Shanthi’s Suspicions, Monkey Bites & Stage Names

What is it really like presenting Match of the Day? In this episode, Romesh is joined by sports broadcaster Kelly Cates to talk about her remarkable career in football journalism, from becoming one of the original faces of Sky Sports News to stepping into the Match of the Day studio. Kelly opens up about growing up surrounded by football, how sports broadcasting has changed over the last three decades and why she deliberately avoids reading comments (good and bad) about her work. They discuss the modern pressures that face footballers today and what it's really like presenting one of the UK's most iconic sports programmes. Plus, there's a maths geek-out, a question from Shanthi, Misquoted and even a message from Jamie Redknapp. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform Media. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:31 A gift for Kelly 02:57 On Ready Steady Cook 05:35 Growing up in football 09:24 A question from Shanthi 10:25 Sport injuries 12:05 On Jamie Redknapp 14:08 A question from Jamie 16:00 Maths geek out 19:30 Sky Sports News 22:22 Broadcast journalism 26:50 Expectations of footballers 27:40 Media & journalism changing 31:13 “Unicorn” footballers 32:43 Match of the Day 37:57 Career progression 41:04 A sidenote on trains 41:48 The World Cup 45:22 Misquoted 55:53 An exclusive 56:18 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is the weirdest thing Shanthi has ever Googled? In this Thursday episode, Romesh and mum Shanthi reveal their most embarrassing Google searches, discuss holiday disasters and give their advice on finding the love of your life at university. Shanthi shares her theories about a suspicious fan encounter on a train and reacts to the production team's suggestions for her new stage name. Plus, we answer your listener dilemmas, from monkey bites to dating advice and weirdly, ducks' anatomy. From bizarre internet searches to relationship wisdom, it's another classic Thursday episode with Shanthi. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform Media. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:50 On Judi Love 07:06 Shanthi’s stage names 17:06 Weirdest Google search 23:20 Holiday disasters 31:23 How to find the love of your life? 39:17 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How does Judi Love do it all? In this episode of The Romesh Ranganathan Show, comedian, actor and writer, Judi Love joins Romesh to discuss her remarkable career, from becoming the first Black British woman to headline the London Palladium to starring in upcoming projects including Girl Group and and Channel 4's Schooled. Judi opens up about comedy as a coping mechanism for undiagnosed dyslexia, the importance of self-care, and why she's learnt to fiercely protect her peace. She also reveals her dream of studying for a PhD exploring the impact of joy and laughter on our wellbeing. Plus, there's a question from Shanthi, a game of Misquoted, and Judi shares her problem with posh gyms plus an unbelievable crash out story. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:20 Rom is big in the game 02:55 Judi’s shade to Romesh 07:39 Work ethic 09:35 A gift for Judi 13:33 On dyslexia, school and humour 15:10 Judi’s comedy influences 17:00 Comedy writing 21:30 Americans vs English 24:18 The NYC comedy scene 26:00 Judi’s upcoming tour 26:32 Romeh’s toilet story 29:57 Our Table Podcast 30:56 A question from Shanthi 33:47 A call from Rebel Wilson 35:28 Judi’s problem with posh gyms 36:22 Girl Group the new movie 38:24 Acting and Writing 41:16 On Schooled 44:28 Getting a PhD 46:20 Judi & Rom’s covid content 48:23 The benefits of comedy 49:50 Self care and health 53:14 Misquoted 01:01:47 Being mistaken for other celebs 01:04:45 An exclusive 01:09:33 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How would Shanthi take on a thousand seagulls? We're back with another Thursday episode, answering your important listener questions like, would you rather take on a dog sized spider or a pack of seagulls? The pair discuss Parents Evening and advise your latest listener dilemmas, from a curry-addicted dog, to Shanthi's weaponised use of cake. Plus, Shanthi and the team give some feedback on Romesh's interviewing technique and discuss what would we do if Shanthi quit? A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. Chapter 00:00 Intro 04:40 Is Shanthi happy? 06:30 On Gabby Logan 07:14 A new interview style 15:51 On Parents Evening 17:57 A listener question 25:30 A curry addicted dog dilemma 28:15 Is Shanthi quitting? 28:56 Advice on the dog dilemma 32:41 A mundane chat conundrum 39:49 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How does Gabby Logan handle online trolls? In this episode of The Romesh Ranganathan Show, award-winning broadcaster Gabby Logan joins Romesh to discuss life presenting Match of the Day, handling criticism online and the pressure of live television. Gabby opens up about balancing family life with her long-standing broadcasting career, why she stopped paying attention to online comments and what it really takes to deliver a great live interview. She also speaks candidly about her husband Kenny's prostate cancer diagnosis and why sharing his story has helped break the stigma around men's health. From sport to Strictly Come Dancing to her comedy debut Gabby covers it all. Plus, as always, we have a question from Shanthi, a game of Misquoted and Gabby reveals to us an exclusive, or does she? A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:56 A gift for Gabby Logan 03:39 The London marathhon 06:34 Dealing with online critics 11:24 On Match Of The Day 18:50 Work life balance 20:50 Imposter syndrome and failures 24:27 Working in live TV 26:17 How to get a good interview 31:18 A question from Shanthi 35:25 Footballers abuse 39:19 A game of Misquoted 41:33 Empty next syndrome 44:48 Dealing with online trolls 48:28 Changes and online dating 49:14 Misquoted continued 51:16 Kenny’s journey with prostate cancer 53:07 On Strictly Come Dancing 56:23 Sports people and competitiveness 59:56 Gabby wanted to be a comedian? 01:06:44 An Exclusive from Gabby 01:10:00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What is Shanthi's beef with Idris Elba? In this Thursday episode of The Romesh Ranganathan Show, Shanthi and Romesh revisit Shanthi's ongoing vendetta against actor Idris Elba. We also tackle your listener dilemmas and Shanthi opens up about what helped her rebuild her life after losing her husband. Elsewhere, Romesh and Shanthi debate manifestation, test their Wimbledon knowledge, and reveal their celebrity crushes. From self-care and self-belief to country music and comedy, it's another classic Thursday episode with Shanthi with plentry of Ranganthan roasting in between. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:06 Manifestation with Shanthi 06:04 A country introduction 07:52 A production decision 09:04 Shanthi loves country and silk 10:10 Shanthi burns Romesh 11:55 Rom roasts the team 13:35 Shania Twain’s fashion advice 15:06 Shanthi’s grandma tactics 18:41 Shanthi’s self care advice 22:25 A Wimbledon quiz 32:46 Some advice on being a widow 40:00 The Ranganathan celebrity crushes 44:50 Shanthi’s beef with Idris Elba 56:24 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do you keep performing after losing your voice? Country music icon Shania Twain joins Romesh to talk about her most personal album yet, Little Miss Twain, the vocal surgery that saved her career and why she's embraced singing with a completely different voice. We discuss everything from early beginnings and singing in bars as a kid, to breaking into Nashville, writing hit songs and becoming a pop star. Plus we get into performing live at Coachella and her upcoming Wembley residency as Harry Styles' special guest. Shania reflects on her personal life struggles, from Lyme disease to losing her mother and how it's shaped her and her remarkable career. Expect as usual, an all-important Shanthi question, a game of Misquoted, and Shania shares the best advice she's ever received. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:05 A gift for Shania 04:56 The new album 07:12 Musical influences 16:07 Humour in writing 18:27 Shania’s career 20:46 Dealing with life struggles 24:19 On happiness 29:50 A question from Shanthi 33:30 The upcoming tour 38:06 Coachella 39:48 What’s next? 41:51 Dealing with Lym’s disease 45:33 On country music 53:41 Misquoted 58:23 Shania’s best advice 01:00:06 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can Shanthi solve your life problems... and give you the perfect masala dosa recipe? Shanthi's back answering your questions, but not before revealing the mantras she lives by, how she rebuilt her happiness and why staying busy is the secret to a good life. Elsewhere, Romesh shares the advice he'd give his younger self, Shanthi teaches us how to make her famous masala dosa, and the listener dilemmas spiral from awkward parenting moments to one of the strangest vegan questions we've ever received. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:39 Mantras and happiness 03:16 Romesh explains Alice And Steve 05:26 Answering your questions 10:41 Shanthi’s Masala Dosa recipe 12:27 Romesh’s advice to his younger self 16:09 Awkward parent questions 23:44 A sausage sucking question 29:12 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How awkward can filming a British comedy get? Jemaine Clement joins Romesh to discuss everything from New Zealand, comedy and touring. From starting at the Edinburgh Fringe, to creating one of the most loved series, Flight of the Conchords and working alongside Taika Waititi. They chat about Jemaine's new Disney+ comedy Alice and Steve, filming the upcoming Rogue Trooper movie with Matt Berry and the reality of life on set. Plus, there's a UK vs New Zealand Marmite taste test, a question from Shanthi, a game of Misquoted and the best Leonard Cohen impression you've ever heard. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:40 A present for Jemaine 04:48 Itchy & Scratchy vs Tom & Jerry 06:15 Rogue Trooper 09:07 A marmite taste test 16:24 New Zealand’s best 17:16 Upbringing and comedy 21:12 Flight Of The Conchords influences 22:05 Edinburgh Fringe 28:45 On Taika Waititi 31:06 A question from Shanthi 34:25 Touring 38:00 On Alice And Steve 49:10 Misquoted 57:50 An exclusive 58:54 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Would you drink Marmite? Shanthi does. In this Thursday episode of The Romesh Ranganathan Show, Shanthi reveals her unusual homemade drink, shares her hot takes on summer fashion and the pair team up to answer your listener dilemmas. Debating everything from shirtless men, bucket hats and giant sunglasses to barbecues, iced coffee and whether fruit belongs in a salad, Shanthi voices her opinion on all of it. We also answer your problems, including a debate about personal hygiene habits and how to deal with family members whose views belong in another century. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:33 Does Shanthi know Eve? 03:38 Shanthi’s marmite recipe 04:25 Summer fashion takes 18:13 Shanthi’s new profile pic 19:42 Answering your dilemmas 32:18 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices