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Paul McKenna's Positivity Podcast

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Feb 13, 2023 • 24min

109 - Arthur Smith

My guest today is a comedian and playwright of two West End shows. His autobiography, My Name Is Daphne Fairfax, was published to critical acclaim and he’s a regular presenter on BBC Radio 4. He also performs stand-up all around the UK. In 2008, he won the Edinburgh Festival Spirit of the Fringe Award. I’m talking today with Arthur Smith… 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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Oct 16, 2022 • 28min

108 - Hugh Bonneville

My guest today is an actor famous for appearing in films such as Downton Abbey, Notting Hill, The Monuments Men and the Paddington Bear series, amongst many others. His new book Playing Under The Piano paints a vivid picture of his career on stage and screen. I’m talking today with Hugh Bonneville… 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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Aug 7, 2022 • 33min

107 - Gary Numan

My guest today is a musician who came to fame as the frontman for the new wave band Tubeway Army and later as a solo artist selling over 10 million records. He is a pioneer of electronic music and has received the Ivor Novello award. A new documentary about his music and his life airs on Sky Arts on August 13th. I’m talking today with Gary Numan… 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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Jul 24, 2022 • 33min

106 - Chris Hadfield

My guest today is one of the most accomplished astronauts in the world. He was named the Top Test Pilot in both the US Air Force and the US Navy and was inducted into Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame. He has flown three space missions, built two space stations, crewed the Space Shuttle, the Soyuz, and commanded the International Space Station. He's the author of four international best sellers. His latest book is The Apollo Murders. I’m talking with Colonel Chris Hadfield… 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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Jul 18, 2022 • 23min

105 - Jane Fallon

My guest today is a best-selling author, having sold over a million books in the UK. Before becoming a full-time writer, she was a multi-award-winning television producer behind shows such as This Life, Teachers and 20 Things to Do Before You’re 30 as well as producing on EastEnders. Her new book is entitled ‘Just Got Real’. I am talking today with Jane Fallon… 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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Jun 20, 2022 • 24min

104 - Fat Tony

My guest today found fame as a club DJ in the 1980s doing private parties for everyone from Prince to Madonna. He’s become one of fashion’s favourite acts as Vogue’s resident DJ and as Donatella Versace and Victoria Beckham’s go-to party guy. His autobiography ‘I Don’t Take Requests’ is out now. I’m talking today with DJ Fat Tony… 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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Apr 24, 2022 • 39min

103 - Gary Delaney

My guest today is a writer, stand-up comedian & TV star. He’s been called the ‘king of the one-liners’. He’s become one of the most followed and quoted comedians in the country. I am talking today with Gary Delaney… 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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Mar 21, 2022 • 25min

102 - Lynda La Plante

My guest today is a multiple award-winning author and screenwriter having won three BAFTAs, an Emmy, and the Edgar Allan Poe Award. She has created numerous internationally-acclaimed TV shows and is best known for writing the hit crime series Prime Suspect. Her new novel is called Vanished. I’m talking today with Lynda La Plante. 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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Mar 14, 2022 • 21min

101 - Joe Wicks

My guest today is a multi-million, best-selling author, TV presenter and fitness coach. His brand is one of the world’s most followed fitness accounts on all social media. He holds the Guinness World Record for ‘most viewers for a fitness workout live stream on YouTube’. His videos have had nearly 300 million views. His new book is called ‘Feel Good Food’. I am talking today with Joe Wicks. 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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Feb 20, 2022 • 28min

100 - Patrick Duffy

My guest on the Positivity Podcast today is an actor best known to audiences around the world for his twelve years in one of the biggest TV shows of all time, Dallas. He also appeared in The Bold and the Beautiful and the Man from Atlantis and starred in the award-winning West End production of Art. He’s currently on tour in the UK in Catch Me If You Can. I’m talking today with Patrick Duffy… 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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