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On Saturday 28 June 2025, BBC One broadcasts Saturday Kitchen Live!

Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Saturday Kitchen Live” promises an exciting mix of culinary delights and engaging conversations. Matt Tebbutt will be at the helm, guiding viewers through a lively hour filled with delicious dishes and expert insights.

Joining Matt in the kitchen are talented chefs Owen Morgan and Avi Shashidhara. Both chefs bring their unique styles and flavors, ensuring that the audience can look forward to some creative cooking. Their dishes are sure to inspire home cooks looking to try something new.

Special guests Angela Scanlon and Vicky Pattison will add a fun dynamic to the show. With their vibrant personalities, they are expected to share stories and engage in light-hearted banter, making the episode entertaining and enjoyable.

To complement the food, drinks expert Helen McGinn will select wines that pair perfectly with the studio dishes. Her expertise will...

On Saturday 7 June 2025, BBC One broadcasts Blankety Blank!

Season 4 Episode 8 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Blankety Blank” promises to be an entertaining hour of laughter and surprises. Bradley Walsh will be back in the host’s chair, guiding the fun as contestants try to win prizes with the help of a lively panel of six celebrities.

This week, the celebrity lineup includes the witty Jenny Eclair, the sharp-tongued Jon Richardson, the humorous Tom Allen, the charming Kiell Smith-Bynoe, the delightful Rustie Lee, and the ever-engaging Angela Scanlon. Each celebrity will take turns filling in the missing blanks, bringing their unique personalities and comedic styles to the game.

As always, the show will feature a mix of funny moments and unexpected answers, keeping everyone on their toes. Contestants will have the chance to win exciting prizes, making the stakes even higher. With such a talented group of celebrities, viewers can...

On Saturday 31 May 2025, BBC One broadcasts The Hit List!

Celebrity Special Season 7 Episode 11 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The Hit List” promises to be an exciting celebrity special. Airing on BBC One, this episode features a mix of familiar faces from various fields. Marvin and Rochelle Humes will host the show as they guide three teams through the musical challenges.

The first team includes Kéllé Bryan and Brenda Edwards from “Loose Women.” Both are known for their lively personalities and strong connections to music. They will be competing alongside actor Layton Williams and presenter Angela Scanlon, who bring their own flair to the game. The final team consists of former rugby player James Haskell and presenter Mike Bushell, adding a sporty edge to the competition.

Each team will strive to hit the right musical notes as they play for a chance to win £10,000 for their chosen charity. With such...

On Thursday 16 January 2025, ITV broadcasts Pictionary!

Season 1 Episode 11 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Pictionary” on ITV promises a fun-filled evening. This episode features Mel as the host, bringing her usual charm and energy to the show. She will be joined by two special guests, Angela Scanlon and Brian Conley, both known for their engaging personalities and quick wit.

As the game unfolds, players will take turns drawing various prompts while their teammates try to guess what the drawings represent. The excitement builds as the clock ticks down, and laughter is sure to fill the room. Angela and Brian are expected to bring their competitive spirit, making the guessing game even more entertaining.

Viewers can look forward to some hilarious moments as the teams work together to decipher the drawings. With Mel guiding the fun, this episode of “Pictionary” is set to deliver plenty of laughs and surprises. It’s...

On Friday 10 January 2025, ITV broadcasts Pictionary!

Season 1 Episode 7 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Pictionary” promises to be an exciting one, airing soon on ITV. In this edition, Mel will be hosting a fun-filled game with two special guests, Angela Scanlon and Brian Conley. Fans of the show can expect plenty of laughter and creativity as the players take turns drawing while their teammates guess the words or phrases.

Angela Scanlon, known for her quick wit and charm, will surely bring her own unique flair to the game. Brian Conley, a seasoned entertainer, is also expected to add his lively energy to the mix. Together, they will create a lively atmosphere that keeps everyone on their toes.

As the teams compete, viewers can look forward to some hilarious moments and unexpected guesses. The combination of drawing skills and guessing abilities will lead to entertaining interactions among the players. This episode...

On Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 3:30 Pm, ITV will air Season 1, Episode 11 of “Pictionary.” This episode promises to be filled with laughter and creativity as Mel is joined by special guests Angela Scanlon and Brian Conley. Fans of the show can expect an entertaining mix of drawing skills and guessing games, as the players take turns illustrating various prompts for their teammates.

Angela Scanlon, known for her vibrant personality, will bring her unique flair to the game. Meanwhile, Brian Conley, a seasoned entertainer, is sure to add a touch of humor and fun. With their combined energy, the episode is set to deliver plenty of memorable moments. The excitement of watching teammates struggle to guess what is being drawn will keep everyone engaged.

As the clock ticks down, the competitive spirit will rise, and viewers can look forward to some unexpected twists. The chemistry between Mel, Angela, and Brian will undoubtedly enhance the experience.

The excitement continues in Season 1 Episode 7 of “Pictionary,” airing on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 3:30 Pm on ITV. In this fun-filled episode, Mel welcomes special guests Angela Scanlon and Brian Conley to the drawing board. Viewers can expect plenty of laughs as the teams try to guess what their teammates are sketching.

As the players pick up their pens and pencils, the competition heats up. Angela and Brian bring their unique styles to the game, adding an extra layer of entertainment. The episode promises to deliver hilarious moments as the artists attempt to convey their ideas through drawings, while their partners scramble to guess the right answers.

With the clock ticking and the pressure mounting, the dynamic between Mel, Angela, and Brian is sure to keep everyone engaged. Fans of the show can look forward to a lively atmosphere filled with creativity and unexpected twists. This episode of “Pictionary” is set...

On Saturday 19 October 2024, BBC One broadcasts Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel!

Season 5 Episode 2 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel” promises to bring excitement and laughter to BBC One. This series is featuring more celebrities than ever before, which adds a fun twist to the game. The introduction of the ‘Double Chair’ means that contestants will have even more chances to win big. Alongside this, the ‘Cashout Question’ raises the stakes, making it more thrilling for everyone involved.

In this episode, a star-studded lineup will entertain and challenge the contestants. Viewers can expect to see familiar faces like David Walliams, Sabre, Angela Scanlon, Dion Dublin, Clara Amfo, Sara Davies, and the beloved Wheel Hall of Famer, Dermot O’Leary. Each celebrity will bring their unique charm and knowledge to the game, helping contestants navigate tricky questions and aiming for a fortune.

With the added pressure of higher...

Multi award-winning Irish broadcaster, best-selling author and comedian Dermot Whelan has just launched Season Two of his hit podcast, The Mind Full Podcast, on the Acast Creator Network. Season 1 featured a fantastic lineup, including Oscar, BAFTA & Golden Globe winner Cillian Murphy, record-breaking American comedian Dane Cook, broadcaster Angela Scanlon, Ryan Hennessy (Picture This), America's leading meditation expert Davidji and much more. The new season promises even more exciting guests and insightful conversations, featuring Mary Bonnet from the hit Netflix show Selling Sunset, former Miss World Rosanna Davison, world-renowned drummer Glen Powell from The Script, and award winning author and podcaster Blindboy, to name just a few.

Each episode, Dermot introduces a title topic, which is then explored with a well-known face appearing in the feature interview, bringing their own experience in that area. Expert guests can also feature with a shorter interview to give the ‘science-y bits’ for a more technical introduction to the topic.

Exclusive: British radio DJ, TV presenter and podcast host Clara Amfo has signed with the Curtis Brown Group.

Amfo is one of a number to have left Simon Cowell’s agency Ymu over the past few months. UTA-owned Curtis Brown will represent her in all areas.

She will be repped within the new unscripted entertainment division helmed by ex-ymu agent Martha Atack, which launched earlier this year. Curtis Brown Group Unscripted and Entertainment has a roster featuring the likes of Bradley Walsh, Richard E Grant, Sue Perkins, Zoe Ball, Carol Vorderman, Cat Deeley, London Hughes, Lenny Rush, Grayson Perry, Stacey Dooley, Asim Chaudhry, Layton Williams and Mae Martin.

Amfo is a household name on British radio and TV. She hosts a number of shows on BBC Radio 1 and has interviewed the likes of Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, and Elton John. She also fronts the BAFTA TV red carpet, BBC’s Glastonbury coverage,...

Exclusive: Joe Sugg and Caspar Lee’s Img-backed digital talent agency Mve has expanded in the UK by signing a head of talent.

Minnie Harding, one of a number who has recently left Simon Cowell’s agency Ymu, has joined up with the London and LA-based outfit run by the popular YouTubers.

Harding will oversee talent in the UK, a roster of digital creators and presenters that includes the likes of fitness influencer Paige Summerton and ‘Teacher Series’ host Kyron Hamilton. Her past employers have included RCA Records and Adidas.

Mve SVP Dean Ondrus Coulson, who runs Mve US with Claudia Parrinello, said Harding “shares our talent first mindset and comes with a wealth of experience.”

Harding added: “The London and LA offices are best in class. I hold absolute confidence in the agencies continued success as trailblazers within the new media landscape and as representatives of the next generation of entertainment talent.

Exclusive: There have been more exits at UK agency Ymu, further shaking up the talent landscape as a wealth of top TV names depart with their reps.

Senior agents Rebecca Dowell, Minnie Harding and Lizzie Barroll Brown have all left Simon Cowell’s agency over the summer months, taking with them the likes of YouTube sensations Munya Chawawa and Amelia Dimoldenberg, Judge Rinder presenter Robert Rinder and Your Home Made Perfect host Angela Scanlon.

We understand Dowell now reps Chawawa and Dimoldenberg at international management outfit Three Six Zero, while Harding has joined Joe Sugg and Caspar Lee’s Img-backed outfit Mve. Another Ymu client, Leigh Francis aka Celebrity Juice host Keith Lemon, has left to join up with his former Ymu agent, George Ashton, at her agency, Ashton Artists. BBC presenter Clara Amfo, meanwhile, has also left Ymu. Three Six Zero and Ashton Artists hadn’t responded to...

Exclusive: Kitty Walshe, the CEO of Rdf Group and Your Home Made Perfect producer Remarkable Factual, is exiting after eight years, with the pair of Banijay labels set to merge.

A redundancy consultation process is currently taking place and a number of staff are expected to be laid off, with the newly-merged label badged Rdf. Walshe’s decision to leave preceded the merger decision. Rdf West MD Jo Scarratt-Jones and London boss Meredith Chambers will remain with the company.

Kitty Walshe

Walshe joined from Twofour almost a decade ago to shepherd Remarkable Factual before adding Crystal Maze and Only Connect producer Rdf to her roster in 2021. Remarkable Factual makes the likes of Your Home Made Perfect, the BBC’s VR format hosted by Angela Scanlon in which technology and innovative architects turn ordinary houses into dream homes.

Rdf calls itself “one of the largest UK production companys within Banijay” and...

Women’s employment charity, Smart Works is launching a new podcast exploring the transformative power of clothing. Fashion As A Force For Good is hosted by renowned fashion journalist and Smart Works supporter Tiffanie Darke. Her guests on the podcast include Angela Scanlon, Gemma Cairney, Felicity Hayward, Jo Elvin, Emma Gannon and Gina Martin. Each of them delves into their relationship with fashion, the power of clothing and the transformative role clothes have played at key moments in their careers.

The One Show host Alex Jones has claimed she split with ex Steve Jones over a betrayal involving Angelina Jolie.

Alex, who dated fellow TV presenter Steve from 1999 to 2002, recorded an appearance on Dish podcast with Nick Grimshaw and Angela Hartnett, in which she revealed the lengths her former partner went to prevent her from getting an interview with the Hollywood star – an alleged betrayal that led to their break-up.

The presenter spoke about the situation in response to a question written by the podcast’s production team before recording began. It was: “Did you ever get revenge on Steve Jones for that stunt he pulled on Rise?”

Alex replied: “I’ll definitely answer it. So long, long story short, back in the day I was an entertainment correspondent on Rise, and Angelina Jolie was coming on to be interviewed.”

The Welsh presenter then claimed that Steve stopped her from...

The One Show host Alex Jones has claimed her ex Steve Jones once lied to stop her from interviewing Angelina Jolie.

Alex, who dated fellow TV presenter Steve from 1999 to 2002, recorded an appearance on Dish podcast with Nick Grimshaw and Angela Hartnett, in which she revealed the lengths her former partner went to prevent her from getting the interview gig – a betrayal that led to their break-up.

At the time, Alex was working as an entertanment correspondent for the Channel 4 series Rise.

The Welsh presenter said the opportunity to interview the Mr and Mrs Smith actor arose, but Steve told her bosses that she was sick when she was actually just out at the shops.

“Normally, they would call in the morning and ask to come and do an interview or a junket,” MailOnline reports Alex as explaining on a forthcoming episode of the podcast.

“I was staying in...

The One Show host Alex Jones has claimed her ex Steve Jones once lied to stop her from interviewing Angelina Jolie.

Alex, who dated fellow TV presenter Steve from 1999 to 2002, recorded an appearance on Dish podcast with Nick Grimshaw and Angela Hartnett, in which she revealed the lengths her former partner went to prevent her from getting the interview gig – a betrayal that led to their break-up.

At the time, Alex was working as an entertanment correspondent for the Channel 4 series Rise.

The Welsh presenter said the opportunity to interview the Mr and Mrs Smith actor arose, but Steve told her bosses that she was sick when she was actually just out at the shops.

“Normally, they would call in the morning and ask to come and do an interview or a junket,” MailOnline reports Alex as explaining on a forthcoming episode of the podcast.

“I was staying in...

Exclusive: The UK has a long history of producing hit property shows such as Kevin McCloud’s Grand Designs and Phil and Kirstie’s Location, Location, Location. The BBC is now moving into the virtual reality-led future with its latest format in the genre.

I understand that the British public broadcaster has ordered Watch This Space from Endemol Shine’s Remarkable Television. For the first time on British television, cutting edge Vr technology and visual effects will be used in a property format, transforming ordinary homes with unique designs.

Hosted by Robot Wars’ Angela Scanlon, the eight-part series, which will air on BBC Two, will see two couples who disagree about the best designs for their home work with architects Laura Clark and Robert Jamison. The pair will produce two conflicting briefs and then the homeowners will be able to “step into” the redesigned properties using the Vr tech. Through...

Kirsten Howard Oct 9, 2017

What are you doing Sunday week at 8pm? A brand new series of Robot Wars is about to start...

Robot Wars fans, rejoice! We're about to get a brand new series of the show, starring Dara Ó Briain and Angela Scanlon (and, of course, commentator Jonathan Pearce), starting on the 22nd of October at 8pm on BBC2.

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Series 9 will feature a new competition format, which is set to include both Robot Redemption and a magnificent-sounding Ten Robot Rumble - a fight to the death between ten robots, with no time limit, which will decide who'll snatch the wildcard for the Grand Final.

The Robot Wars arena in Glasgow will also see old and new bots alike duke it out in fresh settings, such as The Fog Of War, where the robots will struggle to defend - and also...

Kirsten Howard Apr 19, 2017

Team Carbide crushed it last week during the final moments in series 2 of the BBC's revived Robot Wars. Here's what they're planning next...

It was a case of 'good things come to those who wait' for Team Carbide captain Dave Moulds and his partner Sam Smith last week as they finally took home the Robot Wars 2017 trophy, after narrowly missing out on victory the previous year.

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"After the disappointment of getting to the final last year and losing to Apollo, we were very nervous when we found out we would have to fight another flipper in the final," Cadbury worker Moulds admitted. "Eruption is a great machine but we are delighted to have come out on top this time around though.

Louisa Mellor Mar 26, 2017

Few robots are left standing in the latest, ultra-destructive episode of Robot Wars…

This review contains spoilers.

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It’s somewhat in the lap of the gods, the entertainment value of any given episode of Robot Wars. If they smile upon the arena, the spinners spin and the crushers crush and we all have a jolly old time of it. Every so often though, things just never quite get going. Drive motors burn out, bots are immobilised after a single collision, and it all ends not with a bang but a whimper.

When that happens, it’s the job of the production team to string out the pre and post-bout interviews and make up for the thrills absent in the arena...

Louisa Mellor Mar 5, 2017

The revived Robot Wars is back for a second series featuring a few new bots and some familiar faces…

This review contains spoilers.

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Here’s what I love about Robot Wars - the people. Forget gear boxes and weaponry; this is a show about human beings and the lengths to which they’ll go to achieve their dreams.

It is ‘dreams’ plural rather than singular too. Not all Robot Wars contestants share the same goal. Some, like twenty-five grand armour-plated Rapid, obviously enter because they fancy their chances in the grand final. Others,...

Ryan Lambie Feb 21, 2017

Before he made The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, Francis Ford Coppola got his start by editing monsters into a Soviet sci-fi film...

Everyone loves a good success story, and Hollywood history's full of them. Actors sleeping in their cars until they get their first lucky break. Writers papering the walls of their lodgings with rejection letters until they finally get a script in front of a receptive producer. Filmmakers who've spent years paying their dues before a studio finally comes calling.

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Director Francis Ford Coppola, before he shot to fame - and, for a time, considerable wealth - with such films as The Godfather, The Conversation and Apocalypse Now, scrabbled around at the lower end of the industry like just about everyone else.

Louisa Mellor Feb 22, 2017

A new 6-part run of Robot Wars with Dara O'Briain and Angela Scanlon starts on BBC Two on Sunday the 5th of March...

Robot Wars fans, here's a date for your diary: Sunday the 5th of March. That's when the first of six new episodes of the bot-battling show will air in the slightly earlier-than-last-time slot of 7pm.

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Here's the official confirmation Tweet:

It's time for another rumble in the metal jungle! %uD83D%uDD25

We're excited to confirm that #RobotWars returns to BBC Two on Sunday 5 March at 7pm. pic.twitter.com/50qqSJXsrP

— BBC Two (@BBCTwo) February 22, 2017

The revived show was officially renewed for series two last October. Presenters Dara O'Briain and Angela Scanlon will be back talking to teams in the pits and...