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Simon Watts

Simon is a feature writer for Podcast Rex

Julie Andrews to Narrate Pride and Prejudice in New Podcast Series

Timed with Jane Austen’s 250th birthday, a 25-part audio adaptation brings the classic novel to listeners in Julie Andrews’ unmistakable voice.

September 29, 2025

Big Guests: Lulu Reveals All, Becker Rebuilds

Pop legends, former Prime Ministers, and sports icons dominated conversations this week, sharing stories of addiction recovery, political leadership, and rebuilding after public setbacks.

September 28, 2025

TfL Marks 25 Years with New Season of Mind the Gap Podcast

Celebrities, staff and young superfans join Tim Dunn to celebrate London’s transport network, from the Olympics to Oyster cards.

September 25, 2025

British Comedy Legends: Essential Podcasts from the Nation’s Funniest

The UK has always punched above its weight in comedy, from Monty Python to The Office, and our podcast scene is no different. Here are the essential shows hosted by the comedians who've shaped British humour.

September 21, 2025

Big Guests: Big Guests: Ronson Reveals, Colman Charms

From Mark Ronson's musical revelations to Paddy McGuinness on depression, this week's podcast guests brought raw honesty and professional insights.

September 21, 2025

New podcast amplifies voices in fight against ovarian cancer

Hosted by Hannah Vaughan Jones, the new series shares survivor stories and expert insight to tackle stigma and raise awareness around ovarian cancer.

September 20, 2025

Big Guests: Robin Wright Opens Up, Sheen Gets Real

Personal struggles and professional triumphs dominated conversations as A-listers shared their most candid moments.

September 14, 2025

Colman & Cumberbatch Kick Off New Season of Dish

The hit food podcast returns today with Colman and Cumberbatch at the table — the first in a starry line-up for season eight.

September 10, 2025

Sex, Sobriety and Dating Without the Social Lubricant

How To Get Wet When You’re Dry sees journalist Anna Wolfe and guests tackle intimacy, identity and recovery with humour and honesty.

September 10, 2025

The Missing Sister Revisits the Murder of Joy Morgan and the Role of Her Church

Award-winning journalist Charlie Brinkhurst-Cuff investigates the disappearance of a 20-year-old student and the controversial organisation she belonged to.

September 10, 2025

Channel 4 News Launches TrumpWorld, A New Video Podcast on U.S. Politics

Fronted by Anushka Asthana and Matt Frei, the weekly series digs beneath the headlines of Donald Trump’s second term.

September 9, 2025

Big Guests: From Bake Off to Breakups

Dame Prue's wisdom, Wales manager's transformation, and modern dating dilemmas filled this week's conversations

September 8, 2025

The UK Emergency Alert Test: What Podcasts Revealed About Britain’s Digital Warning System

How was the planning for the alert covered and why were they doing it at all?

September 8, 2025