White Wine Question Time, with Kate Thornton, is the podcast that brings together well-known friends, three glasses of wine and three thought-provoking question...
Alex Jones on seizing opportunities, embracing chaos, and life on The One Show
Joining us today is a broadcaster who’s been a staple in millions of living rooms for over a decade. She went from an unknown Welsh presenter to landing one of the most coveted jobs in TV and she’s been lighting up our screens ever since. It’s the brilliant Alex Jones!In this episode, Alex takes us through her extraordinary journey, from growing up in Wales with dreams of working in children’s TV to a life-changing phone call that led to her landing The One Show. She reflects on the wild twists of her career, including blagging her way into a job on a ranch in Arizona for a Magnificent Seven remake — despite being terrified of horses — sitting her university finals in Magaluf with Davina McCall as her invigilator and navigating the unpredictable world of live TV.Beyond the cameras, Alex also opens up about juggling family life with a demanding career, her experience of perimenopause and why she thrives in chaos!You can listen to Alex’s new show Binge wherever you get your podcasts, and of course, find Alex in her permanent seat on The One Show every weekday on BBC One.For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram!***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Something from the Cellar: Donna Ashworth
This week, we’re revisiting a truly special conversation with the wonderful Donna Ashworth—a poet whose words have offered comfort, hope, and inspiration to so many. In just four years, she has gone from self-publishing her first book to becoming one of the UK’s bestselling poets, amassing a devoted following of nearly half a million readers and topping the Sunday Times bestseller list.In this episode, Donna shares the remarkable story of how she rebuilt her life after losing her family business, turning a lifelong passion for writing into an unexpected career. She reflects on the pivotal moments that led her to self-publish, the unwavering support of her online followers, and the deeply personal themes woven through her work—from navigating grief and mental health, to the magic of finding joy in the everyday.Now, she’s just released her seventh book, featuring 70 brand-new poems that add even more depth and beauty to her ever-growing anthology. You can get your copy here!For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram!***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ben Fogle on chasing adventure, overcoming loss, and embracing the unknown
Joining us today is a broadcaster, adventurer, and writer who has spent over two decades exploring the world’s most remote and extreme environments. From the Amazon to Antarctica, he’s built a career defined by resilience, risk-taking, and a deep love for the great outdoors — it’s the brilliant Ben Fogle!In this episode, Ben reflects on his unconventional path—from swapping a job at Tatler Magazine for a year on the BBC’s Castaway, where he became one of Britain’s first reality TV stars, before carving out an award-winning career. Here he shares the pivotal moments that shaped him, the lessons he’s learned from those who’ve chosen to live off-grid, and the decision that changed everything: saying no to Blind Date!Ben also opens up about the challenges he never saw coming, including climbing Everest after a profound personal loss and how he balances a life of extreme adventure with the simple joys of home and family.You can get tickets to his UK tour, Ben Fogle Goes Wild Again, here, which begins this March.For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram!***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Something from the Cellar: RAYE
This week, we’re celebrating a true powerhouse in British music! Fresh from performing at the Grammys and with the BRITs just around the corner, there’s no better time to revisit our incredible chat with the one and only RAYE.In this conversation, we dive into her journey, her artistry, and the resilience that has made her one of the most exciting musicians of our time. So, pour yourself a glass, get comfy, and enjoy!For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram!***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sanjeev Bhaskar on finding his path, the power of luck and why success can't be rushed
Joining us today is a trailblazer whose career has not only redefined British comedy but also bridged cultures and brought untold stories to the forefront of our screens. From groundbreaking sketch shows to acclaimed dramatic roles, he’s carved out a legacy that spans comedy, drama, and beyond—it’s the brilliant Sanjeev Bhaskar!In this episode, Sanjeev takes us through his remarkable journey, naming luck and timing—alongside plenty of hard work—among the biggest catalysts for his success. From growing up above a launderette in Hounslow as the son of Indian immigrants to becoming one of the UK’s most celebrated performers, he reflects on how a flip-of-a-coin decision by BBC executives set his career in motion at a time when he felt like a failure; only to later realise he was simply a “success in waiting.”Beyond comedy, Sanjeev opens up about his transition into dramatic acting, how he landed his career-defining role in Unforgotten, and the personal philosophy that has shaped both his professional and personal life. He also speaks candidly about fatherhood, trusting the process, and why he refuses to map out his future and enjoys embracing uncertainty.The incredible crime drama Unforgotten returns with another brilliant series, starting Sunday 9th February on ITV.For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram!***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
White Wine Question Time, with Kate Thornton, is the podcast that brings together well-known friends, three glasses of wine and three thought-provoking questions. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before. White Wine Question Time is a Stak production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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