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Walking The Dog with Emily Dean

Goalhanger
Comedy
Mental Health
Dogs
Parenting
Pets
Grief
London
Dog Ownership
Edinburgh Festival
Social Media
Jedward
Stand-Up Comedy
BBC
Strictly Come Dancing
Therapy
Family Dynamics
ADHD
Celebrity Big Brother
Anxiety
Farming

Join Emily Dean and her Shih Tzu Raymond, for an extraordinary dog walk. Meet household names you’ve heard a lot about, opening up in a way you’ve never heard before. They’ll reveal what truly makes them tick and you’ll discover why the best chats always happen over a dog walk.

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Latest Episodes

This week Emily and Ray take a stroll through Wanstead Park with Lisa McGrillis, the actress behind one of Rivals' most deliciously snobbish characters, Valerie, the wife of Danny Dyer's Freddie Jones.

Lisa's journey into acting has been anything bu... more

In part two of Emily and Ray's walk with Anneka Rice, Anneka looks back on her extraordinary rise to fame, from becoming a household name on Treasure Hunt and Challenge Anneka to making the difficult decision to step away from the spotlight and conce... more

This week Emily and Ray take a stroll with TV presenter, author and national treasure Anneka Rice, whose extraordinary career made her one of the most recognisable faces on British television.

Anneka grew up in Surrey, but adventure was calling from... more

In part two of Emily and Ray's walk with Mathew Baynton, it's time to talk Ghosts, much to Emily's delight, as she's an enormous fan of the show.

Mathew looks back on the creation of the much-loved BBC comedy, its extraordinary success and the chara... more

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Recent Guests

Anneka Rice
Television presenter and creator of Challenge Anneka
Episode: Anneka Rice (Part Two)
Mathew Baynton
Actor, writer and comedian known for Horrible Histories and Ghosts
Episode: Mathew Baynton (Part Two)
Amir Khan
NHS GP, television doctor and author
NHS
Episode: Dr Amir Khan (Part Two)
William Hanson
Etiquette expert and guest on the episode
English Manor / BBC Maestro / Author
Episode: William Hanson (Part Two)
Johnny Marr
Musician, former member of The Smiths and collaborator on multiple projects
Musician / Artist
Episode: Johnny Marr (Part Two)
Nick Knowles
Television presenter and DIY expert, known for Diy Sos
BBC / Various TV productions
Episode: Nick Knowles (Part Two)
Caitlin Moran
Renowned author and journalist
Author of How To Be Hopeful, How To Be A Woman
Episode: Caitlin Moran (Part Two)
Harriet Kemsley
Comedian
Wagging Rights (TV show)
Episode: Harriet Kemsley (Part Two)
Shazia Mirza
Comedian
Comedian
Episode: Shazia Mirza (Part Two)

Host

Emily Dean
Host of Walking The Dog with Emily Dean

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.1k ratings
  • Lovely but too many ads

    Emily is as chatty and charming as always. However 25 minutes of adverts for a 40 minute podcast is crazy.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mbutterz
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • The Devine Miss Em

    I love your reference to Gareth. RIP 💜

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SuzieBearNZ
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Enjoyable

    Love the format. It’s a very peaceful and enjoyable listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Flyingraisin
    United Statesa year ago
  • One of my favourite podcasts

    Discovered this podcast late so now have the luxury of being able to choose the one I fancy. Have listened to about 20 so far and they’ve all been great. Loved the one with Adrian Chiles and of course the one with Frank Skinner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vinc1955
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • In Love

    This podcast has helped me so much with creative angst, I could get back to painting again. Emily is such an incredible, fun and gracious person who has a very radio phonic voice as well. I love listening to those unique conversations with her famous guests on the move, I get a vicarious joy of walking from Emily Dean’s podcast while I am currently stuck indoors under the AC in a desert climate. I am so grateful for this podcast has, my dog listens to it too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Passifloratron
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Guests and dog moments are consistently highlighted as a key charm of the show.
Listeners praise the host's warmth, thoughtful listening, and strong guest selection.
Two-part episodes and in-depth conversations are popular with long-time fans.
Ads are a frequent point of contention for some listeners, affecting pacing.

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Anneka Rice (Part Two)
Q: Why was that?
Rice says she stepped back from front-facing television after having children and finding fame's intrusion difficult. She continued working on Challenge behind the scenes, took time for other interests and returned to broadcasting later through radio.
Anneka Rice (Part Two)
Q: Would you be horrified of your daughter doing that?
Rice says she believes people need to trust their instincts, which she says have served her well, though she would be horrified if her daughter took the same risks.
Anneka Rice (Part One)
Q: Why do you think you like that feeling of terror?
Rice connects her comfort with uncertainty to a childhood when circumstances could change suddenly, and says fear and anxiety can help move life forward when they are channeled into useful action.
Anneka Rice (Part One)
Q: Do you think it's been helpful in some ways, particularly when you elected to kind of very consciously walk away from show business and that career that you had?
Rice says separating her public persona from her home identity was useful: her children knew Anneka as the public figure and Annie as the person at home.
Mathew Baynton (Part One)
Q: Was it always clear that you were going to be an actor or a funny person?
Baynton says he loved comedy and impersonating people as a child, but was more interested in music as a teenager. He initially studied directing, then mentors and opportunities in comedy and clowning helped him move toward performing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Walking The Dog

What is Walking The Dog about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners follow a light, conversation-driven show that pairs celebrity guests with a relaxed dog-walk format. Episodes spotlight actors, comedians, TV presenters, and media personalities sharing career milestones, personal stories, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes, often anchored by dog-related observations and playful banter. The format tends to blend warmth, humor, resilience, and humanity, with guests opening up about family, fame, mental health, and the realities of life in showbiz, all while the host offers attentive, exploratory interviewing and a steady, personable cadence. A standout aspect is the consistent dog-walk conceit that keeps conversations intimate and relatable, even when dissecting high-profile careers. It's likely to ap... more

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Recent guests on Walking The Dog include:

1. Anneka Rice
2. Mathew Baynton
3. Amir Khan
4. William Hanson
5. Johnny Marr
6. Nick Knowles
7. Caitlin Moran
8. Harriet Kemsley

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