Headliners with Nihal Arthanayake

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Ariel Zeleznikow-Johnston Feb 16, 2025

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The neuroscientist and author joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.

Among other things, they talk about Ariel's book and theories on why we should abolish death.

Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Dr Rangan Chatterjee Feb 09, 2025

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The physician and hugely successful podcaster Dr Rangan Chatterjee joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.

They discuss access to health advice and why it's OK to have a different perspective.

Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Gary Stevenson Feb 05, 2025

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The economist, YouTuber and former trader joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.

They discuss his childhood, education and how he would address the UK economy.

Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Josh Widdicombe Feb 02, 2025

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The comedian, actor and podcaster Josh Widdicombe joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.

They discuss Josh's tendency to catastrophise, his upbringing, and his take on Dryrobes.

Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Agnes Callard Jan 29, 2025

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The American philosopher and associate professor Agnes Callard joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.

They dig into the Socratic principle and its applications in modern life.

Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Sir Ian Rankin Jan 26, 2025

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The crime writer and philanthropist joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.

They discuss his journey in writing, Scotland and what comes next.

Nihal Arthanayake presents his Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Asif Kapadia Jan 22, 2025

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The award-winning filmmaker joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.

They discuss his new film 2073, his reasons for making it and whether he feels optimistic about the future.

Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Dr John Cooper Clarke Jan 19, 2025

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The Bard of Salford joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.

They talk about the importance of language, disarming bullies with comedy, and Essex.

Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Dr Benji Waterhouse Jan 15, 2025

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The NHS Consultant psychiatrist, comedian and author joins Nihal for an in-depth chat.

Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

Aisling Bea Jan 12, 2025

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The Get Away actor and comedian joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.

They talk about being a woman in the entertainment industry, ADHD and parenthood.

Nihal Arthanayake presents his new Sunday evening show and podcast, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.