Bill Borrows

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

The Northern Mystics, on the ball in blue, claimed the 2024 Grand Final while Mainland Tactix, red, will want to go at least one better this year than losing semi-finalists

How to watch 2025 ANZ Premiership Netball from anywhere - live streams, schedule, TV guide

By Bill Borrows published

Three horse race or a dark horse about to make a mark? Here's how to watch a "2025 ANZ Premiership" live stream FREE online wherever you are in the world.

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Travis Taylor, an engineer and best-selling author who holds PhDs in Optical Science and Engineering, Aerospace Systems Engineering, in "The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch" season 6 (2025)

How to watch "The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch" season 6 online from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

The mystery and mythical status of the area in Utah's Uinta Basin endures. Here's how to watch "The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch" season 6 online and from anywhere.

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There are staff with issues and issues with the staff on "Below Deck" season 12

How to watch 'Below Deck' season 12 online – stream reality TV without cable

By Bill Borrows published

Ever wondered what happens onboard a luxury yacht? Well, wonder know more. Here's how to watch reality TV show "Below Deck" season 12 from anywhere.

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Person standing behind coffin with stain glass windows

How to watch 'The Mortician' online – stream true crime from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

Distressing three part look into the activities of a man trusted to look after the dearly departed. Here's how to watch the new series "The Mortician" online from anywhere.

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A "camouflage" of Robertsons? Possibly. There's a lot of them anyway. Here's "Duck Dynasty: The Revival"

How to watch reality TV gold in 'Duck Dynasty: The Revival' online from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

Ever wondered what happened to the Robertsons? Here's how to watch "Duck Dynasty: The Revival" online and stream all episodes no matter where in the world you are.

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U2 frontman Bono has a one man show that at least one reviewer has claimed shows "humility"

How to watch 'Bono: Stories of Surrender' online from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

This is the visual element of the multimedia onslaught about to drop everywhere. Here's how to watch "Bono: Stories of Surrender" online.

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Not unexpectedly, Academy Award winner Kevin Costner hosts and exec produces "Kevin Costner's The West"

How to watch 'Kevin Costner's The West' online — stream from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

A dramatic ride through a range of conflicts that helped shape America. Here's how to watch "Kevin Costner's The West" online and from anywhere.

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Actor and comedian Paul Reubens as himself, not Pee-wee Herman

How to watch 'Pee-wee as Himself' online – stream Paul Reubens documentary from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

An in-depth look at the man who would be somebody else in a two part doc not made by himself. Here's how to watch 'Pee-wee as Himself' online from anywhere in the world.

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"Not Her First Rodeo" follows the Elite Lady Bull Riders in competition

How to watch new docuseries 'Not Her First Rodeo' online from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

A look behind the scenes in the dangerous world of the Elite Lady Bull Riders. Here's how to watch "Not Her First Rodeo" online and from anywhere.

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Gordon Ramsay plus cutting edge surveillance equipment equals "Gordon Ramsay's Secret Service"

How to watch 'Gordon Ramsey's Secret Service' online - stream from anywhere around the world

By Bill Borrows published

Another spin on the idea that a British chef can transform poor U.S. restaurants by swearing a lot. Here's how to watch "Gordon Ramsey's Secret Service" online from anywhere.

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Campaigners on the streets reflecting issues raised in "The British Blood Scandal: Poisoned at School"

How to watch 'The British Blood Scandal: Poisoned at School' online from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

The impact of decisions made in the 70s and 80s still resonate today. Here's how to watch "The British Blood Scandal: Poisoned at School" online and from anywhere in the world.

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Knife maker and survival instructor Matt Wright returns to show how it's done in "Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing" season 3

How to watch 'Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing' season 3 online – stream from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

If you like your survival reality TV from the comfort of your sofa, this is for you. Here's where to watch 'Naked and Afraid: Last One Standing' season 3 online and from anywhere.

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Alana "Honey Boo Boo" Thompson, now 19, narrates her own life complicated story in "I was Honey Boo Boo"

How to watch 'I Was Honey Boo Boo' - Stream Alana Thompson's story anywhere across the world

By Bill Borrows published

Now 19, Alana Thompson shines a light on the darkness in her life as a child star. Here's how to watch "I Was Honey Boo Boo" online and from anywhere.

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Dr. Theo Watson (played by Jim Watson), Dr. Magalie "Mags" Leblanc (Laurence Leboeuf), Dr. Bahir "Bash" Hamed (Hamza Haq), Dr. Neeta Devi (Rekha Sharma) and Dr. June Curtis (Ayisha Issa) call York Memorial home

How to watch 'Transplant' season 4 online from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

The final season of the popular Canadian medical drama is being given a big send off. Here's how to watch "Transplant" season 4 online and from anywhere today.

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Jim (played by Josh Holloway) and Nina (Rachel Hilson) have a plan in "Duster"

How to watch 'Duster' Season 7 online - stream the J.J. Abrams action from anywhere in the world

By Bill Borrows published

It's J.J. Abrams' first co-writing gig for six years and of course it's brilliant. Here's how to watch the new series "Duster" online from anywhere in the world.

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But what is going on behind the smiles in "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" season 2? Tune in to find out.

How to watch 'The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' season 2 online from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

Yet more gossip and drama in Salt Lake City. Here's how to watch "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" season 2 online and from anywhere in the world.

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The "Virgin Island" line-up of courageous adult virgins seeking help from a hands-on form of sex therapy

How to watch 'Virgin Island' online – stream the racy reality TV dating show from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

Twelve virgins allow a team of sexperts to help the with their physical intimacy issues. Here's how to watch "Virgin Island" online from anywhere.

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Dannii Minogue, host of I Kissed a Boy, poses in a silky emerald green dress as two male hunks snog in the foreground ahead of season 2 of the all-male dating show.

How to watch 'I Kissed a Boy' season 2 online – stream Episode 1 now from anywhere

By Bill Borrows last updated

Dannii Minogue is still playing Cupid at a luxury farmhouse in Italy but now the boys are returning on Sunday, 11 May 2025. Here's how to watch "I Kissed a Boy" season 2 online free from anywhere.

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Emilia Schüle dazzles as Marie-Antoinette in the new season on PBS

How to watch ‘Marie Antoinette’ season 2 online – stream the costume drama from anywhere

By Bill Borrows last updated

The two year wait for the next installment is finally over. Here's how to watch ‘Marie Antoinette’ season 2 online and from anywhere in the world.

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Lights, Camera, Drama: Three contestants on "RuPaul's Drag Race: All Stars" Season 10 turn it up to 11

How to watch 'RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars' season 10 online and from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

You may have seen the Queens before but everything else is bright shiny new. Watch "RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars" season 10 online and from anywhere

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Yoko Ono and John Lennon together on rooftop in New York

How to watch 'One to One: John & Yoko' online from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

An intimate portrayal of one of the most famous couples in the world at a key time in their lives. Here's how to watch 'One to One: John & Yoko' online from anywhere in the world

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Ella Langley performs during Amazon Music Country Heat at Country Radio Seminar in Nashville, Tenn

How to watch '60th Academy of Country Music Awards' online from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

The longest-running country music awards comes show from Frisco, Texas this year. Here’s how to watch from anywhere in the world.

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"Conan O'Brien Must Go" season 2 sees eponymous host wearing lederhosen in Austria

How to watch 'Conan O'Brien Must Go' season 2 online from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

The sophomore return of the ginger comedian in various weird locations. Here's how to watch 'Conan O'Brien Must Go' season 2 online from anywhere in the world

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Charlie Cale (played by Natasha Lyonne) trying to get to the bottom of something in "Poker Face" season 2

How to watch 'Poker Face' season 2 online

By Bill Borrows published

Possibly the funniest 1970s detective homage series ever as back. Here's how to watch the "Poker Face" Season 2 online and from anywhere in the world

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Robin Roberts (right) hosts all three episodes of "Murder Has Two Faces"

How to watch 'Murder Has Two Faces' online from anywhere

By Bill Borrows published

New true-crime series that shines the light on murders that the media ignored first time round. Here's how to watch 'Murder Has Two Faces' online and from anywhere in the world

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