Advertise on podcast: Reasons To Be Joyful with Gaby Roslin

The delightful, brilliant, funny pals - Mel & Sue - join Gaby for a natter! (after being 40 minutes late - tut tut) They talk about their friendship, working together, their new ITV show - 'Win Win' - a life in comedy and why they love each other so much. The two of them know each other so well...and work so well together (and separately too). THE BIG TOPIC of discussion is what is the nation's favourite sandwich filler? Gaby also asks about Last One Laughing - and if it's genuinely as funny doing it, as it is for us watching it... We hope you enjoy this joyful, fun and silly conversation!

Actors Helen George and Yvette Robinson join Gaby for a natter about all things joy! The two friends have launched a new podcast - Mystic Mates - in which they will explore mystical happenings and supernatural situations through meaningful conversations, light-hearted laughs and wild personal stories. Featuring special guests, readers and real-life stories from their audience.Helen & Yvette first met performing together in the West End, however it was their interests in the esoteric that forged their friendship in the stars. After buying a pack of tarot cards in Covent Garden twenty years ago, their love for the spiritual realm has helped them navigate two decades worth of love, loss, grief and many unexpected turns that life has thrown their way.  However, they’re not alone. In fact, a YouGov poll showed that over 40% of British women said they’d had a tarot reading, as cards and witches spells fill the shelves of high-street shops. Gaby delves into their hilarious and heartwarming stories from twenty years of friendship, as well as unpacking how their spiritual beliefs have lifted them up during troubling times and the spiritual encounters which have led to some of their happiest moments including how an intention setting session at a New Years party led Helen to meeting ’the one’ the following day!

Henry Lewis and Dave Hearn from Mischeif Theatre (The Play That Goes Wrong) join Gaby for chat - and a bit of cheeky mischief of course! Their new show - The Comedy About Spies - is in full flow in London's West End and is HILARIOUS! Gaby chats to them about how they met, how The Play That Goes Wrong came about, and the early years of the company. One of the things they have learned from doing these silly shows is how much they have resonated with people going through tough times. Often the cast are told by audience members that they have helped them get through a tough time. There's something quite powerful about laughter - and about the joyful release of laughter. They now have shows on in London, New York, Los Angeles, Sydney - as well as TV specials and new shows in the works. The mischief never stops!!!

Director George Jaques and actor Ruby Stokes join Gaby for a natter about their new film, 'Sunny Dancer'. Gaby is OBsessed with the film and is telling everyone to see it! Here's the synopsis:As if conquering cancer wasn't hard enough, 17-year-old Ivy's parents sign her up to spend her summer at what she calls "chemo camp", where she manages to find unexpected friends in a group of misfits and has a summer she'll never forget. George and Ruby chat about the film, their careers, working together and what brings them joy; acting, friendships, poetry and cuddly toys!

**please note, there's a bit of fruity language in this episode!** Gaby welcomes the actor, writer and filmmaker Lucas Jones to the podcast, whose debut poetry collection - I Still Believe in Miracles: Poems to Find Meaning in Difficult Time - was published in January 2026. Lucas reflects on his many different channels of creativity, first sharing his poetry on social media, the connections and solace that his words have provided, as well as memorable  encounters with Mark Hamill and Stephen Spielberg. We also hear about the two women who are fundamental to Lucas' joy. Including his mum Sharon, who helped shape him through her love and kindness, and makes a beautiful guest appearance.

Gaby welcomes bestselling author, speaker and ordained Buddhist monk, Sam Yo, to the podcast. Sam chats about his early career in the West End and what motivated him to move to Thailand to become a monk. They discuss energy, soul, mentors and of course...joy! Sam has dedicated his life to helping others achieve their physical and mindset potential. He is a graduate of the Laban Center with a degree in movement and dance, a certified Pilates instructor, a NASM personal trainer too.

Singer and actress Alexandra Burke joins Gaby to chat about her music, appearing in the West End, X Factor - and Chaka Khan! She tells Gaby all about what brings her joy and the full-circle moment she is currently having in her career. Alexandra gets a little emotional when talking about her mum, and her children, and how blessed she has been in her life and career - but they are tears of joy, not sadness. She loves living in the moment - and celebrating life - and we are SO here for that!

Gaby welcomes legendary actor Didi Conn to the podcast to chat about her iconic role of Frenchy in the film of 'Grease'. Didi shares her joy of making that film, her favourite song and moment from it - and talks about how the cast remained friends ever since filming it. They also chat about the joys of family and singing (oh yes, there's some singing!) We hope you enjoy listening to this trip down memory lane as much as we did recording it!

Gaby welcomes model, writer, and activist Katie Piper to the pod! 'One of the most important voices today' says Gaby - who believes we should all listen to Katie and her wisdom...and has been, for 18 years (which is the first time they met!) Pain transformed Katie's life (negatively for a long time after a horrendous acid attack) but has also given her purpose and direction and a joyful attitude towards life. We hope you enjoy this powerful and empowering conversation - and remember you can watch all our episodes on YouTube (and we'd love you to follow and subscribe there so you never miss an episode) Here's a little more about the book:In 'Still Beautiful' bestselling author, broadcaster and charity campaigner, Katie Piper challenges deeply ingrained societal thinking around beauty and ageing, and empowers women to embrace the process of getting older.When a life-threatening acid-attack left Katie physically and visibly scarred at just 24, her approach to ageing was irrevocably changed. Now in her early forties, and at an age she wasn’t certain she would reach in the early days of her recovery, Katie reflects on what it means to age ‘well’ in a world that places so much expectation on how women look. She wants to encourage women of all ages to embrace who they are and to question the reasons why we may not feel comfortable with our ageing bodies.

Bestselling author Matt Haig joins Gaby for a natter about all things joy! They chat about his new book - 'The Midnight Train' - as well as being a mental health advocate, the curse of social media, bookshops, nature and much more! Remember you can watch all our episodes via our YouTube channel! Follow the link to like and subscribe - so you never miss an episode!

Singer, actress and Britain's Got Talent winner Sydnie Christmas joins Gaby for a strawberry daiquiri and natter about all things joy. They discuss her new music, filming a video in Ibiza, BGT, her favourite musicals (and her dream role) and why a tube of lip balm has become her lucky charm. We also learn about the item that brings her the most joy in our Show n Tell section! Remember you can watch all our episodes via our YouTube channel! Please like and subscribe.

The Script frontman, Danny O'Donoghue, joins Gaby for a chat about all things joy. Danny has been very open about some of the tough times he's gone through - and now, he's happily married, and beaming about it! They talk about fame, love, the struggle of the music industry and balancing home life with tour life, and the brand new album (which is coming out in August). He talks about what it means to be human, why we should all be walking in nature and getting off screens - and what inspired the songs on the new album, which are themed around the nostalgia for a time before phones and screens and AI. Gaby loves walking - and so does Danny - and they talk about listening to the natural sounds of the world, how good walking is for their mental health - and feeling gratitude. (Danny also reveals a bit of an exclusive about some video content they have made which will be coming out with this new album!) You can pre-save and pre-order The Script's new album now - and remember to follow and subscribe to our YouTube channel too pretty please!

Screenwriter and TV Producer - Russell T Davies - joins Gaby for a natter about his new series 'Tip Toe' - and his brilliant writing career (which includes 'It's A Sin', 'Dr Who' and 'Years & Years') He talks about predicting the future in his shows (there's no crystal ball apparently), writing 'on the nose', channelling anger into his work - and - bringing out the joy in his industry. Russell and the Pet Shop Boys have collaborated on a ballet of 'It's A Sin' - which is premiering soon. He tells us about that collaboration, and how much you have to change from the screenplay to what appears on stage. And of course - as with all our guests - Russell shares the thing that brings him joy in our Show n Tell section! Remember to please like and subscribe to our YouTube channel - and - follow the podcast on instagram too!

Gaby welcomes singer/songwriter/actor Matt Cardle to the pod, to chat about all thing joy. Matt is currently in the musical 'Kinky Boots' in the West End - and loving it! He's also just about to release his new album...so he's a busy busy boy! They talk about his music, 'being famous', social media (both the highs and the lows), being too honest (is there such a thing!?) and working with your mates. Matt also reveals his 'Show n Tell' item - which makes Gaby smile (especially when she gets to have a go on it!) Remember you can watch all our episodes on our YouTube channel - follow and subscribe there, so you never miss an episode.

Comedian Lucy Beaumont is a bundle of joy and brings her infectious laughter (and accent) to the podcast! She tells Gaby about bringing joy to people via the power of comedy - and how she feels more relaxed on stage, than in her real life. There's the story of the crow who tried to pick her up by her beehive haircut - and the gang of youths who stuck a Wagon Wheel to her forehead on the London Underground. And - we host The Easiest Biscuit Quiz Ever, to see how she fairs...