The Savoy Originals
By The Savoy
Join journalist Alex Zane in the luxurious suites of The Savoy as he uncorks the stories behind some of the world’s most extraordinary creatives. Over a glass of Laurent-Perrier, Alex dives deep into what truly defines an artist - not just their craft, but their humour, style, inspirations, and the relentless drive that fuels their originality. Each episode is an intimate, unfiltered exploration of the unique experiences and perspectives that shape remarkable talents. A portrait of what makes an artist not just an artist, but a person too.
This series is brought to you by Laurent-Perrier – a family-owned Champagne House, renowned as the region's great innovator and distinguished for its unique style of freshness, elegance, and purity.
For more information go to www.laurent-perrier.com.
Produced by Rethink Audio.
This series is brought to you by Laurent-Perrier – a family-owned Champagne House, renowned as the region's great innovator and distinguished for its unique style of freshness, elegance, and purity.
For more information go to www.laurent-perrier.com.
Produced by Rethink Audio.
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Tom Holland: from vampire fiction to The Rest Is History
Despite a childhood imagining past worlds, it has taken Tom Holland a couple of careers to become one of the world’s most successful historians with his podcast The Rest Is History, and a string of historical novels.In this in-depth interview with ..… -

Ellie Simmonds: Gold medals to BAFTA masks
Her adoptive parents ushered her into two successful careers: from competitive swimming led to BAFTA-winning documentary maker. But how did these formative experiences shape her attitude to success?This week, Alex Zane dives deep with Ellie Simmond..… -

Mathew Horne: Corden’s foil to Gavin (and Stacey)
A last-minute casting change led to a breakout role that transformed the career of one of Britain's beloved comedic actors. In this candid interview, Matthew Horne opens up to host Alex Zane, recounting his career journey from early comedy sketch..… -

Dame Margaret Aderin-Pocock: no ordinary scientist
Tracking missiles whilst leaning out of a warplane isn’t in the job description for becoming the host of the BBC’s 'The Sky at Night' - but then nothing about Dame Maggie’s CV is ordinary. In this detailed interview with Alex Zane, Dame Maggie Ade..… -

Elizabeth Day: getting to the truth of everything
She describes herself as stubborn; we call it tenacity. Either way, Elizabeth Day’s journey from a childhood in The Troubles, to award-winning journalist and author, is quite the ride. Elizabeth shares with host Alex Zane her instinct for honesty..… -

Emily English: nutritionist, cook... but not an influencer
After receiving harsh criticism in the modeling industry, Emily English decided to transform her love for food and science into a groundbreaking career in nutrition. In this in-depth interview with host Alex Zane, she discusses building her perso..… -

Tom Fletcher: car park composing
He spent weeks in a car park writing Paddington the Musical - all while Buzz rehearsed for his debut in Starlight Express - and now Tom Fletcher celebrates rave reviews for both his work... and his son’s. In this in-depth interview with host Alex ..… -

Nick Mohammed: from magic tricks to Ted Lasso
A childhood obsession with magic has led Nick to pursue a warm, open-hearted style of comedy that hasn’t always had a home on modern British television. But the actor and comedian has really found his groove: and in this in-depth interview with Ale..… -

Dame Kelly Holmes: Track Star to Olympic Champion
From a young girl inspired by Sebastian Coe to conquering the 2004 Olympics with two gold medals, Kelly opens up about her incredible rise to the top of the athletics world. She shares the defining moments of her journey, from the PE teacher who sp..… -

Daniel Mays: Eastenders to Silver Screen
From his early days on the set of Eastenders, to working alongside some of the biggest filmmakers in the world, Daniel Mays shares how a relentless dedication to craft and an insatiable curiosity have fuelled his career. Along the way, Daniel opens..…