Best Celebrityinterviews Podcasts (2024)

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Eddi Reader - aka The voice of Fairground Attraction 1:18:19

1d ago1:18:19

1:18:19

Eddi joins Genevieve to reminisce about her quick rise to fame after Fairground Attraction's debut number one hit Perfect. She talks about how she came to front the band, how she modelled her style on a French resistance fighter and the tempestous relationship of the band that caused it to be short lived. Eddi explains how she regained her confiden…

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Summer quickie - aka How could I forget?! 1:31

16d ago1:31

1:31

Genevieve's on her summer holibobs, so the usual trip down memory lane is paused for two weeks - but in the meantime, there's a fourth birthday to celebrate! ===== If you enjoy Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media (and tag me!) so others can discover a…

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Brentley Gore - aka California Dreams' Matt Garrison 1:11:22

1M ago1:11:22

1:11:22

Brentley joins Genevieve to reminisce about starring in '90s US teen musical sitcom California Dreams. He reveals some of the famous faces he beat to land the role of Matt Garrison, talks about the enduring popularity of the show's songs and explains why he struggled to accept his role as a Saturday morning teen heart-throb. Brentley also discusses…

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Valerie Landsburg - aka Fame legend Doris! 1:03:15

1M ago1:03:15

1:03:15

Valerie joins Genevieve to reminisce about making the hit '80s TV show Fame. She talks about missing out on the original role of Doris in Alan Parker's Oscar-winning version, before landing the part on the small screen - and how the character's issues with body image reflected her own experience in real life. Valerie also chats about "Fame mania" t…

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Martin Kemp - aka Spandau Ballet's all-round entertainer and nice bloke 43:23

2M ago43:23

43:23

Martin joins Genevieve to reminisce about the heady days of Spandau Ballet when the band was one of the biggest in the world during the 1980s. He chats about being banned by the BBC, his disasterous first meeting with David Bowie and reveals why he doesn't actually play on one the band's biggest hits, True. Martin also explains why he had mentally …

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Season 7 teaser - aka Guess who's coming to dinner? 1:10

2M ago1:10

1:10

Series 7 of Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did begins next week! Another host of much-loved TV, film and music stars of the 1980s to 2000s, will be joining Genevieve to take you on a trip down memory lane and talk about how their lives unfolded after. Find out who the first guest will be and follow or subscribe now so you don't miss it…

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Season 6 Best Bits - aka Favourites revisited 47:19

3M ago47:19

47:19

Join Genevieve as she picks out some memorable celebrity guest moments from Season 6 of Celebrity Catch Up. Hear a rare interview with Peter Ostrum - better known as Charlie Bucket in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory - as he reminisces about making the classic film with Gene Wilder. For TV lovers Blue Peter's Yvette Fielding, The Young Ones' N…

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Jerry Springer - aka The Godfather of US talk shows | Anniversary re-release 1:00:24

5M ago1:00:24

1:00:24

To mark the one-year anniversary of Jerry's passing, listen again to what turned out to be the last broadcast interview he recorded before he died a few weeks later on 27 April 2023. ===== Jerry joins Genevieve to reminisce about the beginnings of The Jerry Springer Show and how it became one of the most popular, outrageous and controversial talk s…

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360 - The Good Liars 45:56

6M ago45:56

45:56

Political comedians and pranksters The Good Liars (Devram Steifler and Jason Selvig) join us to talk about crashing public events of the largest political figures, their new podcast, witnessing January 6th up close and the wildest conspiracy theories they have heard from Trump supporters. See all of their exclusive content at HeroHero https://heroh…

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Rozalla - aka Everybody's Free queen of rave 52:40

7M ago52:40

52:40

Season 6 finale! '90s dance legend Rozalla joins Genevieve to reminisce about the success of her smash hit Everybody's Free (To Feel Good). She talks about her proud legacy of the song, foam parties, '90s fashion and reveals why Michael Jackson ran away from her on tour... Rozalla also talks about dancing with Al Pacino, training as a beauty therap…

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Peter Ostrum - aka Charlie from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory 38:59

7M ago38:59

38:59

Peter joins Genevieve to reminisce about making classic movie Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory and his starring role as Charlie Bucket. He talks about working with Gene Wilder, the problem with everlasting gobstoppers, his burping double and the amazing legacy of the film. Pete explains why he decided to quit acting after making the movie and …

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Christmas quickie - aka Time to celebrate 3:13

9M ago3:13

3:13

Genevieve stops by to wish everyone a happy new year and reflect on an unbelieveable 2023 for Celebrity Catch Up - filled with award wins, #1 chart positions around the world and more. The pod will return in the new year to continue Season 6 with more nostalgia and more guests talking about how their lives unfolded after that thing they did! ===== …

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Deniece Pearson - aka Five Star queen 44:57

9M ago44:57

44:57

Deniece joins Genevieve to reminisce about her rise to fame in the '80s alongside her siblings in smash hit pop group Five Star. She talks about growing up in the public eye as a teenager, massive shoulder pads, making history winning a Brit Award and the infamous Going Live! phone-in incident. Deniece also opens up about the backlash the group fac…

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Omri Katz - aka Eerie Indiana and Hocus Pocus star 52:49

10M ago52:49

52:49

Omri joins Genevieve to reminisce about his rise to fame first in Dallas and then cult mystery Eerie Indiana. He chats about Larry Hagman, preserving himself in tupperware (who could forget THAT episode!) and explains why Eerie was the most fun set he's worked on. Omri also reveals how he feels about seeing his 15-year-old self on TV every day ever…

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Aled Jones - aka Walking in the Air to success 47:20

10M ago47:20

47:20

Aled joins Genevieve to reminisce about his rise to fame and explains how he came to sing Walking in the Air, famously associated with the classic 1982 animation The Snowman. He chats about having to deal with constant press speculation and predictions as to when his voice would break and end his career, turning down Johnny Carson and the Queen Mot…

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Paul Young - aka Wherever he lays his hat, that's his home 41:36

11M ago41:36

41:36

Paul joins Genevieve to reminisce about his rise to fame and the success of his debut smash hit album, No Parlez. He talks about having to persuade his record company to release his number one hit, Whenever I Lay My Hat, becoming a heart-throb and crimping his hair... (it was the 80s!). Paul also reveals why David Bowie stepped in for him at Live A…

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359 - The Police's Stewart Copeland 39:01

11M ago39:01

39:01

Legendary drummer Stewart Copeland (The Police) joins us to talk about his new book 'The Police Diaries', the birth of the band, the courtship of Sting to join, the evolution of their music and revisiting the songs in an all new way. Buy the The Police Diaries now at www.policediariesbook.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel @theholepodcast and you…

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Nigel Planer - aka Young Ones legend Neil 53:29

11M ago53:29

53:29

Nigel joins Genevieve to reminisce about making the cult 1980s British comedy The Young Ones. He explains the origins of his character Neil, how he got involved with Band Aid and recalls some of the dangerous stunts on the show - including the time he got injured by a giant chocolate eclair! Nigel also talks about leaving Neil behind, moving into t…

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Yvette Fielding - aka Blue Peter legend and queen of the paranormal 1:07:23

12M ago1:07:23

1:07:23

Yvette joins Genevieve to reminisce about her time presenting the iconic British children's TV show Blue Peter. She recalls her disastrous audition, working with the famous Blue Peter pets, reveals the secrets behind "here's one I made earlier" and opens up about her difficult first year on the show which led her to initially resign. Yvette also ex…

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Season 6 teaser - aka First guest reveal! 1:16

12M ago1:16

1:16

Series 6 of Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did begins next week! Once again Genevieve be joined by a host of stars from much-loved TV, film and music of the 1980s to 2000s, to take you on a trip down memory lane and talk about how their lives unfolded after. Find out who the first guest will be and follow or subscribe now so you don't …

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Season 5 Best Bits - aka Hit me baby one more time 51:01

1y ago51:01

51:01

Join Genevieve as she picks out some memorable celebrity guest moments from Season 5. Hear '80s pop legend Tiffany reminisce about storming the charts with her debut smash I Think We're Alone Now, as well as Eurovision greats Bucks Fizz (or The Fizz as they're now known) reveal which Tina Tuner hit they originally recorded. '90s fans can hear from …

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358 - Cam Heyward 30:26

1y ago30:26

30:26

Pittsburgh Steelers captain and six time Pro-Bowler Cam Heyward joins us from training camp to talk about the upcoming season, training camp in the August heat, The Hole style rapid fire questions and his work with Heyward House. Learn more about Heyward House an how you can help at https://www.thecameronheywardfoundation.org Subscribe to our YouTu…

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357 - Joe Lo Truglio 43:13

1y ago43:13

43:13

Actor and Director Joe Lo Truglio (Brooklyn Nine Nine, Superbad) joins us to talk about his new horror film Outpost, the upcoming live tour of The State, Playing Detective Boyle on Brooklyn Nine Nine, Wet Hot American Summer, being on Family Feud and more!By TheHolePodcast.com

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Happy Birthday me - aka Celebrity Catch Up is 3 years old! 2:37

1y ago2:37

2:37

Genevieve drops by to celebrate Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did's 3rd birthday! Thanks so much to all the guests and to everyone for listening over the past 5 series. Season 6 will be coming soon! ===== If you enjoy Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot…

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356 - Trump Blowback with Miles Taylor and Tom Arnold 59:44

1y ago59:44

59:44

Former Homeland Security chief Miles Taylor and actor Tom Arnold (True Lies) join us to discuss Miles' new book 'Blowback', the dangers of a second Trump presidency, more stores from behind closed doors of the Trump administration and his Whistleblower podcast featuring the bravest of American with the courage to speak out. Buy 'Blowback' now where…

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Rose McGowan - aka Brave Scream queen and activist 29:53

1+ y ago29:53

29:53

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B*Witched - aka C'est La Vie pop princesses 51:34

1+ y ago51:34

51:34

Edele and Sinead of B*Witched join Genevieve to reminisce about the group's record breaking success in the late '90s after their debut smash hit C'est La Vie. They talk double denim, having their own singing dolls and explain why they were shocked when they saw their first music video (don't mention the neck tattoo!). The ladies also recall the dif…

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Jonathan Lipnicki - aka The Jerry Maguire and Stuart Little Comeback Kid 46:25

1+ y ago46:25

46:25

Jonathan joins Genevieve to reminisce about his rise to fame as a young actor in Jerry Maguire, Stuart Little, The Little Vampire and Like Mike. He chats about the high calibre onscreen parents he's had, explains his freak accident that held up filming on one movie - and reveals why he's not a recipient of one of Tom Cruise's famous Christmas cakes…

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Jerry Springer - aka The Godfather of US talk shows 1:00:24

1+ y ago1:00:24

1:00:24

** This turned out to be Jerry’s last broadcast interview before he sadly passed a few weeks later. ** Jerry joins Genevieve to reminisce about the beginnings of The Jerry Springer Show and how it became one of the most popular, outrageous and controversial talk shows in TV history. He explains why criticism of the show is elitist, why he's never w…

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Mid-season quickie - aka I'm guestless, but 10-year-old me is very excited! 1:39

1+ y ago1:39

1:39

There's no guest this week after a short notice cancellation, but Genevieve drops by to tease the next guest and shares her own upcoming nostalgia fest. In the meantime, check out the guests from the past four seasons and see what you may have missed! ============= Say hello on social media! You can find the podcast on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or I…

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355 - John Oates 46:41

1+ y ago46:41

46:41

Legendary musician and songwriter John Oates (Hall and Oates) joins us to talk about his new single 'Disconnected', his evolving songwriting process, the magical moments in his career such as Live Aid and We are the World and his incredible run with Hall and Oates. Watch or listen to John's new single 'Disconnected' now at JohnOates.com or here: ht…

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The Fizz - aka The OG Bucks Fizz and still going strong 46:35

1+ y ago46:35

46:35

Cheryl Baker and Jay Aston join Genevieve to reminisce about winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 1981 and then becoming one of the biggest pop acts of the early '80s. They chat about being trend setters, recall the horrific coach crash they all miraculously survived and open up about the infighting that led to Jay leaving the band - and explain …

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Tiffany - aka I Think We're Alone Now foodie queen 53:33

1+ y ago53:33

53:33

Tiffany joins Genevieve to reminisce about her rise to fame at 15 with her debut smash hit I Think We're Alone Now. She talks about initially not being keen on the track, the shopping mall tour and meeting Michael Jackson the week after she knocked him off the number one spot in the Billboard chart... #awkward! Tiffany also talks about the challeng…

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354 - Neil deGrasse Tyson Returns 46:41

1+ y ago46:41

46:41

Rockstar astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson returns to talk about the awe-inspiring James Webb telescope, the challenges of science deniers, what UFOs really are, picking apart the scientific liberties taken by action films and his incredible new book, Starry Messenger: Cosmic Perspectives on Civilization. Read Neil's Essay, THE FIVE POINTS OF LAGR…

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Andre Royo - aka Bubbles from The Wire and massive ball of energy 1:05:56

1+ y ago1:05:56

1:05:56

Andre joins Genevieve to reminisce about playing much-loved character Bubbles in one of the best TV dramas of all time, The Wire. He reveals why his mum was livid when he first got the part, talks about the time Mark Wahlberg mistook him for a real drug addict - and explains how Samuel L Jackson helped him through a bleak time. Andre also chats abo…

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Paul Potts - aka Opera supremo and first Britain's Got Talent winner 55:59

1+ y ago55:59

55:59

Paul joins Genevieve to reminisce about his rise to fame after winning the first series of Britain's Got Talent in 2007. He explains how he fell in love with opera, how he flipped a coin to decide whether to apply for BGT - and why he wasn't happy with his audition that's since been watched more than 250 million times on YouTube. Paul also talks ab…

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George Takei - aka Star Trek legend and social activist superstar 58:23

2y ago58:23

58:23

George joins Genevieve to reminisce about making the original Star Trek series and its subsequent big screen outings. He reveals how he almost missed the audition for his famous role as Sulu, recounts the time he got flashed on set - and explains why he's responsible for co-star Walter Koenig's hatred of sushi. George also explains why he first bec…

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Season 5 teaser - aka Come with me if you want to reminisce 1:16

2y ago1:16

1:16

Series 5 of Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did begins next week! Once again Genevieve be joined by a host of stars from much-loved TV, film and music of the 1980s to 2000s, to take you on a trip down memory lane and talk about how their lives unfolded after. Find out who the first guest will be and follow or subscribe now so you don't …

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Season 4 Best Bits - aka Funnies and favourite moments 46:10

2y ago46:10

46:10

Join Genevieve as she picks out some memorable celebrity guest moments from Season 4. Hear '80s movie legends Lea Thompson and Judd Nelson reminisce about making classics Back to the Future and The Breakfast Club, as well as some rock and roll stories from T'Pau's Carol Decker. Satisfy your '90s pop nostalgia courtesy of Anastacia, former Westlife …

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353 - Dane Cook 41:18

2y ago41:18

41:18

Dane Cook (Mr. Brooks, Good Luck Chuck) joins us to talk about his new standup special 'Above it All', dealing with a stalker, filming his special at his home, circumventing the entertainment machine throughout his career, the logistics of pulling off the star-studded 'Fast Times' table read and more! Watch Dane's hysterical new special 'Above it A…

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Kara Tointon - aka From EastEnders to West End star 50:44

2y ago50:44

50:44

Kara joins Genevieve to reminisce about her time on British soap opera EastEnders and talks about some of her more bizarre storylines and how they involved chicken fillets... She also talks about initially turning down Strictly Come Dancing, going on to win the show and explains why her glitterball trophy is now bald. Plus, Kara chats about her cri…

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352 - Jim Rash 27:31

2y ago27:31

27:31

Academy Award winner Jim Rash (The Descendants, Community) joins The Hole to talk about the groundbreaking new comedy BROS, the return of Dean Pelton in a possible Community movie, winning the Oscar and more! Go see Jim in BROS September 30th in a theater near you! Subscribe to our YouTube channel @The Hole Podcast and you can watch every episode i…

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Brian McFadden - aka From Westlife to Boyzlife 33:00

2y ago33:00

33:00

Brian joins Genevieve to reminisce about his rise to fame in one of the biggest boybands in the world, breaking the "boyband rules" by getting married and having children, and explains why he decided to leave. He also talks about the fresh start he began in Australia, his foray into TV and why he's been so open in discussing his life. Plus he also …

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Carol Decker - aka T'Pau songstress 44:56

2y ago44:56

44:56

Carol joins Genevieve to reminisce about T'Pau's rise to fame after their smash debut hit Heart and Soul. She talks about the craziness during the height of their fame - including needing a decoy after concerts, having a fight with The Cure and being bigger than the Beatles. Carol also explains why the band split and opens up about having to deal w…

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351 - Joel McHale 48:56

2y ago48:56

48:56

Joel McHale (Community, Crime Scene Kitchen) join us to talk about his new show 'Celebrity Beef', playing a super hero in 'Stargirl', the 'Community' movie getting closer to reality, the pressure of hosting the White House Correspondent's dinner and more! Watch 'Celebrity Beef' every Tuesday at 10pm EST on E! Watch 'Stargirl' Wednesday nights at 8p…

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Summer quickie - aka No guest, but some special shout-outs 2:44

2y ago2:44

2:44

There's no guest this episode as everyone's away for the summer, but Genevieve drops by to give some shout-outs to some special people. Are you one of them? More guests on the way, so stay tuned! ============= Follow Celebrity Catch Up on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast and say hello! And if you'd like to support the …

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Anastacia - aka Powerhouse voice of positivity 54:32

2y ago54:32

54:32

Anastacia joins Genevieve to reminisce about her rise to fame after her debut smash hit I'm Outta Love. She talks about her struggles trying to fit in the music industry, being blacklisted on US radio, her refusal to take off her glasses and the media's obsession with her breasts. But it was that obsession that saved her life, as Anastacia explains…

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350 - Andrew Yang and Miles Taylor 48:26

2y ago48:26

48:26

2020 Presidential candidate Andrew Yang and former DHS Cheif of Staff Miles Taylor (aka Anonymous) join us to discuss founding their exciting new Forward Party, the many ways in which the current system is broken, why the time is right for a third party, Andrew's run for POTUS and more! Get involved with the Forward Party and make your voice heard …

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349 - Billy Hayes - The Midnight Express Epilogue 1:21:15

2y ago1:21:15

1:21:15

Billy Hayes returns to The Hole to talk about his new book 'Midnight Express Epilogue', recount the harrowing story of his escape from a Turkish prison, the differences between the film and reality, Oliver Stone and more! Get Billy's new book now at BillyHayes.com! Subscribe to our YouTube channel @The Hole Podcast and you can watch every episode i…

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Adam Richman - aka The OG Man v Food gastronaut 1:10:50

2y ago1:10:50

1:10:50

Adam joins Genevieve to reminisce about his rise to fame on Man v Food and chats about the phenomenon and legacy of the show. He talks about how the food challenges took a toll on his body, dealing with overfamiliar fans, transcendent food experiences and the real reason he stepped away from the show. Plus, Adam explains his love of British footbal…

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