Assistant Producer: Aaliyah AkudeVideo Editor: Kieron Leslie, Charlie Rodwell, Adam Thornton, Harry SwanProducer: Joey McCarthySenior Producer: Neil FearnHead of Content: Tom WhiterExec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael Gove and Madeline Grant launch ‘Quite right!', the new podcast from The Spectator that promises sanity and common sense in a world that too often lacks both.In their first episode, they take stock of a political summer dominated by Nigel Farage, a Labour government already facing mutiny, and the curious spectacle of Tory MPs moonlighting as gonzo reporters.From J.D. Vance's Cotswold sojourn and Tom Skinner's bish bash bosh patriotism, to Sydney Sweeney's jeans advert causing a culture war, Michael and Madeline discuss what really drives our politics: policies, or memes and vibes?Plus: Keir Starmer's ‘phase two' reshuffle – does it amount to more than technocratic jargon? And why has cosy crime conquered our screens, even as Richard Osman's The Thursday Murder Club stumbles upon its Netflix release?Produced by Oscar Edmondson, Oscar Bicket and Matt Miszczak. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Case Notes, August 30th, 2025: A suspiciously cozy murder mystery has been committed. The suspects—Tommy Metz III, Mandy Kaplan, Steve Sarmento, and Justin “JJ” Jaeger—have assembled remotely, each with their own dubious alibis and hot takes. The film: The Thursday Murder Club, Netflix's big adaptation of Richard Osman's beloved novel. The crime? A charming cast, a confusing mystery, and a script that may or may not have committed third-degree exposition.This month's Film Board roundtable dives headfirst into the soft lighting and softer stakes of this senior-led whodunit. JJ comes in as the film's most vocal defender, praising its character-driven structure and comparing it (gasp!) to Knives Out. Tommy and Steve are less convinced, calling the movie pleasant but forgettable, faulting everything from flat cinematography to emotionally neutered finales. Mandy, the show's resident Osman superfan, mourns the depth lost in translation from page to screen. Pete, meanwhile, accuses Chris Columbus of directing every scene like it's the trailer—and not in a good way.From plot structure and adaptation choices to the aesthetics of Cooper's Chase and the misuses of Sir Ben Kingsley, this episode covers it all. Was it a missed opportunity or just an okay pizza? Can Helen Mirren's exposition dumps be forgiven? Did we really need the cold case? Should somebody address the case of Jonathan Pryce?If you love spirited disagreement, spoilers aplenty, and occasional emotional whiplash caused by the word “cake,” this is your episode.Watch & DiscoverWatch Now: NetflixOriginal Theatrical TrailerAdapted from The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman Support The Next Reel Family of Film Podcasts:Become a member for just $5/month or $55/yearJoin our Discord community of movie loversThe Next Reel Family of Film Podcasts:Cinema Scope: Bridging Genres, Subgenres, and MovementsThe Film BoardMovies We LikeThe Next Reel Film PodcastSitting in the DarkConnect With Us:Main Site: WebMovie Platforms: Letterboxd | FlickchartSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | YouTube | PinterestYour Hosts: Pete | JJ | Steve | Tommy | Andy | Ocean Shop & Stream:Merch Store: Apparel, stickers, mugs & moreWatch Page: Buy/rent films we've discussedOriginals: Source material from our episodesSpecial offers: Letterboxd Pro/Patron discount | Audible

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Neue Podcast-Episode: Drei Highlights im Fokus – Ganzer halber Bruder, The Thursday Murder Club & Hostage In der aktuellen Folge unseres Podcasts nehmen wir euch mit auf eine cineastische Reise durch drei bemerkenswerte Produktionen, die aktuell für Gesprächsstoff sorgen. Ganzer halber Bruder – Die deutsche Tragikomödie von Regisseur Hanno Olderdissen erzählt die Geschichte von Thomas, einem Immobilienbetrüger, der nach seiner Haftstrafe auf seinen Halbbruder Roland trifft – ein Mann mit Trisomie 21, der ein lebenslanges Wohnrecht im geerbten Haus besitzt. Mit Christoph Maria Herbst und Nicolas Randel in den Hauptrollen entfaltet sich eine berührende Geschichte über Familie, Vorurteile und unerwartete Nähe. The Thursday Murder Club – Basierend auf dem Bestseller von Richard Osman bringt Regisseur Chris Columbus (Harry Potter, Kevin – Allein zu Haus) eine charmante Krimikomödie auf Netflix. Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan, Ben Kingsley und Celia Imrie spielen vier Senioren, die sich jeden Donnerstag treffen, um ungelöste Mordfälle zu diskutieren – bis ein echter Mordfall sie selbst betrifft. Ein unterhaltsamer Mix aus britischem Humor, Spannung und Starpower. Hostage – Die britische Miniserie von Matt Charman und Isabelle Sieb ist ein packender Politthriller, der zwei mächtige Frauen in den Mittelpunkt stellt: Die britische Premierministerin Abigail Dalton (Suranne Jones) und die französische Präsidentin Vivienne Toussaint (Julie Delpy) werden in ein perfides Erpressungsszenario verwickelt. Mit nur fünf Episoden bietet die Serie Hochspannung, starke Charaktere und politische Intrigen auf Netflix. In unserem Podcast beleuchten wir die Stärken und Schwächen der Produktionen, sprechen über Regie, Schauspiel und gesellschaftliche Relevanz. Jetzt reinhören und mitdiskutieren! Timecodes: 00:00:00 Einleitung 00:01:26 Ganzer halber Bruder 00:12:40 Wir tippen den nächsten Sneak-Film 00:17:10 Kinocharts und Neustarts 00:22:25 Neue Trailer 00:30:55 Nachrichten and den Kinocast 00:33:42 The Thursday Murder Club 00:46:45 Hostage

The Spill family just got bigger! This is the first episode of our brand new show Watch Party – your go-to for deep dives into the biggest movies and TV shows everyone’s talking about. Does the new Thursday Murder Club movie live up to the hype of the beloved book? Our first episode of our new Watch Party podcast deep-dives into all the big questions about the hit movie - we have all the hot takes, wild theories and behind the scenes tea!You'll learn:- the secret behind those incredible sets (hint: they're not what they seem)- which star's on-set swearing changed the movie- the nepo-casting that we all approve ofPlus we tackle some of the biggest issues that the story brings up.This episode dives deep into the movie adaption of one of the biggest book releases this century, Richard Osman’s whodunnit The Thursday Murder Club which has dropped on Netflix. If you enjoyed the Thursday Murder Club, take it a bit further with the True Crime Conversations podcast. Listen now on Apple or Spotify. THE END BITS Support independent women's media The Spill podcast is on TikTok here and on Instagram here and you can check out our vodcast on Youtube here. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. To explore more Mamamia shows including those mentioned in this show browse here Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano, Georgie Page & Courtney Ammenhauser Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Helen Mirren, Pierce Brosnan y Ben Kingsley lideran una investigación tan encantadora como criminal en The Thursday Murder Club, la adaptación de la novela de Richard Osman que combina té, sospechas y mucho carisma. Juan Francisco Bellón nos cuenta sin spoilers por qué este grupo de jubilados puede convertirse en tu nueva obsesión televisiva. SINOPSIS: Un grupo de jubilados aficionados a resolver casos antiguos se enfrenta a un asesinato real cargado de misterio en esta comedia de humor negro basada en la novela homónima. YA DISPONIBLE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This weekend’s lineup is as big as it gets: a sweet indie comedy, a whodunnit that will have you glued to the screen and two alien thrillers that will have you questioning everything.Plus, we have a very special guest joining us today to spill the tea on an exciting new addition to The Spill family. We’ve just launched Watch Party, our prestige television podcast dedicated to unpacking the biggest shows dominating screens. Each season takes a deep dive into one must-watch series, and our very first episode is out now on The Thursday Murder Club — the twisty Netflix mystery based on the best-selling novel everyone’s talking about.Listen to the first episode of Watch Party here. And read our interview with The Ballad Of Wallis Island star Carey Mullian here. THE END BITS Support independent women's media The Spill podcast is on TikTok here and on Instagram here and you can check out our vodcast on Youtube here. Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia... here. To explore more Mamamia shows including those mentioned in this show browse here Do you have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss on The Spill? Send us a voice message, or send us an email thespill@mamamia.com.au and we'll come back to you ASAP! CREDITS Hosts: Laura Brodnik, Em Vernem & Taylah Strano Executive Producer: Monisha Iswaran Audio Producer: Scott Stronach Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

T'was the first night of Edinburgh and all through the house, 300 creatures stirred to watch the Drunk Women - and special guest Rachel Galvo - pop some corks and solve some crimes!Rachel started off the evening by telling us about the time she accidentally broke into a masonic type ritual, where Richard Osman held high office**. The team then investigate a crime where the perp more than took poetic license in his criminal endeavours. Finally, we hear from a member of the audience, whose pet peeve is having their rubbish tampered with! ** disclaimer - it almost definitely wasn't Richard Osman. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code drunkwomen at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/drunkwomen Don't forget DWSC now drops TWICE weekly! Episodes will be on general release every Wednesday AND Friday.BUT you can get both shows in one hit, by going to our Patreon where you can sign up for early access and get both episodes every Tuesday.As well as this, you'll get ad free eps, invites to watch our live zoom records, video of all our studio eps, bespoke shout outs and MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is HBO's new Harry Potter series a waste of time? How did a rat-infested New York loft inspire Chris Columbus to write Gremlins? Could Robin Williams ever be replaced? Richard Osman sits down with director Chris Columbus to talk about his incredible career, run-ins with Spielberg and how he brought The Thursday Murder Club to screen. 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 The Rest Is Entertainment is proudly presented by Sky. Sky is home to award-winning shows such as The White Lotus, Gangs of London and The Last of Us. Requires relevant Sky TV and third party subscription(s). Broadband recommended min speed: 30 mbps. 18+. UK, CI, IoM only. To find out more and for full terms and conditions please visit Sky.com Watch The Long Walk exclusively in cinemas 12th September. Book now at https://www.thelongwalkmovie.co.uk For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Assistant Producer: Aaliyah Akude Video Editor: Kieron Leslie, Charlie Rodwell, Adam Thornton, Harry Swan Producer: Joey McCarthy Senior Producer: Neil Fearn Head of Content: Tom Whiter Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join this channel to get access to perks: EARLY Access, EXCLUSIVE Episodes & Much More! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpeD7roEp99UANH0HVZ3dOA/joinWhat's Your Story - Writer / Director Chris Columbus? #116 Our guest today was discovered when Steven Spielberg found his screenplay 'Gremlins' on the top of a pile of scripts on his desk, Next he wrote 'The Goonies'. Since then he has been Nominated for an Oscar and Directed possibly the most popular Christmas Movie of all time 'Home Alone'.We chat about how he was convinced he was going to get fired from his directorial debut 'Adventures in Babysitting', Why his daughter's love for the Harry Potter books led him to direct the first two movies 'The Philosopher's Stone' and 'The Chamber of Secrets'.working with Robin Williams and the lost version of 'Mrs Doubtfire' and coming full circle and working with Spielberg on his latest movie based on Richard Osman's hugely popular book 'The Thursdays Murder Club'. Credits Include Directed - Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone & Chamber of Secrets / Mrs. Doubtfire / Home Alone 1 & 2 / Nine Months / Adventures in Babysitting / Stepmom / Bicentennial Man / Rent / Percy Jackson & The Lighting Thief / Pixels / The Christmas Chronicles 2 / The Thursday Murder Club etcProduced - Nosferatu / The Help / Night at the Museum / The Lighthouse / Jingle All the Way etcWritten - Gremlins / The Goodnies / Nine Months / Christmas with the Kranks etc-----------------------------Host - Actor/Writer ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elliot James Langridge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please contact (Scott Marshall Partners) -----------------------------Our SponsorsMoviePosters.com is the #1 place for movie posters old and new! use our affiliate link https://www.movieposters.com/?sca_ref=8773240.c977RvLKKpL& Get 10% off with code LIFEINFILM10⁠⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ provides you with access to the largest online therapy service in the world. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 10% off⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ your first month at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠betterhelp.com/lifeinfilm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-----------------------------'The Thursday Murder Club' is in cinemas now and on Netflix from the 29th August-----------------------------Thank you to Chris, thank you Jenny, Holly at Organic PR, Thank you ID-PR & NetflixAs always thank you to our sponsors MoviePosters.com & Betterhelp-----------------------------If you enjoyed this episode, please review and follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You Tube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠etc and please share. It makes a huge difference. -----------------------------Join us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @LIFEINFILMpod. Check out the ⁠Patreon⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/Lifeinfilmpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & Join this channel to get access to perks: EARLY Access, EXCLUSIVE Episodes & Much More! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpeD7roEp99UANH0HVZ3dOA/join-----------------------------Please don't forget to⁠ LIKE & SUBSCRIBE⁠! ╔═╦╗╔╦╗╔═╦═╦╦╦╦╗╔═╗ ║╚╣║║║╚╣╚╣╔╣╔╣║╚╣═╣ ╠╗║╚╝║║╠╗║╚╣║║║║║═╣ ╚═╩══╩═╩═╩═╩╝╚╩═╩═╝Thanks for watching this episode ... see you in the next video!

On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Roxanna are discussing: Bookish Moments: introducing book club friends to niche romance + romance-related jewelry Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: using AI as your bookish sidekick to improve your reading life The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) .  .  .  .  01:31 - Our Bookish Moments Of The Week 2:11 - Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe 3:20 - Unhinged by Vera Valentine [Amazon link]  3:30 - Spooned by Ruth Cardello [Amazon link] 3:37 - Forked by Ruth Cardello [Amazon link] 5:11 - Book earrings from Etsy 07:33 - Our Current Reads 07:53 - These Summer Storms by Sarah MacLean (Roxanna) 13:09 - The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters (Kaytee) 18:37 - Detective Aunty by Uzma Jalaluddin (Roxanna) 19:11 - Ayesha at Last by Uzma Jalaluddin  19:42 - Peek Freans [Wikipedia link] 26:31 - Arsenic and Adobo by Mia P. Manansala  26:32 - The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman  26:54 - Three Holidays and A Wedding by Uzma Jalaluddin and Marissa Stapley 28:04 - Ghost Music by An Yu (Kaytee) 32:45 - The Second Ending by Michelle Hoffman 32:42 - The Widow of Rose House by Diana Biller (Roxanna) 39:56 - A Curious Beginning (Veronica Speedwell, 1) by Deanna Raybourn 40:15 - Currently Reading: Season 3, Episode 12 42:23 - Take What You Can Carry by Gian Sardar (Kaytee) 50:55 - Deep Dive: Three tips from Roxanna on using AI to be your bookish sidekick and improve your reading life 51:15 - Currently Reading: Season 7, Episode 37 56:23 - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus 58:14 - Good Talk by Mira Jacob 1:07:40 - Meet Us At The Fountain 1:07:47 - I wish listeners would think about some friction that you're facing in your reading life and see what tips and tricks you can find to smooth it out a bit. (Roxanna) 1:10:51 - I wish Kindle settings would have the option to toggle on the option to begin our Kindle books at the cover. (Kaytee) 1:12:02 - Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. August's IPL comes to us from our founding Indie Press List store: Fabled Bookshop in Waco, TX! Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business.  All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

Recorded with a live audience in Cambridge, this captivating conversation delves deep into the life and career of a cultural force of the last half-century. Known of course for his iconic role as Baldrick in Blackadder, Sir Tony's sharp intelligence and dry humour have had a formative influence on generations.  In this candid discussion, he opens up about the unexpected turns and profound challenges that have shaped his extraordinary journey as an actor, presenter, documentary maker and writer. You'll hear his deeply personal reflections on fatherhood, insights into the creative process behind his recently announced novel, and the powerful lessons learned from a lifetime of experiences, both public and private.  Prepare for an engaging, wise, and moving conversation that explores the transformative power of vulnerability and the importance of finding meaningful connection. This is a unique opportunity to hear a national treasure like never before. ✨ IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Intro 00:45 Tony Robinson's Early Life and Career 03:13 Fatherhood and Family 04:55 Writing and Publishing a Novel 10:50 The Impact of Blackadder 13:16 Challenges and Conflicts in Blackadder 16:33 Height and Personal Insecurities 20:42 Childhood and Adolescence Struggles 22:41 Growing Up in the Shadow of WWII 24:49 The Ups and Downs of Gambling 27:28 Early Career and Poker Lessons 29:29 Child Actor Earnings and Capitalism 34:23 Dealing with Alzheimer's in the Family 37:03 Reflecting on Personal Failures 44:56 Finding Meaningful Relationships