
Once Upon a Time is a weekly interview podcast where celebrated guests reveal their life stories through the stories that shaped them — in all their forms. Each episode, hosts Scott Brown, Jamie Love, and David Ames sit down with a fascinating guest and ask them to share three stories that changed their life.
New episodes every Wednesday.
Produced by Bermondsey Studios.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 13 | Founded | 3 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArts | |||

Erim Kaur — founder of haircare brand ByErim and influencer — joins Jamie & Scott to share the three stories that shaped who she became, spanning grief and grace, the hard work of confronting yourself, and the search for a cultural home you weren't ... more
We're re-sharing one of our favourite episodes: our conversation with Gok Wan. Settle in for a funny chat with one of the UK's most-loved TV personalities.
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International photographer and creative director Elise Dumontet — self-taught and the woman behind the launch issue of Indian Vogue — joins Scott & Jamie for something a little different: a conversation about storytelling through images.
From being f... more
Actress, writer and producer Sally Lindsay MBE — star of Coronation Street and creator of The Madame Blanc Mysteries— sits down with Scott & David to share the three stories that shaped who she became, spanning a grandad's bookshelf, a working-class ... more
Chef, restaurateur and the godfather of Spanish cuisine in the UK, Jose Pizarro — the man behind Jose, Pizarro, Lolo and the Royal Academy's dining room — sits down with Once Upon a Time to share the three stories that shaped who he became, spanning ... more
Singer-songwriter and West End actor Matt Cardle — winner of The X Factor in 2010, Whatonstage Award winner for his debut role in Memphis, and a man who was tricked into his first audition by his girlfriend — joins Scott and David to share the three ... more
Actress Harriet Thorpe - star of The Brittas Empire, Absolutely Fabulous, Wicked and EastEnders - sits down with Scott & David to share the three stories that shaped who she became, spanning the power of being read to, the courage to tell stories tha... more
Comedian and actor Stephen Bailey — star of Live at the Apollo, Would I Lie To You?, and Russell T Davies's upcoming Tip Toe — sits down with Scott & David to share the three stories that shaped who he became, discussing the hustle, mindset and what ... more
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Three hosts explore life through three defining stories in each guest's journey, predominantly from the arts and entertainment world. Episodes center on career milestones, personal growth, and resilience, with guests ranging from actors and performers to musicians and comedians. The conversation style tends toward memoir-like storytelling, blending nostalgia, mentorship, and practical lessons drawn from difficult moments, creative breakthroughs, and the pursuit of authentic self-expression. A notable throughline is how books, mentorship, and lived experiences shape identity and craft, making it useful for listeners who appreciate intimate career retrospectives and behind-the-scenes storytelling in the arts.
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Recent guests on Once Upon a Time include:
1. Gok Wan
2. Sally Lindsay
3. Jose Pizarro
4. Matt Cardle
5. Harriet Thorpe
6. Stephen Bailey
7. Naoko Mori
8. Lee Peart
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