{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6310cebaae5d1300124c3544/69aed2740c0e36bec808d302?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Shirlie and Martin Kemp","description":"<p>This week on <em>The Midpoint</em> we’re doing things a little differently. Instead of the usual conversation with one guest, Gabby is joined by one of the most enduring couples in British showbusiness: Martin Kemp and Shirlie Kemp.</p><p><br></p><p>Martin, best known as the bassist in Spandau Ballet and for his acting career, and Shirlie, former member of the pop duo Pepsi &amp; Shirlie, have spent decades navigating fame, family life and the ups and downs that come with both.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, they talk openly about marriage, loyalty, and what it takes to grow together through life’s different chapters. From the intensity of their early pop careers to raising a family in the public eye and facing serious health challenges, Martin and Shirlie reflect on resilience, perspective and the strength that comes from partnership.</p><p><br></p><p>A warm, honest and often funny conversation about love, longevity and supporting each other through the many midpoints life throws our way.</p>","author_name":"Gabby Logan"}