Something From The Cellar: Vicky Pattison White Wine Question Time podcast

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Joining us today is a true gentleman of British entertainment, a beloved actor whose career spans five decades across stage and screen. From his BAFTA-nominated role in Chariots of Fire to TV hits like The Charmer, Downton Abbey, and Coronation Street, he’s long been the epitome of charm and wit — it’s the brilliant Nigel Havers! In this episode, Nigel reflects on a lifetime in the spotlight, sharing how his love for acting led him to swap Eton for drama school and the lessons he learned from working alongside some of the greats. He also opens up about his early days navigating the industry, his unexpected stint as a radio researcher for Jimmy Young — where he landed Margaret Thatcher’s first radio interview — and why, after a lifetime of stories, he’s finally ready to tell them all on his brand new tour: Talking B*ll*cks. You can catch Talking B*ll*cks live across the UK until the end of May, tickets available here ! For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Something from the Cellar: Faye Marsay 32:43

5 days ago32:43

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This week, we’re revisiting a brilliant and unfiltered conversation with the fantastic Faye Marsay, who’s currently starring in Netflix’s latest smash hit, Adolescence. Back in 2019, Faye joined us alongside her friend and fellow actress Natalia Tena for a hilariously candid chat, sharing stories from their time in Game of Thrones, life on the West End stage, and the unique bond they formed along the way. They also tackle some big – and hilarious – questions like what songs they’d want played at their funerals and who they’d put on the cover of Vogue! For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Kelly Cates on football, family, and forging her own path 1:03:44

9 days ago1:03:44

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Joining us today is one of the most respected and knowledgeable broadcasters in football, a woman who has been a standout voice in the game for nearly three decades. It's the wonderful Kelly Cates! In this episode, she takes us through her remarkable career journey — reflecting on her early days at Sky Sports, the lessons she learned from stepping away from the industry in her 30s, and why returning to top-flight football coverage in her 40s felt like the right move. She also shares her excitement — and nerves! — about taking on her biggest role yet as part of the new Match of the Day presenting team, what it means to her, and how she’s preparing for the challenge. Beyond the pitch, she also dives into family life and opens up about juggling a high-profile career with single motherhood and the realities of raising teenage daughters. Gosh, she's busy! Hear more from Kelly on her podcast Not Just Football, available wherever you get your podcasts, and don’t miss her debut on Match of the Day next season alongside Gabby Logan and Mark Chapman. For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Something from the Cellar: Craig Doyle 59:37

12 days ago59:37

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This week, we’re keeping the sporting streak going! After our brilliant chat with Gabby Logan last Friday, we’re revisiting another top-tier sports presenter, someone who’s covered just about every sport you can think of and always does it with charm, wit, and a cool head under pressure. It’s the wonderful Craig Doyle! Craig has a story for every occasion, and in this episode he shares some of the wildest moments of his career — from barking orders at Diego Maradona during Soccer Aid to an unforgettable, boozy night out with Cameron Diaz in Belize! But it’s not all glamour; he also opens up about the failures that have paved his path to success and the lessons he’s learned along the way. For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Gabby Logan on resilience, reinvention, and making TV history 1:04:52

16 days ago1:04:52

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Joining us today is a trailblazer in sports broadcasting, a former international gymnast turned award-winning presenter who’s become one of the most respected voices at the heart of some of the UK’s biggest sporting moments: it’s the brilliant Gabby Logan! In this episode, Gabby reflects on her transition from athlete to broadcaster and the resilience that has defined her career since she faced the shock of being let go by ITV mid-World Cup while juggling life as a new mum to one-year-old twins. Now, she’s stepping into one of the most iconic roles in football as part of the Match of the Day presenting team — she shares what it means to her and how it feels to take on such a landmark role. She also opens up about life beyond broadcasting, where she’s navigating the empty nest phase as her twins set off on their own big adventures, rediscovering life as a couple with her husband Kenny, and diving into her passion for health, longevity, and midlife reinvention. If you can’t get enough of Gabby, tune into her hit podcast The Midpoint wherever you get your podcasts, and catch her making history on Match of the Day next season alongside Kelly Cates and Mark Chapman. For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Something from the Cellar: Torvill & Dean 41:12

19 days ago41:12

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As they prepare to take their final bow this summer, bringing an end to a truly legendary career, we’re revisiting our unforgettable conversation with two icons of the ice: Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean! From redefining the sport with their breathtaking Boléro to inspiring generations of skaters, their legacy is unmatched. And now, as they lace up their skates for one last dance before a well-earned retirement, there’s no better time to celebrate their incredible journey. So, sit back and enjoy this special trip down memory lane with two of the greatest to ever grace the ice. For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Anton Du Beke on life’s longer road, family ties and learning from the hard times 1:09:03

23 days ago1:09:03

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Today, we’re joined by a Saturday night TV stalwart whose esteemed dance career has propelled him to stages and screens around the world, all without losing the cheeky glint he might as well have patented by now. It’s the charming Anton Du Beke! Anton joins us just as he begins a mammoth tour across the UK. He chats about how the mistakes of his early days ended up paving the way for an overnight success, forty years in the making. We also talk about Anton's constant drive for greater success, the scarcely believable first impression he made on his wife and turning fascination into friendship with the likes of Bruce Forsyth and Len Goodman. It’s a fascinating conversation with a national treasure who doesn’t take himself too seriously - but takes his work hugely seriously. For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Something from the Cellar: Dame Arlene Phillips 51:19

26 days ago51:19

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This week, we’re stepping back onto the dance floor with the legendary Dame Arlene Phillips as we limber up for Friday’s brand-new episode with Anton Du Beke—completing our full set of Strictly judges! A true trailblazer, Arlene has shaped the world of dance for decades, mentoring generations, redefining choreography, and proving that creativity has no expiry date—still winning awards and setting the agenda well into her 80s. Her career is extraordinary, her spirit unstoppable, and her wisdom unmatched. So, pour a glass and enjoy an hour of marvellous company! For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Sarah Beeny on resilience, reinvention, and building a life you love 56:22

4 weeks ago56:22

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Joining us today is a woman who has spent over two decades guiding the nation through the highs and lows of homeownership, but her expertise goes far beyond bricks and mortar. She’s a property developer, entrepreneur, broadcaster, writer, and now a podcaster — it's the brilliant Sarah Beeny! In this episode, Sarah takes us through the pivotal moments of her extraordinary life. From losing her mother at just ten years old to buying her first flat at 19 and turning it into a thriving property empire, she reflects on the resilience and determination that has shaped her path. She also dives into some of the most ambitious projects she’s taken on along the way — most notably choosing to raise her four young boys in her first major renovation project, a crumbling 93-room Georgian mansion, and more recently, making the bold decision to sell everything in London and start a fresh new chapter on a farm in Somerset. Beyond her career, Sarah opens up about the lessons she’s learned from motherhood and why she believes the only way through life’s toughest challenges is to keep moving forward. She also shares insights from her brand new podcast, Seriously, where she and her sons tackle life’s big, and often hilarious, questions. You can watch Sarah Beeny’s New Life in the Country on Channel 4 and catch Seriously wherever you get your podcasts. For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Something from the Cellar: Owen O’Kane 1:08:35

5 weeks ago1:08:35

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This week, we’re revisiting a fascinating chat with renowned psychotherapist and bestselling author Owen O’Kane. With his brand-new book Addicted to Anxiety just out, there’s no better time to dive into his game-changing insights on breaking free from anxious habits. Owen’s journey is as compelling as his advice—growing up during the Troubles in Northern Ireland, training as a priest, working in palliative care, and finally finding his true calling as a therapist. In this episode, he shares powerful tools to recognise anxiety triggers, disrupt negative cycles, and bring more calm into your life. Plus, he answers your questions, tackling everything from therapy timelines to simple exercises for managing worry. Whether you're looking for practical strategies or just a brilliant conversation, this one’s a must-listen! For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Alex Jones on seizing opportunities, embracing chaos, and life on The One Show 1:00:04

5 weeks ago1:00:04

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Joining us today is a broadcaster who’s been a staple in millions of living rooms for over a decade. She went from an unknown Welsh presenter to landing one of the most coveted jobs in TV and she’s been lighting up our screens ever since. It’s the brilliant Alex Jones! In this episode, Alex takes us through her extraordinary journey, from growing up in Wales with dreams of working in children’s TV to a life-changing phone call that led to her landing The One Show. She reflects on the wild twists of her career, including blagging her way into a job on a ranch in Arizona for a Magnificent Seven remake — despite being terrified of horses — sitting her university finals in Magaluf with Davina McCall as her invigilator and navigating the unpredictable world of live TV. Beyond the cameras, Alex also opens up about juggling family life with a demanding career, her experience of perimenopause and why she thrives in chaos! You can listen to Alex’s new show Binge wherever you get your podcasts, and of course, find Alex in her permanent seat on The One Show every weekday on BBC One. For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Something from the Cellar: Donna Ashworth 44:42

6 weeks ago44:42

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This week, we’re revisiting a truly special conversation with the wonderful Donna Ashworth—a poet whose words have offered comfort, hope, and inspiration to so many. In just four years, she has gone from self-publishing her first book to becoming one of the UK’s bestselling poets, amassing a devoted following of nearly half a million readers and topping the Sunday Times bestseller list. In this episode, Donna shares the remarkable story of how she rebuilt her life after losing her family business, turning a lifelong passion for writing into an unexpected career. She reflects on the pivotal moments that led her to self-publish, the unwavering support of her online followers, and the deeply personal themes woven through her work—from navigating grief and mental health, to the magic of finding joy in the everyday. Now, she’s just released her seventh book, featuring 70 brand-new poems that add even more depth and beauty to her ever-growing anthology. You can get your copy here ! For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Ben Fogle on chasing adventure, overcoming loss, and embracing the unknown 50:54

6 weeks ago50:54

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Joining us today is a broadcaster, adventurer, and writer who has spent over two decades exploring the world’s most remote and extreme environments. From the Amazon to Antarctica, he’s built a career defined by resilience, risk-taking, and a deep love for the great outdoors — it’s the brilliant Ben Fogle! In this episode, Ben reflects on his unconventional path—from swapping a job at Tatler Magazine for a year on the BBC’s Castaway, where he became one of Britain’s first reality TV stars, before carving out an award-winning career. Here he shares the pivotal moments that shaped him, the lessons he’s learned from those who’ve chosen to live off-grid, and the decision that changed everything: saying no to Blind Date! Ben also opens up about the challenges he never saw coming, including climbing Everest after a profound personal loss and how he balances a life of extreme adventure with the simple joys of home and family. You can get tickets to his UK tour, Ben Fogle Goes Wild Again, here , which begins this March. For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Something from the Cellar: RAYE 43:14

7 weeks ago43:14

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This week, we’re celebrating a true powerhouse in British music! Fresh from performing at the Grammys and with the BRITs just around the corner, there’s no better time to revisit our incredible chat with the one and only RAYE. In this conversation, we dive into her journey, her artistry, and the resilience that has made her one of the most exciting musicians of our time. So, pour yourself a glass, get comfy, and enjoy! For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Sanjeev Bhaskar on finding his path, the power of luck and why success can't be rushed 1:02:44

7 weeks ago1:02:44