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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

Sir David Jason – TV Legend Special

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. In this very special episode of Off The Telly, Nat and Jo chat to a national treasure and one of their telly heroes – the one and only Sir David Jason. They chat about his new memoir, his favourite scenes to film on Only Fools and Horses, plus what he likes to watch on 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 t...

Dec 06, 202427 min

You can move an elf with BBQ tongs

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. This week Jo is wearing her famous unwashed onesie much to Nat’s despair, and they catch up about how much they love Wolf Hall (despite Jo getting her Cromwells mixed up!). They also can’t believe they’ve only just watched Brassic for the first time, and discuss who would be their ‘groom of the stool’ if push came to shove. What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases and ...

Dec 04, 202444 min

What Shall We Watch? Classic Period Dramas

In this bonus episode Nat and Jo hear from listeners about their favourite Period Dramas. What qualifies as a period drama? The girls discuss how your classics can range from bonnets and carriages, to Victorian times, to the 1970s. They cover shows like Downton Abbey, Call the Midwife, and Gentleman Jack. 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...

Nov 29, 202424 min

“I’d never heard of Wagatha Christie”

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. This week Nat reveals she completely missed the Wagatha Christie phenomenon when it was all kicking off, and they catch up about the latest series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK. 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 wor...

Nov 27, 202434 min

Would you have dinner with a tarantula?

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. This week Nat and Jo catch up about the new series of I'm A Celeb, what they think of the second series of Bad Sisters and a new series starring Sophie Turner called Joan. Nat also gives Jo a taste of what her time was like filming The Bake Off Xmas special. 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....

Nov 20, 202449 min

Ultimate TV Huns with Hunsnet aka Gareth Howells

In this bonus episode Nat and Jo hear from listeners about their ultimate TV Huns. We're talking Pam from Gavin and Stacey, Gemma Collins, Jane McDonald and Nat Cass herself! The girls also chat to Hunsnet aka Gareth Howells who's an expert in the Hun field and helps Jo finally pin down what a Hun actually is and how she could be one. 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 re...

Nov 15, 202429 min

"Please don't let me have nits"

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. This week Nat and Jo celebrate their boys getting through to Blackpool on Strictly, plus they catch up about the true crime drama Until I Kill You starring Anna Maxwell Martin and new rom com Nobody Wants This on Netflix. 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 wha...

Nov 13, 202438 min

"My Danny Dyer crush has gone through the roof"

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. This week Nat and Jo catch up on two shows everyone seems to be talking about - Rivals and Ludwig. One they describe as a "romping good show" and the other as "the new Jonathan Creek", tune in to find out which one is which. Plus Nat chats about watching Strictly on Saturday live in the studio for Icons week. What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases and comforting clas...

Nov 06, 202435 min

What Shall We Watch? Spooky Stories

In this bonus Halloween episode Nat and Jo hear from listeners about the telly that's scared them the most. From shows like Psychoville to The Haunting of Hill House, plus some not so scary ones like the Bergerac Christmas special from 1986. We also find out why Nat calls herself a scaredy-cat and the show that still haunts Jo to this day from her childhood. 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 goin...

Nov 01, 202430 min

“I tried Xander Armstrong’s Victoria sponge”

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. This week Nat and Jo catch up about Nat’s time on Bake Off: Extra Slice, plus they discuss why The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives wasn’t for them and how much they love Alma’s Not Normal. 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...

Oct 30, 202442 min

Is Margot a good name for a spider?

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. This week they catch up about Bake Off (Channel 4) and Heartstopper (Netflix), plus they have a chat about why they both decided to wear woolly clothes when it's 20 degrees outside. They also chat about the telly their kids are watching at the moment and why Jo's fear of spiders has come up this week. What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases and comforting classics – T...

Oct 23, 202437 min

What Shall We Watch? TV Heroes

In this bonus episode Nat and Jo hear from listeners about their favourite TV heroes, ranging from proper 'heroes' like Jack Bauer in 24 to absolute icons like Pam in Gavin and Stacey. Plus Nat tries to explain to Jo what a 'hun' is. 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 natt...

Oct 18, 202427 min

Why is it called The London Eye?

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. This week Nat and Jo are feeling very autumnal and delve into the world of Gilmore Girls (Netflix). They also chat about Halloween, dry robes and Jo's last ever day on Gavin and Stacey. 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...

Oct 16, 202437 min

Tattoo me an omelette

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. This week Jo admits she’s now got a crush on Jamie Borthwick after watching his rumba on Strictly, and so naturally Nat decides to give him a call to tell him. Jo also shares what kind of tattoo she’d get and they debate whether you can eat olives out of the bin. Plus they have a catch up about Bad Sisters (Apple TV) and Nightsleeper (BBC iPlayer). What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bothe...

Oct 09, 202435 min

What Shall We Watch? Favourite Costumes

In this bonus episode Nat and Jo discuss their favourite costumes from the telly, plus they hear from listeners about the costumes that stick out for them. We're talking iconic characters from shows like EastEnders, Sex Education, Ru Paul's Drag Race and The Traitors. 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 ...

Oct 04, 202423 min

A pink G&T and a doughnut of your own face

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. This week emotions are running high as filming for Gavin and Stacey is nearly at an end, plus Jo explains why she got to eat a doughnut with her own face on it. Nat also shares what she's been up to this week, including having to do a 'sweat test'. We also find out how much fun Jo had watching Strictly live in the studio, and they have a good old natter about Dating Naked UK (Paramount Plus), All Creatures Great and Smal...

Oct 02, 202437 min

Stacey’s final scenes in Barry

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. This week they find out how Jo's last filming day on Stacey's street in Barry went, plus they chat about Friday Night Dinner which is one of Nat's fave shows all of time. They also see what all the fuss is about with The Perfect Couple on Netflix starring Nicole Kidman, and chat about finally getting round to watching The Split. What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases...

Sep 25, 202443 min

What Shall We Watch? Reality TV

In this bonus episode they hear from listeners about their most iconic reality TV moments! Be prepared to reminisce about some of the best Big Brother has to offer, as well I'm A Celeb and The X Factor. 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 sha...

Sep 20, 202425 min

"What do we think of Craig's new beard?"

Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. This week they catch up about how Gavin and Stacey filming is going for Jo, and how Nat has found time to unwind at an art gallery. They also celebrate the return of Strictly Come Dancing, chat about The Twelve which Jo had been told was a must watch, and discuss their obsession with Aussie comedy Colin from Accounts. What they can’t stop watching, what they definitely aren’t going to bother with, new releases and comfor...

Sep 18, 202438 min

My superpower would be to clear a field of cows

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they chat about Alan Carr's autobiographical sitcom Changing Ends on ITVX, a new James Bond inspired entertainment series called 007: Road to a Million on Amazon Prime, and a superpower sitcom called Extraordinary 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 s...

Sep 11, 202434 min

You've got to start loving the barnet

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. The girls are back after their summer break and this week are discussing The Jetty on BBC iPlayer, Only Murders in the Building on Disney Plus and Mr Bigstuff on NOW and Sky Max. 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 judgeme...

Sep 04, 202438 min

Summer Special: TV Villains Part Two

In this Summer Special they get a chance to hear more voicenotes from listeners about their favourite TV villains. They hear about baddies from EastEnders, The Traitors, Big Brother and Doctor Who, plus a surprise voicenote for Joanna! In this Summer Special it's round 2 of voicenotes about listeners' favourite TV detectives. They chat about iconic characters like Sherlock, Jessica Fletcher, Poirot and Luther. In Off the Telly, Natalie and Joanna talk about what they can’t stop watching, what th...

Aug 27, 202427 min

Summer Special: Super Sleuths Part Two

In this Summer Special it's round 2 of voicenotes about listeners' favourite TV detectives. They chat about iconic characters like Sherlock, Jessica Fletcher, Poirot and Luther. 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 our screens this week? Self-confessed TV addict...

Aug 20, 202426 min

Summer Special: Comfort Telly Part 2

In this Summer Special they get a chance to hear more voicenotes from listeners about their favourite comfort telly. They discuss shows including Drunk History, Motherland, Friends and The Kardashians. Plus Jo tells us about what it was like reading the Gavin and Stacey Christmas Special script for the first time. 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...

Aug 14, 202426 min

She's got her smelly sandals on again

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they chat about finally getting around to watching Derry Girls on Channel 4 and Netflix, why they love Painting Birds with Jim and Nancy Moir on NOW, plus what they think about a new documentary on Channel 4 called Suranne Jones: Investigating Witch Trials. 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 ...

Aug 07, 202441 min

What Shall We Watch? TV Villains

In this bonus episode they hear from listeners about their favourite TV Villains! They cover shows like EastEnders, Footballers Wives, Game of Thrones, The Demon Headmaster, plus find out who could be seen as a baddie in Gavin and Stacey. 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...

Aug 02, 202421 min

Noel Gallagher invented Deliveroo

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they chat about finally getting round to watching This Is Us on Amazon Prime, Robson Green's Weekend Escapes on BBC iPlayer and a new music documentary called Camden 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 pleasures, there...

Jul 31, 202433 min

"What would you have in your bunker?"

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they chat about hit show The Last of Us on NOW, The Misadventures of Romesh Ranganathan on BBC iPlayer, and a French thriller called Lupin on Netflix. 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 ke...

Jul 24, 202432 min

What Shall We Watch? Super Sleuths

In this bonus episode they hear from listeners about their favourite TV detectives! We're talking shows like Poirot, Vera, Line of Duty, Cracker, Life on Mars and many more. Plus find out what item of clothing reminds Joanna of Helen Mirren in Prime Suspect. 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 ...

Jul 19, 202422 min

We play 'Where's Marky?' at Wimbledon

What are we watching? Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things telly. This week they chat about a new ITV series called Douglas Is Cancelled starring Hugh Bonneville, a historical retelling of a former queen called My Lady Jane on Amazon Prime, and a good old bit of Wimbledon 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 t...

Jul 17, 202437 min
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