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What to Watch on Netflix: The Cheer special! Feb 21, 2020

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If you haven't seen Cheer yet, you are in for an absolute treat. This 6 part documentary series focuses on the personalities and journeys of a group of Cheerleaders in the small town of Corsicana , Texas. On the face of it, this is a show about acrobatics, tumbling and fierce competition - but scratch below the surface and it's like no show you've seen before. It is a compelling and gripping look at empathy, acceptance, determination and family in all it's guises.

How does that narrative translate over here in the UK? Well, Dotty found out when we invited London's finest Cheerleading troupe, Ultimate Cheer, in to discuss what they love about the show - and how closely it resembles their own experiences.

Then, in an unexpected turn of events, we got a call from Cheer superfan Rob Rinder who took us down an incredible rabbit-hole as he talked about why the show means so much to him.

If that wasn't enough (!) Jamie caught up with the creators of Locke and Key to talk spooky doors and also Ben Hardy from the explosive 6 Underground to find out what life as a megastar actor is really like.

What to Watch on Netflix - The Receipts Podcast Feb 14, 2020

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If you don't already know about The Receipts podcast, prepare yourself for one of the most entertaining listens of your life.

Dotty sat down with Tolly, Milena and Audrey for a no-holds-barred talk through all their favourite Netflix shows - and good grief -these girls watch a LOT of it!

There are FAR too many shows to name here, but holy smokes - if you're in a bit of a Netflix rut, these ladies have got it covered. From True Crime to comedy, not a single streaming stone gets left unturned. It's unfiltered, fresh and raucous - you have been warned!

Jamie also spent a few minutes chatting to Lana Wilson - the director who had the amazing task of following Taylor Swift around for a few years to give us a glimpse into the life of the world's biggest star!

We hope you enjoy listening. if you have anything you'd like to ask or say, please drop us a line over on twitter - our handle is @NetflixUK

What to Watch on Netflix: Next in Fashion Feb 07, 2020

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It's time to put your glad rags on, summon the #glamsquad and prepare for the catwalk!

Next in Fashion takes the hottest talent in fashion design from around the globe, and pits them against each for a staggering $250,000 prize. It's got everything from tears to tears (fyi that works better when you say it) as well as two incredible hosts. Queer Eye LEGEND Tan France has teamed up with designer and all round fashion icon Alexa Chung. Dotty grabbed them both for a brilliant chat with über cool designer Henry Holland - and it is a RIOT!

You may have read that Netflix has done a deal with something called Studio Ghibli and it's quite a big deal. Don't worry if you're feeling a bit of FOMO because Jamie caught up with all round brilliant guy and Japanese culture expert Jonathan Ross himself to give you a guided your of their incredible work. If you weren't a fan before - you'd better brace yourself, because it is awesome.

And we always keep a promise, so Gena drops by to keep you fully up to speed with what has landed on Netflix today.

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What to Watch on Netflix: Sex Education Jan 31, 2020

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There’s no escaping Sex Education! Back for it’s second season, the heartwarming and hilarious series tackles everything you’ve ever wanted to know about your jiggly bits - and some things you didn’t KNOW you wanted to know.

Dotty sat down with the cast to talk about their new found fame, the conflict between church and bananas, their own sex education and how difficult social media makes life for today’s teenagers. Of course, we went round and got their Netflix recommendations too and were amazed to hear Asa’s delightful singing voice!

Jamie then sat down for an intriguing chinwag with Sex Ed script Supervisor Alix Fox to find out exactly how you go about shaping those incredible storylines.

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Bafta Special Pt 2: The Irishman & Marriage Story Jan 24, 2020

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The second part of our BAFTA special features some incredible Hollywood legends.

After watching the incredible 'Marriage Story' Dotty managed to stem the tears for just long enough to sit down with writer and director Noah Baumbach. They discussed everything from that infamous argument scene to the use of CGI in movies.

As if that wasn't enough, Jamie got the chance to spend some time in the same room as none other than Robert De Niro. In town to talk all things 'The Irishman', Robert was in a reflective mood - discussing working with long time collaborator and friend Martin Scorsese - as well as the infamous 'Irishman table read' of 2012. What a guy.

Then, seeing as it's Friday - Dotty gave her pal Gena a call. Gena actually works at Netflix, so was able to tell us all the great stuff that's landed on today. She's trawled through it all - so you don't have to!

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We hope you enjoyed listening. if you have anything you'd like to ask or say, please drop us a line over on twitter - our handle is @NetflixUK

Bafta Special Pt 1: The Two Popes & Dolemite is my Name Jan 22, 2020

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In this first of our two-part BAFTA special, Dotty had the pleasure of sitting down with the people behind the multi awards nominated 'The Two Popes' - Pope Francis himself, Jonathan Pryce was there along with writer Antony McCarten, producer Tracey Seaward and director Fernando Meirelles. Aside from some tantalising glimpses behind the scenes of one of the greatest films of the year - they discuss the Vatican's reaction to the film and of course - what they watch on Netflix.

Jamie East also had the honour of grabbing a few precious minutes with Costume design legend Ruth Carter. She is the brains behind some of the most incredible clothes you've seen on screen - from her relationship with Spike Lee, through Black Panther, to pimping up Eddie Murphy for Dolemite is My Name.

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We hope you enjoyed listening. if you have anything you'd like to ask or say, please drop us a line over on twitter - our handle is @NetflixUK

What to Watch on Netflix - Trailer Jan 17, 2020

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Every Friday, host Dotty (BBC Radio 1Xtra Breakfast Show), along with film and TV guru Jamie East (Thronecast, Previously, on...), sit down with some of Netflix's biggest stars and the creators behind some of our best shows to talk about their latest projects and more crucially - what THEY watch when they get a spare second!

From brand new shows to deep dives into the catalogue, What to Watch on Netflix is your guide to all things great.

We would love to hear what you think. Let us know over on twitter @NetflixUK

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