How Not To Become A Meme
Summary
Marina Hyde and Richard Osmond address listener questions, starting with Osmond’s explanation of the BBC’s controversial decision to interrupt live Snooker coverage for *House of Games*. Hyde discusses how actors should handle internet memes, while the hosts analyze the logistical challenges of celebrity cameos in *The Devil Wears Prada 2*. They also explore the history of breaking the fourth wall in media and debate who the best celebrity quizzer is, before teasing an upcoming episode with Paul McCartney.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Octopus Energy, Peyronie's disease, and Carvana
Introduction and Richard Osmond's writer Tom Baker
BBC snooker coverage vs House of Games ratings
Richard Osmond's final House of Games episode
How actors should react to becoming memes
Sponsors: Lloyds Bank, Peyronie's disease, and NARS
Logistics of filming Devil Wears Prada 2 cameos
History and examples of breaking the fourth wall
Who is the best celebrity quizzer on TV?
Next week's Paul McCartney episode and sign off
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