Junkies

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Entertainment reporters. Not Influencers.

Hosted by veteran journalists Melissa Nathoo and Jonny Nelson, this weekly podcast series takes a wry look at all the latest in film and TV news with incredible access to some of the biggest names to grace our screens.

Their combined expertise in showbiz spans over 25 years and with shows on ITV and Channel 5, this duo has collectively interviewed almost every big name you could think of.

Each week, you can listen in as they share stories from actual junkets with celebrities, the behind-the-scenes glamour of the red carpet and their own personal hot takes on the latest film and tv releases. You want to know what to watch this week, this podcast is for you.

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8 episodes
Updated July 27

Episodes8

Newest first

July 27 · 37 min
We have Dunesday upon us
A quiet week in entertainment news? Not on Mel and Jonny’s watch. In this episode of Junkies, the duo dissect Tom Hiddleston’s ambitious new Pompeii docudrama series. Is it history, drama, or peak earnest Hiddleston? As the first trailer for Avengers: Doomsday finally drops, Mel and Jonny break down every major reveal, discuss which MCU heroes are confirmed, missing, or rumoured to appear, and explore what the trailer could mean for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. And with the 10th anniversary of La La Land coming up, they look back at interviewing Ryan Gosling and discuss the success of his La La Hand campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 20 · 35 min
A Nerdy Conversation with Tom Cruise
This episode of Junkies unpacks the trailer for Tom Cruise's intriguing new film Digger and take a deep dive into Cruise's legendary back catalogue-including some insider insights into what Cruise's really like in real life. The pair shift gears to the world of Disney, discussing the latest instalment of the franchise, Descendants: Wicked Wonderland, and the major stars who got their big break in the Disney teen universe. Finally, they look at the incredible legacy of the beloved actor Sam Neill before wrapping with a first look at the brilliant trailer for Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh's Russian Cold War action-comedy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 13 · 36 min
You HAVE to see this film
Jonny and Mel talk about the experience of witnessing Christopher Nolan's Odyssey at the iMAX and speak to Matt Damon and Anne Hathaway about the world that he creates on set. They talk about new series Ride or Die and the on-screen friendship of Hannah Waddingham and Octavia Spencer as well as where you can spot Bill Nighy in London. Mel also reveals some audio from her very first junket with Sir Michael Caine, where she asked a few controversial questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 6 · 32 min
Callum Turner or Jacob Elordi for the next Bond?
In this episode of Junkies, Jonny and Mel are back to break down the hottest current and upcoming releases. They’re diving into the final season of The Bear and unpacking the hotly anticipated return of Silo. Plus, they share their unfiltered thoughts on the upcoming live-action Moana, and look at the rise of Callum Turner and his potential role as Bond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 29 · 31 min
Youth Hostelling with Asha Banks and Matthew Broome
Jonny and Melissa are back with a new episode of Junkies. This week they're unpacking the rise of YA Movies, like Your Fault London and how the stars in the film have been rocketed into global fame. They'll also be discussing the latest Toy Story film and the next DC universe instalment: Supergirl, with some life-goal revelations from Jason Momoa we didn't see coming! Finally, the pair wrap it up with a look into some casting news from the latest Harry Potter TV series, the huge list of British stars to join Only Murders in the Building for series 5, and who is the latest Hightower joining Westeros? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 22 · 33 min
In Nolan we Trust
This week, veteran entertainment journalists Mel and Jonny dive into two of the year's biggest cinematic events: the newly released Disclosure Day and Christopher Nolan’s hotly anticipated epic, The Odyssey. Will these blockbusters live up to the massive hype, controversy and fan theories? Plus, they get into the return of Disney+'s sexy new series of Rivals. And to top it all off, we’re bringing you exclusive interview gems from Emily Blunt and Ryan Gosling, alongside the story behind Mel’s most viral interview moment of all time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 15 · 32 min
Sexy Aragon, Adorable Grogu, Topless Galitzine and introducing Mel and Jonny
In this very first episode of Junkies, a brand new entertainment news podcast, veteran journalists Melissa Nathoo and Jonny Nelson discuss the re-boots hitting our screens this summer. With chats with Leo Woodall, Sigourney Weaver and a very awkward interaction with Sir Ridley Scott. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 9 · 2 min
Welcome Junkies
with Jonny Nelson and Melissa Nathoo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices