Sue Johnston: The Royle Family, Brookside and Her Friendship with The Beatles

Sue Johnston: The Royle Family, Brookside and Her Friendship with The Beatles

Joining Sally on the sofa this week it's acclaimed actress Sue Johnston. From becoming a household name as Sheila Grant in Brookside to the much-loved Barbara Royle in The Royle Family, Sue looks back on the roles that have defined her extraordinary career. She shares behind-the-scenes stories from the sets of Brookside, Waking the Dead and Downton Abbey, and fondly remembers the laughter she shared with Ricky Tomlinson while making The Royle Family. Sue also reflects on the life and legacy of the late Caroline Aherne, recalling their close friendship and the genius that made The Royle Family such a timeless classic. In an emotional conversation, Sue opens up about one of Brookside's most groundbreaking storylines, revealing how filming Sheila Grant's shocking attack resonated deeply because it mirrored a traumatic assault she had experienced in her own life. The conversation also turns to Sue's exciting new BBC comedy Ann Droid, where she stars alongside Diane Morgan. She talks about working with Diane, why the series appealed to her, and why she's still as passionate about acting as ever. Plus, Sue reminisces about growing up during the Merseybeat era, Liverpool in the 1960s, and her remarkable friendship with The Beatles, sharing memories from one of the most exciting periods in British pop history. Ann Droid starts on 9.30pm on BBC One on Friday 17th July. The full series will be available on BBC iPlayer from 6am. New episodes drop every Wednesday on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts - plus you can watch each episode on YouTube! Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ANightinwithSallyLindsay [https://www.youtube.com/@ANightinwithSallyLindsay] 📱 Follow A Night in with Sally Lindsay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anightinwithsallylindsay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anightinwithsallylindsay ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Tony Robinson: Blackadder, Time Team & Living with Cancer

This week, Sally Lindsay welcomes actor, presenter, historian and bestselling author Tony Robinson for an unforgettable night in. From his iconic role as Baldrick in Blackadder to uncovering Britain's hidden past on Time Team, Tony shares the stories behind some of the nation's most beloved television moments. He reveals behind-the-scenes secrets from the making of Blackadder, reflects on his enduring friendship with Rowan Atkinson, and explains why the cast's chemistry made the comedy such a timeless classic. In a deeply personal conversation, Tony also opens up about living with cancer and discusses his determination to make the most of every day. He also speaks movingly about losing both of his parents to Alzheimer's and why raising awareness of the disease has become such an important part of his life. And Tony and Sally open up about the secrets behind their friendship after starring together in The Madame Blanc Mysteries! New episodes drop every Wednesday on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts - plus you can watch each episode on YouTube! Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ANightinwithSallyLindsay [https://www.youtube.com/@ANightinwithSallyLindsay] 📱 Follow A Night in with Sally Lindsay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anightinwithsallylindsay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anightinwithsallylindsay ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Kacey Ainsworth: Little Mo, Grantchester & Her Son's Autism

This week on A Night In with Sally Lindsay, we're joined by one of Britain's best-loved actresses, Kacey Ainsworth. Reuniting on the sofa with her The Madame Blanc Mysteries co-star Sally Lindsay, Kacey reflects on a remarkable career spanning more than three decades in television. From becoming a household name as the much-loved Little Mo Slater in EastEnders to spending ten series on the hit ITV drama Grantchester alongside James Norton and Robson Green, she looks back on the roles, relationships and moments that have shaped her life both on and off screen. In a candid and deeply personal conversation, Kacey opens up about some of the most challenging periods of her life, including the heartbreak of suffering a miscarriage shortly before winning Best Actress at the National Television Awards. She also speaks movingly about her son’s autism diagnosis, the lessons it has taught her, and the realities of navigating parenthood in the public eye. Kacey further reflects on her childhood and the impact of growing up with a mother living with a life-threatening illness, sharing how those experiences helped shape the resilience and empathy she has carried throughout her life and career. New episodes drop every Wednesday on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts - plus you can watch each episode on YouTube! Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ANightinwithSallyLindsay [https://www.youtube.com/@ANightinwithSallyLindsay] 📱 Follow A Night in with Sally Lindsay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anightinwithsallylindsay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anightinwithsallylindsay ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Julie Graham: Benidorm, Ageism & Coping With Grief

Sally Lindsay welcomes actress Julie Graham for an intimate and revealing evening of conversation for the latest episode of A Night in with Sally Lindsay. Julie reflects on her remarkable career, including starring roles in Benidorm, This City is Ours and The Hardacres. She shares stories from behind the scenes, discusses working alongside acclaimed actor Sean Bean, and looks back on the roles that have defined her career. In a deeply personal interview, Julie opens up about the devastating losses that shaped her life, including the death of her beloved mother and the tragic and sudden death of her her former husband. She speaks candidly about grief, resilience, and finding a way forward through some of her darkest moments - including how the team on Benidorm supported her through one of her hardest moments. With honesty and humour, Julie and Sally also discuss ageing in the entertainment industry, embracing new opportunities, and Julie reveals why reaching her sixties has brought a newfound sense of freedom, confidence and liberation. New episodes drop every Wednesday on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts - plus you can watch each episode on YouTube! Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ANightinwithSallyLindsay [https://www.youtube.com/@ANightinwithSallyLindsay] 📱 Follow A Night in with Sally Lindsay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anightinwithsallylindsay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anightinwithsallylindsay ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Carol Vorderman: Countdown Secrets, Richard Whiteley & Modern Dating

This week on A Night In With Sally Lindsay, Carol Vorderman opens up about the extraordinary journey that took her from free school meals in North Wales to becoming one of Britain's most recognisable faces on television. Carol reflects on her childhood, her single mum's determination, and how a love of maths led her to study engineering at Cambridge. She also reveals the unbelievable story of how her mother secretly applied to Countdown on her behalf, forging her signature and submitting her graduation photo, setting in motion a career that would change her life forever. From her twenty-plus years on Countdown to her close friendship with the late Richard Whiteley, Carol shares hilarious behind-the-scenes stories, memories from some of television's biggest moments, and the unexpected Christmas Day episode that made headlines for all the wrong reasons. Carol and Sally also talk about the challenges of being a woman in television, standing up for yourself in a male-dominated industry, and the lessons she's learned from a career spent doing things her own way. The conversation turns to flying, fame, modern relationships and why she's never been afraid to challenge expectations. New episodes drop every Wednesday on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts - plus you can watch each episode on YouTube! Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ANightinwithSallyLindsay [https://www.youtube.com/@ANightinwithSallyLindsay] 📱 Follow A Night in with Sally Lindsay Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anightinwithsallylindsay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anightinwithsallylindsay ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.