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With Christmas well and truly on the way, we jumped at the chance to revisit a classic Christmas conversation from the WWQT archive - so sit back, pop open some mince pies and let's dive in!

Today we look back at a chat with the legendary cast of Grange Hill, aka Lee MacDonald, Alison Bettles, Mark Baxter and Linda Magistris. They reminisce about their time on the legendary TV show, discuss what life became after the final school bell rang, from navigating fame to forging new careers - all with some festive cheer sprinkled in. Enjoy!

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Joining us today is a British pop culture icon whose extraordinary career spans four decades, twenty Top 40 hits, and over 20 million record sales worldwide. As one of the biggest-selling female artists of the 80s and an award-winning horticulturist, she makes the transition between the worlds of music and gardening seem effortless: it’s the legendary Kim Wilde!

In this episode, Kim takes us through her incredible journey—from a shy girl raised in a musical household to a teen being catapulted to global fame with Kids in America, a song that changed everything for her and her family. Here, she reflects on the wild ride of her music career and reveals how stepping away from the spotlight and into gardening in her 30s gave her life a new sense of purpose.

Kim also opens up about balancing fame with family, how she surprised herself with a return to music, and why her new album coming this January feels like a celebration of everything she’s learned along the way. Whether it’s on stage or in the garden, Kim’s story is a masterclass in reinvention, resilience, and staying true to yourself.

Kim’s brand new album, Closer, arrives on 31st January 2025—available to stream or download wherever you get your music.

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Today, we're diving into some of the most unforgettable confessions and astonishing revelations we’ve heard on the show.

Join us for a wild hen night story from the Duchess of York, where she and the late Princess Diana found themselves in quite the predicament. We also revisit Ade Edmondson’s candid reflection on his complex relationship with his father, a dynamic that profoundly shaped his own approach to parenting. And, of course, we can’t forget Bez, who shares his most outrageous moment at Glastonbury – a tale that’s guaranteed to leave you astonished!

For more laughs, gasps, and heartfelt moments, listen to the full episodes here: Duchess of York, Ade Edmondson, and Bez!

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We've made it! The end of another year. And what a year it's been, as we've enjoyed the company of some truly special guests over the last year. So we thought for this bonus episode of Something from the Cellar, we'd pull together some of our favourite moments from the last year.

There's plenty of laughs to be had, as comedian and podcaster Fay Ripley talks about how she ended up buying Gwyneth Paltrow's vagina-scented candle (yep!), while Craig Doyle reveals his very special talent to do with Ducks. There's also room for some heartfelt moments, as comedian and TV host Adam Hills works out what he'd do with his daughter if he were to have one last hour on Earth.

You can listen back to these episodes in full right here: Fay Ripley, Craig Doyle and Adam Hills.

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Merry Christmas! We hope you've been having a lovely festive break with friends and loved ones. But, if you do need to escape from the madness for half an hour or so, we've got you covered.

On today's dive into the WWQT cellar, we've pulled up some of our favourite festive clips from years gone by. And, boy, are there some Christmas crackers in here; including chats about masterful singing exploits from the likes of Luke Evans and Michael Ball & Alfie Boe, as well as who would be seated at Matt Goss' dream Christmas dinner table.

You can listen back to these episodes in full right here: Luke Evans, Matt Goss, Michael Ball & Alfie Boe, and Aled Jones.

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Today’s guest is a music legend with six UK number ones and 50 million records sold around the world. His band was arguably the biggest name in music during the 1970s. But he’s known most of all for two words he screams every year: “IT”S CHRISTMAS!”

Slade frontman Noddy Holder joins Kate for a Christmas tipple and a chat about his remarkable career. From starting out in the pubs when he was barely a teenager to selling out the biggest stages around the world, he’s done it all with a cheeky glint in his eye. Stay tuned for some truly outrageous tales featuring the likes of Diana Ross, Muhammad Ali and John Lennon!

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Currently, the coveted Christmas no.1 spot is held by legendary duo Wham! thirty years after ‘Last Christmas’ was released. So we thought it no better time to celebrate one half of the era-defining double act: George Michael.

These are some of our favourite George Michael stories we’ve heard on the show, including how Aled Jones ended playing rounders with him while at Bob Geldof’s wedding - scarcely believable. Elsewhere, Martin and Shirlie Kemp reminisce about how George ended up joining them on their first date and TV stalwarts Richard and Judy look back on how he ended up at theirs for Sunday lunch!

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Joining us this week is the nation’s favourite and most trusted gardener, with a 20-year career as a celebrated television host and author – it’s the delightful Monty Don!

Ahead of the release of his new book, ‘The Gardening Book’ - which caters to both green-fingered enthusiasts and those new to the world of gardening - he joins us to share the fascinating journey of how he became one of the biggest names in gardening. This takes us from his childhood, where he flunked out of school, to courting his now-wife during university (proving that playing the long game can work), to losing everything after the collapse of his jewellery business, and finally, starting life anew in the world of gardening and on the small screen.

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It’s been twenty years since Michelle McManus’ cracking voice - and healthy dose of Scottish charm - won the second series of Pop Idol. To mark such a milestone, Kate sat down with her old friend to look back over it all.

From having to contend with the horrific misogyny that ended up stalling what she hoped would be a long music career, to winning the hearts of millions through sold out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe and stints on BBC Scotland, Michelle has seen it all. We chat about her incredible journey, reconnecting with the likes of Robbie Williams decades on, and how she’s maintained a sense of perspective regardless of what life’s thrown at her.

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It’s a slightly different affair today, as Kate heads to Chelsea’s hottest new pub to speak to its owner - who also happens to head up his own restaurant empire, have an honorary doctorate in philosophy and was recently on holiday with Kate. It’s legendary chef, Tom Kerridge!

Before a (delicious) lunch at The Butcher’s Tap & Grill, Kate chats with Tom about how vital pubs are in sustaining a sense of community around the country and the challenges he relishes in running his own restaurant empire. Plus, they run through the soundtrack of Tom’s life - Oasis aplenty - and discuss his journey as a father.

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