This week, in honour of May being Mental Health Awareness month, we’re looking back at three conversations that show the true complexities of mental wellbeing. First up we have TV fashion Guru, Susannah Constantine! Here she opens about her mother’s mental health battles and how that made her the person she is today. Next up is dancing queen Shirley Ballas, who candidly discusses her relationship with disordered eating and body dysmorphia. Last but not least is the brilliant radio host and DJ Ka...
Apr 30, 2024•33 min
As his new drama 'Red Eye' debuts on ITV, we're delighted to be joined by an esteemed actor whose dulcet tones earned him a writing deal with Audible - which proved just as successful as his acting. It's Richard Armitage! Richard talks us through a fascinating career that's taken him from performing in his school's version of The Hobbit aged 11 to West End smash hits, cracking TV dramas and back to The Hobbit - as in, one of the biggest film series of the last decade. We also chat about screenwr...
Apr 26, 2024•48 min
This week we're bringing you some of our favourite laugh out loud moments on WWQT so you can start your week off right! First up, we have ultimate funny man Brian Conley, who revisits the time he met Tom Cruise and absolutely put his foot in it - oops! Then we have one of our favourite comedians, Joe Pasquale who tells us about the dangers of moose antlers and how they very nearly killed him. Plus, we've got the brilliant Tom Allen who talks about his late father, who was the complete chalk to h...
Apr 23, 2024•22 min
Today's guest is a celebrated actor who can seamlessly turn his hand to any number of different roles - be it TV dramas, comedy blockbusters or Tony-nominated runs on Broadway. It's the lovely Stephen Mangan! After almost becoming a lawyer and instead finding his way to acting after real tragedy, Stephen's gone on to enjoy a hugely successful career on stage and screen. He chats to us about his love for his huge Irish family - he has 52 first cousins! - as well as the importance of a varied CV a...
Apr 19, 2024•49 min
This week, we’re here with some last minute motivation in the run up to the London Marathon this Sunday! Whether you’re a runner or simply there for the good vibes, you’re bound to be inspired by our fantastic guests. First up, we have cricket legend Phil Tufnell, who tells us about his own biggest inspirations and how they’ve helped him through the most challenging of times. Then, we have Olympian Dame Denise Lewis who recalls the biggest moments of tough love that have pushed her on and taught...
Apr 16, 2024•30 min
Joining us today is the esteemed actor and comedian you’ll no doubt know from shows like Mock the Week, Fleabag, Outnumbered - and even a few scenes of the latest James Bond film. It’s the wonderful Hugh Dennis! Before heading back out on tour with Steve Punt for the first time in a decade, Hugh chats to Kate about the joys of letting your career dictate its path, how he found himself in the likes of Fleabag and James Bond, and the importance of finding your tribe. For all the latest news, click...
Apr 12, 2024•56 min
This week we’re revisiting our brilliant chat with the extraordinary Prue Leith. She’s a businesswoman, chef, entrepreneur, TV personality and author and she’s back on our screens once again this Sunday for the final episode of Channel 4’s special Stand Up to Cancer Bake Off series. Here, she tells us about her belief in reinventing yourself every 25 years and reminisces on her most incredible life journeys, from food to love - and everything in between! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
Apr 09, 2024•51 min
Joining us this week is a phenomenal singer-songwriter with one of the most recognisable voices in pop music. It’s noughties icon Anastacia! Anastacia joins Kate following the release of her latest album, “Our Songs,” a unique project that pays homage to the music she fell in love with while in Germany. Together, they chart her life all the way from childhood - where you would have found her and her sister performing some somewhat inappropriate songs from the musical Hair in the living room - to...
Apr 05, 2024•52 min
This week, to celebrate the long Easter weekend we're revisiting some brilliant guests that have reminded us of the importance of family and the support they bring. From the heartwarming to the ridiculously hilarious, we've got something for everyone. First up, it's HRH Princess Eugenie who talks us through the line of phenomenal women she's come from. Then we have Colleen and Maureen from the iconic pop band The Nolans, who tell us how international touring brought them even closer. Plus, we ha...
Apr 02, 2024•32 min
Joining us today is an esteemed actor and writer whose incredible career has seen him star in some of the county’s biggest films and TV shows, write a plethora of successful children books and inadvertently set himself on fire - it’s the lovely Ben Miller! We chat to Ben about how his dream career seemingly unfolded before his eyes, his enduring fascination with the legacy of our childhood and lasting advice he’s found from the most unlikely of sources - including fellow Footlights alumni and fo...
Mar 29, 2024•40 min
As Ralf Little departs one of the BBC's most-watched shows, Death in Paradise, after an incredible 5-year reign, we thought we'd revisit our conversation with him where we talk all about his fascinating journey so far! From his 25-year career spanning iconic shows like The Royle Family and 2 Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps, to auditioning for Tom Hanks and even his semi-professional footballing career - he's a man of many talents! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...
Mar 26, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Joining us today a former model who has gone from well-known to well-loved, establishing herself as a powerful advocate for autism awareness: it’s the wonderful Christine McGuinness! Fresh off her stint in BBC Two’s Pilgrimage: The Road Through North Wales, Christine joins Kate to chart her remarkable journey to public prominence. From struggling to fit in at school and falling into the wrong crowd, her childhood was fraught with challenges and confusion. However, Christine has found answers in ...
Mar 22, 2024•43 min
Continuing the weekend’s St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, we’re looking back at some of our favourite Irish guests on today’s episode. Iconic Boyzlife duo, Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden tell us how the Irish find support in community at the best and worst times - from family holidays to funerals alike. We also hear from the mega-talented singer-songwriter and poet Imelda May, who reminisces about her hilariously chaotic childhood growing up in a huge Irish family. Plus, TV presenter Craig Doyle ...
Mar 19, 2024•38 min
Joining us today is a true dance music legend and maestro behind the turntables: it’s the iconic Fat Tony! His journey to becoming a household name wasn’t without its challenges. He joins Kate to chart his career from starting out as a club doorman to DJing around the world and forming lifelong friendships with A-listers like Kate Moss and Boy George - all while struggling with debilitating addiction issues that almost destroyed him. He chats to Kate about his recovery, finding joy in his now-si...
Mar 15, 2024•1 hr 4 min
We're back with another Celebrity Big Brother housemate - talent show legend and our old friend Louis Walsh! We've loved watching him spill all of the industry secrets so far and it's only been a week, so what better time to revisit some of his best tales! We talk about everything from the X Factor to his favourite 90s pop memories. You’re in for a proper trip down memory lane! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 12, 2024•52 min
Joining us today is a woman who despite numerous bouts of bad luck and health concerns, remains as radiant and joyous as when she first burst onto our Strictly scenes: it's the lovely Amy Dowden! She chats to us about how her spirit has been tested - but never broken - by various health concerns over the last few years. We also celebrate her incredible return to Strictly, hear about the amazing sacrifices her partner Ben has made and the dream destination at the end of her road to recovery. ***P...
Mar 08, 2024•1 hr 1 min
This week we're diving back into our chat with broadcasting legend - and Celebrity Big Brother's newest housemate - Fern Britton! She talks all things family secrets, IVF struggles and her incredible journey from award winning presenter and journalist to best-selling novelist! She's a fantastic lady and we wish her the best of luck as she enters the house! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 05, 2024•50 min
This week, we have the pleasure of welcoming the legendary chef, author, restaurateur, and TV star, Michel Roux Jr. Michel joins us fresh from closing the doors on La Gavroche, his iconic two Michelin-starred restaurant in Mayfair, for the final time. He sits down with Kate to discuss some of his wildest stories working in the restaurant, why selling it was never an option, his decision to leave MasterChef, and what’s next after spending practically his entire life in the kitchen. Plus, he share...
Mar 01, 2024•48 min
This week’s episode feels particularly special because Leigh Francis, my dear friend, steps out as himself for the very first time. Starting from his school days in Leeds and early career, meeting his now-wife, Jill, his first forays as a hard-up comic, starting out working with Sacha Baron Cohen and Noel Fielding to how Celebrity Juice was conceived at my 30th birthday party! It’s time to meet the man behind all the masks, it’s Leigh Francis. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on App...
Feb 23, 2024•1 hr 11 min
This week, we’re treating you to a special bonus episode featuring the insightful psychotherapist you may recognise from his Sunday Times best-selling book “Ten to Zen”, it’s the wonderful Owen O’Kane. Owen joins Kate for a candid conversation about his unique journey to becoming a therapist. From witnessing the troubles in Northern Ireland first-hand, struggling to accept his sexuality, to finally stepping into the spotlight. Becoming a therapist wasn’t a straightforward journey either. It bega...
Feb 20, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Joining us today is an esteemed actor who you’ll know from the likes of Downton Abbey, Cold Feet, Toast of London and countless stage shows across the country: it’s Robert Bathurst! He joins us the morning after another night spent inhabiting the troubled but intriguing life of journalist Jeffrey Bernard as part of his latest run of the one-man play Jeffrey Bernard is unwell . He chats about that, some of the most haunting - and hilarious - times he’s died on stage and having the confidence to d...
Feb 16, 2024•45 min
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, we thought it was the perfect time to celebrate some of our all-time favourite couples! And there's a big Strictly theme this week – from the adorable Janette & Aljaz who talk to us all about their feisty meeting and the moment they fell in love, to Strictly winner Kelvin Fletcher and his wife Liz Marsland who share what they admire most about each other. We've then got former Loose Women anchor, journalist and presenter Andrea McLean, who tells u...
Feb 13, 2024•29 min
This week we’re joined by the nation’s favourite grumpy comedian - the incredibly funny Jack Dee! Jack joins Kate to chart his journey through his unconventional path to comedy. Despite struggling through most of school, acting was the one thing that felt like home - so that’s where he set his sights. He tells us how while working in a bar, he discovered a newfound zest for learning and academia, which set the stage for an unexpected turn from acting to the world of comedy and a storied career e...
Feb 09, 2024•53 min
We’ve officially entered the month of love, so to get you in the mood we’re serving you some of our favourite tales of romance! From Monty Don’s declaration of love on the Yorkshire Dales to Sara Davies’ emotional speech to her husband in front of her entire staff. Or Michelle McManus’ chance meeting with her husband on a night out she was reluctant to go on - we’ve got heartwarming, funny and potentially tear-jerking stories for you. You can listen back to these episodes in full here: Monty Don...
Feb 06, 2024•29 min
Joining us this week is an esteemed actress whose career across stage and screen has seen her become a staple for millions of viewers around the country - it’s the amazing Sue Cleaver! Ahead of returning to the stage in the new Sister Act musical next year, Sue joins us for a chat about how she looked to maintain a sense of anonymity while on the UK’s biggest soaps, how she met her biological mother entirely by chance and what it’s really like in the I’m A Celebrity... jungle. ***Please take the...
Feb 02, 2024•43 min
As we finally get to wave goodbye to the year's most notoriously miserable month and look forward to brighter days ahead, we’ve collected some of our favourite animal-related laughs to put a smile on your face as we shut the door on January! From Will Mellor cremating the wrong family cat, to Alastair Campbell telling us how his daughter involved the former prime minister in her campaign to get a dog, to even - erm - making a duck orgasm like Craig Doyle, it’s all in a day's work! You can listen...
Jan 30, 2024•27 min
This week, we’re joined by the witty funnyman you’ll know from the likes of 'The Apprentice: You’re Fired' and 'Bake Off: An Extra Slice' – it’s the incredibly charming Tom Allen. Tom joins Kate to take a delightful stroll down memory lane and reminisce about his Bromley roots. Growing up as a slightly awkward, top-hat-wearing teenager with a penchant for fine silverware and dinner parties, Tom’s journey through school wasn’t exactly focused on finding his tribe but rather on beating to the soun...
Jan 26, 2024•1 hr 9 min
If you need some motivation to get back into the gym this month, we’re taking a trip down to our cellar to revisit some of our most inspiring, sweet and hilarious tales which will hopefully ease any apprehension you're feeling about your new fitness kick! Whether you’re interested in finding a community to support your fitness journey, like the brilliant singer Tom Grennan. Or on a mission to find the love of your life, like the lovely TV presenter Craig Doyle. Or you just want to find a private...
Jan 23, 2024•23 min
This week’s guest is a familiar face from the Coronation Street cobbles, having spent over 7 years there - the delightful Catherine Tyldesley! Catherine joins Kate ahead of her upcoming venture into musical theatre, starring in the musical version of Bonnie and Clyde. Despite it being her debut, she tells us all about how musical theatre was actually her first love. She also chats about her chance romance with her now-husband (a tale of being each other’s opposite types on paper but a perfect ma...
Jan 19, 2024•53 min
Seeing as we’re right in the thick of one of the toughest months of the year, we thought that anyone taking up Dry January might like some inspiration to keep them on track for the rest of the month! So on today’s episode, we revisited some of our best conversations about changing your relationship to alcohol. First up, we talked to the lovely Lisa Riley - television presenter, actor and Emmerdale’s beloved Mandy Dingle - about the hardcore partying that went on behind the scenes of the Strictly...
Jan 16, 2024•23 min
