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Irish Independent
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Today's top TV and streaming choices: Tarrac na Farraige, Brooklyn and Overcompensating
Tarrac na Farraige RTÉ One, 7pm Perilous working conditions, rising operational costs and low profits mean fewer young people are considering fishing careers. This episode shines a spotlight on what this means for the industry's future. Fatiha El-Ghorri, Jason Mantzoukas, Mathew Baynton, Rosie Ramsey and Stevie Martin get a chance to stretch their wings during a trip to an old abbey. Fíorscéal TG4, 10.30pm Fascinating insight into how dedicated scientific researchers are becoming increasingly creative in their efforts to alleviate the pain of those with chronic conditions or disabilities. Brooklyn BBC Four, 7.30pm Wonderful adaptation of Colm Tóibín's novel about an Irish immigrant whose fresh start in New York could be ruined by bad news from home. On her return, she finds herself torn between the man she left in America, and a new love. Saoirse Ronan and Domhnall Gleeson star. Overcompensating Prime Video, streaming now Meet Benny and Carmen. He's a closeted former football legend, she's a determined outsider, as they navigate hook-ups, flavoured vodka and fake IDs on the college campus. If you're in a dystopia loop, The Assessment might be a better fit. Fred and Rose West: A British Horror Story Netflix, streaming now Two of the UK's most prolific killers are once again under the microscope due to recently unearthed police recordings. Untold: The Liver King Netflix, streaming now By ritualistically horsing into raw meat on social media, The Liver King created an enterprise around supplements. And he supposedly had the muscles to show it. How did he get so enormous...? Speaking of ripped physiques: in the week following WrestleMania, last night saw WWE superstars seeking retribution against past opponents and beginning new rivalries. Even Cena isn't safe. Bad Thoughts Netflix, streaming now If you fancy Black Mirror vibes but with bloody slapstick humour, this collection of wildly disturbing stories pushes the boundaries of decency in ways only Tom Segura could conjure. Expect tales from a country music star who mines people's misery in exchange for spoiled prawns, a tortured barista, and lots of other delightful weirdness. Speaking of which, a new volume of Love, Death and Robots lands today. A Deadly American Marriage Netflix, streaming now The story of Jason Corbett and Molly Martens was always going to be made into a Netflix documentary. Corbett, a widower, got married in 2008 to Martens, his Tennessee au pair. They left Ireland to start over in North Carolina with his kids, Jack and Sarah. Their story took a dark turn in August 2015, when Molly and her dad, former FBI agent Thomas Martens, were in an altercation resulting in Jason's death. Molly later entered a no-contest plea, claiming self-defence, while Thomas was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in 2023. After their 2024 prison release, uncertainty remained about certain facets. Directed by Jessica Burgess and Jenny Popplewell, this documentary includes exclusive interviews providing insight into the divergent perspectives of those involved, leaving some grappling with the question of: 'Who was the real victim?' And, given Jack and Sarah's unbelievably brave contributions, the answer to that would be: the kids. Octopus! Prime Video, streaming now Narrated by Phoebe Fleabag Waller-Bridge, this marvellous mash-up chronicles being killed by a lover, losing yourself in Mexico, spotting a unicorn, befriending a competitive quilter, exploring our connection with aliens, and extra Tracy Morgan. This is how all nature documentaries ought to be produced from now on. Rose International Dance Prize Marquee TV, streaming now For those unfamiliar with Marquee TV, it's your global streaming platform for the arts. This 60-minute film, narrated by Fiona Shaw (Bad Sisters, Harry Potter, plus too many more to mention), sees internationally acclaimed choreographers compete for dance's version of the Oscars. The Match Netflix, streaming now If you're watching season two of The Devil's Plan and wondering why there's always a Go master in the line-up, this cut-throat drama could give you some context. For something at the other end of the spectrum entirely, Vince Vaughn, Susan Sarandon and a rake load of other famous people star in Nonnas.
Scotsman
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Taskmaster cast: who is in series 19
Full cast for Taskmaster series 19 and where you know them from 📺 Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Taskmaster features some familiar faces in Series 19. It includes the show's very first American. But where do you know the cast from? Taskmaster is back with another episode in a matter of hours and the comedians will face their first team task. The line-up was announced earlier this year but fans are finally getting to see them in action. Channel 4 has confirmed the start time for the latest instalment from Series 19. Find out how you can watch it today (May 8). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Greg Davies and Little Alex Horne will be casting their eyes over another batch of comedians this season. But who is taking part in series 19? Who is in the line-up for Taskmaster series 19? It is quite the mix of comedians who are facing the Taskmaster judges this season. And for the very first time there is an American competing on the show. The full line-up includes: Fatiha El-Ghorri Jason Mantzoukas Mathew Baynton Rosie Ramsey Stevie Martin Where do you know the Taskmaster cast from? Taskmaster series 19 | Channel 4 The line-up for series 19 includes plenty of familiar faces. But you might not be quite able to pinpoint where you recognise them from. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Fatiha El-Ghorri If you are a regular watcher of Live at the Apollo on the BBC, then you may have seen Fatiha performing on it in the past. She was also part of the cast for the second series of the Dave comedy game show Outsiders in 2022. You may have also heard her on podcasts such as Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster as well as The Guilty Feminist. Jason Mantzoukas A familiar face in hit comedy shows over the last decade, Jason has had memorable roles in Brooklyn Nine-Nine - where he played Adrian Pimento - and The Good Place (as Derek Hofstetler). He also voices characters in Netflix's Big Mouth including Jay Bilzerian. For those with a longer memory, you may recall him as the wildcard character Rafi in The League. While he also had a role in the Sacha Baron Cohen film The Dictator - playing Nadal. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Mathew Baynton A familiar face to fans of British TV comedy, Mathew has been part of the cast for Horrible Histories, Yonderland and most recently Ghosts. He also starred in The Wrong Mans alongside James Corden in the early 2010s. Mathew also played the lead role of William Shakespeare in the 2015 film Bill. And he was Felix in the 2023 hit movie Wonka. Rosie Ramsey Rosie is best known for her podcast Sh**ged. Married. Annoyed which she co-hosts alongside her husband - fellow comedian - Chris Ramsey. The show has been a huge hit since releasing its first episode in 2019 and they have toured the UK with it in the past. Stevie Martin Stevie is a comedian, podcaster and actor who you may have seen on other popular panel shows like 8 Out of 10 Cats - also on Channel 4. She has also had roles in shows like the BBC/ HBO comedy Starstruck. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad
Scotsman
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Taskmaster cast: who is in series 19
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now Full cast for Taskmaster series 19 and where you know them from 📺 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Taskmaster features some familiar faces in Series 19. It includes the show's very first American. But where do you know the cast from? Taskmaster is back with another episode in a matter of hours and the comedians will face their first team task. The line-up was announced earlier this year but fans are finally getting to see them in action. Channel 4 has confirmed the start time for the latest instalment from Series 19. Find out how you can watch it today (May 8). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Greg Davies and Little Alex Horne will be casting their eyes over another batch of comedians this season. But who is taking part in series 19? Who is in the line-up for Taskmaster series 19? It is quite the mix of comedians who are facing the Taskmaster judges this season. And for the very first time there is an American competing on the show. The full line-up includes: Fatiha El-Ghorri Jason Mantzoukas Mathew Baynton Rosie Ramsey Stevie Martin Where do you know the Taskmaster cast from? Taskmaster series 19 | Channel 4 The line-up for series 19 includes plenty of familiar faces. But you might not be quite able to pinpoint where you recognise them from. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Fatiha El-Ghorri If you are a regular watcher of Live at the Apollo on the BBC, then you may have seen Fatiha performing on it in the past. She was also part of the cast for the second series of the Dave comedy game show Outsiders in 2022. You may have also heard her on podcasts such as Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster as well as The Guilty Feminist. Jason Mantzoukas A familiar face in hit comedy shows over the last decade, Jason has had memorable roles in Brooklyn Nine-Nine - where he played Adrian Pimento - and The Good Place (as Derek Hofstetler). He also voices characters in Netflix's Big Mouth including Jay Bilzerian. For those with a longer memory, you may recall him as the wildcard character Rafi in The League. While he also had a role in the Sacha Baron Cohen film The Dictator - playing Nadal. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Mathew Baynton A familiar face to fans of British TV comedy, Mathew has been part of the cast for Horrible Histories, Yonderland and most recently Ghosts. He also starred in The Wrong Mans alongside James Corden in the early 2010s. Mathew also played the lead role of William Shakespeare in the 2015 film Bill. And he was Felix in the 2023 hit movie Wonka. Rosie Ramsey Rosie is best known for her podcast Sh**ged. Married. Annoyed which she co-hosts alongside her husband - fellow comedian - Chris Ramsey. The show has been a huge hit since releasing its first episode in 2019 and they have toured the UK with it in the past. Stevie Martin Stevie is a comedian, podcaster and actor who you may have seen on other popular panel shows like 8 Out of 10 Cats - also on Channel 4. She has also had roles in shows like the BBC/ HBO comedy Starstruck. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Have you got a story you want to share with our readers? You can now send it to us online via YourWorld at . It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
Irish Independent
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Today's top TV and streaming choices: Taskmaster, Cheat – Unfinished Business and West Side Story
Taskmaster Channel 4, 9pm Fatiha El-Ghorri, Jason Mantzoukas, Mathew Baynton, Rosie Ramsey and Stevie Martin are the latest celebrities to carry out Greg Davies's bidding. As ever, Alex Horne is on hand to dish out the tasks, which begin with something involving vinegar, raisins and peas. The ninth series begins in New Orleans, where the owners of the Iberville Cuisine and Oyster Bar hope Gordon Ramsay's expertise can save their business. Fíorscéal It used to be natural events and processes that shaped the planet, but these days, scientists claim it's humans who are having the biggest impact. This eye-opening programme examines the notion. West Side Story BBC Four, 10pm Not the Steven Spielberg version, but this is just as impressive. Inspired by Romeo and Juliet, it focuses on teens from rival New York street gangs who fall in love. Natalie Wood (above, with Rita Moreno) and Richard Beymer play the leads, but it's Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Sondheim's songs that are the real stars. Turning Point: The Vietnam War Netflix, streaming now 'The story of the United States in Vietnam was one of ignorance, hubris, and arrogance.' This comes from one of the many contributors with direct knowledge of this turning-point war. They also highlight the gap between what US presidents said publicly versus what they believed privately. In short, they were 'sincere in what they were doing – the problem was, they didn't know what they were doing.' Directed by Brian Knappenberger, the docuseries digs into one of history's most divisive conflicts, exploring its lasting impact on America's identity and global role. Using CBS News archives, rare footage, declassified records, and recordings, it outlines the political and cultural repercussions over two decades, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon. To say it offers a timely exploration of how the war's unresolved wounds, unlearned lessons, and enduring consequences continue to shape the world today would be a gross understatement. Cheat: Unfinished Business Netflix, streaming now In case you've ever wondered what Amanda Holden's been doing with herself, she's hosting this volatile reunion retreat comprising eight former couples who split as at least one of them cheated. The Eternaut Netflix, streaming now This week's foreign language offerings include K-Drama Weak Hero, Germany's Exterritorial (featuring a bilingual Dougray Scott), and this one featuring toxic snow in Argentina. Suspect: Shooting of De Menezes Disney+, streaming now Daniel Mays, Conleth Hill, Max Beesley, Emily Mortimer, Russell Tovey, and Edison Alcaide star in this recounting of one of the most catastrophic errors in British policing, the killing of an innocent Brazilian man in the wake of the 7/7 London bombings. Chef's Table: Legends Netflix, streaming now Celebrating culinary icons shaping modern food while marking the franchise's 10th anniversary, this series showcases four legendary chefs whose influence inspires generations globally. And one of them is Jamie Oliver. I won't lie, I haven't viewed even a single episode of this on account of the hammy narration provided by Penn Badgley's psychotic Joe (watching through Gogglebox was more than enough) and the parade of gormless sorts he's managed to slay on both sides of the Atlantic. Now, for season 5 (yes, five seasons) and 'the killer finale', he's back in New York to address yet more skeletons in his closet. Wear Whatever The F You Want Prime Video, streaming now Also returning to New York for another season, we have Clinton Kelly and Stacy London inspiring those in a fashion funk to express their unique style, even if it breaks all the style rules. To save a politician's estranged son after a failed drug deal, a perpetually dishevelled detective (Tom Hardy) rampages through the criminal underworld, revealing layers of corruption permeating East LA. This is quite the filming feat, given it was partially shot in the mean streets of Barry Island Pleasure Park, Wales. Flintoff Disney+, streaming now Chronicling Freddie Flintoff's remarkable cricket career, multitude of presenting gigs (A League of Their Own, Living With Bulimia, Australian Ninja Warrior), two Ashes wins with England, his status as a national sporting icon, and his return to cricket after a life-altering Top Gear car crash in 2022. If you only visit Disney+ to watch Star Wars-related fodder, there are new episodes of Andor: A Star Wars Story.
BBC News
27-02-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
BBC Asian Network celebrates Ramadan with new series and new host of Not Even Water
Asian Network's Ramadan podcast returns for its fourth series. Returning to the station after her success in Asian Network Comedy, comedian and writer Fatiha El-Ghorri will kick off the Ramadan festivities hosting the new series of Not Even Water, a fun and judgement free podcast for everyone about the month of fasting for Muslims. This series, Fatiha will be joined by an array of guests, including Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, comedians Shabaz Ali and Muhsin Yesilada and content creators Sebinaah and Nadoosh to discuss faith, fasting and everything about Ramadan. Fatiha El-Ghorri says: 'I am thrilled to be hosting the new series of Asian Network's Not Even Water. I'll be joined by some fantastic guests, and I can't wait to sit down with them, discuss what Ramadan and faith means to us and answer some burning questions about Ramadan.' Marking Eid, a special finale episode of Not Even Water will be recorded at Common Space in Bradford on Tuesday 25 March, in front of a live audience. Not Even Water Live is in partnership with Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture. Tickets are free of charge and are available to apply for now, until Sunday 9 March, through the BBC Shows and Tours website. The episode will also be available to listen to on BBC Sounds after the event. Ahmed Hussain, Head of Asian Network, says: 'Not Even Water is an integral part of Asian Network's programming and really is a podcast for everyone, so I am delighted that it is returning. Fatiha is a brilliant comedian and I know she, and the guests, are going to bring something fresh and exciting to the series.' Not Even Water is available now on BBC Sounds with a new episode airing weekly GD2
