Best Martin McGuinness Podcasts (2025)

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#249 Martrain Express [TIM MARTIN] 1:26:36

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This week on Chasin' the Racin', Dom Herbertson and Josh Corner are joined by Mar-Train's team owner, Tim Martin. Together, the guys dive into Tim's history in the sport, reflecting on all the highs and lows of team ownership across short circuits and the roads as he looks towards his team's retirement. Enjoy - CTR x Powered by OMG Racing Supported…

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ON WRITING... With Salman Rushdie and Kazuo Ishiguro 24:18

3h ago24:18

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Welcome to another special edition of How to Fail, where I revisit conversations from the How to Fail archives. Each week, we shine a light on a particular theme, hopefully offering inspiration, perspective and comfort through the words of past guests. This week’s theme is on writing - appropriately, because my new book ‘One of Us’ is out this week…

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TwoMacs Podcast Ep 51 Patsy Grant 59:05

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Patsy Grant - changed times. He may not have a television or be glued to social media but Patsy Grant is well tuned into the ways of a constantly changing world. His father Paddy fixed clocks and Father Time catches up with us all. An artisan, Patsy has a great talent for stone sculpturing, painting and writing. He recalls simpler times when Coalis…

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Click w/ Samira Banks 1:00:14

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Joining me this week on Everyone’s a Critic is comedian Samira Banks. She comes on to defend what is now the sixth Adam Sandler film for the podcast - Click. We talk her brief history with the movie, the problematic moments that probably don't hold up anymore, and the time Adam Sandler played basketball with a group of comedians in London. Get full…

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Mark Ronson - The Stories Behind ‘Uptown Funk,’ Amy Winehouse & ‘I’m Just Ken’ 50:59

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Content Warning: This episode contains mentions of drug use. Mark Ronson is the hitmaker behind some of the most iconic music of the past two decades. A nine-time Grammy-winning producer, DJ, and Oscar-winning songwriter (yes - he wrote “I’m Just Ken”), Ronson has collaborated with legends like Lady Gaga, Paul McCartney, Miley Cyrus and Duran Duran…

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PSNI Officer Chris Stothers: Surviving a Shooting by Dissident IRA 48:51

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Chris Stothers was an officer in Northern Ireland and was a part of the new rebranded police force, the PSNI, which had replaced the RUC. But this period of peace time policing was anything but, and Chris ended up shot in the stomach at point blank range by dissident republicans during a protest in 2010. In this episode Chris tells his story, and t…

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ON GRIEF… With Mo Gawdat and Bonnie Tyler 13:28

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Welcome to the newest evolution of How to Fail! Each week, I’ll be diving into the archives to spotlight key themes that have come up throughout my conversations with How to Fail guests. I’ll be sharing bite-sized takeaways every Monday to support, inspire and help with whatever you might be going through. This week’s theme is a big one: we’re talk…

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Eternals w/ Shabaz Says 1:08:57

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This week on Everyone’s a Critic I'm joined by social media superstar, Povvo Gang leader, and all around funnyman Shabaz Says. We get into Marvel’s Eternals, talk about the MCU as a whole, the highs and lows of going viral, and what it really means to represent your community in the middle of internet chaos. Get full video episodes with 30 minutes …

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Robin Wright on ageing, confidence and the myth of being ‘too late’ 49:50

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‘I didn’t think I had that confidence, so I turned those roles down.’ Robin Wright is the legendary star of The Princess Bride, Forrest Gump, House of Cards, and Amazon’s gripping new thriller The Girlfriend. An Emmy-nominated actress, Golden Globe winner and now an acclaimed director, Wright joins How To Fail to talk about fear, self-worth, womanh…

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Second Helpings - P!nk 53:19

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It’s the last in this summer’s serving of Second Helpings and we’re ending it with a true icon - for the start of series 15 we had Superstar P!nk pop round to mum’s for a perfectly ‘pink' meal of Pink Salmon with Salsa Verde followed by mum’s delicious Pink Raspberry & Champagne Possets. We had the best evening with P!nk who told us all about her m…

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IRELAND DURING WW2 - WHOSE SIDE WERE THEY REALLY ON ?? 1:41:58

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Send us a text For this episode I am joined by author and historian, John Crotty. John has researched extensively the subject of Irelands neutrality during WW2 and the actions the Irish govt took that broke neutrality in favor of the allied side. We discuss the efforts that the IRA of the time made to collaborate with the Germans, how the Irish gov…

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#248 Raining Rubber [RHYS IRWIN] 1:33:08

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This week on Chasin’ the Racin’ podcast, Christian Iddon and Josh Corner are joined in the trailer by Irish Supersport rider Rhys Irwin. He talks through his route into racing, his talent cup days and how he’s got to where he is now. Rhys gives us an insight into how the Gearlink by Performance15 came to be and how he is getting on in his most succ…

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ON HEARTBREAK... With Alain de Botton and Jay Shetty 15:17

14d ago15:17

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Welcome to this brand-new concept for How to Fail – where I dive into the back catalogue of the How to Fail archives, highlighting specific themes each week to bring you bitesize takeaways! Hopefully these episodes can bring some clarity on similar issues you’re facing or great stories that you might find comfort from. This week we’re looking at he…

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The Cat In The Hat w/ Molly McGuinness 1:16:36

5d ago1:16:36

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In this re-mastered and never before released video episode I'm joined by recent Edinburgh Fringe best newcomer nominee Molly McGuinness to talk about what is maybe Mike Myers worst movie - The Cat In The Hat. We talk about Molly's love of it and have a very special call from Steven Anthony Lawrence, AKA Beans from Even Stevens, who talks about his…

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Tom Ellis - Fatherhood, Surrogacy and Years of Therapy 49:40

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You may know Tom Ellis as the devilishly charming lead in Netflix’s Lucifer, or as the lovable Gary in the BBC sitcom Miranda. He's also made waves in the U.S., starring alongside Gina Rodriguez in Players, and appearing in Hulu’s Tell Me Lies, created by his wife, Meghan Oppenheimer. In 2023, Tom and Meghan welcomed a daughter via surrogate, addin…

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Second Helpings - Jake Shears 47:57

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It’s summer 2023 and ahead of the release of his epic new album 'Last Man Dancing’ we had the delicious Jake Shears joining us for a spot of dinner. Mum served up turbot and samphire for main with poached pears for pud. Jake told us all about the various places he lived while growing up - including the island his family moved to off the coast of Se…

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Mad Dog: The Rise and Fall of Dominic McGlinchey 55:09

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Dominic McGlinchey, was one of the most wanted Republican paramilitaries in Ireland during the Troubles. First with a small unit of freelance paramilitaries, he then joined the PIRA before changing sides and joining up with the INLA. He would soon gain full control of the INLA and under his control, the group carried some significant attacks on the…

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TwoMacs Podcast Ep 50 Vinny O'Donnell 1:04:43

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Vinny O'Donnell - The making of the acclaimed 1986 'Up Tyrone' cassette. When Kevin McCabe struck a penalty to the net to take Tyrone to their first All Ireland final in 1986, the county rejoiced while musicians Vinny O'Donnell and Joe McCurry quickly penned a song, 'Come on Tyrone', that has become the theme tune of All Ireland appearances. Litera…

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Epic Movie (Live From VAULT Fest) w/ Lorna Rose Treen 58:41

22d ago58:41

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Recorded live at Vault Fest last year, comedian Lorna Rose Treen (BBC Radio 4, Chortle Best Newcomer, Dave Joke of the Fringe 2023) joined me on stage to defend the spoof comedy Epic Movie. She talked about first kisses, her hometown, and Nacho Libre! Note: Apologies as the audio on this episode is not the greatest because they didn't have a place …

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Failure Throwback: Jameela Jamil 58:34

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Jameela Jamil is an actor, activist, and founder of the I Weigh movement. From teaching English to starring in The Good Place, Jameela shares the highs, lows, and radical honesty that define her journey. This episode first went out in February 2021. We talk about: Her struggle to be a "good" celebrity Body image battles and self-kindness Financial …

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Second Helpings - Joanna Lumley 49:36

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We’re dishing up a real treat on Second Helpings this week - she’d been on the hit list since day one and finally we had her! The one the only Dame Joanna Lumley popped over to Clapham for a vegetable pie & some poached pears and it was quite frankly absolutely fabulous. Joanna talks to us about growing up in India being addicted to limes her love …

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#247 Paddock Parrot [BRADLEY RAY] 2:06:09

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This week on Chasin’ the Racin’ podcast, Dom Herbertson and Christian Iddon sit down with current BSB championship leader Bradley Ray. The 2021 British Superbike champion talked us through the highs and lows of his career since the last time we had him on the pod all the way in 2019 on episode 5! He talks winning, WSBK struggles and how he has come…

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Gone In 60 Seconds w/ Milo Edwards 1:09:29

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Milo Edwards (Trashfuture, Glue Factory) joins me this week to make the case for Gone In 60 Seconds. We talk about what makes car guys tick, compare it to The Fast and The Furious, and celebrate Nicolas Cage’s wonderfully unhinged performance. Get video episodes, early access, and bonus content — plus a shoutout as Executive Producer — by joining t…

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Failure Throwback: Glennon Doyle 1:07:01

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Author of Untamed and fierce truth-teller Glennon Doyle joins me for a raw and revelatory episode, first recorded in July 2020. We dive into: Why we chase approval instead of trusting our inner voice Her struggles with body image, love, and emotional resilience The failures that shaped her—from family breakdowns to learning self-protection Every mo…

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Second Helpings - Tom Jones 52:19

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It’s week 4 of Second Helpings and we were delighted to have our most requested guest, Sir Tom Jones, over to Lennie’s for lamb shanks a lemon curd roulade and a chat about his album ‘Surrounded By Time’ in 2021. We go way back and talk about Tom growing up in the 50’s playing marbles falling in love and getting married at 16. We also hear about hi…

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Martin Galvin Tells His Story | Adams, McGuinness & Did NORAID Fund The IRA ? 1:35:18

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Send us a text Martin Galvin is the former publicity director of The Irish Northern Aid Committee, better known as "NORAID", and to many, the face of the group. A proud Irish-American, Martin joined NORAID in 1976 and, along-side his day job as a district attorney, worked tirelessly to bring awareness to the American public and political leadership…

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Martin McGartland – Part 2: No Safe Haven 54:40

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In the conclusion of my conversation with former undercover agent Martin McGartland, we dive into the aftermath of his dramatic escape in Belfast and the challenges he faced while living under threat in England, as gunmen would eventually find out where he was living. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The Mummy Returns w/ Daniel McKeon 1:08:44

27d ago1:08:44

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The Mummy Returns is famous for its bad CGI, the beginning of The Rock's acting career, and basically nothing else.Joining me to defend the movie is comedian Daniel McKeon. We talk Venom, Harry Potter, and unnecessary sequels made decades later.Enjoying the show? Get video episodes, early access, and bonus content — plus a shoutout as Executive Pro…

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TwoMacs Podcast Ep 49 Nick Griggs 49:06

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Nick Griggs - a running sensation Since hitting the running tracks just seven years ago, Nick Griggs' performances have been nothing short of sensational. At 16, he had the athletics' world sit up and take notice when he won the European Under 20 crown at 3,000 metres. Since then the 20-year-old Newmills lad has broken a host of middle distance rec…

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Failure Throwback: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie 1:08:02

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This week we revisit one of my all-time favourite guests: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, recorded in July 2021. Best known for Americanah and her globally resonant TED Talks, Chimamanda opens up about the profound grief of losing both her parents within a year—and the raw journey of coping in its aftermath. We talk candidly about: Her essay Notes on Gri…

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Second Helpings - Stanley Tucci 47:52

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We’re travelling back to autumn 2021 and the start of series 12 where fellow foodie and Hollywood superstar, Stanley Tucci joined us. Mum had just come back from her holidays and I had just had my third baby! Stanley talks to us about growing up in New York, filming his TV show ‘Searching For Italy’ & his fight against cancer. He celebrates his mot…

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#246 The Loka Low Down [ANDREA LOCATELLI] 1:05:40

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This week on Chasin' the Racin', Joe Akroyd and Josh Corner are joined by WSBK's Andrea Locatelli. They chat about Loka's early days in racing, favourite memories from on & off the track and how he is getting on this year at the world stage. Enjoy - CTR x Powered by OMG Racing Supported by JCT Truck and Trailer Rental and Lucky Day Competitions Luc…

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Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights w/ Pravanya Pillay 1:19:05

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Most people forgot Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights existed — but Pravanya Pillay is here to convince you it’s an underrated gem. We talk about the genuinely great dance sequences, Patrick Swayze’s random cameo (is he a ghost?!), and the unexpectedly spicy politics in this film.Enjoying the show?Get video episodes, early access, and bonus content — plu…

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The IRA's Secret American Army | How Irish America Armed The Provos & How The FBI/ATF Took Them Down 56:53

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Send us a text My guest for this episode is Ali Watkins, author of “This Next One’s For You”, a book which explores the world of Irish-American gun-running in the early days of the troubles in Philadelphia and New York and how this impacted the conflict. We discuss Clan na Gael, an Irish-American group that pre-date the IRA and how they have been a…

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Sir Tony Robinson - ‘I learned comedy as a defence mechanism’ 49:45

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Recorded with a live audience in Cambridge, this captivating conversation delves deep into the life and career of a cultural force of the last half-century. Known of course for his iconic role as Baldrick in Blackadder, Sir Tony's sharp intelligence and dry humour have had a formative influence on generations. In this candid discussion, he opens up…

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Second Helpings - Jade Thirlwall 57:56

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Week 2 of our summer Second Helpings and we’re travelling back to November 2021 where we had pop princess, Jade Thirwall. Jade came over to mums for her favourite meal, a roast chicken dinner with all the trimmings! Turning up in full glam after a long photo shoot, it was just what the doctor ordered for our girl. She talked about her mum’s mince p…

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TwoMacs Podcast Ep 48 Hurling as Poetry 1:16:49

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Hurling As Poetry In days gone by, a wise old poetry-loving Kiltegan priest told Martin Mac that hurling is the poetry of Gaelic sport. He spoke of the sheer grace and beauty of the game when it is played well, it's hallowed history that dates back to antiquity and of the legendary players, Ring, Doyle, Nicky English, Joe Canning.. featured in hurl…

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Martin McGartland – Part 1: An Informer’s Leap for Life 1:28:55

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This is an interview with Martin McGartland, who is a former informer who was kidnapped by the IRA after they became suspicious of his activities. There is a lot in this interview, including first hand accounts of how he became an informer, the activities he carried out, and then what things were like when he got caught. This is the first part of a…

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Jack and Jill w/ Martin Urbano 1:35:21

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Often described as one of the worst comedies ever made, Jack and Jill has become a punchline of its own. But is there more to it than people remember? Martin Urbano (Jimmy Kimmel Live, Comedy Central) joins me to revisit Adam Sandler’s double role disaster. We talk Al Pacino’s genuinely great performance, the deeply questionable cameos, and why Jac…

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Fern Brady - ‘I make more money in comedy than I ever did from stripping‘ 44:23

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In this searingly funny and deeply affecting live conversation, Elizabeth speaks to stand-up comedian, author and Taskmaster favourite Fern Brady about her autism diagnosis, her working-class roots, and the failures that shaped her award-winning memoir Strong Female Character. Fern opens up about late diagnosis, social masking, and stripping to fun…

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Second Helpings - Aisling Bea 47:59

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We may be on our summer break but we thought we’d delve into the Table Manners archive and relive some of our favourite episodes from 17 wonderful series! Up first is the gorgeous Aisling Bea who joined us in February 2020. We had been trying to nail down a recording with Aisling ever since we became friends on a Love Island WhatsApp group. I had l…

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#245 Pussy Cat Hols [ANDREW IRWIN] 1:48:18

2M ago1:48:18

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This week on Chasin' the Racin' podcast, Dom Herbertson and Duncan Vincent are joined in the trailer by Factory Honda rider Andrew Irwin for a catch up on BSB life since 2020. He talks about the last few years on and off track, the effect social media opinions have on him and drama with travels & his cat. Enjoy - CTR x Powered by OMG Racing Support…

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Dorinda Medley on Grief, Identity and The Real Housewives: ‘I was angry. I was lost. I felt like I got cheated.’ 43:33

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What happens when the life you thought you’d built - the one with love, money, recognition - seems to slip away? This week, Elizabeth speaks to Dorinda Medley, author, TV personality and iconic former Real Housewife of New York, about reinvention, resilience and learning to be okay with not being liked by everyone. Dorinda opens up about the loss o…

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Stephen Mangan 1:01:37

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It’s the final episode of Series 17 and we’re bidding adieu with actor, presenter and author, the gorgeous Stephen Mangan! Fresh from filming his latest series in Grenada, Stephen joined us for a BBQ lunch. We heard about his process when writing children’s books, choosing to go to boarding school as a child, his recent stint in the West End in a p…

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Vanessa Williams - ‘It would be hard to be married to me!’ 50:33

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As a recording artist, Vanessa Williams has earned 13 Grammy nominations and racked up over 212 million digital streams over the course of her eight albums. Her most popular hit, Save The Best For Last, was Number 1 for five weeks in 1992. She is also a highly successful stage and screen actor, appearing in Desperate Housewives and Ugly Betty. She …

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Suranne Jones 48:09

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We said it last week, but this time it really does feel like the hottest day of the year… joining us for lunch is the gorgeous actress Suranne Jones! Star of Doctor Foster, Vigil, Gentleman Jack, and a Coronation Street icon, and this week we caught up to talk about her new TV project, ‘Hostage’. We heard about growing up in Chadderton (and how mum…