Sort Your Life Out Unpacked

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Tidying expert Dilly Carter chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three revealing mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. Dilly asks whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives. Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is an Optomen production for BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

  1. 3d ago

    Yinka Bokinni: Red Carpet Dental Floss

    Dily Carter is joined by, presenter Yinka Bokinni explains, how motherhood has reshaped her life, and why she never leaves home without an interdental stick (it involves Ed Sheeran)... Yinka brings in three seemingly everyday items and Dilly unpacks the real meaning behind them. One represents motherhood and how she always needs to be ‘on’, one represents how Yinka’s family are the village that continues to raise her. She and Dilly have more in common than they realised - they bond over Lazy Susans, boardgame storage and being the organised one in the relationship. Plus, Dilly attempts to get to the bottom of why Yinka keeps playing cards in the fridge… Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out. Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Sebastien Rabas Line Producer: Philippa Pettett Production Co-ordinator: Bernelyse Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Brookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

  2. Aug 4

    Melvin Odoom: MiniDiscs, Memories and an Olympic Torch

    In this episode Dilly is joined by Melvin Odoom for a cheeky and surprisingly revealing chat about the objects he just can’t let go of. Melvin brings along three items that tell the story of his life so far – a stack of MiniDiscs packed with homemade radio demos from his early attempts to break into broadcasting, a treasured Olympic torch from the London 2012 Games, and a retro computer game from his childhood that still brings back memories of growing up. As Dilly digs into the stories behind each item, Melvin opens up about why he gets emotionally attached to objects, the memories they hold, and why he struggles to throw anything away. From nostalgic childhood moments to the hustle of trying to make it in radio, the conversation is packed with laughs, honest reflections and plenty of cheeky back-and-forth between the pair. Along the way, Dilly tries to work out whether Melvin is sentimental or simply incapable of having a clear-out – and Melvin does his best to defend the ever-growing collection of memories he keeps around him. Information and support for some of the issues covered in our programmes can be found at bbc.co.uk/actionline Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out. Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Daniel King Line Producer: Jacob Moore Production Co-ordinator: Bernelyse Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Brookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

  3. Jul 28

    Fatiha El-Ghorri: The Giraffe and the Spatula

    Dilly Carter is joined by comedian Fatiha El-Ghorri, who brings her trademark honesty, chaos and humour – not least when she is horrified to learn that you should actually be hoovering your mattress. Fatiha hands Dilly three items from home for her to unpack – a broken spatula that she refuses to throw away, a coin purse that she inherited from her grandmother, and a gift from her niece. Fatiha opens about life after cancer treatment and how seriously she takes her role as an auntie. Plus, why she’ll never leave the house without ‘poo spray’! Fatiha thinks that Dilly should be knighted for services in organisation – but can Dilly convince her to start using a spatula that isn’t broken? Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out. Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Daniel King Line Producer: Becca Chiplen Production Co-ordinator: Bernelyse Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Brookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

  4. Jul 21

    Adam Kay: Eleven Enormous Memory Boxes

    Dilly is joined by the comedy powerhouse Adam Kay, a doctor turned author who drew on his experiences in the NHS to write the best-selling memoir This Is Going to Hurt. Currently, Adam is up to his eyes with his two toddlers and a home renovation. Adam brings in three items from home for Dilly Carter to unpack – one that reflects his current life decisions, another which reflects family life and a third that helps him plot out his books. He opens up about how fatherhood has changed him forever, what it was like missing his daughter’s birth, and he gets Dilly’s much-needed advice on what to keep and, crucially, what to throw away. He’s already drowning in kids’ memory boxes before their school years have begun! Dilly and Adam explore why creativity and chaotic homes go hand in hand and they answer some of life’s big questions… like which wallpaper should go in the office!? Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out. Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Sebastien Rabas Line Producer: Becca Chiplen Production Co-ordinator: Bernelyse Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Brookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

  5. Jul 14

    Desiree Burch: Corsets and Crystals

    Moving away from the country you grew up in can be both tough and full of joy. In this episode, comedian Desiree Burch and professional organiser Dilly Carter reflect on where it truly feels like home. Desiree brings in three items for Dilly to unpack, which reveal Desiree’s previous career as a dominatrix(!), the thing that Desiree has far too much of and how her childhood home has affected how she lives now. And we hear why Desiree ranks herself a one out of ten when it comes to organisation! This episode is full of tips to help you sort our own life out including how to stop overbuying, how to honour treasured clothes, and how we can reflect on our relationship to stuff in order to change our habits. Desiree was ready to sort her life out, but can Dilly be the divine intervention that she wants? Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out. Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Sebastien Rabas Line Producer: Philippa Pettett Production Co-ordinator: Bernelyse Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Brookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

  6. Jul 9

    Vicky Pattison: Six Wedding Dresses (Live at Crossed Wires)

    In this episode recorded in front of a live audience at Sheffield's Crossed Wires festival, Dilly Carter helps TV personality and radio presenter Vicky Pattison unbox three treasures from her home. In a frank, funny and emotional interview, Dilly and Vicky unpack a royal invitation, a selection of well-loved - and well chewed - dog toys and one of six dresses that Vicky wore during her fairy tale wedding to husband Ercan. Information and support for some of the issues covered in our programmes can be found at bbc.co.uk/actionline Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out. Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Spiritland Productions Line Producer: Jacob Moore Production Co-ordinator: Bernelyse Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Zinia Scrogs Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Brookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

  7. Jul 7

    Christine Lampard: Grandma's Spotty Apron

    Dilly is joined by a friend who she calls “the nicest person in TV”, Christine Lampard. Christine brings in three items from home for Dilly Carter to unpack – her gran’s apron from her Northern Irish childhood, some treasured items from her kids’ early years, and the dress she wore the night she met Frank. Christine opens up her deeply sentimental world shaped by family, motherhood and a lifelong love of keeping hold of little memories. She takes a trip down memory lane and reflects on making her dreams come true working behind the camera in TV, then becoming a daytime TV star, and not to mention her very first date with Frank – which involved her mum and sister! But with so many joyful moments to remember, can Dilly help Christine find a way to stay on top of things when every scribble drawn by the kids feels too meaningful to let go? Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out. Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Joel Sommazzi Production Manager: Becca Chiplen Production Co-ordinator: Bernelyse Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Brookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

  8. Jun 30

    Lauren Laverne: 8,000 Vinyl Records

    Dilly is joined by broadcaster, DJ and self-confessed emotional shopper Lauren Laverne. She invites Dilly into her thoughtful, music-filled world and reveals why she loves the ‘teen years’ of parenting. Lauren brings in three items from home for Dilly to unpack: a very special collection that she inherited from her dad, something central to hers and her husband's careers, and an item of clothing that symbolises a new identity post-cancer treatment. She opens up to Dilly about who’s more organised in her relationship, how she copes with grief, and the reason her worries have shrunk and her self-expression has grown. Plus, Lauren tells Dilly about a clear-out worthy of the warehouse! Information and support for some of the issues covered in our programmes can be found at bbc.co.uk/actionline Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is hosted by tidying expert Dilly Carter. In each episode, Dilly chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. At the end, Dilly asks her guest whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle any of the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives out. Presented by Dilly Carter Editing: Daniel King Production Manager: Becca Chiplen Production Co-ordinator: Bernelyse Ekomisa Assistant Producer: Emily D'Souza Executive Producer for Optomen: Charlotte Brookes Assistant Commissioner: Chris Bartlett Commissioning Editors: Rhian Roberts and Beejal-Maya Patel Produced by Holly Newson Hair & Make Up: Sarah Burrows Art Director: River Gibbs Production Runner: Molly Morgan An Optomen production for iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

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Tidying expert Dilly Carter chats to a celebrity guest and unboxes three revealing mystery objects from their home that reveal what is really important to them. Dilly asks whether they are going to keep, donate or recycle the items and, along the way, we learn how to organise and sort our own lives. Sort Your Life Out Unpacked is an Optomen production for BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds.

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