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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May 5, 2023 · 54 min
Dame Prue Leith on on chasing every success, re-finding love after loss, and ageing energetically
Today’s guest has a CV longer than some celebrated novels: businesswoman, chef, entrepreneur, TV personality, author and the host of what’s just been the hottest show ticket in town. It’s Dame Prue Leith! We explore her theory of ‘revolutions’, where she believes everyone should reinvent themselves every 25 years. She also reminisces about her various business ventures - in food and elsewhere, her 13-year affair with Rayne Kruger and re-finding love as an older widow. ***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.
May 2, 2023 · 29 min
Something From The Cellar: Sliding Doors moments
Have you ever wondered how celebrities actually get their big break? Well, for our guests on today's archive special, some scarcely believable sliding doors moments have helped them no end! Vernon Kay was spotted by a modelling agency at The Clothes Show in Birmingham - while wandering around half-cut - while Lisa Snowden dancing in a nightclub proved pivotal for her career. We also hear the inside story from Reverend Kate Bottley about how her infamous wedding dance catapulted her around the world! You can listen to these episodes in full here: Vernon Kay, Rev. Kate Bottley and Lisa Snowdon. ***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.
Apr 28, 2023 · 59 min
Ian ‘H’ Watkins on Steps’ continued success, the joys & challenges of single parenthood, and launching his art career!
After previously appearing on the show with his Steps bandmates, Ian ‘H’ Watkins joins Kate solo for another hilarious and uplifting chinwag! He talks us through his newfound career as an artist as he takes in the beautiful surroundings of his native Wales. They also share stories about helping each other through single parenthood and the importance of people being their authentic selves. ***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.
Apr 25, 2023 · 24 min
Something from the Cellar: Stage School
Today’s selection of clips from our back catalogue focus on the importance of stage schools in so many of our past guests’ careers. We hear about the different fortunes of pupils from various prestigious schools, including Giovanna Fletcher who secured a place at Sylvia Young Theatre School without ever even having a professional audition! Elsewhere, Dani Behr remembers bouncing from one opportunity to the next after she graduated, while Daisy May Cooper once debated taking a job in a Christmas grotto when her early career plans didn’t pan out - but her relentless grit eventually prevailed. You can listen to these episodes in full here: Dani Behr, Daisy May Cooper and Giovanna Fletcher ***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.
Apr 21, 2023 · 54 min
Bonnie Langford on her illustrious career, learning from failure, and standing up for yourself
There aren’t many actors across stage and screen who have had a career like Bonnie Langford. Across five decades, she has cemented herself as a certified national treasure - even if she’s far too humble to admit such a thing! She sits down with Kate to discuss the highlights from her storied career, the renewed need to relieve the pressure and enjoy her work and how sometimes you’ve just got to get a little bit angry. Enjoy! ***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.
Apr 18, 2023 · 26 min
Something from the Cellar: Women
Join us for another Something from the Cellar, our bite-sized weekly episodes where we pour out some of our best bits from our very best guests. Today, we shine a light on women we’ve shared wine, wisdom and conversation with over the last four years. Skin from Skunk Anansie - the first female headliner of Glastonbury, no less - shares tales from her trailblazing career, while Shelagh Fogarty shares her holistic approach to life. We also hear from Fi Glover and Jane Garvey about their departure from the BBC and what’s next for them! You can listen to these episodes in full here: Skin, Shelagh Fogarty and Fi Glover & Jane Garvey. ***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.
Apr 14, 2023 · 39 min
Phil Tufnell on recent Jungle exploits, rediscovering his love for cricket after tragedy, and his newfound serenity
This week, we’re joined by former England cricket legend turned TV personality Phil Tufnell. Oh, and now he’s a winemaker too! Phil and Kate reminisce about a storied cricket career that was nearly knocked permanently off course by the untimely death of his mother. Phil reveals how he found vital support in his father and more recently his wife. They also remember various mishaps on stage and screen - no doubt their time on the Strictly dancefloor has prepared him for heading out on the road with Matt Dawson and Sue Barker once again! Fancy more tales from the I'm A Celeb jungle? Check out this week's Something from the Cellar episode for more tales from the reality TV behemoth - find it below this one! You can purchase Tuffers' Tipple 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.
Apr 11, 2023 · 22 min
Something from the Cellar: I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! (Part 1)
We’re back with another episode featuring more cellar-dwelling best bits from over 200 previous WWQT guests. And, seeing as TV viewers will soon be heading back to the Jungle, we thought we'd crack open some of our favourite stories from various I’m A Celeb alumni! Vicky Pattison recounts her unforgettable audition before her winning stint in the jungle, while 2010 runner-up Shaun Ryder talks us through how his recent ADHD diagnosis provided a sense of unrivalled clarity. We also hear from how the incredible Scarlett Moffatt deals with horrific messages from internet trolls. You can listen to these episodes in full here: Scarlett Moffatt, Shaun Ryder and Vicky Pattison. ***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.
Apr 7, 2023 · 1 hr 7 min
Adam Hills on his comedy origins, online cancel culture, and becoming a restauranteur
Joining us today is celebrated comedian, author, restauranteur and host of Channel 4's The Last Leg, Adam Hills! From early starts in breakfast radio back in his native Australia, Adam has carved out a hugely impressive comedy and hosting career on both sides of the world. He chats to Kate about the perils of online cancel culture, how The Last Leg was thrust into the mainstream spotlight, and a few 'casual' recent endeavours like writing bestselling books and owning a restaurant. He’s done it all! ***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.
Apr 4, 2023 · 24 min
Something from the Cellar: Parenting
Welcome to the first of our brand new weekly episodes here on WWQT, called Something from the Cellar! Join us every Tuesday as we delve into the cellar and serve up some of our favourite vintage cuts from our very best guests. All brought to you as a bite-sized midweek treat! Today we're talking parenting and the many shapes and sizes that families come in these days. A thoughtful Una Healy tells us about rediscovering peace and joy in parenting after her marriage unexpectedly fell apart, while Ellie Taylor shares her own vulnerabilities around early parenthood and how challenging the newborn period can really be. Plus, Charlie Brooks reveals how she's made co-parenting work for her – despite her former partner still living upstairs! You can listen to these episodes in full here: Una Healy, Ellie Taylor & Charlie Brooks. ***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.
Mar 30, 2023 · 54 min
Ken Bruce on leaving Radio 2, taking on new challenges and the joys of live radio
Legendary radio broadcaster Ken Bruce talks to Kate about starting out in hospital radio, trademarking the infamous radio game PopMaster and taking the leap to try new challenges in his 70s and never losing his passion for live radio You can listen to Ken Bruce on Greatest Hits Radio Mon -Fri 10am to 1pm Don't miss PopMaster at 10.30am White Wine Question Time with Kate Thornton is the podcast that brings together well-known guests to answer three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. To keep up to date with the latest guests follow on Instagram: @whitewineqt & Twitter: @WhiteWineQT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 24, 2023 · 57 min
Claire Sweeney on Liza Minnelli, kissing Don Johnson and being friends with DJ Fat Tony.
Claire Sweeney talks to Kate Thornton about her early days on the Blackpool club circuit, partying with Hollywood legends Liza Minneli & Jane Russell, kissing Don Johnson, finding herself at 50 on the clubbing scene with DJ Fat Tony and hosting this years Eurovision Song Contest. White Wine Question Time with Kate Thornton is the podcast that brings together well-known guests to answer three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. To keep up to date with the latest guests follow on Instagram: @whitewineqt & Twitter: @WhiteWineQT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 17, 2023 · 55 min
Zoe Tapper on her postnatal depression, working with Hollywood greats and achieving her acting dream
Actress Zoe Tapper talks to Kate about the devastating effects of post natal depression, working with Hollywood greats Lauren Bacall and Angellica Huston and sticking to her plan A to become an actress Series 3 of Grace airs on ITV1 March 19th at 8pm White Wine Question Time with Kate Thornton is the podcast that brings together well-known guests to answer three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. To keep up to date with the latest guests follow on Instagram: @whitewineqt & Twitter: @WhiteWineQT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 10, 2023 · 38 min
Louise Redknapp (part 2) musical influences, Top of the Pops and second chances
In this second and final part of Kate's chat with Louise Redknapp, Louise talks about her musical influences, rubbing shoulders with soul and gospel legends, the fear of never making music again and being grateful to her Eternal band mates. White Wine Question Time with Kate Thornton is the podcast that brings together well-known guests to answer three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. To keep up to date with the latest guests follow on Instagram: @whitewineqt & Twitter: @WhiteWineQT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 3, 2023 · 38 min
Louise Redknapp (Part 1) on the heady days of the 90s, leaving Eternal and relaunching her career
In the first of a special two-parter, Louise Redknapp talks to Kate about the heady days of the 90s, leaving Eternal, taking the leap to return to work after a 17-year hiatus and the release of her Greatest Hits album White Wine Question Time with Kate Thornton is the podcast that brings together well-known guests to answer three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. To keep up to date with the latest guests follow on Instagram: @whitewineqt & Twitter: @WhiteWineQT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 24, 2023 · 54 min
Lisa Riley on sobriety, infertility struggles and finding love.
Emmerdale's Lisa Riley talks to Kate about being seven years' sober, the big Emmerdale storylines, dancing with Robin on striclty, her struggles with infertility and finally finding love. White Wine Question Time with Kate Thornton is the podcast that brings together well-known guests to answer three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. To keep up to date with the latest guests follow on Instagram: @whitewineqt & Twitter: @WhiteWineQT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 17, 2023 · 56 min
Loose Women's Kaye Adams on turning 60, tattoos and Strictly
Loose Women's Kaye Adams talks to Kate about over coming her fears of turning 60, tattoos, acting sexy on Strictly, moving with the times and not getting stuck at 60 White Wine Question Time with Kate Thornton is the podcast that brings together well-known guests to answer three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. To keep up to date with the latest guests follow on Instagram: @whitewineqt & Twitter: @WhiteWineQT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 10, 2023 · 49 min
A Birthday Celebration - Tamzin Outhwaite, Amanda Holden, Keith Lemon and Denise Welch talk about the joys of friendship
A Birthday Celebration - to mark Kate's special birthday and the 4th anniversary of White Wine Question Time Kate opens the vintage wine cellar and shares some of the early conversations with her oldest and dearest friends as they talk about the meaning of true friendship White Wine Question Time with Kate Thornton is the podcast that brings together well-known guests to answer three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. To keep up to date with the latest guests follow on Instagram: @whitewineqt & Twitter: @WhiteWineQT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 3, 2023 · 47 min
Pat Sharp - International DJ, his trademark mullet and his pop career with Stock Aitken and Waterman
Veteran DJ Pat Sharp talks to Kate about being an international DJ, the inspiration for his mullet, being an 90s icon and his pop career with Stock Aitken and Waterman. White Wine Question Time with Kate Thornton is the podcast that brings together well-known guests to answer three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. To keep up to date with the latest guests follow on Instagram: @whitewineqt & Twitter: @WhiteWineQT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 27, 2023 · 52 min
Comedian & Dancing on Ice contestant Darren Harriott on gangs, comedy and croissants
Comedian & Dancing on Ice contestant Darren Harriott talks about being a gang member, losing his dad to suicide and the moment he found comedy and turned his life. White Wine Question Time with Kate Thornton is the podcast that brings together well-known guests to answer three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. To keep up to date with the latest guests follow on Instagram: @whitewineqt & Twitter: @WhiteWineQT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.