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The Louis Theroux Podcast

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Mental Health
Hollywood
Palestine
Comedy
Katie Price
Nick Kyrgios
Australia
Armie Hammer
Red Curtain Trilogy
Abuse Allegations
Tennis
Kieran Haylor
Musical Genre
Cannibalism
David Bowie
Peter Andre
Mucky Mansion
Reality Television
Music Industry
Mia Khalifa

Join Louis Theroux as he embarks on a series of in-depth and freewheeling conversations with a curated collection of fascinating figures from across the globe. The Louis Theroux Podcast is a Spotify podcast from Mindhouse, now available everywhere.

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Louis sits down with Grammy award-winning rapper, producer and former Beastie Boy Mike D. Speaking ahead of the release of his first solo album, Thank You, Mike tells Louis about breaking rap into the mainstream, the mechanics behind the Beastie Boys... more

In this episode, Louis speaks to singer, songwriter and Spice Girl Melanie C. Speaking ahead of the 30th anniversary of Wannabe, Melanie and Louis discuss deleted Spiceworld scenes, showing off her guns to Arnold Schwarzenegger and why there’s no suc... more

Louis is joined in the Spotify studio by model, actress, musician and owner of the world’s best eyebrows, Cara Delevingne. Cara tells Louis about the moment she knew she had to get sober, engagement rumours, and being Karl Lagerfeld's muse.

Warnings... more

In this episode, Louis speaks with gonzo journalist and fellow gangly documentarian Andrew Callaghan. The pair discuss Andrew’s life after cancellation, whether lizard people run the world, and his legal issues with Melania Trump.

Warnings: Strong l... more

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Mike D
Rapper, musician and founding member of Beastie Boys
Beastie Boys
Episode: S8 EP6: Mike D discusses breaking rap into the mainstream, the infamous hydraulic penis, and disbanding the Beastie Boys
Melanie C
Singer, songwriter, former Spice Girl
Melanie C (solo artist)
Episode: S8 EP5: Melanie C on Spiceworld, comparing muscles with Arnold Schwarzenegger and why she’ll always be a Spice Girl
Cara Delevingne
Model, actress, musician
Independent / Notable collaborations mentioned (Chanel muse, etc.)
Episode: S8 EP4: Cara Delevingne discusses getting sober, engagement rumours, and being Karl Lagerfeld's muse
Andrew Callaghan
American gonzo journalist and YouTube content creator, Channel 5
Channel 5 (USA)
Episode: S8 EP3: Andrew Callaghan on the ‘cancelverse’, lizard people, and whether he’s being sued by Melania Trump
Marco Pierre White
World-renowned chef and restaurateur, early celebrity chef, mentor figure in British cuisine
Self-employed (various restaurants)
Episode: S8 EP2: Marco Pierre White discusses his rift with Gordon Ramsay, retiring from cooking, and having lunch with Margaret Thatcher
Gary Lineker
English football icon, broadcaster, and podcaster
Goalhanger / former BBC Match of the Day presenter
Episode: S8 EP1: Gary Lineker on England’s losing streak, leaving the BBC, and his frosty relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo
Andrew Callahan
Gonzo journalist
Journalism
Episode: Louis's back with Season 8!
Yorgos Lanthimos
Filmmaker known for Dogtooth, The Favourite, and Bugonia
Episode: S7 EP8: Yorgos Lanthimos discusses working with Emma Stone, suffering for his art, and directing a Bourne movie
Simone Ashley
Actress known for Bridgerton, Sex Education, The Little Mermaid
Bridgerton (Kate Sharma)
Episode: S7 EP7: Simone Ashley on kissing scenes with Jonathan Bailey, getting kicked out of drama school, and Bridgerton criticism

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Louis Theroux
Host of The Louis Theroux Podcast

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 8.5k ratings
  • Love it!

    New listener and glad I have tons of episodes to catch up on! Great pod, keep it up Louis!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrsHks
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Unnecessary and unrelenting exposition

    Despite getting amazing guests and being a brilliant documentarian, Louis is quite unbearable as a podcaster. Constantly expositing… “that wasn’t funny” “I shouldn’t say that” etc. it’s a painful listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Joc2234
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Wooo

    Louis…let’s see some big wrestling names on 😎

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrMrMrshutuo
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Guests are awful

    Z list guests make for awful interviews, such a shame as this used to be a good listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Millldog
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Loved all your work since age 11.

    Although it’s incredibly hard to find your pictures in my country.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jellyntoasy
    United States3 months ago

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S7 EP4: Stewart Lee on "Netflix comedians”, disastrous gigs, and Elon Musk
Q: How do you balance being in character with delivering honest commentary on other comedians?
Lee describes shifting in and out of character to diffuse tension, using tone shifts and a mix of snobbery and empathy to engage audiences while still challenging conventional norms.
S7 EP1: Boris Becker on encountering Diddy, mind-games with Nadal and his spell in prison
Q: Did high-profile status affect your treatment in prison?
It helped that I wasn't immediately treated as a celebrity; they saw me as a person who needed protection, and I tried not to rely on status but on smart, calm decisions for safety.
S7 EP1: Boris Becker on encountering Diddy, mind-games with Nadal and his spell in prison
Q: What would you say were the set of skills you needed to survive in prison?
You need to read the room quickly, identify who is in charge, and align with a group for protection; also, staying true to yourself and not pretending to be someone you're not was crucial.
S6 EP5: David Byrne on clashes in Talking Heads, neurodivergence, and culture wars
Q: What was unique about the Stop Making Sense concert film?
Byrne describes how the film revealed how the music was put together, creating a narrative arc rather than a sequence of separate songs.
S6 EP5: David Byrne on clashes in Talking Heads, neurodivergence, and culture wars
Q: How did Talking Heads come together?
David Byrne reflects on forming the band with friends from art school, emphasizing the spirit of experimentation during their early performances.

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This show features in-depth, freewheeling conversations with a wide range of high-profile guests from sports, film, music, journalism, and beyond. Episodes explore career highs and lows, the pressures of fame, creative processes, cultural trends, and the intersections of art, politics, and society. The host's curiosity often leads to candid storytelling, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and thoughtful discussions about ethics, representation, and the changing media landscape. A standout quality is the eclectic guest roster and the willingness to push beyond familiar soundbites, making it a likely fit for listeners who enjoy long-form, idea-driven interviews with prominent figures.

A noteworthy aspect is the mix of intimate personal stories wit... more

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Recent guests on The Louis Theroux Podcast include:

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2. Melanie C
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