
Headliners with Nihal Arthanayake
Nihal Arthanayake presents in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.
Latest episodes

May 3, 2023 • 46min
Jack Whitehall
The comedian and TV star on sharing bathrooms, leaving home and Ray Mears.

Apr 20, 2023 • 52min
Everything But The Girl
“Live is not something we intend to do.” Tracey Thorn and Ben Watt on the duo’s first album since 1999.

Apr 19, 2023 • 39min
Richard Armitage
“We don’t just want the shirt, we want the trousers as well.” The Hobbit and Spooks actor on his new drama Obsession.

Mar 28, 2023 • 54min
Harlan Coben
Harlan Coben, an international bestselling author known for his thrilling novels and Netflix productions, shares fascinating insights about his writing journey. He candidly discusses how personal experiences shape his narratives, including his unconventional writing habits during the pandemic. Coben explores the emotional complexity of crafting relatable characters amidst challenging circumstances and reflects on the delicate balance between personal fulfillment and commercial success. With a touch of humor, he even recalls a dream involving a raccoon, highlighting the absurdities that inspire his plots.

Mar 21, 2023 • 26min
Mae Muller
“I want to look 10 out of 10.” The UK’s Eurovision entry tells Nihal how she’s preparing for the competition.

Mar 9, 2023 • 32min
Penn Badgley
Nihal speaks to the star of Netflix’s smash hit series ‘You’.

Feb 28, 2023 • 53min
Michael Rosen
The children's author Michael Rosen on how he's 'getting better' after nearly dying of coronavirus

Feb 23, 2023 • 32min
Bernie Sanders
The Vermont senator and former Presidential candidate on inequality and “uber-capitalism.”

Feb 22, 2023 • 35min
Hugh Jackman
“I could not have been worse.” The Hollywood star reveals his most embarrassing audition.

Feb 21, 2023 • 55min
All Quiet on the Western Front
“I hope to inspire folks that they can do this”Two of the driving forces behind the BAFTA winning film, ‘All Quiet on the Western Front’, producer Malte Grunert and screenwriter Lesley Paterson share the challenges they faced in making the film, and why they felt the story should be told.