Gordon Ramsay and Lisa Vanderpump return for the second instalment of Food Stars and bring their expertise and distinct leadership styles to the hunt for the next great innovator in the food and beverage industry. In a game-changing twist, contestants won’t just pitch their business ideas, they’ll also be vying to earn a spot on one of the moguls’ teams. With a life-changing $250,000 prize on the line, this competition series promises high stakes and high drama!
Editors Alex Soskin, Dave Berezai, James Sheldon and John Watts worked on the series for the first time, whilst Jamie Bull was part of the post team that set the format for the show on the first series and was delighted to return for more.
We caught up with a few of the editors to hear about their experience.
Alex Soskin talked about colaboration on a series such as this “Working on Future Food Stars was great fun, both Gordon Ramsay and Lisa Vanderpump gave the goods so that was fun footage to work with. Definitely the best takeaway was working with Studio Ramsay, Zach, JT and the producers and other editors. I was in-suite at the very start but then remote for the rest of the show. I remember days with lots of things to do, often editing different acts and the collaboration worked well. It felt like a well-run ship.” When we caught up with John Watts he said “It was an apprentice-style show, multi-camera, lots of music, multiple contributors with lots of separate audio tracks to mix. It was quite a tough gig but I did enjoy it and it was interesting to work for an American broadcaster and see how their style is different from the UK.” James Sheldon who worked on the Savoy episode (Ep 8) told us “It was a fun show to work on, I am a big fan of Gordon Ramsay’s shows. I worked fully remote on this series and it heavily relied on music scoring to drive the stories throughout the episode. As well as this, it required a lot of character arcs to build up not just across my own episode, but also to keep consistent throughout.”
Great work everyone!
Don’t miss the exciting launch of Future Food Stars US: Series 2 tonight 8pm on ITV2
Critics are raving about Our Knife Crime Crisis this week! In this latest doc from production company 22Summers, acclaimed actor and documentary producer Idris Elba dives into the harrowing reality of knife crime in Britain. In this deeply personal project, Elba meets victims, offenders, police officers, and grieving families to uncover the roots of the issue and explore how the cycle of violence can be broken.
The film features Pooja Kanda, whose son Ronan was tragically murdered in a case of mistaken identity. She sheds light on systemic failures and the risks faced by children excluded from school. Elba also visits The Royal London Hospital, where a pioneering programme embeds youth workers in the casualty department to support young victims of knife crime, offering them a way out of the cycle of violence.
Elba has meaningful discussions with King Charles and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer about solutions, advocating for earlier interventions. Reflecting on his own youth, Elba pushes for opportunities to be created for others, culminating in a knife crime summit at 10 Downing Street that brings together those directly affected to shape policy and inspire change.
We chatted to Franco about the documentary. He teamed up with director Ben Steele with whom he worked many times and built a great working relationship over the years. This project was a bit different to Franco’s usual work, he was excited to collaborate with Ben again and be involved with a big name like Idris Elba. Franco reflected on the creative challenges they faced: “With this type of commission, there’s always a risk it could feel like a presenter-led “trip around the bay” that is informative but lacking real heart. Our ambition was to buck that trend and make something that feels more like a well rounded documentary, with Idris going on a more personal journey, and where the audience could engage with the subject on an emotional level, and not only take in facts and figures”.
Our Knife Crime Crisis premieres on Wednesday, 29th January, at 9pm on BBC One.
Amanda and Alan’s Spanish Job. Voltage TV for BBC One
The dynamic duo are back, this time tackling their most ambitious project yet. Amanda Holden and Alan Carr are taking on a dilapidated three-storey townhouse in Andalusia, with plans to transform it into a stunning boutique B&B. With over 2,000 square feet to renovate, a crumbling roof to repair, and an outbuilding that’s barely standing, this project promises drama, laughs, and jaw-dropping transformations. Sam Frost and Steve Flatt both cut one episode each.
The talented Sam Frost is once again bringing her expertise to the editing room for this series. Sam previously worked on Amanda and Alan’s Italian Job, and when asked about this project, she said: “I absolutely love working on AASJ – I’ve done both earlier series of AA Italian Job, and the team is lovely. Tom Cullum and Claire Walls are great execs, plus I got to work with one of my favourite EPs, Alan Boyle. It’s the perfect way to chase away the January blues – a lovely bit of fluffiness and light relief from everything that’s happening in the world!”
Sam also shared a sneak peek of what viewers can expect: “This time, I worked on the master bedroom episode, where Alan and Amanda attempt to work together on the same room – chaos guaranteed! Plus, look out for Alan’s first time in a kayak…”
Amanda and Alan’s Spanish job starts Friday 24th Jan 8.30 on BBC One and IPlayer
This new series follows Guy Martin as he dives headfirst into some of the UK’s toughest, most skilled, and often underappreciated professions. Think grit, determination, and just a bit of danger, Guy wouldn’t have it any other way! Over four episodes, Guy fully immerses himself in these challenging roles, undergoing rigorous training, living alongside his co-workers, and learning first hand about the culture and significance of each job. Forget emails and spreadsheets; Guy’s all about getting his hands dirty and showcasing the incredible people who tackle these demanding tasks every single day.
In episode one, edited byIan David Smith, Guy takes on being a Trawler Deckhand, as a Grimsby native, he is eager to explore life at sea and learn what it takes to bring in the catch. Aidan Sansom also worked on this episode and told us “Guy is a real trooper. He got stuck in, earnestly, every waking hour he was on that boat, and always with a huge smile on his face. Heaven knows how”. When asked about the edit Aidan explained “The director got a huge amount of coverage, giving us the scope to tell the story of life on a fishing trawler without having to cut corners. From the up-close and personal, to the beautiful drone footage, it was all there.”
Episode three see’s Guy attempting to be a Firefighter, training in realistic, high-pressure scenarios and was edited by one of our favourite scousers, Roy Williams.
This series isn’t just about the jobs, it’s about the people who do them, the skills they master, and the communities they serve. Guy Martin’s Proper Jobs starts Sunday 26th Jan 8pm on U and Dave.
There’s something uniquely comforting about watching Monty Don explore Britain’s gardens. From his thoughtful commentary to the beautiful greenery, it’s the ultimate relaxing escape and this new series is no exception.
In his latest adventure, Monty delves into what our gardens reveal about us as a nation. Starting from the rugged northwest coast of Scotland and journeying to the northeast of England, he uncovers stories rooted in both the land and the people who nurture it. From romantic castle gardens to the private retreats of the King himself, Monty’s shows how gardens flourish even in some of Britain’s most challenging environments. In the series Monty challenges us to reconsider what a garden can be. Whether it’s a windswept patch of wilderness or a designed sanctuary, each garden tells a story about creativity, and the connection between people and nature.
We’re looking forward to this one, after all, what’s more soothing than Monty wandering through castle grounds, and windswept coastlines? Episode 5 is beautifully edited by Helena Vagnolini. She talked to us about working on the show “It’s lovely to see the passion and creativity people put into their gardens and how varied they can be in this country. Of course sometimes bad weather, or the time of year would affect how the gardens looked when Monty was visiting, so it was important for us to show how people produce gardens in all elements (Scotland in particular was a rainy visit) and we were keen to tell the stories behind how they came to be and the people who so enthusiastically look after them”.
Grab a cuppa and settle in! Monty Don’s British Gardens starts Friday 8pm on BBC Two.
Chef Jamie Oliver is serving up delicious, budget-friendly meals alongside brilliant money-saving tips. From everyday recipes to creative ways to stretch your budget, this show is all about delivering big flavours without breaking the bank.
Sam Thompsetthas edited “Jamie Oliver: Simply”, “Jamie’s Air Fryer Meals”and now Episodes 3 and 4 of Jamie’s £1 Wonders & Money Saving Meals. Sam said, “ I always have a great time working on Jamie shows, the team are fantastic to work with and I spend most of my down time cooking the recipes I’ve been editing all day!”
Jamie’s £1 Wonders & Money Saving Meals starts Monday 6th Jan 8pm on Channel 4.
Tuesday 7th Jan 9pm Editor: Melanie Golden: 2 Episodes Renegade / Ricochet for Channel 5
Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild. Channel 5
Mel was delighted to be working on this series again, she edited the Bulgaria episode which airs Tuesday 7th Jan and Utah which will be shown later this year.
Ben travels to Eastern Europe to meet Brits Jordan, Lewis and their two children, who are undertaking a renovation of a dilapidated farmhouse in a Bulgarian village. Ben uncovers the couple’s challenging pasts and gains a deep understanding of how crucial this fresh start is for their family.
The series starts Tuesday 7th Jan at 9pm on Channel 5!
Get ready for a sprinkle of festive magic! For the first time ever, the iconic Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane is pulling back the curtain. Christmas at Four Seasons: Park Lane is an hour-long special that takes us inside the luxury hotel’s glittering preparations for what promises to be their most spectacular Christmas yet. Think Michelin-starred festive teas with chocolate baubles, jaw-dropping Christmas trees, mountains of presents, and yes, a giant glitterball snowman!
Roy Williams and Aidan Sansom worked on this Christmas special. Roy said, “It was a gargantuan effort by everyone to get the Christmas episode out in time”. We’re glad that it worked out because its the perfect watch for Christmas Eve!
Aidan said “The edit team is a wonderful bunch of very creative editors and producers and the series producer, Claire Travers-Smith was an utter joy to work for. The most satisfying part was bringing the great characters to the fore and allowing their infectious charisma to shine”
Inside the Four Seasons: Park Lane is on Christmas 8.15pm on Channel 5
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This new two-part travelogue takes Gino D‘Acampo and Fred Sirieix to Austria and Croatia to see the pair attempting to be as eco-friendly as possible, eating vegan food, using green transport, and finding out about the impact of meat production and climate change.
In episode 1, edited by Paul Bussey, the friends explore the stunning Zillertal Alps in Western Austria, where beautiful but melting glaciers highlight the impact of climate change. They try vegetarian goulash, with Gino vowing to introduce meat-free Mondays across his restaurants. Rowing through the vast Hintertux Glacier and dancing the traditional Schuhplattler in Innsbruck, they immerse themselves in Austrian culture before heading to Vienna.
Episode 2, cut by Sean Schmolz, sees the duo head to Croatia where they are shocked by the ‘over-tourism’ in Dubrovnik and road-test the country’s answer to sustainable travel in the form of agrotourism before crossing the Adriatic for an off-grid adventure.
Gino and Fred: Emission Impossible has two episodes, the first will air on ITV1 at 9pm on Monday, December 16 with the second airing on Tuesday, December 17 also at 9pm.
