Radio Gorgeous

Rabiah Hussain’s stunning debut play ‘Spun’ recently opened in London to much public and critical acclaim. Rabiah explains why she wrote a play focusing on two girls and their friendship rather than their relationships with men. She discusses her creative process and the ups and downs of ‘vomit drafting’! Rabiah also talks to Corinna about being a ‘South Asian woman from a working class background...

Gorgeous Lives: Actress Eve Crawford's Crusade on Parliament Eve Crawford is petitioning Parliament to stop lawyers having access to counselling notes in rape and sexual assault cases. After she herself was assaulted, she was contacted by the Rape Crisis charity who while they encouraged her to avail herself of therapy, strictly cautioned her to not get it until after the trial. She was horrified...

Award winning comedian and broadcaster Rosie Wilby chats to Victoria Pearson. Topics include her new book 'Is Monogamy Dead?' stand up comedy as a form of very public therapy and Conscious Uncoupling.  https://www.rosiewilby.com/ #GorgeousComedy #RosieWilby #radiogorgeous

At last! A novel with a middle aged woman, with grey hair on the front cover is published in the UK. A first and a victory for us women! Ex actor Barbara chats to Josephine about her novel which has been rereleased after 21 years, as it is so relevant to now. Expect tips on how to make yourself laugh and cry for the camera. Buy the book: http://headofzeus.com/books/actresses #RadioGorgeous #Theatr...

At some point every day we catch our reflection and look at our stomach, face or body and we often don’t like what we see. Michelle Elman body confidence coach believes we can change and all become body positive. Buy the book: http://headofzeus.com/books/am-i-ugly #RadioGorgeous #Wellbeing #BodyPositive Follow: Twitter: @ScarredNtScared Insta: ScarredNotScared

Leila talks in-depth to Donna about her life in writing as an award winning novelist and playwright. Leila moved to Aberdeen following her husband with a baby and small child. Even though she had never considered being an author she frequented the library and found solace in the feminist novels she read. Reading inspired Leila to write.  #RadioGorgeous #Author #Syria

Oxford educated journalist Tessa Boase, has now become Britain's leading writer about unknown women in history. Tessa discovered that the RSPB was founded by women who were opposed to dead birds on hats. And these women had been virtually written out of the organisation's early history. The purple feather which Mrs Pankhurst leader of the Suffragettes wore in her hat symbolised the suffragettes gl...

Strangers on a train … having sex! Polly is a bit disenchanted with life and sex with a stranger seems like a delicious fantasy until it isn't. There's no such thing as a perfect stranger: neither perfect and perhaps not even a stranger… A thrilling (tube) ride that starts as fantasy and finishes as thriller. #TUBING @kamckeagney #Sex #RadioGorgeous

A sweeping story of love spanning the swinging 60's of London and sultry desert nights in 80's Arizona. When your very identity is under question, how far and in what direction will love pull you? The death of her father sends shock waves through the life of Joy Sheldon and she sets out on a journey, that while she travels thousands of miles, just might bring her home. @NoelleHarrison www.noelleha...

Having a child can kill your sex life; find out how Phoebe and Oliver got their mojos back, big time. Josephine chats to best selling Glasgow based author Joanne Bolouri about fantasies, the dating scene and strong Scottish women. #RelightMyFire #RadioGorgeous #Comedy

Do you want more joy in your life? The wonderful top journalist Daisy Buchanan gives us tips and advice on how to live our life well and cleverly. Josephine and Daisy chat about subjects such as how to wash your hair, self care, mindfulness, how to dress, jealousy and much more.  #HowToBeAGrownUp #RadioGorgeous #Wellbeing

Critically acclaimed Rumer is an award winning singer songwriter whose debut single ‘Slow’ became one of 2010’s most requested Radio 2 tracks. Rumer talks to Corinna about how adopting rescue dog Alfie, led to a passion for animal welfare. Candidly open, Rumer also explains how being pregnant and having a baby last year has affected her confidence. After a break from performing, US based Rumer is...

Willfully frumpy Katy Brand comedy star of Katy Brand's Big Ass Show and writer of 'Brenda Monk is Funny' chats with Victoria Pearson. Topics include; her new hit play 3Women, the addictive nature of stand up comedy, working with Kate Moss, religion and feminism in performance. #KatyBrand #RadioGorgeous #StandUp https://www.katybrandofficial.com/ @KatyFBrand

Kirsty Gunn rips it up and starts again with each of her books, wrenching original novels out of her imagination. Her latest, a comedy about the impossible perfection of unrequited love, leaves as much out as in… much like a bikini! www.kirsty-gunn.com #RadioGorgeous #CarolinesBikini #ComedyNovel

I recently took a trip to Marbella, a place I haven’t visited for over fourteen years. Perhaps unfairly known these days as the place where TOWIE and Made In Chelsea vie for beach towels, I went in search of the wellbeing and spiritual side of a place which is known more for its glamour than its soul.  And happily I found it, listen to this podcast to find out how to feed your soul in Marbella.   ...

Canada is not a mass-market destination. It doesn’t deliver the conventional sun, sand, sea holiday, but instead offers considerably more soul, substance and spirit in the adventures. Some people will not get it, and these people will not choose to visit Canada – but they are missing a trick. Many from the UK visit friends and families there, or head to the Rockies for the experience, Calgary for...

This book is like no other, it let's you think differently, breathe, reflect, relax, let go, trust and live; all through the power of permission. Susie explains her life story and how it led to this gem of a book. Buy the book and more about Susie: https://www.slsourwine.com/ You can buy A Little Book of Permission on US and UK Amazon. #RadioGorgeous #wellbeing #SelfHelp

Sindhu Vee comedy star of BBC Radio 4 and HAVE I GOT NEWS FOR YOU chats with Victoria Pearson about the differences between male and female comedy, gratuitous swearing and how her Family life influences her material. She highlights her comedy influences and makes her predictions for the future of female comedy. http://sindhuvee.com #SindhuVee #Comedy #RadioGorgeous

We all dream of running away with the circus, Lina cleverly created her own female led circus. Mimbre have collaborated with super talented artists to create this explosive and highly entertaining show, suitable for ages 6 to 100. On tour all over the UK now. Unmissable! More info here: http://mimbre.co.uk/shows/ Live in the Square London: https://secretldn.com/live-in-the-square-festival/ #explod...

Lorna has been able to see angels since she was 3 years old. Lorna explains how praying for 2 minutes every day can change our hectic lives. She appeals to Women to take time out to feel and pray; then we can have direct access to the divine and spread spirituality to our loved ones. Kind Lorna never pointed out that I called her Laura at the end of the interview! Lorna is on tour now in the UK, d...

Deborah is very concerned about people not truly knowing the practical and psychological reactions to cosmetic procedures. Deborah explains why we should all question ourselves and do extensive research before we pay up for the needle or the knife. Her book gives much needed  impartial advice to help you get the outcome you want.  http://www.cosmeticsupport.com/ #RadioGorgeous #Beauty #Cosmetic

She's famous for her rich, oozing brownies but does Nigella's recipe hold up agains the Real Cooking Housewives of Chiswick: Josephine and Donna. The Cooking Housewives get brown and dirty in the bitchy kitchen. It doesn't get more gooey than this.  #radiogorgeous #nigella #cookinghousewives

Today we are talking all thing VEGAN and who better to find out about how and why from the UK’s leading VEGAN, Karin Ridgers. Karin gave up a high powered job in banking to dedicate her life to spreading the V word. She is the founder of VEGGIEVISION TV, and MAD Promotions and she is the main presenter on VEGFESTUK. She advises celebrities and people like us; how to become vegans. Karin also has h...

Ever fancied walking the most famous pilgrimage in the world EL CAMINO? You certainly don't have to be religious as Corinna found out when she interviewed founder of Radio Gorgeous, Josephine Pembroke. Josephine went with https://www.macsadventure.com/ For even more amazing women go to www.radiogorgeous.com @Corinna_Radio #ElCamino #GorgeousEscapes #Spain

Michelle adores Marilyn, in fact this is her sixth book about her. The book is called The Girl, The Seven Year Itch & The birth of an unlikely feminist. Hollywood expert Michelle explains how and why. #MarilynMonroe #RadioGorgeous #Feminism