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Experience is Everything

Saga Group
Saga
Experience Is Everything
Comedy
Gut Microbiome
Diet
Disability Rights
Space Exploration
Improvisation
United Kingdom
Doctor Who
Strictly Come Dancing
Paralympic Games
Adjoa Andoh
Bridgerton
Money
Jane Horrocks
Absolutely Fabulous
Journalism
Nutrition
Health

Some moments change you. Some experiences turn you into a smarter, or more thoughtful, or tougher person. They build your resilience, your sense of humour and your empathy too. In Experience is Everything, the nation's favourite lexicographer and media personality Susie Dent talks to household names to find out what they’ve learned over their extraordinary lifetimes. In enthralling conversations w... more

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NEW SERIES: Award-winning presenter and Countdown lexicographer Susie Dent discovers life lessons from living legends.

Carol Kirkwood spent 28 years bringing the weather into Britain's living rooms, becoming one of the BBC's most beloved presenters ... more

NEW SERIES: Award-winning presenter and Countdown lexicographer Susie Dent discovers life lessons from living legends.

Dame Dr Maggie Aderin is one of the leading space scientists in the UK. She has worked on some of the world’s biggest space projec... more

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NEW SERIES: Award-winning presenter and Countdown lexicographer Susie Dent discovers life lessons from living legends.

Angela Rippon is a trailblazer. One of the most consequential figures in British broadcasting, her remarkable career spans 60 year... more

NEW SERIES: Award-winning presenter and Countdown lexicographer Susie Dent discovers life lessons from living legends.

Chef, writer and broadcaster Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall is passionate about food – good, ethically sourced, sustainable food. Fam... more

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Recent Guests

Carol Kirkwood
BBC weather presenter and author
BBC
Episode: Carol Kirkwood on finding love in your fifties, TV mishaps and leaving the BBC
Maggie Aderin
Space scientist, educator, broadcaster
University of Leicester; former British Science Association president
Episode: Dame Dr Maggie Aderin on resilience, reflection and reaching for the stars
Angela Rippon
Broadcast journalist, presenter, director, and dementia advocate
British broadcasting
Episode: Angela Rippon on leaving the BBC and saying yes to Strictly!
Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall
Chef, broadcaster, food writer and campaigner
Campaigner for sustainable eating; River Cottage founder
Episode: Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall on River Cottage, getting fired and letting go in the kitchen
Johnny Ball
British television presenter, mathematician, author
Independent performer and educator
Episode: Johnny Ball’s greatest stories – From Ringo Starr to Queen Elizabeth II
Jane Horrocks
Award-winning English actor known for Bubble in Absolutely Fabulous and Little Voice
Episode: Jane Horrocks on Absolutely Fabulous and finding a purpose in life
Paul Lewis
Saga magazine's Money Expert, BBC Moneybox presenter, personal finance author
Saga / BBC Radio 4 Moneybox
Episode: Paul Lewis – “My cautiousness cost me money!”
Prue Leith
Cook, author, former Bake Off judge
Independent (self-identified)
Episode: Prue Leith – On leaving Bake Off and finding love again at 70
Adjoa Andoh
Actress and director known for her roles in theater, television, and film, including Lady Danbury in Bridgerton.
Netflix
Episode: Adjoa Andoh – On Bridgerton, punk music and growing up in the Cotswolds

Hosts

Susie Dent
Host of the show and interviewer; long-time media personality with Saga sponsor connection.
Jenni Murray
Host of Experience is Everything; main interview lead across episodes.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Paul Merton

    What a gem, great convo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FlyAway511
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • People don’t talk about WISDOM enough these days

    …but that’s what this is, right? The real wisdom won from experiences both good and unimaginably awful. So much more important than “life hacks” and all the other homilies we get offered left right and centre. This is the real stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spengolian
    United Kingdom7 months ago

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Guests bring diverse, compelling life lessons beyond career highlights.
High-quality guests and respectful, curious interviewing style.
Thoughtful, experience-led storytelling with real depth.
Conversations balance warmth with insightful takes on aging, resilience, and creativity.

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Dame Dr Maggie Aderin on resilience, reflection and reaching for the stars
Q: What sparked your early fascination with space, and how did your environment shape that dream?
From early childhood, the moon, the Clangers, and the moon landings ignited a passion for space. Growing up in inner-city London with a supportive yet challenging family environment made me seek a path where imagination and rigorous science could come together.
Dame Dr Maggie Aderin on resilience, reflection and reaching for the stars
Q: Maggie, you talk about how emotions are repressed and the motivation for writing your memoir. Why revisit so much of the past?
Because revisiting those moments was part of my cathartic process, and by confronting them openly, I could understand how they shaped my resilience and drive, while also offering lessons to others about overcoming barriers.
Johnny Ball’s greatest stories – From Ringo Starr to Queen Elizabeth II
Q: One decision that you would change now if you could go back in time?
He reflects that the only project he didn't complete was an idea about alternative energy, realizing humor didn't fit that topic as well as other subjects; otherwise, he followed his curiosity and kept pushing forward, moving from TV to corporate work and back to teaching through entertaining formats.
Jane Horrocks on Absolutely Fabulous and finding a purpose in life
Q: What is your sense of purpose now as you move forward in life?
Horrocks acknowledges the ongoing search for purpose, emphasizing patience and a willingness to let the next chapter unfold rather than forcing it, while staying engaged in meaningful work and community.
Jane Horrocks on Absolutely Fabulous and finding a purpose in life
Q: How did your experience with those wonderful actors shape your career?
She describes the early RSC experience as a blessing, learning from senior actors like Fiona Shaw, Juliet Stevenson, and Alan Rickman, which informed her work ethic and approach to performance for years to come.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Experience is Everything

What is Experience is Everything about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Experience is Everything features candid conversations with household names to uncover formative moments, challenges, and the lessons learned from a life in the public eye. Across episodes, guests span actors, comedians, athletes, authors, journalists, and media figures, with recurring themes of resilience, creativity, and the human capacity to reinvent oneself. The format centers on personal narratives—early influences, career pivots, and the intersection of craft with broader life experiences—often touching on health, race, aging, and family. A standout aspect is the blend of pop culture luminary profiles with deeper, reflective storytelling that aims to offer both inspiration and practical wisdom for listeners and potential guests alike.... more

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1. Carol Kirkwood
2. Maggie Aderin
3. Angela Rippon
4. Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall
5. Johnny Ball
6. Jane Horrocks
7. Paul Lewis
8. Prue Leith

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