The Lovejoy Hour

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to comedian and Bake Off presenter Tom Allen. They discuss Tom’s twelve year ‘overnight success’, why you should never save anything for best and one of Tim’s particularly severe fashion experiments. Tom and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to musician, songwriter, and producer Ian Broudie. They discuss the story behind Three Lions, his early punk days around Liverpool, Manchester, and London, and how he accidentally started out as a producer. Ian and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to art dealer, art historian and TV presenter Philip Mould. They discuss Charles Dickens’ newly re-discovered portrait, why we have art, the Turner prize, how art is valued and Philip evaluates Tim’s artwork in his living room. Philip and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw The exhibition Philip spoke about is available here – https://philipmould.com/gallery/edit/charles-dickens-the-lost-portrait-open If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

This week Tim Lovejoy and his producer catch up with listener correspondence. Along the way they discuss Tim’s holiday, ATRMO and extreme… stuff. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw

Tim is away this week, but we thought we’d listen again to a chap who speaks a lot of sense. This is ep. 17. Sleep is very important and you’ll understand why when you hear this... This week Tim Lovejoy speaks to the world’s leading expert in sleep, Meir Kryger. Tim and Meir discuss why sleep is so important for us, top class athletes and even the leaders of the free world. They also talk about why we sleep and how to get the best out of your slumber. *WARNING* This podcast contains a mind-blowing revelation about cheese. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to former SAS solider, TV presenter and now author, Jason Fox. While discussing Jason’s new book Battle Scars, Tim and Jason talk about life in the SAS, life after and how he dealt with coming to terms with PTSD Jason and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw Jason’s book is available here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Battle-Scars-Story-That-Follows/dp/1787631168 If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

Ep. 100 – PAUL MCGEE (RETURNS) - A Conversation With… – INTERVIEW SPECIAL This week Tim Lovejoy talks to author and speaker, Paul McGee. Whilst discussing Paul’s new book (How to Have a Great Life) Tim and Paul touch on how to look at death, rejection and difficult work colleagues. Paul and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw Paul’s new book is available here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Have-Great-Life-Surprisingly/dp/0857087754 If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to doctor and former pro-triathlete Tamsin Lewis. Tim and Tamsin discuss Tim’s test results (see episode 84), how to tackle endurance competitions (mentally and physically) and ways of investigating our own health. Tamsin and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to doctor and former pro-triathlete Tamsin Lewis. Tim and Tamsin discuss Tim’s test results (see episode 84), how to tackle endurance competitions (mentally and physically) and ways of investigating our own health. John and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to TV & radio producer and creator of QI, John Lloyd. Whilst discussing the new QI book, Tim and John discuss philosophy, religion, and comedy. You can buy the new QI book here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0571348963/ref=sspa_dk_detail_1?psc=1 John and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

This week Tim Lovejoy and his producer catch up with listener correspondence. Along the way they discuss the recent medical study they both undertook, long distance relationships and how to tackle boredom on a train. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy This and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw Here’s the study that Tim and Mark were involved in https://predict.study

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to Slaves vocalist and guitarist Laurie Vincent. Tim and Laurie discuss the triple A's - apple cider vinegar, auto-tuning and album covers. And art, All Saints and admitting you're wrong. You can find Slaves on Twitter here - @Slaves Laurie and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to author, journalist, and broadcaster, Tim Marshall. They discuss his new book ‘Divided: Why We’re Living in an Age of Walls’, reporting from war zones and why some conversations are difficult to have. Tim Marhsall’s book is available here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Divided-Why-Were-Living-Walls/dp/1783963743 You can find Tim Marshall on Twitter here - @Itwitius Tim and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to frontman/singer/songwriter Jason Williamson from the band Sleaford Mods. Tim and Jason discuss how Jason and Andrew write, tour together and how he has successfully swapped drugs for exercise. Sleaford Mods are on tour and they’re right here - https://sleaford-mods.myshopify.com/pages/gig-dates You can find Sleaford Mods on Twitter here - @sleafordmods Jason and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to singer/songwriter Rick Astley. Tim and Rick discuss his upcoming tour, breaking through in the 80’s and recording an album at fifty. Rick and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Tickets to Rick’s tour are available here - http://www.rickastley.co.uk You can find Rick on Twitter here @rickastley

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to journalist and author Robert Verkaik. Tim and Robert discuss his new book ‘Poshboys: How Public Schools Ru(i)n Britain’, the danger of all the country’s top positions being given to the alumni of a few elite schools, and Robert’s previous book ‘Jihadi John: The Making of a Terrorist.’ Robert and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Robert’s book is available here. https://amzn.to/2Nd60pE You can find Robert on Twitter here @robertverkaik1

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to comedian and writer Dave Gorman. Tim and Dave discuss Dave’s early days in comedy, his TV career, and how he writes his material. Dave and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Tickets to Dave’s Tour are available here – http://davegorman.com You can find Dave on Twitter here @DaveGorman

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to tennis coach Judy Murray. Tim and Judy discuss her love of tennis, having a career alongside supporting two very successful sons and Strictly Come Dancing. Judy and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Judy’s book ‘Knowing the Score’ is available here – https://amzn.to/2MVZuQQ You can find Judy on Twitter here @JudyMurray

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to comedian Sadia Azmat. Tim and Sadia discuss comedy, faith and Boris Johnson Sadia and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Sadia’s podcast is available here – https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p063zy3c/episodes/downloads You can find Sadia on Twitter here @sadia_azmats_

This week Tim Lovejoy and his producers catch up with listener correspondence. Along the way, they discuss everything from love to Love Island, worst jobs, gender roles and facial hair. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy This and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to singer and songwriter Frank Turner. Tim and Frank discuss touring, playing the 2012 Olympic ceremony and the importance of being kind. Frank and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy You can find Frank on Twitter here @frankturner Here are Frank’s suggestions – Bruce Springsteen http://youtu.be/piMODx-_KYk http://youtu.be/cG8ZQkeZvzc http://youtu.be/kMyQjl59wkw Cro-Mags http://youtu.be/vkITlCa-r6k War On Women http://youtu.be/n5QCFP03B9Y Clive James http://clivejames.com

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to actor, writer and ‘Peep Show’ star Paterson Joseph. Tim and Paterson discuss writing and performing his show ‘Sancho: An Act Of Remembrance’, history, politics and celebrating Leonardo DiCaprio’s birthday. Paterson and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy You can find Paterson on Twitter here @ignatius_sancho

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to chef and restaurateur Gizzi Erskine. Tim and Gizzi discuss her unusual route into the restaurant world, including being a DJ, and training to be a professional body piercer. Gizzi and all our live Youtube interviews are available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgiasdUjzzaVdRnN323EScw If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy You can find Gizzi on Twitter here @GizziErskine

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to comedian and actor Johnny Vegas. Tim and Johnny discuss comedy, his passion for rugby league, politics, his own relationship with Johnny Vegas as a separate identity and the grief of losing his father. Johnny and all our live Youtube conversations will be available on the Dear Lovejoy channel here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yCxk2RqKTs If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy You can find Johnny on Twitter here @JohnnyVegasReal

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to doctor and pro-triathlete Tamsin Lewis. Tim and Dr. Tam discuss her years in the Ironman competition, how A.I will prevent us from disease and Dr. Tam begins part one of Tim’s MOT. ***NEW*** You can also watch the podcast on Youtube here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nbei-OpRC9w If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy You can find Tamsin on Twitter here - @SportieDoc

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to comedian and writer Geoff Norcott. Tim and Geoff discuss how he began in comedy, what it’s like being one of the very few Conservative voters in the comedy industry and why the business he works in is very much a Labour voting one. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Tickets for Geoff’s upcoming tour are available here http://socomedy.co.uk/artist/geoff-norcott/ And he is on Twitter here @GeoffNorcott

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to entrepreneur and humous guru, Julie Waddell. Whilst chatting about Julie’s smoked humous, they discuss how she started her business, looking for your own opportunities and how children love humous. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Julie’s products are available here http://lovemoorish.co.uk And she is on Twitter here @communityjules

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to professor of genetics, expert on gut microbes and author, Tim Spector. Whilst chatting about Tim’s latest book The Diet Myth, they discuss the importance of microbes in our guts and what they actually do, the truth about diets and how other peoples poo can be good for you. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Tim’s books are available here - https://amzn.to/2Luptyo And he is on Twitter here - @timspector

This week Tim Lovejoy and his producer catch up with listener correspondence. Along the way they discuss how to do holidays properly, constructive criticism and Tim’s paper on living in cities. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to sports writer, broadcaster, and author Matthew Syed. Whilst chatting about Matthew’s new book You Are Awesome, they discuss Matthew’s early years as British table tennis champion, the dangers of being a pushy parent and how he learned to be a confident public speaker. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy All Matthew’s books are available here https://amzn.to/2KCDvxu Matthew is on Twitter here - @matthewsyed

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to Professor of Immunology at Manchester University and author Daniel Davis. Whilst chatting about Dan’s book The Beautiful Cure, they discuss the importance of the immune system, how it works and the role of ‘big pharma’ in modern science. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Dan’s books are available here - https://amzn.to/2jH6Vye And he is on Twitter here - @dandavis101

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to Michelin starred chef, restaurateur, and TV presenter Tom Kerridge. Whilst chatting about Tom’s new TV show Top of the Shop, they discuss Tom’s early years in the restaurant industry, how he runs his businesses with an emphasis on people and how he lost a lot of weight. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Tom’s TV show Top of the Shop is on BBC2 on Tuesdays at 8pm. https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0b090r2 Tom is on Twitter here - @ChefTomKerridge

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to world record holder and extreme athlete, Wim Hof. Whilst chatting about the Wim Hof Method they discuss how and why Wim discovered his process, and the far-reaching benefits of it, including tackling depression, diabetes, and even cancer. He also tells Tim about conquering Kilimanjaro in just a pair of shorts and completing a desert marathon without water. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Wim’s website is here - https://www.wimhofmethod.com Wim is on Twitter here - @Iceman_Hof

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to memory scientist and author Dr. Julia Shaw. Whilst chatting about Dr. Julia’s new app, they discuss how we perceive reality and also workplace harassment and how to spot it and report it. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Dr. Julia’s app is available here - http://www.talktospot.com Dr. Julia is on Twitter here - @drjuliashaw

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to comedian, writer and actor Tom Davis. Whilst chatting about Tom’s new show (Action Team), they discuss how he started in comedy, life before he found success and how he learned to address his feelings. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Action Team is available on the ITV hub - https://t.co/VWdsDbgld9 Tom is on Twitter here - @BigTomD

This week Tim Lovejoy and his producer catch up with listener correspondence. Along the way, they discuss currency, earworms, and some drugs from the moon. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to journalist and author Alastair Campbell. Whilst chatting about Alastair’s new book Saturday Bloody Saturday (see link below), they discuss winners, politics and his love of sport. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Alastair’s new book is available here - goo.gl/mTD7EZ Alastair is on Twitter here - @campbellclaret

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to comedian Chris Ramsey. Whilst chatting about Chris’ new tour, (see link below) they discuss how he started in comedy, writing stand up, and the second series of his TV show (Comedy Central, Wednesdays, 10pm.) If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Tickets for Chris’ new tour are available here - http://www.chrisramseycomedy.com Chris is on Twitter here - @IAmChrisRamsey

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to Member of Parliament Harriet Harman. Whilst chatting about Harriet’s recent book, they discuss years of battling for equality, power in party politics and potato ricers. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Harriet’s book is available here – goo.gl/z8VMR5

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to presenter, property developer and entrepreneur Sarah Beeny. They discuss Sarah’s early jobs, how she came to be a TV presenter, and making money in property. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy If you would like to find out more about Sarah Beeny, then give these a go – @sarahbeeny https://www.tepilo.com

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to ‘transformational breathing’ expert Aimee Hartley. They discuss how learning how to breathe properly can be life changing and improve many health aspects such as your immune system, digestion and stress. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Aimee is here if you would like to get in touch – http://thebreathingroom.co.uk

This week Tim Lovejoy and his producer catch up with listener correspondence, and along the way discuss where people listen to the podcast, astrology and naked theatre sauna. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

Part two of Tim Lovejoy talking to founder member of Scotland Yard’s undercover unit, author, and now TV presenter, Peter Bleksley. Tim and Peter discuss string vests, reforming drug laws and sticking to what you’re good at. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Peter is on Twitter - @PeterBleksley And Peter’s books are available here – On The Run goo.gl/w78WWe Gangbuster - goo.gl/SEUpvG

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to founder member of Scotland Yard’s undercover unit, author, and now TV presenter, Peter Bleksley. Tim and Peter discuss the Brixton riots, the subsequent life changing moment and having a contract on your life. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy Peter is on Twitter - @PeterBleksley And Peter’s books are available here – On The Run goo.gl/w78WWe Gangbuster - goo.gl/SEUpvG

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to motivational speaker and author Paul McGee. Tim and Paul discuss Paul’s beginnings, working closely with Man City, and ways in which you can change your life with simple measures. Alex also tells Tim about his breakthrough book, S.U.M.O (Shut Up And Move On) and his upcoming one, How to Have a Great Life. You can buy Paul’s books here - www.thesumoguy.com/products/ If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy And you can find Paul here – www.thesumoguy.com and here @TheSumoGuy

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to hotelier and TV presenter Alex Polizzi. Tim and Alex discuss how she began in both the hospitality and TV industry, the intricacies of the hotel starring system, and working with Marco Pierre White. Alex also tells Tim what makes a great hotel and Tim and Alex chat about what they both look for when they book one. Alex’s new show Peyton and Polizzi’s Restaurant Rescue is on Channel 5, on Wednesdays at 9pm. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy And you can find Alex Polizzi on Twitter here @alex_polizzi_

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to Olympic gold medalist Amy Williams about why seconds matter, the art of being an Olympic athlete and “it’s not a tea tray”. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy You can find Amy on Twitter here – @AmyWilliamsMBE

This week Tim Lovejoy talks to author Mark Forsyth about his book 'A Short History of Drunkenness'. They discuss how alcohol has been a part of our lives even before we were humans, drunk monkeys falling out of trees and prohibition. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy You can find Mark on Twitter here – @Inkyfool And his book is available here – goo.gl/UA5Njg

This week Tim Lovejoy and his producer have a much-needed rummage through the postbag to answer some of your correspondence and Tim doles out advice to those who require it. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy

Part two of Tim Lovejoy’s conversation with Helen Chamberlain. In this part, Helen turns the table and asks Tim some questions as they reminisce about working together on Soccer AM. If you would like to contact us then our email address is [email protected] or you can tweet Tim @timlovejoy