Celebrity Side Hustles

As the curtain comes down on  Season 2 of Celebrity Side Hustles, Matt and Roxy look back at how their working partnership has developed into a collaboration of two creative minds.Answering viewers’ questions they discuss worst habits, determination, self worth and how they both ultimately became beloved, long term members of the Emmerdale cast !!  Plus, mushrooms, a broken back and big budgies – you don’t want to miss this one.Plans for Season 3 are well under way with them delving into the many aspects of ………… Midlife Crisis.--Ep Linkshttps://lifecykel.uk/And for 15% off your order use code MATTANDROXY--Presented by: Roxy Shahidi & Matthew WolfendenProduced by: VTR North

Laura Norton & Mark JordonLaura and Mark join Roxy and Matt in this episode of Celebrity Side Hustles to chat abouttheir early years as actors, Mark’s long standing role in the legendary Heartbeat and how heand Laura met on the set of Emmerdale.Their Side Hustle has become an all consuming passion as their children’s diagnoses ofUsher Syndrome has led them to found Cure Usher, a charity dedicated to raisingawareness and funds to find a cure for this terrible, rare condition that decimates hearingand eyesight within a few years.The science exists, the talent is ready and waiting, all that’s preventing a cure is funding.Theirs is a story of resilience, love and hope.--Presented by: Roxy Shahidi & Matthew WolfendenProduced by: VTR North

SIAN REESE WILLIAMSIn this episode of Celebrity Side Hustles, Sian Reese Williams chats to Roxy and Matt abouther acting career which has encompassed theatre, tv and musical theatre. This versatileperformer has appeared in productions which have been filmed in Wales, ‘Hinterland’ beingone example, and therefore require both English language and Welsh language versions.Her successful five year stint on Emmerdale brought her into contact with our hosts before she left to pursue other opportunities.Acting does not provide regular work or income and in one dry spell Sian decided to fill hertime by learning about pottery and ceramics which she has now turned into a successful sidehustle. Her individual pieces are unusual and very sought after and she discusses how this hobby has been essential for her mental well-being.Watch this episode to find out about jugs and a suitcase!!!--Presented by: Roxy Shahidi & Matthew WolfendenProduced by: VTR North

AMY WALSH & TOBY-ALEXANDER SMITHEmmerdale meets EastEnders in the Celebrity Side Hustles, as Matt and Roxy talk with Amy and Toby about their roles in these two well loved soaps…Amy &  Toby reveal how they met, in the audience at another iconic TV series, to their marriage and subsequent struggles as new parents.  The isolation of being a new father led to Toby writing a screenplay dedicated to this very difficult and emotional subject.  Funding now in place, the story will become a film dedicated to helping people, particularly men, who are suffering from mental health issues following the birth of a child.Tissues at the ready for this episode!!--Presented by: Roxy Shahidi & Matthew WolfendenProduced by: VTR North

Ross AdamsHollyoaks star and British Soap Award winning actor, Ross Adams is the latest guest to join Matt and Roxy on Celebrity Side Hustles.Ross talks about how he got into the industry and his time working behind the scenes on Coronation Street, Emmerdale and, after a small stint in the fire service, his ten years of playing the role of Scott in Hollyoaks.We chat about how Ross founded Small Screen Talent, a drama school dedicated to sharing his wealth of knowledge with the next generation of TV actors.  His goal is to nurture young talent in an empathetic atmosphere, encouraging a spirit of teamwork, confidence and kindness.Ross is a man on a mission, enjoy!Small Screen Talent:Official WebsiteAbout Us – Small Screen TalentSocial Media:Ross Adams on InstagramSmall Screen Talent on Instagram--Presented by: Roxy Shahidi & Matthew WolfendenProduced by: VTR North

LISA RILEYWhat can we say about this guest...Best known as ‘Mandy Dingle’ in Emmerdale but Lisa Riley is so much more than that character.  From the age of six she knew she had a USP that set her apart.  She has boundless energy and enthusiasm for everything, whether it be acting, writing, Strictly, her clothing range, fragrance – the list of her Side Hustles is endless. Don’t blink or you will miss this episode because the time just flies by listening to what this amazing woman has to say – the force of nature that is …. Lisa Riley – don’t judge!--Presented by: Roxy Shahidi & Matthew WolfendenProduced by: VTR North

Welcome back!Kicking off season 2 of Celebrity Side Hustles are the wonderful, ADAM & KATY RICKITT!!!Mix a soap star/pop heartthrob with a tv presenter/journalist and what do you get?A side hustle that is a totally unique gin and craft beer emporium – Dexter and Jones – that is built on love, passion and community.  Their meeting was fate, the way they acquired D&J was fate and their drive and enthusiasm for supporting other small businesses whilst serving their customers, both near and far, is taking Adam and Katy on a wonderful life journey, far removed from Corrie and Good Morning Britain.  Hear all about it right here!Ep Linksdexterandjones.co.ukFollow Adam on Instagram: @adamofficial--Presented by: Roxy Shahidi & Matthew WolfendenProduced by: VTR North

Danny Miller  Joining Roxy and Matt in the studio for our final episode of series one  is their great mate, former co-star and all round good guy, Danny Miller.  Danny talks about how his whirlwind journey into acting began, leading to his multi-award winning Emmerdale role as struggling gay teenage Aaron, being crowned King of the Jungle and how the sudden death of someone close led to him starting up the bereavement charity Once Upon a Smile. Ep Links https://www.onceuponasmile.org.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/alberts_bookshelf -- Presented by: Roxy Shahidi & Matthew Wolfenden Produced by: VTR North

Dominic Brunt This week’s “Celebrity Side Hustles” celebrity guest is none other than Dominic Brunt. Known for his long standing role as the affable Paddy Kirk in Emmerdale,  Dom reveals to Roxy and Matt that his original life plan wasn’t quite so glamorous. He also shares all about his life-long love of old-school horror and how it kick-started a career in producing his very own collection of scary movies with his wife Jo. Let’s talk to Dominic… -- Presented by: Roxy Shahidi & Matthew Wolfenden Produced by: VTR North

Lou Sanders In this episode of "Celebrity Side Hustles" Matt & Roxy chat to Roxy's Dancing On Ice buddy and comedian Lou Sanders.We reveal the fame brought by eating a vegan sausage bap in Safeway, chat about Lou's appearance on The Late Late Show with James Cordon and the nerves before appearing on Live at the Apollo.Matt & Roxy also reveal more of their life journey and open up about Matt's Olympic hopes being dashed by devastating injury. Lou's book "What's that Lady Doing" gets a little plug along the way too... Please enjoy this "Celebrity Side Hustles"Presented by: Roxy Shahidi & Matthew WolfendenProduced by: VTR North