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I’m Jamie Laing and this is Great Company – a weekly podcast full of inspiring conversations about resilience, joy and self-improvement. Each week I sit down with fascinating guests from entertainment, business and psychology to share the stories that help us learn, grow and feel more connected.
New episodes every Wednesday.
A JamPot Productions Original Podcast
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- 183 - ROB BECKETT: I’m a Chinese Takeaway & a Pint - If You Don’t Like It, Don’t Come Again
Rob Beckett burst onto the comedy scene 15 years ago. Since then, he’s become one of the UK’s most successful and popular comedians - from his sell-out stand up tours to his hit podcast Parenting Hell, Rob & Romesh Vs and now, Celebrity Traitors.
I'd been trying to get Rob on the show for years, so finally sitting down with him for a proper laugh was a real pinch-me moment.
Behind the jokes is a comedian who's found his voice, stopped worrying about what other people think, and uses it to give us all a bit of light relief from the doom and gloom in the world.
In this conversation, Rob shares:
Being told he was stupid by a teacher and how it stayed with him How he found his voice as a comedian The moment on Rob vs Romesh he realised he was burnt out How having kids holds a mirror up to your own childhood A surprise message from his wife, LouThis conversation is a reminder that the best version of yourself is usually the one where you stop trying to be anything else.
Rob Beckett is Great Company.
Watch the brand new series of Tempting Fortune on All 4 HERE
Rob & Romesh Vs series nine airs on Sky this Autumn
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke & Aminah Brunt
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
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Tue, 22 Sep 2026 - 1h 07min - 182 - TRINNY WOODALL: I Wish I Knew THIS in My Twenties | GREAT MOMENTS
Trinny Woodall is a noughties TV icon turned beauty mogul. From revamping the nation's wardrobe on What Not to Wear to building her own beauty empire, Trinny London,she’s become a household name.
But long before the TV shows and beauty business, Trinny was working on a trading floor, where she quickly learned that to be taken seriously, she had to play a part.
In this Great Moment, Trinny opens up about pretending to be a man to succeed in that world, and the one piece of advice she wishes she could give her 20 year old self.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Sun, 20 Sep 2026 - 13min - 181 - GEORGE CLARKE: Friends From Work, Being an Introvert & Why his Mum is his Hero
George Clarke is one of the biggest British social media stars of his generation, followed by millions of people online.
He’s gone from posting funny videos in his university bedroom to making regular Sidemen appearances and reaching the Strictly Come Dancing final last year.
George’s rise happened faster than he ever expected. What surprised me most, though, was discovering that behind the funny videos is a self-confessed introvert who’s had to learn to live his life in the public eye.
In our conversation, George shares:
Growing up as an introvert but always wanting to be a YouTuber His Mum’s health struggles & why she’s his heroHis thoughts on KSI leaving the Sidemen Why him and his friends started Friends From WorkGeorge was one of the nicest, funniest people I've had the pleasure of sitting down with, and I can't wait to see what he does next.
George Clarke is Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Shot on Sony Cinema Line cameras FX6, FX2 with Sony G-Master lenses 16-35GM, 24-70GM
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Tue, 15 Sep 2026 - 180 - LL COOL J: How I Became The Role Model I Never Had | GREAT MOMENTS
If you want to talk about legends, look no further than the one and only LL Cool J.
As one of the first rappers to reach commercial success, LL Cool J paved the way for the next generation, inspiring huge artists like Eminem and Fat Joe.
But his journey to success was far from easy. In this Great Moment, LL Cool J shares why he believes making music was his calling and the importance of creating the role models he never had when he was younger.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
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Sun, 13 Sep 2026 - 12min - 179 - DR FEDERICA AMATI: How Weight Loss Drugs Can Rewire Your Brain
Dr Federica Amati is the Head Nutritionist at ZOE and author of The Appetite Reset, https://amzn.eu/d/0iodLEof. She first came on the show back in 2024 and she completely blew my mind.
Now she's back…And this time, she's tackling weight loss drugs.
What started as a prescription treatment for diabetes has become a global cultural phenomenon, with millions now taking GLP-1s to lose weight.
Dr Federica reveals that people can eat up to 40% less food while taking these drugs, causing significant changes to their bodies. She also explains how they can rewire our brains, as well as the short and long term effects of taking them.
In this episode, she shares:
How weight loss drugs really affect our bodies and minds The connection between GLP-1s and addiction How ‘skinny jabs’ are changing our supermarket shelvesWhy young women may face unique long-term risks from GLP-1sThis is a fascinating conversation about medication that’s changing the way we think about our health, our bodies, and our relationship with food.
Dr Federica Amati is Great Company.
You can buy Dr Federica’s latest book, The Appetite Reset HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Magda Cassidy
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
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Tue, 08 Sep 2026 - 1h 20min - 178 - ROCHELLE HUMES: My Mum is the Reason I’m Fearless | GREAT MOMENTS
This week, I’m revisiting my conversation with the singer, presenter and all-round grafter, Rochelle Humes.
From S Club Juniors and The Saturdays to launching her hugely successful family brand, My Little Coco, Rochelle has never been afraid to try something new.
Rochelle puts her fearlessness down to one person - her mum.
In this Great Moment, Rochelle shares what her mum has taught her about hard work, self confidence, and never being afraid to ask for what YOU want.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Sun, 06 Sep 2026 - 14min - 177 - MICHAEL OWEN: The Price I Paid for Being England’s Golden Boy
Michael Owen is one of England’s greatest strikers and football’s original Golden Boy. He signed for Liverpool at just 17, became England's youngest World Cup goalscorer and won the prestigious Ballon d'Or aged 21.
But injuries changed everything.
At the top of his game, and far too early into his career, Michael’s body let him down. He moved from club to club, determined to keep playing the sport he loved, before eventually retiring in 2013.
In our conversation, Michael opens up about the highs, the low and how his family has kept him grounded throughout it all. He shares:
What it was like being England’s Golden BoyHow it felt when his body betrayed him aged 21 How his son, James, is clinically blind and hasn't let it hold him backWhat he really thinks about his ‘boring’ imageMichael’s story is fascinating…and anything but boring.
Michael Owen is Great Company.
All six episodes of Meet the Owens are available to stream exclusively on Prime Video:https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0HFKN2P87?ref_=atv_dp_share_cu_r
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Shot on Sony Cinema Line cameras FX6, FX2 with Sony G-Master lenses 16-35GM, 24-70GM
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Tue, 01 Sep 2026 - 59min - 176 - SHANIA TWAIN: How to Be Proud of Yourself | GREAT MOMENTS
This week, I wanted to revisit my conversation with one of the true queens of country music - THE Shania Twain.
Having Shania on the show was such a special moment. Her story is so inspirational, and in this Great Moment, she opens up about how writing music became her escape through some of the hardest times of her life.
She also tells me why she loves Dolly Parton, and why learning to be proud of yourself can be one of the most powerful things you can do.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Sun, 30 Aug 2026 - 16min - 175 - FRANK WARREN: How a Kid from a Council Estate Became Boxing’s Biggest Promoter
Frank Warren is one of the biggest names in British boxing, having promoted some of the greatest fighters the sport has ever seen.
I'm a huge boxing fan, so sitting down with Frank was a dream come true. And his life is like a Guy Ritchie movie…
Frank grew up on a council estate in North London, left school at 14 and fell into boxing promotion almost by accident. He went on to build an incredible career, only to be shot and nearly killed at the height of his success.
From surviving that to promoting some of the biggest nights in boxing, Frank has seen it all.
In this conversation, Frank shares:
The moment he was shot and nearly killed in 1989 Why signing Ricky Hatton was one of his proudest achievements His thoughts on how ‘influencer-boxing’ is changing the sport What happened when he got punched by Mike TysonFrank is a reminder that resilience isn't about avoiding setbacks - it's about what you build after them.
Frank Warren is Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Harry Sawkins
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
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Tue, 25 Aug 2026 - 59min - 174 - JACK WHITEHALL: Why I Owed Jamie Big Time | GREAT MOMENTS
Usually, Great Moments is all about the advice and takeaways from our amazing guests. But this week it's a little different…
I wanted to share part of my conversation with a good friend of mine, Jack Whitehall. Jack didn’t come on Great Company because he wanted to… in fact, he only agreed to do it because he owed me a BIG favour.
In this Great Moment, Jack reveals exactly what that favour was and what it’s really like to work with his father, the unintentionally hilarious, Michael Whitehall.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 - 18min - 173 - BEN ZAND: Investigating Looksmaxxing, Trad Wives & Darkest Corners of the Manosphere
Ben Zand is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and journalist whose work has taken him to some of the darkest corners of the world.
Ben immerses himself in the darkness, getting close to people living on the edges of society to understand more about their lives. His recent documentaries have explored some of the most controversial topics of our time, from cults and trad wives to the men shaping the manosphere, and those being influenced by it.
In this episode, Ben shares:
What it was like being held at gunpoint by a kidnap gangWhy looksmaxxing is the scariest part of the manosphere His experience of meeting truly evil peopleWhy people are drawn to cultsBen is a reminder to stay curious, ask questions and want to understand more about the world we live in.
Ben Zand is Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Harry Sawkins
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
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Tue, 18 Aug 2026 - 55min - 172 - PROF. SARAH BERRY: How is Menopause REALLY Affecting Us? | GREAT MOMENTS
How much do you know about menopause? Because, I’ll be honest, before speaking to Professor Sarah Berry, I didn’t really know much…
Menopause affects over half the population, yet 90% of women in the UK weren’t taught about it at school. So many women enter this stage of life without really knowing what’s happening to their bodies… or what to expect.
In this Great Moment, Professor Sarah Berry, Chief Scientist at ZOE and a leading voice on menopause research, breaks down everything we need to know.
From what it is and the symptoms we hear about all the time, to the symptoms we rarely hear about, Professor Berry explains how it can affect day to day life.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Sun, 16 Aug 2026 - 14min - 171 - NEIL PATRICK HARRIS on How I Met Your Mother, Coming Out & Why Fatherhood is His Greatest Job
Neil Patrick Harris is an Emmy and Tony award-winning actor, and for many of us, he’ll forever be the LEGEND-wait for it-DARY Barney Stinson from How I Met Your Mother.
Born in New Mexico to parents who were both lawyers, Neil was the first in his family to go into showbiz. At just 12, he got his breakthrough role in Clara's Heart alongside Whoopi Goldberg. From there, the rest is history…
In this episode, Neil shares:
Why he never thought he’d become a dad How he was forced to come outWhat it was really like to host the Oscars in 2015 How much of Barney Stinson is him and what HIMYM taught himNeil is a reminder that you never stop learning throughout your career. There is always something new to discover… and how incredible is that?
Neil Patrick Harris is Great Company.
Neil’s latest film, Sunny Dancer, is out on the 14th August #sunnydancermovie
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
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Tue, 11 Aug 2026 - 1h 00min - 170 - RIZZLE KICKS: Letting Go of the Pressure to Succeed | GREAT MOMENTS
Jordan and Harley aka Rizzle Kicks, are currently smashing it on the festival circuit following their long-awaited comeback. So, it felt like the perfect time to revisit my conversation with them.
Rizzle Kicks first burst onto the scene in 2011, bringing good vibes, great music and undeniable joy to so many people’s lives. But their rapid rise to success also came with the pressure to perform at the highest standard, time and time again.
In this Great Moment, Jordan and Harley look back on where it all began, the weight that came with early fame, and why making music together now is simply about enjoying themselves.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Sun, 09 Aug 2026 - 15min - 169 - EXCLUSIVE - MEGAN MCKENNA: My Worst Nightmare Came True
Megan McKenna gave us some of reality TV’s most iconic moments on TOWIE, Celebrity Big Brother and Ex on the Beach. Since then, she’s reinvented herself, building a successful music career and sharing wholesome cooking and lifestyle content enjoyed by millions online.
But behind the scenes, Megan has been navigating something incredibly difficult. She was robbed by masked men in terrifying circumstances that left her feeling unsafe in the UK.
Megan hasn’t spoken publicly about what happened to her. Until now. She joined me on Great Company for an exclusive conversation about the night her worst fear came true.
In this conversation, Megan shares:
- The terrifying robbery that changed her life
- The lasting impact of trauma and learning to feel safe again
- Reinventing herself after reality TV
- Her fertility journey and becoming a mum
Megan is truly a beautiful soul and I’m so grateful she trusted us with her story.
Megan McKenna is Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke & Emma Rae Woodhouse
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Joe Ferrari
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Tue, 04 Aug 2026 - 1h 03min - 168 - LUKE EVANS: Realising Who You Are | GREAT MOMENTS
Luke Evans is an actor and singer who began his career on stage. He's since starred in over 40 movies including Beauty and the Beast, Fast and Furious 6 and The Girl on the Train.
Luke came on Great Company at the start of last year and his story is just incredible. Raised as a Jehovah’s Witness, in a strict religious community, Luke knew his true identity was in conflict with his beliefs. After persistent bullying throughout his schooling, at age 16, he left home, and his new life began.
In this Great Moment, Luke discuss his upbringing in Wales, his sexuality and how he seized the opportunities he really wanted.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Sun, 02 Aug 2026 - 16min - 167 - MICHELLE KENNEDY: Becoming a Mum Inspired Me to Build a Community of 5 Million Women | FOUNDERS FRIDAY
Michelle Kennedy is the founder and CEO of Peanut, one of the fastest growing social apps for women.
I started Great Company because I wanted to connect with people again. Despite being more connected than ever online, many of us have never felt lonelier.
That's how Michelle felt after becoming a mum to her son, Finn. Instead of accepting that loneliness, she decided to build the community she wished she'd had. That's how Peanut was born.
Since launching in 2017, Peanut has grown to over 5 million registered users, offering women a safe space to ask questions, find support and build connections through every stage of life.
In this conversation, Michelle shares:
Her journey from law to dating app companiesWhy she left Bumble to start her app, PeanutWhat she thinks makes a great leader and entrepreneurHow Peanut grew from an idea into a community of over 5 million womenThe one piece of advice she'd give every founderMichelle is proof that some of the best businesses start by solving problems you've lived yourself.
Michelle Kennedy is Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett & Emma Gill
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
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Thu, 30 Jul 2026 - 44min - 166 - SIMON PEGG: I Want To Be a Good Man For My Daughter
Simon Pegg is a legend of the entertainment industry, with a career spanning more than 30 years.
Growing up in Gloucester with a cinema just down the road, Simon’s deep love of films was fostered early on. From Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzzand The World’s End to Star Trek and the Mission: Impossible franchise, he’s built one of the most beloved bodies of work.
I grew up watching Simon’s films, so getting the chance to meet him was surreal. We talked about everything from working with Tom Cruise and J.J. Abrams to our shared love of horror movies and what it means to be a good dad.
In this conversation, Simon shares:
Why he’ll never make a sequel to the Cornetto TrilogyBeing the child of divorce and what that’s taught him as a parent His favourite thing about his best friend, Nick Frost The moment he got the call for Mission: ImpossibleSimon is a reminder that turning a childhood passion into a lifelong career isn't about luck, it's about never letting go of the thing you love.
Simon Pegg is Great Company.
'The Undeclared War' is available NOW on C4/ On Demand and on Peacock/ NBC in the US from 27th August
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THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
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Tue, 28 Jul 2026 - 1h 01min - 165 - CHLOE BURROWS on Life after Love Island | GREAT MOMENTS
It’s Love Island FINAL day!
As another long, hot summer in the villa comes to an end, it feels like the perfect time to look back at my conversation with Love Island royalty, Chloe Burrows.
Chloe is one of the funniest people I’ve ever met. Since leaving the villa, she’s built an incredible career as a podcaster, TV presenter, and all-round good vibes.
In this Great Moment, Chloe reveals what it was really like inside the villa and how it felt to return to the real world after becoming famous overnight.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Sun, 26 Jul 2026 - 15min - 164 - VIVIAN TU: Your Rich BFF Shares Money Advice You Need To Hear | FOUNDERS FRIDAY
Vivian Tu is the founder and CEO of Your Rich BFF, a multi-media company on a mission to make money advice accessible to young people.
Vivian started her career on Wall Street before leaving to set up Your Rich BFF, where she now shares bite-sized lessons on personal finance with millions of people around the world. She's grown a community of more than 8 million people helping each other get rich and stay rich.
In this conversation, Vivian shares:
Why we’re all so uncomfortable talking about moneyHow to navigate finances in relationshipsThe biggest money mistakes people makeHow to ask for a pay rise... and actually get itVivian reminds us that financial freedom isn’t about earning the most money. It’s about making smarter choices with what you have and learning how to make your money work harder for you.
Vivian Tu is Great Company.
Check out Vivian’s podcast Networth & Chill HERE
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THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett & Harry Sawkins
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
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Thu, 23 Jul 2026 - 58min - 163 - TOM ASPINALL: Eddie Hearn Is Right - UFC Fighters Deserve More
Tom Aspinall is the first British UFC Heavyweight Champion of the World. With 15 wins, including 11 by knockout, he’s built a reputation as one of the most devastating finishers in the sport.
I'm a huge UFC fan, so sitting down with Tom was a dream come true. From training as a kid in his Dad's MMA gym to becoming one of the biggest names in the UFC, his story is nothing short of incredible.
In this conversation, Tom shares:
What it was like stepping into the cage for his first fightThe scariest moments of his career so farHis thoughts on the drama between Eddie Hearn and Dana White What he's learnt as a father to a child with autismWhy being a dad is the most important role in his lifeTom was a reminder that some of life’s biggest wins come from finding the courage to face the things that scare you the most.
Tom Aspinall is Great Company.
Check out Tom's podcast 'The Inner Game' HERE
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THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
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Tue, 21 Jul 2026 - 1h 07min - 162 - JOE MARLER on the Love of His Life | GREAT MOMENTS
I’ve just had the pleasure of speaking to Nick Mohammed on Great Company, so it felt only right to revisit my conversation with his fellow Faithful, England rugby legend Joe Marler.
Larger than life, totally unfiltered and never one to hold back, Joe is one of the most memorable characters to ever pull on an England shirt.
In this Great Moment, Joe talks about the real first love of his life - his wife, Daisy - and why she's always been his compass, both on and off the pitch.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Sun, 19 Jul 2026 - 16min - 161 - Introducing Hayu Presents...
Hayu Presents... is the ultimate deep-dive podcast celebrating the biggest personalities, wildest moments, and most iconic shows from the Hayu reality TV universe.
Across 12 unmissable episodes, host Dean McCarthy explores everything from unforgettable reality romances and legendary Housewives to fashion disasters, one-season wonders, show-stopping performances and the most chaotic holidays ever captured on camera.
Featuring superstar guests including Luann de Lesseps, Mark-Francis Vandelli, Elizabeth Day, the cast of The Real Housewives of London and Paris Hilton, each episode is packed with hilarious games, exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, unexpected revelations and sharp pop culture commentary.
Whether you're a lifelong reality TV obsessive or simply love great entertainment, Hayu Presents... is your front-row seat to the moments, personalities and drama that made reality television a global phenomenon.
Out Now. Search Hayu Presents... to listen to the rest of the Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.
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Sat, 18 Jul 2026 - 16min - 160 - GEORGIE COLERIDGE COLE: I Sold SheerLuxe For £40million - This Is What I’ve Learnt | FOUNDERS FRIDAY
Georgie Coleridge Cole is the founder of SheerLuxe, one of the UK’s leading digital lifestyle brands.
Over twenty years, Georgie built SheerLuxe from a weekly newsletter into the go-to destination for fashion, beauty, travel and interiors.
Then she sold it for £40 million.
Georgie’s story is proof that a simple idea can become something extraordinary. So, I couldn't wait to sit down with her for this week's episode of Founders Friday.
In our conversation, Georgie shares:
- The purpose behind the SheerLuxe empire
- Why she thinks the creator economy is booming
- The big business idea she never followed through with
- The difference between a good idea and a good business
Georgie is proof that an idea, done well and done consistently, can become an empire.
Georgie Coleridge Cole is Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
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Thu, 16 Jul 2026 - 40min - 159 - NICK MOHAMMED: How Comedy & Magic Helped Me Survive the Playground Bullies
Nick Mohammed is a man of many talents. He's the comedian behind the iconic character Mr Swallow, an Emmy-nominated actor best known for Ted Lasso, Slow Horses and Intelligence and, an amazing magician.
He also captured the nation’s hearts as the Faithful who almost won the first series of The Celebrity Traitors.
Nick is one of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. He’s also proof that success rarely happens overnight. Nick started out performing stand-up to an audience of just two people and he has worked his way up to become one of the country’s favourite comedians and actors.
In our conversation, Nick shares:
How magic helped him deal with school bulliesBeing part of the first ever series of The Celebrity Traitors What it’s like working with David Schwimmer and Jason Sudeikis How he created his iconic character Mr Swallow The secret to a happy marriageNick is proof that the things that make you feel different can end up becoming your biggest strengths.
Nick Mohammed is Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
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Tue, 14 Jul 2026 - 53min - 158 - JILL SCOTT: What Football Can Teach Us | GREAT MOMENTS
IT’S COMING HOME!
After seeing off Norway at the weekend, the England Men’s team are through to the semi-finals of the World Cup. Let’s frickinnn’ gooo!
As the team gets ready to face Argentina, there’s no better time to revisit my conversation with one of England’s greatest footballers. The one and only Jill Scott.
England's second most-capped player of all time, a Euros winner, a Lioness legend and now a much loved pundit, Jill has experienced the beautiful game from every angle.
In this Great Moment, Jill looks back on the moments on the pitch she’ll never forget and the lessons football has taught her along the way.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
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Sun, 12 Jul 2026 - 14min - 157 - SNAP CEO EVAN SPIEGEL: How I Took a College Idea & Became the World's Youngest Billionaire
Evan Spiegel, the co-founder and CEO of Snap, launched Snapchat in 2011 while he was still a student at Stanford University.
Since then, he’s built one of the biggest social platforms in the world, used by more than 400 million people every day.
Evan's idea has genuinely changed the way we communicate. So, I couldn’t wait to sit down with him for our first episode of Great Company Presents: Founders Friday mini-series.
In our conversation, Evan shares:
How the idea of Snapchat came about The moment he decided to drop out of Stanford The reality of becoming a billionaire at 25 How he balances fatherhood and entrepreneurship Why Specs is the future of computingEvan is proof that every successful business starts with an idea and sometimes the biggest rewards come from having the courage to take a risk...
Evan Spiegel is Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
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Thu, 09 Jul 2026 - 51min - 156 - ANASTACIA: Michael Jackson Tried To Sign Me After Seeing Me On TV
Anastacia is the American pop-soul superstar with one of the most recognisable voices in music. She’s had an incredible career spanning over 25 years, sold more than 50 million records and given us huge hits like I'm Outta Love and Left Outside Alone.
But behind her unmistakable voice is an even more unbelievable story.
In our conversation, Anastacia opens up about the early days of her career, from singing at Hollywood parties to lying about her age to get on TV and, how her mum always knew she had something special, long before anyone else did.
In this conversation, Anastacia shares:
Lying about her age so she could compete in a MTV talent showHow her Dad inspired her hit song ‘Left Outside Alone’Overcoming breast cancer twice and what it taught her about herself The unforgettable advice Michael Jackson and Luciano Pavarotti gave herAnastacia is a powerful reminder of staying true to yourself and never giving up on your dreams. No matter how big they might seem.
Anastacia is Great Company.
Buy tickets to Anastacia's Not That Kind 25th Anniversary Tour HERE
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THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett & Harry Sawkins
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
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Tue, 07 Jul 2026 - 1h 00min - 155 - HARRY HILL: Life's Too Short to Be Serious | GREAT MOMENTS
There's a strange kind of pressure that comes with being an adult. We’re encouraged to take things seriously and to have it all figured out. But what if being silly is one of the most important things we can hold on to?
Harry Hill is one of Britain's most loved comedians, known and adored for his surreal comedy that has been making the country laugh for decades.
In this Great Moment, Harry reflects on the loss of his dear friend Sean Lock, and explains why refusing to take yourself too seriously might just be the best way to get through the hard times.
Sometimes the most profound lessons come from the people who taught us to laugh.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
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Sun, 05 Jul 2026 - 13min - 154 - LINA NIELSEN: I Was Paralysed at 17 - Then I Won an Olympic Medal
Lina Nielsen is an Olympic sprinter and hurdler who has overcome incredible challenges to reach the top of her sport.
Growing up in East London, Lina got the chance to be a kit carrier at the London 2012 Olympic Games. Seeing the world’s greatest athletes up close made her dream of competing in the Olympics one day too.
But when she was just 17, Lina was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis after the right side of her body became paralysed. She thought her Olympic dream was over.
It wasn’t.
In our conversation, Lina shares how she defied the odds to achieve her dreams, what it took to get there and what she's aiming for next.
In this episode, Lina shares:
Her incredible journey to Olympic bronze Growing up without her dad and its impact on her relationshipsBeing diagnosed with MS at 17 The misconceptions about MS she's determined to break downLearning to accept her diagnosis without letting it define herLina’s story is a powerful reminder that the labels we’re given don't define what's possible.
Lina Nielsen is Great Company.
Lina will be competing in the Birmingham 2026 European Athletics Championships in August. You can buy tickets HERE!https://tickets.birmingham26.com/
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THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke & Dan King
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
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Tue, 30 Jun 2026 - 1h 01min - 153 - DR JULE: The Relationship Advice You NEED to Hear | GREAT MOMENTS
Are you struggling to communicate with your partner? Or falling out with the same friend over and over again? This Great Moment is for you.
Dr Julie Smith is a clinical psychologist and bestselling author of ‘Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?’.
In this Great Moment, Dr Julie explains how our past childhood experiences quietly shape the way we show up in our adult relationships, and why leaning into the difficult conversations is the most important thing you can do.
Because sometimes the work we do on ourselves is the greatest gift we can give to the people around us.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
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Sun, 28 Jun 2026 - 16min - 152 - GRACE BEVERLEY: What I’ve Learnt From Building TALA & Overcoming Burnout
Grace Beverley has spent the past decade building a career most people can only dream of.
At just 18, she started her first business from her university bedroom. Since then, she’s gone on to build three hugely successful companies, TALA, SHREDDY and The Productivity Method.
I was so excited to sit down with Grace for an episode of Great Company. She’s someone I’ve wanted on the show for a long time and the conversation more than lived up to my expectations.
In this episode, Grace shares:
The burnout that forced her to rethink everything How she learnt to trust herself and build businesses her own wayWhat she’s doing to break the taboo around miscarriages in the workplace Why building a village of friends matters just as much as finding love The story behind her husband’s INSANE proposalGrace is proof that success is not just about what you build - it’s about the people who stand beside you while you’re building it.
Grace Beverley is Great Company.
Listen to Grace’s podcast, Working Hard with Grace Beverley HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke & Leonore Raab
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
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Tue, 23 Jun 2026 - 1h 15min - 151 - AMOL RAJAN: Why We Should Never Take the People We Love for Granted | GREAT MOMENTS
Days like Father's Day remind us of the people who mean the most to us. Some are there from the very beginning, others come into our lives later, but the people we love leave a mark that lasts forever.
When Amol Rajan came on Great Company, we had one of the most honest and moving conversations I've ever had on the podcast, and it’s stayed with me ever since.
In this Great Moment, Amol opens up about losing his dad, what that loss has taught him and why we should never take the people we love for granted.
Listen to the full episode HERE.
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
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Sun, 21 Jun 2026 - 17min - 150 - EMMA MYERS: How Netflix’s Wednesday Made Me Famous Overnight. I Wasn’t Prepared for How My Life Would Change
Emma Myers' life changed almost overnight when‘Wednesday’became a global hit on Netflix. Her role as Enid Sinclair made her an instant fan favourite and quickly launched her into the spotlight.
Since then she’s gone on to lead A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder and star in the record-breaking Minecraft movie. But long before the world knew her name, Emma was a homeschooled kid who often felt like the odd one out.
In our conversation, Emma opens up about the whirlwind of overnight fame, working with the likes of Jenna Ortega and Jack Black, and how she's learned to stay grounded in an industry that moves at a thousand miles an hour.
In this episode, Emma shares:
Growing up homeschooled and feeling like she didn’t fit inAuditioning for Wednesday and how it changed her life overnightHer thoughts on fans shipping her and Jenna Ortega How her faith got her through her darkest momentsEmma is a reminder that life-changing moments don't have to be daunting and that sometimes the biggest changes can be the best thing that can happen.
Emma Myers is Great Company.
Stream A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder HERE
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THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
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Tue, 16 Jun 2026 - 58min - 149 - ASHLEY ROBERTS: How I Built a Life That Works For Me | GREAT MOMENTS
We're handed a certain blueprint for life. Get the right job, find the right partner, settle down, have children and ideally, do it all by 35. But what if that blueprint isn’t for you?
Ashley Roberts rose to global fame as part of the Pussycat Dolls and she has built an incredible career and a life she loves by doing things her own way.
In this Great Moment, Ashley opens up about the freedom that comes from building a life that genuinely works for her. From choosing not to have children to investing her time and energy in herself, she shares why living life on her own terms has been one of the best decisions she's ever made.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
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Sun, 14 Jun 2026 - 14min - 148 - PERRIE EDWARDS: Letting Go of a Friendship I Thought Would Last Forever
Perrie Edwards was just 17 when she found fame on The X Factor. After auditioning for the show, she was put together with Jade, Leigh-Anne and Jesy to form Little Mix - a group that became one of the biggest girlbands in British pop history.
In our conversation, Perrie reveals that one of the hardest things about being famous is having some of her most personal experiences play out in the public eye.
From the very public end of her friendship with Jesy to going through a break-up, Perrie opens up about what it's really like to grieve, heal and grow while the world is watching.
In this episode, Perrie shares:
The reality of being on The X Factor at 17Going through a very public break-up with Zayn MalikThe emotional and physical impact of experiencing two miscarriagesThe secure, fulfilling love she’s found with her husband AlexWhy she's made peace with her friendship with Jesy coming to an endPerrie is a reminder that the people we grew up watching on stage are still figuring things out and that there's real strength in being honest about that.
Perrie Edwards is Great Company.
Listen to Perrie’s latest single ‘Passenger Princess’ HERE
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THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke & Emilia Gill
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
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Tue, 09 Jun 2026 - 58min - 147 - RYLAN CLARK: I Played the Fame Game on The X Factor | GREAT MOMENTS
Cast your mind back to the early 2010s when paparazzi shots ruled the front pages, and reality TV was turning ordinary people into stars overnight. From Big Brother and The X Factor to TOWIE and Made in Chelsea, our generation grew up at the peak of fame culture, raised on the idea that being famous was the ultimate dream.
Few people embody that era quite like Rylan Clark.
We first fell in love with Rylan when he appeared as the ‘novelty act’ on The X Factor in 2012. From there, he went on to win Celebrity Big Brother, host TV primetime shows and is now BBC Radio 2 royalty, carving out a career that most could only dream of.
In this Great Moment, Rylan opens up about his lifelong fascination with fame and how playing 'the game' on The X Factor helped him make the most of the competition.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
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Sun, 07 Jun 2026 - 13min - 146 - DANIEL MAYS: I've Worked with Hollywood’s Biggest Stars But I Still Sometimes Feel Like an Imposter
Daniel Mays has been in our living rooms for decades. From EastEnders and Line of Duty to Mrs Biggs and Thursday Murder Club, he’s become one of the most familiar and loved faces in British TV and film.
But long before he shared the screen with the likes of Michael Douglas and Stephen Graham, Daniel was the middle child in a working-class Essex family, desperate to be seen and heard. He found his voice through performing and never looked back.
In this conversation, Danny shares:
Growing up in Essex with dreams of becoming an actor Why he nearly didn't go to stage schoolThe unforgettable advice Michael Douglas gave him Taking on the role of the 'Black Cab R*pist' John Worboys and how it affected himWhat it was like performing in front of Daniel Day LewisDaniel was a joy to talk to and he’s a reminder of what's possible when you back yourself and never let go of the dream.
Daniel Mays is Great Company.
Watch ‘Believe Me’ on ITV HERE
Check out Daniel’s new podcast ‘Gangster Presents: The Story of Ronnie Biggs’ HERE
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
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Tue, 02 Jun 2026 - 1h 08min - 145 - Joanne McNally on her Dating Disasters | GREAT MOMENTS
Modern dating is… a lot. Between situationships, ghosting, and the apps that feel more like a second job, finding anything close to a healthy relationship has never been more complicated.
But on the bright side? It does make for some incredible stories.
Joanne McNally is one of the funniest people I know. She made history as the first Irish female comic to headline Dublin’s 3Arena and soon she’ll be bringing her brilliant chaos to Celebrity Traitors.
In this Great Moment, Joanne takes us deep into her hilariously chaotic dating life from the disasters to those awkward pillow talk moments.
Because sometimes the only way to survive the dating world is to laugh your way through it.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Sun, 31 May 2026 - 16min - 144 - VOGUE WILLIAMS: Debunking Divorce Rumours, S*x Parties & Spencer’s Wild Proposal
Vogue Williams is one of Ireland’s most loved exports. From co-hosting the hugely popular podcast, ‘My Therapist Ghosted Me’ with Joanne McNally to fronting documentaries and writing a Sunday Times bestseller, ‘Big Mouth’, Vogue’s built a career that’s as varied as it is brilliant.
She also happens to be married to my buddy, Spencer Matthews and over the years, she’s become one of my favourite people too. Nothing was off limits when Vogue joined me on Great Company and I found myself learning things about her life I’d never heard before.
In this episode, Vogue shares:
What it was like being a rebellious teenager and a child of divorce Why she avoided grief after losing her dad at 22 years old Her favourite memories from her modelling daysSpencer’s WILD marriage proposalHaving a fourth child and why she and Spencer make such a good teamVogue is the kind of person who reminds you that life is meant to be enjoyed and spending an hour in her company feels exactly like that.
Vogue Williams is Great Company.
You can get Vogue's book, Big Mouth, HERE
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Edit Producer: Faye Lawrence
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
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Tue, 26 May 2026 - 1h 02min - 143 - LOUIE SPENCE: How I Found My People | GREAT MOMENTS
There's nothing quite like finding your people. The ones who make you feel completely at home, just as you are. For some of us, it’s the family we're born into. For others, it's the family we find along the way.
Louie Spence is a British icon who lights up every room he walks into. He’s an incredibly gifted dancer and choreographer who performed on world tours with the Spice Girls before becoming a household name at Pineapple Dance Studios.
In this Great Moment, Louie opens up about how dance has always meant so much more than what happens on stage. He shares how it's given him a way to connect with people in everyday life and ultimately, the second family he always needed.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Sun, 24 May 2026 - 14min - 142 - GARETH GATES: I Was Beaten Up For My Stammer. Pop Idol Saved Me
Gareth Gates became a household name overnight. When the first series of Pop Idol aired in 2002, it was the first show of its kind and Gareth instantly captured the nation's hearts as the boy who defied his stammer to sing.
Growing up in Bradford Gareth was severely bullied at school for his stammer, so convinced he was defective that he almost didn't audition for Pop Idol at all.
In our conversation, Gareth opens up about the whirlwind of Pop Idol fame, and how he's spent the years since learning to accept the very thing he once felt ashamed of.
In this episode, Gareth shares:
Being bullied at school and how joining a choir became his escapeWhy he almost didn't audition for Pop IdolThe reality of being thrown into the whirlwind of fameHow his relationship with Katie Price changed the way he approaches loveHow he's finally learned to accept his stammer as part of who he isGareth Gates is one of the kindest people I’ve ever met. He reminded me that being different isn't something to hide - it's the thing that makes you, you.
Gareth Gates is Great Company.
Check out Gareth’s tour HERE
Gareth’s Instagram - @gareth_gates
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
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Tue, 19 May 2026 - 1h 06min - 141 - Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu: ‘Don't Let Other People's Opinions Define You’ | GREAT MOMENTS
When you're going through a tough time, it can feel like there's no way out. But it's often in those moments that we find the strength we didn't know we had.
Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu knows that feeling all too well. Since winning Love Island in 2022, she's gone on to become the Queen of Reality TV, from Love Island All Stars to Celebrity Big Brother and now Vanderpump Villa.
But behind her confidence is a young girl who lacked self-belief, was severely bullied at school, and developed disordered eating in an attempt to change herself to fit in.
In this Great Moment, Ekin-Su opens up about meeting her bully later in life, and the powerful process of unlearning the idea that other people's opinions get to define you. She shares why the things that once held her down ultimately made her the woman she is today.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
This episode contains sensitive topic discussions including disordered eating and bullying. If you or someone you know is affected by anything in this episode and need support, please see the suggested helpline and website links below.
BEAT - 0808 801 0677 - beateatingdisorders.org.uk
Samaritans - 116 123 - samaritans.org
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, 17 May 2026 - 12min - 140 - EMMA BARNETT: My IVF Journey & Why I Felt Like I’d Failed at Fertility
Emma Barnett is an award-winning journalist, author and broadcaster, with more than two thousand interviews under her belt and a seat on BBC Radio 4's Today programme.
Emma was encouraged to ask questions from a young age and she’s built her entire career around them. Whether she's holding a politician to a 12-second silence on live radio or interviewing the Prime Minister, she’s known for running towards difficult conversations, not away from them.
She’s also become a powerful voice for women. In our conversation, Emma opens up about her IVF journey and the miscarriage that left her so defeated she nearly didn’t go through another round of treatment - the one that led to her daughter.
In this episode, Emma shares:
What it's like interviewing the UK's biggest politicians Her IVF journey and why she chose to speak openly about treatment when it failedRemembering the people who wanted children and can’t have them How she shut down a troll and their surprising responseWhat intimidates her most in the world…Emma is proof that the best interviewers aren't the ones with all the answers, they're the ones brave enough to keep asking the questions of others and of themselves.
Emma Barnett is Great Company.
You can follow Emma on Instagram HERE
Listen to Emma’s podcast, Ready To Talk, HERE
Discover Colour Your Streets - Emma’s family colouring book company HERE
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke & Faye Lawrence
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, 12 May 2026 - 1h 03min - 139 - Big Zuu: Rediscovering Faith as a Grime Artist | GREAT MOMENTS
Faith is a deeply personal thing and, for many of us, our relationship with it changes over time. Some people drift away from it, some come back to it, and others are still figuring out what it means to them. It’s a journey that’s rarely a straight line.
Big Zuu knows that better than most. Over the years, he has struggled to work out what being a Muslim means to him.
In this Great Moment, the BAFTA-winning TV chef and Grime artist opens up about reconnecting with his faith, how the process has shaped him and how he's found a way to balance two loves of his life: his music and his religion.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, 10 May 2026 - 15min - 138 - CHRIS APPLETON: Bullies Spat on Me at School. Now I’m Kim Kardashian’s Most Trusted Hair Stylist
Chris Appleton has built a reputation as one of the world’s most trusted celebrity hair stylists. From Kim Kardashian and JLo to Ariana Grande and Christina Aguilera, he’s worked with some of the biggest names in Hollywood.
It’s a world away from his upbringing in Leicester. As a teenager, Chris was bullied at school for working in a local hairdressers and was labelled before he had even begun to understand his own sexuality.
In our conversation, Chris opens up about the abuse he faced from bullies, coming out in his twenties and the difficult period that followed. He tells me about the moment he realised he'd built a career helping other people feel confident - but had never done the same for himself - and how he’s finally learned to accept and love who he is.
In this episode, Chris shares:
Why he cried after styling JLO’s hair for the Super BowlBeing spat on and bullied at school for being different How he’s learned to accept himself and love who he is Why his marriage to Euphoria star Lukas Gage didn’t workThe celebrity he wants to style nextChris is a powerful reminder that the people who seem to have it all figured out are often the ones who've had to fight the hardest to get there.
Chris Appleton is Great Company.
You can get Chris' book, Your Roots Don't Define You here!
This episode contains sensitive topic discussions including suicide. If you or someone you know is affected by anything in this episode and need support, please see the suggested helpline and website links below.
Samaritans - 116 123 - samaritans.org
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, 05 May 2026 - 50min - 137 - Dani Dyer: Having Children Changed Me | GREAT MOMENTS
Dani Dyer is an absolute ray of sunshine and one of the most refreshingly honest voices out there when it comes to talking about life as a mum.
After coming out of a tricky relationship, the arrival of her son Santiago felt like a real blessing and a real turning point in her life.
In this Great Moment, Dani opens up about the highs and lows of motherhood, from the anxiety and guilt to the joy, and why she believes the most important thing through it all is women showing up and supporting other women.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, 03 May 2026 - 17min - 136 - TANYA BURR: Dating After Divorce, the Brit Crew & Why I Quit YouTube
Tanya Burr rose to fame as one of the UK’s original YouTubers. As part of the Brit Crew, she quickly became one of the most recognisable faces on the platform alongside Zoella, Alfie Deyes and Marcus Butler.
I’ve always been fascinated by creators like Tanya and their ability to captivate millions of people from their bedrooms, so I was really excited to have her on Great Company.
In our conversation, Tanya explains why she started YouTube and how quickly it turned into a career. She reveals how her self-worth became tied to how she was perceived online and why, after a very public break-up, she stepped away from YouTube in 2019 to rebuild her life away from the spotlight.
In this episode, Tanya shares:
Her favourite memories of the Brit CrewLiving with anxiety and how she’s learnt to manage it Why she quit YouTube in 2019 Rebuilding her life after a public break up Dating in her thirties and how she knew her boyfriend Dan was the oneMost people would struggle to walk away from something as successful as Tanya’s YouTube career. But she did. She chose herself and her courage stayed with me long after our conversation ended.
Tanya Burr is Great Company.
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 - 54min - 135 - Rob Brydon: Why I Love Making People Laugh | GREAT MOMENTS
Is there any better feeling than a proper belly laugh? It really is the best kind of medicine and something we all rely on to get through the ups and downs of life.
Rob Brydon has built a hugely successful career on making people laugh. From his iconic role as Uncle Bryn in Gavin & Stacey to his hilarious travels with Steve Coogan in The Trip, he’s truly mastered the art of entertaining.
In this Great Moment, Rob shares why entertaining has always meant more to him than just getting a laugh. He also talks about creating characters like his “small man in a box” and what first sparked his love of performing.
Sometimes making someone laugh isn’t just about the joke, it’s about giving them a moment they didn’t know they needed.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 - 16min - 134 - PARIS FURY: Tyson Is the Heavyweight Champion But I’m The Boss
Paris Fury is an absolute powerhouse of a woman. When At Home With The Furys first hit our screens, 2.6 million people tuned in to watch the first episode. We got a glimpse into life with former Heavyweight Champion, Tyson, and the rest of the Fury family. But for me, it was Paris who really stood out.
As Tyson’s wife of nearly 20 years, Paris has been with him through it all. From his boxing wins and losses to his mental health struggles and addiction - and all of that whilst raising their seven children together.
Paris has always been Tyson’s biggest supporter and the glue that holds the Fury family together.
In this episode, Paris shares:
Why her relationship with Tyson worksWhy the misinformation about Travellers frustrates her How Tyson’s mental health struggles have affected her and why she’ll always be his biggest supporterTeaching her seven children to believe they can achieve anythingHer daughter Venezuela getting engaged at 16 A very special rendition of her go-to karaoke songI loved every second of my conversation with Paris. She reminded me that you can do anything and be anyone you want to be. You’ve just got to go for it.
Paris Fury is Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke & Jack Claramunt
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 - 55min - 133 - Alix Earle on The Power Of Saying No | GREAT MOMENTS
All eyes are on Alix Earle right now as her very public feud with Alex Cooper plays out online.
As one of the biggest influencers in the world, Alix is no stranger to the pressure that can come with living in the spotlight. But through it all, she’s stayed grounded and built her brand by being herself.
I was so excited to sit down with Alix in LA last year and record an episode of Great Company. She’d been on my dream guest list for years and the conversation didn’t disappoint.
In this Great Moment, she shares how she’s stayed true to herself and explains why learning to say no has been one of the most powerful tools to protect herself and her career.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 - 11min - 132 - ROCHELLE HUMES: Being Raised To Be Fearless, Life After The Saturdays & My First Date With Marvin
Rochelle Humes is a singer, presenter and founder of the hugely successful family lifestyle brand, My Little Coco.
At just 12 years old, she won a place in S Club Juniors, before going on to top the charts with The Saturdays. Since then, she’s built a hugely successful career across entertainment and business.
Rochelle has been grafting her whole life. And that’s exactly how she likes it. Raised by her mum on a council estate, Rochelle grew up watching her work incredibly hard to provide for her and her sister. In our conversation, she explains what it taught her and why she’s always been determined to succeed.
In this episode, Rochelle shares:
Auditioning for S Club Juniors with Frankie BridgeHow her single mum raised her to be fearlessFilming a reality TV show with The SaturdaysHow uncertainty after The Saturdays pushed her to build her own business Her first date with her husband, Marvin and how he won her overRochelle is an absolute ray of sunshine. She reminded me that backing yourself and putting the work in can take you further than you ever expected.
Listen to her amazing podcast Ladies Who Launch HERE
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke & Jack Claramunt
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, 14 Apr 2026 - 55min - 131 - Alain De Botton: How To Make Real Connections | GREAT MOMENTS
Making connections and building relationships in the age of social media is hard. Many of us are having to relearn what it means to really click with another person, beyond the swipe culture of dating apps and the pressure to live up to the ‘perfect’ relationships we see online.
Alain De Botton is a modern-day philosopher who founded the School of Life to help people understand the aspects of life we don’t get taught at school.
In this Great Moment, he explains how love doesn’t just need closeness, it also needs distance, and how that space can help us better understand our partners.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 - 17min - 130 - NAOMI ACKIE: Playing Whitney Houston Changed Everything - I’m a Different Person Now
Naomi Ackie is an award-winning actor known for her roles in The End of The F***ing World, Blink Twice and playing Whitney Houston in the 2023 biopic I Wanna Dance With Somebody.
I love speaking to hugely talented actors like Naomi. I’m always so curious to know what they’re like away from the characters they play.
Naomi is a perfectionist who has been incredibly hard on herself throughout her career. In our conversation, she shares how her biggest role nearly broke her, what she’s learnt from it and why she won’t let it happen again.
In this episode, Naomi shares:
- The advice her Mum gave her when she first said she wanted to be an actor
- The anxiety & panic attacks that came with playing Whitney Houston
- How losing her Mum at 22 years old changed her
- What it’s like working alongside Zoe Kravitz, Florence Pugh & Robert Pattison
- What happened when Channing Tatum gave her sister a lap dance
This conversation is a reminder that we should all stop judging ourselves so harshly and start celebrating our successes.
Naomi Ackie is Great Company.
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, 07 Apr 2026 - 1h 14min - 129 - Professor Green: Why Men Today Feel Lost | GREAT MOMENTS
The rise of the manosphere says a lot about where things are at - a lot of men feel unheard and unseen in today’s world.
Professor Green, aka Stephen Manderson, is a musician, storyteller, and one of my all-time favourite guests on Great Company.
In this Great Moment, he talks openly about what many working-class men are dealing with. Feeling cut off, struggling to express themselves and often being pushed towards anger instead of understanding.
Stephen shares the experiences that have shaped his life and what he’s learnt from them. Because sometimes, the lessons that help us grow come from showing up and speaking honestly.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, 05 Apr 2026 - 9min - 128 - BELLE HASSAN: I'm Finally Ready To Tell My Story
Belle Hassan first rose to fame on Love Island back in 2019, where her fiery personality made her one of the most memorable islanders of the series.
Returning to the villa for this year’s Love Island: All Stars, she found herself at the centre of one of the series’ most talked about storylines, sparking conversation both on and off the show.
Since leaving the villa, Belle has been navigating the reality of life on the outside, including the impact of intense public scrutiny and online abuse.
In this episode, Belle shares:
Her perspective from her time on Love Island: All Stars Dealing with online trolls and death threats Her mental health struggles as a teenager and past toxic relationshipsFinding ways to be kinder to yourselfHow Harrison has been her biggest support since leaving the villaThis is a deeply honest conversation about self-worth and healing and above all, a reminder to be kind.
Belle Hassan is Great Company.
This episode contains sensitive topic discussions including self-harm. If you or someone you know is affected by anything in this episode and need support, please see the suggested helpline and website links below.
Samaritans - 116 123 - samaritans.org
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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Jamie -@jamielaing
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 - 53min - 127 - Elizabeth Day: Your Twenties Shape the Best Years Of Your Life | GREAT MOMENTS
Your twenties can feel like A LOT.
There’s a pressure to find a job that you love, show up perfectly in your friendships and relationships… and somehow keep up with everyone else. It’s hard not to compare yourself when everyone else seems to have it figured out.
Author, journalist and host of the award-winning podcast How to Fail, Elizabeth Day understands that feeling all too well.
In this Great Moment, she reflects on how each decade of her life has shaped her, and why reframing the way we think about success is so important.
She explains how comparison can fuel self-doubt, and why the lessons we learn along the way are what truly matter.
Because ultimately, life isn’t a sprint it’s a marathon.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, 29 Mar 2026 - 16min - 126 - MOSES ITAUMA: I’m the Future Heavyweight Champion. This is How I’ll Do It
Moses Itauma is one of the most exciting names in boxing right now. He’s a former European and World Junior Champion who’s widely tipped to become Britain’s next heavyweight superstar.
I’ve always been really interested in the journey someone goes on before they become the next big thing and that’s exactly where Moses is.
At just 21, he’s on the brink of greatness as he prepares to face Jermaine Franklin this Saturday night. It’s a world away from where it all began… when he first stepped into a boxing gym aged nine and hated every second of it. From a small town in Slovakia to one of the most talked about heavyweight prospects in the world, Moses’s journey has been anything but ordinary.
In this episode, Moses shares:
- Leaving Slovakia at the age of 3 and building a new life in Kent
- Why he refuses to trash talk his opponents
- What really happened behind the scenes of his fight with Dillian Whyte
- What professional boxers actually get paid
- The mindset, discipline and habits that are taking him to the top
This isn’t just a conversation about boxing. It’s about resilience, belief and what it really takes to become the very best.
Moses Itauma is in Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins & Alex Reed
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Kiera Maloney
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, 25 Mar 2026 - 1h 02min - 125 - Aitch: What People’s Differences Can Teach Us | GREAT MOMENTS
Aitch is known for his chart-topping tracks and insane freestyle talent but, away from music, he uses his platform to raise awareness for Down’s syndrome, inspired by his younger sister Gracie, who has the condition.
In this Great Moment, Aitch opens up about how important Gracie is to him and the joy and light she brings to everyone around her.
He shares how she’s shaped his outlook on life and taught him the importance of treating everyone equally.
Sometimes, the people who teach us the most… are the ones right beside us.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, 23 Mar 2026 - 9min - 124 - FEARNE COTTON: How I Set Boundaries & Stopped Being a People Pleaser
So many of us grew up watching Fearne Cotton on children’s TV and then later listening to her on Radio 1. She’s a broadcasting icon, bestselling author and someone I’ve looked up to for such a long time.
At just 15, Fearne was thrust into the public eye when she began her TV career on Disney Club. With that came a huge pressure to be liked and she felt like she needed to change parts of her personality to fit in and keep people happy.
In this conversation, she opens up about how, despite her success, she often felt she didn’t deserve the opportunities she was given.
In this episode, Fearne shares:
How she has learned to let go of people pleasingHer 10 year battle with anxiety which forced her to step away from live radio and TVHow she began working on TV aged just 15 Working with incredible artists like Eminem and Amy Winehouse Why it’s important to push boundaries and care less about being likeableThis conversation is an important reminder that when you stop worrying so much about what other people think of you, you give space for the real you to shine.
Fearne Cotton is Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Producer: Magda Cassidy & Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Editor Producer: Kat Milsom
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Anthony Barter & Amber Hourigan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Fri, 20 Mar 2026 - 55min - 122 - Dr Aliza Pressman: Parenting Advice You NEED To Hear | GREAT MOMENTS
50% of new parents experience a rise in stress, anxiety or depression according to recent research. With so much noise online about the “right” way to parent, it’s easy to feel like you’re doing it all wrong.
Dr. Aliza Pressman is a renowned childhood expert and developmental psychologist. She believes that the only “right” way to parent is the way that works for you.
In this Great Moment, she breaks down the intrinsic link between a parent’s mental health and their child’s wellbeing proving why taking care of yourself isn’t selfish... it’s essential.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
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Mon, 16 Mar 2026 - 14min - 121 - MILLIE COURT: “Lucinda Was Totally Misunderstood in the Love Island Villa”
Millie Court first captured the nation’s heart when she won Love Island Series 7 back in 2021. Since then, she’s built a successful career while navigating a relationship and a break-up, all in the public eye.
She won us over all over again when she returned to our screens for this year’s Love Island All Stars. I was obsessed with the series, so you can imagine how excited I was to sit down with her for her first podcast interview since leaving the villa.
In this episode, Millie shares:
Her take on all the drama in the Love Island All Stars villaWhat really happened between Chloe and Lucinda after Series 7Navigating a public break-up and how she came out the other sideDealing with online trolls and comments about her appearanceWhy things feel different with Zac and their plans for the futureMillie is a ray of sunshine and this conversation shows exactly why so many people fell in love with her in the first place.
Millie Court is Great Company.
If you love Millie's episode, you'll love Chloe Burrows' episode too. Listen HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Anthony Barter & Amber Hourigan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 11 Mar 2026 - 1h 16min - 120 - Munya Chawawa: Why Comedy Matters Right Now | GREAT MOMENTS
Munya Chawawa is one of the sharpest and funniest voices on social media, known for his brilliantly observant takes on society, politics and the news cycle.
In this Great Moment, he explains why the real satisfaction in comedy comes from holding up a mirror to society - and getting people to question the world around them.
For Munya, comedy is more than entertainment. It’s a language we all share, and a powerful way to start conversations about the things that can be hardest to talk about.
Because sometimes the best way to make people think… is to make them laugh first.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Mon, 09 Mar 2026 - 13min - 119 - TOM DAVIS: I Lost Friends When I Quit Alcohol - But This Is What It Taught Me
Tom Davis is one of the funniest people I know. We first met ten years ago on Murder in Successville, the hilarious BBC3 sitcom he co-created with his friend James De Frond.
At the time, I had no idea what I was getting myself into. What I didn’t realise then was just how much the show meant to Tom. Murder in Successville wasn’t just another job for him. It was a pivotal moment and there was so much riding on it.
This conversation is a rollercoaster. I haven’t laughed that much in a long time - but it also reveals a side to Tom that goes far beyond the laughs.
In this episode, Tom shares:
Why he took a risk on me for the very first episode of Murder in SuccessvilleHow he desperately wanted to be a dad and feared it might not happenWhy he decided to go sober and what it’s taught him What Timothée Chalamet text him after the Critics Choice AwardsWhat happened when Tom was mistaken for Ed Sheeran’s bodyguardThis conversation is a reminder that it’s not always a simple road to success - true success is a journey.
Tom Davis is Great Company.
Get tickets for Tom's 2026 tour, Spudgun HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Producer: Helen Burke & Jack Claramunt
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 04 Mar 2026 - 1h 10min - 118 - Introducing NearlyWeds with Molly and Tom
If you followed Sophie and my NearlyWeds journey, you’ll know just how wild, emotional and downright chaotic wedding planning can be. Now, it’s time for a brand new love story to take centre stage.
NearlyWeds with Molly & Tom follows the next reality-TV romance stepping into real life and straight down the aisle. From venue hunting and guest list politics to budget stress, family dynamics and the unexpected curveballs no one warns you about, Molly and Tom are letting you in on everything.
It’s heartfelt, hilarious and completely unfiltered. It's the behind-the-scenes of a love story you’re already invested in.
Here’s a sneak peek of NearlyWeds with Molly & Tom. It's now available on all your favourite podcast platforms.
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Tue, 03 Mar 2026 - 12min - 117 - Zara Larsson on Staying True to Yourself | GREAT MOMENTS
Zara Larsson is having a moment with her hit song, Midnight Summer. So, who better to feature as this week’s Great Moment…
One of pop’s brightest stars, Zara is sweet, magnetic and unapologetically herself. In this Great Moment, she talks about why it’s so important to make music she truly believes in, instead of getting caught up in what everyone else expects.
The BRIT nominee shares how easy it can be to lose yourself when you’re trying to please everyone and why seeing artists like Beyonce reach the top while staying true to who they are, means so much to her.
Whether you’re a creative, a dreamer or just someone trying to figure things out, this one’s for you. Make what YOU love, back yourself and the rest will follow.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Mon, 02 Mar 2026 - 12min - 116 - CHRIS OLSEN: “It’s Rehab or You Lose Us” - My Family Made Me Choose
Chris Olsen is one of the biggest social media stars in the world. He joined TikTok in 2020 and quickly became a viral sensation. I’ve admired him for a long time - his social media content is so funny, honest, and just impossible to scroll past.
But what I didn’t fully appreciate until this conversation was just how much he’s been through to get to where he is today.
Chris opens up about getting sober at 19 - before he’d ever had a legal drink - and the intervention that forced him into an impossible choice: choosing between his family and alcohol.
We cover:
His journey to sobriety and what it’s taught him The heartbreaking moment his mum told him she was an alcoholic How he handles online criticism without it defining himThe best advice Meghan Trainor ever gave him How Chris met his new boyfriend HarrisonThis conversation is about choosing yourself, even when it’s hard, and about building a life that feels worth protecting.
Chris Olsen is Great Company.
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This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at theaa.com/Great T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/best
THE CREDITS
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Producer: Helen Burke & Jack Claramunt
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 25 Feb 2026 - 1h 09min - 115 - Shirley Ballas on Growing Up Without a Dad | GREAT MOMENTS
We often talk about the impact our parents have on us growing up but what happens when one of them isn’t there?
For Shirley Ballas, growing up without a father didn’t just affect her childhood. It influenced her confidence, her relationships and how she saw herself - in ways she only began to understand much later in life.
In this Great Moment, Shirley opens up about the emotional gap her father left behind and how facing his death brought an unexpected closure.
This is for anyone who’s felt the quiet impact of someone missing.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at theaa.com/Great T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/best
THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Mon, 23 Feb 2026 - 13min - 114 - ADOLESCENCE CREATOR JACK THORNE on Golden Globes, Being an Outsider & the Dark Side of Social Media
You might not know Jack Thorne’s name but you’ll definitely know his work. He’s the award-winning writer behind Adolescence, Skins, This is England and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
For years, he has created intense, thought-provoking dramas - stories that speak to millions of us around the world. His work doesn’t just entertain, it creates conversations about who we are and the world we live in.
I loved this conversation with Jack. What surprised me most was learning that behind his success is someone who grew up feeling like he didn’t quite belong. It was through his writing that Jack found his purpose: telling stories that matter.
We cover:
Locking eyes with Leonardo DiCaprio during his Golden Globes speechAdolescence and the dark side of social media E.T. - the film that made Jack fall in love with cinema His creative partnership and friendship with Stephen GrahamHow his autism diagnosis helped him make sense of his pastIf you take one thing from this conversation, let it be this: stories have a quiet power to help us see the world, and ourselves, a little differently.
You can watch Jack's Lord of The Flies series now. All episodes are available on BBC iPlayer.
Jack Thorne is Great Company.
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This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at theaa.com/Great T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/best
THE CREDITS
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Producer: Helen Burke & Jack Claramunt
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 - 1h 00min - 113 - Prof Tim Spector: How Food is Affecting Your Mental Health | GREAT MOMENTS
We spend more than 2 HOURS every day thinking about food: what to eat, when to eat and what we’re craving next…
But how often do we stop to ask, is this actually what my body needs? And more importantly, how is my diet affecting the way I feel?
Professor Tim Spector is the co-founder of the ZOE health app and one of the world’s leading experts in gut health. His groundbreaking research has completely transformed the way we understand food.
In this Great Moment, he breaks down the powerful connection between our gut and brain, explaining how simple dietary changes can help lower levels of anxiety and depression.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at theaa.com/Great T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/best
THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Mon, 16 Feb 2026 - 14min - 112 - OLIVIA ATTWOOD: Why I'm Not Afraid To Be Alone Anymore
Olivia Attwood first captured the nation’s attention on Love Island, quickly becoming a fan favourite on series 3 of the show.
She’s gone on to build an incredible career across TV and radio and is loved for being open, honest and unapologetically herself.
I couldn’t wait to have Olivia on the pod - she’s been on my wish list for a while - and this conversation didn’t disappoint. Olivia opens up about the rollercoaster journey she’s been on, from the highs and lows of living life in the public eye to past relationships, self-acceptance and learning to be happy on her own.
We cover:
Why relationships take work and it’s easy to become disconnectedADHD and experiencing panic attacks as a childToxic relationships and dating men who don’t like womenWhat she really thinks about Only FansImproving her relationship with herself and embracing being aloneHer encounter with a jellyfish on Love IslandIf you take one thing away from this conversation, remember this: the most powerful thing you do is learn how to be there for yourself.
Olivia Attwood is Great Company.
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at theaa.com/Great T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/best
THE CREDITS
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Producer: Helen Burke & Jack Claramunt
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 11 Feb 2026 - 55min - 111 - Spencer Matthews on Losing Someone You Love | GREAT MOMENTS
There are moments in life that split everything into before and after. Losing someone you love is often one of them.
This Great Moment is for anyone who’s experienced loss or, watched someone they love change after it.
Spencer Matthews is one of my oldest friends, and in this conversation he opens up about losing his brother, Mike, when he was just 10 years old. He reflects on how that experience changed him, what grief has taught him and the clarity it can bring to everything else in life.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at theaa.com/Great T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/best
THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Mon, 09 Feb 2026 - 11min - 110 - JESY NELSON - PART 2: Why I Walked Away From Little Mix
This is part 2 of my conversation with the incredible Jesy Nelson.
Growing up in Romford, Jesy always dreamed of being on stage. But years of bullying slowly knocked her confidence until she stopped believing in herself, right up until The X Factor.
Auditioning for The X Factor changed Jesy’s life. Her dreams came true overnight but fame wasn’t what she thought it would be.
In part 2 of our conversation, Jesy opens up about what fame was really like and the relentless trolling that followed her. She shares the real reason she left Little Mix and why walking away was her only option.
We cover:
Being bullied as a child and how it led to alopeciaDancing with Diversity as a teenager Auditioning for The X Factor and Gary Barlow’s harsh commentsThe rollercoaster highs and lows of Little Mix Why leaving Little Mix was the best thing she ever did How motherhood has given her a new confidenceThis is one of those rare, real conversations. Jesy opens up about the journey that’s made her who she is today and I’m so grateful she trusted me with her story.
Jesy Nelson is Great Company.
For more information and support about Spinal Muscular Atrophy, head to smauk.org.uk
Jesy Nelson: Life after Little Mix launches on Prime Video on 13th February
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Fri, 06 Feb 2026 - 43min - 109 - JESY NELSON - PART 1: Becoming a Mum & The Fight No Baby Should Face
Jesy Nelson rose to global fame with Little Mix, experiencing the highest highs and lowest lows in the public eye. But nothing could have prepared her for motherhood.
Jesy’s world changed when her twin daughters, Ocean Jade and Story Monroe, were diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1, a rare and severe condition. Like many of us, my heart broke when I watched her video sharing the news.
For the first time on a podcast, Jesy opens up about her pregnancy, the endless hospital visits, the constant fear and the moment everything changed.
This conversation is raw, honest and incredibly powerful. Jesy, thank you for trusting us with your story. We’re sending you and your beautiful girls so much love.
Part 2 is out Friday 6th February. Jesy Nelson is Great Company.
For more information and support about Spinal Muscular Atrophy, head to smauk.org.uk
Jesy Nelson: Life after Little Mix launches on Prime Video on 13th February
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at theaa.com/Great T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/best
THE CREDITS
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 04 Feb 2026 - 46min - 108 - YUNGBLUD: Finding Confidence When You Don't Fit In | GREAT MOMENTS
Do you ever struggle with confidence? Or feel unsure of who you are or, who you’re meant to be? This Great Moment is for anyone who’s ever felt like they don’t quite fit in.
Yungblud, aka Dom Harrison, was our very first guest on Great Company, and after his HUGE Grammys win, it felt only right to revisit this conversation. Dom opens up about the difference between himself and the person he becomes on stage. He explains why creating Yungblud wasn’t a choice, but something he needed - a way to feel confident, accepted and like he truly belongs.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at theaa.com/Great T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/best
THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Mon, 02 Feb 2026 - 15min - 107 - SAM THOMPSON: Our Biggest MIC Fallout & Why Jamie Finally Said Sorry
Sam Thompson and I grew up together on Made in Chelsea. What started as a friendship on the show became something much deeper - he became like a brother to me. We spoke every day and he was there for me through some of the hardest moments in my life.
Then everything changed. We had our biggest fallout and it all played out on TV.
Since then, we’ve rebuilt our friendship. I’ve watched Sam turn one of the toughest years of his life into one of his best. This conversation looks back at what broke us and what brought us back together.
We cover:
- Growing up on Made In Chelsea
- Our biggest fallout and the phone call that brought us back together
- Sam’s first heartbreak and what it’s taught him
- Wanting to be a dad and Sam’s fear that time is running out
- Why 2025 ended up being Sam’s best year yet
This conversation is about how our hardest years can end up teaching us the most - and how it’s never too late to say sorry.
Sam Thompson is Great Company.
Sam's podcast with co-host Pete Wicks, Staying Relevant is available wherever you get your podcasts. Sam’s new ITV show ‘Celebrity Sabotage’ comes to your screens in February 2026. Sam is a proud ambassador for ADHD UK - please see here for more information, www.adhduk.co.uk.
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at theaa.com/Great T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/best
THE CREDITS
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 28 Jan 2026 - 1h 02min - 106 - Dr Federica Amati: What Alcohol is Really Doing to Your Body | GREAT MOMENTS
Are you doing dry January? Curious about sober living? Or trying to be more mindful about what you eat and drink? This Great Moment is for you.
Dr Federica Amati is a leading expert and Head Nutritionist at the health app ZOE. She was one of our first ever guests on Great Company and she completely changed the way I think about alcohol.
In this Great Moment, Dr Amati reveals the dangerous link between alcohol and breast cancer, explains why every unit matters and shares simple changes we can all make to our diet to live a happier, healthier life.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at theaa.com/Great T&Cs apply. Verify claims at theaa.com/best
THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Mon, 26 Jan 2026 - 14min - 105 - VANESSA WILLIAMS: Being the First Black Miss America Changed My Life - But Came at a Cost
Vanessa Williams is an absolute powerhouse. She’s a Grammy-nominated recording artist, an award-winning actor and a global cultural icon, known for roles in Ugly Betty, Desperate Housewives and currently starring as Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada on the West End.
At just 20 years old, Vanessa became the first Black woman to win the Miss America crown. It was a historic moment that changed her life overnight. But making history came at a cost: she faced de*th threats, FBI protection and a level of public scrutiny few could imagine.
In this episode, we cover:
How Vanessa broke barriers as the first Black woman to win Miss America Navigating de*th threats and hate after her win Singing live at the Super Bowl and the OscarsAging on camera and her thoughts on cosmetic surgeryWhat Vanessa's mum told Elton John when they metThis is a conversation about strength, resilience and refusing to be defined by other people.
Vanessa Williams is Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke & Rema Mukena
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 21 Jan 2026 - 1h 02min - 104 - Cat Burns on Grief | GREAT MOMENTS
Grief is something we’ll all experience at some point in our lives and that can feel quite daunting. But my conversation on Great Company with the incredible singer-songwriter Cat Burns completely changed the way I think about it.
In this Great Moment, Cat opens up about losing her dad and the impact that grief had on her. She reflects on how it reshaped the way she connects others, and why people who experience loss are often some of the most loving people you’ll ever meet.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Mon, 19 Jan 2026 - 13min - 103 - MIKA on Being Tormented by His Teacher & Finding Safety in Music
MIKA’s music is full of colour. It’s bold, joyful and instantly recognisable. It’s the kind of music that lifts you up and meeting MIKA, that same energy radiates through.
He’s lived a fascinating life, shaped by bright moments and darker ones too. In this conversation, we talk about the years before his success, the awkwardness of putting yourself out there and how, at his treasured white piano, he found a place of freedom where creativity led, identity didn’t need explaining and he could be himself.
We cover:
- Fleeing Beirut with his family after civil war broke out
- The teacher who tormented him and why he was forced to leave school
- How music became a warm ‘hug’ when everything else fell apart
- Turning up at Warner Music aged 12 with his demo tracks
- Celebrating his sexuality through his music
- Why embarrassment can be a force of good
MIKA’s story is a reminder that the things that make us different are often the very things that save us.
MIKA is Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby
Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Anthony Barter
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 14 Jan 2026 - 1h 03min - 102 - Robin Sharma on Finding Your Purpose | GREAT MOMENTS
Are you struggling to find your purpose? Unsure what - or who - you should be investing your time in. Well, this is a conversation you need to hear.
Robin Sharma is one of the world’s top leadership experts and author of one of my favourite books, The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari. He helps people discover their “why” and grow into the best version of themselves.
In this Great Moment, Robin challenged me to ask the hard questions: Are we really investing our time in the right places? He reminded me that often our purpose is right in front of us - we just need to notice it.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Mon, 12 Jan 2026 - 12min - 101 - DR ROBERT WALDINGER: This Is How You Make 2026 The Happiest Year of Your Life
We all want to be happy and live a good life but how do we actually get there? It’s a big question, and one that most of us don’t have a clear answer to. This episode will help you find your happiest self.
In fact, we’re often told that money, status and success are the keys to happiness. But according to professor and psychiatrist Dr Robert Waldinger, we’ve been getting it wrong.
Dr Waldinger is the director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, the longest-running study on happiness ever conducted. I was so excited to sit down with him to discuss what more than 85 years of research reveals about living a good life and how we can all make this year the happiest year of our lives - starting now.
We cover:
What really matters for long-term happinessHow to live a happy lifeWhy loneliness is one of the biggest threats to our wellbeingWhat we get wrong about happiness and how to get it rightThe most common unhealthy traits in our relationshipsSimple ways to meet people and make meaningful connectionsThis conversation will leave you feeling hopeful and give you a renewed appreciation for the people in your life.
Dr Robert Waldinger is Great Company.
Learn more about Dr Waldinger's book 'The Good Life ' HERE
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby
Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Anthony Barter
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 07 Jan 2026 - 1h 01min - 100 - Why We Choose Unhealthy Partners | ALAIN DE BOTTON THROWBACK
Happy New Year’s Eve!
As we get ready for a new year, I wanted to revisit one of my all-time favourite episodes of Great Company with the incredible Alain de Botton.
I’ve been lucky enough to sit down with Alain not once, but twice on the show and every time I speak to him, I come away feeling calmer, a little wiser and thinking about life in a new way.
I keep coming back to this episode because every time I do, I take something new from it. Alain’s insights into human connection, love and emotional growth are fascinating. They’ve shaped how I think about my relationships, my friendships and what it really means to grow into the best version of ourselves.
We cover:
How to navigate heartbreak Why our childhood is so informative on the rest of our lives Why funny people often have sad parents How attachment styles and past experiences can shape the way we love What actually is the meaning of lifeThis conversation is a gentle reminder that becoming a “new you” often starts with understanding the old one.
Alain De Botton is Great Company.
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 31 Dec 2025 - 59min - 99 - GREATEST COMPANY OF 2025
Wow. What a year.
2025 has been an unforgettable year for Great Company. We’ve had so many incredible guests who’ve shared funny, inspiring and truly special conversations on the show.
To celebrate another amazing year, I wanted to look back at some of those moments with you. These are conversations that made me see things differently, learn new things and reminded me how powerful it is to connect with others.
In this episode, we look back at six incredible guests:
Cat Burns on small talk Riordan Maynard’s time in US prisonJessie J opening up about her cancer diagnosis Amol Rajan on coping with the loss of his Dad Spencer Matthews reflecting on our friendship Alain de Botton on how to make friends and build meaningful connectionsYou can listen to their full episodes here:
https://open.spotify.com/show/5Kd2M4haIslbND5DN4E08C - CAT BURNS
https://open.spotify.com/episode/635kWmmWQ0OL0QrtBbIzj1 - RIORDAN
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3CbT2rzMmUQl67iBsIEwRW - JESSIE J
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2MnO1ZfAcdJgDgdsVyu8Kd - AMOL RAJAN
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6raoq8XWiSxRe1vkABkCev - SPENCER MATTHEWS
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3gfbmWug0Od4MiwP5J0Xaq - ALAIN DE BOTTON
And a BIG thanks to you for listening to the show - whether you’ve been here from the beginning or it’s a recent find, I really appreciate every single listen so thank you!
YOU are Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 24 Dec 2025 - 1h 15min - 98 - JASON DONOVAN on Dr*gs, Partying in the 90s & Why Having His Daughter Changed His Life
Jason Donovan is one of the most interesting people I’ve ever met. I grew up knowing him as the golden boy from Neighbours so, it was surprising to hear how desperate he was to shake off that teenage heart throb image.
Fame hit him young and fast, and before he’d had chance to figure out who he was, Jason found himself trapped in a world that expected him to stay the same blue eyed, blonde haired version of himself that everyone had fallen in love with.
In the ‘90s, he pushed back hard: three-day bender, a coc*ine overdose at LA’s Viper Room and using dr*gs to escape the squeaky-clean persona that followed him from Neighbours to the West End.
He doesn’t regret those years, but says they taught him a hell of a lot about himself.
We cover:
His need to shake off the teen heartthrob image and be “cool”Bingeing on coc*ine at the height of his fameHow becoming a dad changed everything and led him to quit dr*gsHis relationship with Kylie and how it’s followed him throughout his careerWhat it’s like to age in the public eyeThis conversation is a reminder that even the brightest stars carry shadows and that facing them can be the most powerful comeback of all.
Jason Donovan is Great Company.
This episode contains sensitive topic discussions including substance abuse. If you or someone you know is affected by anything in this episode and need support, please see the suggested helpline and website links below.
Coc*ine Anonymous UK
Frank
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 17 Dec 2025 - 1h 11min - 97 - MARY PORTAS: My Mother Died, My Father Disappeared & I Was Left Homeless At 19
Mary Portas is a retail expert who has built her career on instinct, creativity and a drive to do things differently.
She redefined Britain’s shopping culture in the 1990s, transforming Harvey Nichols from a tired department store into the ultimate shopping destination and later, became a household name through her hit TV series, Mary, Queen of Shops.
I first met Mary a few months ago and she completely blew me away. What I didn’t know then were the circumstances that pushed her into retail in the first place. By 19, Mary had lost both her parents and found herself homeless, suddenly responsible for supporting herself and her younger brother. What began as a search for a ‘proper’ job turned into the beginning of an extraordinary career.
We cover:
Losing both her parents by the age of 19Becoming homeless and finding her unexpected start in retailHer game-changing years at Harvey Nichols and the magic behind her iconic shop windowsHow her brother, Lawrence, became the biological father of her sonThe significant loves of Mary’s lifeIn this conversation, Mary reminded me that identity isn’t inherited, it’s created. And sometimes it’s only after losing everything that you learn how to build a life that feels like home.
Mary Portas is Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Executive Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Editor: Dan King
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 10 Dec 2025 - 1h 08min - 96 - KATE GARRAWAY: I'm No Longer Afraid To Seek Joy & Love After Losing My Husband
Kate Garraway is a woman who has lived several lifetimes. There’s the broadcaster we all know: bright, curious, endlessly warm. And then there’s the Kate who has weathered unimaginable change, held a family together through crisis, and somehow emerged with her hope and positivity intact.
This episode isn’t a retelling of headlines - it’s the Kate we rarely hear: a woman learning how to breathe again after six years of being on high alert and re-discovering her joy.
We cover:
Losing her husband and life after griefKate's wild years in her 30sHow she met her late husband DerekGrowing up with low confidenceStarting out in the TV industryCelebrity TraitorsKate showed me that strength isn’t about being unbroken, it’s about allowing yourself to be broken and choosing to rebuild.
Kate Garraway is Great Company.
You can find out more about Kate's new project, The Sharing Life, HERE
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 03 Dec 2025 - 1h 12min - 95 - JOANNE MCNALLY: The Identity Crisis of Being Adopted, Finding Success In My 30s and Why I’m Single
Joanne McNally is a hilarious woman. Her comedy has resonated with people all over the world, with her tours selling out wherever she goes, making history as the first Irish female comic to headline Dublin’s 3Arena. And with her podcast, ‘My Therapist Ghosted Me’, Joanne has become one of the most compelling, unfiltered voices in comedy right now.
What I love about Joanne is that she didn’t follow the “perfect plan”. She built her comedy career in her thirties after realising she wasn’t living the life she actually wanted. Feeling unfulfilled and eager to tap into her creative side, she took the most vulnerable parts of her past - being adopted and recovering from an eating disorder - and turned them into comedy that’s honest, fearless and completely her.
And that’s why people can’t get enough of her. She’s witty, she’s brutally truthful and genuinely hilarious.
We cover:
What is was like being adopted in Ireland in the 1980sHow Joanne used humour to get through tough timesHer journey recovering from an eating disorderHer career shift from publicist to an international comedianSearching for love on dating appsWhy her therapist actually ghosted herMy conversation with Joanne reminded me the story we’re born into isn’t the one we’re meant to stay in and that embracing your true voice can change everything.
Joanne McNally is Great Company.
You can listen to the Jo Brand episode HERE
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Jake Ji & Riley Kirby
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 26 Nov 2025 - 1h 09min - 94 - ALEX JONES: Having Kids Later In Life, The One Show and Davina McCall Invigilating My University Exams
Few presenters feel as instantly familiar as Alex Jones. For over 15 years, she has been the heart of The One Show and her warmth, wit and natural connection with people shines through. In real life, she’s an even brighter star, lighting up every room she enters.
What stands out about Alex is her disarming honesty. Despite decades in the spotlight, she speaks so openly about self-doubt and what it truly takes to stay grounded in an industry that’s always moving.
In our conversation, she shares some of the parts of her life rarely seen on camera. From growing up in West Wales with a ‘small town big dreams’ mentality to building a long-lasting career and supporting her husband through his mental health struggles.
We cover:
The importance of making mistakes to succeedSitting her university finals on the set of a reality TV showHow she broke into the TV industryHow Alex’s view on mental health changed after supporting her husband through his mental health battlesHer thoughts on Jermaine Jenas getting axed from The One ShowAlex reminded me that success isn’t just about talent it’s about consistency, empathy and courage.
Alex Jones is Great Company.
You can listen to the Rylan episode of the show HERE
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Audio: Rafi Amsili
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 19 Nov 2025 - 1h 07min - 93 - VIKKSTAR: The Sidemen Almost Ended Because Of Me
With an average of more than 1 billion hours of content watched every single day on YouTube, the platform vastly outperforms traditional television and signifies a huge change in the media landscape.
Vikkstar is a part of British YouTube royalty, the Sidemen. I have always been fascinated with the group and how they've managed to build a YouTube empire from constant content creation, crazy ideas and a strategy that works unbelievably well. I was so excited to sit down with Vikkstar and find out more about who he is and his incredible success.
We cover:
• How the Sidemen were formed
• Why Vikkstar felt like an outcast at the start of his YouTube career and how he overcome it
• The secrets behind the sidemen's success
• The importance of pushing yourself out of your comfort zone to gain success
• Making tough decisions in order to change for the better
• What happened when fans crashed his wedding
He is truly one of the hardest working people I have ever met. His dedication to success, passion for content and the talents that he brings to the Sidemen, is so impressive.
Vikkstar is Great Company
You can listen to the Italian Bach episode of the show HERE
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Editor: Dan King
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Audio: Rafi Amsili
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 12 Nov 2025 - 1h 18min - 92 - JILL SCOTT: Bullied For Being The Only Girl On The Football Pitch & Why It Made Me Determined Not To Quit
Jill Scott is England's second most capped player of all time. A Lioness legend, Euros winner and Queen of the Jungle, she is without a doubt one of the hardest working footballers that England has ever produced.
What I love about Jill is her determination to succeed, even when the odds are stacked against her. Growing up in Sunderland, she was bullied by her classmates - and their parents - for playing football. But she kept showing up, every single day, training harder than anyone else and never once gave up on her dreams.
Jill talks so openly about her vulnerabilities and the pressures she’s felt during her career. To hear someone who’s achieved so much, admit they’ve questioned themselves too… that’s seriously powerful.
We cover:
Being bullied as a child and how football taught her resilienceHow Jill builds confidence when she’s out of her comfort zoneThe mindset that made her one of England’s most-capped playersTackling imposter syndrome, anxiety, and how training keeps her mentally strongWhat sport can teach you about teamwork and being a good personLove, family and her hopes of becoming a parent one dayJill is one of those people who reminds you that you don’t have to be the loudest voice in the room to make an impact. You just need to show up, consistently, with heart.This conversation will make you laugh, think and hopefully encourage you to stay determined and keep chasing your dreams. Jill Scott is Great Company
Listen to Ashley Roberts' incredible episode of Great Company here
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Lydia Brownell
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Audio: Rafi Amsili
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
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Wed, 05 Nov 2025 - 1h 07min - 91 - DANI DYER on Confidence Struggles, Dad's Addictions & Why I Never Visited My Son's Father In Prison
We all fell for Dani Dyer when she appeared on Love Island back in 2018. She’s a proper family girl - lives just a 6 minute drive from her parents - she once tried living 20 minutes away but that was too far, and I think this is what people love about Dani: she’s warm, charming and down to earth. Her dad also happens to be the tough guy actor, Danny Dyer which makes her bubbly sweetness even more likeable. I was excited to have her into the studio for a proper chat.
What stood out to me the most about our chat was her battles with self confidence, which I believe something to be so universal. We all can suffer from lack of confidence, and all have our own worries, insecurities and anxieties and it is by opening up that we realise that we are not so alone.
We cover:
• Her struggles with confidence from a young age
• How an accident led her to Love Island - plus her dad’s reaction to her being on the show
• Failed relationships and what she’s learnt from them
• Her dad’s addiction struggles and the impact on her growing up
• How she dealt with the father of her first child going to prison
• Meeting her husband, Jarrod Bowen (and the song the fans like to sing)
Dani came across to me as such a bright spirit and a reminder to me that everyone has their own battles to fight and by opening up we are not so alone. Dani Dyer is Great Company.
You can check out Dani's clothing collection here: The Dani Dyer Clothing Collection | Peacocks
Listen to Live and Let Dyers podcast here
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Editor: Dan King
Assistant Producer: Rhoda Abrokwa
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Audio: Rafi Amsili
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
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Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Wed, 29 Oct 2025 - 1h 17min - 90 - Traitors & England Rugby Star, JOE MARLER: Being An Alpha Male Came At A Price
Joe Marler is a former England rugby player and currently on Celebrity Traitors who spent fifteen years as one of the sport’s biggest personalities, both on and off the pitch. He’s described himself as a bully who battled through a rocky career… and maybe that’s true. But what really stands out to me is how openly Joe now talks about his mental health and how passionate he is about encouraging other men to do the same.
Talking about your feelings can be really hard - it’s something I’ve found tough over the years too. But hearing someone like Joe, a proper “man’s man” speak so vulnerably is really refreshing.
Today’s episode we cover:
• Tackling toxic masculinity in rugby - learning that he didn’t need to be the alpha male all the time
• Why he thought quitting rugby would fix his depression
• How Joe has used his big personality for both good and evil
• His relationship with his wife Daisy who he credits with saving his life
• Why filming Celebrity Traitors was the most insane & best experience he’s ever had
Joe inspires me to be more open with my male friends. And to reach out, because you never know when someone is struggling… This conversation will make you laugh, make you think and hopefully encourage you to talk to your friends. Joe Marler is Great Company.
I've got a new book coming out, Boys Don't Cry which you can pre-order here: boysdontcry.co.uk
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Editor: Dan King
Assistant Producer: Rhoda Abrokwa
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Audio: Rafi Amsili
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
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Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Tue, 21 Oct 2025 - 1h 10min - 89 - PROFESSOR GREEN: Diagnosed With Autism Age 40 & Why Working Class Men Are Lost
Stephen Manderson aka Professor Green, in today’s episode really reminded me to listen. The most successful people are the ones who listen rather than talk, they learn rather than pretending to know it all. Although we come from totally different backgrounds, we’ve always connected in such a genuine way. We first met when life was very different; Stephen was dating my friend Millie Mackintosh. A lot has happened since then, a lot of growing up and self reflection...
When people come into the studio, sometimes they might ask to not discuss certain topics but Stephen was a complete open book, so no stone was left unturned…
We cover:
• His relationship with Millie Mackintosh
• Getting an autism diagnosis later in life, and how that has changed the way he looks at his past
• Surviving getting stabbed in the neck and how knife crime will remain high until we tackle poverty
• How he’s turned negative life experiences into learning opportunities
• The self reflection that comes with becoming a father
• Losing his father & Uncle to suicide and how he handles the grief
• Why we shouldn’t blame our elders for getting stuff wrong as they didn’t have access to therapy
Stephen is such a breath of fresh air. Our conversation reminded me how important it is to keep learning, keep being interesting and interested - keep growing as a person.
Professor Green is Great Company.
Professor Green has new music out which you can listen to here: https://drop.cobrand.com/d/ProfessorGreen/welcome-to-the-party?fbclid=PAdGRleANbYF9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABpxiZ7IFQomLPel2XvNLAzZTyts6f7ec5Yf8gJZPJDy4EZWy5GEQTN8oKh-1W_aem_7w4riV-g0zJirVldl3htAQ
And I've got a new book coming out, Boys Don't Cry which you can pre-order here: boysdontcry.co.uk
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram- @greatcompanypodcast
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Rhoda Abrokwa
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Audio: Rafi Amsili
Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Anthony Barter
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Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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Tue, 14 Oct 2025 - 1h 17min - 88 - RUNNA FOUNDER, BEN PARKER ON BUILDING ONE OF THE WORLD'S BIGGEST FITNESS APPS IN JUST 4 YEARS
You might not have heard of Ben Parker, but you’ve almost definitely heard of Runna — the incredible running app that just sold to Strava for millions
For me, this one’s probably my biggest regret but also one of my biggest lessons. A few years ago, a young entrepreneur came up to me after an event to tell me about his business. It sounded brilliant, but honestly… I couldn’t see it: “Why would a running app take off?” I thought. Well, that business was Runna, the app that’s now one of the biggest fitness apps in the world. And that young entrepreneur was Ben Parker. Missing the chance to invest in Ben’s vision taught me a powerful lesson: always look for the opportunity in someone else’s passion.
Fast-forward four years and Ben’s built — and sold — a business that most would call “impossible.” But behind that success is a story of sacrifice, pressure, and what ambition really costs. In today’s episode, Ben opens up like never before about the realities of building something extraordinary — the highs, the lows, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.
We cover:
How to turn your purpose into a thriving businessThe personal sacrifices behind successWhat makes a truly great founderHow to build a culture that winsWhat it really takes to make it to the topAs much as I’m still a little gutted I didn’t invest, I’m blown away by what Ben’s achieved — and I can’t wait to see what’s next for him.
This is one of those rare, raw conversations you don’t want to miss.
And I've got a new book coming out, Boys Don't Cry which you can pre-order here: boysdontcry.co.uk
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram- @greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Editor: Dan King
Assistant Producer: Rhoda Abrokwa
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Audio: Rafi Amsili
Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Anthony Barter
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Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, 07 Oct 2025 - 1h 01min - 87 - KATHERINE RYAN: HOW I CHANGED MY MINDSET & MADE A LIFE FOR ME & MY DAUGHTER
Katherine Ryan is a brilliant comedian, actress, writer and podcaster who says it exactly how it is.
I first met Katherine a few years ago and I’ve always admired her energy and determination to succeed. Long before she became one of the UK’s biggest comedians, she was working on the stand-up circuit while raising her daughter Violet as a single mum. Now, with an incredible career and her fourth child on the way, she’s still doing it all completely on her own terms.
We cover:
How Katherine navigated life as a single mum in her twentiesShifting her mindset: overcoming insecurities and embracing gratitudeHer journey to succeed in a male-dominated industryWhy she treats her kids as capable individuals, not babiesI love every conversation I have with Katherine - and this one was no different. It reminded me how we can always learn more about ourselves and the way we approach life.
Listen to Katherine’s new show, Write Me Dirty, where two comedians write FILTHY fiction about each other, here: OUT NOW!
And I've got a new book coming out, Boys Don't Cry which you can pre-order here: boysdontcry.co.uk
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram- @greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Editor: Dan King
Assistant Producer: Rhoda Abrokwa
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Audio: Rafi Amsili
Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Anthony Barter
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Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, 30 Sep 2025 - 54min - 86 - SPENCER MATTHEWS: OUR FIRST HONEST CONVERSATION ABOUT OUR FRIENDSHIP
Spencer Matthews is a very old friend of mine - we grew up together sharing some pretty embarrassing moments on television, making a name for ourselves as podcasters interviewing (and winding up) some of Hollywood’s finest, in our podcast, ‘6 Degrees’.
However, in the last few years, our friendship has begun to wane, and it’s a question I’m asked all the time: "Have you and Spencer fallen out?". To tell the truth, I've never really known the answer to this… We’ve hardly seen each other for a number of reasons, and so when he reached out about this recording, I thought it’s time to get to the bottom of this, because friendships are important and worth fighting for.
We cover:
Why he wasn’t invited to my London weddingWhere he was during my ultramarathonsWild stories of our time on Made In ChelseaSpencer shares the lowest points of his alcoholismHow the grief of losing his brother as a child, has impacted his capacity for emotionsThis podcast was created for connection in a world of disconnection, and this episode is quite raw for me. Like many men, I’m not always the greatest communicator, and I think Spencer would say the same for himself, so having this opportunity to sit down together, and lay it all out on the table was really special.
And I've got a new book coming out, Boys Don't Cry which you can pre-order here: boysdontcry.co.uk
I also sat down with Spencer on his podcast, Untapped, which, if you loved this, you can check out too: podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/untapped/id1788474884
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram- www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Rhoda Abrokwa
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Audio: Rafi Amsili
Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Anthony Barter
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Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, 23 Sep 2025 - 1h 07min - 85 - GSTAAD GUY: INSIDE THE MINDS OF THE ULTRA-RICH
Gstaad Guy is a creator I’ve followed for a few years, the anonymous creator who lifts the lid on the 0.01%. He gained fame for impersonating and poking fun at the lavish lifestyle of the ultra-wealthy in luxury ski resorts like Gstaad, created an alter ego, Cousin Colton, to represent the "new money" crowd.
The fascinating thing about Gstaad guy is that despite satirising the ultra-wealthy, poking fun at their absurdity, he is loved by billionaires, with a huge concentration of them among his following. I was absolutely fascinated to have him in the studio to find out more…
We cover:
The madness of Gstaad, the secret billionaire hide out in SwitzerlandThe inspiration behind the character of ConstantineWhy we’re obsessed with wealthThe issues wealthy parents instil in their kidsHow we find happiness and dealing with failureHow he ended up working with luxury brands like Loro Piana and Audemars PiguetThis conversation really opened my eyes to how some people live, but how ultimately, regardless of money, we’re all find happiness in connection with others.
And I've got a new book coming out, Boys Don't Cry which you can pre-order here: boysdontcry.co.uk
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram- www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Rhoda Abrokwa
Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett
Audio: Rafi Amsili
Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Anthony Barter
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Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, 16 Sep 2025 - 58min - 84 - TIM KEY ON THE BALLAD OF WALLIS ISLAND, FAMILY & WHAT HE'S REALLY LIKE WHEN THE CAMERAS ARE OFF
Tim Key is a poet, a comic and someone who I developed an unlikely friendship with through various television appearances together. A few months ago, I went to see The Ballad of Wallis Island and was totally blown away by Tim who not only starred in the movie, but wrote it too. He is a total star and I was excited to have him in the studio - his dry wit combined with my restless energy always makes for a fun time.
Tim is quite a personal guy, and like many comics, uses humour to deflect, but he shared a side of him I’d never really seen.
We cover:
How Tim faked going to Cambridge to get into the Footlights theatre groupBrotherly relationships and how some memories shape usFilming and writing The Ballad of Wallis IslandThe loneliness of LABecoming a comedian and summers in EdinburghI loved this conversation - it’s a little more lighthearted than other episodes, but within that light, we are still able to uncover the deep.
Tim shared some poems from his new book, L.A. Baby! which you can find here: www.utterandpress.co.uk/
And I've got a new book coming out, Boys Don't Cry which you can pre-order here: boysdontcry.co.uk
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram - www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Editor: Dan King
Video: Jake Ji
Audio: Rafi Amsili
Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Anthony Barter
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, 09 Sep 2025 - 1h 04min - 83 - ALAIN DE BOTTON: WHY MAKING FRIENDS AS AN ADULT FEELS IMPOSSIBLE (BUT ISN'T)
Alain de Botton came on the show one year ago and totally blew me away. We spoke about relationships with parents, partners, attachment styles and so much more. And now he’s back and we’re talking all about a relationships we often overlook but is potentially one of the most important in our lives: friendship.
Alain artfully dissects the issues we run into with deepening our friendships, why it’s so scary to vulnerable but how and why letting people in can lead us to a richer life.
We cover:
How to open up to having more meaningful friendshipsSexual anxiety in friendship particularly among menHow polyamory could be born from a lack of real friendshipFriendship break-ups and why they can be a good thingWhy people might be bad friendsHow to argue well in relationshipsAs expected, my mind was well and truly blown again. This conversation reminded me we can all have richer relationships if we take down our guards and ask the questions we really want to be asked.
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram - www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
If you'd like to get Alain's latest book, 'The Secrets of Successful Friendships', you can find it here: shop.theschooloflife.com/products/the-secrets-of-successful-friendships
You can also hear more about The School Of Life here: www.theschooloflife.com/signup/
And I’m also releasing a book, ‘Boys Don’t Cry’ which you can pre-order here: https://boysdontcry.co.uk/
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Video: Jake Ji
Audio: Rafi Amsili
Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Anthony Barter
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, 02 Sep 2025 - 1h 20min
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