Lenny Henry

Lenny Henry, a living legend with a remarkable career on the small screen, discusses his upbringing in a racially-charged environment, the surprise success of his comedy show Tizwalls, and his reflections on childhood and family. He also talks about his passion for knowledge, challenges in the comedy industry as a person of color, and memorable experiences meeting Nelson Mandela.

Lenny Henry discusses ethnic diversity in broadcasting, Andrew Bridgen MP on decriminalizing license fee evasion, and Joan Smith criticizes media handling of L'Wren Scott's death. The podcast also covers Idris Elba's role in a crime series, lack of diversity in the creative industries, and media ethics in privacy invasion.