White Wine Question Time

This week, we’re revisiting our fascinating conversation with one of the UK’s most respected journalists and broadcasters – Emma Barnett! In this episode, Emma reflects on her journey to becoming the voice of Woman’s Hour, her deep love of the landline and the importance of long-form conversation in a world of shrinking attention spans. She also shares the story behind that rare and unforgettable...

This week, we’re joined by one of the most hardworking and versatile talents in British television – she’s an actor, writer, and producer, it’s the brilliant Sally Lindsay! In this conversation, Sally opens up about what it really takes to survive and thrive in a changing industry. From her early breakout roles to creating, writing, producing and starring in her hit Channel 5 drama The Madame Blan...

Fresh from stealing the spotlight as host of this year’s BAFTAs and stirring up drama on The Traitors US, we’re revisiting our brilliant conversation with the endlessly entertaining Alan Cumming. In this episode, Alan opens up about the journey to reclaiming his identity, from letting go of toxic relationships to embracing his Scottish roots and living life unapologetically. With his trademark mis...

Joining us today is a model, dancer, Strictly finalist and trailblazer who became the first deaf contestant on Love Island, using the platform to shift perceptions, challenge stereotypes and champion inclusion – it’s the brilliant Tasha Ghouri! In this episode, Tasha opens up about her extraordinary journey so far, from navigating bullying and self-doubt to becoming a rising star in fashion and da...

As the first signs of spring begin to bloom, we’re revisiting our life-affirming conversation with the nation’s favourite gardener: Monty Don! In this uplifting episode, Monty reflects on his remarkable journey from struggling at school and losing everything after the collapse of his jewellery business, to completely rebuilding his life and becoming one of the most beloved and trusted voices in ga...

Joining us today is a fearless and brilliant actress whose career has seen her light up stage and screen in everything from Sherlock to Mr. Selfridge, and whose life off-screen has been just as dramatic, heartbreaking, and inspiring as the roles she’s played. It’s the lovely Amanda Abbington! In this episode, Amanda opens up about the defining chapters of her life so far, reflecting on the quiet e...

After last week’s brilliant chat with Stephen Fry, we’re keeping the momentum going by revisiting our conversation with another soon-to-be star of Celebrity Traitors UK, it’s the wonderful Mark Bonnar! In this episode, Mark reflects on his incredible career, from gripping dramas like Line of Duty and The Rig alongside fellow Scotsman Martin Compston, to critically acclaimed comedies like Catastrop...

Joining us today is one of the most celebrated thinkers and entertainers of our time – a writer, actor, comedian, and cultural icon whose voice and wit have been part of the fabric of British life for decades. From Blackadder and Wilde to QI and Harry Potter, he’s done it all – and now he’s back on our screens hosting Jeopardy! It’s the incomparable Stephen Fry. In this captivating conversation, S...

Following last week’s laugh-out-loud revisit with Joe Lycett, we’re celebrating another standout star of Amazon Prime's Last One Laughing, it’s the brilliantly funny Daisy May Cooper! Best known for her BAFTA-winning work on This Country, as well as her features on Am I Being Unreasonable? and Taskmaster, Daisy joined us back in 2020 for a hilarious and heartfelt chat about her rise through the co...

Joining us today is one of the UK’s most loved comedians, and our reigning Strictly champion, whose journey is as inspiring as it is hilarious — it’s the brilliant Chris McCausland! In this episode, Chris opens up about the challenges and triumphs of navigating life without sight, from losing his vision in his early twenties to becoming one of the country’s most in-demand stand-up comics. He share...

With Last One Laughing currently cracking us up on Amazon Prime, we’re throwing it back to our brilliant chat with one of its standout stars: comedian and TV host Joe Lycett! In this episode, Joe reflects on his journey through comedy and broadcasting, from seeking out advice from legends like Ant and Dec to paying tribute to the comics who helped shape his career. He also shares the story behind...

With a career spanning five decades across stage and screen — and unforgettable roles in EastEnders and Gavin & Stacey — today’s guest is one of British television’s most beloved actors, whose life has been anything but ordinary. It’s the brilliant Larry Lamb! In this episode, Larry reflects on the winding road that brought him to acting. From a difficult and volatile childhood in London to an...

After a pretty stressful few weeks in politics across the world, today’s Cellar episode takes us back to a delightful conversation with a stalwart of modern British politics: David Lammy MP! Kate sat down to speak with him in 2020 — before his meteoric rise to Foreign Secretary — where he talked about his long and storied career in British politics, from running his constituency for 25 years to hi...

Joining us today is one of the greatest long-distance runners of all time, a world record-breaking athlete whose relentless determination and resilience has inspired millions — it’s the phenomenal Paula Radcliffe! In this episode, Paula takes us through the defining moments of her extraordinary career, from the highs of shattering records at the London Marathon in 2003 — a time that remained unbea...

With the political landscape continuing to shift in unpredictable ways, today feels like the perfect time to revisit our conversation with Labour’s Jess Phillips — a woman who's been an unapologetically bold and passionate voice in Parliament for years — who now serves as Safeguarding Minister in the Home Office, where she continues to dedicate her career to her long-standing fight to protect wome...

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, shar...

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...

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 returni...

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...

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 th...

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...

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...

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...

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 moth...

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 p...