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 'Shoresy' season 4 online and from anywhere – U.S. release date, free stream
By Bill Borrows published
Can Shorsey live without Canadian senior hockey? Jared Keeso's lovable cult hero faces new challenges. Here's how to watch "Shoresy" season 4 online from anywhere

How to watch '1923' season 2 online — stream 'Yellowstone' spinoff from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
The second season of the second "Yellowstone" prequel takes us into the early part of the twentieth century. Here's how to watch "1923" season 2 online from anywhere.

How to watch 'The Americas' online – stream docuseries narrated by Tom Hanks, release date, TV channel
By Bill Borrows published
Ambitious 10-part show with Tom Hanks telling untold stories of the natural world from pole to pole. Here's how to watch 'The Americas' online and from anywhere.

How to watch 'Suits: LA' online — TV channel, live streams, release date
By Bill Borrows published
The surprise bounce-back show of 2023 earned it a new spinoff and a move to California. Here's how to watch "Suits: LA" online and from anywhere.

How to watch 'The Baldwins' online — stream from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
Behind the scenes with a Hollywood A-lister and his family as he faces major court trial. Here's how to watch "The Baldwins" online and from anywhere.

How to watch 'A Thousand Blows' online — stream latest series from Peaky Blinders creator from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
No punches pulled in this riveting tale of Victorian London from the wrong side of the tracks. Here's what you need to watch 'A Thousand Blows' online from anywhere.

How to watch 'Married At First Sight Australia' season 12 online and for free
By Bill Borrows last updated
"Married At First Sight Australia" season 12 is set to be one of 2025's biggest reality TV ratings hits. This is how to watch "MAFS Australia" season 12 FREE from anywhere.

How to watch 'Memes and Nightmares' online from anywhere — stream NBA Twitter mockumentary
By Bill Borrows published
Part buddy cop flick, part satirical mockumentary... all laughs. Here's how to watch "Memes and Nightmares" online and from anywhere in the world.

How to watch 'Reacher' season 3 online — stream from anywhere, release date, time
By Bill Borrows published
For those who just can't get enough Jack Reacher, the new season starts with a three-episode drop. Here's how to watch "Reacher" season 3 from anywhere.

How to watch 'Good Cop/Bad Cop' online and from anywhere – Leighton Meester police dramedy
By Bill Borrows published
Knockabout comedy about a hapless police duo attempting to keep the peace in a small town. Here's how to watch "Good Cop/Bad Cop" online and from anywhere.

How to watch 'Thomas Jefferson' docuseries online from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
Major new six-part premium presidential biography across three nights. Here's how to watch "Thomas Jefferson" online and from anywhere.

How to watch 'BAFTA Film Awards 2025': live stream the ceremony for free, full replay, highlights
By Bill Borrows last updated
David Tennant once again welcomes Hollywood to the Royal Festival Hall for the BAFTA Awards. Read our guide for how to watch the "BAFTA Film Awards 2025" online from anywhere.

How to watch SNL 50th Anniversary Special online now – stream full replay on-demand
By Bill Borrows last updated
Following on from the 50th Anniversary concert, here's the live 3 hour telecast. How to watch "Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary Special" online and from anywhere.

How to watch 'I Kissed a Boy' season 2 online for free – premieres 2025
By Bill Borrows last updated
Dannii Minogue is still playing Cupid at a luxury farmhouse in Italy but now the boys are on the way back. Soon. Here's how to watch "I Kissed a Boy" season 2 online free from anywhere.

How to watch return of 'Tracker' season 2 online from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
Currently the most watched scripted-show on TV, "Tracker" season 2 returns from a mid-season break.Here's how to watch online with free options explained.

How to watch 'The Equalizer' season 5 online from anywhere – mid-season premiere of Queen Latifah crime show
By Bill Borrows published
Four years into the reimagining of a classic series and going from strength-to-strength. Here's how to watch "The Equalizer" season 5 online from anywhere.

How to watch 'The Gorge' online and from anywhere in the world
By Bill Borrows published
It's a tense horror/drama flick but is it right for a Valentine's Day release? You betcha. Here's how you can watch "The Gorge" online from anywhere.

How to watch 'Funboys' online – stream Northern Irish comedy series from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
A coming of age tale from Northern Ireland majoring on male inadequacy. Here's how to watch "Funboys" online, on TV and from anywhere in the world, and for free.

How to watch 'Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)' online from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
Multi-layered look at the life and legacy of Sly Stone and his band. Here's how to watch 'Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius) online and from anywhere in the world.

How to watch 'Invisible Boys' online – stream Aussie drama from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
Set against Australia’s 2017 same-sex plebiscite, this drama from Down Under explores teenage sexuality. Here's how to watch "Invisible Boys" from anywhere in the world.

How to watch 'The Masked Singer' U.S. season 13 online and from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
More singing celebrities disguised as mad characters? It can only be "The Masked Singer" season 13. Read on to find out how to watch online from anywhere.

How to watch 'Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy' online – stream 2025 romantic comedy from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
Big box office predicted for Bridget Jones 4 but not in the U.S. where it debuts on streamer Peacock. Here's how to watch "Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy" online from anywhere.

How to watch 'Virdee' online - stream Bradford detective show from anywhere
By Bill Borrows published
A cross-genre cop drama that meets the Bradford underworld head-on and doesn't blink. Here's how to watch "Virdee" online, on TV and from anywhere in the world.
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