Explore every episode of the podcast You About?
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| Introducing… You About? | 16 May 2025 | 00:02:33 | |
Meet Roman Kemp, the presenter once chased by paparazzi, and Tom Grennan, the popstar from humble beginnings. What happens when a self-declared “nepo baby” meets the son of a builder? They become best mates and start a podcast. Their unexpected friendship sparked in the gym - bonding over football, music, but they also connected on a deeper level. They’ve both faced personal demons and they’re not afraid to talk about it. Now, every Tuesday, join their podcast for hilarious celebrity stories, friendly banter, and honest heart-to-hearts. Plus, enjoy a bonus “About ...” episode every Friday where they dive deeper into personal tales and invite your input into the podcast. Laugh out loud on your bus ride and find a moment to reflect on your walk home with Roman and Tom’s raw, unfiltered conversation. So… you about? | |||
| First Impressions, Family Holidays & Sewage Leaks | 20 May 2025 | 00:37:50 | |
Roman Kemp is a presenter who grew up followed by paparazzi. Tom Grennan is a popstar from humble beginnings. So, what’s a self-declared ‘nepo baby’ and the son of a builder doing making a podcast together? Well, they’re actually best mates. In the first episode of You About?, Tom and Roman chat about how they met and their honest first opinions of each other. Roman talks about family holidays in the public eye, and Tom tells an unbelievable story about the time he ruined his brand new car and his white suit. Also, which pop star kicked off on Tom when he accidentally got into her taxi? And what did he think her name was? So… you about? | |||
| About... Celebrity Entourages | 23 May 2025 | 00:12:26 | |
In this week’s bonus episode, Roman Kemp fills Tom Grennan in on some surprising run-ins with his celebrity friends. From Katy Perry’s ‘ring bearer’ to getting singled out by Justin Bieber, Roman shares it all. He also confirms whether the Ariana Grande gold toilet seat rumours are true. Want more of Tom and Roman’s antics? Catch new episodes of You About? every Tuesday. Got a question or a topic you want them to dig into? Drop the boys a message at youabout@bbc.co.uk - they’ll be answering your messages and diving deeper in Friday’s bonus episodes. | |||
| Bad Tats, Zombies & Turning 30 | 27 May 2025 | 00:31:40 | |
This week, Tom’s had another mishap - this time on a bike. Roman shows off a questionable tattoo designed by Ed Sheeran, and the boys swap zombie apocalypse survival plans. They also get candid about turning 30, and with playing Radio 1's Big Weekend, Tom goes through a list of scenarios around his set. Did people turn up? Did it go down a storm? Catch up with the boys every Tuesday, and don’t miss their deeper dives in bonus episodes every Friday. | |||
| About... Going Viral | 30 May 2025 | 00:09:24 | |
Can’t wait for the next episode of You About? Well lucky for you, Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan are back with a cheeky bonus episode, all about social media. Roman rates Tom’s TikTok dancing and Tom contemplates whether a musician needs to blow up on social media to be successful nowadays. Is social media a must, or can artists still do the talking? Got a question or a topic you want them to dig into? Drop the boys a message at youabout@bbc.co.uk - they’ll be answering your messages and diving deeper in Friday’s bonus episodes. Catch the main episode of You About? every Tuesday. | |||
| Irish Bars, The Darts & Mental Health | 03 Jun 2025 | 00:30:17 | |
This week, Tom tells the messy story of how he spent all night in an Irish bar ahead of one of the biggest meetings of his life. Roman opens-up about his journey with anxiety and coming off of antidepressants. Plus, Roman is taking on Olly Murs in a very big competition. The boys will be back with more unfiltered chat next Tuesday, plus a cheeky bonus track on Friday! Warning: This episode contains discussions about depression. If you or someone you know is in need of help, you can find links to organisations who can provide help and support at www.bbc.co.uk/actionline. | |||
| About... Music Videos | 06 Jun 2025 | 00:10:26 | |
Tom Grennan has just filmed his latest music video in Paris. Roman Kemp wants to find out more about what goes into making a music video and pitches some ideas for Tom’s next one, which Roman hopes he can star in. The boys also discuss some of their favourite music videos. Join the boys every Tuesday for the full episode of You About?, and every Friday for more bonus episodes. | |||
| Agent Tom, Roman’s Tackle & The Most Famous Team Of All Time | 10 Jun 2025 | 00:27:14 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan are back with another episode of You About? This week, Roman presents Tom with a picture of him and one of this summer's biggest football targets - could Tom be the key to the biggest signing of the summer? And ahead of this weekend’s big Soccer Aid game, they talk rivalries: Tom vs Patrice Evra and Roman vs Sam Thompson. The boys share their history with injuries, including the time Tom accidentally broke his back… But it’s not stopping him learn to backflip. Plus, they start putting together the most famous football team of all time… ROM-TOM will be back with more unfiltered chat next Tuesday, plus that all important bonus-track episode on Friday! | |||
| About... Ultimate Celebrity XI | 13 Jun 2025 | 00:11:47 | |
This weekend, it’s Soccer Aid—and Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan are calling the shots! As veterans of the event, the boys are building their Ultimate Celebrity XI, but with a twist: this dream team is made up of the biggest musicians in the world! Will Beyoncé hold it down in defence or lead the line? Can Stormzy command the goal? And what happens when Noel and Liam Gallagher team up for the ultimate strike partnership? Brand new full episodes of You About? drop every Tuesday, with the Bonus Track out every Friday. Subscribe now—don’t miss the action! | |||
| Exorcising, Exercising & Wizards | 17 Jun 2025 | 00:31:27 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan are back with another episode of You About? On the latest episode of You About?, Roman and Tom swap ghost stories, Roman reveals he only watched Harry Potter for the first time recently, and Tom shares his theory on why Wizards are real. The pair also discuss why the gym is so beneficial for their mental health. And is Tom actually a nepo baby after all? All that and more on the latest episode of You About? And if that’s still not enough for you, join the boys for a bonus episode this Friday. | |||
| About... Soccer Aid Gossip | 20 Jun 2025 | 00:19:48 | |
Join Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp straight from the Soccer Aid training ground as they spill the behind-the-scenes tea before the big charity match! Expect celebrity run-ins with the likes of Sir Mo Farah, Sam Thompson, and even Diamond from Gladiators. Then, it's the morning after the match mayhem. What unexpected trait does Robbie Williams share with Tom? Which football icon roped Tom into a sing-along? And has Sam Thompson actually nicked Roman’s haircut? Want to get in on the action? Send your stories or burning questions to youabout@bbc.co.uk for a chance to be featured in upcoming bonus episodes. New full episodes drop every Tuesday, with juicy Bonus Tracks every Friday. Hit that subscribe button so you never miss a moment! | |||
| Therapy, Tom’s Dad & Tom’s Bum | 24 Jun 2025 | 00:32:29 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan are back with another episode of You About? This week on You About?, Roman and Tom get deep talking about their experiences with therapy, Tom talks about his recent bout of imposter syndrome and they swap hypnotherapy stories… And Tom’s bum pops up in the conversation. Roman has been to see Beyonce on her Cowboy Carter tour but thinks there may be some room for improvement. Tom is off to Ireland to do some ‘promo’. He has recently got his Irish passport so we put him to the test to see how Irish he actually is and who better to do that test than his very own father, Martin Grennan. Have you gotten in touch with the podcast yet? Well you should! Send the boys your stories or questions to youabout@bbc.co.uk for upcoming bonus episodes. Full episodes of You About? with Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp land every Tuesday, with the ‘Bonus Track’ out every Friday! Subscribe now so you don’t miss it. | |||
| Introducing About... You! | 27 Jun 2025 | 00:11:03 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan are back with another bonus track—and this time, it’s your turn to join in! In their very first listener Q&A episode, the boys dive into your questions! Expect laugh-out-loud moments, unexpected confessions, and answers you didn’t know you needed. Why does Roman have beef with Tapas? And what’s the deal with Tom’s favourite tune sending Roman into hysterics? You’ll have to tune in to find out. Got something you want to ask? Drop the boys a line at youabout@bbc.co.uk and you just might hear your name in the next bonus episode! New full episodes drop every Tuesday, and the ‘Bonus Track’ lands every Friday—so hit that subscribe button and be part of the madness. | |||
| World Records, Touring & The Cockney Test | 01 Jul 2025 | 00:34:52 | |
Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp are back with another episode of You About?, and it's a packed one! Roman reveals his unexpected obsession with metal music, and both he and Tom think they hold World Records – or do they? Tom opens up about the highs and lows of life on tour, from the physical and mental toll to the loneliness that often comes with life on the road. Plus, there's a surprise cameo from Roman’s dad, Martin Kemp, who puts Roman’s Cockney credentials to the ultimate test – can he prove he’s a true Londoner? Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to You About? to catch new episodes every Tuesday, with bonus content dropping every Friday. Got something to say, a question, or suggestion for the boys? Get in touch with the podcast at youabout@bbc.co.uk – we'd love to hear from you! Warning: This episode contains discussions about depression and suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know is in need of help, you can find links to organisations who can provide help and support at www.bbc.co.uk/actionline. | |||
| About… Gogglebox | 04 Jul 2025 | 00:13:23 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan have both been on the telly watching telly, but what really goes on behind the scenes of Celebrity Gogglebox? Do they have to watch hours of TV? Are they actually in their own house? Does Martin Kemp let the crew use his loo? The boys reveal all in this week’s bonus episode! Plus, watching sex scenes with your dad, starring your dad – awkward! Want to get in touch with the boys? Send your questions and opinions to youabout@bbc.co.uk Full episodes of You About? with Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp land every Tuesday, with the ‘Bonus Track’ out every Friday. Subscribe now so you don’t miss it. | |||
| Celeb Feuds & Being Good Dudes | 08 Jul 2025 | 00:37:22 | |
This week on You About?... Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp open up about what it means to be a good person, and one of the boys has found themselves in the firing line of Alan Sugar AND the Beyhive. Roman is bricking it about playing darts at Hyde Park – will he beat Olly Murs? Will he be paired up with Luke Littler or Michael Van Gerwen? But most importantly, what will his walk on song be? Tom’s admiration of comedians inspires the pair to plan a prank on Romesh Ranganathan – but will he fall for it? Plus, Roman’s got some terrible dad jokes, but some very impressive impressions. Loving the podcast? Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back answering your questions in this Friday’s bonus episode. Got a question of your own? Send them in to youabout@bbc.co.uk and they might be read out on the podcast. Or send us a voicenote to 08000 223 123. | |||
| About You... Time Travel | 11 Jul 2025 | 00:11:02 | |
Ever wondered where you'd go if you had a time machine? This week on You About?, listener Jane puts Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp on the spot. Roman’s picks might be just what you'd expect… but Tom throws a curveball! From dinosaurs to dodgy Roman toilets, it’s a whirlwind ride through time with laughs along the way. Love the show? Hit subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back Tuesday with the full-length pod. Got a question of your own? Email youabout@bbc.co.uk or drop a voice note via WhatsApp on 08000 223 123. You could feature on the next episode! | |||
| School Days, Puberty & Jamie Oliver's Dinners | 15 Jul 2025 | 00:29:07 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan take a trip down memory lane as they compare their school experiences - Roman’s private school days vs. Tom’s time in the infamous “naughty class” at his state school. Despite their different backgrounds, the boys discover they had more in common than they thought: school bus antics, chewing gum mishaps, super glue disasters, and the unexpected impact of Jamie Oliver’s school dinners. This week’s "Big Question"? Puberty - awkward, unforgettable, and totally relatable. Plus, we hear from their mates who spill the tea on what Roman and Tom were really like at school. And good news - Roman and Tom are back this Friday with a bonus episode answering a listener’s question: What’s the weirdest place you’ve ever been recognised? Got a burning question or a funny story? Email youabout@bbc.co.uk or send a voice note to 08000 223 123 - you might just hear yourself on the podcast! | |||
| About You... Being Spotted | 18 Jul 2025 | 00:12:51 | |
This week, You About? listener Amy puts Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp on the spot with her question: What’s the most unexpected place you’ve ever been recognised? Plus, they take a punt at the going rate for signed Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp pictures. Is it worth more than they think - or less? Tune in to find out! Subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. New full-length episodes drop every Tuesday! Got a burning question or a funny story to share? Email youabout@bbc.co.uk or send a voice note to the boys 08000 22 31 23 - you could be featured on the show! | |||
| Safaris With George Michael & Living Forever | 22 Jul 2025 | 00:35:36 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan catch up on everything from darts and dad jokes to the possibilities of living forever. Fresh from their appearance on Romesh Ranganathan’s BBC Radio 2 show, the boys recount whether they managed to convince Romesh that Tom’s got the chops for stand-up - or totally bottled it. Roman spills the behind-the-scenes drama from the Hyde Park Darts Championship, where he teamed up with Luke “The Nuke” Littler to play in front of thousands. Meanwhile, Tom drops a Big Question that takes things deep: what if science cracked immortality? Would you live forever? This week's Calendar Swap gets nostalgic, sparking a conversation about childhood holidays. While Tom was camping in the countryside, Roman was going on safari with George Michael. But does it really matter where you go, as long as you’re making memories with loved ones? Got a burning question for the boys? Email youabout@bbc.co.uk or send a voice note to 08000 22 31 23 and you might get featured. Don’t forget to hit subscribe - bonus episode dropping this Friday! | |||
| About You... Last Meals | 25 Jul 2025 | 00:14:27 | |
Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp answer a listener’s question about travelling for work - is it really as glamorous as it seems? Listener Simon wants to know what the boys’ death row meal would be, and Roman makes the shocking discovery that Tom has never tried a doner kebab! Plus, the boys give a few shoutouts to fans of the podcast. Do you have a question you’d love to ask Tom and Ro? Email youabout@bbc.co.uk or send a WhatsApp voice note to the boys on 08000 22 31 23. Loving the podcast? Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back on Tuesday with a brand-new, full-length episode. | |||
| Swearing, Coping With Pressure & The Wheel | 29 Jul 2025 | 00:30:28 | |
Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp dive into the topic of swearing - how it plays out around parents, their personal favourites, and the kind of language rules they might set for their own kids one day. They also open up about dealing with stress, sharing how they manage pressure in their careers and personal lives, and what helps them switch off when things get overwhelming. Roman reveals he’s gearing up for another appearance on Michael McIntyre’s The Wheel, and Tom’s full of questions about how the show works. Plus, the boys imagine what their subject would be if they ever went on the show as a duo. Got something you want to ask Roman & Tom? Send them a voice note to 08000 22 31 23. Subscribe to You About? on BBC Sounds and catch a bonus episode this Friday. | |||
| About You... Tattoos | 01 Aug 2025 | 00:12:13 | |
In this week’s bonus track, Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp dive into your questions and this time, it’s all about tattoos. With wild group ink stories, Roman reveals how one tattoo left him permanently marked with a number "1" and Tom shares the tale of a mate tattooing "#1MORE" on his leg. Listener Luisa asks about the mystery symbol once tattooed on Tom’s neck… and the truth behind its vanishing act is unbelievable! Got a burning question for Tom and Ro? Send them a voice note to 08000 22 31 23 or drop them an email at youabout@bbc.co.uk - your question could be featured next! Loving the podcast? Subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back Tuesday with a brand-new, full-length episiode! | |||
| Paul Mescal, Aliens and Meaningful Connections | 05 Aug 2025 | 00:36:12 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan catch up on everything from darts and dad jokes to the possibilities of living forever. Fresh from their appearance on Romesh Ranganathan’s BBC Radio 2 show, the boys recount whether they managed to convince Romesh that Tom’s got the chops for stand-up - or totally bottled it. Roman spills the behind-the-scenes drama from the Hyde Park Darts Championship, where he teamed up with Luke “The Nuke” Littler to play in front of thousands. Meanwhile, Tom drops a Big Question that takes things deep: what if science cracked immortality? Would you live forever? This week's Calendar Swap gets nostalgic, sparking a conversation about childhood holidays. While Tom was camping in the countryside, Roman was going on safari with George Michael. But does it really matter where you go, as long as you’re making memories with loved ones? Got a burning question for the boys? Email youabout@bbc.co.uk or send a voice note to 08000 22 31 23 and you might get featured. Don’t forget to hit subscribe - bonus episode dropping this Friday! | |||
| About You… We Hear You! | 08 Aug 2025 | 00:11:13 | |
Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp answer your questions on our bonus episode of You About?… About, You! And now we can finally hear you! We’ve gone international - we have our first voicenote in and it’s from the US of A! Rebecca has emailed in to find out whether Tom and Roman would prefer to only listen to music from the past or from the future. And listener Tiani wants some advice from the boys on which hair colour to go for next, which sets the boys up to reminisce about their best and worst hair styles. Do you have a question you’d love to ask Tom and Ro? You can email the boys: youabout@bbc.co.uk and they would love to have more of your voicenotes, send your questions or stories to 08000 22 31 23. Loving the podcast? Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back on Tuesday with a brand new, full length episode. | |||
| Tom’s New Album, Definitions of Success and The One Show | 12 Aug 2025 | 00:29:12 | |
Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp are back with another banger! Tom breaks down the process of making a new album in the most candid and unique way possible - by chatting about it with one of his best mates! We find out what his new album is all about. How much studio time goes into it. How he wrote 80 potential songs for this album. And how his grandad’s illness helped him create one of his most emotional songs yet. For today’s Big Question - the boys dig into their definitions of success. Work life balance, creating a family and what makes them feel proud. Also! The stars have aligned and finally, this Thursday, the boys are both going to be on The One Show on the same night. Roman gives us some behind the scenes insight from the show, gets Tom’s input for the interview questions and prepares Tom to see him in ‘professional mode’. Got a question for the boys? Or a story you’d like to share? Email youabout@bbc.co.uk or send a voicenote to 08000 22 31 23. Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? and join them again this Friday for a bonus episode. | |||
| About You… ADHD and Footballing Icons | 15 Aug 2025 | 00:09:46 | |
Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp answer your questions on our bonus episode of You About?… About, You! Kelsey from Scotland has been in touch, she’s a reader for students taking their exams - she loved hearing Tom talking about not being embarrassed about having a reader at school. She asks if Tom thinks his ADHD helps with his creativeness. Laura has also been in touch - as a fellow Coventry City fan, she’d like to know who the boy’s footballing icons are… and they might not be the players you’d expect! Do you have a question you’d love to ask Tom and Ro? You can email the boys youabout@bbc.co.uk and they would love to have more of your voicenotes, send your questions or stories to 08000 22 31 23. Loving the podcast? Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back on Tuesday with a brand new, full length episode. | |||
| Body Image, Job Interviews and Farmer Tom | 19 Aug 2025 | 00:42:33 | |
This episode of the podcast discusses body image and weight loss. If you or someone you know is in need of help, you can find links to organisations who can provide help and support at www.bbc.co.uk/actionline. Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp are back and this week the boys are discussing body image. They open up to each other about the insecurities they feel about the way they look, and discuss the pressures to look a certain way that can be felt by people in the public eye. And Tom shares with Roman about his body dysmorphia, therapy and how much of his time is taken up worrying about how he looks. They also chat about job interviews and first jobs. We discover that Roman had a stint as a model! And that Tom has had the most eclectic range of jobs - he was a farmer (helped a pig give birth, as you do!), he also worked in Topman, Costa, on a building site, washing pots and… at a Bridge Club!? And Roman might finally ask Tom what it’s like in rehearsals… Got a question for the boys? Or a story you’d like to share? Email youabout@bbc.co.uk or send a voicenote to 08000 22 31 23. Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? and join them again this Friday for a bonus episode. Details of organisations in the UK offering information and support with some of the issues raised are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline | |||
| About You... Changing The World | 22 Aug 2025 | 00:08:34 | |
Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp answer your questions on our bonus episode of You About?… About You! What a range of questions they are this week! Melissa has gotten in touch, she’s a big fan of Tom’s and would like to know if he has any pre-show rituals. And Emma must be a fan of The Big Question because she’d like to know if the boys could change one thing about the world what would it be? Your emails are flooding in but don’t forget that we would love your voice notes too. Do you have a question you’d love to ask Tom and Roman? Or a story relating to the podcast you’d like to tell? Send your voice notes to 08000 22 31 23 - and as always you can email the boys youabout@bbc.co.uk Do you love the podcast? Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back on Tuesday with a brand new, full length episode. | |||
| About You … Cast Our Biopic | 29 Aug 2025 | 00:08:26 | |
Who would play Tom and Roman in a movie about their lives? Elsa in Scotland puts the question to them and Tom delivers the most “Tom” answer ever, while Roman wonders if the world’s favourite child star could really step into his shoes… If, like Elsa, you've got a question from Tom & Roman, you can email the boys youabout@bbc.co.uk and they would love to have more of your voicenotes, send your questions or stories to 08000 22 31 23. Loving the podcast? Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back on Tuesday with a brand new, full length episode. | |||
| New Studio, Number One Album & Noises Next Door | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:34:51 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan kick off this week by christening their new podcasting home (not like that) and exchanging house warming gifts! Is Roman really about to open the universe’s first zero-gravity carpark? Tom's back at No.1 following a string of successful album signings - the perfect opportunity to remind the nation about the time Roman's book signing went horribly wrong! Also, hear the perfectly honest explanation as to why Roman was staring SO intensely at Tom on The One Show. Plus, Tom and Roman discuss making a movie about their lives and, more importantly, which bits they'd leave out! Turns out, booking a hotel room next door to your parents isn't always conducive to a good night's sleep. Got a question for the boys? Or a story you’d like to share? Email youabout@bbc.co.uk or send a voice note to 08000 22 31 23. Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? and join them again this Friday for a bonus episode. | |||
| Tom’s BIG Announcement! | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:30:56 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan are back, and Tom’s got the biggest news of all… He’s just become a dad! He reveals his baby girl’s name and talks about what it’s like to feel alone as a new dad. The boys also welcome in the “ber months” (all will be explained) and consider whether winter secretly beats summer. In this week’s Big Question, Tom decides he’d like to become a Pokemon card collector and Roman reveals which part of Tom’s life he’d most like for himself. Spoiler alert, it’s not his collection of tight t-shirts. Plus, talk turns festive as the boys compare Christmas calendars, and Tom shares the most peculiar Christmas light switch on story ever! We love your messages! You can email the boys youabout@bbc.co.uk and they would love to have more of your voicenotes, send your questions or stories to 08000 22 31 23. Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. | |||
| About You… Divorce Decision | 05 Sep 2025 | 00:11:06 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan hear from an anonymous listener (she’s a massive fan of Tom) but her husband? He snapped a smug selfie with the man himself and used it to wind her up. Is that grounds for divorce? The boys weigh in. Plus, Tom opens up about a childhood moment so cringey it could’ve been ripped from a Bond film, except it happened in primary school and still haunts him to this day! Got a story for the boys to make them laugh, cringe, squirm? They would love to have more of your voicenotes! Send them to 08000 22 31 23 or you can email the boys youabout@bbc.co.uk Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back on Tuesday with a brand new, full length episode. | |||
| Bowling, Tom's Tour & Oxbridge Tests | 09 Sep 2025 | 00:34:09 | |
Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp wonder what could be done with the rapidly increasing funds in their swear jar. Turns out, Roman considers himself quite the accomplished bowler, and Tom reveals that he enjoys some of the peculiar fashion items involved with the sport! Things get philosophical as Roman puts Tom’s Oxbridge University knowledge to the test, and there’s some questionable advice for the scientists working the re-population of wooly mammoths! Plus, Tom’s on tour! But what does that really involve? Roman digs deep into the detail and finds out if he has any weird and wonderful backstage requests! They would love to have more of your voicenotes, send your questions or stories to 08000 22 31 23 or email the boys youabout@bbc.co.uk. Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back on Friday with a bonus episode! | |||
| About You... Lunch Boxes | 12 Sep 2025 | 00:13:56 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan hear from listener Michelle, who’s keen to lift the lid on the boys’ perfect packed lunches! Turns out Tom was more of a school dinners guy, but that didn’t stop him picking some weird and wonderful treats for a school trip! Plus, Roman gets freaked out by Tom’s weird choice of soft drink and the lads discuss which side of the country can hold the beer the best! Roman & Tom would love to have more of your voicenotes, send your questions or stories to 08000 22 31 23. If you’ve got something to share, you can email the boys youabout@bbc.co.uk. Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back on Tuesday with a brand new, full length episode. | |||
| Autumn's Coming & Pigeons Are Watching | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:30:36 | |
This episode does reference mental health and suicide. If now is not the right time to listen, switch off and come back when you’re ready. Help is available. Visit bbc.co.uk/actionline. Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp play a game of Autumn Bingo, but there’s not a blotter in sight! Instead, it’s mystery coffee, acorn kicking and a very un-successful game of conkers! Roman also reveals that he turned down £1000 to do something incredibly normal and Tom’s inspired by pigeons to write a new song! Plus, the boys talk about their match day experiences and Roman discusses a new Premier League project that he’s involved with. Roman & Tom would love to have more of your voicenotes - send your questions or stories to 08000 22 31 23. You can email the boys youabout@bbc.co.uk. Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back on Friday with a bonus episode! | |||
| About… Roman Doing Race Across The World! | 19 Sep 2025 | 00:10:43 | |
Tom Grennan and Roman Kemp hear from Carol who wants to know if the boys would ever do a reality show together! Turns out, they’ve already had an offer from a very unsuspecting friend, and Tom reveals which of the reality shows he’d most like to take part in! Plus, what happens when you send Roman Kemp around the world with his sister? Funny you should ask, the boys get into it as Roman discusses his big announcement for the very first time! If you’ve got something to share, you can email the boys youabout@bbc.co.uk and they would love to have more of your voicenotes, send your questions or stories to 08000 22 31 23. Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back on Tuesday with a brand new, full length episode. | |||
| Tom Dials In From Tour With Some Stories To Tell… | 23 Sep 2025 | 00:29:36 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan return for another week of chaos, and where better to start than with Tom’s Men’s Health cover shoot? Roman’s got questions about the spray tan (or lack of), and Tom has some thoughts on his nostrils... Tom discusses going viral for the first time, even if it was thanks to the worst golf shot in the history of the sport! We’re afraid ice cream vans were harmed in the making of this episode. The boys also share the three things they’d each change about the world, but please don’t expect deep-thinking and philosophical revelations... Turns out Roman’s simply got an issue with tables. And finally, Tom relives the moment he fell over on stage in front of a packed crowd! Roman & Tom would love to hear more of your voice notes - send your questions or stories to 08000 22 31 23 or email the boys at youabout@bbc.co.uk. Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back on Friday with a bonus drop! | |||
| About You... Proposals At Tom's Concert | 26 Sep 2025 | 00:07:48 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan hear from the man who decided to pop the question during one of Tom’s gigs! If you’re planning a Grennan-themed proposal, this one’s for you! Ray also sends in a Christmas-themed question (too early?) for the boys to debate, and Roman has plenty to say about Tom’s taste in music. Spoiler: he thinks it’s way too basic. Got a question or story for Roman & Tom? Send a voice note to 08000 22 31 23 or email youabout@bbc.co.uk. Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss a Friday bonus episode! | |||
| Tom's Guide To University! | 30 Sep 2025 | 00:34:20 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan are back, but this week, Tom’s on tour and checking in all the way from Sweden! Of course, Roman had to send him a Swedish food hamper so he could live like a local… Spoiler alert: he mainly hated it. To celebrate freshers week, Roman digs up some hilarious flashbacks to Tom’s uni days as part of Tom Grennan’s Ultimate Guide to Starting Uni. Expect questionable cooking and a surprise cameo from Tom’s old lecturers! Meanwhile, while Tom’s been touring Europe, Roman has been living it up at Fashion Week, and doesn’t mind giving us the goss! Roman & Tom would love to hear your voicenotes! Send your questions or stories to 08000 22 31 23 or email the boys at youabout@bbc.co.uk. Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back on Friday with a bonus! | |||
| About You… Tom on Strictly! | 03 Oct 2025 | 00:12:16 | |
It’s bonus episode time and Tom Grennan is missing his partner-in-crime, Roman Kemp, while he’s out on tour! The boys get into the big (bonus) questions, like which of the UK’s biggest reality shows would Tom be most likely to do? He’s got a surprising answer and Roman’s got ideas of his own… We also finally discover what Roman actually smells like, and Tom explains why the idea of going to space completely terrifies him. Of course, it wouldn’t be a bonus ep without the swear jar teetering on the edge of bursting, but will it survive this week? Send your voicenotes, questions or stories to 08000 22 31 23 or email the boys at youabout@bbc.co.uk. Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode! | |||
| Sam Thompson Sits In! | 07 Oct 2025 | 00:36:39 | |
Sam Thompson’s lost his voice (but not his energy) and this week he’s sitting in for Tom Grennan! Despite always considering Roman his arch nemesis, Sam quickly finds out that Roman has never understood that beef! The boys play a one-off game of Catch-up Roulette, where Sam confesses the last time he cried and Roman reveals which celebrity he’d most like to transform into. Plus, find out why you should never sit next to Roman on a bus! This week’s Big Question is all about bromance, Roman gets full access to Sam’s phone calendar and the boys decide what they’ll call their future kids! Roman & Tom would love to hear your voice notes! Send your questions or stories to 08000 22 31 23 or email the boys at youabout@bbc.co.uk. Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode. The boys are back on Friday with a bonus! | |||
| About You… Sam Thompson! | 10 Oct 2025 | 00:10:58 | |
Sam Thompson’s back in for Tom Grennan! Roman gets a brand new perspective on things as he puts your questions from previous bonus episodes to Sam… And the answers do not disappoint! Sam reveals his incredible bougie death row meal, opens up about his struggles sliding into DMs and, after hearing his go-to opening line, Roman’s not surprised he’s struggling to get replies! Send your voicenotes, questions or stories to 08000 22 31 23 or email the boys at youabout@bbc.co.uk. Don’t forget to subscribe to You About? so you never miss an episode! | |||
| Tom Is BACK! | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:37:20 | |
Tom’s finally back from tour (for real this time), and it was a wild ride getting home! We hear all about his dreadful journey and Roman reveals what happened when his dad met a chainsaw! You might think that Roman had it worse than Tom when he was in Australia, but perhaps not... The boys compare life on tour to life in the jungle, reflect on missing family while working away, and of course, get chatting about Celebrity Traitors! Send your voicenotes and stories to 08000 22 31 23 or youabout@bbc.co.uk - and don’t forget to subscribe, because the boys are back on Friday with a brand-new bonus episode! | |||
| Tom’s Post-show Routine! | 24 Oct 2025 | 00:08:01 | |
Ever wondered what happens the moment Tom Grennan walks off stage? In this episode, Tom tells Roman exactly how he deals with the post-show adrenaline, and how hard it is to actually switch off before getting some sleep. Plus, Roman uncovers Tom’s unexpected connection to Dua Lipa (it’s weird, it’s shaving-related, and Tom had no idea). Send your voicenotes and stories to 08000 22 31 23 or youabout@bbc.co.uk and the boys are back next Tuesday with a brand-new episode! | |||
| Trick Or Truth: Halloween Parties, Ouija Boards & Tom’s Dad Gets A Shock… | 28 Oct 2025 | 00:39:15 | |
It’s Tom & Roman’s Halloween Special and the boys couldn’t be more divided on the spookiest celebration of the year! Tom admits the real reason he’s scared of being scared, Roman reveals what really happens at Jonathan Ross’ star-studded Halloween party, and we learn some shocking facts about the boys as they play a round of Trick or Truth! In this week’s Big Question, Tom’s unique grasp of history leaves Roman howling for all the wrong reasons... As always, Tom & Roman would love to hear from you! Send your voicenotes and stories to 08000 22 31 23 or youabout@bbc.co.uk! Warning: This episode contains discussion of Halloween and the occult. | |||
| About Tom’s First Time (It Didn’t Go Well) | 31 Oct 2025 | 00:05:47 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan are back with another bonus episode and this week, they’re getting uncomfortably honest! The boys discuss their own biopics, revealing which parts of their lives they’d most like included. From Tom’s formative intimate experiences to Roman’s story he vowed never to tell! Things take a turn when they’re asked to reveal which of each other’s habits are the most annoying… And the answers are brutal! Send your voicenotes and stories to 08000 22 31 23 or youabout@bbc.co.uk - the boys could feature you in next week’s episode! | |||
| Roman’s Catherine Wheel & Tom’s Big Reveal! | 04 Nov 2025 | 00:24:36 | |
Roman Kemp and Tom Grennan are lighting the fuse on another explosive episode as they talk all things fireworks! Roman shares how his accident-prone dad found himself in a dangerous showdown with a Catherine wheel, while Tom admits he’s never been a big fan of Bonfire Night! Sparks fly when the boys are tasked with confessing their true thoughts about each other… From Roman’s gripes about Tom’s appearance to Tom’s shocking fashion advice for Roman, it’s one fiery exchange after another! In this week’s Big Question, the boys open up about trolling, online hate, and how they really deal with it. Plus, Tom drops a huge personal revelation about a big change he’s making in his life. Send your voice notes and stories to 08000 22 31 23 or youabout@bbc.co.uk! Warning: This episode contains discussions around alcohol and adult themes. If you or someone you know is in need of help, you can find links to organisations who can provide help and support at www.bbc.co.uk/actionline. | |||
| Roman and Martin Kemp on Fatherhood and Preparing for I’m A Celeb | 12 Nov 2025 | 00:38:46 | |
Tom’s away on tour, so Roman is joined by his dad, Martin Kemp, just days after he was announced as one of this year’s I’m A Celebrity campmates! With Roman’s Race Across the World debut also fresh on our screens, they talk about everything from tackling challenges on camera to how they really feel about being apart while they’re each on the other side of the world. Things get emotional as Martin opens up about fatherhood, family, and what he’s most proud of, while Roman reflects on how their relationship has shaped the man he’s become. Plus, exciting news! You About episodes will now land every Wednesday, and we’ll be including your voice notes in the main show! So, send us your Big Question! Voicenote Tom & Roman on 08000 22 31 23. | |||
| Roman Kemp and Italian Bach Talk Aliens, Space and Leona Lewis Fandom | 19 Nov 2025 | 00:35:26 | |
With Tom still away on tour, Roman’s called in some cosmic backup in the form of content king, Italian Bach! In this episode, Bach demonstrates his special skill, inspired by his childhood obsession with werewolves, and Roman reveals what it’s like to shake hands with Hollywood royalty - something that doesn’t always go to plan! Roman’s thrilled when Bach brings him a mysterious gift based on his favourite person ever, but it’s safe to say it's not quite what he expected... Plus, there’s food talk, some astrological antics and a look at Bach’s chaotic calendar, which happens to align perfectly with the universe! Voicenote your stories and Big Questions to 08000 22 31 23. | |||