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Reasons To Be Joyful with Gaby Roslin

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Mental Health
Joy
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Stand-Up Comedy
Poetry
Parenting
Musical Theater
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London
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Breast Cancer
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Gaby Roslin wants to spread joy and THAT is what this podcast is all about.

Each week, she welcomes a famous face to the studio to find out what makes them smile, chuckle and belly laugh.

We find out what brings them joy in their lives and, in our bonus Show & Tell episode, get a glimpse into their lives as they tell us about an object they love, & why.

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Latest Episodes

Henry Lewis and Dave Hearn from Mischeif Theatre (The Play That Goes Wrong) join Gaby for chat - and a bit of cheeky mischief of course!

Their new show - The Comedy About Spies - is in full flow in London's West End and is HILARIOUS!

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Director George Jaques and actor Ruby Stokes join Gaby for a natter about their new film, 'Sunny Dancer'.

Gaby is OBsessed with the film and is telling everyone to see it! Here's the synopsis:

As if conquering cancer wasn't hard enough, 17-year-ol... more

**please note, there's a bit of fruity language in this episode!**

Gaby welcomes the actor, writer and filmmaker Lucas Jones to the podcast, whose debut poetry collection - I Still Believe in Miracles: Poems to Find Meaning in Difficult Time - was p... more

Gaby welcomes bestselling author, speaker and ordained Buddhist monk, Sam Yo, to the podcast.

Sam chats about his early career in the West End and what motivated him to move to Thailand to become a monk.

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George Jaques
Filmmaker and writer/director/producer
Sunny Dancer (film)
Episode: George Jaques and Ruby Stokes
Ruby Stokes
Actress
Sunny Dancer (film)
Episode: George Jaques and Ruby Stokes
Lucas Jones
Poet and actor
British poet and actor
Episode: Lucas Jones
Sam Yo
West End performer turned Buddhist monk and Peloton instructor
Monastic life in Thailand; Peloton instructor
Episode: Sam Yo
Alexandra Burke
Award-winning singer and actress known for theatre and TV work
Episode: Alexandra Burke
Didi Conn
Actress known for playing Frenchy in Grease
Grease cast member
Episode: Didi Conn (Frenchy from 'Grease')
Sydnie Christmas
Singer, musical theatre performer, BGT alum
Self-employed / performer
Episode: Sydnie Christmas
Danny O'Donoghue
Lead singer of The Script
The Script
Episode: Danny O'Donoghue (from The Script)
Russell T Davies
Television writer and producer, creator of It's A Sin and Years & Years
BBC/Production credits mentioned in episode
Episode: Russell T Davies

Host

Gaby Roslin
Host of the show; leads conversations, introduces guests, and shapes the joyful, warm tone.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Sycophant

    Host is an insincere , immature simpleton that thinks all her showbiz mates are “amazing”Cringeworthy.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LotusBlueTwo
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Wow, some fabulous interviews!

    I particularly loved Adele Robert’s interview recently. Like a great conversation between two friends. Honesty, vulnerability, laughter and joy spreading.

    Wonderful, Gaby, thank you 🙏🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JackieALawlor
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Good guests

    Great guests but the over the top shmoozing to every guest is a little over the top! How many people can you find “amazing” and have “funny bones”. Broken record. Brown nosing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    eachpersonsfamily
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • What a joy,,,

    …this show is - literarily! In a world of such sadness and constantly bad news, this little podcast brings joy and lightness. Thank you Gaby & team xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FenDiva
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Grethin Anthony

    I think I’m the only person who hasn’t watched game of thrones. Enjoyed the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tink 0121
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the warm, supportive interviewing style and variety of guests.
Many describe it as a bright, feel-good listen that lifts moods.
Some feedback notes the show's positivity can feel over-polished to a few listeners.

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Didi Conn (Frenchy from 'Grease')
Q: Didi, what's so lovely is, all the interviews that I've seen, and every time I've seen you talk about it. The love of that movie is still so deep in your soul, isn't it?
Yes, the love and joy it brings to people is profound; I feel blessed that the experience continues to touch families and friends everywhere, even 40 years on.
Sydnie Christmas
Q: What keeps you grounded amid fame and constant motion?
Family support, staying kind, embracing every moment, and remembering where I started helps me stay centered and motivated.
Sydnie Christmas
Q: Did you ever imagine you'd reach this level of success and perform on big stages around the world?
Yes, I believed in my dreams but didn't see exactly how it would unfold; I feel lucky and grateful for the opportunities that came, and I stay focused on the next steps.
JJ Chalmers
Q: What brought you joy beyond your work and family?
He highlights silliness and playful creativity as his greatest joys, enjoying long-running jokes and making moments of chaos into something clever and entertaining.
Lucy Beaumont
Q: What was it like receiving the big moment with the unexpected award?
Beaumont reflects on the surprise and delight of the ceremony, framing it as a memorable, light-hearted highlight rather than a serious accolade.

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What is Reasons To Be Joyful about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A warm, conversation-driven show that centers joy, creativity, and human stories. Guests span performers, writers, politicians, and media personalities, who open up about what makes them smile, how they navigate fame, and the everyday joys that ground them. Across episodes, listeners hear intimate tales of resilience, mindfulness, friendship, and artistry, often sprinkled with humor and candid reflections on personal growth. A standout element is the bonus Show & Tell format, where guests share an object they love and explain why it brings them happiness, offering a tangible peek into their lives. The mix of well-known figures and relatable anecdotes makes it a hopeful, feel-good listen with practical takeaways on staying joyful amid busy, ... more

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2. Ruby Stokes
3. Lucas Jones
4. Sam Yo
5. Alexandra Burke
6. Didi Conn
7. Sydnie Christmas
8. Danny O'Donoghue

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