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, 2025•52 min
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, 2025•1 hr 4 min
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, 2025•1 hr 5 min
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, 2025•56 min
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, 2025•1 hr 8 min
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, 2025•52 min
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, 2025•1 hr 9 min
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, 2025•57 min
The Italian pianist and composer Ludovico Einaudi joins Nihal for an in-depth chat. They talk music as therapy and delve deep into Einaudi's upbringing and creative process. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 3 min
The star of Slumdog Millionaire, Freida Pinto, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They talk about becoming a parent, the film industry, and why she stepped out of the spotlight. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Feb 23, 2025•49 min
The neuroscientist and author joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. Among other things, they talk about Ariel's book and theories on why we should abolish death. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Feb 16, 2025•58 min
The physician and hugely successful podcaster Dr Rangan Chatterjee joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss access to health advice and why it's OK to have a different perspective. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Feb 09, 2025•54 min
The economist, YouTuber and former trader joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss his childhood, education and how he would address the UK economy. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Feb 05, 2025•55 min
The comedian, actor and podcaster Josh Widdicombe joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss Josh's tendency to catastrophise, his upbringing, and his take on Dryrobes. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Feb 02, 2025•53 min
The American philosopher and associate professor Agnes Callard joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They dig into the Socratic principle and its applications in modern life. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Jan 29, 2025•54 min
The crime writer and philanthropist joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss his journey in writing, Scotland and what comes next. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Jan 26, 2025•52 min
The award-winning filmmaker joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss his new film 2073, his reasons for making it and whether he feels optimistic about the future. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Jan 22, 2025•47 min
The Bard of Salford joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They talk about the importance of language, disarming bullies with comedy, and Essex. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Jan 19, 2025•1 hr
The NHS Consultant psychiatrist, comedian and author joins Nihal for an in-depth chat. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Jan 15, 2025•52 min
The Get Away actor and comedian joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They talk about being a woman in the entertainment industry, ADHD and parenthood. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Jan 12, 2025•55 min
Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Jan 08, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Brown Girls Do It Too host, Poppy Jay, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Jan 05, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Historian Emma Nagouse and Bastille's Dan Smith join Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They talk about their new show, discussing the historical figures from Dan's new album. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Dec 29, 2024•1 hr 2 min
TV's most decorated SAS leader joins Nihal for an in-depth chat. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Dec 22, 2024•58 min
UK comedy legend, Paul Chowdhry, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss Paul's family-friendly status, turning down reality TV and not calling Stanley Kubrick. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Dec 18, 2024•58 min
The magician formerly known as Dynamo joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss shedding his alter-ego, a difficult upbringing, and the real magic around us. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Dec 15, 2024•59 min
The Israeli-US comedian joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They talk politics, life informing comedy, and different types of laughter. Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Dec 11, 2024•50 min
Bassist, farmer and festival promoter, Alex James joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Dec 08, 2024•49 min
Online sensation and businessman, Vikkstar, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation. They discuss his rise to fame and the challenges that have come with it. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr
The Primal Scream singer joins Nihal for an in-depth chat. Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Dec 01, 2024•53 min