We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson

DJ AG became one of the internet’s most recognisable street DJs through his viral TikTok LIVE performances, hosting stars including Will Smith, Skepta and Ne-Yo. But long before the millions of views, Ash was growing up in Tottenham, working at McDonald’s, building a corporate career and only taking the leap into full-time DJing at 37. Ash opens up about a health scare that led him to get his prostate checked, and why fear and stigma still stop some men from doing the same. He explains why the issue is especially important for Black men, and how speaking publicly about his own experience encouraged others to get tested. He also looks back at taking his DJ setup onto the streets, being arrested while livestreaming, and the moment Will Smith joined him on the decks. Ash reveals what happened behind the scenes, and how his street sets grew from a few people watching online into appearances with some of the world’s biggest artists. But behind the viral moments is a deeper purpose. AG shares how his grandmother’s dementia inspired him to perform in care homes, and why bringing people joy through music has become the most important part of what he does. DJ AG, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of of prostate cancer and dementia. We have included links to support resources here: Prostate Cancer UK: https://linkly.link/2tkKz  Dementia UK: https://linkly.link/2tkKj  Alzheimer's Research UK https://linkly.link/2tkKt  Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow DJ AG here: https://www.instagram.com/djagonline https://www.tiktok.com/@djagonline (00:00) Intro to DJ AG (02:05) Childhood in Tottenham (05:36) The Music Scene in Tottenham (07:32) AG as a Child (10:25) AG’s Family Situation Growing Up (16:48) Prostate Cancer and the Importance of Getting Checked (21:08) AG’s Relationship With His Mum and Dad (27:27) DJ AG Reads a Letter From His Mum (29:49) Anthropic Ad (31:09) How AG Discovered His Love of DJing (46:08) The Art of DJing (49:21) Why AG Became a Full-Time DJ (57:21) Cometeer Ad (58:57) Taking DJ Sets Outdoors (01:10:51) AG’s Most Notable Guests (01:17:05) AG’s Community Work and DJing in Care Homes (01:19:38) Huel Ad (01:20:48) AG Fest (01:22:19) What Is DJ AG’s Greatest Fear? (01:27:27) AG’s Outlook on Dating and Relationships (01:30:30) Paul Reads a Letter From AG’s Dad (01:36:27) Most Memorable Conversation (01:39:42) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by:  Anthropic - https://www.claude.ai/talk  Cometeer - https://cometeer.com/PAUL for $20 off your first order   Huel - http://uk.huel.com/WNTT use code WNTT for £10 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Strictly Come Dancing legends Shirley Ballas and Ore Oduba reveal what really happens behind the scenes of television’s biggest show. From surviving severe online hate and high-stakes audition blunders to navigating intense imposter syndrome, Shirley and Ore share the emotional lows, career pivots, and life-changing moments that come with performing in front of 14 million people. We're Talking Strictly Come Dancing! (00:00) Intro(01:13) Ore's Strictly Journey and Finding Himself Through Dance (12:13) How Shirley Became a Strictly Judge (17:42) Why Strictly Became a National Phenomenon (19:22) How Shirley Feels About Strictly's Critics (21:19) Why Shirley Loves Being Part of Strictly (22:55) The Celebrity Shirley Would Love to See on Strictly (23:40) The Most Surprising Strictly Contestants Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly Osbourne opens up about Ozzy Osbourne’s final days, growing up in The Osbournes and the reality of becoming famous as a teenager in her first sit-down since her father’s passing. She reflects on her father’s death, why she believes he was preparing her for his passing, and her complicated relationship with her sister Aimee. Kelly looks back at the overnight success of The Osbournes, being followed by paparazzi and relentlessly scrutinised for her appearance. She also revisits the backlash she received after the BRITs, when comments about her body overshadowed her father’s lifetime achievement award, and the impact the press had on her confidence and mental health. She opens up about addiction and the pain she was trying to escape, including one of the darkest periods of her life while her mother was battling cancer. Kelly reflects on returning to drinking after her father’s death and how grief and motherhood have brought her into a new chapter - finally ready to step beyond being “Ozzy Osbourne’s daughter” and build a life on her own terms. Kelly Osbourne, We Need To Talk This episode includes topics of suicidal ideation, body image, addiction and grief. If these subjects are difficult for you, please watch with care. We have included links to support resources here: Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z    CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b    Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Kelly here: https://www.instagram.com/kellyo https://www.tiktok.com/@kellyosbourneyo (00:00) Intro (02:01) Kelly Reads A Letter From Paul's Wife Jill (05:15) Losing Her Father Ozzy Osbourne (08:14) Growing Up In England (12:07) Moving To LA At 13 (15:23) The Osbournes And Party Years (25:29) The Press And Body Image (27:23) The BRITs Backlash (33:52) Huel Ad (34:55) The Osbournes Changed Reality TV (38:17) Life Inside The Osbournes (48:52) Becoming Famous Overnight (01:02:20) Addiction And Escaping Pain (01:06:31) Working With Joan Rivers (01:08:43) Finding Her Own Identity (01:10:35) Her Bond With Ozzy Osbourne (01:11:51) Surprise Photo (01:14:18) Sharon And Ozzy's Love Story (01:17:52) Why Family Mattered To Ozzy Osbourne (01:27:36) Ozzy's Final Months (01:28:59) Sharon Behind Ozzy's Success (01:37:35) Her Relationship With Jack (01:40:04) Becoming A Mother (01:44:53) Working With Dolly Parton (01:55:21) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by:  Huel - http://uk.huel.com/WNTT use code WNTT for £10 off  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TW: This episode discusses suicide and mental health. Nadiya Hussain and Tyler West open up about their experiences with mental health, from childhood trauma, bullying and the pressure of identity to depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts. Nadiya opens up about the bullying she experienced throughout her childhood, how it shaped her relationship with her identity, self-worth and trust, and the impact of growing up in a home where difficult emotions were rarely spoken about. She also reflects on her faith, motherhood and the importance of creating a space where her children can talk openly about their feelings and mental health. Tyler shares the life-changing trauma of witnessing a murder at 14, the PTSD that followed and how keeping it all inside eventually led to a suicide attempt. He reflects on finding his voice, the importance of talking about what we’re going through, and how the things that have broken us can sometimes become our greatest strength. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. We’ve included support charities below: Samaritans: https://g2ul0.app.link/xghDmmYV4Wb Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): https://g2ul0.app.link/npaQKXUV4Wb (00:00) Intro (00:35) Nadiya Opens Up About Being Bullied at School (03:15) How Bullying Impacted Nadiya's Mental Health (04:23) Nadiya Opens Up About Her Suicide Attempt and What Saved Her (07:40) Nadiya's Lifelong Struggle With Anxiety and the Importance of Speaking Out (13:26) Tyler Shares the Traumatic Event He Witnessed as a Child (18:41) How Childhood Trauma Impacted Tyler's Mental Health (21:28) Tyler Opens Up About His Suicide Attempt and What Saved Him Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Star of Botched and The Swan, Dr Terry Dubrow became one of reality TV’s most recognisable surgeons, but this conversation reveals what was really happening behind the shows that made him famous.  Terry looks back at the shows that made him famous, from the backlash surrounding The Swan and Bridalplasty to why he initially thought Botched was a terrible idea. He reflects on what producers pushed for behind the scenes, the moments he refused to cross a line with patients, and why surgical training can create the confidence - and “God complex” - needed to make life-or-death decisions. He also confronts the darker side of cosmetic surgery, from dangerous BBLs and medical tourism to the rise of “looksmaxxing”. Terry revisits the patient no surgeon would touch after concrete-like material was injected into her face, and the operation he created after 11 other surgeons had refused to help her. He also explores how Ozempic, GLP-1s and rapid weight loss are changing the face of cosmetic medicine. Away from surgery, Terry opens up about fame, family, staying strong at 67, and the extraordinary story of forging Heather Dubrow’s signature to get her onto The Real Housewives of Orange County. Funny, provocative and unexpectedly personal, this is Dr Terry Dubrow beyond Botched. Dr Terry Dubrow, We Need To Talk   Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Dr Terry here: https://www.instagram.com/drdubrow (00:00) Intro (02:20) Paul And Dr Terry Discuss PK (04:24) How Dr Terry Stays Fit At 67 (09:03) Why Dr Terry Became a Cosmetic Surgeon (16:07) Dr Terry on The Swan and Its Controversy (24:46) Why The Swan Was Cancelled (27:02) Inside The Controversial Bridalplasty TV Show (36:06) Anthropic Ad (37:27) How Dr Terry Joined Real Housewives (41:59) How Botched Became A Hit (46:53) The Patient No Surgeon Would Touch (51:49) Rajee's Message To Dr Terry (56:50) Why BBLs Can Be Deadly (01:01:19) The Dangers Of Medical Tourism (01:04:33) Dr Terry Gives Paul Breast Implants (01:07:36) How Beauty Trends Change Surgery (01:12:12) Dr Terry On GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs (01:24:27) Why Looksmaxxing Is Dangerous (01:30:39) Inside Dr Terry's Marriage (01:33:18) What Fatherhood Taught Dr Terry (01:37:32) Dr Terry Reads Heather's Letter (01:41:11) Dr Terry's Most Memorable Conversation (01:43:21) Paul's Biggest Takeaways Sponsored by: Anthropic - https://www.claude.ai/talk  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr Tara Swart reveals the surprising neuroscience behind love, attraction and relationships - from the hormones that drive bonding to the hidden signals our brains use when choosing a partner. She explains why oxytocin is so important for love and trust, how stress can affect our relationships, why smell can be a powerful attraction signal, and what happens in the brain when a new relationship becomes sexual. Tara also explores why delaying sex may help create stronger bonds, and how evolution continues to influence who we find attractive. We're Talking Relationship Neuroscience! (00:00) Intro (00:30) How the Brain Shapes Our Relationships (02:32) The Key Parts of the Brain That Affect Relationships (04:09) How Dr Tara Defines Love (06:40) The Brain Chemicals Behind Love and Relationships (13:00) How Smell Influences Romantic Attraction (16:38) The Science Behind Physical Attraction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GK Barry became one of the internet’s biggest personalities, but this conversation reveals the Grace Keeling behind the fame, the jokes and the confidence. She reflects on being bullied at school, feeling desperate to fit in, and learning to make people laugh before anyone could laugh at her. Grace opens up about her relationship with her body, becoming obsessed with being thin, and how the attention that came with changing her appearance reinforced everything she believed about herself. She also speaks about witnessing racism through her dad Andrew, discovering her sexuality, and falling in love with Ella Rutherford - from the fear of letting people know to finding a relationship where she finally feels accepted for who she is. For the first time, Grace shares an experience from when she was 17 involving a 27-year-old man, and the years of confusion and self-blame that followed. She explains why she didn't report what happened at the time, the advice she was given by police, and how it took her years to understand what had happened to her and recognise that it wasn't her fault. Funny, honest and deeply vulnerable, this is GK Barry ready to tell her story. GK Barry, We Need To Talk Content warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and disordered eating. We have included links to support charities and resources here: The Rape Crisis England & Wales 24/7 Support Line is available day and night on 0808 500 2222, with free online chat also available on their website https://linkly.link/2sHpO Beat Eating Disorders https://linkly.link/2sHpG MIND: https://linkly.link/2dx8b Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow GK Barry here: https://www.instagram.com/gkbarry_/ https://www.tiktok.com/@gkbarry Buy Grace’s Book - It's Giving Life: A Guide to Surviving and Thriving: https://linkly.link/2sHqS (00:00) Intro (01:37) How Paul and Grace First Met (03:37) Grace vs GK Barry: What's the Difference? (06:53) Why Grace Wanted to Come on We Need To Talk (10:04) Growing Up Outside the UK (15:15) Stepdad's Impact on Grace's Life (18:38) Moving Back to the UK as a Child (26:10) Shopify Ad (27:23) Not Fitting In At School (44:41) Struggles With Appearance (52:45) Career Ambitions After Leaving School (57:06) Paul Surprises Grace With A Letter (01:07:23) The GK Barry Persona (01:10:06) How Grace Monetised Her Social Media Success (01:15:05) Grace's Rise From TikTok to Television (01:21:48) Huel Ad (01:22:55) Grace on Writing Her First Book (01:25:14) Grace Opens Up About Her Experience of Sexual Assault (01:37:47) When Grace Realised She Was Attracted to Women (01:42:16) How Grace and Ella Met (01:46:54) Why Grace and Ella's Relationship Works (01:52:43) Grace Reads a Letter From Ella (01:57:17) Grace's Love of Prosecco (01:59:48) Most Memorable Conversation (02:02:15) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Huel - http://uk.huel.com/WNTT use code WNTT for £10 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul sits down with world-renowned relationship experts John and Julie Gottman to uncover the science behind love, marriage and lasting connection. They reveal why happy couples still argue, why 69% of relationship problems never truly go away, and why conflict itself isn’t what destroys relationships. From the small daily behaviours that strengthen intimacy to the habits that can slowly damage a partnership, the Gottmans share decades of research into what makes relationships thrive. A fascinating conversation about love, trust, communication and the secrets behind couples who stay together. (00:00) Intro (00:28) Is Marriage Outdated? (07:43) The Gottmans Define a Successful Relationship (12:28) The Gottmans Explain the 6-Second Kiss (16:20) The Number One Cause of Arguments in Relationships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love Island 2026 finalists Simba and Angelista reveal what really happened in the Love Island villa, from their relationship and the “villain edit” to the moments viewers never saw. The Love Island couple open up about falling in love on the show, exploring other connections, public pressure and Angelista’s experience as a Black woman in the villa. Simba also opens up about growing up with his mother’s motor neurone disease, becoming one of her carers and how that responsibility shaped his ambition, emotions and the man he became. Together, Simba and Angelista revisit the private conversations that brought them closer, the moments that tested their relationship and what it was like falling in love under constant scrutiny. Angelista also speaks candidly about desirability, representation and the pressure she felt knowing Black women were watching her experience unfold. Raw, vulnerable and deeply personal, this is Simba and Angelista revealing the relationship and pressures that existed beyond the Love Island edit. Simba and Angelista, We Need To Talk Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Simba and Angelista here: https://www.instagram.com/simbakudyiwa/ https://www.instagram.com/angelistagundax/ https://www.tiktok.com/@angelistagundax (00:00) Intro (02:07) Why Simba Wanted To Talk (08:21) Did Simba Fall in Love on Love Island? (12:07) Simba's North London Upbringing & Zimbabwean Heritage (14:03) Simba's Mother's Health Condition (23:09) Simba's Parents' Divorce (29:33) How Simba Cares for His Mother (33:39) How Simba Applied for Love Island (36:41) Simba's First Impressions of Angie (40:20) Anthropic Ad (42:09) Angie's First Impressions of Simba (44:01) How Simba & Angie Established a Connection (47:22) The First Test of Their Relationship (52:17) Being a Black Couple on Love Island (54:55) When Simba & Angie Fully Trusted Each Other (58:33) Their Thoughts on Finishing Third (01:01:17) Did Angie Find Love on Love Island? (01:05:17) Angie's Experience as a Black Woman on Love Island (01:12:28) Why Angie Felt She Had Limited Options in the Villa (01:16:20) Diversity in Reality TV (01:19:57) The Positives of Angie's Love Island Experience (01:25:55) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Anthropic - https://www.claude.ai/talk  Sync ID: MB01HWZIBVN2A3S  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Perrie Edwards sits down with Paul to reveal how a painfully shy girl with no confidence was pushed into auditioning for The X Factor and became one quarter of Little Mix. (00:00) Intro (00:24) Perrie's Childhood and Moving Around Growing Up (04:07) Perrie Opens Up About Her Childhood Health Issues (08:13) How Perrie's Childhood Shaped Her as an Adult (11:20) Perrie on Living Without a Sense of Smell (17:57) When Perrie Realised She Wanted to Become a Singer (24:17) The Story Behind Perrie's X Factor Audition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farrah Abraham opens up about MTV’s 16 and Pregnant, Teen Mom, becoming pregnant at 16, and losing the father of her daughter while she was still carrying Sophia. Farrah revisits being pregnant as she stood at Derek’s casket, the last words they exchanged, and the grief that followed while millions watched her become one of reality TV’s most controversial stars. Farrah also reveals the reality behind Teen Mom, from the period she says she was living in her car while filming to the pressure of processing Derek’s death in the public eye. She reflects on fame, money, plastic surgery, her sex tape and why she now sees some of her most public decisions through the lens of depression, trauma and a desperate need to feel loved. Now, with Sophia approaching adulthood, Farrah reflects on therapy, breaking patterns from her own childhood and choosing a different relationship with her daughter. Raw, unpredictable and deeply personal, this is Farrah Abraham confronting the moments the world judged without knowing what was happening behind them. Farrah Abraham, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of mental health. If you’re struggling, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z    CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Farrah here: https://www.instagram.com/farrahabraham https://www.tiktok.com/@farrahabraham (00:00) Intro (03:32) Farrah Abraham's Childhood and Upbringing in Iowa (04:40) Paul Shows Farrah a Childhood Photo With Her Parents (06:13) Farrah Opens Up About the Reality of Her Childhood (13:41) Paul Shows Farrah a Photo With Her Ex Derek (14:58) Farrah and Derek's Relationship Before 16 and Pregnant (20:26) The Last Time Farrah Saw Derek (25:22) How Farrah Found Out Derek Had Died (28:44) Farrah Opens Up About Derek's Funeral (32:04) Farrah's Experience Filming 16 and Pregnant (37:45) Huel Ad (39:07) Teen Mom and Farrah's Tumultuous Relationship With Producers (46:06) The Story Behind Farrah Abraham's Sex Tape (51:51) Why Farrah Was Fired From Teen Mom (54:51) Farrah Opens Up About Her Arrests (56:54) Farrah's Relationship With Her Parents Today (59:59) Farrah on Cosmetic Surgery and Body Dysmorphia (01:07:05) Has Farrah Been in Love Since Derek? (01:08:28) What Farrah Looks for in a Relationship (01:12:46) Farrah Reveals Her Best and Worst Dates (01:15:12) Paul Shows Farrah a Photo With Her Daughter Sophia (01:17:23) How Farrah Has Changed as a Mother (01:20:38) How Farrah Helps Sophia Navigate Growing Up in the Public Eye (01:25:48) Farrah Reads a Letter From Her Daughter Sophia (01:30:08) Why Farrah Abraham Is Running for Office in Texas (01:36:22) Most Memorable Conversation (01:42:04) Paul's Takeaways Huel - https://uk.huel.com/WNTT Try Huel Black Edition ramen , use code WNTT for £10 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Kemsley sits down with Paul to reveal the reality of filming The Real Housewives of Beverley Hills with ex-wife Dorit. (00:00) Intro (00:39) How PK Joined The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (07:08) PK's Life Before The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (09:07) How RHOBH Impacted PK's Family Life (12:00) The Behind-the-Scenes Politics of RHOBH (14:44) Why PK Left The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (17:57) Does PK Love Himself Today? (20:29) PK Opens Up About Online Trolls and Reality TV Fame Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vikkstar opens up about the extraordinary rise of the Sidemen, the relentless work that built his YouTube career, and what happens when the group you built your life around begins to change. He reflects on KSI’s departure, the future of the Sidemen, and why they never really had an exit plan. Vik looks back on going from a quiet teenager who never felt like he fitted in to turning down a place at UCL and spending up to 16 hours a day making videos. He reveals how YouTube became his entire identity, why he sometimes went days without speaking to anyone in real life, and how seven gamers accidentally created one of the biggest creator groups in the world. He also speaks candidly about living with Crohn’s disease, the reality of having an incurable condition, and the impact years of relentless work had on his health and perspective. Vik reflects on criticism, success, money and the point at which he realised he needed a life beyond views, uploads and Vikkstar123. From scoring at Wembley after being the kid nobody picked for football to building businesses alongside the Sidemen, this is a conversation about obsession, friendship, reinvention and the hidden cost of turning your childhood hobby into your whole life. Vikkstar, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of mental health. If you’re struggling, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z    CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Vikkstar here: https://www.instagram.com/vikkstar https://www.tiktok.com/@vikkstar (00:00) Intro(02:18) Upbringing in Sheffield(09:39) Vikkstar’s Pet Duck(15:58) Identity as a Teenager(17:03) How Vikkstar Started Making Gaming Videos on YouTube(21:48) Why Vikkstar Started Appearing on Camera(23:31) Realising YouTube Could Become a Business(31:25) Shopify Ad(32:27) Reality of Growing a YouTube Channel(42:35) Paul Shows Vikkstar a Photo of The Sidemen(43:42) How The Sidemen Were Formed(49:28) The Sidemen's Goals and How They've Changed Over Time(53:14) What It Was Really Like Living in the Sidemen House(01:00:17) Dealing With Online Criticism(01:04:31) Inside The Sidemen Business Empire(01:08:50) How The Sidemen Handle Disagreements(01:12:23) The Sidemen's Latest Projects(01:17:00) Vikkstar's Music and DJ Career(01:23:50) Struggle With Crohn's Disease(01:33:32) Proposed Social Media Ban for Under-16s(01:36:18) Future Goals(01:38:01) Advice to His Younger Self(01:40:27) Most Memorable Conversation(01:43:23) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Divorce lawyer James Sexton breaks down what divorce really means, what you need to know before leaving a marriage, and why the smartest decisions are often made long before the legal paperwork begins. James explains how divorce works, what happens when a marriage is legally terminated, and the key questions people should consider before starting the process. From dividing assets to preparing for what comes next, this episode offers clear guidance for anyone considering divorce or trying to understand it. We're Talking Divorce (00:00) Intro (00:30) James' Definition of Divorce (02:28) What to Do if You're Unhappy in Your Marriage (07:40) When Should You Speak to a Divorce Lawyer? (12:04) Three Things to Know Before Getting Married (14:46) The Number One Cause of Divorce (19:42) The Future of Marriage and Divorce Rates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reality TV star Trewley Precious opens up about the strict family rules that shaped her childhood, the freedoms her brothers had that she did not, and the personal cost of sharing her life publicly. The Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives star and TikTok creator reflects on growing up with both Gypsy and non-Gypsy heritage, and the criticism she received after telling her family’s story. Raised on a council estate by a Gypsy father and non-Gypsy mother, Trewley explains why her estate became her safe space and how fear, loyalty and survival shaped her understanding of love and freedom. She also speaks candidly about leaving an unhealthy relationship, losing her father to cancer and entering Tempting Fortune during one of the most painful periods of her life. Trewley reveals why winning the show gave her the validation she had always wanted from her dad. Trewley explains how she pitched Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives herself, why the series sparked debate and why it represents her family’s experience rather than every Gypsy woman’s story. Raw, funny and deeply personal, this is a conversation about identity, grief, cultural pressure and breaking generational cycles. Trewley Precious, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of mental health. If you’re struggling, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z    CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Trewley here: https://www.instagram.com/trewleyprecious https://www.tiktok.com/@itstrewleyprecious (00:00) Intro (03:18) Trewley's Essex Childhood (07:01) Trewley's Gypsy Heritage (19:07) Paul Shows Trewley a Childhood Photo (21:40) Strict Gypsy Traditions and Family Rules (33:58) How Trewley Started Creating Content (50:38) Filming Tempting Fortune (54:34) Trewley's Dad's Death Impacted Her Family and the Gypsy Community (58:31) Shopify Ad (59:33) How Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives Was Created (01:01:33) The Positive Impact of Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives (01:06:07) Trewley Reads an Emotional Letter (01:10:23) Behind the Scenes of Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives (01:17:58) Trewley's Siblings on Filming Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives (01:25:56) Dating and Relationships (01:30:09) Mission to Change Perceptions of the Gypsy Community (01:39:08) Most Memorable Conversation (01:43:40) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before The X Factor, there was Popstars - the reality show that created Hear’Say, led to Liberty X and changed British pop culture overnight. Myleene Klass and Michelle Heaton share what really happened behind the scenes, from being thrown into overnight fame and branded winners and losers, to the press-fuelled rivalry between the two groups, the money they never saw and the mismanagement that helped bring it all crashing down. We're Talking Popstars! (00:00) Intro (00:30) How Michelle Was Cast on Popstars (03:41) What Happened After Popstars Ended? (06:33) How Liberty X Was Formed (10:44) The Manufactured Rivalry Between Liberty X and Hear'Say (13:54) The Rise and Success of Liberty X (15:54) How Myleene Klass Was Cast on Popstars (17:45) How Popstars Changed Myleene Klass's Life (21:49) The Wild West of the Music Industry in the 2000s (25:33) Why Hear'Say Split Up (29:06) Myleene Klass's Favourite Memory From Hear'Say Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Celebrity Big Brother winner Chantelle Houghton opens up about overnight fame, her relationship with Preston, the loneliness behind the headlines, and the years she spent staying silent about what she was going through. 20 years after entering the Big Brother house as the only non-celebrity, Chantelle reflects on going from 80p in her bank account to earning £1 million in six months. She revisits the pressure of becoming one of the most recognisable women in Britain, losing friends, struggling with her identity, and realising that having everything did not stop her from feeling completely alone. Chantelle also speaks candidly about falling for Preston, why they should never have married, and how their relationship changed once the cameras disappeared. She opens up about Page 3, the darker side of the entertainment industry, living in fear, and the moment she decided she no longer wanted to hide. Raw, revealing and deeply personal, this is Chantelle Houghton ready to reclaim her story and live life on her own terms. Chantelle Houghton, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of mental health. If you’re struggling, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z    CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Chantelle here: https://www.instagram.com/chantelle_houghton/ https://www.tiktok.com/@chantelle_houghton (00:00) Intro (02:10) Why Chantelle Is Speaking Out Now (05:44) Childhood in Essex (08:39) Life Before Celebrity Big Brother (16:08) Being Cast on Celebrity Big Brother (21:03) How Chantelle Dealt with Fame Overnight (31:04) Davina McCall Surprises Chantelle (34:39) Life After Celebrity Big Brother (38:43) Huel Ad (39:48) Relationship with Preston (42:15) Marriage to Preston (46:42) Why Chantelle and Preston Divorced (48:24) The Return to Big Brother (50:17) Never Mind the Buzzcocks (52:25) Class in Britain (58:00) Preston Surprises Chantelle (01:01:25) Chantelle’s Agent After Big Brother (01:06:14) Motherhood and Raising Her Daughter (01:07:55) Chantelle Reflects on Toxic Relationship (01:16:24) Chantelle's Relationship Today (01:20:53) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Huel - https://uk.huel.com/WNTT Try Huel Black Edition ramen, use code WNTT for £10 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

15 years after Amy Winehouse’s passing, Blake Fielder-Civil reflects on one of music’s most talked-about and misunderstood love stories. From meeting Amy in Camden to the intensity of their relationship and the heartbreak that helped shape Back to Black, this conversation looks beyond the headlines at love, fame, addiction, and the complexity of remembering someone the world thought it knew. (00:00) Intro (00:31) How Blake and Amy Winehouse First Met (03:21) What First Attracted Blake to Amy Winehouse? (07:09) Blake Addresses Rumours About Dating Other People During Their Relationship (11:13) Amy Winehouse's Relationship With Fame (13:57) Paul Shows Blake a Photo of Him and Amy Together (16:44) The Huge Success of Back to Black (21:42) How Blake and Amy Rekindled Their Relationship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joey Graceffa opens up about YouTube fame, Escape The Night, coming out online, love, family, and the private experiences behind the life millions of viewers grew up watching. In this deeply honest conversation, Joey reflects on the reality of becoming one of YouTube’s earliest stars while still trying to understand who he was away from the camera. Joey looks back on the childhood that shaped him, the complicated family dynamics he grew up around, and the moments that made him feel different before he had the language to explain why. He also reflects on building a life online, the pressure of being watched by millions, and the fear of what might happen if his audience saw the parts of him he was still learning to accept. Joey also opens up about his relationship with his mum, the pain of loving someone you can no longer save, and the boundaries he eventually had to set to protect himself. He speaks about shame, identity, first love, and the coming out video that changed everything. Joey Graceffa, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of mental health and addiction. If you’re struggling with these themes or your own mental health, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z    CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Joey here: https://www.instagram.com/joeygraceffa/ https://www.tiktok.com/@joeygraceffa (00:00) Intro (01:49) Joey's Childhood in Marlborough, Massachusetts (03:48) Joey's Family Life Growing Up (08:15) How Joey's Parents' Divorce Affected Him (11:25) Paul Shows Joey Childhood Photos (13:53) Joey Opens Up About His Mother's Mental Health Struggles (27:40) Huel Ad (29:02) How Joey Started His YouTube Career (31:45) Joey on Navigating His Sexuality as a Teenager (34:00) Joey's Experience at Maker Studios (36:18) Joey's Coming Out Journey (45:07) Behind the Scenes of Joey's Coming Out Video (49:21) Joey's YouTube Success and Advice for Creators (56:45) Joey's Thoughts on Rising Negativity Online (01:01:55) Joey's Career as an Author (01:04:21) Joey Opens Up About His Relationship With His Ex-Boyfriend (01:11:55) Joey's Relationship With His Sister Today (01:13:28) Joey Reads an Emotional Letter From His Sister (01:16:32) Most Memorable Conversation (01:18:38) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Huel - uk.huel.com/WNTT Try Huel Black Edition ramen , use code WNTT for £10 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love Island’s Dami Hope opens up about his life before reality TV, from his Nigerian roots to growing up in Ireland and the moments that shaped his identity. Dami reflects on his family’s move from Nigeria, being one of the only Black children in his town, changing his name, facing racism at school, and learning how to fight for himself and his siblings. This is a personal conversation about belonging, identity, family, resilience, and the man behind the public image. (00:00) Intro (00:27) Dami's Nigerian Roots and Growing Up in Ireland (06:22) The Realities of Being Black in Ireland (10:20) Dami Opens Up About Bullying and Fighting at School (20:57) How and Why Dami Changed His Name as a Teenager (23:10) Dami's Career as a Microbiologist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love Island star Olivia Bowen opens up about the show, Alex Bowen, motherhood, body image, mental health and the private experiences that shaped the woman she is today. In this deeply honest conversation, Olivia reflects on growing up after her parents’ divorce, the emotional patterns she carried into her teenage years, and the relationship that changed how she saw herself before entering the Love Island villa. She revisits the overnight fame that followed, the scrutiny surrounding her relationship with Alex, and the moments that helped her understand she was loved in a way she had struggled to believe. Olivia also speaks about pregnancy, birth, postpartum, loss, and the realities of becoming a mother while still learning how to care for herself. Raw, emotional and unfiltered, this is Olivia Bowen ready to tell the truth behind the life everyone thought they knew. Olivia Bowen, We Need To Talk (00:00) Intro (01:34) Olivia's Childhood in Essex and Essex Stereotypes (03:03) How Olivia's Parents' Divorce Affected Her (08:09) Olivia's Relationship With Her Father During Childhood (13:37) Olivia Reads an Emotional Letter From Her Father (19:52) Olivia Opens Up About Her Teenage Mental Health Struggles (30:09) Huel Ad (31:23) Olivia's Modelling Aspirations After Leaving School (33:14) Olivia Opens Up About Her Toxic Relationship Before Love Island (36:32) How and Why Olivia Joined Love Island (39:03) Olivia's Mental Health Struggles in the Love Island Villa (42:18) How Love Island Season 2 Compares to the Show Today (44:49) Did Olivia Fall in Love With Alex in the Love Island Villa? (47:09) Paul Shows Olivia a Photo of Her and Alex on Love Island (51:00) How Olivia Handled the Huge Success of Love Island Season 2 (56:23) How Olivia and Alex Stayed Together After Love Island (58:59) Olivia Receives a Surprise Message From Love Island's Tina (01:02:04) Olivia's Biggest Highlights After Love Island (01:05:01) The Story of Alex's Proposal to Olivia (01:08:33) Olivia Reads an Emotional Letter From Alex (01:11:26) Saily Ad (01:12:45) Olivia Opens Up About Pregnancy and Postnatal Depression (01:24:53) Olivia's Experience of Vanishing Twin Syndrome (01:31:33) Paul Shows Olivia a Photo of Her Family (01:39:30) Most Memorable Conversation (01:41:40) Paul's Takeaways This episode includes discussion of eating disorders, mental health, and baby loss. If you’re struggling with these themes or your own mental health, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b Beat Eating Disorders: https://linkly.link/2dx8y Harmless: https://linkly.link/2lcoq  Tommys: https://linkly.link/2feiZ Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Olivia here: https://www.instagram.com/oliviadbowen https://www.tiktok.com/@thebowens Olivia’s Book, Lost Until Love: TG Jones: https://www.tgjonesonline.co.uk/product/olivia-bowen/lost-until-love--learning-to-find-myself-again---as-featured-on-olivias-itv2-show-olivia--alex-parenthood/15998524 Audiobook: https://open.spotify.com/show/17bItR7WBfaN1EE7F7yLZD?si=d3b67a7511fc437b Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ Huel - https://uk.huel.com/WNTT - Try Huel Black Edition ramen , use code WNTT for £10 off Sync ID: MB01ZC6OYFJB81Z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Alcohol Awareness Week, Backstreet Boys star AJ McLean, and performer Louie Spence, open up about the impact alcohol addiction has had on their lives and families. In this shorter cut from We Need To Talk, AJ reflects on his own journey with alcohol addiction, recovery and the turning point that forced him to confront the double life he was living. Louie shares the heartbreaking reality of growing up with a mother who struggled with alcoholism, the impact her death had on him and his family, and the grief that followed. (00:00) Intro (00:39) What's the Difference Between Alex and AJ? (05:07) AJ Recounts His Rock Bottom Moment With Alcohol (11:00) Louie Talks About His Mother's Alcoholism and the Impact of Her Death on Him and His Family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jo Frost, the world-renowned parenting expert and Supernanny, returns to We Need To Talk to discuss the parenting crisis, teen takeovers, phone addiction, bullying, cyberbullying, corporal punishment and the emotional needs children are missing today. After her first conversation reached millions around the world, Jo reflects on the overwhelming response, the families who felt seen by her words, and why she believes parents and children are facing one of the most urgent crises of our time. Jo opens up about being bullied for three years at school, the moment she finally fought back, and why she still feels conflicted about what happened. She and Paul also discuss Big Tech, cry-it-out sleep training and the emotional hunger so many children are living with today. Raw, practical and deeply emotional, Jo Frost returns for the conversation parents have been asking for. Jo Frost, We Need To Talk (00:00) Intro (01:42) Jo Frost on the Impact of Her First We Need To Talk Interview (06:07) Jo Frost Reacts to Viewer Comments From Supernanny (12:19) Jo Frost Explains Teen Takeovers and Modern Parenting Challenges (24:20) How Smartphones Affect Children and Teenagers (38:29) ID Mobile Ad (41:04) Cyberbullying Statistics and the Impact on Children (44:11) Jo Frost Opens Up About Being Bullied at School (54:19) Shopify Ad (55:36) Jo Frost on Corporal Punishment and Child Discipline (01:07:18) Parenting Advice Online and the Rise of Misinformation (01:12:55) Jo Frost Debunks the Cry It Out Method for Babies (01:15:59) Jo Frost Reunites With the Browns From Supernanny (01:17:59) The Browns Send Jo Frost a Surprise Video Message (01:19:55) Audience Questions for Jo Frost (01:36:08) The Most Important Conversation Parents Can Have With Their Child (01:39:49) Paul’s Takeaways This episode includes discussion of mental health. If you’re struggling with these themes or your own mental health, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b  Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Jo here: https://www.instagram.com/jofrost/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jofrost Sponsored by: iD Mobile: Ditch the texts and ‘Make it a Call’ — your voice is more powerful than you think. https://www.idmobile.co.uk/make-it-a-call?affiliate=marketing%7CYouTube_Display%7CMakeItACall_Brand&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Display&utm_campaign=MakeItACall&utm_content=Brand  Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rose McGowan opens up about her extraordinary life before the headlines, from growing up in Italy around Children of God to being sent to America as a child and trying to understand where she belonged. Rose reflects on her complicated relationship with her father, the absence of safety in her early life, changing her name, legally emancipating herself at 15, and finding her way into Hollywood. This is a rare, deeply personal conversation about identity, survival, fame, and the woman behind the public image. (00:00) Intro (01:00) Rose Breaks Down Her Childhood in Italy and the Children of God (07:01) Rose's Experience of Moving to America (11:44) Rose's Early Love of Performing (12:35) How and Why Rose Moved to Hollywood (14:38) Rose's First Experience on a Hollywood Set (15:41) Living With Her Mother in Hollywood (20:14) Why Rose Emancipated Herself at 15 Years Old (21:42) Rose's First Role in The Doom Generation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missé Beqiri, model and former Real Housewives of Cheshire star, opens up following the recent passing of her former partner Jake Hall. In this deeply emotional conversation, Missé reflects on grief, love, motherhood, and the unanswered questions that still follow her. She speaks about the night everything changed, the guilt she continues to carry, and the reality of trying to stay strong for her daughter while grieving someone she once loved. Missé also opens up about the loss of her brother, the childhood wounds that shaped her need for validation, and the impact reality TV had on her marriage and family life. Raw, honest and deeply human, this is Missé like you’ve never seen her before. Missé Beqiri, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of grief. If you’re struggling with these themes or your own mental health, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H    MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b  Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Missé here: https://www.instagram.com/missebeqiri/ https://www.tiktok.com/@misse.beqiri (00:00) Intro (01:46) Paul and Misse Acknowledge the Passing of Jake Hall (04:57) Growing Up Albanian in Sweden (09:12) Complicated Relationship With Her Parents (14:47) Auditioning for Sweden's Next Top Model (22:35) The Dark Side of Modelling (28:48) Huel Ad (30:01) Missé’s Relationship With Her Brother (33:45) Missé Explains the Circumstances of Her Brother's Passing (40:52) Dating Anders Lindegaard (46:20) Marrying Anders Lindegaard (50:58) The Real Housewives of Cheshire and How It Led to Her Divorce From Anders (01:00:56) Meeting Jake Hall (01:08:36) Breaking Up With Jake (01:10:44) Jake's Struggle With Mental Health (01:15:33) Ladies of London (01:22:10) Grief And The Tragic Passing of Jake Hall (01:43:58) Paul Shows Missé a Photo of Jake and River (01:45:30) What Does the Future Hold for Missé? (01:49:59) Most Memorable Conversation (01:52:10) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Huel - Try Huel Lite Ramen - the new lighter instant noodle.  Under 230 calories, 25g protein, ready in 5 minutes. Use code WNTT for £10 off at https://www.uk.huel.com/wntt  New customers only. Minimum spend required. Offer valid until 30 days after June 30th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul looks back at The Only Way Is Essex with TOWIE cast members Georgia Harrison, Georgia Kousoulou and Chloe Sims. Together, they explore how the show turned Essex culture into one of Britain’s biggest reality TV phenomena, and what it was really like to be inside the show as it exploded. From glamorous first entrances and overnight fame to low pay, public scrutiny, press criticism and learning how to build a career beyond the cameras, this episode is an inside look at the reality TV show that changed their lives. We're Talking TOWIE (00:00) Intro (00:33) Georgia Explains Essex Culture to Paul (02:50) How Georgia Was Cast in TOWIE (03:55) What It Was Like Filming TOWIE in the Early Days (07:00) How Georgia Went From Side Character to Series Regular on TOWIE (08:55) How Georgia Handled Fame From Being on TOWIE (13:07) What Does Georgia Think Made Her Watchable on TOWIE? (16:04) How Does Chloe Look Back on Her Time on TOWIE? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Briel Adams-Wheatley, content creator and advocate, opens up about being born with no arms and no legs, being left in hospital by her birth mother, and growing up in a large Mormon family where her story was often treated as a miracle. She reflects on the pressure to be strong from a young age, being bullied, pushed harder than her siblings, and learning to perform happiness while privately struggling. Briel also shares how she was set up to inspire others through public speaking, even when the words she delivered were written by someone else. In this conversation, Briel speaks candidly about coming out, feeling used by the church, the conflict between faith and identity, and the moment she told her family: “You’re not God, you don’t get to damn me.” She also opens up about dating after trauma, finding safety with her husband Adam, and why they are getting married again after her transition. Honest, emotional and deeply human, this is Briel Adams-Wheatley like you’ve never seen her before. Briel Adams-Wheatley, We Need To Talk This conversation includes discussion of sexual assault. Please take care while watching. We’ve included links to support resources below: MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b    The Survivor’s Trust: https://linkly.link/2kE8q    Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Briel here: https://www.instagram.com/no_limbs_ https://www.tiktok.com/@no_limbs_ (00:00) Intro (01:46) Briel’s Birth and Adoption (04:39) Statistics Around Hand Heart Syndrome (10:49) Forced To Be Independent (14:26) Bullying At Home And School (21:29) “I Think I Like Boys” (25:42) Raised To Be The Mormon Miracle (28:17) The Good Parts of Briel’s Childhood (30:06) How Briel’s Parents Taught Her to Swim (32:34) How Briel Got Into Dancing (35:47) Briel’s Relationship With Her Mother Today (37:04) Paul Surprises Briel With A Letter (40:23) Huel Ad (41:34) Coming Out To Everyone At Once (47:18) Briel’s Experience Giving Motivational Speeches (54:07) How Makeup Changed Everything (58:43) Shopify Ad (59:54) Coming Out as Trans (01:06:01) Briel’s Dating History (01:10:47) The First Relationship That Felt Safe (01:18:25) Adam’s Letter To Briel (01:22:49) Why Briel Stepped Away From Mormonism (01:23:57) What Briel Wants Next (01:25:47) Being Trans In America Today (01:28:41) Advice For Anyone Questioning Their Gender Identity (01:30:57) Most Memorable Conversation (01:34:37) Paul’s Takeaways Huel - Try Huel Lite Ramen - the new lighter instant noodle. Under 230 calories, 25g protein, ready in 5 minutes.Use code WNTT for £10 off at https://www.uk.huel.com/wnttNew customers only. Minimum spend required. Offer valid until 30 days after June 30th. Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honour of Loneliness Awareness Week 2026, we explore loneliness, grief and men’s mental health through Pete Wicks’ honest conversation with Paul. Pete opens up about being an “outgoing loner,” losing his nan, learning to accept help, and the private battles people often hide behind a public image. This episode looks at why loneliness can still exist when you’re surrounded by people, and why admitting you need support can be the first step towards finding peace. Remember you're not alone. If you're looking for support, we’ve included links to resources below: Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2kE85 MIND: https://linkly.link/2dx8b CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H (00:00) Intro (00:32) Paul and Pete Talk About the Loneliness Epidemic Among Men (04:38) What's on Pete's Horizon? (06:43) What Made Pete Realise He Needed Help? (11:20) The Loss of Pete's Grandmother and Its Effect on Him (14:01) Paul Shares His Affirmations for Pete Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colton Underwood became one of the most talked-about figures in reality TV after going from the NFL to The Bachelor, before publicly coming out as gay in one of the most scrutinised moments of his life. In this rare conversation, Colton reflects on growing up in football, faith and the Midwest, while privately knowing he was gay and trying desperately to hide it. He speaks about praying to be straight, building a fake public life, and the pressure of becoming “the virgin Bachelor” while living behind what he describes as a spiderweb of lies. Colton opens up about the rules, secrecy and fear that shaped his relationships, the NFL locker room culture that kept him in the closet, and the blackmail that pushed him toward finally coming out. He also reflects on his time on the US Traitors, the backlash that followed, and why he believes some viewers still misunderstand who he is now. Now a husband and father, Colton speaks about accountability, healing, and what it means to stop performing after years of hiding who he really was. Colton Underwood, We Need To Talk This conversation includes discussion of addiction and mental health. Please take care while watching. We’ve included links to support resources below: Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2kE85  MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b  CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Colton here: https://www.instagram.com/coltonunderwood/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@coltonunderwood (00:00) Intro (01:51) Early Life and Upbringing (07:14) Growing Up Gay in the Midwest (09:07) How Colton’s Parents' Divorce Affected Him (12:13) Navigating His Sexuality As A Teenager (24:28) Being Drafted into the NFL (29:21) Navigating Homophobia in American Football (37:03) Saily Ad (38:11) How Colton Got on The Bachelor (42:35) Why Colton Became Known as the Virgin Bachelor (45:46) How Colton Hid His Sexuality on The Bachelor (48:14) The Fence Jump That Changed The Bachelor (56:15) Backlash from The Traitors (01:02:39) ID Mobile Ad (01:04:29) Colton Opens Up About Xanax & Alcohol Abuse (01:06:56) Being Blackmailed And Coming Out (01:15:51) Paul Surprised Colton (01:17:22) How Colton Met His Husband Jordan (01:19:36) Going Through Surrogacy in the USA (01:24:29) Paul Surprises Colton With A Letter (01:25:44) Writing His New Book, Dear Bishop (01:31:56) Would Colton Do Another Reality TV Show? (01:33:14) Most Memorable Conversation (01:36:46) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ iD Mobile: Ditch the texts and ‘Make it a Call’ — your voice is more powerful than you think. https://www.idmobile.co.uk/make-it-a-call?affiliate=marketing%7CYouTube_Display%7CMakeItACall_Brand&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Display&utm_campaign=MakeItACall&utm_content=Brand Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spencer Pratt and Harry Jowsey pull back the curtain on the reality TV machine. Spencer reveals how The Hills changed television forever, the truth behind reality TV villains, staged paparazzi moments, and the strategy that made him one of the most talked-about figures of the 2000s. Harry shares what really happens behind the scenes of shows like Too Hot To Handle, how contestants chase screen time, the psychological impact of life in a reality TV bubble, and the tactics he used to turn a dating show into a global career. This is a candid look inside reality TV, fame, villain edits, producer manipulation, social media stardom, and what it really takes to stay relevant once the cameras stop rolling. We're Talking Reality TV "Villains" (00:00) Intro (00:27) How Real Was The Hills? (01:16) How Spencer Landed The Hills (03:56) The Peak of Spencer’s Fame (08:40) Spencer’s Reality TV Legacy Explained (10:26) Why The Hills Came to an End (11:15) Does Spencer Regret The Hills? (12:43) Spencer’s Role in Kardashian Success (16:46) What Harry Wanted From Too Hot to Handle (22:29) Why Harry Thrives on Reality TV (25:00) How Reality TV Supercharged Harry’s Fame Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gypsy-Rose Blanchard became one of the most recognisable women in modern true crime after the murder of her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard, and the alleged medical abuse that shocked the world. In this rare conversation, Gypsy reflects on the childhood she says was built on lies, the complex relationship with her mother, and the questions she believes were never asked. She opens up about wanting to be loved, the relationships that shaped her life, and the catastrophic dynamic with Nick Godejohn, who is now serving life in prison. Gypsy revisits the night Dee Dee was killed, and the thinking behind what happened. She also reflects on guilt, accountability and whether her prison sentence was fair for the crime that was committed. Now a mother herself, Gypsy reflects on the kind of parent she wants to become, the cycles she is determined to break, and how she begins to move forward when the world still knows you by your darkest chapter. Gypsy-Rose Blanchard, We Need To Talk This conversation includes discussion of child abuse, medical abuse, sexual assault and murder. Please take care while watching. We’ve included links to support resources below: NSPCC: https://linkly.link/2kE84 Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2kE85  MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b  The Survivor’s Trust: https://linkly.link/2kE8q   RAINN: https://linkly.link/2kE8h Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Gypsy-Rose here: https://www.instagram.com/gypsyrose.insta  https://www.tiktok.com/@gypsyrose_blanchard727 (00:00) Intro (02:14) The Notoriety of Gypsy-Rose (03:10) Early Life (07:28) Gypsy's Mother's Mental Health Issues (12:04) Alleged Sexual Assault in Childhood (16:35) Why Gypsy-Rose Left the Family Home (18:11) The Medical Procedures Gypsy-Rose Underwent (33:36) Did Gypsy Feel Loved by Anyone as a Child? (39:36) Dating as a Teenager (50:38) How Gypsy Met Nick (01:03:50) Gypsy Reflects On The Night Her Mother Died (01:24:57) The Aftermath of the Murder and Court Proceedings (01:32:02) Time in Prison (01:35:24) How Gypsy Met Her First Husband in Prison (01:54:39) How Gypsy Adjusted to Life After Prison (02:05:30) The Birth of Gypsy's Daughter With Ken (02:15:51) Most Memorable Conversation (02:17:35) Paul's Takeaways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Perrie Edwards and Lou Teasdale pull back the curtain on life inside two of the biggest pop groups of a generation. Perrie reflects on growing up in Little Mix, becoming one of the best-selling girl groups of all time, public heartbreak, pressure, and the sisterhood that carried them through. Lou shares what it was really like touring the world with One Direction, raising her daughter on the road, the fan chaos, the private jets, and why life behind the scenes was far less glamorous than it looked. This is a rare look inside Little Mix, One Direction, fame, friendship, and the real cost of growing up in the spotlight. (00:00) Intro (00:32) The Success of Little Mix (02:00) How Little Mix Shaped Perrie as a Woman (04:17) Why Perrie Still Sees Little Mix as Underdogs (08:02) Perrie’s Most Challenging Time in Little Mix (09:20) Finding Stability While Touring the World (12:23) How Lou Started Working With One Direction (14:14) The First One Direction Tour (14:57) How Fame Changed the Members of One Direction (17:10) The Best Moments of Life on Tour (19:34) The Wildest Things Fans Did to Meet One Direction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Read Wilson reflects on life after I’m A Celebrity and the private story behind the voice, warmth and eccentricity that made the nation fall in love with him. He opens up about growing up feeling othered, the secret that once felt like a ticking time bomb, and the anxiety that affected his relationship with food for many years. Tom also reflects on coming out, the sister who became his safe place, and why the jungle helped him lose his ego and feel truly seen. In a conversation shaped by nearly nine years of friendship, Paul and Tom look back on Celebs Go Dating, the moments that brought them close, and the bond that has quietly become one of the most important relationships in both of their lives. Funny, tender and unexpected, this is Tom Read Wilson on queerness, friendship, family, self-acceptance and learning to celebrate the parts of yourself the world once made you question. Tom Read Wilson, We Need To Talk A heads up this conversation includes discussion of mental health and eating disorders. We’ve included links to support resources below: CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H   MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b   Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Tom here: https://www.instagram.com/tomreadwilson (00:00) Intro (05:55) Tom’s Upbringing (07:25) Becoming Aware of Prejudice (08:51) Tom’s Identity in His Teens (16:18) How Tom Came Out (18:31) Paul Shows Tom a Photo of Him and His Siblings (23:46) Tom’s Struggle With Eating (30:43) Tom’s Career as an Actor (34:51) Tom Appearance on The Voice (40:57) Accusations About Tom’s Voice (45:51) Cast on Celebs Go Dating (48:41) Which Celebrities Stood Out to Tom on CGD? (51:08) Paul Shows Tom a Photo of Him and Gemma Collins (53:21) Paul’s Appreciation For Tom (55:57) Tom on His Romantic Life (58:00) Tom Has Made Paul Officially ‘Naughty’ (01:01:11) Why Tom Went on I’m a Celebrity (01:02:59) What Is the Environment Really Like on I’m a Celebrity? (01:04:33) What Tom Loved Most About I’m a Celebrity (01:08:46) Who Did Tom Get on With Most on I’m a Celebrity? (01:17:06) Tom’s Final Bushtucker Trial (01:23:18) Surprise Letter From Campmate Ruby Wax (01:26:20) Tom’s Relationship With Paul’s Family (01:28:11) Tom’s Talent for Accents (01:37:26) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: iD Mobile: Ditch the texts and ‘Make it a Call’ - your voice is more powerful than you thinkhttps://www.idmobile.co.uk/make-it-a-call?affiliate=marketing%7CYouTube_Display%7CMakeItACall_Brand&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Display&utm_campaign=MakeItACall&utm_content=Brand Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jo Frost, known to millions as Supernanny, joins us for an honest conversation about modern parenting, discipline, screen time and the pressure families are carrying today. Jo reflects on why children need boundaries as much as love, why parents must take responsibility for the devices they put in their children’s hands, and how discipline can be firm without becoming fear-based. She speaks openly about timeouts, smacking, emotional safety, social media, racism, gun violence and the anxiety many parents feel trying to raise children in an increasingly complicated world. Jo also shares why the most important work starts with conversation: between parents, partners and children. We’re Talking Parenting (00:00) Intro (00:35) Paul Asks Jo Questions from the Suggestion Box (01:39) Jo's Thoughts on Navigating Screen Time with Children (05:12) The Philosophy Behind the 'Naughty Step' (09:56) Paul and Jo's Thoughts on Spanking (11:34) What Would Jo Like to Say to the Supernanny Haters? (12:53) What is the Difference Between Discipline in the UK Versus the US? (17:11) Paul and Jo Discuss the Importance of Talking with Your Partner About Parenting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ArrDee reflects on the story behind Oliver Twist, Body and his rise as one of the UK’s most recognisable young rappers. He opens up about growing up in Brighton, being raised by his mum, and the complicated relationship with his father that shaped his need for attention, fame and approval. ArrDee shares how music became his way of expressing pain, why he first hid behind the “cheeky” persona, and what really happened when his career exploded during lockdown. He also speaks candidly about the darker side of early fame, from spending his first major advance to partying, addiction, ketamine, alcohol and the moments where he was trying to numb himself behind the success. ArrDee reflects on the guilt he carries around his brother’s psychosis, the pressure of being labelled an industry plant, and how becoming a father has changed the way he sees himself. From music and addiction to fame, family and fatherhood, this is ArrDee on the boy behind the bravado, and the man he is trying to become. ArrDee, We Need To Talk This conversation includes discussion of addiction and mental health. Please watch with care. Support resources are linked below: CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H MIND: https://linkly.link/2dx8b Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow ArrDee here: https://www.instagram.com/arrdeegram/ https://www.tiktok.com/@arrdeetik (00:00) Intro (03:33) How ArrDee’s Name Was Born (04:46) Growing Up in Brighton (06:12) ArrDee’s Relationship With His Mum (07:59) Growing Up Without His Father (14:52) The First Song ArrDee Wrote (17:43) The Song That Changed Everything (20:36) How ArrDee Signed His First Record Deal (26:09) What ArrDee Did With His First Record Deal Money (28:02) The Story Behind ArrDee’s Feature on “Body” (33:24) How ArrDee Wrote “Oliver Twist” (35:08) ArrDee Reads a Letter From His Mum (39:53) ID Mobile Ad (41:03) How Fame at 19 Changed ArrDee (44:57) Making “Oliver Twist” Music Video (50:34) Did ArrDee Struggle With Addiction? (52:19) ArrDee Addresses Industry Plant Accusations (54:35) Being a White Rapper in the Music Industry (01:01:58) ID Mobile Ad (01:04:26) ArrDee’s First Time Meeting His Dad (01:24:32) Why ArrDee Became an Independent Artist (01:34:09) ArrDee’s Relationship With His Brother (01:40:16) Fatherhood and Relationship With Ocean (01:46:05) Fatherhood and Sobriety (01:49:38) ArrDee Receives Letter From Ocean (01:53:31) Most Memorable Conversation (01:57:05) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: iD Mobile: Ditch the texts and ‘Make it a Call’ - your voice is more powerful than you thinkhttps://www.idmobile.co.uk/make-it-a-call?affiliate=marketing%7CYouTube_Display%7CMakeItACall_Brand&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Display&utm_campaign=MakeItACall&utm_content=Brand Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lorna Luxe opens up about the love story she shared with her late husband, John - from meeting him by chance on a night out in Brighton to marrying him just a year and a half later. Lorna reflects on their 21-year age gap, why she trusted him instantly, the childhood experiences that shaped what she needed from love, and the moment she realised this relationship felt different to anything she had known before. She speaks honestly about marriage, loyalty, emotional safety, grief, and why she would choose the same love story all over again. We're Talking: Love Stories (00:00) Intro (00:32) How Lorna and John First Met (03:02) How Their Relationship Quickly Developed (08:38) What Friends and Family Really Thought About the Relationship (10:32) The Truth About Age-Gap Relationships (12:09) Inside Lorna and John’s Marriage (16:39) The ‘Father Hunger’ Theory Explained Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Akon reflects on the life behind some of the biggest songs of the 2000s, and the choices, controversies and turning points that shaped him long before global fame. He opens up about growing up between Senegal and the US, the criminal world he entered before music, and the prison sentence that he believes saved his life. Akon shares how ‘Locked Up’ began behind bars, why music became his way out, and how he learned to turn pain, business instinct and controversy into worldwide success. The conversation also explores his views on polyamory, having multiple wives, and why he believes honesty, rules and communication are essential in that dynamic. He also reflects on his friendship with Michael Jackson, the side of him the public rarely saw, and the questions he still has about his passing. Akon looks back on the moments that made him, the mistakes that nearly ended him, and the legacy he is still trying to build. Akon, We Need To Talk Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Akon here: https://www.instagram.com/akon/ https://www.tiktok.com/@akon (00:00) Intro (01:38) Akon Addresses The Hamster Ball (06:29) Touring With Ne-Yo (07:52) Why Akon’s Audience Isn’t Who You’d Expect (15:11) Opening The Door For Artists Like Wizkid (20:15) Every Song Had To Be Ringtone Friendly (22:26) Mr Lonely Changed Everything (26:53) The Blackout That Changed Akon’s Purpose (30:53) ID Mobile Ad (33:06) Akon’s Relationship With Michael Jackson (45:20) Growing Up Between Senegal And America (48:13) Selling Stolen Cars To Fund Music Career (55:50) How Jail Changed Akon’s Life Forever (01:04:58) Huel Ad (01:06:06) What Still Pains Akon Today? (01:08:12) “I Say Ignorant Things On Purpose” (01:11:32) What Is Akon’s Real Name? (01:16:43) Akon Explains His Polyamorous Life (01:32:22) Akon Talks About His New Album (01:36:46) Most Memorable Conversation (01:42:32) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: iD Mobile: Ditch the texts and ‘Make it a Call’ - your voice is more powerful than you thinkhttps://www.idmobile.co.uk/make-it-a-call?affiliate=marketing%7CYouTube_Display%7CMakeItACall_Brand&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Display&utm_campaign=MakeItACall&utm_content=Brand Huel - http://Huel.com/WNTT with code WNTT for £10 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Mental Health Awareness Week, we speak with Charlie Mackesy about anxiety, grief, loneliness and the quiet struggles so many of us carry alone. The bestselling author of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse speaks openly about anxiety attacks, loss, vulnerability, male loneliness and why asking for help matters. In this open and honest conversation, Charlie reflects on the dark periods that shaped him, the friends he has lost, and the inner critic so many of us live with. He also shares the practical tools that helped him through anxiety, and why connection, honesty and feeling loved matter more than perfection. We're Talking Mental Health If you’re struggling, you don’t have to face it alone. We’ve included support charities below: Samaritans - call on 116 123 or visit https://g2ul0.app.link/xghDmmYV4Wb Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): https://g2ul0.app.link/npaQKXUV4Wb (00:00) Intro (00:42) Charlie Breaks Down the Darkest Period of His Life (04:36) How Paul and Charlie Actually Deal With Anxiety (12:48) Charlie’s ADHD Diagnosis and What It Changed (14:39) How Drawing Became Charlie’s Escape (16:12) Paul and Charlie on Grief and What Actually Helps (20:39) Charlie on the Loneliness Epidemic and Why It’s Growing (23:17) How to Silence Your Inner Critic and Build Gratitude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michelle Heaton reflects on the reality of 2000s fame, from competing on Popstars to forming Liberty X and stepping into a pop world that was often chaotic and intense. She opens up about what was really happening behind the headlines: the pressure to look a certain way, the shame she carried around her body, and the early patterns of addiction that followed her long before she could name them.Michelle speaks candidly about alcohol and drug addiction, hiding the truth from her husband and children, and the painful moments where part of her wanted to be caught. Michelle also reflects on the friends who tried to help, the conversation with Katie Price that helped lead her to rehab, and the impact her addiction had on her marriage, motherhood and sense of self.Michelle also shares the emotional toll of her BRCA2 diagnosis, preventative double mastectomy and early hysterectomy, and what it meant to go through menopause in her early 30s while losing her sense of identity.Now five years sober, this is a conversation about fame, shame, survival, family, recovery and learning to give yourself grace.Michelle Heaton, We Need To Talk This conversation includes discussion of suicide, addiction and eating disorders. Please watch with care. Support resources are linked below: Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z   CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H   MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b   Beat Eating Disorders https://linkly.link/2dx8y  Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Michelle here: https://www.instagram.com/wonderwomanshel/ https://www.tiktok.com/@michelleheatonofficial (00:00) Intro (01:26) What Makes Someone a Geordie? (06:28) Body Image Struggles (08:44) Being Cast on Popstars (12:53) Going Back to a Normal Job After Popstars (16:47) How Liberty X Was Formed (23:53) Hear’Say vs Liberty X (27:04) The Highs & Lows of Life in Liberty X (35:02) Paul Surprises Michelle With a Letter (37:40) ID Mobile Ad (38:53) Relationship With the Press (42:00) Relationship With Andy Scott-Lee (47:58) ID Mobile Ad (50:45) First Experiences With Substance Abuse (56:10) Addiction to Alcohol and Binge Eating (01:04:33) Impact of Hysterectomy (01:11:55) Hiding Addiction From Everyone (01:15:19) How Addiction Affected Her Marriage (01:28:53) How Michelle Eventually Went to Rehab (01:40:24) The Reality of Mastectomies & Hysterectomies (01:57:11) Surprise Message From Her Children (01:58:14) Paul Reads a Letter From Michelle’s Husband (02:01:34) Most Memorable Conversation (02:06:32) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: iD Mobile: Ditch the texts and ‘Make it a Call’ - your voice is more powerful than you think: https://www.idmobile.co.uk/make-it-a-call?affiliate=marketing%7CYouTube_Display%7CMakeItACall_Brand&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Display&utm_campaign=MakeItACall&utm_content=Brand Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AJ McLean and Cody Simpson open up about the darker side of the music industry, from exploitation and manipulation behind the scenes to the personal fallout of becoming famous too young. AJ reflects on Lou Pearlman, the betrayal at the heart of the Backstreet Boys’ rise, and what it cost the band to break free, while Cody shares how early fame, unlimited access and pressure on a young brain pushed him into a period of partying, substance abuse and psychosis. Together, their stories reveal the real cost of fame when success comes before you’re ready for it. We're Talking The Cost of Fame This conversation includes discussion of addiction and mental health. We've included support charities below: MIND: https://g2ul0.app.link/gbuRaxjM3Nb Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): https://g2ul0.app.link/npaQKXUV4Wb (00:00) Intro (00:37) Lou Perlman’s Hold on the Backstreet Boys (02:50) The Real Dynamic Between the Backstreet Boys and *NSYNC (04:45) What Is Lou Perlman’s Legacy? (09:14) Cody Reflects on the Dark Side of Fame at a Young Age (16:42) Cody Opens Up About the Darkest Period of His Pop Career Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Sexton is one of the world’s most famous divorce lawyers, and in this conversation he explains what divorce, cheating, marriage and prenups really look like behind closed doors. He speaks openly about why marriages fail, why every couple already has a prenup, and why most people wait too long to understand what they are really signing up for. James also shares what it means to be a high-conflict divorce attorney, why he calls himself “a weapon in court”, and how he protects clients through some of the most painful moments of their lives. He reflects on infidelity, custody battles, domestic abuse cases, and the brutal psychology of what really happens when love turns into war. But this conversation is also about love. James explains why marriage should be harder to get into and easier to leave, why disconnection starts long before divorce, and why the real work of a relationship is choosing each other again and again. James Sexton, We Need To Talk Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow James here:https://www.instagram.com/nycdivorcelawyer/ https://www.tiktok.com/@nycdivorce (00:00) Intro (02:03) The World’s Most Famous Divorce Lawyer (03:14) “I Hope Your Marriage Ends in Death” (06:30) Should I Get A Prenup? (10:54) The Patriarchal History of Marriage (14:42) James’ Definition of Divorce (22:18) James Opens Up About His Own Divorce (24:38) Representing Clients Who’ve Done Terrible Things (27:25) How to Know If a Couple Should Divorce (33:31) Shopify AD (34:42) How and When to Start the Divorce Conversation (39:45) When Should You Speak to a Divorce Lawyer? (44:22) Three Things to Consider Before Getting Married (51:43) James’ Most Memorable Case (55:39) The Main Reason for Divorce (57:16) Likelihood of Marrying After Divorce (01:03:47) Paul and James on Love and Relationships (01:14:41) Why Checking In With Your Partner Matters (01:20:16) Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce (01:37:48) Most Memorable Conversation (01:45:47) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Motherhood can feel beautiful, overwhelming and deeply isolating all at once. In this episode of We’re Talking, Cher Lloyd, Georgia Kousoulou and Mel Robbins open up about the side of motherhood no one talks about enough, from postnatal depression and loneliness to shame, identity loss and the pressure to keep going when you don’t feel like yourself. From not bonding with a baby straight away to feeling alone in a house full of people, this is an honest conversation about the hidden struggle so many new mothers face. It is a reminder that motherhood does not always feel the way you expected, and that asking for help can change everything. If anything in this episode brings up difficult feelings, there is support available. We’ve included links below: CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H MIND: https://linkly.link/2dx8b (00:00) Intro (00:33) How Cher Balanced Motherhood With Life as a Popstar (02:25) Cher Opens Up About Postnatal Depression (07:10) How Motherhood Changed Georgia’s Life (09:33) The Reality of Postnatal Depression by the Numbers (10:20) Georgia Reveals the Symptoms She Faced (15:27) Why Postnatal Depression Needs to Be Normalised (17:59) Filming a TV Show While Struggling With Postnatal Depression (19:27) An Emotional Message From Mel’s Daughter (21:35) Mel Gets Honest About Motherhood and Marriage (24:02) Mel’s Advice to Parents Supporting Big Dreams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul Kemsley, music manager and former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills cast member, opens up about what really happened behind the headlines, why protecting his children matters more than defending himself publicly, and how he is trying to rebuild his life after divorce, reality TV, and public scrutiny. He reflects on life inside one of the biggest reality television franchises in the world, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, and the impact it had on his marriage, his family, and his identity. PK shares what it felt like watching private pain become public entertainment, why he believes reality TV can create stories that are not always true, and why he now wants to step away from the noise. Paul also shares the story behind his rise in business, from growing up in North London and chasing money, status, and success, to building a fortune, losing control, and going bankrupt in public. He reflects on ambition, ego, failure, and the moments that forced him to confront who he had become. He opens up about managing Boy George, rebuilding after public setbacks, giving up alcohol, and the clarity that came when he stopped blaming everything around him. PK reflects on fatherhood, accountability, divorce, and why, after losing so much, he still believes in getting back up. Paul Kemsley, We Need To Talk Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Paul here:https://www.instagram.com/paul_kemsley_pk/  (00:00) Intro (01:46) Why PK Is Sharing His Story Now (02:41) PK’s Upbringing in 1970s Stanmore (04:14) PK’s Experience of Antisemitism (05:57) How PK Built His Early Career and Rock (12:31) What Drove PK’s Business Ambitions (13:49) PK’s Relationship With Sir Alan Sugar (15:54) The 2008 Crash and the Collapse of Rock (21:18) Saily Ad (22:40) PK on His Public Divorce From Dorit (28:21) Why PK Joined The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (43:36) PK’s Darkest Moment on RHOBH (46:10) The Emotional Toll of Online Backlash (51:32) Why PK Bought the New York Cosmos (54:03) The Story Behind Signing Pelé (56:07) How PK Ended Up Managing Boy George (01:00:28) PK Reads a Letter From Boy George (01:05:40) Most Memorable Conversation (01:08:24) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does secure love actually look like? Dr Amir Levine explores what it really means to build a relationship that feels safe, flexible and deeply connected. Amir goes beyond the labels of anxious, avoidant and secure to explain how security is created in everyday relationships. In the final part of this three-part series, Amir challenges one of the most debated ideas in modern relationships, shares why even secure people can shift depending on who they’re with, and reveals how a secure partner can help reshape the way we see the world. We’re Talking Attachment Styles with Dr Amir Levine (Part Three) Follow me here: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk⁠⁠   ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod⁠⁠  Take the We Need To Talk quiz to discover your attachment style and get personalised episode recommendations: ⁠⁠https://linkly.link/2g3t4⁠⁠ Support Amir here: Website: ⁠⁠https://linkly.link/2g2xk⁠⁠ My Attachment Topography Calculator: ⁠⁠https://linkly.link/2g2xl⁠⁠ Secure at Waterstones https://linkly.link/2g8vz Enter 'Secure26' for 25% off (00:00) Intro (01:43) Dr Amir Levine Breaks Down Why Relationships Don’t Need Boundaries (04:50) Can One Shift From a Secure Attachment to an Unsecure One? (07:08) Dr Amir Levine Describes His Childhood Environment (09:39) Saily Ad (10:48) How Did Dr Amir Levine's Upbringing Affect the Man He Is Today? (11:48) What Is Dr Amir's Attachment Style to the Different People in His Life? (14:12) What Is the Best Strategy as a Parent to Raise a Secure Child? (16:37) Most Memorable Conversation (18:33) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love Island star Dami Hope gives his first sit-down interview as he speaks openly about Love Island, Indiyah Polack and the cheating allegations involving Inside UK star Marlon Garcia. He also reflects on heartbreak, grief, masculinity and growing up Nigerian in Ireland. In this conversation, Dami revisits what really happened in the villa, why he felt misunderstood after Love Island, and how the villain narrative followed him long after the show ended. He also opens up about his relationship with Indiyah, the sudden breakup that followed, and the betrayal he says changed everything. Dami shares the painful reality of watching the viral video alongside his friends and how he’s navigated the public fallout. Dami also speaks about losing his father, the pressure of stepping up for his family, and how grief reshaped the way he sees himself. From identity and race to fashion, friendship and self-expression, he explains why he is finally ready to tell his side. Dami Hope, We Need To Talk This episode includes discussion of grief. If you’re struggling with these themes or your own mental health, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H   MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b  Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Dami here: https://www.instagram.com/damihope/?hl=en  https://www.tiktok.com/@damihope  (00:00) Intro (03:09) Moving to Ireland: Dami’s Childhood Experience (08:31) Being Black in Late-90s Ireland (10:10) Why Dami Changed His Name as a Teenager (14:56) From Science to Microbiology: Dami’s Early Career (17:06) How and Why Dami Applied for Love Island (23:27) Who Caught Dami’s Eye First in the Villa? (28:20) Dami’s Experience of Casa Amor (33:27) Rekindling With Indiyah After Casa Amor (35:09) Saily Ad (36:16) What Didn’t Make the Edit on Love Island? (38:10) Did Dami Fall in Love With Indiyah in the Villa? (41:22) When Dami and Indiyah Became a Real Couple (45:02) How Much Dami Earned From Brand Deals After the Villa (48:56) What Dami Loved About Indiyah (58:25) Why Dami and Indiyah Broke Up (01:09:15) Dami’s Response to Online Haters (01:09:49) Do Dami and Indiyah Still Speak? (01:10:21) Does Dami Watch Inside UK? (01:11:35) Is Dami Dating Now? (01:15:25) Dami’s Experience of Bullying and Violence at School (01:26:30) How Dami’s Father’s Passing Affected Him (01:34:45) Dami Reads a Letter From His Best Friend (01:37:53) What Healthy Masculinity Looks Like (01:40:14) Dami’s Love of Fashion and Its Evolution (01:47:27) Dami on His Accent and Code-Switching (01:52:02) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Amir Levine dives deeper into the dynamics of attachment styles in relationships. He explains why anxious and avoidant individuals often find themselves stuck in a never-ending cycle, and how these patterns can impact the way we choose and connect with romantic partners. Amir offers insightful tools to help both anxious and avoidant types navigate their relationships more effectively, and shares how being with a secure partner can change the way we experience love. With practical advice and eye-opening truths, this episode uncovers the path to breaking free from destructive patterns and creating healthier, more secure connections. We’re Talking Attachment Styles with Dr. Amir Levine (Part Two) Follow me here: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk⁠   ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod⁠  Take the We Need To Talk quiz to discover your attachment style and get personalised episode recommendations: ⁠https://linkly.link/2g3t4⁠ Support Amir here: Website: ⁠https://linkly.link/2g2xk⁠ My Attachment Topography Calculator: ⁠https://linkly.link/2g2xl⁠ Secure at Waterstones https://linkly.link/2g8vz Enter 'Secure26' for 25% off (00:00) Intro (01:09) What Do Different Attachment Styles Look for in a Partner? (05:01) What Is the Gender Split on the Various Attachment Styles? (06:51) Is It a Problem Being in a Relationship With Someone Who Has the Same Attachment Style as You? (09:05) Dr Amir’s Tools for Changing Your Brain and Attachment Styles (13:41) Not Texting Back and Being Avoidant With Your Friends (15:00) The Myths Surrounding Attachment Styles (17:14) Having Different Attachment Styles With Various People in Your Life (19:29) Saily Ad (20:39) How Does Social Media Affect Attachment Styles? (23:03) Social Exclusion and Its Effect on the Brain (30:06) How to Set Expectations in Your Relationships Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kathy Griffin cancelled, controversy, losing everything overnight, and rebuilding after 7 years out of work. Kathy opens up about what really happened behind the headlines, why she regrets apologising, and how she survived losing her career, friendships, and identity overnight. Kathy reflects on the fallout that followed, from being investigated and publicly condemned to losing 75% of her friends. She speaks about the anxiety that came with it, the pressure of being constantly judged, and why she believes the narrative around her story is only now starting to change. Kathy also shares her journey into Hollywood, breaking through later than most and facing years of rejection about her looks and worth. From being told she wasn’t “pretty enough” to building a career on her own terms, she explains how she carved out success in an industry that often pushed her out. She opens up about addiction, recovery, and the period where everything caught up with her. Kathy reflects on rebuilding her life, finding new friendships, and why she continues to speak out despite the risk of backlash. Kathy Griffin, We Need To Talk This episode contains discussion of addiction and suicide. We’ve included links to support charities below: Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z   CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H   MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b  Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Kathy here: https://www.instagram.com/kathygriffin/ https://www.tiktok.com/@kathygriffin  Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ 00:00 Intro02:16 Kathy’s Childhood in 1960s Chicago 03:52 Racial Tensions in 1960s Chicago 06:23 Kathy’s Relationship With Her Parents 12:07 The Beginnings of Kathy’s Comedy in School 15:13 How Kathy Convinced Her Parents to Move to LA 18:44 Kathy and Her Family’s First Years in LA 21:56 The Beginnings of Kathy’s Acting Career in LA 26:25 Kathy’s Early Auditions and Break on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air 32:52 Kathy’s Relationship With Quentin Tarantino 37:54 Suddenly Susan and Kathy’s First HBO Special 53:55 Statistics on Gender and Comedy 59:05 Saily Ad 01:00:30 The Context Behind Kathy’s Relationship With Donald Trump 01:06:09 The Story Behind ‘That Photo’ 01:09:52 The Media Backlash and Kathy’s ‘Cancellation’ 01:15:16 How the Backlash Affected Kathy’s Mental Health 01:23:04 Paul Surprises Kathy With A Letter 01:25:19 How Kathy Bounced Back 01:31:17 Kathy Breaks Down Her Relationship History 01:36:23 Kathy’s Self-Esteem and Cosmetic Procedures 01:40:54 Kathy on Her Relationships With Famous Friends 01:43:44 Most Memorable Conversation 01:45:52 Paul’s Takeaways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anxious, avoidant or secure? Dr Amir Levine breaks down the science of attachment styles and why the way we connect in relationships shapes our emotional world.  Dr. Amir Levine is a psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and bestselling author of Attached and new book Secure, whose work has transformed how millions understand attachment styles and relationships. In the first of a three-part series, Amir explains how anxious, avoidant, and secure patterns show up in adulthood, and how understanding them can completely change the way you experience love. He shares the story behind his best-selling book and how a personal breakup led him to uncover research that had been hidden in academic papers for decades. Amir also challenges one of the biggest myths in psychology, explaining why your childhood accounts for less than 10% of your adult attachment style. We’re Talking Attachment Styles with Dr Amir Levine (Part One) Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod  Take the We Need To Talk quiz to discover your attachment style and get personalised episode recommendations: https://linkly.link/2g3t4 Support Amir here: Website: https://linkly.link/2g2xk My Attachment Topography Calculator: https://linkly.link/2g2xl Secure at Waterstones https://linkly.link/2g8vz Enter 'Secure26' for 25% off (00:00) Intro (01:04) Paul Fanboys Over Dr Amir’s Work (02:32) What Are Attachment Styles? (04:01) The International Success of *Attached* (04:55) Dr Amir Breaks Down the Three Main Attachment Styles (08:30) How Do Attachment Styles Originate? (12:13) How Attachment Styles Impact Our Lives (14:02) Can We Change Our Attachment Styles? (17:00) Saily Ad (18:10) Dr Amir Explains the “My Attachment Topography Calculator” Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kerry Katona returns to We Need To Talk with Paolo, opening up about finding love when she least expected it, the anxiety she was battling, and the heartbreak that ran alongside her happiest moments. She speaks candidly about her relationship with Paolo, from meeting up after the cameras stopped rolling to blending their families and talking seriously about marriage. Kerry and Paolo also reflect on falling pregnant early in their relationship, the miscarriages they went through together, and what that loss brought up for them both. Kerry also speaks honestly about going on tour with Katie Price, why everyone told her not to do it, and the 20-year friendship that still connects them despite how different they are. She reflects on the emotional toll of sharing so much on stage, the health scare that left her in hospital, and why her children’s approval means more to her than anything else. Kerry Katona, We Need To Talk (again) This episode contains discussion of miscarriage. We’ve included links to support charities below: Sands: https://linkly.link/2fej3 Tommy’s: https://linkly.link/2feiZ  Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Kerry & Paolo here: https://www.instagram.com/kerrykatona7   https://www.tiktok.com/@official.kerrykatona https://www.instagram.com/paolomargaglione1/  https://www.tiktok.com/@margafitness_  Abba Mia Tour: https://www.d3productions.co.uk/abba-mia (00:00) Intro (00:58) Kerry is Back! (02:32) The Impact of Kerry’s First Appearance on We Need To Talk (11:49) Kerry’s Mindset Going into Appearing on Celebs Go Dating (15:52) What Was It About Paolo That First Appealed to Kerry? (17:18) How Kerry and Paolo’s Relationship Developed (20:26) How Did Kerry and Paolo Deal With the Age Gap? (22:26) Kerry’s Struggle With Anxiety Over The Past Year (25:52) Kerry’s Health Scare (27:51) The Emotional Impact of Kerry’s Tour with Katie Price (31:57) Kerry and Paolo’s Interdependent Relationship (35:24) Would Kerry Tour With Katie Price Again? (37:07) The History of Kerry and Katie’s Friendship (42:52) Kerry’s On Parasocial Relationships (48:20) Paul Surprises Kerry With A Letter From Home (54:42) Shopify Ad (55:46) Paolo Joins Paul and Kerry (01:00:09) What Has the Media’s Reception Been Like About Their Relationship? (01:04:34) Paul Shows Kerry and Paolo a Family Photo (01:06:32) How Do Kerry and Paolo Manage Their Blended Family? (01:08:43) How Does Paolo Deal With the Parasocial Relationship Fans Have With Kerry? (01:13:41) Kerry and Paolo Address ‘That Photo’ With Katie Price in Dubai (01:14:57) Are Kerry and Paolo Moving to Spain? (01:17:27) What Does Paolo Love About Kerry? (01:21:21) Will Kerry and Paolo Get Married? (01:24:00) Do Kerry and Paolo Want to Have Children Together? (01:30:43) Most Memorable Conversation (01:34:03) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talia Mar shares her journey with autism from feeling different as a child to being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at 24. She opens up about bullying, masking, sensory overwhelm, and the pressure of trying to appear confident while struggling internally. Talia also reflects on why autism in women is so often missed, how music became her outlet, and the relief that came with finally understanding herself. This conversation is an honest look at neurodivergence, identity and embracing the way your mind works. We’re Talking Autism (00:00) Intro (00:35) Talia Explains Why She Thinks She Was Bullied at School (02:28) Talia on Masking and Dealing With Bullying at School (03:27) What Advice Would Talia Give Her Younger Self? (04:44) The Message Behind Talia’s Music (07:53) Talia’s Autism Diagnosis at 24 (08:45) When Talia First Thought She Had Autism (11:53) Saily Ad (13:05) Why Talia Wasn’t Diagnosed Earlier (15:28) Statistics Around Autism in Women (16:38) How Life Might Have Been Different With an Earlier Diagnosis (18:07) How Talia’s Parents Reacted to Her Diagnosis (20:11) Would Talia Encourage Others to Seek a Diagnosis? (20:56) How Miniminter Reacted to Talia’s Autism Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Only Way Is Essex star Chloe Sims reveals the truth about TOWIE, fame, and the relationship she says took years of her life. She opens up about growing up without her biological mum, being bullied for her looks, and why part of her still feels like that young girl today. Chloe speaks honestly about the man she kept going back to, why she apologised for things she didn't do, and the moment she finally realised he was never going to change. She also shares what reality TV was really like behind the scenes. From rehearsing arguments to shaking with nerves, Chloe explains how the pressure to perform affected her mental health and why she was never the “Ice Queen” people believed she was. Chloe also reflects on motherhood and the lengths she went to protect her daughter from the spotlight. She speaks about filming House of Sims with her siblings, why making the show nearly broke her, and what starting again in America has taught her about love, family and self-worth. Chloe Sims, We Need To Talk Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk   https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod   Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Chloe here: https://www.instagram.com/chloesims  https://www.tiktok.com/@misschloesims (00:00) Intro (01:46) Paul Tells the Story of How He and Chloe First Met (05:53) Chloe’s Upbringing in East London and Essex (07:45) Chloe’s Family Situation Growing Up (13:39) How Moving From East London to School in Essex Affected Chloe (18:48) Paul Shows Chloe a Childhood Photo of Her and Joey (20:08) How Joey’s Mother’s Death Affected Chloe (28:05) Chloe’s Biggest Insecurity During Adolescence (30:38) Chloe’s Life After School and a Toxic Relationship (38:43) What Chloe Is Looking for in a Partner (41:12) Saily Ad (42:20) How Chloe Was Cast in TOWIE (51:57) How Chloe’s Life Changed After Joining TOWIE (57:49) Chloe’s Darkest Moment on TOWIE (01:06:26) Chloe’s Experience on Celebs Go Dating (01:09:01) How Chloe Is Pigeonholed in the Reality TV Industry (01:11:53) Chloe’s Current Dating Life and What She Wants in a Partner (01:18:19) Chloe’s Experience of Perimenopause (01:21:19) Chloe Asks Paul for Dating Advice During Perimenopause (01:24:48) Paul Reads Chloe a Letter From a TV Industry Insider (01:32:59) Paul Reads Chloe a Letter From Her Brother Charlie (01:36:53) How Chloe Has Navigated the Media and Her Daughter Maddie (01:40:16) The Biggest Lesson Chloe Has Learned From Motherhood (01:41:35) Chloe Recounts Her Experience With Cosmetic Surgery (01:45:08) Will Chloe Have Any More Cosmetic Procedures? (01:46:59) Most Memorable Conversation (01:49:17) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ashley Roberts shares how a first audition changed everything, taking her from performing at the Viper Room to becoming part of one of the biggest girl groups in the world. She opens up about the early buzz around the group to performing alongside Rihanna and Lady Gaga. Ashley also reflects on the structure of the group, with Nicole as the lead singer, the pressure and pace of sudden fame, and the physical and emotional toll that came with life inside such an iconic act. We're Talking The Pussycat Dolls Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ (00:00) Intro (00:38) Ashley Shares How She Joined the Pussycat Dolls (03:27) From Viper Room Dance Act to Global Pop Group (04:34) The Origins and Success of “Don’t Cha” (07:07) The Sheer Scale of Pussycat Dolls’ Success (08:18) Ashley’s Fondest Memory at the Height of Their Success (09:32) Saily Ad (11:22) The Structure of the Pussycat Dolls as a Group (13:55) Why the Pussycat Dolls Didn’t Reform Post-Covid (15:18) The Financial Success of the Pussycat Dolls (17:29) The Demanding Touring Schedule and Its Impact on Ashley (20:30) Paul Shows Ashley the Debut Pussycat Dolls Album Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abbey Romeo became one of the most recognisable faces on Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum, but her journey to finding love, identity and a voice was anything but simple. In this conversation, Abbey opens up about growing up with autism, the reality of feeling isolated and misunderstood, and what life was really like before the show. Abbey shares what autism feels like from the inside, describing it as living between two worlds, while Abbey’s mum Christine reflects on the challenges of raising a child in a system she believes is often broken. They speak honestly about the early years, from communication struggles and emotional breakthroughs to the moment Abbey first understood her diagnosis and how that shaped her identity. Christine also shares the unseen side of parenting, the survival mode, the lack of support, and the turning points that slowly gave them hope. Abbey also reflects on finding love with her boyfriend David, what their relationship means to her, and the quiet ways he makes her feel safe, understood and seen. From building a successful hat business to discovering her voice through music, Abbey demonstrates how purpose, creativity and connection have transformed her life and why representation matters more than ever. Abbey Romeo, We Need To Talk (00:00) Intro (01:50) The Success of Love on the Spectrum (02:39) How Abbey Felt When She First Joined the Show (03:46) Why Hannah Montana Is Important To Abbey (04:50) Abbey and Christine on Becoming Public Figures (06:04) Why Christine Didn't Think Abbey Belonged On The Show (08:17) Abbey’s Emotional Connection to Mermaids (10:22) Abbey Gifts Paul One of Her Hats (12:32) When Abbey Discovered She Was Autistic (14:12) Abbey’s Experiences Across Different Schools (17:59) Christine’s View on the Origins of Autism (18:45) How Abbey Defines Autism (19:23) Paul Shows Abbey a Photo of Her as a Baby (21:00) What It’s Like Filming Love on the Spectrum (25:10) What Abbey Likes About Her Boyfriend David (28:31) Does Abbey Love David? (32:45) Shopify Ad (33:51) When Abbey and David Became Official (36:16) How Much Time Christine Has to Herself (37:11) Christine on Parenting an Autistic Child (41:47) What Abbey Loves Most About Christine (45:56) Abbey’s Musical Ability (47:50) Abbey’s Favourite TV Shows (49:03) David’s Ability to See Numbers as Colours (52:15) Paul Surprises Abbey With a Message From A Celebrity Guest (58:16) What Abbey Wishes People Knew About Autism (58:48) What Abbey and David Like to Do Together (59:21) The New Series Of Love On The Spectrum (01:00:03) Most Memorable Conversation (01:03:16) Paul’s Takeaways Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Follow Abbey here: https://www.instagram.com/hatsbyabbey https://www.tiktok.com/@hatsbyabbey Sponsored by: Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To mark World Down’s Syndrome Day Ellie Goldstein shares her journey from overcoming a challenging start in life to becoming a model, dancer and global trailblazer. From the glitz of Strictly Come Dancing to gracing the cover of Vogue, Ellie opens up about resilience, breaking barriers in the fashion world, and being unapologetically herself. This conversation is a celebration of defying expectations and embracing identity. We're Talking Life Beyond Down's Syndrome Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ (00:00) Intro (00:40) What Was Ellie’s Favourite Part About Being on Strictly? (02:34) How Ellie Started Out Modelling (03:46) Paul Lists the Brands Ellie Has Modelled For (04:33) Ellie’s Vogue Cover (07:46) Ellie’s Foray Into Being an Author (10:13) Saily Ad (11:25) Yvonne Shares the Story of Ellie’s Birth (20:01) Statistics Around Down's Syndrome (23:22) How Yvonne Told Ellie About Her Condition (24:37) What Yvonne and Ellie Appreciate About Each Other Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Winehouse and Blake Fielder were at the centre of one of the most talked about relationships in modern music history. In this rare conversation, Blake speaks openly about their relationship, addiction, fame, blame, and the headlines that followed them both. He reflects on meeting Amy in Camden, the intensity of their connection, and what their relationship was really like away from public view. Blake also revisits the chaos of the 2000s tabloid press, the pressure of sudden fame, and how Back to Black captured the pain of their breakup in real time. Blake speaks candidly about addiction, the long-standing accusations that have followed him for years, and the darkest chapters of his life, including learning of Amy’s death while he was in prison. He also confronts one of the biggest questions that still surrounds her death: who was responsible? Blake Fielder, We Need To Talk. This conversation includes discussion of suicide, addiction, self harm and eating disorders. Please watch with care. If you need support, we’ve included helpful resources below: Samaritans: https://linkly.link/2dx7Z CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H MIND:  https://linkly.link/2dx8b Beat Eating Disorders https://linkly.link/2dx8y (00:00) Intro (01:59) Why Does Blake Want to Speak Now? (03:57) Blake Describes His Upbringing (05:26) Blake’s Life in London as a Teenager (06:04) How Blake Ended Up Working On Music Videos (07:16) What Was Blake’s Relationship With Drugs and Alcohol in His Teens? (13:16) Blake’s Self-Esteem as a Teenager (15:28) When Did Blake’s Drug Use Change From Casual to Addiction? (17:49) Blake Addresses Whether He Was an Addict Before Meeting Amy Winehouse (20:30) Blake Talks About His Mental Health Challenges as a Child (24:57) How Blake Met Amy Winehouse (40:09) Why Blake and Amy Winehouse Initially Broke Up (41:37) The Huge Popularity of ‘Back to Black’ (51:00) Blake’s Thoughts on the ‘AMY’ Documentary (55:12) How Blake and Amy Rekindled Their Relationship (57:07) Paul Shows Blake a Photo From His Wedding Day With Amy (01:02:07) The British Media in the Early Noughties (01:09:33) Blake’s Relationship With Amy’s Father Mitch (01:14:31) Amy’s Addiction While Blake Was Incarcerated (01:21:40) Did Blake and Amy Talk About Getting Clean? (01:23:15) Blake and Amy’s Interactions With Big Stars (01:27:11) Shopify Ad (01:28:13) How Did Blake and Amy Finally Separate? (01:35:53) Blake’s Final Time Seeing Amy (01:39:58) How Blake Found Out About Amy’s Passing (01:51:21) When Blake First Realised Amy Suffered From Bulimia (01:54:38) Statistics Around Drug Abuse and Bulimia (02:00:28) Blake’s Thoughts on the ‘27 Club’ (02:04:25) What Does Blake Think Amy’s Legacy Will Be? (02:07:03) What Would Blake Say To Amy Today? (02:11:32) Most Memorable Conversation (02:13:39) Paul’s Takeaways Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Sponsored by: Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chloe Ferry opens up about the reality behind her cosmetic surgery journey - from breast implants and a BBL to the pressure that drove her to keep changing her appearance. She reflects on body image, social media scrutiny, and the toll chasing perfection took on her mental health. Now reversing procedures and focusing on therapy and self-love, Chloe shares why she’s determined to rediscover who she really is. We're Talking Cosmetic Surgery Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ (00:00) Intro (00:40) Chloe Takes Paul Through the Cosmetic Procedures She's Done (02:25) The Danger of BBLs (04:55) How Did Chloe Feel After Each Procedure? (07:35) When Did Chloe Decide She Wanted to Reverse Her BBL? (10:20) Does Chloe Feel Comfortable in Herself? (12:00) Saily Ad (15:22) How Does Chloe Feel About the Way She Looks Now? (17:14) How Chloe Is Changing What She Puts Out on Social Media (23:21) How Chloe Feels About Her Influence on Young Women Through Geordie Shore (26:38) Does Chloe Have Any Other Surgeries Planned? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From teen pop star to elite swimmer, Cody Simpson opens up about fame, identity and what happens when success comes too early.Known for hits like Pretty Brown Eyes, Paradise and iYiYi, Cody reveals how YouTube covers led to a record deal, worldwide fame and life inside the teenage pop machine. He reflects on being discovered online during the rise of Justin Bieber, moving to Los Angeles at 13 and navigating the pressure of fame before he was old enough to understand the cost. Cody speaks candidly about the years that nearly derailed him, from rebellion, partying and substance abuse to experiencing psychosis and hitting rock bottom. He explains why leaving music and returning to elite swimming ultimately saved his life and how that decision led to representing Australia and winning medals. We also explore the relationships and moments that shaped his journey, from dating Kylie Jenner, Gigi Hadid, Emma McKeon and Miley Cyrus to the brutal discipline required to rebuild his life after fame. Now returning to music with a new record deal and a completely different mindset, Cody shares what he’s learned about fame, identity, discipline and why the most important chapter of his life may still be ahead.Cody Simpson, We Need To Talk This conversation includes discussion of addiction and mental health. We've included support charities below: MIND: https://g2ul0.app.link/gbuRaxjM3Nb Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): https://g2ul0.app.link/npaQKXUV4Wb (00:00) Intro (01:35) Cody Describes Growing Up on the Gold Coast, Australia (07:36) Cody’s First Experiences with Playing Music and Writing Songs (14:15) How Cody Was Discovered and Signed a Record Deal (22:28) Cody’s Early Experiences of Songwriting in LA (27:04) Paul Surprises Cody With a Photograph (27:32) What Was Life Like Back in Australia Once Cody Found Fame? (29:51) Why Does Cody Think He Was So Popular So Quickly? (31:28) How Scooter Braun Marketed Cody Compared to Justin Bieber (34:59) ‘Tween Mags’ and Cody’s Markers of Success (37:11) Cody Listens Back to a Couple of His Old Songs (42:54) Snapchat Ad (44:03) Shopify Ad (45:11) Cody Breaks Down His Romantic Relationships with Kylie Jenner, Gigi Hadid and Miley Cyrus (55:50) Cody Breaks Down His Relationship with Olympic Swimmer Emma McKeon (58:55) Cody Reflects on the Negative Effects of Fame at an Early Age (01:10:17) Paul Surprises Cody With a Letter From Someone He Loves (01:16:06) Cody’s Transition from Music to Swimming Professionally (01:24:41) Moving Back to Australia and Training for the Paris Olympics (01:31:45) Cody Reveals Plans for His New Music (01:40:31) Paul’s Takeaways Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Follow Cody here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codysimpson TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@codysimpson Sponsored by: Snapchat: Learn more at https://thekeysuk.snapchat.com  Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honour of International Women's Day, we're joined by Bre Tiesi and Jamelia for an honest conversation about motherhood, survival and the strength it takes to rise above life's toughest challenges. From dealing with miscarriage and postpartum depression to finding the courage to keep moving forward, they share what resilience truly means. This episode is a tribute to unbreakable women and the power of vulnerability. We're Talking Unbreakable Women Sponsored by: Saily - Download from the app store and use code WNTT at checkout for 15% off. For more details: https://saily.com/wntt ⛵ (00:00) Intro (00:38) Bre Reveals Her Experience of Going Through Miscarriage (02:17) Bre’s Emotional Detachment When Giving Birth to Her Son (04:38) Bre Describes the First Moment With Her Son and the Ensuing Postpartum Depression (09:51) Bre Explains How She Overcame Postpartum Depression (12:40) Saily Ad (14:05) Jamelia Describes the Emotional Impact of Raising Her Daughters (16:21) Who Was Supporting Jamelia During the Height of Her Breakdown? (20:34) How Jamelia Was Able to Bounce Back From Her Situation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lucinda speaks out on Love Island All Stars, the Belle and Samie fallout and the one scene that sparked over 11,000 Ofcom bullying complaints. A four-time Love Island star, Lucinda Strafford reveals she was cast just hours before flying to South Africa, walked in as a bombshell and instantly felt like an outsider, even going days without speaking to certain girls. She responds to the most viral moments, from Snog Marry Pie to the To Be Honest game, reacts to “rage baiting” claims and addresses the “baby voice” controversy. She also reflects on the support available behind the scenes from the Love Island production team. We also put your questions to Lucinda: Did some islanders treat All Stars like a career move? Does she secretly love being the centre of the drama? And was she dating someone while on the show? She explains why Sean’s loyalty changed everything, and why this relationship feels nothing like her past Love Island romances. Lucinda Strafford, We Need To Talk (00:00) Intro (01:41) Why Lucinda Returned to Love Island for a Fourth Time (11:32) Lucinda on the Role of the ‘Bombshell’ in the Villa (12:36) Who Caught Lucinda’s Eye First? (14:17) Why Lucinda Chose Ciaran (15:48) Public Perception of Lucinda Coupling With Ciaran (19:52) Lucinda’s First Impressions of Belle (20:50) When Lucinda’s Attention Turned to Sean (23:32) Lucinda Watches Love Island Clips for the First Time Since Leaving (24:13) Lucinda’s Reaction to Sean Breaking Up With Belle (26:51) Lucinda on Belle’s Hypocrisy and the Villa’s Reaction (31:01) Lucinda’s Lowest Point in the Villa (34:18) Lucinda on Whether She Was Bullied in the Villa (44:50) Snapchat Ad (46:02) Lucinda's Relationship With Samie (51:22) Lucinda on Public Perception During and After the Show (52:46) Lucinda’s Reaction to the Pieing Moment With Samie (55:26) Lucinda on Her Personality, the ‘Baby Voice,’ and Rage Baiting (01:03:12) Lucinda on Her Relationship With Millie (01:04:55) Falling in Love With Sean (01:11:50) Getting Her Phone Back and Hearing the Public’s Reaction (01:13:27) WNTT Community Questions for Lucinda (01:18:10) Lucinda’s Most Memorable Conversation (01:21:10) Paul’s Takeaways Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Support Lucinda here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucindastrafford TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/lucinda   Sponsored by: Snapchat: Find out more at thekeysuk.snapchat.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big Zuu & Nadiya Hussain join us to discuss what it means to live as Muslims in the UK today. They share their personal experiences navigating public life, confronting stereotypes, and the power of representation in breaking down barriers. This is an honest and thought-provoking conversation on how media, faith and identity shape perceptions of Islam in modern British society. We're Talking the Power of Representation (00:00) Intro (00:32) Diversity in the TV Industry in Front and Behind the Camera (02:54) Why Big Zuu Started His Own Production Company (05:54) Big Zuu Reflects on the Current Climate for Muslims in the UK (07:48) Big Zuu Explains the Importance of Representation in Media (10:46) Nadiya Describes How She Doesn’t Agree With the Traditional Role for Women in Islam (15:32) Nadiya’s Relationship With Her Faith (18:35) The ‘Suffocating’ Environment for Muslims Living in the UK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jo Frost, best known for the global hit Supernanny, opens up about what really happened behind the scenes of the show - and why protecting families sometimes meant breaking down in private.  As a global family expert with nearly four decades of experience, she reflects on the pressure of reality TV, refusing to be controlled, and the unseen emotional cost of stepping into homes in crisis. Jo speaks candidly about being labelled “difficult” for standing her ground, the backlash she’s faced for not having children of her own, and why she has never apologised for firm boundaries. She shares what viewers didn’t see when the cameras stopped rolling, the responsibility she carries long after filming ends, and the quiet toll of holding families together under public scrutiny. Jo also confronts modern parenting head-on from screen addiction and rising anxiety to the uncomfortable truth about discipline, smacking and why children often expose fractures adults would rather ignore. Jo explains why leadership at home has never mattered more - and why the hardest conversations are often the most necessary. Grounded, direct and deeply personal, this is Jo like you’ve never seen before. Jo Frost, We Need To Talk (00:00) Intro (01:42) How Did Jo Become Supernanny? (06:13) Jo’s First Experience Filming Supernanny (15:29) The International Success of Supernanny (25:33) The Most Challenging Moment Filming Supernanny (29:16) Where Does Jo Believe Her Love for Children Comes From? (31:20) What Did Jo Learn About Love From Her Parents? (34:07) What Was the Cost of Jo's 'Unapologetic' Approach to the Show? (38:14) Did Jo Feel Pressure to Change the Show Because of Other Reality TV? (40:47) Welfare on Supernanny and Other Reality TV Shows (42:49) How Did Jo Manage Being Labelled as Difficult? (47:05) How Does Jo Handle Complaints From the Public? (52:03) WNTT LA Trailer (53:06) The Mantra Behind the Suggestion Box (55:06) Audience Questions to Jo (01:14:19) More Audience Questions for Jo (01:26:22) Most Memorable Conversation (01:32:03) Paul’s Takeaways Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Support Jo here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jofrost TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jofrost Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Karen Gurney takes us on a journey to unlearn the outdated myths that shape our ideas about love, desire, and connection. From challenging the societal scripts around intimacy to redefining what it means to truly connect, Karen opens up a conversation about freedom, honesty, and breaking free from shame. Get ready to rethink everything you thought you knew about relationships. We're Talking: Intimacy. Dr Karen Gurney is a Clinical Psychologist, Psychosexologist and Couples Therapist, she has been helping couples tackle sex problems for over 20 years. She is the author of the bestselling books Mind The Gap and How To Not Let Your Kids Ruin Your Sex Life. (00:00) Intro (00:31) Karen’s Definition of Sex (04:53) Understanding the Sexual Scale (06:35) Is There Such a Thing as Sexual Compatibility? (09:06) Does “Bad Sex” Exist? (14:27) Karen Breaks Down the 'Orgasm Gap' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Harry Jowsey opens up about ØnlyFans, Too Hot To Handle, Perfect Match and why he’s ready to go from Boyfriend Material to Husband Material. The reality TV star gets honest about making millions from subscribers, how porn made him unfaithful, and why his past romances fell apart. He reveals how he “played” Too Hot To Handle for screen time, why Perfect Match exposed his worst traits and what was really happening behind the chaos. Harry also speaks about grief, losing friends to suicide and shares the deeply personal story of his father’s assisted dying - their complicated relationship, what it was like to say goodbye, and how that experience reshaped his priorities, faith and understanding of love. From chaos and controversy to commitment and consequence, this is Harry like you’ve never seen him before. Harry Jowsey, We Need To Talk This conversation includes sensitive topics including suicide. Support charities here: CALM: https://g2ul0.app.link/uULaUXcM3Nb MIND: https://g2ul0.app.link/gbuRaxjM3Nb (00:00) Intro (02:36) What Was Harry’s Childhood Like in Australia? (08:16) What Did Harry Want to Be Growing Up? (09:44) How Harry Was Cast in His First Reality TV Show (12:29) How Harry Was Cast in Too Hot to Handle (13:57) What Did Harry Want to Achieve on Too Hot to Handle? (21:16) Why Harry Thinks He Thrives on Reality TV (22:15) The Most Shocking Behind-the-Scenes Moment From Too Hot to Handle (23:41) The Growth of Harry’s Social Media Presence After Reality TV (29:18) Why Harry Is Still Doing Reality TV (32:59) Harry Reflects on the Versions of Himself Onscreen (36:25) What Harry Would Change About His Time on Perfect Match (38:46) Harry Explains His New Show ‘Let’s Marry Harry’ (42:57) Harry’s Relationship With Alex Cooper (46:11) Shopify Ad (47:22) Harry Breaks Down His OnlyFans and His Changing Feelings About It (52:33) How Much Money Has Harry Made From OnlyFans? (54:41) Lessons Harry Learned From His Exes (58:58) Harry Explains His Complicated Relationship With His Brother (01:07:51) Harry’s Experience of His Father’s Assisted Death (01:20:38) What Has Harry Learned About Grief? (01:26:10) Most Memorable Conversation (01:30:02) Paul’s Takeaways Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Support Harry here:Instagram: www.instagram.com/harryjowsey TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@harryjowsey Sponsored by: Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Valentine’s Day, Perrie Edwards and Nadiya Hussain share two deeply personal and very different journeys to finding their life partners, from a dating app match that felt like fate to an arranged marriage rooted in faith, family and courage. Together, they reflect on heartbreak, healing and what real security in love actually looks like. We’re Talking love stories. (00:00) Intro (00:42) Perrie Tells Paul the Story of How She Met Her Husband Alex (04:28) Perrie Breaks Down Her Negative Behaviors in the Early Days of Her Relationship with Alex (08:45) When Did Perrie and Alex First Talk About Marriage? (12:27) Nadiya Explains Her Experience of Her Arranged Marriage to Her Husband Abdal (23:14) The First Time Nadiya Was Alone With Abdal (27:48) How Did Nadiya and Abdal Make Their Relationship Work After the Marriage? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Intimacy expert Susan Bratton breaks down what actually leads to better sex, deeper intimacy, and lasting connection - and why so many people are unknowingly settling for far less. Drawing on science-backed principles of desire, arousal, and communication, she explains where most couples go wrong and what truly drives attraction and satisfaction over time. Susan also shares her personal journey, including years without orgasms, how radical honesty saved her sex life and why so many couples fall into “duty sex” without realising it. Along the way, she challenges myths about sex, aging, and performance, offering a more confident, connected approach rooted in learning, communication and curiosity.This is an eye-opening, provocative and educational conversation that will change how you think about sex - and what’s possible in your relationships.Susan Bratton, We Need To Talk (00:00) Intro (02:32) What Does Susan Do? (04:32) Susan’s Definition of Intimacy (08:14) Understanding the Yoni and Its Anatomy (10:34) Susan’s Definition of an Orgasm (13:52) How Often Should We Experience Pleasure? (16:46) “Duty Sex” (18:13) How Susan and Her Partner Rebuilt Their Intimate Connection (24:24) Susan’s Experience of Remote Intimacy (28:03) Similarities in Male and Female Anatomy (29:33) Scepticism Around Technology in the Bedroom (31:27) Understanding the Length of an Orgasm (33:12) Solutions for Premature Ejaculation (35:02) Does Size Matter? (40:58) Shopify Ad (42:10) Exploring Intimacy Tools (47:44) How Many People Are Having Truly Fulfilling Intimacy? (50:41) Sex Education Today (51:28) Using Play-Doh to Demonstrate Similarities in Erectile Tissue (57:15) Foreplay: What It Is and Why It Matters (01:03:02) The Mind’s Effect on Sexual Performance (01:05:53) Sharing “Frames” With a Partner (01:12:29) The Sexual Script and How to Overcome It (01:13:52) Susan Breaks Down Aphrodisiacs (01:19:01) Most Memorable Conversation (01:22:59) Paul’s Takeaways Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Support Susan here: Instagram: www.instagram.com/susanbratton Websites: https://susanbratton.com/ and drivedesire.com Sponsored by: Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honour of LGBT History Month, We’re Talking opens an honest and unfiltered conversation about sexuality, identity and the courage it takes to live truthfully. Bimini and Josh Cavallo share their experiences of coming out, confronting shame, and challenging the systems that silence queer voices, reflecting on what real allyship and self-acceptance look like today. We’re Talking LGBT History Month. (00:00) Intro (00:49) Bimini on Navigating Her Sexuality During Her Teens and Early Adulthood (09:36) How the Straight Community Can Be True Advocates for the Queer Community (13:21) Josh Talks to Paul About 'Wearing a Mask' and Coming Out to His Family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Miranda Kerr opens up about the moments that shaped her life, from devastating early loss to navigating fame, forgiveness and co-parenting with Orlando Bloom. She reflects on imposter syndrome, life under constant paparazzi scrutiny and explains why she never truly felt like a “supermodel.” Miranda also shares how meeting her husband, Snapchat founder Evan Spiegel, helped her redefine boundaries, family and what a healthy partnership looks like. This is a rare, deeply personal conversation about grief, resilience and motherhood. Miranda Kerr, We Need To Talk Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Follow Miranda here: Instagram: www.instagram.com/mirandakerr/ (00:00) Intro (01:38) What Oprah Taught Paul About Lighting (03:35) Miranda's Childhood in Rural Australia (10:28) The Beginnings of Miranda's Modelling Career (15:15) Miranda Breaks Down What It's Like to Be an Aspiring Model (22:52) How Miranda Became a Victoria's Secret Model (26:33) What Is the Definition of a 'Supermodel' and Does Miranda Consider Herself One? (33:28) How Miranda Met Orlando Bloom (35:06) Miranda’s Biggest Lessons From Her Relationship With Orlando and Handling the Paparazzi (39:40) Huel Ad (40:48) How Miranda Met Her Husband Evan Spiegel (47:16) How Miranda Keeps Things Harmonious in Her Blended Family (51:48) Miranda’s Thoughts on Children and Social Media (58:31) We Need To Talk LA Trailer (59:28) Miranda's First Love And Sudden Passing (01:10:55) Miranda’s Mum’s Cancer Diagnosis and the Birth of Her Skincare Business (01:14:51) Will Miranda Remain CEO of KORA Organics? (01:16:50) Most Memorable Conversation (01:19:41) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Huel: https://my.huel.com/WNTT30 with code WNTT30 for 30% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Traitors Star Maura Higgins opens up about her early life, growing up in a small Irish town, and her journey to fame on Love Island. For the first time, Maura reveals the untold story behind her rise to stardom, the challenges she faced, and the relationships that shaped her. (00:00) Intro (00:46) Maura Takes Paul Through Her Experience of Childhood (04:51) Maura’s Experience of Her Parents’ Divorce (08:44) Maura’s Strict School Education (14:39) How Maura’s Upbringing Shaped Her Relationships as an Adult (16:59) What Maura Did Immediately After Leaving School (18:40) Maura’s First Experiences of Modelling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What really happened to Spencer Pratt after The Hills - and why has so much of the story never been told? Known as one of reality TV’s most controversial figures, Spencer opens up about the real story behind The Hills, his relationship with Heidi Montag, and the hidden cost of Hollywood. He reflects on how "playing the villain" became personal, and shares the truth about their nearly 20-year relationship, surviving the pressure of fame, paparazzi, and public hatred. Spencer also discusses losing his home, confronting his identity, and how fame nearly destroyed him. This is the unfiltered conversation you've never heard before.Spencer Pratt, We Need To Talk (00:00) Intro (02:55) Spencer’s Upbringing in Los Angeles (04:37) Spencer’s Soccer Career as a Teenager (06:55) Famous Classmates and Life on Film Sets (11:38) How Spencer’s Soccer Career Came to an End (13:34) Spencer’s Sense of Purpose (15:03) How Spencer Joined The Hills (19:52) The Legacy of The Hills and Its Influence on Reality TV (24:35) Spencer’s Fame at the Height of The Hills (30:46) How and Why The Hills Came to an End (33:50) Spencer’s Role in the Kardashians’ Success (36:07) Life After The Hills Ended (42:08) Does Spencer Have Any Regrets About The Hills? (47:32) Shopify Ad (48:44) Spencer Describes His Relationship With Heidi (53:32) Did Spencer Want to Be a Father? (56:25) What Changed Spencer’s View on Fatherhood (58:29) Reflecting on the LA Fires One Year After Losing His Home (01:00:01) The Day Spencer’s House Burned Down (01:11:39) How the Fire Impacted Spencer and His Family (01:14:15) How the Fires Led to Spencer’s LA Mayoral Campaign (01:24:28) Spencer’s First Day as LA Mayor (01:26:37) Spencer’s Response to His Detractors (01:27:25) Who Spencer Voted for in the Last Presidential Election (01:33:14) What Readers Will Learn From Spencer’s Autobiography (01:35:15) Most Memorable Conversation (01:36:17) Is Spencer Proud of Himself Today? (01:38:54) Paul’s Takeaways Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Follow Spencer here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spencerpratt/?hl=en The Guy You Love To Hate: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Guy-You-Loved-Hate-Confessions/dp/1668211769 Sponsored by: Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Love Island All Stars on screen, we’re diving into the real story behind the iconic villa life. Shakira Khan, Maura Higgins and Megan Barton-Hanson share the untold truths of their experiences on the show, what it’s really like to enter the villa, the pressure of public scrutiny, and how fame changes everything. From Shakira’s unexpected path to the show, to Maura's bold entrance and Megan’s media battles, this episode takes you behind the sunglasses and slow-motion walks to explore the highs, the lows, and everything in between. We're Talking Love Island This episode includes sensitive topics. If you are affected by anything in this podcast, please find support organisations that can offer support below: CALM: https://g2ul0.app.link/uULaUXcM3Nb MIND: https://g2ul0.app.link/gbuRaxjM3Nb (00:00) Intro (00:41) Shakira Khan Talks About Her Ambitions Pre-Love Island and What Led to Her Joining the Show (17:25) Maura Explains Why She Chose to Do Love Island and Her Mindset Entering the Villa (28:58) Megan Reveals How She Got Onto Love Island and Her Challenges in the Villa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Backstreet Boys star AJ McLean opens up about fame, fatherhood, recovery and the work it takes to rebuild your life while you’re still living it. Alex reflects on the early days of building the Backstreet Boys, the brotherhood that sustained them through global fame, and the hidden cost of growing up in the spotlight. He speaks candidly about living a double life, but also about sobriety, creativity and rediscovering pride, especially after the moment his daughters told him they were proud of him. Today, Alex shares how doing the inner work helped him reconnect with music, purpose and joy on stage again. Alex also discusses reconciling with his wife, learning boundaries, managing ego inside a legendary band, and honouring the legacy of Liam Payne. This is a conversation about accountability, growth and becoming a better man. Alex shares: ◽ How the Backstreet Boys were built and why their bond still works ◽ Living a double life and what finally forced change ◽ The moment his daughters shifted how he sees himself ◽ Wanting to get back together with his wife and rebuilding trust ◽ Managing fame, ego and longevity ◽ Remembering Liam Payne and lessons from shared struggles ◽ Why putting himself first helped him show up better for everyone AJ McLean, We Need To Talk Support charities: MIND: https://g2ul0.app.link/gbuRaxjM3Nb Follow me here:https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod (00:00) Intro (02:17) What’s the Difference Between Alex and AJ? (06:27) The Root of Alex’s Addiction (07:32) Alex’s Complicated Relationship With His Father (11:59) The Importance of Boundaries (12:48) How Alex Got the Nickname “Bone” (15:59) When Alex Knew He Was a Performer (17:22) How the Backstreet Boys Were Formed (20:26) Lou Pearlman’s Hold on the Backstreet Boys (22:02) The Dynamic Between the Backstreet Boys and NSYNC (27:58) Backstreet Boys’ Early Success in Europe (30:38) How the Backstreet Boys Redefined the Boy Band Genre (32:17) The High Points of Backstreet Boys Fame (37:09) The Enduring Popularity of the Backstreet Boys (38:53) “Yes Men” and the Band’s Darkest Period (41:31) Backstreet Boys at The Sphere in Las Vegas (46:26) Huel Ad (47:34) WNTT LA Trailer (48:29) Alex’s Rock Bottom (52:55) Alex’s Relationship With His Daughters (01:01:06) Alex’s Relationship With His Wife and Their Ongoing Reconciliation (01:05:59) The Meaning Behind the Epilogue of Alex’s New Album (01:09:29) How the Backstreet Boys Manage Their Egos (01:14:00) Building the Band and Alex’s Relationship With Liam Payne (01:22:15) Alex’s Mantra for Self-Acceptance (01:26:21) Paul Shows Alex a Photo (01:29:20) Most Memorable Conversation (01:36:10) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Huel: https://my.huel.com/WNTT30 with code WNTT30 for 30% off Sync ID: MB01J27MGCBD5XC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holly Hagan and Chloe Ferry reflect on their time on Geordie Shore, sharing the challenges of navigating body image, fame, and the pressures of growing up on camera. They dive into the mental health impact of reality TV and how they struggled with self-esteem and public scrutiny while learning to find their true selves. Holly and Chloe also open up about their experiences with surgery, the overwhelming influence of social media, and the journey to accepting their bodies. This candid conversation is a powerful reminder of the importance of self-love, personal growth, and resilience in the face of constant public judgment. (00:00) Intro (00:31) How Chloe Joined the Geordie Shore Cast (07:23) Welfare on Geordie Shore During Chloe’s Time on the Show (09:27) How Chloe Dealt With Negative Online Comments (12:19) Holly’s Experience Filming the First Series of Geordie Shore (18:46) Welfare Then vs Now in Reality TV (22:47) Why Holly Signed Up for Series 2 of Geordie Shore (25:21) Geordie Shore’s Popularity Peak in 2016 (26:17) Class in the UK and How Reality TV Represents It Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dancer and TV personality Louie Spence opens up in one of his most honest and emotionally revealing interviews to date. From growing up in a working -class household where love was present but rarely shown, to the sacrifices his parents made to support his talent, Louie reflects on the early experiences that shaped his independence, anxiety and drive to perform. Louie speaks candidly about living with panic attacks for most of his life, how anxiety followed him through fame and success, and the private battles behind his larger-than-life public persona. He opens up about touring the world with the Spice Girls, sudden celebrity, family addiction, and the grief of losing his mother - sharing moments he’s never spoken about publicly before. Now, Louie reflects on what it’s taken to slow down, sit with difficult emotions, and keep going - even on the days when the fight feels internal. Louie shares: ◽ Growing up feeling loved, but rarely shown affection ◽ The sacrifices his parents made - and the pressure that came with it ◽ Living with panic attacks and anxiety from a young age ◽ What life on tour with the Spice Girls was really like ◽ How fame amplified his anxiety rather than fixed it ◽ The impact of addiction inside his family ◽ Losing his mum and processing grief years later ◽ Why the most important conversations he’s had are with himself Louie Spence, We Need To Talk Support charities:  MIND: https://g2ul0.app.link/gbuRaxjM3Nb  Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod  Support Louie Instagram https://www.instagram.com/louiespence/ Watch Louie's YouTube series Louie Spence In Care: https://youtu.be/i8jbDXpzJE8 Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/@LouieSpenceInCare (00:00) Intro (01:36) Louis’ Working-Class Upbringing and His Relationship With His Parents (10:41) Louis’ Experience of the 1980s and Article 28 (15:28) Gay Life Today vs the 1980s (17:41) The Beginnings of Louis’ West End Career (18:59) Louis’ Experience as a Backing Dancer for the Spice Girls (25:25) How Louis’ Anxiety Limits His Life (31:34) Where Louis Believes His Anxiety Comes From (36:30) How Louis Manages His Anxiety (41:14) Why Louis Started Working at Pineapple Dance Studios (42:49) The Pineapple Dance Studio TV Show and Louis’ Rise to Fame (43:58) Does Louis Know How Many TV Shows He’s Been On? (44:38) Is Louis’ TV Persona His True Personality? (45:33) Shopify Ad (46:36) Louis’ Experience on SAS: Who Dares Wins (53:50) Why Louis Left SAS (57:32) Louis’ Experience of His Mother’s Alcoholism and Her Passing (01:15:08) Most Memorable Conversation Sponsored by: Shopify: https://www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Sync ID: MB01OEKSZ3W7SYM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul reflects on the conversations that stayed with him most - the moments, lessons and advice that genuinely changed how he shows up in his relationships. From the Gottmans on how to pause an argument before it spirals, to Jordan Stephens on masculinity and emotional regulation, Dr Julie Smith on realistic self-care, and the letters that moved us most with Tyler West, Scott Galloway and Paul himself, this episode brings together the wisdom that matters. This is a reflective, emotional and practical conversation about love, conflict, fatherhood and connection - and how small shifts can make a big difference in the year ahead. We’re Talking: Real Advice for 2026 (00:00) Intro (00:28) The Gottmans Break Down 'Flooding' in an Argument and How to Resolve It (07:05) Jordan Stephens on Masculinity and Emotional Regulation (10:49) Dr Julie Smith Demonstrates How to Achieve Better Self-Care (17:10) Tyler West Reads a Letter From His Brother (20:39) Scott Galloway Reads a Letter From His Son (23:07) Paul Reads a Letter From His Son (24:24) Paul’s Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After being shut out of Hollywood, Rose McGowan explains how she was forced to step away - and slowly rebuild her life on her own terms. Rose speaks openly about her experiences in Hollywood, the cost of refusing to stay silent, and how leaving the industry became part of reclaiming her creativity, identity and sense of self. Rose was one of the first to go public with claims of sexual assault against Harvey Weinstein, and she explains how she was allegedly raped by the movie producer at the age of 23 - and what it cost her to speak out. She reflects on the severe personal and professional consequences that followed. Content warning: this conversation includes discussion of sexual assault. From being raised in a cult in Italy to navigating Hollywood, she reflects on how early experiences shaped her instincts around control, belonging and survival. She also speaks about what came after: the unexpected support she found through fans and Comic-Con, stepping away from the US to recover in Mexico, reconnecting with creativity through music, and why reclaiming her real name - Rosa - feels like coming home. She shares: ◽ What it was like growing up inside The Children of God ◽ Being alone at 13 and realising no one was looking for her ◽ Why speaking out about Harvey Weinstein meant career death ◽ What was really happening behind the scenes on Charmed ◽ The truth behind the VMA dress and what people misunderstood ◽ Nearly losing her life, leaving the US and starting again ◽ How fans, creativity and music helped bring her back to herself Rose McGowan, We Need To Talk Support charities: Survivor’s Trust: https://g2ul0.app.link/HOj44LvWZUb CALM: https://g2ul0.app.link/uULaUXcM3Nb  MIND: https://g2ul0.app.link/gbuRaxjM3Nb  Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Support Rose here:Website: https://www.rosemcg.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/rosemcgowan/  (00:00) Intro (02:23) How Does Rose Identify? (03:39) 'The Children of God' and the Circumstances of Rose's Upbringing (04:31) How Do You Define a Cult? (06:47) Rose's Father and His Role Within 'The Children of God' (09:31) The Beginnings of Rose's Career in Performance (12:05) The British Court Ruling on 'The Children of God' (14:22) How Rose Left 'The Children of God' and Her First Experiences in the USA (19:32) Rose's Friction With Her Mother's Partners (22:42) Rose's Experience With Her Father in the USA (24:35) Rose's Perspective of Herself as a Teenager (26:12) Being Forced To Go To Rehab at 13 (29:59) How Rose Left Rehab and What She Did Afterwards (33:22) Rose's Attraction to Performing (34:25) How Rose's Relationship With Her Father Developed During Adolescence (38:42) Paul Surprises Rose With a Photo (41:51) Adobe Express Ad (43:11) How and Why Rose Moved to Hollywood (52:19) Rose's First Featured Film Role (55:35) Rose's Early Experiences of Hollywood's Inner Workings (58:29) How Rose Met Harvey Weinstein (01:01:52) Rose Details Her Encounter With Harvey Weinstein (01:07:11) How Weinstein Covered His Tracks (01:16:45) Sexual Assault and Its Prevalence in Society (01:23:35) Rose's Relationship With Marilyn Manson (01:32:11) How Rose Joined Charmed (01:40:00) Fame During Charmed and How Rose Dealt With It (01:42:27) Rose's Relationship With Robert Rodriguez (01:49:47) What Led Rose to Activism and the MeToo Movement (01:59:24) How Rose Felt When Harvey Weinstein Was Convicted (02:03:39) Rose on Public Perception of Her (02:04:54) How and Why Rose Moved to Mexico (02:07:40) How Rose Bounced Back From Health Issues During Covid (02:08:17) Rose's Unexpected Entry Into the UK Music Scene (02:12:39) What Rose Would Tell Her 12-Year-Old Self (02:13:59) Most Memorable Conversation (02:18:34) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Adobe Express: https://ADOBE.LY/PAUL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can 7 minutes a day really transform your life? Sadhguru challenges everything we think we know about happiness, meditation and fulfillment - and shares his perspective on why most people are suffering not because life is difficult, but because their intelligence is working against them. Spiritual leader and yogi Sadhguru explains how he understands stillness, joy, and inner balance, and why he believes life is not a problem to be solved. He offers his take on modern meditation, manifestation, and self-improvement - suggesting that real well-being begins with learning how to work with your own inner chemistry, rather than changing the world around you Sadhguru shares: ◽ What meditation really is and why many people misunderstand it| ◽ The hidden dangers of knowing too much and how it limits us ◽ Why bliss is far greater than any fleeting pleasure ◽ His approach to starting meditation in as little as 7 minutes a day ◽ Why manifestation isn’t just about positive thinking ◽ The one habit that unlocks true well-being ◽ Why understanding and mastering your own mind is key to lasting joy Sadhguru, We Need To Talk Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Follow Sadhguru here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadhguru Miracle of Mind Meditation App: https://sadhguru.co/miracle_WNTT Inner Engineering Online Program - https://sadhguru.co/ie-yt-wntt (00:00) Intro (04:04) Sadhguru's Definition of a Guru (07:07) Sadhguru's Unconventional Lifestyle (08:12) How Did Sadhguru Become a Guru? (11:20) What's Stopping People Gaining Inner Fulfilment? (20:20) Sadhguru's Relationship With Meditation (28:11) Sadhguru's Take on Manifestation (36:33) Huel Ad (37:58) Sadhguru's Advice for Showing Up as Your Authentic Self (41:40) The UK's Views Toward Karma (44:46) Sadhguru Helps Paul Improve His Meditation Techniques (55:51) How Do We Know We're on the Right Path? (57:58) Sadhguru's 'Heaviest Moment' (59:18) Sadhguru's Advice for People in 2026 (01:02:00) Most Memorable Conversation (01:03:48) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Huel: https://uk.huel.com/WNTT with code WNTT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul reflects on the unforgettable moments that shaped the show so far. From candid conversations with stars like Yungblud, Gabor Maté, and Holly Hagan, to the raw honesty of Kerry Katona, this episode offers a heartfelt look at the topics that matter most. Paul shares his favourite reflections, the wisdom that stayed with him, and the surprising insights that challenged his perspective on life, love and grief. It’s a celebration of connection, growth, and the power of vulnerability, all wrapped up in the spirit of the season. Even in the chaos of the holidays, there's always room for reflection, healing and a little laughter. We're Talking, Our Favourite Moments So Far! (00:00) Intro (01:28) Yungblud on Falling in Love With Someone Multiple Times (04:09) Gabor Teaches Paul About Childhood Trauma and Its Effects on Adulthood (09:19) Nadiya Reveals How She Felt Like an 'Alien' in the Bake Off Tent (13:16) Kerry Talks About Her Lowest Ebb in Atomic Kitten (18:04) Paul and Holly on How Grief Has Affected Them (22:57) Mel Robbins Explains Her History With ADHD and Memory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Radio DJ and Presenter Tyler West sits down with Paul for a raw and emotional conversation about the life-defining moments that have shaped him. From witnessing a brutal attack at just 14 years old to his rise on Strictly Come Dancing and his relationship with girlfriend Molly Rainford, Tyler shares the untold stories of the struggles he’s overcome and the resilience he’s built in the face of unimaginable challenges. Tyler opens up about the harrowing impact of witnessing a violent attack right outside his bedroom window and how it shaped his mental health for years. For the first time, he talks about the dark thoughts he kept hidden from his mum. He reflects on his journey from the streets of Sutton to landing a spot on CBBC, eventually competing on Strictly Come Dancing, where he met the love of his life, Molly Rainford. Tyler reveals the struggles that followed the high of Strictly, including the emotional crash that no one talks about after the limelight fades. Tyler shares: ◽The shocking details of a crime he witnessed and how it haunted him for years ◽His relationship with his brother and how they communicate their emotions openly  ◽How he met girlfriend Molly Rainford on Strictly and fell in love ◽The crash he faced after Strictly and the hidden realities of fame ◽The truth about their time on Race Across The World with Molly ◽How he's feeling about taking over the KISS Breakfast Show ◽Why he believes mental health awareness is crucial and how he’s advocating for change Tyler West, We Need To Talk This conversation includes discussion of suicide and suicidal ideation. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. We’ve included support charities below:  Samaritans: https://g2ul0.app.link/xghDmmYV4Wb    Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): https://g2ul0.app.link/npaQKXUV4Wb  Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod (00:00) Intro (01:56) Paul and Tyler's Connection Through Sutton (02:37) What Was the Sutton Tyler Grew Up In Like? (06:27) What Did Tyler Learn About Love From His Family? (08:22) Paul Shows Tyler a Photo of Him as a Baby (09:06) Tyler's Relationship With His Mother as a Child (11:19) Tyler's Relationship With His Brother Growing Up Through to Adulthood (14:25) Paul Surprises Tyler With a Letter From His Brother (17:29) How Tyler's Father Re-Entered His Life at 14 Years Old (18:53) Tyler Discusses the Murder He Witnessed as a Teenager and How It Affected Him (26:55) Tyler's Lowest Ebb After His Traumatic Experience (30:43) Statistics on Knife Crime (31:40) Tyler's Experience of the Ensuing Court Case (34:26) What Could Have Made Tyler's Experience Better? (35:58) Top Things Tyler Thinks Could Change the Knife Crime Epidemic (38:07) Tyler's Experience Growing Up Mixed Race in the UK (43:21) How Tyler Found His Voice and Began His Presenting Career (51:17) Paul and Tyler Talk About Authenticity in Front of the Camera (54:12) Adobe Express Ad (55:26) Huel Ad (56:40) Tyler's Experience of Being on Strictly (01:01:20) Tyler's Experience of Being on Race Across the World (01:11:38) How Tyler First Met His Partner Molly (01:21:13) Paul Shows Tyler a Message From Molly (01:24:24) Tyler’s Advice for Anyone Struggling to Open Up and Find Their Voice (01:29:22) Tyler’s Relationship With King Charles III and The King’s Trust (01:32:37) Tyler’s Proudest Moment of His Career (01:33:55) The Future for Tyler and Molly (01:36:23) Most Memorable Conversation (01:40:19) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Adobe Express: https://ADOBE.LY/PAUL Huel: https://uk.huel.com/WNTT with code WNTT  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this deeply emotional episode, Paul reconnects with Heather, who first appeared on the show grappling with the overwhelming grief of losing her partner. One year later, Heather shares her powerful journey of healing, growth, and self-discovery. From confronting feelings of numbness to exploring the complexities of dating again, Heather opens up about the challenges and triumphs of moving forward after loss. With raw honesty and vulnerability, she reflects on how far she's come and the lessons learned along the way. Tune in for a heart-wrenching yet hopeful conversation about grief, resilience, and the strength it takes to embrace life again. We're Talking Love After Loss (00:00) Intro (00:49) Heather Explains How Grief Has Fundamentally Changed Her Love Life (06:50) Paul And Heather Play A Quiz To Find Out Whether She's Ready To Date (18:50) Paul And Heather Catch Up A Year Later (26:42) Paul's Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bestselling author and modern masculinity expert Scott Galloway joins Paul for a raw conversation about dating, loneliness, and why so many young men are quietly falling behind. Scott breaks down how technology, online dating, and economic anxiety are reshaping male identity - and why men must take responsibility before resentment takes over. Scott explains why men are struggling more than any generation before them, how synthetic relationships are replacing real intimacy, and men should “use their sex drive to become a better man”. From dating apps and divorce to fatherhood, friendship, and the pressure to provide, this is an uncomfortable but necessary conversation about what it actually means to be a man today. Scott shares: ◽ Why so many men have given up on dating altogether ◽ Why we’re creating asocial, asexual men ◽ The biggest boner-killer for women ◽ How online dating has eliminated most men from the mating market ◽ Why economic anxiety, not infidelity, is the real cause of divorce ◽ The danger of AI and synthetic relationships for young people ◽ Why men without strong relationships are most at risk after divorce ◽ How fatherhood finally made him feel “enough” ◽ What young men can do now to rebuild confidence, purpose and connection Scott Galloway, We Need To Talk Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Support Scott here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profgalloway/?hl=enNotes On Being A Man: https://a.co/d/6Sz2btm (00:00) Intro (03:22) Why Has Scott Pivoted From Business to Masculinity? (06:23) Biggest Misconceptions About Scott (14:02) Where Should Young Men Go to Become Informed? (17:13) The Impact of Big Tech on Young Men (22:23) Are There Any Benefits to AI and Relationships? (28:31) What Young Men Should Know About Friendship (34:00) Scott Reflects on Privilege and Success in the USA (37:23) Is It Still Worth Going to University? (37:53) Aura Frames Ad (38:53) What Scott Learned About Love From His Father (48:35) What Scott Learned About Manhood From Caring for His Mother (53:16) How Class and Wealth Affect Mental Health (56:43) Scott Reveals His Two Addictions (59:49) Adobe Express Ad (01:01:02) Scott on the Current Dating Environment for Young Men (01:05:02) 'Shrekking' and Dating Status Dynamics (01:10:15) What Should Men Aspire to in Dating? (01:19:19) Scott's Take on Men and Pornography (01:23:03) Why Are Marriage Rates Declining? (01:24:12) Scott’s Top 3 Tips for a Successful Marriage (01:26:56) What It Means to Be a Man Today (01:31:52) Suicide Rates Among Men and Scott’s Thoughts (01:34:44) "Men Should Pay for Everything" (01:39:04) How Fatherhood Changed Scott (01:43:21) Paul Surprises Scott With Letters From His Sons (01:44:51) Scott Returns the Favour (01:47:14) Why Men Should Be Emotional (01:50:43) Most Memorable Conversation (01:52:58) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Aura Frames - https://auraframes.co.uk 'PAUL' for £35 off Adobe Express: https://ADOBE.LY/ONEBETTER  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Building a fashion empire from the ground up isn’t easy. Today, Paul sits down with fashion entrepreneurs Lorna Luxe and Adam Frisby to share the real story behind their success. From launching multimillion-pound brands to overcoming challenges like debt, burnout, and reinvention, they reveal what it truly takes to thrive in the competitive world of fashion and social media. This is a conversation about risk, resilience, and redefining what’s possible.We’re Talking Fashion Empires (00:00) Intro (00:50) How Lorna Started Out as an Influencer (07:53) Lorna's Partnerships With Fashion Brands (09:16) What Lorna Feels Is Most Misunderstood About Her (12:27) Lorna's Future Brand (13:17) Celebrities and Influencers Who Collaborated on In The Style (13:58) How In The Style Grew (16:05) Adam's Personal Challenges Running In The Style (18:17) How In The Style Benefitted From the Covid Pandemic (21:30) How Adam Became Burnt Out (23:53) How In The Style Came to an End Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Geordie Shore star Holly Hagan opens up about fame, body image, motherhood, and the devastating loss of her 19-year-old sister in her most honest interview ever. Holly reflects on the pressures that shaped her on Geordie Shore, what pushed her into years of cosmetic surgery, and how grief has transformed her life forever. She shares the emotional final hours before losing her sister, how her family found meaning through organ donation, and why raising awareness has become her deepest purpose. Holly also reveals the hidden cost of reality-TV fame, the online abuse she endured, and the moment she realised she no longer recognised the person she had become. Now, as a mum and a coach, she’s using her platform to help women build confidence, understand their bodies, and regulate their emotions through her coaching work. Holly reveals: ◽ How fame magnified her anxiety and body image struggles ◽ The truth about working on Geordie Shore ◽ The heartbreaking final hours of her sister’s life ◽ How organ donation helped her family find meaning in the darkest moment ◽ Why becoming a mum shifted her priorities, patience and perspective ◽ How much she’s spent on cosmetic surgery and her plans for the future ◽ The intimacy rule that’s saved her marriage ◽ How emotional regulation transformed her mental health ◽ The mission behind her new coaching programme for mums Holly Hagan, We Need To Talk Content Warning: This conversation includes discussion of drug use and related experiences. If you or someone you know needs support, you can find resources here: FRANK: https://g2ul0.app.link/651mTy9qXYb What To Do In An Emergency: https://g2ul0.app.link/WjKmwV6qXYb NHS Organ Donation - Link to Register: https://g2ul0.app.link/gtfy87FcnYb Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod  (00:00) Intro (02:50) Holly Is Not a Geordie (03:53) How Holly’s Parents' Split Affected Her at Age 7 (06:55) Holly’s Experience of Bullying at School (10:21) The Persona Holly Developed as a Teenager (14:58) Partying Up North vs Down South (16:21) Holly’s Career Aspirations After School (20:17) How Holly Was Cast in *Geordie Shore* (24:35) Holly’s Experience Filming Season 1 of *Geordie Shore* (32:40) Why Holly Returned for Season 2 (34:58) Welfare Then vs Now in Reality TV (37:02) Geordie Shore's Popularity Peak in 2016 (38:07) Class in the UK and Reality TV Representation (40:43) Shopify Ad (41:46) Holly’s Relationship With Kyle From Geordie Shore (45:13) How Holly and Jacob Met (48:49) How Their First Child Affected Holly and Jacob’s Relationship (54:16) How Holly and Jacob Salvaged Their Relationship (58:33) Aura Frames Ad (59:35) Holly’s Relationship With Social Media Today (01:03:56) Surprise Letter From Sophie Kasaei (01:07:32) Holly’s Relationship With Her Sister Darci (01:09:50) Drug-Taking on Nights Out in the UK (01:10:53) The Events of the Night Darci Died (01:17:22) Darci’s Legacy Through Organ Donation (01:21:14) Drug-Related Death Statistics in the UK (01:22:06) Holly’s Advice After Losing Her Sister (01:24:58) Thoughts on Grieving a Loved One (01:29:31) Holly’s Self-Image and First Cosmetic Surgery at 18 (01:33:09) Holly’s Surgery History and How She Feels Today (01:41:31) Holly’s Retraining and Regulation Practices (01:47:55) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Shopify: https://www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk  Aura Frames - https://auraframes.co.uk 'PAUL' for £35 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paul sits down with Cher Lloyd, Myleene Klass and Estelle to hear the truth about working in the music industry. This is not one to be missed! (00:00) Intro (00:41) Cher Lloyd Talks Being Sexualised in the Music Industry (08:34) Myleene's Experience of the 'Wild West' Music Industry (23:46) Estelle's Experience as a Black Female Artist in the UK Music Industry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professional footballer Joshua Cavallo opens up about coming out as the world’s only openly gay active male footballer - and the reality he faced once the headlines faded. From his coach’s immediate response to the fear he’d lose the career he’d worked his whole life for, Josh reveals why so many gay players still feel unable to speak their truth. Josh reflects on the years he spent living a double life, the isolation that defined his teens, and the moment he finally chose honesty over fear. He also shares the global ripple effect of his coming-out video, the abuse he’s endured in stadiums and online, and how falling in love with fiancé Leighton changed everything. Josh reveals: ◽ Why he believes LGBTQ+ rights are moving backwards ◽ The family expectations he grew up with and why he felt he could never truly be himself ◽ The double life he lived as a teenager and the mental toll of hiding who he was ◽ The coming out letter he wrote to his family ◽ The conversation with his coaches that changed everything ◽ Why so many gay footballers still stay silent ◽ The homophobia he still faces every day ◽ How he secretly mentors closeted professional players ◽ How he proposed to his partner Leighton  Josh Cavallo. We Need To Talk Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod (00:00) Intro (03:35) How Josh's Maltese Heritage Shaped His Upbringing (06:11) Paul Shows Josh a Childhood Photo (07:57) What Josh Learned About Love From His Grandfather (09:48) When Josh First Realised He Was Gay (11:27) Josh on Developing and Maintaining a ‘Mask’ (14:22) Support Josh Had Starting Out in the Football Industry (18:26) Leaving Dating Apps and Meeting His Fiancée (23:33) How Josh Came Out To His Family (33:03) How Josh Came Out to His Teammates (37:20) Public Reaction to Josh Coming Out (40:20) How Josh Realised He Wanted to Be an Advocate (42:43) Did the League Embrace Josh’s News? (43:44) Surprise Video Message For Josh (46:20) Statistics Around Homophobia in Football (48:05) Josh’s View on Homophobia in Today’s Football (49:09) Why Josh Thinks the Problem Is Getting Worse (51:23) Why Other Athletes Aren’t Coming Out (52:18) Josh’s Experience of a Homophobic Attack (54:52) Being on the Cover of Attitude Magazine (56:26) Too Good To Go Ad (57:42) Differences Playing Football in Australia vs the UK (59:51) Times Josh Felt Unsafe on the Pitch (01:05:21) Mentoring Closeted Footballers (01:09:16) The Story of Josh's Proposal to His Fiancée (01:13:35) Video Message From Fiancée Leighton (01:16:26) Josh and Leighton on Having Children (01:19:12) Adobe Express Ad (01:20:19) Huel Ad (01:21:45) How to Stop the Backslide in Civil Rights (01:29:40) The Hypocrisy of the Qatar World Cup (01:34:44) Josh’s Message to the Queer Community (01:35:31) Most Memorable Conversation (01:38:29) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Sponsored by: Too Good To Go: Download the Too Good To Go App to get started Adobe Express: https://ADOBE.LY/ONEBETTER  Huel: https://uk.huel.com/WNTT with code WNTT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with I'm A Celeb stars Kerry Katona, Myleene Klass and Tulisa to discuss the highs and lows of their time in the jungle! (00:00) Intro (00:35) Kerry's Experience of Winning 'I'm a Celeb' (05:46) Myleene's Experience of 'I'm a Celeb' and That White Bikini (10:46) Tulisa's 'I'm a Celeb' Experience Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ellie Goldstein was once told she’d never walk or talk. Now she’s danced on Strictly and graced the cover of Vogue. Today, she shares how she proved them all wrong. Ellie is a model, dancer, and author. She’s worked with Vogue, Gucci, and Adidas, and made history on this year’s Strictly Come Dancing. She’s now helping to change how people see learning disabilities in fashion and media. Her mum, Yvonne, shares the powerful beginning of Ellie’s story. She talks about how doctors broke the news, how they were left alone in a hospital room, and the moment a nurse said, “The last mother who had one of these left it here. Do you want to do that?” Together, they explain: ◽How Strictly changed Ellie’s life - and why she still trains with Vito  ◽How Vito became more than a dance partner - he’s now family ◽Being ignored by model agencies - to becoming cover star of Vogue ◽Why spray tans and dance became her happy place ◽What she tells young people with learning disabilities chasing their dreams ◽The biggest myths about Down syndrome - and how Ellie proves them wrong ◽ How it felt meeting Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo ◽The powerful moment she looked in the mirror and said “you’re perfect” Ellie Goldstein, We Need To Talk. If you want to learn more about learning disabilities, check out these resources from learning disability charity Mencap https://g2ul0.app.link/HGSUr97VyYb Mencap Mythbusters: https://g2ul0.app.link/xtvN8U4VyYb Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod  Follow Ellie here: Instagram: https://g2ul0.app.link/bEaYsyOWyYb Portfolio: https://g2ul0.app.link/j1U27nSWyYb  (00:00) Intro (02:09) What Ellie Loved Most About Her Time on 'Strictly Come Dancing' (03:38) Ellie's Relationship With Her Dance Partner Vito (08:56) Paul, Ellie and Yvonne Watch Ellie's Cha Cha Cha (10:48) Paul Gives Ellie a Surprise Gift (13:21) The Reaction to Ellie Being on Strictly (14:40) How Ellie Dealt With Comments From the Judges (15:28) Support From the Strictly Production Team (16:09) Paul Shows Ellie a Message From Surprise Strictly Judge (18:42) Ellie's Favourite Dance on Strictly (19:09) Who Ellie Wants to Win Strictly (19:32) Ellie and Vito's Pre-Performance Rituals (20:39) Ellie's Advice to Anyone Facing Challenges (21:15) Aura Frames Ad (22:16) Shopify Ad (23:17) When Ellie First Felt Like a Model (23:47) Ellie's Statue on the Southbank (24:27) Ellie's Gucci Campaign (26:46) How Ellie Started Out in Modelling (28:46) Ellie's Vogue Cover (32:01) Meeting Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande (35:07) Ellie's Books (37:14) Yvonne Shares the Story of Ellie's Birth (45:33) Down Syndrome Statistics (45:59) Yvonne on How Her Experience Could Have Been Better (49:09) How Yvonne Told Ellie About Her Condition (50:18) What Yvonne and Ellie Appreciate About Each Other (52:15) Quick Fire Questions for Ellie (53:17) Ellie's Work as a Mencap Ambassador (55:16) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Shopify: https://www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk   Aura Frames - https://auraframes.co.uk 'PAUL' for £45 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the return of Selling Sunset, Paul sits down with Bre Tiesi for a candid conversation about fame, motherhood and the honest thoughts about reality TV. Bre opens up about being thrust into the spotlight, the challenges of being known as “Nick Cannon’s baby mama,” her fight to be respected in luxury real estate, and how she built confidence in an industry dominated by men. Bre also reflects on the intense backlash, the friendships that didn’t last, and the inner strength that’s carried her from her toughest years to taking centre stage on one of Netflix’s biggest shows. We’re Talking: Selling Sunset (00:00) Intro (00:33) How Bre Joined *Selling Sunset* (01:22) Revealing Bre and Nick's Relationship to the Public (02:03) How Bre Got Into Real Estate (03:37) Gender Disparity in Real Estate (04:46) Bre's First Big Listing (05:43) Why Bre Joined *Selling Sunset* Shortly After Giving Birth (07:12) Bre’s Thoughts on Public Reaction to Her (09:25) Was Bre Targeted Because of Her Relationship With Nick Cannon? (12:48) How Bre Feels After 3 Years on the Show (15:15) Bre's Future Plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Made in Chelsea star Sam Vanderpump opens up about life behind reality TV, the advice his aunt Lisa Vanderpump gave him, and the rare liver disease that now means he faces a life-saving transplant. For the first time, Sam reflects on growing up as part of the Vanderpump family, the pressure of living up to his father’s expectations, and the moment he nearly lost his life to sepsis. He also shares how reality TV unexpectedly helped him process trauma, why he’s determined to use his platform to raise awareness for organ donation, and how love and fatherhood have given him new purpose. Sam shares: ◽ The truth behind the Vanderpump family legacy  ◽ What his father’s death taught him about love, pride, and approval ◽ How Lisa Vanderpump became a father figure in his life ◽ The terrifying day he went into organ failure  ◽ How Made in Chelsea helped him confront his emotions for the first time ◽ The moment media headlines about his illness broke him ◽ Why he’s now fighting to raise awareness for organ donation and liver disease ◽ The message from his fiancée that left him in tears Sam Vanderpump. We Need To Talk. Register your decision to donate here: ⁠⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/gtfy87FcnYb⁠⁠ (00:00) Intro   (01:56) Sam Addresses Public Perception of the Vanderpumps   (04:45) What Sam Learned About Love From His Mum and Dad   (07:31) Sam's Complicated Relationship With His Father   (12:20) Coping With the Death of Sam's Father   (14:48) How Reality TV Helped Sam's Mental Health   (16:40) Why Sam Joined Made In Chelsea   (24:55) Paul Shows Sam a Childhood Photo   (29:45) How Authentic Is Made In Chelsea?   (34:44) Has Made In Chelsea Been Good for Sam's Relationships?   (37:54) Paul Shows a Message From Sam’s Fiancée Alice   (41:08) Aura Frames Ad (42:18) What Type of Father Sam Wants to Be   (45:11) Sam Explains His Current Health Condition   (54:37) Key Statistics About Sepsis   (57:04) Why Sam Needs a Liver Transplant   (01:01:13) Sam Addresses the Media Storm Around His Health   (01:04:36) How the Media Storm Affected Sam’s Family and Friends   (01:06:39) How Organ Donation Works and Why Sam Advocates for It   (01:14:54) Sam Reads a Letter From His Grandmother   (01:17:42) Yes I Donate Message (01:18:58) Liver Transplant Survival Rates Explained   (01:23:24) Sam’s Mum Shares Her Perspective   (01:29:42) A Letter From Sam’s Mother   (01:32:24) Most Memorable Conversation   (01:38:10) Paul’s Takeaways  Sponsored by: Aura Frames - https://auraframes.co.uk 'PAUL' for £45 off Register your decision to donate here: ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/gtfy87FcnYb⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To mark Transgender Awareness Week, Paul sits down with Married At First Sight’s Ella Morgan and her dad Chris for an honest conversation about identity, acceptance and family. From navigating misunderstanding to rebuilding their relationship with love and empathy, they share what it means to live authentically and to stand by one another through change. This episode is about courage and connection - reminding us that everyone deserves to feel safe in who they are. We’re Talking: Transgender Awareness (00:00) Intro (00:44) How Paul and Ella Met (03:05) What Is 'Dead-Naming'? (04:56) Ella's Relationship History Before MAFS (07:08) Safety as a Trans Person (09:47) Ella's Dad Joins the Conversation (10:42) How Did Chris Find Out About Ella's True Identity? (14:34) Paul Shows Chris a Picture of Him and Ella from 2001 (16:57) How Chris Handled the Terminology After Learning Ella's True Identity (18:00) Public Reaction to Ella Presenting as a Woman (19:25) Ella's Experience with Gender Reassignment Surgery (20:48) Chris' Experience of Ella's Transition Surgery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In her first ever solo interview, YouTube creator and mum of four Anna Saccone opens up about the truth behind The SACCONEJOLYs, the hidden pain behind her picture-perfect life, and the moments that almost broke her. Content warning: This episode includes discussion of eating disorders and miscarriage. For the first time, Anna shares the real story behind her marriage, her relationship with Jonathan, and the intense pressure of raising a family online while facing constant criticism and scrutiny. She also speaks candidly about her struggles with bulimia, body image, and identity - and how she’s finally learning to live life on her own terms. Anna shares: ◽ Why she wasn’t truly happy on her wedding day ◽ How her father’s obsession with appearance impacted her ◽ How she built a family-vlog channel that earned tens of thousands a month ◽ What it’s really like raising a trans child in the public eye ◽ How she feels about the negative comments ◽ How returning to school became her way of reclaiming her voice This conversation includes discussion of eating disorders and baby loss. We’ve included support links below, along with the organisation Anna mentions in the episode, which provides resources for transgender healthcare: Beat Eating Disorders - https://g2ul0.app.link/gHK6cjr3ZRb Tommy’s: https://g2ul0.app.link/yiLgVePdnVb Sands: https://g2ul0.app.link/1c7K7WVdnVb Anne Healthcare - https://g2ul0.app.link/BWEMiCQBbYb  Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod  (00:00) Intro (01:31) Why Anna Decided to Do This Podcast Without Jonathan (02:39) Anna's Experience Growing Up in Baltimore (05:46) How That Affected Anna's Relationship With Her Dad (05:47) Moving From Baltimore to Cork (12:15) The Beginnings of Anna's Eating Disorder (14:28) Meeting Jonathan & Quitting University (17:05) What Anna Initially Saw in Jonathan (23:43) How Anna and Jonathan Started on YouTube (28:05) Surprise Message From Jonathan (30:01) Anna's Struggle With Bulimia (32:48) Anna's Advice for Anyone Going Through an Eating Disorder (36:24) How the Growth of the YouTube Channel Affected Anna (42:44) Why Anna Thinks They’ve Been So Popular on YouTube (47:14) How Anna Deals With Online Criticism (58:03) Transgender Statistics in the UK and Anna’s View on the Current Climate (1:03:13) Shopify Ad (1:04:11) Adobe Express Ad (1:05:13) Anna’s Perspective on Featuring Her Children on Social Media (1:16:03) How Motherhood Impacted Anna (1:17:54) Struggling to Connect With Other Mums (1:22:57) Jonathan’s Gender Identity (1:25:54) How Anna Feels About the Negativity Directed Toward Jonathan (1:31:00) Dealing With Online Hate (1:33:30) Quick Fire Questions for Anna (1:39:05) Final Question: Anna’s Decision to Retrain in Nutrition (1:41:15) Most Memorable Conversation (1:45:32) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Shopify: https://www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk  Adobe Express: https://ADOBE.LY/PAUL  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honour of Anti-Bullying Week, we sit down with Nadiya Hussain, Megan Barton-Hanson, and Calum Scott to discuss their personal experiences with bullying and the profound impact it’s had on their lives. From childhood trauma to online harassment, these three open up about the struggles they faced and how they found strength in their vulnerability. We're Talking Bullying. (00:00) Intro (00:39) Nadiya's experience of bullying growing up (07:54) Megan's experience of bullying at school (12:21) Love Better Tour Ad (13:38) Calum's experience of coming out and the subsequent bullying Get Your Tickets to the Love Better Tour: https://bit.ly/lovebetter-YT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Strictly Come Dancing winner Ore Oduba opens up about addiction for the first time - and the secret he’s carried for over 30 years.Content warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide and addiction. In this powerful and deeply moving conversation, Ore shares how he was first exposed at just nine years old - and the lifelong impact it had on his identity, confidence, and relationships. He also reflects on the emotional scars of growing up in fear, the silence he carried into adulthood, and the private battles behind his public success. Ore shares: ◽ Why he lived in fear of his father for years ◽ How his upbringing shaped his confidence, his career - and his silence ◽ The grief of losing his father and sister in such a short space of time ◽ How he felt like he was dying inside - while living what looked like a “perfect” life ◽ How Strictly Come Dancing became his awakening ◽ Why the West End reignited his joy and love for performing ◽ Why he struggled to open up, even to those closest to him ◽ How he’s learning to rewrite the story for himself, and for his children Ore Oduba, We Need To Talk. If you’re struggling, you don’t have to face it alone. We’ve included support charities below:  Samaritans - call on 116 123 or visit https://g2ul0.app.link/xghDmmYV4Wb   Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): https://g2ul0.app.link/npaQKXUV4Wb Naked Truth Project: https://g2ul0.app.link/JPSkS5mNZXb  Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod  (00:00) Intro (03:03) Growing Up in Dorset (06:11) Black Identity in 1990s Dorset (11:18) Childhood and Family Dynamics (14:08) Did Ore Feel Loved? (16:35) Early Love for Performing (20:48) Starting Out in TV Presenting (28:17) Ore on Newsround (32:38) Handling Media Scrutiny (34:22) Winning Strictly Come Dancing (45:22) Life After Strictly (47:41) Hiding Behind a Facade (53:43) Relationship With His Brother (1:03:30) Losing His Sister (1:07:47) Mental Health and Identity (1:12:35) Learning of His Father’s Death (1:15:32) Ore’s 30-Year Addiction Struggle (1:32:43) Adult Content Use Among Young People (1:45:05) Message From Strictly’s Joanne Clifton (1:47:25) Childhood Photo Surprise (1:51:33) Most Memorable Moment (1:55:33) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Adobe Express: https://ADOBE.LY/PAUL Get Your Tickets to the Love Better Tour: https://bit.ly/lovebetter-YT Birmingham - https://g2ul0.app.link/pJIj4XShrXb Manchester - https://g2ul0.app.link/4SQwKDXhrXb Brighton - https://g2ul0.app.link/BO71HSZhrXb London - https://g2ul0.app.link/gm6iB91hrXb Sync-ID MB01SOP0ZYTDXBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

YUNGBLUD’s journey from growing up in Doncaster to securing a major record deal with Interscope Records is a story of defying expectations and embracing individuality. In this conversation, the boundary-pushing artist opens up about overcoming childhood struggles, breaking through perceptions, and how his unique style and unapologetic approach led to his big break in the music industry. This rare glimpse into YUNGBLUD's rise to fame reveals the challenges he’s faced and the lessons he’s learned about staying true to himself in a world that’s always trying to define him. We’re Talking YUNGBLUD. (00:00) Intro (00:41) Growing Up in Doncaster: Yungblud’s Early Years (03:29) People’s Perceptions of Yungblud: From Childhood to Adulthood (12:26) Love Better Tour Announcement (13:23) How Yungblud Was Signed to Interscope Records Get Your Tickets to the Love Better Tour: https://bit.ly/lovebetter-YT Glasgow - https://g2ul0.app.link/FMk3N4PhrXb Birmingham - https://g2ul0.app.link/pJIj4XShrXb Manchester - https://g2ul0.app.link/4SQwKDXhrXb Brighton - https://g2ul0.app.link/BO71HSZhrXb London - https://g2ul0.app.link/gm6iB91hrXb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do CIA spies detect lies, build trust fast, and navigate high-stakes relationships? Former covert officer Andrew Bustamante reveals how the tools he used in espionage can transform your personal life - from how you read people to how you love them. From growing up in a turbulent family, to commanding U.S. nuclear missiles at 24, to being recruited into the CIA, Andrew’s story is a journey through power, secrecy, love, and identity. But beneath the training lies a deeper lesson: the same psychological skills designed for national security became the ones that saved his marriage and founded Everyday Spy, an online education platform that provides people with useful spy skills for everyday life. As Andrew says: The CIA’s real superpower isn’t guns or gadgets - it’s learning how to systematise natural curiosity. In this conversation, he shares how those skills can change the way you connect, communicate, and build trust in everyday life. You’ll learn: ◽How to tell if someone is lying  ◽Why he cut off his girlfriend, friends, and family for the chance to join the CIA ◽The CIA method for building instant emotional trust ◽How to recognise when a relationship is starting to decline - and how to fix it ◽The hardest conversation of his life (and what it taught him about love) ◽His take on Jeffrey Epstein and possible CIA connections ◽How easy it really is to launch a nuclear missile - and what that reveals about power Part life story, part relationship masterclass, and part psychological thriller, this episode will change how you see honesty, loyalty, and the hidden motivations that shape every relationship. Andrew Bustamante. We Need To Talk. Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Support Andrew here: Instagram: https://g2ul0.app.link/Ps9x0EkXMXb TikTok: https://g2ul0.app.link/1nNEZWvXMXb  YouTube: https://g2ul0.app.link/19tVZShXMXb EverydaySpy: https://g2ul0.app.link/wG0st3xXMXb Find Your Superpower: https://g2ul0.app.link/qqQlh5v0PXb Shadow Cell: https://g2ul0.app.link/GwDAB7DVMXb  (00:00) Intro (02:13) How Can You Tell If Someone Is Lying? (05:27) Is Every Relationship Transactional? (19:42) Andrew's Checklist for Profiling Someone (24:12) Was Jeffrey Epstein a Government Asset? (29:13) Shopify Ad (30:16) Love Better Tour Ad (31:14) Andrew's Upbringing in Pennsylvania and Mixed-Race Heritage (33:45) Andrew's Relationship With His Biological Father (37:48) Andrew's Journey to the CIA (39:47) Life at a Military Academy (46:51) Andrew's Time as a Nuclear Missile Officer (50:21) Nuclear Proliferation (52:58) How Andrew Became a CIA Agent (1:12:21) Romantic Relationships Within the CIA (1:16:22) How Andrew Met His Wife During His Time at the CIA (1:21:44) Why Andrew Proposed to His Wife (1:26:55) Why Andrew Decided to Leave the CIA (1:32:09) Getting a Job After Being in the CIA (1:39:18) Is 'Sexpionage' a Real Method of Spying? (1:41:59) A Skill Andrew Learned in the CIA That Applies to Everyone (1:45:11) What Andrew Thinks the Future of the World Looks Like (1:46:46) What Is the Biggest Threat to the World? (1:47:59) What Is Andrew's Identity Today? (1:51:51) Most Memorable Conversation (1:56:06) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Shopify: https://www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk   Get Your Tickets to the Love Better Tour: https://bit.ly/lovebetter-YT Glasgow - https://g2ul0.app.link/FMk3N4PhrXb Birmingham - https://g2ul0.app.link/pJIj4XShrXb Manchester - https://g2ul0.app.link/4SQwKDXhrXb Brighton - https://g2ul0.app.link/BO71HSZhrXb London - https://g2ul0.app.link/gm6iB91hrXb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honour of Black History Month, we sit down with Jordan Stevens, Jamelia, and Estelle who share their personal stories of navigating life as Black and mixed-race individuals in Britain. From embracing their cultural roots to overcoming challenges in predominantly white spaces, they discuss what it means to belong, to be seen, and to celebrate Blackness in all its diversity. Their stories remind us that Black history is not just a month - it’s an ongoing journey of resilience, pride and connection. We're Talking Black History (00:00) Intro(00:50) Jordan Shares His Experience of Being Mixed-Race in Brighton(03:58) Differences in Perspectives on Race Between the USA and UK(04:37) Jordan Discusses His Identity and Navigating Different Social Spaces(08:23) Jamelia’s Upbringing in Birmingham(09:11) The Significance of 1981 in UK History(10:07) Jamelia’s Parents and Their Rastafarian Beliefs(16:45) Love Better Tour Ad(17:48) Estelle’s Childhood in Hammersmith(20:10) The Importance of Estelle’s Grandmother to Her Family Get Your Tickets to Paul’s Love Better Tour! Bristol - ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/mt5I2RKhrXb⁠ Cardiff - ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/5mZIoBNhrXb⁠ Glasgow - ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/FMk3N4PhrXb⁠ Birmingham - ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/pJIj4XShrXb⁠ Manchester - ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/4SQwKDXhrXb⁠ Brighton - ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/BO71HSZhrXb⁠ London - ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/gm6iB91hrXb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TOWIE star breaks silence after a decade on The Only Way Is Essex, the pressure of fame, and how postnatal depression pushed her to the edge.Content warning: This episode includes discussion of baby loss.Georgia Kousoulou sits down with Paul for an unfiltered conversation about life on and off screen. She speaks honestly about the behind the scenes of TOWIE, her relationships with fellow cast mates and how she met husband Tommy Mallett. Georgia also opens up about their wedding - and why some of her former castmates didn’t make the guest list.In this deeply emotional conversation, Georgia reflects on baby loss, the silent grief that followed, and the strength it took to begin again. She also opens up about a recent health scare - discovering a lump that led to the shock of finding ruptured implants. Now, she’s advocating for greater awareness around cosmetic surgery and the importance of listening to your body. Georgia also shares:◽ Her parents split and how it impacted her life◽ The truth about TOWIE and why she walked away◽ How she and Tommy became “the couple they couldn’t break”◽ How discovering Tommy’s ADHD changed their relationship ◽ Her struggle with postnatal depression - and how Tommy helped her survive it◽ The silent grief of baby loss - and how she found hope ◽ Why speaking out saved her - and might help others do the same◽ Welcoming her rainbow baby and learning to love herself again◽ The lump that changed everything - and why she’s speaking out about surgery safetyGeorgia Kousoulou, We Need To Talk.This episode contains discussion of miscarriage and baby loss. We’ve included links to support charities below:Tommy’s: https://g2ul0.app.link/yiLgVePdnVbSands: https://g2ul0.app.link/1c7K7WVdnVbCampaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): https://g2ul0.app.link/npaQKXUV4Wb Follow me here:https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpodFollow Georgia here:Instagram: https://g2ul0.app.link/1zyQaAGJCXbTikTok: https://g2ul0.app.link/X8T1MzKJCXb (00:00) Intro(02:33) How Closely Does Georgia Identify With Her Greek Heritage?(04:30) What Was Essex Like When Georgia Was Growing Up?(05:35) Georgia's Experience of School(07:28) What Did 16-Year-Old Georgia Want to Do With Her Life?(08:42) What Georgia Did for Work After Leaving School(12:47) How Georgia's Shop Got Her Onto TOWIE(14:09) How Successful Was TOWIE When Georgia Joined the Cast?(16:16) Georgia's First Appearance on TOWIE(20:35) How Georgia's Career Ambitions Changed on TOWIE(21:46) Why Georgia Thinks She Was a Hit on TOWIE(24:07) What Happened to Georgia's Relationship While on TOWIE?(25:32) How Her Parents' Split Affected Georgia as an Adult(27:34) How Georgia Met Tommy(31:02) How Georgia Knew Her Relationship With Tommy Was Real(32:34) The Atmosphere Amongst the TOWIE Cast(39:25) Did Georgia Feel Media Pressure on Her and Tommy's Relationship?(42:59) Has Georgia Kept in Touch With Her TOWIE Castmates?(47:02) Georgia's Feelings About Marrying Tommy While on TOWIE(50:21) Adobe Express Ad(51:20) Love Better Tour Ad(52:20) Georgia's Experience of Becoming a Mum and Postnatal Depression(01:04:27) How the Dynamic Between Georgia and Tommy Changed After Brody(01:10:13) Tommy's ADHD Diagnosis and Adult Diagnosis Statistics(01:14:48) Georgia's Experience of Miscarriage(01:24:38) How Georgia and Tommy Healed From Their Trauma(01:28:06) Georgia's 'Obsession' With Conceiving Another Baby(01:30:36) The Birth of Georgia's 'Rainbow Baby' Gigi(01:31:47) Georgia's Thoughts on 'Bouncing Back' From Childbirth(01:35:52) Georgia's History of Plastic Surgery and Thoughts on the Industry(01:39:54) What's Next for Georgia?(01:42:59) Most Memorable Conversation(01:46:51) Paul's TakeawaysSponsored by:Adobe Express: https://ADOBE.LY/PAUL Get Your Tickets to the Love Better Tour: https://bit.ly/lovebetter-YT Sync-ID MB01P3JT0TPVKYPMB01GVJTUESWJR8 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Katie Price, Mel Robbins, and Caity Baser share their journeys with ADHD and the challenges they’ve faced in navigating relationships, careers, and self-understanding. ADHD is more common than we realise, yet it often goes undiagnosed or misunderstood, especially in adults. From late diagnoses to daily struggles with focus and impulsivity, they discuss how ADHD has shaped their lives and relationships, and how understanding their condition has changed everything. Their stories remind us that ADHD isn’t just a label - it’s a lens through which we can better understand ourselves and others. We’re Talking: ADHD Awareness(00:00) Intro(00:49) Katie Price's ADHD Diagnosis(06:27) How Mel Robbins Manages Her ADHD in Her Marriage(17:33) Love Better Tour Ad(18:32) How Caity Baser's ADHD ManifestsGet Your Tickets to Paul’s Love Better TourBristol - https://g2ul0.app.link/mt5I2RKhrXb Cardiff - https://g2ul0.app.link/5mZIoBNhrXbGlasgow - https://g2ul0.app.link/FMk3N4PhrXbBirmingham - https://g2ul0.app.link/pJIj4XShrXb Manchester - https://g2ul0.app.link/4SQwKDXhrXb Brighton - https://g2ul0.app.link/BO71HSZhrXb London - https://g2ul0.app.link/gm6iB91hrXb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oscar-winning author and artist Charlie Mackesy opens up like never before - about anxiety, grief, loneliness, and the quiet power of kindness.Content warning: This episode includes discussion of suicidal ideation.  Charlie is the creator of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse - the longest-running Sunday Times bestseller in history, translated into over 50 languages and embraced by millions around the world. In this rare and deeply personal conversation, Charlie reflects on the moments that shaped both his life and his work - from the loss that changed everything to the drawings that helped strangers feel less alone. He and Paul talk about anxiety, friendship, and the radical courage it takes to be vulnerable. Charlie shares: ◽ The moment grief changed the course of his life◽ The story behind the illustrations that helped strangers stay alive◽ How he sketched his way around the world◽ How bad the anxiety got - and the breathing trick that helped him survive◽ The path to The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse◽ The journey to his new book, Always Remember◽ What it took to create his Oscar-winning film◽ How shame isolates men - and why kindness is the antidote Charlie Mackesy, We Need To Talk.If you’re struggling, you don’t have to face it alone. We’ve included support charities below: Samaritans - call on 116 123 or visit https://g2ul0.app.link/xghDmmYV4Wb Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): https://g2ul0.app.link/npaQKXUV4Wb Follow me here:https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Support Charlie here:Instagram: https://g2ul0.app.link/llwkLT0jrXb Always Remember: https://g2ul0.app.link/l0I8zRXjrXb  (00:00) Intro(02:38) Charlie's Upbringing in Northumberland(06:34) Changing Schools at 16(10:16) Why Charlie Started Drawing(19:02) Losing His Best Friend at 18(19:58) Moving to London and Starting His Career(23:12) Time in Manhattan(33:16) Picking Tea in Zimbabwe(35:13) Connection to Brixton(40:07) Adobe Express Ad(41:06) Shopify Ad(42:06) Creating *The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse*(55:48) The Book’s Commercial Success(1:02:43) Behind the Scenes of *Love Actually*(1:06:25) Making the Film Adaptation(1:08:42) Winning an Oscar(1:12:36) Concept Behind *Always Remember*(1:14:47) Love Better Tour Ad(1:15:46) Facing Darker Periods in Life(1:19:51) Managing Anxiety(1:27:55) Attention Span(1:29:30) Creative Process Demo(1:30:56) Friendships Past and Present(1:38:19) Thoughts on Faith(1:43:13) What Paul and Charlie Are Grateful For(1:45:18) Drawing Mantra(1:48:36) Latest Drawing Reveal(1:50:20) Paul's TakeawaysSponsored by:Shopify: https://www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Adobe Express: https://ADOBE.LY/PAUL  Get Your Tickets to Paul’s Love Better Tour!Bristol - https://g2ul0.app.link/mt5I2RKhrXbCardiff - https://g2ul0.app.link/5mZIoBNhrXbGlasgow - https://g2ul0.app.link/FMk3N4PhrXbBirmingham - https://g2ul0.app.link/pJIj4XShrXbManchester - https://g2ul0.app.link/4SQwKDXhrXbBrighton - https://g2ul0.app.link/BO71HSZhrXbLondon - https://g2ul0.app.link/gm6iB91hrXb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honour of Baby Loss Awareness Week, Paul sits down with Perrie Edwards, Myleene Klass, and Katherine Ryan, who share their personal stories of grief and resilience. Miscarriage and baby loss are more common than we think, yet remain one of society's most unspoken struggles. From the uncertainty of pregnancy to the heartbreaking reality of loss, they discuss what it means to grieve, to speak up, and to advocate for better support. Their stories remind us that no one has to face this alone. This is a space for honesty, healing, and hope. If anything in this conversation brings up difficult feelings, you’re not alone. There is support available: Tommy’s: https://g2ul0.app.link/yiLgVePdnVb Sands: https://g2ul0.app.link/1c7K7WVdnVb Baby Loss Awareness Week: https://g2ul0.app.link/ye2qd7YQiXb  Baby Loss Awareness Week is an opportunity to bring us together as a community and give anyone touched by pregnancy and baby loss a safe and supportive space to share their experiences and feel that they are not alone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices