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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Dec 1, 2023 · 50 min
Jason Fox on Being a Hippie, Battling Mental Health and SAS: Who Dares Wins
Joining us today is ex-special forces soldier and star of the acclaimed show SAS: Who Dares Wins – it's the incredible Jason Fox. He joins Kate to chart his exhilarating journey, starting from his decision to join the military at the young age of 16. We find out more about his remarkable ascent through the ranks of the armed forces, spanning two impactful decades, until his unfortunate discharge due to PTSD. But Jason's story doesn’t stop there. Post-military life was challenging. Returning to civilian life, he had to learn the skills the military never taught him – skills like learning to look after sick children, or arguing with your partner, or what to do when your car breaks down. It’s a story of turning his life around and ultimately securing the starring role in the hit TV show, SAS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 28, 2023 · 31 min
Something from the Cellar: Hannah Waddingham's Home for Christmas
On this week’s trip to our famous WWQT cellar, we’re celebrating the phenomenal Hannah Waddingham! In honour of her new Christmas special, Home for Christmas, we’re revisiting some conversations with a few of her most cherished industry friends! First up is Hollywood favourite, Luke Evans, who just so happened to make a surprise musical appearance in the special! He tells us what it was like first establishing himself in the industry after leaving home at just 16 and the jobs that got him by. Elsewhere, the hilarious and unapologetic Ellie Taylor talks to us about co-starring in Ted Lasso with Hannah as well as the success of her brutally honest bestselling memoir on motherhood. We also have the wonderful Emma Barton, who’s been best friends with Hannah for over 20 years after they met in their respective West End debuts. You can listen back to these episodes in full right here: Luke Evans, Ellie Taylor & Emma Barton.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!***Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 24, 2023 · 58 min
Dan Walker on having an out-of-body experience, Strictly, and why we all need to be kinder
On today’s episode, we’re joined by a very familiar face. He's the renowned news and sports anchor formerly from BBC Breakfast and now Channel 5's early evening news show: it’s Dan Walker! Fresh from the release of his new book, “Standing on the Shoulders,” where he explores the stories of extraordinary individuals making a difference in their communities, Dan sits down to share personal anecdotes about the remarkable people who have left a mark on his life. From Des Lynam’s sage career advice in Dan's formative years, to the transformative impact of his Strictly dance partner – Nadiya Bychkova – and the unwavering support of Richard Hughes during a challenging moment in a Polish hospital. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 21, 2023 · 29 min
Something from the Cellar: I'm A Celeb... Legends
On this week's dive into the WWQT cellar, we are honouring some jungle legends that have come before! Former King and Queen, Joe Swash and Stacey Soloman, tell us all about how they found love while working on I’m A Celeb and their life as a blended family with six kids. We also hear how 2020 campmate Vernon Kay pulled out his thermals for the freezing Welsh climate – and we hear from Georgia Toffolo, the reality star turned jungle queen turned published author, about her time on the show and the unexpected friendship she left with! You can listen back to these episodes in full right here: Joe Swash and Stacey Soloman, Vernon Kay & Georgia Toffolo ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 17, 2023 · 1 hr 1 min
Adrian Chiles on ADD Diagnosis, Mindful Drinking, and Finding Faith
Joining us today is a man who has graced our television screens and radios for nearly three decades. In fact, in 2008, he was officially crowned the most-watched man on UK television, seen by 1 billion viewers. It’s Adrian Chiles! We map out his life from – as Adrian puts it – being successful, to famous and successful, to - in many people’s minds - just successful, and the toll that he says it has put on him mentally. We also chat about his move towards mindful drinking and his journey to lower his alcohol intake. For more on mindful drinking, Adrian’s new book, ‘The Good Drinker: How I Learned to Love Drinking Less,’ is out now! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 14, 2023 · 30 min
Something from the Cellar: This year's I'm A Celeb... contestants
I'm A Celebrity... is back this week! So for this week's journey into the WWQT cellar, we're here with all you need to know about three of this year's Jungle-bound campmates. Fred Sirieix talks to us about what lessons he's drawn from his years as everyone's maître d', while Josie Gibson talks us through a hugely difficult period in her life that she shared with Malin Andersson. Plus, we hear about the true realities of modern-day social media romance from restaurant critic powerhouse, Grace Dent! You can listen back to these episodes in full right here: Fred Sirieix, Josie Gibson and Grace Dent ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 10, 2023 · 57 min
Rick Stein on Travelling, Opening a Nightclub and Losing His Father
Joining us today is one of our best-loved and best-known chefs who's been running restaurants for over 40 years now! He's the author of countless recipe books and he's back again with a brand new book called “Simple Suppers.” It’s Rick Stein! He dials in from Newcastle fresh from his book launch to chat about his long and interesting life: from travelling the world at 18, to opening his first restaurant, to his first moments on TV, and how he has the police to thank for his career after they shut down his nightclub! We also discuss his ultimate dream chef’s table and who would be there. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 7, 2023 · 30 min
Something from the Cellar: Chefs
On today’s dive into the WWQT cellar, we’ve got a little amuse-bouche to whet your appetite ahead of Friday’s episode featuring legendary chef Rick Stein. We’re looking back at previous chefs who have graced the show! Actress, cook, and best-selling author Fay Ripley describes her dream dinner party and opens up about a real-life dinner party nightmare when an A-list guest came for dinner! Plus, businesswoman, chef, and Bake-Off judge Dame Prue Leith reflects on her incredibly diverse career, which includes earning a Michelin star and being awarded Businesswoman of the Year. We also hear from the celebrated restaurateur, TV chef, and now podcaster Simon Rimmer, who discusses why food should always make you feel sexy! We featured Fay Ripley, Dame Prue Leith and Simon Rimmer. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 3, 2023 · 1 hr
Gareth Malone on connecting through music, handling public expectations, and spontaneous decisions
Joining us today is perhaps the most famous choirmaster in Britain, on the cusp of a nationwide tour designed to get even the most cautious of singers up on their feet: it’s Gareth Malone! He dials in from his rehearsal studio for a chat about how music runs through the very fabric of his existence and how it’s been a tool for celebration, reflection and healing across his life. We also speak about how he inadvertently became the country’s music teacher during Lockdown - and we can’t resist rolling out the piano to play a few of Kate’s favourites! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 31, 2023 · 27 min
Something from the Cellar: Doctors
On today’s dive through the WWQT cellar, we’re taking a look back at previous medical maestros who have graced the show, with hilarious tales and poignant reminders aplenty. Author and comedian Adam Kay talks about the realities of working in the NHS and how much support it truly needs, while doctor turned comedian Paul Sinha reflects on how his drastic career change came to be. We also hear from the celebrated Dr Alex George, who speaks about how important it is to be fearless and take the road less travelled. You can listen to today's episodes in full here! We featured Dr. Alex George, Adam Kay and Paul Sinha. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 27, 2023 · 1 hr 16 min
The Menopause - and what's next | Feat. Tamzin Outhwaite and Dr. Lydia Robertson [Live from Acast HQ]
To round off Menopause Awareness Month, join us for a very special episode of WWQT recorded in front of a live audience at Acast's offices in London! Kate is joined by two people who are helping women at all stages of their menopause journey with treatment, support and advice. Dr Lydia Robertson is a GP and Menopause Specialist, who works alongside Dr Naomi Potter at the Menopause Care clinic, while renowned actress Tamzin Outhwaite has set up a charity dedicated to providing alternative menopause treatment to those who need it the most. They chat about various treatments and therapies out there, how to navigate the issue with your own GP and some of the mental hurdles so many women face at this challenging stage in their lives. Check out Tamzin's amazing charity here. You can also find out more about Dr Lydia's incredible work at Menopause Care here! Dr Naomi Potter's award-winning book 'Menopausing' is available here, and grab a copy of Lisa Snowdon's amazing book 'Just Getting Started' here. Other useful links: Menopause Support - Getting the most out of your Doctors appointment Menopause Care's Symptom Checklist British Menopause Society Resources & Toolkit Women's Health Concern - Factsheets and other helpful resources Menopause Support British Menopause Society The NHS ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 24, 2023 · 43 min
Bridging the age gap on Menopause Awareness
Today marks episode two of our three-part special to celebrate Menopause Awareness Month! After last week’s show with the wonderful Dr. Naomi Potter and Lisa Snowden, we’ve got something a little different to our usual midweek throwback from the cellar as we continue to shine a light on menopause. In this episode, we’re delighted to welcome back leading menopause expert Dr. Naomi Potter and introduce two members of the White Wine Question Time team! The once-muted conversation around menopause is blossoming into an open dialogue, so we wanted to introduce the voices of women in their 20s to bridge the generational gap and address the questions that really pique their curiosity. Stay tuned for our third and final episode on Friday, where we’ll be bringing together more brilliant women to talk about menopause in front of a live audience! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 20, 2023 · 1 hr 11 min
HRH Princess Eugenie on motherhood, inspirational women, and fighting to end modern slavery
Joining us today is a loving mother, sister and wife whose passion for art has fuelled a hugely successful career on both sides of the Atlantic. She also happens to be eleventh in line to the throne. We’re delighted to welcome to White Wine Question Time HRH Princess Eugenie! Princess Eugenie dials in for a chat about the return of her podcast, ‘Floodlight’, which highlights the fight against modern slavery through conversations with activists, lawmakers and survivors. She also discusses her incredible relationship with the late Queen, her Grandmother, what life was like growing up as a member of arguably the most famous family on the planet and kindly scrolls through her Instagram with us, offering up the stories behind the pictures she has shared with the world. Our thanks to HRH Princess Eugenie for joining us. You can listen to her podcast ‘Floodlight’ right here! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 18, 2023 · 53 min
World Menopause Day with Lisa Snowdon & Dr. Naomi Potter
It’s World Menopause Day, and to help raise awareness, we’ve decided to do things a little bit differently by dropping three special edition episodes over the course of this month, to mark Menopause Awareness Month. For this special episode, Kate called upon two women who have been her life-raft. Lisa Snowdon, who has had to endure it herself and has helped calm the stormy seas of peri-menopause with her friendly shoulder to lean on, and Lisa’s doctor, Dr Naomi Potter, a leading menopause expert who eventually became Kate’s doctor too. Expect a frank and honest discussion on peri-menopause, menopause, HRT and so much more! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 17, 2023 · 3 min
A message about this week’s schedule
It’s Menopause Awareness Month, and to celebrate, we’ve deviated from our usual format to bring you some very special content. Keep your eyes peeled over the next couple of weeks for episodes dropping into your feed. Tomorrow marks World Menopause Day, prompting a slight shift in our schedule and so we’re releasing a special episode tomorrow instead of our usual Tuesday drop. But fear not! Here’s a sneak peek of the upcoming episode featuring two incredibly special people, Lisa Snowden and my Menopause doctor, Dr Naomi Potter. See you tomorrow! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 13, 2023 · 1 hr 5 min
Sara Davies on creating a million pound business in her bedroom, imposter syndrome on Dragon’s Den and marrying her school sweetheart
Joining us today is an inspiring entrepreneur who started her £37 million business in her university bedroom. By the time she graduated, she was already turning over half a million pounds. Now, she’s earned the title of the youngest-ever female investor on Dragon’s Den. It’s the incredible Sara Davies. She joins Kate to tell us just how she managed to balance her business and her degree and the extraordinary journey that led to her success. From a pivotal moment during a work experience placement in a local craft company, to the creation of her groundbreaking product - The Enveloper - Sara reveals the secrets to her success, all with a little help from her husband Simon and her meteoric rise in the world of shopping TV. Sara's brilliant new book, 'Craft Your Year' is available 19th October 2023. Pre-order here! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 10, 2023 · 22 min
Something from the Cellar: Big Brother
With the return of Big Brother this week, we thought we'd wander down into the WWQT cellar and pick out some of our favourite clips from previous contestants who have joined us on the show - and there are some crackers! Two-time winner Brian Dowling tells us about how his entire life changed over his nine-week stint, while Kate Lawler discussed how her DJ and broadcasting career spawned out of her own seismic moment in pop culture. The show didn't seem to affect Carol McGiffin so much though, who remembered it as the easiest job ever! You can listen to these episodes in full here: Brian Dowling, Kate Lawler and Carol McGiffin & Lisa Maxwell ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 6, 2023 · 1 hr 2 min
Simon Reeve on his most spectacular adventures, taking things one step at a time, and seeing ‘us’ rather than ‘them’
Joining us today is a masterful filmmaker and intrepid adventurer who has ventured through more than 130 countries, bringing us thoughtful travel documentaries on the BBC. It’s the extraordinary Simon Reeve! He joins Kate to chart what’s been a rollercoaster ride of a life and career. From finding himself on the infamous Sunday Times investigations desk after a troubled childhood, to becoming a New York Times bestseller and real-life adventurer, Simon shares the heart-stopping moments, the important people, and the incredible places that have defined his journey. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 3, 2023 · 47 min
Something from the Ballroom: Zara McDermott
For the final episode of our Something from the Ballroom miniseries, we’re taking you back to our conversation with someone who’s lighting up the Strictly dance floor as we speak: it’s broadcaster Zara McDermott! She chats about her journey from working in government to Love Island and now her documentary work, during which she’s sometimes been typecast as just another reality TV star - which isn’t the case at all. Plus, they compare notes on TV presenting and despair at the trials and tribulations of living with a certain Sam Thompson! ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 29, 2023 · 1 hr 8 min
Beverley Knight on working with Prince, winning an Olivier Award, and building a legacy
Joining us today is a world-renowned singer, actor and performer who’s not just one show - she’s a show business. It’s the wonderful Beverley Knight! She joins Kate to talk about some of the people and places that have shaped her life and career. It’s quite the collection: she’s been helped along the way by the likes of Prince and David Bowie; put on such a spectacular show that Stevie Wonder joined her onstage from the audience; and, after selling out the Royal Albert Hall on tour, returned there this year to pick up an Olivier Award for her performance in Sylvia! And she’s achieved it all with her signature mix of work ethic and humility. ***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.