In this special New Year's Day episode, Nicky takes a moment to thank everyone who has listened, shared and supported the podcast in 2025, looks ahead to the Westlife tour in 2026, and revisits one of our favourite conversations of the year. Recorded earlier in 2025, this classic chat with Coleen Rooney is warm, honest and full of laughs. Coleen reflects on her life and career, from her childhood in Liverpool to navigating fame alongside football legend Wayne Rooney, and opens up about her time in the I'm a Celebrity jungle, her new wellness collaboration, and the realities of raising four boys in the public eye.

This episode includes a lighthearted chat about health and wellness products. While this is not a paid promotion, our guest, Coleen, is sharing her personal experiences and opinions. Any claims made about health benefits are based on her views and should not be taken as medical advice. If you're considering supplements or lifestyle changes, it's always best to do your own research and consult with a qualified healthcare professional.

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In this special Christmas episode, we take a moment to say thank you to everyone who has listened, shared and supported the podcast in 2025, before revisiting one of the conversations that means the most to Nicky. Recorded during the early days of the show, this classic chat with Tony Mortimer is honest, funny and deeply moving. Tony reflects on his life and career with East 17, and opens up about the true story behind Stay Another Day, a song that became a Christmas number one and went on to mean far more than chart success.

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Nicky sits down with Lee Brennan, lead singer of 90s hitmakers 911, for a conversation about ambition, identity and resilience. From growing up in Carlisle and chasing a dream with nothing but a letter to a radio station, Lee reflects on the whirlwind rise of 911, global success, and the pressures that came with boyband fame. He opens up about surviving Hodgkin’s lymphoma twice as a child, the impact it had on his confidence, and the mental health struggles that followed the band’s split.

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Gary Barlow, Kellie Harrington, James McClean, Katie McCabe, Joss Stone, Alex Brooker, Tom Grennan, Five, Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Martin Compston, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson, Kodaline's Steve Garrigan, Ronan Keating, Sinitta, Jay McGuiness, Jill Scott, II Divo's Sébastien Izambard, Coleen Rooney, MC Harvey, Piers Morgan, Cian Ducrot, Steve Collins, Ben Adams, Five, Chris Kirkpatrick, Tiffany, James Bourne, Ardal O'Hanlon via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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Nicky sits down with global classical superstar Katherine Jenkins for a warm and revealing conversation about music, motherhood and the moments that shaped her extraordinary career. From her early break as a young singer from Neath to becoming the world’s most successful classical crossover artist, Katherine reflects on the highs, the challenges and the personal losses that pushed her forward. This episode contains references to Cygnet Gin. These references reflect the guest’s own work and experience. This is not a paid promotion.

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Gary Barlow, Kellie Harrington, James McClean, Katie McCabe, Joss Stone, Alex Brooker, Tom Grennan, Five, Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Martin Compston, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson, Kodaline's Steve Garrigan, Ronan Keating, Sinitta, Jay McGuiness, Jill Scott, II Divo's Sébastien Izambard, Coleen Rooney, MC Harvey, Piers Morgan, Cian Ducrot, Steve Collins, Ben Adams, Five, Chris Kirkpatrick, Tiffany, James Bourne, Ardal O'Hanlon via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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Nicky sits down with Paul Sinton-Hewitt CBE, the founder of parkrun, for an extraordinary conversation about resilience, community, and the power of small beginnings. From a difficult childhood in South Africa’s care system to injury and burnout in his forties, Paul shares how losing his ability to run led him to create a simple Saturday-morning time trial that would change millions of lives.

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Gary Barlow, Kellie Harrington, James McClean, Katie McCabe, Joss Stone, Alex Brooker, Tom Grennan, Five, Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Martin Compston, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson, Kodaline's Steve Garrigan, Ronan Keating, Sinitta, Jay McGuiness, Jill Scott, II Divo's Sébastien Izambard, Coleen Rooney, MC Harvey, Piers Morgan, Cian Ducrot, Steve Collins, Ben Adams, Five, Chris Kirkpatrick, Tiffany, James Bourne, Ardal O'Hanlon via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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Nicky sits down with actor and Coronation Street favourite Samia Longchambon for a heartfelt chat about family, fame and finding balance. Celebrating 25 years as Maria Connor on Corrie, Samia shares memories from her early days on set, what it’s like growing up in Manchester with show-business parents, and the lessons she’s learned from decades on one of TV’s most-loved shows. She opens up about living with anxiety since childhood, how therapy, reflexology and yoga have helped her stay grounded, and why she’s passionate about breaking the stigma around mental health.

Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG Productions.

Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Katie McCabe, Joss Stone, Alex Brooker, Tom Grennan, Five, Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Martin Compston, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson, Kodaline's Steve Garrigan, Ronan Keating, Sinitta, Jay McGuiness, Jill Scott, II Divo's Sébastien Izambard, Coleen Rooney, MC Harvey, Piers Morgan, Cian Ducrot, Steve Collins, Ben Adams, Five, Chris Kirkpatrick, Tiffany, James Bourne, Ardal O'Hanlon via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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Nicky catches up with athlete and BBC Gladiator Livi Sheldon, known to millions as “Diamond.” In this conversation, Livi opens up about growing up as a sporty kid who didn’t fit in, being bullied for her height, and how fitness helped her find confidence. She talks about her journey from personal training to bodybuilding, and the incredible moment she became a Gladiator. Livi also shares the reality of recovering from a devastating ACL injury, how she stays positive through rehab, and the lessons she’s learned about resilience, discipline and self-belief.

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Katie McCabe, Joss Stone, Alex Brooker, Tom Grennan, Five, Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Martin Compston, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson, Kodaline's Steve Garrigan, Ronan Keating, Sinitta, Jay McGuiness, Jill Scott, II Divo's Sébastien Izambard, Coleen Rooney, MC Harvey, Piers Morgan, Cian Ducrot, Steve Collins, Ben Adams, Five, Chris Kirkpatrick, Tiffany, James Bourne, Ardal O'Hanlon via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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A year of conversations, stories, and special moments. In this anniversary edition, Nicky looks back at some of the standout guests who dropped by the HQ over the past twelve months. From music legends to sporting icons and unforgettable personalities, this is a celebration of the moments that made the year. Featuring highlights from Martin Compston, Jill Scott, Gary Barlow, Coleen Rooney, Ronan Keating, Katie Price, Tony Mortimer, Chris Kamara, Jo O’Meara, Louis Walsh, Shay Given, Katie McCabe, and Michael Flatley. A perfect catch up for long time listeners and a brilliant starting point for new fans. Jump in and relive an incredible first year.

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Nicky sits down with Irish footballer James McClean for a raw and revealing conversation about life, loyalty and life after football. From growing up in Derry to earning over 100 caps for Ireland, James reflects on the pride, pressure and passion that have defined his career. He opens up about the highs of representing his country, his honest views on the current Irish team and what needs to change, and the controversies that shaped his journey. Now turning his attention to the boxing ring, James talks about what drives him to compete, the mindset it takes to start over, and how fighting in sport and in life has always been part of who he is.

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Katie McCabe, Joss Stone, Alex Brooker, Tom Grennan, Five, Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Martin Compston, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson, Kodaline's Steve Garrigan, Ronan Keating, Sinitta, Jay McGuiness, Jill Scott, II Divo's Sébastien Izambard, Coleen Rooney, MC Harvey, Piers Morgan, Cian Ducrot, Steve Collins, Ben Adams, Five, Chris Kirkpatrick, Tiffany, James Bourne, Ardal O'Hanlon via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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Nicky sits down with singer-songwriter Chesney Hawkes for a nostalgic and heartfelt chat about fame, family and second chances. From growing up in a rock ’n’ roll household to becoming a teenage sensation with The One and Only, Chesney recalls the whirlwind of success that changed his life overnight. He opens up about the highs of topping the charts, the struggles that followed, and the lessons learned along the way.

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Katie McCabe, Joss Stone, Alex Brooker, Tom Grennan, Five, Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Martin Compston, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson, Kodaline's Steve Garrigan, Ronan Keating, Sinitta, Jay McGuiness, Jill Scott, II Divo's Sébastien Izambard, Coleen Rooney, MC Harvey, Piers Morgan, Cian Ducrot, Steve Collins, Ben Adams, Five, Chris Kirkpatrick, Tiffany, James Bourne, Ardal O'Hanlon via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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