
Paul McKenna's Positivity Podcast
The Positivity Podcast is a new, half-hour, in-depth, non-journalistic interview programme hosted by Paul McKenna. Each week, he interviews some of the world's most interesting people in a deeply explorative style.
Latest episodes

Jun 25, 2024 • 29min
119 - Penelope Tree
My guest today is one of the original supermodels, she is a style icon of the Swinging Sixties, and David Bailey’s muse. Her autobiographical novel Piece Of My Heart, looks with brutal honesty at the dizzying impact of sudden fame and shares the inside scoop on ‘60’s fashion and high society. When John Lennon was asked to encapsulate her in three words, he replied, "Hot, Hot, Hot, Smart, Smart, Smart!”. I’m talking today with Penelope Tree…

May 27, 2024 • 29min
118 - Deborah Meaden
My guest on the Positivity Podcast today is a highly-successful entrepreneur - famous for being one of the investors on the BBC show Dragons’ Den. Her latest project is a book for teenagers ‘Deborah Meaden Talks Money.’ I’m talking today with Deborah Meaden.

Apr 8, 2024 • 32min
117 - Kate Silverton
Journalist and therapist Kate Silverton discusses her journey from journalism to therapy, sharing personal anecdotes and insights on parenting, hidden talents, finding happiness, and overcoming challenges. She also delves into the brain's role in parenting and the importance of positive content and knowledge sharing on platforms like Instagram.

Apr 3, 2024 • 29min
116 - Alan Johnson
My guest today is a former UK Education Secretary, Health Secretary and Home Secretary. He is an award-winning, best-selling author and his new book Death On The Thames has just been published. I am speaking today with Alan Johnson…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
Don't forget to rate and subscribe to the podcast and share your best bits from the episode online.
Paul McKenna Twitter: @ImPaulMcKenna
Paul McKenna Instagram: @IamPaulMcKenna

Feb 18, 2024 • 32min
115 - Tommy Tiernan
My guest today is a comedian, actor and writer. He is one of Ireland’s most successful stand-up comics and is also famous for starring in the TV show Derry Girls. He is hailed by Billy Connelly as one of his three favourite comedians in the world. He’s touring the UK in April. I’m talking today with Tommy Tiernan...
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
Don't forget to rate and subscribe to the podcast and share your best bits from the episode online.
Paul McKenna Twitter: @ImPaulMcKenna
Paul McKenna Instagram: @IamPaulMcKenna

Jan 29, 2024 • 47min
114 - Stephen Moyer
My guest today is an actor, producer and director. He’s best known for portraying the vampire Bill Compton in the hit TV series True Blood. His new series is based on the epic film Sexy Beast. I am talking today with Stephen Moyer...The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.Don't forget to rate and subscribe to the podcast and share your best bits from the episode online.Paul McKenna Twitter: @ImPaulMcKenna Paul McKenna Instagram: @IamPaulMcKenna

Jan 9, 2024 • 16min
113 - Melanie Sykes
My guest today is an author and former TV and radio broadcaster. Famous for hosting on such shows as ‘Today with Des and Mel’ and ‘Going Out with Alan Carr’. She’s an autism advocate and campaigner for women’s rights. Her new book is called ‘Illuminated’. I’m talking today with Melanie Sykes...
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
Don't forget to rate and subscribe to the podcast and share your best bits from the episode online.
Paul McKenna Twitter: @ImPaulMcKenna
Paul McKenna Instagram: @IamPaulMcKenna

Dec 11, 2023 • 45min
112 - Ben Miller
My guest today is an actor, comedian and author. He rose to fame as one half of the comedy duo Armstrong and Miller. He has starred in such shows as Death in Paradise and Primeval. His new children’s book is Adventures of a Christmas Elf. I’m talking today with Ben Miller...
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
Don't forget to rate and subscribe to the podcast and share your best bits from the episode online.
Paul McKenna Twitter: @ImPaulMcKenna
Paul McKenna Instagram: @IamPaulMcKenna

Nov 23, 2023 • 33min
111 - Sarah Millican
Award-winning comedian, Sarah Millican, discusses maintaining a positive outlook, creative comedy writing, overcoming shyness through humor, finding solace in cinema, balancing work and breaks, and closing with inspirational quotes on success and happiness.

Feb 27, 2023 • 24min
110 - James Haskell
My guest today is one of the best-known UK rugby players in the world, having played 77 times for his country. He is a Sunday Times bestselling author for his smash-hit autobiography and he’s also a DJ. I’m talking today with James Haskell…
The Positivity Podcast sees Paul McKenna interview some of the world's most interesting people. From film stars, to entrepreneurs and entertainers, you'll learn the tips and tricks that the best in the business use to stay positive.
Don't forget to rate and subscribe to the podcast and share your best bits from the episode online.
Paul McKenna Twitter: @ImPaulMcKenna
Paul McKenna Instagram: @IamPaulMcKenna
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