Bill Borrows
Bill Borrows is a leading journalist, feature writer and columnist. His work appears in most U.K. national newspapers from the Daily Mirror to the Daily Telegraph but also in publications such as the Times Magazine where he has produced exclusive interviews with rugby legend Owen Farrell and heavyweight World champion boxer Tyson Fury. He has been a regular contributor to the prestigious Radio Times magazine (and online) for over 10 years and during that time, alongside cover interviews with major TV personalities, has covered programmes on everything from the Paralympics to poltergeists and the Qatar World Cup to the Iraq War. Work has also appeared in many other magazines, including Cosmopolitan, Marie Clare, Grazia, Vogue Hommes International and TimeOut.
In a previous life he was Editor-at-Large at Loaded and interviewed his mentor, Hunter S. Thompson. He was also Editor-at-Large at Maxim magazine and Contributing Editor at Esquire and launch editor of both TimeOut Manchester and talkSPORT digital magazine. He is the author of the best-selling The Hurricane: The Turbulent Life and Times of Alex Higgins - Sports Books of the Year The Times & Sunday Telegraph, Books of the Year New Statesman - and also editor for several sport-related books including the talkSPORT Book of Premier League Legends and co-wrote the talkSPORT 100 Greatest British Sporting Legends with a lot of help from fellow journalist Tom Bailey.
On television he conceived and developed the Posh Pawn TV series for Channel 4 and was Associate Producer on the award-winning Murder in the Outback for Channel Seven in Australia and Channel 4 in the U.K.. A frequent contributor for BBC Radio 5, talkSPORT and talkRADIO, his areas of specialisation include sport, history, politics, TV and film. He is currently writing a biography of the greatest detective of the Victorian period and doesn’t get much free time but does admit to an addiction to true crime podcasts, following Manchester City football team and a weakness for Spanish food.
Latest articles by Bill Borrows
How to watch 'Cold Case Investigators: Solving Britain’s Sex Crimes' online from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
"Cold Case Investigators: Solving Britain’s Sex Crimes" has unprecedented access behind the scenes with this dedicated unit — stream for free and watch online anywhere
How to watch 'Kingpins' online and from anywhere — stream episodes 1, 2, 3
By Bill Borrows published
From deepest Mexico to Lebanon and across the U.K., notorious criminals reveal their private lives in new series. Here's how to watch "Kingpins" online from anywhere.
How to watch 'The Young Offenders' season 4 online from anywhere now
By Bill Borrows last updated
The new season brings us up to date with Conor and Jock who now have even more problems. Read on to find out how to watch "The Young Offenders" season 4 online from anywhere.
How to watch 'Home Sweet Rome!' online from anywhere right now
By Bill Borrows published
It's all change for 13 year old Lucy - new country, new experiences, new stepmom. Read on to find out how to watch "Home Sweet Rome!" online from anywhere
How to watch 'Uncle Samsik' online — stream the K-drama from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
The five episode premiere of the K-drama everybody is talking about drops this week. Here's where you can watch "Uncle Samsik" anywhere.
How to watch 'The Gathering' online from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
A talented young athlete is attacked at an illegal rave. Who is responsible and, more to the point, why? Here's how to watch "The Gathering" online from anywhere
How to watch 'Praying for Armageddon' online from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
When is the end of time? Right about now if you are a certain kind of U.S. evangelical Christian. And they can't wait — watch "Praying for Armageddon" online anywhere
How to watch 'Mbappe' online: live stream the documentary from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
From the streets of a tough Parisian suburb to a hat-trick in a World Cup Final and the acclaim as the best player of his generation and still only 25. Watch "Mbappe" from anywhere.
How to watch 'The Jennings vs Alzheimer's' online from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
Experts did not believe Alzheimer's to be a hereditary condition until Carol Jennings sent them a letter in 1986. Here's how to watch this moving doc from anywhere
How to watch 'Secrets and Spies: The Nuclear Game' online from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
How close was the world to nuclear destruction during the Cold War? Too close is the answer – here's how to watch "Secrets and Spies: The Nuclear Game" from anywhere.
How to watch 'Abba: Against the Odds' online from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
A surprising access all areas look behind the scenes at one of the most successful bands of the 1970s and 80s. Watch "Abba: Against the Odds" online anywhere
How to watch 'Spacey Unmasked' online from anywhere
By Bill Borrows last updated
After his acquittal in court of sexual assault charges in 2023, a new documentary brings further accusations – refuted by Spacey. Here's how to watch "Spacey Unmasked" online from anywhere.
How to watch 'Salman Rushdie: Through A Glass Darkly' online from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
"The Satanic Verses" author is now coming to terms with being attacked on stage in the U.S. and how AI has helped him do that — watch online anywhere.
How to watch 'Welcome to Wrexham season 3' online — stream it from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
If you've been following AFC Wrexham since the club was bought by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McIlhenny in 2021, here's where you can watch "Welcome to Wrexham season 3'.
How to watch 'The Rookie' season 6 online TV channel and streams
By Bill Borrows last updated
After all the twists of the last season, the drama continues at the Mid-Wilshire Patrol Division. Here is how to watch "The Rookie" season 6 from anywhere...
How to watch 'Spy/Master' online: stream Cold War espionage miniseries from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
The most trusted advisor to the Romanian President is about to be revealed as a Soviet secret agent. What does he do next? Here's where to watch 'Spy/Master' online and for free.
How to watch 'Blue Lights' season 2 online from anywhere now
By Bill Borrows last updated
A year in, the rookies face threats that are bigger and more dangerous than ever. Read on to find out how to watch "Blue Lights" season 2 from anywhere
How to watch 'Kurt Cobain: Moments That Shook Music' online from anywhere now
By Bill Borrows last updated
This new documentary features rare archive footage, taking a look at the last days of Kurt Cobain's troubled life. Here's how to watch "Kurt Cobain: Moments That Shook Music" from anywhere.
How to watch 'Under The Bridge' online — stream true crime drama from anywhere
By Bill Borrows last updated
Fourteen year old Reena Virk goes to meet friends at a party but never comes home. Young girls are accused of her murder. Here's how to watch "Under The Bridge" from anywhere.
How to watch 'Jamie's Air Fryer Meals' online from anywhere now
By Bill Borrows last updated
British chef Jamie Oliver reveals his top air fryer recipes, tips and hacks in his latest TV series. Here's how to watch 'Jamie's Air Fryer Meals' online from anywhere.
How to watch 'Secrets of the Octopus' online and stream the new James Cameron nature doc from anywhere now
By Bill Borrows last updated
Hollywood big-hitter James Cameron indulges his passion for the ocean in this Paul Rudd narrated documentary about the octopus. Here's how to watch from anywhere.
How to watch 'Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story' from anywhere now
By Bill Borrows last updated
The inside story of Bon Jovi, from the clubs of New Jersey to stadiums worldwide. Read on to find out where to watch from anywhere.
How to watch 'A Gentleman In Moscow' online and from anywhere
By Bill Borrows last updated
Confined to an attic room in a hotel opposite the Kremlin, an aristocrat has to build a new life as decades of history pass by. Watch "A Gentleman In Moscow" online and from anywhere.
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