Best S E Creative Studio Podcasts (2025)

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Keeley Hawes, slow-cooked beef rib ragù and a Primitivo 35:52

5h ago35:52

35:52

Nick and Angela welcome a highly anticipated guest to Dish HQ. Keeley Hawes was born and raised in Central London. She won a scholarship to the Sylvia Young Theatre School and landed her first big job opposite Richard E. Grant in Dennis Potter’s Karaoke in 1996. Today, Keeley Hawes is one of British television’s finest actors, with leading roles in…

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Joanna Lumley, parsnip gnocchi with sage & garlic mushrooms and a Gavi 36:32

6d ago36:32

36:32

There is majesty in the air as Nick and Ange welcome TV royalty to Dish HQ. Dame Joanna Lumley was born in India, she attended boarding school in the UK before beginning a career in modelling in the 1960s. She transitioned into acting with early roles in Coronation Street and The New Avengers before becoming a household name as Patsy Stone in Absol…

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Steve Coogan, potato, cheese & onion pie and a rhubarb & pear crumble 38:06

13d ago38:06

38:06

Nick and Angela welcome their first guest of series 7 to Dish HQ. Legendary actor, comedian, writer and producer Steve Coogan was born in Lancashire. His career began on Spitting Image in the 80s, and he is most celebrated for his portrayal of the iconic Alan Partridge. He has earned critical acclaim for roles in Philomena, Stan & Ollie and The Rec…

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The Dish Awards 2024 with Nick and Angela, a cheese board and a negroni sbagliato 31:40

2M ago31:40

31:40

On the inaugural Dish Awards, Nick and Angela celebrate their favourite guests, moments and recipes of the year. Nick mixes a negroni sbagliato, while Angela assembles a delicious cheese board with No.1 French Blue D’Affinois cheese, No.1 Comté AOP, No.1 Cornish Quartz Extra Mature Cheddar Cheese, No.1 Nocellara Olives, Waitrose Pickled Cornichons …

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Tom Holland, Christmas dinner with all the trimmings 49:17

2M ago49:17

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Nick and Angela continue their Christmas tradition and welcome a Hollywood star to Dish HQ. Born and raised in South-West London, Tom Holland’s career began on the West End, when he won the part of Billy Elliot in 2008. He went on to star in the critically-acclaimed film, The Impossible with Naomi Watts in 2012. He is best known for his role as Spi…

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Rob Brydon, rib eye steak with tarragon, parsley & garlic butter and a Barolo 43:38

2M ago43:38

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In this festive episode of Dish, Nick and Angela are joined by the beloved Welsh actor, comedian and broadcaster, Rob Brydon MBE. Rob’s career began on radio before his BBC Two mockumentary Marion and Geoff put him on the TV map in 2000. Career highlights include his portrayal of Uncle Bryn in Gavin and Stacey, and The Trip with Steve Coogan, a sit…

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Stephen Fry, one-pot cod with peppers, tomatoes & potatoes and a pinot noir 41:21

3M ago41:21

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Nick and Angela welcome the legendary Stephen Fry, a true polymath whose career spans acting, writing, comedy, and broadcasting. From his early days at Cambridge with Hugh Laurie to his iconic roles in Blackadder and QI, Stephen has captivated audiences for decades. He is here to discuss Odyssey, the final book in his Greek mythology series. Nick s…

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Matthew Macfadyen, porchetta with salsa verde & crackling and a Primitivo 33:30

3M ago33:30

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Born in Norfolk, Matthew Macfadyen recently celebrated his 50th birthday. His father’s job took the family overseas when he was young, and he grew up in places like Indonesia before returning to the UK to attend RADA. Matthew’s career began on the BBC show, Spooks in 2002. From there he went on to star in Frost/Nixon in 2008, Robin Hood in 2010 and…

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Vanessa Williams, tomato & vodka bucatini with crispy pancetta pangritata and a barbera 38:59

3M ago38:59

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Vanessa Williams is a singer, actress and author born in Upstate New York. In 1983, she made history as the first African American woman to be crowned Miss America, an achievement that was overshadowed by racism and a media storm. Despite the controversy, Vanessa went on to carve out a celebrated career in entertainment. As a singer, she released 1…

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Judi Love, Korean crispy spiced chicken with gochujang mayo and a virgin picante 33:12

3M ago33:12

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Judi Love is one of five born to her Jamaican parents in Hackney, East London. Always the funny one in the family, she gained a Masters in social work before kicking off her career in stand-up. In 2011, she made her professional debut with a show named after her motto in life, Laughter Is Healing. Since then, Judi’s comedy and culinary skills have …

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Richard E. Grant, spaghetti with chilli & parsley mussels and a white wine 35:08

4M ago35:08

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Born and raised in Swaziland (Eswatini), Richard E. Grant moved to London in 1982 after studying drama at Cape Town University. He worked extensively in theatre before achieving widespread recognition in the cult classic Withnail and I in 1987. Richard had notable roles in Can You Ever Forgive Me?, for which he received an Academy Award nomination,…

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Lashana Lynch, broccoli & anchovy pasta and a Tre Fiori 33:21

4M ago33:21

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Born in Hammersmith, with Jamaican roots, Lashana Lynch showed promise from an early age, becoming the first girl to be cast as Pinocchio in West London. She began her working life as a singer but won a scholarship to drama school, which changed the course of her career. In 2019, she was cast as Maria Rambeau in Captain Marvel and, two years later,…

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Trinny Woodall, sea bass with peppers & red zhoug and a Gewurztraminer 29:17

4M ago29:17

29:17

Beauty entrepreneur and fashion expert Trinny Woodall rose to fame as one half of the iconic makeover duo, Trinny and Susannah, on the BBC’s What Not To Wear in 2001. Since then, they have written many style advice books, which have sold more than three million copies. With a lifelong passion for skincare, Trinny branched out into the beauty indust…

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Damian Lewis, an autumnal risotto and an Old Fashioned 38:27

4M ago38:27

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Damian Lewis grew up in North London and, after a spell in boarding school, returned to the city to study acting at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. He began his career with the Royal Shakespeare Company before transitioning to television. Damian’s breakout role came in Band of Brothers, which was the most expensive TV show of all-time, in …

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Sandi Toksvig, roast duck legs with grapes and a non-alcoholic beer 34:29

4M ago34:29

34:29

Sandi Toksvig OBE is a Danish-born comedian, broadcaster and writer. She spent her formative years travelling the world with her family, thanks to her father’s job as a foreign correspondent. Sandi has had a long and successful career in UK radio and television, which began in the eighties on kids TV. She is best known for presenting QI, taking ove…

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Anna Maxwell Martin, pot-roasted leg of lamb and a margarita 35:27

5M ago35:27

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Born in Yorkshire, Anna Maxwell Martin is an actress celebrated for her versatility across theatre, television and film. After studying history at Liverpool University, she trained at LAMDA, launching her career at the Royal Shakespeare Company. Her breakthrough role came in 2005, when she portrayed Esther Summerson in the BBC adaptation of Bleak H…

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Richard Armitage, a smash burger and a spritz 34:46

5M ago34:46

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Richard Armitage’s dream of becoming an actor began in his teens, in a circus in Budapest, where he slept within sniffing distance of the elephant enclosure to earn a much-needed Equity card. Having spent his early career on stage, his big break came in the BBC adaptation of Elizabeth Gaskell's North and South in 2004. Richard went on to star in Sp…

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Katherine Ryan, baked trout with chilli & ginger and a martini 37:39

5M ago37:39

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Nick and Angela welcome their first guest of series 6 to Dish HQ. Comedian Katherine Ryan hails from Ontario, Canada. She studied town planning at university in Toronto before making the move to the UK in 2008. Katherine is one of the hardest working comics on the circuit. She makes regular TV appearances on panel shows like 8 Out of 10 Cats, has r…

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Josh Homme, grilled mackerel, beetroot and red onion salad and a Pouilly-Fumé 38:16

7M ago38:16

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Josh Homme was born in Joshua Tree and grew up in Palm Desert, California. He founded Queens of the Stone Age in 1996 and is the lead singer, primary songwriter and guitarist in the band. Josh is one of the music industry's most prolific collaborators. Alongside Queens, he formed the supergroup Them Crooked Vultures in 2009 with Dave Grohl (Foo Fig…

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Danny Dyer and Ryan Sampson, slow-roast shoulder of lamb and an old-fashioned 37:50

7M ago37:50

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Danny Dyer was discovered by a scout while at school in East London and landed his first acting role in Prime Suspect 3 in 1994. He gained a reputation for playing the tough guy and films like Human Traffic (1999) and The Football Factory (2004) put him on the road to stardom. Danny is most famous for his portrayal of Mick Carter in EastEnders from…

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Anne-Marie Duff, a courgette and pea tart and an Assyrtiko 37:23

7M ago37:23

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Anne-Marie Duff is one of the UK’s most respected actresses. Born and raised in London, she performed at family gatherings from an early age and was soon honing her craft at an amateur theatre company. Her stage career began in 1994 and roles in War and Peace, King Lear and Collected Stories alongside Helen Mirren raised her profile. In 2004, Anne-…

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Perrie, green tikka masala chicken skewers and a rosé 39:56

8M ago39:56

39:56

Perrie Edwards hails from South Shields and has musical roots - her mum was a soul singer and her dad played in rock bands on the northern club scene for many years. Perrie had to be convinced to audition for The X Factor at 17, but went on to win the show with Little Mix in 2011. The band scored five UK number one singles and became the first Brit…

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Emma Barnett, pan-fried chicken livers, a warm potato salad and a dirty martini 33:55

8M ago33:55

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Proud Mancunian Emma Barnett is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster and author. She began in print journalism before landing a job on radio at LBC in 2012. Emma became known for her agenda-setting interviews, delivered in a warm but forensic manner, and it wasn’t long before a career at the BBC beckoned. She hosted a daily three-hour show on R…

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Kiell Smith-Bynoe, Sticky barbacoa ribs with grilled peaches, slaw and a Zweigelt 35:18

8M ago35:18

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East London comedy and stage actor Kiell Smith-Bynoe studied drama and began gigging and writing sketch shows from a young age. His hit improv show Kool Story Bro sold out in London and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Kiell landed his first professional TV job on the ITV drama Whitechapel in 2012. He is best known for his roles in Stath Lets Flats o…

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AJ Tracey 29:03

8M ago29:03

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On the final episode of this series of The Red Carpet Treatment, Jordan Stephens chats to AJ Tracey. The rapper released his self-titled debut album independently in 2019, and received critical acclaim, peaking at number three on the UK album chart. It featured the hugely popular 'Ladbroke Grove' was certified platinum. He dropped his second album …

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Shania Twain, aubergine parmigiana and rosé champagne 36:15

8M ago36:15

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The Queen of Country Pop has sold over 100 million albums worldwide and won five Grammy awards, but her path to stardom was not easy. Growing up in poverty, Shania’s mother sent her out to sing in bars and clubs at a young age to make ends meet. Fame found her at 30 and, to this day, Shania Twain remains the only female artist to have three consecu…

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Bimini 21:45

9M ago21:45

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Bimini is a drag queen, author, recording artist and model born in Great Yarmouth. Bimini took part in the second series of Drag Race UK in 2020 and was catapulted into the spotlight. In 2021, they published their first book 'Release the Beast: A Drag Queen's Guide to Life'. Since then, Bimini has appeared in music videos for Little Mix, Madison Be…

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Harry Hill, tomahawk steak with Café de Paris-style butter & a syrah 29:17

9M ago29:17

29:17

Harry Hill is one of the UK’s most respected entertainers. He studied medicine at St George’s Hospital Medical School in South London before quitting to become a comedian. Harry spent 10 years hosting his multi award-winning TV show Harry Hill's TV Burp, which at its peak was watched by more than six million people on a Saturday night. These days, …

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Kojey Radical 21:05

9M ago21:05

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Jordan Stephens chats to Kojey Radical, rapper, poet, artist and actor. His journey began with illustration and has seen him explore many creative directions since. He studied at London School of Fashion before pursuing poetry and music full time. In this episode, Kojey talks about why he's taking his time with the second album. He shares his thoug…

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Stephen Merchant, smoked mackerel with spinach baked eggs and a rosé 40:35

9M ago40:35

40:35

National treasure and proud Bristolian Stephen Merchant struck gold when he collaborated with Ricky Gervais on a little comedy series called The Office in the early 2000s. Buoyed by their TV success, Stephen and Ricky branched out into a brand new medium and became one of the pioneers of podcasting. The Ricky Gervais Show became the most downloaded…

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Vick Hope 26:44

9M ago26:44

26:44

Radio and TV presenter Vick Hope was born and raised in Newcastle. A proud Nigerian-Geordie, she studied modern languages at Cambridge and then set off to Angentina to live her learnings. These days, Vick presents Going Home with Katie and Jamie on Radio 1 and has published two children's books with her former Capital Breakfast co-host, Roman Kemp.…

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Nick Mohammed, one-pot spiced roast chicken with saffron rice 32:52

9M ago32:52

32:52

Nick Mohammed is a comedian, writer and actor. In the UK, he is best known for his character Mr Swallow, who he developed more than 20 years ago. Nick played Nate in the hit series Ted Lasso, opposite Jason Sudeikis, earning him Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor In A Comedy Series in 2021 and 2022. He created, wrote, executive-produ…

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Wes Nelson 24:42

9M ago24:42

24:42

Wes Nelson is a reality TV star turned chart-topping artist. He was a nuclear systems design engineer before a stint on Love Island in 2018 changed his life and made him famous. Wes always wanted to get into music and having participated in other shows like Dancing on Ice and Celebrity X Factor, he turned his back on TV and dedicated himself to his…

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Joel Dommett, smoky fish tacos and a peach paloma 38:00

9M ago38:00

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Comedian and broadcaster Joel Dommett grew up on a farm in Gloucestershire but, with no interest in getting his hands dirty, he set off for the bright lights of London. He is blessed with funny bones and, after some challenging years on MTV News, he set his sights on stand-up comedy. A stint in the Jungle in 2016 secured his big break and he return…

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Nell Mescal 28:43

10M ago28:43

28:43

Irish singer-songwriter Nell Mescal grew up in a creative household, inheriting her love of music from her parents. She began writing songs at 12. Now 21, she has toured the UK, supported music giants like HAIM and Florence + The Machine and has just released her debut EP Can I Miss It For A Minute. On this episode, Jordan drills Nell on the Gilmor…

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Dua Lipa, steak tagliata with asparagus & lentils and a pinotage 35:34

10M ago35:34

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Dua Lipa is one of the biggest pop stars on the planet. She has won three Grammys and picked up her seventh Brit award in March for Best Pop Act. Last year, she collaborated with Mark Ronson on Dance the Night, which featured on the Barbie soundtrack, and appeared in the film as Mermaid Barbie. This year is proving to be Dua’s most successful yet w…

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Harley Sylvester 31:22

10M ago31:22

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Harley Sylvester is the other half of hip-pop duo Rizzle Kicks. He grew up in Brighton and went to BRIT school where he studied theatre. He and Jordan began making music together and became an overnight sensation. Their debut album Stereo Typical was released in 2011 and a year later they had sold over 1 million singles. They called time on Rizzle …

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Martin Freeman and Tony Schumacher, the best bolognese and a negroni 36:12

10M ago36:12

36:12

The actor and writer join Nick and Angela to talk about the new series of The Responder. Martin Freeman is a man of many genres and he has mastered most of them in his 27 year career. We first fell in love with him as Tim in The Office in 2001; he gained cult status as Dr Watson in Sherlock in 2010; and then hit the big time as Bilbo Baggins in The…

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Roman Kemp 24:41

10M ago24:41

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Roman Kemp is one of the UK’s favourite radio and TV presenters. He hosted the Capital breakfast show for the last seven years, hanging up his headphones in March and is a regular on The One Show and Celebrity Gogglebox. He is a passionate mental health advocate and has fronted several documentaries on the subject. Roman presented The BRITs 2024 al…

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Lily Allen and Miquita Oliver, sausages and mash with onion gravy 30:34

10M ago30:34

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Lily Allen burst onto the music scene in the mid-2000s with her debut album Alright, Still. It received critical acclaim and a Grammy nomination for Best Alternative Music Album. Recently, Lily appeared in the West End production of Martin McDonagh’s The Pillowman and also starred in Dreamland, a six-part television series based on Sharon Horgan’s …

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Marian Keyes, carrot tarte tatin and purple sprouting broccoli 39:28

10M ago39:28

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Marian Keyes is one of the most successful Irish novelists of all time. She has written more than 20 books and sold over 35 million copies worldwide. Marian studied law in Dublin to placate her parents but had no interest in pursuing a legal career. Instead her rebellious nature took her to the UK where she lived in a squat in East London. It never…

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Kaya Scodelario, tagliatelle with cavolo nero, anchovies & pangrattato, & a Lugano 33:12

11M ago33:12

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Kaya Scodelario has grown up in the spotlight. The British-Brazilian actress shot to fame as Effy on E4’s comedy-drama Skins. The show has remained popular with audiences since the early noughties, tackling issues such as teen addiction and mental illness. That success propelled Kaya to the big screen, where she won roles in two massive movie franc…

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Jordan North & William Hanson, rarebit mac ‘n’ cheese and a Bourgogne Blanc 33:37

11M ago33:37

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Jordan North and William Hanson are an unlikely pair. They met at the BBC in 2012 and walked away assuming it would be a one-off. However, fate had other plans and today they are best friends and present a very successful podcast together called Help I Sexted My Boss. Each week, their listeners share hilarious dilemmas and Jordan and William respon…

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Siobhán McSweeney, slow-roast lamb shoulder, potatoes dauphinoise and a Rioja 39:13

11M ago39:13

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Siobhán McSweeney always wanted to be an actor but her parents wanted her to be a teacher. Undeterred, she completed a science degree at University College Cork and moved to London to study at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. Siobhán’s big break came in 2018 when she was chosen to play Sister Michael in Derry Girls. The show was a huge…

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Elizabeth Day, crab and fennel salad and a dirty vodka martini 35:41

11M ago35:41

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Elizabeth Day is a household name, an award-winning writer and presenter of one of the most successful podcasts in the UK. On How to Fail, she speaks to luminaries such as Gloria Steinem, Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Bernadine Evaristo about the things that haven’t gone right - and what we can learn from them. It’s fair to say that Elizabeth Day’s supe…

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Jay Blades, sea bream with brown butter champ & a Furmint 39:16

11M ago39:16

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Jay Blades, MBE is a furniture restoration expert and TV presenter from Hackney, East London. Jay struggled with dyslexia growing up and found solace using his hands. He got by in school, but never learned to read and has since shared his journey to help break the stigma for others in his position. Jay is the much-loved presenter of The Repair Shop…

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Claudia Winkleman, roast topside of beef and a Réserve du Mistral 34:21

12M ago34:21

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Nick and Angela kick off season 5 with the inimitable Claudia Winkleman Claudia Winkleman studied Art History at Cambridge but soon decided a career in Art was simply too quiet for her. She left the gallery and wandered into television, appearing on shows like Holiday on the BBC, This Morning on ITV and Liquid News on BBC three in the nineties. Her…

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Amol Rajan, coconut fish curry and a piña colada 36:56

1y ago36:56

36:56

Nick and Angela welcome their final guest of season 4 to Dish HQ. Amol Rajan was born in Kolkata and raised in south London. As a boy he dreamt of becoming a cricketer and would watch tapes of Shane Warne on repeat. He studied English at the University of Cambridge before beginning a career in journalism, becoming one of the youngest ever UK editor…

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Saoirse-Monica Jackson, the best lasagne and a rosé 32:36

1y ago32:36

32:36

Nick and Angela welcome an OG Derry girl to Dish HQ. Saoirse-Monica Jackson grew up in Northern Ireland and studied acting at the Arden School of Theatre in Manchester. She is best known and loved for her portrayal of Erin Quinn in the Emmy award-winning series Derry Girls. Over three seasons the 90s-set comedy became the most popular show on Chann…

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Dawn O’Porter, the best fish pie and a carignan blanc 34:18

1y ago34:18

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Nick and Angela welcome an author and charity co-founder to Dish HQ. Dawn O’Porter was born in Scotland but grew up in Guernsey with her aunt and uncle. She spent three years at the Liverpool School for Performing Arts but decided that acting wasn’t for her and got into TV instead. Dawn made her name making documentaries, which explored topics like…

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