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Rosebud with Gyles Brandreth

Gyles Brandreth / Plain Jaine Media
Theatre
Childhood Memories
Mental Health
Family
Music
Theater
Acting
World War II
Family Dynamics
Christmas
London
Oxford University
Education
Mary Berry
Cricket
The Beatles
Gardening
Literature
Liberty Anna Squire
Lynda La Plante

Legendary British writer, broadcaster, ex-MP and TV star Gyles Brandreth hosts “Rosebud”, in which he talks to famous and fascinating people about their first memories and first experiences. Expect laughter, nostalgia, memorable stories, revelations and, of course, the odd name-drop from Gyles. We want to hear about your first memories - email us at hello@rosebudpodcast.com And you can follow us ... more

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One of Britain's best-loved and most talented actors for you today: Simon Callow. In this gem of a conversation, Gyles hears about Simon's childhood in Streatham, where he was dazzled by his theatrical grandmother but had a more complicated relations... more

Larry Lamb joins Gyles for a really unique episode of Rosebud. For the past few years, Larry has been telling the story of his life in poetry, and that's what you'll hear in this edition, interwoven with a Rosebud conversation about his early memorie... more

Our guest today is Al Murray, aka the Pub Landlord and the host of We Have Ways of Making You Talk, a podcast all about the Second World War which is one of the UK's most successful history podcasts. In this conversation, Al talks to Gyles about his ... more

The year is 1979. Yes, it's another fun episode of Gyles's diaries, including a truly brilllant listener email from Darran Lingley, discussion of Winston Churchill's love of languishing at the dinner table, tales of Gyles and Michele's new boxing ses... more

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Simon Callow
Actor, author, director, Commander of the Order of the British Empire
Self/Various (Theatre and film)
Episode: Simon Callow
Larry Lamb
Actor and poet who performed his life story in poetry
Actor (Gavin and Stacey, EastEnders, stage work)
Episode: More Rosebud - Larry Lamb, a Life Story in Poetry
Al Murray
The Pub Landlord, comedian and podcast host of We Have Ways of Making You Talk
We Have Ways of Making You Talk
Episode: Al Murray
Patricia Hodge
British actress known for Rumpole of the Bailey, Miranda, All Creatures Great and Small
Actress
Episode: Patricia Hodge
Terry Pendry
Groom to Elizabeth II, master of the Royal Mews
Royal Household / Windsor Castle
Episode: More Rosebud 3rd birthday "treat repeat" special - Terry Pendry, Queen Elizabeth II's groom
Geoffrey Rush
Australian actor, theatre and film star
Actor, multiple major films and stage productions
Episode: Geoffrey Rush
Nicola Benedetti
Violinist and artistic director of the Edinburgh International Festival
Edinburgh International Festival
Episode: Nicola Benedetti
Dame Mary Berry
Dame Mary Berry, renowned author and broadcaster
Episode: Rosebud - Special Episode brought to you in association with the Royal Horticultural Society from RHS Wisley
James Wong
James Wong, ethno-botanist, author and broadcaster
Episode: Rosebud - Special Episode brought to you in association with the Royal Horticultural Society from RHS Wisley

Hosts

Gyles Brandreth
Host of Rosebud; long-time interviewer and diarist with broad experience in media and public life
Harriet Jaine
Producer and co-host; key collaborator with Gyles Brandreth

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.8k ratings
  • Adore adore adore!

    New favourite podcast. The diary episodes are the best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chasisgreat
    United Kingdom19 days ago
  • Brilliant !

    Love all your podcasts . Your amazing !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jojocuff
    United Kingdom20 days ago
  • A hot bath after long cold wet windy walk on the Moors

    Chicken soup for our poor old battered souls. Truly a master class in interviewing/podcasting - fascinating guests expertly and charmingly excavated, often laugh out loud funny, often touching, and some great questions to steal and deploy on awkward dinner party neighbours. 10*

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cos youre worth it
    United Kingdom21 days ago
  • Quality podcast, great interviews

    I have never been the biggest fan of Gyles, but now feel I have missed out.

    Rosebud is joyous. The interviews are discussions, but Gyles’ skill in drawing out the best of very different worldly people is outstanding.

    Nuanced, balanced and challenging in a polite way, the Rosebud team get the best out of interviewees. Geoffrey Rush is a case in point. An extraordinary man, and I hung on every word. Harriet Jaine really adds in her contributions and this is so much more than easy listening. It ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shep Ahoy
    United Kingdom23 days ago
  • Brilliant!

    Ploughing my way through the back catalogue. A master class in Podcasting.

    Bravo GB! 👌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Morgie Morg 66
    United Kingdoma month ago

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The diary segments and backstage banter are highlighted as a charming, unique feature.

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More Rosebud - Larry Lamb, a Life Story in Poetry
Q: What is your very first memory and how does it shape you?
He recalls a blazing row between his parents in their grandfather's upstairs, a scene that anchors his understanding of family chaos and becomes the seed for later poems about memory and safety.
More Rosebud 3rd birthday "treat repeat" special - Terry Pendry, Queen Elizabeth II's groom
Q: How did your role evolve into being the groom and caretaker of the queen's horses?
She invited him after his long service in the Household Cavalry; through interviews and a shared understanding of horse care, Pendry explains how his expertise and language with horses aligned with the queen's needs, leading to a trusted long-term partnership.
More Rosebud 3rd birthday "treat repeat" special - Terry Pendry, Queen Elizabeth II's groom
Q: What was your first memory of meeting the Queen?
Pendry describes first seeing her in 1974 during a riding event at Knightsbridge and meeting her in the riding school, where he felt like standing tall beside her, recognizing her radiant presence and shared language about horses.
Martin Clunes
Q: What is your very first memory that you carried into adulthood?
My earliest memories are sensory—being in a pram in the garden, the sound of pine leaves in Mallorca, and the warmth of family holidays; these memories anchored my sense of safety and curiosity, and they set the tone for how I approached acting and storytelling.
More Rosebud - Tchaikovsky
Q: What was the turning moment when you decided to pursue music full-time?
A Don Giovanni production sparked a revelation, and within weeks he enrolled in the Conservatoire, moving from civil service to a life devoted to composition.

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

Rosebud centers conversations with famous and fascinating people about their first memories and formative experiences. Guests span theatre, music, film, sport, journalism and politics, with a warm, diaristic interview style that often blends intimate life moments, career milestones and cultural reflections. The host duo leans into storytelling, humor and humanity, creating a gentle, nostalgic atmosphere that invites guests to reveal behind-the-scenes anecdotes, struggles and serendipities. Notable strengths include high-caliber guest rosters, thoughtful question framing, and a long-running diary-style interludes that deepen listener connection. This show is well-suited for listeners who enjoy personal origin stories, cultural history, and i... more

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Recent guests on Rosebud include:

1. Simon Callow
2. Larry Lamb
3. Al Murray
4. Patricia Hodge
5. Terry Pendry
6. Geoffrey Rush
7. Nicola Benedetti
8. Dame Mary Berry

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