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  1. Lenny Henry On Comedy, Dramatic Acting & Returning To Stand-Up

    5d ago

    Lenny Henry On Comedy, Dramatic Acting & Returning To Stand-Up

    What did Eddie Murphy say to Lenny Henry? In this Monday episode of The Romesh Ranganathan Show, Romesh is joined by the legendary comedian, actor, and writer, Sir Lenny Henry. The pair look back at Lenny’s incredible career, from his early stand-up and TV shows, to his latest projects. They discuss racism, realities of working in the entertainment industry, and the pressure that comes with a long career. Lenny talks about his return to stand-up with his new tour, Lenny Henry: Still at Large, and his new BBC show,The Split Up (available on BBC iPlayer now). Plus, they deep dive into the world of being a stand-up comedian, inspirations, and how it's changed over the years. Elsewhere, Romesh and Lenny get into self-care, manscaping, and some questionable fashion choices, and Lenny opens up about death, grief, and some of the lessons he’s learned throughout his life. Plus, Shanthi has a bone to pick with Romesh... A fascinating conversation about comedy, careers, ageing, loss, and what it takes to keep going. Buy tickets to Lenny's tour 'Still at Large' with dates until November 4, 2026. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform Media. If therapy is something you've been thinking about, visit Counselling Directory and find a therapist that's right for you: https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=romesh_sponsorship Chapters 00:00 Intro 03:46 When Lenny and Romesh met 05:20 A gift for Lenny 08:34 Lenny’s career 13:53 On True Identity 17:30 On chef and career mentality 18:54 The challenges of the industry 20:44 Lenny reads Romesh 22:45 Self-care and manscaping 25:20 Fashion faux pas 29:29 The upcoming tour and being on stage 40:06 A question from Shanthi on impressions 43:54 The Split Up 29:38 Misquoted 57:11 On death and grief 58:45 Some advice from Lenny 59:59 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  2. Rosebud Live at Riverside Studios - Sir Lenny Henry

    May 8

    Rosebud Live at Riverside Studios - Sir Lenny Henry

    Our guest today is Sir Lenny Henry, the pioneering comedian, entertainer, actor and campaigner, who tells Gyles his story, and it's an impressive one: from the streets of Dudley in the West Midlands, to winning New Faces at only 16 years old, to an acclaimed run as Othello at the West Yorkshire Playhouse. Lenny brings his childhood home to life - his mother, a gifted preacher who came to the UK from Jamaica, and whose formidable personality was a huge influence on Lenny. His dads - Winston and Uncle Albert. The "tall food". The park. The mood board on his bedroom wall. This is an evocative, fascinating and very funny edition of Rosebud. This episode was recorded at Riverside Studios in Hammersmith in London, in front of a live audience, as part of Riverside's 50th birthday celebrations. Lenny Henry is on tour nationwide, tickets are available here. Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube here. Join The Rosebud Family here. And visit our website here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. Ep 160: Sir Lenny Henry

    08/31/2022

    Ep 160: Sir Lenny Henry

    We’re back in National Treash territory as we welcome our first Knight of the Realm to the Dream Restaurant: Sir Lenny Henry. Lenny Henry’s ‘Rising to the Surface’ is published by Faber & Faber on 1 September. Buy it here. Lenny Henry‘s ‘The Book of Legends’ is published by Pan Macmillan on 13 October. Buy it here. Lenny Henry stars in ‘Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ on Prime Video from 2 September. Watch it here. Follow Lenny on Twitter @LennyHenry Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive. Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design) and Amy Browne (illustrations). Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial. And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show. Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. 4. Lenny Henry

    05/18/2020

    4. Lenny Henry

    Louis is using the lockdown to track down some high-profile people he’s been longing to talk to – a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious. Louis speaks to Sir Lenworth George Henry, better known as comedian, campaigner and actor Lenny Henry. Lenny discusses racism in the UK, his relationship with his mother and disco ‘snog tracks’.

  5. Melanie C, Lenny Henry, Ralf Little & Will Mellor #544

    May 1

    Melanie C, Lenny Henry, Ralf Little & Will Mellor #544

    Welcome back to the Chris Moyles Show on Radio X Podcast! Hey here’s a fun fact for you… did you know Flo Rida is named that because he’s from Florida?! (yeh, you’re welcome!!) We’ve had a completely normal, and very sensible week on The Chris Moyles Show… said no one ever! Chris is back from his South African Safari, so obviously chaos resumes. We welcomed the Music Propstore gang, attempted to prank Dom (he’s a tough one to crack!), and of course rolled out the big guns - Stupid Amnesty and Reverse Words. Proper highbrow stuff. And somehow amongst all that we still squeezed in three massive guests… Pop icon and friend of the show Melanie C popped in ahead of the release of her ninth studio album Sweat! With top goss on which Spice Girl tracks are her favourite and least favourite, and we even played a round of Reverse Words with her!! Sir Lenny Henry also joined us to chat about heading back on tour for the first time in 15 years - yes, FIFTEEN, and shared stories about what inspired his upcoming tour, plus a bit of Comic Relief chat too, of course!! Ralf Little and Will Mellor also burst into the studio, like two lads who’d had too much sugar. Will admitted he didn’t understand Ralf’s play (but at least he was trying to be supportive), and he confirmed he’s basically become the voice of birds on TV adverts. Meanwhile, Ralf’s off being talented and successful as the lead role in The Spy Who Came From The Cold. And as we love to spoil you, here’s some extra bits from this week… The Captain Clump songPlace names with exclamation marksChris’ new friend Bryce Enjoy! The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X! Weekdays 6:30am - 10am

  6. Ronny Chieng Thinks Summer Is the Worst Season. Prove Him Wrong.

    09/01/2022

    Ronny Chieng Thinks Summer Is the Worst Season. Prove Him Wrong.

    Ice cream. Vacations. Long walks on the beach. Ronny Chieng f**king hates it all. Summer is the worst season. Prove him wrong.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  7. Sir Lenny Henry: Truth telling, support networks, and bad handwriting

    10/23/2023

    Sir Lenny Henry: Truth telling, support networks, and bad handwriting

    Have you spoken to your parents and grandparents about their own life experiences? For Sir Lenny Henry, it’s been important to document his family’s stories.   In this chat with Fearne, Lenny talks about his community’s culture of overcoming big life events as a collective, explains how his humour won him allies when he was being bullied, and thinks about what still needs to be done to tackle racism in the UK.   You can catch episode one of Three Little Birds on ITVX now, and episode two will be on ITV on Sunday 29 October. Lenny’s latest children’s book, The Boy With Wings: Clash of the Superkids, is out now.   CONTENT WARNING: This episode frankly discusses incidents of racism.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. Black British Fashion Matters With Afua Hirsch, Ozwald Boateng and Professor Carol Tulloch

    10/10/2022

    Black British Fashion Matters With Afua Hirsch, Ozwald Boateng and Professor Carol Tulloch

    This is the podcast where we explore why and how Black British lives matter – What it means to be Black and British, our culture, our joy and our pain.   This week we discuss why Black British Fashion Matters with Afua Hirsch, Ozwald Boateng and Professor Carol Tulloch. What fashion, clothes and style say about Black British culture and identity.    Afua Hirsch is an award winning author and journalist, TV presenter, one of Britain’s thought leaders and most importantly for this episode, a partner with SIKA Fashion.   Ozwald Boateng is one of the most recognizable names in British fashion known for his trademark twist on classic tailoring and bespoke styles.   Professor Carol Tulloch, a writer, leading academic, and curator with a specialism in dress and black identities.   Between them they make up a Black British Fashion Matters dream team and a very exciting podcast.   Find out more about the hosts and guests:   Ozwald Boateng https://www.ozwaldboateng.co.uk/   Afua Hirsch https://www.afuahirsch.com/   Prof. Carol Tulloch http://professorcaroltulloch.com/   Marcus Ryder is on Twitter @marcusryder Lenny Henry is also on Twitter @LennyHenry https://lennyhenry.net/   Our book: Black British Lives Matter by Lenny Henry and Marcus Ryder is published by Faber & Faber and is available to purchase here: https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571368518-black-british-lives-matter/   Cover art by Faber Music by The Lethargees Podcast by Faber & Faber Ltd.     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  9. Lenny Henry, Russell Howard, Damien Molony, Motsi Mabuse

    09/11/2022

    Lenny Henry, Russell Howard, Damien Molony, Motsi Mabuse

    This week on the show we welcome friends from the world of television, dance, film and broadcasting The legendary Lenny Henry discusses his extraordinary life and career in his new book 'Rising to the Surface'. The always funny Russell Howard chats about the return of his weekly Sky Comedy show 'The Russell Howard Hour'. Awesome actor Damien Molony fills us in on the latest series of 'Brassic' on Sky Max. And Strictly judge Motsi Mabuse shares her riveting life story in her new book 'Finding My Own Rhythm'. Plus Edward Enninful, Aidan Turner and Vanessa Feltz. You can catch Chris and the team live weekdays 6:30am-10am on Virgin Radio UK. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to hear the highlights every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  10. Black British Disabled People Matter With Michelle Daley and Katouche Goll

    12/05/2022

    Black British Disabled People Matter With Michelle Daley and Katouche Goll

    This is the podcast where we explore why and how Black British lives matter –  What it means to be Black and British, our culture, our joy and our pain.   This week we discuss why Black British Disabled People Matter with Michelle Daley and Katouche Goll, both leading campaigners for Black disability rights for people in Britain. Daley and Goll explain why we cannot properly address racism in Britain today unless Black disabled people are front and centre of any struggle. Estimated to make up 22 percent of the Black British population we explore exactly why Black British disabled people’s lives matter.    Find out more about the hosts and guests:   Michelle Daley http://www.daleymichelle.co.uk/ Twitter: @michedaley    Katouche Goll Twitter: @itsKatouche Instagram: @itskatouche   Marcus Ryder is on Twitter @marcusryder   Lenny Henry is also on Twitter @LennyHenry https://lennyhenry.net/   Our book: Black British Lives Matter by Lenny Henry and Marcus Ryder is published by Faber & Faber and is available to purchase here: https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571368518-black-british-lives-matter/   Podcast art by Faber Music by The Lethargees This podcast is a Faber & Faber production           Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  11. Comedian Lenny Henry , Marina Hyde at the Tory conference, the wild world of chess

    10/08/2022

    Comedian Lenny Henry , Marina Hyde at the Tory conference, the wild world of chess

    This week, Marina Hyde picks over the rubble of this week’s decision-making by the Tories (1m25s), Sean Ingle delves into the wild world of chess (10m52s), and Tom Lamont sits down with comedian, writer and actor Lenny Henry (25m57s).

  12. Lenny Henry

    10/21/2019

    Lenny Henry

    Living legend Lenny Henry sits down with James O'Brien for an in-depth look at his life and times on the small screen.

  13. Michael Morpurgo, John McCarthy in the Wye Valley, dialect poet Raymond Reed, Lenny Henry's Inheritance Tracks

    10/20/2012

    Michael Morpurgo, John McCarthy in the Wye Valley, dialect poet Raymond Reed, Lenny Henry's Inheritance Tracks

    Sian Williams and Richard Coles with author, playwright and poet Michael Morpurgo, Jane Esuantsiwa Goldsmith who went to Ghana to find her father and ended up being anointed Queen Mother of Akoanso village, Northumbrian dialect poet Raymond Reed, and animal movement coach Peter Elliott. John McCarthy continues his romantic tour of the Wye Valley, best-selling crime writer Peter James takes a stroll through Brighton's dark underbelly and actor and comedian Lenny Henry shares his Inheritance Tracks. Producer: Dixi Stewart.

  14. Black British Fathers Matter With Adrian Lester and Marvyn Harrison

    10/24/2022

    Black British Fathers Matter With Adrian Lester and Marvyn Harrison

    This is the podcast where we explore why and how Black British lives matter –  What it means to be Black and British, our culture, our joy and our pain.   This week Marcus discusses why Black British Fathers Matter with actor Adrian Lester and activist Marvyn Harrison. From ‘absent fathers’ being blamed for the ills of Black society to playing a critical role in the Black family - dissecting the truth from the stereotypes - everything is talked about with raw honesty.   Adrian Lester CBE is an award-winning stage and film actor, writer and director. Regarded as one of the most versatile actors in the UK, Adrian Lester receives critical acclaim for his roles on TV, the big screen and theatre.  He is also the father of two daughters.   Marvyn Harrison is the founder of Dope Black Dads, an organisation set up to counter the negative narratives around Black fathers as well as offering support to Black men to be better fathers. He is also the father of two small children.   Find out more about the hosts and guests:   Adrian Lester https://tinapriceconsultants.com/adrian-lester/ Instagram: @adrian_lester Twitter: @AdrianLester   Marvyn Harrison https://www.marvynharrison.co.uk/ Instagram: @marvynharrison Twitter: @Marvyn_Harrison   Marcus Ryder is on Twitter @marcusryder   Lenny Henry is also on Twitter @LennyHenry https://lennyhenry.net/   Our book: Black British Lives Matter by Lenny Henry and Marcus Ryder is published by Faber & Faber and is available to purchase here: https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571368518-black-british-lives-matter/   Podcast art by Faber Music by The Lethargees This podcast is a Faber & Faber production       Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  15. Black British Food Matters With Zoe Adjonyoh and Melissa Thompson

    11/28/2022

    Black British Food Matters With Zoe Adjonyoh and Melissa Thompson

    This is the podcast where we explore why and how Black British lives matter –What it means to be Black and British, our culture, our joy and our pain.   This week we discuss why Black British Food Matters with Zoe Adjonyoh, founder of Zoe’s Ghana Kitchen and award-winning food journalist Melissa Thompson. Food plays a central role in any society. It carries our culture across generations and holds secrets about our history. We also ask if the food wider society values contains racist overtones, for example why is French cuisine regularly seen as the height of “good cooking” while West African food is rarely mentioned?   Find out more about the hosts and guests:   Zoe Adjonyoh https://www.zoesghanakitchen.com/ Twitter: @zoeadjonyoh Instagram: @zoeadjonyoh Melissa Thompson https://www.fowlmouths.co.uk/ Twitter: @FowlMouthsFood Instagram: @fowlmouthsfood Marcus Ryder is on Twitter @marcusryder Lenny Henry is also on Twitter @LennyHenry https://lennyhenry.net/   Our book: Black British Lives Matter by Lenny Henry and Marcus Ryder is published by Faber & Faber and is available to purchase here: https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571368518-black-british-lives-matter/   Podcast art by Faber Music by The Lethargees This podcast is a Faber & Faber production   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  16. Black British Hair Matters With Stephanie Cohen and Kevin Morosky

    11/07/2022

    Black British Hair Matters With Stephanie Cohen and Kevin Morosky

    This is the podcast where we explore why and how Black British lives matter –What it means to be Black and British, our culture, our joy and our pain.   This week we discuss why Black British Hair Matters with activist Stephanie Cohen from the Halo Collective, and filmmaker Kevin Morosky.   From dreadlocks to weaves, we look at what our hair says about our Black identity. We explore the politics and racism around hair, from "Black is beautiful" afros to discrimination in the workplace. Black barbershops and hair salons play a central role in our communities. We discuss what we love about our hair and what can sometimes make us want to pull it out!    Find out more about the hosts and guests:   Stephanie Cohen https://halocollective.co.uk/ Twitter @TheHaloCode Instagram: @thehalocode   Kevin Morosky http://www.kevinmorosky.com/ Instagram: @kevinmorosky Twitter: @kevinmorosky   Marcus Ryder is on Twitter @marcusryder Lenny Henry is also on Twitter @LennyHenry https://lennyhenry.net/   Our book: Black British Lives Matter by Lenny Henry and Marcus Ryder is published by Faber & Faber and is available to purchase here: https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571368518-black-british-lives-matter/   Podcast art by Faber Music by The Lethargees This podcast is a Faber & Faber production   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  17. Black British Art Matters With Ashton Attzs and Rianna Jade Parker

    12/12/2022

    Black British Art Matters With Ashton Attzs and Rianna Jade Parker

    This is the podcast where we explore why and how Black British lives matter – What it means to be Black and British, our culture, our joy and our pain. This week we discuss why Black British Art Matters with Ashton Attzs and Rianna Jade Parker. Ashton Attz, is a Black non-binary painter and illustrator who won the coveted Evening Standard Art Prize in 2018 for the painting of transgender swimmers, “Don’t Stay In Ya Lane”, and Rianna Jade Parker is a leading a critic, curator and researcher whose first book ‘A Brief History of Black British Art’ was published by Tate in 2021. Art can both define a culture, shape it, and articulate the thoughts and feelings of a community. From Chris Ofili to Lynette Yiadom- Boakye we explores exactly what art says about Black British Live and why it matters. Find out more about the hosts and guests: Ashton Attzs Instagram: @attzs Rianna Jade Parker Twitter: @xaymacans http://www.riannajadeparker.com/ Marcus Ryder is on Twitter @marcusryder Lenny Henry is also on Twitter @LennyHenry https://lennyhenry.net/ Our book: Black British Lives Matter by Lenny Henry and Marcus Ryder is published by Faber & Faber and is available to purchase here: https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571368518-black-british-lives-matter/ Podcast art by Faber Music by The Lethargees This podcast is a Faber & Faber production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  18. Lenny Henry, Richard Osman, and Toby sits in with a glass of milk #419

    11/24/2023

    Lenny Henry, Richard Osman, and Toby sits in with a glass of milk #419

    Have you ever put a kitchen spread on your head to make your hair grow? Hello good friend, and welcome to episode 419 of The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X Podcast. This week everyone’s favourite Tarrant was on the show. That’s right, we had a voice note from the wonderful Chris Tarrant! Toby Tarrant was also here, sitting in for Chris Moyles. Speaking of national treasures,  Lenny Henry came by this week, and told stories of boozy cakes, and being knighted. Richard Osman also stopped by and told a rather exceptional story involving David Bowie, Suede and a toilet in Barcelona. To top it all off, Exec Producer Pippa popped in on her week off to play a round of Craptic Birthdays. Now despite delivering on guests, Toby managed to spoil it all and gross out the entire team with a questionable admission involving milk. So, click play and prepare to be both entertained and disgusted by this glorious podcast which also includes: Toby pranking DomPub Quiz-GateProducer Vin picking a fight with Derek Chisora Enjoy! The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X Weekdays 6:30am-10am

  19. Black British Mental Health Matters With Marverine Cole and David Harewood

    11/21/2022

    Black British Mental Health Matters With Marverine Cole and David Harewood

    This is the podcast where we explore why and how Black British lives matter –What it means to be Black and British, our culture, our joy and our pain. This week we discuss why Black British Mental Health Matters with the highly acclaimed actor David Harewood and journalist and documentary maker Marverine Cole. With Black Britons four times more likely to be sectioned under the Mental Health Act this is one of the most pressing issues affecting our communities. Our guests talk about the reality behind the shocking stats, their own personal mental health experiences and whether living in Britain is bad for our mental health. Find out more about the hosts and guests:   David Harewood https://davidharewood.co.uk/ Twitter: @DavidHarewood Instagram: @davidharewood David Harewood’s BBC Two documentary is ‘Psychosis and Me’ Marverine Cole https://www.marverinecole.co.uk/ Twitter: @TVMarv Instagram: @tvmarv Marverine Cole’s BBC Radio 4 documentary is ‘Black Girls Don’t Cry’ Marcus Ryder is on Twitter @marcusryder Lenny Henry is also on Twitter @LennyHenry https://lennyhenry.net/   Our book: Black British Lives Matter by Lenny Henry and Marcus Ryder is published by Faber & Faber and is available to purchase here: https://www.faber.co.uk/product/9780571368518-black-british-lives-matter/   Podcast art by Faber Music by The Lethargees This podcast is a Faber & Faber production   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  20. Weekend podcast: best of 2022 – part 2

    12/31/2022

    Weekend podcast: best of 2022 – part 2

    Weekend is taking a break. So this week, the team is picking out their favourite pieces from the last few months just in case you missed them. Writer Tom Lamont sits down with beloved British writer, actor and comedian, Lenny Henry (1m42s), journalist Jess Cartner-Morley looks at whether we’ve finally reached peak Whatsapp (25m03s), and finally, columnist Zoe Williams asks: Why has Britain fallen in love with Botox? (37m37s)

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