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Off The Telly

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

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

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

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

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

Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Production for BBC Sounds. The producer is Georgia Keating. The Commissioning Editor is Rhian Roberts.

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Episodes

What if a squirrel steals my passport?

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they have a natter about how House of the Dragon on NOW is not for them, how much they love The Repair Shop on BBC iPlayer, and how confusing it was to watch Becoming Karl Lagerfeld on Disney Plus. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort telly to guilty ...

Jul 10, 202431 min

What Shall We Watch? TV Crushes

In this bonus episode they hear from listeners about their favourite TV Crushes! Who has got them all hot and bothered and who was their first TV crush? They hear about crushes like Poldark, Nigella Lawson and Jamie Mitchell from EastEnders. Plus Natalie and Joanna reveal how they met their own partners off the telly and on set. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. Fr...

Jul 05, 202423 min

Supermarket singles nights

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they're watching The Bear to see what all the fuss is about, The Piano on Channel 4 hosted by Claudia Winkleman, and a comedy on Apple TV all about adoption called Trying. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort telly to guilty pleasures, there’s no judg...

Jul 03, 202436 min

"I triaged a pigeon the other day"

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they chat about a new BBC drama called Lost Boys and Fairies; a new Benedict Cumberbatch series on Netflix called Eric; plus why they can't get enough of The Great British Sewing Bee and how Natalie loved being in the Xmas special a couple of years ago. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watc...

Jun 26, 202443 min

What Shall We Watch? Tearjerkers

In this bonus episode they hear from listeners about their favourite Tearjerker telly and what shows have left them an emotional wreck. They hear about telly like It's A Sin, Normal People, The Split and Pride and Prejudice. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort telly to guilty pleasures, there’s no judgement here. What’s kept us all glued to ...

Jun 21, 202421 min

“I got my feet out for an airing”

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they chat about Stephen Merchant’s comedy thriller The Outlaws on BBC iPlayer, a new comedy drama series called Queenie on Channel 4 and a new fave comfort watch - Rob and Rylan’s Grand Tour on BBC iPlayer. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort telly t...

Jun 19, 202437 min

I'll smooth out the ducks

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they discuss what all the fuss is about with Bridgerton on Netflix, they catch up with Clarkson's Farm on Amazon Prime, and they find a new show they both absolutely love called Kin on BBC iPlayer. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort telly to guilty ...

Jun 12, 202435 min

What Shall We Watch? Childhood Telly

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. In this bonus episode they hear from listeners about their favourite childhood telly and the lovely memories associated with those shows. They hear about programmes including Button Moon, Pigeon Street, Fun House and Saved by the Bell, plus many more absolute classics. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re al...

Jun 07, 202420 min

"I was strung up with sausages"

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they chat about BBC drama The Responder starring Martin Freeman, a new reality entertainment show called The Fortune Hotel on ITVX, and how much they're obsessed with Inside No. 9 on BBC iPlayer. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort telly to guilty pl...

Jun 05, 202432 min

Classic Comedies and a bit of Gavin and Stacey

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week it’s a classic comedies special where they reminisce about some of their favourite studio sitcoms of all time, including: Blackadder, Only Fools and Horses, The Good Life, 'Allo 'Allo! and many more. Plus Jo tells us what it was like breaking the news of the Gavin and Stacey Christmas special and they both wonder what the finale could entail. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’...

May 29, 202434 min

What shall we watch? Guilty Pleasures

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. In this bonus episode they hear from listeners about their favourite guilty pleasure watches, including Virgin River, Doctors, Star Trek and many more. Plus Joanna chats about her time playing Queen Elizabeth I on Doctor Who and why Natalie definitely doesn't want Joanna to copy something she did as Sonia on EastEnders. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they defini...

May 24, 202422 min

He's the Mick Jagger of comedy

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they discuss their fave new police drama Blue Lights on BBC iPlayer, Noel Fielding's new comedy The Completely Made-Up Adventures of Dick Turpin, and the latest series of Glow Up: Britain's Next Make-Up Star on the BBC. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to co...

May 22, 202431 min

"I don't have my own sex room"

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they chat about BBC detective spinoff Beyond Paradise, the latest series of Made In Chelsea and a new ITV drama starring Richard Armitage called Red Eye. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort telly to guilty pleasures, there’s no judgement here. What’s...

May 15, 202433 min

Agatha Christie or sharks?

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week it’s a quiz special where they chat about their favourite quizzes, including Richard Osman's House of Games, The 1% Club, The Weakest Link, The Generation Game and Bullseye. Plus they share stories from when they appeared on some of these quiz shows, like when Nat went on The Chase and when Jo was on Bridge of Lies. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they ...

May 08, 202437 min

Gavin and Stacey news!

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page react to news that Gavin and Stacey is returning! The last ever episode will air on BBC One on Christmas Day 2024. For more Gavin and Stacey stories, listen to the 'Bonus: What shall we watch? Comfort Telly' episode of Off the Telly.

May 03, 202459 sec

What shall we watch? Comfort Telly

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. In this bonus episode they hear from listeners about their favourite comfort telly which includes Detectorists, Only Fools and Horses and a good old period drama. Plus we find out more from Joanna about her favourite Gavin & Stacey scene and Natalie reveals one of her favourite EastEnders characters. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t goin...

May 03, 202421 min

Breakdancing on a bit of lino

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they chat about the latest series of Britain's Got Talent on ITV, why everyone is talking about Baby Reindeer on Netflix, plus another Netflix series which Jo can't stop watching - Love Is Blind. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort telly to guilty pl...

May 01, 202439 min

That cat deserves an Oscar

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they discuss the latest series of Race Across The World on BBC One, a brand new show from Sally Wainwright called Renegade Nell on Disney Plus, and a BBC panel show that's been going for over 30 years - Have I Got News For You. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new sho...

Apr 24, 202436 min

Could Danny Dyer fight a buffalo?

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they catch up about the celeb version of Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer on Channel 4, Andrew Scott’s Ripley on Netflix, plus some animal antics in the latest David Attenborough series called Mammals on BBC iPlayer. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfor...

Apr 17, 202436 min

Is your caravan a Tardis?

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. Nat and Jo chat about Taskmaster, Nat's fave panel show, The British Airways Killer and The Gentlemen, a new drama series from Guy Ritchie. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Jo talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort telly to guilty pleasures, there’s no judgement here. What’s kept us all glued to our sc...

Apr 10, 202432 min

"Have you got a stuffed owl at home?"

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they chat about how much they love The Vicar of Dibley, why the Antiques Roadshow theme tune reminds them of their childhood, and how Jo would love to play the next Miss Marple. What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort telly to guilty pleasures, there’s no judgement here. What’s kept us all glued to ou...

Apr 03, 202436 min

So many dingles dangling

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they chat about why they love raunchy new period drama Mary & George, why Interior Design Masters with Alan Carr is a good comfort watch, and their mixed views on new BBC3 comedy Things You Should Have Done. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Jo talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort telly ...

Mar 27, 202436 min

"She is basically the sister of Dracula"

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they discuss Perfect Pub Walks with Bill Bailey which is right up Nat's street, a true-crime series that Jo recommended called American Nightmare, and Slow Horses, their new favourite drama series starring Gary Oldman. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Jo talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort...

Mar 20, 202433 min

"I had a cheeseboard watching the darts"

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they have a good old chat about Celebrity Big Brother re-launching on ITV after a five year hiatus, plus Nat's experience of being on the show back in the day. They also discuss how Alice & Jack absolutely destroyed them and why they love Alison Steadman in Here We Go. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Jo talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what...

Mar 13, 202436 min

Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway, True Detective and Boarders

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week Nat and Jo chat about how Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway is their perfect comfort telly, why the latest series of True Detective isn't for them, and what they love about brand new coming-of-age drama Boarders. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Jo talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort...

Mar 06, 202435 min

The Apprentice, One Day and Gladiators

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they have a natter about why The Apprentice isn't the same as it used to be, how One Day was an emotional rollercoaster, plus their thoughts on the TV comeback we've all been waiting for - Gladiators! In Off the Telly, Natalie and Jo talk about what they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort telly to guilty p...

Feb 27, 202431 min

Welcome To Off The Telly!

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, and what you’re all watching at home. From new shows to comfort telly to guilty pleasures, there’s no judgement here. What’s kept us all glued to our screens this week? Self-confessed TV addicts and stars of two of the biggest shows on our screens, Eastenders and Gavin and Stacey, Natalie and Joanna are the perfect companions to your ...

Feb 27, 20241 min
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