Why Did Tim Davie Resign?

aka: Why Does No One Narrate Movie Trailers Anymore?

aka: The Death of Movie Trailer Voiceovers

aka: He Would Have Got Paid a Fortune

11 November 2025

In episode 200: Tim Davie has resigned as BBC Director General. Who could replace him, and what does this mean for the future of UK broadcasting, public trust, and the licence-fee debate?

Is Kim Kardashian’s new drama All’s Fair really as bad as critics claim? What is with all the gloves?

Tim Davie is stepping down from his role at the top of the BBC after 5 years. What are the power struggles, political pressures, and internal drama shaking the corporation that has led to him announcing his departure, and that of CEO of News Deborah Turness? Is the BBC entering a new era of media turmoil? Will President Trump sue?

Plus, slated as “possibly the worst TV drama ever” with scathing reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, Richard and Marina break down the legal-firm storyline, the over-the-top performances, and whether the show is worth watching for the drama around it’s release.

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