Get ready to Live, Laugh and Luke away with Luke Hamnett and his mum Jan, as they share stories, secrets and get into your confessions! The first episode is coming very soon, so make sure you’re following wherever you’re reading this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we'll introduce you to the wonderful Luke and Jan Hamnett. A mother - son duo, whose relationship is relatable in so many ways, and very unexpected in others! Join them in this first episode, where you'll hear some of their most ridiculous stories (G string who?) and some wild candid confessions (IYKYK). With even more to come… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to Live, Laugh, Luke! Last week was fun, wasn’t it?!  On this episode, to celebrate all things Pride month, Luke shares his coming out story publicly for the first time - and all of the highs and lows that came with that. Luke talks about how he *had* to come out as gay. He chats to Jan about dealing with family expectations (after dancing out of the womb!), open homophobia and dating in the gay world (feat. straight men). So prepare yourself for a gorgeous and powerful chat between Luke and Jan (aka Anne Robinson), as well as all of the LOLs you expect from everyone’s favourite Mother Son duo.  As always, don’t forget to follow wherever you’re listening so you get the next episode straight away, and make sure you’re following the podcast on socials @livelaughlukepod for all the extra bits!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of Live, Laugh, Luke, Luke and Jan remember some special memories of Nan - including that time she farted in a Charity Shop and blamed Luke.  Luke shares a story about an unfortunate moment that ended up with a soiled bathmat, and Jan calls Luke…. Daddy. We’ll just leave that one there for you. Oh, and more of you have sent in some of your confessions, including getting the ultimate revenge on an ex… with his uncle.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the podcast, Luke is joined as always by the Queen of Stoke-On-Trent herself, Janet Hamnett, who may or may not have been born during the war ;) Luke and Jan chat about the pressures to get married and to have a family once you hit your thirties, and Jan reminisces about getting married at 25. She also tells luke about her love for the Fifty Shades books and her, erm, passions as a young adult. And if you thought that wasn’t too much of an overshare to have with your mother, Luke gets to explain to Jan what Grindr is. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Luke and Jan are fresh from a star studded party, where Luke fulfilled a childhood dream of hanging out with a Spice Girl, and Jan made things awkward with the queen of clean, Stacey Solomon. Plus Luke explains to Jan what an ick is, and they get into everything that makes them heave, from bad breath to backpacks. Oh and if you’ve ever had a fake tan disaster, this one’s for you, as Luke and Jan reminisce about his love for a deep mahogany back in the day(!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode of the pod, Luke puts Jan's 2025 vocabulary to the test to see if she's joined us in the modern era (what *IS* serving face, and does it involve a sex position?!), and Luke tells us about the things that REALLY annoy him... it's a fairly extensive list! And there's also some chat about the Queen of Queens, Luke's lovely Nan and Jan's mum, who we all love! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan’s pulled a sicky, but thankfully Luke’s pal and reality royalty Charlotte Crosby is on hand, and drops in during the tour for her new book, ‘Lucky Break’, which she tells us all about, and Luke performs an erotic reading(!) There’s some maybe unexpected discussion about what Charlotte got up to watching 'i, Robot’ when she was younger, and a debate on how long a quickie really should be. 1.5 minutes anyone?! Plus Charlotte chats about being famous, and answers your questions on how to get into TV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode, Queen Jan is back to debrief on another week in her life with Luke. And while Luke is preparing for an honour in Stoke, Jan is being sent d*ck pics(!) Don’t worry though, that’s probably the worst part of Jan’s new found fame, as there’s no real trolls lurking in the Hamnett inboxes - we love to see it! In other news, everyone knows that the Heartbeat theme tune means it’s time for Sunday night bath and bed. Oh and also, Jan hates cats. You’re welcome. x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luke is joined by the amazing presenter and actor Stacey Dooley, and let’s just say this chat is BROAD! They cover off gentle parenting (is that a real thing?!), right through to meeting Lily Phillips, and Stacey’s appearance in the terrifying play 2:22 A Ghost Story, having erm, relations with a ghost and why you should not mess with the occult! They also chat about Stacey’s authenticity and how that’s the key to her continued success. And Luke and Stacey have *allegedly* met before, but if you didn’t remember it, did it even happen?! We’ll let you decide… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This weeks episode welcomes Jan back to her rightful place as Queen of the podcast, and the conversation does NOT disappoint. Luke has the privilege of explaining OnlyFans to his mum, while Jan wraps her head around the idea of people paying for feet pics (spoiler alert: it’s not for her!) Plus we get really intimate when we find out just what Luke searches on the internet(!) And Luke receives a funny gift and what a gift it is! We’ll leave that one as a surprise for you… enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re into September, and that means only one thing… it’s back to school! Luke and Jan reminisce about their school days - someone’s a skiver and someone’s a cheater - but who is who?! We’ll give you a clue - the cheater still ended up getting an E grade, proof that cheaters NEVER prosper.Plus Luke talks about his iconic glasses as a kid, and how he beat the school bullies in the end because, well, LOOK AT HIM NOW... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luke is joined by actor Danny Miller, who you might know as the unlucky in love Aaron Dingle in Emmerdale. Luke and Danny chat about Emmerdale’s LGBTQIA+ storylines, and how Danny’s character broke the mould as their first gay character. Plus they chat about the iconic Cilla Black and Hollywood royalty Bette Midler, lads holidays to Faliraki, *and* there’s an official warning for Danny from a soap prank call. And the podcast sees its first kiss - I wonder who that might be between….!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's episode, Luke and Jan weigh up the pros and cons of whether of not Luke should get a ‘fur baby’. There’s also a strange visit to a psychic, and a chat about why so many of us hold onto sentimental items forever.... Never forget though, whatever happens, Jan absolutely cannot keep a secret - but don’t put that on Facebook, please! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you ever messaged an A-Lister? Don’t worry, you’re not alone; Luke has a (secret!) love for Cameron Diaz, and he’s been sliding into the DMs, but has he ever had a reply!? Plus Jan shares her memories about Princess Diana, and how the nation mourned when she died. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s episode, Luke and Jan get chatting about weddings and all of the important stuff; should you pay for plus ones you’ve never met at your wedding? Can you get away with wearing white as a guest? And should the first dance be WAP?! In an age where weddings are getting more expensive and extravagant than ever, Jan shares her wedding budget and the menu she opted for back in the day! What is fan of melon, because it is giving luxury! And will Luke be getting married next year?! You’ll have to listen to find out… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luke and Jan are having a week off the pod, but don’t worry - there’s a LLL surprise coming this week! Listen to find out more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 From the Live, Laugh, Luke vaults is a very special extra episode of the podcast: it’s the very first one! Recorded last year, Jan and Luke get into Luke’s trip to Vegas to see Adele, and Jan’s flat tyre :( Peaks and troughs, eh?!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Peaty, OBE, is today’s guest on Live, Laugh, Luke. He chats to Luke about his upcoming nuptials (Luke is swinging for an invite), his incredible career as an Olympic swimmer, his motivations and how faith has become an important part of his life. And they also play a game of Beat the Peaty - where Luke and Adam go head to head in a (not quite Olympic) challenge. And apologies for lowering the tone over your breakfast, but you will hear stories about the unusual places Luke and Adam have done a number 2 :( Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s guest is actual pop icon Claire Richards from Steps! But it wasn’t always about Steps - did you know Claire was in another band?! No, us either, but she tells all to Luke in this episode of Live, Laugh, Luke. Plus they get into why Claire can’t swear, and talking about her mouth (IYKYK) P.S. This episode contains a drunken confession from Claire - but you’re going to have to watch to find out what! P.P.S... 🎄✨ LIVE LAUGH LUKE: CHRISTMAS SPECIAL — ONE NIGHT ONLY! ✨🎄 Alright team… it’s happening. We’re taking Live Laugh Luke off the airwaves and onto the actual stage for a big, fat, jolly CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA. One night only. No replays. No do-overs. Just pure festive chaos. Think: Christmas jumpers. Tinsel. Big baubles. Questionable singing. And me, Luke Hamnett, trying to keep it together while special guests cause seasonal mayhem. We’ll be unwrapping the best (and worst) parts of the holidays, roasting chestnuts and each other, and maybe—just maybe—getting a bit sentimental. So grab your mates, your nan, and your best elf hat, because this is not your average carol service. Grab your tickets here: https://www.aegpresents.co.uk/event/live-laugh-luke/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the podcast, we catch up with what’s been going on in the world of Luke and Jan; there’s been an interview with Sophie Ellis-Bextor, and a trip to see Simply Red! Luke has been humbled by a fan asking for a photo of his mum, but he has also been awarded with a mural in Stoke. Peaks and troughs, hey?! Jan is thrilled to have hit 90k followers on Instagram, and to celebrate has been Christmas shopping already?! It’s October hun! Speaking of which, there’s talk of a Hamnett Christmas getaway - will everyone survive unscathed? Stay tuned to find out… Oh, and P.S... 🎄✨ LIVE LAUGH LUKE: CHRISTMAS SPECIAL — ONE NIGHT ONLY! ✨🎄 Alright team… it’s happening. We’re taking Live Laugh Luke off the airwaves and onto the actual stage for a big, fat, jolly CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA. One night only. No replays. No do-overs. Just pure festive chaos. Think: Christmas jumpers. Tinsel. Big baubles. Questionable singing. And me, Luke Hamnett, trying to keep it together while special guests cause seasonal mayhem. We’ll be unwrapping the best (and worst) parts of the holidays, roasting chestnuts and each other, and maybe—just maybe—getting a bit sentimental. So grab your mates, your nan, and your best elf hat, because this is not your average carol service. Grab your tickets here: ⁠https://www.aegpresents.co.uk/event/live-laugh-luke/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luke is joined by the fabulous Megan McKenna to Live, Laugh and Luke away this episode. They chat about her journey through the industry, from her reality TV beginnings, to becoming a chart-topping country singer and her passion for making food content online. Megans shares more about her journey through motherhood, and how she loves being a wife, and of course that chat about *that* iconic fringe moment (iykyk!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the podcast, Jan returns to the sofa (with her dancing shoes on?), Luke’s had a BIG birthday celebration and there’s games and laughs aplenty. Luke is feeling the nerves ahead of the big Live, Laugh, Luke LIVE show in December - but he’ll be alright on the night… right? Jan breaks the difficult news to Luke that he’s never been the most gifted at singing, but Luke is having none of it - and his mates Leigh Ann Pinnock and Sam Ryder have got his back. And are your 30s the BEST decade? Luke is about to find out and can’t wait for more adulting. Plus, there’s a new step-daddy in town and our guessing game is divided as ever… give us a twirl Jan! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Live Laugh Luke welcomes Coronation Street’s iconic Brooke Vincent to the podcast! She talks to Luke about her incredible Corrie history, including having the first lesbian relationship on the soap! Luke asks her the BIG question everyone wants to know - will we ever see Brooke return to Weatherfield, with the highly anticipated CorrieDale crossover around the corner? As well as laughs there are also tears as Brooke and Luke get deep in conversation about grief. AND get your skates on as they talk all things Dancing On Ice and hear about what’s next for our Brooke. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s officially party season! The Hamnetts are back and are building up to December and everything that comes with it!  The cat’s out the bag as Jan reveals her PET hate - friends bringing their furry felines over. Meanwhile, there’s drama at a spa during a special weekend away and a wild confession about waking up in a neighbour’s house (HOW?!) Plus Luke and Jan talk gay awakenings, big emotions and flirty looks. It’s enough to make you blush! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luke and Jan get into it about Christmas again - is it okay to play festive music before December? And if you’re wondering what makes an acceptable gift for your loved ones, don’t fear, Jan and Luke have you covered…. (or do they?!) Plus Jan tells us all about Ann Summers parties, and Luke fills us in on the Wicked: For Good premiere! Oh, and there’s another visit to a psychic… but did it go better than last time?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the podcast, it’s time to get personal with questions for Luke and Jan - and ANYTHING GOES. Luke has made headway with his never-ending mission to get a Spice Girl on the pod and Jan has some solid suggestions on how to seal the deal - just Say You’ll Be There, one of you girls! Jan is thinking of launching her own podcast - the people demand it! - while Luke gives the lowdown on how he deals with trolls and negativity online. And are threesomes EVER a good idea? Luke and Jan weigh in with their opinions. Plus, there’s family drama - does Luke’s dad think Jan’s a pessimist? Will Luke’s partner ever come on the pod? All will be revealed - you’ll Wannabe listening to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have Noah Beck and Siena Agudong on the podcast this week and we are talking all things Sidelines 1 and 2. Noah and Siena find out if Mingetown is a real place in the UK and the world crashes when Siena admits she has never had a Nandos.   Luke and Jan debrief the live show and are we going to 2 shows a week? Watch until the end to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hamnett’s are getting all the feels for Christmas because this episode comes complete with festive hats! There’s a Christmas Quiz and a debate on whether Elf on the Shelf should be stopped… controversial?! Jan and Luke are in their wellness era - they’ve been to a relaxing soundbath (Jan had a cheeky nap, ofc) and they’ve had a bit of Reiki, but did they see the colours?! Also, do we think it’s about time Jan wrote a tell all about her life? (errr… YES) Watch out Gossip Girl, Jan’s coming for you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TV presenter, Therapist and dating agent on Celebs Go Dating, Anna Williamson joins Luke for this episode of LLL, and they are getting deep… They talk toxic exes, grief, and get into why Luke can’t cry - no but seriously, why?! Plus Anna and Luke talk about working in the entertainment industry; how to take rejection, why it’s so important to stay true to yourself, and how to switch up your mindset to help take on those no’s a bit better. And of course, Anna is touching Luke’s (tombola of) balls, and giving her expert therapist advice on all of your confessions and problems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luke and Jan are Living, Laughing and Luke-ing into 2026… or are they as it sounds like Jan might have plans to go rogue to do her own podcast… This episode features a look back at all of the incredible things the Hamnett’s have achieved in 2025, but as well as the peaks, there have been some pits as well. But did Luke and Jan do everything they wanted this year, and what does next year bring? Also Luke and Jan say a big thank you to all of the incredible guests on the podcast this year, and of course to you for listening! Thank you for being with us, and we’ll see you next year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Live, Laugh, Luke is back for 2026! And Luke and Jan are catching up after a well-earned break! After the Hamnett’s Christmas in Wales, Luke headed to Mexico for some relaxation and a bit of Coco Bongo, too... And in New Year’s news, there are some juicy confessions, and ICYMI Luke was on the New Year special episode of The Weakest Link! Oh and P.S. we missed off the MOST important bit, Jan’s got a new bed! Alert the press! Speaking of the papers... they called Luke a moron (LOL) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Queen of the North Lisa Riley joins Live, Laugh, Luke! She recaps her time in the I’m A Celeb jungle; conquering fears and making new friends (apparently Ruby Wax is a psychic - who knew?!) They also chat about her incredible 30 years in Emmerdale, the iconic Dingle family, and how people *still* call her Mandy in the street. Luke and Lisa get deep; talking about grief, sobriety, public perceptions, and staying sane in the industry. And not forgetting the huge revelation that Lisa loves an intimate wipe….! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s catch up with Luke and Jan, we get the Hamnett family POV on the Beckham drama, Jan fancies herself in the I’m A Celeb jungle, and Luke’s been home every week in Stoke! Luke educates Jan on new ways to date in 2026, and Jan shares why you should never ever have an argument in bed, but why she’s been working on her twerking…! (Luke is not impressed, although his Dad is LOL) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The iconic Natalie Cassidy joins Luke for this episode of LLL! She chats about her incredible career in Eastenders, as well as some of her biggest storylines. Plus she gives Luke the scoop on some of the amazing advice she’s been given from legends like Barbara Windsor. Plus they chat about grief, life outside of work, and why you must never ask Sonia to get her trumpet out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luke and Jan catch up after a busy time; Luke’s had some amazing guests on the pod lately, and Jan’s bringing back the paper to-do list! Apparently 2016 is back, everyone’s been posting photos on socials from 10 years ago… are we loving the trend or are we swerving it? And Luke and Jan talk proposals - are you saying yes to a powerpoint proposal?! Also - OnlyFarts… whaaaat?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Writer and Broadcaster Ashley James joins Luke for today’s episode of LLL, and they really deep with the conversation - from Trans rights to reality TV, Ashley for Prime Minister! She talks about her new Sunday Times Best Seller book ‘Bimbo’, and what inspired her to write it. And of course, she and Luke re-visit some Made In Chelsea moments, and talk about Big Brother. Plus, Ashley confesses her sin to Luke, which involves an unfortunate incident on a sofa… we’ll leave you to guess until you’ve heard it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a mega catch up with Luke and Jan this week, because Luke’s been having some adventures Stateside, while Jan has been making coin on Vinted! In fact, she’s such a business mogul now that the beginning of this episode is interrupted by Jan taking a call. We apologise for the interruption. Luke tells Jan about his amazing time at the Super Bowl and Bad Bunny’s performance, as well as the most expensive round of drinks ever, and the first world problem of connecting flights (never again!) It also might be time to call Childline, because Jan has changed around Luke’s childhood bedroom (except Luke is in his thirties and has his own house). And Jan turns savage in a game of two truths and a lie.. *makes note to never play drinking games with Jan* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Iconic Dani Harmer aka Tracy Beaker is on the pod this week! She tells Luke what she's been up to post Beaker life, including her own family, panto, and more Tracy Beaker…. but would she ever kill her off if she had the chance?! Plus Luke and Dani talk about the most famous person they’ve ever met. And everyone has a celeb enemy, even if it’s just secretly in their head... Dani is only human - so who is hers?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Presenter, podcaster and all round babe Chloe Burrows is the guest on this week’s LLL!  She tells Luke about how she’s completely loved up (but how maybe her bf won’t be on Mastermind anytime soon LOL), her near death experience in the Maldives, and they get into Chloe’s thoughts on the latest series of Love Island All Stars. Would Chloe go back on Love Island if things didn’t work out with her beau? No, she’s not a nice enough person! (her words, not ours!)  There’s a game of 'Getting To Know Chlo', where literal pints of wine are drunk - some people might say they are getting blotto?!  Oh, and it’s WILD confession time, as Luke went to the funeral of his primary school bully... (!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week Jan's had an absolutely blazing row with Alexa, and shows her jealous side when asked if she’d be up for being in an open relationship (spoiler alert: it’s a no from Jan) And her arm is still in pain, but don’t worry because Luke is already planning putting her in assisted living. Of course, it’s not LLL without a highly produced game of intense skill, and today’s proves the Hamnett's are more alike than they think! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the pod, Jan and Luke debrief on their trip to Paris - ooh la la! Luke nearly got cancelled on Instagram after spitting out a snail (no judgement here, it’s defo an acquired taste), and Jan had her eulogy picture taken - always good to be prepared, hey?! Oh and there’s the small matter of Jan visiting a sex club. And should films and TV shows be remade or should we stick with the OG's? If there was a new version of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Jan would NOT be happy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan joins Luke this week for what is an absolute rollercoaster of an episode! They talk about buffet etiquette, would you rather be the first one in the queue, or are you going hungry after everyone else has fingered it…? Which one are you?! We won’t judge - just kidding, ofc we will! Jan shares a very special story about having sex in a car while being watched by a ghost… sure. Luke and his pals have taken friendship to a whole new level other love, and have all seen each others bits, meanwhile Jan has seen the same one for 40 years! Also, we find out who has been telling Luke that he's too mean to Jan - don’t worry though… Jan gives as good as she gets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luke is joined by the gorgeous Tomlinson Twins; Phoebe and Daisy for this episode of Live, Laugh, Luke! It’s a real family affair on this pod, as they chat about Phoebe becoming a mum, and how Daisy loves to be a cool auntie. They tell Luke all about growing up with a world famous older brother, being thrown into fame themselves at such a young age, and why being at school with 1D fans was sometimes a nightmare! Plus they talk about handling grief in the public eye, bullying, and dealing with hate comments. And they tell all on what they think about Zara (Louis’ gf, not the shop). And there’s nearly a fall out in a game of Tomlinson Twin Telepathy Time. Do they leave as besties?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s ep, Luke considers ADHD meds, Jan has lost her handbag in Llandudno, and Auntie Donna gets an absolute roasting. Jan and Luke also discuss the importance to screening after Jan’s recent visit to the Breast Clinic. Boobs, balls, bums - in fact if any part of your body doesn’t feel right, go and get it checked! And always go to your appointments - it’s not embarrassing, Drs and Nurses see it every day! Jan’s waiting on her results, and we promise to keep you posted x There’s also a nice game of naming celebs via the alphabet, and we hear about some of the Hamnett’s favourites including Zafron, William Shitner and… Percy Pig (NOT a celebrity - M&S don’t come for us) And have you ever drank your own wee? Nope, but Jan has drunk someone else’s before - LAD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Luke and Jan donned their glad rags and hit the red carpet for the premiere of The Devil Wears Prada 2! Rubbing shoulders with the stars… Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci and… Richard Arnold off of morning telly! Luke has become an M&S Ambassador, and Jan’s not messing about, she’s absolutely READY to go to town on that discount! Jan has also had her results back from her breast screening appointment, and they talk through the update and what it means going forward. And of course, there are some spicy confessions - is it a kiss pink or a p*ss kink?! Either way, Jan delves into some of her own kinks, Luke’s nan once peed into her own hands (we won’t ask more questions on that) and also what the neighbours get up to behind the closed doors of their bedrooms… or should we say living rooms?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luke is joined by all round babe presenter Harriet Rose for this episode of Live, Laugh, LUKE (it’s still called that, honest) She tells Luke about her Goldsmiths degree in Lesbianism, and why she thinks her bestie Jade Thirwall is a terrible presenter(!!) They talk about what’s going down in the group chat, in Luke’s friendship group it’s their bumholes, apparently. There’s no need for a GP in 2026 when you’ve got a WhatsApp group. And what have you lot getting up to on your homophobic uncle’s headstone….?! There are some SPICY confessions in this ep! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sound the alarm because on this episode of LLL, Luke is joined in the studio by an ACTUAL Sugaababe - it’s Keisha Buchanan! She tells Luke the harrowing story of when she was kidnapped as a child, and Luke experienced something similar when he got stuck in a lift in Tenerife. She also talks about being in school while working full time with the band, the various lineups on the Sugababes, getting kicked out and then the fight to get the name back for the original line up with Siobhan and Mutya. Plus Keisha gives us all some very important insight to what happens when you need a wee onstage, and answers very important questions like: What would you do if you were locked out the house and needed a poo? Would you wipe your bum with a cereal box out of the recycling, or drag your bum across the lawn like a dog? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s guest is the incredible mental health campaigner and London Marathon legend, Ben West. A little heads up from us that this episode includes discussion around mental health and suicide. Ben tells Luke about how losing his 15 year old brother when he took his own life, became the catalyst for his campaign work around mental health, giving what he describes as a joyful end to a horribly tragic story. He talks about Reasons To Stay - a website where anyone can write a letter to someone considering suicide - that has become an invaluable resource for so many people. But it’s not come without its challenges! Alongside bereavement, Ben has handled early setbacks at Downing Street, and falling over at Mile 2 of the marathon :( Luke and Ben compare notes after going viral online; Ben deletes Instagram when it all gets a bit much and Channing Tatum and Jennifer Aniston are in the DMs after he cried to 60 million people, meanwhile Luke’s first thought is that he might look ugly. Plus - Ben tells Luke why you should never EVER tell a cabbie that you’re a mental health campaigner! If you've been affected by any of the issues discussed, you can find support: At reasonstostay.org, by texting SHOUT to 85258 or calling Samaritans on 116 123. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a lovely catch up for Jan and Luke this week - and hasn’t Jan been busy?! This week, she has done a horrible fart in a lift, been to the dentist, and ridden all of the rollercoasters at Alton Towers… although she maybe could have done with taking some spare pants with her(!) Luke has a rant about the trains, and has a thoughtful and insightful voice note from a women’s health coach with some brilliant advice about ADHD management. And question: do we need to make IBS lanyards a thing?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices