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Tuesday, March 31, 2026 • Duration 01:45

Sort Your Life Out's resident tidying expert Dilly Carter introduces her new podcast where she helps celebrity guests to unbox their treasures. Coming to iPlayer and BBC Sounds from 7 April, 2026.

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Kerry Katona: Bras and Business

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 • Duration 24:31

Popstar and showbiz royalty Kerry Katona reveals what it’s like living as a blended family, how she’s finally learnt that she’s enough and gives us a glimpse into her OnlyFans career.

Kerry brings in three items from home for Dilly to unpack. They chat about how bras paid for her children's education, why Kerry still wears her nan’s nightie and how she refuses to organise her life digitally. Having lived in over 300 places, Kerry tells Dilly how she’s finally ready to choose calm over chaos and make a house feel like a home.

Dilly is adamant that renting shouldn’t stop you from staying organised - but can she convince Kerry to declutter those overflowing drawers?

Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is the podcast hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out.

Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Daniel King Line Producer: Philippa Pettett Production Co-ordinator: Berniee Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Brookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan

An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

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Phil Wang: The Taskmaster Jumpsuit

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 • Duration 27:35

Dilly Carter is joined by comedian Phil Wang, who reveals why he’s accidentally running a toilet roll warehouse, and he realises the surprising similarities between his childhood home in Borneo and where he lives now in south-east London.

Phil brings three items from home for Dilly to unpack on the podcast... One is surprising, one is sentimental and one is truly iconic. They reveal how Phil lives and even what’s lurking under his bed. Plus, there are lots of tips from Phil and Dilly on dishwasher stacking, wardrobe organisation and why they’ve both painted their hallway one particular colour. Dilly is intent on getting Phil to sort out his bulk-buying subscriptions, but can she convince him that no one needs that much of one particular product?

Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is a new podcast hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out.

Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Daniel King Line Producer: Philippa Pettett Production Co-ordinator: Berniee Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Broookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan

An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

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Christine McGuinness: 40 White T-Shirts

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 • Duration 27:29

Dilly Carter is joined by Christine McGuinness, who brings three seemingly simple items – but as Dilly unpacks them, each reveals a deeper story.

A white T-shirt uncovers her collection of 40 and the comfort she finds in them following her autism diagnosis, offering a sense of certainty on overwhelming days. Her wedding rings, removed after her divorce from Paddy McGuinness, open up a candid conversation about change, family life and still living together. And a bag for life becomes a touching link to her childhood and sense of home – the one thing she admits she can’t stop collecting, despite being otherwise impeccably organised!

Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is a new podcast hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out.

Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Katie Baxter and Sebastien Rabas Line Producer: Philippa Pettett Production Co-ordinator: Berniee Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Brookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan

An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

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Janette Manrara: The Banana

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 • Duration 32:37

Dilly Carter is joined by Janette Manrara, who brings three surprising items from her home: a banana, a pair of sparkly dance shoes and a treasured pendant from her great-grandmother.

Dilly can’t help but be bemused as Janette explains her love of adding bananas to everything – even spaghetti bolognese. The dance shoes twirl the conversation into her Cuban roots, her leap from a finance career into the world of dance and the joys of following your passion. Finally, the pendant uncovers tender family memories and practical tips for caring for cherished jewellery. Full of humour, heart, and handy tips, Janette proves that even ordinary items can hold extraordinary stories.

Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is a new podcast hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out.

Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Daniel King Line Producer: Philippa Pettett Production Co-ordinator: Berniee Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Brookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan

An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

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Elizabeth Day: The Cigarette Case

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 • Duration 26:58

In this episode of Sort Your Life Out Unpacked, organisational expert Dilly Carter is joined by the ‘queen of podcasting’, Elizabeth Day. Elizabeth brings three meaningful items for Dilly to unpack – literally and figuratively. Each one reveals a story from her life, from cherished childhood memories she still carries with her to the beautiful love story of her grandparents.

Elizabeth opens up about rebuilding a home after divorce, her relationship with partner Justin and whether she colour-codes her bookshelves. Things take an emotional turn when Dilly reflects on what Elizabeth’s words and books have meant to her personally. Elizabeth rates her organisation a confident 9.5/10 – but what will Dilly discover inside the boxes?

Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is a podcast hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out.

Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Daniel King Line Producer: Philippa Pettett Production Co-ordinator: Berniee Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Brookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan

An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

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Eddie Kadi: The Football Icon

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 • Duration 28:28

In this episode, Dilly Carter is joined by comedian and I’m A Celeb star, Eddie Kadi.

Eddie brings three treasured items from home for Dilly to unpack – literally and figuratively. From them, we discover who Eddie most wants to make proud, what turning 40 meant to him and his family, and which collection of items he hopes his children will take on Antiques Road show (and why Dilly disagrees!).

You’ll also find out… how an event that Eddie almost didn’t attend led to a hugely meaningful moment, why having nothing in the jungle was so special to him, and where – very specifically – he would ban Dilly from in his house.

His love of football has led Eddie to have some very special memorabilia – but can Dilly convince him that they deserve better than where they’re currently stored?!

Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is the podcast hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out.

Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Daniel King Line Producer: Philippa Pettett Production Co-ordinator: Berniee Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Broookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan

An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

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Charli Howard: The Body Double

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 • Duration 27:31

How a haunted flat turned into a candle obsession, how we can better celebrate the female form and how you can give any collectors’ item a bit more love. In this episode, Dilly Carter is joined by model, author and activist Charli Howard.

Charli brings three beloved items from home for to Dilly unpack – literally and figuratively. They each have a unique angle on Charli’s life, from buying items as an adult that she lusted over as a teenager, to revealing a ghost story you won’t forget. We also hear how Charli changed not just her own career, but was a big part of a movement that changed modelling for good.

Information and support for some of the issues covered in our programmes can be found at bbc.co.uk/actionline

Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is the podcast hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out.

Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Sebastien Rabas Line Producer: Philippa Pettett Production Co-ordinator: Berniee Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Broookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan

An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

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Tyler West: 40 Torches and a Handball

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 • Duration 28:33

On this episode, Dilly Carter is joined by broadcaster and presenter Tyler West. He opens up about living with his partner, fellow Strictly and Race Across the World star Molly Rainford, the quirky routines that keep their household ticking, and the iconic way he takes the bins out.

Tyler brings three items from home for Dilly to unpack – a portal into his Team GB sporting career, a beautiful gift from his mum which takes pride of place at home with Molly and the real key to his heart (his torches).

Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is the podcast hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out.

Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Sebestien Rebas Line Producer: Philippa Pettett Production Co-ordinator: Berniee Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Brookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan

An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

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Lorraine Kelly: The Egg Cup

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 • Duration 26:33

Dilly Carter is joined by joined by broadcasting legend Lorraine Kelly.

Lorraine brings three special items for Dilly to unpack – each revealing a story from her life, from the teacup that marks the very start of her career to memories of her love of travel.

She also shares the joys of being a proud grandmum and reveals an unexpected passion: she’s a huge Star Trek fan. Along the way, the pair chat about Lorraine’s fridge covered in travel magnets – much to Dilly’s horror – and share a laugh about that relatable habit of cleaning before the cleaners arrive. Lorraine admits organisation isn’t exactly her strong suit… but what will Dilly discover inside the boxes?

Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is a new podcast hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out.

Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Daniel King Line Producer: Philippa Pettett Production Co-ordinator: Bernelyse Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Brookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan

An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

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