Davina McCall joins for hilarious banter, addiction struggles, beating Salman Rushdie to book of the year, and a royal secret reveal. Reflecting on reality TV controversies, faith, embarrassing stories, and a 25-year partnership in hair and hygiene.
Overcoming addiction with spiritual guidance and faith
Persistence and dedication lead to career success in TV industry
Deep dives
Davina McCall's Reflections on Fame and Reality TV
Davina McCall discusses the challenges of navigating fame and reality TV, highlighting the struggles faced by individuals once they become famous through shows like Big Brother. She shares personal insights into the impact of reality TV on contestants' lives and the difficulties of being taken seriously post-show.
Davina McCall's Journey to Overcoming Addiction and Finding Faith
Davina McCall opens up about her past struggles with addiction and her journey to overcoming it through Narcotics Anonymous. She recounts a transformative moment where a psychic message helped restore her faith and belief that her prayers were heard, leading her to find strength and courage in her life.
Davina McCall's Breakthrough at MTV and Reflection on Gratitude
Davina McCall reflects on her persistence and determination in landing a job at MTV after three years of effort. She shares her gratitude for the opportunity and highlights the importance of seizing the moment when it finally arrives, showcasing the impact of perseverance and dedication in achieving personal and professional goals.
Diverse Career Journey and TV Show Experiences
The podcast delves into the diverse and extensive career journey of the guest, highlighting the challenges and successes faced over the years. The guest reflects on various TV show experiences, sharing anecdotes about projects like 'He's Having a Baby' and 'The Greatest Show That No One Watched'. The conversation touches on the guest's ventures into acting, including sitcom appearances and playing a zombie on Doctor Who.
Impactful Book on Menopause and Experiences with Honor
The episode discusses the guest's impactful book on menopause, which combines personal experiences with contributions from followers and scientific insights. The guest shares the emotional journey of receiving an MBE honor and the historical context of writing letters to the royal family since childhood. The conversation weaves through personal losses and the upcoming MBE ceremony, showcasing a mix of humility and pride.
#492 Davinadroid - Richard has been frightened by a weeing Samurai and an apparently dead audience member, but he’s back for more RHLSTP, back a the LST and with a guest who is too good for this rubbish, the glorious Davina McCall. They discuss how she (eventually) beat a comedian to host God’s Gift, Street Mate on skis, how Davina is ultimately to blame for the destruction of the world, why Richard was one of the first to know about an historic moment in Big Brother, why sitcom was not for McCall, overcoming addiction to chase her dream, beating Salman Rushdie to book of the year, the best professional to be in a relationship with and a never before revealed royal secret.
