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Off The Telly

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.

  1. What Shall We Watch? Favourite Travel Shows

    4 DAYS AGO

    What Shall We Watch? Favourite Travel Shows

    For this bonus episode, Nat and Jo are chatting about another one of their favourite genres - Travel shows. Nat reminisces about her travelogue Natalie Cassidy Goes Wild in Australia, including seeing the biggest spider she's ever seen. They hear from listeners about their fave Travel shows like Travel Man and Italy Unpacked, they chat chat about what kind of travelogue they'd like to do together (Italy with red wine and art please!) and what travel show their kids love to watch. 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. Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: Richard Morris Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Production Co-ordinator: Becky Carewe-Jeffries Sounds Editor: Arlie Adlington Music by MCasso Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

    25 min
  2. EastEnders Live Debrief with Kellie Bright

    6 DAYS AGO

    EastEnders Live Debrief with Kellie Bright

    Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. Nat has a big debrief with Jo about EastEnders live and what it was really like to film, and the pair speak to Lacey Turner and Kellie Bright. 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. Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: Richard Morris Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Production Co-ordinator: Becky Carewe-Jeffries Sounds Editor: Arlie Adlington Music by MCasso Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

    1h 5m

  3. 19 FEB

    Steve McFadden deserves a BAFTA

    Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. Nat and Jo give their verdict on Amandaland, the spinoff to one of their fave shows Motherland. They’ve also been watching Miss Austen which stars Keeley Hawes as Jane Austen’s sister Cassandra. Plus, Jo checks in on how Nat’s feeling about the upcoming EastEnders Live episode for the 40th anniversary - check it out on Thursday 20th Feb at 7:30pm on BBC One and iPlayer. 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. Timecodes for shows discussed today are: 13:34 - Miss Austen (BBC iPlayer) 15:40 - Celebrity Bear Hunt (Netflix) 24:00 - Amandaland (BBC iPlayer) Get in touch by sending us a message or voice note via WhatsApp to 03306 784704. Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: Richard Morris Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Production Co-ordinator: Becky Carewe-Jeffries Sounds Editor: Arlie Adlington Music by MCasso Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

    34 min
  4. Iconic EastEnders Moments with Patsy Palmer

    12 FEB

    Iconic EastEnders Moments with Patsy Palmer

    Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. This week Nat and Jo welcome the brilliant Patsy Palmer (aka Bianca Jackson) to chat about some of the most iconic moments from the last 40 years of EastEnders as well as hearing how preparations are going for the upcoming live episode. 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. Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: Richard Morris Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Production Co-ordinator: Becky Carewe-Jeffries Sounds Editor: Arlie Adlington Music by MCasso Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

    1h 14m

  5. 5 FEB

    Nat’s leaving EastEnders

    Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. Nat and Jo discuss Nat's big news - after 32 years on Albert Square, she's made the difficult decision to leave EastEnders. She talks about how it's sad but it's the right time to go, what we've got to look forward to as part of the 40th anniversary celebrations, how she feels about the live episode and what she can't wait to do as soon as she's finished. Plus they discuss two new shows: Black Doves on Netflix and Brian and Maggie on Channel 4. 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. Timecodes for shows discussed today are: 21:11 - Black Doves (Netflix) 27:14 - Brian and Maggie (Channel 4) Get in touch by sending us a message or voice note via WhatsApp to 03306 784704. Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: Richard Morris Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Production Co-ordinator: Becky Carewe-Jeffries Sounds Editor: Arlie Adlington Music by MCasso Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

    44 min

  6. 31 JAN

    What Shall We Watch? Favourite TV Chefs

    For this bonus episode, Nat and Jo are chatting about one of their favourite telly genres - cooking shows. They hear from listeners about their fave chefs and cooking telly, including Nigella Lawson, Jamie Oliver and Angela Hartnett. Plus they give backstage goss about some of the shows they've been on themselves. What was it like for Jo on Cooking With The Stars and Ready Steady Cook? How was Nat's experience on Sunday Brunch and has she ever been asked to do MasterChef? 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. Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: Richard Morris Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Production Co-ordinator: Becky Carewe-Jeffries Sounds Editor: Arlie Adlington Music by MCasso Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

    37 min

  7. 29 JAN

    My gladiator name would be The Trumpeter

    Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. Nat and Jo have a much needed catch up about The Traitors final, what did they think of the seer? Plus they chat about: Severance on Apple TV+, a series directed by Ben Stiller that's got lots of buzz at the moment; a new drama with James Norton called Playing Nice on ITVX; and Gladiaaaaaators is back on BBC One and iPlayer, what do Nat and Jo think of the two new gladiators? 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. Timecodes for shows discussed today are: 1:47 - The Traitors (BBC) 15:53 - Playing Nice (ITVX) 20:44 - Severance (Apple TV+) 28:42 - Gladiators (BBC) Get in touch by sending us a message or voice note via WhatsApp to 03306 784704. Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: Richard Morris Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Production Co-ordinator: Becky Carewe-Jeffries Sounds Editor: Arlie Adlington Music by MCasso Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

    39 min

  8. 22 JAN

    The Traitors Special!

    Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page chat about all things on and off the telly. Nat and Jo are beyond excited for The Traitors finale this week so had to dedicate a whole episode to all things Traitors. They’re joined by a truly villainous traitor from Series 2, Paul Gorton, who talks tactics for the final, who he would have chosen to recruit this series and how he got into the zone (army style) for when he was in the castle. Plus they give 100% faithful Tyler from this series a call to find out what it’s like being a faithful and how on earth Linda stayed in for so long. 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. Hosts: Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page Producer: Georgia Keating Executive Producer: James Robinson Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts Production Co-ordinator: Becky Carewe-Jeffries Sounds Editor: Arlie Adlington Music by MCasso Off The Telly is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

    48 min
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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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  • Creator
    BBC Sounds
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    71
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © (C) BBC 2025
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