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Inspirational life-stories with journalist Helen Fospero.
As a journalist, l’ve reported on and presented a wide-range of TV programmes and continue to meet incredible people – a podcast series offered a fantastic new challenge with no shortage of ideas for guests. With such a simple brief to work with, I knew I could introduce a natural mix of inspirational people, business leaders, celebrities and find a home for those without necessarily a high profile but with interesting lives worthy of airtime.
Helen chats to Dr Maria Kempinska MBE – founder of Jongleurs Comedy Clubs Maria Kempinska helped launch the careers of many of today’s top comedians including Rory Bremner, Eddie Izzard, Graham Norton & Lee Mack. She gave up her own dreams of performing on stage to open her first club in 1983 where many of…
Helen chats to popular TV personality Nick Hewer The Apprentice & Countdown star Nick Hewer talks about stepping down from C4’s popular afternoon quiz-show after a decade at the helm. Nick shares surprising & amusing stories from his autobiography ‘My Alphabet – A Life From A-Z’ including working with Lord Sugar; eye watering adventures on…
Helen chats to elite performance expert Ruben Tabares Ruben Tabares – one of the world’s most sought-after health & wellness gurus – offers simple & achievable goals to help us all get & stay fit. Ruben shares incredible stories of training former World Heavyweight Boxing champion David Haye to victory; getting Hollywood actor Jeremy Piven…
Helen chats to broadcaster Lorraine Kelly CBE Lorraine Kelly talks about the privilege of broadcasting throughout the pandemic & the importance of keeping the nation’s spirits up even when she felt low & anxious at times. Lorraine chats about her incredible 35 years in the industry; the major stories she’s covered; the celebrities she’s interviewed…
Helen chats to Michelin starred chef Tom Kerridge Chef Tom Kerridge calls for a Ministry for Hospitality to help the industry get back on its feet after the pandemic & an end to politicians calling low-paid workers “low-skilled”. Tom & Helen discuss their shared passion for saving Britain’s pubs, subject of his latest BBC2 series,…
Helen chats to the inventor of the iconic Brompton Bicycle, Andrew Ritchie MBE Andrew Ritchie MBE shares the fascinating story of how he invented the now iconic folding Brompton Bicycle 45 years ago in his bedroom overlooking London’s Brompton Oratory. Whip rounds from friends got him started & set him off on what he describes…
Helen chats to Charlie Mayhew MBE – CEO & Founder of Tusk As Tusk celebrates 30 years as one of the world’s leading conservation charities, Charlie Mayhew says having Prince William as a Royal patron from the early days has been of immense value to conservation in general & the projects Tusk supports. Charlie shares…
Helen chats to comedy actress & entrepreneur Cleo Rocos Cleo Rocos, who shot to fame starring alongside comedy legend Kenny Everett in the eighties, tells Helen about growing her award-winning tequila brand from scratch including trips to Mexico working in the fields with the jimadores on the agave harvest. Cleo also reminisces about life on…
Helen chats to one of the nation’s favourite actors, Neil Stuke. In this week’s Convex Conversation, actor & man of Kent Neil Stuke talks about his roles in everything from Silk & Dr Foster to Silent Witness, Dr Who & Game On. He also shares his passion for community & saving the great British pub;…
Helen chats to Hilary Evans – CEO of Alzheimer’s Research UK In this week’s Convex Conversation, Hilary Evans talks about the pioneering research the charity is leading to find effective treatments for Alzheimer’s. Digital fingerprints could lead to early detection and treatments years before symptoms even show. Actor & supporter Samuel L Jackson speaks movingly…
Helen chats to food & travel writer John Gregory-Smith John takes us on a culinary journey to some of the incredible places he’s visited & the dishes he’s brought back to share in his beautiful cookery books. Middle Eastern & North African food are a favourite & John’s cooking films have inspired many on Instagram. He…
Helen chats to Google’s Crystal Eisinger Crystal is responsible for social media for Google UK, at just 30, her contribution to the tech & media world has already been recognised in a series of awards. Crystal shares her leadership style; the secrets to driving positive change by being ‘more pirate’ & reveals she’s writing a…
