From humble beginnings to eight Michelin stars, Gordon shares how relentless drive and calculated risk have shaped his path to success. Along the way, Gordon reveals his secret to staying one step ahead in a rapidly evolving industry, his personal war against complacency, and the lifelong values which inform every decision he makes - gifted to him by his mother. This conversation offers a glimpse into what it takes to reach the top, and thrive in one of the most competitive and demanding professions in the world. – This episode is brought to you by Laurent-Perrier – a family-owned Champagne House, renowned as the region's great innovator and distinguished for its unique style of freshness, elegance, and purity.For more information go to www.laurent-perrier.com.–Produced by Lauren Armstrong-Carter at Rethink Audio.
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Layton Williams: Billy Elliot to an Olivier-winning iceberg
The village that raised Layton Williams begins in Bury and stretches to the London home of Val and Maria, who took him in when his first career as a child star looked all but over.Now, as an Olivier-winning musical star, Strictly Come Dancing favourite and TV writer, Layton sits down with Alex Zane to toast his success - and the decisions that almost cost him it all.– This episode is brought to you by Laurent-Perrier – a family-owned Champagne House, renowned as the region's great innovator and distinguished for its unique style of freshness, elegance, and purity.For more information go to www.laurent-perrier.com–Produced by Matt Hill at Rethink Audio
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Frankie Bridge: Child Star to Pop Powerhouse
From early beginnings in S Club Juniors to chart-topping success in The Saturdays, Frankie reflects on a life in the spotlight, her perfectionist nature, and the resilience that has defined her career. Host Alex Zane discovers her plan for navigating the pop machine, establishing creative control and uncovering a voice beyond the stage - as a best-selling author, by treading the boards on the West End and as an opinionated panellist on Loose Women. It’s a compelling look at what it takes to build a lasting career in one of the most fickle industries on the planet - all over a glass of bubbles at The Savoy London. Cheers!– This episode is brought to you by Laurent-Perrier – a family-owned Champagne House, renowned as the region's great innovator and distinguished for its unique style of freshness, elegance, and purity. For more information go to www.laurent-perrier.com.–Produced by Lauren Armstrong-Carter at Rethink Audio.
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Rob Brydon: from The Shopping Channel to Entertaining a Nation
A chance encounter at The Savoy led Rob Brydon to meet his wife - and now the broadcaster and comedian returns to face Alex Zane as we explore the life choices that have shaped his incredible career.What propelled Rob to leave Wales to pursue a showbiz life in London? And how did he keep going when it seemed the moment had passed... and his idol, Steve Coogan, went to more dizzying heights?Along the way we learn about the Empire Magazine review that turned it all around, the comedy gig that almost made him quit - and the work he is most proud of in his versatile career on stage and screens big and small..Join us for a glass of bubbles at the iconic Savoy London as we toast one of our most gifted entertainers. Cheers!– This episode is brought to you by Laurent-Perrier – a family-owned Champagne House, renowned as the region's great innovator and distinguished for its unique style of freshness, elegance, and purity. For more information go to www.laurent-perrier.com.–Produced by Matt Hill at Rethink Audio.
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Introducing... The Savoy Originals
Join journalist Alex Zane in the luxurious suites of The Savoy as he uncorks the stories behind some of the world’s most extraordinary creatives. Over a glass of Laurent-Perrier, Alex dives deep into what truly defines an artist - not just their craft, but their humour, style, inspirations, and the relentless drive that fuels their originality.Each episode is an intimate, unfiltered exploration of the unique experiences and perspectives that shape remarkable talents. A portrait of what makes an artist not just an artist, but a person too.This series is brought to you by Laurent-Perrier – a family-owned Champagne House, renowned as the region's great innovator and distinguished for its unique style of freshness, elegance, and purity.For more information go to laurent-perrier.com.Produced by Lauren Armstrong-Carter and Matt Hill at Rethink Audio.
Join journalist Alex Zane in the luxurious suites of The Savoy as he uncorks the stories behind some of the world’s most extraordinary creatives. Over a glass of Laurent-Perrier, Alex dives deep into what truly defines an artist - not just their craft, but their humour, style, inspirations, and the relentless drive that fuels their originality. Each episode is an intimate, unfiltered exploration of the unique experiences and perspectives that shape remarkable talents. A portrait of what makes an artist not just an artist, but a person too.
This series is brought to you by Laurent-Perrier – a family-owned Champagne House, renowned as the region's great innovator and distinguished for its unique style of freshness, elegance, and purity.
For more information go to www.laurent-perrier.com.
Produced by Rethink Audio.
UK