Reasons To Be Joyful with Gaby Roslin

In this episode Gaby chats with BBC’s ‘Line of Duty’ stars Adrian Dunbar, Vicky McClure, and Martin Compston who play AC-12s finest - Hastings, Kate Fleming and Steve Arnott. They talk about how much fun they’ve had filming 'Line of Duty' together over the last ten years, working with writer Jed Mercurio and the highly anticipated sixth series which begins on 21st March on BBC One. They discuss ho...

In this episode Gaby chats to the brilliant comedian, actor and writer Sanjeev Bhaskar OBE. He talks about creating the ground-breaking TV show ‘Goodness Gracious Me’ with his equally talented wife Meera Syal, plus ‘The Kumars at No. 42’ and the importance of seeing representation on screen. They talk about the hugely successful drama ‘Unforgotten’ with Nicola Walker which is available on ITV, ITV...

In this episode Gaby chats to comedian Rob Beckett. He talks about studying tourism at university, how he first got into comedy and the fun he used to have working in an office. He shares what it was like to host the Royal Variety Performance and how he has learned to be confident. He chats about his friendship with fellow comedian Romesh Ranganathan and their TV show called ‘Rob & Romesh Vs’...

In this episode Gaby chats to screenwriter Russell T Davies who created some of the most watchable British TV shows of the last three decades. He discusses the success of bringing back ‘Doctor Who’ the ground-breaking ‘Queer As Folk’, ‘A Very English Scandal’ starring Hugh Grant and Ben Whishaw, ‘Years and Years’ starring Emma Thompson, and Channel 4’s biggest ever box set launch which is availabl...

In this episode Gaby chats to the hilarious Rob Brydon. He tells the incredible story of how he broke into the entertainment industry. He talks about ‘Marion and Geoff’, ‘Gavin and Stacey’, ‘The Trip’ and his admiration of Steve Coogan, plus his new singing career and performing live with Sir Tom Jones and Coldplay. Also working on 14 series of ‘Would I Lie to You?’ with his comedian friends Lee M...

In this episode Gaby chats to a person she describes as ‘The Best’, it’s Michelle Visage! Audiences really got to know Michelle through the hugely popular ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ but she has such a fascinating career and story. They of course talk about Drag Race, her friendship with RuPaul and that it was actually Michelle’s idea to bring the show to the UK.  Also, how much Michelle adored being on...

In this episode Gaby chats, laughs and sings with comedians Rachel Parris and Marcus Brigstocke. They chat about their lip-syncing on social media which took the world by storm, even the American chat shows were talking about it! Plus the sweetest story of how they got engaged on Christmas day. Marcus tells of when he worked on an oil rig during the day and as a podium dancer at night! Rachel chat...

In this episode Gaby was overjoyed to chat to Sir Michael Palin who has such a wonderful outlook on life. They chat about Monty Python and their reunion, the famous fish slapping dance, and the worldwide appeal of slapstick comedy. He tells an amazing story about taking his 80-year-old mother on Concord to New York and how she was asked to perform on Saturday Night Live with him. Plus, being star...

In this episode Gaby chats to the fabulous designer and stylist Tan France! For those of you who aren’t familiar with Tan, this man is going to lift your spirits! He’s most well-known for bringing us the hugely popular and heart-warming ‘Queer Eye’ series on Netflix in which he helps people in need of a lifestyle makeover proving that how you dress can truly change how you feel. Tan also presents...

In this episode Gaby chats with broadcaster and writer Fearne Cotton. She talks about how much she is enjoying her new career direction through her hugely popular podcast and festival ‘Happy Place’ and the importance of living a simpler, quiet life. She discusses the importance of wellness being something that is accessible and free to everyone. They reminisce about ‘Top of the Pops’, their love o...

Charlie Mackesy’s hugely influential book ‘The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse’ was one of the best-selling books during lockdown. Gaby and Charlie talk about his classes with children discussing ways to keep imaginations alive into adulthood and helping people with Alzheimers to draw. He talks profoundly about how kindness can save a life and tells an extraordinary story of when he met The Q...

In this episode Gaby chats with TV and radio presenter Laura Whitmore, yer wan off da telly. She talks about her childhood growing up near Dublin with her huge Irish family, studying journalism in Boston and getting her first career break after winning a competition on MTV. Getting drunk while filming and the hilarity of  ‘Celebrity Juice‘ with Keith Lemon and Emily Atack. She tells the story of h...

In this episode Gaby chats with the fabulous Paul O’Grady and there are a lot of laughs! He chats about Lily Savage, the difficulties facing the entertainment industry, winning his BAFTA, Liverpool humour and his admiration for those who fought and died in the war. Plus, he recalls the brilliant drag queens he has worked with and his friendships with Cilla Black, Barbara Windsor and Jackie & J...

In this episode Gaby has two guests who want to make the world a better place. First she chats to TV presenter and author Dawn O’Porter. She talks about the charity she set up called ‘Choose Love’ that is now the greatest source of aid to the refugee crisis in Europe and has raised £30m. She speaks openly about her friendship and grief of losing Caroline Flack. How she fought off the competition t...

In this episode, Gaby chats with Oscar and BAFTA nominated actor Richard E. Grant. He shares what it’s like to be Oscar nominated and the unexpected success of ‘Can You Ever Forgive Me?’ with Melissa McCarthy. He recalls being star-struck at incredible showbiz parties with name clangs like Diana Ross, Timothée Chalamet and Winona Ryder. Meeting his hero Barbra Streisand and telling her that he has...

In this episode Gaby chats to the global superstar singer-songwriter Josh Groban. They kick off by co-creating a brand-new theme park called ‘Grobanland’! He talks about being an introvert, working with Robin Williams, meeting Annie Lennox, his friendship with Oprah Winfrey and his foundation called ‘Find Your Light’ which provides all children with arts education. UK listeners will be delighted a...

In this episode Gaby has two brilliant guests. First she chats to ‘Strictly Come Dancing’s’ Head Judge Shirley Ballas. They talk about her fascinating new book ‘Behind the Sequins’, her partner Danny Taylor and her dancer son Mark Ballas who actually pushed her to audition to be a judge on Strictly. She discusses the challenges of being a woman in her industry, bullying and Strictly’s new same sex...

In this episode Gaby has two fantastic guests. First up she chats with actor Russell Tovey about everything from trusting your inner voice, getting hot and sweaty under the sheets on the set of ‘Him & Her’, his love of condiments and his hero Robin Williams. They discuss his successful podcast ‘Talk Art’, working on ‘Being Human’, the astounding ‘Years and Years’, and the phenomenon that was ‘...

This episode is full of giggles as Gaby chats to her hilarious friend Keith Lemon. Discussing everything from their favourite films, dressing up for Halloween, his ambitions to host a fashion programme, his proud dad-bod, social media trolls and not keeping your BAFTA in the loo! Hear how his attraction to Davina McCall led to her securing him his first agent. He gives us a fascinating insight int...

In this episode Gaby secures an interview first with David and Georgia Tennant together! Oh, and David takes his top off! The pair discuss what life is like in the Tennant household with five children and talk honestly about how their relationship began. They chat about everything from what they watch on telly to David’s childhood aspiration to be ‘Doctor Who’ who Georgia’s father Peter Davison al...

In this episode Gaby has two fantastic guests. First up she chats with actress Celia Imrie - star of ‘The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’, ‘Bridget Jones’, ‘Calendar Girls’ and Miss Babs in ‘Victoria Wood’s Acorn Antiques’. You’ll hear how 'Star Wars' fans greet her in restaurants and how she kept fit during lockdown! Plus, her brilliant comedy series ‘Better Things’ about a single parent actress jugg...

Gaby chats to long-time friend Robbie Williams. The episode is full of laughter as Gaby and Robbie get the giggles sharing stories. As well as chuckling about falling down a manhole in Stoke on Trent, Robbie talks openly about his happiness, admiration of Ant & Dec and how walking has changed his life.  Contains swearing and drug references.  Produced by Cameo Productions , music by Beth Macar...

In this first episode Gaby is joined by acting royalty Dame Judi Dench and her actress daughter Finty Williams. It’s a fun filled chat including their love of sea otters, as well as Judi’s penchant for learning a new fact daily with her favourite TV programmes ‘Pointless’, ‘University Challenge’, ‘Tipping Point’, and ‘Who Wants To Be A Millionaire’! Both Dame Judi and Finty speak of their admirati...

TV and Radio’s Gaby Roslin is here with a brand new podcast and it's the party everyone is invited to! These days you can find a podcast on anything from skinning a fish to baking banana bread – Gaby’s chats are all about having a good time, celebrating positivity and spreading kindness. She'll bring you closer to the stars you've admired for years from Dame Judi Dench to Robbie Williams - there’s...