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Join Louis Theroux as he embarks on a series of in-depth and freewheeling conversations with a curated collection of fascinating figures from across the globe. The Louis Theroux Podcast is a Spotify podcast from Mindhouse, now available everywhere.

The Louis Theroux Podcast

In this episode, Louis speaks to pop megastar Ed Sheeran. Joining Louis in the studio, Ed describes squeezing Stormzy into his Mini, a surprising breakfast with Van Morrison, and how to be normal when you’re one of the most famous people in the world. 

Warning: Strong language, as well as some adult themes. 

 

Links/Attachments: 

Album: ‘Play’, Ed Sheeran (2025) 

https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/096l4VGKXhhUHyjD8gh1tf 

 

Album: ‘Autumn Variations’, Ed Sheeran (2023) 

https://open.spotify.com/album/5LXOgcszGvUkYzYL4v6wYg 

 

 Album: ‘Subtract’, Ed Sheeran (2023) 

https://open.spotify.com/album/2WFFcvzM0CgLaSq4MSkyZk 

 

SBTV – Online Platform 

https://sbtv.co.uk/home/ 

 

Album: ‘Astral Weeks’, Van Morrison (1968) 

https://open.spotify.com/album/4pG3bKkbmReDt5QTDn3JDz 

 

Album: ‘Moondance’, Van Morrison (1970) 

https://open.spotify.com/album/5PfnCqRbdfIDMb1x3MPQam 

 

Album: ‘Irish Heartbeat’, Van Morrison & The Chieftains (1988) 

https://open.spotify.com/album/0qTjwpf7Oqh8MGtK3aflgO 

 

Album: ‘Van Morrison at the Movies’, Van Morrison (2007) 

https://www.vanmorrison.com/music/van-morrison-at-the-movies-soundtrack-hits 

 

Album: ‘Veedon Fleece’, Van Morrison (1974) 

https://open.spotify.com/album/1zvI5Kkxus94lhz0RvZWBf 

 

Album: ‘Saint Dominic’s Preview’, Van Morrison (1972) 

https://open.spotify.com/album/0i3c1sR3poI6S2VIH2VP7Q 

 

Song: ‘All Along the Watchtower’, Bob Dylan (1967) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/0Fnb2pfBfu0ka33d6Yki17 

 

A Complete Unknown (2024) 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdV-Cs5o8mc 

Song: ‘F64’, Ed Sheeran (2023) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/5DFi6D7SrYHRIgZbY5MqqE 

 

Song: ‘Jiggle Jiggle’, Louis Theroux and Duke & Jones (2022) 

https://open.spotify.com/artist/016Rz5DsXUPPxosNTZLYcv 

 

Song: ‘You Need Me, I Don’t Need You’, Ed Sheeran (2011) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/5KL4iZkCTZyXl7KnHgfVDj 

 

Song: 'They Won't Go When I Go', Stevie Wonder (1974) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/1lIOMibFPfFYlJnjQaZluo 

 

Song: ‘Bootylicious’, Destiny’s Child (2001) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/09mkdGhqb5ySKVsnkx9hy2 

 

Song: ‘Superstition’, Stevie Wonder (1972) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/4N0TP4Rmj6QQezWV88ARNJ 

 

Album: ‘Mule Variations’, Tom Waits (1999) 

https://open.spotify.com/album/7cAcex6xw4fP67ltgn1gm3 

 

Song: ‘JCB’, Nizlopi (2005) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/6CWCgRZ0Hxa2dnrCCvq5bA 

 

Album: ‘Nebraska’, Bruce Springsteen (1982) 

https://open.spotify.com/album/6yskFQZNlLYhkchAxELHi6 

 

Song: ‘Born in the U.S.A.’, Bruce Springsteen (1984) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/0dOg1ySSI7NkpAe89Zo0b9 

Song: ‘Atlantic City’, Bruce Springsteen (1982) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/1Vp8U39YNsDfd6yVuaUq12 

 

Song: ‘Azizam’, Ed Sheeran (2025) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/0GRc3eGTg8HBdWLRGYgqIc 

 

Song: ‘Shape of You’, Ed Sheeran (2017) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/7qiZfU4dY1lWllzX7mPBI3 

 

Song: ‘Baby Shark’, Pinkfong (2017) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/5ygDXis42ncn6kYG14lEVG 

 

Moana (2016) 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKFuXETZUsI 

 

Song: ‘Thinking Out Loud’, Ed Sheeran (2014) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/34gCuhDGsG4bRPIf9bb02f 

 

Song: ‘Let’s Get It On’, Marvin Gaye (1973) 

https://open.spotify.com/track/627teoJpK7qZOxRRY8TNnv 

 

TV Show: ‘Ed Sheeran: The Sum of It All’ (2023) - Disney+ 

https://www.disneyplus.com/en-gb/browse/entity-76b2ccc7-d7d8-434c-b750-f97746bce411 

 

The Lego Movie (2013) 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZ_JOBCLF-I 

 

 

Credits: 

Producer: Millie Chu 

Assistant Producer: Artemis Irvine 

Production Manager: Francesca Bassett 

Music: Miguel D’Oliveira 

Audio Mixer: Tom Guest 

Video Mixer: Scott Edwards 

Shownotes compiled by Immie Webb 

Executive Producer: Arron Fellows 

 

A Mindhouse Production for Spotify 

www.mindhouse.co.uk 

 
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S5 EP6: Ed Sheeran on squeezing Stormzy into his Mini, having breakfast with Van Morrison, and remaining normal

Louis is back with another series of his podcast, speaking to a variety of remarkable people from all walks of life. Tune in weekly from January 14th for wide-ranging conversations with the likes of Willem Dafoe, Jade Thirlwall, Armie Hammer, and more. 

Watch episodes exclusively on Spotify, or listen everywhere. 
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Louis returns with Season 4 of the podcast!

To kick off the new series, Louis is joined in the studio by acting legend Willem Dafoe. Renowned for an astonishing range of acting roles - from Poor Things to Spiderman - Willem discusses his life and career, including collaborating with provocative director Lars von Trier, what it’s like to be buried alive on camera, and how his face has a mind of its own… 

Warnings: Strong language, as well as some adult themes. 
 
Links/Attachments: 
 
Platoon (1986) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8weLPF4qBQ 

Antichrist (2009) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LO-TNfPzh_k 

Last Temptation of Christ (1988) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aW6jxGaIias 

Poor Things (2023) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RlbR5N6veqw 

Spiderman (2002) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t06RUxPbp_c 

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=As-vKW4ZboU&pp=ygUVYmVldGxlanVpY2UgMiB0cmFpbGVy 

Nosferatu (2024) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Px6S0RxfAHg 

The Loveless (1981) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJEmcxXR7H0 

Wild At Heart (1990) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQIdBfrF0Ik 

Shadow Of The Vampire (2000) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_B15iesNMa8 

Body Of Evidence (1993) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51xEHzC-rjQ 

The Witch (2015) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQXmlf3Sefg&t=31s 

The Northman (2022) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8mamgc47SOE 

Birds Eye Advert - Polar Bear Fish Finger (2010) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsKWjO213EY 

Mercedes Advert (2013) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfqNfbCQzpo 

Jim Beam Whiskey Advert (2011) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYXFLX2vB-Q 
 
Breaking the Waves (1996) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHqZh-9AiCs 
 
At Eternity's Gate (2018) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T77PDm3e1iE&pp=ygUaYXQgZXRlcm5pdHkncyBnYXRlIHRyYWlsZXI%3D 

﻿Pink Flamingos (1972) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YwGZ6Mv4qko 
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S4 EP1: Willem Dafoe on collaborating with Lars Von Trier, being buried alive, and his 'distinctive face’

Louis sits down with pop-star and former member of Little Mix, Jade Thirlwall. Jade tells Louis about being ghosted by Harry Styles, clashing with the Gallaghers and coming to the public’s attention on X-Factor. 
 
Warnings: Some strong language and discussions of sensitive themes, including mental health issues and eating disorders. For further information and support, visit https://resources.byspotify.com/ 

Links/Attachments: 
 
BEAT – UK Eating Disorder Charity 
https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/get-information-and-support/get-help-for-myself/i-need-support-now/helplines/ 
 
TV Show: ‘The X Factor’ (2004 – 2021) – ITV 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEY1ejsweY4DgMwOVJeEaBA 
 
Song: ‘Angel Of My Dreams’ - JADE 
https://open.spotify.com/album/6Wf3fqCoGcOYah2lTcwyAA 
 
Music Video: ‘Angel Of My Dreams’ - JADE 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UEc-oy93lf8 
 
TV Show: ‘Boybands Forever’ (2024) – BBC (UK only) 
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m0023h94/boybands-forever 
 
Song: ‘Black Magic’ - Little Mix (2015) 
https://open.spotify.com/album/05MKaTFdEtg64AtPmN1nQ7 
 
Song: ‘Power (feat. Stormzy)' - Little Mix (2017) 
https://open.spotify.com/album/2lSpirhgGBiKAyl38y8RJs 
 
Podcast: ‘Offstage: Inside The X Factor’ (2024) – BBC 
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m001vtth 
 
Album: ‘Glory Days’, Little Mix (2016) 
https://open.spotify.com/album/2GJLzxAajkFeyDPVH7X4Cs 
 
Song: ‘Shout Out to My Ex’- Little Mix (2016) 
https://open.spotify.com/album/4TvPWe1vbrh0hozmCoSFRI 
 
‘Little Mix wins British Group’ – The BRIT Awards (2021) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HO-HcY_8iwE 
 
‘LITTLE BELITTLE: Noel Gallagher slams Little Mix’s Best Band Brit Award win saying they’re ‘not in the same league as Oasis’’ – The Sun 
https://www.thesun.co.uk/tvandshowbiz/15217658/noel-gallagher-little-mix-embarrassing-brits-win/ 
 
Song: ‘212’ - Azealia Banks feat. Lazy Jay (2011) 
https://open.spotify.com/album/1haAnMI7BAQEAzrYjzpTvP 
 
Song: ‘911’ - Lady Gaga (2020) 
https://open.spotify.com/track/6qI0MU175Dk2DeoUjlrOpy 
 
Jesy Nelson: ‘Odd One Out’ (2019) – BBC (UK only) 
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p07lsr4d/jesy-nelson-odd-one-out 
 
Song: ‘Boyz feat. Nicki Minaj’ - Jesy Nelson (2021) 
https://open.spotify.com/album/4ShgsMHEHPPLI6Dk16HNF1 
 
TV Show: ‘Later… with Jools Holland’ – BBC (UK only) 
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00248kc 
 
East is East (1999) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zg-zwt-XMFE 

Credits: 
Producer: Millie Chu 
Assistant Producer: Emilia Gill 
Production Manager: Francesca Bassett 
Music: Miguel D’Oliveira 
Audio Mixer: Tom Guest 
Video Mixer: Scott Edwards 
Shownotes compiled by Immie Webb
Executive Producer: Arron Fellows 
 
A Mindhouse Production for Spotify 
www.mindhouse.co.uk 
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S4 EP2: Jade Thirlwall discusses being ghosted by Harry Styles, clashing with the Gallaghers and coming up on X-Factor

In this episode, Louis is joined by celebrity chef and best–selling cookbook author, Jamie Oliver. Jamie tells Louis about his public feuds with Gordon Ramsey and Anthony Bourdain, chopping part of his finger off on live TV, and why his jerk rice caused such a stir. Plus, Louis provides some recipe tips… 
 
Warnings: Strong language, as well as discussion around food production that may upset some listeners. Visit spotify.com/resources for information and resources. 
 
 
Links/Attachments: 

TV Show: ‘The Naked Chef’ (1999) – BBC 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-CeoHHDYw8 
 
TV Show: ‘Louis Theroux’s Weird Weekends’ (1998) – BBC (UK only) 
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b006w7gn/louis-therouxs-weird-weekends 
 
Jamie’s Italian 
https://italian.jamieoliver-rg.com/ 
 
Book: Simply Jamie, Jamie Oliver (2024) 
https://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/books/simply-jamie 
 
TV Show: ‘Jamie’s Kitchen’ (2002) – Channel 4 
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0358844/ 
 
TV Show: ‘Jamie’s School Dinners’ (2005) – Channel 4 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DG66rKiNkw4 
 
‘Lads, Gak and Union Jacks: The Oral History of ‘Cool Britannia’’ - Vice 
https://www.vice.com/en/article/lads-gak-and-union-jacks-the-oral-history-of-cool-britannia/ 
 
Song: ‘Jiggle Jiggle’, Louis Theroux and Duke & Jones (2022) 
https://open.spotify.com/artist/016Rz5DsXUPPxosNTZLYcv 
 
TV Show: ‘Only Fools and Horses’ (1981 - 2003) – BBC (not available to watch) 
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b006xthd 
 
Harvey’s, London (1987 – 1993) 
https://www.thegoodfoodguide.co.uk/editorial/GFG-archives/1988-to-1993-marco-pierre-white-at-harveys--six-years-that-inspired-a-new-generation-of-chefs# 
 
Book: White Heat, Marco Pierre White (1990) 
https://www.worldofbooks.com/en-gb/products/white-heat-25-book-marco-pierre-white-9781845339906?price=27.00 
 
Book: Kitchen Confidential, Anthony Bourdain (2000) 
https://www.worldofbooks.com/en-gb/products/kitchen-confidential-book-anthony-bourdain-9781408845042?sku=NGR9781408845042&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAj9m7BhD1ARIsANsIIvBU0sOfPH6enBc2Qpztul1QXcMLLn8uut7WbtMgryXA3UkvNOMH3gEaAmMtEALw_wcB 
 
‘Jamie Oliver’s Empire Collapses as 22 UK Restaurants Close’ – The Guardian 
https://www.theguardian.com/food/2019/may/21/jamie-oliver-jobs-administrators-restaurants-jamies-italian 
 
Book: The Naked Chef, Jamie Oliver (1999) 
https://www.worldofbooks.com/en-gb/products/naked-chef-book-jamie-oliver-9780718143602?sku=GOR001223048&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAj9m7BhD1ARIsANsIIvD4Smq_BjCdfmuhtcCExQXMOuf2ipLA-EDglvrr5ithxbO71JFNRJkaAuKPEALw_wcB 
 
Bite Back 2030 
https://www.biteback2030.com/ 
 
‘I Was a Cookbook Ghostwriter’ – The New York Times 
https://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/14/dining/i-was-a-cookbook-ghostwriter.html#:~:text=Julia%20Turshen%2C%20who%20is%20writing,a%20culinary%20romp%20through%20Spain. 
 
Podcast: ‘Young Again with Kirsty Young’ - BBC Sounds 
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001rgtq 
 
TV Show: ‘Jamie: Fast and Simple’ (2024) – Channel 4 
https://www.channel4.com/programmes/jamie-fast-and-simple 
 
Credits: 
Producer: Millie Chu 
Assistant Producers: Maan al-Yasiri and Emilia Gill
Production Manager: Francesca Bassett 
Music: Miguel D’Oliveira 
Audio Mixer: Tom Guest 
Video Mixer: Scott Edwards 
Shownotes compiled by Immie Webb 
Executive Producer: Arron Fellows 
 
A Mindhouse Production for Spotify 
www.mindhouse.co.uk 
 
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S4 EP3: Jamie Oliver on public feuds, chopping his finger off on live TV, and his controversial jerk rice

Louis is joined in the studio by MMA fighter and UFC welterweight champion, Leon ‘Rocky’ Edwards. Leon talks about rubbing shoulders with Andrew Tate, how MMA saved him from a life of crime and what happened when Donald Trump came to see him fight. Plus, Leon puts Louis’s physical strength to the test… 
 
Warnings: Strong language and adult themes 
 
 
 
Links/Attachments: 
 
‘MMA Fighting’s 2022 Knockout of the Year: Leon Edwards vs. Kamaru Usman’ - MMA Fighting 
https://www.mmafighting.com/2022/12/25/23524649/mma-fightings-2022-knockout-of-the-year-leon-edwards-vs-kamaru-usman 
 
UFC Welterweight Ranking 
https://www.ufc.com/rankings 
 
‘Colby Covington: UFC fighter provokes pre-bout row by saying Leon Edwards' dead father is 'in hell'’ - Sky News 
https://news.sky.com/story/colby-covington-ufc-fighter-provokes-pre-bout-row-by-saying-leon-edwards-dead-father-is-in-hell-13030863 
 
‘Briton Edwards loses title in Manchester UFC fight’ - BBC 
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/mixed-martial-arts/articles/cevwr1gpgv9o 
 
Credits: 
Producer: Millie Chu 
Assistant Producer: Emilia Gill 
Production Manager: Francesca Bassett 
Music: Miguel D’Oliveira 
Audio Mixer: Tom Guest 
Video Mixer: Scott Edwards 
Shownotes compiled by Immie Webb
Executive Producer: Arron Fellows 
 
A Mindhouse Production for Spotify 
www.mindhouse.co.uk 
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S4 EP4: Leon Edwards on rubbing shoulders with Andrew Tate, the time Donald Trump saw him fight, and how MMA saved his life

Louis speaks to actor, podcast host and figure of some controversy, Armie Hammer. Dialing in from his new apartment in downtown LA, Armie and Louis discuss the allegations against him, being shunned by famous friends and his unconventional family history. 
 
Warnings: Strong language and graphic sexual content, as well as discussions of sensitive themes, including sexual abuse. For further information and support, visit https://resources.byspotify.com/. 

Links/Attachments: 

‘Armie Hammer Breaks His Silence’ – Air Mail 
https://airmail.news/issues/2023-2-4/armie-hammer-breaks-his-silence 
 
Podcast: ‘The Armie HammerTime Podcast’ (2024 – present) 
https://open.spotify.com/show/05ozD8G0kGIAwJj2PRCjl0 
 
TV Show: ‘House of Hammer’ (2022) – Discovery + 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIQ80m7831I 
 
Instagram Account: @armiehammervictims 
https://www.instagram.com/armiehammervictims?igsh=MTVpbWw2OGMweGFleg== 
 
TV Show: ‘The Offer’ (2022) – Paramount+ 
https://www.paramountplus.com/gb/shows/the-offer/ 
 
Shotgun Wedding (2022) – Amazon Prime 
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Shotgun-Wedding-Jennifer-Lopez/dp/B0B76PXDYJ 
 
‘Victim of cannibal agreed to be eaten’ – The Guardian 
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2003/dec/04/germany.lukeharding 
 
Frontier Crucible (upcoming film) 
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt34370951/ 
 
‘Armie Hammer Returns to Acting With ‘Frontier Crucible’ Western’ – The Hollywood Reporter 
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/armie-hammer-acting-return-western-frontier-crucible-1236048900/ 

Credits: 
Producer: Millie Chu 
Assistant Producer: Emilia Gill 
Production Manager: Francesca Bassett 
Music: Miguel D’Oliveira 
Audio Mixer: Tom Guest 
Video Mixer: Scott Edwards
Shownotes compiled by Immie Webb 
Executive Producer: Arron Fellows 
 
A Mindhouse Production for Spotify 
www.mindhouse.co.uk 
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S4 EP5: Armie Hammer discusses allegations against him, being shunned by famous friends, and his unconventional family history

Louis sits down in the Spotify studio with Irish actor, writer, and director Sharon Horgan. Sharon discusses her colourful years squatting in London, the fine line between comedy and tragedy, and FaceTiming with Bono while filming Bad Sisters 2. She also spills the beans about almost starring in a Woody Allen film… 

Warnings: Strong language. 
 
 
⁠Links/Attachments: 

TV Show: ‘Bad Sisters’ (2022-2025) - AppleTV+ 
https://tv.apple.com/gb/show/bad-sisters/umc.cmc.14kr4vv65unannh7doqgvlh20 

Film: Home Alone (1990) 
https://youtu.be/jEDaVHmw7r4?si=rfeHfnepM2T1YCCQ 

TV Show: ‘Catastrophe’ (2015-2019) - Channel 4 
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5sKQ6ilBGGE 

TV Show: ‘Pulling’ (2006-2009) - BBC 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgHKlCM-7Wk&t=4s 

TV Show: ‘Modern Love’ (2019) - Amazon 
https://youtu.be/2zSuD79TU3w?si=opqU542-inqGMY_d&t=244 

Short Film: The Week Before Christmas (2012) - Sky 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ueKfgCrFuek 

TV Show: ‘Divorce’ (2016-2019) - HBO 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGadA8rJBek 

TV Show: ‘The Larry Sanders Show’ (1992-1998) - HBO 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jG1YlnrQAnM 

TV Show: ‘The Pilot Show’ (2004) - Channel 4 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MueLNwbFWEU 

‘Woody Allen warns against ‘witch hunt’ post-Weinstein' - Variety https://variety.com/2017/film/news/woody-allen-harvey-weinstein-1202590319/ 

Film: Husbands and Wives (1992) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2daA2-OwXbE 

Film: Housewife of the Year (2024) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0OGXGAHaWs 

TV Show: ‘Motherland’ (2016-2022) https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p05j1jkp/motherland 

TV Show: ‘Amandaland’ (2025) https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m0024pyy/amandaland 
 
 
Credits: 
Producer: Millie Chu 
Assistant Producer: Emilia Gill 
Production Manager: Francesca Bassett 
Music: Miguel D’Oliveira 
Audio Mixer: Tom Guest 
Video Mixer: Scott Edwards 
Shownotes compiled by Maisie Williams 
Executive Producer: Arron Fellows 
 
A Mindhouse Production for Spotify 
www.mindhouse.co.uk 
 
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S4 EP6: Sharon Horgan on the sadness of comedy, living in squats and FaceTiming Bono

Louis speaks to Sean Evans, the host of Youtube smash-hit ‘Hot Ones’. Dialling in from New York, the pair swap interview techniques, as well as discussing Sean’s upbringing in Chicago and how he utilised chicken wings to create one of the biggest talk shows in the world. Plus, Sean lets Louis know which celebrities were ratings hits and who he’d never have on the show... 

Warnings: Strong language. 
 
Links/Attachments: 

YouTube: Louis Theroux (me) reacts to his (my) ‘Hot Ones’ episode (2025)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_WT5kxyZ1I

YouTube Series: Louis Theroux Attacks the Shark While Eating Spicy Wings - Hot Ones (2023) 
https://youtu.be/wlL9RUGxXSs?si=sVQYvUdArc4Wr_Dl 
 
YouTube Series: Anthony Rizzo On Chicago Cubs Rivalries & Baseball Superstitions While Eating Spicy Wings - Hot Ones (2015) 
https://youtu.be/4iSCOtYs_6Q?si=hA2IVueisoOo4WVG 
 
YouTube Series: Prince Amukamara Talks NFL Salaries & Pre-Game Sex While Eating Spicy Wings - Hot Ones (2015) 
https://youtu.be/kmBlwAFRFJU?si=lvE5Ot11dnWkeTnk 
 
YouTube Series: Trick Daddy Prays for Help While Eating Spicy Wings - Hot Ones (2018) 
https://youtu.be/SywOj6EpkOc?si=-DHaIisP36RwCQdD 
 
YouTube Series: DJ Khaled Talks Fuccbois, Finga Licking, and Media Dinosaurs While Eating Spicy Wings - Hot Ones (2015) 
https://youtu.be/1HYEC_FlgAg?si=CCcTdghBl4ifWjO5 
 
Book: Paper Lion, George Plimpton (1966) 
 
Book: Shadow Box, George Plimpton (1977) 
 
YouTube Series: Conan O'Brien Needs a Doctor While Eating Spicy Wings - Hot Ones (2024) 
https://youtu.be/FALlhXl6CmA?si=ZdOg3BD0sCihdUZH 
 
YouTube Series: Sean Evans and Chili Klaus Eat the Carolina Reaper, the World's Hottest Chili Pepper – Hot Ones (2015) 
https://youtu.be/9k-SBpElcWA?si=sUU4Ks6k4AqbcXas 
 
Article: In the hot seat: Behind Hot Ones’ ambitions to be the future of late-night TV – The Verge (2019) 
https://www.theverge.com/2019/10/31/20938739/hot-ones-sean-evans-youtube-guests-gordon-ramsey-idris-elba-late-night-tv 
 
'Chili Klaus & Classical Orchestra 🌶'
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MuvUaFp_qMQ

 
Credits: 
Producer: Millie Chu 
Assistant Producer: Emilia Gill 
Production Manager: Francesca Bassett 
Music: Miguel D’Oliveira 
Audio Mixer: Tom Guest 
Video Mixer: Scott Edwards 
Shownotes compiled by Maisie Williams 
Executive Producer: Arron Fellows 
 
A Mindhouse Production for Spotify 
www.mindhouse.co.uk 
 
 
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S4 EP7: Sean Evans discusses his upbringing in Chicago, interview techniques, and no-go guests on ‘Hot Ones’

It's that time again...

Louis returns for another series of his podcast. Join him weekly from May 6th as he delves into the lives of fascinating people from across the globe. 

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Louis is back with the fifth season of his podcast!

In this episode, Louis is joined by tech entrepreneur turned longevity evangelist, Bryan Johnson. Dialling in from his home in Los Angeles, Bryan tells Louis all about his quest to live forever, from the psychedelic experience that changed his life, to the role of superintelligence in the future. Plus, Louis learns the importance of night-time erections. 

Warnings: Strong language and some adult themes. 

Links/Attachments: 

 

Mind – UK Mental Health Charity 

https://www.mind.org.uk/ 

 

Suicide Prevention UK 

https://spuk.org.uk/ 

 

Book: The Ghost in the Machine, Arthur Koestler (originally published in 1967) 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ghost-Machine-Arthur-Koestler/dp/1939438349 

 

‘How to be 18 years old again for Only $2 million a year’ - Bloomberg (2023) 

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2023-01-25/anti-aging-techniques-taken-to-extreme-by-bryan-johnson?embedded-checkout=true 

 

TV Show: ‘Silicon Valley’ (2014-2019) - HBO 

https://www.hbo.com/silicon-valley 

 

‘Harvard study, almost 80 years old, has proved that embracing community helps up live longer and be happier’ - The Harvard Gazette (2017) 

https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2017/04/over-nearly-80-years-harvard-study-has-been-showing-how-to-live-a-healthy-and-happy-life/ 

 

Credits: 

Producer: Millie Chu 

Assistant Producer: Maan al-Yasiri 

Production Manager: Francesca Bassett 

Music: Miguel D’Oliveira 

Audio Mixer: Tom Guest 

Video Mixer: Scott Edwards 

Shownotes compiled by Immie Webb 

Executive Producer: Arron Fellows 

 

A Mindhouse Production for Spotify 

www.mindhouse.co.uk 
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S5 EP3: Bryan Johnson discusses life-changing psychedelics, superintelligence, and night-time erections

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