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White Wine Question Time
by Kate Thornton
Kate Thornton's White Wine Question Time is the podcast that brings together well-known friends, three glasses of wine and three thought-provoking questions. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before. Join us weekly for something new, or feel free to dive into our cellar of over 450 incredible episodes - all as enjoyable and relevant to listen to now as when they were first recorded. If you'd like to say hi you can send us an email any time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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NEW EPISODE: White Wine Legend Oz Clarke
Without Oz Clarke there might not be a White Wine Question Time. Is possible we'd have called this podcast Gin & Tonic Question Time (Coming soon to a podcast platform near you!) It's absolutely fair to say that Oz, alongside Jilly Goolden, changed the we we drink. But wine tasting was a skill…
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NEW EPISODE: Sir Derek Jacobi
We're adding another national treasure to the White Wine Question Time collection - Sir Derek Jacobi. Ahead of his two-man show (he'll be sharing the stage with his husband of 48 years Richard Clifford) we caught up with the pair to talk about Derek's 60+ year career as an actor, their...
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NEW EPISODE: Jake Humphrey
By any measure Jake Humphrey is a High Performer - whether it's his highly accomplished career as a TV presenter, the TV Production company (Whisper) he co-owns with a turnover of £100m+, or the collection of podcasts under the 'High Performance' umbrella. But his story is much more fascinating...
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NEW EPISODE: Billy Monger
How can you NOT be inspired by Billy Monger. In his new book Billy is encouraging young people to find their drive, to challenge themselves and maximise their potential. All from a young man who became a double-amputee just before his 18th birthday, but thanks to his own incredible drive, as well...
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NEW EPISODE: Rev. Richard Coles
What a joy it is to have Reverend Richard Coles back on the podcast. His new book (a novella!) A Carol and a Killing is out now In this chat we talk about his extraordinarily high testosterone count, swearing at bus drivers and getting a dog. None of these were on our list of questions at the…
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NEW EPISODE: Best Selling Author Jodi Picoult
We're back! And back with a bang. My Sister's Keeper Small Great Things The Pact Nineteen Minutes These are just some of the massive best-sellers written by my guest in this episode, Jodi Picoult. If you haven't read her books - just consider this; In 2017 Jodi was named in the Top 10 Harvard...
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Have you missed us? WWQT Returns...
How was your summer? Big news from WWQT - Kate has a dog - and he's called George Michael. We're so excited about this next run of conversations. We're already making plans for this autumn/winter which includes a massive landmark - our 500th episode. We're back on Thursday 17th September. See you...
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#500 EPISODES: Amanda Holden, Angela Griffin & Nicola Stephenson (Ep#3)
We've rewound all the way back to the beginning this week - and the first month of the podcast. The original billing read: "Kate Thornton poses three questions to three well-known faces over three glasses of wine. On this episode: Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden, The Worst Witch star...
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#500 EPISODES: Carol McGiffin & Lisa Maxwell (Ep#6)
What's that you want one of the very first shows? How about episode 6 featuring Loose Women's Carol McGiffin & Lisa Maxwell. We're not joking there's a whole section about how to use the new technology of 'the internet' It's not long now until we return with brand new episodes - so if you haven't...
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#500 EPISODES: Lemn Sissay & Lisa Faulkner
This is one of most beautiful and most emotional episodes we've ever made. It's actually from later in the first year of the podcast (October 2019) but we really wanted to play it again for you - here's how we described it at the time. Original billing for this episode: In one of our favourite...
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#500 EPISODES: Lisa Stansfield & Friends (Ep#12)
Another trip down memory lane as we spend the Summer reliving some of our earliest episodes. The original billing of this episode read: Join Kate Thornton as she poses three questions to three well-known friends over three glasses of wine. On this episode, we’re joined by pop icon Lisa Stansfield...
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#500 EPISODES: Josie Gibson & Malin Andersson (Ep#18)
Welcome back to White Wine Question Time - and our summer of reflection. It's a while since we've listened to some of these episodes - and today's comes from friends Josie Gibson & Malin Andersson. We say friends - but their friendship had played out entirely through social media - what you're...
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#500 EPISODES: Tamzin Outhwaite, Louie Spence & Lucy Alexander (#Ep7)
Ready for another deep cut? With our 500th episode fast approaching we're rewinding back to the very origins of the podcast - and today we've hit episode SEVEN. It's a good one - with three people who first met at drama college and have been friends ever since. This is how the episode was...
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#500 EPISODES: Denise Welsh & friends (Ep #4)
Content warning: There is lots of honest discussion about mental health and mental illness is this episode - it's all first hand experience, but it might be a difficult listen for some. Another DEEP dive into the archive as we prepare for our 500th episode. Corrie veteran Denise Welch, No Limits...
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#500 EPISODES: Keith Lemon, Joe Swash & Chris Moyles (#Ep 8)
Welcome to White Wine Question Time - and we're heading DEEP into the archive this Summer to revisit some of our very first episodes. Before we tell you about today's - we should mention it's DEFINITELY one for the adults only - this isn't an episode for a family car journey down to the coast!...
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#500 EPISODES: All Saints (Ep#5)
We're fast approaching episode #500 so we're revisiting some of the very first episodes of White Wine Question Time. Next stop on our trip down memory lane is Episode #4 from February 2018 featuring three of All Saints - Nic Appleton, Mel Blatt and Shaznay Lewis We're listening to all of our...
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#500 EPISODES: Ep#1 Revisited
Welcome to White Wine Question Time - the podcast that these days asks its guests three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine. BUT that wasn't always the case. Originally this podcast was conceived as three guests, and three BOTTLES of wine in every episode. So as we approach our...
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NEW EPISODE: Natalie Cassidy on Hun Status and Life-Changing Calls
Natalie Cassidy is having a moment - last month she appeared on stage at The Mighty Hoopla in a wedding dress playing the trumpet - a nod to her many years as Sonia Fowler in EastEnders. Her status as one of the younger huns is surely undeniable and she's now playing a leading role in Ricky...
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Sam Neill - A Reflection on a Life Well Lived
It was with great sadness that we heard the news on Monday that Sam Neill had died at the age of 78. Sam was a guest on White Wine Question Time last year - and so this week we're bringing you that conversation. He was full of enthusiasm, and such a great storyteller. We'll be pouring a glass and...
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NEW EPISODE: Fern Britton on empty nesting, Rivals and missed opportunites
In the 8+ years of this pod we haven't invited many guests back for a second appearance - but we knew we had to make an exception for Fern Britton. Small screen royalty Fern is a TV pioneer and a woman we can ALL learn from. Now living in Cornwall, writing her incredibly successful novels and…
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FROM THE CELLAR: Jack Dee
We do like to ponder our selections from the cellar - and when we finished recording Seann Walsh we knew exactly who to pair his episode with - so please enjoy a bottle of the finest Jack Dee. Jack joined us back in 2024 to talk about what was then his new podcast with Seann 'For the Love of Dog'…
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NEW EPISODE: Seann Walsh's I'm A Celebrity insight.
Seann Walsh doesn't want us to mention his tour merchandise in these show notes (you'll hear why) so instead here's his tour schedule. There's so much more to Seann than the headlines you've inevitably read, and it was great to sit down with him for a chat about parenting, perspective and why…
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FROM THE CELLAR: Judy Murray
Is the Wimbledon music playing constantly in your head this week? Do you smirk at the suggestion of 'new balls please'? Is Today at Wimbledon a must watch? If so you'll love what we've selected from our archive to bring you today. Judy Murray has been the matriarch of British tennis over the past...
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NEW EPISODE: Naga Munchetty on Pain, Persistence & Medical Misogyny
Naga Munchetty has been on our wish-list for a long time, and we're thrilled to have her as the guest on this episode. Her new book It’s Probably Nothing: Critical Conversations on the Women’s Health Crisis (and How to Thrive Despite It) is out now and it's a strong recommend. It exposes the…
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FROM THE CELLAR: DJ Fat Tony
Fancy a classic interview from our cellar? Well you're in the right place. A couple of years ago we spoke to DJ Fat Tony - who might not be a household name - but BOY has he seen and done it all, and by all, we mean ALL. It's an extraordinary, and often shocking story, so strap in! We'll be back...
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WEEKEND WINE QUESTION TIME: Vicky Pattison
Welcome back to part 2 of our chat with Vicky Pattison - and if you've seen any of Vicky's series Maybe Baby you'll know that her discussions around parenting can be extremely honest and emotional. Here Vicky answers one of YOUR questions - and it concerns fertility and starting a family. There…
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NEW EPISODE: Vicky Pattison on the women who saved her life
This week it's a WELCOME BACK to Vicky Pattison - she's completing her hat-trick of episodes, and it's quite an emotional one. In this part we chat about the women who she credits as saving her life, her reflections on reality television and her approach to the haters. We always love having Vicky...
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FROM THE CELLAR: Gabby Logan
Continuing our mini-series of World Cup inspired episodes from our archive - this week it's the turn of the Gabby Logan - she'll be fronting much of the BBC's coverage this Summer, but we caught up last year and spoke our plenty more than just the beautiful game! Come on England... and Scotland!...
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WEEKEND WINE QUESTION TIME: Ben Shephard
Weekend Wine Question time is our little cheeky top-up for the best days of the week - where YOU set the questions. If you'd like to submit a question for any of our guests then just send us a DM or an email to [email protected] Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
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Ben Shephard's For Skin, Empty Nesting & Being Fit at 50
WARNING: This episode contains mentions of Ben Shephard's For Skin. For the avoidance of ANY doubt - For Skin is the name of his new skincare brand (with Joel Dommett) but it's funny to say... and Kate says it A LOT in this episode. This is Ben's second appearance on the podcast and he's always...
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FROM THE CELLAR: Jeff Stelling
With the World Cup starting this week we've popped down to the cellar to bring you a true icon of the game. Jeff Stelling is a legend of sports broadcasting - as the host of Sky Sports' Soccer Saturday his passion for football was infectious. This conversation took place in 2025 ahead of a…
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WEEKEND WINE QUESTION TIME with Andrea McLean
Part 2 of our inspiring conversation with Andrea McLean. If you missed part one you can find it in our list of episodes. This is episode 490 of the podcast... so if you've enjoyed this, please check out some of our recent episodes there's something in there for everyone. Cheers! Hosted on Acast....
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Andrea McLean embraces failure and overcomes shame
Hold onto your wine glasses, because this episode is a rollercoaster of mishaps, massive setbacks, and the true power of resilience. Andrea McLean spills the tea about her journey from a TV star to surviving financial ruin, and a really serious health scare, and emerging with a new, shameless…
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FROM THE CELLAR: Delta Goodrem
Welcome to White Wine Question Time, where on Tuesdays we dust off some of our very best episodes from the cellar. Following her recent Eurovision success, and the announcement of her first album in 5 years, we're revisiting my conversation with singer, songwriter, and actress Delta Goodrem from...
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WEEKEND WINE QUESTION TIME with Ben Elton
Welcome back for another question & answer session with Ben Elton - this time the question is from one of YOU. Find out how Ben Elton got into comedy, how he sees entry to the industry today, and what advice he has for young comics. We hope you're enjoying these Saturday brunch episodes... let us...
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Ben Elton on The Beatles, Blackadder and the Burn of Criticism
We need a legend alarm... if we had one - we'd be sounding it right now. Ben Elton is not just a comedy legend who helped redefine stand-up comedy. He's not just the brains behind one of the greatest TV comedies of all time. He's not just a prolific author whose books tackle subjects as diverse…
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FROM THE CELLAR: Sir Tony Robinson
We have a cunning plan! Every week we dive into our archive of almost 500 episodes to bring you some gems from the past EIGHT years. Today - it's one of the great entertainers. Whether you first saw Tony as Baldrick in Blackadder, or as the passionate presenter of Time Team, or whether you read…
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WEEKEND WINE QUESTION TIME with Victoria Pendleton
Welcome to Weekend Wine Question Time, where on Saturdays we bring you a bonus question with our latest guest. This week it's British Olympian Victoria Pendleton. Keep an eye on our Instagram page @whitewine_questiontime for upcoming guest announcements, and drop us a DM if you have a question...
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Victoria Pendleton on courage, stepping stones, and defying the odds
Welcome to White Wine Question Time, where on Thursdays we raise a glass with a brand new guest. This week we welcome British cyclist & Olympian Victoria Pendleton to the show to talk about courage, stepping stones in her career, and defying the odds. Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss our...
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BONUS EPISODE: STRICTLY'S NEW HOST JOSH WIDDECOMBE
After yesterday's announcement that Josh Widdecombe is taking over the Clauditorium (new name needed... answers on a postcard!) here's another chance to hear our conversation with Josh from earlier this year. Congratulations to Josh, and Emma Willis and Johannes Radebe - the new kings and queens…
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FROM THE CELLAR: Monty Don
Welcome to White Wine Question Time, where on Tuesdays we dust off some of our very best episodes from the cellar. As it’s the first day of the Chelsea Flower Show, we’re revisiting my conversation from 2023 with horticulturist, broadcaster, and writer Monty Don. We'll hear about how he flunked…
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WEEKEND WINE QUESTION TIME: Dave Rowntree
Happy Weekend! It's Saturday so we're handing the questions over to YOU. If you'd like to ask any of our upcoming guests a question - you can email us on [email protected] - you can find a list of some of our next guests on our instagram page. Cheers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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Blur Drummer Dave Rowntree
Joining us a couple of days after his 62nd Birthday is one of the icons of BritPop. As the drummer in Blur he had a front row seat for the 90s music scene, and thankfully he had the forethought to photograph a lot of it. Now collated into a book 'No One You Know' he's in a nostalgic mood, and in...
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FROM THE CELLAR: Kelly Cates
Welcome to White Wine Question Time, where on Tuesdays we dust off some of our very best episodes from the cellar. Ahead of the FA Cup final this week, we’re revisiting my conversation from 2025 with broadcaster Kelly Cates, talking about football, family, and forging her own path. Make sure you...
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Actor Jason Watkins on RADA, relationships and reality TV
Welcome back to White Wine Question Time Our guest today is the brilliant actor Jason Watkins, and this is a great conversation that starts with his incredible ancestry, and takes in his time studying at RADA, what he's learned about relationships and his reflections on the loss of his daughter…
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WEEKEND WINE QUESTION TIME with Ellie Simmonds
Welcome to Weekend Wine Question Time, where on Saturdays we bring you a bonus question with our latest guest. This week it's 5 times gold medal winning Paralympian Ellie Simmonds. Keep an eye on our Instagram page @whitewine_questiontime for upcoming guest announcements, and drop us a DM if you...
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Ellie Simmonds on forgiveness, retirement, and speaking up
Welcome to White Wine Question Time, where on Thursdays we raise a glass with a brand new guest. This week we welcome 5 times gold medal winning British Paralympian Ellie Simmonds to the show to talk about forgiveness, retirement, speaking up, and reconnecting with her birth mum. Make sure you...
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APRIL FOOLS: Ellie Taylor
Welcome to White Wine Question Time, where on Tuesdays we dust off some of our very best episodes from the cellar. This month it's all about our favourite April Fools - the very best funny women and men we've raised a glass with. You'll hear from Joe Lycett, Katharine Ryan, Stewart Lee, and Ellie...
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Scarlett Moffatt I'm A Celeb Special
Welcome to White Wine Question Time, where usually on Thursdays we raise a glass with a brand new guest, but this week is a little bit different... Owing to Kate's broken shoulder we couldn't bring you a brand new episode this week, but we do have some additional chat from our episode with the...
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APRIL FOOLS: Stewart Lee
Welcome to White Wine Question Time, where on Tuesdays we dust off some of our very best episodes from the cellar. This month it's all about our favourite April Fools - the very best funny women and men we've raised a glass with. You'll hear from Joe Lycett, Katharine Ryan, Stewart Lee (this...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Kate Thornton's White Wine Question Time is the podcast that brings together well-known friends, three glasses of wine and three thought-provoking questions. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before.
Join us weekly for something new, or feel free to dive into our cellar of over 450 incredible episodes - all as enjoyable and relevant to listen to now as when they were first recorded.
If you'd like to say hi you can send us an email any time.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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