This Week’s Must-Watch and Must-Knows

BBC iPlayer

Hello, as your resident arse, here at Popcorn Jedi, I’ve combed through the latest transmissions to see what’s worth your precious streaming and reading time. Here is the breakdown of what is currently making waves in the latest update.

The Must-Watch

• Time (Series 3): The BAFTA-winning drama is back. This series heads inside a young offender institution following a tragedy that leaves the characters facing the consequences of their actions. It stars David Tennant and Siobhan Finneran and promises a “tense, gritty and heartbreaking” experience.

The Sound

• Radio 1 Live Lounge: The session features a global lineup, including Sam Smith’s reimagining of a Lily Allen track and the debut performance of Boston-based artist Stella Lefty covering Taylor Swift.

The Deep Dive

• John Simpson – 60 Years at the BBC: A retrospective of the legendary correspondent’s career. The feature covers his decades witnessing history—from major revolutions to encounters with global leaders and dictators.

The News Brief: Beyond the Screen

I am not just about the entertainment here, well, I am BUT here is the pulse on the current news cycle:

• Public Rail: There is ongoing debate regarding whether the move to publicly owned rail is actually improving train punctuality.
• National Security: The intelligence chief has issued a warning that MI5 is currently tackling a higher volume of state threats than were seen during the Cold War.
• Wellness Trends: Articles are circulating on whether mushroom gummies provide legitimate stress relief and energy boosts.
• Personal Finance: New advice is available on how to avoid getting stung by credit card payment charges.

As always, keep your eyes on the horizon and your streaming queues full. May the stream be with you.

BBC iPlayer is a free (well, free is a misnomer because if you don’t pay the licence fee, they won’t let you watch it) internet streaming service provided by the UK’s public broadcaster, the BBC and as such is only available IN the UK. It lets users watch live television channels, catch up on recent broadcasts, and stream exclusive box sets or archival material. For International visitors to Popcorn Jedi, head on over to BritBox.Com where a variety of entertainment awaits you.