Live, Laugh, Luke... with Luke Hamnett

Writer and Broadcaster Ashley James joins Luke for today’s episode of LLL, and they really deep with the conversation - from Trans rights to reality TV, Ashley for Prime Minister! She talks about her new Sunday Times Best Seller book ‘Bimbo’, and what inspired her to write it. And of course, she and Luke re-visit some Made In Chelsea moments, and talk about Big Brother. Plus, Ashley confesses her...

Luke and Jan catch up after a busy time; Luke’s had some amazing guests on the pod lately, and Jan’s bringing back the paper to-do list! Apparently 2016 is back, everyone’s been posting photos on socials from 10 years ago… are we loving the trend or are we swerving it? And Luke and Jan talk proposals - are you saying yes to a powerpoint proposal?! Also - OnlyFarts… whaaaat?! Learn more about your...

The iconic Natalie Cassidy joins Luke for this episode of LLL! She chats about her incredible career in Eastenders, as well as some of her biggest storylines. Plus she gives Luke the scoop on some of the amazing advice she’s been given from legends like Barbara Windsor. Plus they chat about grief, life outside of work, and why you must never ask Sonia to get her trumpet out! Learn more about your...

In this week’s catch up with Luke and Jan, we get the Hamnett family POV on the Beckham drama, Jan fancies herself in the I’m A Celeb jungle, and Luke’s been home every week in Stoke! Luke educates Jan on new ways to date in 2026, and Jan shares why you should never ever have an argument in bed, but why she’s been working on her twerking…! (Luke is not impressed, although his Dad is LOL) Learn mor...

The Queen of the North Lisa Riley joins Live, Laugh, Luke! She recaps her time in the I’m A Celeb jungle; conquering fears and making new friends (apparently Ruby Wax is a psychic - who knew?!) They also chat about her incredible 30 years in Emmerdale, the iconic Dingle family, and how people *still* call her Mandy in the street. Luke and Lisa get deep; talking about grief, sobriety, public percep...

Live, Laugh, Luke is back for 2026! And Luke and Jan are catching up after a well-earned break! After the Hamnett’s Christmas in Wales, Luke headed to Mexico for some relaxation and a bit of Coco Bongo, too... And in New Year’s news, there are some juicy confessions, and ICYMI Luke was on the New Year special episode of The Weakest Link! Oh and P.S. we missed off the MOST important bit, Jan’s got...

Luke and Jan are Living, Laughing and Luke-ing into 2026… or are they as it sounds like Jan might have plans to go rogue to do her own podcast… This episode features a look back at all of the incredible things the Hamnett’s have achieved in 2025, but as well as the peaks, there have been some pits as well. But did Luke and Jan do everything they wanted this year, and what does next year bring? Als...

TV presenter, Therapist and dating agent on Celebs Go Dating, Anna Williamson joins Luke for this episode of LLL, and they are getting deep… They talk toxic exes, grief, and get into why Luke can’t cry - no but seriously, why?! Plus Anna and Luke talk about working in the entertainment industry; how to take rejection, why it’s so important to stay true to yourself, and how to switch up your mindse...

The Hamnett’s are getting all the feels for Christmas because this episode comes complete with festive hats! There’s a Christmas Quiz and a debate on whether Elf on the Shelf should be stopped… controversial?! Jan and Luke are in their wellness era - they’ve been to a relaxing soundbath (Jan had a cheeky nap, ofc) and they’ve had a bit of Reiki, but did they see the colours?! Also, do we think it’...

We have Noah Beck and Siena Agudong on the podcast this week and we are talking all things Sidelines 1 and 2. Noah and Siena find out if Mingetown is a real place in the UK and the world crashes when Siena admits she has never had a Nandos.   Luke and Jan debrief the live show and are we going to 2 shows a week? Watch until the end to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

This week Live Laugh Luke welcomes Coronation Street’s iconic Brooke Vincent to the podcast! She talks to Luke about her incredible Corrie history, including having the first lesbian relationship on the soap! Luke asks her the BIG question everyone wants to know - will we ever see Brooke return to Weatherfield, with the highly anticipated CorrieDale crossover around the corner? As well as laughs t...

It’s officially party season! The Hamnetts are back and are building up to December and everything that comes with it!  The cat’s out the bag as Jan reveals her PET hate - friends bringing their furry felines over. Meanwhile, there’s drama at a spa during a special weekend away and a wild confession about waking up in a neighbour’s house (HOW?!) Plus Luke and Jan talk gay awakenings, big emotions...

Luke and Jan get into it about Christmas again - is it okay to play festive music before December? And if you’re wondering what makes an acceptable gift for your loved ones, don’t fear, Jan and Luke have you covered…. (or do they?!) Plus Jan tells us all about Ann Summers parties, and Luke fills us in on the Wicked: For Good premiere! Oh, and there’s another visit to a psychic… but did it go bette...

This week on the podcast, it’s time to get personal with questions for Luke and Jan - and ANYTHING GOES. Luke has made headway with his never-ending mission to get a Spice Girl on the pod and Jan has some solid suggestions on how to seal the deal - just Say You’ll Be There, one of you girls! Jan is thinking of launching her own podcast - the people demand it! - while Luke gives the lowdown on how...

This week on the podcast, Jan returns to the sofa (with her dancing shoes on?), Luke’s had a BIG birthday celebration and there’s games and laughs aplenty. Luke is feeling the nerves ahead of the big Live, Laugh, Luke LIVE show in December - but he’ll be alright on the night… right? Jan breaks the difficult news to Luke that he’s never been the most gifted at singing, but Luke is having none of it...

Luke is joined by the fabulous Megan McKenna to Live, Laugh and Luke away this episode. They chat about her journey through the industry, from her reality TV beginnings, to becoming a chart-topping country singer and her passion for making food content online. Megans shares more about her journey through motherhood, and how she loves being a wife, and of course that chat about *that* iconic fringe...

This week on the podcast, we catch up with what’s been going on in the world of Luke and Jan; there’s been an interview with Sophie Ellis-Bextor, and a trip to see Simply Red! Luke has been humbled by a fan asking for a photo of his mum, but he has also been awarded with a mural in Stoke. Peaks and troughs, hey?! Jan is thrilled to have hit 90k followers on Instagram, and to celebrate has been Chr...

Today’s guest is actual pop icon Claire Richards from Steps! But it wasn’t always about Steps - did you know Claire was in another band?! No, us either, but she tells all to Luke in this episode of Live, Laugh, Luke. Plus they get into why Claire can’t swear, and talking about her mouth (IYKYK) P.S. This episode contains a drunken confession from Claire - but you’re going to have to watch to find...

Adam Peaty, OBE, is today’s guest on Live, Laugh, Luke. He chats to Luke about his upcoming nuptials (Luke is swinging for an invite), his incredible career as an Olympic swimmer, his motivations and how faith has become an important part of his life. And they also play a game of Beat the Peaty - where Luke and Adam go head to head in a (not quite Olympic) challenge. And apologies for lowering the...

 From the Live, Laugh, Luke vaults is a very special extra episode of the podcast: it’s the very first one! Recorded last year, Jan and Luke get into Luke’s trip to Vegas to see Adele, and Jan’s flat tyre :( Peaks and troughs, eh?!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luke and Jan are having a week off the pod, but don’t worry - there’s a LLL surprise coming this week! Listen to find out more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s episode, Luke and Jan get chatting about weddings and all of the important stuff; should you pay for plus ones you’ve never met at your wedding? Can you get away with wearing white as a guest? And should the first dance be WAP?! In an age where weddings are getting more expensive and extravagant than ever, Jan shares her wedding budget and the menu she opted for back in the day! What is...

On this week's episode, Luke and Jan weigh up the pros and cons of whether of not Luke should get a ‘fur baby’. There’s also a strange visit to a psychic, and a chat about why so many of us hold onto sentimental items forever.... Never forget though, whatever happens, Jan absolutely cannot keep a secret - but don’t put that on Facebook, please! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

Have you ever messaged an A-Lister? Don’t worry, you’re not alone; Luke has a (secret!) love for Cameron Diaz, and he’s been sliding into the DMs, but has he ever had a reply!? Plus Jan shares her memories about Princess Diana, and how the nation mourned when she died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re into September, and that means only one thing… it’s back to school! Luke and Jan reminisce about their school days - someone’s a skiver and someone’s a cheater - but who is who?! We’ll give you a clue - the cheater still ended up getting an E grade, proof that cheaters NEVER prosper. Plus Luke talks about his iconic glasses as a kid, and how he beat the school bullies in the end because, wel...