Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did

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 difficult day when they received the phone...

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. Jonathan also talks about his experience of anxi...

** 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 watched an episode of the show - and tal...

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 Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast .      An...

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 how they reunited 25 years later. Plus Jay talks a...

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 challenges of shaking off the stigma of being a teen...

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 about trying to maintain a better work/life...

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 about dealing with media storms, challenging percept...

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 became involved in politics and how he went on to...

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 miss it! =============   You can find the podc...

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 member Brian McFadden and Savage Garden frontman...

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 critically acclaimed move into theatre over the past...

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 talks about the cheeky ending to a Westlife video...

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 with a cruel press, a crippling lack of con...

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 with a cruel press, a crippling lack of con...

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 show, find out more at celebritycatchup.com/su...

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 how a routine mammogram led to the discovery she...

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 football, returning to his theatre roots and opens up ab...

Darren joins Genevieve to reminisce about his rise to fame and monster success in Savage Garden before splitting and forging a solo career. In an open and honest chat, he explains why he quietly quit the music industry in 2012 and why he's now ready to take it on again - as his true self. He also talks about being a parent to an Instagram dog, studying comedy for three years and his foray into pod...

Judd joins Genevieve to reminisce about making John Hughes' classic 1985 film The Breakfast Club. Hear how he went undercover at a high school with Emilio Estevez for his role and the story behind how his now-iconic fist pump made its way on the screen. Judd also explains why he doesn't like being labelled part of the Brat Pack and gives a searingly honest critique of his career and the acting ind...

Kids TV legends Dick & Dom join Genevieve to reminisce about the success of In Da Bungalow in the early Noughties and explain why it ended far too soon. The guys chat about bogies, baby racing and blocking the BBC toilets with creamy muck muck. Dom also talks about the demands to stay looking young, while Rich explains why dementia charities are close to his heart. Plus the guys reveal what audien...

Lea joins Genevieve to reminisce about being propelled to fame in some of the most iconic '80s films.   She opens up about the film she thinks ruined her movie career (spoiler - it's Howard the Duck), bouncing back with her own sitcom and her recent move into directing.   Lea also talks about why fish make great pets and reveals an awkward encounter she had with Brad Pitt. Plus, she also chats abo...

Genevieve's stopping by to let you know that series 4 of Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did will begin next week!   Once again she'll be joined by a host of stars who were involved in 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 n...

Join Genevieve as she picks out some memorable celebrity guest moments from Season 3.  Reminisce about Jurassic Park with Lex herself, as well as '80s hits from Go West and Yazz - and hear some cheeky antics from '90s pop legends Steps and Five.   Also hear Sean Maguire and Whigfield open up about some of the difficult times in their lives, find out why Curtis Stigers cut his trademark long hair a...

It's the season 3 finale! Go West's Richard Drummie joins Genevieve to reminisce about the band's early career, their split and subsequent reunion. He talks about working with Sylvester Stallone, elephants - and why the band is still in debt to their record company to this day. Richard also talks about how the King of Wishful Thinking gave Go West a second bite of the success cherry, Jimmy Fallon...