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Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End

We Are L17 & Global

Legendary comedian Mo Gilligan sits down with a selection of the biggest names to find out how they got started, what they are up to now and the legacy they want to create. Mo chats with Jonathan Ross, Sh*ts N Gigs, Babatunde Aléshé, Emily Attak and many more. Listen to Beginning, Middle & End now, on Global Player. Go to globalplayer.com or search for Global Player on your app store.

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01:18:50

Footballer LEGEND, Joe Cole

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/11/19

This week, Mo Gilligan sits down with one of England’s most naturally gifted footballers:Joe Cole. From breaking through at West Ham as a teenage prodigy, to winning Premier League titles with Chelsea, to representing England atthree World Cups, Joe has lived the full spectrum of the beautiful game.In this episode, Joe opens up about:⚽Growing up in Paddington & Camden and learning football in London cages⚽Why he didn’t play academy football until age 11⚽The madness of Sunday League vs. stepping

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01:07:05

DJ MAK10

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/11/12

This week, Mo Gilligan sits down with the one and onlyDJ Mak 10— the original architect of the grime sound and heartbeat of the legendary N.A.S.T.Y Crew. From spinning vinyl in East London bedrooms to unitingWileyandDizzee Rascaltwo decades later, Mak 10’s story is pure UK music history.They dive into his roots growing up with five brothers, his dad’s reggae band influence, and the wild early days of pirate radio and sidewinders. Mak 10 opens up about taking grime back to the streets — literally —

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52:18

Singer/ Songwriter Leigh-Anne Pinnock

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/11/05

From girl group superstardom to carving her path as a solo artist, Leigh-Anne Pinnock sits down with Mo Gilligan to talk beginnings, balance, and being boldly independent. In this candid conversation, Leigh-Anne opens up about life after Little Mix, embracing motherhood, finding her creative freedom, and the lessons behind her powerful documentaryRace, Pop & Power.They dive into her musical roots, the pressure of fame, her evolving identity, and what it really means to be an artist on her own

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01:16:09

Kane Brown: Resilience, Real Talk, and the Art of...

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/10/29

This week onBeginning Middle End, Mo Gilligan sits down with one of the UK’s most authentic and resilient comedians — the legendaryKane Brown. From growing up in South London and becoming a father at 22, to building a property empire and then losing it all in the 2008 crash, Kane’s story is one of grit, growth, and finding laughter through life’s hardest lessons.He opens up about rediscovering himself through comedy, the power of self-belief, and building his own lane when the mainstream wouldn’t

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01:23:22

Tv Presenter Extraordinaire, Angellica Bell

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/10/22

This week, Mo sits down with the iconicAngellica Bell, whose 25-year career has made her one of British television’s most beloved presenters. FromCBBCtoThe One Show, Angellica opens up about her journey from paper rounds and McDonald’s shifts to primetime success.Mo and Angellica reflect on growing up black in British TV, breaking barriers, surviving live television, and staying grounded through it all.

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01:29:21

UK Stand Up Comedy Legend, SLIM

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/10/15

Comedy legendSlimjoinsMo Gilliganfor an unfiltered, laugh-out-loud conversation onThe Beginning, The Middle & The End. From driving London buses to performing at the Hollywood Comedy Store, Slim shares 30+ years of stories, lessons, and wisdom from one of the most influential careers in British comedy. Expect hilarious tales about his early gigs, his first ever set at Hackney Empire, wild Real Deal Comedy Jam tours, and how he went from the bus depot to the London Palladium.💬 It’s heartfelt,

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01:24:52

Comedian Scott Bennett

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/10/08

ne of the UK’s most loved comedians,Scott Bennett, brings hisNorthern charmandrazor-sharp observational witto Mo Gilligan’sBeginning, Middle & Endpodcast. In this episode, Scott gets real about:🔥From Product Designer to Comedy Star— how he quit his “safe” career to chase the stage.❤️Turning Family Struggle Into Strength— how his hit showBlood Sugar Babyraised awareness of his daughter’s rare genetic condition.😂Backstage Stories & Big Laughs— from smashing club gigs to touring with legends

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01:01:20

From Blueprints to BAFTAs: Adjani Salmon

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/10/01

BAFTA-winning actor, writer, and director Adjani Salmon joins Mo Gilligan to share his journey from studying architecture to becoming the creative force behindDreaming Whilst Black. Raised in Jamaica and returning to London at 18, Adjani reflects on cultural shifts, film school lessons, and the hustle of self-funding his web series that grew into one of the UK’s most acclaimed shows. He opens up about pressure, persistence, navigating the industry post-Black Lives Matter, and even making it

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01:20:08

Stand Up Comedian Rhys James

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/09/24

Comedian Rhys James joins Mo Gilligan onBeginning Middle Endto talk about his journey from Hertfordshire open mics to becoming one of the sharpest voices in UK stand-up. They dive into his awkward teenage years, disastrous romantic gestures, and how he hustled his way through comedy competitions and the Edinburgh Fringe. Rhys also opens up about finding his comic voice, surviving tough gigs, and what it’s like going from writing poetry for girls at school to writing a book,You’ll Like It When You

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01:13:10

Nick Helm: From One-Star Reviews to Rock Star Comedy

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/09/17

On this episode ofBeginning, Middle, End, Mo Gilligan sits down with comedian, musician, actor, and writerNick Helm— a true force of nature in British comedy. From his early days battling one-star reviews in Edinburgh, to breaking out with his explosive, music-fuelled stand-up and starring in the BAFTA-winning sitcomUncle, Nick shares the highs, lows, and lessons from his unique journey. Expect candid chat about the grind of the comedy circuit, the chaos of Edinburgh, finding his voice through

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01:25:25

Actor Adrian Lester - Choirboy to CBE

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/09/10

From choirboy to CBE, Adrian Lester’s journey is the stuff of legend. On this episode ofBeginning, Middle, End, Mo Gilligan sits down with the acclaimed actor to talk about growing up in Birmingham, discovering the power of performance in a church choir, and carving out a career that’s taken him from RADA to Olivier Awards, Hustle, and beyond. With stories of resilience, craft, and the lessons learned on stage and screen, Adrian reflects on legacy, longevity, and why he still loves the thrill of

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01:23:02

Aml Ameen

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/09/03

This week onThe Beginning, Middle and End Podcast, Mo Gilligan sits down with actor, writer, and directorAml Ameen— a man whose journey is as powerful as the roles he’s played.From bursting onto our screens in the cult-classicKidulthoodto holding his own onThe Bill, Aml takes us back to those early London days and the rise of Black British culture that shaped him. He opens up about the pride of returning home, the reality of fame across the Atlantic, and the unexpected ways his work has impacted

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01:02:08

The Extraordinary Rise of Victor Ray

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/08/27

Frombusking on the streets of Newcastleto selling out shows across the world, Victor Ray’s rise has been nothing short of extraordinary. On this week’sBeginning, Middle, Endwith Mo Gilligan, Victor opens up about his journey — from shy kid with a big voice to viral sensation, from wedding bands to international stages. He shares the grind of busking, the power of social media, the highs of touring, and his vision for the legacy he wants to leave behind. Inspiring, raw, and full of heart — this is

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01:15:12

TV Stand Up Comedian Emmanuel Sonubi

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/08/20

Comedian Emmanuel Sonubi joins Mo Gilligan on theBeginning, Middle & Endpodcast for a lively and revealing conversation about his journey from West End musical theatre performer and nightclub bouncer to award-nominated stand-up comedian. In this episode, Emmanuel shares hilarious and heartfelt stories — from surviving the infamous Comedy Store Gong Show just four gigs in, to touring internationally, to how a near-death experience on stage reshaped his life goals. With Mo’s trademark banter, the

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01:27:22

UK Music Icon: Wretch 32

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/08/13

UK rap icon Wretch 32 joins Mo Gilligan for a deep and inspiring conversation onBeginning, Middle & End. From pirate radio freestyles to chart-topping hits, Wretch reflects on his journey, the hustle behind the early grime scene, staying true to his lyrical craft, and the milestones that shaped him — from selling mixtapes by hand to performing on the Olympic stage. It’s an honest, funny, and thoughtful look at the beginning, middle, and legacy of one of Britain’s most respected wordsmiths.

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01:00:13

Laura Smyth: From Classrooms to Comedy Clubs

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/08/06

In this episode of The Beginning, Middle & End podcast, Mo Gilligan sits down with the wildly funny and deeply relatable Laura Smyth — former East London teacher turned award-winning comedian. Laura shares her incredible journey from raising a child solo in temporary housing to lighting up comedy stages across the UK. With raw honesty and riotous humour, she opens up about teaching teens, growing up in Forest Gate, and how she found her voice in stand-up — Expect big laughs, real talk, and East

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01:20:08

TV & RADIO LEGEND: Melvin Odoom

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/07/30

On this episode ofBeginning, Middle & End, Mo Gilligan is joined by the ever-charismatic Melvin Odoom — presenter, DJ, and all-round entertainer. From rave flyers in Lewisham to fronting national radio and TV, Melvin reflects on his come-up through community, culture, and a hustle that never quit. The pair talk pirate radio, the importance of friendship and representation, and how a Ghanaian household and the South London streets shaped a media career that’s spanned MTV toStrictly Come Dancing

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01:19:02

Tinie (Tempah): From Peckham to Platinum

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/07/23

In this powerful episode ofBeginning, Middle & End, Mo Gilligan sits down with British music pioneer Tinie Tempah for an unfiltered journey through fame, legacy, and cultural impact. From growing up in Peckham to topping charts with "Pass Out," Tinie opens up about trailblazing through fashion, music, and business while carrying the hopes of a generation. The pair reflect on shared Southeast London roots, the overlooked sacrifices behind success, and why Tinie’s influence on Black British

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01:04:49

Comedian and Actor: Tom Davis

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/07/16

This week onBeginning, Middle & End, Mo Gilligan sits down with the brilliant Tom Davis — the BAFTA-winning creator, writer, and star ofMurder in SuccessvilleandKing Gary. From his early days as a scaffolder and market stall hustler to commanding the screen inWonkaand working alongside Steven Graham in gripping dramas, Tom shares the graft, grit, and growth behind his rise. Expect deep laughs, raw stories from the building site, reflections on comedy, class, and creativity — plus tales from the

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01:17:12

Estelle!

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End ·

2025/07/09

In this soulful episode ofBeginning Middle End, Mo Gilligan is joined by the incomparable Estelle, who takes us on a journey from her vibrant childhood in West London to global stardom. With humour, grace, and candour, Estelle shares stories about growing up in a big Grenadian-Senegalese family, navigating the early days of the UK rap and R&B scene, and the magic behind creating her Grammy-winning hit “American Boy.” From faith and family to fashion and fame, Estelle opens up about her

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