Slide into some sequins and get those rhumba hips ready, as today we’re joined by legendary dancer, choreographer and celebrated judge of both Strictly Come Dancing and Britain’s Got Talent - it’s Bruno Tonioli!

Bruno takes a break from gardening - a favourite pastime of his - to chat about the origins of a remarkable 50-year career that’s taken him from the Italian countryside to the glittering heights of Paris and now London. We also chat about Strictly’s rocky start, his lasting friendship with Len Goodman and his more peaceful life away from the spotlight - often in front of a good book or in the garden!

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To continue our series of episodes marking Mental Health Awareness Month, we wanted to revisit a subject that we'll all come to experience in our own unique way: grief.

On today's episode, we revisit our conversation with Josie Gibson and Malin Andersson, who met in real life for the first time in the WWQT studio to discuss how they supported one another on a journey through grief. Plus, Bros member Matt Goss talks openly about losing his mother and moments with her he'd like to relive and Brenda Edwards discusses her own struggles as an orphan and how vital her community became when she tragically lost her son, Jamal.

Click the guest's name to listen to their full interview: Josie Gibson and Malin Andersson, Matt Gos & Brenda Edwards

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Today's guest is a national treasure, showbiz extraordinaire and one of our favourite northern icons - it's Jane McDonald!

In 1998 and at the age of 35 she hit our screens as the breakout star of BBC docu-series The Cruise, becoming an overnight success and it's no surprise she hasn't looked back since! She's done it all, from cruise ships to the stage, a debut album that topped the charts, and a 10-year stay on the Loose Women panel - she's dedicated her life to being a performer but she's still, and will forever be, a Wake-y girl at heart! Here, with the help of some of her nearest and dearest, she walks us through her most hilarious and heartfelt life stories.

You can book tickets to Jane's biggest UK tour yet, With All My Love, by clicking here!

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This week, congratulations are in order for an absolute journalistic powerhouse - Emma Barnett - who's joining the prestigious Today programme on BBC Radio 4! So in honour of one of the most inspiring broadcasters of our generation, we're revisiting our episode with her where we touched on everything from the dying art of long-form conversation, securing that viral Kate Bush interview while hosting Woman’s Hour, and the ever-changing place of women over the last few decades.

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Joining us today is a man whose place in the history books was secured back in 2015, when he became the first Brit to ever walk in space. He's gone on to become a celebrated author and public speaker. We're delighted to be joined by esteemed astronaut and former Army officer, Tim Peake!

Tim is here to talk all about his remarkable career that's taken him from difficult decisions on the battlefield to the stars and how his experiences in space have helped him view the world differently. We also chat about the future of space exploration - and whether he'd put himself forward for touted missions to the Moon and Mars - as well as what qualities make a great astronaut and how advancements in space are crucial to the survival of our species. 

You can book tickets to Tim's new show, 'Tim Peake: Astronauts' right here!

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This week, in honour of May being Mental Health Awareness month, we’re looking back at three conversations that show the true complexities of mental wellbeing.

First up we have TV fashion Guru, Susannah Constantine! Here she opens about her mother’s mental health battles and how that made her the person she is today. Next up is dancing queen Shirley Ballas, who candidly discusses her relationship with disordered eating and body dysmorphia. Last but not least is the brilliant radio host and DJ Kate Lawler. She shines a light on the harsh realities of postnatal depression.

If you like what you hear, you can listen back to these episodes in full here: Susannah Constantine, Shirley Ballas and Kate Lawler.

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As his new drama 'Red Eye' debuts on ITV, we're delighted to be joined by an esteemed actor whose dulcet tones earned him a writing deal with Audible - which proved just as successful as his acting. It's Richard Armitage!

Richard talks us through a fascinating career that's taken him from performing in his school's version of The Hobbit aged 11 to West End smash hits, cracking TV dramas and back to The Hobbit - as in, one of the biggest film series of the last decade. We also chat about screenwriting's equal treatment of men and women, maintaining a private life and the Armitage Army! 

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This week we're bringing you some of our favourite laugh out loud moments on WWQT so you can start your week off right!

First up, we have ultimate funny man Brian Conley, who revisits the time he met Tom Cruise and absolutely put his foot in it - oops! Then we have one of our favourite comedians, Joe Pasquale who tells us about the dangers of moose antlers and how they very nearly killed him. Plus, we've got the brilliant Tom Allen who talks about his late father, who was the complete chalk to his cheese, and recounts the moments that made it VERY clear they were polar opposites.

If you love what you've heard, you can listen to the full episodes here: Brian Conley, Joe Pasquale and Tom Allen.

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Today's guest is a celebrated actor who can seamlessly turn his hand to any number of different roles - be it TV dramas, comedy blockbusters or Tony-nominated runs on Broadway. It's the lovely Stephen Mangan!

After almost becoming a lawyer and instead finding his way to acting after real tragedy, Stephen's gone on to enjoy a hugely successful career on stage and screen. He chats to us about his love for his huge Irish family - he has 52 first cousins! - as well as the importance of a varied CV and how sudden loss can often lead us to becoming more reflective and thoughtful versions of ourselves.

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This week, we’re here with some last minute motivation in the run up to the London Marathon this Sunday! Whether you’re a runner or simply there for the good vibes, you’re bound to be inspired by our fantastic guests.

First up, we have cricket legend Phil Tufnell, who tells us about his own biggest inspirations and how they’ve helped him through the most challenging of times. Then, we have Olympian Dame Denise Lewis who recalls the biggest moments of tough love that have pushed her on and taught her to never give up. And, last but not least, we have Judy Murray, who tells us about the impact Billie Jean King had on her and how that inspiration has helped her to propel the next generation forward in women’s sport.

You can listen back to these episodes in full here: Phil Tufnell, Dame Denise Lewis and Judy Murray!

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