White Wine Question Time

Ahead of a  very  special guest on Friday (listen in to find out who it is...) we thought this was the perfect time to celebrate the fabulous range of superstar chefs who have joined us for a chinwag. These three are titans of the industry: Rick Stein chats to us about the rocky start to his career and how sailing around the world opened his eyes - and tastebuds - to things he could neve...

Joining us today is a man whose voice is at the heart of some of the BBC’s most powerful conversations. He’s an award-winning journalist, interviewer, and radio presenter known for his quick wit, depth, and relentless curiosity: it’s the brilliant Amol Rajan! In this episode, Amol takes us through his fascinating journey from a state school in Tooting to the hallowed halls of Cambridge, reflecting...

Today, we're diving into some of the most unforgettable confessions and astonishing revelations we’ve heard on the show. Join us for a wild hen night story from the Duchess of York, where she and the late Princess Diana found themselves in quite the predicament. We also revisit Ade Edmondson’s candid reflection on his complex relationship with his father, a dynamic that pr...

Today's guest is a pantomime design dandy who's fantastically extra on every level. He's an interior designer and TV personality who has spent almost three decades on screen telling us what to do with our homes: it's Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen!  Now in "so-called retirement", Laurence fills his time with about as wide a range of design tasks as possible. He joins us to chat about where those hob...

With November on the horizon, we're gearing up for another wild season of I'm a Celeb! To celebrate, we're dusting off a fan-favourite episode with none other than the 2015 Jungle Queen herself: the lovely Vicky Pattison! Join us as we dive back into her world of life, love, and all the juicy bits in between. For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram ! ***Please take the t...

Our guest today is a hugely impressive woman who can turn her hand seamlessly to just about anything: it’s legendary broadcaster and journalist, Vanessa Feltz! We spoke to Vanessa ahead of the release of her deeply personal autobiography - the book she swore she’d never write - about the ups and downs of an amazing professional and personal life. It’s an inspiring, occasionally heartbreaking lesso...

This week, we’re wrapping up Menopause Awareness Month with an inspiring lineup of women who’ve come out the other side! First, Sex and the City creator Candace Bushnell shares how post-menopause is her most empowering chapter yet - and dishes on the new trend of 70-something weddings! Next, Kaye Adams opens up about overcoming her age-phobic past and embracing her 60s with confidence. And finally...

Joining us today is a man whose voice is synonymous with radio greatness and whose charm, sharp wit, and quick humour has made him a favourite on our screens. He knows how to keep an audience hooked: it’s the brilliant Johnny Vaughan! In this episode, Johnny looks back at his time working on  The Big Breakfast , reflecting on the challenge of stepping into big shoes and how he quickly made th...

Today, instead of taking our regular trip down to the cellar, Kate welcomes Lynn and Terry, two White Wine Question Time listeners who bravely share how our menopause series has transformed their relationship in such a difficult life stage. In this candid chat, they reflect on the challenges menopause can bring to our closest relationships, and how, with a little support and allyship, they found a...

You’ll no doubt recognise today’s guest from some of the biggest shows on British TV over the last two decades - from Peak Practice and Doctor Who to Bancroft and Industry. And if not those, then definitely that insane Boddingtons beer advert in 1994: it’s Sarah Parish! Sarah joins Kate on the show a few years late - she explains everything - for a chat about some of the scarcely believable acting...

Today, in celebration of Menopause Awareness Month, we’re looking back at a phenomenal conversation we had last year with Lisa Snowden and our favourite menopause expert, Dr. Naomi Potter. Here we get informed, inspired and comforted on all things perimenopause and menopause. You can find the rest of our menopause series here:  The Menopause - and what’s next with Tamzin Outhwaite and Dr. Lyd...

Today’s guest is associated with the most iconic catchphrase of the 1990s, whose distinct eras of presenting and acting across a sixty-year career have made him a true household name across the UK - and tonight Matthew, he’s in Kate’s kitchen: it’s Matthew Kelly! Matthew and Kate discuss how his esteemed career is built on a few simple but important truths. Matthew also reveals all about his (botc...

This week, we’re revisiting our chat with a man who swapped sold out arenas for the serenity of the countryside. But he's now lighting up the Strictly dancefloor with his uber-talented dance partner Amy Dowden - it's none other than the fabulous JB Gill! In this episode, we ventured out to rural Kent to visit JB and his wife Chloe at their turkey farm, diving into their remarkable journey from fam...

Joining us today is a broadcaster and author who has been a mainstay in the country’s living rooms for over thirty years: it’s the legendary Richard Madeley! Ahead of the release of his new novel, Richard joins us for a chat about how his professional and personal lives have intertwined and morphed over his 50-year career. From nurturing that raw excitement from his first jaunts on the l...

As Strictly continues to heat up, we’re throwing it back to our milestone 100th episode featuring a man who's swapped his high-vis jacket and hard hat for a bucket load of sequins - it’s the one and only Nick Knowles! In this episode, Nick walks us through his journey to a downsized life, opens up about the invaluable lessons he’s learned throughout his career, and together, we reflect on the deep...

Joining us today is a man whose career has spanned continents and decades, captivating audiences both on-screen and off. He’s an award-winning actor, winemaker, and now a celebrated author: it’s the legendary Sam Neill! One day shy of his 77th birthday, Sam Neill joins us from Vancouver, where he’s filming his latest project, to reflect on his extraordinary life. He shares how he found acting at 3...

This weekend, as Strictly makes its grand return for its 20th year, we’re revisiting our conversation with a man who doesn’t stand still for anyone. First, he was a high-flying director in the city who supplied consultant doctors to the NHS. Then, he had quite the reign as TOWIE’s go-to bad boy, and now he’s entering a new era full of sequins and glitter balls. It's the lovely Pete Wicks! Here, he...

Joining us today is a woman who will almost certainly be on your bookshelf at home. She’s a crime fiction author, screenwriter and former actress who has been crafting expert stories on stage and screen for sixty years: it’s the fiery, fabulous Lynda La Plante! Ahead of the release of ‘Whole Life Sentence’, her final Detective Jane Tennison thriller, Lynda joins us to chat about a truly remarkable...

In celebration of a brand new season of Strictly, we’re revisiting our conversation with the incredible Amy Dowden - a woman who radiates nothing but pure joy! Here, Amy opens up about her challenging health battles, her unbreakable spirit, and the unwavering support of her husband along the way. And of course, she also shares her excitement about her triumphant return to the Strictly ballroom! Fo...

Joining us today is one of the most celebrated modern comics in the UK - who just so happens to also be a hilarious broadcaster and a dab artistic hand. It’s the lovely Joe Lycett! Ahead of the release of ‘Art Hole’, a beautiful (and hilarious) new collection of his artwork, Joe joins us for a chat about his blossoming career that’s taken him from his beloved Birmingham to… every one of the other...

After a weekend of scrambling for Oasis reunion tour tickets, we thought there was no better time to revisit some brilliant 90s icons—Oasis megafans included! First up, we have Tom Kerridge, who chose Liam Gallagher as his special subject on Mastermind, followed by Dave Berry recounting to his best mate Alex Zane the time he got 'Liam-ed' just four days into his new job. Then, another 90s legend,...

Kate's reporting from her sunbed on a well-deserved holiday, here with a back catalogue cracker to get your weekend off to the best possible start! With the Paralympics well underway, today is a perfect day to revisit our chat with comedian, author and host of The Last Leg, Adam Hills. The Last Leg's coverage has become a staple of the Paralympics over the last decade, so what better time to revis...

This week, as we try to shake off our post-Olympic blues, we’re diving into some equally remarkable - hilariously unconventional - sporting stories! First, Aled Jones shares his story of the impromptu game of baseball he played with George Michael and Martin Kemp during Bob Geldof and Paula Yates’ wedding. Then, Ben Shepherd reveals how a university course mix-up developed an unexpected love for b...

Joining us today is a comedian and broadcaster who has emerged as one of the preeminent political satirists working in the UK. And just as well, because he says he couldn’t fathom doing anything else. It’s the hilarious Nish Kumar! In between his late run of shows at the Fringe, Nish joins us from between some washing in a stranger’s Edinburgh basement. He chats about how his career has gone from...

We're back among the beautiful vines at the Ridgeview Wine Estate for another episode with the nicest couple in showbiz, Martin and Shirlie Kemp! Our live audience took the floor for this episode, as they ask Martin and Shirlie about their memories of George Michael, who's the real cook in the household and how Martin ended up flying a WWII plane with his son Roman when he was only 15! Plus, if yo...