Normal Not Normal

INTRODUCING: Something In Media Apr 11, 2023

Introducing Something In Media: a new show that tells the story of successful people in the general world of media, and what it takes to make it to the very top.

We plan to show you that there are many ways to become successful in the media, whatever your background, wherever you’re from.

Series 1 is out now, and features the likes of Michelle Ackerely (The One Show, Crime Watch, etc). James Longman (The Late Late Show with James Cordon), Jess Rudkin (BBC Bristol), Jamie Morton from My Dad Wrote a Porno, and many more.

With each episode, a career expert also give you their opinion via the show's website.

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Bonnie Wright Mar 11, 2022

Many of you may know Bonnie from her role as Ginny Weasley in the Harry Potter films. But alongside her work as an actor and director, Bonnie has another passion – the environment and taking action against climate change. Her new book, Go Gently, shares with readers simple steps we can all take, each day, to help reconnect to the natural world around us and join in the fight against climate change. You can find out more here: https://gogently.earth/book

In this episode, we find out more about how Bonnie came to write her book, ask what it was like going back to school while still filming the Potter series, and discuss some of the behind-the-scenes action that happened at the recent Potter reunion.

Bonnie's '3am Questions':

Favourite book - Go Gently, by Bonnie Wright (of course!!)

Favourite food - Chocolate... and bread

Favourite film - Children of Men

Favourite song - Into the Mystic, by Van Morrison

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Ollie's birthday rant Mar 04, 2022

Thank you for all of your birthday messages!

In this episode we discuss our favourite Potter film sets (the answers might surprise you), our weird birthday traditions and why our 21st birthday gift from Rupert Grint had to be delivered in a lorry!

We can hardly believe it, but this is our last listener episode of the season! Thank you so much for sending in all of your storytimes, questions and ‘did-you-knows’ - we've loved sharing them. We'll be back next week for this season's last episode, with a very special Potter guest. Listen to end of this episode for the big reveal!

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LOTR's Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan Feb 25, 2022

Did you know that the first Lord of the Rings movie came out three weeks after Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone? In this episode we’re talking to the brilliant Billy Boyd and Dominic Monaghan - the actors who played Pippin and Merry in the films.

We find out what the mischievous Merry and Pippin have in common with Fred and George Weasley, what pranks Dom pulled on set and why people are still mixing Billy and Dom up.

We highly recommend that you check out Billy and Dominic’s podcast The Friendship Onion on Youtube, Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. They talk about what happened behind the scenes on Lord of the Rings, get their co-stars Elijah Wood and Sean Astin involved and generally just have loads of hilarious fun.

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Valentine's special Feb 18, 2022

Happy Valentine's Week!

In this episode we're sharing our best and worst Valentine's memories.

Find out why Ollie switched places with James on a date one time, what Ollie's wife thought about getting golf gear as a Valentine's present, and what happened when James got trapped on a balcony.

This season we’ll be talking to some of our favourite people as we continue to explore what normal really means. But we’ll also be hearing more from you!

Every other episode will feature your storytimes, questions and ‘did-you-knows’. Send in your most extraordinary stories via video, voice note or old fashioned email to normalnotnormalpodcast@gmail.com

New episodes every Friday. You can also find us on YouTube!

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DJ Tiga Feb 11, 2022

Tiga didn't have your average childhood. He was born in Canada but spent many of his first ten years in Goa, where his parents were part of a community of travellers with a love of all-night beach parties and spirituality. There, he discovered the joys of playing music to a crowd, and went on to become a world-famous, award-winning DJ. He's remixed songs from The xx, LCD Soundsystem, Scissor Sisters, Peaches, Moby, Depeche Mode and more.

In this episode we find out what happened when Ollie went to a rave and the police turned up, ask what it's like to change from a rule-free hippy child into a boarding school boy and discuss why your teenage years are the best times to make a few mistakes.

Tiga's ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - 1984 by George Orwell or Waiting for the Barbarians by J. M. Coetzee

Favourite film - Bladerunner

Favourite song - Kiss by Prince

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James' horror curse Feb 04, 2022

In this episode we learn the legend of the Phelps' everlasting goldfish, meet snake-wrangling toddlers and find out why James' character has died in every horror film he's been in...

This season we’ll be talking to some of our favourite people as we continue to explore what normal really means. But we’ll also be hearing more from you!

Every other episode will feature your storytimes, questions and ‘did-you-knows’ and right now we want your best VALENTINE'S stories and questions and facts! Send in your most extraordinary stories via video, voice note or old fashioned email to normalnotnormalpodcast@gmail.com

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Skins' April Pearson Jan 28, 2022

In this episode we chat to actor and friend April Pearson!

April played Michelle in 2007 hit TV series Skins, and became something of a symbol of noughties teenage rebellion.

We talk about what it's like to be best known for your first acting role, body-shaming in the entertainment industry and the dark side of intimacy on-screen. Please bear in mind that this episode is intended for adults and might not be suitable for all listeners.

We were lucky enough to be guests on April's podcast 'Are You Michelle from Skins?' last year, and it's back for a new season! Subscribe now: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/are-you-michelle-from-skins/id1563027140

April's ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - Noughts and Crosses by Malorie Blackman

Favourite film - Gladiator

Favourite song - Evergreen by Yebba

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Oliver says sorry Jan 21, 2022

In this episode Oliver says sorry to his mum, we learn about the Toilet Paper Queen and we talk about the time Oliver's childhood medical skills kind of maybe saved James' life.

This season we’ll be talking to some of our favourite people as we continue to explore what normal really means. But we’ll also be hearing more from you!

Every other episode will feature your storytimes, questions and ‘did-you-knows’. Send in your most extraordinary stories via video, voice note or old fashioned email to normalnotnormalpodcast@gmail.com

New episodes every Friday. You can also find us on YouTube!

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Potter Costume Designer Jany Temime Jan 14, 2022

Multi-award-winning Jany Temime has created costumes for some of the most famous film stars in the world: Daniel Craig as James Bond; Sandra Bullock in 'Gravity' and, of course, Fred and George Weasley in the Harry Potter films!

In this episode we reminisce about our time on-set together, discuss our favourite Potter films and reveal our least favourite costumes.

And, because Jany has known us since we were teenagers, she has a few embarrassing memories of us to share…!

Jany's ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - In Search of Lost Time by Marcel Proust

Favourite film - The 400 Blows, directed by François Truffaut

Favourite song - All You Need is Love by The Beatles

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Potter reunion chat Jan 07, 2022

Happy New Year!

In this episode we talk about what really happened behind the scenes of the Potter 20th anniversary reunion, share our dating disasters and reveal what it's like having your own stunt double.

This season we’ll be talking to some of our favourite people as we continue to explore what normal really means. But we’ll also be hearing more from you!

Every other episode will feature your storytimes, questions and ‘did-you-knows’. Send in your most extraordinary stories via video, voice note or old fashioned email to normalnotnormalpodcast@gmail.com

New episodes every Friday. You can also find us on YouTube!

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Outlander's Sophie Skelton Dec 31, 2021

This episode's guest is Sophie Skelton! She is best known for her role as Brianna Fraser in hit Starz series Outlander.

We find out how she discovered she'd landed her Outlander role, discuss trigger warnings on screen and ask why so many Harry Potter fans want Sophie to play Lily Potter!

In this episode we do touch on some tough issues, including how sexual violence is depicted on screen and other subjects like suicide. While we don't go into too much detail, we understand that this might be difficult for some listeners who might choose to skip this episode. For support, please visit RAINN.org

Sophie's ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë

Favourite film - Good Will Hunting

Favourite song - Wash Away by Joe Purdy

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Sophie supports Crohn's & Colitis UK, a leading UK-based charity battling against Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and other forms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).

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Festive holiday special Dec 24, 2021

Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, Kwanzaa, or you’ve just celebrated Hanukkah, Diwali or any other festive holiday - welcome to the Normal Not Normal Holiday special!

In this episode we hear all about your festive traditions. We find out how Hungarians get rid of witches at Christmas (it involves carpentry and poppy seeds), which monsters are prowling around at Chinese New Year and why you might find a fish in the bath during a Polish Christmas party!

Send in your most extraordinary storytimes, questions and ‘did-you-knows’ via video, voice note or old fashioned email to normalnotnormalpodcast@gmail.com

We'll be back next week with a very special guest. You can also find us on YouTube!

We want to say a thank you to listener Lucy Courtois for sending us her wonderful book Miracle: Endless Possibilities which is all about growing up with a visual impairment. Find it now on Amazon!

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Not normal nature Dec 17, 2021

We're back with your 'not normal' storytimes, questions and did-you-knows!

In this episode of Normal Not Normal we share what birthdays were like on the Harry Potter set, find out what James' 'dog-voice' sounds like and discover why you can never trust a donkey.

This season we’ll be talking to some of our favourite people as we continue to explore what normal really means. But we’ll also be hearing more from you!

Every other episode will feature your storytimes, questions and ‘did-you-knows’. Send in your most extraordinary stories via video, voice note or old fashioned email to normalnotnormalpodcast@gmail.com

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Author Jacqueline Wilson Dec 10, 2021

Tracy Beaker author Jacqueline Wilson has never shied away from the difficult parts of life in her books. She's tackled alcoholism, mental health issues, divorce, domestic abuse and growing up in care, but always manages to make her creations warm, witty and child-friendly.

Her books inspired the long-running Tracy Beaker TV series, which has recently been reimagined as 'My Mum Tracy Beaker', featuring Dani Harmer as a grown-up Tracy with a daughter of her own.

In this episode we talk about casting Tracy Beaker, coming out in later life and the sad story that inspired James' favourite Jacqueline Wilson book, 'The Suitcase Kid'.

Jacqueline's ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath

Favourite film - Thelma and Louise

Favourite songs - Mythical Kings and Iguanas by Dory Previn

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James ruined the carpet Dec 03, 2021

Welcome back to Normal Not Normal!

In our first episode of season three we talk about the time we nearly got a fan fired, find out how James ruined a carpet and share some of our most awkward moments.

This season we’ll be talking to some of our favourite people as we continue our collective journey exploring what normal really means. But we’ll also be hearing more from you!

Every other episode will feature your storytimes, questions and ‘did-you-knows’. Send in your most extraordinary stories via video, voice note or old fashioned email to normalnotnormalpodcast@gmail.com

You can also find us on YouTube! New episodes every Friday.

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Special: Ed Sheeran and Stuart Camp Jul 02, 2021

In this special bonus episode we take a break from our break to welcome Ed Sheeran and his manager Stuart Camp onto the podcast!

We were honoured to host the first interview with both Ed and Stuart together. Over the years the pair have developed a unique friendship, and Stuart and his wife are even godparents to Ed’s daughter Lyra. They still disagree on one big thing, however. Ed is a huge Potter superfan. Stuart isn’t.

We ask why Ed makes Stuart carry a photo of the Weasley twins in his wallet at all times, which ridiculous purchase Stuart had to talk Ed out of, and why Ed asked Rupert Grint to play him in the music video for 'Lego House'.

We’d like to thank HelloFresh, our sponsors for this episode. Go to hellofresh.com/normal14 and use the code normal14 for up to 14 free meals, plus free shipping!

Ed’s ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - His Dark Materials series by Phillip Pullman

Favourite film - The Harry Potter series

Favourite songs - Mama’s Eyes by Justin Townes Ear - Jealous by Labrinth - American Pie by Don McLean

Stuart’s ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - Captain Coreli’s Mandolin by Louis de Bernières

Favourite film - Alien

Favourite song - Bad Habits by Ed Sheeran!

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MinaLima May 14, 2021

In this episode we chat to graphic design duo MinaLima. Throughout the Harry Potter films, Miraphora Mina and Eduardo Lima worked together to concoct the style at the heart of the films, from the intricately detailed Marauder’s Map, the wonderfully bonkers Daily Prophet and our favourite, the fantastical Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes inventions.

We find out why the first attempt at Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes wasn’t ‘vulgar’ enough, what Mira and Eduardo think about seeing their designs as tattoos and how the duo snuck their names into so many of their Potter designs.

Since the last Potter film came out, MinaLima have been busy designing Diagon Alley at the Universal Orlando Resort and creating the graphic props for Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, as well as for films outside the Potter world including Sweeney Todd and The Golden Compass. They’ve also illustrated a beautiful collection of classic novels for Harper Collins and opened stores in London, Osaka and New York. Find out more at minalima.com

We’re sad to say that this is the last episode of the season, but don’t worry we’ll be back later this year with more wonderful guests!

MinaLima’s '3am Questions':

Favourite book: Call Me By Your Name by André Aciman (Eduardo); Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell (Mira)

Favourite film/TV: Cinema Paradiso (Eduardo) and Mad Men (Mira)

Favourite song: Anything by Madonna (Eduardo) and Space Oddity by David Bowie (Mira)

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Hollie Arnold May 07, 2021

In this episode we chat to British Paralympian and self-described javelin queen Hollie Arnold MBE.

Hollie, who was born without a right forearm, became a household name in 2016 when she won gold at the Rio Paralympics, smashing the world record in the process. But things haven't always been plain sailing for Hollie.

We find out how Hollie coped when her mum was hospitalised with severe depression, why internet trolls turned on her when she shared her 'MBE' title on UK reality TV show 'I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here' and how sibling rivalry got her onto the athletics field in the first place.

If you or someone close to you is finding life difficult, don’t suffer in silence. Contact the Suicide Prevention Hotline or The Samaritans for support.

Hollie's '3am Questions':

Favourite book: Bridget Jones’s Diary by Helen Fielding

Favourite film: The Grinch (2000)

Favourite song: Rise Up by Andra Day

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Martin Blencowe Apr 30, 2021

In this episode we talk to Cameo app co-founder Martin Blencowe.

Martin’s story is sure to inspire you, although his journey to success was not smooth. We hear about his struggle with steroids as a teenage athlete in the UK, his pursuit of the American Dream in LA and how the Harry Potter films helped him through his father’s last weeks.

Cameo is an app that allows users to order personalised video messages from their favourite actors, singers and sportspeople. The app’s success did not happen overnight, however. We hear about Martin’s career struggles (he’s a self-confessed failed Olympic athlete, failed sports agent, and failed film producer) and find out why it’s so hard for him to sit back and enjoy his success.

Listen out for behind-the-scenes celebrity stories, and Martin’s favourite Cameo moment.

Martin’s ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - Lucky Man - Michael J. Fox

Favourite song - An Englishman in New York - Sting

Favourite film - The Harry Potter series and Terminator 2

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Nat Tena Apr 23, 2021

In this episode we talk to our brilliant friend Nat Tena, who you might know better as Nymphadora Tonks.

Nat landed her first film role aged sixteen, when she starred alongside Hugh Grant and Nicholas Hoult in About a Boy. Since then she’s been in many of our favourite films and TV shows, from Game of Thrones to The Mandalorian. When she’s not acting she’s singing and playing the accordion in gypsy ska band Molotov Jukebox.

We find out how smoking round the back of the bike sheds landed Nat her first film role, why she thought Dumbledore was a country and what bad habit has her scaring fellow hotel guests.

In 2020 Nat walked the 720km Camino De Santiago trail with her best friend to raise money for The Orchid Project, an amazing charity that is fighting to put an end to female genital cutting. To support the charity and find out more go to theorchidproject.org

Nat’s ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - The House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende

Favourite song - The Tracks of My Tears by Smokey Robinson

Favourite film - Strictly Ballroom

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Karamo Brown Apr 16, 2021

In this episode we talk to someone who makes us feel all warm and fuzzy inside. It’s Karamo Brown from Queer Eye!

Karamo is the culture expert on the Netflix show Queer Eye, and helps guests tackle emotional issues that have been holding them back, while his co-hosts Bobby, Tan, Jonathan and Antoni make-over the guests’ homes, style and culinary skills.

Karamo has a background in social work and moved into the spotlight in 2004 when he took part in MTV reality show The Real World: Philadelphia, becoming the first openly gay black man to be cast on a reality show.

We find out how Karamo’s bad school behaviour made him who he is today, why he wants to redefine the term ‘coming out’ and what made him face his fears and stop drawing in his hairline.

We know it can be difficult to be open about your sexuality when your community isn’t accepting of your LGBTQIA+ identity. If you need support, reach out.

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Karamo’s ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite books - The Harry Potter series

Favourite song - Let me Cater to You - Destiny’s Child

Favourite film - Clueless or Forrest Gump

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James and Oliver Phelps Apr 09, 2021

This episode is a little bit different. This season we’ve been asking an amazing selection of guests what the word ‘normal’ means to them but in this episode we’re putting ourselves in the hot seats, and interviewing each other.

Listen in to find out which one of us flashed airport security, what secrets we’re keeping from our parents and how we really feel about sharing a Wikipedia page.

We’ll also be answering lots of your questions, so prepare to learn more about us than ever before.

We want to hear from you. If you have a brilliant 'Did You Know?' fact, a question for us, a jingle you’ve written or a voice note you want to share, get in touch. We’ll choose a few messages and include them in the audio version of every podcast. You can tweet us your message using the hashtags #normalnotnormal and #didyouknow or email us at normalnotnormalpodcast@gmail.com

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Kelly Cates Apr 02, 2021

In this episode we talk to everyone’s favourite sports presenter, the brilliant Kelly Cates. Football is well and truly in Kelly’s DNA because her father Kenny Dalglish is a world-renowned football player and manager.

Kelly tells us about ditching a maths degree to work at Sky Sports, becoming one of the UK’s first female sports presenters and shares what it’s like to broadcast live from one end of the kitchen table while her daughters eat pasta at the other end.

In 2016 Kelly presented a moving documentary about the Hillsborough football stadium disaster. We recommend you have a listen to find out more and hear Kelly in action: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p03sf7ps

Kelly’s ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - Rachel’s Holiday by Marian Keyes

Favourite song - (Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher and Higher by Jackie Wilson

Favourite film - When Harry Met Sally and Bridesmaids

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Alfred Enoch Mar 26, 2021

In this episode we talk to our friend and fellow Hogwarts alumnus Alfred Enoch.

After playing Dean Thomas in the Harry Potter films Alfie went on to star in Shonda Rhimes’ hit show How to Get Away with Murder alongside the great Viola Davis.

We reminisce about our time winding each other up on set, find out how Alfie got the part of Dean Thomas even though he didn’t audition and learn why he faked his accent for a whole year.

Alfie’s ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - The Thomas Cromwell Trilogy by Hilary Mantel

Favourite song - Best of My Love by The Emotions

Favourite film - Corpus Christi (2019)

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Matt Hampson Mar 19, 2021

In this episode we talk to former rugby player and charity founder Matt Hampson.

At 21, Matt was a rising rugby star with a glittering future ahead of him. All that changed in March 2005 when a catastrophic training accident ended his career and turned his life upside down.

Now paralysed from the neck down, Matt has to use a ventilator twenty four hours a day, but he doesn't let that stop him living his best life.

We chat to Matt about the accident, learn what made him a 'nightmare child' and find out how Matt pulls the sympathy card to get the last chocolate bar.

In 2011 Matt founded the Matt Hampson Foundation, a charity which gives life-changing support to those with debilitating disabilities. In 2018 the charity opened the Get Busy Living Centre, a rehabilitation clinic where people can access physiotherapy and connect with others who have similar stories.

To find out more and donate to Matt's charity, go to www.matthampsonfoundation.org

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Matt’s 3am questions:

Favourite Book – Rainbow Warrior by Francois Pienaar

Favourite Film – The Shawshank Redemption

Favourite Song – Live Forever by Oasis

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Paula DuPré Pesmen Mar 12, 2021

In this episode we talk to our friend (and ex-boss) Paula DuPré Pesmen. As Associate Producer on the Harry Potter films Paula watched us grow up over the years and has plenty of behind-the-scenes tea to spill.

We reminisce about our first terrifying meeting, hear about a surprise Paul McCartney meeting at Abbey Road Studios and find out why we’ll always be ‘kids’ in Paula’s eyes.

During the filming of the Potter films, Paula’s world was turned upside down by family illness. It was this that inspired her to start the incredible charity There With Care, which supports families coping with critical illness.

Paula also supports The Liv Project, which is working to turn the tide on youth suicide. In this episode we play ‘The Game That Goes There’, a game developed by the project to encourage deeper conversations. To get your copy and support the charity, go to shopthelivproject.com

If you’re finding life difficult, don’t suffer in silence. Contact the Suicide Prevention Hotline or The Samaritans for support.

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Paula’s ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - Becoming by Michelle Obama

Favourite album - Songs in The Key of Life by Stevie Wonder

Favourite film - Casablanca

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Nadiya Hussain Mar 05, 2021

In this episode we talk to TV chef and author Nadiya Hussain MBE, winner of the UK’s Great British Bake Off 2015.

Nadiya became a national treasure overnight when her acceptance speech on the final of the Bake Off touched hearts all across the country:

'I'm never gonna put boundaries on myself ever again. I’m never gonna say I can’t do it. I’m never gonna say ‘maybe’. I’m never gonna say, ‘I don’t think I can.’ I can and I will.'

Since then, Nadiya has made several BBC TV series that have been released on Netflix, making her a household name all over the world. She has also written three cookbooks, a novel, a memoir and a children’s book about dealing with anxiety, something which is close to her heart.

In this episode Nadiya opens up about her anxiety ‘monster’, falling in love with baking in a no-bake home and how her parents keep her feet well and truly on the ground.

We’ll also be asking Nadiya the question on everyone’s mind: does pineapple belong on a pizza?

You can find out more about Nadiya’s latest projects here.

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Nadiya’s ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold

Favourite song - Accidentally in Love by Counting Crows

Favourite film - Gladiator and Fight Club

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James Haskell Feb 26, 2021

In this episode we talk to Harry Potter fan James Haskell. Oh, and he’s also an England rugby star, reality TV contestant and podcast host.

James Haskell had a glittering rugby career before retiring from the game in 2019, but whether you’re into rugby or not James is well worth your attention.

In this episode we find out what really happened behind the scenes of that controversial season of the UK’s reality TV show ‘I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here’, how seeing a sports psychologist changed the way James checks in on his friends’ mental health and why he’s training to be a digger driver at the age of 35.

James also shares what happened when he chose the Potter films for his Mastermind quiz subject, why the films remind him of his time at boarding school and what makes wizards and witches so darn cool.

James hosts three brilliant podcasts: What a Flanker, Couples Quarantine with his wife Chloe Madeley and The Good the Bad and the Rugby alongside Mike Tindall and Alex Payne.

James’ ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - The Harry Potter series and Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke

Favourite song - Tiny Dancer by Elton John

Favourite film - Ronin starring Robert De Niro

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Evanna Lynch part two Feb 19, 2021

This episode is part two of our conversation with our friend Evanna Lynch, who played Luna Lovegood in the Harry Potter films.

In this episode things get personal. We get honest about going to therapy, having our identities stolen online and how the Potter films changed our lives.

On a lighter note, we also talk about Evanna’s time on the USA’s Dancing with the Stars, our favourite Potter moments and our dream circus skills.

If you’re struggling with your mental health, please know you’re not alone. We hear you. Take a look at the Samaritans or Mind websites and reach out to family and friends. Help is out there.

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Evanna Lynch part one Feb 12, 2021

This episode is part one of our conversation with the brilliant Evanna Lynch, who you might know better as Luna Lovegood.

Growing up in rural Ireland, Evanna was a quiet, shy child who found comfort in the pages of Harry Potter. When she was chosen to play the role of Luna Lovegood, she felt like her dreams had come true, but the reality wasn’t always pygmy puffs and rainbows.

In this episode Evanna, a self-confessed Potter super-fan, opens up about finding it difficult to relax on set surrounded by her heroes, tells us how she offered to donate her salary to pay for a certain character’s funeral, and shares what it was like having a bodyguard at school.

Evanna supports many charities including Lumos and Veganuary. She also co-founded the cruelty-free beauty box Kinder Beauty.

Listen to Evanna’s podcast The Chickpeeps to learn about her journey into veganism.

Listen to our next episode for part two!

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Cameron Jordan Feb 04, 2021

In this special Super Bowl episode we talk to the NFL Pro Bowl star Cameron Jordan.

Cameron followed in his father’s footsteps when he became one of America’s greatest football players. Since joining the New Orleans Saints he’s used his influence to raise hundreds of thousands of pounds for charity.

Find out why Cameron hates watching the Super Bowl, how he’s helping to rebuild New Orleans, and, of course, which position he would play on the Quidditch pitch.

We also share your Super Bowl traditions - from weird superstitions to feasts that would put the Hogwarts’ Great Hall to shame.

Find out more about Cameron’s charity work and foundation God Iz Love here.

Cameron’s ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite books - The White Dragon by Anne McCaffrey and the Harry Potter series

Favourite songs - Push It by O.T. Genasis, Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag by James Brown and Avenge Sevenfold

Favourite films - The Lion King, Hitch, Anchorman and Talladega Nights

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Severn Cullis-Suzuki Jan 29, 2021

In this episode we talk to ‘the girl who silenced the world for five minutes’, Severn Cullis-Suzuki.

At just twelve years old Severn stunned the 1992 UN Earth Summit with a passionate speech about the growing environmental crisis.

Known as ‘yesterday’s Greta Thunberg’, Severn didn’t pull any punches in her criticism of the world leaders present.

Now that more than thirty years have passed we ask Severn how her life has been shaped by those five minutes.

We discuss how our childhood choices can influence our whole lives (hey Harry Potter!), how ‘warrior’ Greta is picking up the eco baton despite the trolls, and how Severn almost gave birth in front of a film crew, all thanks to her dad!

You can find out more about Severn’s advocacy work and activism here.

Clips of Severn’s speech were taken from the ‘We Canada’ YouTube page with thanks. Watch the whole thing here

Severn’s ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite song - The Haida Gwaii 'Greeting the Day Song’. Learn more about Haida Gwaii culture and music here.

Favourite film - Dances with Wolves

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Tom Hopper Jan 22, 2021

In this episode we talk to Umbrella Academy actor Tom Hopper.

Tom has appeared in all our favourite shows, from Game of Thrones to Merlin and Black Sails. He’s known for being 6 foot 5, ripped, and the nicest man in show business.

We find out how Arnold Schwarzenegger inspired Tom to rebel against his drama teachers, how his son’s autism diagnosis changed his definition of ‘normal’ and just how much of his huge Umbrella Academy character is prosthetic.

Tom and his wife Laura have shared their experiences of adjusting to life with their son Freddie’s autism diagnosis on their YouTube channel The Hopper Family:

He also co-hosts the brilliant Earth Locker podcast with Umbrella Academy co-star Robert Sheehan and TV producer Byron Knight. Have a listen here.

Tom’s ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - Genius Foods by Max Lugevere

Favourite song - Love in an Elevator by Aerosmith

Favourite film - Back to the Future II

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Mercedes Varnado aka Sasha Banks Jan 15, 2021

In this episode we talk to WWE pro-wrestler Mercedes Varnado, aka Sasha Banks.

Mercedes was named Sports Illustrated’'s top Superstar of 2020, and she’s just as impressive outside the ring. Check out the hit Star Wars series The Mandalorian onDisney Plus to see Mercedes making her acting debut as Koska Reeves.

As a child, Mercedes was ‘extremely shy’ with ‘no friends’. We find out what it took for her to harness her fear and become one of WWE’s most confident wrestlers.

We ask what her mum thinks about her life in the ring, hear how she almost missed the phone call of her career and learn why growing up with an autistic brother taught her to see the world differently.

Whether you’re already into wrestling or not, Mercedes can teach us all a thing or two about following our dreams.

Mercedes' ‘3am Questions’:

Favourite book - The Alchemist by Paul Coelho

Favourite song - Alright by Kendrick Lamar

Favourite film - Oldboy

Mercedes and her husband, WWE costume designer Sarath Ton, support the Soles 4 Souls charity, which aims to provide every homeless child in the USA with a new pair of shoes. You can donate or find out more at:

https://soles4souls.org/

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Katie Leung Jan 08, 2021

In this episode we talk to our old friend Katie Leung. At the age of seventeen Katie joined the Harry Potter cast for the fourth film, The Goblet of Fire, as Harry’s love interest, Cho Chang.

We ask her what it was like to have the nation’s attention as she gave Harry his first kiss, how she dealt with the paparazzi on her doorstep and we reminisce about some memorable nights out at a black metal bar in Switzerland.

Since Harry Potter, Katie has appeared in a series of brilliant films and TV dramas alongside legends like Jackie Chan, Hugh Laurie and Pierce Brosnan. She is also a phenomenal photographer and a passionate trans and womxn’s rights activist.

Katie is an ambassador for the My Body Back Project, which supports victims in the aftermath of rape and sexual assault. You can donate or find out more at:

http://www.mybodybackproject.com/

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Mara Wilson Jan 01, 2021

Few people know more about growing up in the limelight than our first guest, Mara Wilson.

Mara starred in the ‘90s blockbusters Mrs Doubtfire, Miracle on 34th Street and Matilda... all before the age of ten.

But when you’ve grown up meeting the Queen and going to parties at Danny DeVito’s house, is it possible to have a ‘normal’ adult life?

Find out how Mara’s parents kept her grounded, how she coped with OCD after the loss of her mother and which Harry Potter actor Mara swears is her double.

In this episode we discuss mental health struggles. There’s no shame in asking for help.

Mara supports these charities:

The International OCD Foundation https://iocdf.org/

Okay to Say https://www.okaytosay.org/

Project UROK https://projecturok.org/

Girls Write Now https://www.girlswritenow.org

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Season Highlights Jul 24, 2020

In todays last episode of the season we pick out some highlights from all of our guests. Johanna Konta, Haley Joel Osment, Bonnie Wright, Luke Youngblood, James Taylor, Tom Felton, Ben Nealon, Keri-anne Payne and Mark Foster.

A HUGE thank you for supporting our second season. x

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Keri-Anne Payne Jul 17, 2020

This week we are chatting with 2 time open world swimming champion Keri-Anne Payne.

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Mark Foster Jul 10, 2020

This week we are chatting with one of Britians greatest ever swimmers Mark Foster. In his carrer Mark broke 8 world records as well as winning British, Commonwealth and World Championships. A five time olympian who got to carry the Union Jack into the 2008 Beijing Olympics we had a great time talking. Enjoy!

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Ben Nealon Jun 27, 2020

This week we talk to theatre actor Ben Nealon about times on the road in different theatres in different plays. His time in India - filming a oscar nominated film *which is also regarded as one of the best sports films of all time* and the charity he helped set up in 1998 which is doing vital work in Africa www.pumpaid.org

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Oliver and James Jun 19, 2020

This week we answer some more of your great questions. With the odd rant in there also....

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James Taylor Jun 12, 2020

This week we hear the Inspirational story of a former England cricketer who had his career instantly ended due to lifechanging undiagnosed heart condition.

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Tom Felton May 29, 2020

This week we are joined by our fellow HP actor & all around great guy Tom Felton.

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Luke Youngblood May 22, 2020

We sit down and talk to Luke Youngblood - one of our best friends from the first Harry Potter film. We talk about his current road trip, voice over work, acting, fashion design and way way more.

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Oliver and James May 15, 2020

This weeks Double trouble is with Oliver and James talking about the great response from last week, promotional tour stories, answering questions and revealing next weeks guest!!!

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Bonnie Wright May 07, 2020

Double trouble S2 e3 with a fellow Weasley - our "little sis" Bonnie Wright. We all first met on a train station platform at Kings Cross station & have kept in touch ever since. We talk about filming, Bons environmental work & even learn some literature from Ralph Waldo Emerson.

Its our longest podcast yet (and thats with trimming 25mins off it already!!!) So enjoy folks.

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