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Award-winning LBC presenter and best-selling author James O’Brien hosts a series of compelling conversations with fascinating people from the worlds of politics, news and entertainment. These are thoughtful conversations with a curious and interested interviewer. For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: dax@global.com

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Dr. Richard Shepherd
Britain's leading forensic pathologist and author
Episode: Dr Richard Shepherd: Lessons from 23,000 Postmortems- including Hungerford, Hillsborough and Princess Diana
Graham Fellows
Creator of John Shuttleworth, actor, and musician
Episode: Graham Fellows: Playing John Shuttleworth Came at a Cost
Carol Vorderman
Television presenter, author, and mathematician
Episode: Carol Vorderman LIVE! Numbers, Politics, and Finding Her Voice
KT Tunstall
Award-winning singer-songwriter known for hits such as 'Black Horse and the Cherry Tree'.
Independent musician
Episode: KT Tunstall: “I lost my hearing, it didn’t come back.”
Zoe Lyons
Comedian and actor known for her stand-up and appearances on various television shows
Episode: Zoe Lyons: My mum screamed about me..."I can't cope anymore"
Dr. Rangan Chatterjee
Medical doctor and professor of health communication, podcaster, and author
Episode: Dr. Rangan Chatterjee: This breathing exercise will save your life!
Laurence Rees
Historian and documentary maker, author of 'The Nazi Mind, Twelve Warnings From History'
Episode: 80 years on from the liberation of Auschwitz - James O'Brien Daily
Lili Pohlmann
Holocaust survivor who shared her personal story
Episode: 80 years on from the liberation of Auschwitz - James O'Brien Daily
Hanif Kureishi
Renowned author and playwright
Episode: Hanif Kureishi: A freak accident left me paralysed - and it broke me

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James O'Brien
Host of compelling conversations, known for his insightful and engaging interview style, often exploring personal stories and societal issues.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 5k ratings
  • Bill Nighy

    I have come to this podcast late. I have just listened to his conversation with Bill Nighy. I enjoy listening to Bill Nighy speak about anything I liked the easy relaxed questioning. The interviewee was the star not the interviewer. Will listen to some more episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lolgaye
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • The The Associated with

    The first one I got

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Vicinity hubi1617
    Germany2 months ago
  • Jamie Oliver

    I’ve listened to Jamie before, this conversation has new insights into culinary journey. Interesting listen which shows Jamie’s passion for his projects

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KLHpool
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Arabella Weir

    Open honest discussion very entertaining

    Great conversation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KLHpool
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Love!!

    Love James’ curiosity and perfect questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ladyabbydabby
    Canada4 months ago

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Sir Gareth Southgate: There were days I didn’t want to get out from under the duvet
Q: What was it like to experience public humiliation from missing that penalty?
It was a profound moment that taught me resilience and how to prepare better for high-pressure situations.
Jack Thorne: “I was allergic to moving - the doctor said, ‘This might be forever.’”
Q: When did you realize just how mad things were going after it started screening?
Within days, as people were reaching out and sharing how the show inspired conversations.
Jack Thorne: “I was allergic to moving - the doctor said, ‘This might be forever.’”
Q: How frightened were you?
Very, and I went to see a doctor who said, I think this might be forever.
Arabella Weir: At nine my mum said, “I can’t bear the sight of you”
Q: What would your mum have made of the MBE?
Oh, that's so naff darling.
Arabella Weir: At nine my mum said, “I can’t bear the sight of you”
Q: When did you begin to suspect that things weren't hunky dory between your mum and dad?
For as long as I can remember, they were always yelling and screaming at each other.

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