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Great Company with Jamie Laing

Jampot Productions

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:10:45

SHIRLEY BALLAS: THE STRICTLY CURSE COULD HAPPEN ANYWHERE

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/12/11

Shirley Ballas is a powerhouse: she’s the only woman in history to win the British Open to the World Professional Latin Championships with two different partners, reaching the final an incredible 17 times, and now the head judge on Strictly Come Dancing. I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know Shirley during my time on Strictly, and I’ve always been struck by how truly fascinating her story is so I’m so pleased to have her on the show this week…Shirley’s journey began on a housing estate in

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56:51

ALIX EARLE: I CLOSED MYSELF TO LOVE FOR A LONG TIME

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/12/04

Skyrocketing to fame on TikTok in 2020, amassing millions of followers and securing the number eight spot on Rolling Stone’s 2024 list of the most influential creators, Alix Earle is a force to be reckoned with. She’s also been on my dream guest-list for a long time, so while I was in LA I was delighted to sit down with her…We began by connecting over our shared experiences with anxiety. Alix opened up about her first terrifying panic attack, which landed her in the hospital, and how she’s learned

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1:04:09

JAMES WATT: THE TYPO THAT COST ME £50-MILLION

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/11/27

James Watt - or the BrewDog guy - is a guest I’ve wanted on the show for a while as, with these podcasts, I’m always curious to find out who the person is behind the name… So who is James Watt? For me, he’s an impressive business head, for some he’s a guy who sells great beer, others will know him from controversies surrounding the running of the business, but I think if I were to ask him, he’s say he’s still a North Sea fisherman at heart.In order to answer this question, I reached out to an old

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48:35

LL COOL J: BECOMING THE GOAT

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/11/20

If you want to talk about OGs, you can’t get much better than LL Cool J; one of the earliest rappers to achieve commercial success, he’s gone on to star in movies, tv and after 11 years, he’s finally released another album and I was lucky enough to chat to him for today’s episode - what an insane honour.From a young age, LL Cool J knew music was his calling, but his journey to success was far from easy. At just four years old, he witnessed his father shoot his mother - an experience that shaped him,

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1:03:56

RIZZLE KICKS: MY ANXIETY PARALYSED ME

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/11/13

After reaching the heights of success so quickly, it all came crumbling down for Rizzle Kicks when Harley’s anxiety left him incapable of performing. In an attempt to help him, Jordan realised he too had demons to conquer. Now, almost ten years later, Rizzle Kicks are back! - and I was lucky enough to chat to them about the journey from then to now…Known as the quiet one, Harley opens up for the first time in a public space about his battles with his mental health, his OCD and how he found a way out

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1:06:32

EMILY ATACK: I'VE ONLY ENJOYED SEX A HANDFUL OF TIMES

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/11/06

From her breakout role as Charlotte inThe Inbetweenersand gracing the covers of lads’ mags, Emily Atack always knew she’d be famous but the level of attention that came with it wasn’t quite what she’d bargained for, especially when that attention has gotten nasty.Emily and I have been friends for some time but this is the first time I’ve seen her since becoming a mum so it was fantastic having the chance to chat to her about her career and how having a child has changed her world view. We chatted

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1:05:25

JON SOPEL: WHAT IT’S LIKE TO FLY WITH A PRESIDENT

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/10/30

Former BBC North America Editor, Jon Sopel spent eight years in Washington, D.C. covering the Obama administration, to Trump, and far too many mass shootings. He now hostsThe News Agentspodcast and I must admit, I was a little nervous to speak to Jon, as he’s such an experienced broadcaster and commentator, but the conversation was fantastic - he was warm, insightful and a great guide through some complex topics.We discussed the gun crisis in the states where there are, on average, 700x more deaths

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1:07:36

MUNYA CHAWAWA: TRUMP IS FALLING OUT OF A DICTATOR'S...

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/10/22

The news can be pretty overwhelming at times and the politics of it all can be confusing too but there are people who make it understandable and possible to engage with; Munya Chawawa’s satire is smart, it’s funny and it gets people talking. He, himself is smart and funny and I was keen to get him talking - he’s a guest I’ve been eager to speak to for a while so was delighted when he came into the studio to chat!At the start of his career, Munya was told he needed 30K followers be taken seriously,

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59:08

PROF. SARAH BERRY: MENOPAUSE CAUSES 10% OF WOMEN TO...

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/10/15

From increased risks of chronic diseases to sleepless nights and even leaving workplace, menopause can have a profound impact on women's lives —but what exactly is it? I’ll admit, I was embarrassed by how little I knew, despite knowing the word. That’s why I’m delighted to have leading expert and Chief Scientist at ZOE, Professor Sarah Berry, joining me for this special expert episode.Professor Berry breaks down the truth about HRT, debunking common myths and shedding light on the surprising

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56:26

RACHEL STEVENS: WHY I STRUGGLE TO OPEN UP

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/10/08

Imagine being scouted to be in one of the biggest bands of the 00s, going on to tour the globe and have thousands of fans worldwide, and then one day it all just stops. S Club 7 was a band I grew up with and until now, I’d ‘Never Had A Dream Come True…’Rachel Stevens has topped the charts in both a band and as a solo performer, but the imposter syndrome she was battling never faded. Speaking candidly about her experience in the industry and being constantly reduced to just her looks, she opens up

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1:01:38

SIMON GUNNING: SUICIDE IS THE BIGGEST KILLER OF...

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/10/01

‘How are you?’ - a question we don't ask enough, but one Simon Gunning wants us to ask more often. Ahead of World Mental Health Day, I’m joined by Simon, CEO of CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably), a charity dedicated to suicide prevention, raising awareness, and offering practical support. As an ambassador for CALM and someone who has had struggles with anxiety myself, this conversation means a lot to me, and one that is important to share.TW - this conversation contains discussion of suicide

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1:05:45

JACK WHITEHALL: THE TIME I PUSHED MY FATHER TOO FAR

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/09/24

Posh, tall and hilarious - believe it or not, I’m not describing myself - this week I have the wonderful Jack Whitehall joining me on the show. Jack and I have known each other for years, but in that time, his rise has been astronomical: from a gigging standup to the big screen, Jack is one of the most successful British comics of our day.Getting a friend on the show is always an interesting experience as I get to discover things I never knew - for instance Jack’s failed career in textiles, the

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1:03:58

ALAIN DE BOTTON: WE LOOK FOR FAMILIARITY NOT...

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/09/17

Alain de Botton views the world in a way that is profound yet easy to understand; a modern-day philosopher and essayist, he set up the School of Life, which explores self-understanding and aims to educate people on the aspects of life we don’t get taught at school - like relationships, careers, anxiety, ageing and so much more. I had the honour of sitting down with Alain to chat, and am so pleased it was recorded as I’ll be listening back to this episode aplenty.What is love? How do we navigate

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57:46

RAG'N'BONE MAN: THE ONLY OTHER JOB I'VE LOVED WAS...

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/09/10

The fastest-selling male album debut of the 2010s, winning two BRITs and touring with Shania Twain, you might expect Rag’n’Bone Man to be arrogant but Rory Graham is shy and self deprecating, seemingly unaware of his star - and therefore immediately likeable.Before the astronomical success of “Human”, Rory spent years in the underground music scene, alongside being a carer - the best job he’s had besides being a popstar. Rory and I chat about school bullies, and he opens up about losing his mum and

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59:35

ROBIN SHARMA: 90% OF YOUR HAPPINESS COMES FROM THE...

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/09/03

I'm not a big reader, but last year, I read a book called The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari and was so moved by it, I DM’d the author, never expecting a reply… Robin Sharma is an internationally renowned author and motivational speaker, who responds to DMs with kindness and time. This is the conversation that followed that DM…Finding your joy, embracing suffering and how constant optimism can come at a cost, Robin challenges conventional notions of success: having coached billionaires, he shares how his

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1:16:09

NICOLE VIGNOLA: ADHD AND ITS HIDDEN LINK TO DEPRESSION

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/08/27

What is ADHD? Are you born with it? How can it affect your life and the people around you? Nicole Vignola, neuroscientist and ADHD expert joins Jamie for an expert special episode of Great Company to talk all things ADHD.Branded as a naughty child, with difficulty regulating emotions and concentrating, Jamie was diagnosed with ADHD while at school, and later in life struggled with chasing thrills which left him feeling empty. With Nicole, Jamie asks all the questions he’s ever wanted answered about

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1:10:01

ROB RINDER: I DIDN'T FIT IN WITH MY FAMILY

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/08/20

Growing up in a space you don’t fit in; feeling like a fish out of water around your own family, Rob Rinder’s polished accent and loquacious tone might not point to his working class roots. Often mistaken for brothers, Rob’s background is starkly different from Jamie’s…Opening up, Rob discusses his attitude to privilege and the undeniable love he felt from parents who perhaps didn’t fully understand him.Concerned his sexuality might disappoint his single mother and Tottenham Hotspur obsessed father,

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1:10:01

WILL YOUNG: I DON'T NEED PITY FOR BEING SINGLE

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/08/13

From the heights of winning the original Pop Idol, to the depths of an anxiety disorder during his time on Strictly Come Dancing, Will Young is a stalwart of pop culture, selling over 10 million albums globally, winning two BRITs and an Olivier nomination.Having grown up watching him at weekends whilst at boarding school, Jamie chats to, Will, his Saturday night saviour about his experience at boarding school and the abuse he endured. The pair also discuss the impact of Will’s coming out as gay in

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1:03:47

EMILY CAMPBELL: WHAT I HAVE SACRIFICED TO GET TO THE...

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/08/06

How much does it cost to become an Olympic athlete? Equipment, kit, gym, a coach, competitions, travel and time to train. When funding is cut for a sport, it makes an already tough mountain all the more impossible to climb. Emily Campbell is one such athlete who had to self-fund her Olympic career and has gone on to become theonlyfemale Olympic medalist in British weightlifting history, winning Silver in Tokyo. Ahead of the Paris Games, she came into the studio for a candid chat with Jamie.Growing

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1:04:57

TRINNY WOODALL: I'LL BE MORE SUCCESSFUL IF THEY THINK...

Great Company with Jamie Laing ·

2024/07/30

Loneliness, grief and addiction juxtaposed by an incredible fearlessness and strength, beauty founder, Trinny Woodall became a household name in the 00s on our television screens, but now you’ll find her products from Trinny London all over the internet.From TV star to CEO, Trinny and Jamie have plenty to talk about, from building a brand to enormous television success, Trinny’s path has not been straightforward; starting on the trading floor, she hit rock bottom at 26 with an addiction to drugs

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