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Vine made Rickey Thompson famous overnight, taking him from a bullied high school underdog to a sensation. But what really happened when he moved to Hollywood and the initial hype faded? Years later, he revisits his viral rise, the promises of LA, and the moments that changed his life in ways he never expected. Rickey looks back at the trauma of growing up gay when his own father told him it was against the Bible, and the relentless bullying he endured while desperately dreaming of becoming an actor. He reflects on the whirlwind of sudden wealth, cashing a $50,000 check right out of high school, and the devastating reality check that followed when a four-year acting job came to an end. From being completely dropped by his agency and manager, to running out of money and being forced to move in with a friend, Rickey opens up about the darker reality of life after going viral. He reveals the moments he felt completely "over life," and how he had to lock himself in a room to rebuild his career from scratch on Instagram. Looking back at the videos where it all began, this is a raw and vulnerable look at the true cost of internet fame, told with the hindsight he never had at the time. Rickey Thompson, We Need To Talk Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Brand partnerships enquiries: partnerships@flightstory.com Follow Rickey here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rickeythompson  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rickeythompson  (00:00) Intro(02:08) Rickey Thompson's Childhood in North Carolina(03:42) Rickey's Childhood and Family(05:53) Rickey's Experience With Childhood Bullying(12:26) Rickey's Relationship With Religion(15:11) Advice to His Younger Self(17:01) Rickey's Childhood Dreams(18:44) Growing Up and Finding His Identity(22:38) How Rickey Became Famous on Vine(29:04) Touring and Moving to Los Angeles(36:10) Rickey's First Acting Role(38:44) Rickey Thompson's Coming Out Story(41:36) The Lowest Point of Rickey's Career(45:13) Rickey's Social Media Comeback(50:17) How His Parents' Divorce Affected Him(56:06) Huel Ad(57:16) Anthropic Ad(58:06) Cometeer Ad(59:10) How COVID Changed Rickey's Career(01:05:18) Rickey's Upcoming Film Role(01:09:20) Rickey's Dating History and Ex-Boyfriend(01:24:33) Rickey's Love of Fashion(01:27:55) Rickey Thompson at the Oscars(01:30:18) Most Memorable Conversation(01:33:08) Paul's Key Takeaways Sponsored by: Huel - http://uk.huel.com/WNTT use code WNTT for £10 off Cometeer:  https://cometeer.com/PAUL for $20 off your first order Anthropic - https://www.claude.ai/talk Sync-ID: MB01MZIO5KQM7XF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Katie Price opens up about the childhood experiences that shaped her life before becoming Jordan, one of Britain's most recognisable celebrities. From growing up in Brighton to facing traumatic experiences and difficult early relationships, Katie reflects on how her past influenced her understanding of love, trust and self-worth. She also revisits her unexpected journey into modelling, her search for validation, and the beginnings of a career that would change her life forever. Raw, personal and revealing, this is a conversation about the girl behind the headlines and the experiences that shaped the Katie Price we know today. We're Talking Katie Price! This conversation includes some sensitive subjects that some audience members may find difficult to listen to. Find support charities below: Samaritans: https://g2ul0.app.link/qcJLJLhBjTb Women's Aid: https://g2ul0.app.link/WyCdvWWjJOb Refuge: https://g2ul0.app.link/pmZkBsOjJOb MIND: https://g2ul0.app.link/Ne9MpdtBjTb (00:00) Intro(00:34) Katie's Childhood and Upbringing in Brighton(11:04) How Katie's Early Relationships Shaped Her(16:00) The Story Behind Katie's Modelling Career(20:41) How Katie Became a Household Name in the UK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The X Factor made Lucy Spraggan, Jahméne Douglas and Rak-Su’s Myles Stephenson famous overnight, but what really happened behind the scenes of Simon Cowell’s hit TV show? Years later, they revisit their iconic auditions, the promises of fame and the moments that changed their lives in ways they never expected. Lucy looks back at a decision that changed the course of her music career, the pressure she faced behind the cameras, and why she feels she lost herself for a decade. Jahméne reflects on having his painful childhood turned into a television storyline, and the struggle of watching millions of people form an opinion of someone he didn't recognise. Myles revisits Rak-Su’s whirlwind rise to fame, Simon Cowell’s plans for the band, and the darker reality of life after winning The X Factor. Together, they reflect on the relationships, manipulation and difficult experiences that shaped their time on the show, questioning how much of what viewers saw was ever real. Returning to the auditions where it all began, this is a raw and nostalgic look at the true cost of fame, told with the hindsight they never had at the time. Lucy, Jahméne & Myles, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussions of domestic abuse and sexual assault. If you or someone you know has been affected, please explore the support resources below and consider donating to help these organisations continue their vital work: Women’s Aid: https://linkly.link/2xInX Refuge: https://linkly.link/2xIqZ MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Brand partnerships enquiries: partnerships@flightstory.com Follow here: Lucy: https://www.instagram.com/lspraggan  Jahméne: https://www.instagram.com/jahmeneofficial  Myles: https://www.instagram.com/mylesraksu (00:00) Intro(02:18) X Factor: What We Gained and Lost(06:15) The X Factor Audition Process(37:57) Organised Ad(39:17) Who Owns the Songs?(45:41) Watching Our X Factor Auditions(52:32) How X Factor Created Characters(01:06:11) X Factor Contestant Welfare(01:14:39) The Truth About the X Factor Judges(01:23:58) Classism on The X Factor(01:28:57) X Factor Contracts Explained(01:30:49) Dealing With the Press(01:38:26) The Best Moments on X Factor(01:43:35) Behind the X Factor Final(01:47:24) Nicole Scherzinger's Mic-Snatch Moment(01:53:09) Viral X Factor YouTube Clips(01:55:42) Why Lucy Left X Factor Early(02:07:51) X Factor Blacklisting and the 'Curse'(02:16:02) Myles' Life After X Factor(02:33:21) Life and Future Projects(02:37:12) Would We Do X Factor Again?(02:38:28) Should The X Factor Return?(02:43:27) Paul's Key Takeaways Sponsored by: Organised - Use code TALK for 15% off at https://www.organised.co/talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honour of Baby Loss Awareness Week, Olivia Bowen and Georgia Kousoulou discuss their deeply personal experiences of pregnancy loss, miscarriage and grief. They open up about the impact of baby loss on their relationships, the difficult decisions they faced, and the emotional toll of navigating pregnancy after loss. They also share why speaking openly about their experiences can help others feel less alone. This is an honest and compassionate conversation about grief, motherhood and the importance of feeling seen and supported through loss. This episode centres on miscarriage and baby loss - please take care while watching. We have included support resources here: MIND: https://linkly.link/2dx8b Tommys: https://linkly.link/2feiZ (00:00) Intro(00:39) The Complications Behind Georgia's Second Pregnancy(08:19) What Is Triploidy and How Does It Affect Pregnancy?(10:31) How Georgia Coped With Her Loss(13:07) Olivia Opens Up About Vanishing Twin Syndrome(15:01) The Facts and Statistics Behind Vanishing Twin Syndrome(16:50) How Sharing Olivia's Story Has Helped Others(18:54) Olivia's Journey to a Successful Second Pregnancy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fab Morvan opens up about the rise and fall of Milli Vanilli, winning a Grammy while hiding the truth behind their success, and the scandal that changed his life forever. He reflects on becoming a global superstar alongside Rob Pilatus, the pressure to maintain their image, and the decisions that would ultimately bring everything crashing down. Fab revisits his relationship with producer Frank Farian, the moment their secret was exposed, and the devastating impact of going from worldwide fame to public humiliation overnight. He also speaks candidly about his childhood, how his search for love and belonging shaped his life, and the struggles that followed the scandal. He opens up about his friendship with Rob, the addiction that took hold of his bandmate, and the heartbreaking reality of watching someone he loved struggle. Fabrice reflects on the lessons he has taken from their story, how he rebuilt his life, and what he wishes people understood about Milli Vanilli. Fab Morvan, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of mental health. If you’re struggling, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: MIND: https://linkly.link/2dx8b Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Brand partnerships enquiries: partnerships@flightstory.com Follow Fab here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabmorvan  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fabmorvan_off  (00:00) Intro(01:56) Fab Morvan's Childhood in Paris(07:41) How Therapy Fuels Creativity(09:04) Fab's Early Love of Dance(10:27) Why Fab Moved to Germany(12:22) Being Black in 1980s Germany(17:38) Rob Pilatus' Childhood(18:38) How Fab and Rob Met(20:44) Fab and Rob's Early Performance Style(25:56) Fab and Rob Before Milli Vanilli(28:56) Creating Milli Vanilli's Signature Look(34:31) How Milli Vanilli Was Formed(40:22) The People Behind Milli Vanilli(41:48) Why Milli Vanilli Didn't Sing on Their Records(44:41) Signing the Milli Vanilli Record Deal(54:44) When Fab and Rob Discovered They'd Lip-Sync(59:11) Preparing to Perform as Milli Vanilli(01:01:18) Milli Vanilli's Sudden Fame(01:09:52) Milli Vanilli's Global Success(01:12:55) Anthropic Ad(01:13:48) Milli Vanilli at the 1990 Grammys(01:22:47) Fab and Rob at the Grammys(01:31:20) Fab and Rob's Relationship During Their Rise to Fame(01:33:54) Winning a Grammy: Fab's Experience(01:38:08) The Downfall of Milli Vanilli(01:48:11) Life After the Milli Vanilli Scandal(02:00:32) Fab Morvan's Family(02:03:03) Fab's New Projects(02:05:05) Most Memorable Conversation(02:09:03) Paul's Key Takeaways Sponsored by: Anthropic - https://www.claude.ai/talk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nadiya Hussain opens up about the reality behind her extraordinary rise from home baker to one of Britain’s most recognisable TV personalities, and why success came with challenges she never expected. She reflects on winning The Great British Bake Off, facing death threats, feeling like an outsider in the television industry, and the pressure to shrink or filter herself to make others comfortable. Nadiya also shares why she is finally choosing to take up space, live more authentically and embrace her “elbows out” mentality, even if that means walking away from an industry that no longer feels like home. We're Talking Bake Off and Beyond (00:00) Intro(00:28) How Nadiya Landed Her Life-Changing Bake Off Opportunity(03:54) Why Nadiya Felt Like An “Alien” On Bake Off(07:11) The Shocking Death Threats Nadiya Faced On The Show(10:28) What Nadiya Said After Winning Bake Off(14:07) How The Pressure Of Fame Changed Nadiya's Life(15:22) What Happens Next For Nadiya After Leaving The BBC(17:33) Nadiya's Most Memorable Conversation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jay Sean reveals the untold story behind “Down” with Lil Wayne, signing to Cash Money Records and walking away from Virgin Records after three Top 10 hits. From medical school in London to becoming one of the most recognisable South Asian artists in global pop, he reflects on the risks, reinventions and decisions that defined his career. Jay revisits meeting Birdman, hearing Lil Wayne unexpectedly appear on “Down” and breaking America at a time when many fans didn’t even realise he was Indian. He also looks back at Drake before his rise to superstardom, and why he eventually chose to walk away from Cash Money too. Beyond the hits, Jay opens up about identity, representation and the pressure of being one of the few South Asian artists breaking into the mainstream. He reflects on family, fatherhood and why success means something very different to him now. Jay Sean, We Need To Talk Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Brand partnerships enquiries: partnerships@flightstory.com Follow Jay here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaysean TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jaysean New Single ‘Body’: https://symphony.to/jay-sean/body  (00:00) Intro (01:57) West London Upbringing (05:38) The Grandparents Who Shaped Him (10:41) The Childhood Photo (14:28) Discovering Music (16:27) Breaking Into Hip Hop (27:37) Breakthrough Hit: 'Dance With Me' (29:24) Signing To Virgin Records (34:11) Walking Away From Virgin Records (36:44) AD: Paul Plays More or Less (40:07) Breaking America With Cash Money (47:54) The Story Behind 'Down' (50:40) Leaving Cash Money Records (54:23) Changing South Asian Representation (1:00:28) Marriage With Tara (1:03:42) Becoming A Father (1:05:45) Paul's Surprise Message (1:09:56) What's Next For Jay Sean? (1:12:27) Most Memorable Conversation (1:15:48) Paul's Key Takeaways Sponsored by: The following segment contains discussion of sex and sexual wellbeing which may not be suitable for younger audiences. Viewer discretion is advised. Durex: Take pleasure to the next level, Durex Lubes give you more: https://linkly.link/2ujbX “Over 8 in 10 who tried lube say sex is better” is based on a survey conducted by Toluna, sample size 490 UK adults, June 2026. Always read the instructions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Black History Month, we revisit Paul’s conversations with Estelle and Akon, exploring the stories behind their biggest songs, career-defining moments and lasting impact on music. From Estelle creating “American Boy” in a Miami studio to Akon writing “Locked Up” while in prison, they share the stories behind some of their biggest records and the moments that changed their careers. They also reflect on the work behind so-called overnight success, Akon’s 10-year plan for his future, the business opportunities he spotted early in digital music, and why both artists have always focused on making records that last. It’s a conversation about creativity, purpose, longevity and making music that connects across generations. We're Talking Music Legends (00:00) Intro(00:33) The Story Behind Estelle's American Boy(05:38) How American Boy Became an International Hit(08:46) Paul's Favourite Estelle Songs(10:47) How Prison Inspired Akon's Songwriting(12:10) The Story Behind Locked Up(14:20) How Akon's Ringtone Business Changed the Music Industry(17:26) How Lonely Changed Akon's Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coleen Rooney opens up about her marriage to Wayne Rooney, growing up in the public eye and the private experiences that have shaped her life behind the headlines. In this deeply personal conversation, she reflects on being photographed from just 16, becoming known as one of Britain’s most recognisable WAGs, losing confidence as the scrutiny intensified, and why she now wishes she had owned her place in the public eye more. Coleen revisits the Wagatha Christie case, discovering that information from her private circle was reaching the press, and the years of legal proceedings that followed. She reveals the one thing she would change, how the experience affected the relationships around her, and the personal cost of a story that became global news. She also speaks candidly about miscarriage, motherhood, her marriage to Wayne Rooney and the loss of her younger sister Rosie. Coleen reflects on grief, family and the pressure of always being the strong one, before receiving a deeply personal message from Wayne for the first time that leads her to reflect on the role she has played in his life - and her own. Honest, emotional and revealing, this is Coleen Rooney beyond the headlines - telling the story behind her marriage, family and public life that millions thought they already knew. Coleen Rooney, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of baby loss and grief, please watch with care. We have included links to support resources here: Tommys: https://linkly.link/2feiZ  CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b   Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Brand partnerships enquiries: partnerships@flightstory.com Follow Coleen here: https://www.instagram.com/coleen_rooney Watch The Real Rooneys on Disney+  (00:00) Intro   (02:05) Growing Up Scouse   (03:09) Inside Coleen’s Childhood   (04:30) The Photo That Started Everything   (09:00) Coleen's Teenage Years   (13:12) How Coleen Met Wayne   (16:09) Coleen and Wayne's First Date   (17:56) The Infamous Photo That Changed Everything   (21:33) How Coleen Entered the Public Eye   (24:43) Coleen's Take on WAG Culture   (28:31) Imposter Syndrome   (30:36) What Fame Changed Forever   (36:02) Cometeer Ad   (37:12) How "WAG" Took Over   (42:03) Taking Back Her Own Story   (44:29) The Truth About WAGATHA CHRISTIE   (58:30) Shopify Ad   (59:34) Huel Ad   (01:00:57) Reflecting on Pregnancy Loss   (01:02:41) Why The Real Rooneys? Why Now?   (01:05:42) Coleen's Experience on I'm a Celebrity   (01:07:36) Inside Coleen and Wayne's Marriage   (01:15:38) Wayne's Message to Coleen   (01:22:00) Losing Her Sister Rosie   (01:27:16) Most Memorable Conversation   (01:31:14) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Cometeer:  https://cometeer.com/PAUL for $20 off your first order  Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk  Huel - http://uk.huel.com/WNTT use code WNTT for £10 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Organ Donation Week, Sam Vanderpump's shares his life-changing health battle that began with a liver disease he was diagnosed with at just 4 years old. Sam opens up about the moment he was confronted with the possibility of dying, the fear of not seeing his future child, and why understanding the signs of sepsis could save lives. He also explains why he is campaigning for greater awareness around organ donation and shares the story of his friend Daniel, whose decision to donate his organs saved four lives. NHS Organ Donation Register - https://linkly.link/2tqu7 (00:00) Intro (01:03) Diagnosed With Liver Disease(04:38) Sam Develops Life-Threatening Sepsis(14:30) Told He Needs A Transplant (16:18) Why Organ Donation Matters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DJ AG became one of the internet’s most recognisable street DJs through his viral TikTok LIVE performances, hosting stars including Will Smith, Skepta and Ne-Yo. But long before the millions of views, Ash was growing up in Tottenham, working at McDonald’s, building a corporate career and only taking the leap into full-time DJing at 37. Ash opens up about a health scare that led him to get his prostate checked, and why fear and stigma still stop some men from doing the same. He explains why the issue is especially important for Black men, and how speaking publicly about his own experience encouraged others to get tested. He also looks back at taking his DJ setup onto the streets, being arrested while livestreaming, and the moment Will Smith joined him on the decks. Ash reveals what happened behind the scenes, and how his street sets grew from a few people watching online into appearances with some of the world’s biggest artists. But behind the viral moments is a deeper purpose. AG shares how his grandmother’s dementia inspired him to perform in care homes, and why bringing people joy through music has become the most important part of what he does. DJ AG, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of prostate cancer and dementia. We have included links to support resources here: Prostate Cancer UK: https://linkly.link/2tkKz  Dementia UK: https://linkly.link/2tkKj  Alzheimer's Research UK https://linkly.link/2tkKt  Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow DJ AG here: https://www.instagram.com/djagonline https://www.tiktok.com/@djagonline (00:00) Intro to DJ AG (02:05) Childhood in Tottenham (05:36) The Music Scene in Tottenham (07:32) AG as a Child (10:25) AG’s Family Situation Growing Up (16:48) Prostate Cancer and the Importance of Getting Checked (21:08) AG’s Relationship With His Mum and Dad (27:27) DJ AG Reads a Letter From His Mum (29:49) Anthropic Ad (31:09) How AG Discovered His Love of DJing (46:08) The Art of DJing (49:21) Why AG Became a Full-Time DJ (57:21) Cometeer Ad (58:57) Taking DJ Sets Outdoors (01:10:51) AG’s Most Notable Guests (01:17:05) AG’s Community Work and DJing in Care Homes (01:19:38) Huel Ad (01:20:48) AG Fest (01:22:19) What Is DJ AG’s Greatest Fear? (01:27:27) AG’s Outlook on Dating and Relationships (01:30:30) Paul Reads a Letter From AG’s Dad (01:36:27) Most Memorable Conversation (01:39:42) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by:  Anthropic - https://www.claude.ai/talk  Cometeer - https://cometeer.com/PAUL for $20 off your first order   Huel - http://uk.huel.com/WNTT use code WNTT for £10 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Strictly Come Dancing legends Shirley Ballas and Ore Oduba reveal what really happens behind the scenes of television’s biggest show. From surviving severe online hate and high-stakes audition blunders to navigating intense imposter syndrome, Shirley and Ore share the emotional lows, career pivots, and life-changing moments that come with performing in front of 14 million people. We're Talking Strictly Come Dancing! (00:00) Intro(01:13) Ore's Strictly Journey and Finding Himself Through Dance (12:13) How Shirley Became a Strictly Judge (17:42) Why Strictly Became a National Phenomenon (19:22) How Shirley Feels About Strictly's Critics (21:19) Why Shirley Loves Being Part of Strictly (22:55) The Celebrity Shirley Would Love to See on Strictly (23:40) The Most Surprising Strictly Contestants Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly Osbourne opens up about Ozzy Osbourne’s final days, growing up in The Osbournes and the reality of becoming famous as a teenager in her first sit-down since her father’s passing. She reflects on her father’s death, why she believes he was preparing her for his passing, and her complicated relationship with her sister Aimee. Kelly looks back at the overnight success of The Osbournes, being followed by paparazzi and relentlessly scrutinised for her appearance. She also revisits the backlash she received after the BRITs, when comments about her body overshadowed her father’s lifetime achievement award, and the impact the press had on her confidence and mental health. She opens up about addiction and the pain she was trying to escape, including one of the darkest periods of her life while her mother was battling cancer. Kelly reflects on returning to drinking after her father’s death and how grief and motherhood have brought her into a new chapter - finally ready to step beyond being “Ozzy Osbourne’s daughter” and build a life on her own terms. Kelly Osbourne, We Need To Talk This episode includes topics of suicidal ideation, body image, addiction and grief. If these subjects are difficult for you, please watch with care. We have included links to support resources here: Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z    CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b    Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Kelly here: https://www.instagram.com/kellyo https://www.tiktok.com/@kellyosbourneyo (00:00) Intro (02:01) Kelly Reads A Letter From Paul's Wife Jill (05:15) Losing Her Father Ozzy Osbourne (08:14) Growing Up In England (12:07) Moving To LA At 13 (15:23) The Osbournes And Party Years (25:29) The Press And Body Image (27:23) The BRITs Backlash (33:52) Huel Ad (34:55) The Osbournes Changed Reality TV (38:17) Life Inside The Osbournes (48:52) Becoming Famous Overnight (01:02:20) Addiction And Escaping Pain (01:06:31) Working With Joan Rivers (01:08:43) Finding Her Own Identity (01:10:35) Her Bond With Ozzy Osbourne (01:11:51) Surprise Photo (01:14:18) Sharon And Ozzy's Love Story (01:17:52) Why Family Mattered To Ozzy Osbourne (01:27:36) Ozzy's Final Months (01:28:59) Sharon Behind Ozzy's Success (01:37:35) Her Relationship With Jack (01:40:04) Becoming A Mother (01:44:53) Working With Dolly Parton (01:55:21) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by:  Huel - http://uk.huel.com/WNTT use code WNTT for £10 off  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TW: This episode discusses suicide and mental health. Nadiya Hussain and Tyler West open up about their experiences with mental health, from childhood trauma, bullying and the pressure of identity to depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts. Nadiya opens up about the bullying she experienced throughout her childhood, how it shaped her relationship with her identity, self-worth and trust, and the impact of growing up in a home where difficult emotions were rarely spoken about. She also reflects on her faith, motherhood and the importance of creating a space where her children can talk openly about their feelings and mental health. Tyler shares the life-changing trauma of witnessing a murder at 14, the PTSD that followed and how keeping it all inside eventually led to a suicide attempt. He reflects on finding his voice, the importance of talking about what we’re going through, and how the things that have broken us can sometimes become our greatest strength. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. We’ve included support charities below: Samaritans: https://g2ul0.app.link/xghDmmYV4Wb Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): https://g2ul0.app.link/npaQKXUV4Wb (00:00) Intro (00:35) Nadiya Opens Up About Being Bullied at School (03:15) How Bullying Impacted Nadiya's Mental Health (04:23) Nadiya Opens Up About Her Suicide Attempt and What Saved Her (07:40) Nadiya's Lifelong Struggle With Anxiety and the Importance of Speaking Out (13:26) Tyler Shares the Traumatic Event He Witnessed as a Child (18:41) How Childhood Trauma Impacted Tyler's Mental Health (21:28) Tyler Opens Up About His Suicide Attempt and What Saved Him Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Star of Botched and The Swan, Dr Terry Dubrow became one of reality TV’s most recognisable surgeons, but this conversation reveals what was really happening behind the shows that made him famous.  Terry looks back at the shows that made him famous, from the backlash surrounding The Swan and Bridalplasty to why he initially thought Botched was a terrible idea. He reflects on what producers pushed for behind the scenes, the moments he refused to cross a line with patients, and why surgical training can create the confidence - and “God complex” - needed to make life-or-death decisions. He also confronts the darker side of cosmetic surgery, from dangerous BBLs and medical tourism to the rise of “looksmaxxing”. Terry revisits the patient no surgeon would touch after concrete-like material was injected into her face, and the operation he created after 11 other surgeons had refused to help her. He also explores how Ozempic, GLP-1s and rapid weight loss are changing the face of cosmetic medicine. Away from surgery, Terry opens up about fame, family, staying strong at 67, and the extraordinary story of forging Heather Dubrow’s signature to get her onto The Real Housewives of Orange County. Funny, provocative and unexpectedly personal, this is Dr Terry Dubrow beyond Botched. Dr Terry Dubrow, We Need To Talk   Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Dr Terry here: https://www.instagram.com/drdubrow (00:00) Intro (02:20) Paul And Dr Terry Discuss PK (04:24) How Dr Terry Stays Fit At 67 (09:03) Why Dr Terry Became a Cosmetic Surgeon (16:07) Dr Terry on The Swan and Its Controversy (24:46) Why The Swan Was Cancelled (27:02) Inside The Controversial Bridalplasty TV Show (36:06) Anthropic Ad (37:27) How Dr Terry Joined Real Housewives (41:59) How Botched Became A Hit (46:53) The Patient No Surgeon Would Touch (51:49) Rajee's Message To Dr Terry (56:50) Why BBLs Can Be Deadly (01:01:19) The Dangers Of Medical Tourism (01:04:33) Dr Terry Gives Paul Breast Implants (01:07:36) How Beauty Trends Change Surgery (01:12:12) Dr Terry On GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs (01:24:27) Why Looksmaxxing Is Dangerous (01:30:39) Inside Dr Terry's Marriage (01:33:18) What Fatherhood Taught Dr Terry (01:37:32) Dr Terry Reads Heather's Letter (01:41:11) Dr Terry's Most Memorable Conversation (01:43:21) Paul's Biggest Takeaways Sponsored by: Anthropic - https://www.claude.ai/talk  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr Tara Swart reveals the surprising neuroscience behind love, attraction and relationships - from the hormones that drive bonding to the hidden signals our brains use when choosing a partner. She explains why oxytocin is so important for love and trust, how stress can affect our relationships, why smell can be a powerful attraction signal, and what happens in the brain when a new relationship becomes sexual. Tara also explores why delaying sex may help create stronger bonds, and how evolution continues to influence who we find attractive. We're Talking Relationship Neuroscience! (00:00) Intro (00:30) How the Brain Shapes Our Relationships (02:32) The Key Parts of the Brain That Affect Relationships (04:09) How Dr Tara Defines Love (06:40) The Brain Chemicals Behind Love and Relationships (13:00) How Smell Influences Romantic Attraction (16:38) The Science Behind Physical Attraction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GK Barry became one of the internet’s biggest personalities, but this conversation reveals the Grace Keeling behind the fame, the jokes and the confidence. She reflects on being bullied at school, feeling desperate to fit in, and learning to make people laugh before anyone could laugh at her. Grace opens up about her relationship with her body, becoming obsessed with being thin, and how the attention that came with changing her appearance reinforced everything she believed about herself. She also speaks about witnessing racism through her dad Andrew, discovering her sexuality, and falling in love with Ella Rutherford - from the fear of letting people know to finding a relationship where she finally feels accepted for who she is. For the first time, Grace shares an experience from when she was 17 involving a 27-year-old man, and the years of confusion and self-blame that followed. She explains why she didn't report what happened at the time, the advice she was given by police, and how it took her years to understand what had happened to her and recognise that it wasn't her fault. Funny, honest and deeply vulnerable, this is GK Barry ready to tell her story. GK Barry, We Need To Talk Content warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and disordered eating. We have included links to support charities and resources here: The Rape Crisis England & Wales 24/7 Support Line is available day and night on 0808 500 2222, with free online chat also available on their website https://linkly.link/2sHpO Beat Eating Disorders https://linkly.link/2sHpG MIND: https://linkly.link/2dx8b Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow GK Barry here: https://www.instagram.com/gkbarry_/ https://www.tiktok.com/@gkbarry Buy Grace’s Book - It's Giving Life: A Guide to Surviving and Thriving: https://linkly.link/2sHqS (00:00) Intro (01:37) How Paul and Grace First Met (03:37) Grace vs GK Barry: What's the Difference? (06:53) Why Grace Wanted to Come on We Need To Talk (10:04) Growing Up Outside the UK (15:15) Stepdad's Impact on Grace's Life (18:38) Moving Back to the UK as a Child (26:10) Shopify Ad (27:23) Not Fitting In At School (44:41) Struggles With Appearance (52:45) Career Ambitions After Leaving School (57:06) Paul Surprises Grace With A Letter (01:07:23) The GK Barry Persona (01:10:06) How Grace Monetised Her Social Media Success (01:15:05) Grace's Rise From TikTok to Television (01:21:48) Huel Ad (01:22:55) Grace on Writing Her First Book (01:25:14) Grace Opens Up About Her Experience of Sexual Assault (01:37:47) When Grace Realised She Was Attracted to Women (01:42:16) How Grace and Ella Met (01:46:54) Why Grace and Ella's Relationship Works (01:52:43) Grace Reads a Letter From Ella (01:57:17) Grace's Love of Prosecco (01:59:48) Most Memorable Conversation (02:02:15) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Huel - http://uk.huel.com/WNTT use code WNTT for £10 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul sits down with world-renowned relationship experts John and Julie Gottman to uncover the science behind love, marriage and lasting connection. They reveal why happy couples still argue, why 69% of relationship problems never truly go away, and why conflict itself isn’t what destroys relationships. From the small daily behaviours that strengthen intimacy to the habits that can slowly damage a partnership, the Gottmans share decades of research into what makes relationships thrive. A fascinating conversation about love, trust, communication and the secrets behind couples who stay together. (00:00) Intro (00:28) Is Marriage Outdated? (07:43) The Gottmans Define a Successful Relationship (12:28) The Gottmans Explain the 6-Second Kiss (16:20) The Number One Cause of Arguments in Relationships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love Island 2026 finalists Simba and Angelista reveal what really happened in the Love Island villa, from their relationship and the “villain edit” to the moments viewers never saw. The Love Island couple open up about falling in love on the show, exploring other connections, public pressure and Angelista’s experience as a Black woman in the villa. Simba also opens up about growing up with his mother’s motor neurone disease, becoming one of her carers and how that responsibility shaped his ambition, emotions and the man he became. Together, Simba and Angelista revisit the private conversations that brought them closer, the moments that tested their relationship and what it was like falling in love under constant scrutiny. Angelista also speaks candidly about desirability, representation and the pressure she felt knowing Black women were watching her experience unfold. Raw, vulnerable and deeply personal, this is Simba and Angelista revealing the relationship and pressures that existed beyond the Love Island edit. Simba and Angelista, We Need To Talk Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Simba and Angelista here: https://www.instagram.com/simbakudyiwa/ https://www.instagram.com/angelistagundax/ https://www.tiktok.com/@angelistagundax (00:00) Intro (02:07) Why Simba Wanted To Talk (08:21) Did Simba Fall in Love on Love Island? (12:07) Simba's North London Upbringing & Zimbabwean Heritage (14:03) Simba's Mother's Health Condition (23:09) Simba's Parents' Divorce (29:33) How Simba Cares for His Mother (33:39) How Simba Applied for Love Island (36:41) Simba's First Impressions of Angie (40:20) Anthropic Ad (42:09) Angie's First Impressions of Simba (44:01) How Simba & Angie Established a Connection (47:22) The First Test of Their Relationship (52:17) Being a Black Couple on Love Island (54:55) When Simba & Angie Fully Trusted Each Other (58:33) Their Thoughts on Finishing Third (01:01:17) Did Angie Find Love on Love Island? (01:05:17) Angie's Experience as a Black Woman on Love Island (01:12:28) Why Angie Felt She Had Limited Options in the Villa (01:16:20) Diversity in Reality TV (01:19:57) The Positives of Angie's Love Island Experience (01:25:55) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Anthropic - https://www.claude.ai/talk  Sync ID: MB01HWZIBVN2A3S  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Perrie Edwards sits down with Paul to reveal how a painfully shy girl with no confidence was pushed into auditioning for The X Factor and became one quarter of Little Mix. (00:00) Intro (00:24) Perrie's Childhood and Moving Around Growing Up (04:07) Perrie Opens Up About Her Childhood Health Issues (08:13) How Perrie's Childhood Shaped Her as an Adult (11:20) Perrie on Living Without a Sense of Smell (17:57) When Perrie Realised She Wanted to Become a Singer (24:17) The Story Behind Perrie's X Factor Audition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farrah Abraham opens up about MTV’s 16 and Pregnant, Teen Mom, becoming pregnant at 16, and losing the father of her daughter while she was still carrying Sophia. Farrah revisits being pregnant as she stood at Derek’s casket, the last words they exchanged, and the grief that followed while millions watched her become one of reality TV’s most controversial stars. Farrah also reveals the reality behind Teen Mom, from the period she says she was living in her car while filming to the pressure of processing Derek’s death in the public eye. She reflects on fame, money, plastic surgery, her sex tape and why she now sees some of her most public decisions through the lens of depression, trauma and a desperate need to feel loved. Now, with Sophia approaching adulthood, Farrah reflects on therapy, breaking patterns from her own childhood and choosing a different relationship with her daughter. Raw, unpredictable and deeply personal, this is Farrah Abraham confronting the moments the world judged without knowing what was happening behind them. Farrah Abraham, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of mental health. If you’re struggling, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z    CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Farrah here: https://www.instagram.com/farrahabraham https://www.tiktok.com/@farrahabraham (00:00) Intro (03:32) Farrah Abraham's Childhood and Upbringing in Iowa (04:40) Paul Shows Farrah a Childhood Photo With Her Parents (06:13) Farrah Opens Up About the Reality of Her Childhood (13:41) Paul Shows Farrah a Photo With Her Ex Derek (14:58) Farrah and Derek's Relationship Before 16 and Pregnant (20:26) The Last Time Farrah Saw Derek (25:22) How Farrah Found Out Derek Had Died (28:44) Farrah Opens Up About Derek's Funeral (32:04) Farrah's Experience Filming 16 and Pregnant (37:45) Huel Ad (39:07) Teen Mom and Farrah's Tumultuous Relationship With Producers (46:06) The Story Behind Farrah Abraham's Sex Tape (51:51) Why Farrah Was Fired From Teen Mom (54:51) Farrah Opens Up About Her Arrests (56:54) Farrah's Relationship With Her Parents Today (59:59) Farrah on Cosmetic Surgery and Body Dysmorphia (01:07:05) Has Farrah Been in Love Since Derek? (01:08:28) What Farrah Looks for in a Relationship (01:12:46) Farrah Reveals Her Best and Worst Dates (01:15:12) Paul Shows Farrah a Photo With Her Daughter Sophia (01:17:23) How Farrah Has Changed as a Mother (01:20:38) How Farrah Helps Sophia Navigate Growing Up in the Public Eye (01:25:48) Farrah Reads a Letter From Her Daughter Sophia (01:30:08) Why Farrah Abraham Is Running for Office in Texas (01:36:22) Most Memorable Conversation (01:42:04) Paul's Takeaways Huel - https://uk.huel.com/WNTT Try Huel Black Edition ramen , use code WNTT for £10 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Kemsley sits down with Paul to reveal the reality of filming The Real Housewives of Beverley Hills with ex-wife Dorit. (00:00) Intro (00:39) How PK Joined The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (07:08) PK's Life Before The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (09:07) How RHOBH Impacted PK's Family Life (12:00) The Behind-the-Scenes Politics of RHOBH (14:44) Why PK Left The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (17:57) Does PK Love Himself Today? (20:29) PK Opens Up About Online Trolls and Reality TV Fame Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vikkstar opens up about the extraordinary rise of the Sidemen, the relentless work that built his YouTube career, and what happens when the group you built your life around begins to change. He reflects on KSI’s departure, the future of the Sidemen, and why they never really had an exit plan. Vik looks back on going from a quiet teenager who never felt like he fitted in to turning down a place at UCL and spending up to 16 hours a day making videos. He reveals how YouTube became his entire identity, why he sometimes went days without speaking to anyone in real life, and how seven gamers accidentally created one of the biggest creator groups in the world. He also speaks candidly about living with Crohn’s disease, the reality of having an incurable condition, and the impact years of relentless work had on his health and perspective. Vik reflects on criticism, success, money and the point at which he realised he needed a life beyond views, uploads and Vikkstar123. From scoring at Wembley after being the kid nobody picked for football to building businesses alongside the Sidemen, this is a conversation about obsession, friendship, reinvention and the hidden cost of turning your childhood hobby into your whole life. Vikkstar, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of mental health. If you’re struggling, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z    CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Vikkstar here: https://www.instagram.com/vikkstar https://www.tiktok.com/@vikkstar (00:00) Intro(02:18) Upbringing in Sheffield(09:39) Vikkstar’s Pet Duck(15:58) Identity as a Teenager(17:03) How Vikkstar Started Making Gaming Videos on YouTube(21:48) Why Vikkstar Started Appearing on Camera(23:31) Realising YouTube Could Become a Business(31:25) Shopify Ad(32:27) Reality of Growing a YouTube Channel(42:35) Paul Shows Vikkstar a Photo of The Sidemen(43:42) How The Sidemen Were Formed(49:28) The Sidemen's Goals and How They've Changed Over Time(53:14) What It Was Really Like Living in the Sidemen House(01:00:17) Dealing With Online Criticism(01:04:31) Inside The Sidemen Business Empire(01:08:50) How The Sidemen Handle Disagreements(01:12:23) The Sidemen's Latest Projects(01:17:00) Vikkstar's Music and DJ Career(01:23:50) Struggle With Crohn's Disease(01:33:32) Proposed Social Media Ban for Under-16s(01:36:18) Future Goals(01:38:01) Advice to His Younger Self(01:40:27) Most Memorable Conversation(01:43:23) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Divorce lawyer James Sexton breaks down what divorce really means, what you need to know before leaving a marriage, and why the smartest decisions are often made long before the legal paperwork begins. James explains how divorce works, what happens when a marriage is legally terminated, and the key questions people should consider before starting the process. From dividing assets to preparing for what comes next, this episode offers clear guidance for anyone considering divorce or trying to understand it. We're Talking Divorce (00:00) Intro (00:30) James' Definition of Divorce (02:28) What to Do if You're Unhappy in Your Marriage (07:40) When Should You Speak to a Divorce Lawyer? (12:04) Three Things to Know Before Getting Married (14:46) The Number One Cause of Divorce (19:42) The Future of Marriage and Divorce Rates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reality TV star Trewley Precious opens up about the strict family rules that shaped her childhood, the freedoms her brothers had that she did not, and the personal cost of sharing her life publicly. The Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives star and TikTok creator reflects on growing up with both Gypsy and non-Gypsy heritage, and the criticism she received after telling her family’s story. Raised on a council estate by a Gypsy father and non-Gypsy mother, Trewley explains why her estate became her safe space and how fear, loyalty and survival shaped her understanding of love and freedom. She also speaks candidly about leaving an unhealthy relationship, losing her father to cancer and entering Tempting Fortune during one of the most painful periods of her life. Trewley reveals why winning the show gave her the validation she had always wanted from her dad. Trewley explains how she pitched Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives herself, why the series sparked debate and why it represents her family’s experience rather than every Gypsy woman’s story. Raw, funny and deeply personal, this is a conversation about identity, grief, cultural pressure and breaking generational cycles. Trewley Precious, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of mental health. If you’re struggling, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z    CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Trewley here: https://www.instagram.com/trewleyprecious https://www.tiktok.com/@itstrewleyprecious (00:00) Intro (03:18) Trewley's Essex Childhood (07:01) Trewley's Gypsy Heritage (19:07) Paul Shows Trewley a Childhood Photo (21:40) Strict Gypsy Traditions and Family Rules (33:58) How Trewley Started Creating Content (50:38) Filming Tempting Fortune (54:34) Trewley's Dad's Death Impacted Her Family and the Gypsy Community (58:31) Shopify Ad (59:33) How Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives Was Created (01:01:33) The Positive Impact of Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives (01:06:07) Trewley Reads an Emotional Letter (01:10:23) Behind the Scenes of Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives (01:17:58) Trewley's Siblings on Filming Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives (01:25:56) Dating and Relationships (01:30:09) Mission to Change Perceptions of the Gypsy Community (01:39:08) Most Memorable Conversation (01:43:40) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before The X Factor, there was Popstars - the reality show that created Hear’Say, led to Liberty X and changed British pop culture overnight. Myleene Klass and Michelle Heaton share what really happened behind the scenes, from being thrown into overnight fame and branded winners and losers, to the press-fuelled rivalry between the two groups, the money they never saw and the mismanagement that helped bring it all crashing down. We're Talking Popstars! (00:00) Intro (00:30) How Michelle Was Cast on Popstars (03:41) What Happened After Popstars Ended? (06:33) How Liberty X Was Formed (10:44) The Manufactured Rivalry Between Liberty X and Hear'Say (13:54) The Rise and Success of Liberty X (15:54) How Myleene Klass Was Cast on Popstars (17:45) How Popstars Changed Myleene Klass's Life (21:49) The Wild West of the Music Industry in the 2000s (25:33) Why Hear'Say Split Up (29:06) Myleene Klass's Favourite Memory From Hear'Say Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celebrity Big Brother winner Chantelle Houghton opens up about overnight fame, her relationship with Preston, the loneliness behind the headlines, and the years she spent staying silent about what she was going through. 20 years after entering the Big Brother house as the only non-celebrity, Chantelle reflects on going from 80p in her bank account to earning £1 million in six months. She revisits the pressure of becoming one of the most recognisable women in Britain, losing friends, struggling with her identity, and realising that having everything did not stop her from feeling completely alone. Chantelle also speaks candidly about falling for Preston, why they should never have married, and how their relationship changed once the cameras disappeared. She opens up about Page 3, the darker side of the entertainment industry, living in fear, and the moment she decided she no longer wanted to hide. Raw, revealing and deeply personal, this is Chantelle Houghton ready to reclaim her story and live life on her own terms. Chantelle Houghton, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of mental health. If you’re struggling, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z    CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Chantelle here: https://www.instagram.com/chantelle_houghton/ https://www.tiktok.com/@chantelle_houghton (00:00) Intro (02:10) Why Chantelle Is Speaking Out Now (05:44) Childhood in Essex (08:39) Life Before Celebrity Big Brother (16:08) Being Cast on Celebrity Big Brother (21:03) How Chantelle Dealt with Fame Overnight (31:04) Davina McCall Surprises Chantelle (34:39) Life After Celebrity Big Brother (38:43) Huel Ad (39:48) Relationship with Preston (42:15) Marriage to Preston (46:42) Why Chantelle and Preston Divorced (48:24) The Return to Big Brother (50:17) Never Mind the Buzzcocks (52:25) Class in Britain (58:00) Preston Surprises Chantelle (01:01:25) Chantelle’s Agent After Big Brother (01:06:14) Motherhood and Raising Her Daughter (01:07:55) Chantelle Reflects on Toxic Relationship (01:16:24) Chantelle's Relationship Today (01:20:53) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Huel - https://uk.huel.com/WNTT Try Huel Black Edition ramen, use code WNTT for £10 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

15 years after Amy Winehouse’s passing, Blake Fielder-Civil reflects on one of music’s most talked-about and misunderstood love stories. From meeting Amy in Camden to the intensity of their relationship and the heartbreak that helped shape Back to Black, this conversation looks beyond the headlines at love, fame, addiction, and the complexity of remembering someone the world thought it knew. (00:00) Intro (00:31) How Blake and Amy Winehouse First Met (03:21) What First Attracted Blake to Amy Winehouse? (07:09) Blake Addresses Rumours About Dating Other People During Their Relationship (11:13) Amy Winehouse's Relationship With Fame (13:57) Paul Shows Blake a Photo of Him and Amy Together (16:44) The Huge Success of Back to Black (21:42) How Blake and Amy Rekindled Their Relationship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joey Graceffa opens up about YouTube fame, Escape The Night, coming out online, love, family, and the private experiences behind the life millions of viewers grew up watching. In this deeply honest conversation, Joey reflects on the reality of becoming one of YouTube’s earliest stars while still trying to understand who he was away from the camera. Joey looks back on the childhood that shaped him, the complicated family dynamics he grew up around, and the moments that made him feel different before he had the language to explain why. He also reflects on building a life online, the pressure of being watched by millions, and the fear of what might happen if his audience saw the parts of him he was still learning to accept. Joey also opens up about his relationship with his mum, the pain of loving someone you can no longer save, and the boundaries he eventually had to set to protect himself. He speaks about shame, identity, first love, and the coming out video that changed everything. Joey Graceffa, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of mental health and addiction. If you’re struggling with these themes or your own mental health, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z    CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Joey here: https://www.instagram.com/joeygraceffa/ https://www.tiktok.com/@joeygraceffa (00:00) Intro (01:49) Joey's Childhood in Marlborough, Massachusetts (03:48) Joey's Family Life Growing Up (08:15) How Joey's Parents' Divorce Affected Him (11:25) Paul Shows Joey Childhood Photos (13:53) Joey Opens Up About His Mother's Mental Health Struggles (27:40) Huel Ad (29:02) How Joey Started His YouTube Career (31:45) Joey on Navigating His Sexuality as a Teenager (34:00) Joey's Experience at Maker Studios (36:18) Joey's Coming Out Journey (45:07) Behind the Scenes of Joey's Coming Out Video (49:21) Joey's YouTube Success and Advice for Creators (56:45) Joey's Thoughts on Rising Negativity Online (01:01:55) Joey's Career as an Author (01:04:21) Joey Opens Up About His Relationship With His Ex-Boyfriend (01:11:55) Joey's Relationship With His Sister Today (01:13:28) Joey Reads an Emotional Letter From His Sister (01:16:32) Most Memorable Conversation (01:18:38) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Huel - uk.huel.com/WNTT Try Huel Black Edition ramen , use code WNTT for £10 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love Island’s Dami Hope opens up about his life before reality TV, from his Nigerian roots to growing up in Ireland and the moments that shaped his identity. Dami reflects on his family’s move from Nigeria, being one of the only Black children in his town, changing his name, facing racism at school, and learning how to fight for himself and his siblings. This is a personal conversation about belonging, identity, family, resilience, and the man behind the public image. (00:00) Intro (00:27) Dami's Nigerian Roots and Growing Up in Ireland (06:22) The Realities of Being Black in Ireland (10:20) Dami Opens Up About Bullying and Fighting at School (20:57) How and Why Dami Changed His Name as a Teenager (23:10) Dami's Career as a Microbiologist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love Island star Olivia Bowen opens up about the show, Alex Bowen, motherhood, body image, mental health and the private experiences that shaped the woman she is today. In this deeply honest conversation, Olivia reflects on growing up after her parents’ divorce, the emotional patterns she carried into her teenage years, and the relationship that changed how she saw herself before entering the Love Island villa. She revisits the overnight fame that followed, the scrutiny surrounding her relationship with Alex, and the moments that helped her understand she was loved in a way she had struggled to believe. Olivia also speaks about pregnancy, birth, postpartum, loss, and the realities of becoming a mother while still learning how to care for herself. Raw, emotional and unfiltered, this is Olivia Bowen ready to tell the truth behind the life everyone thought they knew. Olivia Bowen, We Need To Talk (00:00) Intro (01:34) Olivia's Childhood in Essex and Essex Stereotypes (03:03) How Olivia's Parents' Divorce Affected Her (08:09) Olivia's Relationship With Her Father During Childhood (13:37) Olivia Reads an Emotional Letter From Her Father (19:52) Olivia Opens Up About Her Teenage Mental Health Struggles (30:09) Huel Ad (31:23) Olivia's Modelling Aspirations After Leaving School (33:14) Olivia Opens Up About Her Toxic Relationship Before Love Island (36:32) How and Why Olivia Joined Love Island (39:03) Olivia's Mental Health Struggles in the Love Island Villa (42:18) How Love Island Season 2 Compares to the Show Today (44:49) Did Olivia Fall in Love With Alex in the Love Island Villa? (47:09) Paul Shows Olivia a Photo of Her and Alex on Love Island (51:00) How Olivia Handled the Huge Success of Love Island Season 2 (56:23) How Olivia and Alex Stayed Together After Love Island (58:59) Olivia Receives a Surprise Message From Love Island's Tina (01:02:04) Olivia's Biggest Highlights After Love Island (01:05:01) The Story of Alex's Proposal to Olivia (01:08:33) Olivia Reads an Emotional Letter From Alex (01:11:26) Saily Ad (01:12:45) Olivia Opens Up About Pregnancy and Postnatal Depression (01:24:53) Olivia's Experience of Vanishing Twin Syndrome (01:31:33) Paul Shows Olivia a Photo of Her Family (01:39:30) Most Memorable Conversation (01:41:40) Paul's Takeaways This episode includes discussion of eating disorders, mental health, and baby loss. If you’re struggling with these themes or your own mental health, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b Beat Eating Disorders: https://linkly.link/2dx8y Harmless: https://linkly.link/2lcoq  Tommys: https://linkly.link/2feiZ Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Olivia here: https://www.instagram.com/oliviadbowen https://www.tiktok.com/@thebowens Olivia’s Book, Lost Until Love: TG Jones: https://www.tgjonesonline.co.uk/product/olivia-bowen/lost-until-love--learning-to-find-myself-again---as-featured-on-olivias-itv2-show-olivia--alex-parenthood/15998524 Audiobook: https://open.spotify.com/show/17bItR7WBfaN1EE7F7yLZD?si=d3b67a7511fc437b Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ Huel - https://uk.huel.com/WNTT - Try Huel Black Edition ramen , use code WNTT for £10 off Sync ID: MB01ZC6OYFJB81Z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Alcohol Awareness Week, Backstreet Boys star AJ McLean, and performer Louie Spence, open up about the impact alcohol addiction has had on their lives and families. In this shorter cut from We Need To Talk, AJ reflects on his own journey with alcohol addiction, recovery and the turning point that forced him to confront the double life he was living. Louie shares the heartbreaking reality of growing up with a mother who struggled with alcoholism, the impact her death had on him and his family, and the grief that followed. (00:00) Intro (00:39) What's the Difference Between Alex and AJ? (05:07) AJ Recounts His Rock Bottom Moment With Alcohol (11:00) Louie Talks About His Mother's Alcoholism and the Impact of Her Death on Him and His Family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jo Frost, the world-renowned parenting expert and Supernanny, returns to We Need To Talk to discuss the parenting crisis, teen takeovers, phone addiction, bullying, cyberbullying, corporal punishment and the emotional needs children are missing today. After her first conversation reached millions around the world, Jo reflects on the overwhelming response, the families who felt seen by her words, and why she believes parents and children are facing one of the most urgent crises of our time. Jo opens up about being bullied for three years at school, the moment she finally fought back, and why she still feels conflicted about what happened. She and Paul also discuss Big Tech, cry-it-out sleep training and the emotional hunger so many children are living with today. Raw, practical and deeply emotional, Jo Frost returns for the conversation parents have been asking for. Jo Frost, We Need To Talk (00:00) Intro (01:42) Jo Frost on the Impact of Her First We Need To Talk Interview (06:07) Jo Frost Reacts to Viewer Comments From Supernanny (12:19) Jo Frost Explains Teen Takeovers and Modern Parenting Challenges (24:20) How Smartphones Affect Children and Teenagers (38:29) ID Mobile Ad (41:04) Cyberbullying Statistics and the Impact on Children (44:11) Jo Frost Opens Up About Being Bullied at School (54:19) Shopify Ad (55:36) Jo Frost on Corporal Punishment and Child Discipline (01:07:18) Parenting Advice Online and the Rise of Misinformation (01:12:55) Jo Frost Debunks the Cry It Out Method for Babies (01:15:59) Jo Frost Reunites With the Browns From Supernanny (01:17:59) The Browns Send Jo Frost a Surprise Video Message (01:19:55) Audience Questions for Jo Frost (01:36:08) The Most Important Conversation Parents Can Have With Their Child (01:39:49) Paul’s Takeaways This episode includes discussion of mental health. If you’re struggling with these themes or your own mental health, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b  Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Jo here: https://www.instagram.com/jofrost/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jofrost Sponsored by: iD Mobile: Ditch the texts and ‘Make it a Call’ — your voice is more powerful than you think. https://www.idmobile.co.uk/make-it-a-call?affiliate=marketing%7CYouTube_Display%7CMakeItACall_Brand&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Display&utm_campaign=MakeItACall&utm_content=Brand  Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rose McGowan opens up about her extraordinary life before the headlines, from growing up in Italy around Children of God to being sent to America as a child and trying to understand where she belonged. Rose reflects on her complicated relationship with her father, the absence of safety in her early life, changing her name, legally emancipating herself at 15, and finding her way into Hollywood. This is a rare, deeply personal conversation about identity, survival, fame, and the woman behind the public image. (00:00) Intro (01:00) Rose Breaks Down Her Childhood in Italy and the Children of God (07:01) Rose's Experience of Moving to America (11:44) Rose's Early Love of Performing (12:35) How and Why Rose Moved to Hollywood (14:38) Rose's First Experience on a Hollywood Set (15:41) Living With Her Mother in Hollywood (20:14) Why Rose Emancipated Herself at 15 Years Old (21:42) Rose's First Role in The Doom Generation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missé Beqiri, model and former Real Housewives of Cheshire star, opens up following the recent passing of her former partner Jake Hall. In this deeply emotional conversation, Missé reflects on grief, love, motherhood, and the unanswered questions that still follow her. She speaks about the night everything changed, the guilt she continues to carry, and the reality of trying to stay strong for her daughter while grieving someone she once loved. Missé also opens up about the loss of her brother, the childhood wounds that shaped her need for validation, and the impact reality TV had on her marriage and family life. Raw, honest and deeply human, this is Missé like you’ve never seen her before. Missé Beqiri, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of grief. If you’re struggling with these themes or your own mental health, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b  Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Missé here: https://www.instagram.com/missebeqiri/ https://www.tiktok.com/@misse.beqiri (00:00) Intro (01:46) Paul and Misse Acknowledge the Passing of Jake Hall (04:57) Growing Up Albanian in Sweden (09:12) Complicated Relationship With Her Parents (14:47) Auditioning for Sweden's Next Top Model (22:35) The Dark Side of Modelling (28:48) Huel Ad (30:01) Missé’s Relationship With Her Brother (33:45) Missé Explains the Circumstances of Her Brother's Passing (40:52) Dating Anders Lindegaard (46:20) Marrying Anders Lindegaard (50:58) The Real Housewives of Cheshire and How It Led to Her Divorce From Anders (01:00:56) Meeting Jake Hall (01:08:36) Breaking Up With Jake (01:10:44) Jake's Struggle With Mental Health (01:15:33) Ladies of London (01:22:10) Grief And The Tragic Passing of Jake Hall (01:43:58) Paul Shows Missé a Photo of Jake and River (01:45:30) What Does the Future Hold for Missé? (01:49:59) Most Memorable Conversation (01:52:10) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Huel - Try Huel Lite Ramen - the new lighter instant noodle.  Under 230 calories, 25g protein, ready in 5 minutes. Use code WNTT for £10 off at https://www.uk.huel.com/wntt  New customers only. Minimum spend required. Offer valid until 30 days after June 30th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul looks back at The Only Way Is Essex with TOWIE cast members Georgia Harrison, Georgia Kousoulou and Chloe Sims. Together, they explore how the show turned Essex culture into one of Britain’s biggest reality TV phenomena, and what it was really like to be inside the show as it exploded. From glamorous first entrances and overnight fame to low pay, public scrutiny, press criticism and learning how to build a career beyond the cameras, this episode is an inside look at the reality TV show that changed their lives. We're Talking TOWIE (00:00) Intro (00:33) Georgia Explains Essex Culture to Paul (02:50) How Georgia Was Cast in TOWIE (03:55) What It Was Like Filming TOWIE in the Early Days (07:00) How Georgia Went From Side Character to Series Regular on TOWIE (08:55) How Georgia Handled Fame From Being on TOWIE (13:07) What Does Georgia Think Made Her Watchable on TOWIE? (16:04) How Does Chloe Look Back on Her Time on TOWIE? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Briel Adams-Wheatley, content creator and advocate, opens up about being born with no arms and no legs, being left in hospital by her birth mother, and growing up in a large Mormon family where her story was often treated as a miracle. She reflects on the pressure to be strong from a young age, being bullied, pushed harder than her siblings, and learning to perform happiness while privately struggling. Briel also shares how she was set up to inspire others through public speaking, even when the words she delivered were written by someone else. In this conversation, Briel speaks candidly about coming out, feeling used by the church, the conflict between faith and identity, and the moment she told her family: “You’re not God, you don’t get to damn me.” She also opens up about dating after trauma, finding safety with her husband Adam, and why they are getting married again after her transition. Honest, emotional and deeply human, this is Briel Adams-Wheatley like you’ve never seen her before. Briel Adams-Wheatley, We Need To Talk This conversation includes discussion of sexual assault. Please take care while watching. We’ve included links to support resources below: MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b    The Survivor’s Trust: https://linkly.link/2kE8q    Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Briel here: https://www.instagram.com/no_limbs_ https://www.tiktok.com/@no_limbs_ (00:00) Intro (01:46) Briel’s Birth and Adoption (04:39) Statistics Around Hand Heart Syndrome (10:49) Forced To Be Independent (14:26) Bullying At Home And School (21:29) “I Think I Like Boys” (25:42) Raised To Be The Mormon Miracle (28:17) The Good Parts of Briel’s Childhood (30:06) How Briel’s Parents Taught Her to Swim (32:34) How Briel Got Into Dancing (35:47) Briel’s Relationship With Her Mother Today (37:04) Paul Surprises Briel With A Letter (40:23) Huel Ad (41:34) Coming Out To Everyone At Once (47:18) Briel’s Experience Giving Motivational Speeches (54:07) How Makeup Changed Everything (58:43) Shopify Ad (59:54) Coming Out as Trans (01:06:01) Briel’s Dating History (01:10:47) The First Relationship That Felt Safe (01:18:25) Adam’s Letter To Briel (01:22:49) Why Briel Stepped Away From Mormonism (01:23:57) What Briel Wants Next (01:25:47) Being Trans In America Today (01:28:41) Advice For Anyone Questioning Their Gender Identity (01:30:57) Most Memorable Conversation (01:34:37) Paul’s Takeaways Huel - Try Huel Lite Ramen - the new lighter instant noodle. Under 230 calories, 25g protein, ready in 5 minutes.Use code WNTT for £10 off at https://www.uk.huel.com/wnttNew customers only. Minimum spend required. Offer valid until 30 days after June 30th. Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honour of Loneliness Awareness Week 2026, we explore loneliness, grief and men’s mental health through Pete Wicks’ honest conversation with Paul. Pete opens up about being an “outgoing loner,” losing his nan, learning to accept help, and the private battles people often hide behind a public image. This episode looks at why loneliness can still exist when you’re surrounded by people, and why admitting you need support can be the first step towards finding peace. Remember you're not alone. If you're looking for support, we’ve included links to resources below: Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2kE85 MIND: https://linkly.link/2dx8b CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H (00:00) Intro (00:32) Paul and Pete Talk About the Loneliness Epidemic Among Men (04:38) What's on Pete's Horizon? (06:43) What Made Pete Realise He Needed Help? (11:20) The Loss of Pete's Grandmother and Its Effect on Him (14:01) Paul Shares His Affirmations for Pete Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colton Underwood became one of the most talked-about figures in reality TV after going from the NFL to The Bachelor, before publicly coming out as gay in one of the most scrutinised moments of his life. In this rare conversation, Colton reflects on growing up in football, faith and the Midwest, while privately knowing he was gay and trying desperately to hide it. He speaks about praying to be straight, building a fake public life, and the pressure of becoming “the virgin Bachelor” while living behind what he describes as a spiderweb of lies. Colton opens up about the rules, secrecy and fear that shaped his relationships, the NFL locker room culture that kept him in the closet, and the blackmail that pushed him toward finally coming out. He also reflects on his time on the US Traitors, the backlash that followed, and why he believes some viewers still misunderstand who he is now. Now a husband and father, Colton speaks about accountability, healing, and what it means to stop performing after years of hiding who he really was. Colton Underwood, We Need To Talk This conversation includes discussion of addiction and mental health. Please take care while watching. We’ve included links to support resources below: Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2kE85  MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b  CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Colton here: https://www.instagram.com/coltonunderwood/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@coltonunderwood (00:00) Intro (01:51) Early Life and Upbringing (07:14) Growing Up Gay in the Midwest (09:07) How Colton’s Parents' Divorce Affected Him (12:13) Navigating His Sexuality As A Teenager (24:28) Being Drafted into the NFL (29:21) Navigating Homophobia in American Football (37:03) Saily Ad (38:11) How Colton Got on The Bachelor (42:35) Why Colton Became Known as the Virgin Bachelor (45:46) How Colton Hid His Sexuality on The Bachelor (48:14) The Fence Jump That Changed The Bachelor (56:15) Backlash from The Traitors (01:02:39) ID Mobile Ad (01:04:29) Colton Opens Up About Xanax & Alcohol Abuse (01:06:56) Being Blackmailed And Coming Out (01:15:51) Paul Surprised Colton (01:17:22) How Colton Met His Husband Jordan (01:19:36) Going Through Surrogacy in the USA (01:24:29) Paul Surprises Colton With A Letter (01:25:44) Writing His New Book, Dear Bishop (01:31:56) Would Colton Do Another Reality TV Show? (01:33:14) Most Memorable Conversation (01:36:46) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ iD Mobile: Ditch the texts and ‘Make it a Call’ — your voice is more powerful than you think. https://www.idmobile.co.uk/make-it-a-call?affiliate=marketing%7CYouTube_Display%7CMakeItACall_Brand&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Display&utm_campaign=MakeItACall&utm_content=Brand Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spencer Pratt and Harry Jowsey pull back the curtain on the reality TV machine. Spencer reveals how The Hills changed television forever, the truth behind reality TV villains, staged paparazzi moments, and the strategy that made him one of the most talked-about figures of the 2000s. Harry shares what really happens behind the scenes of shows like Too Hot To Handle, how contestants chase screen time, the psychological impact of life in a reality TV bubble, and the tactics he used to turn a dating show into a global career. This is a candid look inside reality TV, fame, villain edits, producer manipulation, social media stardom, and what it really takes to stay relevant once the cameras stop rolling. We're Talking Reality TV "Villains" (00:00) Intro (00:27) How Real Was The Hills? (01:16) How Spencer Landed The Hills (03:56) The Peak of Spencer’s Fame (08:40) Spencer’s Reality TV Legacy Explained (10:26) Why The Hills Came to an End (11:15) Does Spencer Regret The Hills? (12:43) Spencer’s Role in Kardashian Success (16:46) What Harry Wanted From Too Hot to Handle (22:29) Why Harry Thrives on Reality TV (25:00) How Reality TV Supercharged Harry’s Fame Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gypsy-Rose Blanchard became one of the most recognisable women in modern true crime after the murder of her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard, and the alleged medical abuse that shocked the world. In this rare conversation, Gypsy reflects on the childhood she says was built on lies, the complex relationship with her mother, and the questions she believes were never asked. She opens up about wanting to be loved, the relationships that shaped her life, and the catastrophic dynamic with Nick Godejohn, who is now serving life in prison. Gypsy revisits the night Dee Dee was killed, and the thinking behind what happened. She also reflects on guilt, accountability and whether her prison sentence was fair for the crime that was committed. Now a mother herself, Gypsy reflects on the kind of parent she wants to become, the cycles she is determined to break, and how she begins to move forward when the world still knows you by your darkest chapter. Gypsy-Rose Blanchard, We Need To Talk This conversation includes discussion of child abuse, medical abuse, sexual assault and murder. Please take care while watching. We’ve included links to support resources below: NSPCC: https://linkly.link/2kE84 Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2kE85  MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b  The Survivor’s Trust: https://linkly.link/2kE8q   RAINN: https://linkly.link/2kE8h Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Gypsy-Rose here: https://www.instagram.com/gypsyrose.insta  https://www.tiktok.com/@gypsyrose_blanchard727 (00:00) Intro (02:14) The Notoriety of Gypsy-Rose (03:10) Early Life (07:28) Gypsy's Mother's Mental Health Issues (12:04) Alleged Sexual Assault in Childhood (16:35) Why Gypsy-Rose Left the Family Home (18:11) The Medical Procedures Gypsy-Rose Underwent (33:36) Did Gypsy Feel Loved by Anyone as a Child? (39:36) Dating as a Teenager (50:38) How Gypsy Met Nick (01:03:50) Gypsy Reflects On The Night Her Mother Died (01:24:57) The Aftermath of the Murder and Court Proceedings (01:32:02) Time in Prison (01:35:24) How Gypsy Met Her First Husband in Prison (01:54:39) How Gypsy Adjusted to Life After Prison (02:05:30) The Birth of Gypsy's Daughter With Ken (02:15:51) Most Memorable Conversation (02:17:35) Paul's Takeaways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Perrie Edwards and Lou Teasdale pull back the curtain on life inside two of the biggest pop groups of a generation. Perrie reflects on growing up in Little Mix, becoming one of the best-selling girl groups of all time, public heartbreak, pressure, and the sisterhood that carried them through. Lou shares what it was really like touring the world with One Direction, raising her daughter on the road, the fan chaos, the private jets, and why life behind the scenes was far less glamorous than it looked. This is a rare look inside Little Mix, One Direction, fame, friendship, and the real cost of growing up in the spotlight. (00:00) Intro (00:32) The Success of Little Mix (02:00) How Little Mix Shaped Perrie as a Woman (04:17) Why Perrie Still Sees Little Mix as Underdogs (08:02) Perrie’s Most Challenging Time in Little Mix (09:20) Finding Stability While Touring the World (12:23) How Lou Started Working With One Direction (14:14) The First One Direction Tour (14:57) How Fame Changed the Members of One Direction (17:10) The Best Moments of Life on Tour (19:34) The Wildest Things Fans Did to Meet One Direction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Read Wilson reflects on life after I’m A Celebrity and the private story behind the voice, warmth and eccentricity that made the nation fall in love with him. He opens up about growing up feeling othered, the secret that once felt like a ticking time bomb, and the anxiety that affected his relationship with food for many years. Tom also reflects on coming out, the sister who became his safe place, and why the jungle helped him lose his ego and feel truly seen. In a conversation shaped by nearly nine years of friendship, Paul and Tom look back on Celebs Go Dating, the moments that brought them close, and the bond that has quietly become one of the most important relationships in both of their lives. Funny, tender and unexpected, this is Tom Read Wilson on queerness, friendship, family, self-acceptance and learning to celebrate the parts of yourself the world once made you question. Tom Read Wilson, We Need To Talk A heads up this conversation includes discussion of mental health and eating disorders. We’ve included links to support resources below: CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H   MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b   Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Tom here: https://www.instagram.com/tomreadwilson (00:00) Intro (05:55) Tom’s Upbringing (07:25) Becoming Aware of Prejudice (08:51) Tom’s Identity in His Teens (16:18) How Tom Came Out (18:31) Paul Shows Tom a Photo of Him and His Siblings (23:46) Tom’s Struggle With Eating (30:43) Tom’s Career as an Actor (34:51) Tom Appearance on The Voice (40:57) Accusations About Tom’s Voice (45:51) Cast on Celebs Go Dating (48:41) Which Celebrities Stood Out to Tom on CGD? (51:08) Paul Shows Tom a Photo of Him and Gemma Collins (53:21) Paul’s Appreciation For Tom (55:57) Tom on His Romantic Life (58:00) Tom Has Made Paul Officially ‘Naughty’ (01:01:11) Why Tom Went on I’m a Celebrity (01:02:59) What Is the Environment Really Like on I’m a Celebrity? (01:04:33) What Tom Loved Most About I’m a Celebrity (01:08:46) Who Did Tom Get on With Most on I’m a Celebrity? (01:17:06) Tom’s Final Bushtucker Trial (01:23:18) Surprise Letter From Campmate Ruby Wax (01:26:20) Tom’s Relationship With Paul’s Family (01:28:11) Tom’s Talent for Accents (01:37:26) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: iD Mobile: Ditch the texts and ‘Make it a Call’ - your voice is more powerful than you thinkhttps://www.idmobile.co.uk/make-it-a-call?affiliate=marketing%7CYouTube_Display%7CMakeItACall_Brand&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Display&utm_campaign=MakeItACall&utm_content=Brand Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jo Frost, known to millions as Supernanny, joins us for an honest conversation about modern parenting, discipline, screen time and the pressure families are carrying today. Jo reflects on why children need boundaries as much as love, why parents must take responsibility for the devices they put in their children’s hands, and how discipline can be firm without becoming fear-based. She speaks openly about timeouts, smacking, emotional safety, social media, racism, gun violence and the anxiety many parents feel trying to raise children in an increasingly complicated world. Jo also shares why the most important work starts with conversation: between parents, partners and children. We’re Talking Parenting (00:00) Intro (00:35) Paul Asks Jo Questions from the Suggestion Box (01:39) Jo's Thoughts on Navigating Screen Time with Children (05:12) The Philosophy Behind the 'Naughty Step' (09:56) Paul and Jo's Thoughts on Spanking (11:34) What Would Jo Like to Say to the Supernanny Haters? (12:53) What is the Difference Between Discipline in the UK Versus the US? (17:11) Paul and Jo Discuss the Importance of Talking with Your Partner About Parenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ArrDee reflects on the story behind Oliver Twist, Body and his rise as one of the UK’s most recognisable young rappers. He opens up about growing up in Brighton, being raised by his mum, and the complicated relationship with his father that shaped his need for attention, fame and approval. ArrDee shares how music became his way of expressing pain, why he first hid behind the “cheeky” persona, and what really happened when his career exploded during lockdown. He also speaks candidly about the darker side of early fame, from spending his first major advance to partying, addiction, ketamine, alcohol and the moments where he was trying to numb himself behind the success. ArrDee reflects on the guilt he carries around his brother’s psychosis, the pressure of being labelled an industry plant, and how becoming a father has changed the way he sees himself. From music and addiction to fame, family and fatherhood, this is ArrDee on the boy behind the bravado, and the man he is trying to become. ArrDee, We Need To Talk This conversation includes discussion of addiction and mental health. Please watch with care. Support resources are linked below: CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H MIND: https://linkly.link/2dx8b Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow ArrDee here: https://www.instagram.com/arrdeegram/ https://www.tiktok.com/@arrdeetik (00:00) Intro (03:33) How ArrDee’s Name Was Born (04:46) Growing Up in Brighton (06:12) ArrDee’s Relationship With His Mum (07:59) Growing Up Without His Father (14:52) The First Song ArrDee Wrote (17:43) The Song That Changed Everything (20:36) How ArrDee Signed His First Record Deal (26:09) What ArrDee Did With His First Record Deal Money (28:02) The Story Behind ArrDee’s Feature on “Body” (33:24) How ArrDee Wrote “Oliver Twist” (35:08) ArrDee Reads a Letter From His Mum (39:53) ID Mobile Ad (41:03) How Fame at 19 Changed ArrDee (44:57) Making “Oliver Twist” Music Video (50:34) Did ArrDee Struggle With Addiction? (52:19) ArrDee Addresses Industry Plant Accusations (54:35) Being a White Rapper in the Music Industry (01:01:58) ID Mobile Ad (01:04:26) ArrDee’s First Time Meeting His Dad (01:24:32) Why ArrDee Became an Independent Artist (01:34:09) ArrDee’s Relationship With His Brother (01:40:16) Fatherhood and Relationship With Ocean (01:46:05) Fatherhood and Sobriety (01:49:38) ArrDee Receives Letter From Ocean (01:53:31) Most Memorable Conversation (01:57:05) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: iD Mobile: Ditch the texts and ‘Make it a Call’ - your voice is more powerful than you thinkhttps://www.idmobile.co.uk/make-it-a-call?affiliate=marketing%7CYouTube_Display%7CMakeItACall_Brand&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Display&utm_campaign=MakeItACall&utm_content=Brand Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lorna Luxe opens up about the love story she shared with her late husband, John - from meeting him by chance on a night out in Brighton to marrying him just a year and a half later. Lorna reflects on their 21-year age gap, why she trusted him instantly, the childhood experiences that shaped what she needed from love, and the moment she realised this relationship felt different to anything she had known before. She speaks honestly about marriage, loyalty, emotional safety, grief, and why she would choose the same love story all over again. We're Talking: Love Stories (00:00) Intro (00:32) How Lorna and John First Met (03:02) How Their Relationship Quickly Developed (08:38) What Friends and Family Really Thought About the Relationship (10:32) The Truth About Age-Gap Relationships (12:09) Inside Lorna and John’s Marriage (16:39) The ‘Father Hunger’ Theory Explained Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Akon reflects on the life behind some of the biggest songs of the 2000s, and the choices, controversies and turning points that shaped him long before global fame. He opens up about growing up between Senegal and the US, the criminal world he entered before music, and the prison sentence that he believes saved his life. Akon shares how ‘Locked Up’ began behind bars, why music became his way out, and how he learned to turn pain, business instinct and controversy into worldwide success. The conversation also explores his views on polyamory, having multiple wives, and why he believes honesty, rules and communication are essential in that dynamic. He also reflects on his friendship with Michael Jackson, the side of him the public rarely saw, and the questions he still has about his passing. Akon looks back on the moments that made him, the mistakes that nearly ended him, and the legacy he is still trying to build. Akon, We Need To Talk Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Akon here: https://www.instagram.com/akon/ https://www.tiktok.com/@akon (00:00) Intro (01:38) Akon Addresses The Hamster Ball (06:29) Touring With Ne-Yo (07:52) Why Akon’s Audience Isn’t Who You’d Expect (15:11) Opening The Door For Artists Like Wizkid (20:15) Every Song Had To Be Ringtone Friendly (22:26) Mr Lonely Changed Everything (26:53) The Blackout That Changed Akon’s Purpose (30:53) ID Mobile Ad (33:06) Akon’s Relationship With Michael Jackson (45:20) Growing Up Between Senegal And America (48:13) Selling Stolen Cars To Fund Music Career (55:50) How Jail Changed Akon’s Life Forever (01:04:58) Huel Ad (01:06:06) What Still Pains Akon Today? (01:08:12) “I Say Ignorant Things On Purpose” (01:11:32) What Is Akon’s Real Name? (01:16:43) Akon Explains His Polyamorous Life (01:32:22) Akon Talks About His New Album (01:36:46) Most Memorable Conversation (01:42:32) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: iD Mobile: Ditch the texts and ‘Make it a Call’ - your voice is more powerful than you thinkhttps://www.idmobile.co.uk/make-it-a-call?affiliate=marketing%7CYouTube_Display%7CMakeItACall_Brand&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Display&utm_campaign=MakeItACall&utm_content=Brand Huel - http://Huel.com/WNTT with code WNTT for £10 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Mental Health Awareness Week, we speak with Charlie Mackesy about anxiety, grief, loneliness and the quiet struggles so many of us carry alone. The bestselling author of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse speaks openly about anxiety attacks, loss, vulnerability, male loneliness and why asking for help matters. In this open and honest conversation, Charlie reflects on the dark periods that shaped him, the friends he has lost, and the inner critic so many of us live with. He also shares the practical tools that helped him through anxiety, and why connection, honesty and feeling loved matter more than perfection. We're Talking Mental Health If you’re struggling, you don’t have to face it alone. We’ve included support charities below: Samaritans - call on 116 123 or visit https://g2ul0.app.link/xghDmmYV4Wb Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): https://g2ul0.app.link/npaQKXUV4Wb (00:00) Intro (00:42) Charlie Breaks Down the Darkest Period of His Life (04:36) How Paul and Charlie Actually Deal With Anxiety (12:48) Charlie’s ADHD Diagnosis and What It Changed (14:39) How Drawing Became Charlie’s Escape (16:12) Paul and Charlie on Grief and What Actually Helps (20:39) Charlie on the Loneliness Epidemic and Why It’s Growing (23:17) How to Silence Your Inner Critic and Build Gratitude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michelle Heaton reflects on the reality of 2000s fame, from competing on Popstars to forming Liberty X and stepping into a pop world that was often chaotic and intense. She opens up about what was really happening behind the headlines: the pressure to look a certain way, the shame she carried around her body, and the early patterns of addiction that followed her long before she could name them.Michelle speaks candidly about alcohol and drug addiction, hiding the truth from her husband and children, and the painful moments where part of her wanted to be caught. Michelle also reflects on the friends who tried to help, the conversation with Katie Price that helped lead her to rehab, and the impact her addiction had on her marriage, motherhood and sense of self.Michelle also shares the emotional toll of her BRCA2 diagnosis, preventative double mastectomy and early hysterectomy, and what it meant to go through menopause in her early 30s while losing her sense of identity.Now five years sober, this is a conversation about fame, shame, survival, family, recovery and learning to give yourself grace.Michelle Heaton, We Need To Talk This conversation includes discussion of suicide, addiction and eating disorders. Please watch with care. Support resources are linked below: Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z   CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H   MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b   Beat Eating Disorders https://linkly.link/2dx8y  Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Michelle here: https://www.instagram.com/wonderwomanshel/ https://www.tiktok.com/@michelleheatonofficial (00:00) Intro (01:26) What Makes Someone a Geordie? (06:28) Body Image Struggles (08:44) Being Cast on Popstars (12:53) Going Back to a Normal Job After Popstars (16:47) How Liberty X Was Formed (23:53) Hear’Say vs Liberty X (27:04) The Highs & Lows of Life in Liberty X (35:02) Paul Surprises Michelle With a Letter (37:40) ID Mobile Ad (38:53) Relationship With the Press (42:00) Relationship With Andy Scott-Lee (47:58) ID Mobile Ad (50:45) First Experiences With Substance Abuse (56:10) Addiction to Alcohol and Binge Eating (01:04:33) Impact of Hysterectomy (01:11:55) Hiding Addiction From Everyone (01:15:19) How Addiction Affected Her Marriage (01:28:53) How Michelle Eventually Went to Rehab (01:40:24) The Reality of Mastectomies & Hysterectomies (01:57:11) Surprise Message From Her Children (01:58:14) Paul Reads a Letter From Michelle’s Husband (02:01:34) Most Memorable Conversation (02:06:32) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: iD Mobile: Ditch the texts and ‘Make it a Call’ - your voice is more powerful than you think: https://www.idmobile.co.uk/make-it-a-call?affiliate=marketing%7CYouTube_Display%7CMakeItACall_Brand&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Display&utm_campaign=MakeItACall&utm_content=Brand Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AJ McLean and Cody Simpson open up about the darker side of the music industry, from exploitation and manipulation behind the scenes to the personal fallout of becoming famous too young. AJ reflects on Lou Pearlman, the betrayal at the heart of the Backstreet Boys’ rise, and what it cost the band to break free, while Cody shares how early fame, unlimited access and pressure on a young brain pushed him into a period of partying, substance abuse and psychosis. Together, their stories reveal the real cost of fame when success comes before you’re ready for it. We're Talking The Cost of Fame This conversation includes discussion of addiction and mental health. We've included support charities below: MIND: https://g2ul0.app.link/gbuRaxjM3Nb Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): https://g2ul0.app.link/npaQKXUV4Wb (00:00) Intro (00:37) Lou Perlman’s Hold on the Backstreet Boys (02:50) The Real Dynamic Between the Backstreet Boys and *NSYNC (04:45) What Is Lou Perlman’s Legacy? (09:14) Cody Reflects on the Dark Side of Fame at a Young Age (16:42) Cody Opens Up About the Darkest Period of His Pop Career Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices