The British TV Podcast

Chrissy & Ryan review the 2011 Christmas specials of UK TV. Plus a Top 10 list of favourite shows of the year.

We're back for this special episode about Chrissy's recent trip to the UK where she saw many British TV stars live on stage. Ryan also does a brief recap of recent shows he's seen on TV.

On our final podcast for the time being we discuss our favorite online resources about British TV. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, listener feedback, and predications about "Torchwood."

A feature on Richard Armitage. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on writer Lynda La Plante ("Prime Suspect"). Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases and listener feedback.

A feature on magic shows in the UK. Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on Stephen Moyer ("True Blood"). Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

"Downton Abbey: Live." Chrissy & Ryan attended a Meet The Actors event in Seattle and break it down for you. Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on Nick Frost & Joe Cornish ("Attack The Block"). Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, and listener feedback.

A feature on actor Darren Boyd ("Whites"). Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on actor Rufus Sewell. Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases and listener feedback.

A feature on Torchwood. Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases and listener feedback.

A feature on actor David Suchet. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases and listener feedback.

A feature on actor Griff Rhys Jones. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases and listener feedback.

A feature on "Outcasts." Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases and listener feedback.

A discussion on do we need BBC America? Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases and listener feedback.

A feature on Richard Ayoade. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases and listener feedback.

A feature on "The Crimson Petal and the White." Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases and listener feedback.

A feature on Sarah Smart. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on Catherine Tate. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on Matt Smith. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on actor Paul Kaye. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on Caroline Quentin and a tribute to the late Elisabeth Sladen. Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

Guest Kelli contributes to an all news and reviews show, including season retrospectives on "Being Human," and "Secret Diary of a Call Girl," the National Theatre's "Frankenstein" with Benedict Cumberbatch and this week's news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on actor Robson Green. Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on writer Alan Bleasdale. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on Simon Pegg. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, and shows running in the USA.

A feature on Comic Relief's Red Nose Day. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A discussion about the evolution of British sitcoms. Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on Harry Hill. Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on "Being Human." Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on actor Paul McGann. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on actor Timothy Spall (and his son Rafe). Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on "Spooks" (aka MI:5). Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on Matt Lucas and David Walliams of Little Britain. Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on "Shameless." Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

Our favorite shows of 2010. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

Reviews of the Christmas TV specials in Britain last week. Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, and shows running in the USA.

A feature on actor Michael Gambon. Plus reviews, news about British TV, the TV highlights over the Christmas holiday in the UK, and shows running in the USA.

A feature on the shows of Gerry Anderson. Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on the 50th anniversary of "Coronation Street." Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on comedian Johnny Vegas. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on "Misfits." Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on writer Andrew Davies. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on comic Bill Bailey. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on actor Martin Clunes. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on The League of Gentlemen. Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on "Sherlock." Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on Idris Elba and "Luther." Plus reviews, news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, and a new quiz.

A feature on Paul Merton as we celebrate our first anniversary. Plus news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, and listener feedback.

A feature on Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall (River Cottage). Plus reviews of last week's shows and the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, and listener feedback.

A feature on "Top Gear." Plus reviews of last week's shows and the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, and a quiz about modern police dramas.

A feature on actor Warren Clarke (Dalziel & Pascoe, The Red Riding Trilogy). Plus reviews of last week's shows and the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on writer David Renwick (Jonathan Creek, One Foot in the Grave). Plus reviews of new BBC comedies and the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

The best shows to introduce British TV to someone is the feature this week. Plus the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

Our Top 10 favorite comedies of all time is the feature this week. Plus the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

Our Top 10 favorite dramas is the feature this week. We also have a review of "Vexed," and the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, and a quiz about police shows from the 70s and 80s.

The top 5 comedies that inspired our British TV obsession is the feature this week. We also have reviews of a number of August premieres in Britain, and the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on actress Sarah Parish ("Mistresses"). Plus the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, and a new quiz from Michael.

Guest Dana joins us for a feature on British panel shows. Also reviews of the new "Sherlock" and the "Doctor Who" season 5 wrap-up. Plus the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on Russell Tovey and "Being Human." Also, Douglas Adams (hey, it's show 42) and the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on Jonathan Ross and salaries for public broadcasters. Also, the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on comedienne Miranda Hart. Also, the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on comedian Russell Brand. Also, the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, more "Doctor Who" reviews, and another quiz.

A feature on sitcom "The IT Crowd" which returns this week on Channel 4. Also, the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on actor Rob Brydon ("Gavin & Stacey"). Also, the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, listener feedback, and a quiz on cult scifi theme tunes.

A feature on the 2010 World Cup and the soccer-related programming appearing on British TV. Also, the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, and reviews of two more "Doctor Who" episodes.

A feature on illusionist Derren Brown. Also, the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A feature on the Eurovision Song Contest. Also, the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, listener feedback, and a wrap-up of the series finale to "Ashes To Ashes."

A feature on actor Dennis Waterman. Also, the usual weekly segments: what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, a review of the recent "Doctor Who" two part adventure, and listener feedback.

A feature on writer Simon Nye. Also, the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and previews of "Gavin & Stacey" and "Not Going Out."

A feature on British actors on American TV shows. Also, the usual weekly segments: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, and more reviews of recent Doctor Who episodes starring Matt Smith.

A feature on the British general election and what it means for the future of the BBC and television. Also, the usual weekly features: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases including the original 1970s version of "Survivors."

A feature on Charlie Brooker, TV critic, writer and presenter. Also, a review of the first Matt Smith "Doctor Who" story, "The Eleventh Hour," as well as the usual weekly features: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A look at the career of comedian Alan Davies, as well as the usual weekly features: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and reviews of "Small Island" and "Desperate Romantics."

A look at the career of the comedy double act Mitchell and Webb, as well as the usual weekly features: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A look at the career of writer Steven Moffat, the new producer of "Doctor Who," as well as the usual weekly features: news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

A look at the career of actor Philip Glenister (Gene Hunt from "Life on Mars" & "Ashes to Ashes"), as well as the usual look at the news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

This week, Chrissy and Ryan look at the career of actress and comedienne Meera Syal, as well as the usual look at the news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases including Wish Me Luck.

This week, Chrissy and Ryan celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a look at Irish television productions and actress Dervla Kirwan, as well as the usual look at the news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases including Dalziel and Pascoe.

This week, Chrissy and Ryan have a feature on the career of actress Jessica Hynes, best known for co-writing and co-starring in the cult series Spaced, as well as the usual look at the news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, and DVD releases.

This week, Chrissy and Ryan look at the news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases including GBH, and a feature on GBH actor Robert Lindsay.

This week, Chrissy and Ryan look at the news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, and a feature on the 25th anniversary of EastEnders.

This week, Chrissy and Ryan look at the news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, a review of Mumbai Calling, and a feature on the fall and rise of Saturday Night telly.

This week, Chrissy and Ryan look at the news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, listener feedback, a review of Garth Marenghi's Darkplace, and a feature on BBC1 versus BBC2.

This week, Chrissy and Ryan look at the news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, a feature on actor Peter Capaldi and a bonus feature, Why Can't ITV Do Comedy?

This week, Chrissy and Ryan look at the news about British TV including the possible US remake of Torchwood, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, listener feedback, and a feature on actress Julie Graham.

This week, Chrissy and Ryan look at the news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, and a feature on how to legally (and illegally) see shows from Britain including an interview with an intellectual property lawyer.

This week, guest host Howard joins Ryan with a look at the news about British TV, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, DVD releases, a review of Doctor Who: The End of Time Part 2, Day of the Triffids, Hamlet and The Turn of the Screw, and a feature about modern UK sketch comedy.

This week, Chrissy & Ryan talk about Christmas and what they got, look at the news about British TV, discuss ratings trends, what's on TV this week in the UK, shows running in the USA, a review of Doctor Who: The End of Time Part 1, and choose the best comedy of the decade.

This week, Chrissy & Ryan look at the news about British TV, go through all the highlights of what's on offer over Christmas week in Britain, shows running in the USA, and a feature on actor John Simm.

This week, Chrissy & Ryan look at the news about British TV, what's on TV this week, DVD releases in the USA, review Lark Rise To Candleford, and a feature on the career of comic Harry Enfield.

This week, Chrissy & Ryan celebrate their 10th podcast, look at the news about British TV, what's on TV this week, DVD releases in the USA, and a feature on comedienne Victoria Wood. Also quick reviews of Doctor Who: Dreamland, Free Agents, Reginald D. Hunter, and Susan Boyle's new album.

This week, Chrissy & Ryan discuss streaming video from Britain, Dead Set, look at the news about British TV, what's on TV this week, DVD releases in the USA, read listener feedback, and a feature on comic Graham Norton including an interview with a recent audience member to his chat show. Also quick reviews of The Queen, Paradox, Miranda, and a brief history of the Eurovision Song Contest.

This week, Chrissy & Ryan review the news about British TV, what's on TV this week, DVD releases in the USA, review The Old Guys, read listener feedback, and a feature on the career of comic Steve Coogan.

This week, Chrissy & Ryan review the news about British TV, what's on TV this week, DVD releases in the USA, review Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars, The Prisoner, and Collision, and a feature on the career of writer Russell T. Davies before Doctor Who.

This week, Chrissy & Ryan review the news about British TV, what's on TV this week, preview The Prisoner and Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars, DVD releases in the USA, and a feature on Irish comic Ardal O'Hanlon.

This week, Chrissy & Ryan review the news about British TV, what's on TV this week, DVD releases in the USA, and a feature on actress Romola Garai.

This week, Chrissy & Ryan review the news about British TV, what's on TV this week, DVD releases in the USA, and a feature on American remakes of British TV shows.