Paul McKenna's Positivity Podcast
The Positivity Podcast is a new, half-hour, in-depth, non-journalistic interview programme hosted by Paul McKenna. Each week, he interviews some of the world's most interesting people in a deeply explorative style.
Episodes
119 - Penelope Tree
My guest today is one of the original supermodels, she is a style icon of the Swinging Sixties, and David Bailey’s muse. Her autobiographical novel Piece Of My Heart, looks with brutal honesty at the dizzying impact of sudden fame and shares the inside scoop on ‘60’s fashion and high society. When John Lennon was asked to encapsulate her in three words, he replied, "Hot, Hot, Hot, Smart, Smart, Smart!”. I’m talking today with Penelope Tree…
25/06/24•28m 32s
118 - Deborah Meaden
My guest on the Positivity Podcast today is a highly-successful entrepreneur - famous for being one of the investors on the BBC show Dragons’ Den. Her latest project is a book for teenagers ‘Deborah Meaden Talks Money.’ I’m talking today with Deborah Meaden.
27/05/24•29m 18s
117 - Kate Silverton
My guest today is a journalist, therapist, best-selling author and broadcaster. She is known both nationally and internationally as a BBC newsreader. These days, she is a child therapist and councillor. Her new book is titled ‘There’s Still no Such Thing as Naughty’. I’m talking today with Kate Silverton…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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08/04/24•32m 16s
116 - Alan Johnson
My guest today is a former UK Education Secretary, Health Secretary and Home Secretary. He is an award-winning, best-selling author and his new book Death On The Thames has just been published. I am speaking today with Alan Johnson…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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03/04/24•29m 11s
115 - Tommy Tiernan
My guest today is a comedian, actor and writer. He is one of Ireland’s most successful stand-up comics and is also famous for starring in the TV show Derry Girls. He is hailed by Billy Connelly as one of his three favourite comedians in the world. He’s touring the UK in April. I’m talking today with Tommy Tiernan...
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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18/02/24•32m 9s
114 - Stephen Moyer
My guest today is an actor, producer and director. He’s best known for portraying the vampire Bill Compton in the hit TV series True Blood. His new series is based on the epic film Sexy Beast. I am talking today with Stephen Moyer...The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.Don't forget to rate and subscribe to the podcast and share your best bits from the episode online.Paul McKenna Twitter: @ImPaulMcKenna Paul McKenna Instagram: @IamPaulMcKenna
29/01/24•46m 49s
113 - Melanie Sykes
My guest today is an author and former TV and radio broadcaster. Famous for hosting on such shows as ‘Today with Des and Mel’ and ‘Going Out with Alan Carr’. She’s an autism advocate and campaigner for women’s rights. Her new book is called ‘Illuminated’. I’m talking today with Melanie Sykes...
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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09/01/24•16m 5s
112 - Ben Miller
My guest today is an actor, comedian and author. He rose to fame as one half of the comedy duo Armstrong and Miller. He has starred in such shows as Death in Paradise and Primeval. His new children’s book is Adventures of a Christmas Elf. I’m talking today with Ben Miller...
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
Don't forget to rate and subscribe to the podcast and share your best bits from the episode online.
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11/12/23•45m 12s
111 - Sarah Millican
My guest today is an award-winning comedian, a best-selling author and a broadcaster. In 2013, she was listed as one of the 100 most powerful women in the UK, by Radio 4’s Women’s Hour. Her debut book ‘How To Be Champion’ was a Sunday Times No.1 best seller. She is on tour in the UK with her show ‘Late Bloomer’. I’m talking today with Sarah Millican…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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23/11/23•32m 45s
110 - James Haskell
My guest today is one of the best-known UK rugby players in the world, having played 77 times for his country. He is a Sunday Times bestselling author for his smash-hit autobiography and he’s also a DJ. I’m talking today with James Haskell…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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27/02/23•23m 58s
109 - Arthur Smith
My guest today is a comedian and playwright of two West End shows. His autobiography, My Name Is Daphne Fairfax, was published to critical acclaim and he’s a regular presenter on BBC Radio 4. He also performs stand-up all around the UK. In 2008, he won the Edinburgh Festival Spirit of the Fringe Award. I’m talking today with Arthur Smith…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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13/02/23•24m 10s
108 - Hugh Bonneville
My guest today is an actor famous for appearing in films such as Downton Abbey, Notting Hill, The Monuments Men and the Paddington Bear series, amongst many others. His new book Playing Under The Piano paints a vivid picture of his career on stage and screen. I’m talking today with Hugh Bonneville…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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16/10/22•27m 51s
107 - Gary Numan
My guest today is a musician who came to fame as the frontman for the new wave band Tubeway Army and later as a solo artist selling over 10 million records. He is a pioneer of electronic music and has received the Ivor Novello award. A new documentary about his music and his life airs on Sky Arts on August 13th. I’m talking today with Gary Numan…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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07/08/22•33m 21s
106 - Chris Hadfield
My guest today is one of the most accomplished astronauts in the world. He was named the Top Test Pilot in both the US Air Force and the US Navy and was inducted into Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame. He has flown three space missions, built two space stations, crewed the Space Shuttle, the Soyuz, and commanded the International Space Station. He's the author of four international best sellers. His latest book is The Apollo Murders. I’m talking with Colonel Chris Hadfield…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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24/07/22•33m 29s
105 - Jane Fallon
My guest today is a best-selling author, having sold over a million books in the UK. Before becoming a full-time writer, she was a multi-award-winning television producer behind shows such as This Life, Teachers and 20 Things to Do Before You’re 30 as well as producing on EastEnders. Her new book is entitled ‘Just Got Real’. I am talking today with Jane Fallon…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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18/07/22•23m 25s
104 - Fat Tony
My guest today found fame as a club DJ in the 1980s doing private parties for everyone from Prince to Madonna. He’s become one of fashion’s favourite acts as Vogue’s resident DJ and as Donatella Versace and Victoria Beckham’s go-to party guy. His autobiography ‘I Don’t Take Requests’ is out now. I’m talking today with DJ Fat Tony…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
Don't forget to rate and subscribe to the podcast and share your best bits from the episode online.
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20/06/22•24m 22s
103 - Gary Delaney
My guest today is a writer, stand-up comedian & TV star. He’s been called the ‘king of the one-liners’. He’s become one of the most followed and quoted comedians in the country. I am talking today with Gary Delaney…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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24/04/22•38m 39s
102 - Lynda La Plante
My guest today is a multiple award-winning author and screenwriter having won three BAFTAs, an Emmy, and the Edgar Allan Poe Award. She has created numerous internationally-acclaimed TV shows and is best known for writing the hit crime series Prime Suspect. Her new novel is called Vanished. I’m talking today with Lynda La Plante.
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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21/03/22•25m 22s
101 - Joe Wicks
My guest today is a multi-million, best-selling author, TV presenter and fitness coach. His brand is one of the world’s most followed fitness accounts on all social media. He holds the Guinness World Record for ‘most viewers for a fitness workout live stream on YouTube’. His videos have had nearly 300 million views. His new book is called ‘Feel Good Food’. I am talking today with Joe Wicks.
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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14/03/22•21m 12s
100 - Patrick Duffy
My guest on the Positivity Podcast today is an actor best known to audiences around the world for his twelve years in one of the biggest TV shows of all time, Dallas. He also appeared in The Bold and the Beautiful and the Man from Atlantis and starred in the award-winning West End production of Art. He’s currently on tour in the UK in Catch Me If You Can. I’m talking today with Patrick Duffy…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
Don't forget to rate and subscribe to the podcast and share your best bits from the episode online.
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20/02/22•27m 57s
99 - Ludacris
My guest today is a Grammy award-winning, multi-platinum rap star. He’s also an actor best known for his roles in the Fast And Furious film series, along with movies such as Crash and Gamer. His new Netflix kids’ animated series is called Karma’s World. I am talking today with Chris Bridges, professionally known as Ludacris..
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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07/11/21•21m 27s
98 - Bear Grylls
My guest today is an internationally famous adventurer, writer and award-winning TV broadcaster. He has served as a soldier in the SAS and has starred in numerous TV survival shows, where he has taken stars such as Julia Roberts, Roger Federer and Barack Obama into the wild. His new book is titled ‘Never Give Up’. I am talking today with Bear Grylls..
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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04/11/21•28m 35s
97 - Nadiya Hussain
My guest today is a TV chef, bestselling author and presenter. She rose to fame after winning the sixth series of the BBC’s Great British Bake Off. She has presented numerous TV shows and is a columnist for The Times Magazine. She baked Queen Elizabeth II’s 90th birthday cake. I am talking today with Nadiya Hussain..
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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24/10/21•28m 45s
96 - Dame Esther Rantzen
My guest today is a writer, broadcaster and TV icon, known for presenting the BBC show That’s Life! for 21 years, amongst many others. She founded the charities ChildLine, promoting child protection, and The Silver Line, designed to combat loneliness in older people's lives. She has just received the Woman of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award. I am talking with Dame Esther Rantzen...
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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12/10/21•29m 48s
95 - Ben Fogle
My guest today is an award-winning broadcaster, writer and adventurer. He is the author of nine Sunday Times bestselling books and is a United Nations Patron of the Wilderness. He has climbed Mount Everest and rowed across The Atlantic Ocean. I am talking today with Ben Fogle
26/09/21•27m 31s
94 - Michel Roux
My guest today is a Michelin two-star chef at the London restaurant La Gavroche. He is a judge and presenter on the BBC’s popular prime-time show MasterChef. His new series is ‘French Country Cooking’. I am talking today with Michel Roux, Jnr.
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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16/09/21•24m 24s
93 - Dr Hilary Jones
My guest today is a medical doctor, presenter, and writer on medical issues and now fiction. He is known to millions from his regular appearances on television. He is the UK’s favourite TV doctor. I am talking today with Dr Hilary Jones…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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13/09/21•27m 55s
92 - Kevin McCloud
My guest today is an award-winning designer, writer and television broadcaster. He has presented the internationally-renowned TV show Grand Designs since 1999 and later this year, he’ll be presenting House of The Year. I am talking today with Kevin McCloud.
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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10/09/21•30m 2s
91 - Paula Radcliffe
My guest today is a former long-distance runner. She is a three-time winner of the London Marathon, three-time New York Marathon champion and Chicago Marathon winner, as well. She was previously the fastest female marathon runner of all time. I am talking today with Paula Radcliffe...
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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05/09/21•23m 30s
90 - Anthony Horowitz
My guest today is a novelist and screenwriter whose work includes the Alex Rider series and Foyle’s War. He was chosen by the Arthur Conan Doyle estate to write Sherlock Holmes novels and by the Ian Fleming estate to write James Bond novels. I am talking today with Anthony Horowitz.
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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16/08/21•34m 44s
89 - Reverend Richard Coles
My guest today is a musician, broadcaster and a Church of England parish priest. His musical career involved partnering with Jimmy Somerville in the band The Communards. He has appeared on BBC shows such as QI, Would I Lie To You? and Have I Got New For You - as well as regularly on Radio 4. He is also Chancellor of The University of Northampton. I am talking today with the Reverend Richard Coles…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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03/08/21•30m 26s
88 - Jenny Seagrove
My guest today is an actress famous for appearing in films such as Local Hero, TV shows such as Judge John Deed and countless West End shows. She is also an animal rights campaigner. Her new film is called Off The Rails. I am talking today with Jenny Seagrove.
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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23/07/21•28m 46s
87 - Stephen Mulhern
My guest today is a multi-award-winning broadcaster, magician, comedian, entrepreneur and actor. Known to millions from Saturday night TV shows and currently presenting ’Rolling In It’ for ITV, I am talking with Stephen Mulhern.
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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13/07/21•31m 42s
86 - Caitlin Moran
My guest today is a multi-award winning journalist, international best-selling author of ‘How To Be A Woman’ and broadcaster. She has been named as one of Britain’s most influential women and her new book is called ‘More Than A Woman’. I am talking today with Caitlin Moran.
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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11/07/21•26m 20s
85 - Professor Green
My guest today is an award-winning rapper, songwriter, multi-platinum artist, bestselling author, documentary-maker and television star. He is the patron of the anti-suicide charity CALM and recently set up an online IG support group for new dads @theunlikelydadsclub. I am talking today with Professor Green.
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
Don't forget to rate and subscribe to the podcast and share your best bits from the episode online.
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21/06/21•36m 42s
84 - Arlene Phillips
My guest today is a choreographer and theatre director of numerous West End and Broadway musicals, films and TV shows. She has worked with legends like Elton John, Diana Ross, Tom Cruise and Clint Eastwood. She is most famous as a TV judge on such shows as Strictly Come Dancing and So You Think You Can Dance. I am talking today with Arlene Phillips..
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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07/06/21•28m 5s
83 - Neil deGrasse Tyson
My guest today is a multi-award-winning astrophysicist and international best-selling author. I am talking today with Neil deGrasse Tyson..
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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01/06/21•28m 4s
82 - Jared Harris
My guest today is an award-winning actor - best known for starring in TV shows such as Mad Men, The Crown and Chernobyl and movies such as Sherlock Holmes and Lincoln amongst many others. I am talking today with Jared Harris...
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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23/05/21•23m 46s
81 - Daniel Howell
My guest today is a YouTube star with over six million subscribers, with one of his channels having had over 70 million views. He’s an international bestselling author and BBC broadcaster, presenting for Radio 1. I am talking today with Daniel Howell…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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17/05/21•27m 55s
80 - Vernon Kay
My guest today is an award-winning radio and television broadcaster - famous for shows on ITV, the BBC, Radio One and Radio X amongst others. I am talking today with Vernon Kay…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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14/05/21•36m 42s
79 - Sanjeev Bhaskar
My guest today is an award-winning comedian, actor and broadcaster - best known for TV shows such as The Kumars at No:42, Goodness Gracious Me and Unforgotten. I am talking today with Sanjeev Bhaskar.
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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21/03/21•31m 39s
78 - Jon Culshaw
My guest today is an award-winning impressionist and comedian, best known for his work on the TV show Dead Ringers amongst many others. I am talking today with Jon Culshaw.
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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07/03/21•30m 33s
77 - Priyanka Chopra Jonas
My guest today is a multi-award-winning actor and producer. A former Miss World and UNICEF ambassador, Time Magazine named her as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the world. I am talking today with Priyanka Chopra Jonas.
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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09/02/21•21m 37s
76 - Richard Hammond
My guest today is a broadcaster, author and journalist, best known for co-hosting Top Gear and The Grand Tour. His new TV series is called The Great Escapists. I am talking today with Richard Hammond…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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01/02/21•27m 3s
How to get through Lockdown 3
A lot of people are wondering how they are going to get through Lockdown 3. This week’s Positivity Podcast will help to lift your mood and increase your confidence and motivation, so that you are more resilient and more able to deal with life’s challenges.
26/01/21•29m 15s
75 - Michael Neill
My guest today is one of worlds most renowned success coach having worked with celebrities, CEO’s and royalty. An international best-selling author His TED talks have been viewed by millions of people. I am talking today with Michael Neill….
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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24/01/21•25m 31s
74 - Eddie Izzard
My guest today is an Emmy award winning comedian, actor, writer and political activist. I am talking today with Eddie Izzard……
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17/01/21•30m 55s
73 - James Cosmo
My guest today is an actor best known for his roles in Highlander, Braveheart, Trainspotting and Game of Thrones, to mention but a few. I am talking today with James Cosmo…..
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27/12/20•31m 14s
72 - Blake Harrison
My guest today is an actor. He is best-known as one of the stars of the BAFTA-winning comedy The Inbetweeners. I am talking today with Blake Harrison….
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20/12/20•30m 17s
71 - Goldie
My guest today is a musician, music producer, visual artist and actor. Known for having appeared in the James Bond Movie ‘The World is Not Enough’ and Guy Ritchie’s film ‘Snatch’. He has collaborated musically with David Bowie and Noel Gallagher. He is also a renowned graffiti artist. I am talking today with Goldie…..
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06/12/20•34m 16s
70 - Gareth Southgate
My guest today is an English professional football manager and former player. He won the League Cup with both Aston Villa and Middlesbrough and captained Crystal Palace to win the First Division championship. He was capped 57 times for England. Currently the manager of the England national team, I am talking today with Gareth Southgate….
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30/11/20•32m 23s
69 - Jason Isaacs
My guest today is an actor who is best known for his roles in Harry Potter, The Patriot and Death of Stalin plus countless acclaimed TV and theatre shows. His new movie is Skyfire. I am talking today with Jason Isaacs….
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26/11/20•39m 4s
68 - Anton Du Beke
My guest today is a ballroom dancer, singer, comedian, author and television presenter, best known as a professional dancer and judge on the BBC One show Strictly Come Dancing. I am talking today with Anton du Beke.
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23/11/20•22m 7s
67 - David Jason
My guest today is a four-time BAFTA award winner. He’s an actor, comedian, screenwriter, television presenter and producer. Best known for his roles in Only Fools and Horses, Open All Hours and A Touch of Frost. I am talking today with Sir David Jason.
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01/11/20•28m 13s
66 - Piers Morgan
My guest today is a broadcaster, journalist, writer and television personality. He has been the editor of two of Britain's national newspapers, hosted his own talk show on CNN and has appeared as a judge on both Britain and America's Got Talent. I am talking today with Piers Morgan.
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25/10/20•24m 21s
65 - Clare Balding
My guest today is a BAFTA award-winning broadcaster, journalist and best-selling author. She is most well known for presenting sports programmes. I am talking today with Clare Balding.
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18/10/20•34m 13s
64 - Bill Bailey
My guest today is an award-winning comedian, musician and actor, who has starred in numerous comedy TV shows, nature and natural history programmes. He is a classically-trained musician and has been consistently voted one of the funniest men in the world. I am talking today with Bill Bailey...
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11/10/20•29m 20s
63 - Elizabeth Hurley
My guest today is an internationally-famous actress, businesswoman and model. She is a global ambassador for the Estée Lauder companies’ breast cancer campaign and has her own beachwear line. I am talking today with Elizabeth Hurley....
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07/10/20•20m 6s
62 - Monty Don
My guest today is the UK’s leading garden writer and broadcaster. He has been making TV programmes for over twenty years on a range of topics, spanning travel, craft, outdoor living and, principally, gardening. He is lead presenter of the BBC TV show Gardener's World. I am talking today with Monty Don...
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05/10/20•32m 24s
61- Ruby Wax
My guest today is an actress, comedian, bestselling author and mental health campaigner. She has a masters from Oxford in mental health. I am talking today with Ruby Wax.....
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27/09/20•33m 19s
60 - John Cleese
My guest today is an actor, comedian, screenwriter, producer and author. He is a BAFTA winner and has written and starred in numerous movies. He has written books on relationships and most recently on creativity. He co-founded Monty Python, co-wrote and starred in Fawlty Towers. I am talking today with John Cleese......
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18/09/20•36m 12s
59 - Cat Deeley
My guest today is an internationally-famous, award-winning television broadcaster, model, actress, journalist, TV producer, singer and author. She is also a UNICEF ambassador. I am talking today with Cat Deeley...
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13/09/20•29m 32s
58 - Michael Vaughan
My guest today is a former England Cricket Captain, winning the Ashes in 2005, eighteen years after having last won the trophy. He has been ranked as one of the best batsman of all time. He is also one of the most popular BBC Cricket commentators. I am talking today with Michael Vaughan....
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26/08/20•30m 15s
57 - James May
My guest today is a journalist and television broadcaster. He’s made programmes on cars, toys, wine, travel and space exploration amongst others. He is famous for being a co-presenter of Top Gear and The Grand Tour. I am talking today with James May.
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22/08/20•30m 32s
56 - Shailene Woodley
My guest today is an award winning actress, film producer, and ecological activist. She is known for her roles in films such as The Descendants and TV shows such as Big Little Lies. I am talking today with Shailene Woodley…..
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08/08/20•14m 12s
55 - Michelle Mone
My guest today is an entrepreneur, global speaker, designer, innovator and parliamentarian. I am talking today with Baroness Michelle Mone….
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01/08/20•25m 42s
54 - Steven Berkoff
My guest today is a an actor, author, playwright, and theatre director. I am talking today with Stephen Berkoff…..
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25/07/20•31m 36s
53 - Rankin
My guest today is an internationally famous photographer, the co-founder of Dazed and Confused magazine and photographed Kate Moss, Heidi Klum, Madonna and David Bowie amongst others. I am talking today with Rankin Waddell....
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17/07/20•23m 12s
52 - Aloe Blacc
My guest today is a musician, singer, record producer, and philanthropist. He is best known for his singles "I Need a Dollar" and "The Man" also for writing and performing vocals on Avicii's "Wake Me Up" which was number 1 in 103 countries. I am talking today with Aloe Blacc….
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13/07/20•27m 59s
51 - Julian Clary
My guest today is a comedian, a screen and stage actor, a TV presenter and a bestselling novelist. I am talking today with Julian Clary……
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06/07/20•20m 6s
50 - Sir Bob Geldof
My guest today is a singer-songwriter, author and political activist. He rose to prominence as the lead singer of the Irish rock band the Boomtown Rats. He is responsible for organising the humanitarian concerts Live Aid and Live 8. He is a recipient of the Nobel Man of Peace title, he also received the Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music. I am talking today with Sir Bob Geldof…..
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29/06/20•31m 34s
Unlocking Lockdown - Overcoming Coronaphobia
One recent study found that 54% of Brits were worried about returning to their job. In this podcast, I am going to share techniques that will help you feel more confident and help you to overcome fear and anxiety about going back out into the world.
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22/06/20•10m 0s
Unlocking Lockdown - Motivation For Life
In this podcast, we are going to look at how you can get motivated to get back out into the world and get back to work. If you have been experiencing apathy and want to make your future more exciting and optimistic, then this podcast is for you.
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22/06/20•10m 11s
49 - Freya Ridings
My guest today is an internationally successful singer songwriter know for hits such as Lost Without You and Castles, I am talking today with Freya Ridings….
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15/06/20•28m 30s
48 - Len Goodman
My guest on the Positivity Podcast today is one of the most famous TV judges in the world, staring on Strictly Come Dancing in the UK and Dancing With The Stars in the US, he’s also an award winning ballroom dancer, I am talking today with Len Goodman…..
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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08/06/20•27m 17s
47 - KSI
My guest on the Positivity Podcast today is one of the most influential online creators in the world and has 30 million subscribers to his YouTube channels. He is an online gamer, a comedian, an actor, a professional boxer and a rap star, having reached the top ten in the UK singles charts. I have been a fan for a long time, it’s a pleasure to be talking with KSI...
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21/05/20•21m 35s
Stop Comfort Eating
With anxiety levels increased at the moment, some people are tending to eat on their feelings and are out of control around food. Using some simple psychological techniques, it is possible to gain more control over our eating patterns and escape from the unsatisfying cycle of frustration and self-medication with food.
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05/05/20•13m 34s
Get Motivated
Many people are reporting that current events have altered their mood and have left them feeling low, but happiness is not created by faith or belief, but by particular ways of thinking and acting and there are some simple techniques that, when practised every day, can quickly boost mood and our levels of happiness to help you to stay positive.
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05/05/20•14m 11s
Stay Positive and Happy
With all the disruption to people’s routines and the uncertainty about the future, it’s understandable that some people are feeling unmotivated at the moment, however, there are some simple things that we can do in our everyday thinking that will give us hope, optimism and steer us towards a more compelling future.
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04/05/20•10m 51s
Deep Sleep
This is one of three special new Positivity Podcasts to help you stay positive at this challenging time. They include powerful techniques that you can use to help you to overcome insomnia and to have refreshing nights of deep. The Positivity Podcast is dedicated to helping you stay positive.
The Positivity Podcast is sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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01/04/20•9m 9s
Happy Relationships
This is one of three special new Positivity Podcasts to help you stay positive at this challenging time. They include powerful techniques that you to stay happy in your relationship whatever the challenges. The Positivity Podcast is dedicated to helping you stay positive.
The Positivity Podcast is sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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01/04/20•9m 49s
Control Stress
This is one of three special new Positivity Podcasts to help you stay positive at this challenging time. They include powerful techniques that you can use to help you control stress and reduce anxiety. The Positivity Podcast is dedicated to helping you stay positive.
The Positivity Podcast is sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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01/04/20•12m 33s
46 - Dynamo
My guest today is a multi-award winning magician known to hundreds of millions of people all around the world through his TV and live magic shows. I am talking today with Dynamo……
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21/03/20•37m 4s
45 - Joanna Trollope
My guest today has been writing for over forty five years and is well known for her enormously successful contemporary works of fiction. She has been described as one of the most insightful chroniclers and social commenters writing fiction today. She is an international best-selling author. I am talking today with Joanna Trollope…
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02/03/20•30m 38s
44 - Armando Iannucci
This week Paul is joined by Oscar-nominated, Emmy award winner Armando Iannucci. He is a writer, director and radio producer, known for co-creating Alan Partridge, and creating The Thick of It, In The Loop and Veep amongst many other successful shows and movies.
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03/02/20•32m 33s
43 - David Baddiel
Paul is joined by someone who is known for his work as a comedian. He is also a best-selling novelist and TV broadcaster. Paul talks to David Baddiel about his career journey and what keeps him positive.
The Positivity Podcast is sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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27/01/20•33m 6s
42 - Terry Gilliam
Multi-award winning screen writer, film director, actor, comedian and member of Monty Pythons flying Circus Terry Gilliam joins Paul McKenna this week to talk about his incredible career journey and what he does to stay positive.
20/01/20•26m 56s
41 - Richard E Grant
This week on the Positivity Podcast, Paul is joined by an internationally famous, Academy Award nominated actor, Richard E Grant. He has twice portrayed the doctor in Dr Who, he is known to millions for staring in movies such as Withnail and I, Gosford Park, The Age Of Innocence, The Player and stars in the new Star Wars movie, The Rise of Skywalker.
Together they discuss what he does to stay positive, as well as the breadth of his career journey.
The Positivity Podcast is sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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06/01/20•25m 41s
40 - Adam Lambert
Superstar singer songwriter, Adam Lambert joins Paul in this week's episode of the Positivity Podcast. From hitting our screens in 2009 on American Idol to touring with the legendary Queen, Adam has had an incredible journey.
With Paul he discusses how he fell in love with being on stage from a young age, how his drive and determination led him to his success, and how he handled stepping into Freddie Mercury's shoes.
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16/12/19•25m 41s
39 - Jason Vale
From growing up on a Peckham Estate to Juice Master and Lifestye Coach to the stars, Jason Vale joins Paul on the podcast this week. Together they discuss his journey to wellbeing from being overweight as a kid to transforming his lifestyle through juicing, and how he shares this with others through his retreats. They talk about how he stays positive, how exercise is key to obtaining headspace and how passion in your life can change your attitude from 'I have to do it' to 'I want to do it.'
The Positivity Podcast is sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
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11/11/19•30m 42s
38 - Andy McNab
From being abandoned as a child to becoming a member of the SAS and writing the highest selling war book of all time, Andy McNab's story about overcoming adversity is truely something special.
Together Paul and Andy discuss his life and career, from joining the army at the age of 16, to becoming one of the country's most well known writers. They talk about what he likes to do to relax, how he stays positive and how his experiences have shaped who he is today.
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21/10/19•32m 46s
37 - Alain de Botton
We always ponder what we think the meaning of life is, but philosopher Alain de Botton has the answer to this in this week's episode of the Positivity Podcast. Alain joins Paul to talk about our ideas of love and connection, what behaviours we should adopt to gain the most out of life, and how being at one with nature can bring you a sense of calm and collectedness.
He also shares what he does to keep himself positive, what it means to be human, and the importance of connection to turn a stranger into a friend.
The Positivity Podcast is sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
You can hear more from Alain on his YouTube Channel, The School of Life: https://www.youtube.com/user/schooloflifechannel/featured
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14/10/19•29m 20s
36 - Danny O'Donoghue
Frontman of The Script, Danny O'Donoghue talks to Paul about his life and career. From bring brought up in a musical family and pursuing his passion for music his whole life, to reflecting on how precious life is and how important it is to do what you love. Danny shares how he has practised meditation since he was 15 years old and how this has taught him to be more ambitious and dream in technicolour. He talks about his values in life, what traits have got him to where he is today, as well as his mission to find out why music is important to us. He also touches on mortality, how death brings everything into sharp focus, and it's not death that he's scared of, it's not living. This is one of the most moving episodes of The Positivity Podcast so far.
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07/10/19•33m 25s
35 - Darren Harriott
My guest today is a British stand-up comedian, nominated for the Best Newcomer Award in 2017 the Edinburgh Festival nominated for best show this year. He is star of many national TV and radio comedy shows. I am talking today with Darren Harriott…
27/09/19•31m 12s
34 - Gyles Brandreth
My guest today is an author, broadcaster, actor, former Member of Parliament and Lord Commissioner of The Treasury. He has written books on everything from puzzles to Oscar Wilde to the Royal Family. I am talking today with Gyles Brandreth….
23/09/19•31m 22s
33 - Lulu
My guest today is known to millions around the world as a Grammy nominated singer-songwriter, with hits in four of the last five decades, an actress, TV personality and businesswoman. I am talking today with Lulu…
16/09/19•37m 31s
32 - Rob Rinder
My guest today is known to millions as the star of TV the show Judge Rinder and many other programmes. He's a criminal barrister, author and newspaper columnist. I am talking today with Robert Rinder.
05/09/19•35m 4s
31 - Louise Redknapp
My guest today is an internationally known singer, songwriter and TV star, who has made a wide variety of televisions shows from entertainment to serious documentaries. She has sold 15 million records worldwide. She has also been voted by the readers of several magazines as the 'Sexiest Woman in The World'. I am talking today with Louise Redknapp…
06/08/19•34m 48s
30 - Jon Ronson
My guest today is an internationally renowned journalist, screenwriter, BBC documentary film maker and award winning radio broadcaster. He is also the author of nine books including ‘The Men Who Stare at Goats’ which was made in to a Hollywood movie where he was portrayed by Ewan McGregor. I am talking today with Jon Ronson….
29/07/19•31m 1s
29 - Mel B
My guest today is a singer-songwriter, producer, model, TV personality and author. She rose to world-wide fame in the 1990s as a member of the best-selling female group of all time; The Spice Girls. She has also appeared on numerous TV shows including The X-Factor and America’s Got Talent. I am talking today with Mel B……
19/07/19•33m 44s
28 - Belinda Carlisle
My guest today is an American singer, musician and author. She gained worldwide fame as the lead singer of the band The Gogo’s, one of the most successful all female bands in history.
She also went on to have a prolific career as a solo artist, selling millions of albums all over the world. I’m talking today to Belinda Carlisle.
12/07/19•23m 17s
27 - Patrick Kielty
My guest today is an award winning comedian TV and radio broadcaster. He's known to millions through shows like Fame Academy, The One Show and he was recently nominated for a BAFTA for his documentary ‘My Dad The Peace Deal and Me’. I am talking today with Patrick Kielty…..
05/07/19•40m 58s
26 - Sean Maguire
My guest today is an international TV and film actor who’s career spans more than four generations, known to millions from TV shows like Eastenders, The Class, Once Upon a Time and Eve, I am talking today with Sean Maguire….
27/06/19•36m 30s
25 - Kate Garraway
My guest today is a successful journalist and broadcaster known to millions of people through her regular morning TV and radio shows. I'm talking today with Kate Garraway.
20/06/19•26m 50s
24 - Nick Mason
My guest today is a member of one of the most successful bands of all time, Pink Floyd. He is the only member to feature on all their studio albums and has been with band since its formation in 1965. He is also well known for racing classic cars and is a helicopter pilot. I am talking today with Nick Mason….
10/06/19•29m 30s
23 - Johnny Vaughan
My guest today is an acclaimed radio and television broadcaster, having presented some the UK's most popular shows over several decades. He has been the highest paid person on TV and radio. He is also a comedy writer and national newspaper film critic. I am talking today with Johnny Vaughan….
31/05/19•36m 43s
21 - Heston Blumenthal
My guest today, is one of the world’s most successful chefs, an inventor, scientist, TV star and one of his many restaurants has been voted number one in the world. He has even cooked for Her Majesty The Queen, I am talking today to Heston Blumenthal
12/05/19•33m 42s
20 - Katie Piper
My guest today is a Philanthropist, TV star and writer, who following an acid attack set up her own foundation to help other victims. I’m talking to today to the extraordinary Katie Piper…
06/05/19•30m 34s
19 - Jo Malone
My guest today is a hugely successful entrepreneur and self-made businesswoman, famous for creating luxury worldwide fragrance brands. Jo Malone London and her recent brand Jo Loves. I am talking today with Jo Malone.
29/04/19•27m 20s
18 - Freddie Forsyth
My guest today is one of the world’s most successful novelists having sold over 70 million books. Many of them have been made in to movies, such as the Day of The Jackal. He is also a journalist and political commentator. I am talking today with Freddie Forsyth.
22/04/19•35m 2s
17 - Pru Leith
My guest today is a hugely successful restauranteur, chef, TV star, businesswoman and novelist, I am talking today with Pru Leith.
15/04/19•28m 25s
16 - Gok Wan
My guest today is known for many things, he’s an internationally famous fashion consultant, author and TV presenter, with his hit television show How to Look Good Naked and most recently Say Yes to The Dress, I’m talking today with Gok Wan.
08/04/19•23m 21s
15 - Karren Brady
My guest today is a hugely successful entrepreneur and self-made businesswoman, politician, television personality, newspaper columnist, author and novelist, she is also known as ‘The First Lady of Football’. I am talking today with Karren Brady
31/03/19•32m 27s
14 - Frankie Dettori
He is a legend in the horse racing world and is widely regarded as one of the greatest jockeys of all time. He has been Champion Jockey on three occasions and has ridden all seven winners on British Champions Day at Ascot. I am talking today to Frankie Dettori.
24/03/19•21m 16s
13 - Harry Redknapp
He is a football legend widely regarded as one of the greatest football managers of all time. He’s managed five Premier League teams and won the FA Cup. I’m talking today with Harry Rednapp
20/03/19•20m 21s
12 - James Buckley
He is an, actor staring in one the UK’S most popular comedy shows the BAFTA award winning Inbetweeners. He is also a Youtuber and his gaming channel has over 400,000 subscribers, I am talking today to James Buckley.
11/03/19•31m 16s
11 - Louis Walsh
He is one of the most successful music managers in the world, representing Boyzone, Westlife, Girls Aloud, Ronan Keating, with his acts selling over 100 million records. He has also appeared as a judge around the world on hit shows such as the X-Factor and is widely regarded as one of the nicest men in show business. I am talking today with Louis Walsh….
04/03/19•24m 41s
10 - Nicholas Hoult
He is an international movie star, appearing in X Men, Mad Max, A Single Man and The Favourite amongst many other films. He was included in Forbes 30 Under 30. I talking today with Nicholas Hoult.
25/02/19•33m 45s
09 - Rob Brydon
He is one the UK’s most successful comedians, radio and television presenters, he is a writer, singer, impressionist and award winning actor. His TV shows and movies have won him fans all around the world. I am talking today with Rob Brydon.
18/02/19•26m 36s
08 - Randy Jackson
He was a member of one of the biggest bands of all time, he’s a grammy award winning record producer having worked with some of the biggest acts in music. He’s also an international television personality and entrepreneur. I am talking today to Randy Jackson.
11/02/19•35m 12s
07 - Roger Daltrey
He is one of the worlds most famous rock star icons, he is also an actor and movie producer, but probably most famous for being the lead singer with legendary rock band The Who, I am talking today with Roger Daltrey.
04/02/19•24m 5s
06 - Anthony Robbins
Over the past 35 years, my guest today has worked with more than 4 million people in over 100 countries. He’s inspired and influenced entertainers, athletes, CEO’s and presidents.
28/01/19•32m 41s
05 - Paul Oakenfold
As a music producer he’s worked with everyone from Madonna to U2. As a performer he’s sold millions of records and he was the first DJ ever to play the main stage at Glastonbury. He’s also one of the founding fathers of dance.
21/01/19•30m 5s
04 - Ryan Seacrest
He’s considered one of the finest broadcasters of his generation. He’s also one of the most powerful executives in media and widely considered, the hardest working men in show business. I’m talking to Ryan Seacrest.
14/01/19•35m 24s
03 - Gary Lineker
He is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time. England captain and holder of numerous titles, but also one of the most respected sports broadcasters.
11/01/19•25m 5s
02 - Warwick Davis
Very few actors get the chance to appear in a blockbuster movie, but today, I’m talking with an actor that’s appeared in both Star Wars and Harry Potter, amongst many others movies my guest today is Warwick Davis.
09/01/19•29m 4s
01 - Simon Cowell
He’s one of those most recognisable people on the planet. He’s changed the face of television and the music industry. His shows are watched all over the world. I’m talking with Simon Cowell.
07/01/19•31m 58s
Paul McKenna Positivity Podcast Preview
A taste of what to expect from Paul McKenna's new and exciting positivity series.
03/01/19•40s