The Third Act
What if we all saw age, not as a barrier, but as a new beginning? Featuring sparkling conversation from vintage minds, The Third Act is a podcast that celebrates later life – by putting it centre-stage.
Each episode, writer and journalist Catherine Fairweather chats to some of the world’s most experienced artists, adventurers, actors and entrepreneurs – hearing tales of triumphs and setbacks, exploring the intimate secrets of a life well lived and unpacking tricks for ageing gracefully (or otherwise). Over lunch at the sumptuous Culfords restaurant in Auriens Chelsea, each guest reflects openly and honestly about how they are redefining later living and embracing
life’s next act. Warm, witty and invariably wise, this series will leave you with the strong belief that the best is yet to come.
The Third Act is brought to you by Auriens – a luxury residence in Chelsea that redefines later living.
Latest episodes
Apr 28, 2022 • 31min
Harriet Walter
One of the UK's most respected actresses, Dame Harriet Walter is currently enjoying great success with recent appearances in hit TV shows such as Succession, Killing Eve, The Crown and Downton Abbey as well as Ridley Scott's latest film The Duel. She talks with Catherine Fairweather about playing 'nasty characters', the secrets to ageing well, the perks of getting married in your 60's and why British stage actors do so well in Hollywood.
Apr 21, 2022 • 33min
John Preston
Former Arts Editor, John Preston's Third Act sees him enjoying huge success in his 60's. He is the author of books including A Very English Scandal, which became an award-winning TV series starring Hugh Grant, and The Dig, which was adapted into a film starring Ralph Fiennes and Carey Mulligan. Drawn to writing about rogues and risk-takers, John talks about his work including The Fall, his recent book about Robert Maxwell, as well as about finding success later in life. He also discusses his latest work, an upcoming TV drama about Labour minister John Stonehouse which stars Matthew Macfadyen and Keeley Hawes.
Apr 13, 2022 • 32min
Marie Helvin
Born in Tokyo, raised in Hawaii, Marie Helvin is one the most highly regarded supermodels who graced the cover of Vogue on multiple occasions. Well known for her work with photographer David Bailey, Marie talks about how excited she is for the next stage in her life as she approaches 70.
Apr 7, 2022 • 32min
Carinthia West
On this episode Catherine Fairweather chats with Carinthia West. A model, actress, photographer, writer and a muse to rock icons, she was discovered on Chelsea's King's Road. Carinthia always kept a camera by her side, capturing intimate moments of star-studded names who crossed her path such as The Rolling Stones, Carly Simon and Neil Young.
Mar 30, 2022 • 29min
Nicky Haslam
Described as "one of the most important characters in British design" Nicky Haslam is a man who needs no introduction. A friend to everyone from the Duchess of Windsor and Cole Porter to Paris Hilton, Nicky is a successful interior designer, author and raconteur. (Just don't call him a socialite!) Nicky chats to Catherine Fairweather about his life, relationships and work as well as his love of Sicily, surgery and The Times crossword.
Feb 17, 2022 • 33min
Bruce Oldfield
Renowned designer Bruce Oldfield has dressed royalty of all sorts from Princess Diana and Diana Ross to Rihanna. He talks to Catherine Fairweather about having to restart his business during lockdown while also revealing the secrets to dressing well in later life, his fashion icons and the secrets to success.
Feb 15, 2022 • 3min
Trailer
Teasers from some series guests including designer Nicky Haslam, actress Stefanie Powers, photographer Carinthia West, author Tim Spicer and couturier Bruce Oldfield.
