Great Company with Jamie Laing
Jampot Productions
192 episodes
I’m Jamie Laing and this is Great Company – a weekly podcast full of inspiring conversations about resilience, joy and self-improvement. Each week I sit down with fascinating guests from entertainment, business and psychology to share the stories that help us learn, grow and feel more connected.
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New episodes every Wednesday.
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VOGUE WILLIAMS: Debunking Divorce Rumours, S*x Parties & Spencer’s Wild Proposal
Vogue Williams is one of Ireland’s most loved exports. From co-hosting the hugely popular podcast, ‘My Therapist Ghosted Me’ with Joanne McNally to fronting documentaries and writing a Sunday Times bestseller, ‘Big…
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LOUIE SPENCE: How I Found My People | GREAT MOMENTS
There's nothing quite like finding your people. The ones who make you feel completely at home, just as you are. For some of us, it’s the family we're born into. For others, it's the family we find along the way. Louie…
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GARETH GATES: I Was Beaten Up For My Stammer. Pop Idol Saved Me
Gareth Gates became a household name overnight. When the first series of Pop Idol aired in 2002, it was the first show of its kind and Gareth instantly captured the nation's hearts as the boy who defied his stammer to…
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Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu: ‘Don't Let Other People's Opinions Define You’ | GREAT MOMENTS
When you're going through a tough time, it can feel like there's no way out. But it's often in those moments that we find the strength we didn't know we had. Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu knows that feeling all too well. Since…
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EMMA BARNETT: My IVF Journey & Why I Felt Like I’d Failed at Fertility
Emma Barnett is an award-winning journalist, author and broadcaster, with more than two thousand interviews under her belt and a seat on BBC Radio 4's Today programme. Emma was encouraged to ask questions from a young…
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Big Zuu: Rediscovering Faith as a Grime Artist | GREAT MOMENTS
Faith is a deeply personal thing and, for many of us, our relationship with it changes over time. Some people drift away from it, some come back to it, and others are still figuring out what it means to them. It’s a…
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CHRIS APPLETON: Bullies Spat on Me at School. Now I’m Kim Kardashian’s Most Trusted Hair Stylist
Chris Appleton has built a reputation as one of the world’s most trusted celebrity hair stylists. From Kim Kardashian and JLo to Ariana Grande and Christina Aguilera, he’s worked with some of the biggest names in…
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Dani Dyer: Having Children Changed Me | GREAT MOMENTS
Dani Dyer is an absolute ray of sunshine and one of the most refreshingly honest voices out there when it comes to talking about life as a mum. After coming out of a tricky relationship, the arrival of her son…
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TANYA BURR: Dating After Divorce, the Brit Crew & Why I Quit YouTube
Tanya Burr rose to fame as one of the UK’s original YouTubers. As part of the Brit Crew, she quickly became one of the most recognisable faces on the platform alongside Zoella, Alfie Deyes and Marcus Butler. I’ve…
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Rob Brydon: Why I Love Making People Laugh | GREAT MOMENTS
Is there any better feeling than a proper belly laugh? It really is the best kind of medicine and something we all rely on to get through the ups and downs of life. Rob Brydon has built a hugely successful career on…
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PARIS FURY: Tyson Is the Heavyweight Champion But I’m The Boss
Paris Fury is an absolute powerhouse of a woman. When At Home With The Furys first hit our screens, 2.6 million people tuned in to watch the first episode. We got a glimpse into life with former Heavyweight Champion,…
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Alix Earle on The Power Of Saying No | GREAT MOMENTS
All eyes are on Alix Earle right now as her very public feud with Alex Cooper plays out online. As one of the biggest influencers in the world, Alix is no stranger to the pressure that can come with living in the…
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ROCHELLE HUMES: Being Raised To Be Fearless, Life After The Saturdays & My First Date With Marvin
Rochelle Humes is a singer, presenter and founder of the hugely successful family lifestyle brand, My Little Coco. At just 12 years old, she won a place in S Club Juniors, before going on to top the charts with The…
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Alain De Botton: How To Make Real Connections | GREAT MOMENTS
Making connections and building relationships in the age of social media is hard. Many of us are having to relearn what it means to really click with another person, beyond the swipe culture of dating apps and the…
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NAOMI ACKIE: Playing Whitney Houston Changed Everything - I’m a Different Person Now
Naomi Ackie is an award-winning actor known for her roles in The End of The F***ing World, Blink Twice and playing Whitney Houston in the 2023 biopic I Wanna Dance With Somebody. I love speaking to hugely talented…
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Professor Green: Why Men Today Feel Lost | GREAT MOMENTS
The rise of the manosphere says a lot about where things are at - a lot of men feel unheard and unseen in today’s world. Professor Green, aka Stephen Manderson, is a musician, storyteller, and one of my all-time…
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BELLE HASSAN: I'm Finally Ready To Tell My Story
Belle Hassan first rose to fame on Love Island back in 2019, where her fiery personality made her one of the most memorable islanders of the series. Returning to the villa for this year’s Love Island: All Stars, she…
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Elizabeth Day: Your Twenties Shape the Best Years Of Your Life | GREAT MOMENTS
Your twenties can feel like A LOT. There’s a pressure to find a job that you love, show up perfectly in your friendships and relationships… and somehow keep up with everyone else. It’s hard not to compare yourself…
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MOSES ITAUMA: I’m the Future Heavyweight Champion. This is How I’ll Do It
Moses Itauma is one of the most exciting names in boxing right now. He’s a former European and World Junior Champion who’s widely tipped to become Britain’s next heavyweight superstar. I’ve always been really…
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Aitch: What People’s Differences Can Teach Us | GREAT MOMENTS
Aitch is known for his chart-topping tracks and insane freestyle talent but, away from music, he uses his platform to raise awareness for Down’s syndrome, inspired by his younger sister Gracie, who has the condition.…
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FEARNE COTTON: How I Set Boundaries & Stopped Being a People Pleaser
So many of us grew up watching Fearne Cotton on children’s TV and then later listening to her on Radio 1. She’s a broadcasting icon, bestselling author and someone I’ve looked up to for such a long time. At just 15,…
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Dr Aliza Pressman: Parenting Advice You NEED To Hear | GREAT MOMENTS
50% of new parents experience a rise in stress, anxiety or depression according to recent research. With so much noise online about the “right” way to parent, it’s easy to feel like you’re doing it all wrong. Dr.…
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MILLIE COURT: “Lucinda Was Totally Misunderstood in the Love Island Villa”
Millie Court first captured the nation’s heart when she won Love Island Series 7 back in 2021. Since then, she’s built a successful career while navigating a relationship and a break-up, all in the public eye. She won…
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Munya Chawawa: Why Comedy Matters Right Now | GREAT MOMENTS
Munya Chawawa is one of the sharpest and funniest voices on social media, known for his brilliantly observant takes on society, politics and the news cycle. In this Great Moment, he explains why the real satisfaction…
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TOM DAVIS: I Lost Friends When I Quit Alcohol - But This Is What It Taught Me
Tom Davis is one of the funniest people I know. We first met ten years ago on Murder in Successville, the hilarious BBC3 sitcom he co-created with his friend James De Frond. At the time, I had no idea what I was…
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Introducing NearlyWeds with Molly and Tom
If you followed Sophie and my NearlyWeds journey, you’ll know just how wild, emotional and downright chaotic wedding planning can be. Now, it’s time for a brand new love story to take centre stage. NearlyWeds with…
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Zara Larsson on Staying True to Yourself | GREAT MOMENTS
Zara Larsson is having a moment with her hit song, Midnight Summer. So, who better to feature as this week’s Great Moment… One of pop’s brightest stars, Zara is sweet, magnetic and unapologetically herself. In this…
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CHRIS OLSEN: “It’s Rehab or You Lose Us” - My Family Made Me Choose
Chris Olsen is one of the biggest social media stars in the world. He joined TikTok in 2020 and quickly became a viral sensation. I’ve admired him for a long time - his social media content is so funny, honest, and…
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Shirley Ballas on Growing Up Without a Dad | GREAT MOMENTS
We often talk about the impact our parents have on us growing up but what happens when one of them isn’t there? For Shirley Ballas, growing up without a father didn’t just affect her childhood. It influenced her…
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ADOLESCENCE CREATOR JACK THORNE on Golden Globes, Being an Outsider & the Dark Side of Social Media
You might not know Jack Thorne’s name but you’ll definitely know his work. He’s the award-winning writer behind Adolescence, Skins, This is England and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. For years, he has created…
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Prof Tim Spector: How Food is Affecting Your Mental Health | GREAT MOMENTS
We spend more than 2 HOURS every day thinking about food: what to eat, when to eat and what we’re craving next… But how often do we stop to ask, is this actually what my body needs? And more importantly, how is my…
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OLIVIA ATTWOOD: Why I'm Not Afraid To Be Alone Anymore
Olivia Attwood first captured the nation’s attention on Love Island, quickly becoming a fan favourite on series 3 of the show. She’s gone on to build an incredible career across TV and radio and is loved for being…
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Spencer Matthews on Losing Someone You Love | GREAT MOMENTS
There are moments in life that split everything into before and after. Losing someone you love is often one of them. This Great Moment is for anyone who’s experienced loss or, watched someone they love change after…
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JESY NELSON - PART 2: Why I Walked Away From Little Mix
This is part 2 of my conversation with the incredible Jesy Nelson. Growing up in Romford, Jesy always dreamed of being on stage. But years of bullying slowly knocked her confidence until she stopped believing in…
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JESY NELSON - PART 1: Becoming a Mum & The Fight No Baby Should Face
Jesy Nelson rose to global fame with Little Mix, experiencing the highest highs and lowest lows in the public eye. But nothing could have prepared her for motherhood. Jesy’s world changed when her twin daughters,…
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YUNGBLUD: Finding Confidence When You Don't Fit In | GREAT MOMENTS
Do you ever struggle with confidence? Or feel unsure of who you are or, who you’re meant to be? This Great Moment is for anyone who’s ever felt like they don’t quite fit in. Yungblud, aka Dom Harrison, was our very…
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SAM THOMPSON: Our Biggest MIC Fallout & Why Jamie Finally Said Sorry
Sam Thompson and I grew up together on Made in Chelsea. What started as a friendship on the show became something much deeper - he became like a brother to me. We spoke every day and he was there for me through some of…
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Dr Federica Amati: What Alcohol is Really Doing to Your Body | GREAT MOMENTS
Are you doing dry January? Curious about sober living? Or trying to be more mindful about what you eat and drink? This Great Moment is for you. Dr Federica Amati is a leading expert and Head Nutritionist at the health…
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VANESSA WILLIAMS: Being the First Black Miss America Changed My Life - But Came at a Cost
Vanessa Williams is an absolute powerhouse. She’s a Grammy-nominated recording artist, an award-winning actor and a global cultural icon, known for roles in Ugly Betty, Desperate Housewives and currently starring as…
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Cat Burns on Grief | GREAT MOMENTS
Grief is something we’ll all experience at some point in our lives and that can feel quite daunting. But my conversation on Great Company with the incredible singer-songwriter Cat Burns completely changed the way I…
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MIKA on Being Tormented by His Teacher & Finding Safety in Music
MIKA’s music is full of colour. It’s bold, joyful and instantly recognisable. It’s the kind of music that lifts you up and meeting MIKA, that same energy radiates through. He’s lived a fascinating life, shaped by…
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Robin Sharma on Finding Your Purpose | GREAT MOMENTS
Are you struggling to find your purpose? Unsure what - or who - you should be investing your time in. Well, this is a conversation you need to hear. Robin Sharma is one of the world’s top leadership experts and author…
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DR ROBERT WALDINGER: This Is How You Make 2026 The Happiest Year of Your Life
We all want to be happy and live a good life but how do we actually get there? It’s a big question, and one that most of us don’t have a clear answer to. This episode will help you find your happiest self. In fact,…
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Why We Choose Unhealthy Partners | ALAIN DE BOTTON THROWBACK
Happy New Year’s Eve! As we get ready for a new year, I wanted to revisit one of my all-time favourite episodes of Great Company with the incredible Alain de Botton. I’ve been lucky enough to sit down with Alain not…
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GREATEST COMPANY OF 2025
Wow. What a year. 2025 has been an unforgettable year for Great Company. We’ve had so many incredible guests who’ve shared funny, inspiring and truly special conversations on the show. To celebrate another amazing…
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JASON DONOVAN on Dr*gs, Partying in the 90s & Why Having His Daughter Changed His Life
Jason Donovan is one of the most interesting people I’ve ever met. I grew up knowing him as the golden boy from Neighbours so, it was surprising to hear how desperate he was to shake off that teenage heart throb image.…
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MARY PORTAS: My Mother Died, My Father Disappeared & I Was Left Homeless At 19
Mary Portas is a retail expert who has built her career on instinct, creativity and a drive to do things differently. She redefined Britain’s shopping culture in the 1990s, transforming Harvey Nichols from a tired…
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KATE GARRAWAY: I'm No Longer Afraid To Seek Joy & Love After Losing My Husband
Kate Garraway is a woman who has lived several lifetimes. There’s the broadcaster we all know: bright, curious, endlessly warm. And then there’s the Kate who has weathered unimaginable change, held a family together…
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JOANNE MCNALLY: The Identity Crisis of Being Adopted, Finding Success In My 30s and Why I’m Single
Joanne McNally is a hilarious woman. Her comedy has resonated with people all over the world, with her tours selling out wherever she goes, making history as the first Irish female comic to headline Dublin’s 3Arena.…
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ALEX JONES: Having Kids Later In Life, The One Show and Davina McCall Invigilating My University Exams
Few presenters feel as instantly familiar as Alex Jones. For over 15 years, she has been the heart of The One Show and her warmth, wit and natural connection with people shines through. In real life, she’s an even…
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