Best Judi Dench Podcasts (2025)

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Rory Kinnear – on Judi Dench, ‘Lord of the Rings,’ and the father he still misses 49:11

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'The Diplomat’ and ‘No Time To Die’ star Rory Kinnear joins the show. Over lamb and English asparagus, Rory reflects on losing his father Roy Kinnear at a young age, and how he keeps his memory alive for his own children. He shares stories about his bond with Dame Judi Dench, honoring his late sister, and joining the 'Lord of the Rings' universe. T…

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How to Build the Perfect Athlete - Helen Glover, Hugh Dennis, Steve Haake and Emma Ross 42:22

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince are limbering up for a high-performance episode all about what it takes to build the perfect athlete.Joining them on the track are physiologist Dr Emma Ross, sports engineer Professor Steve Haake, Olympic rowing legend Helen Glover, and comedian Hugh Dennis - who’s getting into gear and reliving his cycling adventures in th…

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Should We Settle in Space? - Tim Peake, Kelly Weinersmith and Alan Davies 42:46

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince blast off into a cosmic controversy as they ask, should humanity become an interplanetary species? At Harwell Campus, a space science innovation hub, they’re joined by astronaut Tim Peake, biologist and Royal Society prize winning author Kelly Weinersmith, and comedian Alan Davies to explore the science, ethics, and challen…

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Tom Daley — on fame at 13, failure in Rio, and the man who changed everything 48:52

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British Olympic diver Tom Daley joins the show. Over fresh pasta, Tom tells me about becoming an Olympian for the first time at age 13, his special relationship with his late father, and becoming a dad with his partner ‘Milk’ screenwriter Dustin Lance Black. This episode was recorded at Bancone in Covent Garden, London. Want next week’s episode now…

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201st Birthday Bonanza - Mel Giedroyc, Deborah Meaden and Nish Kumar 42:35

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Get ready for a landmark episode of The Infinite Monkey Cage as we celebrate our 201st show! Brian Cox and Robin Ince invite a lively panel of celebrity guests to pose their burning scientific questions to a top-tier team of scientists.Mel Giedroyc is tunnelling into the world of engineering, asking how we build and operate trains under some of the…

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Russell Tovey — on playing complex gay roles and what 'Looking' got right 50:46

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‘Looking’ and ‘American Horror Story: NYC’ star Russell Tovey joins the show. Over samosas, Russell tells me about growing up as a queer kid in ‘90s Essex, dating using astrology, and his special bond with his pup Rocky. Plus, we get into his new film ‘Plainclothes,’ which made a splash at Sundance. This episode was recorded at Kricket in Shoreditc…

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Natasha Bedingfield — on feeling the rain on your skin and life lessons from Sia 44:58

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Pop music sensation Natasha Bedingfield joins the show. Over wild mushroom ravioli, Natasha tells me about her conservative religious upbringing and how it’s been a form of connecting with others, the real story behind her iconic single ‘Unwritten’, and an early career moment with Sia. This episode was recorded at Mallow in Borough Market in London…

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Alexander Skarsgård — on feeling like an imposter (even opposite Nicole Kidman) 48:31

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'Murderbot’ star Alexander Skarsgard joins the show. Over ravioli and spaghetti, Alexander tells me about his Emmy winning role in ‘Big Little Lies,’ being convinced HBO would fire him on ‘Generation Kill’ and the Michael Jackson music video that haunted him as a child. This episode was recorded at Bocca Di Lupo in Soho, London. Learn more about yo…

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Martha Plimpton — on almost going broke pre 'Raising Hope' and missing River Phoenix 47:39

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'Raising Hope’ star Martha Plimpton joins the show. Over pork chops and braised beans, Martha looks back at the 1985 classic ‘The Goonies,’ why she feels embraced in London more than Hollywood, and she reflects on her special relationship with the late River Phoenix. This episode was recorded at Forza Wine at The National Theatre in London’s South …

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Once marginalized, Mexico City’s sonidero parties draw crowds across social divides

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On a Wednesday evening in Iztapalapa, a working-class neighborhood in Mexico City, a block party began to form at sunset near the metro station. It was a typical sonidero event: no stage, no food vendors, no headliner — just two towering speakers, a microphone and a sonidero DJ whose voice echoed down the street. As commuters emerged from the subwa…

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Jason Isaacs — on being Daniel Craig’s on-stage lover and his career advice for his ‘White Lotus’ kids 46:26

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'White Lotus' star Jason Isaacs joins the show. Over some sexy mushrooms, Jason tells me about the film he thought would ruin his career, improvising in ‘Harry Potter’ and we get into his new film ‘The Salt Path,’ which co-stars Gillian Anderson. This episode was recorded at Tendril in Soho, London. Want next week’s episode now? Subscribe to Dinner…

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Rico Rodriguez — 'Modern Family’s’ Manny spills what it’s like to have Sofia Vergara and Ed O’Neill as on-camera parents 47:45

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My ‘Modern Family’ costar Rico Rodriguez joins the show. Over smashburgers, Rico tells me his original – very different – approach to Manny, who took him under his wing on set, and at what age he found out he made more than his allowance suggested. This episode was recorded at Heavy Handed in Studio City, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

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Eiza Gonzalez — on partying with Sofia Vergara and recovering from teen stardom 51:57

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'Fountain of Youth' and 'Ash’ star Eiza Gonzalez joins the show. Over avocado toast, Eiza tells me about the pressures of being a teen sensation in Latin America, an iconic blind audition, and a supportive moment from friend and ‘Ash’ co-star Aaron Paul. This episode was recorded at Videre Rooftop Restaurant and Bar at Kimpton Hotel Wilshire in Los…

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Wendie Malick — on success after 70 and getting comfy with on-screen beau Harrison Ford 51:39

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'Shrinking’ and ‘Night Court’ star Wendie Malick joins the show. Over tuna melts, Wendie talks about her iconic characters on ‘Just Shoot Me’ and ‘Hot in Cleveland,’ including some behind-the-scenes moments with Betty White, and why working with Harrison Ford on ‘Shrinking’ is like an old pair of jeans. This episode was recorded at Huckleberry in S…

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Luke MacFarlane — on fixing broken things and being ‘dada’ to Tess 54:44

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‘Bros’ star and ‘Home Is Where the Heart Is’ co-host Luke MacFarlane joins the show. Over ramen, Luke tells me about his early desire to be a dad, his love for derelict homes and broken things needing fixing, and the impact of his role on ‘Brothers & Sisters.’ Also, we get into his new Hallmark+ home reno series ‘Home Is Where The Heart Is’! This e…

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Patricia Clarkson — on being childfree and why equal pay shouldn’t be political 46:09

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‘Sharp Objects’ star Patricia Clarkson joins the show. Over whipped eggplant and fresh pasta, Patricia tells me about growing up in New Orleans, being childfree, and we dig into her role as the titular character in the film “Lilly,” where she plays a Good Year equal pay activist that made quite the impact. This episode was recorded at Elephante in …

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WAGNER MOURA — on joining ‘Dope Thief’ last minute and bonding with co-star Brian Tyree Henry 53:11

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'Dope Thief’ and ‘Narcos’ star Wagner Moura joins the show. Over pepperoni pizza, Wagner tells me his love for soap operas, preparing for his role as Pablo Escobar in hit Netflix series ‘Narcos’ and working on Ridley Scott’s new Apple TV+ series ‘Dope Thief.’ This episode was recorded Milo & Olive in Santa Monica, CA. Learn more about your ad choic…

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Brazilian hip-hop artist Brisa Flow brings Indigenous issues to the fore

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Brazilian rapper Brisa Flow made history as the first Indigenous artist on the lineup of Lollapalooza Brazil in 2023. But she said that her success has come at a price. “Being a pioneer brings wounds; there’s no way you can have a machete opening a path and not get some branches on your face,” she said, adding, “I got many, and I believe I learned …

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Everyone From Season 3 40:34

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To mark the end of the series 3, David and Georgia serve up a selection of previously unheard moments and behind-the-scenes gems that we couldn’t squeeze into the final cut. You'll hear from Ben Schwartz, Jameela Jamil, Russell T Davies, Stanley Tucci, Celia Imrie, Rosamund Pike, and David Tennant himself, interviewed by Georgia Tennant. A Sony Mus…

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JOSHUA JACKSON — on losing his Topanga home and starting over with his daughter 55:19

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'Doctor Odyssey’ star Joshua Jackson joins the show. Over steaming bowls of ramen, Joshua delves into the personal hardship of losing his childhood Topanga home in the January fires. We discussed what it was like to lose a home that had so much personal history to him and how he tackled sharing the news with his young daughter. We talked about ligh…

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David Tennant & Georgia Tennant - Purgatory Season 50:06

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Want more David and Georgia Tennant? You’re in luck! They’ve taken over the amazing podcast Where There’s a Will, There’s a Wake for a special episode. Where There’s a Will, There’s a Wake is a hilarious, irreverent, dark, and sometimes moving podcast where our guests see their death brought to life as they plan their final day from dawn to dusk an…

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JANE LYNCH — on how a Frosted Flakes commercial led to ‘Best in Show’ 46:27

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'Glee’ and ‘Best in Show’ star Jane Lynch joins the show. Over some cacio e pepe, Jane tells me about getting her start in iconic Christopher Guest films, working with Meryl Streep on ‘Julie & Julia’ and why ‘Glee’ was such a special show. This episode was recorded at Tre Lune in Montecito, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices…

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Georgia Tennant 1:12:42

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Hear David Tennant as you have never heard him before... The tables are turned as David sits in the hot seat, interviewed by none other than his wife Georgia Tennant. They dive into David’s journey, from his early life in Bathgate to moving south to forge a career, taking in his views on family, faith and fame along the way. They explore the impact…

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MATT BOMER — on channeling Rose Nylund and getting excused from ‘White Collar’ 51:10

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'Mid-Century Modern’ star Matt Bomer joins the show. Over a sizzling fish and crab fried rice, Matt told me about working with legends Nathan Lane and Linda Lavin (rest in peace) on the new Hulu series ‘Mid-Century Modern,’ what it’s like to be nearly an empty nester and we share strong feelings about a certain sandal. This episode was recorded at …

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Rosamund Pike 1:13:58

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David Tennant catches up with Rosamund Pike, star of The Wheel of Time, Gone Girl, and James Bond. They dive into working with AI, filming with legendary comic Billy Connolly, the chaos of being thrown out of an Uber for littering, and the whirlwind of award season (all while juggling the challenges of new motherhood). Rosamund also shares hilariou…

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SUTTON FOSTER — on being a showgirl at 17 and mothering herself 51:47

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Broadway powerhouse and “Younger” star Sutton Foster joins the show. Over a Parisian style omelet and nicoise salad, she tells me about starting her career with a lie, overcoming on-stage anxiety and growing up with an agoraphobic mother. This episode was recorded at Simonette at the Palihotel in Culver City, CA Want next week’s episode now? Subscr…

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A decades old Catalan musical may be ending its run, but its message still resonates today

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As the curtain rises on the musical “Mar i Cel,” it begins with an introductory history lesson. It’s the year 1609, and the king of Spain, in Madrid, issues a royal decree to deport the so-called Moriscos, the Spanish Muslims forcibly baptized and converted to Christianity. For centuries, medieval Spain had large Muslim and Jewish populations. But …

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Nature's Shapes - Dave Gorman, Sarah Hart and Thomas Woolley 42:27

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince unpick the hidden codes behind the shapes we see in nature with mathematicians Sarah Hart & Thomas Woolley and comedian Dave Gorman. The panel marvel at how evolution so often beats mathematicians to finding the most elegant solutions, after all, it’s had millennia to experiment. How do trees achieve the optimal distributio…

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Celia Imrie 1:10:57

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Content Warning: This episode includes discussions about eating disorders, which some listeners may find sensitive. Please explore other episodes if this isn’t the right one for you today. David Tennant sits down with actress and national treasure Celia Imrie. Celia discusses her incredible journey in the entertainment industry, sharing stories fro…

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TY BURRELL — on almost not getting the role of Phil Dunphy on ‘Modern Family’ and his family’s tip for evading the cops 48:19

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My ‘Modern Family’ brother-in-law, Ty Burrell joins the show. Over sandwiches and tater tots, Ty tells me about his grueling audition process for the role of Phil Dunphy, why ‘Modern Family’ fans recently assumed he was dead, and he teases an exciting new project with Bryan Cranston. This episode was recorded at an Airbnb in Sandy, UT. Food was pro…

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The Sound of Music - Brian Eno, Sam Bennett and Trevor Cox 42:43

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince explore the history of music recording, joined by acoustics professor Trevor Cox, music professor Sam Bennett and musician and producer Brian Eno. Together they guide us through the evolution of sound recording, a space in which technology hasn’t stood still since its advent in the mid-1800s. We hear the very first recognis…

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Stanley Tucci 1:12:43

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David Tennant sits down with Stanley Tucci - renowned actor, author, and food enthusiast - for a candid conversation about aging, his battle with cancer and his transition from Hollywood to No.1 Sunday Times best-selling author. Stanley shares the experiences that have shaped his life, including his passion for food, drink, and storytelling. A Sony…

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GAVIN ROSSDALE — on cooking for Serena Williams and being besties with Jack McBrayer 51:17

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Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale joins the show. Over black cod and monkfish soup, Gavin tells me cooking for Serena Williams on his TV show ‘Dinner with Gavin Rossdale’ (love the name!), his bestie Jack McBrayer, and I share a special thing we have in common (hint hint: it’s someplace we lived). This episode was recorded at Soban in LA’s Koreatown. Wa…

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Saturn v Jupiter - Katherine Parkinson, Paul Abel and Michele Dougherty 42:21

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Brian Cox and Robin Ince referee as Saturn and Jupiter square up to each other in a planetary face-off. Representing Team Saturn is space physicist Professor Michele Dougherty, and in the opposite corner is Dr Paul Abel on Team Jupiter. Katherine Parkinson judges this cosmic contest, casting the final vote to decide who will be awarded the coveted …