Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did

Sean joins Genevieve to reminisce about his time on Grange Hill and EastEnders before he jetted off to the US to begin his Hollywood career. He explains why he preferred being at Grange Hill than his actual school, the accident that led to his pop career and how he ended up playing Wembley. He also talks about his early Hollywood career in sitcoms, Once Upon A Time, meeting his idols and why he de...

Curtis joins Genevieve to reminisce about the start of his career, his early hit singles and why he dismantled his pop career to make the music he wanted. We talk jazz, Sons of Anarchy, life as a touring musician and the real reason he got voted off a celebrity singing show. He also talks about his heart-throb image and how his '90s hair still follows him around - even though he cut it 30 years ag...

Sean Conlon, Scott Robinson and Ritchie Neville join Genevieve to reminisce about their rise to fame and success before splitting in 2001. We talk about Sean's profound tweets, Scott opens up about the food disorder he lives with - and Ritchie sets the record straight on an internet rumour about him. Plus, we also chat about the group's first new music for 20 years, how the dance moves are getting...

Yazz joins Genevieve to reminisce about making her chart-topping hit The Only Way Is Up, '80s fashion and styling George Michael. She also talks about the price of fame, the journey to finding her faith and recording gospel music. Plus, find out exactly who the Plastic Population were! You can find out more about Yazz's gospel albums - This Is Love and Running Back to You - on her website yazzmusi...

There's no guest this episode, but Genevieve drops by to share exciting podcast news. Some fabulous guests still to come this season, so stay tuned! =====     Don't keep the podcast to yourself! Please tell a friend or share it on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  You can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast . And if you'd like to support t...

Ariana joins Genevieve to reminisce about making the Steven Spielberg dinosaur classic Jurassic Park. She talks about hanging out with the director, almost killing Sam Neil, T-Rex teeth falling out and going to Universal Studios with Jeff Goldblum. She also talks about her character being a role model for young girls and her award-winning career as an artist since. You can see Ariana's amazing art...

Breakfast TV legend Mr Motivator joins Genevieve to reminisce about being the nation's original PE teacher in the UK back in the '90s.      He chats about exercising on live TV on his wedding day, reveals why he left the UK for Jamaica and what exactly he keeps in his bum bag.      He also talks about becoming a motivational speaker and his new club to help get the nation exercising again. Prepare...

Pop music royalty Lisa Scott-Lee and Ian "H" Watkins join Genevieve to reminisce about Steps' rise to fame and success - and talk about their lives in the years between the band splitting and since reuniting. The pair talk about living on £10 a week in the early days, Lisa's amazing performing arts academy and why she wishes her 2005 MTV reality show would disappear. While H teases their upcoming...

Dee dee na na na! Get ready to sing into your hairdryers and put your dancing shoes on as Sannie Carlson - better known as Whigfield - joins Genevieve to reminisce about her rise to fame with her '90s smash hit. She also talks about being in the Guinness Book of Records, performing to a BILLION people, why she released her last single anonymously (and then revealed herself after it hit #1) and foo...

Genevieve's stopping by to let you know that series 3 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 now s...

Join Genevieve as she picks out some memorable celebrity guest moments from Season 2.  Reminisce about American Pie, Clueless and Police Academy, and listen to some honest stories and lots of laughs. Find out why Luke Goss hates karaoke and hear the hilarious tales of Blue's mistaken identity with Donatella Versace and Nick Frost's unusual past-time of flushing cakes. **Please note there is some s...

Luke joins Genevieve to reminisce about his rise to fame in Bros, hysterical fans, being the youngest band to play Wembley Stadium and the blistered, bleeding hands that got him there. He also talks about the hard journey to becoming a Hollywood movie star, making films with Guillermo del Toro, the artwork collection he's created over the past year and his hopes for a Bros tour. **Please note ther...

Antony joins Genevieve to reminisce about his rise to fame in Blue - one of the UK's best-selling boy bands of the 2000s. He talks about his favourite memories, his mum running the band's fan club and the anxiety he felt being judged by the press. He also explains why he had to leave the band to be the person he wanted to be and why he loves being the underdog. **Please note there is mild swearing...

Parminder joins Genevieve to reminisce about making 2002 box office smash Bend It Like Beckham. She also talks about moving to Hollywood and starring in ER, her proudest role in Alcatraz and her latest sci-fi drama Intergalactic. Plus find out more about her portrait that hangs in a famous London gallery - and how she fell asleep while posing for it! Intergalactic starts on Sky and Now TV on 30 Ap...

Elisa joins Genevieve to reminisce about playing Amber - Cher's nemesis - in the classic '90s teen movie and TV series. She also talks about being typecast, starring in Sabrina and how after it was cancelled, she had to lose everything to find herself again. Elisa's memoir,  Wake Me When You Leave, is out in the US on 8 June and on 1 July in the UK - but you can pre-order it now on Amazon . You ca...

Thomas joins Genevieve to reminisce about making American Pie and reveals he originally threw the script in the bin before accepting the role! He also talks about his new film Adverse opposite Mickey Rourke, playing for the troops with his band and sending his work into space. Adverse is out now in the US and will be opening the Ramsgate International Film Festival in June. Find out more at advers...

Michael joins Genevieve to reminisce about making the cult comedy Police Academy films. He also talks about making Spaceballs with Mel Brooks, providing the sound effects for video games, the noises that hurt and gives an update on the planned eighth Police Academy film. And of course, he demonstrates his phenomenal vocal skills! You can find Michael on: Twitter - @Noizey_Man , Facebook - @Michael...

Nick joins Genevieve to reminisce about making cult comedies Spaced and Shaun of the Dead. He also talks about the pressure of being a performer, cats, art, taking a nunchuck to the face - and the Hollywood blockbuster he turned down. *Please note this episode contains swearing. Nick's latest comedy horror TV series Truth Seekers - as well as the brilliant Into the Badlands - are both available to...

'80s teen heartthrob Glenn Medeiros joins Genevieve to reminisce about his rise to fame and his decision to change career and become a teacher. In a remarkably candid chat, he reveals his experience with the darker side of the music industry which he says was "the norm". On a more upbeat note, Glenn also talks about his cameo in Karate Kid 3 - and whether we can expect to see him in Season 4 of Co...

Gladiator ready! Everyone's favourite Gladiator, Jet, joins Genevieve to reminisce about her time on the hit '90s TV show. She also talks about why she quit the programme and how she swapped her lycra to become a psychotherapist - as well as offering some advice for anyone struggling during lockdown. ===== You can find Diane on Twitter @jet_loves  and Instagram @jetloves - and on her website diane...

Happy new year! Genevieve's dropping by to let you know that series 2 of Celebrity Catch Up will be returning 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 early '00s, to take you on a trip down memory lane. Find out who the first guest will be and subscribe now so you don't miss it! You can also check out the podcast's...

Join Genevieve as she picks out some of her favourite guest moments from Season 1. There'll also be some previously unheard clips - as well as a few bloopers! ===== If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who may also like to have a listen, or leave a rating or review! You can find me on Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast or Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod . And if you'd like to suppor...

Swing batter batter! Alan Ruck joins Genevieve to reminisce about making the film that shot him to fame - the '80s classic Ferris Bueller's Day Off.  He also talks about the "lumpy" career he's had leading up to his current role in HBO hit Succession, as well as the time he was given just days to live in 2001 after a dip in a dirty Jacuzzi... ===== If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with...

Bel Air's favourite weathergirl Karyn Parsons reminisces with Genevieve about her time on the Fresh Prince and talks about the show's legacy and recent 30th anniversary reunion. Karyn also talks about the amazing work she's been doing since to raise awareness of African American achievement through her non-profit foundation, Sweet Blackberry. ===== You can follow Karyn on Twitter @Karyn_Parsons. I...

Hold the front page! Dexter Fletcher joins Genevieve to talk about cult teen TV drama Press Gang. He reminisces about working on the show and reflects on its lasting impact, as well as whether it should be revived. Dexter also talks openly about his life and career after Press Gang, including his rise to becoming a sought-after Hollywood director - and the bumps he's had along the way. *Please not...