Grounded With Louis Theroux

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1. Jon Ronson2020042720200509 (R4)
20200506 (R4)
In Grounded with Louis Theroux, Louis's using the lockdown to track down some high-profile people he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

Louis speaks to writer and documentary-maker Jon Ronson, who is grounded in upstate New York. They discuss their professional rivalry, inhabiting similar worlds and how Jon is handling the lockdown.

Produced by Paul Kobrak

A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis speaks to writer and documentary-maker Jon Ronson, who is grounded in New York.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

In Grounded with Louis Theroux, Louis's using the lockdown to track down some high-profile people he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

Louis speaks to writer and documentary-maker Jon Ronson, who is grounded in upstate New York. They discuss their professional rivalry, inhabiting similar worlds and how Jon is handling the lockdown.

Produced by Paul Kobrak

A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis speaks to writer and documentary-maker Jon Ronson, who is grounded in New York.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

10. Chris O'dowd2020062920200909 (R4)
20200912 (R4)
In Grounded with Louis Theroux, Louis's using the lockdown to track down some high-profile people he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

In this episode, Louis speaks to actor, comedian and good friend, Chris O'Dowd, who is locked down in LA. Chris talks about singing Imagine in a viral video, getting into fights and pretending to be bitten by a dog.

Produced by Paul Kobrak

A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis speaks to actor and comedian Chris O'Dowd.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

11. Michaela Coel20201130Covid-19 hasn't gone away and, due to travel restrictions, neither has Louis Theroux. In the second outing of his podcast series, he tracks down more high-profile guests he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious. They include Oscar-winning Hollywood director Oliver Ston
12. Sia20201207

Covid-19 hasn't gone away and, due to travel restrictions, neither has Louis Theroux. In the second outing of his podcast series, he tracks down more high-profile guests he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

In the second episode of the new series, singer-songwriter Sia talks to Louis Theroux about being catapulted to superstardom, the Aussie drinking holes of West London and her lockdown addiction to reality TV. Plus Louis gets the chance to sing Sia some of her most famous song

13. Rylan Clark-Neal2020121420201223 (R4)

Covid-19 hasn't gone away and, due to travel restrictions, neither has Louis Theroux. In the second outing of his podcast series, he tracks down more high-profile guests he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

In this episode, television and radio presenter Rylan Clark-Neal settles down in his personal Big Brother diary room to talk to Louis about modelling his own home on the Big Brother house, crying onstage in front of millions and how one of Louis's documentaries ignited his teenage sexuality.

**This podcast was recorded and first published prior to Rylan's divorce in 2021.**

Produced by Sara Jane Hall
Assistant Producer: Catherine Murnane
A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis speaks to TV and radio presenter Rylan Clark-Neal.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

13. Rylan Clark-Neal2020121420201226 (R4)

Covid-19 hasn't gone away and, due to travel restrictions, neither has Louis Theroux. In the second outing of his podcast series, he tracks down more high-profile guests he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

In this episode, television and radio presenter Rylan Clark-Neal settles down in his personal Big Brother diary room to talk to Louis about modelling his own home on the Big Brother house, crying onstage in front of millions and how one of Louis's documentaries ignited his teenage sexuality.

**This podcast was recorded and first published prior to Rylan's divorce in 2021.**

Produced by Sara Jane Hall
Assistant Producer: Catherine Murnane
A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis speaks to TV and radio presenter Rylan Clark-Neal.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

14. Ruby Wax2020122120201230 (R4)

Covid-19 hasn't gone away and, due to travel restrictions, neither has Louis Theroux. In the second outing of his podcast series, he tracks down more high-profile guests he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

Calling in from an eco-village in Scotland, comedian, writer and mental-health campaigner Ruby Wax speaks to Louis about spending time with Donald Trump, turning her back on television and how the sight of Louis's face put Ruby off her food.

Producer: Paul Kobrak
Assistant Producer: Catherine Murnane
A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis speaks to comedian, writer and mental-health campaigner Ruby Wax.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

14. Ruby Wax2020122120210102 (R4)

Covid-19 hasn't gone away and, due to travel restrictions, neither has Louis Theroux. In the second outing of his podcast series, he tracks down more high-profile guests he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

Calling in from an eco-village in Scotland, comedian, writer and mental-health campaigner Ruby Wax speaks to Louis about spending time with Donald Trump, turning her back on television and how the sight of Louis's face put Ruby off her food.

Producer: Paul Kobrak
Assistant Producer: Catherine Murnane
A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis speaks to comedian, writer and mental-health campaigner Ruby Wax.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

15. Frankie Boyle2020122820210106 (R4)

Covid-19 hasn't gone away and, due to travel restrictions, neither has Louis Theroux.

In the second outing of his podcast series, Louis tracks down more high-profile guests he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

In the latest episode, comedian and writer Frankie Boyle chats with Louis about growing up in Glasgow and discovering alcohol as a teenager. They also discuss whether cancel culture exists and the role that tabloid newspapers play in public outrage.

Produced by Sara Jane Hall
Assistant Producer: Catherine Murnane

A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis speaks to comedian and writer Frankie Boyle.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

15. Frankie Boyle2020122820210109 (R4)

Covid-19 hasn't gone away and, due to travel restrictions, neither has Louis Theroux.

In the second outing of his podcast series, Louis tracks down more high-profile guests he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

In the latest episode, comedian and writer Frankie Boyle chats with Louis about growing up in Glasgow and discovering alcohol as a teenager. They also discuss whether cancel culture exists and the role that tabloid newspapers play in public outrage.

Produced by Sara Jane Hall
Assistant Producer: Catherine Murnane

A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis speaks to comedian and writer Frankie Boyle.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

16. Oliver Stone2021010420210116 (R4)

Covid-19 hasn't gone away and, due to travel restrictions, neither has Louis Theroux. In the second outing of his podcast series, he tracks down more high-profile guests he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

In this episode, multi award-winning film director Oliver Stone talks to Louis about surviving Vietnam, using Scarface to kick his drug addiction and who he thinks has been the worst US President.

Producer: Paul Kobrak
Assistant Producer: Catherine Murnane
A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis speaks to film director Oliver Stone.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

17. Riz Ahmed2021011120210123 (R4)

Covid-19 hasn't gone away and, due to travel restrictions, neither has Louis Theroux. In the second outing of his podcast series, he tracks down more high-profile guests he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

Calling in from Oakland, California as the UK enters another lockdown, actor and director Riz Ahmed chats with Louis about rap battles, his relationship with the UK and the joy of daytime raves.

Producer: Sara Jane Hall
Assistant Producer: Molly Schneider

A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis speaks to actor Riz Ahmed.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

18. Leah Remini2021011820210130 (R4)

Covid-19 hasn't gone away and, due to travel restrictions, neither has Louis Theroux. In the second outing of his podcast series, he tracks down more high-profile guests he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

Emmy Award winning actor and TV presenter Leah Remini talks to Louis Theroux about life in the Church of Scientology and her reasons for leaving.

Producer: Paul Kobrak
Assistant Producers: Catherine Murnane and Molly Schneider

Louis speaks to actor and ex-Scientologist Leah Remini.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

19. FKA twigs2021012520210206 (R4)

Covid-19 hasn't gone away and, due to travel restrictions, neither has Louis Theroux. In the second outing of his podcast series, he tracks down more high-profile guests he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

In the latest episode, Louis has a remote conversation with musician and actor Tahliah Debrett Barnett, better know as FKA twigs. They discuss being trolled online and her love for Adam Ant and Shakespears Sister. Twigs also speaks out about her relationship with Shia LaBeouf.

Producer: Paul Kobrak
Assistant Producers: Catherine Murnane and Molly Schneider

A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis Theroux speaks to musician and actor FKA twigs.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

2. Boy George2020050420200513 (R4)
20200516 (R4)
Louis is using the lockdown to track down some high-profile people he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

In this episode, he speaks to singer and musician, George O'Dowd aka Boy George, who has chosen to lockdown in London rather than Australia. They discuss growing up in the 70s, losing his virginity and a surprise appearance in the A-Team.

A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis speaks to singer and musician Boy George, who is spending his lockdown in London.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

20. Justin Theroux2021020120210213 (R4)

Covid-19 hasn't gone away and, due to travel restrictions, neither has Louis Theroux. In the second outing of his podcast series, he tracks down more high-profile guests he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

In the last episode of the series, Louis catches up with actor, writer and director Justin Theroux - who also happens to be Louis's cousin. With Justin in Mexico and Louis in Texas, they discuss family holidays in Cape Cod, ADHD and the perils of fighting with rocks. .

Producer: Sara Jane Hall

Assistant Producer: Molly Schneider

A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis Theroux catches up with actor - and cousin - Justin Theroux.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

3. Helena Bonham Carter2020051120200520 (R4)
20200523 (R4)
Louis is using the lockdown to track down some high-profile people he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

In this episode, he speaks to actor Helena Bonham Carter, who is in lockdown in London. They discuss going to the same school, handling criticism and working with your significant other.

Louis speaks to actor Helena Bonham Carter about her life and career.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

4. Lenny Henry2020051820200527 (R4)
20200530 (R4)
Louis is using the lockdown to track down some high-profile people he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

Louis speaks to Sir Lenworth George Henry, better known as comedian, campaigner and actor Lenny Henry. Lenny discusses racism in the UK, his relationship with his mother and disco ‘snog tracks'.

Louis speaks to comedian, campaigner and actor Lenny Henry.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

5. Rose Mcgowan2020052520200603 (R4)
20200606 (R4)
In Grounded with Louis Theroux, Louis's using the lockdown to track down some high-profile people he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

This week, Louis speaks to actor, musician and activist Rose McGowan, who is spending lockdown in Mexico. They discuss the mysterious powers of dogs, growing up in a cult and taking on Harvey Weinstein.

Produced by Paul Kobrak

A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis speaks to actor, musician and activist Rose McGowan, who is in lockdown in Mexico.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

6. Ksi2020060120200812 (R4)
20200815 (R4)
In Grounded with Louis Theroux, Louis is using the lockdown to track down some high-profile people he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

In this episode, Louis speaks to YouTube star, rapper and boxer, KSI. They discuss being an outsider at school, his fear of losing and internet beef.

Produced by Paul Kobrak

A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

7. Miriam Margolyes2020060820200819 (R4)
20200822 (R4)
In Grounded with Louis Theroux, Louis's using the lockdown to track down some high-profile people he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

in this episode, Louis speaks to actor and documentary-maker, Miriam Margolyes. In a wide-ranging and provocative conversation, they discuss sexuality, anti-Semitism in the UK and her hatred of housework.

Produced by Paul Kobrak

A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

8. Troy Deeney2020061520200826 (R4)
20200829 (R4)
In Grounded with Louis Theroux, Louis's using the lockdown to track down some high-profile people he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

In this episode, the guest is footballer and Watford FC captain, Troy Deeney. Troy tells Louis about growing up on one of the biggest council estates in Europe, his time in prison and the reason he won't fix his teeth.

Produced by Paul Kobrak

A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis speaks to footballer and captain of Watford FC, Troy Deeney.

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.

9. Gail Porter2020062220200902 (R4)
20200905 (R4)
In Grounded with Louis Theroux, Louis's using the lockdown to track down some high-profile people he's been longing to talk to - a fascinating mix of the celebrated, the controversial and the mysterious.

In this episode, Louis speaks to television presenter and mental health campaigner Gail Porter. Gail discusses 90s lad culture, having her naked image projected onto the Houses of Parliament, and trying to contact the dead.

Produced by Paul Kobrak

A Mindhouse production for BBC Radio 4

Louis is using the lockdown to track down some of the people he's been longing to talk to.