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Kermode & Mayo’s Take

Mark Kermode, Simon Mayo

Booking Overview

A film criticism and entertainment interview show built around weekly reviews and conversations with prominent actors and directors promoting current releases. Credible pitches include notable filmmakers, screenwriters, producers, and performers with a new film, television project, or substantial perspective on the industry; booking is likely high difficulty because the show regularly features established screen and directing talent.

Metrics

Episodes: 305

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000

Listener location: United Kingdom

Instagram: 210.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

reception.enquiries@sonymusic.com

podcasts@sonymusic.com

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Host

Mark Kermode - British film critic, broadcaster, author, and filmmaker known for his extensive coverage and analysis of cinema.

Simon Mayo - British broadcaster, radio presenter, and author with a long career in entertainment programming and cultural coverage.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Established actors, directors, screenwriters, and other senior film professionals with a current theatrical, streaming, or television release and a substantive connection to the project.
Required Achievements:  
Major film or television credits, Directing or acting roles in notable releases, Award recognition or strong industry reputation, A current project with a clear promotional or critical-news hook

Recent Guest Discussions

Juliette Binoche - Queen At Sea, Caring For A Family Member With Alzheimer's, And Her Directorial Debut In-i In Motion.

Nicolas Winding Refn - His Return To Filmmaking And His New Film Her Private Hell.

Bill Pullman - Everybody Digs Bill Evans, Father-son Stories, Jazz, And Acting In Black And White.

Michael Sarnoski - The Death Of Robin Hood, Reimagining The Folk Legend, And Directing The Film's Action Sequences.

Johnny Flynn - & Sons, Its Unusual Filmmaking Process, Working With The Ensemble Cast, And Upcoming Screen Projects.

Recent Topics

Film, Film Criticism, Film Directors, Acting, Streaming

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Kermode & Mayo’s Take
:

Is THE UPRISING revolutionary or revolting? + PAUL GREENGRASS

October 08, 2026

The Take is now on Patreon: www.patreon.com/kermodeandmayo Become a Vanguardista or an Ultra Vanguardista to get video episodes of Take Two every week, plus member-only chat rooms, polls and submissions to influence the show, behind-the-scenes photos and videos, the monthly Redactor’s Roundup newsletter, and access to a new fortnightly LIVE show - a raucous, unfiltered lunchtime special with the Good Doctors, new features, and live chat so you can heckle, vote, and have your questions rea...

Does Mark dig Digger? + AARON SORKIN

October 01, 2026

The Take is now on Patreon: www.patreon.com/kermodeandmayo Become a Vanguardista or an Ultra Vanguardista to get video episodes of Take Two every week, plus member-only chat rooms, polls and submissions to influence the show, behind-the-scenes photos and videos, the monthly Redactor’s Roundup newsletter, and access to a new fortnightly LIVE show - a raucous, unfiltered lunchtime special with the Good Doctors, new features, and live chat so you can heckle, vote, and have your questions rea...

Does the new Austen adaptation suit Mark's sensibility? With George MacKay

September 24, 2026

The Take is now on Patreon: www.patreon.com/kermodeandmayo Become a Vanguardista or an Ultra Vanguardista to get video episodes of Take Two every week, plus member-only chat rooms, polls and submissions to influence the show, behind-the-scenes photos and videos, the monthly Redactor’s Roundup newsletter, and access to a new fortnightly LIVE show - a raucous, unfiltered lunchtime special with the Good Doctors, new features, and live chat so you can heckle, vote, and have your questions rea...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Kermode & Mayo’s Take
:

How do I get in touch with Kermode & Mayo’s Take?

Kermode & Mayo’s Take is hosted by Mark Kermode and Simon Mayo. Its publicly listed emails are reception.enquiries@sonymusic.com and podcasts@sonymusic.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Kermode & Mayo’s Take?

The publicly listed emails for Kermode & Mayo’s Take: reception.enquiries@sonymusic.com and podcasts@sonymusic.com.

How many listeners does Kermode & Mayo’s Take have?

Podseeker estimates Kermode & Mayo’s Take reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Kermode & Mayo’s Take?

Kermode & Mayo’s Take typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established actors, directors, screenwriters, and other senior film professionals with a current theatrical, streaming, or television release and a substantive connection to the project. Common among recent guests: Major film or television credits; Directing or acting roles in notable releases; Award recognition or strong industry reputation. Recent guests include Juliette Binoche, Nicolas Winding Refn, and Bill Pullman.

How hard is it to get booked on Kermode & Mayo’s Take?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does Kermode & Mayo’s Take cover?

Recent episodes cover Film, Film Criticism, Film Directors, Acting, and Streaming. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

reception.enquiries@sonymusic.com

podcasts@sonymusic.com

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