Reasons To Be Joyful with Gaby Roslin
Gaby Roslin wants to spread joy and THAT is what this podcast is all about. Each week, she welcomes a famous face to the studio to find out what makes them smile, chuckle and belly laugh. We find out what brings them joy in their lives and, in our bonus Show & Tell episode, get a glimpse into their lives as they tell us about an object they love, & why. Subscribe and follow the podcast, from your platform of choice, so you never miss an episode! (And follow Gaby on instagram and twitter)
Episodes
The Script frontman, Danny O'Donoghue, joins Gaby for a chat about all things joy.
Danny has been very open about some of the tough times he's gone through - and now, he's happily married, and beaming about it!
They talk about fame, love, the struggle of the music industry and balancing home life with tour life, and the brand new album (which is coming out in August).
He talks about what it means to be human, why we should all be w...
Screenwriter and TV Producer - Russell T Davies - joins Gaby for a natter about his new series 'Tip Toe' - and his brilliant writing career (which includes 'It's A Sin', 'Dr Who' and 'Years & Years')
He talks about predicting the future in his shows (there's no crystal ball apparently), writing 'on the nose', channelling anger into his work - and - bringing out the joy in his industry.
Russell and the Pet Shop Boys have collabo...
Gaby welcomes singer/songwriter/actor Matt Cardle to the pod, to chat about all thing joy.
Matt is currently in the musical 'Kinky Boots' in the West End - and loving it! He's also just about to release his new album...so he's a busy busy boy!
They talk about his music, 'being famous', social media (both the highs and the lows), being too honest (is there such a thing!?) and working with your mates.
Matt also reveals his 'Show n T...
Comedian Lucy Beaumont is a bundle of joy and brings her infectious laughter (and accent) to the podcast!
She tells Gaby about bringing joy to people via the power of comedy - and how she feels more relaxed on stage, than in her real life.
There's the story of the crow who tried to pick her up by her beehive haircut - and the gang of youths who stuck a Wagon Wheel to her forehead on the London Underground.
And - we host The Easiest...
JJ Chalmers (former Royal Marines Commando and Invictus Games Medalist) joins Gaby for a natter about all things joy!
They chat about JJ's incredible career and life - and the amazing things he has achieved. Both Gaby and JJ share a love of TV - and presenting in particular - so enjoy a good ole natter about that, and of course The Invictus Games.
JJ also reveals his Show n Tell item (an object that brings him joy and makes him smi...
The Lady Mayor of London - Dame Susan Langley - joins Gaby for a natter about joy!
They talk about female role models, following your dreams and empowering young women.
Sue loves the city of London; the vibrancy, the multiculturalism, the amazing people who live there - and she celebrates this every day.
She wants to make sure everyone feels welcome in the city - and want to visit - and she is keen to dispel some of the myths about ...
Actor and author Ben Miller joins Gaby for a chat about all things joy!
They chat about his first adult fiction novel - 'A Very Dangerous Pursuit' - and his love of cosy crime.
Gaby also talks about his brilliant career - including 'Death In Paradise' and his collaboration with Alexander Armstrong.
Gaby welcomes Dr Alex George to the podcast to chat about all things joy.
Alex opens up about his recent OCD diagnosis - and what that means for him (no, it doesn't just mean putting things in order) and gives some advice for those who may be having a similar experience.
They chat about 'mental fitness' and why we should be teaching kids how to deal with emotions and manage them - which Alex believes is just as important as English...
Gaby Roslin chats to actor and singer Natalie Imbruglia about all things joy.
They chat about Natalie's new album and the fun and joy she had making it - even though the themes of the songs are quite serious - it's an album for dancing to.
Natalie's songwriting sessions are quite unique...and she takes us into that world, sharing why it's so important to be open to everyone in the room to get the best song possible.
She talks about...
Adele Roberts joins Gaby for a celebration of life and laughter and all things joy.
From Big Brother to Radio 1, to the Guinness Book Of World Records - Adele is an inspiration and a joy spreader - whose attitude and love of life is infectious.
Gaby chats to Adele about early fame, coming out on TV, her love of music and radio - and whether she might ever go back to presenting?
They also discuss her love of running - which started...
Chef and content creator, John Gregory Smith, joins Gaby Roslin for a natter about food and feasting and all things joy!
John talks about his brilliant career, his love of food, the amazing places across the world where he has cooked and why he loves sharing recipes and tips.
He also natters about new book - The Greatest Traybake Book Ever - which is full of really easy and delicious recipes.
Jack Savoretti joins Gaby for a chat about his music and how it brings him so much joy.
Gaby has known Jack for many years - and followed his career from when he was just starting out, to headlining the Royal Albert Hall. Jack is now about to embark on a huge tour - something he loves doing, and which proves that success takes time.
As well as treating us to a little bit of Italian, Jack also plays live - and - reveals his Show n T...
Natalie and Nicole Appleton join Gaby for a trip down memory lane, celebrating all the things they are thankful for in life - and sharing what brings them joy.
They chat about their love of singing and musicals, their new music and the simple joy of walking their dogs and being in nature.
Gaby reminisces about All Saints' trousers (and how many pairs she bought to be just like them) and asks whether All Saints would ever get back t...
Legendary musician, producer and songwriter, Dave Stewart, joins Gaby to share in the joy of music and art and using your imagination.
They talk about his time in Eurythmics, how he and Annie came up with the melody for 'Sweet Dreams', playing to 3 people on New Year's Eve and why he wants young musicians to forget about algorithms and DSPs and just go out and play live.
Dave also tells Gaby about his new venture 'Rare' - and also ...
Gaby is joined by Jordan Adams - one of the FTD Brothers - who tells us all about his journey with dementia and the importance of finding the joy in things every day.
Jordan and his brother are on a mission to cure dementia before it takes their own lives. They have raised an amazing amount of money so far - and continue to do so, through running!
You can find out more about what they're doing on their instagram - and - donate to ...
Comedian, Actor, Writer and all-round joy spreader Sophie Willan joins Gaby for a natter about 'Small Prophets', 'Alma', the brilliance of dogs, her new baby and how putting some of her own life into her work has helped her through some tough times.
Will Small Prophets return for another series? Will there be an Alma Christmas special? Could Sophie be on the next series of Strictly? All these questions and more are answered...
Are the rumours true? Is Cold Feet coming back?
Gaby brought Jimmy Nesbitt, Fay Ripley, John Thomson and Cel Spellman together to find out...
They sat down at The Frog restaurant in Covent Garden, London, ahead of a charity lunch (for Children With Cancer) to discuss the show, their friendship and whether there could be....possibly...another series on the horizon!
The queen of green, Nancy Birtwhistle, joins Gaby for a natter about baking, cleaning, dogs - and much more!
Nancy's new book is full of great tips to help you go green at home, to make your own cleaning products, get rid of moths - and many other very simple and helpful things.
They chat about Bake Off and Crufts and so many other things! We hope you'll come away feeling inspired - but mostly - joyful!
Chef, TV star, entrepreneur and all-round sweary guy Gordon Ramsay joins Gaby for a natter about the things that bring him joy.
He talks about how emotional he got at his daughter Holly's wedding to Adam Peaty, and being wracked with nerves about the speech. He and Gaby also reminisce on the time he cooked her and Terry Wogan lunch - and how and why he still has as much passion for cooking as he did on day one.
And of course - they...
If you've not heard of DJ AG, or seen his street DJing with the likes of Will Smith and Alesha Dixon, you need to get acquainted.
DJ AG is the ultimate joy spreader, bringing music and dance to people of all ages with his infectious enthusiasm for life. From shutting down Kings Cross, to visiting care homes - AG tells Gaby all about his journey as a joy spreading influencer.
They also surprise his Mum with a call!
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