This week on The Beginning, Middle and End Podcast, Mo Gilligan sits down with actor, writer, and director Aml Ameen — a man whose journey is as powerful as the roles he’s played.From bursting onto our screens in the cult-classic Kidulthood to holding his own on The Bill, Aml takes us back to those early London days and the rise of Black British culture that shaped him. He opens up about the pride of returning home, the reality of fame across the Atlantic, and the unexpected ways his work has impacted lives — including one fan who said Aml’s journey saved his own.In this inspiring conversation, Aml shares stories of growing up in a family rooted in community leadership, navigating Hollywood, partying with Prince, and ultimately finding his voice behind the camera with projects like Boxing Day. With 20 years in the game, he reflects on his legacy — not just as an actor, but as a storyteller determined to celebrate culture, love, and the richness of Black British identity.
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The Extraordinary Rise of Victor Ray
From busking on the streets of Newcastle to selling out shows across the world, Victor Ray’s rise has been nothing short of extraordinary. On this week’s Beginning, Middle, End with Mo Gilligan, Victor opens up about his journey — from shy kid with a big voice to viral sensation, from wedding bands to international stages. He shares the grind of busking, the power of social media, the highs of touring, and his vision for the legacy he wants to leave behind. Inspiring, raw, and full of heart — this is Victor Ray like you’ve never heard him before.
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TV Stand Up Comedian Emmanuel Sonubi
Comedian Emmanuel Sonubi joins Mo Gilligan on the Beginning, Middle & End podcast for a lively and revealing conversation about his journey from West End musical theatre performer and nightclub bouncer to award-nominated stand-up comedian. In this episode, Emmanuel shares hilarious and heartfelt stories — from surviving the infamous Comedy Store Gong Show just four gigs in, to touring internationally, to how a near-death experience on stage reshaped his life goals. With Mo’s trademark banter, the pair swap tales about the hustle, the craft, and the joy of turning life’s dramas into laughter.
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UK Music Icon: Wretch 32
UK rap icon Wretch 32 joins Mo Gilligan for a deep and inspiring conversation on Beginning, Middle & End. From pirate radio freestyles to chart-topping hits, Wretch reflects on his journey, the hustle behind the early grime scene, staying true to his lyrical craft, and the milestones that shaped him — from selling mixtapes by hand to performing on the Olympic stage. It’s an honest, funny, and thoughtful look at the beginning, middle, and legacy of one of Britain’s most respected wordsmiths.
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Laura Smyth: From Classrooms to Comedy Clubs
In this episode of The Beginning, Middle & End podcast, Mo Gilligan sits down with the wildly funny and deeply relatable Laura Smyth — former East London teacher turned award-winning comedian. Laura shares her incredible journey from raising a child solo in temporary housing to lighting up comedy stages across the UK. With raw honesty and riotous humour, she opens up about teaching teens, growing up in Forest Gate, and how she found her voice in stand-up — Expect big laughs, real talk, and East London banter at its finest.You can listen to Laura's brilliant new podcast, Shouldn't Laugh But...here
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