We Need To Talk
Born With No Limbs: I Didnt Want To Be Their Poster Child! Briel Adams-Wheatley
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Beauty powerhouse Lou Teasdale opens up about life on the road with @onedirectionchannel, her close friendship with Caroline Flack, and her mission to change the conversation around mental health.
Beauty powerhouse Lou Teasdale opens up about life on the road with @onedirectionchannel her close friendship with Caroline Flack, and her mission to change the conversation around mental health.
Content warning: This episode includes discussion of self harm and suicide.
From styling the world’s biggest boyband to navigating the intense scrutiny of fame, Lou shares what life was really like behind the scenes with Harry Styles, Zayn Malik, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, and Liam Payne - from fans chasing cars to quiet one-to-one moments in the chair, where conversations often felt like therapy.
Lou reflects on her friendship with Caroline Flack - from the qualities that made everyone adore her, to navigating mental health challenges under the eyes of the world. Today, Lou channels her pain into purpose through her work with suicide-prevention charity Body & Soul, determined to ensure others get the help they need and to show that kindness can truly save lives.
Lou shares:
◽ How she became One Direction’s hair stylist
◽ Her favourite One Direction hairstyles
◽ The truth about working on The X Factor
◽ The reality TV transformations they weren’t allowed to do
◽ How mental health support is often left to “unqualified people”
◽ Insights from her close friendship with Caroline Flack
◽ Why we need to do more on mental health awareness
◽ Her relationship with footballer Andy Carroll
Lou Teasdale, We Need To Talk
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00:00 Intro
01:03 Trailer
02:31 Why Lou wanted to join us
04:07 How Lou became a make-up artist at 16
05:51 Lou's choice to work as a make-up artist for boybands
07:17 The role of a make-up artist outside aesthetics
10:57 Lou's time on X-Factor
15:20 How Lou met Caroline Flack
16:51 How Lou ended up working with One Direction
19:49 How did One Direction change as they found fame?
22:00 Life on the road with One Direction
25:52 Lou's most influential look whilst being with One Direction
28:00 Lou reflects on the year anniversary of Liam Payne's death
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35:27 The popularity of Caroline Flack
39:35 What was most misunderstood about Caroline?
42:27 The events in 2019 that impacted Caroline's life
48:06 Caroline’s mental health struggles and navigating media coverage
51:00 The role of friends and family in supporting Caroline’s well-being
56:20 The events leading up to Caroline’s passing
58:22 Lou's experience of discovering Caroline
01:01:45 The '#BeKind' social media movement
01:04:49 Lou's charity work with Body & Soul
01:09:09 Lou's relationship with Caroline's mother
01:11:34 Lou's relationship with Andy Carroll
01:14:55 The tabloid treatment of Andy Carroll
01:17:02 Who's the celebrity that's most surprised Lou?
01:17:54 Which celebrity currently has the best hairstyle?
01:18:54 Most memorable conversation
01:23:02 A surprise letter
01:26:35 Paul's Takeaways
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Strictly Come Dancing’s head judge Shirley Ballas joins us for an exclusive conversation about her extraordinary life on and off the dance floor. From her relationship with her brother to her son, Mark Ballas, who is the star of America’s Dancing With The Stars. Exclusively on We Need To Talk.
Strictly Come Dancing’s head judge Shirley Ballas joins us for an exclusive conversation about her extraordinary life on and off the dance floor. From her relationship with her brother to her son, Mark Ballas, who is the star of America’s Dancing With The Stars. Exclusively on We Need To Talk.
Strictly Come Dancing’s head judge Shirley Ballas joins us for an exclusive conversation about her extraordinary life on and off the dance floor. From her relationship with her brother to her son, Mark Ballas, who is the star of America’s Dancing With The Stars. Exclusively on We Need To Talk.
Strictly Come Dancing’s head judge Shirley Ballas joins us for an exclusive conversation about her extraordinary life on and off the dance floor. From her relationship with her brother to her son, Mark Ballas, who is the star of America’s Dancing With The Stars. Exclusively on We Need To Talk.
From her early years on a Merseyside council estate to global fame, Shirley shares the resilience, heartbreak, and lessons that shaped her. She opens up about her family heritage, the bullying she endured through school years and beyond, and the sacrifices she made to rise to the top of the dance world. She speaks candidly about her relationships, turbulent love affairs and lifelong struggles with body image.
Shirley also takes us behind the scenes of @bbcstrictly from a “disastrous” first audition to navigating the highs and lows of being on one of the biggest shows on television.
Shirley shares:
◽ How discovering her family heritage reshaped her identity
◽ The bullying that left lasting scars - and how she found strength through dance
◽ Walking away from a marriage at the peak of her career - and the regrets that followed
◽ The pressures of body image in the dance world and her experiences with surgery
◽ The moment her Strictly audition went wrong - and how she turned it around
◽ The toll of online trolling and public criticism as head judge
◽ Why championing men’s mental health is so important to her
◽ What happiness means today
Shirley Ballas, We Need To Talk
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00:00 Intro
02:08 Otto and Shirley's Heritage
06:49 Shirley's Upbringing in the Wirral
09:15 Shirley's Experience of School
12:10 How Shirley Became Obsessed with Dance
15:06 Moving to London at 16
18:40 Moving to Manchester and Starting Her Latin Dance Career
22:13 Class in the UK and How It Relates to the Dance Industry
29:56 How Shirley Met Corky Ballas
35:46 Does Shirley Regret Leaving Sammy for Corky?
44:42 Why Shirley and Corky's Relationship Came to an End
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50:34 How Shirley Came to Be on Strictly Come Dancing
55:10 The Enduring Popularity of Strictly
01:00:37 Would Paul Go on Strictly?
01:01:41 Who Is Shirley's Fantasy Strictly Contestant?
01:03:05 Who Is the Biggest Surprise During Shirley's Time on Strictly?
01:04:32 The Importance of Shirley's Brother David to Her Life
01:14:41 Shirley's Battle with Body Image
01:22:12 Shirley Reads a Letter to Her Younger Self
01:25:44 Most Memorable Conversation
01:31:16 Shirley and Celebs Go Dating
01:37:38 Paul's Takeaways
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Shakira Khan reacts to the moment her mum refused to hug Harry on Love Island. To her, it wasn’t shocking, it was her mum being protective and unapologetically real.
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Shakira Khan reveals how her parents reacted to her joining Love Island. Her dad was a superfan, her mum hated it, so she made a promise never to disrespect them.
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Sometimes words are even more hurtful than physical punches.
It’s the story of countless young people navigating racism, stereotypes, and a feeling of not belonging.
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For the first time, she spills the tea on her fellow islanders, lifts the lid on the villa “divide,” and reveals where things really stand with Harry today.
Shakira reveals:
◽ How bullying and identity struggles forged her confidence
◽ The surprising truth about Love Island casting and how she got on the show
◽ Why she broke down in tears to her chaperone before entering the villa
◽ Her unfiltered take on Harry and the accusations of gaslighting inside the villa
◽ Why she won’t judge another Love Islander again
◽ The truth about the villa “divide”
◽ Why she now feels proud of her mixed-race identity
◽ Where her relationship with Harry really stands - and if she sees a future with him
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00:00 Intro
02:16 Why is Shakira Ready to Tell Her Story Now?
02:53 Growing Up In Burnley
09:06 Shakira's Mixed Heritage
13:56 How Did Religion Impact Shakira's Upbringing?
19:04 Shakira's Young Social Circles
23:04 The P Word and Racism
25:54 When Did the Tide Change?
27:13 Romance and Racism
28:53 How Did Shakira Gain Self Worth?
31:50 Did Shakira Ever Have a Healthy Relationship?
34:20 Why Love Island?
40:04 How Did Shakira Get on Love Island?
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54:59 Shakira's Relationships on Love Island
01:00:57 Shakira Talks About Ben
01:04:27 Shakira Talks About Connor
01:07:28 Shakira Talks About Harry
01:13:08 Shakira Talks About Megan
01:14:54 The Divide in the Villa
01:22:49 Harry and Shakira's Mum
01:27:09 Perceptions of Shakira, Tony and Yasmin
01:31:11 What Did Shakira See in Harry?
01:37:30 What's Next for Shakira?
01:38:33 Most Memorable Conversation
01:40:29 Paul's Takeaways
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They offer a rare behind-the-scenes look at how the experiment really works - from living arrangements and dating prompts to why they focused on building a genuine connection rather than chasing screen time.
From their first 8-minute pod date to a real-life wedding, their love story defied the odds. But it wasn’t all smooth sailing. Kieran and Meg speak candidly about trust, drama, and the emotional toll of navigating love on camera while staying true to each other off screen.
Kieran & Meg share:
◽️ Why their first 8-minute date changed everything
◽️ How Kieran almost ended up on Love Island
◽️ What it was like keeping their marriage secret for a year
◽️ The real story behind the on-screen drama
◽️ How their past shaped their present-day relationship
◽️ Why they’re renewing their vows
◽️ What Love Is Blind taught them about dating with intention
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0:00 Intro
1:51 Why Meg And Kieran Are On We Need To Talk
4:35 Meg And Kieran's Relationship History Prior To Being On Love Is Blind
10:31 How Did Meg And Kieran Come To Be On The Show?
16:48 What's The Living Situation Like On Love Is Blind?
18:50 How Does The Initial Dating Work On Love Is Blind?
20:21 How Did Meg And Kieran Know They Had A Connection From The First Date?
30:43 How The Next Stage Of The Experiment Works
37:11 When Did Kieran Know He Loved Meg?
43:33 The Proposal
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55:34 How Did The Dramas On The Show Affect Their Relationship?
01:03:35 Masculinity And Men's Behaviour On Reality TV Shows
01:10:06 Kieran And Meg's Fashion
01:12:47 The Marriage Circumstances On Love Is Blind
01:17:22 Meg's Relationship With Her Father
01:23:42 Paul's Letter To Meg And Kieran
01:31:16 Most Memorable Conversation
01:37:02 Paul's Takeaways
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In part 2 of her raw and unfiltered conversation, Kerry speaks candidly about the chaos of her marriages, her infamous appearance on This Morning, and the devastating impact of addiction on her family. She reflects on the abuse she endured in her relationship with George, the trauma of his passing, and how she rebuilt herself in the aftermath.
Kerry also reveals the reality of her financial struggles and why she turned to OnlyFans, before sharing the unexpected love story that unfolded on Celebs Go Dating with Paolo, and what it’s like navigating a relationship under the glare of the media.
Kerry shares:
◽ How her relationship with Mark began and ended in heartbreak
◽ The media’s betrayal and stories sold at her expense
◽ The home invasion that shook her family to its core
◽ The moment she realised she needed to end her addiction
◽ The painful truth of her marriage to George and his tragic passing
◽ Her experience of bankruptcy and finding new ways to survive
◽ How she found love again with Paolo on Celebs Go Dating despite the age gap
◽ Her hopes for the future and what’s next for her career
Kerry Katona, We Need To Talk, again!
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00:00 Intro
02:20 How Did Kerry's Relationship with Mark Begin?
07:00 Stories Sold to the Papers About Kerry
11:57 Kerry's Experience of Home Invasion
16:52 Kerry's Most Talked-About Interview
27:36 Kerry's Wedding to Mark
29:29 Kerry's Epiphany About Her Drug Taking and the End of Her Relationship with Mark
35:00 Kerry's Difficult Conversation with Her Children About Her Public Image
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41:22 How Kerry Entered into Her Relationship with George
46:17 George's Abusive Behaviour During Their Marriage
52:55 George's Psychotic Break
57:31 George's Passing and How It Affected Kerry
01:01:37 The Double Standard Between Genders in Showbiz
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01:04:37 How Kerry Met Ryan
01:07:57 Kerry's Various Bankruptcies
01:11:54 How Kerry Got into Doing OnlyFans Content
01:14:53 How Did Kerry's Relationship with Ryan End?
01:16:15 Kerry's Experience of 'Celebs Go Dating' and Meeting Paolo
01:20:56 Kerry's Feelings on the 11 Year Age Gap Between Her and Paolo
01:22:12 How Kerry's Feelings for Paolo Developed Over the Course of Shooting 'Celebs Go Dating'
01:28:20 How the Media Will Portray Kerry and Paolo's Relationship
01:31:58 Kerry's Biggest Takeaway from 'Celebs Go Dating'
01:35:06 Kerry's Upcoming Projects
01:36:34 Most Memorable Conversation
01:40:11 Paul's Takeaways
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In the emotional first part of this two-part conversation, Kerry discusses her complicated relationship with her mother and how she navigated fame and tabloid scrutiny. She opens up about her relationship with Brian McFadden, the public breakdown of their marriage, how she turned to drugs to deal with the heartbreak.
Kerry shares:
◽ Growing up as the product of an affair and forced to choose between parents
◽ The trauma of her early years and trying to buy her mum’s love
◽ How Atomic Kitten was formed and what went on behind closed doors
◽ The real reason she left Atomic Kitten
◽ How she met Brian McFadden and discovered his infidelity
◽ The emotional toll of fame and her battle with substance use
Kerry Katona, We Need to Talk.
See you next week for Part Two!
00:00 Intro
03:17 Kerry's Unique Family Situation and Childhood
08:22 Kerry's Relationship with Her 'Dad' Dave
12:48 The First Time Kerry Took Drugs
15:09 Kerry's Biological Dad
22:45 How Kerry Got Started in Modelling
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38:10 Kerry's Journey to Atomic Kitten
41:11 Kerry's Time in the Porn Kings
45:09 The Origins of Atomic Kitten
50:50 Atomic Kitten's Rise to Fame
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56:36 The Success of Atomic Kitten
58:18 Why Did the Media Focus on Kerry?
01:02:44 Kerry's Highlights of Being in Atomic Kitten
01:03:51 Kerry's Encounters with Notable Stars
01:09:00 Kerry's Lowest Moment in Atomic Kitten
01:10:30 How Kerry Met Brian Mcfadden
01:12:59 Did People in the Music Industry Like Kerry and Brian's Coupling?
01:14:42 Brian's Proposal to Kerry
01:15:59 Kerry's First Pregnancy
01:17:07 The Impact of Kerry's Leaked Photos
01:19:18 What Was Kerry's Relationship with the Press Like During Atomic Kitten and Her Marriage with Brian
01:21:03 Kerry's Choice to Leave Atomic Kitten
01:22:45 Kerry and Brian's Wedding
01:24:42 Brian's Infidelity
01:29:36 Kerry's Experience of Winning 'I'm a Celeb'
01:37:22 Why Brian and Kerry Got Divorced
01:44:39 Moving Back to Warrington After Kerry's Split with Brian
01:45:30 Going to Rehab in Arizona
01:47:23 Kerry's Diagnosis of Bipolar
01:50:53 Part 2 Teaser
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In his most personal interview yet, Adam reveals why he walked away from In The Style, the £100 million court case that nearly broke him, and how the pressure of running a public company pushed him to the edge. He opens up about being kicked out of his mum’s house at 15, hiding his sexuality and the shame he carried for years, and the moment he nearly got pulled into a world of crime before choosing a different path.
Now, as Adam launches a new fashion brand and prepares to become a dad through surrogacy with his partner Jamie, he reflects on family, identity, and what success really means.
Adam shares:
◽ The childhood trauma and rejection he hid for years
◽ How In The Style became a fashion empire - and what went wrong
◽ The £100M court case that left him at rock bottom
◽ Why he surrendered everything to start again
◽ How surrogacy is helping him become the dad he always needed
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00:00 Intro
01:59 What Was Adam's Childhood Like and How Did It Shape Him?
03:23 Adam's Experience of Moving to Spain at 13
08:05 How Adam Navigated His Sexuality as a Teenager
10:26 Adam's Experience of Being Kicked Out of His Mum's House at 15
15:16 How Adam Came Out to His Family
17:42 Moving Out of His Dad's House at 16
19:53 Adam's First Jobs and His Journey to Entrepreneurship
21:30 How Adam Started In The Style
25:26 How In The Style Grew and Its First Celebrity Collaborations
31:30 A Message from Charlotte Crosby
35:20 How Successful Was 'In The Style' Initially?
41:45 In The Style Becoming a Public Company
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47:27 What Were the Causes for the Decline of In The Style?
54:24 Adam's Mental and Physical Health During the Turbulent End of His Time at In The Style
01:01:27 The End of In The Style
01:08:59 Adam's Relationship with His Partner Jamie
01:11:42 A Letter from Jamie
01:14:56 Adam and Jamie's Experience of Having a Baby Through Surrogacy
01:26:55 Social Media Reaction to Adam and Jamie's Baby News
01:29:20 Adam's New Business
01:31:03 Most Memorable Conversation
01:34:19 Paul's Takeaways
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For the first time, Perrie shares the truth about her most painful heartbreaks, the public breakup that left her traumatised, and how toxic relationships once shaped her idea of love. She speaks candidly about meeting her fiancé Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, finding a safe and supportive relationship, and becoming a mother after experiencing a devastating miscarriage at 24 weeks.
From X Factor auditions and being underestimated as a girl band, to selling millions of records and learning to redefine success on her own terms, Perrie reflects on fame, grief, motherhood, and the courage it takes to protect your peace in the public eye.
Now, with her debut solo album on the horizon, she’s learning to create without pressure, embrace vulnerability, and find joy again in the music.
Perrie shares:
◽ How a childhood illness shaped her love of singing
◽ The panic disorder that made her afraid to leave home
◽ Why toxic relationships once felt “normal”
◽ The grief of miscarriage and losing a baby at 24 weeks
◽ How Alex helped her find safety and love again
◽ What fame taught her about resilience and self-worth
◽ Why she’s no longer chasing chart positions with her music
Perrie Edwards, We Need to Talk.
'If He Wanted To He Would' is out this Friday 22nd August!
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00:00 Intro
02:08 Perrie's Experience of Moving Around a Lot as a Child
05:51 Perrie's Health Issues as a Child
13:56 Perrie's Lack of Smell
19:49 How Did Perrie's Love of Singing Develop?
26:03 How Perrie Got Onto X-Factor
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35:08 Perrie's Time in Little Mix and Their Dynamic When They Were Making/Touring Their Music
40:27 Why Perrie Thinks Little Mix Remain the Underdog of Girl Groups
43:21 How Perrie Has Dealt With Instability in Her Life
46:49 Perrie's Relationship With Zayn Malik
56:34 How Perrie Met Her Husband Alex
01:00:43 The Difference in Dynamic Between Perrie's Relationship With Zayn and With Alex
01:07:19 How Would Perrie Describe Her Relationship With Alex?
01:09:37 How Has Having Her Son Changed Perrie?
01:11:58 Pregnancy Speculation in the Media
01:14:09 Perrie's Experience of Pregnancy and Miscarriage
01:20:53 How Alex Dealt With the Miscarriages
01:24:20 Perrie's Struggle With Panic Attacks Since Little Mix
01:30:04 Perrie's Experience of Agoraphobia
01:33:11 Perrie's New Album
01:36:25 Most Memorable Conversation
01:40:25 Paul's Takeaways
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Tommy shares the reality of becoming a millionaire at 16, the toll that fame, loss, and constant online attention took on his mental health, and how grief, anxiety, and the pressure to keep performing nearly broke him. For the first time, he speaks openly about the worst panic attack of his life, the heartbreak of his parents’ sudden split, and how losing his friend Technoblade (Alexander) changed his world forever.
From 24/7 security on tour to wearing disguises in public, Tommy reflects on the extremes of internet stardom, the jealousy and self-doubt it sparked, and why learning to disconnect from the numbers may be the hardest lesson of all.
Now, through stand-up comedy, music, and building real connections away from the screen, Tommy is finding his voice again, not just as a creator, but as a person learning it’s okay not to be okay.
Tommy shares:
◽ The story behind his million-pound success at 16
◽ The lessons (and warnings) from MrBeast and Logan Paul
◽ Why Technoblade’s last message means so much to him
◽ How he’s learning to separate self-worth from views
◽ The truth about the friendships he lost along the way
◽ Why love and connection matter more than any subscriber count
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00:00 Intro
02:28 Differences Between the UK and the USA
05:24 The 'Curse' of Being an Only Child
08:06 Tommy's Experience of School
10:56 Tommy's First Forays into YouTube as 'Channel Nutpig'
15:47 Adopting the Name TommyInnit
33:49 Treatwell Ad
35:11 Tinder Ad
36:25 Setting Up 'The Dream SMP'
41:31 How Much Money Tommy Made at the Start of His Streaming Career
51:46 Love Better Tour Ad
52:50 How Tommy Dealt with His Numbers Going Down
1:00:10 Tommy's Experience Losing His Friend Technoblade to Cancer
1:03:02 Tommy's Take on the Allegations Surfacing About YouTubers and DreamSMP Members
1:04:09 The Series of Events That Led to Tommy's Recent Depression
1:08:33 Tommy's Diagnosis for Depression
1:18:55 A Message from Tommy's Mum
1:21:17 Tommy's Struggles with Anxiety
1:30:33 Most Memorable Conversation
1:35:41 Paul's Takeaways
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Caity opens up about growing up on a council estate in Southampton to a £50 bet that changed her life. For the first time, she speaks publicly about a traumatic event she experienced at the age of 8 – how it shaped her confidence, her sense of safety, and how it impacted her relationships.
Now, through music, community, and the safety of real love, Caity is finding new ways to speak out - not just for herself, but for anyone still learning how to process what they’ve been through.
Caity shares:
◽️ How early trauma shaped her adult life
◽️ Why she had to block her mum
◽️ The story behind her most personal song, Weight Of You
◽️ How she fell in love on the set of her music video
◽️ Her journey with ADHD
◽️ What love feels like when you finally feel safe
◽️ How she turned pain into power with her new EP
Caity Baser, We Need To Talk.
This episode includes discussions of sexual assault and child sexual assault. Please watch with care and find support charities here:
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(00:00) Intro
(02:16) Caity's Upbringing in Southampton
(05:32) Talking About Emotions When Caity Was Growing Up
(10:23) Caity's Brothers and Their Support of Her Music Career
(12:55) Caity's 'Grandfather'
(15:15) Caity's Mum and Their Relationship Dynamic
(21:40) Caity's ADHD
(23:33) How Caity Began Her Music Career
(33:58) Caity's Performance at Reading and Leeds Festival
(36:26) Why Caity's Music Is So Popular
(39:17) Caity's Thoughts on the Music Industry Today
(42:20) Caity on Her Current Relationship and Falling in Love
(49:37) Shopify Ad
(50:42) Tinder Ad
(51:53) Caity's Performance at the Capital Summertime Ball
(54:00) Does Caity Feel Pressure Being Dubbed 'The Voice of Gen Z'?
(56:49) The Meaning Behind the Songs on Caity's New EP
(1:01:00) The Meaning Behind 'The Weight of You'
(1:11:17) The Meaning Behind 'Drank You Dry'
(1:20:17) Paul's Parting Gift for Caity
(1:23:09) Most Memorable Conversation
(1:26:10) Paul's Takeaways
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She reflects on the overnight fame with Hear’Say, the pressure of life in the spotlight, and the exploitation she faced behind the scenes. But through loss and hardship, Myleene transformed her grief into a powerful voice for women’s health rights, fought for legal changes, and earned an MBE for her campaigning.
Myleene reveals:
◽️ The moment she caught her ex cheating with someone famous
◽️ Why her wedding day was filled with tears
◽️ How the divorce nearly broke her
◽️ The highs and lows of Hear’Say
◽️ Whether there will be a Hear’Say reunion
◽️ Her encounter with Harvey Weinstein
◽️ Her painful journey through multiple miscarriages
◽️ How she turned grief into campaigning and earned an MBE
◽️ Why she finally believes in love again
If you've ever loved, lost or felt betrayed - this conversation will stay with you.
Myleene Klass, We Need To Talk.
Content warning: This episode contains discussion of miscarriage and baby loss. We’ve included links to support charities below:
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00:00 Intro
02:14 Myleene's Parents and How They Met
05:09 Growing Up and Facing Racism in Great Yarmouth
09:35 Where Does Myleene's Love of Music Come From?
12:24 Myleene's Journey to Popstars
17:11 Hearsay's Catapult into Fame After Popstars Finished
20:45 Myleene's Experience of the 'Wild West' Music Industry
35:48 Myleene's Encounter with Harvey Weinstein
38:50 Returning to Classical Music Post-Hear'Say
40:53 Myleene's Experience of 'I'm a Celeb'
43:46 Myleene's First Brand Deal with M&S
48:27 Treatwell Ad
49:40 Tinder Ad
50:53 Myleene's Complicated Relationship History
53:31 How Myleene Met Her Ex-Husband
55:38 Myleene's Wedding to Her Ex-Husband
1:10:40 Myleene's Current Relationship
1:21:41 Myleene's History of Miscarriages and Her Campaigning
1:27:40 Myleene Getting an MBE for Her Campaigning
1:36:52 Most Memorable Conversation
1:42:23 Paul's Takeaways
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She opens up about the intense pressure of the music industry, her ongoing battle with anxiety, and the personal breaking point that made her walk away from dance.
For the first time, Ashley reflects on the gruelling schedules, behind-the-scenes struggles, and the moment she knew she had to put her wellbeing first.
She reveals:
◽️ The real reason The Pussycat Dolls broke up
◽️ How anxiety and addiction to NyQuil crept in behind the scenes
◽️ The moment she knew she couldn’t keep performing
◽️ Why Strictly Come Dancing was a tribute to her dad
◽️ How moving to the UK helped her rebuild her identity
◽️ Why breathwork became a daily lifeline
◽️ How she navigated the stigma around her age-gap & why she’s never been happier
Ashley Roberts, We Need To Talk.
This episode mentions suicide so please watch with care. We’ve included links to support charities below:
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00:00 Intro
02:04 Ashley's Love of Dancing
03:25 Ashley's Experience of Moving to LA at 19
07:07 How Ashley Joined the Pussycat Dolls
09:58 How the Pussycat Dolls Became a Global Phenomenon
16:21 Paul's Favourite Pussycat Dolls Song
17:57 The 'Structure' of the Pussycat Dolls
19:28 Why the Pussycat Dolls Reunion Never Materialised
20:46 How Much Money the Pussycat Dolls Made According to Paul
22:52 The Day-to-Day of Touring with the Pussycat Dolls and Its Effect on Ashley
26:15 Paul Has a Pussycat Dolls-Related Surprise for Ashley
28:39 The Aftermath of Leaving the Pussycat Dolls
31:10 Falling Out of Love with Dancing Post-Pussycat Dolls
33:53 Ashley's Experience of 'I'm a Celeb'
36:51 Going on Strictly and Ashley's Changing Relationship with Dance
42:28 Tinder Ad
43:33 Ashley's Dad and His Mental Health Struggles
50:53 Ashley's Advice for Anyone Who's Experienced a Loss from Suicide
53:44 Ashley's History of Anxiety and Insomnia
57:53 How Did Ashley Discover Breathwork?
1:06:58 Ashley's New Book About Breathwork
1:08:06 A Message from Ashley's Mum
1:09:54 Ashley's Relationship History
1:17:03 Ashley's Current Relationship and Her Feelings Around Age-Gap Romances
1:23:18 Most Memorable Conversation
1:31:03 Paul's Takeaways
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