Invite Only

Juggling Strictly, EastEnders and a house move is certainly keeping Jamie Borthwick busy. Find out what's powering him through - and the special housewarming gift he'd love for his new pad - in this chat with his dance partner Michelle Visage and Invite Only's Janine Yaqoob. The EastEnders favourite looks back at his 18 years on the hit soap as Jay Brown, the legends who inspired him along the way and what the future holds for him.  And the Strictly duo discuss the close bond they have formed on the show, the physical and mental challenges of the intense training, and their excitement about performing the Argentine tango this week and the prospect of making it to the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom.

Trailblazing comedian Shazia Mirza is used to tough crowds as part of her career: first, working as a teacher in Tower Hamlets, and later as a successful stand-up comedian, performing to audiences across the world. So when she appeared as a contestant on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, Shazia tells our podcast that Billy Billingham's brutal insults on the show didn't affect her, because she's heard worse from hecklers - and even her own parents! She chats to the Mirror's Janine Yaqoob about her time on the challenging show, her experiences as the first female Muslim Pakistani comic, and meeting the likes of Robin Williams and Queen Elizabeth II.

Everyone is taking about Wynne Evans and Katya Jones' Mrs Doubtfire-inspired cha cha on last weekend's Strictly Come Dancing. The Welsh opera singer, known for his role as Gio Compario in the GoCompare adverts, donned the wig, glasses and stockings to play the character during Movie Week for the BBC dance competition. Although Wynne is reluctant to call it a competition, due to his fondness for his fellow celebrities and dance professionals. Instead, he likes it to call it an "entertainment programme", as you will hear in their chat with the Mirror's Janine Yaqoob. Direct from their rehearsals, the dancing duo discuss getting into character for last week's performance, their plan for this Saturday's Tango to ABBA's 'Money, Money, Money', and why Wynne - who won Celebrity MasterChef in 2023 - hasn't found the time to cook for Katya yet, despite her former dance partners offering up their culinary treats.

Waltzing into the Invite Only podcast are Strictly Come Dancing duo JB Gill and Amy Dowden, giving us a behind the scenes look at the competition direct from their rehearsals. JB tells the podcast that his JLS bandmate Aston Merrygold wants him to "go all the way this year", sharing tips on how to compete under the famous glitter ball. And professional dancer Amy Dowden also chats to Laura and Janine about her return to the hit BBC dancing competition after her cancer treatment, saying it brought her to tears.

In the words of the iconic Regina George from the 2004 classic Mean Girls: "Get in, losers!" The cast of the Mean Girls musical, the hit West End show playing at the Savoy, share all of their backstage gossip with the Invite Only podcast. Stars Cady Heron (playing Charlie Burn), Georgina Castle (Regina George), Elèna Gyasi (Gretchen Wieners), Tom Xander (Damian Hubbard) and Ellie Skye (Janis Sarkisian) tell Laura Armstrong about working with Tina Fey on the musical, and taking on the iconic characters.

Sam Quek opens up about her Strictly journey so far.. and how the secret of her casting sent her husband Tom into a real panic. She admits that she's hoping to ‘re-find her glamorous side' on the show after becoming a parent.

The 36-year-old reality star took part in an epic task across the Jordanian desert in the peak of summer for Global's Make Some Noise charity He opens up about what it was really like to run 30 marathons in 30 days across Jordan desert for charity - and how the journey has transformed his life.  He reveals what kept him going on his epic great desert challenge and how his family supported him throughout.

She's been on telly and radio interviewing A-list celebrities for 30 years, but did you know that Jenni Falconer got her big break on Blind Date? We take a look back on her amazing career and working with stars like Clint Eastwood, Tom Cruise and Ben Shephard. The radio host and This Morning presenter also reveals how her family fell victim to the recent spate of villa burglaries out in Marbella - but says she's grateful they all escaped unhurt. 

He's got a Brit Award and has sold millions of records, but Tom Walker says he thought about quitting music while working on his soon-to-be-released album. We've heard it and we're so glad he didn't!  The Scottish singer-songwriter joins Laura and Janine on the Invite Only podcast to chat about his new album, I Am. He also gives the inside scoop on rehearsing music with Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales.

In a special episode to mark the Paralympics in Paris, Laura and Janine speak to athletes Milly Pickles, Ed Jackson, Billy Monger, and Jodie Ounsley about the Games.

Gold medal-winning swimmer Ellie Simmonds is her loving retirement and inspiring the next wave of Paralympians. In an exclusive interview with the Invite Only podcast, she tells us who to keep an eye out for at this month's games. She also opens up about her hopes to foster and her own adoption journey - after finding her birth mum and building a relationship with her.

Pop favourite Pixie Lott's wedding to Oliver Cheshire - in THAT Schiaparelli dress - was the stuff that dreams are made of. But in an exclusive interview with the Daily Mirror's Invite Only podcast, she tells us about the secrets you didn't see in the Vogue photoshoot. The singer is returning with brand new single Somebody's Daughter, and she reveals to our hosts, Laura and Janine, why the song's message of being kind is so personal for her.

Britain's Got Talent winner Syndie Christmas tells the Invite Only podcast about her time on the hit ITV show, her dream to star in the West End, and how she has faced vicious trolls online. The actress and singer has the highest praise for her golden buzzer judge Amanda Holden - saying she is so down to Earth she even stripped in her dressing room! She also hits back at keyboard warriors who claimed she knew she would win BGT, telling Laura Armstrong that she was so terrified as Ant and Dec counted down to the final three she was almost sick.

Strictly queen Shirley Ballas knows her way around a sequin, but she's no stranger to the dark side of fame. She joins us on Invite Only and reveals she was so fearful of her alleged stalker that she called in police. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a brand new series, editors of the No Filter column Laura Armstrong and Janine Yaqoob discuss all the celebrity gossip you haven't read - and welcome some of their favourite celebs for incredible specials.

On this week's Invite Only podcast, Giovanna Fletcher shares the beautiful story behind her friendship with Kate, the Princess of Wales, saying: “From the first time I met her, until now, I'm blown away by her ability to connect with everyone.” The actor, author and podcaster - a longstanding supporter of breast cancer charity CoppaFeel! - also reveals she can really relate to the women taking part, as she had a cancer scare after her very first trek for the charity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actress Claire Sweeney tells the Invite Only podcast how her “body has changed before her eyes” as she talks conquering perimenopause-induced fears and how her Dancing on Ice costumes helped boost her confidence.  The Coronation Street star also issues a powerful update on her love life saying she will wait until her eighties to find The One: ‘My grandma met the love of her life at 86'.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Strictly Come Dancing's Anton Du Beke says he spends more time with friend and fellow dancer Giovanni Pernice than his wife as the pair open up about their decade-long bromance on our Invite Only podcast. Giovanni also breaks his silence on partner Amanda Abbington's dramatic exit, insisting he only ever acted in her best interests. He said: "I am a perfectionist 100 percent but it comes from a perspective of caring.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Invite Only podcast, Laura and Nicola interview Hollyoaks favourites Jorgie Porter and Kieron Richardson with a special guest, Jorgie's son Forrest! Jorgie opens up to us about her return to Hollyoaks and her plans for another child with fiancé Ollie. Meanwhile Kieron talks about his invites to all of Elton John's parties and his exciting plans to renew his wedding vows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eastenders actress Danielle_Harold reveals on the Invite Only podcast that her I'm A Celeb jungle stint has sparked a flood of male attention - after she joked on the show how she “couldn't even get a man to get her a cup of tea”. The actress, who plays Lola Pearce-Brown in the BBC soap, also spills the tea on her romantic links with her co-star Bobby Brazier and Sam Thompson's best pal Pete Wicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Janette Manrara opens up about the bond she and Aljaz Skorjanec with their daughter Lyra, saying they are still in awe of her. In an emotional joint interview with the Invite Only podcast, the Strictly: It Takes Two star goes on to admit the connection wasn't instant, as her painful C-section prevented her from holding Lyra at first.  Invite Only is a Sunday Mirror podcast presented by Laura Armstrong and Nicola Fahey, editors of the No Filter column, and it is produced by Daniel J. McLaughlin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mollie Pearce tells the Invite Only podcast how Claudia Winkleman privately comforted her after she was left devastated by The Traitors winner Harry Clark's trickery.  The model and campaigner admits she's still plagued by nightmares about the show but is grateful for the experience, which has helped her break down stigma around stoma bags and disability. Invite Only is a Sunday Mirror podcast presented by Laura Armstrong and Nicola Fahey, editors of the No Filter column, and it is produced by Daniel J. McLaughlin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sara Davies tells the Invite Only podcast about how she supported Amy Dowden through her breast cancer battle as the much-loved pro dancer took an emotional step back from Strictly Come Dancing. The entrepreneur also gives a sneak peak into life behind the scenes on Dragons' Den with secret supper clubs and VERY expensive wine. She also has confessed she didn't know what Dragons' Den cameo star Gary Neville looked like when he joined the show. The entrepreneur was left red-faced when the Manchester United legend rocked up to the dressing room and she didn't recognise him.  Invite Only is a Sunday Mirror podcast presented by Laura Armstrong and Nicola Fahey, editors of the No Filter column, and it is produced by Daniel J. McLaughlin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Super producer will.i.am has opened up about Britney Spears' fight for freedom, saying he believes she'll never quit music and may even tour again. He also has high praise for the Britney Army - even if they haven't always seen eye to eye. The Voice UK judge also exclusively tells us all about THAT four-hour meeting with Lady Gaga at an LA restaurant last November.  The Black Eyed Peas star also chats about his new album, Olly Murs leaving The Voice, and a potential music collaboration with a very different Fergie. Invite Only is a Sunday Mirror podcast presented by Laura Armstrong and Nicola Fahey, editors of the No Filter column, and it is produced by Daniel J. McLaughlin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a candid chat about her love life, entrepreneur Jo confesses that she would rather stay single than be taken advantage of again. The 68-year-old recalls a particularly telling encounter she had with one boyfriend just before lockdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Laura makes a last-minute dash to Las Vegas for the very first night of Kylie's Las Vegas residency. It's a time zone nightmare when she catches up with Nicola (10am UK time) after the show (3am Vegas time) to breakdown the Pop Princess' bold new show, chat about Britney's new ally and first thoughts on Robbie William's new Netflix documentary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly Holmes opens up about finding love after bravely coming out last year. The double Olympic champion is now dating a fellow fitness fan named Louise, who she has asked to move in with her. Ahead of the release of new memoir, Unique, she talks with Nicola and Laura about her struggles during Covid, finding a new community of celebrity supporters and finding love in lockdown. Dame Kelly's new memoir Unique is available from 9th November 2023 on Amazon. For further support and advice around mental health see mind.org.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 'Mamma Mia! I Have A Dream' judge says she jumped at the chance to appear on the new ITV show to prove to all the wannabes that winning really isn't everything. Samantha joins Nicola and Laura to talk TV talent shows, the gruelling schedule of life on the West End and acting with Hollywood A-Listers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Invite Only welcomed Harry, Dougie, Tom and Danny during a break in rehearsals for the upcoming McFly tour. The four-piece reveal how they let loose after their adrenaline-fuelled shows and what fans can expect from the tour. Nicola and Laura ask them about their bucket lists, Tom talks about the outpouring of support for Strictly's Amy Dowden, and how they find accepting awards to be 'cringe'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Wanted's Siva sits down with Nicola and Laura to discuss the gruelling challenges of taking part in the Channel 4 show. He talks about needing therapy after Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, how he remains inspired by late bandmate Tom Parker and doing 8 shows a week on the tour of musical, La Bamba! Contains adult language. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Laura Armstrong and Nicola Fahey discuss the hottest showbiz stories of the week - including our bombshell news that music legend Cher is planning live performances in Las Vegas, the latest twist in the ongoing drama between Louise and her Eternal bandmates and Strictly star Ellie Leach's secret heartache. We'll also take you behind the scenes of Kylie's sensational comeback and, astonishingly, Britney Spears' newfound love... of knives!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the very first episode of the Sunday Mirror's Invite Only showbiz podcast! Every Sunday we will be giving you the inside scoop on the showbiz stories the world is talking about, and taking you behind the scenes for our biggest interviews. And for our first show, we have steered into Strictly fever, bringing you an in-depth interview with the one and only Anton Du Beke. Fresh from the Strictly ballroom, Anton tells us what he really thinks about the show's latest intake, why he would hate the judging lineup to change - and the trait all of his former celeb partners shared that really drove him round the twist. Please rate us wherever you get your podcasts, and subscribe to get new episodes automatically! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming soon, from The Sunday Mirror's No Filter team... Have you ever wondered what a celebrity is like when the camera isn't rolling? Or what the real story behind that headline is? The Sunday Mirror's Invite Only podcast takes you behind the scenes for our biggest interviews and gives the inside scoop on the showbiz stories that the world is talking about. In a brand new series, editors of the No Filter column Laura Armstrong and Nicola Fahey discuss all the celebrity gossip you haven't read - and welcome some of their favourite celebs for incredible specials.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices