Something from the Cellar: Daisy May Cooper

Joining us today is one of the most celebrated thinkers and entertainers of our time – a writer, actor, comedian, and cultural icon whose voice and wit have been part of the fabric of British life for decades. From Blackadder and Wilde to QI and Harry Potter, he’s done it all – and now he’s back on our screens hosting Jeopardy! It’s the incomparable Stephen Fry. In this captivating conversation, Stephen reflects on a career that’s spanned comedy, drama, literature and documentary, offering profound insight into his extraordinary life, both on and off the stage. He speaks candidly about the privileges and opportunities that shaped his early path, the importance of working hard once doors are opened, and the creative hunger that’s driven him for over 40 years. Stephen also delves into his global activism through projects like Out There, explores the impact of Greek myths and the Harry Potter universe as moral compasses in turbulent times, and shares how his love of quizzes drew him to the iconic game show Jeopardy! From his Oxford days with Emma Thompson and Hugh Laurie to his belief in storytelling as a force for good, this is Stephen Fry at his most thoughtful, passionate, and utterly brilliant. You can catch Stephen hosting Jeopardy! on ITV and stream it on ITVX. And if you haven’t yet, dive into all three volumes of his autobiographies – they’re essential reading! For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining us today is one of the UK’s most loved comedians, and our reigning Strictly champion, whose journey is as inspiring as it is hilarious — it’s the brilliant Chris McCausland! In this episode, Chris opens up about the challenges and triumphs of navigating life without sight, from losing his vision in his early twenties to becoming one of the country’s most in-demand stand-up comics. He shares how a sick day in 2003 unexpectedly launched his comedy career, why authentic representation on TV really matters, and how he’s used humour to challenge stereotypes and shift perceptions. He also reflects on the life-changing experience of winning Strictly Come Dancing, speaking candidly about the emotional toll, the physical intensity, and the unexpected pride he found in lifting the glitterball trophy. Beyond the stage and screen, Chris chats about fatherhood, the role of technology and AI in transforming his everyday life, and how writing his upcoming memoir has helped him look back on his journey with fresh perspective and deep gratitude. Chris's debut memoir is out this October and available to pre-order now. You can also buy tickets to his nationwide stand-up tour, Yonks, here. Plus, you can listen to his new podcast with Strictly partner Dianne Buswell, Winning Isn’t Everything, wherever you get your podcasts! For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Last One Laughing currently cracking us up on Amazon Prime, we’re throwing it back to our brilliant chat with one of its standout stars: comedian and TV host Joe Lycett! In this episode, Joe reflects on his journey through comedy and broadcasting, from seeking out advice from legends like Ant and Dec to paying tribute to the comics who helped shape his career. He also shares the story behind his mission to visit all 19 Birminghams around the world – yes, really. For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With a career spanning five decades across stage and screen — and unforgettable roles in EastEnders and Gavin & Stacey — today’s guest is one of British television’s most beloved actors, whose life has been anything but ordinary. It’s the brilliant Larry Lamb! In this episode, Larry reflects on the winding road that brought him to acting. From a difficult and volatile childhood in London to an early life working abroad in Germany, Libya, and Canada, he talks candidly about the decades it took to truly understand himself, the life-changing decision to leave a successful corporate career in his 30s to pursue acting full-time, and the surprising way his beloved Gavin & Stacey character, Mick Shipman, helped him on his own journey of self-discovery. Larry also shares his thoughts on ageing, therapy, sobriety, and explains why he finally feels at peace with who he is. And as he embarks on yet another creative chapter with his debut novel, All Wrapped Up, he shares what keeps him curious and why he’s not ready to slow down just yet! All Wrapped Up is available on 15th April, wherever you get your books. For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a pretty stressful few weeks in politics across the world, today’s Cellar episode takes us back to a delightful conversation with a stalwart of modern British politics: David Lammy MP! Kate sat down to speak with him in 2020 — before his meteoric rise to Foreign Secretary — where he talked about his long and storied career in British politics, from running his constituency for 25 years to his passion for fighting justice. Oh, and the small matter of being friends with Barack Obama. Quite the person to have in your contacts book! For all the latest news, click here to follow us on Instagram! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.