Headliners with Nihal Arthanayake

The former US ambassador to the United Nations talks to Nihal Arthanayake about working closely with Barack Obama and her memoir; The Education of an Idealist.

The comedian talks to Chris Warburton about his success in the US, taking flak over controversies and why Australia has never produced a decent sitcom.

The singer-songwriter talks to Nihal about using new technology to make music and her decision to go back on the road

The globally-renowned scientist, educator, author and presenter talks to Nihal Arthanayake about his new book Letters From An Astrophysicist, which charts some his correspondence with fans, haters and celebrities over his decades in the public eye.

Dani talks to Nihal about her dad, her new MTV show and dating.

The former Doctor Who actor talks to Nihal about his relationship with his father, Ronnie, who died in 2012; twelve years after being diagnosed with dementia.

The Oscar winner talks to Nihal about starring in Sky Atlantic’s Watchmen, Boyz n the Hood and how her mum inspired her success.

Dave talks to Nihal about parenting, online ads and his new show Terms and Conditions Apply

“I’m not dead!” Sir Billy talks to Nihal about comedy, the art of storytelling, his health and his nipple piercings.

“Clubs will spit you out.” Peter talks to Nihal about retirement, loyalty and his new book I, Robot.

Nihal talks to Elbow lead singer Guy Garvey

The This Way Up star on hip hop, accents and her new Netflix series Living with Yourself.

The actor and comedian on his family, rise to fame and the Tiswas budget.

“The possibilities dwarf what you can do on computers”, Radiohead’s guitarist Jonny Greenwood on making classical music

The documentary maker talks to Nihal about his frank autobiography, relationships, parenting and his (lack of) seduction skills

“My guitar has been a shovel with 6 strings attached”. The singer-songwriter on his career and new album, Further.

The Match of the Day presenter and former England footballer talks about his new book – Behind Closed Doors, as well as BBC pay, Brexit, social media trolls and how he ended up trying to secure an interview with Diego Maradonna during a game of golf with the Argentinian president.

The former England, Liverpool and Leicester forward speaks to Nihal.

The former Commonwealth gold medallist talks to Nihal Arthanayake about the power of ‘cognitive diversity’.

The Oasis singer on where he keeps his Parka collection and why his new album is an “olive branch” to Noel.

The Pretenders star on her optimistic outlook and “Valve Bone Woe”, her new album of covers.

The rapper and actor talks to Nihal about his new album “Let Love” and being a dad.

The BBC’s former China editor on her equal pay battle with the Corporation.

Author Margaret Atwood, who has just published a sequel to her dystopian bestseller The Handmaid's Tale, talks politics, power and feminism with Emma Barnett.

The Norwegian singer/songwriter on the freedom of living in Norway and why technology “creates a false happiness.”

Stooges frontman on his new album ‘Free’ and why his greatest talent is “Burnin’ up the stage”.

The former England Captain on why he doesn’t miss test cricket, mastering his inner “gimp” and why being a Sir is “very weird”.

Grime star Kane Robinson on being a role model and taking time to complete his new album Hoodies All Summer.

George Alagiah talks to Nihal about dealing with cancer, his journalism career and his new novel: The Burning Land.

In a searingly honest interview, the star of Brassic, This Is England and Preacher talks to Nihal about the day to day reality of coping with mental health issues.

Nihal talks to Simon about his new Netflix stand-up special and the excruciating memory of his first ever comedy gig, aged 13.

Live from the Edinburgh Fringe, Nihal meets the award-winning US writer and comedian Emmy Blotnick.

After Harry Hill told him he should “try stand-up comedy” Nihal’s producers booked him on the bill at a comedy club during the Edinburgh Fringe.Having never tried comedy before how would he cope when faced with 10 minutes to fill in front of a paying crowd at the world’s biggest comedy festival?

Live from the Edinburgh festivals, Nihal Arthanayake talks to Whose Line Is It Anyway? stars Greg Proops, Stephen Frost and Richard Vranch.

Live from the Edinburgh festivals, Nihal Arthanayake talks to Billions star Dan Soder and stand-up comedian Reginald D Hunter.

Comedian Nish Kumar joins Nihal Arthanayake live at the Edinburgh Fringe to talk about representation on television, awkward stand-up performances in pubs and his enduring love for Terminator 2.

Comedian Darren Harriott joined Nihal Arthanayke live at the Edinburgh Fringe to talk about growing up in the Black Country, his love for microwave meals and his new show ‘Good Heart Yute’.

Nihal Arthanayke speaks to British author Malorie Blackman about her love for libraries and having her work quoted by Stormzy.

Youtube star Margaret Keefe on her chats with artists like Ghetts and Skepta.

Singer-songwriter and vlogger Emma Blackery talks about her life as a YouTube star, music career and the expectations of having such a huge online audience.

The singer-songwriter on his debut album, being dragged out of a nightclub by his mother and not taking himself too seriously.

Nihal Arthanayke talks former UFC Middleweight Champion Michael Bisping about his life in and out of the octagon – and his new book Quitters Never Win.

Body positive blogger bodyposipanda on cosmetic surgery, school weigh-ins and the invention of cellulite.

The Guns N’ Roses guitarist talks to Jamie Stangroom about dinosaurs, dying and getting sober.

The producer, songwriter and DJ on making an album of sad bangers and why karaoke is now his idea of a good night out.

“This album is a new form.” The poet, musician and novelist on working with Rick Rubin for her new record The Book of Traps and Lessons.

The jazz-pop musician on his 9th album, Amy Winehouse and approaching 40.

Dan and Kyle on their new album Doom Days, escapism, hair care and holidays

The comedian tells Nihal about his love of slapstick and the third series of Alien Fun Capsule.

Nihal talks to special forces veteran Ollie Ollerton about life after the armed forces, working on Channel 4’s SAS: Who Dares Wins and his new book, Break Point.