No gimmicks; just Great Company.
Join Jamie every Wednesday as he's joined by great guests for great conversation: it's GREAT COMPANY
A JamPot Original Podcast
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No gimmicks; just Great Company.
Join Jamie every Wednesday as he's joined by great guests for great conversation: it's GREAT COMPANY
A JamPot Original Podcast
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jessie J’s voice is unparalleled - a true superstar. Having been a fan for years, I was so excited to have her in the studio, but what she revealed during the record I had never expected to hear…
In May, Jessie came into record and shared with me that she’d recently been diagnosed with breast cancer. A week later, she asked if she could come back in to record following her surgery. We’ve never recorded an episode in two parts before, but it felt important to give Jessie the space to share her story in the way that felt most authentic to her.
For the first time in a long form, Jessie explains the full diagnosis story and updates us on life post surgery. She shares the experience of doing Capital’s Summertime Ball knowing it was her last performance before her surgery, how the experience has changed her, and the impacts on her relationships too.
We cover:
This conversation is all about not taking life for granted because you never know what’s around the corner. It’s about looking for silver linings, and sucking life for all its worth. Jessie - thank you for sharing your story with us, we’re sending you all the love and support.
If you’ve been affected by anything mentioned in today’s podcast, here are some links:
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us
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TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Anthony Barter
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
You may know Tulisa from N-Dubz or as an X Factor judge in the 2010s, but one day it all came crashing down as she found herself at the heart of a sting, which saw her lose her reputation, her career and almost her life. She came into the Great Company studio to chat openly and exclusively with me about the last few years and share ALL the details
We cover:
This conversation is a wild ride and a reminder of never taking anything for granted. LOCK IN!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us
Instagram - www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan & Anthony Barter
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s a special bonus FRIDAY episode of Great Company!
Chad Michael Murray is someone we all grew up watching - he was the teen heart throb I wished I was. I was a huge fan of One Tree Hill, Gilmore Girls and of course, Freaky Friday and as he was over to promote the sequel, Freakier Friday, I was delighted to get some time to chat to him…
Chad opened up about feeling boxed in by stereotypes earlier in his career, and how having a family has taught him to free himself of others’ expectations. He tells me how an accident which resulted in months in hospital lead to his first big break. He also shared some excellent parenting advice
We cover:
- What is was like reuniting with Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis on set
- Pressure of being a heartthrob
- Wanting to leave a legacy
- His imposter syndrome at a table read
- Why being a dad is his proudest achievement.
This conversation made me really excited to become a dad!
Freakier Friday is out in cinemas now.
THE CREDITS
Producer: Helen Burke
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I am addicted to my phone. I use it for work, I use it for my personal life, I use it to unwind to and be entertained by, but I’m also very aware I probably use it too much. TJ Power is a neuroscientist whose mission is to explain and help us take control of the dopamine addictions so many of us nurture - be it co-dependence on our phones, overwatching porn or struggling to motivate ourselves through the day.
Author of ‘The DOSE Effect’, TJ explains the roles dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin and endorphins play on our decision making, the importance of finding balance and harmony between them.
We cover:
This conversation seriously blew me away and has inspired me to be more proactive in my relationship with my phone
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Editor: Dan King
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We’re all about stories that surprise you—and this one seriously delivers.
Meet Write Me Dirty: the outrageously funny podcast where comedy collides with self-penned erotica. Hosted by the incomparable Katherine Ryan, each week brings chaotic writing prompts (think: canned beans, zombies, accidental threesomes) and even wilder celebrity storytelling face-offs.
It’s weird. It’s spicy. It’s the best kind of brilliant. Here is a little 10 minute sneak peek for your enjoyment.
Need a little creative chaos in your week? You’re in Great Company.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I’ve always been fascinated by the world of Love Island. Having come up on reality, I know how tough it can be both during the show and building a career afterwards, maintaining relationships that the public feel ownership over, and what that does to your mental health. Chloe Burrows was on the seventh series of Love Island in 2021, and was a fan favourite for her no-filter charm. She’s also one of the few islanders who’s managed to make a name for herself beyond the villa, hosting her own hugely successful podcast and numerous TV docs…
We cover:
• How she ended up on Love Island as a bombshell
• The celeb she almost ended up dating
• The back story to the ‘married man’ comments in her VT
• Getting ADHD diagnosis from being on Love Island
• The worst relationship she’s ever been in
• Falling in love again
• Her new dating show and leaving the apps
This conversation is warm, wild and packed with heart, just like Chloe.
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us
Instagram - www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
And if you'd like to watch Chloe's new show, 'Love In The Wild', you can find it here: www.channel4.com/programmes/love-in-the-wild-untold
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I’ve sadly never been heralded for my fashion sense but one man who definitely has, is David Gandy. He’s one of the most successful international male models, standing out in an industry where very few men have reached his level of fame and house-hold recognition.
David didn’t plan on becoming a model. In fact, it all started when a friend secretly entered him into a modelling competition on ITV’s ‘This Morning'. He ended up winning and his life changed almost overnight. From there, he became the face of exclusive designers Dolce & Gabbana, famously fronting their hugely successful D&G Light Blue fragrance campaign. I was so excited to have him on the pod and speak about his career, life after modelling and of course, find out if he's ever been approached for a movie (answer - he has and you won't believe the role he turned down...!)
We cover:
• Working in a female-dominated industry with some of the most iconic supermodels of all time
• Toxic masculinity and advocating for the ‘Lost Boys’ who are getting sucked in
• Overcoming shyness and being an introvert in the public eye
• Facing up to making mistakes and looking at our insecurities
• David’s venture into growing his own brand, WellWear
• And of course, some wild after-party stories!
This conversation was a reminder of the value of pushing yourself out of your comfort zone - you never know where it will take you…
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us
Instagram - www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Editor: Dan King
Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
TW: This episode contains discussion of suicide
I’ve know Ashley Roberts for a long time - she’s someone who lights up whatever room she walks into, but the thing that always strikes me about her, is that she’s lived a tough life and yet still has this sunny disposition. I was really excited to have her come onto the pod and she did not disappoint - laughs, tears and everything in between…
We cover:
This conversation was brimming with energy and emotion - Ashley is proof of how opening yourself to your own vulnerabilities can lead to a richer life - rich in sadness, rich in joy and rich in laughter too.
You can buy Ashley’s book on Breathwork here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breathwork-Techniques-better-emotional-physical/dp/1785124625
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us
Instagram - www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Editor: Dan King
Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This is a first for me - a part 2. If you haven’t heard my first interview with Riordan Maynard, the businessman who got sent to maximum security prison in the US for 6 years, go back and listen now! The reaction from that first episode was astonishing so we simply had to get him back in to answer all those burning questions you all had sent in…
We talk about the lasting impact of prison on his confidence, his identity, and most of all, his family. And of course, dive into the ins and outs of what prison in the states is really like.
We cover:
• The PTSD he now lives with after leaving jail
• The unexpected friendships (and business offers) he made in prison (including an offer to be the European Cocaine King!!)
• Mental resilience he developed inside
• The impact of his time away on his kids and wife
• How he’s rebuilding his life now
This is a conversation about second chances and what it really takes to rebuild your life after everything has fallen apart. I admire Riordan’s honesty and sheer resilience more than ever - and I think you’ll understand why.
If you're interested in finding out more about Riordan's work, you can head to https://www.mindfort.co/
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us
Instagram - www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Editor: Dan King
Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I’ve loved watching the F1 on a Sunday afternoon since I was a kid - the cars, the glamour, the spraying everyone in champagne on the podium - it’s iconic. It’s a sport that’s known for its opulence and, despite being a gender mixed sport, it’s always been a male dominated space, but things are finally starting to change…
Bianca Bustamante is a 20 year old driver from the Philippines. Her family sacrificed everything to get her to where she is today: her story is one of determination and perseverance. I was absolutely delighted to have her come join me in the studio to talk about her journey but also nerd-out about F1.
We cover:
• The physical training needed to be a race car driver
• Being a woman in a male dominated sport
• The impact of humble beginnings in Formula 1
• Embracing and overcoming the fear of failure
• How not to relate your self worth to your career
This conversation illuminated what a crazy world Formula 1 can be but also how a positive approach to life can be such a game-changer to success.
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us
Instagram - www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister
Editor: Dan King
Assistant Producer: Gurlina Heer + Emily D'Souza
Video: Jake Ji
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aitch - or as he’s known to his mother, Harrison James Armstrong, is a Manchester born rapper, who’s known for his cheeky personality and insane freestyle talent. He hasn’t released music for a while, but he’s back with his new album, ‘4’, so I was excited to have him in the studio to find out about what he’s been up to in that break, and the reason he took it…
We cover:
• The impact of becoming an adult in the limelight
• The changing landscape of the music industry
• The difference between Aitch and Harrison
• Getting into fights
• The pressure that comes with new releases
• Aitch’s recent trek up Mount Kilimanjaro to raise money and awareness for Down syndrome Association
This conversation was really heartwarming, especially hearing Aitch open up about his special relationship with his sister, and how she keeps him grounded despite his huge successes!
If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us
Instagram - www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast
TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast
And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Assistant Producer: Gurlina Heer + Emily D'Souza
Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If you haven’t already heard… I’m going to be a dad! Becoming a parent is a topic I’ve discussed on the podcast before, but now it’s really happening, we thought we’d do a bit more of a personal episode of the show this week, so I sat down with my producer, Jemima, to talk about how I’m really feeling about becoming a dad.
This is a really personal episode because I also invite my own dad, Nick Laing, onto the pod - his first ever appearance - to ask for advice and reflect on our relationship.
We cover:
• Navigating my anxiety about becoming a father
• Dad talks about me being a nightmare child
• How I became more present with family after my early 20s
• Making the most of our time before the baby arrives and life changes forever!
• The type of dad I aspire to be
I found this conversation deeply moving: having the opportunity to open up with my dad, hear his advice and perspective was so comforting. I am so blessed to have a dad like mine, and it was a reminder to cherish time with the people you love.
You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok @greatcompanypodcast and if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Producer: Helen Burke
Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Yung Pueblo rose to prominence as a writer known for his deeply reflective thoughts on self-awareness, relationships, and personal transformation - shared widely through his quotes on social media. What began in 2012 as a private outlet soon evolved into a global platform. By 2014, his introspective musings were resonating with millions seeking clarity, healing, and inner growth.
We cover:
• Advice for anyone currently facing emotional pain, uncertainty, or major life transitions
• His personal philosophy on love, navigating relationships
• The transformative role meditation has played in his life
• His reckless lifestyle that led to a heart attack that changed his life
• The guilt he felt towards his parents and how he reconnected with his father
• The Great American Poverty Trap he was brought up in
This conversation is a powerful reminder of how malleable we are as human beings—and that no matter where we start, we each have the ability to change the trajectory of our own lives.
You can also follow us on Instagram and Tiktok @greatcompanypodcast and if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Assistant Producer: Gurlina Heer
Editor: Dan King
Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During my ultra marathon challenge, one song that kept me going. As I ran, walked and wept from London to Salford, Stargazing by Myles Smith was on repeat. Even when I hit breaking point, that song carried me through and ever since, I’ve been desperate to sit down with Myles. With his calendar booked until 2027, I feel incredibly lucky we finally made it happen…
Myles Smith is an incredible musician and songwriter. In just two years, he’s gone from posting songs on TikTok to racking up 25 million streams in a single month, touring with Ed Sheeran and winning the Rising Star BRIT Award. His breakout single, Stargazing, has been streamed over a billion times and was the best-selling British song of 2024.
But what struck me most about Myles isn’t just his talent, it’s his honesty. He’s experienced pain, heartbreak and at times, has really struggled to fit in. Yet, he’s overcome those challenges to become a musician whose music brings positivity and hope to everyone who hears it. We cover:
• His first heartbreak aged 11, when his dad walked out
• The racism he’s experienced as an artist for the music he releases
• How Ed Sheeran gave him the confidence to release his most personal music
This conversation is a reminder that vulnerability is a strength and that by embracing who we truly are, we create space for others to do the same.
You can also follow us on Instagram and Tiktok @greatcompanypodcast and if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Assistant Producer: Gurlina Heer
Editor: Dan King
Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Paloma Faith and her amazing show, Mad, Sad & Bad is BACK for Season 2 so we thought we'd share a little snippet from episode one with you with a VERY exciting guest...
If you like the sound of it and want to hear the rest of the episode and MORE (there's a whole wealth of episodes from Season 1), go follow us wherever you find your podcasts - there are some absolutely amazing guests coming up - you won't want to miss out!
We're also on YouTube, Instagram and Tiktok @madsadbadpodcast
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Big Zuu first graced our screens in 2019 with Big Zuu’s Big Eats; his charisma and infectious laugh meant audiences fell for Zuu. The show went on to win multiple BAFTAs, against some of the biggest names in British television but it was a moment he couldn’t enjoy because he had an important message to relay…
Zuu has overcome incredible odds to be where he is today - it’s a journey of strength and power of community to help one another. We cover:
It’s a conversation that left me feeling energised and hopeful for a better future with people like Zuu having a platform.
You can also follow us on Instagram and Tiktok @greatcompanypodcast and if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Assistant Producer: Gurlina Heer
Editor: Dan King
Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When I saw the news about the Supreme Court’s ruling on the definition of ‘sex’, I knew it was a topic I needed to understand better. As a straight cis man, it could be easy for me to ignore these news stories, but as a human, I know it’s a topic I can’t ignore.
Bel Priestley is a trans actress, best known for her breakout role in Netflix’s Heartstopper, but her journey to that point is a story filled with pain, bravery and incredible strength. I’ve known Bel a while, and having seen her tearful TikTok after the Supreme Court ruling, wanted to invite her into the studio to chat.
At just 21, Bel has lived through extremes - from being bullied at school to rising as one of Gen Z’s most influential LGBTQ+ voices. Through honesty and courage, she’s turned her platform into a beacon for trans visibility. She opens up about what it means to be a trans woman in the UK today, especially in the wake of a Supreme Court ruling that’s shaken her community, and what it’s like to navigate love and hate when the odds feel relentlessly stacked against you.
Bel shares, with heartbreaking honesty, the darkest chapters of her life: surviving sexual assault, enduring years of abuse and rejection, and the mental toll of fighting simply to exist. But she also shares what it means to find power through pain, how vital her chosen family has been, and why she’s most worried not for herself, but for the next generation of trans youth.
Through it all, Bel radiates warmth, humour and wisdom. This is a conversation about strength, identity, and the fundamental right to be who you are.
You can also follow us on Instagram and Tiktok @greatcompanypodcast and if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Assistant Producer: Gurlina Heer
Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Amanza Smith might be best known for Selling Sunset, but her journey to the woman she is today is jaw-dropping. She’s lived one of those lives which makes you stop and wonder how she made it through. That’s why it was such a privilege to sit down with her today.
Having survived a traumatic childhood marked by abuse and racism, Amanza battled with addiction that almost cost her life, but possessing a strength you rarely see, she got herself clean through sheer willpower. She spoke to me about how her daughter saved her life, triggering a path towards healing from the abuse she’d experienced as a child. Amanza spoke openly about cutting ties with her mother, and how she became a single mother overnight when her partner vanished, and who she’s never had contact with again.
Despite experiencing so much, Amanza was brimming with laughter and joy - this conversation is rich in emotion, in positivity and in feeling. It’s a powerful reminder that even when it feels like life is breaking you, you can always rebuild.
You can also follow us on Instagram and Tiktok @greatcompanypodcast and if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Assistant Producer: Gurlina Heer
Editor: Dan King
Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sleep is something we all do, or at least we’re supposed to do. But for many people, it’s far from a restful reset; it’s a daily struggle that affects every part of life and is a powerful took for protecting both our mental and physical health. I was keen to chat to Dr Lindsay Browning, psychologist and sleep expert, about the biggest misconceptions around sleep and how we can help ourselves when it comes to resting well.
From improving memory and mood, to long-term health, Dr Lindsay breaks down what sleep actually is, and explains how the brutal cycle of insomnia is usually triggered by an anxiety which is often easier to treat than many realise, offering real hope to anyone feeling stuck. I then asked her about sleeping trends - mouth taping, sleepy teas - is there any truth in these, and is eight-hours really the optimum amount of sleep to get? She also explains why teenagers are biologically programmed to wake up later, and even answers my burning question: should you sleep naked?
This is a fascinating conversation about something that makes up a third of your life.
If you want to find out more about the work Dr Lindsay does, you can find her on @DrBrowningSleep or troublesleeping.co.uk
You can also follow us on Instagram and Tiktok @greatcompanypodcast and if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Assistant Producer: Gurlina Heer
Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When I was at uni, I’d come home from a day of lectures and put Raymond Blanc’s shows on my laptop - he was my safe space, and watching him would always calm any anxiety and make me feel calm. So when he replied to my message inviting him onto my show, excited is an understatement.
Raymond is a true legend of the culinary world - holding two Michelin stars for the last 41 years, mentoring some of the greatest - from Heston Blumenthal to Marco Pierre White - and being entirely self-taught! You could say there’s a romance to his childhood, but growing up in post-war France was far from easy; gardening a lot of their own food, the hard work instilled by his father, combined with his obsession with the details, led him to seek excellence, becoming the best cleaner, the best waiter, the best chef and ultimately cultivating the best culinary experience in the country. Then during the pandemic, Raymond nearly lost it all when he developed a very serious case of COVID, but his relentless drive never faded, making a full recovery.
Raymond’s story is one of boldness and strength, how through grit, humility and a deep belief in your craft, you can create joy
You can also follow us on Instagram and Tiktok @greatcompanypodcast and if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk
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THE CREDITS
Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone
Assistant Producer: Gurlina Heer
Video: Jake Ji & Ryley Kirby
Social Media: Laura Coughlan
Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
