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Malcolm Gladwell
Season 1 Episode 24
Join James O'Brien for an exclusive in-depth interview with Malcolm Gladwell
Published on 6 years, 3 months ago
Ben Elton
Season 1 Episode 23
He's one of the most influential writers that has shaped the last 30 years of British Comedy. This week, James sits down with writer, comedian, author, playwright and director, Ben Elton. Together th…
Published on 6 years, 3 months ago
Michael Palin
Season 1 Episode 22
Comedy legend, Sir Michael Palin joins James to discuss his life and incredible career. They talk about the origins or Monty Python and how he became apart of one of the most revolutionary sketch sho…
Published on 6 years, 3 months ago
Timothy Spall
Season 1 Episode 21
Actor Timothy Spall joins James O'Brien this week to discuss his career journey, how he got to where he is today and how he discovered the thrill of performing from an early age. They also discuss hi…
Published on 6 years, 4 months ago
Danny Baker
Season 1 Episode 20
In his first long form interview since leaving the BBC, broadcaster Danny Baker is in conversation with James. They discuss the breadth of his 40 year career from leaving school at the age of 14 to e…
Published on 6 years, 4 months ago
Adam Kay
Season 1 Episode 19
Former doctor, turned writer and comedian Adam Kay joins James O'Brien this week. Together they discuss his best selling book, 'This is Going to Hurt' which reflects on his experiences as a junior do…
Published on 6 years, 5 months ago
Rory Stewart
Season 1 Episode 18
From being in the running for party leader, to being asked to leave the party in the space of a mere six weeks, Tory Leadership Contender and Politician joins James O'Brien in his first long form int…
Published on 6 years, 5 months ago
Chris Moyles
Season 1 Episode 17
Chris Moyles: always the interviewer, never the interviewee, sits down with James O'Brien for a tantalizing look through the keyhole at the life of one of Britain's most infamous broadcasters. Full …
Published on 6 years, 5 months ago
Paloma Faith
Season 1 Episode 16
Paloma Faith is known for her voice: but did you know she found it in campaigning? From Maggie Thatcher's poll tax, to encroaching climate change Paloma has striven and struggled against it all. Join…
Published on 6 years, 5 months ago
Katherine Ryan
Season 1 Episode 15
James O'Brien meets the infamous Canadian-Irish comedian writer presenter and actress Katherine Ryan. They discuss her formative years, her unwaivering self-esteem and her journey from Hooters-girl t…
Published on 6 years, 6 months ago