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Headliners with Nihal Arthanayake

BBC Radio 5 Livewww.bbc.co.uk

Nihal Arthanayake presents in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

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Episodes

Samson Kayo

Actor, producer and writer, Samson Kayo, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss the F1 movie, South London, and much more. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Jul 02, 20251 hr 6 min

James Jones

Award-winning documentary film director, James Jones, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Jun 29, 202559 min

Wretch 32

Artist, rapper and songwriter, Wretch 32, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Jun 25, 202558 min

Jeremy Renner

Avengers actor, Jeremy Renner, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Jun 22, 202543 min

John Sutherland

Author and former chief superintendent at the Met, John Sutherland, joins Nihal for an in-depth chat. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Jun 20, 202554 min

Asim Chaudhry

Actor, comedian and writer, Asim Chaudhry, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Jun 17, 202548 min

Megan Jayne Crabbe

Writer and socal media star, Megan Jayne Crabbe, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.

Jun 11, 202555 min

Adam Buxton

Writer and podcaster, Adam Buxton, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.

Jun 08, 20251 hr 18 min

Suzi Ruffell

Comedian, writer and actress Suzi Ruffell joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss coming out as a comedian and the political climate around equality in 2025. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Jun 04, 202552 min

Rag'n'Bone Man

Ivor Novello-winning singer Rag'n'Bone Man joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss success, staying away from social media, and the intimacy of smaller venues. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Jun 01, 20251 hr 4 min

Jordan Stephens

Writer, podcaster, and musician, Jordan Stephens joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss being a parent, and why we have to protect boys. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

May 25, 20251 hr 6 min

Anthony Horowitz

Nihal Arthanayake speaks to author Anthony Horowitz. Subscribe to Headliners for more exclusive in-depth interviews with guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

May 18, 202554 min

De La Soul

Posdnuos and Maseo from De La Soul join Nihal for an in-depth chat. They discuss the loss of their bandmate, Dave 'Trugoy' Jolicoeur and living in Trump's US. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

May 15, 202552 min

Jimmy Anderson

The greatest fast bowler of all time, Jimmy Anderson, joins Nihal for an in-depth chat. They discuss his retirement from international cricket, and the differences between Jimmy and James Anderson. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

May 11, 20251 hr 1 min

Geoff Norcott

Comic and political commentator Geoff Norcott, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss handling difficult audience members and, of course, politics. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

May 04, 20251 hr 7 min

Genevieve O'Reilly

The star of Star Wars' Andor, Genevieve O'Reilly, joins Nihal for an in-depth chat. They discuss the politics of Star Wars and the power of creative ambition. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Apr 27, 20251 hr 1 min

Eddie Kadi

Comedian and presenter Eddie Kadi joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss identity, and continuing to feel like an asylum seeker. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Apr 20, 20251 hr 9 min

Joanne Froggatt

Mobland star Joanne Froggatt joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Apr 13, 20251 hr 1 min

Alexis Bloom

Documentary filmmaker, Alexis Bloom, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. Recorded in December and centering on Alexis' Oscar-shortlisted documentary The Bibi Files. To bring the story up to date, Nihal also caught up with The Jerusalem Post's News Editor, Alex Winston, as Benjamin Netanyahu's trial and the political situation in Israel continue to evolve.

Apr 09, 20251 hr 5 min

Gareth Malone

Choirmaster and broadcaster, Gareth Malone, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Apr 06, 20251 hr 5 min

Tramell Tillman

The star of Severance, Tramell Tillman, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss his character, Seth Milchick, the places he had to go to play the role, and more. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Apr 02, 20251 hr 1 min

Suggs

Madness frontman, Suggs, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss facing up to alcoholism and communicating with his wife via walkie talkie. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Mar 30, 202557 min

Michael Lewis

Bestselling author, Michael Lewis, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss DOGE, Elon Musk, and the real people that keep a country like the US running. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Mar 26, 202552 min

Jack Thorne

Adolescence screenwriter, Jack Thorne joins Nihal for an in-depth chat. They discuss working with Stephen Graham, incel culture, and mobile phone use for his own children. The program contains discussion of the program Adolescence. Although there are no detailed descriptions of the plot, listeners trying to avoid spoilers should listen with care. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, spor...

Mar 23, 20251 hr 4 min

Shon Faye

Writer, editor, and presenter, Shon Faye, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss addiction, upbringing and sexuality. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics. This programme was edited following its original publication on 21st March.

Mar 21, 20251 hr 5 min

Jill Scott

Former Lioness midfielder turned presenter, Jill Scott, joins Nihal for an in-depth chat. They discuss the changes she's seen in the industry, and misogyny that endures. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Mar 20, 202556 min

Dr Kate Hays

Lionesses' sport psychologist Kate Hays joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss navigating toxic team environments and what it takes to win. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Mar 12, 20251 hr 8 min

Gary Lightbody

Snow Patrol's Gary Lightbody joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss his career, parents and writing his new book and album. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Mar 09, 202552 min

Omar El Akkad

The journalist and award-winning author Omar El Akkad joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss his new book 'One Day Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This' and much more. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Mar 05, 20251 hr 9 min

Billy Porter

Actor, singer and activist Billy Porter joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss his upbringing, the role he had to wait 25 years to land, and finding Buddhism. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Mar 02, 202557 min
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