Mad, Sad and Bad with Paloma Faith

Alan Carr joins me to talk about grief, losing a beloved pet, the breakdown of his marriage and the loneliness that came with everything changing at once.From dealing with heartbreak to finding his way through some of life's hardest moments, I'm revisiting this honest and emotional conversation as one of my favourite moments from Mad, Sad & Bad.Watch the full episode HERE: Credits:Producer: Jemima Rathbone Assistant Producer: Magda CassidyEdit Producer: Pippa BrownEditor: Shane O'ByrneVideo: Jake Ji & Grisha NikolskyVideo Editor: Joel SommazziOriginal music: BUTCH PIXYSocial Media: Laura CoughlanHead Marketing: Eleanore BamberExec Producer: Jemima RathboneExec Producers for Idle Industries: Dave Granger & Will MacdonaldSenior Exec Producer: Holly Newson

I’d be lying if I said I didn’t have a little bit of a crush on this week’s guest. The VERY handsome David Harewood! He’s one of Britain’s finest actors, but what I wasn’t expecting was quite how much this conversation would move me. David speaks so openly about experiencing psychosis, being sectioned and the devastating impact that racism throughout his life has had on his mental health. I was incredibly moved by his honesty, strength and courage in sharing such difficult experiences, but also by the hope he has for a new generation of Black talent who he hopes won't have to face the same struggles.We also talk about the heartbreaking loss of his best friend Lui, the realities of being a working actor and some of the rockiest moments in his career - from his first day on Homeland to the rather bizarre time he spent half a day working as a bailiff!!And here's something I genuinely couldn't believe… David is currently starring in Channel 4's new crime drama Pierre, and it's his FIRST EVER leading role. How is that possible?!Such an honest, moving and surprisingly uplifting chat. Thank you so much, David, for joining me!CREDITSProducer: Ross WhyattAssistant Producer: Lydia BrownellVideographers: Harry SawkinsAudio Engineer: Miles WhewaySenior Social Media Manager: Laura CoughlanProduction Manager: Archan MohilleProduction Coordinator: James CoxHead of Content: Ewan Newbigging-ListerWant your MAD, SAD or BAD dilemmas answered? Email us at msb@jampotproductions.co.uk#MadSadBad #PalomaFaith #DavidHarewood #MentalHealth #Psychosis #Homeland #GenerationalTrauma #Podcast

Katherine Ryan joins me to talk about whether she regrets any of her jokes, being compared to other comedians and where she stands on roast comedy.From the Cheryl Cole incident to balancing motherhood and a career in comedy, I’m revisiting this honest conversation as one of my favourite moments from Mad, Sad & Bad.Watch the full episode HERE: https://youtu.be/xoqc1A9olfUCredits: Producer: Jemima Rathbone Assistant Producer: Magda Cassidy Edit Producer: Pippa Brown Editor: Shane O’Byrne Video: Jake Ji & Grisha Nikolsky Video Editor: Josh Bennett Original music: BUTCH PIXY Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan Head Marketing: Eleanore Bamber Exec Producer: Jemima Rathbone Exec Producers for Idle Industries: Dave Granger & Will Macdonald Senior Exec Producer: Holly Newson

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!! 🎃👻🖤It’s my favourite time of the year and for our Halloween special, I’ve been joined by a REAL treat… Mr Mind Control himself, Derren Brown!You might know Derren for predicting the lottery or convincing someone they’d woken up in an apocalypse. I knew him as the man I thought had watched my Royal Variety performance in complete confusion. Turns out he actually enjoyed it, so we’re off to a good start!We talk about the things we bury and why they hold so much power, whether we can ever really know someone, and what scares a man who’s made a career out of messing with our minds. Derren also opens up about sexuality, religion and why a meaningful life needs a little sadness.And OF COURSE, it wouldn’t be a Halloween special without a few tricks and treats of our own… anyone for a zombie hunt?See Derren live in Only Human at London’s Apollo Theatre: https://london.derrenbrown.co.uk/ Credits: Producer: Ross Whyatt Assistant Producer: Lydia Brownell Videographers: Harry Sawkins and Lizzie McCarthy Audio Engineer: Miles Wheway Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan Production Manager: Archan Mohille Production Coordinator: James Cox Head of Content: Ewan Newbigging-Lister

Pam & Shanthi join me to talk about watching their children, Romesh and me, face public scrutiny, raising us as single parents and why they never warned us parenting was so difficult! From navigating infidelity with kids to the power of education, I’m revisiting this honest conversation as one of my favourite moments from Mad, Sad & Bad.Watch the full episode HERE:Exec Producer: Jemima RathboneProducer: Magda CassidyEdit Producer: Pippa BrownEditor: Shane O’ByrneVideo: Jake Ji & Lizzie McCarthyVideo Editor: Josh BennettSenior Social Media Manager: Laura CoughlanOriginal music: BUTCH PIXYExec Producers for Idle Industries: Dave Granger & Will Macdonald

People keep telling me Grace Campbell reminds them of me, which I’m taking as a HUGE compliment! She’s a North London legend, I’m an East London legend, so it was about time we met. I had a feeling we’d have plenty to talk about…Grace has made a career out of saying the things people are too embarrassed to say out loud, so naturally we got straight into it! We talk about unusual childhoods, being a politician’s daughter without the perks, and why sometimes the best thing you can do is turn your phone off and disappear for a bit.She also opens up about her abortion, the guilt of letting go and her experience of being stalked. An honest conversation about shame, relationships and finding your voice, with plenty of laughter along the way.PLUS, we’ve booked a dog psychic! Anita reads both our dogs, and you’ll be shocked by what they have to say.The amazing Grace Campbell, some very outspoken pets and absolutely no chance of a quiet afternoon. Enjoy!!!!#GRACECAMPBELL #PALOMAFAITH #MADSADBADFind out more about Clare’s Law (the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme) here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/domestic-violence-disclosure-scheme-pilot-guidance/domestic-violence-disclosure-scheme-accessiblehttps://www.aegpresents.co.uk/event/grace-campbell/—Find us on: Instagram / TikTok / YouTubeCredits:Producer: Ross WhyattAssistant Producer: Lydia BrownellVideographers: Harry Sawkins and Joe FerrariAudio Engineer: Joe RichardsonVideo editor: Ryan O’MearaSenior Social Media Manager: Laura CoughlanProduction Manager: Archan MohilleProduction Coordinator: James CoxHead of Content: Ewan Newbigging-Lister

We’ve shared so many unforgettable conversations on Mad, Sad & Bad, and I’m looking back at some of my favourite moments from the podcast.This time, I’m revisiting a conversation with the brilliant Leigh-Anne Pinnock. Leigh-Anne opens up about her love-hate relationship with social media, dealing with trolling and navigating life in the spotlight. We also talk about balancing motherhood to twins with wanting to give your career 100%, and the pressure of trying to do it all.Watch the full episode HERE. Credits: Producer: Jemima Rathbone Video: Grisha Nikolsky, Josh Bennett and Harry Sawkins Sound: Joe Richardson Edit producer: Rema Mukena Assistant Producer: Alex Reed Mix: Dan King Original music: BUTCH PIXY Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan Exec Producer for JamPot: Jemima Rathbone & Ewan Newbigging-Lister Exec Producers for Idle Industries: Dave Granger & Will Macdonald

You might know telly LEGEND Davina McCall from Big Brother, but I grew up working out to her fitness DVDs in my student flat, lifting tins of baked beans 😂This conversation had EVERYTHING! We got into her wild clubbing days and then sobriety to losing her sister Caroline, learning to start over and finding joy through life’s toughest moments.Davina opens up about an incredibly challenging couple of years, from discovering a brain tumour and undergoing surgery to then being diagnosed with breast cancer. We talk about grief, self-compassion and the importance of checking your boobs (or breast tissue!), going to your mammograms and speaking up about your health.PLUS, my mum joins us to share her own experience of breast cancer. It’s an emotional one, but there’s plenty of laughter, love and a little bit of disco along the way.A really special episode with an important message. ❤️ Enjoy!!!!#DAVINAMCCALL #PALOMAFAITH #MADSADBADThis episode is part of Going Big for Boobs, a collaboration between Paloma Faith, JamPot Productions, Candy Kittens and breast cancer awareness charity CoppaFeel! Take a Moment for You. Feel. Look. Check.This October, Candy Kittens & JamPot is going Big for Boobs - teaming up with Paloma Faith and CoppaFeel!, the UK's only breast cancer awareness charity for young people, to turn checking your chest into something you actually remember to do. Text 'CHECK' to 82228 for your free monthly reminder.Find our limited-edition Wild Strawberry and Treets charity packs in all major retailers and online. Every bag you buy helps raise awareness and donates towards the fight against breast cancer, so your sweet treat goes even further. Then visit CoppaFeel.org to get to know your chest. Taking a moment to check could save your life.https://coppafeel.org/Find us on: Instagram / TikTok / YouTubeCredits:Producer: Ross WhyattAssistant Producer: Lydia BrownellVideographers: Harry Sawkins and Joe FerrariAudio Engineer: Joe RichardsonVideo editor: Ryan O'MearaSenior Social Media Manager: Laura CoughlanProduction Manager: Archan MohilleProduction Coordinator: James CoxHead of Content: Ewan Newbigging-Lister

We’ve shared so many unforgettable conversations on Mad, Sad & Bad, and I’m looking back at some of my favourite moments from the podcast.This time, I’m revisiting a conversation with the wonderful Richard E. Grant. Richard opens up about the devastating loss of his beloved wife, Joan, and what it means to live with grief. An honest, deeply moving moment that has stayed with me.Watch the full episode HERE.Credits:Producer: Emilia GillAssistant Producer: Alex ReedVideo: Harry Sawkins, Jake Ji & Lizzie McCarthySound: Rafi Amsili GeovannettiOriginal music: BUTCH PIXYSenior Social Media Manager: Laura CoughlanExec Producer for JamPot: Ewan Newbigging-ListerExec Producers for Idle Industries: Dave Granger & Will Macdonald