Great Company with Jamie Laing

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I’m Jamie Laing and this is Great Company – a weekly podcast full of inspiring conversations about resilience, joy and self-improvement. Each week I sit down with fascinating guests from entertainment, business and psychology to share the stories that help us learn, grow and feel more connected. New episodes every Wednesday. A JamPot Productions Original Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 18h ago ·  Video

    EXCLUSIVE - MEGAN MCKENNA: My Worst Nightmare Came True

    Megan McKenna gave us some of reality TV’s most iconic moments on TOWIE, Celebrity Big Brother and Ex on the Beach. Since then, she’s reinvented herself, building a successful music career and sharing wholesome cooking and lifestyle content enjoyed by millions online. But behind the scenes, Megan has been navigating something incredibly difficult. She was robbed by masked men in terrifying circumstances that left her feeling unsafe in the UK. Megan hasn’t spoken publicly about what happened to her. Until now. She joined me on Great Company for an exclusive conversation about the night her worst fear came true. In this conversation, Megan shares: - The terrifying robbery that changed her life - The lasting impact of trauma and learning to feel safe again - Reinventing herself after reality TV - Her fertility journey and becoming a mum Megan is truly a beautiful soul and I’m so grateful she trusted us with her story. Megan McKenna is Great Company.  If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:  Instagram - @greatcompanypodcast TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast  Jamie - @jamielaing And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk THE CREDITS Producers: Helen Burke & Emma Rae Woodhouse  Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins Video: Joe Ferrari  Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    EXCLUSIVE - MEGAN MCKENNA: My Worst Nightmare Came True

  2. 2d ago

    LUKE EVANS: Realising Who You Are | GREAT MOMENTS

    Luke Evans is an actor and singer who began his career on stage. He's since starred in over 40 movies including Beauty and the Beast, Fast and Furious 6 and The Girl on the Train. Luke came on Great Company at the start of last year and his story is just incredible. Raised as a Jehovah’s Witness, in a strict religious community, Luke knew his true identity was in conflict with his beliefs. After persistent bullying throughout his schooling, at age 16, he left home, and his new life began.  In this Great Moment, Luke discuss his upbringing in Wales, his sexuality and how he seized the opportunities he really wanted. Listen to the full episode HERE! If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:  Instagram- @greatcompanypodcast TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast  And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk  THE CREDITS Producer: Helen Burke Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins Video: Josh Bennett Social Media: Laura Coughlan Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    LUKE EVANS: Realising Who You Are | GREAT MOMENTS

  3. 5d ago ·  Video

    MICHELLE KENNEDY: Becoming a Mum Inspired Me to Build a Community of 5 Million Women | FOUNDERS FRIDAY

    Michelle Kennedy is the founder and CEO of Peanut, one of the fastest growing social apps for women. I started Great Company because I wanted to connect with people again. Despite being more connected than ever online, many of us have never felt lonelier. That's how Michelle felt after becoming a mum to her son, Finn. Instead of accepting that loneliness, she decided to build the community she wished she'd had. That's how Peanut was born. Since launching in 2017, Peanut has grown to over 5 million registered users, offering women a safe space to ask questions, find support and build connections through every stage of life. In this conversation, Michelle shares: Her journey from law to dating app companiesWhy she left Bumble to start her app, PeanutWhat she thinks makes a great leader and entrepreneurHow Peanut grew from an idea into a community of over 5 million womenThe one piece of advice she'd give every founder Michelle is proof that some of the best businesses start by solving problems you've lived yourself. Michelle Kennedy is Great Company. If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: Instagram – @greatcompanypodcast TikTok – @greatcompanypodcast Jamie – @jamielaing And if you’ve got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk THE CREDITS Producers: Helen Burke Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins Video: Josh Bennett & Emma Gill Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    MICHELLE KENNEDY: Becoming a Mum Inspired Me to Build a Community of 5 Million Women | FOUNDERS FRIDAY

  4. Jul 28 ·  Video

    SIMON PEGG: I Want To Be a Good Man For My Daughter

    Simon Pegg is a legend of the entertainment industry, with a career spanning more than 30 years. Growing up in Gloucester with a cinema just down the road, Simon’s deep love of films was fostered early on. From Shaun of the Dead, Hot Fuzz and The World’s End to Star Trek and the Mission: Impossible franchise, he’s built one of the most beloved bodies of work. I grew up watching Simon’s films, so getting the chance to meet him was surreal. We talked about everything from working with Tom Cruise and J.J. Abrams to our shared love of horror movies and what it means to be a good dad. In this conversation, Simon shares: Why he’ll never make a sequel to the Cornetto TrilogyBeing the child of divorce and what that’s taught him as a parent His favourite thing about his best friend, Nick Frost The moment he got the call for Mission: Impossible  Simon is a reminder that turning a childhood passion into a lifelong career isn't about luck, it's about never letting go of the thing you love. Simon Pegg is Great Company.  'The Undeclared War' is available NOW on C4/ On Demand and on Peacock/ NBC in the US from 27th August If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:  Instagram- @greatcompanypodcast TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast  Jamie - @jamielaing And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk THE CREDITS Producers: Helen Burke  Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins Video: Josh Bennett Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    SIMON PEGG: I Want To Be a Good Man For My Daughter

  5. Jul 26 ·  Bonus

    CHLOE BURROWS on Life after Love Island | GREAT MOMENTS

    It’s Love Island FINAL day!  As another long, hot summer in the villa comes to an end, it feels like the perfect time to look back at my conversation with Love Island royalty, Chloe Burrows.  Chloe is one of the funniest people I’ve ever met. Since leaving the villa, she’s built an incredible career as a podcaster, TV presenter, and all-round good vibes. In this Great Moment, Chloe reveals what it was really like inside the villa and how it felt to return to the real world after becoming famous overnight.  Listen to the full episode HERE! If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:  Instagram- @greatcompanypodcast TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast  And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk  THE CREDITS Producer: Helen Burke Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins Video: Josh Bennett Social Media: Laura Coughlan Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    CHLOE BURROWS on Life after Love Island | GREAT MOMENTS

  6. Jul 23 ·  Video

    VIVIAN TU: Your Rich BFF Shares Money Advice You Need To Hear | FOUNDERS FRIDAY

    Vivian Tu is the founder and CEO of Your Rich BFF, a multi-media company on a mission to make money advice accessible to young people. Vivian started her career on Wall Street before leaving to set up Your Rich BFF, where she now shares bite-sized lessons on personal finance with millions of people around the world. She's grown a community of more than 8 million people helping each other get rich and stay rich. In this conversation, Vivian shares: Why we’re all so uncomfortable talking about moneyHow to navigate finances in relationshipsThe biggest money mistakes people makeHow to ask for a pay rise... and actually get it Vivian reminds us that financial freedom isn’t about earning the most money. It’s about making smarter choices with what you have and learning how to make your money work harder for you. Vivian Tu is Great Company. Check out Vivian’s podcast Networth & Chill HERE If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: Instagram – @greatcompanypodcast TikTok – @greatcompanypodcast Jamie – @jamielaing And if you’ve got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk THE CREDITS Producers: Helen Burke Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins Video: Josh Bennett & Harry Sawkins Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    VIVIAN TU: Your Rich BFF Shares Money Advice You Need To Hear | FOUNDERS FRIDAY

  7. Jul 21 ·  Video

    TOM ASPINALL: Eddie Hearn Is Right - UFC Fighters Deserve More

    Tom Aspinall is the first British UFC Heavyweight Champion of the World. With 15 wins, including 11 by knockout, he’s built a reputation as one of the most devastating finishers in the sport. I'm a huge UFC fan, so sitting down with Tom was a dream come true. From training as a kid in his Dad's MMA gym to becoming one of the biggest names in the UFC, his story is nothing short of incredible.  In this conversation, Tom shares: What it was like stepping into the cage for his first fightThe scariest moments of his career so farHis thoughts on the drama between Eddie Hearn and Dana White What he's learnt as a father to a child with autismWhy being a dad is the most important role in his life Tom was a reminder that some of life’s biggest wins come from finding the courage to face the things that scare you the most. Tom Aspinall is Great Company. Check out Tom's podcast 'The Inner Game' HERE If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:  Instagram- @greatcompanypodcast TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast  Jamie - @jamielaing And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk THE CREDITS Producers: Helen Burke  Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins Video: Josh Bennett Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti Executive Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    TOM ASPINALL: Eddie Hearn Is Right - UFC Fighters Deserve More

  8. Jul 19 ·  Bonus

    JOE MARLER on the Love of His Life | GREAT MOMENTS

    I’ve just had the pleasure of speaking to Nick Mohammed on Great Company, so it felt only right to revisit my conversation with his fellow Faithful, England rugby legend Joe Marler. Larger than life, totally unfiltered and never one to hold back, Joe is one of the most memorable characters to ever pull on an England shirt. In this Great Moment, Joe talks about the real first love of his life - his wife, Daisy - and why she's always been his compass, both on and off the pitch.  Listen to the full episode HERE! If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us:  Instagram- @greatcompanypodcast TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast  And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: greatcompany@jampotproductions.co.uk  THE CREDITS Producer: Helen Burke Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins Video: Josh Bennett Social Media: Laura Coughlan Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    JOE MARLER on the Love of His Life | GREAT MOMENTS
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I’m Jamie Laing and this is Great Company – a weekly podcast full of inspiring conversations about resilience, joy and self-improvement. Each week I sit down with fascinating guests from entertainment, business and psychology to share the stories that help us learn, grow and feel more connected. New episodes every Wednesday. A JamPot Productions Original Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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