Joe Lycett's Obsessions

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Episode

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Katherine Ryan And Greg James

20180719

20180726 (BBC7)
20180727 (BBC7)
20220824 (BBC7)
20220825 (BBC7)
20250318 (BBC7)
20220817 (R4)

Joe Lycett explores the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests. Joining Joe on the sofa this week, comedian Katherine Ryan shares her love of the Kardashians, whilst Radio 1 DJ Greg James introduces Joe to the world of cricket. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Mattie Faint the curator of The Clown Gallery and Museum.

Joe Lycett's Obsessions was written and performed by Joe Lycett, with material from James Kettle and additional material from Laura Major and Mike Shepherd. The production coordinator was Hayley Sterling. The producer was Suzy Grant and it was a BBC Studios production.

Joe Lycett welcomes Katherine Ryan and Greg James to share their secret obsessions.

Joining Joe are comedian Katherine Ryan who shares her love of the Kardashians, whilst Radio 1 DJ Greg James introduces Joe to the world of cricket.

Plus he meets VOP (very obsessed person), Mattie Faint - the curator of The Clown Gallery and Museum.

A BBC Studios production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in July 2018.

Joe Lycett welcomes Katherine Ryan, Greg James and members of the public to share their secret obsessions. From 2018.

Produced by Suzy Grant.

[LISTEN NOW]

Janice Connolly And Nick Owen

20180726

20180802 (BBC7)
20180803 (BBC7)
20220831 (BBC7)
20220901 (BBC7)
20250325 (BBC7)
20220824 (R4)

Joe Lycett explores the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests, this week recorded in Birmingham. Joining Joe on the sofa this episode, comedian Janice Connolly shares her collection of de-cluttering books, whilst broadcasting legend Nick Owen introduces Joe to Luton Town FC. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Liz West a Guinness World record holding Spice Girls memorabilia collector.

Joe Lycett welcomes Janice Connolly and Nick Owen to share their secret obsessions.

Joining Joe on the sofa in Birmingham:

Plus he meets VOP (very obsessed person), Liz West a Guinness World record holding Spice Girls memorabilia collector.

A BBC Studios production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in July 2018.

Joe Lycett welcomes comedian Janice Connolly, broadcaster Nick Owen and a Spice Girls memorabilia collector. From 2018.

Joining Joe on the sofa in Birmingham this week, comedian Janice Connolly shares her collection of decluttering books, whilst broadcasting legend Nick Owen introduces Joe to Luton Town FC.

Produced by Suzy Grant.

[LISTEN NOW]

Angela Barnes And Adam Kay

20180802

20180809 (BBC7)
20180810 (BBC7)
20220914 (BBC7)
20220915 (BBC7)
20250401 (BBC7)
20220907 (R4)

Joe Lycett chats to guests and the public about their obsessions and guilty pleasures.

Joe Lycett explores the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests.

Joining Joe on the sofa this week, comedian Angela Barnes and author and performer Adam Kay.

Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions.

With material from James Kettle and additional material from Laura Major and Mike Shepherd.

A BBC Studios production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in July 2018.

Joe Lycett welcomes Angela Barnes and Adam Kay to share their secret obsessions.

Joe Lycett welcomes comedian Angela Barnes and author and performer Adam Kay. Plus, the public's secret passions. From 2018.

[LISTEN NOW]

04 LAST

Lloyd Griffith And June Sarpong

20180809

20180816 (BBC7)
20180817 (BBC7)
20220921 (BBC7)
20220922 (BBC7)
20250408 (BBC7)

Joe Lycett explores the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests. Joining Joe on the sofa this week, comedian Lloyd Griffith shares his love of fire engines, whilst broadcaster June Sarpong reveals her obsession with hula hooping. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Viktor Wynd who shows Joe a selection of his museum of curiosities.

Joe Lycett welcomes Lloyd Griffith and June Sarpong to share their secret obsessions.

Produced by Suzy Grant.

A BBC Studios production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in August 2018.

Joe Lycett welcomes comedian Lloyd Griffith and broadcaster June Sarpong. Plus, the public's secret passions. From 2018.

[LISTEN NOW]

Clara Amfo And Carol Kirkwood

20200108

20200115 (BBC7)
20200116 (BBC7)
20240604 (BBC7)
20260502 (BBC7)
20240528 (R4)

Joe Lycett's second series, exploring the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests.

Joining him on the sofa is weather presenter Carol Kirkwood, who shares her obsession with a cat called Donald, whilst Radio 1 DJ Clara Amfo reveals her love of trainers.

Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Paul Fraine, who introduces Joe to the world of Live Action Role Play.

With material from James Kettle and additional material from Catherine Brinkworth and Kat Sadler.

Produced by Suzy Grant.

Carol Kirkwood and Clara Amfo join Joe on the sofa.

Weather presenter Carol Kirkwood shares her cat obsession and presenter Clara Amfo reveals her love of trainers. From 2020.

Joe Lycett returns for a second series, exploring the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests. Joining Joe on the sofa this week, weather presenter Carol Kirkwood shares her obsession with a cat called Donald, whilst Radio 1 DJ Clara Amfo reveals her love of trainers. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Paul Fraine, who introduces Joe to the world of Live Action Role Play.

Joe Lycett's Obsessions was written and performed by Joe Lycett, with material from James Kettle and additional material from Catherine Brinkworth and Kat Sadler. The production coordinator was Damilola Mabadeje. The producer was Suzy Grant and it was a BBC Studios Audio production.

Joining Joe on the sofa in this episode is Carol Kirkwood and Clara Amfo.

Joe Lycett returns with a second series exploring the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions.

He's joined by a selection of famous and not-so-famous guests.

Joining him on the sofa is BBC weather presenter Carol Kirkwood, who shares her obsession with a cat called Donald, whilst BBC Radio 1 DJ Clara Amfo reveals her love of trainers.

And meet this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Paul Fraine, who introduces Joe to the world of Live Action Role Play.

[LISTEN NOW]

Nina Wadia And Elis James

20200115

20200122 (BBC7)
20200123 (BBC7)
20240611 (BBC7)
20260509 (BBC7)
20240604 (R4)

Joe Lycett returns to explore the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests. Joining Joe on the sofa this week, actress Nina Wadia shares her love of driving holidays, whilst comedian Elis James reveals his obsession with Welsh football shirts. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Paul Jordan, who has a PHD in Eurovision.

Joe is joined by Nina Wadia and Elis James as they share their obsessions.

Nina Wadia and Elis James join Joe Lycett to share their obsessions.

Joe Lycett is joined by actress Nina Wadia and comedian Elis James as they share their own personal obsessions.

Joining Joe on the sofa is actress Nina Wadia who shares her love of driving holidays, whilst comedian Elis James reveals his obsession with Welsh football shirts. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Paul Jordan, who has a PHD in Eurovision.

Nina Wadia and Elis James join Joe to share their obsessions.

Joe Lycett is joined by actress Nina Wadia and comedian Elis James as they share their own personal obsessions. From 2020.

[LISTEN NOW]

Chelsea Norris And Jack Carroll

20200122

20200129 (BBC7)
20200130 (BBC7)
20240618 (BBC7)
20260516 (BBC7)
20240611 (R4)

Joe Lycett returns to explore the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests, recorded in Manchester. Joining Joe on the sofa this week, BBC Manchester presenter Chelsea Norris shares her love of boxing, whilst comedian Jack Carroll reveals his obsession with the TV show The Sopranos'. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Alex Bidolak, who through his love of Lego became an official Master Model Builder.

Joe is joined by Chelsea Norris and Jack Carroll.

Recorded in Manchester, Joe Lycett is joined by BBC Manchester presenter Chelsea Norris and comedian Jack Carroll as they share their own personal obsessions.

Joining Joe on the sofa this week, BBC Manchester presenter Chelsea Norris shares her love of boxing, whilst Jack Carroll reveals his obsession with the TV show ‘The Sopranos'.

Joe is joined by presenter Chelsea Norris and comedian Jack Carroll to share obsessions.

Joe Lycett is joined by presenter Chelsea Norris and comedian Jack Carroll as they share personal obsessions. From 2020.

[LISTEN NOW]

04 LAST

Mary Berry And Holly Walsh

20200129

20200205 (BBC7)
20200206 (BBC7)
20240709 (R4)

Joe Lycett returns to explore the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests. Joining Joe on the sofa this week, national treasure Mary Berry shares her love of her dog Darcy, whilst comedian Holly Walsh reveals her obsession with badgers. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Lucy Harper, a YouTube ASMR artists.

~Joe Lycett's Obsessions was written and performed by Joe Lycett, with material from James Kettle and additional material from Catherine Brinkworth and Kat Sadler. The production coordinator was Damilola Mabadeje. The producer was Suzy Grant and it was a BBC Studios Audio production.

Joe is joined by Mary Berry and Holly Walsh.

Joe Lycett is joined by national treasure Mary Berry and comedian Holly Walsh as they share their own personal obsessions.

Episodes

Series	Episode	Title	First Broadcast	Repeated	Comments
01	01	Katherine Ryan And Greg James	20180719	20180726 (BBC7) 20180727 (BBC7) 20220824 (BBC7) 20220825 (BBC7) 20250318 (BBC7) 20220817 (R4)	Joe Lycett explores the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests. Joining Joe on the sofa this week, comedian Katherine Ryan shares her love of the Kardashians, whilst Radio 1 DJ Greg James introduces Joe to the world of cricket. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Mattie Faint the curator of The Clown Gallery and Museum. Joe Lycett's Obsessions was written and performed by Joe Lycett, with material from James Kettle and additional material from Laura Major and Mike Shepherd. The production coordinator was Hayley Sterling. The producer was Suzy Grant and it was a BBC Studios production. Joe Lycett welcomes Katherine Ryan and Greg James to share their secret obsessions. Joining Joe are comedian Katherine Ryan who shares her love of the Kardashians, whilst Radio 1 DJ Greg James introduces Joe to the world of cricket. Plus he meets VOP (very obsessed person), Mattie Faint - the curator of The Clown Gallery and Museum. A BBC Studios production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in July 2018. Joe Lycett welcomes Katherine Ryan, Greg James and members of the public to share their secret obsessions. From 2018. Produced by Suzy Grant. [LISTEN NOW]
01	02	Janice Connolly And Nick Owen	20180726	20180802 (BBC7) 20180803 (BBC7) 20220831 (BBC7) 20220901 (BBC7) 20250325 (BBC7) 20220824 (R4)	Joe Lycett explores the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests, this week recorded in Birmingham. Joining Joe on the sofa this episode, comedian Janice Connolly shares her collection of de-cluttering books, whilst broadcasting legend Nick Owen introduces Joe to Luton Town FC. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Liz West a Guinness World record holding Spice Girls memorabilia collector. Joe Lycett's Obsessions was written and performed by Joe Lycett, with material from James Kettle and additional material from Laura Major and Mike Shepherd. The production coordinator was Hayley Sterling. The producer was Suzy Grant and it was a BBC Studios production. Joe Lycett welcomes Janice Connolly and Nick Owen to share their secret obsessions. Joining Joe on the sofa in Birmingham: Plus he meets VOP (very obsessed person), Liz West a Guinness World record holding Spice Girls memorabilia collector. A BBC Studios production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in July 2018. Joe Lycett welcomes comedian Janice Connolly, broadcaster Nick Owen and a Spice Girls memorabilia collector. From 2018. Joining Joe on the sofa in Birmingham this week, comedian Janice Connolly shares her collection of decluttering books, whilst broadcasting legend Nick Owen introduces Joe to Luton Town FC. Produced by Suzy Grant. [LISTEN NOW]
01	03	Angela Barnes And Adam Kay	20180802	20180809 (BBC7) 20180810 (BBC7) 20220914 (BBC7) 20220915 (BBC7) 20250401 (BBC7) 20220907 (R4)	Joe Lycett chats to guests and the public about their obsessions and guilty pleasures. Joe Lycett explores the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests. Joining Joe on the sofa this week, comedian Angela Barnes and author and performer Adam Kay. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions. With material from James Kettle and additional material from Laura Major and Mike Shepherd. A BBC Studios production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in July 2018. Joe Lycett welcomes Angela Barnes and Adam Kay to share their secret obsessions. Joe Lycett welcomes comedian Angela Barnes and author and performer Adam Kay. Plus, the public's secret passions. From 2018. [LISTEN NOW]
01	04 LAST	Lloyd Griffith And June Sarpong	20180809	20180816 (BBC7) 20180817 (BBC7) 20220921 (BBC7) 20220922 (BBC7) 20250408 (BBC7)	Joe Lycett explores the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests. Joining Joe on the sofa this week, comedian Lloyd Griffith shares his love of fire engines, whilst broadcaster June Sarpong reveals her obsession with hula hooping. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Viktor Wynd who shows Joe a selection of his museum of curiosities. Joe Lycett's Obsessions was written and performed by Joe Lycett, with material from James Kettle and additional material from Laura Major and Mike Shepherd. The production coordinator was Hayley Sterling. The producer was Suzy Grant and it was a BBC Studios production. Joe Lycett welcomes Lloyd Griffith and June Sarpong to share their secret obsessions. Produced by Suzy Grant. A BBC Studios production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in August 2018. Joe Lycett welcomes comedian Lloyd Griffith and broadcaster June Sarpong. Plus, the public's secret passions. From 2018. [LISTEN NOW]
02	01	Clara Amfo And Carol Kirkwood	20200108	20200115 (BBC7) 20200116 (BBC7) 20240604 (BBC7) 20260502 (BBC7) 20240528 (R4)	Joe Lycett's second series, exploring the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests. Joining him on the sofa is weather presenter Carol Kirkwood, who shares her obsession with a cat called Donald, whilst Radio 1 DJ Clara Amfo reveals her love of trainers. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Paul Fraine, who introduces Joe to the world of Live Action Role Play. With material from James Kettle and additional material from Catherine Brinkworth and Kat Sadler. Produced by Suzy Grant. Carol Kirkwood and Clara Amfo join Joe on the sofa. Weather presenter Carol Kirkwood shares her cat obsession and presenter Clara Amfo reveals her love of trainers. From 2020. Joe Lycett returns for a second series, exploring the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests. Joining Joe on the sofa this week, weather presenter Carol Kirkwood shares her obsession with a cat called Donald, whilst Radio 1 DJ Clara Amfo reveals her love of trainers. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Paul Fraine, who introduces Joe to the world of Live Action Role Play. Joe Lycett's Obsessions was written and performed by Joe Lycett, with material from James Kettle and additional material from Catherine Brinkworth and Kat Sadler. The production coordinator was Damilola Mabadeje. The producer was Suzy Grant and it was a BBC Studios Audio production. Joining Joe on the sofa in this episode is Carol Kirkwood and Clara Amfo. Joe Lycett returns with a second series exploring the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions. He's joined by a selection of famous and not-so-famous guests. Joining him on the sofa is BBC weather presenter Carol Kirkwood, who shares her obsession with a cat called Donald, whilst BBC Radio 1 DJ Clara Amfo reveals her love of trainers. And meet this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Paul Fraine, who introduces Joe to the world of Live Action Role Play. [LISTEN NOW]
02	02	Nina Wadia And Elis James	20200115	20200122 (BBC7) 20200123 (BBC7) 20240611 (BBC7) 20260509 (BBC7) 20240604 (R4)	Joe Lycett returns to explore the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests. Joining Joe on the sofa this week, actress Nina Wadia shares her love of driving holidays, whilst comedian Elis James reveals his obsession with Welsh football shirts. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Paul Jordan, who has a PHD in Eurovision. Joe Lycett's Obsessions was written and performed by Joe Lycett, with material from James Kettle and additional material from Catherine Brinkworth and Kat Sadler. The production coordinator was Damilola Mabadeje. The producer was Suzy Grant and it was a BBC Studios Audio production. Joe is joined by Nina Wadia and Elis James as they share their obsessions. Nina Wadia and Elis James join Joe Lycett to share their obsessions. Joe Lycett is joined by actress Nina Wadia and comedian Elis James as they share their own personal obsessions. Joining Joe on the sofa is actress Nina Wadia who shares her love of driving holidays, whilst comedian Elis James reveals his obsession with Welsh football shirts. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Paul Jordan, who has a PHD in Eurovision. Nina Wadia and Elis James join Joe to share their obsessions. Joe Lycett is joined by actress Nina Wadia and comedian Elis James as they share their own personal obsessions. From 2020. [LISTEN NOW]
02	03	Chelsea Norris And Jack Carroll	20200122	20200129 (BBC7) 20200130 (BBC7) 20240618 (BBC7) 20260516 (BBC7) 20240611 (R4)	Joe Lycett returns to explore the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests, recorded in Manchester. Joining Joe on the sofa this week, BBC Manchester presenter Chelsea Norris shares her love of boxing, whilst comedian Jack Carroll reveals his obsession with the TV show The Sopranos'. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Alex Bidolak, who through his love of Lego became an official Master Model Builder. Joe Lycett's Obsessions was written and performed by Joe Lycett, with material from James Kettle and additional material from Catherine Brinkworth and Kat Sadler. The production coordinator was Damilola Mabadeje. The producer was Suzy Grant and it was a BBC Studios Audio production. Joe is joined by Chelsea Norris and Jack Carroll. Recorded in Manchester, Joe Lycett is joined by BBC Manchester presenter Chelsea Norris and comedian Jack Carroll as they share their own personal obsessions. Joining Joe on the sofa this week, BBC Manchester presenter Chelsea Norris shares her love of boxing, whilst Jack Carroll reveals his obsession with the TV show ‘The Sopranos'. Joe is joined by presenter Chelsea Norris and comedian Jack Carroll to share obsessions. Joe Lycett is joined by presenter Chelsea Norris and comedian Jack Carroll as they share personal obsessions. From 2020. [LISTEN NOW]
02	04 LAST	Mary Berry And Holly Walsh	20200129	20200205 (BBC7) 20200206 (BBC7) 20240709 (R4)	Joe Lycett returns to explore the nation's weird and wonderful obsessions by getting to know a selection of famous and not so famous guests. Joining Joe on the sofa this week, national treasure Mary Berry shares her love of her dog Darcy, whilst comedian Holly Walsh reveals her obsession with badgers. Joe also welcomes members of the public to share their secret passions, as well as this week's VOP (very obsessed person), Lucy Harper, a YouTube ASMR artists. ~Joe Lycett's Obsessions was written and performed by Joe Lycett, with material from James Kettle and additional material from Catherine Brinkworth and Kat Sadler. The production coordinator was Damilola Mabadeje. The producer was Suzy Grant and it was a BBC Studios Audio production. Joe is joined by Mary Berry and Holly Walsh. Joe Lycett is joined by national treasure Mary Berry and comedian Holly Walsh as they share their own personal obsessions.