Today’s guest has presented Channel 4 News for the last 25 years and whose affable charm was on full display during his impressive eight-week stint on Strictly late last year. It’s the wonderful Krishnan Guru-Murthy! Krishnan joined Kate ahead of the Strictly live tour to chat about his incredible journey to the Channel 4 newsroom, how he’s passed on values learned from his parents down to his own children, and just how transformative his Strictly experience was. ***Please take the time to rate ...
Jan 12, 2024•57 min
It's no exaggeration to say that today's guest help redefine how an entire generation of women saw themselves, their aspirations and their sexuality. It's the author of Sex and the City and tons of other bestselling books, Candace Bushnell! Candace dials in from New York City ahead of her one-woman show's UK debut to discuss how, through her writing, she came to redefine how women saw themselves. Of course, there's also plenty of time for a chat about Sex and the City and the crossover between h...
Jan 05, 2024•1 hr
We've got a bonus midweek episode today with a brand new guest, as we welcome the woman who captured the feeling of the pandemic better than anyone and has gone on to become the UK's best-selling poet of the last two years. After losing her family business, Donna Ashworth turned to what had always been a hobby and began sharing her poetry online. It captured the feelings of worry and isolation so many were feeling with the likes of Pink, James Corden and Khloé Kardashian sharing her words. She j...
Jan 02, 2024•46 min
We've made it! The end of another year. And what a year it's been, as we've enjoyed the company of some truly special guests over the last year. So we thought for this bonus episode of Something from the Cellar, we'd pull together some of our favourite moments from the last year. There's plenty of laughs to be had, as comedian and podcaster Fay Ripley talks about how she ended up buying Gwyneth Paltrow's vagina-scented candle (yep!), while Craig Doyle reveals his very special talent to do with D...
Dec 29, 2023•22 min
Merry Christmas! We hope you've been having a lovely festive break with friends and loved ones. But, if you do need to escape from the madness for half an hour or so, we've got you covered. On today's dive into the WWQT cellar, we've pulled up some of our favourite festive clips from years gone by. And, boy, are there some Christmas crackers in here; including chats about masterful singing exploits from the likes of Luke Evans and Michael Ball & Alfie Boe, as well as who would be seated at M...
Dec 26, 2023•23 min
Today’s guest is a music legend with six UK number ones and 50 million records sold around the world. His band was arguably the biggest name in music during the 1970s. But he’s known most of all for two words he screams every year: “IT”S CHRISTMAS!” Slade frontman Noddy Holder joins Kate for a Christmas tipple and a chat about his remarkable career. From starting out in the pubs when he was barely a teenager to selling out the biggest stages around the world, he’s done it all with a cheeky glint...
Dec 22, 2023•1 hr 14 min
Currently, the coveted Christmas no.1 spot is held by legendary duo Wham! thirty years after ‘Last Christmas’ was released. So we thought it no better time to celebrate one half of the era-defining double act: George Michael. These are some of our favourite George Michael stories we’ve heard on the show, including how Aled Jones ended playing rounders with him while at Bob Geldof’s wedding - scarcely believable. Elsewhere, Martin and Shirlie Kemp reminisce about how George ended up joining them ...
Dec 19, 2023•29 min
Joining us this week is the nation’s favourite and most trusted gardener, with a 20-year career as a celebrated television host and author – it’s the delightful Monty Don! Ahead of the release of his new book, ‘The Gardening Book’ - which caters to both green-fingered enthusiasts and those new to the world of gardening - he joins us to share the fascinating journey of how he became one of the biggest names in gardening. This takes us from his childhood, where he flunked out of school, to courtin...
Dec 15, 2023•1 hr 4 min
It’s been twenty years since Michelle McManus’ cracking voice - and healthy dose of Scottish charm - won the second series of Pop Idol. To mark such a milestone, Kate sat down with her old friend to look back over it all. From having to contend with the horrific misogyny that ended up stalling what she hoped would be a long music career, to winning the hearts of millions through sold out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe and stints on BBC Scotland, Michelle has seen it all. We chat about her incredi...
Dec 12, 2023•1 hr 4 min
It’s a slightly different affair today, as Kate heads to Chelsea’s hottest new pub to speak to its owner - who also happens to head up his own restaurant empire, have an honorary doctorate in philosophy and was recently on holiday with Kate. It’s legendary chef, Tom Kerridge! Before a (delicious) lunch at The Butcher’s Tap & Grill, Kate chats with Tom about how vital pubs are in sustaining a sense of community around the country and the challenges he relishes in running his own restaurant em...
Dec 08, 2023•1 hr
On this week’s venture into our WWQT cellar, we’re ringing in panto season in style! Graced by the presence of our pantomime godfather Christopher Biggins, he dives into some of his most cherished memories of his nearly 60 year career and the dazzling stars he’s met along the way. We also hear from triple threat extraordinaire Bonnie Langford on what it was like working in panto during covid and how her beloved dog got her through. And we also look back at our chat with all round man of the stag...
Dec 05, 2023•31 min
Joining us today is ex-special forces soldier and star of the acclaimed show SAS: Who Dares Wins – it's the incredible Jason Fox. He joins Kate to chart his exhilarating journey, starting from his decision to join the military at the young age of 16. We find out more about his remarkable ascent through the ranks of the armed forces, spanning two impactful decades, until his unfortunate discharge due to PTSD. But Jason's story doesn’t stop there. Post-military life was challenging. Returning to c...
Dec 01, 2023•51 min
On this week’s trip to our famous WWQT cellar, we’re celebrating the phenomenal Hannah Waddingham! In honour of her new Christmas special, Home for Christmas, we’re revisiting some conversations with a few of her most cherished industry friends! First up is Hollywood favourite, Luke Evans, who just so happened to make a surprise musical appearance in the special! He tells us what it was like first establishing himself in the industry after leaving home at just 16 and the jobs that got him by. El...
Nov 28, 2023•31 min
On today’s episode, we’re joined by a very familiar face. He's the renowned news and sports anchor formerly from BBC Breakfast and now Channel 5's early evening news show: it’s Dan Walker! Fresh from the release of his new book, “Standing on the Shoulders,” where he explores the stories of extraordinary individuals making a difference in their communities, Dan sits down to share personal anecdotes about the remarkable people who have left a mark on his life. From Des Lynam’s sage career advice i...
Nov 24, 2023•59 min
On this week's dive into the WWQT cellar, we are honouring some jungle legends that have come before! Former King and Queen, Joe Swash and Stacey Soloman, tell us all about how they found love while working on I’m A Celeb and their life as a blended family with six kids. We also hear how 2020 campmate Vernon Kay pulled out his thermals for the freezing Welsh climate – and we hear from Georgia Toffolo, the reality star turned jungle queen turned published author, about her time on the show and th...
Nov 21, 2023•30 min
Joining us today is a man who has graced our television screens and radios for nearly three decades. In fact, in 2008, he was officially crowned the most-watched man on UK television, seen by 1 billion viewers. It’s Adrian Chiles! We map out his life from – as Adrian puts it – being successful, to famous and successful, to - in many people’s minds - just successful, and the toll that he says it has put on him mentally. We also chat about his move towards mindful drinking and his journey to lower...
Nov 17, 2023•1 hr 1 min
I'm A Celebrity... is back this week! So for this week's journey into the WWQT cellar, we're here with all you need to know about three of this year's Jungle-bound campmates. Fred Sirieix talks to us about what lessons he's drawn from his years as everyone's maître d', while Josie Gibson talks us through a hugely difficult period in her life that she shared with Malin Andersson. Plus, we hear about the true realities of modern-day social media romance from restaurant critic powerhouse, Grace Den...
Nov 14, 2023•31 min
Joining us today is one of our best-loved and best-known chefs who's been running restaurants for over 40 years now! He's the author of countless recipe books and he's back again with a brand new book called “Simple Suppers.” It’s Rick Stein! He dials in from Newcastle fresh from his book launch to chat about his long and interesting life: from travelling the world at 18, to opening his first restaurant, to his first moments on TV, and how he has the police to thank for his career after they shu...
Nov 10, 2023•58 min
On today’s dive into the WWQT cellar, we’ve got a little amuse-bouche to whet your appetite ahead of Friday’s episode featuring legendary chef Rick Stein. We’re looking back at previous chefs who have graced the show! Actress, cook, and best-selling author Fay Ripley describes her dream dinner party and opens up about a real-life dinner party nightmare when an A-list guest came for dinner! Plus, businesswoman, chef, and Bake-Off judge Dame Prue Leith reflects on her incredibly diverse career, wh...
Nov 07, 2023•30 min
Joining us today is perhaps the most famous choirmaster in Britain, on the cusp of a nationwide tour designed to get even the most cautious of singers up on their feet: it’s Gareth Malone! He dials in from his rehearsal studio for a chat about how music runs through the very fabric of his existence and how it’s been a tool for celebration, reflection and healing across his life. We also speak about how he inadvertently became the country’s music teacher during Lockdown - and we can’t resist roll...
Nov 03, 2023•1 hr
On today’s dive through the WWQT cellar, we’re taking a look back at previous medical maestros who have graced the show, with hilarious tales and poignant reminders aplenty. Author and comedian Adam Kay talks about the realities of working in the NHS and how much support it truly needs, while doctor turned comedian Paul Sinha reflects on how his drastic career change came to be. We also hear from the celebrated Dr Alex George, who speaks about how important it is to be fearless and take the road...
Oct 31, 2023•27 min
To round off Menopause Awareness Month, join us for a very special episode of WWQT recorded in front of a live audience at Acast's offices in London! Kate is joined by two people who are helping women at all stages of their menopause journey with treatment, support and advice. Dr Lydia Robertson is a GP and Menopause Specialist, who works alongside Dr Naomi Potter at the Menopause Care clinic, while renowned actress Tamzin Outhwaite has set up a charity dedicated to providing alternative menopau...
Oct 27, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Today marks episode two of our three-part special to celebrate Menopause Awareness Month! After last week’s show with the wonderful Dr. Naomi Potter and Lisa Snowden, we’ve got something a little different to our usual midweek throwback from the cellar as we continue to shine a light on menopause. In this episode, we’re delighted to welcome back leading menopause expert Dr. Naomi Potter and introduce two members of the White Wine Question Time team! The once-muted conversation around menopause i...
Oct 24, 2023•43 min
Joining us today is a loving mother, sister and wife whose passion for art has fuelled a hugely successful career on both sides of the Atlantic. She also happens to be eleventh in line to the throne. We’re delighted to welcome to White Wine Question Time HRH Princess Eugenie! Princess Eugenie dials in for a chat about the return of her podcast, ‘Floodlight’, which highlights the fight against modern slavery through conversations with activists, lawmakers and survivors. She also discusses her inc...
Oct 20, 2023•1 hr 12 min
It’s World Menopause Day, and to help raise awareness, we’ve decided to do things a little bit differently by dropping three special edition episodes over the course of this month, to mark Menopause Awareness Month. For this special episode, Kate called upon two women who have been her life-raft. Lisa Snowdon, who has had to endure it herself and has helped calm the stormy seas of peri-menopause with her friendly shoulder to lean on, and Lisa’s doctor, Dr Naomi Potter, a leading menopause expert...
Oct 18, 2023•53 min
It’s Menopause Awareness Month, and to celebrate, we’ve deviated from our usual format to bring you some very special content. Keep your eyes peeled over the next couple of weeks for episodes dropping into your feed. Tomorrow marks World Menopause Day, prompting a slight shift in our schedule and so we’re releasing a special episode tomorrow instead of our usual Tuesday drop. But fear not! Here’s a sneak peek of the upcoming episode featuring two incredibly special people, Lisa Snowden and my Me...
Oct 17, 2023•4 min
Joining us today is an inspiring entrepreneur who started her £37 million business in her university bedroom. By the time she graduated, she was already turning over half a million pounds. Now, she’s earned the title of the youngest-ever female investor on Dragon’s Den. It’s the incredible Sara Davies. She joins Kate to tell us just how she managed to balance her business and her degree and the extraordinary journey that led to her success. From a pivotal moment during a work experience placemen...
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 6 min
With the return of Big Brother this week, we thought we'd wander down into the WWQT cellar and pick out some of our favourite clips from previous contestants who have joined us on the show - and there are some crackers! Two-time winner Brian Dowling tells us about how his entire life changed over his nine-week stint, while Kate Lawler discussed how her DJ and broadcasting career spawned out of her own seismic moment in pop culture. The show didn't seem to affect Carol McGiffin so much though, wh...
Oct 10, 2023•22 min
Joining us today is a masterful filmmaker and intrepid adventurer who has ventured through more than 130 countries, bringing us thoughtful travel documentaries on the BBC. It’s the extraordinary Simon Reeve! He joins Kate to chart what’s been a rollercoaster ride of a life and career. From finding himself on the infamous Sunday Times investigations desk after a troubled childhood, to becoming a New York Times bestseller and real-life adventurer, Simon shares the heart-stopping moments, the impor...
Oct 06, 2023•1 hr 2 min
For the final episode of our Something from the Ballroom miniseries, we’re taking you back to our conversation with someone who’s lighting up the Strictly dance floor as we speak: it’s broadcaster Zara McDermott! She chats about her journey from working in government to Love Island and now her documentary work, during which she’s sometimes been typecast as just another reality TV star - which isn’t the case at all. Plus, they compare notes on TV presenting and despair at the trials and tribulati...
Oct 03, 2023•47 min
