Podcast
Great Company with Jamie Laing
I’m Jamie Laing and this is Great Company – a weekly podcast full of inspiring conversations about resilience, joy and self-improvement. Each week I sit down with fascinating guests from entertainment, business and psychology to share the stories that help us learn, grow and feel more connected.
New episodes every Wednesday.
A JamPot Productions Original Podcast
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- #56
- Episodes
- 192
- Releases
- Weekly
- Typical length
- 58 min
- On air since
- 2024
- Latest episode
- 2 days ago
Episodes
192 episodes, newest first
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15 min
ADAM LAMBERT: Why You Should Always "Just Do It" | GREAT MOMENTS
Show notes
Adam Lambert has built an incredible career since finishing second on American Idol in 2009. For more than a decade, he’s shared a stage with rock legends Queen and won 14 awards internationally.
But before the fame, Adam was working in theatre in the American production of Wicked when he took a leap of faith and auditioned for American Idol.
In this Great Moment, Adam reflects on the risk that changed the course of his life, and how more than ten years performing with Queen helped him grow into a stronger performer.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Snr Producer: Helen Burke
Exec Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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46 min
JAKE SHANE: Why I Can’t Enjoy My Own Success
Show notes
Jake Shane is a comedian and content creator who has quickly become one of Hollywood’s most exciting rising stars. What started as making videos at home with his friends has turned into a cult following of millions and a hit show, Therapuss with Jake Shane, where he’s interviewed everyone from Sandra Bullock to Kylie Jenner.
I’ve been a fan of Jake’s for a long time and sitting down with him was so much fun. But despite having millions of followers and so much success, Jake finds it surprisingly hard to enjoy what he’s achieved.
In our conversation, Jake shares:
• Why he struggles to enjoy his own success
• His thoughts on the Vanity Fair Red Carpet drama
• The guest he was most nervous for on Therapuss
• Why he never felt the need to come out
• His obsessed with British cultureAfter speaking to Jake, it’s clear he has the most incredible career ahead of him, and I can’t wait to see what he does next. Eight out of eight tentacles from me.
Jake Shane is Great Company.
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Flossie Barrett
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Lizzie McCarthy
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Production Manager: Archan Mohile
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
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15 min
NAOMI ACKIE: Why We Need to Celebrate Our Successes | GREAT MOMENTS Bonus
Show notes
From Blink Twice to her portrayal of Whitney Houston in the 2023 biopic I Wanna Dance With Somebody, Naomi Ackie has built an award-winning career on her ability to truly embody the characters she plays.
But away from the screen, Naomi is a perfectionist who has been incredibly hard on herself.
In this Great Moment, she reflects on how playing other people has helped her find herself, and why she’s finally learning to celebrate her own successes.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram-@greatcompanypodcast
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Snr Producer: Helen Burke
Exec Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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55 min
JACK OSBOURNE: AI Means Ozzy’s Legacy Can Last Forever
Season 3, Episode 43
Show notes
Jack Osbourne was one of the world’s first reality stars. As the son of rock legends, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne, he grew up in the spotlight. Then, when his family let MTV into their home for The Osbournes, eight million people got a front row seat to his teenage years.
But growing up in the spotlight wasn’t always easy. In this conversation, Jack reflects on being dragged into bars at 16, struggling with addiction and the moment he began turning his life around.
Now a dad of five, Jack reflects on how far he’s come, the recent heartbreak of losing his dad, Ozzy and he shares why he wants to keep Ozzy’s legacy alive with AI.
In this conversation Jack shares:
• What life was really like at the height of The Osbournes
• The best thing about his dad, Ozzy
• How fame and alcohol helped him rebel as a teenager
• Why living with MS doesn’t scare him
• How he hopes to keep Ozzy’s legacy alive with AIJack is a reminder that who you were when you were younger doesn’t have to define who you become.
Jack Osbourne is Great Company.
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Erin Uckuzular
Senior Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett & Lizzie McCarthy
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Production Manager: Archan Mohile
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
Shot on Sony Cinema Line cameras FX6, FX2 with Sony G-Master lenses 16-35GM, 24-70GM
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15 min
ROB RINDER: What Happens When Your Dream Doesn’t Work Out | GREAT MOMENTS Bonus
Show notes
Rob Rinder first came into our lives as Judge Rinder, Britain’s answer to Judge Judy, and we quickly fell in love with his quick wit and intelligence.
Since then, the criminal barrister turned broadcaster has won a BAFTA with Rylan Clark for Rob and Rylan’s Grand Tour, been awarded an MBE for his work in Holocaust education, and written Sunday Times bestselling novels.
But long before he walked into the courtroom, Rob dreamed of becoming an actor.
In this Great Moment, Rob opens up about how he created a different version of himself to fit in, why he walked away from what he thought was his life’s calling, and what came next.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram-@greatcompanypodcast
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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1 hr 11 min
TINIE TEMPAH: How a Kid From Peckham Went Multi-Platinum
Show notes
Tinie Tempah made his name as a pioneer of the grime scene. Over the past 15 years, he’s built an incredible career, racking up more than five billion streams and giving us iconic hits like Pass Out, Miami 2 Ibiza and Girls Like.
I was so excited to sit down with him on Great Company. And one thing that really stuck with me was just how much he has always believed that he'd be successful.
But for Tinie, that's not just been wishful thinking. He’s always had a clear vision for his life and been intentional about making it happen. Winning at life has always been the goal and that means embracing failures, learning lessons and being open to new opportunities.
In this conversation Tinie shares:
• How he manifested his music career
• What his mum taught him about hard work and success
• His fear of being a one hit wonder
• Why he stepped back from music for nine years - and what’s brought him back
This conversation is a reminder that believing in yourself is the first step to achieving anything.
Tinie Tempah is Great Company.
Tinie’s new album, The Night’s Not Dead, is out NOW!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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Jamie - https://www.instagram.com/jamielaing
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke & Faye Lawrence
Assistant Producers: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Production Manager: Archan Mohile
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
Shot on Sony Cinema Line cameras FX6, FX2 with Sony G-Master lenses 16-35GM, 24-70GM
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14 min
OLIVIA ATTWOOD: How I Became the Happiest I’ve Ever Been | GREAT MOMENTS Bonus
Show notes
Olivia Attwood is one of the UK’s most successful reality TV stars. From winning the nation’s hearts on Love Island to hosting her amazing podcast, Olivia’s House, and presenting award-winning documentaries, she’s built a career that’s completely her own.
To the outside world, it might seem like there’s nothing Liv can’t do. But behind the scenes, she faces the same pressures and worries as the rest of us.
In this Great Moment, Liv opens up about why she no longer feels bad for setting boundaries and she shares how she’s learnt to manage her anxiety to become the happiest she’s ever been.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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BEA ELTON: The Social Media Star Using Cleaning to Change People's Lives
Season 3, Episode 41
Show notes
Bea Elton, known online as Clean With Bea, deep cleans homes for free, helping people who are often struggling with their mental health or going through an incredibly difficult time.
The jobs can be extreme, with some homes containing mice, maggots, years of built up rubbish and conditions that could be classed as biohazards.
Bea transforms these spaces into clean, liveable homes and shares the journey with her six million followers online.
But Bea’s work is about much more than cleaning. She is passionate about showing that people who are struggling need kindness and support, not judgement.
In this conversation, Bea shares:
- Why she started making cleaning content
- The stories of the people she helps
- How her work has grown into campaigning and driving social change
- What motivates her to keep going and caring for people
Bea is a really special person. She’s a reminder that we can all do more to help others - and that sometimes, simply choosing to care can make a real difference.
Bea Elton is Great Company.
You can find out more about Bea's campaign for stronger safeguards to stop convicted animal abusers from acquiring more animals HERE
You can call Samaritans on 116 123 (free, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year) for confidential emotional support if you are struggling to cope or having thoughts of suicide.
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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Jamie - @jamielaing
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producers: Helen Burke & Faye Lawrence
Assistant Producers: Issy Weeks-Hankins & Jonny Burke
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Production Manager: Archan Mohile
Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
Shot on Sony Cinema Line cameras FX6, FX2 with Sony G-Master lenses 16-35GM, 24-70GM
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16 min
PALOMA FAITH: How to Deal With Heartbreak When You're Not Okay | GREAT MOMENTS
Show notes
Paloma Faith was one of the first guests to join me on Great Company. She’s one of Britain’s most distinctive music artists, known for her iconic style, incredible music and never being afraid to push boundaries.
With a new series of her hit podcast, Mad, Sad and Bad, starting this week, I thought it was the perfect time to revisit our conversation. In this Great Moment, Paloma is incredibly open, discussing how she has navigated huge heartbreak and the pressures of motherhood.
Watch the full episode HERE!
New episodes of Mad, Sad and Bad with Paloma Faith are available every Tuesday from 6th October. The new series features a brilliant mix of guests including Letitia Wright, Miguel, Grace Campbell and Davina McCall for a very special collaboration with CoppaFeel! and Candy Kittens, raising awareness around breast cancer.
If you enjoyed Great Company, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Senior Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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1 hr 6 min
JANETTE MANRARA: Losing Out on the Strictly Job Has Changed How I See Rejection
Season 3, Episode 40
Show notes
Janette Manrara has been a fan favourite on Strictly Come Dancing for 14 years, first as one of its professional dancers and then as the co-host of its spin-off show, It Takes Two.
I first met Janette during my time on Strictly and from the moment we met, her love of dance was completely infectious.
Earlier this year, Janette announced she would no longer be part of It Takes Two. In our conversation, she opens up about what it was like to say goodbye to the show that's shaped much of her career, and why she's more excited than ever about what comes next.
Janette shares:
• What it felt like to miss out on the Strictly hosting job
• What working on Strictly Come Dancing was like
• Discovering who she was outside of dancing before becoming a mum
• Why her biggest goal in life is to go to CubaJanette brings pure joy to every room she walks into. She is a reminder that when one dream comes to an end, it doesn’t mean the story is over.
Janette Manrara is Great Company.
Janette stars in Affluenza, now playing at Riverside Studios. Find out more HERE
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Faye Lawrence
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Senior Producer: Helen Burke
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17 min
NICK MOHAMMED: What It’s Really Like on Celebrity Traitors | GREAT MOMENTS Bonus
Show notes
With a new series of Celebrity Traitors starting this week, I thought it was the perfect time to revisit my conversation with everyone's favourite Faithful, Nick Mohammed.
Last year, we all watched Nick come agonisingly close to winning the show. Away from the castle, he’s best known for his awkwardly hilarious comedy character, Mr Swallow, and his Emmy-nominated turn as Nathan Shelley in Ted Lasso.
In this Great Moment, Nick reveals what it was really like inside the castle, and why going on Celebrity Traitors was only possible thanks to one person, his wife, Becca.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram-@greatcompanypodcast
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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1 hr 8 min
ROB BECKETT: I’m a Chinese Takeaway & a Pint - If You Don’t Like It, Don’t Come Again
Season 3, Episode 39
Show notes
Rob Beckett burst onto the comedy scene 15 years ago. Since then, he’s become one of the UK’s most successful and popular comedians - from his sell-out stand up tours to his hit podcast Parenting Hell, Rob & Romesh Vs and now, Celebrity Traitors.
I'd been trying to get Rob on the show for years, so finally sitting down with him for a proper laugh was a real pinch-me moment.
Behind the jokes is a comedian who's found his voice, stopped worrying about what other people think, and uses it to give us all a bit of light relief from the doom and gloom in the world.
In this conversation, Rob shares:
• Being told he was stupid by a teacher and how it stayed with him
• How he found his voice as a comedian
• The moment on Rob vs Romesh he realised he was burnt out
• How having kids holds a mirror up to your own childhood
• A surprise message from his wife, LouThis conversation is a reminder that the best version of yourself is usually the one where you stop trying to be anything else.
Rob Beckett is Great Company.
Watch the brand new series of Tempting Fortune on All 4 HERE
Rob & Romesh Vs series nine airs on Sky this Autumn
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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Jamie - @jamielaing
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke & Aminah Brunt
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
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14 min
TRINNY WOODALL: I Wish I Knew THIS in My Twenties | GREAT MOMENTS Bonus
Show notes
Trinny Woodall is a noughties TV icon turned beauty mogul. From revamping the nation's wardrobe on What Not to Wear to building her own beauty empire, Trinny London, she’s become a household name.
But long before the TV shows and beauty business, Trinny was working on a trading floor, where she quickly learned that to be taken seriously, she had to play a part.
In this Great Moment, Trinny opens up about pretending to be a man to succeed in that world, and the one piece of advice she wishes she could give her 20 year old self.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
Instagram-@greatcompanypodcast
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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GEORGE CLARKE: Friends From Work, Being an Introvert & Why his Mum is his Hero
Season 3, Episode 38
Show notes
George Clarke is one of the biggest British social media stars of his generation, followed by millions of people online.
He’s gone from posting funny videos in his university bedroom to making regular Sidemen appearances and reaching the Strictly Come Dancing final last year.
George’s rise happened faster than he ever expected. What surprised me most, though, was discovering that behind the funny videos is a self-confessed introvert who’s had to learn to live his life in the public eye.
In our conversation, George shares:
• Growing up as an introvert but always wanting to be a YouTuber
• His Mum’s health struggles & why she’s his hero
• His thoughts on KSI leaving the Sidemen
• Why him and his friends started Friends From WorkGeorge was one of the nicest, funniest people I've had the pleasure of sitting down with, and I can't wait to see what he does next.
George Clarke is Great Company.
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast
Jamie - @jamielaing
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Shot on Sony Cinema Line cameras FX6, FX2 with Sony G-Master lenses 16-35GM, 24-70GM
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12 min
LL COOL J: How I Became The Role Model I Never Had | GREAT MOMENTS Bonus
Show notes
If you want to talk about legends, look no further than the one and only LL Cool J.
As one of the first rappers to reach commercial success, LL Cool J paved the way for the next generation, inspiring huge artists like Eminem and Fat Joe.
But his journey to success was far from easy. In this Great Moment, LL Cool J shares why he believes making music was his calling and the importance of creating the role models he never had when he was younger.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot.
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1 hr 21 min
DR FEDERICA AMATI: How Weight Loss Drugs Can Rewire Your Brain
Season 3, Episode 37
Show notes
Dr Federica Amati is the Head Nutritionist at ZOE and author of The Appetite Reset, https://amzn.eu/d/0iodLEof. She first came on the show back in 2024 and she completely blew my mind.
Now she's back…And this time, she's tackling weight loss drugs.
What started as a prescription treatment for diabetes has become a global cultural phenomenon, with millions now taking GLP-1s to lose weight.
Dr Federica reveals that people can eat up to 40% less food while taking these drugs, causing significant changes to their bodies. She also explains how they can rewire our brains, as well as the short and long term effects of taking them.
In this episode, she shares:
• How weight loss drugs really affect our bodies and minds
• The connection between GLP-1s and addiction
• How ‘skinny jabs’ are changing our supermarket shelves
• Why young women may face unique long-term risks from GLP-1sThis is a fascinating conversation about medication that’s changing the way we think about our health, our bodies, and our relationship with food.
Dr Federica Amati is Great Company.
You can buy Dr Federica’s latest book, The Appetite Reset HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Magda Cassidy
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
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14 min
ROCHELLE HUMES: My Mum is the Reason I’m Fearless | GREAT MOMENTS Bonus
Show notes
This week, I’m revisiting my conversation with the singer, presenter and all-round grafter, Rochelle Humes.
From S Club Juniors and The Saturdays to launching her hugely successful family brand, My Little Coco, Rochelle has never been afraid to try something new.
Rochelle puts her fearlessness down to one person - her mum.
In this Great Moment, Rochelle shares what her mum has taught her about hard work, self confidence, and never being afraid to ask for what YOU want.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
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1 hr
MICHAEL OWEN: The Price I Paid for Being England’s Golden Boy
Season 3, Episode 36
Show notes
Michael Owen is one of England’s greatest strikers and football’s original Golden Boy. He signed for Liverpool at just 17, became England's youngest World Cup goalscorer and won the prestigious Ballon d'Or aged 21.
But injuries changed everything.
At the top of his game, and far too early into his career, Michael’s body let him down. He moved from club to club, determined to keep playing the sport he loved, before eventually retiring in 2013.
In our conversation, Michael opens up about the highs, the low and how his family has kept him grounded throughout it all. He shares:
• What it was like being England’s Golden Boy
• How it felt when his body betrayed him aged 21
• How his son, James, is clinically blind and hasn't let it hold him back
• What he really thinks about his ‘boring’ imageMichael’s story is fascinating…and anything but boring.
Michael Owen is Great Company.
All six episodes of Meet the Owens are available to stream exclusively on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0HFKN2P87?ref_=atv_dp_share_cu_r
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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Jamie - @jamielaing
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
Shot on Sony Cinema Line cameras FX6, FX2 with Sony G-Master lenses 16-35GM, 24-70GM
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16 min
SHANIA TWAIN: How to Be Proud of Yourself | GREAT MOMENTS Bonus
Show notes
This week, I wanted to revisit my conversation with one of the true queens of country music - THE Shania Twain.
Having Shania on the show was such a special moment. Her story is so inspirational, and in this Great Moment, she opens up about how writing music became her escape through some of the hardest times of her life.
She also tells me why she loves Dolly Parton, and why learning to be proud of yourself can be one of the most powerful things you can do.
Listen to the full episode HERE!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:
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And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Josh Bennett
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone
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FRANK WARREN: How a Kid from a Council Estate Became Boxing’s Biggest Promoter
Season 3, Episode 35
Show notes
Frank Warren is one of the biggest names in British boxing, having promoted some of the greatest fighters the sport has ever seen.
I'm a huge boxing fan, so sitting down with Frank was a dream come true. And his life is like a Guy Ritchie movie…
Frank grew up on a council estate in North London, left school at 14 and fell into boxing promotion almost by accident. He went on to build an incredible career, only to be shot and nearly killed at the height of his success.
From surviving that to promoting some of the biggest nights in boxing, Frank has seen it all.
In this conversation, Frank shares:
• The moment he was shot and nearly killed in 1989
• Why signing Ricky Hatton was one of his proudest achievements
• His thoughts on how ‘influencer-boxing’ is changing the sport
• What happened when he got punched by Mike TysonFrank is a reminder that resilience isn't about avoiding setbacks - it's about what you build after them.
Frank Warren is Great Company.
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins
Video: Harry Sawkins
Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan
Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti
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