Headliners with Nihal Arthanayake

Nihal Arthanayake presents in-depth interviews with headline guests across entertainment, sport, culture and politics.

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Emma Nagouse and Dan Smith
Historian Emma Nagouse and Bastille's Dan Smith join Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
29 Dec 2024,61 mins
Billy Billingham
TV's most decorated SAS leader joins Nihal for an in-depth chat.
22 Dec 2024,58 mins
Paul Chowdhry
UK comedy legend Paul Chowdhry joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
18 Dec 2024,57 mins
Steven Frayne
The magician formerly known as Dynamo joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
15 Dec 2024,59 mins
Modi Rosenfeld
The Israeli-US comedian joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
08 Dec 2024,49 mins
Alex James
Bassist, farmer and festival promoter, Alex James joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation
08 Dec 2024,49 mins
Vikkstar
Online sensation and businessman, Vikkstar, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
01 Dec 2024,59 mins
Bobby Gillespie
The Primal Scream singer joins Nihal for an in-depth chat.
01 Dec 2024,53 mins
Lindsey Stirling
The celebrated US violinist joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
24 Nov 2024,52 mins
The Buckleys
James and Clair Buckley join Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
24 Nov 2024,54 mins
Richard Dormer
The Belfast-born actor and star of Game of Thrones joins Nihal for an in-depth chat.
20 Nov 2024,51 mins
Craig David
Artist, DJ, national treasure, Craig David joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
17 Nov 2024,56 mins
Tears for Fears
Roland and Curt from the legendary UK group join Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
10 Nov 2024,55 mins
Sir Trevor McDonald
One of the most iconic broadcasters of our time joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
10 Nov 2024,63 mins
Sunil Amrith
The celebrated author and historian joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
03 Nov 2024,52 mins
James Blunt
The multi-million selling singer-songwriter joins Nihal for an in-depth chat.
03 Nov 2024,60 mins
Oliver Burkeman
Author and journalist Oliver Burkeman joins Nihal for an in-depth chat.
27 Oct 2024,55 mins
Shazia Mirza
The comedy legend and SAS: Who Dares Wins veteran joins Nihal for an in-depth chat.
20 Oct 2024,56 mins
Nick Mohammed
Ted Lasso star, Nick Mohammed joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
13 Oct 2024,56 mins
Dawn O'Porter
Writer and self-styled cat lady, Dawn O'Porter, joins Nihal for an in-depth chat.
13 Oct 2024,58 mins
Adam Kay
The best-selling author on becoming a Dad and being a Jewish man in the current climate.
06 Oct 2024,57 mins
Helen Glover
Gold medal winning rower Helen Glover joins Nihal for an in-depth discussion.
06 Oct 2024,55 mins
Alexis Ffrench
Classical music sensation, Alexis Ffrench, joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
29 Sep 2024,65 mins
Dina Asher-Smith
The fastest British woman in history joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
29 Sep 2024,63 mins
Candice Brathwaite
Best-selling author Candice Brathwaite joins Nihal for an in-depth interview.
22 Sep 2024,44 mins
Jimmy Akingbola
Fresh Prince actor Jimmy Akingbola joins Nihal for an in-depth conversation.
22 Sep 2024,48 mins
Cush Jumbo
Nihal Arthanayake speaks to actor Cush Jumbo.
15 Sep 2024,56 mins
Stewart Lee
Nihal Arthanayake speaks to Stewart Lee, his first guest in a new series of Headliners.
15 Sep 2024,52 mins
Gabby Logan
Iconic sports presenter, Gabby Logan, speaks to Gordon Smart.
05 Aug 2024,59 mins
Jon Bon Jovi
Jon Bon Jovi speaks to Nihal Arthanayake
27 Jun 2024,43 mins