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Adam joins Genevieve to reminisce about his rise to fame on Man v Food and chats about the phenomenon and legacy of the show. He talks about how the food challenges took a toll on his body, dealing with overfamiliar fans, transcendent food experiences  and the real reason he stepped away from the show. Plus, Adam explains his love of British football, returning to his theatre roots and opens up about the hard lessons he's learned from social media. *Please note this episode contains swearing. If you've been affected by anything discussed in this episode, you can contact Rape Crisis in the UK and Rainn in the US. ===== You can watch Adam’s shows on the History Channel and of course catch all the reruns of Man v Food locally. And do check out his cookery book, Straight Up Tasty. =====    If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  And please consider donating to support the show! Visit celebritycatchup.com for more details.       If you'd like to say hello, you can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

Darren joins Genevieve to reminisce about his rise to fame and monster success in Savage Garden before splitting and forging a solo career. In an open and honest chat, he explains why he quietly quit the music industry in 2012 and why he's now ready to take it on again - as his true self. He also talks about being a parent to an Instagram dog, studying comedy for three years and his foray into podcasting, his love of Star Wars and his secret trick to borrowing Jean Paul Gaultier's clothes. ===== Darren’s latest track, Poison Blood is out now and his new album will be coming out later this year. He'll be touring the UK and Australia in early 2023 - you can see all the dates and buy tickets at darrenhayes.com. =====    If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  And please consider donating to support the show! Visit celebritycatchup.com for more details.       If you'd like to say hello, you can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

Judd joins Genevieve to reminisce about making John Hughes' classic 1985 film The Breakfast Club. Hear how he went undercover at a high school with Emilio Estevez for his role and the story behind how his now-iconic fist pump made its way on the screen. Judd also explains why he doesn't like being labelled part of the Brat Pack and gives a searingly honest critique of his career and the acting industry. Plus he talks about golf, the benefits of ceiling fans - and his latest film, coming-of-age-drama Iceland Is Best. ===== Iceland Is Best is out now on DVD and available to download via Amazon Prime, Apple, GooglePlay and Microsoft Store.  =====    If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  And please consider donating to support the show! Visit celebritycatchup.com for more details.       If you'd like to say hello, you can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

Kids TV legends Dick & Dom join Genevieve to reminisce about the success of In Da Bungalow in the early Noughties and explain why it ended far too soon. The guys chat about bogies, baby racing and blocking the BBC toilets with creamy muck muck. Dom also talks about the demands to stay looking young, while Rich explains why dementia charities are close to his heart. Plus the guys reveal what audiences can expect on their 20th anniversary In Da Bungalow live tour. ===== The Dick and Dom In Da Bunglow 20th anniversary tour kicks off in September and you can get tickets at myticket.co.uk. SEPTEMBER  Thurs 22 - NEWCASTLE – Tyne Theatre    Fri 23 - BIRMINGHAM – Town Hall    Sat 24 - READING – Hexagon    Sun 25 - CARDIFF – New Theatre    OCTOBER    Sat 1 - HIGH WYCOMBE – Wycombe Swan   Sun 2 - PORTSMOUTH – Guildhall     Wed 5 - IPSWICH – Regent Theatre    Thurs 6 - SHEFFIELD – o2 Academy    Fri 7 - BRADFORD – St. Georges Hall    Sat 8 - CROYDON – Ashcroft Theatre    Sun 9 - NOTTINGHAM – Theatre Royal    Thurs 13 - FROME – Cheese & Grain    Fri 14 - WOKING – New Victoria Theatre    NOVEMBER    Wed 2 - SOUTHEND – Cliffs Pavilion    =====    If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  And please consider donating to support the show! Visit celebritycatchup.com for more details.       If you'd like to say hello, you can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

Lea joins Genevieve to reminisce about being propelled to fame in some of the most iconic ‘80s films.   She opens up about the film she thinks ruined her movie career (spoiler - it's Howard the Duck), bouncing back with her own sitcom and her recent move into directing.   Lea also talks about why fish make great pets and reveals an awkward encounter she had with Brad Pitt. Plus, she also chats about her latest film opposite Eva Longoria - Unplugging - where she plays the local town crank and conspiracy theorist.    ===== Unplugging is out in the UK on digital platforms from 13 June - and if you’re elsewhere in the world, check your local services as it may already be there.   Check out the film's website - unpluggingthemov.com =====    If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  And please consider donating to support the show! Visit celebritycatchup.com for more details.       If you'd like to say hello, you can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

Genevieve's stopping by to let you know that series 4 of Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did will begin next week!   Once again she'll be joined by a host of stars who were involved in much-loved TV, film and music of the 1980s to 2000s, to take you on a trip down memory lane and talk about how their lives unfolded after.   Find out who the first guest will be and follow or subscribe now so you don't miss it - it's free!   =============   You can find the podcast on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast.   And if you'd like to support the show, find out more at celebritycatchup.com/support.   =============   Produced and edited by Genevieve.   Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop  

Join Genevieve as she picks out some memorable celebrity guest moments from Season 3.  Reminisce about Jurassic Park with Lex herself, as well as '80s hits from Go West and Yazz - and hear some cheeky antics from '90s pop legends Steps and Five.   Also hear Sean Maguire and Whigfield open up about some of the difficult times in their lives, find out why Curtis Stigers cut his trademark long hair and what Mr Motivator keeps in his bum bag! **Please note there is some swearing in this episode and references to a suicide storyline** =====    If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  And please consider donating to support the show! Visit celebritycatchup.com for more details.       If you'd like to say hello, you can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop  

It's the season 3 finale! Go West's Richard Drummie joins Genevieve to reminisce about the band's early career, their split and subsequent reunion. He talks about working with Sylvester Stallone, elephants - and why the band is still in debt to their record company to this day. Richard also talks about how the King of Wishful Thinking gave Go West a second bite of the success cherry, Jimmy Fallon and Paul Rudd's video remake, and the plans they have to celebrate their 35th anniversary. ===== You can catch Go West with the Southbank Sinfonia Orchestra in March and they’ll be touring and playing festivals until September. Find all the details on their website - gowest.org.uk =====    If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  And please consider donating to support the show! Visit celebritycatchup.com for more details.       If you'd like to say hello, you can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop  

Sean joins Genevieve to reminisce about his time on Grange Hill and EastEnders before he jetted off to the US to begin his Hollywood career. He explains why he preferred being at Grange Hill than his actual school, the accident that led to his pop career and how he ended up playing Wembley. He also talks about his early Hollywood career in sitcoms, Once Upon A Time, meeting his idols and why he decided to set up his own acting school. ===== You can find out more about Sean’s acting school at theplayersconservatory.com - or email theplayersconservatory@gmail.com. =====    If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  And please consider donating to support the show! Visit celebritycatchup.com for more details.       If you'd like to say hello, you can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop    

Curtis joins Genevieve to reminisce about the start of his career, his early hit singles and why he dismantled his pop career to make the music he wanted. We talk jazz, Sons of Anarchy, life as a touring musician and the real reason he got voted off a celebrity singing show. He also talks about his heart-throb image and how his '90s hair still follows him around - even though he cut it 30 years ago! ===== Curtis's new album, This Life, is out on 25 February and his latest single - a new version of You’re All That Matters To Me - is out now. As well as performing from his kitchen on his YouTube channel, Curtis will be touring around the UK until the summer. For full details check out his website curtisstigers.com. You can also follow Curtis on Twitter - @curtisstigers, on Instagram - @thecurtisstigers and on Facebook. =====    If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  And please consider donating to support the show! Visit celebritycatchup.com for more details.       If you'd like to say hello, you can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. I Wonder Why and You're All That Matters To Me courtesy of Curtis Stigers. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop  

Sean Conlon, Scott Robinson and Ritchie Neville join Genevieve to reminisce about their rise to fame and success before splitting in 2001. We talk about Sean's profound tweets, Scott opens up about the food disorder he lives with - and Ritchie sets the record straight on an internet rumour about him. Plus, we also chat about the group's first new music for 20 years, how the dance moves are getting tough on the knees and a brilliant story involving Liam Gallagher, a Bop It! and sideburns... **Please note, this episode contains swearing.**   We'll be taking a mid-season break over Christmas - back in the new year! ===== Five’s new single Time is out on 26 November and their new album is available to pre-order from 3 December for release in January 2022.  You can also find them on Instagram @itsfiveofficial, on Twitter @itsfiveofficial and on Facebook. And you can stream their music on Spotify and iTunes. =====    If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  You can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. And if you'd like to support the show, visit the shop or support page at celebritycatchup.com.       ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Time courtesy of Five. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

Yazz joins Genevieve to reminisce about making her chart-topping hit The Only Way Is Up, '80s fashion and styling George Michael. She also talks about the price of fame, the journey to finding her faith and recording gospel music. Plus, find out exactly who the Plastic Population were! You can find out more about Yazz's gospel albums - This Is Love and Running Back to You - on her website yazzmusic.co.uk and find her on Instagram and Facebook @YazzOfficial. Yazz has also compiled a collection of true stories, written by women, about their faith journeys. Including her own personal anecdotes, Pearls of Great Price is available on Amazon. =====    If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  You can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. And if you'd like to support the show, visit the shop or support page at celebritycatchup.com.       ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. The Only Way Is Up courtesy Yazz. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

There's no guest this episode, but Genevieve drops by to share exciting podcast news. Some fabulous guests still to come this season, so stay tuned! =====     Don't keep the podcast to yourself! Please tell a friend or share it on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  You can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. And if you'd like to support the show, visit the shop or support pages at celebritycatchup.com.       ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

Ariana joins Genevieve to reminisce about making the Steven Spielberg dinosaur classic Jurassic Park. She talks about hanging out with the director, almost killing Sam Neil, T-Rex teeth falling out and going to Universal Studios with Jeff Goldblum. She also talks about her character being a role model for young girls and her award-winning career as an artist since. You can see Ariana's amazing artwork on her website - galleryariana.com - and also follow her on Instagram @arianarichards. =====     If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  You can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. And if you'd like to support the show, visit the shop or support page at celebritycatchup.com.       ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

Breakfast TV legend Mr Motivator joins Genevieve to reminisce about being the nation's original PE teacher in the UK back in the '90s.      He chats about exercising on live TV on his wedding day, reveals why he left the UK for Jamaica and what exactly he keeps in his bum bag.      He also talks about becoming a motivational speaker and his new club to help get the nation exercising again. Prepare to be inspired!      You can find out more information and join the Motivation Club at mrmotivatorsclub.com. You can also find Mr Motivator on YouTube, on Twitter and on Instagram.  And if you'd like to dress like Mr Motivator, you can get your workout gear from Tikiboo. =====     If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  You can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. And if you'd like to support the show to help with running costs and keep the lights on, visit the shop or support page at  celebritycatchup.com.       ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

Pop music royalty Lisa Scott-Lee and Ian "H" Watkins join Genevieve to reminisce about Steps' rise to fame and success - and talk about their lives in the years between the band splitting and since reuniting. The pair talk about living on £10 a week in the early days, Lisa's amazing performing arts academy and why she wishes her 2005 MTV reality show would disappear. While H teases their upcoming appearance on Ru Paul's Drag Race UK, promising it's an "iconic episode" and reveals his proudest achievement. Steps’ new album, What The Future Holds Pt 2, is out now on CD, digital download, vinyl and cassette. You can also catch them on tour - all the dates and venues are on their website - stepsofficial.co.uk.  You can also follow them on Instagram and Twitter @OfficialSteps.     =====    If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  You can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. And if you'd like to support the show to help with running costs and keep the lights on, visit the shop or support page at  celebritycatchup.com.       ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Take Me For A Ride courtesy Steps. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

Dee dee na na na! Get ready to sing into your hairdryers and put your dancing shoes on as Sannie Carlson - better known as Whigfield - joins Genevieve to reminisce about her rise to fame with her '90s smash hit. She also talks about being in the Guinness Book of Records, performing to a BILLION people, why she released her last single anonymously (and then revealed herself after it hit #1) and food porn... Sannie will be performing at Mighty Hoopla in London on 4 September, as well as in Canada later in the month on the '90s Nostalgia tour and at the Biggest 90s Disco in Dublin in October. You can also follow Sannie on Instagram @whigfield or on Twitter and Facebook @realwhigfield. =====    If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  You can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. And if you'd like to support the show to help with running costs and keep the lights on, find out more at celebritycatchup.com/support. ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Saturday Night and Suga courtesy Whigfield. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

Genevieve's stopping by to let you know that series 3 of Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did will begin next week. Once again she'll be joined by a host of stars who were involved in much-loved TV, film and music of the 1980s to 2000s, to take you on a trip down memory lane and talk about how their lives unfolded after. Find out who the first guest will be and follow or subscribe now so you don't miss it - it's free! ============= You can find the podcast on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. And if you'd like to support the show, find out more at celebritycatchup.com/support. ============= Produced and edited by Genevieve. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

Join Genevieve as she picks out some memorable celebrity guest moments from Season 2.  Reminisce about American Pie, Clueless and Police Academy, and listen to some honest stories and lots of laughs. Find out why Luke Goss hates karaoke and hear the hilarious tales of Blue's mistaken identity with Donatella Versace and Nick Frost's unusual past-time of flushing cakes. **Please note there is some swearing in this episode** ===== If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  You can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. And if you'd like to support the show, find out more at celebritycatchup.com/support. ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

Luke joins Genevieve to reminisce about his rise to fame in Bros, hysterical fans, being the youngest band to play Wembley Stadium and the blistered, bleeding hands that got him there. He also talks about the hard journey to becoming a Hollywood movie star, making films with Guillermo del Toro, the artwork collection he's created over the past year and his hopes for a Bros tour. **Please note there is mild swearing in this episode** You can find out more about Luke's artwork at lukegossart.com and on Instagram @thelukegoss. ===== If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.  You can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast. And if you'd like to support the show, find out how you can donate to help keep it going at celebritycatchup.com/support. ====== Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve. Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop