Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End

What’s it really like being one of Britain’s most recognisable doctors? In this episode of Beginning, Middle & End, Mo Gilligan sits down with TV doctor, GP, bestselling author and podcast host Dr Amir Khan for a funny, honest and eye-opening conversation about life inside and outside the consulting room. From delivering shocking diagnoses and unexpected pregnancies to dealing with patients wh...

Simon Brodkin joins Mo Gilligan for a hilarious and revealing conversation about one of the most unconventional careers in British comedy. Before becoming Lee Nelson, pulling off headline-making stunts on FIFA, Donald Trump and Theresa May, Simon was training to be a doctor. In this episode, he reveals why he walked away from medicine, how a homemade tape landed him on television, and the unbeliev...

In this conversation with Mo Gilligan, the Manchester rap star opens up about life behind the balaclava, the personal story behind Can’t Stop Won’t Stop, growing up in Gorton, working with Dave, performing at the BRIT Awards, and the mindset that turned SoundCloud freestyles into one of UK rap’s biggest success stories. From grief and resilience to fame, fashion, family, and the future, this is Me...

From writing chart-topping hits for Dua Lipa, Little Mix, Kylie Minogue and David Guetta to building her own artist career, Kamille joins Mo Gilligan in the brand new studio. They dive into growing up in South London, writing songs in minutes, the truth behind global pop success, social media pressure, imposter syndrome, parenting, networking, and why success isn’t always what it looks like from t...

From playing drums in church and youth clubs in Enfield to winning BRIT Awards and the Mercury Prize with Ezra Collective, Femi Koleoso joins Mo Gilligan for a powerful conversation about music, faith, friendship, and perseverance. They discuss the early days of Ezra Collective, life on the road, performing at the BRITs, turning down opportunities that didn’t align with their vision, and why givin...

Dawn French is one of Britain’s most beloved comedians, but her journey to becoming a national treasure is far more surprising than you might think. In this episode of Beginning, Middle & End, Dawn sits down with Mo Gilligan to reveal how a shared flat with Jennifer Saunders changed her life forever, the heartbreak she carried after losing her father, and the unexpected path that led her from...

From sofa surfing in London to chart-topping success — Maverick Sabre joins Mo Gilligan for a raw and inspiring conversation about music, hustle, and staying true to yourself. Maverick opens up about being discovered by Plan ...

BAFTA-winning writer and comedian Sophie Willan joins Mo Gilligan for a brutally honest and hilarious conversation about turning real life chaos into award-winning TV. From getting expelled from school after turning up drunk in a bikini , to building the hit series Alma’s Not Normal , Sophie opens up about the moments that shaped her career — including how her grandma inspired her creativity, the...

Vikkstar joins Beginning, Middle & End for a candid deep-dive into the journey behind one of the internet’s biggest success stories. From the early days of uploading videos and building Sidemen, to navigating fame, pressure, business moves, and staying relevant in a constantly changing digital world — this episode covers the real story behind the screens. We talk ambition, burnout, money, frie...

From labouring jobs in London to building a multi-million pound fashion brand, Tommy Fordham’s journey is anything but normal. In this episode, Tommy sits down with Mo Gilligan to talk about the reality behind success — from being cast on TOWIE and suddenly becoming famous, to building global sneaker brand Mallet and generating over £100M in sales. But the story doesn’t stop there. Tommy opens up...

What’s it really like growing up famous on one of Britain’s biggest TV shows? This week on Beginning, Middle & End , Mo Gilligan sits down with EastEnders legend Natalie Cassidy . From starting on the show at just 10 years old , to dealing with tabloid pressure as a teenager , Natalie opens up about the reality of growing up in front of millions. They talk about the surreal moment she realised...

Manny Norte is known as “The Name You Can Trust” in UK music — but his story runs deeper than radio. In this episode, Manny sits down with Mo Gilligan to break down the untold journey behind UK nightlife, radio, fashion, and global culture. From dance battles and pirate radio to DJing for Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Rihanna, Drake and Kanye, Manny reveals how he became one of the most trusted tastemakers in t...

Ovie Soko finally sits down with Mo Gilligan for a conversation that goes way beyond Love Island. From playing basketball in America to suddenly becoming one of the most recognisable faces on British TV, Ovie opens up about the surreal moment he realised his life had changed forever — including fans literally stopping traffic when he walked into Selfridges. They talk about the pressure of being a...

East London storyteller Hak Baker joins Mo Gilligan to talk about the moments that shaped his life — from growing up on the Isle of Dogs to learning guitar in prison and becoming one of the UK’s most unique voices in music. Hak opens up about redemption, staying loyal to lifelong friends, refusing to be boxed in as an artist, and the moment that changed everything. This is a powerful conversation...

Isaac Ryan Brown might only be 20 years old — but his career already reads like a Hollywood biography. He first went viral at 6 years old singing Michael Jackson on America’s Got Talent , before becoming one of Disney Channel’s breakout stars on Raven’s Home . Since then he’s worked on major shows like Black-ish , voiced characters in Family Guy , and is now launching his music career after hittin...

This week on Beginning, Middle & End , Mo Gilligan sits down with K Trap for one of the most honest conversations about fame, music, and growth you’ll hear all year. From the moment K Trap removed the balaclava that defined his early career , to scoring a global hit with “Warm,” he’s been navigating the pressure of evolving in a genre that often refuses to let artists change. In this episode t...

From child wizard to Shakespearean king. This week on Beginning, Middle & End , Mo sits down with Alfred Enoch — the actor many first met as Dean Thomas in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone — to talk about the wild journey from childhood fame to leading the Royal Shakespeare Company . They dive into the reality of growing up inside one of the biggest film franchises in history, the surr...

What does it take to discover a generational superstar? In this episode, Mo Gilligan sits down with music industry legend Darcus Beese — the man behind artists like Amy Winehouse, Florence + The Machine, Mumford & Sons, Jessie J, and Sugababes . From starting out making tea at Island Records to becoming the first Black president of a major record label , Darcus shares the real stories behind t...

This week on Beginning, Middle & End , Mo sits down with the one and only Paloma Faith. From growing up in Hackney to winning at the Brit Awards, Paloma opens up about signing a “terrible” first record deal, living in a rented flat while already famous, and why imposter syndrome never really goes away. She talks motherhood, money, trolls, gratitude, and the surprising moment that made her albu...

Rapper and artist Denzel Curry joins Mo Gilligan for a deep conversation about music, ownership, and survival in the industry. From touring with rock legends to stage-diving chaos, Denzel opens up about the importance of owning his masters, dealing with loss, and building a legacy beyond hits. They talk viral success, XXL fame, independent deals, and why hip-hop needs community again — plus wild s...

On this week’s episode of Beginning, Middle & End with Mo Gilligan , Mo sits down with comedian Marlon Davis for a conversation that’s as funny as it is unexpectedly deep. Marlon takes us right back to the beginning. His school days learning fine arts, discovering creativity before comedy, and how those early artistic influences shaped the performer he’d eventually become. It’s a side of Marlo...

From Brixton estates to New York runways, and finally to the raw, unpredictable world of stand-up comedy — Michelle doesn’t do ordinary career paths. In this episode, she joins the podcast to unpack the wild pivot from modeling to comedy, the reality of chasing success across continents, and why reinvention is sometimes the bravest move you can make. Michelle’s journey is unpredictable, fearless,...

On this episode of Beginning, Middle & End , Mo Gilligan sits down with trailblazing actor, author, and former stand-up Andi Osho for a rare, expansive conversation about creativity, courage, and knowing when to walk away. From growing up in East London to working behind the camera before stepping into the spotlight, Andi opens up about her rise through stand-up comedy, appearing on Live at th...

From growing up in Bradford facing bullying and racial tension, to using magic as a form of protection, Dynamo opens up about the reality behind the illusion. He speaks honestly about living with chronic illness, losing himself at the height of fame, and the moment he almost walked away from magic forever. Dynamo also reveals incredible stories involving Dave Chappelle , Banksy , and Chris Martin...

This week on Beginning, Middle & End, Mo Gilligan sits down with comedy powerhouse Joanne McNally. From selling out shows across the world to accidentally taking a sleeping pill before going on stage, Joanne talks touring exhaustion, dating while never being in the same country twice, and why success doesn’t always come with a blueprint. She opens up about podcast power, creative freedom, bein...