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   Number 1: Remembering Ann Widdecombe: In Her Own Words

   Following the tragic death of Ann Widdecombe, we wanted to revisit one of our favourite conversations with her and remember the woman we were lucky enough to know. Ann was unmistakably herself: fiercely independent, formidable, funny and never afraid to say exactly what she thought. She became a much-loved columnist for Best, bringing her razor-sharp wit and wonderfully dry sense of humour to everything she wrote. In this conversation, Ann reflects on a life lived firmly on her own terms. She talks about why she never regretted being single, the companionship of her beloved cat Aloysius, the faith that shaped her life, caring for her mother, and some of the more unexpected adventures that came her way – from Strictly Come Dancing with Anton Du Beke to Celebrity Big Brother. There are stories here that make us smile, and moments that feel especially poignant now. So this week, we’re remembering Ann as we knew her: strong, funny, forthright and completely unforgettable. CHAPTERS 00:00 Remembering Ann Widdecombe 02:05 Why Ann never regretted being single 02:50 Life with her beloved cat Aloysius 03:35 Ann’s surprising connection to a goat sanctuary 04:15 The animal charity close to her heart 06:34 The importance of faith in Ann’s life 07:35 Is faith a comfort in times of loneliness? 08:20 Behind the scenes of Strictly Come Dancing 09:08 The story of Ann’s famous yellow “Big Bird” dress 10:12 Why she finally said yes to Celebrity Big Brother 11:44 Caring for her mother in later life 12:37 Ann on the importance of family 13:25 Why she believed in multigenerational living 14:10 Ann’s thoughts on modern-day stress 15:49 Growing older and the kindness of strangers 16:12 What Ann wished people understood about her 16:23 Remembering a strong and remarkable woman Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bestmagazine/?locale=en_GB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bestmagofficial/?hl=en Twitter/X: https://x.com/bestmagofficial?lang=en BEST talks to smarter, sharper women. From financial tips and fashion advice to the latest celebrity stories, it’s a weekly date with your best mate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

   August 18, 2026·19min
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   Number 2: Loose Women’s Janet Street-Porter talks love, five marriages, Elton John & regretting nothing

   Fearless newspaper editor, TV producer, and now the feistiest woman left on the Loose Women panel, Janet Street-Porter talks frankly about her five marriages, the seven-year itch, cheating regrets and why jealousy should never eat you up. She also hilariously admits she learnt nothing about relationships from her mum, who once told TV presenter Russell Harty, ‘I don’t know what TV people see in Janet!’ In this brilliantly candid episode of Suddenly Single, Janet Street-Porter looks back at the love, marriage, divorce and heartbreak that have shaped her extraordinary life. From marrying her first husband, photographer Tim Street-Porter, at just 20 to admitting her own infidelity and revealing why she believes she saved the best husband until last, Janet holds very little back. The Loose Women star also talks about putting her career before relationships, why she never wanted children, her complicated relationship with her mother, and the tragic circumstances surrounding the breakdown of one of her marriages. She shares her refreshingly practical attitude towards ex-husbands, jealousy, anger and moving on after a relationship ends. Janet also reveals why she has never tried dating apps, how she met her current husband Peter, what she really thinks about separate bedrooms, and why curiosity and independence have kept her moving forward throughout her life. Plus, there are stories from Janet’s incredible career in British television, newspapers and magazines, her love of London, art and opera, her Off the Leash tour and even a fabulous endorsement from Elton John: “The bitch is back!” And stay to the end as Janet takes on the Suddenly Single Honesty Box, answering quick-fire questions about passion, kissing, snoring, saying sorry, checking a partner’s phone and the realities of long-term relationships. Suddenly Single is the podcast about starting again after love, heartbreak and divorce, featuring honest conversations with famous faces about relationships, dating, break-ups and finding happiness again. If you enjoyed our conversation with Janet Street-Porter, please like, comment and subscribe to Suddenly Single for more revealing celebrity interviews and relationship stories. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Meet Janet Street-Porter 👋 00:15 - Five Marriages 💍 01:21 - Dumping Her Fiancé 02:24 - Affairs & Regrets 💔 03:19 - The Party Years 🥂 03:59 - Growing Up Bolshy 04:57 - London & Soho 05:39 - When the Dog Comes First 🐶 06:33 - Best Husband Last? ❤️ 07:23 - Fear of Being Alone 08:08 - Career Comes First 💼 08:52 - Janet’s Daily Rituals 09:44 - Self-Help Is Rubbish! 🙄 10:47 - Boxing & Keeping Fit 11:27 - Marriage & Tragic Loss 💔 12:45 - Affairs & Heartbreak 13:56 - Don’t Let Jealousy Win 👊 15:02 - Janet & Her Mum 16:04 - Why She Never Had Kids 16:47 - Friendship Matters ❤️ 17:34 - “The Bitch Is Back!” 🔥 18:29 - Ageing Her Way 19:16 - Growing Up in the ’50s 20:00 - Advice to Her 19-Year-Old Self 💡 21:05 - Are Screens Making Us Lonely? 📱 21:37 - Dating Apps? No Thanks! 22:36 - Janet’s Love of Opera 23:55 - The Honesty Box! ❤️‍🔥 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

   August 25, 2026·41min
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   Number 3: Journalist Andrew Pierce on Harry & Meghan, William, Elton John and other famous family fallouts

   Elton John? He won’t act as a cash machine for Prince Harry or Liz Hurley. William? Apoplectic probably sums up his mood – not least because he’s fiercely protective of his wife. Joan Collins? Still a head turner. Feisty, fearless opinions from TV broadcaster and former Daily Mail columnist Andrew Pierce on royal relationships, celeb friendships, and what really goes on behind his own closed doors…In this episode of Suddenly Single, Andrew and Siobhan Wykes get into the latest twists in the Harry and Meghan saga – from their surprise return to Britain and the speculation over Harry’s US visa, to the reported fury of Prince William and the future of the Sussexes’ royal status.They discuss Harry’s court battles, Meghan’s rumoured move into The Gentlemen, their new life in Portugal and whether the couple are giving Britain one last chance. Andrew also shares his views on Camilla, Princess Anne, Diana and the ever-changing dynamics of the Royal Family.Away from the royals, Andrew reveals what it’s like holidaying with Dame Joan Collins, recalls an unforgettable encounter with Elton John, and talks about his forthcoming second book, which will continue his search for his birth father through DNA testing.And then there’s the personal stuff… Andrew lifts the lid on his 16-year relationship with Russell in the Suddenly Single Honesty Box – covering separate bedrooms, celebrity crushes, their wedding at The Ritz, and whether companionship beats passion.⏱ CHAPTERS00:00 Harry & Meghan return to Britain 👑01:00 Private jets, jam and publicity02:00 Harry’s visa and the drugs controversy 📄03:00 Why William is reportedly furious04:00 Diana, the Queen and family tensions 👑06:00 Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and royal titles07:00 Meghan and The Gentlemen 🎬08:00 Portugal, property and the Sussexes’ finances10:00 Is this Harry & Meghan’s last chance? 💔11:30 Andrew’s South of France escape with Joan Collins 🌴13:00 Elton John, celebrity parties and court costs14:30 Harry’s Daily Mail court case ⚖️16:00 Portugal and the future of the Royal Family17:30 Nature, nurture and Andrew’s search for his birth father 🧬23:30 Andrew’s new Finding Margaret book26:30 Andrew & Russell: 16 years together ❤️28:00 Separate bedrooms and the secrets of long relationships29:30 Roger Federer, The Ritz and their best day ever 🎾31:00 Passion or companionship? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bestmagazine/?locale=en_GB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bestmagofficial/?hl=en Twitter/X: https://x.com/bestmagofficial?lang=en BEST talks to smarter, sharper women. From financial tips and fashion advice to the latest celebrity stories, it’s a weekly date with your best mate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

   September 08, 2026·34min
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   Number 4: Bucks Fizz’s Jay Aston talks Winning Eurovision with Making Your Mind Up, Love & Life Lessons

   Best known as the youngest member of Bucks Fizz, Jay Aston talks about her days in the band alongside Cheryl Baker, Mike Nolan and Bobby G, the infamous coach crash that changed all their lives, being single until her late 30s, believing The Land of Make Believe is a place we would all be happier to live in – and why she’s finally singing with Cheryl Baker again… Jay was just 19 when Bucks Fizz won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1981 with Making Your Mind Up, complete with one of the most memorable costume reveals in Eurovision history. What followed was extraordinary: number-one singles, millions of records sold and international fame – but behind the smiles and sequins, life looked very different. Jay tells Siobhan about the devastating 1984 coach crash that left bandmate Mike Nolan fighting for his life and ultimately contributed to her decision to walk away from Bucks Fizz. She reveals how, at just 23, she found herself caught up in 13 lawsuits, lost her home and discovered just how little money the band members were actually making from their huge record sales. She also opens up about her life away from the spotlight: meeting her husband David in her 30s, his wonderfully low-key proposal, why their marriage has lasted and why romance for them can be as simple as walking the dogs or sitting together with a glass of wine. Jay also speaks candidly about her 2018 mouth cancer diagnosis, the subtle warning sign on her tongue that eventually led to major surgery, and why the experience changed the way she thinks about health, ageing, Botox and cosmetic treatments. Plus, Jay reveals how a phone call from Cheryl brought her back to The Fizz, whether her daughter might follow her into showbusiness, the £20 stage costume that almost launched a Topshop fashion career, and the piece of advice she has carried with her since childhood: take risks, because chances are you’ll never regret them. And, of course, Jay takes on the Suddenly Single Honesty Box of Truth – from Eurovision versus Top of the Pops to her favourite Bucks Fizz song and the career moment she would most love to experience all over again. Like and subscribe to Suddenly Single for more candid conversations about love, loss, reinvention and the unexpected turns life can take. CHAPTERS 00:00 – Introducing Jay Aston ✨ 00:45 – The Audition That Changed Everything 03:05 – The Story Behind Those Famous Rip-Off Skirts 💃 04:35 – Bucks Fizz: From Eurovision to Global Success 06:05 – Dating as a Young Pop Star ❤️ 06:50 – The Terrifying Bucks Fizz Coach Crash 08:15 – Why Jay Walked Away From the Band 10:05 – Finding Love Later in Life 11:10 – How Jay Met Her Husband David ❤️ 13:15 – Will Jay’s Daughter Follow Her Into Music? 15:20 – Botox, Fillers and Growing Older 16:30 – Jay’s Mouth Cancer Diagnosis 18:00 – Losing Part of Her Tongue to Cancer 19:35 – The Phone Call That Brought Jay Back to The Fizz 22:00 – The Truth About Why Jay Left Bucks Fizz 23:05 – How Little Bucks Fizz Actually Earned 😲 25:25 – The Suddenly Single Honesty Box 📦 28:00 – The £20 Outfit That Led to a Topshop Offer 32:00 – Jay’s Secret to a Lasting Marriage ❤️ 34:15 – The Career Moment Jay Would Relive 🏆 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bestmagazine/?locale=en_GB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bestmagofficial/?hl=en Twitter/X: https://x.com/bestmagofficial?lang=en BEST talks to smarter, sharper women. From financial tips and fashion advice to the latest celebrity stories, it’s a weekly date with your best mate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

   September 01, 2026·37min
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   Number 5: Sarah Vine – On Michael Gove, Sex, Politics & Ozempic

   What really happened behind the scenes of Sarah Vine’s marriage to former MP – now Lord - Michael Gove? In this raw and revealing episode, Sarah discusses how ‘everyone’ thought he was gay, and the real reasons they divorced. From their glam Chelsea wedding to the pressures of politics and her eating disorder, Sarah opens up like never before, revealing how weight loss drugs help her mental health, being highly sexed, and how you find yourself when everything changes. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bestmagazine/?locale=en_GB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bestmagofficial/?hl=en Twitter/X: https://x.com/bestmagofficial?lang=en BEST talks to smarter, sharper women. From financial tips and fashion advice to the latest celebrity stories, it’s a weekly date with your best mate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

   July 01, 2025·31min
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