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Invite Only
by Laura Armstrong and Janine Yaqoob
Have you ever wondered what a celebrity is like when the camera isn't rolling? Or what the real story behind that headline is? The Sunday Mirror's Invite Only podcast takes you behind the scenes for our biggest interviews and gives you the inside scoop on the showbiz stories that the world is talking about. In a brand new series, editors of the No Filter column Laura Armstrong and Janine Yaqoob discuss all the celebrity gossip you haven't read - and welcome some of their favourite celebs for incredible specials.
Episodes
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Juggling Strictly, EastEnders and a house move: will the Glitterball trophy become Jamie Borthwick's special housewarming gift?
Juggling Strictly, EastEnders and a house move is certainly keeping Jamie Borthwick busy. Find out what's powering him through - and the special housewarming gift he'd love for his new pad - in this chat with his dance partner Michelle Tsiakkas and Invite Only's Janine Yaqoob. The EastEnders...
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Comedian Shazia Mirza on Celebrity SAS, Asian representation, and dealing with tough crowds
Trailblazing comedian Shazia Mirza is used to tough crowds as part of her career: first, working as a teacher in Tower Hamlets, and later as a successful stand-up comedian, performing to audiences across the world. So when she appeared as a contestant on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, Shazia…
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Wynne Evans and Katya Jones on THAT Mrs Doubtfire dance and what to expect on this week's Strictly Come Dancing
Everyone is taking about Wynne Evans and Katya Jones' Mrs Doubtfire-inspired cha cha on last weekend's Strictly Come Dancing. The Welsh opera singer, known for his role as Gio Compario in the GoCompare adverts, donned the wig, glasses and stockings to play the character during Movie Week for the...
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Behind the scenes at Strictly Come Dancing with dancing duo JB Gill and Amy Dowden
Waltzing into the Invite Only podcast are Strictly Come Dancing duo JB Gill and Amy Dowden, giving us a behind the scenes look at the competition direct from their rehearsals. JB tells the podcast that his JLS bandmate Aston Merrygold wants him to "go all the way this year", sharing tips on how…
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Get in, losers: the cast of Mean Girls share their most 'fetch' moments in the West End hit show
In the words of the iconic Regina George from the 2004 classic Mean Girls: "Get in, losers!" The cast of the Mean Girls musical, the hit West End show playing at the Savoy, share all of their backstage gossip with the Invite Only podcast. Stars Cady Heron (playing Charlie Burn), Georgina Castle...
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Sam Quek on her Strictly Come Dancing journey so far
Sam Quek opens up about her Strictly journey so far.. and how the secret of her casting sent her husband Tom into a real panic. She admits that she’s hoping to ‘re-find her glamorous side' on the show after becoming a parent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Spencer Matthews opens up about his epic Great Desert Challenge for Global’s Make Some Noise
The 36-year-old reality star took part in an epic task across the Jordanian desert in the peak of summer for Global's Make Some Noise charity He opens up about what it was really like to run 30 marathons in 30 days across Jordan desert for charity - and how the journey has transformed his life.…
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Jenni Falconer on working with stars like Clint Eastwood, Tom Cruise and Ben Shephard
She's been on telly and radio interviewing A-list celebrities for 30 years, but did you know that Jenni Falconer got her big break on Blind Date? We take a look back on her amazing career and working with stars like Clint Eastwood, Tom Cruise and Ben Shephard. The radio host and This Morning...
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Tom Walker on nearly quitting music while working on his new album
He's got a Brit Award and has sold millions of records, but Tom Walker says he thought about quitting music while working on his soon-to-be-released album. We've heard it and we're so glad he didn't! The Scottish singer-songwriter joins Laura and Janine on the Invite Only podcast to chat about…
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Paralympics special: Milly Pickles, Ed Jackson, Billy Monger, and Jodie Ounsley
In a special episode to mark the Paralympics in Paris, Laura and Janine speak to athletes Milly Pickles, Ed Jackson, Billy Monger, and Jodie Ounsley about the Games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Paralympian swimmer and gold medallist Ellie Simmonds opens up about her adoption journey
Gold medal-winning swimmer Ellie Simmonds is her loving retirement and inspiring the next wave of Paralympians. In an exclusive interview with the Invite Only podcast, she tells us who to keep an eye out for at this month's games. She also opens up about her hopes to foster and her own adoption...
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Pop favourite Pixie Lott on releasing new music for the first time in 10 years
Pop favourite Pixie Lott’s wedding to Oliver Cheshire - in THAT Schiaparelli dress - was the stuff that dreams are made of. But in an exclusive interview with the Daily Mirror’s Invite Only podcast, she tells us about the secrets you didn’t see in the Vogue photoshoot. The singer is returning…
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BGT winner Sydnie Christmas on hitting back at keyboard warriors
Britain's Got Talent winner Syndie Christmas tells the Invite Only podcast about her time on the hit ITV show, her dream to star in the West End, and how she has faced vicious trolls online. The actress and singer has the highest praise for her golden buzzer judge Amanda Holden - saying she is so...
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Strictly's Shirley Ballas on her stalker hell and the allegations of "abuse" against professional dancer Giovanni Pernice
Strictly queen Shirley Ballas knows her way around a sequin, but she's no stranger to the dark side of fame. She joins us on Invite Only and reveals she was so fearful of her alleged stalker that she called in police. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Invite Only - Trailer
In a brand new series, editors of the No Filter column Laura Armstrong and Janine Yaqoob discuss all the celebrity gossip you haven't read - and welcome some of their favourite celebs for incredible specials. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Giovanna Fletcher on parenthood, cancer scares, and her friendship with Catherine, the Princess of Wales
On this week's Invite Only podcast, Giovanna Fletcher shares the beautiful story behind her friendship with Kate, the Princess of Wales, saying: “From the first time I met her, until now, I’m blown away by her ability to connect with everyone.” The actor, author and podcaster - a longstanding...
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Actress Claire Sweeney on Coronation Street, Dancing on Ice, and conquering perimenopause-induced fears
Actress Claire Sweeney tells the Invite Only podcast how her “body has changed before her eyes” as she talks conquering perimenopause-induced fears and how her Dancing on Ice costumes helped boost her confidence. The Coronation Street star also issues a powerful update on her love life saying she...
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Strictly Come Dancing's Anton Du Beke and Giovanni Pernice on their decades-long bromance
Strictly Come Dancing’s Anton Du Beke says he spends more time with friend and fellow dancer Giovanni Pernice than his wife as the pair open up about their decade-long bromance on our Invite Only podcast. Giovanni also breaks his silence on partner Amanda Abbington's dramatic exit, insisting he...
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Hollyoaks besties Jorgie Porter and Kieron Richardson on parenthood, abuse, and partying with Elton John
This week on the Invite Only podcast, Laura and Nicola interview Hollyoaks favourites Jorgie Porter and Kieron Richardson with a special guest, Jorgie's son Forrest! Jorgie opens up to us about her return to Hollyoaks and her plans for another child with fiancé Ollie. Meanwhile Kieron talks about...
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Eastenders star Danielle Harold on her time in the I'm A Celebrity jungle - and how it sparked a flood of male attention
Eastenders actress Danielle_Harold reveals on the Invite Only podcast that her I'm A Celeb jungle stint has sparked a flood of male attention - after she joked on the show how she “couldn’t even get a man to get her a cup of tea”. The actress, who plays Lola Pearce-Brown in the BBC soap, also...
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Strictly Come Dancing stars Janette and Aljaz on returning to dancing after the birth of their daughter Lyra
Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Janette Manrara opens up about the bond she and Aljaz Skorjanec with their daughter Lyra, saying they are still in awe of her. In an emotional joint interview with the Invite Only podcast, the Strictly: It Takes Two star goes on to admit the connection...
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Mollie Pearce on The Traitors, Claudia Winkleman, and breaking down stigma around stoma bags and disability
Mollie Pearce tells the Invite Only podcast how Claudia Winkleman privately comforted her after she was left devastated by The Traitors winner Harry Clark's trickery. The model and campaigner admits she’s still plagued by nightmares about the show but is grateful for the experience, which has...
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Sara Davies on secret supper clubs with her Dragons' Den stars, supporting Strictly's Amy Dowden, and not recognising Gary Neville
Sara Davies tells the Invite Only podcast about how she supported Amy Dowden through her breast cancer battle as the much-loved pro dancer took an emotional step back from Strictly Come Dancing. The entrepreneur also gives a sneak peak into life behind the scenes on Dragons' Den with secret…
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Will.i.am on working with Britney Spears, lunch with Lady Gaga, and a potential collab with a very different Fergie
Super producer will.i.am has opened up about Britney Spears’ fight for freedom, saying he believes she’ll never quit music and may even tour again. He also has high praise for the Britney Army - even if they haven't always seen eye to eye. The Voice UK judge also exclusively tells us all about…
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Jo Wood on modelling, the rock and roll years and Strictly
In a candid chat about her love life, entrepreneur Jo confesses that she would rather stay single than be taken advantage of again. The 68-year-old recalls a particularly telling encounter she had with one boyfriend just before lockdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
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Front row for Kylie's first Vegas residency
Laura makes a last-minute dash to Las Vegas for the very first night of Kylie's Las Vegas residency. It's a time zone nightmare when she catches up with Nicola (10am UK time) after the show (3am Vegas time) to breakdown the Pop Princess' bold new show, chat about Britney's new ally and first...
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Dame Kelly Holmes on coming out, mental health and lockdown love
Kelly Holmes opens up about finding love after bravely coming out last year. The double Olympic champion is now dating a fellow fitness fan named Louise, who she has asked to move in with her. Ahead of the release of new memoir, Unique, she talks with Nicola and Laura about her struggles during...
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Samantha Barks on Mamma Mia show, Hollywood and the life of a West End Star
The 'Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream' judge says she jumped at the chance to appear on the new ITV show to prove to all the wannabes that winning really isn’t everything. Samantha joins Nicola and Laura to talk TV talent shows, the gruelling schedule of life on the West End and acting with Hollywood...
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McFly on being more rock 'n' soul
Invite Only welcomed Harry, Dougie, Tom and Danny during a break in rehearsals for the upcoming McFly tour. The four-piece reveal how they let loose after their adrenaline-fuelled shows and what fans can expect from the tour. Nicola and Laura ask them about their bucket lists, Tom talks about the...
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Siva Kaneswaran on gruelling Celebrity SAS challenges
The Wanted's Siva sits down with Nicola and Laura to discuss the gruelling challenges of taking part in the Channel 4 show. He talks about needing therapy after Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, how he remains inspired by late bandmate Tom Parker and doing 8 shows a week on the tour of musical, La...
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Cher, Eternal, Kylie and more
Laura Armstrong and Nicola Fahey discuss the hottest showbiz stories of the week - including our bombshell news that music legend Cher is planning live performances in Las Vegas, the latest twist in the ongoing drama between Louise and her Eternal bandmates and Strictly star Ellie Leach’s secret...
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In-depth interview: Anton Du Beke
Welcome to the very first episode of the Sunday Mirror's Invite Only showbiz podcast! Every Sunday we will be giving you the inside scoop on the showbiz stories the world is talking about, and taking you behind the scenes for our biggest interviews. And for our first show, we have steered into...
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Invite Only trailer
Coming soon, from The Sunday Mirror's No Filter team... Have you ever wondered what a celebrity is like when the camera isn't rolling? Or what the real story behind that headline is? The Sunday Mirror's Invite Only podcast takes you behind the scenes for our biggest interviews and gives the…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Have you ever wondered what a celebrity is like when the camera isn't rolling? Or what the real story behind that headline is?
The Sunday Mirror's Invite Only podcast takes you behind the scenes for our biggest interviews and gives you the inside scoop on the showbiz stories that the world is talking about.
In a brand new series, editors of the No Filter column Laura Armstrong and Janine Yaqoob discuss all the celebrity gossip you haven't read - and welcome some of their favourite celebs for incredible specials.
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Laura Armstrong and Janine Yaqoob
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How many episodes does Invite Only have?
Invite Only currently has 33 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Invite Only about?
Have you ever wondered what a celebrity is like when the camera isn't rolling? Or what the real story behind that headline is? The Sunday Mirror's Invite Only podcast takes you behind the scenes for our biggest interviews and gives you the inside scoop on the showbiz stories that the world is...
How often does Invite Only release new episodes?
Invite Only has 33 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts Invite Only?
Invite Only is created and hosted by Laura Armstrong and Janine Yaqoob.
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