Guess Who's Coming To Dinner? – Details, episodes & analysis

“Get rid of Mary. She’s got to go back upstairs to heaven. Floatin’ around. She won’t be offended. She’ll be tired!”

Getting the nod for the pod this week is superstar comedian Lou Sanders, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a unique conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests.

Taskmaster champion, Dancing on Ice legend and all-round one-off, Lou Sanders hands out the place cards to 5 fantasy guests who she cant dine without – and what an idiosyncratic bunch they are!

From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make her table? And will she allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? You’ll have to listen to find out!

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“I had Mick Jagger to my left, Harrison Ford to my right, and Mike Nichols opposite me…I really was just starting out in life and I couldn’t believe it!”

Step into the studio with “Bliss Bonnet” and National Treasure Stephen Fry as he joins host Tim Lihoreau for an unforgettable conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests.

The man who was ‘born to be Wilde’ brings his razor sharp wit, intellectual charm and luminous eloquence with him to chat about…he career as actor, comedian, writer, and broadcaster. Stephen’s guest list is superbly curated to surprise, delight, and inspire in equal measure.

From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the cut? And will he choose the wildcard “Gate-crasher?” You’ll have to listen to find out!

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Get ready for the ultimate fantasy dinner party podcast, hosted by Classic FM’s Tim Lihoreau!

Each week, Tim invites a new VIP guest to curate their dream guest list, from cultural icons like Stephen Fry and Sir Tony Robinson to comedic favorites like Jonathan Ross and Lou Sanders. Together, they create the dinner party of a lifetime, with five fantasy guests—living or dead, real or fictional, controversial or beloved.

Here’s the twist: Tim gets to add a wildcard ‘Gatecrasher’ to shake things up! If the guest wants them to stay, they’ll have to kick someone off their list. Who will make the cut, and who will be booted from the party?

Tune in for surprising stories, hilarious pairings, and the thrill of discovering who gets a seat at the table. Imagine Einstein next to Rick Stein, Jessica Rabbit beside Bunny Hedaya, or da Vinci mingling with Leonardo DiCaprio. Every episode is a fresh and unexpected feast!

Starting on the 26th November 2024 join Tim each week for “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?” and find out who makes the ultimate guest list!

"The good thing is you can chat and bitch about them on a podcast!”

Beloved by his fellow comedians (“A hilarious natural funny storyteller” * “One of the best comedians in the country!” **) the VIP this week is Ray Bradshaw on "Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?" Ray reveals his five amazing guests who have been granted a spot around his fantasy dinner party - and it’s a unique line-up. Tim Lihoreau discusses who’s invited, who’s sitting where, who’s real and who’s not. Along the way, they talk ‘Posh Partick’, being a CODA comedian, how to cater a children's birthday party and even whether toenails are on the menu.

From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial— who will receive an invite? And will James accept The Gatecrasher, chosen by Tim? You’ll have to listen to find out!

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(* Frankie Boyle ** John Bishop)

‘John Major saved my life!”

A radio and podcast legend is in the 'hot table’ this week: James O’Brien is the VIP on "Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?’.

James unveils his five fave guests who have passed muster for inclusion in his fantasy dinner party - and we can safely say you might be surprised at who gets the nod. Tim Lihoreau discusses who’s invited, who’s sitting where and the whys and wherefores of the stellar line-up. Along the way, they talk writers, they talk weddings, they even talk gaming.

From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial— who will receive an invite? And will James accept The Gatecrasher, chosen by Tim? You’ll have to listen to find out!

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“Patsy and Edina…they made me gay!"

Having a blast on the cast this week is RuPaul legend, Celeb SAS veteran and unique drag queen Bimini Bon Boulash, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a full and frank conversation about their five fantasy dinner party guests.

The musician and icon chooses who they would want at their FANTASY dinner party — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial. Who will make the dinner table? Will they keep the wildcard “Gate-crasher”? And WHAT…is the dress code? You’ll have to listen to find out!

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"Harry went feral! We all watched it!"

Writer, media personality and former Royal butler, Paul Burrell joins host Tim Lihoreau for a fascinating conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests.

Paul talks about his extraordinary relationship with the late Queen Elizabeth the Second while handing out the place cards to 5 fantasy guests who he would love to have around the table. And just how many of them…are Royal?

 From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will receive an invite? And will he allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? You’ll have to listen to find out! 

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“I’m very sassy when I’m tired”

Having a blast on the cast this week is jazz singer and all-round diva legend, Ann Hampton Callaway, joining host Tim Lihoreau to riff the conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests.

The singer, songwriter and actor talks musical heroines, drama influences and what’s in Barbra Streisand’s basement! 

Her guests range from iconic to even more iconic— living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make her dinner table? And will she keep the wildcard “Gate-crasher” ? You’ll have to listen to find out!

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“I want Zeus out! He’s been doing my head in since he walked in!”

It’s a FIRST for the Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? podcast. Tim Lihoreau has not one but TWO guests choosing their fantasy dinner guests. Legendary stand-up comedians and writers, Adam Riches and John Kearns are Tim Lihoreau’s VIPs, this week, sharing an anarchic hour of podcast pleasure.

How will they decide on their guest list? Will they agree? Along the way we find out about John and Adam’s mythical singing prowess, their heroes and their vague infatuation with Martin Lewis, Money Saving Expert.

The fantasy guests can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial - but will they welcome the gatecrasher when comes knocking? You’ll have to listen to find out!

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“You look like you’re carrying around a DEAD GOOSE!”

Bewitching Tim Lihoreau in the pod studio this week is actor and musician Joey Batey, joining for a beguiling conversation about his ideal fantasy dinner party guests.

The star of the hit series The Witcher talks about his music, his writing and of course his acting; and his guests are all chosen with a very particular theme in mind. 

Prepare yourself for a heart-warming roll call of fabulous names — they can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial. Plus, will he welcome the gatecrasher that Tim has chosen for him? You’ll have to listen to find out!

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