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Great Company with Jamie Laing

Jampot Productions

193 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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  1. PROF TIM SPECTOR: 60% OF THE UK’S DIET IS ULTRA PROCESSED

    · 1 h 11 min · S2 E1 · Explicit

    It’s the new year, a new series and I’m thinking about making good intentions for 2025 so who better to kick off the year with than Professor Tim Spector - founder of Zoe and leading voice in nutrition to talk to me…

  2. JAMIE LAING: I HAVE A FEAR OF BEING FORGOTTEN

    · 1 h 03 min · S1 E41 · Explicit

    Happy New Year! To celebrate the end of Great Company’s first chapter after 40 episodes we’re treating you to something special. For this bonus episode, the tables are turned, and I’m in the hot seat! Producer Jemima,…

  3. ROB BRYDON: I CRIED FILMING THE GAVIN AND STACEY FINALE

    · 54 min · S1 E40 · Explicit

    Surprise - it’s a Monday release! Christmas can get a bit hectic but we wanted to make sure you still had your weekly dose of Great Company - just like the December payday, we’re a little early… What really happened…

  4. GK BARRY: I'M IN LOVE FOR THE FIRST TIME

    · 48 min · S1 E39 · Explicit

    I would say that Grace Keeling, (or GK Barry) is the first person in the UK to successfully navigate herself from TikTok to mainstream television. Fresh from her time in the I’m A Celeb jungle, Grace came in to the…

  5. SHIRLEY BALLAS: THE STRICTLY CURSE COULD HAPPEN ANYWHERE

    · 1 h 11 min · S1 E38 · Explicit

    Shirley Ballas is a powerhouse: she’s the only woman in history to win the British Open to the World Professional Latin Championships with two different partners, reaching the final an incredible 17 times, and now the…

  6. ALIX EARLE: I CLOSED MYSELF TO LOVE FOR A LONG TIME

    · 57 min · S1 E37 · Explicit

    Skyrocketing to fame on TikTok in 2020, amassing millions of followers and securing the number eight spot on Rolling Stone’s 2024 list of the most influential creators, Alix Earle is a force to be reckoned with. She’s…

  7. JAMES WATT: THE TYPO THAT COST ME £50-MILLION

    · 1 h 04 min · S1 E36 · Explicit

    James Watt - or the BrewDog guy - is a guest I’ve wanted on the show for a while as, with these podcasts, I’m always curious to find out who the person is behind the name… So who is James Watt? For me, he’s an…

  8. LL COOL J: BECOMING THE GOAT

    · 49 min · S1 E35 · Explicit

    If you want to talk about OGs, you can’t get much better than LL Cool J; one of the earliest rappers to achieve commercial success, he’s gone on to star in movies, tv and after 11 years, he’s finally released another…

  9. RIZZLE KICKS: MY ANXIETY PARALYSED ME

    · 1 h 04 min · S1 E34 · Explicit

    After reaching the heights of success so quickly, it all came crumbling down for Rizzle Kicks when Harley’s anxiety left him incapable of performing. In an attempt to help him, Jordan realised he too had demons to…

  10. EMILY ATACK: I'VE ONLY ENJOYED SEX A HANDFUL OF TIMES

    · 1 h 07 min · S1 E33 · Explicit

    From her breakout role as Charlotte in The Inbetweeners and gracing the covers of lads’ mags, Emily Atack always knew she’d be famous but the level of attention that came with it wasn’t quite what she’d bargained for,…

  11. JON SOPEL: WHAT IT’S LIKE TO FLY WITH A PRESIDENT

    · 1 h 05 min · S1 E32 · Explicit

    Former BBC North America Editor, Jon Sopel spent eight years in Washington, D.C. covering the Obama administration, to Trump, and far too many mass shootings. He now hosts The News Agents podcast and I must admit, I…

  12. MUNYA CHAWAWA: TRUMP IS FALLING OUT OF A DICTATOR'S HANDBOOK

    · 1 h 08 min · S1 E31 · Explicit

    The news can be pretty overwhelming at times and the politics of it all can be confusing too but there are people who make it understandable and possible to engage with; Munya Chawawa’s satire is smart, it’s funny and…

  13. PROF. SARAH BERRY: MENOPAUSE CAUSES 10% OF WOMEN TO LEAVE THEIR JOBS

    · 59 min · S1 E30 · Explicit

    From increased risks of chronic diseases to sleepless nights and even leaving workplace, menopause can have a profound impact on women's lives —but what exactly is it? I’ll admit, I was embarrassed by how little I…

  14. RACHEL STEVENS: WHY I STRUGGLE TO OPEN UP

    · 56 min · S1 E29 · Explicit

    Imagine being scouted to be in one of the biggest bands of the 00s, going on to tour the globe and have thousands of fans worldwide, and then one day it all just stops. S Club 7 was a band I grew up with and until now,…

  15. SIMON GUNNING: SUICIDE IS THE BIGGEST KILLER OF PEOPLE UNDER 30

    · 1 h 02 min · S1 E28 · Explicit

    ‘How are you?’ - a question we don't ask enough, but one Simon Gunning wants us to ask more often. Ahead of World Mental Health Day, I’m joined by Simon, CEO of CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably), a charity…

  16. JACK WHITEHALL: THE TIME I PUSHED MY FATHER TOO FAR

    · 1 h 06 min · S1 E27 · Explicit

    Posh, tall and hilarious - believe it or not, I’m not describing myself - this week I have the wonderful Jack Whitehall joining me on the show. Jack and I have known each other for years, but in that time, his rise has…

  17. ALAIN DE BOTTON: WE LOOK FOR FAMILIARITY NOT HAPPINESS IN RELATIONSHIPS

    · 1 h 04 min · S1 E26 · Explicit

    Alain de Botton views the world in a way that is profound yet easy to understand; a modern-day philosopher and essayist, he set up the School of Life, which explores self-understanding and aims to educate people on the…

  18. RAG'N'BONE MAN: THE ONLY OTHER JOB I'VE LOVED WAS BEING A CARER

    · 58 min · S1 E25 · Explicit

    The fastest-selling male album debut of the 2010s, winning two BRITs and touring with Shania Twain, you might expect Rag’n’Bone Man to be arrogant but Rory Graham is shy and self deprecating, seemingly unaware of his…

  19. ROBIN SHARMA: 90% OF YOUR HAPPINESS COMES FROM THE PARTNER YOU CHOOSE

    · 1 h 00 min · S1 E24 · Explicit

    I'm not a big reader, but last year, I read a book called The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari and was so moved by it, I DM’d the author, never expecting a reply… Robin Sharma is an internationally renowned author and…

  20. NICOLE VIGNOLA: ADHD AND ITS HIDDEN LINK TO DEPRESSION

    · 1 h 16 min · S1 E23 · Explicit

    What is ADHD? Are you born with it? How can it affect your life and the people around you? Nicole Vignola, neuroscientist and ADHD expert joins me for an expert special episode of Great Company to talk all things ADHD.…

  21. ROB RINDER: I DIDN'T FIT IN WITH MY FAMILY

    · 1 h 10 min · S1 E22 · Explicit

    Growing up in a space you don’t fit in; feeling like a fish out of water around your own family, Rob Rinder’s polished accent and loquacious tone might not point to his working class roots. We're often mistaken for…

  22. WILL YOUNG: I DON'T NEED PITY FOR BEING SINGLE

    · 1 h 10 min · S1 E21 · Explicit

    From the heights of winning the original Pop Idol, to the depths of an anxiety disorder during his time on Strictly Come Dancing, Will Young is a stalwart of pop culture, selling over 10 million albums globally,…

  23. EMILY CAMPBELL: WHAT I HAVE SACRIFICED TO GET TO THE OLYMPICS

    · 1 h 04 min · S1 E20 · Explicit

    How much does it cost to become an Olympic athlete? Equipment, kit, gym, a coach, competitions, travel and time to train. When funding is cut for a sport, it makes an already tough mountain all the more impossible to…

  24. TRINNY WOODALL: I'LL BE MORE SUCCESSFUL IF THEY THINK I'M A MAN

    · 1 h 05 min · S1 E19 · Explicit

    Loneliness, grief and addiction juxtaposed by an incredible fearlessness and strength, beauty founder, Trinny Woodall became a household name in the 00s on our television screens, but now you’ll find her products from…

  25. ALI ABDAAL: HOW TO START LOVING YOUR JOB

    · 1 h 11 min · S1 E18 · Explicit

    Can being more productive lead to a more fulfilling life? World-leading expert and entrepreneur, Ali Abdaal sits down with me to talk about the pressure of finding purpose in life and the importance of finding the fun.…

  26. ADAM LAMBERT: MY MOTHER OUTED ME

    · 1 h 06 min · S1 E17 · Explicit

    From singing Bohemian Rhapsody on American Idol to singing it with Brian May for the Queen at the Platinum Jubilee, Adam Lambert’s voice has taken him to astronomical heights, winning 14 awards internationally.…

  27. HARRY HILL: WHY IT'S IMPORTANT TO BE SILLY

    · 1 h 04 min · S1 E16 · Explicit

    Big white collar, black specs, and a bald head. Harry Hill is a cherished part of television culture from TV Burp to You’ve Been Framed, for many (including me!), he was a big part of childhood. Having quickly…

  28. MEGGAN ROXANNE: THE PERSON BEHIND STEVEN BARTLETT & JAY SHETTY'S GROWTH

    · 1 h 06 min · S1 E15 · Explicit

    Posting online every single hour, of every single day, for years. That’s how founder of The Good Quote, Meggan Roxanne, grew her staggering 24.3million followers online. Propelling the careers of Jay Shetty, Steven…

  29. RYLAN CLARK: BLOWING UP MY PERFECT LIFE

    · 50 min · S1 E14 · Explicit

    An obsession with fame, a breakdown that left him unable to make a cup of tea, and THAT scene on X Factor with Nicole Scherzinger, Rylan Clark joins me for this week’s episode. Rylan hit our screens in 2012 on TV…

  30. MADELINE ARGY: THE REAL REASON I STARTED TIKTOK

    · 1 h 07 min · S1 E13 · Explicit

    Panic attacks, the value of true friendship and having a crush, Madeline Argy sits down with me for a rare interview away from her own camera. Madeline's candour and skill in honest and hilarious storytelling has…

  31. CASPAR LEE: WHY I'M PROUD TO HAVE TOURETTE'S

    · 1 h 04 min · S1 E12 · Explicit

    Living with Tourette's, overcoming anxiety, and realising I don't resemble Judge Rob Rinder quite as much as he thought, I welcome a guest whose success has inspired millions, including myself - one of the original…

  32. LOUISE THOMPSON: THIS WAS THE BEST AND WORST DAY OF MY LIFE

    · 1 h 08 min · S1 E11 · Explicit

    TW: This episode contains graphic descriptions of birth loss, trauma and PTSD Life-threatening haemorrhages, almost dying on the operating table, and suffering with post natal depression, I sit down with my old…

  33. SHANIA TWAIN: SAVING MY FAMILY AT THIRTEEN

    · 1 h 00 min · S1 E10 · Explicit

    Let's Go Girls.... Overcoming grief, illness, heartbreak, sexism, losing her voice, Shania Twain is a cultural icon whose resilience is truly astonishing. Selling over 100 million albums worldwide, her story is one of…

  34. DR RAYYAN ZAFAR: CAN PSYCHEDELICS CHANGE YOUR LIFE?

    · 1 h 20 min · S1 E9 · Explicit

    Reframing the narrative on psychedelics, how alcohol is the most destructive drug in society, and the debate on legalising drugs, leading expert in psychedelic research, Dr Rayyan Zafar joins me to change your…

  35. CRYSTAL HEFNER: WHAT LIFE WAS REALLY LIKE INSIDE THE PLAYBOY MANSION

    · 57 min · S1 E8 · Explicit

    From the cult-like world of Playboy, financial abuse at the hands of her husband and building her life up after leaving the “bunny” empire at 31, Crystal Hefner is a NYT best selling Author, American model and the…

  36. DR FEDERICA AMATI: THE DANGEROUS LINK BEHIND ALCOHOL AND BREAST CANCER

    · 1 h 05 min · S1 E7 · Explicit

    Misconceptions about the gut, its astonishing connection to our mental wellbeing, and the truth about Ultra-Processed Foods, leading expert and Head Nutritionist at ZOE, Dr Federica Amati joins me for this special…

  37. STEVEN FRAYNE (the magician fka DYNAMO): I’M LIVING PROOF YOU CAN ESCAPE DARK TIMES

    · 1 h 02 min · S1 E6 · Explicit

    TW: This episode contains discussion of suicide Living in fear, burying the past and discovering magic in unusual places, Steven Frayne is one of the most successful magicians of our time, having overcome health…

  38. ZARA LARSSON: WE DID A LOT OF FAMILY THERAPY

    · 1 h 02 min · S1 E5 · Explicit

    Craving validation, the pitfalls of being a perfectionist and having to grow up quickly, Zara Larsson's lived a lifetime in the spotlight; her story is one of fearlessness and passion. Join me as I chat to the…

  39. ELIZABETH DAY: WHY MY FORTIES ARE MY BEST DECADE YET

    · 1 h 16 min · S1 E4 · Explicit

    TW: This episode contains discussion of baby loss Finding peace after miscarriage, overcoming heartbreak six times and surviving bullying at school, I'm joined by my great friend, and podcasting OG, Elizabeth Day. As…

  40. PALOMA FAITH: WHY MY MARRIAGE BROKE DOWN

    · 56 min · S1 E3 · Explicit

    Being a rule-breaker, suffering postpartum depression and experiencing huge heartbreak. Paloma Faith unveils her vulnerable side to me, delving deep into her head and her heart. Paloma has a distinctly unique…

  41. JO BRAND: ANTIDEPRESSANTS SAVED HIS LIFE

    · 58 min · S1 E2 · Explicit

    Getting kicked out by her parents for dating a questionable man, how to be funny and why she's never wanted to visit the states, Jo Brand was one of the first female comics to break through, and has gone on to become a…

  42. YUNGBLUD: I HAVEN'T SLEPT IN 8 YEARS

    · 1 h 01 min · S1 E1 · Explicit

    TW: this episode discusses eating disorders Difficult relationships with food, insomnia and being a massive people pleaser. Yungblud transcends the boundaries of music and activism, connecting with hearts worldwide.…

  43. Introducing... Great Company

    · 1:02 · Trailer

    No gimmicks; just Great Company. Join me, Jamie, every Wednesday as I'm joined by great guests for great conversation: it's GREAT COMPANY Coming WEDNESDAY 27TH MARCH Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

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