Nicky sits down with Sébastien Izambard, the French singer and founding member of Il Divo, for a deeply personal and revealing conversation. Sébastien reflects on the incredible journey of Il Divo, from their chart-topping success to duetting with icons like Celine Dion and Barbra Streisand. He opens up about his early struggles, his unexpected path into music, and the tragic loss of bandmate Carlos Marín. In a rare and candid interview, Sébastien shares how grief, resilience, and fatherhood have shaped his life, as well as his thoughts on Il Divo’s evolution and the road ahead.

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Nicky sits down with Jill Scott, England’s Euro-winning Lioness and presenter of hit podcast The Overlap, for an inspiring chat. Jill reflects on her journey from kicking a ball in Sunderland to lifting the Euro 2022 trophy at Wembley and becoming a national icon. She opens up about the sacrifices, the highs of international success, and the lessons learned from years at the top of her game. Away from football, Jill shares what it was like to trade the pitch for the jungle on I’m A Celebrity, her move into punditry, and why she’s passionate about growing the women’s game.

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, 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 via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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Nicky sits down with Jay McGuiness for a candid conversation about the highs and lows of boyband fame and life beyond it. Jay reflects on The Wanted’s meteoric rise, the chaos behind the scenes, and the moment he knew it was over. He opens up about stepping back into the spotlight on Strictly Come Dancing, his unexpected love for musical theatre, and navigating a career outside the boyband bubble. Jay also speaks about the heartbreaking loss of his bandmate Tom Parker, the impact it had on the group, and how he continues to honour his memory.

See Jay this February as he stars as William Shakespeare in the musical & Juliet at Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Dublin. Running from February 25 to March 8. Check out https://www.bordgaisenergytheatre.ie/show/juliet/

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, 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 and Sinitta via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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Nicky sits down with Sinitta for a no-holds-barred chat about her whirlwind career, from 80s pop stardom to her lifelong friendship with Simon Cowell. She reflects on her journey from theatre to chart-topping hits, her early days working with Louis Walsh, and how So Macho became a defining anthem. Sinitta also opens up about her time on The X Factor, her thoughts on the music industry today, and the highs and lows of fame. Packed with untold stories, star-studded moments, and behind-the-scenes revelations, this is Sinitta as you’ve never heard her before.

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, 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 and Ronan Keating via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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Nicky sits down with Ronan Keating for an open and revealing conversation about his life in music. Ronan reflects on his rise to fame with Boyzone, the highs and tensions of working with Louis Walsh, and the deep bond he shared with Stephen Gately. He opens up about the pressures of fame, the impact of loss, and how he forged a solo career that made him one of Ireland’s most successful artists.

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, 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 and Kodaline's Steve Garrigan via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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Nicky sits down with Steve Garrigan, the voice of Kodaline. Steve reflects on his journey from a shy kid in Swords to writing global hits, amassing over a billion streams, and collaborating with artists like Kygo and Westlife. He opens up about battling anxiety, how music became his greatest therapy, and the defining moments that shaped both his career and his life.

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, 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 via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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Nicky sits down with Scott Robinson of Five for an honest and reflective conversation about the highs and lows of boyband stardom. Scott shares stories from the chaotic rise of Five, the lessons learned from their breakup, and his journey to finding purpose through family, radio, and music. From wild hotel fire tales to the bonds that keep Five's legacy alive, this episode is packed with humour, heart, and Scott's unique perspective on fame and reinvention.

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba & Tom Davis via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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Nicky sits down with Tom Davis, the towering comedian and actor known for King Gary, Wonka, and Paddington. Tom opens up about his journey from scaffolding and laboring to starring alongside Hollywood greats, the lessons he learned from rejection, and how resilience shaped his success. From wild wrestling memories to reflections on his Irish heritage and imposter syndrome, this is a story of chasing big dreams.

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath & Samantha Mumba via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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Nicky sits down with Samantha Mumba, the Irish pop sensation whose talent catapulted her onto the global stage in the early 00's. Samantha opens up about the whirlwind of topping charts as a teenager, her transition to Hollywood, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. From the early days in Drumcondra to her creative reinvention, this episode is an inspiring look at resilience, reinvention, and staying grounded through it all.

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern & Paul McGrath via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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Nicky sits down with Paul McGrath, the iconic Irish footballer celebrated as "God" by Aston Villa fans, for an unforgettable conversation. Paul shares candid stories from Euro ’88, Italia ’90, and USA ’94, reflecting on the highs of his career, the camaraderie in the Irish squad, and the challenges he faced off the pitch. From his unforgettable encounters with football legends to life in Wexford and his work supporting brain injury awareness, this episode shines a light on the extraordinary journey of a true Irish icon.

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Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer & Cecelia Ahern via https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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