Best Deborah Vick Podcasts (2024)

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S7 Ep20: Bookshelfie: Jodi Picoult 48:54

1d ago48:54

48:54

Jodi Picoult is the number 1 New York Times bestselling author of 28 novels and short stories, and has also written several issues of Wonder Woman. Approximately 40 million copies of her books are in print worldwide and have been translated into 34 languages. Her book My Sister’s Keeper was made into a motion picture starring Cameron Diaz. Jodi is …

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S7 Ep19: Bookshelfie: Corinna Brown 48:27

8d ago48:27

48:27

British actress Corinna Brown tells us why representation is so important to her and through the poetry of Rupi Kaur, explains why you are more than just pretty. Corinna best known for her role as Tara Jones in Heartstopper, the multi-award-winning, BAFTA nominated Neftlix adaptation of Alice Osman’s LGBTQ+ graphic novels which rose to the top ten …

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S7 Ep18: Bookshelfie: Rukmini Iyer 54:21

15d ago54:21

54:21

Food writer and bestselling author Rukmini Iyer shares how her recipes bring families together, the importance of flavours and the joy of finding a delicious, easy solution to dinner. Rukmini is the bestselling author of The Roasting Tin series, which in five years has sold over 1.75 million copies worldwide. They’ve transformed the cookery space i…

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S7 Ep17: Bookshelfie: Tracy Chevalier 51:13

23d ago51:13

51:13

Tracy Chevalier is an award-winning American-British novelist of 11 books, including the immensely popular Girl with a Pearl Earring, which has sold over 5 million copies worldwide and was adapted into a film, which was nominated for three Academy Awards. Tracy has also edited anthologies such as Why Willows Weep, a collection of tales from the woo…

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S7 Ep16: Bookshelfie: Deborah Joseph 49:52

30d ago49:52

49:52

Glamour UK’s Editor-in-Chief Deborah Joseph joins Vick to discuss feminism through the lens of magazines, the importance of representation and the need for perfectly imperfect women. Deborah is an award-winning editor and journalist. Over the past seven years, she has directed Glamour’s transition from a print to a digital-first, beauty-first brand…

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S7 Ep15: Bookshelfie: Julia Gillard 54:55

1M ago54:55

54:55

The former Prime Minister of Australia, Julia Gillard joins Vick for a live recording in Bedford Square Gardens from the Women’s Prize Live Festival. Julia Gillard served as the 27th Prime Minister of Australia from 2010 to 2013 after serving as Deputy Prime Minister from 2007 to 2010. She was the first and only woman to have held either of these o…

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Episode 23: Lydia Connolly, Artist Management 36:10

3M ago36:10

36:10

If you've ever been interested in what goes on behind the stage of the classical music industry, this episode is for you! Lydia Connolly is Senior Director and Head of Inclusion & Access at leading management agency Harrison Parrott and in this episode, she shares how she got started in the industry, what her day-to-day life involves and the changi…

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S7 Ep14: Bookshelfie: Rosie Jones 1:11:40

4M ago1:11:40

1:11:40

Rosie Jones joins Vick Hope in front of a live studio audience where they celebrate different kinds of love, discuss Rosie’s favourite reads on holiday and uncover why Rosie will never get over A Little Life. Rosie is a must-see act on the UK comedy circuit. Having fronted two travelogue series’ of her own for Channel 4, Mission: Accessible and Tri…

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S7 Ep13: Bookshelfie: Miranda July 58:30

4M ago58:30

58:30

Miranda July is a multi-award-winning director, writer, filmmaker and artist and in this episode she opens up about ageing, reaching her creative limit and reading with every meal. Miranda has written, directed and starred in three feature films as well as over a dozen short films. Her first major film production, Me and You and Everyone We Know, w…

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S7 Ep12: Bookshelfie: Ria Hebden 49:28

4M ago49:28

49:28

Television presenter and broadcaster, Ria Hebden discusses the importance of identity, how books can inspire massive career changes and why the sky's the limit for her. Ria is the official Entertainment presenter on ITV’s Lorraine, having interviewed everyone from Robbie Williams to Harrison Ford, to Kim Cattrall, Shania Twain and John Boyega. Her …

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S7 Ep11: Bookshelfie: Rebecca Achieng Ajulu-Bushell 45:40

5M ago45:40

45:40

Former swimmer and entrepreneur Rebecca Achieng Ajulu-Bushell discusses her career, details her love of the water, and lays bare the pressures within her former swimming world. Rebecca Achieng Ajulu-Bushell is a former elite athlete with a career spanning over 10 years, swimming for both Great Britain and Kenya. She is a former world number one and…

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S7 Ep10: Bookshelfie: Victoria Prew 49:27

5M ago49:27

49:27

Victoria Prew is an entrepreneur and CEO of fashion rental company HURR, in this episode she explains how she saw a gap in the market for rented luxury fashion and leaned in. Victoria Prew is the CEO and co-founder of HURR Collective, the global home for circular fashion, a community of first-movers, committed to environmental responsibility, setti…

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S7 Ep9: Bookshelfie: Edwina Dunn OBE 47:24

5M ago47:24

47:24

Entrepreneur and pioneering businesswoman Edwina Dunn OBE discusses the need for role models, the perils of seeking perfection and the importance of female spending. Edwina leads The Female Lead, which is an active community of 8 million women, underpinned by an educational foundation, and focused on celebrating the achievements and diversity of wo…

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S7 Ep8: Bookshelfie: Ann Akinjirin 49:45

5M ago49:45

49:45

Ann Akinjirin is an actress, writer, director and producer working across screen and stage and is currently starring in the BBC’s new adaptation of Enid Blyton’s The Famous Five. Ann is best known for her recurring roles in BBC 1 /HBO’s The Strike Series playing ‘DS Vanessa Ekwensi’ and ‘Dee’ in BBC Two’s Trigonometry. More recently, Ann played 'Bo…

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S7 Ep7: Bookshelfie: Elif Shafak 51:30

6M ago51:30

51:30

Award-winning British-Turkish novelist and 2022 Women’s Prize for Fiction shortlisted author Elif Shafak reveals the five books that have shaped her life and career. Elif has published 19 books, 12 of which are novels, including The Island of Missing Trees, shortlisted for the Costa Award, British Book Awards, RSL Ondaatje Prize and 2022 Women’s Pr…

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S7 Ep6: Bookshelfie: Anna Jones 43:09

6M ago43:09

43:09

Best-selling food writer, stylist, and author, Anna Jones explains how Nigella Lawson’s How to Be a Domestic Goddess gave her the confidence to just be herself in the kitchen. Anna is the voice of modern vegetarian cooking and the author of the bestselling One: Pot, Pan, Planet, A Modern Way to Eat, A Modern Way to Cook and The Modern Cook’s Year. …

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S7 Ep5: Bookshelfie: Suzannah Lipscomb 46:10

6M ago46:10

46:10

Historian, author and broadcaster Suzannah Lipscomb shines the spotlight on women throughout history who are too often missed from books. A distinguished historian, Suzannah is Professor Emerita at the University of Roehampton, Senior Member at St Cross College, Oxford, and a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society and the Society of Antiquaries. Sh…

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Episode 22: Brass for Africa 24:55

6M ago24:55

24:55

In this episode, learn all about the work of music charity Brass for Africa through a series of interviews that Matilda conducted during her trip to Uganda in February 2024! As an Ambassador for the charity, Matilda visited many of the different programs in and around Kampala, learning about how Brass for Africa provides Music and Life Skills educa…

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S7 Ep4: Bookshelfie: Kristin Hannah 51:54

6M ago51:54

51:54

A New York Times bestselling author, Kristin Hannah’s books are beloved the world over and read by millions. Listen as she discusses the art of creating empathy with readers and the importance of putting women at the centre of stories. Kristin is the author of 25 novels, including historical fiction masterpiece The Nightingale, which has now sold m…

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S7 Ep3: Bookshelfie: Kiley Reid 41:52

7M ago41:52

41:52

Bestselling author Kiley Reid delves into her favourite books with Vick and discusses motherhood, morals and money. Kiley’s debut novel Such A Fun Age was an instant hit making the New York Times Best Seller list, and probably more excitingly, Reece Witherspoon’s book club reading list. Despite this success, in her 20s Kiley had always thought of w…

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S7 Ep2: Bookshelfie: Hollie McNish 50:43

7M ago50:43

50:43

Award-winning writer, poet and performer Hollie McNish chats about becoming a feminist, swearing in french and why she’s bored of taboos. Hollie is the author of five poetry collections, a new adaptation of the Greek tragedy Antigone, and the co-writer of Offside, a play about the history of women’s football. She was the first poet ever to record a…

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S7 Ep1: Bookshelfie: Jacqueline Wilson 44:25

7M ago44:25

44:25

Iconic, beloved children’s author and national treasure Dame Jacqueline Wilson kicks off series 7 of Bookshelfie with Vick Hope. In her long and illustrious career Jacqueline has written over 100 books, sold over 40 million copies in the UK alone and been translated into 34 languages. She has been the children’s laureate, winner of many awards and …

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Ep 21: Owain Park, Choral Music 36:17

7M ago36:17

36:17

In this conversation, Matilda interviews Owain Park: conductor, composer, organist, singer and the founder of the Gesualdo Six vocal consort. They discuss the group's formation, the challenges of singing one to a part and the importance of maintaining a mailing list to directly communicate with their audience. Owain shares his first introduction to…

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S6 Ep25: Bookshelfie: Monica Ali 53:14

10M ago53:14

53:14

Bestselling writer Monica Ali, finishes off this season with an in-depth chat about the books that she loves, the responsibility she takes on as a writer and how she overcame a shattered self confidence. Monica Ali shot to fame with her literary phenomenon Brick Lane 20 years ago. She has since written four other books, Alentejo Blue, In the Kitche…

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S6 Ep24: Bookshelfie: Kit Kemp 45:30

11M ago45:30

45:30

Designer Kit Kemp MBE takes Vick on a literary journey from 1490 to 2022 and explains how she’s built her signature style, and her confidence. Kit is a British interior designer and Founder and Creative Director of Firmdale Hotels and the Kit Kemp Design Studio. Kit’s signature style combines traditional elements with contemporary flair, resulting …

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Episode 20: Rakhi Singh, Violinist & Manchester Collective 33:02

11M ago33:02

33:02

Meet Rakhi Singh, co-founder of the Manchester Collective, violinist, composer and more! In this week's episode we chat to the extremely creative Rakhi, who explores her identity through music in many ways, including composing, performing as a solo violinist (on her new album Purnima) and touring the country with her ensemble. She delves deep into …

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S6 Ep23: Bookshelfie: Anita Rani 45:13

11M ago45:13

45:13

Award-winning broadcaster Anita Rani tells Vick about finding a new confidence in her 40s, taking Woman's Hour to Glastonbury and why she needed to write her own story. Well known as one of the lead presenters on BBC One’s Countryfile, and a range of shows for both Channel 4 and the BBC, Anita has covered topics from family budgets and waste plasti…

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S6 Ep22: Bookshelfie: Kenya Hunt 44:01

11M ago44:01

44:01

Editor-in-Chief of ELLE UK Kenya Hunt discusses her love of the essay, the multiplicity of motherhood and the importance of blazing your own trail. Kenya is an award-winning American journalist who has now been working in the UK for a decade. Her career spans working for some of the most influential women's publications on both sides of the Atlanti…

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S6 Ep21: Bookshelfie: Tanya Reynolds 50:54

11M ago50:54

50:54

Actress Tanya Reynolds talks about why being an introvert is a superpower, her final Sex Education scenes and when books come into your life and act like medicine. Tanya is perhaps known best for her scene-stealing role as Lily Iglehart in the Emmy award-winning Netflix show Sex Education, but has been gracing our screens with roles in Outlander, D…

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Episode 19: Duncan Ward, Conductor 35:03

11M ago35:03

35:03

This week's guest is British conductor Duncan Ward, who makes his Barbican debut with the London Symphony Orchestra later this month - more details below! Alongside touring the world guest conducting top orchestras, Duncan is Chief Conductor of the South Netherlands Philharmonic and Music Director of the Mediterranean Youth Orchestra. In this chat,…

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S6 Ep20: Bookshelfie: Natalie Haynes 52:55

11M ago52:55

52:55

Author, broadcaster, comedian and classicist Natalie Haynes joins Vick to chat about her love for Greek Mythology and why there’s an appetite for female-focused stories. Natalie is a Women’s Prize for Fiction 2020 shortlisted author for her novel In A Thousand Ships, which retells the story of the Trojan War from an all-female perspective. Her book…

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S6 Ep19: Bookshelfie: Kerry Washington 38:39

12M ago38:39

38:39

Scandal star Kerry Washington opens up about the revelations in her new memoir, why she’s ditching feelings of shame and how sharing your most vulnerable self is actually the most empowering thing you can do. Kerry Washington is a celebrated actor, director, producer, activist and a Shondaland superstar. Kerry received widespread public recognition…

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Episode 18: Vick Bain, Gender Diversity & Leadership 35:03

12M ago35:03

35:03

Everyone working in the music industry (in any capacity) needs to hear this awesome episode with Vick Bain, Past President of the ISM. We discuss all of the challenges of being a woman in the industry, especially in a leadership role, including being looked over for promotions, imposter syndrome, her experience at Henley Business School and more. W…

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S6 Ep18: Bookshelfie: Naomi Klein 50:33

12M ago50:33

50:33

Award-winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author Naomi Klein reveals how she had to write herself into her new book to rediscover her voice. Naomi Klein is a bestselling author, with nine critically acclaimed books which include The Shock Doctrine and This Changes Everything. In 2018 she was named the inaugural Gloria Steinem Endowed …

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S6 Ep17: Bookshelfie: Mary Beard 49:26

1y ago49:26

49:26

World famous classicist Prof Mary Beard covers ageism, feminism, university fees, the role of children’s books, why men are obsessed with the roman empire and of course, her favourite books. She is also a television and radio presenter, trustee of the British Museum and the author of more than 20 books on classical history, feminism and academic li…

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Episode 17: Miloš, Guitar 31:52

1y ago31:52

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Our guest this week is star guitarist Miloš! In our conversation with Miloš, we track his incredible journey from Montenegro to arriving at the Royal Academy of Music in London aged 17. He shares with us the challenges that came with this (including awful British canteen food!) and other barriers that he faced early on in his career as a guitar sol…

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S6 Ep16: Bookshelfie: Geri Halliwell Horner 49:01

1y ago49:01

49:01

Former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell Horner discusses the history of girl power, Anne Boleyn and why her family are her proudest achievement. Geri is an accomplished singer, writer, producer and actress who is widely recognised for her iconic place in British pop culture as an original member of the record breaking girl group The Spice Girls. As ‘Ginge…

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S6 Ep15: Bookshelfie: London Hughes 58:22

1y ago58:22

58:22

Comedian London Hughes joins Vick from LA to discuss her new memoir, how she tried to climb into a TV set aged five and why she’s found greater success in America than the UK. London is a stand up comedian, TV writer, presenter and now a rising star in Hollywood. You may have seen her as a guest on numerous TV panel shows, or in her Netflix special…

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Episode 16: Deborah Pritchard, Composer 29:34

1y ago29:34

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In this week's episode we chat to composer Deborah Pritchard! We learn all about her compositional process, and her unique synaesthetic connections between colour and music that cause so much of her music to be inspired by visual artworks. We also discuss creating art from music, finding a balance in life, how nature inspires her and her advice for…

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S6 Ep14: Bookshelfie: Nadiya Hussain 56:35

1y ago56:35

56:35

Nadiya Hussain joins Vick at The Women’s Prize Live Festival to talk about family values, fig trees and why she’s so open about her mental health. Nadiya Hussain is a renowned British TV chef, author, presenter, and baker. Of course she is known and loved as the winner of the sixth season of The Great British Bake Off in 2015. Since then, she has g…

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Episode 15: Giles Thornton, Orchestrator & Arranger 27:34

1y ago27:34

27:34

Even though you haven't met him yet, you've already heard Giles' fabulous work... we proudly present an episode with the composer of our podcast jingle that begins and ends every episode! This week we sit down with Giles, who mainly works as an orchestrator and arranger on films and TV in studios like Abbey Road and AIR for Netflix, Disney, Jules B…

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Episode 14: Ellie Consta, Violinist & Her Ensemble 32:28

1y ago32:28

32:28

This week's guest is freelance violinist Ellie Consta, who founded Her Ensemble in 2020: a free-form group that aims to dismantle gender stereotypes and address the gender gap in classical music. In this episode, we discuss the differences between the pop and classical music worlds, self-expression through concert clothes, the difficulties of being…

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Episode 13: Jack Bazalgette, Through The Noise 31:15

1y ago31:15

31:15

If you haven't heard of Through The Noise, you will want to go and be a part of one of their Noisenights after this conversation! This week we chat to co-founder Jack Bazalgette about the unusual concerts sweeping through the UK, bringing classical music to clubs and bars with crowdfunded events that have an informal, social element - think standin…

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Episode 12: David Taylor, Marketing & Publicity 35:42

1y ago35:42

35:42

Meet David Taylor: the go-to innovator in the world of classical music marketing, publicity and branding! Named as one of Forbes' 30 under 30 Europe List in 2018, David is one of the leading entrepreneurs in his field: coaching and consulting with musical organisations and individuals alike. Keep listening to hear all of his secrets and top tips on…

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Episode 11: Bex Herman, Musical Performance Anxiety 42:06

1y ago42:06

42:06

If you have ever experienced musical performance anxiety, otherwise known as nerves or stage fright, or know someone who has, this episode is essential listening for you! We chat to freelance cellist Bex Herman, whose debilitating performance anxiety caused her to take a 5-year hiatus from playing. During that time, she was compelled to research mo…

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Episode 10: James Murphy, Royal Philharmonic Society 34:33

1+ y ago34:33

34:33

For our 10th episode, we are celebrating the Royal Philharmonic Society, who have generously sponsored this podcast with their Enterprise Fund and Harriet's Trust! Our guest this week is James Murphy, CEO of the RPS, who previously worked at the Royal College of Music, National Youth Orchestra (with Matilda!) and Southbank Sinfonia. We chat about h…

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S6 Ep13: Bookshelfie: Barbara Kingsolver 1:01:06

1+ y ago1:01:06

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Barbara Kingsolver, winner of the 2023 Women’s Prize for Fiction discusses her winning novel, Demon Copperhead and also shares the books that have inspired her impressive career. Barbara Kingsolver is an American novelist, essayist, poet, and activist. She has published over a dozen critically acclaimed books, including the bestselling novels The P…

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Episode 9: Catch-up with your Hosts 24:35

1+ y ago24:35

24:35

This week, Helen and I have a chatty catch-up about all the things we've been up to over the last month or so, from travelling and performing, to reading, writing, studying and more! Join us back here in 2 weeks time when the service will resume as normal, with our next guest on Musical Roots.

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S6 Ep12: Bookshelfie: Alex Scott 46:20

1+ y ago46:20

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Alex Scott MBE joins Vick at The Women’s Prize Live Festival to talk about her journey to self-acceptance, dealing with online trolls and THAT World Cup moment in Qatar. Alex is a former professional footballer, presenter, and broadcaster. The former Arsenal Captain and England Centurion is also one of the nation’s most beloved presenters. In 2021,…

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S6 Ep11: Bookshelfie: Isabel Allende 57:27

1+ y ago57:27

57:27

Bestselling author Isabel Allende on her experiences of love, loss, gratitude and why we need to stay optimistic in uncertain times. Isabel Allende is an author, philanthropist and activist. She is one of the most widely-read authors in the world, having sold more than 77 million books internationally. Born in Peru to Chilean parents, Isabel won wo…

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