Reasons To Be Joyful with Gaby Roslin

Actors Jim Murray and Sarah Parish share with Gaby the objects that bring them joy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actors Sarah Parish and Jim Murray join Gaby for a chat about all things joy! They talk about their acting work, their marriage and what makes them happy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phantom, from Gladiators, shares the item that brings him joy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Toby Olubi (AKA Phantom from Gladiators) joins Gaby for a chat about the things that bring himjoy. He talks about his time as an Olympian, the bobsleigh, set backs and getting the gig of a lifetime and becoming a Gladiator! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Astronaut Tim Peake shares the object that brings him joy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Astronaut Tim Peake joins Gaby for a natter about space ice cream, amongst other things...Tim has some amazing stories from his time in space, and has seen so much over his lifetime and career. He's also full of joy. We hope you enjoy the chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For our extra nugget of joy this week, director Thea Sharrock, actor Sheyi Cole and co-founder of The Homeless World Cup, Mel Young, share the object that bring them joy! (and we have never seen Gaby react quite like this before!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beautiful Game is a new film, which Gaby absolutely loves and wants everyone to see. She's joined in the studio by Director Thea Sharrock and one of the stars, Sheyi Cole, to talk about this joyous, life-affirming film.It tells the story of the homeless world cup, which was co-founded by Mel Young, who also joins Gaby (and has a cameo on screen) to explain how it all began. They discuss filming during Covid, the importance of sport in bringing people together and how they hope this film will change perceptions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Javeno runs J7 Health Centre and is full of joy and positivity. He helps train the elderly, the disabled and those who are at the end of their life and we absolutely love his outlook and his energy. In this episode, Javeno shares some incredible stories of hope and resilience with Gaby, and tells her why he does what he does and won't stop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

QI Elf and bestselling author, Andrew Hunter Murray, joins Gaby to show her the object that brings him joy. We've NEVER had one of these on the podcast before... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

QI Elf and No Such Thing As A Fish co-host, Andrew Hunter Murray, joins Gaby for a chat about all things joy.They chat pigs, kangaroos and llamas, as well as his new book and the fascination of knowledge! We reveal some VERY interesting facts in the course of this chat - and some of them you may find....unexpected. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bonnie Langford (star of Dr Who and many many other things) shares with Gaby the object that brings her JOY! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bonnie Langford, star of stage and screen, joins Gaby for a good ole chinwag. They talk about Dr Who, Sondheim, Broadway and The Masked Dancer, among many other things. Bonnie has had the most varied and incredible career - and she is a joy to be around. We hope some of her infectious enthusiasm rubs off whilst listening to this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Todrick Hall joins Gaby to share a little nugget of joy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Todrick Hall joins Gaby for a chat about musical theatre, singing, performing and all things joy. They chat about American Idol, The Masked Singer and appearing on Broadway - as well as his dream stage role. He joined Gaby in London, as he is joining the cast of Wild About You, which is making its worldwide debut at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane.We hope you enjoy the chat - and the singing - as much as we did! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For our extra Friday nugget, author Adele Parks reveals the object that brings her joy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bestselling author and joy spreader, Adele Parks, joins Gaby for a natter. They talk about her books, creativity and love of life. Adele sadly lost a lot of people close to her at quite an early age, and that has made he live for the moment ever since. One of her greatest joys is writing, which is lucky in a way because she's published twenty-four books! We hope you enjoy this fun and uplifting chat, as much as we enjoyed recording it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Journalist and author Bryony Gordon shares the thing that brings her joy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryony Gordon is a journalist, author, runner, mental health ambassador and...an all round joy spreader! (she also swears a lot, so apologies for the naughties in this ep!) Bryony chats to Gaby about her new book, 'Mad Woman', and some of the many things that bring her joy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steffan Rhodri (star of Gavin And Stacey) tells Gaby about the thing that brings him the most joy... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gavin and Stacey star, Steffan Rhodri, joins Gaby for a chat about what brings him joy. Known for his roles in Harry Potter, Submarine, Wonder Woman and, of course, for playing Dave Coaches - Steffan finds joy in all the work her does. We hope you enjoy the chat as much as we did! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On our bonus episode this week, Ann Akinjirin (star of Strike, I May Destroy You and much more) shares the object that brings her joy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ann Akinjirin (star of Strike, I May Destroy You and The Famous Five) joins Gaby for a chat about all things joy!They talk about her brilliant career, rollerskating, turning 40, to LA or not to LA and working with some brilliantly creative people. Ann and Gaby also try their hand at a little bit of improv...to...some...degree of success... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For our extra nugget of joy this week, comedian, actor and singer Lloyd Griffith brings in a few objects which bring a smile to his face (and nose) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian, Actor and Singer, Lloyd Griffith, joins Gaby for a chat about all things joy... He talks about working on Ted Lasso, missing out on a Hollywood movie and why he loves singing so much. There's also a bit of a Russell T Davies love-in...We hope you enjoy the chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Game Of Thrones star, Gethin Anthony, confuddles Gaby with the thing that brings him joy....but...it is definitely worth it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Game Of Thrones star, Gethin Anthony, joins Gaby for a chat about all things joy. He talks about his brilliant career, dealing with his Diabetes diagnosis, working on one of the biggest TV shows ever - and - the things that bring him joy. Gethin is an incredibly warm and joyful person, and we hope some of his sparkle rubs off on you when you listen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For our extra nugget of joy this week, actress and writer Sally Lindsay tells Gaby about the thing that brings her joy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sally Lindsay joins Gaby for a chinwag about all things joyful! They talk about her fabulous Madame Blanc series, their love for their dear friend Paul O'Grady and what brings them joy on a daily basis. We also learn a few state secrets about Sally, never before revealed.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Martin Kemp and Shirlie Holliman share a couple of things that bring them joy.... (trust us, you won't be expecting what Martin has chosen!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Martin Kemp and Shirlie Holliman join Gaby for a bit of Mr and Mrs! They talk about what brings them joy, their kids, their work and have a giggle over being sexagenarians (it's a thing, you'll see...)Martin talks about the day he met Ronnie Kray, surviving his brain tumour and his new novel. It's packed full of stories this one! We hope you enjoy... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beverley Knight shares an emotional and joyfyul story about overcoming her fear of dogs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Singer, songwriter and West End star, Beverley Knight, joins Gaby for a natter about all the brilliant things she has planned for this year. They chat about her 50th year celebrations, her return to the West End...and her foray into film! Bev is such a joyous character, who loves life and has infectious energy - and we hope some rubs off on your after listening to this episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clarke Peters (star of The Wire and True Love) shows Gaby the object that brings him joy... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Star of The Wire, Clarke Peters, joins Gaby in the studio for a joyful natter.They talk about his love of music - and musicals - his new TV series ('True Love') - and we get treated to some impromptu singing too! Clarke also talks about his time filming The Wire - and reveals an incredible fact that was discovered about the show, from actual Wire Tappers! We hope you enjoy the ep...and we apologise for the naughty words. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daisy Haggard shares the thing(s) that bring her joy! (well, actually, she wanted to bring her bed AND sofa in, but couldn't quite make that work. OBVS) And - she shares a BRILLIANT Christmas story with us involving a Christmas tree netting, a bus and some buttons... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actress and writer, Daisy Haggard, joins Gaby for our Christmas special and to spread some festive joy. They talk about her brilliant new show, 'Boat Story', as well as her other roles and work in ''Back To Life' and 'Episodes'. Daisy talks openly about success coming a little later in life and how she tries to make working conditions for parents on set more accommodating. She also lets us in on a bit of a secret as to what she's working on next year. (remember to listen to our extra bonus episode too - for a very very funny story about a bus and a Christmas tree!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eastenders' very own Natalie Cassidy joins Gaby for a natter about all things joyful.We've been trying to get Nat in the studio for MONTHS! And finally, we managed it... She chats to Gaby about her character Sonia, being in a soap from such a young age and how lucky she feels for the career she has had. Gaby, as you may know, is a HUUUUGE Eastenders fan - so be prepared for some top trumps knowledge! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Wicks joins Gaby Roslin for a bit of Show N Tell. Find out the object that brings him joy...it is not what you might expect! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Wicks joins Gaby for a natter about body health, mental health, joy and laughter! Joe talks about how he's changed his relationship with his phone and now doesn't keep it in the bedroom. This is one of the things he's put in his new book, Feel Good 15, which looks at food, exercise, mental health and life hacks. As well as this, Joe talks about feeling good in himself, his famous fart and what makes him laugh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For our little Friday extra, Ruth Madeley (star of Dr Who and Years and Years) tells us about the thing that brings her joy! (oh, and a hilaair story about Russel T Davies as well...) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Who star, Ruth Madeley, joins Gaby for a chat about all things joyful! They chat about her amazing career, including roles in Years & Years - and the new series of Dr. Who - and also start an official David Tennant and Russel T. Davies fan club. Ruth quashes the rumour that she'll be appearing in Strictly next year and tries to give us as much info as she can about the new series, without any spoilers. We think she manages it!?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen Schwartz (the legendary composer of Wicked, Prince Of Egypt, Godspell and many other musicals) shares his object of joy with Gaby......and....SINGS! ACTUALLY SINGS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Legendary composer, Stephen Schwartz, joins Gaby for a chat about The Prince Of Egypt, Wicked, Godspell and much more. Gaby tries to keep her cool as she speaks to one of her all time heroes, and learns about how he writes and why. They chat about the brilliant musicals he has made in his career, the Wicked film which is currently in production and what might be being revived next! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Corey Mylchreest shares an object that brings him joy, and which in his words 'he nearly died for' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bridgerton's Corey Mylchreest joins Gaby for a chat about his West End debut in Keneth Branagh's 'King Lear'. He's playing Edmund for a short run at the Wyndams - and is learning a lot from working with Sir Ken. Gaby talks to Corey about his early years at drama school, landing the biggest role of his career so far and what keeps him grounded. He's currently got a little goaty for the West End role and says he's not getting recognised in the street as much as usual (maybe he'll keep it!?)We cover football, books, plays, RADA, Bridgerton and lasagne. Your classic podcast combo! Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bananarama joins Gaby Roslin for this week's extra nugget of joy! They tell us why walking, their dogs, the sea and their children bring them the most joy - and why they don't feel the need to buy 'stuff' anymore... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Music legends Bananarama join Gaby Roslin for a natter about the joyful things in their life. They talk about celebrating their 40th anniversary this year, being shy, how they were influenced by punk and why they just don't give a monkeys about what anyone thinks anymore.We learn about their friendship, their songwriting, their inspirations and how Keren and Sara are more like a married couple every day. This is a truly joyful celebration of one of the most iconic British pops acts in the world! We hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we did making it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Chris McCausland blows Gaby Roslin's mind with AI, one of three things that bring him joy... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Chris McCausland joins Gaby for a joyous chat about his brilliant life and career. They chat about his early Cbeebies career in TV, his competitiveness, how he preps for live telly and his upcoming tour (which lasts about 10 years!) You can find out more about him - and his upcoming tour - hereAnd we hope you enjoy this joyous chat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.