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Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did

Genevieve Hassan

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An unashamedly nostalgic celebrity interview podcast where entertainment journalist Genevieve reminisces with the stars of much-loved TV, movies and music of the 1980s-2000s and discovers how their lives unfolded after that thing they did.

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Go West - aka '80s pop icons and the kings of wishful thinking

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02/23/22 • 38 min

It's the season 3 finale! Go West's Richard Drummie joins Genevieve to reminisce about the band's early career, their split and subsequent reunion. He talks about working with Sylvester Stallone, elephants - and why the band is still in debt to their record company to this day.

Richard also talks about how the King of Wishful Thinking gave Go West a second bite of the success cherry, Jimmy Fallon and Paul Rudd's video remake, and the plans they have to celebrate their 35th anniversary.

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You can catch Go West with the Southbank Sinfonia Orchestra in March and they’ll be touring and playing festivals until September. Find all the details on their website - gowest.org.uk

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And please consider donating to support the show! Visit celebritycatchup.com for more details.

If you'd like to say hello, you can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast.

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Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve.

Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

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Introducing - Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did

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07/05/20 • 1 min

Subscribe now to Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did - an unashamedly nostalgic interview series where entertainment journalist Genevieve reminisces with the stars of much-loved TV, movies and music of the 1980s-2000s and discovers how their lives unfolded - after that thing they did.

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Karyn Parsons aka Fresh Prince of Bel Air's Hilary

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10/28/20 • 67 min

Bel Air's favourite weathergirl Karyn Parsons reminisces with Genevieve about her time on the Fresh Prince and talks about the show's legacy and recent 30th anniversary reunion.

Karyn also talks about the amazing work she's been doing since to raise awareness of African American achievement through her non-profit foundation, Sweet Blackberry.

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You can follow Karyn on Twitter @Karyn_Parsons.

If you'd like to find out more about Sweet Blackberry or donate, visit sweetblackberry.org or @swtblackberry on Twitter.

Karyn's book, How High The Moon is out now.

Sweet Blackberry's Flying Free: How Bessie Coleman's Dreams Took Flight is released on 17 Dec 2020

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If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who may also like to have a listen, or leave a rating or review!

You can find me on Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast or Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod.

And if you'd like to support the podcast, find out how you can donate at celebritycatchup.com :)

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Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve.

Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

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Lisa and H from Steps - aka Pop legends!

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09/15/21 • 44 min

Pop music royalty Lisa Scott-Lee and Ian "H" Watkins join Genevieve to reminisce about Steps' rise to fame and success - and talk about their lives in the years between the band splitting and since reuniting.

The pair talk about living on £10 a week in the early days, Lisa's amazing performing arts academy and why she wishes her 2005 MTV reality show would disappear. While H teases their upcoming appearance on Ru Paul's Drag Race UK, promising it's an "iconic episode" and reveals his proudest achievement.

Steps’ new album, What The Future Holds Pt 2, is out now on CD, digital download, vinyl and cassette. You can also catch them on tour - all the dates and venues are on their website - stepsofficial.co.uk. You can also follow them on Instagram and Twitter @OfficialSteps.

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If you enjoyed this episode, don't keep it to yourself! Please tell a friend or share a screenshot on social media so others can discover and enjoy it too.

You can find me on Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod or Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast.

And if you'd like to support the show to help with running costs and keep the lights on, visit the shop or support page at celebritycatchup.com.

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Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve.

Take Me For A Ride courtesy Steps.

Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

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Lizo Mzimba - aka Newsround legend

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08/19/20 • 57 min

Lizo joins Genevieve to reminisce about the 10 years he presented the BBC children's news programme. He talks about covering terror attacks, pantomime cow conventions - and the time Newsround banned Harry Potter star Rupert Grint from its website...

He also reveals why he left the show, how its legacy still helps him out today with his current job and why entertainment and arts news isn't just fluffy nonsense.

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You can follow Lizo on Twitter @lizo_mzimba and catch him on BBC News.

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Hope you enjoyed this episode - if you did, please share it with a friend who may also like to have a listen!

You can find me on Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast or Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod.

And if you'd like to support the podcast, find out how you can donate at celebritycatchup.com :)

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Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve.

Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

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AJ Langer - aka Rayanne Graff from My So-Called Life

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08/05/20 • 54 min

AJ joins Genevieve to relive her time on the cult teen drama and talks about watching the show now with her daughter, whether it could come back today and of course, Jordan Catalano!

She also talks about working with Wes Craven and how her life has changed since becoming the Countess of Devon in England - and not just because she now lives in a castle!

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If you fancy a trip to Devon, why not take a tour of AJ’s home at Powderham Castle. Visit powderham.co.uk or @powderhamcastle on Twitter and Instagram for more details.

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Hope you enjoyed this episode - if you did, please share it with a friend who may also like to have a listen!

You can find me on Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast or Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod.

And if you'd like to support the podcast, find out how you can donate at celebritycatchup.com :)

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Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve.

Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

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Lee MacDonald - aka Grange Hill's Zammo

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07/22/20 • 33 min

Lee joins Genevieve to talk about their favourite Grange Hill memories, how Zammo was originally meant to be killed off in the show and why Lee wasn't allowed to sing on the famous Just Say No single.

Lee also reveals his top tips for starting a business and talks about the devastating car crash that ended his boxing career.

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When he's not acting, you can find Lee at his shop, Mentor Lock, in Wallington, Surrey. You can also follow him on Twitter @leemacdonald.

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Hope you enjoyed this episode - if you did, please share it with a friend who may also like to have a listen!

If you'd like to say hello or suggest a guest for future episodes, you can find me on Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast or Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod.

And if you'd like to support the podcast, find out how you can donate at celebritycatchup.com :)

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Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve.

Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

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Chesney Hawkes - aka The One And Only

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07/08/20 • 53 min

Chesney and Genevieve reminisce about his success with The One and Only, his film debut opposite Roger Daltrey and how a fan once stole an interesting item from his house!

We also talk about the difficult time he faced after being dropped by his record label, why he thinks the entertainment industry is failing young talent and the online concerts he’s been playing during lockdown.

*Please note there is mild swearing in this episode.

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Check out Chesney's Live & Unfiltered shows on his website chesneyhawkes.com. You can also follow him on Twitter @ChesneyHawkes and Instagram @chesneyhawkesofficial

Find out more about Kiersty Rouge at ripplesofchange.foundation.

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Hope you enjoyed this episode - if you did, please share it with a friend who may also like to have a listen!

If you'd like to say hello or suggest a guest for future episodes, you can find me on Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast or Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod.

And if you'd like to support the podcast, find out how you can donate at celebritycatchup.com :)

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Music written and performed live by Chesney Hawkes.

The One and Only given courtesy of Chesney Hawkes.

Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve.

Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

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09/30/20 • 32 min

Maid Marian fans rejoice! The Sheriff of Nottingham himself joins Genevieve to reminisce about the classic '90's kid's TV show. Sir Tony talks about the inspiration behind the comedy and plans to bring it back to our screens.

He also talks about his love for history and reveals which historical figure he'd most like to write about.

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You can follow Sir Tony Robinson on Twitter @Tony_Robinson

Find out more about the Roald Dahl Marvellous Children’s Charity at roalddahl.com/charity

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If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who may also like to have a listen!

You can find me on Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast or Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod.

And if you'd like to support the podcast, find out how you can donate at celebritycatchup.com :)

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Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve.

Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

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09/02/20 • 50 min

Richard joins Genevieve for a fun-filled look back on the early success of Right Said Fred. He talks PVC outfits, performing on stage alongside a mannequin's leg and why he'll always love singing I'm Too Sexy.

He also explains why he's shunned the fame game and why the band's most successful years were also the most bittersweet for him.

*Please note there is some mild swearing in this episode.

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You can check out Right Said Fred's new EP on Spotify - open.spotify.com/album/0jYinO28Jq2zBOZwMQQXPM and you can also find Richard and Fred on their website - rightsaidfred.com

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In response to Richard's comments about his time on I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!, ITV said: "Richard didn't enter the Jungle for editorial reasons and we strongly refute any claims it had anything to do with his sexuality."

You can also find out more information about beards and face masks:

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If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend who may also like to have a listen!

You can find me on Instagram @celebritycatchuppodcast or Twitter @CelebCatchUpPod.

And if you'd like to support the podcast, find out how you can donate at celebritycatchup.com :)

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Episode hosted, produced and edited by Genevieve.

I'm Too Sexy and Good Times Everybody courtesy of Right Said Fred.

Theme music by Mark Savage @mrdiscopop

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