Podcast appearances and mentions of Simon Cowell

Merry Christmas! As promised here's the second of three festive treats. Whilst Kylie Minogue may have landed the Christmas Number One - the most surprising entry in the running for top of the pops this year was Denise Welch. It marks the end of an extraordinary year which started in a very dark place, saw her die at least three times (according to social media), get lost flying over the Alps in a hot air balloon (it's a long story!) and get reinvented as the undisputed Queen of the Huns. When flags are being flown at Glastonbury featuring your name and face - you know you've become an icon. In this extremely honest interview Denise talks about the highs and lows of 2025, her love of reality TV, her flirtation with a pop career and why she things everything has suddenly come good for her. We've saved Noddy Holder for pudding on Christmas Day, and we'll be back with a brand new episode on New Year's Day. Thanks as always for listening - have a fabulous festive season. Cheers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're listening to this podcast as it is coming out LIVE, you've probably been beat over the head with Christmas staples like "How the Grinch STOLE Christmas" over and over again. Well here's a positive Christmas tale where one of OUR favorite bands, Rage Against the Machine, SAVES Christmas from the evil corporate overlord known the world over as : Simon Cowell! So fill your cup full of egg nog , unbutton that top button on your pants, let your belly flop over, and raise that fist in the air with care as we tell you HOW RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE SAVED CHRISTMAS Merch Store- http://tee.pub/lic/doEoXMI_oPI Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/Artandjacobdoamerica Website- https://artandjacobdoamerica.com/ Network- https://podbelly.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/artandjacobdoamerica Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/artandjacobdoamerica/  

In this festive end-of-year SheerLuxe Podcast, Georgie Coleridge Cole is joined by Hodge Templeman and Josh Smith. From Lauren Silverman stealing the spotlight on Simon Cowell's new Netflix series to the long-awaited return of ‘The Night Manager' (and a collective appreciation of Tom Hiddleston) the trio cover the TV moments everyone's talking about. There's plenty of fashion and lifestyle chat too, including the independent brands the team genuinely loves – from cult socks and standout fragrances to jeans worth tracking down and lingerie labels doing things differently. Along the way, they dive into big-picture reflections on friendship, boundaries, showing up for people and the art of good conversation, with Josh sharing insights ahead of the relaunch of his podcast in January. Expect festive chaos, celebrity obsessions, thoughtful takes on communication and the kind of honest, funny conversation that feels like being part of the group chat – the perfect way to wrap up the year.AD | Lululemon | https://www.lululemon.co.uk/en-gb/homeOUTFITSGeorgie Coleridge Cole | @gcoleridgecole | https://www.instagram.com/gcoleridgecole/?hl=en Maebe Tailored Every Wear Blazer | https://maebe.co.uk/products/tailored-every-wear-blazer-black Déhanche Hollylock Silver Belt | https://tinyurl.com/39racsvw Soru Duo Coco Earrings | https://tinyurl.com/pvy55nfj Zara Wide Leg Jeans (similar) | https://tidd.ly/3L9uZKy Balenciaga Knife Boots | https://tinyurl.com/954zp8wf Josh Smith | @joshsmithhosts | https://www.instagram.com/joshsmithhosts/?hl=en M&S Crew Neck Aspen Jumper | https://tidd.ly/48VtGa0 M&S Bedford Cord Smart Trousers | https://tidd.ly/4anYsea Hodge Templeman | @sarahjtempleman | https://www.instagram.com/sarahjtempleman/?hl=en Ninety Percent Soft Roll Neck (similar) | https://tinyurl.com/bddeb5us Nanushuka Amas Leather Sarong Skirt (similar) | https://tinyurl.com/yu6svsn7 Jennifer Chamandi Cece 105 Black Suede Boots | https://tinyurl.com/y46m64bb By Alona Dune Earrings | https://byalona.com/collections/earrings/products/dune-earrings-gold Paola Sighinolfi Cressa Bracelet | https://www.paolasighinolfi.com/en-gb/products/cressa-bracelet NEW & NOTEWORTHYLapland UK | https://portal.laplanduk.co.uk/ Kelly Hoppen x M&S Candle No 1 Scented Candle | https://tidd.ly/4pFvrz9 Reign With Josh Smith | https://tinyurl.com/rhhpv5bu Buckeye By Patrick Ryan | https://tinyurl.com/5s5sfayj Verafied Bags | https://verafiedny.com/ Discothèque | https://discothequefragrances.com/ Pairs Socks | https://www.pairs-socks.com/ FASHION FINDSThe Pantry Underwear | https://thepantryunderwear.com/ The Pantry Bridal Range | https://thepantryunderwear.com/pages/bridal-solutions Anine Bing Jeans | https://eu.aninebing.com/en-gb/collections/denim-1 De Savary Fur Coat | https://www.desavarylondon.com/products/chocolate-faux-fur-coat De Savary Burgundy Cropped Leather Jacket | https://tinyurl.com/4ftdbcfp Intimissimi Modal Ultralight High Neck Top | https://tinyurl.com/3dup7thz Intimissimi Modal Ultralight Long Lace Shirt | https://tinyurl.com/mruhxhs2 The AW25 Trend We're Obsessed With | https://tinyurl.com/mrvxbffv MUSTN'T MISSReign With Josh Smith | https://tinyurl.com/rhhpv5bu Great Chat By Josh Smith | https://tinyurl.com/2s39sn4j Rapid-Fire Questions | https://tinyurl.com/256rdba3 HOT TOPICSimon Cowell: The Next Act | https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81743409?source=35&fromWatch=true Paddington Bear Musical | https://paddingtonthemusical.com/ Matilda Musical | https://uk.matildathemusical.com/ Mrs Doubtfire Musical | https://www.mrsdoubtfiremusical.co.uk/ Moulin Rouge | https://moulinrougemusical.co.uk/ Cabaret | https://www.theplayhousetheatre.co.uk/cabaret The Night Manager | https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p0fty7vj/the-night-manager The Honourable Woman | https://tinyurl.com/4fd59e2v The White Lotus | https://tv.apple.com/gb/show/the-white-lotus/umc.cmc.3c8psnhdn9viikje3kvq69fyr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of AGT Time, the hosts dive into the semifinals of America's Got Talent season 5, reflecting on the brutal nature of the performances this season. They discuss insights from Simon Cowell's documentary, evaluate the quality of acts, and share their thoughts on the judges' comments and audience reactions. The conversation highlights the importance of song choice and the contestants' backgrounds, culminating in predictions for the finalists. In this segment of the conversation, the hosts discuss various performances from the semifinals of America's Got Talent, focusing on the controversial performance by Kristina Young, the reactions from the judges, and the overall quality of the acts. They analyze the strengths and weaknesses of each performance, including ArcAttack's visual appeal, Michael Grimm's comeback, and Prince Poppycock's theatricality. The discussion also touches on the results night, highlighting unexpected eliminations and the challenges of comparing diverse acts in the competition. In this episode, the hosts discuss various performances from the latest AGT episode, focusing on the magic acts, emotional singing performances, and the dynamics of group acts. They analyze the effectiveness of reveals in magic, the storytelling power of songs, and the unique talents showcased by individual performers. The conversation also touches on rivalries within the magic community and the theatrical elements of performances, culminating in a discussion about standout talents and the anticipation of future auditions. Semifinal 1 Anna & Patryk Christina & Ali Antonio Restivo Future Funk Taylor Mathews Connor Doran Dan Sperry Kristina Young ArcAttack Michael Grimm AscenDance Prince Poppycock Semifinal 2 Alice Tan Ridley Haspop Maestro Alexander Bui Michael Lipari & Ashleigh Dejon Michael Grasso Debra Romer Studio One Young Beast Society (SOYBS) Jeremy VanSchoonhoven Nathaniel Kenyon MURRAY Jackie Evancho Fighting Gravity Contact Information Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Threads | Bluesky |  Email About AGT Time Podcast AGT Time Podcast is a weekly podcast covering the hit NBC talent competition America's Got Talent. The hosts, Cody Patterson & Jay Bock, recap each episode during the regular season every summer. During the offseason, AGT Commenter hosts our Rewatchable series as well as full series rewatches. Riverside.fm We are in the affiliate program for Riverside.fm. If you sign up using this link, then we receive a percentage from your subscription. This really helps us support this podcast.  #AGT #AmericasGotTalent   

One of the most influential figures in British television, Simon Cowell joins Richard and Marina to discuss his new Netflix talent competition - The Next Act. In a tense exchange, they discuss X-Factor, duty of care, becoming a TV villain, and Bernard Cribbins telling him to piss off. Whether you're hosting or guesting this Christmas, you need the UK's best mobile network and broadband technology, only from EE. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: Joey McCarthy Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Neil Fearn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Juliet and Terence on: Jeremy Hunt's kettle and toaster; Meghan's 'Holiday Special'; the downfall of Simon Cowell; joy of the little things; and two quizzes. {gumbo, pears, and 'bubbles'}

Max and Harvey are HERE and they're spilling on X Factor secrets, being robbed in LA and how Simon Cowell sabotaged their competition win. Just a few of MANY secrets spilled in this week's episode. Listen or watch every Wednesday at 5pm to keep up with the incredible guests and exclusive insight into Ami's world. Get in touch with your latest stories, dilemmas, and questions via Instagram

Joe is joined by Live95's Anne Marie Geraghty, Caleb Brennan and Emma Dineen to discuss their picks for small screen viewing this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt and Dawn are joined by Mo Walker for their last proper podcast of 2025. They review the return of Stranger Things on Netflix, the latest Doctor Who project The War Between The Land and The Sea on the BBC and Sky's upcoming take on Amadeus starring former White Lotus star Will Sharpe. Lastly, they look at Simon Cowell's new Netflix series, which follows the former X Factor judge as he attempts to form a new boyband in a new age of music.  

Simon Cowell has come out with something bold to do with showering and Oonagh had a very strong opinion on it

The nightly news gets a shake up. Tony Dokoupil now the face of CBS News. Why he scored the coveted evening anchor chair and what it means for Gayle King and CBS Mornings. Then, David Letterman makes a Late Night return with a pointed message on the state of TV. Plus, Jimmy Kimmel on locking up his future at “Live”. And, TV toughest judge brought to tears. A rare look inside Simon Cowell's private life and the family who keeps him centered. Then, Kelly Osbourne claps back. Her message after mean comments about her weight loss. Plus, Jamie Lee Curtis' candid and chaotic confession about red carpet pressures. And, ET puts our team to “The Amazing Race” test. How we fared in tonight's finale challenge. Then, inside Porsha Williams' winter wonderland. The Real Housewife shows ET around her Atlanta mansion with next-level decor. Plus, Mila Kunis on saying ‘yes' to the new “Knives Out” mystery and her very relatable reality TV obsession. And, The Spice Girls surprise that left super fan Lily Collins speechless.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stray Kids or BlackPink? Spice Girls or Westlife? Music executives - like Simon Cowell - have been creating girl bands and boy bands for decades. And he's about to launch a brand new competition on Netflix to find “The Next Act”. When we talk about these groups, we generally mean good-looking young women or men who've been brought together, and who don't tend to write their own songs or play their own instruments. Their fans are stereotyped as being teenage girls and their mums. Is there any truth to the belief that girl bands make better music because they are held to higher standards? The BBC's music correspondent Mark Savage explains how pop bands have evolved over the decades. We look at the different pressures and stereotyping that girl and boy bands face and we hear from some of our BBC friends - do they prefer girl bands or boy bands and why?Instagram: @bbcwhatintheworld Email: whatintheworld@bbc.co.uk WhatsApp: +44 330 12 33 22 6 Presenter: Hannah Gelbart Video producer: Baldeep Chahal Producers: Julia Ross-Roy and Adam Chowdhury Editor: Verity Wilde

V Bratislavě řádí falešní popeláři, žádají peníze a dary. Simon Cowell hledá nový One Direction, naším castingem nikdo neprošel. A jste tým okýnko, nebo ulička? Ve WAKE UP SHOW.

Jo chews the Christmas fat with author, critic, comic and musician, Marc Burrows. Jo delves deeper into what inspired Marc's latest book The Story of the Christmas No.1 - Mistletoe and Vinyl. Listen up for some festive music facts. Find out why Simon Cowell makes the X Factor winner a Christmas No.1,  why The Beatles are to blame for everything and who tried to ban Christmas.  He writes, mostly about music and film, for The Guardian, The Observer, The Quietus, the i Paper, Music OMH, the New Statesmen and Hey U Guys among many others. His biography of the brilliant, Sir Terry Pratchett, The Magic of Terry Pratchett was published in 2020 to considerable acclaim, winning the Locus Award for best non fiction in 2021. Also check out his book The London Boys: Bowie, Bolan and the 60s Teenage Dream. Buy Marc's marvellous books here.He has a background in stand up comedy and has performed several runs of his one-man shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, as well as around the country.He plays bass in the cult Victoriana punk band The Men That Will Not Be Blamed For Nothing.Enjoying Real Folk? Why not listen and subscribe to Jo's other podcast, Utter Burke, also available FREE wherever you listen.

A morning TV shake up ends with Jenna Bush Hager in tears on live TV. After nearly a year, Hoda Kotb's replacement is finally revealed. What Hoda thinks about the new choice. Then, Pamela Anderson telling all about her romance with Liam Neeson. Plus, help needed after Post Malone takes a dramatic tumble mid-concert. And, the Miss Universe plunge seen around the world. The very serious injury she's still facing. Then, Timothee Chalamet and Kylie Jenner silence split rumors in style. Plus, Simon Cowell like you've never seen him. From his health hacks, to the secret about his signature black t-shirts that shocked us. And, ET on set with the men of “The Housemaid”. Why Michele Morrone's real life past made him the only choice for the role. Then, The People's Princess strikes again. A “Dancing With the Stars” kiss cam twist that's not to be missed. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's panto season and panto villains don't come much bigger than Simon Cowell.The music mogul's made a career and fortune playing the Bad Guy on TV talent shows. But is there more to him - and crucially, is it good PR for him to show a different side?This week, David Yelland and Simon Lewis wade through the blizzard of publicity created ahead of Simon Cowell's latest show - to piece together a PR jigsaw that hints at his attempts to stay relevant while also offering glimpses into his world that he may not have intended.On the extended edition on BBC Sounds, what happens when a CEO goes missing in action? The good people of Tunbridge Wells are once again disgusted - following a drinking water crisis in the spa town. And their mood has not been helped by the boss of South Eastern Water, David Hinton, refusing to give any interviews. If the buck stops with you, do you have a duty to show your face in public - or can there be very good reasons for staying invisible when everything is going wrong?Also, what is going on at HSBC? There's a distinct whiff of chaos around the search for a new CEO. George Osborne had been heavily touted, only for the job to be given to a 76-year-old internal candidate who, by all accounts, might not be hanging around for long. Given it's one of the most prestigious roles in global finance, where is the succession planning? And what does all this confusion at the top mean for the bank's reputation?Producer: Duncan MIddleton Editor: Sarah Teasdale Executive Producer: Eve StreeterMusic by Eclectic Sounds. A Raconteur Studios production for BBC Radio 4.

Simon Cowell and his long time fiancé Lauren may have secretly wed! Also Kandi Buress custody battle latest, Justin and Katy's political hang and Margot Robbie filmed her hot upcoming movie Wuthering heights 3 mounts postpartum. Plus should we start worrying about the movie The Housemaid and is Matt Lauer trying a comeback?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why didn't George Clooney watch Thelma & Louise for years after it hit theatres? Kelly & Sharon uncover the surprising story featuring none other than Brad Pitt and break down the casting decisions that shaped the film into a 90s classic. This episode of 90's NOW also dives into: • Guns N' Roses and their big plans for 2026, including new music and a massive North American tour. • How GNR has kept things surprisingly stable over the last decade. • A look back at the early 90s, including the notorious Montreal riot after a GNR show went sideways. • The rise of Parental Advisory stickers and why they encouraged more listeners instead of fewer. • Simon Cowell's heartfelt comments following the tragic 2024 passing of Liam Payne and how early fame with One Direction impacted his life. Plus:

Pop Culture Thursday is bursting with celebrity chaos this week. Jared breaks down Miley Cyrus's engagement news, Sydney Sweeney's male-gaze fashion era, and Amy Schumer's latest relationship drama. He gets into Scarlett Johansson's painfully awkward first date, wonders what Matt Lauer's “media comeback” even means, and laughs at Simon Cowell throwing shade at Ryan Seacrest. If you love pop culture, celebrity news, relationships, and fashion all stirred into one steamy gossip soup, this episode has you covered!Go see Jared live!

As a coda to our exhaustive study of his show The Dinosaur Hour, we thought it was only fair to discuss John Cleese from when he was at his peak. We consider what it means that FAWLTY TOWERS is Britain's most beloved sitcom, and the incisive commentary about British/American relations in "Waldorf Salad." PLUS: Speaking of British legends, for some reason we get really into discussing Simon Cowell. PATREON-EXCLUSIVE EPISODE - https://www.patreon.com/posts/145077527

(SPOILER) Your Daily Roundup covers diving in to Juliana on the “Bachelor Happy Hour” podcast yesterday revealing some never-before-heard stories from her breakup with Grant, a fan favorite TV show cancelled, and more from Simon Cowell on Idol, Seacrest, and Britney Spears.   Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: ZocDoc – Click on https://zocdoc.com/RealitySteve to find and instantly book a top rated doctor today.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Miley Cyrus announced her engagement to her longtime boyfriend, Simon Cowell apologized for being a jerk on American Idol and Kim Kardashian's "10 Kimmandments."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Nancy felt bad for a bunch of old men in Hobby Lobby yesterday. She thinks that their wives had forced them to go shopping and that they were miserable. A little kid told Karly, “You scare me,” at gymnastics class. Karly didn’t understand why, but Joey and Nancy said that Karly can definitely be scary and intense because of her facial expressions. Hot Tea: The president of the Kansas City Chiefs said that they will never show Taylor Swift on their screens or play her music in their stadium; they don’t want to monetize her and Travis’s relationship. Morgan Wallen’s newest album was the most streamed album of the year on Apple Music. He posted it on Instagram with the caption: “I let my fans do the talking,” seemingly referencing his recent losses at award shows. A raccoon got into a liquor store, got drunk, and passed out in the bathroom. “Ragebait” is Oxford Dictionary's 2025 word of the year. The word is used to describe content that is created to make people mad or upset, so they are more likely to engage with the content. We decided to do a ragebait experiment where we said that Morgan Wallen went to Central High School. It worked really well – tons of people called and texted us to tell us we were wrong. Lucky 7 We listed out some of our favorite items that would make good Christmas gifts! Joey had another mold inspector come out to his house. After he left, the guy called Joey, said he had left his jacket, and asked Joey to put it in the mailbox for him to grab. Later, Joey got a notification on his doorbell camera that the man was on his porch. He left Joey a $20 for being nice about his jacket! Simon Cowell from American Idol regrets how rude he was on TV while on the show, but some of that was creative editing on the television crew’s part. Joey says that people have thought he was rude before when he really wasn’t. We got a listener on the phone that once thought he was rude, and we let her tell her story. It was just a misunderstanding due to Joey’s introverted-ness. Nancy is a little upset because Kim Kardashian released the “10 KIMmandments” of business and she agrees with all of them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simon Cowell is sorry he was such a jerk in his early years as a reality TV judge. But then again, he adds, quote, "the upside is that it made the shows really popular worldwide." Simon was the original judge of WHAT American singer talent show?

Nancy felt bad for a bunch of old men in Hobby Lobby yesterday. She thinks that their wives had forced them to go shopping and that they were miserable. A little kid told Karly, “You scare me,” at gymnastics class. Karly didn’t understand why, but Joey and Nancy said that Karly can definitely be scary and intense because of her facial expressions. Hot Tea: The president of the Kansas City Chiefs said that they will never show Taylor Swift on their screens or play her music in their stadium; they don’t want to monetize her and Travis’s relationship. Morgan Wallen’s newest album was the most streamed album of the year on Apple Music. He posted it on Instagram with the caption: “I let my fans do the talking,” seemingly referencing his recent losses at award shows. A raccoon got into a liquor store, got drunk, and passed out in the bathroom. “Ragebait” is Oxford Dictionary's 2025 word of the year. The word is used to describe content that is created to make people mad or upset, so they are more likely to engage with the content. We decided to do a ragebait experiment where we said that Morgan Wallen went to Central High School. It worked really well – tons of people called and texted us to tell us we were wrong. Lucky 7 We listed out some of our favorite items that would make good Christmas gifts! Joey had another mold inspector come out to his house. After he left, the guy called Joey, said he had left his jacket, and asked Joey to put it in the mailbox for him to grab. Later, Joey got a notification on his doorbell camera that the man was on his porch. He left Joey a $20 for being nice about his jacket! Simon Cowell from American Idol regrets how rude he was on TV while on the show, but some of that was creative editing on the television crew’s part. Joey says that people have thought he was rude before when he really wasn’t. We got a listener on the phone that once thought he was rude, and we let her tell her story. It was just a misunderstanding due to Joey’s introverted-ness. Nancy is a little upset because Kim Kardashian released the “10 KIMmandments” of business and she agrees with all of them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(SPOILER) Your Daily Roundup covers one of Taylor Frankie Paul's hometowns gets spoiled on TikTok, a content creator pet peeve struck last week, Paul Anka talks about Sinatra's junk, and Simon Cowell admits he went too far on Idol at times.   Music written by Jimmer Podrasky (B'Jingo Songs/Machia Music/Bug Music BMI) Ads: ZocDoc – Click on https://zocdoc.com/RealitySteve to find and instantly book a top rated doctor today.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Steve saw Zootopia 2 with the family, Simon Cowell apologized for being a jerk on American Idol and Linda Hamilton doesn't care about chasing youthful looks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We kicked things off with a chef turning raw mince into a giant Labubu meatloaf that somehow made it from the oven to her mouth. A two year old stole the spotlight at the UK Snooker Championships with a mock walk out that was cuter than anything on TV. The ShamWow guy popped up again, this time running for Congress and railing against wokeism like it’s still 2009. The Glossy’s delivered everything from Will and Kate bonding over icy dips to Simon Cowell apologising for being a bit of a punish back in his Idol days plus Charlie Puth standing up to a Whitney stan and Lorde backing the wildest White Lotus storyline. Countess Luann then dialled in with tales of tequila soaked bush dives, cabaret glamour and her dream of an OG Housewives reunion on Below Deck. And we wrapped with the world’s biggest Viking poo sitting proudly in a museum because why wouldn’t it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Today on The Social, Simon Cowell says he regrets the feedback he shared on American Idol. Do you appreciate his brutal honesty? Then, a woman on TikTok was tricked into training for a 10K run by her fiancé’s family! And, new research shows that our brains are in adolescence until our early thirties! Plus, is the pinky ring hot on men? Featuring neuroscientist and bestselling author Lisa Genova.

 'When you read a book... it's like when you watch a TV show or go to the theatre; you don't think about all of the work that went in behind the scenes.' I don't know about you, but I couldn't claim any of the following distinctions before I turned 26: flying a spaceship, losing a million dollars, being fired by Simon Cowell or dodging paparazzi.  Dominic Colenso, author of Cut-Through, ticked off all of these in the course of his acting career. Life is a little calmer now that he's discovered how his acting skills could translate into a unique framework for effective business communication, helping leaders and teams pitch and present with impact. It turns out that rehearsing for a stage role has many parallels with preparing a business pitch, and even with writing a business book - not just delivering a message, but discovering the purpose, distilling the essence, drilling and debriefing repeatedly to get feedback on and refine the text.  And if you've been making excuses as to why now isn't the right time to get started, prepare to have them blown away...

The competition-TV judge changed the music industry. Now he says he's changed too.Thoughts? Email us at theinterview@nytimes.comWatch our show on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheInterviewPodcastFor transcripts and more, visit: nytimes.com/theinterview Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.

The competition-TV judge changed the music industry. Now he says he's changed too.Thoughts? Email us at theinterview@nytimes.comWatch our show on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheInterviewPodcastFor transcripts and more, visit: nytimes.com/theinterview

Tickets went on sale for Emma, Dave and Fiona's Big Night of Laughs, perhaps the most niche Dave Ranks ever and Fiona discusses Simon Cowell's blood. It's all happening, as per!

Will Best's journey from T4 to Big Brother hasn't been straightforward. It might surprise you to know that in between he's run a tech company, launched an alcohol brand, and ask a lot of questions to Simon Cowell. His start has never been brighter than it is right now - hosting Hits Radio breakfast with James Barr and Fleur East and standing alongside AJ outside the Big Brother house. It's a fascinating story which has seen Will pick himself up after several false-dawns. He's always adding to his knowledge, and learning from every challenge - something we can all learn from. Enjoy the episode! Cheers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reports from the U.K. reveal an unusual problem: as the population grows, some cremators can’t accommodate larger bodies. Naturally, we’ve stepped in with our own creative ideas for honouring loved ones. Then Grant Denyer joins us in studio to chat about his new high-octane series TopKnotz, premiering tomorrow, November 27, on Channel 9, featuring Grant and his crew on aquatic adventures. Plus, Simon Cowell is returning to his roots with a new show, Nicole Scherzinger was left embarrassed when a front-row audience member nodded off mid-performance, and ABC suffered an awkward blunder after reporting the wrong person’s death…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Man dresses up as dead mother to collect pension in 'Mrs. Doubtfire' scam, Simon Cowell breaks silence on blame for Liam Payne's death, comedian Godfrey questions Nicki Minaj speaking up for Christians in Nigeria, and tick-linked meat death sparks fear ahead of holidays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Simon Cowell looks back at the triumphs and tragedies of his whole career, from American Idol to X-Factor, in a deep and honest interview with Rolling Stone Music Now host Brian Hiatt. Cowell also discusses Simon Cowell: The Next Act, his new show on Netflix, which debuts in December. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to Bamgboshe Happy Hour: Pop Edition! Hosts Peju Bamgboshe Rothlisberger and Naomi Bamgboshe serve up the juiciest celebrity gossip, reality TV chaos, and pop culture highlights with laughs, sharp commentary, and insider insights. In this episode: Toast to Eddie Murphy (Being Eddie on Netflix) and celebrate Cynthia Erivo at the Wicked 2 premiere in Singapore. Dive into the end of the historic U.S. government shutdown and what it means for Americans. Get the latest on 50 Cent and Vivica A. Fox's ongoing saga, Wendy Williams' guardianship battle, and James Van Der Beek auctioning Dawson's Creek memorabilia. Sports fans: catch up on Giants QB changes, Russell Wilson's demotion, and Nico Harrison's NBA meltdown. Fun holiday facts: the origins of Thanksgiving traditions, from Macy's Parade to TV dinners. And finally, our feature on the Ultimate Reality TV Villains of All Time, from Tiffany “New York” Pollard to Simon Cowell—chaos, drama, and unforgettable TV moments. Grab your drink and join us for a lively, entertaining mix of pop culture, celebrity drama, and holiday fun—because the Bamgboshe Happy Hour is always spicy, entertaining, and unapologetically fun!

I am delighted to welcome back Cody L. Patterson and his fellow co-hosts, AGT Commenter and Jay Bock, to The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast.  Together with their colleagues Ryan “Minnesota Ryan” Rivard and Stephen Michael, this trio has covered the long-running NBC talent competition. On this post-season episode of Jake's AGT Take, Cody, Commentator, and Jay break down the season, share their take on robbed acts, Jessica Sanchez's win, and how the show producers can make the show better for its upcoming twenty-first season.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support.

The gang looks at one more candidate for the rejuvenated Time Capsule: American Idol. Also, Chris marvels at the first attempt, Cody wants food for everyone, Dave fights for the little guy, and Shaun says Simon Cowell was misunderstood.

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It's a pretty guitar-heavy episode today as the lads chat about musical performance-themed anxiety nightmares (Pete's a member of the Smashing Pumpkins in his), different guitar sounds they like, and Liam Gallagher's son's band.But don't worry non-guitar fans, there's plenty for you to enjoy too! Including cricket, Vinnie Jones trying and failing to get a catchphrase off the ground, Simon Cowell's mental face and a follow up email about the guy from Brewdog. Rejoice in the splendour of ridiculousness that is the Luke and Pete Show! Email us: hello@lukeandpeteshow.com! You can also get in touch on X, Threads or Instagram if character-restricted messaging takes your fancy.Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five PlayStation 5's! Click here: https://bit.ly/staksurvey2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Long before he became famous as the sharp-tongued TV personality who launched the careers of pop stars, Simon Cowell was a rebellious teenager who dropped out of school and started his career in the mailroom at EMI. After a failed business left him nearly bankrupt, he found success by zigging where others zagged—initially by selling hit records based on TV shows like Power Rangers and WrestleMania. Eventually Simon got behind the TV camera himself, where his brutally honest feedback on shows like American Idol and The X Factor made him a household name. Today, through his company Syco Entertainment, Simon continues to discover new talent. His latest challenge: an upcoming Netflix show where he'll try to build a boy band from scratch.This episode was produced by Josh Lash, and edited by Neva Grant, with research by Iman Maani. Our audio engineers were Patrick Murray and Jimmy Keeley.You can follow HIBT on X and Instagram, and email us at hibt@id.wondery.com. Sign up for Guy's newsletter at guyraz.com or Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.