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White Wine Question Time

Kate Thornton

Kate Thornton's White Wine Question Time is the podcast that brings together well-known friends, three glasses of wine and three thought-provoking questions. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before.

Join us weekly for something new, or feel free to dive into our cellar of over 450 incredible episodes - all as enjoyable and relevant to listen to now as when they were first recorded.

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October 22 · 43 min
NEW EPISODE: White Wine Legend Oz Clarke
Without Oz Clarke there might not be a White Wine Question Time. Is possible we'd have called this podcast Gin & Tonic Question Time (Coming soon to a podcast platform near you!) It's absolutely fair to say that Oz, alongside Jilly Goolden, changed the we we drink. But wine tasting was a skill and hobby he'd developed at Oxford University and he was well on his way to becoming a West End Star when opportunity knocked on the 80s TV show 'Food & Drink' thanks to the television brain of Peter Bazelgette (who later went on to turn Big Brother into an enormous hit). This is a fascinating story, told by one of the great story-tellers. If EVER there was an episode to listen to with a glass of white wine THIS IS IT! Oz's new book A Vine is a Wild Thing is out now! Cheers, xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 14 · 44 min
NEW EPISODE: Sir Derek Jacobi
We're adding another national treasure to the White Wine Question Time collection - Sir Derek Jacobi. Ahead of his two-man show (he'll be sharing the stage with his husband of 48 years Richard Clifford) we caught up with the pair to talk about Derek's 60+ year career as an actor, their relationship, and the wonderful cast who've helped Derk on his incredible journey from the East End of London to some of the world's greatest stages. But there's one role he is still desperate to land... and it's quite the surprise! It's a fabulous chat - and if you'd like longer with Derek and Richard you can get tickets for their show here Cheers! xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 8 · 48 min
NEW EPISODE: Jake Humphrey
By any measure Jake Humphrey is a High Performer - whether it's his highly accomplished career as a TV presenter, the TV Production company (Whisper) he co-owns with a turnover of £100m+, or the collection of podcasts under the 'High Performance' umbrella. But his story is much more fascinating than most media moguls. Several times he's walked away from the top tier jobs most presenters dream of to spend more quality time with his family. It's only when you chat to Jake that you get a real understanding of the man behind those decisions, who loves to take risks, but seems to win every time. It's a really lovely chat - with an extra special surprise at the end. Cheers! xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 1 · 46 min
NEW EPISODE: Billy Monger
How can you NOT be inspired by Billy Monger. In his new book Billy is encouraging young people to find their drive, to challenge themselves and maximise their potential. All from a young man who became a double-amputee just before his 18th birthday, but thanks to his own incredible drive, as well as the love and support of those around was quickly back in a single-seater (he actually got his race licence back just ELEVEN weeks after the accident). His honesty about his accident and his incredible passion for life and adventure are infectious - you absolutely cannot listen to this interview and not feel a new lease of life. Let us know what think - follow us on social media @WhiteWine_QuestionTime or email us hello@whitewinepod.com Cheers! xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 24 · 44 min
NEW EPISODE: Rev. Richard Coles
What a joy it is to have Reverend Richard Coles back on the podcast. His new book (a novella!) A Carol and a Killing is out now In this chat we talk about his extraordinarily high testosterone count, swearing at bus drivers and getting a dog. None of these were on our list of questions at the start of the conversation. Is that always the best way! Cheers, xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 17 · 45 min
NEW EPISODE: Best Selling Author Jodi Picoult
We're back! And back with a bang. My Sister's Keeper Small Great Things The Pact Nineteen Minutes These are just some of the massive best-sellers written by my guest in this episode, Jodi Picoult. If you haven't read her books - just consider this; In 2017 Jodi was named in the Top 10 Harvard alumni shaping the world. Some of the other names on the list... Jeff Bezos, Michelle Obama, Eric Schmidt (Then Google's CEO) and Robert Mueller (Director of the FBI). Her books fly off the shelves around the globe - she's sold over 60million copies of her novels. You can order her latest book Hollow Bones here And she's one of my favourite authors. I hope you enjoy this conversation - it's GREAT to be back. Cheers, xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 10 · 1 min
Have you missed us? WWQT Returns...
How was your summer? Big news from WWQT - Kate has a dog - and he's called George Michael. We're so excited about this next run of conversations. We're already making plans for this autumn/winter which includes a massive landmark - our 500th episode. We're back on Thursday 17th September. See you then. Cheers. x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 1 · 29 min
#500 EPISODES: Amanda Holden, Angela Griffin & Nicola Stephenson (Ep#3)
We've rewound all the way back to the beginning this week - and the first month of the podcast. The original billing read: "Kate Thornton poses three questions to three well-known faces over three glasses of wine. On this episode: Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden, The Worst Witch star Nicola Stephenson and The Detail lead Angela Griffin" We will be BACK with brand new episodes after our summer break in a couple of weeks - watch out for that we're already lining-up some fabulous guests and planning something big for our 500th episode in early October. Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 25 · 32 min
#500 EPISODES: Carol McGiffin & Lisa Maxwell (Ep#6)
What's that you want one of the very first shows? How about episode 6 featuring Loose Women's Carol McGiffin & Lisa Maxwell. We're not joking there's a whole section about how to use the new technology of 'the internet' It's not long now until we return with brand new episodes - so if you haven't already make sure you 'follow' this pod to get the latest episodes downloaded automatically for free. Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 18 · 44 min
#500 EPISODES: Lemn Sissay & Lisa Faulkner
This is one of most beautiful and most emotional episodes we've ever made. It's actually from later in the first year of the podcast (October 2019) but we really wanted to play it again for you - here's how we described it at the time. Original billing for this episode: In one of our favourite episodes ever, Kate Thornton is joined by poet Lemn Sissay and actress Lisa Faulkner for a no-holds-barred discussion of foster care and adoption in the UK. Lemn and Lisa come from two vastly different experiences: Lemn was taken from his unwed mother and placed with a foster family who turned him out of their home when he was 12; Lisa adopted her daughter in 2006, and counts it as the best decision of her life. Listen for a moving lesson in love and belonging. We're working on new episodes of the podcast - and we'll be back with some more fabulous guests at the end of the summer. Cheers! x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 11 · 41 min
#500 EPISODES: Lisa Stansfield & Friends (Ep#12)
Another trip down memory lane as we spend the Summer reliving some of our earliest episodes. The original billing of this episode read: Join Kate Thornton as she poses three questions to three well-known friends over three glasses of wine. On this episode, we’re joined by pop icon Lisa Stansfield (All Around The World). She has brought along her manager-turned-mate Rachel George, and barber-turned-bestie Lisa Eastwood for a discussion around friendship, feminism and IVF. So settle in and enjoy 40minutes (and maybe a glass of wine or two) in the company of a legend. Cheers, x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 6 · 47 min
#500 EPISODES: Josie Gibson & Malin Andersson (Ep#18)
Welcome back to White Wine Question Time - and our summer of reflection. It's a while since we've listened to some of these episodes - and today's comes from friends Josie Gibson & Malin Andersson. We say friends - but their friendship had played out entirely through social media - what you're about to hear is actually the first time they'd met. When Malin lost her baby aged just one-month-old Josie took it upon herself to gather messages of support and kept Malin in a constant supply of videos. It's an act of kindness that sums up their supportive friendship. As you can imagine - some sections of this conversation were quite raw, and we discuss infant death, suicidal thoughts and and other potentially disturbing topics. But there is also light to balance the shade - and plenty of it - the final words of this episode might just be the best words ever spoken on the podcast. And bear in mind that this pod was recorded in 2018... there's one moment where Josie refers to social media as having been through its dark period and is getting generally more positive. We even predict that 'influencers' won't be a thing in five years time. Well... we can't always be right. Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
August 4 · 46 min
#500 EPISODES: Tamzin Outhwaite, Louie Spence & Lucy Alexander (#Ep7)
Ready for another deep cut? With our 500th episode fast approaching we're rewinding back to the very origins of the podcast - and today we've hit episode SEVEN. It's a good one - with three people who first met at drama college and have been friends ever since. This is how the episode was originally described: Join Kate Thornton as she poses three questions to three well-known friends over three glasses of wine. On this episode: Homes Under the Hammer alum Lucy Alexander joins Eastenders star and actress Tamzin Outhwaite and Pineapple Dance Studios star, Louie Spence. They discuss their shared history at drama school in the 80s, memorable auditions and their personal experiences with anxiety and panic attacks. Cheers! xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 30 · 36 min
#500 EPISODES: Denise Welsh & friends (Ep #4)
Content warning: There is lots of honest discussion about mental health and mental illness is this episode - it's all first hand experience, but it might be a difficult listen for some. Another DEEP dive into the archive as we prepare for our 500th episode. Corrie veteran Denise Welch, No Limits original Jenny Powell, and Holby City star Angela Lonsdale talk sobriety, mental health, and romance. Denise is ALWAYS one of our favourite guests - and she's been around since ALMOST the first episode - this was her debut on the pod, but we're pretty sure she holds the record for the most appearances - and rightly so she is a FAB-U-LOUS woman. Hopefully MANY more Denise episodes to come in the next 500 conversations. Cheers, x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 28 · 42 min
#500 EPISODES: Keith Lemon, Joe Swash & Chris Moyles (#Ep 8)
Welcome to White Wine Question Time - and we're heading DEEP into the archive this Summer to revisit some of our very first episodes. Before we tell you about today's - we should mention it's DEFINITELY one for the adults only - this isn't an episode for a family car journey down to the coast! Because this was our first all-male episode - and the men in question were Keith Lemon (Leigh Francis), Joe Swash and Chris Moyles. We cover porn, women and Christmas lesbians. We did warn you. Most of the episode sounds like it was recorded yesterday - and then Joe says 'Stacey offers to pay with Apple Pay - which is only accepted in about 30% of shops' Sometimes it's the tiny details that anchor these episodes in space and time. So let's take a trip back to 2018 and episode 8 of White Wine Question Time. Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 23 · 37 min
#500 EPISODES: All Saints (Ep#5)
We're fast approaching episode #500 so we're revisiting some of the very first episodes of White Wine Question Time. Next stop on our trip down memory lane is Episode #4 from February 2018 featuring three of All Saints - Nic Appleton, Mel Blatt and Shaznay Lewis We're listening to all of our original episodes at the moment and choosing the best ones to play for you - so if you have a favourite let us know! As you can hear the show has changed a lot over 500 episodes - but we'll be back with new guests, and maybe some more changes after the Summer. Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 21 · 43 min
#500 EPISODES: Ep#1 Revisited
Welcome to White Wine Question Time - the podcast that these days asks its guests three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine. BUT that wasn't always the case. Originally this podcast was conceived as three guests, and three BOTTLES of wine in every episode. So as we approach our 500th episode we thought it would be a good idea to go back to where it all began and pick out some of our favourite episodes from those early days. And they don't come any earlier than this episode... the OG, numero uno, the origin. Episode #1 - with Angela Griffin, Lisa Faulkner and Heidi Partakis (Range) It's actually extraordinary listening back to this episode that it could have been recorded last week, but in fact this was 2018 - FIVE Prime Ministers ago! We'll be back with something new at the end of the summer, but until then I hope you enjoy this trip down memory lane. Cheers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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July 16 · 45 min
NEW EPISODE: Natalie Cassidy on Hun Status and Life-Changing Calls
Natalie Cassidy is having a moment - last month she appeared on stage at The Mighty Hoopla in a wedding dress playing the trumpet - a nod to her many years as Sonia Fowler in EastEnders. Her status as one of the younger huns is surely undeniable and she's now playing a leading role in Ricky Gervais' new animated project. Natalie's always honest, and in this chat she opens up about the people who've helped her on her way, and what the future holds. Alley Cats is an adult animated comedy created by Ricky Gervais, premiering on Netflix on August 7, 2026 Cheers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
July 13 · 58 min
Sam Neill - A Reflection on a Life Well Lived
It was with great sadness that we heard the news on Monday that Sam Neill had died at the age of 78. Sam was a guest on White Wine Question Time last year - and so this week we're bringing you that conversation. He was full of enthusiasm, and such a great storyteller. We'll be pouring a glass and watching some Sam classics this weekend, and I hope you will be too. Rest in Peace Sam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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July 9 · 48 min
NEW EPISODE: Fern Britton on empty nesting, Rivals and missed opportunites
In the 8+ years of this pod we haven't invited many guests back for a second appearance - but we knew we had to make an exception for Fern Britton. Small screen royalty Fern is a TV pioneer and a woman we can ALL learn from. Now living in Cornwall, writing her incredibly successful novels and back on our screens with 'Inside the Vets' on ITV she shares her knowledge on coping with children leaving home, how to live without regret and how to deal with unwanted approaches in a restaurant (you'll want to hear this one!) She's always good company so I hope you enjoy this episode. Cheers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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