It's CHRISSSSSTMAAAAAAAASSSSSSS! Who else could we offer you as a delight from our almost 500 shows of back catalogue... than Mr Christmas himself, Noddy Holder! Can we also take this opportunity to say thank you. We never take your loyalty or your downloads for granted. As we enter the SEVENTH year of White Wine Question Time we're forever grateful for your company whether you've been with us since 2019 or you're new to the pod. Merry Christmas from the whole WWQT team, we're excited about what 2026 will bring and we hope you are too. Cheers! xx

Something from the Christmas Cellar: Noddy Holder

Merry Christmas! As promised here's the second of three festive treats. Whilst Kylie Minogue may have landed the Christmas Number One - the most surprising entry in the running for top of the pops this year was Denise Welch. It marks the end of an extraordinary year which started in a very dark place, saw her die at least three times (according to social media), get lost flying over the Alps in a hot air balloon (it's a long story!) and get reinvented as the undisputed Queen of the Huns. When flags are being flown at Glastonbury featuring your name and face - you know you've become an icon. In this extremely honest interview Denise talks about the highs and lows of 2025, her love of reality TV, her flirtation with a pop career and why she things everything has suddenly come good for her. We've saved Noddy Holder for pudding on Christmas Day, and we'll be back with a brand new episode on New Year's Day. Thanks as always for listening - have a fabulous festive season. Cheers

Denise Welch on Simon Cowell, Glasto Flags and why Mother Has ARRIVED!  

This episode marks the first of a festive trio of treats. On Christmas Day join us for a chat with Mr Chriiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiisssssssssssstmaaaaaaaaaaassssss! himself... Noddy Holder! In our next episode we'll catch up with Denise Welsh, whose reinvention as queen of the huns has been extraordinary - PLUS we'll talk about her brand new Christmas single. But today we're handing our a gift - when we sit down and look back on 2025 there is one woman who we think has had a quite extraordinary year. She's won awards, released her breakthrough work, and won us all over with her energy, personality and relentless work ethic. She is truly living her best life and doing it HER way. Our White Wine Question Time 'Woman of the Year' is RAYE. To celebrate - this is a chat I had with RAYE a few years ago as she was really starting to break through as her own artist. As you'll hear all of the hallmarks of her current success were there all along.

The WWQT Woman of the Year is... RAYE

NOTHING says Christmas like the final of Strictly Come Dancing - and for our 'Cellar' episode this week we're serving up a treat - Head Judge Shirley Ballas. 2026 will be Shirley's 10th year on Strictly after replacing Len Goodman. It's recognition for a lifetime of excellence in dancing, having won multiple British, US, and World Latin American Dance titles. Her ambition in dance has on occasion been a hinderance to her personal relationships, but as you'll hear her positivity is endless and infectious. She gets a definite '10' from us. Enjoy this festive episode - and keeeeeeep listening! Cheers.

Something from the Cellar: Shirley Ballas

What an episode we have for you this week - an incredible conversation with a formidable woman. Amanda Owen is known to many as The Yorkshire Shepherdess, and her family life has been shared with us through social media and numerous TV series. Since her separation from her ex-husband Clive she's adapted to a new way of living - sharing the farm as they still do, with children running between the two houses on their land. Her outlook on life has been shaped by the outstandingly beautiful surroundings of the Yorkshire Dales, and it's a refreshing take on modern living. Her new book <a href="https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/447152/christmas-tales-from-the-farm-by-owen-amanda/9780241657256" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Christmas Tales from the Farm</a> is out now - and she talks about Christmas with all the children in this episode - it's fascinating. Enjoy this (literal) fireside chat. Cheers!

The Yorkshire Shepherdess, Amanda Owen on Childbirth (x9), Separation and a Simple Christmas

Is it December already? What happened to 2025? IT'S BEHIND YOU!!!! Welcome to panto season on White Wine Question Time. This month we're helping you get into the festive spirit with some episodes that ooze Christmas. Today we're in full panto mode to bring you a classic conversation with Julian Clary. Julian has bought his outrageous comedy to our stages and screens for the past four decades and on the eve of his new panto at the London Palladium we thought it would be a good idea to remind ourselves of why he's become an absolute national treasure. We hope you enjoy it. Cheers.

Something from the Cellar: Julian Clary

In this episode of White Wine Question Time Radio 1's Matt Edmondson shares his journey from a young magic enthusiast to a successful broadcaster and board game creator. He discusses living with ADHD and cyclothymia, the challenges and gifts they bring, and how these conditions have shaped his career and personal life. Matt also opens up about his relationship with money, his creative ventures, and the importance of empathy and understanding in overcoming personal struggles. CONTENT WARNING: Please note this episode does contain some frank discussion of depression and suicide. It's a fascinating conversation with a truly great creative thinker. If you enjoy this episode don't forget to hit 'Follow' wherever you listen to ensure new episodes are delivered directly to you when they're released. It's completely free and means you'll get our 'Cellar' episodes on a Tuesday and a brand new episode every Thursday. Cheers!

Radio 1's Matt Edmondson: Embracing ADHD, Creativity, and Resilience

As we ramp up our festive preparations we've dug around in the cellar to find some episodes that just feel right for this time of year - over the next few weeks you can expect some Panto shenanigans (oh yes you can!), some Strictly magic and THE king of Christmas music. First up - it's one of the signs that it's nearly Christmas... I'm A Celebrity on the TV! We're taking you back to last year - when Reverend Richard Coles won the nation's heart in the Australian jungle. If your tree's not up already - why not get yourself in the festive mood and listen to this sermon - from the pop star turned vicar - Reverend Richard Coles. Cheers

Something from the Cellar: Reverend Richard Coles

Will Best's journey from T4 to Big Brother hasn't been straightforward. It might surprise you to know that in between he's run a tech company, launched an alcohol brand, and ask a lot of questions to Simon Cowell. His start has never been brighter than it is right now - hosting Hits Radio breakfast with James Barr and Fleur East and standing alongside AJ outside the Big Brother house. It's a fascinating story which has seen Will pick himself up after several false-dawns. He's always adding to his knowledge, and learning from every challenge - something we can all learn from. Enjoy the episode! Cheers.

Big Brother host Will Best on his Big break and crying at work

Kate Thornton offers her guests three glasses of wine and three thought-provoking questions

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