Who are the hosts of Pilot TV?

The main hosts are James Dyer (Editor-in-Chief, Empire Magazine), Boyd Hilton (Entertainment Director, Heat Magazine), and Kay Ribeiro (journalist). Steph Seelan also appears frequently.

What is the format of the podcast?

It's a weekly panel discussion where the hosts review new TV shows. It begins with a 'What We've Been Watching' segment and often includes pre-recorded interviews with actors and creators.

Is this an interview podcast?

No, the primary format is a co-hosted review and discussion show. While it features guest interviews, the core of the show is the dynamic and debate between the hosts.

Is the podcast still running?

Yes, it is an active weekly podcast.

Pilot+ is the show's subscription service that offers a bonus weekly episode, ad-free listening, and early access to the main show.

Where can I listen to the Pilot TV Podcast?

The podcast is available on major platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Music, and Overcast.

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Pilot TV

Three veteran UK TV journalists and critics review the week's new shows with insider knowledge, irreverent humor, and frequent, chaotic debate.

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The brief

A panel show where three hosts (with a rotating fourth chair) discuss what they've been watching before diving into reviews of the week's major new TV series. The format is loose, frequently descending into playful arguments, tangents about their viewing habits (like a shared 'Yellowstone' watch), and industry gossip. Occasional pre-recorded interviews with major actors and writers are slotted into the discussion.

“The show's primary distinction is the chemistry and long-standing professional relationships between the hosts, which allows for candid, often hilarious disagreements. Unlike more structured review shows, Pilot TV's charm lies in its chaotic energy and the hosts' deep, sometimes nerdy, knowledge of television production and history.”

— What makes it distinctive

§1 · The host

Who hosts this show

From the creators of The Empire Film Podcast, Pilot TV is a weekly guide to television shows across all platforms. Hosted by Empire magazine's James Dyer, Heat magazine's Boyd Hilton, and journalist Kay Ribeiro, the show offers spoiler-free reviews, news, and occasional interviews. The hosts' goal is to help listeners navigate the overwhelming world of modern television, served with a heavy helping of insider knowledge and general chaos.

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Credentials & credits

James Dyer: Editor-in-Chief at Empire Magazine
Boyd Hilton: Entertainment Director at Heat Magazine
Kay Ribeiro: Features and Entertainment Editor, formerly at Heat Magazine
Steph Seelan: Recurring host/contributor

Other ventures

The Empire Film Podcast (parent podcast)
Empire Magazine (James Dyer)
Heat Magazine (Boyd Hilton, Kay Ribeiro)
Boyd Hilton contributes to BBC Radio 5 Live and Front Row
Boyd Hilton's book 'The Queerest of Folk' with Russell T. Davies (mentioned on show)

§2 · Classification

What kind of podcast

Niches

News Entertainment

Country: United Kingdom
Region: uk

§3 · Cadence & catalog

When new episodes drop

Publishing rate

~1.5/week

Not shown by Apple / Spotify

Total episodes

134

Last episode

8 days ago

Jun 22, 2026

Status

Active

Recent episodes

01
Sugar and The AgencyJun 22, 2026 · 1h 18m
02
House Of The Dragon and The Light In The Hall: Still Waters. With guest Javier BardemJun 15, 2026 · 1h 44m
03
Cape Fear, Alice And Steve, and The Witness. With guests Nicola Walker and Jemaine ClementJun 8, 2026 · 1h 52m
04
Tip Toe, Two Weeks in August, and La Brea. With guest Russell T. DaviesJun 1, 2026 · 2h 03m
05
Spider-Noir, Dear England, and The Boroughs. With Guests Joseph Fiennes and Jodie WhittakerMay 25, 2026 · 1h 55m
06
PONIES and Falling, with guests Emilia Clarke, Jon Bernthal & Ebon Moss-BachrachMay 18, 2026 · 1h 59m
07
Rivals, Believe Me, Gary, and Off Campus. With guest Steve CooganMay 11, 2026 · 1h 48m
08
The Cage, Secret Service, and Amandaland. With guest Jack ThorneMay 4, 2026 · 1h 56m

§3b · Editor's picks

Notable episodes

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01
Tip Toe, Two Weeks in August, and La Brea. With guest Russell T. Davies
Features an interview with acclaimed screenwriter Russell T. Davies, a recurring high-profile guest for the podcast.
02
Sugar and The Agency
Marks the return of host Kay Ribeiro after a long absence and features the hosts discussing shows that pushed them out of their comfort zones.
03
Cape Fear, Alice And Steve, and The Witness. With guests Nicola Walker and Jemaine Clement
Highlights the ongoing, chaotic saga of the hosts' shared 'Yellowstone' watch, a recurring theme of listener amusement.

§4 · Signature

What you'll be asked on this show

How the host interviews

This is a co-hosted panel discussion, not an interview show. The core of each episode is the hosts' roundtable review of new TV shows, framed by the recurring 'What We've Been Watching' segment. While the show features guest interviews, they are typically pre-recorded segments with actors or creators, separate from the main host dynamic.

Signature segments

· What We've Been Watching
· Playful host arguments and banter
· Spoiler warnings (often for 'spoiler-heavy' discussions)
· Pilot+ subscription plugs
· The 'Yellowstone' rewatch saga

Topics covered repeatedly

TV show reviewsStreaming services (Netflix, Apple TV+, Disney+, etc.)British televisionSpoiler discussionsTV industry newsBehind-the-scenes insightsListener questionsYellowstoneHouse of the Dragon

§5 · Guests

Who gets booked here

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Typical guest

Guests are typically high-profile actors (Javier Bardem, Emilia Clarke, Nicola Walker) or acclaimed screenwriters and showrunners (Russell T. Davies, Jack Thorne) promoting a new series being released that week.

Recent guests

Javier Bardem
on House Of The Dragon and The Light In The Hall: Still Waters. With guest Javier Bardem
Nicola Walker
on Cape Fear, Alice And Steve, and The Witness. With guests Nicola Walker and Jemaine Clement
Jemaine Clement
on Cape Fear, Alice And Steve, and The Witness. With guests Nicola Walker and Jemaine Clement
Russell T. Davies
on Tip Toe, Two Weeks in August, and La Brea. With guest Russell T. Davies
Joseph Fiennes
on Spider-Noir, Dear England, and The Boroughs. With Guests Joseph Fiennes and Jodie Whittaker
Jodie Whittaker
on Spider-Noir, Dear England, and The Boroughs. With Guests Joseph Fiennes and Jodie Whittaker
Emilia Clarke
on PONIES and Falling, with guests Emilia Clarke, Jon Bernthal & Ebon Moss-Bachrach
Steve Coogan
on Rivals, Believe Me, Gary, and Off Campus. With guest Steve Coogan
Jack Thorne
on The Cage, Secret Service, and Amandaland. With guest Jack Thorne

§6 · Channels & links

Where to find this show

§7 · Stats

Audience & reach

YouTube · first-party

Subscribers

1.9K

1,850

Avg views / video

855

Trailing window

Total views

144K

144,253

Videos published

134

Sponsor readEstimated

The podcast is primarily supported by its subscription service, Pilot+, which offers an extra weekly show, no advertisements, and early access to the main podcast. This is frequently promoted on the show.

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