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On The Box: The BritBox Podcast

Britbox
Britbox
Towards Zero
Riot Women
Lynley
Blue Lights
Television
Matthew Rhys
Sally Wainwright
The Lady
Ed Speleers
BBC Studios
Cardiff
Bristol
Rosalie Craig
Menopause
Ireland
Dublin

TV obsessives, this is your backstage pass to the best of BritBox and beyond.

On The Box: The BritBox Podcast is your weekly deep dive into the very best of BritBox and the TV pop culture shaping screens on both sides of the Atlantic.

Hosted by broadcasting legend Edith Bowman (BBC Radio 1, Soundtracking) and US comedian Michelle Collins (The View, Sirius XM), this podcast gives you the inside t... more

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Latest Episodes

We have a VERY special episode for you this week as we are joined by bonafide A-lister and British national treasure, Hugh Bonneville!

The star of Paddington sits down with Edith and Michelle to discuss the secret sauce that made Downton Abbey so p... more

From Sherlock to Father Brown, there's just no beating a Great British Detective story. In this episode, Edith and Michelle revisit a pair of classic episodes of Taggart and Inspector Morse, the hosts uncover some serious 90s nostalgia, amongst the ... more

Ed Speleers (You, Outlander, The Lady, Eragon) joins Edith and Michelle for a hilarious conversation about wild nights on the streets of Budapest, teasing and marvelling at Mia McKenna-Bruce on the set of The Lady, his best sources for pirate inspo, ... more

Edith and Michelle go deep on Belfast's answer to The Wire as they’re joined by Declan Lawn and Adam Patterson, the creators and writers of BAFTA-winning Northern Irish crime drama Blue Lights. Don’t miss as Adam and Declan break down how working in ... more

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Ed Speleers
Actor known for The Lady, Downton Abbey, Outlander, You, The Scorpions film
Actor
Episode: Ed Speleers ON I Didn’t Want To Go The Jack Sparrow Route
Declan Lawn
Co-creator, showrunner, director of Blue Lights
Blue Lights (BBC/RTÉ co-production)
Episode: Declan Lawn and Adam Patterson ON We Find Women To Be More Impressive Creatures
Adam Patterson
Co-creator, showrunner, director of Blue Lights
Blue Lights (BBC/RTÉ co-production)
Episode: Declan Lawn and Adam Patterson ON We Find Women To Be More Impressive Creatures
Leo Suter
Detective Inspector Lynley on Lynley; star of the show
Beecam House, Vikings: Valhalla (Netflix)
Episode: Leo Suter ON After A Few Guinness In Dublin
Mia McKenna-Bruce
BAFTA-winning actress known for The Lady and The Seven Dials
The Lady (BritBox/ITV collaboration)
Episode: Mia McKenna-Bruce ON Really Wanting A Perm
Sally Wainwright
Writer/Director of Riot Women
Home team – Riot Women
Episode: Sally Wainwright and Rosalie Craig ON They’re All Wankers
Rosalie Craig
Actress in Riot Women
Riot Women cast
Episode: Sally Wainwright and Rosalie Craig ON They’re All Wankers
Matthew Rhys
Actor known for The Americans; star of Towards Zero
Towards Zero
Episode: Matthew Rhys ON Why Leach is 100 Times Hotter Than Columbo

Hosts

Edith Bowman
Host of On The Box: The BritBox Podcast; long-standing broadcaster with a focus on TV and pop culture.
Michelle Collins
Co-host on On The Box: The BritBox Podcast; known for banter, interview lead, and easy guest engagement.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 126 ratings
  • Amazing podcast!

    This podcast is my new favorite. So happy I came upon it. I am a huge fan of British shows I love learning all about shows from the guests on the show. I think Edith and Michelle do a great job with this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Henxly
    Spaina month ago
  • Love!

    My two favorite things combined, British TV and Michelle Collins. Can’t wait to hear more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Debespi
    United States2 months ago
  • Thrilled!

    Michelle and BritBox - my favorites have met! So excited to also listen to Edith.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sjmom22
    United States2 months ago
  • Love!

    Just the best, really enjoyed this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nic Williams 10
    United States2 months ago
  • All in

    So glad to hear more Michelle Collins!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kab7jax
    United States2 months ago

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Ed Speleers ON I Didn’t Want To Go The Jack Sparrow Route
Q: How did you and Mia prepare your two-hander dynamic on set for The Lady?
They built a trusting, collaborative relationship in rehearsal with a strong director, which helped them navigate tense material and keep the energy buoyant in scenes.
Ed Speleers ON I Didn’t Want To Go The Jack Sparrow Route
Q: Did you refer to other pirate roles when you were preparing for the character?
Ed explains he drew from pure personal memory of pirates rather than imitating established characters, aiming for originality while acknowledging the iconic nature of some source material.
Matthew Rhys ON Why Leach is 100 Times Hotter Than Columbo
Q: Where did you film? Where was it? What was the location?
Matthew Rhys explains that filming took place across the West Country, including Devon, Wiltshire, and Bristol, with specific locations tied to Agatha Christie's writing influences and a hotel with an Agatha Christie suite often visited by American tourists; he also notes the practicalities of working with a tight budget and time constraints.

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A breezy, insider-focused chat about BritBox titles, TV pop culture, and behind-the-scenes moments from actors, writers, and creators. The show centers on witty banter between two hosts who co-create a fast-paced, insight-driven conversation with exclusive cast interviews and production stories. Listeners get a mix of show recommendations, deep dives into craft, and playful industry gossip, with a strong emphasis on BritBox titles and recent TV chatter. Notable strengths include high-energy host dynamics, accessible unpacking of production details, and guests who offer practical insights into acting, writing, and directing for TV and theatre. This makes it a compelling pick for fans of British television and pop culture who want expert comm... more

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1. Ed Speleers
2. Declan Lawn
3. Adam Patterson
4. Leo Suter
5. Mia McKenna-Bruce
6. Sally Wainwright
7. Rosalie Craig
8. Matthew Rhys

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