Louis meets writer and comedian Ben Elton. They discuss his long and varied comedy career, including standup at the iconic Comedy Store in Soho, as well as writing for Blackadder and The Young Ones. Ben also reveals his thoughts on so-called ‘cancel culture’ and the accusation of being ‘worse than Osama Bin Laden’. Warning: Contains strong language and sensitive themes. Links: The Young Ones https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLwc9lbJlIQ Blackadder https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rW2sBwrRbfo The Th...
Jul 31, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Louis meets actor and director Samantha Morton. The pair discuss depicting the British care system in her directorial debut, The Unloved, turning up high on live television, and the enthusiasm of Tom Cruise. Warnings: Some strong language and discussions of sensitive themes including drug use and sexual abuse. If you've been affected by sexual violence or any of the themes in this episode, you can find information and resources at spotify.com/resources Please note that this episode was recorded ...
Jul 24, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Louis meets disco legend and producer extraordinaire Nile Rodgers. Dialling in from his Connecticut home (one of five!), Nile tells Louis about his remarkable life and career, including the stories behind his biggest hits, his turbulent childhood years, and overcoming colourism. And Louis sings... Warnings: Some strong language and discussions of sensitive themes including sexual abuse and drug-taking. Links: David Bowie – ‘Let's Dance’ https://open.spotify.com/track/3ix6K4wZY29bCujrSznwFZ?si=30...
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Louis meets former child actor and bestselling author Jennette McCurdy. Calling in from Missouri, whilst on her book tour, Jennette talks to Louis about the process of writing her memoir, I’m Glad My Mom Died, her complicated feelings towards child stardom and how she’s managed to forge successful relationships since. Warnings: Some strong language and discussions of sensitive themes, including mental health issues, eating disorders, sexual abuse and death. For further information and support, v...
Jul 10, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Louis sits down in the Spotify studio with musician, writer and poet Nick Cave. Nick tells Louis all about his remarkable life and career, including being a member of the “most violent band in the world”, his relationship with God and being high on Top Of The Pops with Kylie Minogue. Warnings: Some strong language and discussions of sensitive themes, including drug use, violence and death. Links: Faith, Hope and Carnage by Nick Cave https://www.amazon.co.uk/Faith-Hope-Carnage-Nick-Cave/dp/183885...
Jul 03, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Fashion mogul and Queer Eye star Tan France beams in from Salt Lake City, Utah and tells Louis about his life and career, including growing up as a gay Muslim man in Doncaster, accidentally becoming part of a television phenomenon and being able to handle himself in a fight. Plus, Louis comes to terms with his ‘man in a shed’ energy. Warnings: Very strong language and discussions of sensitive themes Links: Queer Eye Netflix link (Season 1) https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/80160037 Wayne’s World ...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Louis is in the studio with the comedian and Chicken Shop Date host, Amelia Dimoldenberg. The pair discuss the Jiggle Jiggle TikTok phenomenon, struggles with anxiety and the possibility of dating the President of the United States. Warnings: Some strong language and discussions of sensitive themes Links: Louis on Amelia’s Chicken Shop Dates https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gnwr8x-W_fY&t=168s Aitch on Chicken Shop Dates https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fnZc88p2xKI Digga D on Chicken Shop Dates htt...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Louis meets singer, songwriter and DJ Craig David. Craig discusses his life and career, including how the TV series Bo Selecta affected his career, the benefits of celibacy and what it was like living in a hotel at Heathrow Terminal 5. Warnings: Contains strong language and sensitive themes. Links: Craig David Presents TS5 / KISS Ibiza https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X13UhVt7UMs Craig David Album – Born TO Do It https://open.spotify.com/album/5TedEgCbtmvDnXzUtXEFJY?si=W8F2Qu_6RF2fZlcVnFksaA TS5 ...
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 2
In this episode, Louis meets country and pop music legend Shania Twain. Calling in from her ranch in Southern Nevada, USA, Shania tells Louis about her amazing life and career, including performing in bars at 8 years old, discovering her husband was having an affair with her best friend, and the joy of taking her horse on tour. Warnings: Contains strong language and sensitive themes, including sexual abuse and suicide. Links: A link to a clip featuring international man of mystery Mutt Lange, wh...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Louis Theroux is embarking on a series of in-depth and freewheeling conversations with a curated collection of fascinating figures from across the globe. In this preview episode, we hear some highlights from the upcoming series which features guests including Shania Twain, Nile Rogers, Craig David, Nick Cave, Amelia Dimoldenberg and more. Listen free and exclusively on Spotify from Tuesday 6th June. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 22, 2023•4 min
