Join Emily and Ray for the second part of our chat with the brilliant chef, author and social media sensation Poppy O’Toole - and her dogs Crypto and Red. 

We discuss Poppy’s worst ever mistake in the kitchen, how she has accidentally gained a reputation for innuendo, and Emily takes the opportunity to get some potato advice from the Potato Queen herself. 

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Emily and Ray have taken a trip up to Worcestershire this week for a walk with professional chef, TikTok star and Sunday Times bestselling author Poppy O’Toole - who is better known as Poppy Cooks. 

Poppy has two dogs: a pug called Crypto and a German Shepherd called Red. Together with Ray - they make a very unlikely gang of dog pals!

Poppy tells us about how losing her job as a chef in the pandemic led her to becoming a social media sensation with over 5 million total followers. She shares some of the difficult experiences she has had as a young female chef, and she tells us about a surprisingly delicious frozen supermarket paella. 

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We’re in Brentford this week with the brilliant author and broadcaster James O’Brien and his cavapoo Polly. 

Polly and Ray were on their best behaviour as we chat about James’ first ever phone-in show on LBC, how he approaches conflict off-air and his feelings about being ‘low-key’ famous…

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This week Emily and Ray went for a stroll with Nick Helm. They chat about Nick’s childhood in North London, how he discovered comedy and how he copes with mental health struggles.

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This week Emily and Ray went for a walk with Lucy Beaumont. They chatted about how Lucy broke into acting and stand-up comedy, being set up with her husband, Jon Richardson and her new book, ‘Drinking Custard: The Diary of a Confused Mum’.

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This week Emily and Ray went for a stroll with Isy Suttie in Crystal Palace Park. They chatted about Isy’s childhood in Matlock, when she fell in love with her partner, Elis James and her latest novel, Jane Is Trying.

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This week Emily went for a walk with Adam Kay and his Airedale, Pip. They discuss Adam’s move to the country, the joys of dog ownership and the books he’s written recently including his upcoming ‘Kay’s Marvellous Medicine’.

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In the first episode of the new series Emily goes for a stroll with Anita Rani and her Bedlington Whippet, Rafi. They talk about Anita’s new memoir, her Punjabi family life, her natural performing instinct and her husband, Bhupi.

The Right Sort of Girl by Anita Rani, is out now, (Blink Publishing, £16.99)

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In this episode of ‘at home’ with the dog, Emily is joined by Geoff Norcott and his Cockapoo, Lily. They discuss Geoff’s childhood in South London, his years as a teacher and his new book, ‘Where Did I Go Right?’.

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This week Emily went for a stroll on Hampstead Heath with Doc Brown and his Patterdale Terrier, Miko. They discuss his childhood in North London his with sister Zadie Smith, the phone call from Ricky Gervais that has a huge impact on his career, and his new book ‘Something I Said’.

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This week Emily goes for a stroll with Alex Horne and his Cockapoo, Loky. They discussed Alex’s entry into performing, his childhood Labrador, his first date with his wife, Rachel and the story behind his creation, Taskmaster.

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This week Emily chatted to Zoe Lyons and her dog, Groucho. They spoke about Zoe’s childhood and the things that made her feel different to her peers, her unusual start to her showbiz career, and her new BBC quiz show, Lightning.

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This week Emily went with a socially distanced stroll with Evan Davis and his Whippet, Mr Whippy. They discuss his childhood in Surrey, his love of radio, his experience of coming out and meeting his partner, Guillaume.

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Joining Emily and Raymond on Walking The Dog this week is award-winning radio presenter and bestselling author James O’Brien - with his gorgeous cavapoo Polly! 

James had an unfortunate incident with a Bassett Hound when he was younger - and he spent many of the following years as a strong objector to all things dog-mucus-related. However, since Polly has come into his life, he’s come round to the dog side.

We discuss talking openly about adoption, the impact of his private education and his subsequent teenage rebellions. James also tells us about his extraordinary entry into journalism - which involved John Major and a suit.... and also a very memorable encounter with Sean Connery!

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This week Emily is joined by best-selling novelist, Tony Parsons and his Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Stanley. They spoke about his Essex childhood, his memories of George Michael, how he bonded with David Bowie over a shared life experience and what it felt like when his book ‘Man and Boy’ went on to become a global phenomenon.

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This week it’s another ‘At Home’ with the dog as Emily chats to Nicky Campbell. They discuss adoption, his extraordinary bond with his childhood dog, his broadcasting career and his new book, ‘One of the Family: Why A Dog Called Maxwell Changed My Life’.

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This week Emily chats to The Dogfather himself, Graeme Hall. They discuss Graeme’s childhood in Yorkshire, why he decided to change his life at 40 and become a dog trainer and his book ‘All Dogs Great and Small’. And yes, Emily even picks Graeme’s brain about some of Ray’s habits!

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This week is more of an ‘at home’ with the dog! Emily is joined by Matt Goss and his French Bulldog, Reggie. They discuss the highs and lows of fame, Matt’s relationship with his twin brother, Luke, how he restarted his life in America and his new album.

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This week Emily takes Sindhu Vee and her Frenchie, Bowler out for a stroll around Regent’s Park. The discuss Sindhu’s passion for dogs, her views on parenting and how she got into stand-up comedy.

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This week Emily and Ray go for a walk on Hampstead Heath with Rebecca Front and her Cockapoo, Bailey. They talk about how Rebecca’s comedy career began, how she overcame some challenging experiences in childhood and how she deals with anxiety.

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This week Emily is joined by her first returning guest, Lee Mack, to introduce his silver Labrador puppy, Ludo. They discuss adjusting to dog ownership, his fear of flying, his views on class and also Lee’s fabulous podcast, ‘I Can't Believe It's Not Buddha’.

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In this Christmas Special Emily goes for a walk with Jamie Cullum and Daniel the Spaniel from The Dog’s Trust. They talk about Jamie’s early years, his relationship with his wife Sophie Dahl, his new Christmas album and getting to play for Barack Obama.

To find out more about The Dog’s Trust, visit dogstrust.org.uk/changethetale.

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This week Emily went to Norfolk for a country stroll with Jake Humphrey. They chat about Jake’s big break, his moments of self-doubt, and feeling in his element on live TV.

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This week Emily goes for a walk with comedy actor and writer Jamie Demetriou. They chat about his childhood with his Greek Cypriot dad, wanting to perform from a young age and the award-winning Stath Lets Flats.

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Meet us back in North London with Kate Lawler and her dogs Baxter and Shirley.

Kate tells us about the reality of coming out as the winner of Big Brother and dealing with the white heat of fame, how she takes her dogs on European summer holidays and what it is like to prepare to lose a beloved pet. Shirley also makes a run for it towards the end of the podcast...

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This week Emily goes for a walk with Mark Gatiss and his Labrador, Bob. They talk about Mark’s childhood in the North East, his experience of coming out and the award-winning Sherlock.

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This week, Emily has a socially distanced chat with Scarlett Moffatt and her chihuahua, Bonnie. They talk about how she was thrust into the spotlight at a young age after appearing in Gogglebox and I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here, being comfortable with her own company and why she's happiest being at home in County Durham with her boyfriend, Scott.

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This week, Emily goes for a stroll with Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson and his dog Reedus - they talk about Ricky's childhood in Leeds, the ingenious song-writing formula behind Kaiser Chief's success, and why Ricky is happiest when he's with his partner Grace.

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Emily goes for a walk with broadcaster and writer Jeremy Paxman and his dog Derek. They talk about his childhood, why he hated boarding school, his encounters with Tony Blair and Bill Clinton and what makes him laugh.

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This week Emily goes for a stroll with writer, actor and comic Sally Phillips and her two dogs Lola and Teddy. They chat about her childhood moving around the world, getting embarrassed by compliments, Steve Coogan, and teenage fashion struggles.

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This week Emily chats to Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale whilst he's out walking his Pomeranian Chewy in Los Angeles. They talk about rebellious teenage years, fame, fatherhood and Bush's new album The Kingdom.

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Emily chats to Lorraine Kelly over a stroll with her border terrier, Angus. They talk about Lorraine's childhood dreams of being a fighter pilot, why Piers Morgan calls her ‘an iron first in a velvet glove’, and how she fell in love with her husband Steve. 

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This week Emily chats to presenter, actor and comic Mel Giedroyc and her director sister Coky Giedroyc. They talk about their respective dogs, Mel’s successful TV partnership with Sue Perkins and their decision to leave Bake Off, and Coky’s new film adaptation of Caitlin Moran’s How To Build A Girl released via Amazon.

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This week Emily and Ray go for a stroll in North London with comedian, actor and poet Tim Key - they chat about Tim's childhood cats, his route into comedy and working with his hero Steve Coogan. Tim has released his poems via a set of cards - to order Tim Key's Poetical Playing Cards go to timkey.co.uk

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Emily goes for a stroll with comic Suzi Ruffell. They chat about her childhood growing up in Portsmouth, how she was drawn into stand up comedy and the importance of a good cry. To find out more about Suzi's tour Dance Like Everyone's Watching go to Suziruffell.com 

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We’re in North London this week with the fabulous presenter, podcaster and bestselling author Kate Lawler and her two dogs Baxter and Shirley. 

Kate is absolutely in love with her dogs - and long with her little girl Noa - they are her children! Baxter is 13 - he’s a border terrier and joins us on our walk in style in his very own dog buggy. Shirley is a mixed breed terrier rescue who tends to leads the pack and loves to chase squirrels. 

We discuss the qualities that Kate has that led her to win series three of Big Brother, the joy that Shirley and Baxter bring to her life and her thoughts on having a fulfilled life - with, or without children.

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This week Emily goes for a walk with Martin Kemp and Shirlie Kemp and their toy poodle Pops. They talk about their first date 40 years ago, their friendship with George Michael and finally performing together for their new album In the Swing Of It.

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This week Emily takes Ray for a stroll in London’s Barbican with comedian Tom Allen. He talks about feeling fabulously different growing up, his strong work ethic and the awkwardness of being set up on dates with friends. For more info on Tom go to tomindeed.com

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Emily goes for a stroll with celebrated hairdresser, George Northwood and his whippet Willow. George has created iconic hair looks for Alexa Chung, Rosie Huntington Whiteley, Gwyneth Paltrow as well as Meghan Markle’s evening look on her wedding day. He talks about his Nan who inspired him to get into hairdressing, coming out as a young man, and how a large part of hairdressing is being a good therapist.

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Emily and Judy take Judy's father's black retriever, Penny, out for a walk on the grounds's of Andy Murray's Cromlix Hotel in Perthshire. They discuss Judy's childhood, competitiveness and what her stint on Strictly Come Dancing did for her.

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Emily and Richard take Ray for a walk on Hampstead Heath. They discuss Richard's childhood, meeting and falling in love with Judy and his incredible career - including Britain's most successful book club in conjunction with WHSmith.

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Emily goes for a stroll with After Life actor and comic Kerry Godliman and her Westie-Scottish terrier cross Molly. They discuss Kerry’s fast paced approach to life, meeting her husband and the call from Ricky Gervais that changed her life. To find out more details about Kerry’s 2020 tour go to kerrygodliman.com

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Emily and Ray go for a stroll with legendary chef Heston Blumenthal, around the village of Bray in Berkshire, the location of his world famous restaurant. They talk about Heston's childhood Christmas dinners, the meal that changed his life as a teenager, and his bulldog Harry. 

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This week Emily goes to Somerset to visit broadcaster and journalist Mariella Frostrup and her two dogs Katyusha and Bomb. They talk about her bohemian childhood, fighting female stereotypes, and how to choose the right partner. Mariella's BBC podcasts Books to Live by and Open Book are available to download. 

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Emily takes Ray out for a stroll in Regents Park with legendary writing duo Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais. They talk about how they introduced Emily's parents! And what brought the boys together to create their amazing biography of work including The Likely Lads, Auf Wiedersehen Pet and Porridge. They discuss the art of collaboration and how they approached their new memoir More Than Likely. 

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It’s time for the second part of our walk with Patrick Grant! 

Patrick tells us about his passion for material sciences and then what led him to the decision to buy a tailors on Saville Row after seeing an advert in the Financial Times. Patrick tells us about the impact of the Great British Sewing Bee, as well as the joys of making more and using less. 

Patrick’s book LESS - Stop Buying So Much Rubbish: How Having Fewer Better Things Can Make Us Happier is available now! 

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Emily takes Ray out for a stroll with broadcaster and journalist Emma Barnett to Regents Park. They talk about Emma's family parrots growing up, what it feels like to grill Theresa May and the difficult issues she faced trying to get pregnant. She also reveals why she's so keen for women to talk more openly about periods, something she discusses in her book, Period, It's About Bloody Time. 

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This week on Walking the Dog Emily checks in with recent guest Diane Morgan to meet her new Blue Cross toy poodle, Bobby. On a walk around Russell Square with Bobby and Raymond, Diane talks about how she’s finding being a dog owner and why she's totally fallen for her new four legged pal.

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This week Emily goes for a walk with actor, comedian and writer Diane Morgan and two pugs belonging to Emily’s friends. Diane talks about her childhood dogs in Bolton, her job in a chip shop and her rise via Charlie Brooker’s Weekly Wipe into one of the country’s best loved actors. 

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