Kirsty and celebrity pals show they’re all still Young at Heart
Are you taking the next step in your relationship? Do you have anything you would tell your younger self if you could go back and talk to them now? One of this week’s podcasts could be for you.
BBC stalwart Kirsty Young is back with another series of Young Again, in which the presenter asks celebrity guests what they’d tell their younger selves if they could go back and talk to them now.
It’s a conversation starter with endless appeal. Who doesn’t love getting into the inner thoughts of the rich and famous? And often it transpires that while celebs’ lives look very different on the outside, there’s something relatable in the challenges they’ve experienced and the wisdom they’ve gleaned.
If you’re up for bingeing the new series, start with Young’s chat with Scottish actor Peter
What would you tell your younger self if you could go back and talk to them now - it’s a conversation starter with endless appeal.
Capaldi, 65. Most of the episode is a trip down memory lane, as Capaldi reflects on his path from working-class Glasgow lad to household name as the star of shows including Doctor Who and The Thick Of It.
But it wasn’t a typical rise to showbiz fame – Capaldi talks about ‘almost’ breaking Hollywood after winning an Oscar for a short film he directed in the Nineties, only for the attention to disappear soon after, leaving him thinking it was all over.
Ultimately though, he believes it made him a better actor, and shifted his perspective on the difference between success, talent and having a rewarding career. It’s a gentle, insightful listen, ideal for a relaxed walk or morning cup of tea at the weekend.
2. The Vendors Table
Host of the bi-weekly podcast The Vendors Table MC Mide brings together different wedding vendors and couples to talk about what really goes on behind the scenes at weddings, while also getting them to share some useful tips and pointers to help the recently engaged plan their big day, or at least make it a bit less stressful.
In a typical recent episode MC Mide is joined by a recently married Tiffany and make-up artist Christiana, who cover how they used Instargam to reach her makeup goals, and also her “three-month rule” for selecting guests.
Overall, a great podcast for people taking the next step in their relationship and are looking for uncensored advice.