Personal Journals
Great Company with Jamie Laing
Jampot Productions
I’m Jamie Laing and this is Great Company – a weekly podcast full of inspiring conversations about resilience, joy and self-improvement. Each week I sit down with fascinating guests from entertainment, business and psychology to share the stories that help us learn, grow and feel more connected.New episodes every Wednesday.A JamPot Productions Original Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Elizabeth Day: Your Twenties Shape the Best Years Of Your Life | GREAT MOMENTS
29 mar 202617 min<p>Your twenties can feel like A LOT. </p><br><p>There’s a pressure to find a job that you love, show up perfectly in your friendships and relationships… and somehow keep up with everyone else. It’s hard not to compare yourself when everyone else seems to have it figured out. </p><br><p>Author, journalist and host of the award-winning podcast How to Fail, Elizabeth Day understands that feeling all too well. </p><br><p>In this Great Moment, she reflects on how each decade of her life has shaped her, and why reframing the way we think about success is so important. </p><br><p>She explains how comparison can fuel self-doubt, and why the lessons we learn along the way are what truly matter.</p><br><p>Because ultimately, life isn’t a sprint it’s a marathon.</p><br><p>Listen to the full episode <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/1KAso5oXIN0AuPZYzZL66F?si=ajQZC-voRhObCxG-blwm0Q" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS</p><p>Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><br><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
MOSES ITAUMA: I’m the Future Heavyweight Champion. This is How I’ll Do It
25 mar 20261h 2m<p>Moses Itauma is one of the most exciting names in boxing right now. He’s a former European and World Junior Champion who’s widely tipped to become Britain’s next heavyweight superstar.</p><br><p>I’ve always been really interested in the journey someone goes on before they become the next big thing and that’s exactly where Moses is.</p><br><p>At just 21, he’s on the brink of greatness as he prepares to face Jermaine Franklin this Saturday night. It’s a world away from where it all began… when he first stepped into a boxing gym aged nine and hated every second of it. From a small town in Slovakia to one of the most talked about heavyweight prospects in the world, Moses’s journey has been anything but ordinary.</p><br><p>In this episode, Moses shares:</p><p>- Leaving Slovakia at the age of 3 and building a new life in Kent</p><p>- Why he refuses to trash talk his opponents</p><p>- What really happened behind the scenes of his fight with Dillian Whyte</p><p>- What professional boxers actually get paid</p><p>- The mindset, discipline and habits that are taking him to the top</p><br><p>This isn’t just a conversation about boxing. It’s about resilience, belief and what it really takes to become the very best. </p><br><p>Moses Itauma is in Great Company.</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram-<a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok -<a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @greatcompanypodcast </a></p><p>Jamie -<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jamielaing/?hl=en-gb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @jamielaing</a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk </p><br><p>THE CREDITS</p><p>Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins & Alex Reed</p><p>Video: Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Kiera Maloney</p><p>Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Aitch: What People’s Differences Can Teach Us | GREAT MOMENTS
23 mar 202610 min<p>Aitch is known for his chart-topping tracks and insane freestyle talent but, away from music, he uses his platform to raise awareness for Down’s syndrome, inspired by his younger sister Gracie, who has the condition. </p><br><p>In this Great Moment, Aitch opens up about how important Gracie is to him and the joy and light she brings to everyone around her.</p><br><p>He shares how she’s shaped his outlook on life and taught him the importance of treating everyone equally. </p><br><p>Sometimes, the people who teach us the most… are the ones right beside us.</p><br><p>Listen to the full episode <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2VZyKWgeQtQL7r7k0aaUN0?si=L59zRDofQPWj88OOsIo8eQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS</p><p>Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><br><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
FEARNE COTTON: How I Set Boundaries & Stopped Being a People Pleaser
20 mar 202655 min<p>So many of us grew up watching Fearne Cotton on children’s TV and then later listening to her on Radio 1. She’s a broadcasting icon, bestselling author and someone I’ve looked up to for such a long time. </p><br><p>At just 15, Fearne was thrust into the public eye when she began her TV career on Disney Club. With that came a huge pressure to be liked and she felt like she needed to change parts of her personality to fit in and keep people happy. </p><br><p>In this conversation, she opens up about how, despite her success, she often felt she didn’t deserve the opportunities she was given. </p><br><p>In this episode, Fearne shares:</p><ul><li>How she has learned to let go of people pleasing</li><li>Her 10 year battle with anxiety which forced her to step away from live radio and TV</li><li>How she began working on TV aged just 15 </li><li>Working with incredible artists like Eminem and Amy Winehouse </li><li>Why it’s important to push boundaries and care less about being likeable</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This conversation is an important reminder that when you stop worrying so much about what other people think of you, you give space for the real you to shine.</p><br><p>Fearne Cotton is Great Company. </p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><p>Jamie - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jamielaing/?hl=en-gb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@jamielaing </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister</p><p>Producer: Magda Cassidy & Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Editor Producer: Kat Milsom</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Anthony Barter & Amber Hourigan</p><p>Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Dr Aliza Pressman: Parenting Advice You NEED To Hear | GREAT MOMENTS
16 mar 202615 min<p>50% of new parents experience a rise in stress, anxiety or depression according to recent research. With so much noise online about the “right” way to parent, it’s easy to feel like you’re doing it all wrong. </p><br><p>Dr. Aliza Pressman is a renowned childhood expert and developmental psychologist. She believes that the only “right” way to parent is the way that works for you.</p><br><p>In this Great Moment, she breaks down the intrinsic link between a parent’s mental health and their child’s wellbeing proving why taking care of yourself isn’t selfish... it’s essential.</p><br><p>Listen to the full episode <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JpDz262v5OqdORuyKMKkb?si=042ffaa69549420f" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS</p><p>Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><br><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
MILLIE COURT: “Lucinda Was Totally Misunderstood in the Love Island Villa”
11 mar 20261h 16m<p>Millie Court first captured the nation’s heart when she won Love Island Series 7 back in 2021. Since then, she’s built a successful career while navigating a relationship and a break-up, all in the public eye.</p><br><p>She won us over all over again when she returned to our screens for this year’s Love Island All Stars. I was obsessed with the series, so you can imagine how excited I was to sit down with her for her first podcast interview since leaving the villa.</p><br><p>In this episode, Millie shares:</p><ul><li>Her take on all the drama in the Love Island All Stars villa</li><li>What really happened between Chloe and Lucinda after Series 7</li><li>Navigating a public break-up and how she came out the other side</li><li>Dealing with online trolls and comments about her appearance</li><li>Why things feel different with Zac and their plans for the future</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Millie is a ray of sunshine and this conversation shows exactly why so many people fell in love with her in the first place.</p><br><p>Millie Court is Great Company.</p><br><p>If you love Millie's episode, you'll love Chloe Burrows' episode too. Listen <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ZUw6WvnIXyqgr3J9kElf3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE!</a></p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><p>Jamie - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jamielaing/?hl=en-gb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@jamielaing </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Anthony Barter & Amber Hourigan</p><p>Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Munya Chawawa: Why Comedy Matters Right Now | GREAT MOMENTS
9 mar 202613 min<p>Munya Chawawa is one of the sharpest and funniest voices on social media, known for his brilliantly observant takes on society, politics and the news cycle. </p><br><p>In this Great Moment, he explains why the real satisfaction in comedy comes from holding up a mirror to society - and getting people to question the world around them.</p><br><p>For Munya, comedy is more than entertainment. It’s a language we all share, and a powerful way to start conversations about the things that can be hardest to talk about.</p><br><p>Because sometimes the best way to make people think… is to make them laugh first.</p><br><p>Listen to the full episode <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2hqrQQFkZ59BelBYgi9OS2?si=5Mbg6nJ6SqCaFRpngYDt4Q" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
TOM DAVIS: I Lost Friends When I Quit Alcohol - But This Is What It Taught Me
4 mar 20261h 10m<p>Tom Davis is one of the funniest people I know. We first met ten years ago on Murder in Successville, the hilarious BBC3 sitcom he co-created with his friend James De Frond. </p><br><p>At the time, I had no idea what I was getting myself into. What I didn’t realise then was just how much the show meant to Tom. Murder in Successville wasn’t just another job for him. It was a pivotal moment and there was so much riding on it. </p><br><p>This conversation is a rollercoaster. I haven’t laughed that much in a long time - but it also reveals a side to Tom that goes far beyond the laughs. </p><br><p>In this episode, Tom shares:</p><ul><li>Why he took a risk on me for the very first episode of Murder in Successville</li><li>How he desperately wanted to be a dad and feared it might not happen</li><li>Why he decided to go sober and what it’s taught him </li><li>What Timothée Chalamet text him after the Critics Choice Awards</li><li>What happened when Tom was mistaken for Ed Sheeran’s bodyguard </li></ul><p><br></p><p>This conversation is a reminder that it’s not always a simple road to success - true success is a journey. </p><br><p>Tom Davis is Great Company.</p><br><p>Get tickets for Tom's 2026 tour, Spudgun <a href="www.bigtomdavis.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE!</a></p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><p>Jamie - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jamielaing/?hl=en-gb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@jamielaing </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke & Jack Claramunt</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p>Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Introducing NearlyWeds with Molly and Tom
3 mar 202612 min<p>If you followed Sophie and my NearlyWeds journey, you’ll know just how wild, emotional and downright chaotic wedding planning can be. Now, it’s time for a brand new love story to take centre stage.</p><br><p>NearlyWeds with Molly & Tom follows the next reality-TV romance stepping into real life and straight down the aisle. From venue hunting and guest list politics to budget stress, family dynamics and the unexpected curveballs no one warns you about, Molly and Tom are letting you in on everything.</p><br><p>It’s heartfelt, hilarious and completely unfiltered. It's the behind-the-scenes of a love story you’re already invested in.</p><br><p>Here’s a sneak peek of NearlyWeds with Molly & Tom. It's now available on all your favourite podcast platforms.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Zara Larsson on Staying True to Yourself | GREAT MOMENTS
2 mar 202613 min<p>Zara Larsson is having a moment with her hit song, Midnight Summer. So, who better to feature as this week’s Great Moment… </p><br><p>One of pop’s brightest stars, Zara is sweet, magnetic and unapologetically herself. In this Great Moment, she talks about why it’s so important to make music she truly believes in, instead of getting caught up in what everyone else expects. </p><br><p>The BRIT nominee shares how easy it can be to lose yourself when you’re trying to please everyone and why seeing artists like Beyonce reach the top while staying true to who they are, means so much to her. </p><br><p>Whether you’re a creative, a dreamer or just someone trying to figure things out, this one’s for you. Make what YOU love, back yourself and the rest will follow. </p><br><p>Listen to the full episode <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/6LyN1unPe1uVSqZaZhd34M?si=aA6CqV2uSfGzW70oYn7z6w" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
CHRIS OLSEN: “It’s Rehab or You Lose Us” - My Family Made Me Choose
25 lut 20261h 10m<p>Chris Olsen is one of the biggest social media stars in the world. He joined TikTok in 2020 and quickly became a viral sensation. I’ve admired him for a long time - his social media content is so funny, honest, and just impossible to scroll past. </p><br><p>But what I didn’t fully appreciate until this conversation was just how much he’s been through to get to where he is today. </p><br><p>Chris opens up about getting sober at 19 - before he’d ever had a legal drink - and the intervention that forced him into an impossible choice: choosing between his family and alcohol. </p><br><p>We cover: </p><ul><li>His journey to sobriety and what it’s taught him </li><li>The heartbreaking moment his mum told him she was an alcoholic </li><li>How he handles online criticism without it defining him</li><li>The best advice Meghan Trainor ever gave him </li><li>How Chris met his new boyfriend Harrison </li></ul><p><br></p><p>This conversation is about choosing yourself, even when it’s hard, and about building a life that feels worth protecting.</p><br><p>Chris Olsen is Great Company.</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/breakdown-cover/?utm_source=drtv_ad&utm_medium=direct_response&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=greatcompany" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/Great</a> T&Cs apply. Verify claims at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/about-us/best-breakdown" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/best</a></p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke & Jack Claramunt</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p>Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Shirley Ballas on Growing Up Without a Dad | GREAT MOMENTS
23 lut 202613 min<p>We often talk about the impact our parents have on us growing up but what happens when one of them isn’t there? </p><br><p>For Shirley Ballas, growing up without a father didn’t just affect her childhood. It influenced her confidence, her relationships and how she saw herself - in ways she only began to understand much later in life.</p><br><p>In this Great Moment, Shirley opens up about the emotional gap her father left behind and how facing his death brought an unexpected closure. </p><br><p>This is for anyone who’s felt the quiet impact of someone missing. </p><br><p>Listen to the full episode <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2Q9Lkug6ALtNixYyysXJkJ?si=9S2FGUb_QHyv7FQQSKzZCw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/breakdown-cover/?utm_source=drtv_ad&utm_medium=direct_response&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=greatcompany" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/Great</a> T&Cs apply. Verify claims at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/about-us/best-breakdown" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/best</a></p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
ADOLESCENCE CREATOR JACK THORNE on Golden Globes, Being an Outsider & the Dark Side of Social Media
18 lut 20261h 1m<p>You might not know Jack Thorne’s name but you’ll definitely know his work. He’s the award-winning writer behind Adolescence, Skins, This is England and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.</p><br><p>For years, he has created intense, thought-provoking dramas - stories that speak to millions of us around the world. His work doesn’t just entertain, it creates conversations about who we are and the world we live in. </p><br><p>I loved this conversation with Jack. What surprised me most was learning that behind his success is someone who grew up feeling like he didn’t quite belong. It was through his writing that Jack found his purpose: telling stories that matter. </p><br><p>We cover: </p><p><br></p><ul><li>Locking eyes with Leonardo DiCaprio during his Golden Globes speech</li><li>Adolescence and the dark side of social media </li><li>E.T. - the film that made Jack fall in love with cinema </li><li>His creative partnership and friendship with Stephen Graham</li><li>How his autism diagnosis helped him make sense of his past</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you take one thing from this conversation, let it be this: stories have a quiet power to help us see the world, and ourselves, a little differently.</p><br><p>You can watch Jack's Lord of The Flies series now. All episodes are available on BBC iPlayer. </p><br><p>Jack Thorne is Great Company. </p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/breakdown-cover/?utm_source=drtv_ad&utm_medium=direct_response&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=greatcompany" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/Great</a> T&Cs apply. Verify claims at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/about-us/best-breakdown" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/best</a></p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke & Jack Claramunt</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p>Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Prof Tim Spector: How Food is Affecting Your Mental Health | GREAT MOMENTS
16 lut 202615 min<p>We spend more than 2 HOURS every day thinking about food: what to eat, when to eat and what we’re craving next…</p><br><p>But how often do we stop to ask, is this actually what my body needs? And more importantly, how is my diet affecting the way I feel?</p><br><p>Professor Tim Spector is the co-founder of the ZOE health app and one of the world’s leading experts in gut health. His groundbreaking research has completely transformed the way we understand food. </p><br><p>In this Great Moment, he breaks down the powerful connection between our gut and brain, explaining how simple dietary changes can help lower levels of anxiety and depression.</p><br><p>Listen to the full episode <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/1hTATc2zCeJPRxcpWReD2s?si=fjNZQ9YqSjG9EHNa231uyg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/breakdown-cover/?utm_source=drtv_ad&utm_medium=direct_response&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=greatcompany" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/Great</a> T&Cs apply. Verify claims at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/about-us/best-breakdown" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/best</a></p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
OLIVIA ATTWOOD: Why I'm Not Afraid To Be Alone Anymore
11 lut 202655 min<p>Olivia Attwood first captured the nation’s attention on Love Island, quickly becoming a fan favourite on series 3 of the show.</p><br><p>She’s gone on to build an incredible career across TV and radio and is loved for being open, honest and unapologetically herself.</p><br><p>I couldn’t wait to have Olivia on the pod - she’s been on my wish list for a while - and this conversation didn’t disappoint. Olivia opens up about the rollercoaster journey she’s been on, from the highs and lows of living life in the public eye to past relationships, self-acceptance and learning to be happy on her own.</p><br><p>We cover:</p><ul><li>Why relationships take work and it’s easy to become disconnected</li><li>ADHD and experiencing panic attacks as a child</li><li>Toxic relationships and dating men who don’t like women</li><li>What she really thinks about Only Fans</li><li>Improving her relationship with herself and embracing being alone</li><li>Her encounter with a jellyfish on Love Island</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you take one thing away from this conversation, remember this: the most powerful thing you do is learn how to be there for yourself.</p><br><p>Olivia Attwood is Great Company.</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/breakdown-cover/?utm_source=drtv_ad&utm_medium=direct_response&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=greatcompany" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/Great</a> T&Cs apply. Verify claims at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/about-us/best-breakdown" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/best</a></p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke & Jack Claramunt</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p>Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Spencer Matthews on Losing Someone You Love | GREAT MOMENTS
9 lut 202611 min<p>There are moments in life that split everything into before and after. Losing someone you love is often one of them.</p><br><p>This Great Moment is for anyone who’s experienced loss or, watched someone they love change after it.</p><br><p>Spencer Matthews is one of my oldest friends, and in this conversation he opens up about losing his brother, Mike, when he was just 10 years old. He reflects on how that experience changed him, what grief has taught him and the clarity it can bring to everything else in life.</p><br><p>Listen to the full episode <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/6raoq8XWiSxRe1vkABkCev?si=fDaDYqMNTTSEvEEc0Hwe4A" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/breakdown-cover/?utm_source=drtv_ad&utm_medium=direct_response&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=greatcompany" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/Great</a> T&Cs apply. Verify claims at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/about-us/best-breakdown" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/best</a></p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
JESY NELSON - PART 2: Why I Walked Away From Little Mix
6 lut 202643 min<p>This is part 2 of my conversation with the incredible Jesy Nelson. </p><br><p>Growing up in Romford, Jesy always dreamed of being on stage. But years of bullying slowly knocked her confidence until she stopped believing in herself, right up until The X Factor. </p><br><p>Auditioning for The X Factor changed Jesy’s life. Her dreams came true overnight but fame wasn’t what she thought it would be. </p><br><p>In part 2 of our conversation, Jesy opens up about what fame was really like and the relentless trolling that followed her. She shares the real reason she left Little Mix and why walking away was her only option. </p><br><p>We cover: </p><ul><li>Being bullied as a child and how it led to alopecia</li><li>Dancing with Diversity as a teenager </li><li>Auditioning for The X Factor and Gary Barlow’s harsh comments</li><li>The rollercoaster highs and lows of Little Mix </li><li>Why leaving Little Mix was the best thing she ever did </li><li>How motherhood has given her a new confidence </li></ul><p><br></p><p>This is one of those rare, real conversations. Jesy opens up about the journey that’s made her who she is today and I’m so grateful she trusted me with her story. </p><br><p>Jesy Nelson is Great Company. </p><br><p>For more information and support about Spinal Muscular Atrophy, head to <a href="smauk.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">smauk.org.uk</a></p><br><p>Jesy Nelson: Life after Little Mix launches on Prime Video on 13th February</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p>Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
JESY NELSON - PART 1: Becoming a Mum & The Fight No Baby Should Face
4 lut 202646 min<p>Jesy Nelson rose to global fame with Little Mix, experiencing the highest highs and lowest lows in the public eye. But nothing could have prepared her for motherhood.</p><br><p>Jesy’s world changed when her twin daughters, Ocean Jade and Story Monroe, were diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1, a rare and severe condition. Like many of us, my heart broke when I watched her video sharing the news.</p><br><p>For the first time on a podcast, Jesy opens up about her pregnancy, the endless hospital visits, the constant fear and the moment everything changed.</p><br><p>This conversation is raw, honest and incredibly powerful. Jesy, thank you for trusting us with your story. We’re sending you and your beautiful girls so much love.</p><br><p>Part 2 is out Friday 6th February. Jesy Nelson is Great Company.</p><br><p>For more information and support about Spinal Muscular Atrophy, head to <a href="smauk.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">smauk.org.uk</a></p><br><p>Jesy Nelson: Life after Little Mix launches on Prime Video on 13th February</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/breakdown-cover/?utm_source=drtv_ad&utm_medium=direct_response&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=greatcompany" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/Great</a> T&Cs apply. Verify claims at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/about-us/best-breakdown" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/best</a></p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p>Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
YUNGBLUD: Finding Confidence When You Don't Fit In | GREAT MOMENTS
2 lut 202615 min<p>Do you ever struggle with confidence? Or feel unsure of who you are or, who you’re meant to be? This Great Moment is for anyone who’s ever felt like they don’t quite fit in. </p><br><p>Yungblud, aka Dom Harrison, was our very first guest on Great Company, and after his HUGE Grammys win, it felt only right to revisit this conversation. Dom opens up about the difference between himself and the person he becomes on stage. He explains why creating Yungblud wasn’t a choice, but something he needed - a way to feel confident, accepted and like he truly belongs.</p><br><p>Listen to the full episode <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5on0TnS61ooXDOtxLNZsQx?si=2-bzujgzSjKll2j7-RwrMA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/breakdown-cover/?utm_source=drtv_ad&utm_medium=direct_response&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=greatcompany" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/Great</a> T&Cs apply. Verify claims at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/about-us/best-breakdown" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/best</a></p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
SAM THOMPSON: Our Biggest MIC Fallout & Why Jamie Finally Said Sorry
28 sty 20261h 3m<p>Sam Thompson and I grew up together on Made in Chelsea. What started as a friendship on the show became something much deeper - he became like a brother to me. We spoke every day and he was there for me through some of the hardest moments in my life.</p><br><p>Then everything changed. We had our biggest fallout and it all played out on TV.</p><br><p>Since then, we’ve rebuilt our friendship. I’ve watched Sam turn one of the toughest years of his life into one of his best. This conversation looks back at what broke us and what brought us back together.</p><br><p>We cover:</p><p>- Growing up on Made In Chelsea</p><p>- Our biggest fallout and the phone call that brought us back together</p><p>- Sam’s first heartbreak and what it’s taught him</p><p>- Wanting to be a dad and Sam’s fear that time is running out</p><p>- Why 2025 ended up being Sam’s best year yet</p><br><p>This conversation is about how our hardest years can end up teaching us the most - and how it’s never too late to say sorry.</p><br><p>Sam Thompson is Great Company.</p><br><p>Sam's podcast with co-host Pete Wicks, Staying Relevant is available wherever you get your podcasts. Sam’s new ITV show ‘Celebrity Sabotage’ comes to your screens in February 2026. Sam is a proud ambassador for ADHD UK - please see here for more information, <a href="http://www.adhduk.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.adhduk.co.uk</a>.</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/breakdown-cover/?utm_source=drtv_ad&utm_medium=direct_response&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=greatcompany" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/Great</a> T&Cs apply. Verify claims at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/about-us/best-breakdown" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/best</a></p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p>Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Dr Federica Amati: What Alcohol is Really Doing to Your Body | GREAT MOMENTS
26 sty 202614 min<p>Are you doing dry January? Curious about sober living? Or trying to be more mindful about what you eat and drink? This Great Moment is for you.</p><br><p>Dr Federica Amati is a leading expert and Head Nutritionist at the health app ZOE. She was one of our first ever guests on Great Company and she completely changed the way I think about alcohol.</p><br><p>In this Great Moment, Dr Amati reveals the dangerous link between alcohol and breast cancer, explains why every unit matters and shares simple changes we can all make to our diet to live a happier, healthier life.</p><br><p>Listen to the full episode <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7Da2eQt7Jx2WYTGM5hiqQV?si=33a4e3f2826745e0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/breakdown-cover/?utm_source=drtv_ad&utm_medium=direct_response&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=greatcompany" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/Great</a> T&Cs apply. Verify claims at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/about-us/best-breakdown" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/best</a></p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
VANESSA WILLIAMS: Being the First Black Miss America Changed My Life - But Came at a Cost
21 sty 20261h 3m<p>Vanessa Williams is an absolute powerhouse. She’s a Grammy-nominated recording artist, an award-winning actor and a global cultural icon, known for roles in Ugly Betty, Desperate Housewives and currently starring as Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada on the West End.</p><br><p>At just 20 years old, Vanessa became the first Black woman to win the Miss America crown. It was a historic moment that changed her life overnight. But making history came at a cost: she faced de*th threats, FBI protection and a level of public scrutiny few could imagine.</p><br><p>In this episode, we cover:</p><ul><li>How Vanessa broke barriers as the first Black woman to win Miss America </li><li>Navigating de*th threats and hate after her win </li><li>Singing live at the Super Bowl and the Oscars</li><li>Aging on camera and her thoughts on cosmetic surgery</li><li>What Vanessa's mum told Elton John when they met</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This is a conversation about strength, resilience and refusing to be defined by other people.</p><br><p>Vanessa Williams is Great Company. </p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>This episode is sponsored by The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider. It’s OK with the AA, they’re the fastest major breakdown provider with more patrols up and down the country, 24/7, 365 days a year. So, if you want that peace of mind and be back on the road in no time - Join today at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/breakdown-cover/?utm_source=drtv_ad&utm_medium=direct_response&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=greatcompany" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/Great</a> T&Cs apply. Verify claims at <a href="https://www.theaa.com/about-us/best-breakdown" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">theaa.com/best</a></p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke & Rema Mukena</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Cat Burns on Grief | GREAT MOMENTS
19 sty 202613 min<p>Grief is something we’ll all experience at some point in our lives and that can feel quite daunting. But my conversation on Great Company with the incredible singer-songwriter Cat Burns completely changed the way I think about it.</p><br><p>In this Great Moment, Cat opens up about losing her dad and the impact that grief had on her. She reflects on how it reshaped the way she connects others, and why people who experience loss are often some of the most loving people you’ll ever meet.</p><br><p>Listen to the full episode <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/24M9lXCgXagurRiKmqUifh?si=t_0AR4Z7TNqHvbfMWjwQug" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
MIKA on Being Tormented by His Teacher & Finding Safety in Music
14 sty 20261h 3m<p>MIKA’s music is full of colour. It’s bold, joyful and instantly recognisable. It’s the kind of music that lifts you up and meeting MIKA, that same energy radiates through.</p><br><p>He’s lived a fascinating life, shaped by bright moments and darker ones too. In this conversation, we talk about the years before his success, the awkwardness of putting yourself out there and how, at his treasured white piano, he found a place of freedom where creativity led, identity didn’t need explaining and he could be himself.</p><br><p>We cover:</p><p>- Fleeing Beirut with his family after civil war broke out</p><p>- The teacher who tormented him and why he was forced to leave school</p><p>- How music became a warm ‘hug’ when everything else fell apart</p><p>- Turning up at Warner Music aged 12 with his demo tracks</p><p>- Celebrating his sexuality through his music</p><p>- Why embarrassment can be a force of good</p><br><p>MIKA’s story is a reminder that the things that make us different are often the very things that save us.</p><br><p>MIKA is Great Company.</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Anthony Barter</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Robin Sharma on Finding Your Purpose | GREAT MOMENTS
12 sty 202612 min<p>Are you struggling to find your purpose? Unsure what - or who - you should be investing your time in. Well, this is a conversation you need to hear.</p><br><p>Robin Sharma is one of the world’s top leadership experts and author of one of my favourite books, The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari. He helps people discover their “why” and grow into the best version of themselves.</p><br><p>In this Great Moment, Robin challenged me to ask the hard questions: Are we really investing our time in the right places? He reminded me that often our purpose is right in front of us - we just need to notice it.</p><br><p>Listen to the full episode <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/060UKtcAMosee0hMoClc1H?si=dMIMIVGbRASi1vz18lxiXQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>!</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
DR ROBERT WALDINGER: This Is How You Make 2026 The Happiest Year of Your Life
7 sty 20261h 1m<p>We all want to be happy and live a good life but how do we actually get there? It’s a big question, and one that most of us don’t have a clear answer to. This episode will help you find your happiest self.</p><br><p>In fact, we’re often told that money, status and success are the keys to happiness. But according to professor and psychiatrist Dr Robert Waldinger, we’ve been getting it wrong.</p><br><p>Dr Waldinger is the director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, the longest-running study on happiness ever conducted. I was so excited to sit down with him to discuss what more than 85 years of research reveals about living a good life and how we can all make this year the happiest year of our lives - starting now.</p><br><p>We cover:</p><ul><li>What really matters for long-term happiness</li><li>How to live a happy life</li><li>Why loneliness is one of the biggest threats to our wellbeing</li><li>What we get wrong about happiness and how to get it right</li><li>The most common unhealthy traits in our relationships</li><li>Simple ways to meet people and make meaningful connections</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This conversation will leave you feeling hopeful and give you a renewed appreciation for the people in your life.</p><br><p>Dr Robert Waldinger is Great Company.</p><br><p>Learn more about Dr Waldinger's book 'The Good Life ' <a href="https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/442619/the-good-life-by-schulz-robert-waldinger-and-marc/9781846046780" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a></p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Anthony Barter </p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Why We Choose Unhealthy Partners | ALAIN DE BOTTON THROWBACK
31 gru 202559 min<p>Happy New Year’s Eve! </p><br><p>As we get ready for a new year, I wanted to revisit one of my all-time favourite episodes of Great Company with the incredible Alain de Botton. </p><br><p>I’ve been lucky enough to sit down with Alain not once, but twice on the show and every time I speak to him, I come away feeling calmer, a little wiser and thinking about life in a new way. </p><br><p>I keep coming back to this episode because every time I do, I take something new from it. Alain’s insights into human connection, love and emotional growth are fascinating. They’ve shaped how I think about my relationships, my friendships and what it really means to grow into the best version of ourselves. </p><br><p>We cover: </p><ul><li>How to navigate heartbreak </li><li>Why our childhood is so informative on the rest of our lives </li><li>Why funny people often have sad parents </li><li>How attachment styles and past experiences can shape the way we love </li><li>What <em>actually</em> is the meaning of life </li></ul><p><br></p><p>This conversation is a gentle reminder that becoming a “new you” often starts with understanding the old one.</p><br><p>Alain De Botton is Great Company. </p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
GREATEST COMPANY OF 2025
24 gru 20251h 16m<p>Wow. What a year.</p><br><p>2025 has been an unforgettable year for Great Company. We’ve had so many incredible guests who’ve shared funny, inspiring and truly special conversations on the show. </p><br><p>To celebrate another amazing year, I wanted to look back at some of those moments with you. These are conversations that made me see things differently, learn new things and reminded me how powerful it is to connect with others.</p><br><p>In this episode, we look back at six incredible guests: </p><ul><li>Cat Burns on small talk </li><li>Riordan Maynard’s time in US prison</li><li>Jessie J opening up about her cancer diagnosis </li><li>Amol Rajan on coping with the loss of his Dad </li><li>Spencer Matthews reflecting on our friendship </li><li>Alain de Botton on how to make friends and build meaningful connections</li></ul><p><br></p><p>You can listen to their full episodes here: </p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5Kd2M4haIslbND5DN4E08C" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/5Kd2M4haIslbND5DN4E08C</a> - CAT BURNS </p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/635kWmmWQ0OL0QrtBbIzj1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/635kWmmWQ0OL0QrtBbIzj1</a> - RIORDAN </p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/3CbT2rzMmUQl67iBsIEwRW" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/3CbT2rzMmUQl67iBsIEwRW</a> - JESSIE J </p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2MnO1ZfAcdJgDgdsVyu8Kd" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/2MnO1ZfAcdJgDgdsVyu8Kd</a> - AMOL RAJAN </p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/6raoq8XWiSxRe1vkABkCev" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/6raoq8XWiSxRe1vkABkCev</a> - SPENCER MATTHEWS</p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/3gfbmWug0Od4MiwP5J0Xaq" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/episode/3gfbmWug0Od4MiwP5J0Xaq</a> - ALAIN DE BOTTON</p><br><p>And a BIG thanks to you for listening to the show - whether you’ve been here from the beginning or it’s a recent find, I really appreciate every single listen so thank you! </p><br><p>YOU are Great Company. </p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
JASON DONOVAN on Dr*gs, Partying in the 90s & Why Having His Daughter Changed His Life
17 gru 20251h 11m<p>Jason Donovan is one of the most interesting people I’ve ever met. I grew up knowing him as the golden boy from Neighbours so, it was surprising to hear how desperate he was to shake off that teenage heart throb image.</p><br><p>Fame hit him young and fast, and before he’d had chance to figure out who he was, Jason found himself trapped in a world that expected him to stay the same blue eyed, blonde haired version of himself that everyone had fallen in love with.</p><br><p>In the ‘90s, he pushed back hard: three-day bender, a coc*ine overdose at LA’s Viper Room and using dr*gs to escape the squeaky-clean persona that followed him from Neighbours to the West End.</p><br><p>He doesn’t regret those years, but says they taught him a hell of a lot about himself.</p><br><p>We cover:</p><ul><li>His need to shake off the teen heartthrob image and be “cool”</li><li>Bingeing on coc*ine at the height of his fame</li><li>How becoming a dad changed everything and led him to quit dr*gs</li><li>His relationship with Kylie and how it’s followed him throughout his career</li><li>What it’s like to age in the public eye</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This conversation is a reminder that even the brightest stars carry shadows and that facing them can be the most powerful comeback of all.</p><br><p>Jason Donovan is Great Company. </p><br><p>This episode contains sensitive topic discussions including substance abuse. If you or someone you know is affected by anything in this episode and need support, please see the suggested helpline and website links below.</p><br><p>Coc*ine Anonymous UK</p><p><a href="tel:08006120225" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">0800 612 0225</a></p><p><a href="mailto:helpline@cauk.org.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><u>helpline@cauk.org.uk</u></a></p><br><p>Frank</p><p><a href="http://talktofrank.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><u>talktofrank.com</u></a></p><br><p><br></p><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
MARY PORTAS: My Mother Died, My Father Disappeared & I Was Left Homeless At 19
10 gru 20251h 8m<p>Mary Portas is a retail expert who has built her career on instinct, creativity and a drive to do things differently.</p><br><p>She redefined Britain’s shopping culture in the 1990s, transforming Harvey Nichols from a tired department store into the ultimate shopping destination and later, became a household name through her hit TV series, Mary, Queen of Shops.</p><br><p>I first met Mary a few months ago and she completely blew me away. What I didn’t know then were the circumstances that pushed her into retail in the first place. By 19, Mary had lost both her parents and found herself homeless, suddenly responsible for supporting herself and her younger brother. What began as a search for a ‘proper’ job turned into the beginning of an extraordinary career.</p><br><p>We cover:</p><ul><li>Losing both her parents by the age of 19</li><li>Becoming homeless and finding her unexpected start in retail</li><li>Her game-changing years at Harvey Nichols and the magic behind her iconic shop windows</li><li>How her brother, Lawrence, became the biological father of her son</li><li>The significant loves of Mary’s life</li></ul><p><br></p><p>In this conversation, Mary reminded me that identity isn’t inherited, it’s created. And sometimes it’s only after losing everything that you learn how to build a life that feels like home.</p><br><p>Mary Portas is Great Company.</p><br><p>If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: </p><p>Instagram- <a href="https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast</a></p><p>TikTok - <a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/611e511b4ec6dc00134bced2/shows/65d737dfdc02e00016c413b2/episodes/www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@greatcompanypodcast </a></p><br><p>And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: <a href="mailto:greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk</a> </p><br><p>THE CREDITS </p><p>Executive Producer: Jemima Rathbone</p><p>Producer: Helen Burke</p><p>Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins</p><p>Editor: Dan King</p><p>Video: Jake Ji & Josh Bennett</p><p>Social Media: Laura Coughlan</p><p> </p><p>Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
