The Louis Theroux Podcast

In the final episode of the season, Louis speaks to comedian, presenter and documentarian Mo Gilligan. Mo tells Louis about how Drake became a fan of his comedy, his surprising shopping addiction, and his experience eating fried chicken for 28 days for his new documentary, Big Chicken: A Fast Food Conspiracy, available to watch on Netflix from 5th August. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Documentary: Big Chicken: A Fast Food Conspiracy – Netflix (2026) https://www.netflix.com/title/81920949 Documentary: Mo Gilligan: Black, British and Funny – Channel 4 (2020) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt21042684/ Video: Different Types of Grime MCs | Mo Gilligan (2016) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZzVlXCgCCA TV Show: The Lateish Show with Mo Gilligan – Channel 4 (2019 - 2023) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPj_cyCGQqc TV Show: Drunk History – Comedy Central (2015 - 2017) https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLHHcQWkLnprc91qHlm6zef9qJu1f-aPf TV Show: The Big Narstie Show – Channel 4 (2018…

Louis is joined in the Spotify studio by author, YouTuber and inequality economist Gary Stevenson. Gary tells Louis about growing up in a Mormon family, his disagreement with Rory Stewart, and why he thinks a wealth tax could solve financial inequality. Please note this episode was recorded before Gary announced he was stepping back from his YouTube channel. Warnings: Strong language. Links/Attachments: Documentary: How to Get Filthy Rich with Gary Stevenson (2026) - Channel 4 https://www.channel4.com/programmes/how-to-get-filthy-rich-with-gary-stevenson Book: The Trading Game, Gary Stevenson (2024) https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/455809/the-trading-game-by-stevenson-gary/9781802062731 Podcast: The Rest is Politics: 144. Gary Stevenson: From Teenage Drug Dealer to Millionaire Trader (2025) https://open.spotify.com/episode/5vfmQmoA9frvGh5aRQvZLi Book: Politics on the Edge, Rory Stewart (2024) https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/442034/politics-on-the-edge-by-stewart-rory/9781529922868 TV Show: That Mitchell and…

Today, Louis speaks to actor, director and renaissance woman Olivia Wilde. Following the release of her film The Invite, the pair discuss the secrets to a healthy relationship, her unusual family name, and her experience in the 'garbage disposal' of tabloid media. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Film: The Invite (2026) https://a24films.com/films/the-invite Film: I Want Your Sex (2026) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32332915/ Film: Booksmart (2019) https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81061054 Film: Don’t Worry Darling (2022) https://www.netflix.com/title/81592177 Documentary: Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere (2026) https://www.netflix.com/title/81920687 Book: The Happy Prince and Other Tales, Oscar Wilde (1888) https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/31359/the-happy-prince-and-other-stories-by-wilde-oscar/9780241776285 Book: Mating in Captivity, Esther Perel (2006) https://www.estherperel.com/mating-in-captivity Podcast: Where Should We Begin? (2017 – present)…

Louis sits down with Grammy award-winning rapper, producer and former Beastie Boy Mike D. Speaking ahead of the release of his first solo album, Thank You, Mike tells Louis about breaking rap into the mainstream, the mechanics behind the Beastie Boys’ 20 foot hydraulic penis, and breaking up the band after Adam Yauch’s death. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Song: Rapture, Blondie (1980) https://open.spotify.com/track/1hQr0D1ZXbGHFcWLhusijv Book: Everybody’s Fly, Fat Five Freddy with Mark Rozzo (2026) https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/775871/everybodys-fly-by-fab-5-freddy-with-mark-rozzo/ Song: Cooky Puss, Beastie Boys (1983) https://open.spotify.com/track/7DZSImZVNfImxqehwNtPuB Song: Rapper’s Delight, Sugarhill Gang (1979) https://open.spotify.com/track/7sZDbHZiuHEzS00vzCuhqS Song: Good Times, Chic (1979) https://open.spotify.com/track/0PQFPcSK1gnBGlbV4CZCG0 Song: The Message, Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five (1982)…

In this episode, Louis speaks to singer, songwriter and Spice Girl Melanie C. Speaking ahead of the 30th anniversary of Wannabe, Melanie and Louis discuss deleted Spiceworld scenes, showing off her guns to Arnold Schwarzenegger and why there’s no such thing as a ‘former’ Spice Girl. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Song: Wannabe, Spice Girls (1996) https://open.spotify.com/track/1Je1IMUlBXcx1Fz0WE7oPT Song: I’m So Excited, The Pointer Sisters (1984) https://open.spotify.com/track/3moCFGH9twneH0SHMNeeCt TV Show: Friends – NBC (1994-2004) https://www.netflix.com/title/70153404 Song: Say You’ll Be There, Spice Girls (1996) https://open.spotify.com/track/1yTQ39my3MoNROlFw3RDNy Book: Who I Am, Mel C (2023) https://www.waterstones.com/book/who-i-am/melanie-c/9781802793383 Film: Spice World (1997) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120185/ Album: Sweat, Mel C (2026) https://open.spotify.com/album/2ZrlQz1UiDn1pCThyICAeD If you've been affected by the topics discussed in this episode, visit…

Louis is joined in the Spotify studio by model, actress, musician and owner of the world’s best eyebrows, Cara Delevingne. Cara tells Louis about the moment she knew she had to get sober, engagement rumours, and being Karl Lagerfeld's muse. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Song: I Forgot, Cara Delevingne (2026) ⁠https://open.spotify.com/track/02zcxkBgtRdpHovTLgJRl1⁠ Song: Out of My Head, Cara Delevingne (2026) ⁠https://open.spotify.com/track/5ExQZsB1FkAemKYykuvDUv⁠ Film: Paper Towns (2015) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3622592/ Film: Suicide Squad (2016) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1386697/ Film: London Fields (2018) https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/london_fields If you've been affected by the topics discussed in this episode, visit spotify.com/resources. Credits: Producer: Millie Chu Researcher: Maan Al-Yasiri Assistant Producer: Maisie Williams Audio Mixer: Tom Guest Video Mixer: Scott Edwards Production Manager: Francesca Bassett Music: Miguel D’Oliveira Executive Producer:…

In this episode, Louis speaks with gonzo journalist and fellow gangly documentarian Andrew Callaghan. The pair discuss Andrew’s life after cancellation, whether lizard people run the world, and his legal issues with Melania Trump. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Film: This Place Rules (2022) - HBO https://www.imdb.com/title/tt23950956/ Video: Flat Earth Conference (2020) - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H110vCGvTmM Video: Minneapolis Protest (2021) - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZPeD2miyF8 Film: Dear Kelly (2025) https://www.dearkellyfilm.com/ Video: Hunter Biden Returns (2025) - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4WCtYDtgbM Song: Because I Got High, Afroman (2000) https://open.spotify.com/track/0rRboI6IRuGx56Dq3UdYY4 Article: A Full Guide the sexual misconduct allegations against YouTuber Andrew Callaghan (2022) - NPR https://www.npr.org/2023/01/20/1149748975/a-full-guide-to-the-sexual-misconduct-allegations-against-youtuber-andrew-callag Video: In…

Louis is joined in the Spotify studio by celebrity chef and enfant terrible of the culinary world, Marco Pierre White. Marco tells Louis about his complicated history with Gordon Ramsay, the moment he walked away from his three Michelin stars, and dining out with Margaret and Dennis Thatcher. Warnings: Very strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Instagram Video: McMarco, Marco Pierre White (2026) ⁠https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUNvNxOjVnW/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet⁠ Art Film: Andy Warhol Eating a Hamburger, Jørgen Leth (1982) ⁠https://channel.louisiana.dk/video/jorgen-leth-andy-warhol-eating-hamburger⁠ Book: The Devil in the Kitchen, Marco Pierre White & James Steen (2006) ⁠https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-devil-in-the-kitchen/marco-pierre-white/james-steen/9780752881614⁠ Book: White Heat, Marco Pierre White (1990) ⁠https://www.waterstones.com/book/white-heat-25/marco-pierre-white/9781845339906⁠ Book: Humble Pie, Gordon Ramsay (2006)…

For the first episode in the series, QPR fan Louis Theroux speaks with former England captain, broadcaster and fellow podcasting titan, Gary Lineker. Speaking ahead of the World Cup in North America, the pair discuss why England always lose, Gary’s split with the BBC, and why Cristiano Ronaldo doesn’t speak to him anymore. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: TV Show: Tiger, (2021) ⁠https://tv.apple.com/gb/show/tiger/umc.cmc.1p5g95s1v5v0t7i8xjgc1f0wo⁠ TV Show: When Lineker Met Maradona, (2006) ⁠https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b007cgb3⁠ TV Show: Match of the Day, (1964 – present) ⁠https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b007t9y1/match-of-the-day⁠ Article: BBC has ducked this for too long — it must stand up to brazen Gary Lineker (2025) ⁠https://www.thetimes.com/sport/football/article/gary-lineker-instagram-post-bbc-matthew-syed-9x0jjhwcg⁠ Music Video: Total Eclipse of the Heart, Bonnie Tyler (1983) ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lcOxhH8N3Bo⁠ Podcast: Lineker & Baker: Behind Closed…

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In this special bonus episode, Louis sits down with Yorgos Lanthimos, the acclaimed director of ‘Bugonia’, 'The Favourite’ and ‘Poor Things’. Yorgos tells Louis about working with Emma Stone, suffering for his art, and debating whether or not to direct a Bourne movie. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Bugonia (2025) https://tv.apple.com/gb/movie/bugonia/umc.cmc.405pbn0ajtqwj3ycjapyd0i9x?action=play Dogtooth (2009) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1379182/ Pulp Fiction (1994) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lH18ZHdrktM Blue Velvet (1986) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0090756/ Eraserhead (1977) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0074486/ Bourne Franchise https://www.imdb.com/list/ls089971582/ Dude, Where’s My Car? (2000) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0242423/ The Lives of Others (2006) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0405094/ The Tourist (2010) https://tv.apple.com/gb/movie/the-tourist/umc.cmc.5ka0eofzuve9xw2qb7rcpwbck?action=play Poor Things (2023)…

In this episode, Louis speaks with Bridgerton star Simone Ashley. Simone tells Louis about filming kissing scenes with Jonathan Bailey, getting kicked out of drama school, and how she responds to criticism about the show. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: The Devil Wears Prada 2 (2026) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33612209/ TV Show: ‘The Bear’ (2022-2026) - Hulu https://tv.apple.com/gb/show/the-bear/umc.cmc.javg04xbn3eonbgfvnaqmodk Kill Bill: Vol.1 (2003) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0266697/ The Sound of Music (1965) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0059742/ Guys and Dolls (1955) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0048140/ Mary Poppins (1964) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0058331/ West Side Story (1961) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0055614/ Evita (1996) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0116250/ Song: ‘Edelweiss’ by Richard Rogers & sung by Julie Andrews (1965) https://open.spotify.com/track/4S4Qn8O0ygeqdQLF6tfxWp TV Show: ‘Bridgerton’ (2020 – present) - Netflix…

Joining Louis in the studio today is award-winning writer and investigative journalist, Patrick Radden Keefe. Patrick tells Louis about his investigation into the Sackler family's involvement in the opioid crisis, how professional criminals keep career longevity, and why he thinks access is overrated. Plus he discusses his latest book, London Falling. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Book: London Falling: A Mysterious Death in a Gilded City and a Family’s Search for Truth, Patrick Radden Keefe (2026) https://www.panmacmillan.com/authors/patrick-radden-keefe/london-falling/9781035056279 Book: Say Nothing, Patrick Radden Keefe (2019) https://www.waterstones.com/book/say-nothing/patrick-radden-keefe//9780008159269?sv1=affiliate&sv_campaign_id=259955&awc=3787_1770820651_da19805aca482f3e2f7cdd8da31aca44&utm_source=259955&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=Genie+Shopping+CSS Book: Empire of Pain, Patrick Radden Keefe (2022)…

Louis sits down with Laufey, Grammy-award winning Icelandic singer and songwriter. Laufey tells Louis about her stratospheric rise to fame on TikTok, partying with Bill Murray, and why everyone can benefit from being a bit bored. Brace yourself for major music geekery. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Album: A Matter of Time, Laufey (2025) https://open.spotify.com/album/5rMOCuiWWbEBcHaKM69Hmv Whiplash (2014) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2582802/ “The Great American Songbook” https://thesongbook.org/about/what-is-the-songbook/ Singing in the Rain (1952) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0045152/ An American in Paris (1951) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0043278/ On the Town (1949) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0041716/ Ziegfeld Follies (1945) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039116/ The Sound of Music (1965) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0059742/ Mary Poppins (1964) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0058331/ Shirley Temple (1928 – 2014) https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000073/ Song: ‘One Note Samba’,…

In this episode, Louis speaks to comedian, writer and 41st best stand-up ever, Stewart Lee. Stewart tells Louis about taking aim at “Netflix comedians” in his new show, Stewart Lee vs. The Man-Wulf, what went wrong at a disastrous gig at the Royal Albert Hall, and what Elon Musk doesn't understand about comedy. Warnings: Very strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Live Show: Stewart Lee vs. The Man-Wulf, Stewart Lee (2024 – 2026) ⁠https://www.stewartlee.co.uk/live-dates/ Easy Rider (1969) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0064276/ Song: ‘Jiggle Jiggle’, Louis Theroux with Duke & Jones, (2022) https://open.spotify.com/track/1I4lCSP69P74nU3a6Su5L2 TV Show Episode: ‘Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends’, S3 EP6 “Rap” (2000) - BBC https://tv.apple.com/gb/episode/rap/umc.cmc.7a0aczr1rzkn7k9lhxgks08d1?showId=umc.cmc.1fujlj3xkbu70iu0kh0fmwgd0 TV Show: ‘Blue Peter’ (1958 – present) - CBBC https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b006md2v/blue-peter National Security Strategy of The United States of America…

Louis is joined in the Spotify studio by Scottish singer, actor and TV personality Lulu. The pair discuss her struggles with alcoholism, being married to a Bee Gee, and her intimate knowledge of David Bowie’s thighs. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Song: ‘Shout’, the Isley Brothers (1959) https://open.spotify.com/track/72VH13PSrYh963lzB5NzG4 To Sir, With Love (1967) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0062376/ Book: Lulu: I Don’t Want To Fight, Lulu (2020) https://www.waterstones.com/book/lulu-i-dont-want-to-fight/lulu/9780751546255 Book: If Only You Knew, Lulu (2025) https://www.waterstones.com/book/if-only-you-knew/lulu/9781399744249 TV Show: ‘It’s Lulu’ (1970-1973) - BBC https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0299320/ TV Show: ‘Lulu’ (1975) - BBC https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0072537/ Song: ‘Getting To Know You’, Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein III (1951) https://open.spotify.com/track/0aGN51LOR5E4zQAqhT1Ok7 (not 1951 version) Song: ‘Climb Ev’ry Mountain’, Richard Rodgers and Oscar…

In this episode, Louis speaks with Kyle MacLachlan, muse of iconic director David Lynch and internet “babygirl”. Kyle tells Louis about working with Lynch on Twin Peaks and Blue Velvet, why he will never watch Paul Verhoeven’s Showgirls, and going viral on TikTok. Watch Season 2 of Fallout on Prime Video now. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: TV Show: ‘Fallout’ (2024 - Now) - Prime Video http://amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0FLT3NNDQ/ref=atv_dp_season_select_s2 TV Show: Twin Peaks (1990) - ABC https://www.paramountplus.com/gb/shows/twin_peaks/ Blue Velvet (1986) https://tv.apple.com/gb/movie/blue-velvet/umc.cmc.33lsrdtequl92bh2q4qufz09j?action=play Easy Rider (1969) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0064276/ Apocalypse Now (1979) https://tv.apple.com/gb/movie/apocalypse-now/umc.cmc.34p6g8esi62ncametagl3s7ao?action=play Eraserhead (1977) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0074486/ The Elephant Man (1980) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080678/ Dune (1984)…

Bingo cards at the ready... for the first episode of the series, Louis’s on the road again - this time in sunny Milan to sit down with tennis champion, coach, and commentator, Boris Becker. The pair discuss Boris encountering Diddy in Miami, playing mind-games with Rafael Nadal in the Wimbledon locker room, and his spell in Wandsworth prison. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Book: Boris Becker Inside, Boris Becker (2025) https://www.waterstones.com/book/inside/boris-becker/9780008782924 Book: The Player, Boris Becker (2004) https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-player/boris-becker/9780857500274 Boom! Boom! The World vs. Boris Becker, (2023) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10366552/ Boris Becker: The Rise & Fall, (2023) https://www.itv.com/watch/boris-becker-the-rise-and-fall/10a2940 Song: ‘Me Against The World', Tupac (1995) https://open.spotify.com/track/76wJIkA63AgwA92hUhpE2V?si=dcabe1b32c4947c9 Song: ‘Slippin’, Lil Kim (2005) https://open.spotify.com/track/3xN4CIFCdrJOiCFF7NFILQ…

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For this Christmas bonus episode, Louis sits down with writer, comedian, and panel-show super-host, Jimmy Carr. Jimmy discusses what lies behind his unique brand of ‘edgy' comedy, why he remained a virgin until the age of 26 and performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival despite public criticism. Jimmy’s film, ‘Fackham Hall’, is out in cinemas now. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Book: Before & Laughter, Jimmy Carr (2021) https://www.jimmycarr.com/product/book-laughter/ Fackham Hall (2025) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt29008225/ Jimmy Carr Tour https://www.jimmycarr.com/tour/uk-ireland/ Alex Hormozi quote: https://www.instagram.com/p/DIzTPjPTZB0/ Book: Homo Ludens by Johan Huizinga https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/203913/homo-ludens-by-johan-huizinga/ Peter McGraw’s Benign Violations https://petermcgraw.org/a-brief-introduction-to-the-benign-violation-theory-of-humor/ Book: Discipline and Punish, Michel Foucault (1975)…

For the final episode of this series, Louis travels to Manchester to sit down with Marina Abramovic, the self-proclaimed “grandmother of performance art”. Marina tells Louis the stories behind some of her most famous artworks, as well as the relationship between performance and pain, never feeling loved in her childhood, and being caught in the middle of an online conspiracy. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Balkan Erotic Epic, Marina Abramovic (2025) https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2025/may/22/manchester-to-host-world-premiere-of-marina-abramovics-balkan-erotic-epic The Artist is Present, Marina Abramovic (2010) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2073029/ Lips of Thomas, Marina Abramovic (1975) https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/5176 Rhythm 0, Marina Abramovic (1974) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTBkbseXfOQ&list=PL0bCt-VbCH4N3823Lj7uNAFLiYDjSnbTp&index=1 Cut Piece, Yoko Ono (1964) https://www.moma.org/audio/playlist/15/373 Cut Piece, Yoko Ono (2005):…

In this episode, Louis speaks to British actress Florence Pugh. Joining Louis at Spotify HQ, Florence talks about “abusing” herself to get into character, whether intimacy coordinators are necessary on film sets, and jumping off a building from nearly 3000 feet. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. If you’ve been affected by the topics discussed in this episode, Spotify have a website for information and resources. Visit spotify.com/resources Links/Attachments: Midsommar (2019) https://tv.apple.com/gb/movie/midsommar/umc.cmc.3btmmnmdi8cci3gb2qupxli8o?action=play Hereditary (2018) https://tv.apple.com/gb/movie/hereditary/umc.cmc.1p8skf72cqba9t91v2rqjbeyv?action=play The Most Beautiful Boy in the World (2021) https://tv.apple.com/gb/movie/the-most-beautiful-boy-in-the-world/umc.cmc.6nsk7o2tf9grbf1cjmicejcrv Little Women (2019) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vuVlgl16DP0 Malevolent (2018) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2386237/ King Lear (2018) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7473890/ Thunderbolts* (2025)…

Louis sits down with David Byrne, the musician, author and iconic frontman of Talking Heads. David tells Louis about personality clashes within the band, how his neurodivergence plays a role in his music, and being at the centre of a culture-war storm. Plus, they discuss whether Donald Trump stole his ‘big suit’. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Book: Bicycle Diaries, David Byrne (2009) https://www.waterstones.com/book/bicycle-diaries/david-byrne/9780571371266 Album: Who Is The Sky, David Byrne (2025) https://open.spotify.com/album/5xDqZQlSx2gRrAyAgHQ8AB Song: ‘The Book I Read’, Talking Heads (1977) https://open.spotify.com/track/4OT7Ndu29Z7JfhwRS2iCJX Song: ‘That’s the Way (I Like It), KC & The Sunshine Band (1994) https://open.spotify.com/track/0RQTbMBgSq7xgdZSHFZg4R Book: ‘An Anthropologist on Mars’, Oliver Sacks (1995) https://www.oliversacks.com/oliver-sacks-books/an-anthropologist-on-mars/ Song: ‘She Explains Things To Me’, David Byrne (2025)…

In this episode, Louis speaks with Nobel laureate and education activist Malala Yousafzai. Joining Louis at Spotify HQ, the pair discuss misrepresentations of Islam, the Taliban’s 'gender apartheid', and her views on the institution of marriage. Plus, Malala shares a traumatic drug experience at university that changed her outlook on life. Warnings: adult themes and some discussion points which could be upsetting. If you’ve been affected by the topics discussed in this episode, Spotify have a website for information and resources. Visit spotify.com/resources Links/Attachments: Book: Finding My Way, Malala Yousafzai (2025) https://www.waterstones.com/book/finding-my-way/malala-yousafzai/9781399637770 Book: I Am Malala, Malala Yousafzai (2013) https://www.waterstones.com/book/i-am-malala/malala-yousafzai/christina-lamb/9781399608992 Class Dismissed (2009) - New York Times https://www.nytimes.com/video/world/asia/100000001835296/class-dismissed-malala-yousafzais-story.html Article: Malala’s shooting…

Louis is joined by Bobby Vylan, one half of the controversial punk-rap band Bob Vylan. In his first public interview since his contentious performance at Glastonbury - where he led a chant of ‘death to the IDF’ - Bobby discusses why he did it, the subsequent backlash and whether he still stands by the chant. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. If you’ve been affected by the topics discussed in this episode, Spotify have a website for information and resources. Visit spotify.com/resources X Post: Visa Revoke by Deputy Secretary of State ⁠https://x.com/DeputySecState/status/1939697586920997374?lang=en⁠ Article: Chuck D defending Bob Vylan ⁠https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/features/chuck-d-bob-vylan-public-enemy-b2782798.html⁠ Article: Damon Albarn comment ⁠https://www.thetimes.com/culture/music/article/damon-albarn-interview-africa-express-8rsndnd85⁠ Article: IDF soldiers shooting unarmed Gazans…

In this week’s episode, Louis speaks with the legendary comedian, writer and adventurer Michael Palin. Joining Louis at Spotify HQ, Michael details the fiery group dynamics within Monty Python, having Johnny Cash and George Harrison as famous fans, and the controversies surrounding Life Of Brian. Plus, Michael and Louis discuss whether being ’nice’ is a help or a hindrance. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: TV Show: ‘Michael Palin in Venezuela’ (2025) - Channel 5 https://www.channel5.com/show/michael-palin-in-venezuela TV Show Episode: Whicker’s World from ‘Monty Python’s Flying Circus’ (1972) - BBC https://www.channel5.com/show/michael-palin-in-venezuela TV Show: ‘Michael Palin: Around the World in 80 Days’ (1989) - BBC https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b008n8yy/around-the-world-in-80-days-with-michael-palin The Rutles: All You Need Is Cash (1978) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0077147/ Monty Python’s Life of Brian (1979)…

Louis sits down with writer, actor and comedian Steve Coogan in the first episode of the new series. Steve discusses falling in and out of love with Alan Partridge, literally wearing Jimmy Savile’s shoes in ‘The Reckoning’, and being sober after his ‘delayed adolescence’. Warning: 1970s mother-in-law jokes are included. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. If you’ve been affected by the topics discussed in this episode, Spotify have a website for information and resources. Visit spotify.com/resources Links/Attachments: TV Show: ‘On the Hour’ (1991 – 1992) - BBC Radio 4 https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b008pcbq TV Show: ‘Knowing Me, Knowing You’ (1994 - 1995) - BBC https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0108828/ TV Show: ‘I’m Alan Partridge' (1997 – 2002) - BBC https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0129690/ TV Show: ‘Alan Partridge’s Mid Morning Matters’ (2010 – 2016) https://tv.apple.com/gb/episode/episode-1/umc.cmc.6t24k6qmgn78pjfz5iueck40u?showId=umc.cmc.9x6rfy298smgramzarjelucq&action=playSmartEpisode Philomena…

Louis returns with another season of his chart-topping podcast! Join him on Tuesdays, from October 7th, as he offers up a plentiful cornucopia of starry guests. Watch exclusively on Spotify, or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this very special bonus episode, Louis is joined by actor and writer Michael Cera. Michael tells Louis about his foul-mouthed run-in with Tom Cruise, nearly missing out on his role as Allan in Barbie, and the reason he never graduated from high school. Plus, Louis reveals which Superbad character he most aligns with… Warnings: Strong language Links/Attachments: Film: The Phoenician Scheme (2025) - dir. Wes Anderson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GEuMnPl2WI4 TV Show: Arrested Development (2004-2019) - Fox/Netflix https://www.netflix.com/title/70140358 TV Show: The Office (2001-2003) - BBC https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b00jd68z/the-office TV Show: The Grubbs (2002) - Fox https://youtu.be/knwPbzLWCNQ?si=9d10SEXncfPkrdaK Film: Superbad (2007) https://www.netflix.com/title/70058023 Advert: ‘Pillsbury Doughboy Commercial’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDEYPbfWY6I Film: Year One (2009) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4H_Eepvg3aU Film: Ghostbusters (1984) https://www.netflix.com/title/541018 Film: A…

This week, Louis sits down with Danny Dyer, the Bafta-winning actor and all-round national treasure. The pair discuss Danny’s experience battling addiction while performing on stage, their shared fascination with UFOs, and whether Danny would ever do Shakespeare. Plus, Danny reveals what he really thinks about being described as ‘the people’s Louis Theroux’. Links/Attachments: Via – UK Drug and Alcohol Addiction Charity https://www.viaorg.uk/ TV Show: ‘Who Do You Think You Are? (2007 – Present) - BBC https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b007t575 Book: Wolf Hall, Hilary Mantel (2009) https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wolf-Hall-Shortlisted-Golden-Booker/dp/0007230206 TV Show: ‘Wolf Hall’ (2015) - BBC https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p02gfy74/wolf-hall-series-1-1-three-card-trick Loving (1995) https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/loving/umc.cmc.46n84c1skr7ogikets6qczv2v Play: Hamlet, William Shakespeare (~1600) https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hamlet-William-Shakespeare/dp/1853260096 Human Traffic (1999)…

In this episode, Louis speaks to pop megastar Ed Sheeran. Joining Louis in the studio, Ed describes squeezing Stormzy into his Mini, a surprising breakfast with Van Morrison, and how to be normal when you’re one of the most famous people in the world. Warning: Strong language, as well as some adult themes. Links/Attachments: Album: ‘Play’, Ed Sheeran (2025) https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/096l4VGKXhhUHyjD8gh1tf Album: ‘Autumn Variations’, Ed Sheeran (2023) https://open.spotify.com/album/5LXOgcszGvUkYzYL4v6wYg Album: ‘Subtract’, Ed Sheeran (2023) https://open.spotify.com/album/2WFFcvzM0CgLaSq4MSkyZk SBTV – Online Platform https://sbtv.co.uk/home/ Album: ‘Astral Weeks’, Van Morrison (1968) https://open.spotify.com/album/4pG3bKkbmReDt5QTDn3JDz Album: ‘Moondance’, Van Morrison (1970) https://open.spotify.com/album/5PfnCqRbdfIDMb1x3MPQam Album: ‘Irish Heartbeat’, Van Morrison & The Chieftains (1988) https://open.spotify.com/album/0qTjwpf7Oqh8MGtK3aflgO Album: ‘Van Morrison at the Movies’, Van Morrison (2007)…

Louis is joined in the studio by Mercury Prize-winning rapper and actress, Little Simz. The pair discuss the inspiration behind her new album Lotus, growing up with adopted siblings and working with Drake on Top Boy. Prepare for awkward pauses and an unlikely rap collaboration. Warnings: Strong language, as well as some adult themes. Links/Attachments: Album: 'Sometimes I Might Be Introvert’, Little Simz (2021) https://open.spotify.com/album/0DBoWQ52XUHtrZQdfAqOVj Song: ‘Venom’, Little Simz (2019) https://open.spotify.com/album/3h7qY0r0PNgNUS838NqgGv Song: ‘WE PRAY', Coldplay, Little Simz, Burna Boy, Elyanna & TINI (2024) https://open.spotify.com/track/7xrEnNo99wrmIs8ZK3RZMK TV Show: ‘Top Boy’ (2011- 2023) - Channel 4 / Netflix https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/80217669 Album: ‘Lotus’, Little Simz (2025) https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/4HGLG9dQard8ZMoxNlwBhl Album: ‘NO THANK YOU’, Little Simz (2022) https://open.spotify.com/album/57263zG8Md6XZ9lBUPPYCm EP: ‘Drop 7’, Little Simz (2024)…

Louis speaks to John Wilson, fellow documentarian and creator of the cult-favourite series, How To...with John Wilson. The pair swap stories about their respective work, including discussing John’s collaborations with writer and producer Nathan Fielder, how joining an acapella group exposed him to the NXIVM sex-cult, and their shared disdain for mockumentaries. Plus, John turns the tables on Louis… Warnings: Strong language and some adult themes. Links/Attachments: TV Show: ‘How To with John Wilson’ (2020-2023) - HBO https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p0cltlm3/how-to-with-john-wilson TV Show: ‘Louis Theroux: Gambling in Las Vegas’ (2007) - BBC https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b007957z/louis-theroux-gambling-in-las-vegas TV Show: ‘Louis Theroux’s LA Stories’ (2014) - BBC https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b03zjc67/louis-therouxs-la-stories Pitch Perfect (2012) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mbsapmW0bg Song: ‘Roxanne’, The Police (1978) https://open.spotify.com/track/3EYOJ48Et32uATr9ZmLnAo 'El…

In this episode, Louis is joined by tech entrepreneur turned longevity evangelist, Bryan Johnson. Dialling in from his home in Los Angeles, Bryan tells Louis all about his quest to live forever, from the psychedelic experience that changed his life, to the role of superintelligence in the future. Plus, Louis learns the importance of night-time erections. Warnings: Strong language and some adult themes. Links/Attachments: Mind – UK Mental Health Charity https://www.mind.org.uk/ Suicide Prevention UK https://spuk.org.uk/ Book: The Ghost in the Machine, Arthur Koestler (originally published in 1967) https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ghost-Machine-Arthur-Koestler/dp/1939438349 ‘How to be 18 years old again for Only $2 million a year’ - Bloomberg (2023) https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2023-01-25/anti-aging-techniques-taken-to-extreme-by-bryan-johnson?embedded-checkout=true TV Show: ‘Silicon Valley’ (2014-2019) - HBO https://www.hbo.com/silicon-valley ‘Harvard study, almost 80 years old, has proved that embracing…

Louis travels to Los Angeles to sit down with Hollywood heavyweight and international adventurer, Sean Penn. Renowned for award-winning roles in films like Milk, I Am Sam and Carlito’s Way, Sean discusses his colourful life and career, including dining with Jack Nicholson and Vladimir Putin in Moscow, his relationship with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his notorious run-ins with the paparazzi. Warnings: Strong language. Links/Attachments: Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzva_I8WPAg Mystic River (2003) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7NktJhrRYQ Milk (2008) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5D07rmfwG0 Dead Man Walking (1995) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgvbfLNYumU Carlito’s Way (1993) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ZMd4Baswb4 The Apprentice (2024) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_OeYJXXlw0 Superpower (2023) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X54GUzUUM3w One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (1975) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXrcDonY-B8 TV Show: ‘Euphoria’…

To kick off the new series, Louis is joined in the studio by Bella Ramsey, rising star of ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘The Last of Us’. Bella delves into their experiences as a child actor, dealing with critical fandoms online, and their phobia of vomiting. Warnings: Some strong language and discussions of sensitive themes, including mental health issues and eating disorders. For further information and support, visit https://resources.byspotify.com/ Links/Attachments: BEAT – UK Eating Disorder Charity https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/get-information-and-support/get-help-for-myself/i-need-support-now/helplines/ TV Show: ‘Game of Thrones’ (2011-2019) - HBO https://www.hbo.com/game-of-thrones TV Show: ‘The Last of Us’ (2023 – Present) - HBO https://www.hbo.com/series/urn:hbo:series:GYyofRQHeuJ6fiQEAAAEy TV Show: ‘The Worst Witch’ (2017 - 2020) - CBBC https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b09m8lyz/the-worst-witch Video Game: ‘The Last of Us’ (2013) - Sony PlayStation…

It's that time again... Louis returns for another series of his podcast. Join him weekly from May 6th as he delves into the lives of fascinating people from across the globe. Watch episodes exclusively on Spotify, or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Louis speaks to Sean Evans, the host of Youtube smash-hit ‘Hot Ones’. Dialling in from New York, the pair swap interview techniques, as well as discussing Sean’s upbringing in Chicago and how he utilised chicken wings to create one of the biggest talk shows in the world. Plus, Sean lets Louis know which celebrities were ratings hits and who he’d never have on the show... Warnings: Strong language. Links/Attachments: YouTube: Louis Theroux (me) reacts to his (my) ‘Hot Ones’ episode (2025) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_WT5kxyZ1I YouTube Series: Louis Theroux Attacks the Shark While Eating Spicy Wings - Hot Ones (2023) https://youtu.be/wlL9RUGxXSs?si=sVQYvUdArc4Wr_Dl YouTube Series: Anthony Rizzo On Chicago Cubs Rivalries & Baseball Superstitions While Eating Spicy Wings - Hot Ones (2015) https://youtu.be/4iSCOtYs_6Q?si=hA2IVueisoOo4WVG YouTube Series: Prince Amukamara Talks NFL Salaries & Pre-Game Sex While Eating Spicy Wings - Hot Ones (2015) https://youtu.be/kmBlwAFRFJU?si=lvE5Ot11dnWkeTnk YouTube…

Louis sits down in the Spotify studio with Irish actor, writer, and director Sharon Horgan. Sharon discusses her colourful years squatting in London, the fine line between comedy and tragedy, and FaceTiming with Bono while filming Bad Sisters 2. She also spills the beans about almost starring in a Woody Allen film… Warnings: Strong language. ⁠Links/Attachments: TV Show: ‘Bad Sisters’ (2022-2025) - AppleTV+ https://tv.apple.com/gb/show/bad-sisters/umc.cmc.14kr4vv65unannh7doqgvlh20 Film: Home Alone (1990) https://youtu.be/jEDaVHmw7r4?si=rfeHfnepM2T1YCCQ TV Show: ‘Catastrophe’ (2015-2019) - Channel 4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5sKQ6ilBGGE TV Show: ‘Pulling’ (2006-2009) - BBC https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgHKlCM-7Wk&t=4s TV Show: ‘Modern Love’ (2019) - Amazon https://youtu.be/2zSuD79TU3w?si=opqU542-inqGMY_d&t=244 Short Film: The Week Before Christmas (2012) - Sky https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ueKfgCrFuek TV Show: ‘Divorce’ (2016-2019) - HBO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGadA8rJBek TV Show: ‘The…

Louis speaks to actor, podcast host and figure of some controversy, Armie Hammer. Dialing in from his new apartment in downtown LA, Armie and Louis discuss the allegations against him, being shunned by famous friends and his unconventional family history. Warnings: Strong language and graphic sexual content, as well as discussions of sensitive themes, including sexual abuse. For further information and support, visit https://resources.byspotify.com/. Links/Attachments: ‘Armie Hammer Breaks His Silence’ – Air Mail https://airmail.news/issues/2023-2-4/armie-hammer-breaks-his-silence Podcast: ‘The Armie HammerTime Podcast’ (2024 – present) https://open.spotify.com/show/05ozD8G0kGIAwJj2PRCjl0 TV Show: ‘House of Hammer’ (2022) – Discovery + https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIQ80m7831I Instagram Account: @armiehammervictims https://www.instagram.com/armiehammervictims?igsh=MTVpbWw2OGMweGFleg== TV Show: ‘The Offer’ (2022) – Paramount+ https://www.paramountplus.com/gb/shows/the-offer/ Shotgun Wedding (2022) – Amazon…

Louis is joined in the studio by MMA fighter and UFC welterweight champion, Leon ‘Rocky’ Edwards. Leon talks about rubbing shoulders with Andrew Tate, how MMA saved him from a life of crime and what happened when Donald Trump came to see him fight. Plus, Leon puts Louis’s physical strength to the test… Warnings: Strong language and adult themes Links/Attachments: ‘MMA Fighting’s 2022 Knockout of the Year: Leon Edwards vs. Kamaru Usman’ - MMA Fighting https://www.mmafighting.com/2022/12/25/23524649/mma-fightings-2022-knockout-of-the-year-leon-edwards-vs-kamaru-usman UFC Welterweight Ranking https://www.ufc.com/rankings ‘Colby Covington: UFC fighter provokes pre-bout row by saying Leon Edwards' dead father is 'in hell'’ - Sky News https://news.sky.com/story/colby-covington-ufc-fighter-provokes-pre-bout-row-by-saying-leon-edwards-dead-father-is-in-hell-13030863 ‘Briton Edwards loses title in Manchester UFC fight’ - BBC https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/mixed-martial-arts/articles/cevwr1gpgv9o Credits: Producer:…

In this episode, Louis is joined by celebrity chef and best–selling cookbook author, Jamie Oliver. Jamie tells Louis about his public feuds with Gordon Ramsey and Anthony Bourdain, chopping part of his finger off on live TV, and why his jerk rice caused such a stir. Plus, Louis provides some recipe tips… Warnings: Strong language, as well as discussion around food production that may upset some listeners. Visit spotify.com/resources for information and resources. Links/Attachments: TV Show: ‘The Naked Chef’ (1999) – BBC https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-CeoHHDYw8 TV Show: ‘Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends’ (1998) – BBC (UK only) https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b006w7gn/louis-therouxs-weird-weekends Jamie’s Italian https://italian.jamieoliver-rg.com/ Book: Simply Jamie, Jamie Oliver (2024) https://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/books/simply-jamie TV Show: ‘Jamie’s Kitchen’ (2002) – Channel 4 https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0358844/ TV Show: ‘Jamie’s School Dinners’ (2005) – Channel 4…

Louis sits down with pop-star and former member of Little Mix, Jade Thirlwall. Jade tells Louis about being ghosted by Harry Styles, clashing with the Gallaghers and coming to the public’s attention on X-Factor. Warnings: Some strong language and discussions of sensitive themes, including mental health issues and eating disorders. For further information and support, visit https://resources.byspotify.com/ Links/Attachments: BEAT – UK Eating Disorder Charity https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/get-information-and-support/get-help-for-myself/i-need-support-now/helplines/ TV Show: ‘The X Factor’ (2004 – 2021) – ITV https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEY1ejsweY4DgMwOVJeEaBA Song: ‘Angel Of My Dreams’ - JADE https://open.spotify.com/album/6Wf3fqCoGcOYah2lTcwyAA Music Video: ‘Angel Of My Dreams’ - JADE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UEc-oy93lf8 TV Show: ‘Boybands Forever’ (2024) – BBC (UK only) https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m0023h94/boybands-forever Song: ‘Black Magic’ - Little Mix (2015)…

To kick off the new series, Louis is joined in the studio by acting legend Willem Dafoe. Renowned for an astonishing range of acting roles - from Poor Things to Spiderman - Willem discusses his life and career, including collaborating with provocative director Lars von Trier, what it’s like to be buried alive on camera, and how his face has a mind of its own… Warnings: Strong language, as well as some adult themes. Links/Attachments: Platoon (1986) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8weLPF4qBQ Antichrist (2009) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LO-TNfPzh_k Last Temptation of Christ (1988) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aW6jxGaIias Poor Things (2023) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RlbR5N6veqw Spiderman (2002) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t06RUxPbp_c Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=As-vKW4ZboU&pp=ygUVYmVldGxlanVpY2UgMiB0cmFpbGVy Nosferatu (2024) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Px6S0RxfAHg The Loveless (1981) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJEmcxXR7H0 Wild At Heart (1990)…

Louis is back with another series of his podcast, speaking to a variety of remarkable people from all walks of life. Tune in weekly from January 14th for wide-ranging conversations with the likes of Willem Dafoe, Jade Thirlwall, Armie Hammer, and more. Watch episodes exclusively on Spotify, or listen everywhere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the final episode of the series, Louis is joined in the studio by Irish actor Barry Keoghan. Barry talks about his turbulent childhood in inner city Dublin, avoiding online hate and his infamous dancing scene in Saltburn. Warnings: Strong language, as well as adult themes including substance abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Visit spotify.com/resources for information and resources. Links/Attachments: Dunkirk (2017) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F-eMt3SrfFU The Killing of a Sacred Deer (2017) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CQFdGfwChtw&pp=ygUkdGhlIGtpbGxpbmcgb2YgYSBzYWNyZWQgZGVlciB0cmFpbGVy A.O. Scott, ‘Review: ‘The Killing of a Sacred Deer’ Depicts Familiar Torment’, New York Times https://www.nytimes.com/2017/10/19/movies/the-killing-of-a-sacred-deer-review-colin-farrell-nicole-kidman.html The Banshees of Inisherin (2022) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uRu3zLOJN2c&pp=ygUaVGhlIEJhbnNoZWVzIG9mIEluaXNoZXJpbiA%3D Saltburn (2023)…

In this episode, Louis is joined by tennis ‘bad boy’ Nick Kyrgios. Beaming in from his home in Canberra, Australia, the pair discuss his love/hate relationship with the sport that made him famous, his well-publicised mental health battles and internet conspiracy theories. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links/Attachments: Good Trouble with Nick Kyrgios (Podcast) https://open.spotify.com/show/7iswYJAWYkeXLOmgSvlNlh?si=564f42f9346e4407 Break Point (Netflix) https://www.netflix.com/title/81569920 Open: An Autobiography, Andre Agassi (2010) https://harpercollins.co.uk/products/open-an-autobiography-andre-agassi?variant=32545747468366 Gods of Tennis (iPlayer, UK only) https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0fd5qk1 Credits: Producer: Millie Chu Assistant Producer: Emilia Gill Production Manager: Francesca Bassett Music: Miguel D’Oliveira Audio Mixer: Tom Guest Video Mixer: Scott Edwards Executive Producer: Arron Fellows A Mindhouse Production for Spotify www.mindhouse.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices.…

Louis sits down with glamour model, bestselling author and all-round media personality, Katie Price. Joining Louis in the Spotify studio, Katie reflects on her turbulent romantic life, her complicated relationship with cosmetic surgery and dressing up as clowns with Boris Johnson. Warnings: Strong language, frank discussions of sex and other adult content, including conversations about addiction and suicide. Links/Attachments: ‘Katie Price Exclusive with Piers Morgan’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6V1R-2h9k-U&t=152s ‘This is Me’, Katie Price (2024) https://www.bonnierbooks.co.uk/books/john-blake-publishing/this-is-me/ ‘Being Jordan: My Story’, Katie Price (2004) https://www.worldofbooks.com/en-gb/products/being-jordan-book-katie-price-9781844541324?sku=GOR000387198&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwmaO4BhAhEiwA5p4YL7U_ZzCOj4UjJdTlsh-vw2jE-eezcZzgGcG8JoeMD0gDr53SYkWg1BoCzMgQAvD_BwE ‘The Last Word’, Amy Price (2023) https://harpercollins.co.uk/products/the-last-word-amy-price?variant=40244984873038 Credits:…

Louis travels to the seaside town of Margate to meet iconic British artist, Dame Tracey Emin. During an afternoon spent in Tracey’s painting studio, the pair discuss her turbulent upbringing, what she thinks of her YBA contemporaries and how a cancer diagnosis changed her outlook on life. Warnings: Strong language, adult subject matter, including descriptions of sexual violence, and is intended for adult consumption only. Visit spotify.com/resources for information and resources. Links/Attachments: ‘Knighthoods and Damehoods’ - The Royal Family https://www.royal.uk/knighthoods-and-damehoods When Louis Met... - BBC (UK only) https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p0dyhkbw/when-louis-met ‘Young British Artists (YBAs)’ - Tate https://www.tate.org.uk/art/art-terms/y/young-british-artists-ybas ‘Lads, Gak and Union Jacks: The Oral History of ‘Cool Britannia’' https://www.vice.com/en/article/lads-gak-and-union-jacks-the-oral-history-of-cool-britannia/ ‘Illumination Media: Is Painting Dead?’ (original broadcast…

Louis chats to South African comedian, writer and television host, Trevor Noah. Dialling in from New York, Trevor shares his memories of growing up during Apartheid in Johannesburg, landing the ‘The Daily Show’, and becoming friends with Bill Gates. Warnings: Strong language, as well as adult themes including domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised. Visit spotify.com/resources for information and resources. Links/Attachments: Into the Uncut Grass, Trevor Noah (2024) https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/737120/into-the-uncut-grass-by-trevor-noah-illustrated-by-sabina-hahn/ ‘The Most Hated Family in America’, Louis Theroux Specials, iPlayer (UK only) https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b007clvf Mind Your Language (TV Series) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0075537/ Ikigai https://positivepsychology.com/ikigai/ AI For Good Lab Microsoft https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/research/group/ai-for-good-research-lab/ ‘The Great Mortality’, John Kelly (2005)…