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Guess Who's Coming To Dinner?

The Ultimate Fantasy Guest List podcast with Classic FM’s Tim Lihoreau.
Each week, Tim welcomes a VIP guest to curate their dream dinner party, revealing a list of five fantasy invitees—living or dead, real or fictional, controversial or beloved. But there’s always a twist... will they accept Tim’s ‘gatecrasher’?

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“Anna 1, Anna 2.”Opera megastar Danielle de Niese is lighting up the Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner studios with her trademark effervescence. She’s talking everything from Timothee Chalamet to International Rescue, not to mention choosing her 5 fantasy guests. And there’s a problem from the start! Before she can say yes or no to The Gatecrasher, she has to try to narrow down her own list. Listen to the last episode of the season now on Global Player. Follow on Instagram: @classicfm @timlihoreau@guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Danielle de Niese

“Let’s have it…in the chapter house of Wells Cathedral”Star of Ted Lasso, stand-up legend and actor extraordinaire (see Return to Paradise, Bad Education, etc) LLOYD GRIFFITH is the VIP on the Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner pod this week.Host Tim Lihoreau and he discuss cathedrals (his favourite places) choirs (there’s a strict hierarchy) and, of course, the idea of replacing smoking with kazoos. His five fantasy guests are at once revealing and moving. But will he take The Gatecrasher? You’ll have to listen to find out.Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau @guesswhoscomingtodinner_podPlus some links mentioned in the conversation :Eric Cantona link https://youtu.be/tu4YFDBFFVkMrs Merton on Brits link https://youtu.be/Y8lA_UYS1-sMatt Haig’s How to Stop Time on Hive link https://www.hive.co.uk/product/matt-haig/how-to-stop-time/27102676

Lloyd Griffith

“Patrick Moore’s bathroom!”Make way for a very special episode. Myleene Klass shares the soundtrack of her life, from her pop-music days to her powerful activism. She sits down for a lively chat about her ultimate fantasy dinner party guests. And warning: along the way she opens up about her vital, tireless campaigning to change the conversation around miscarriage with some candid talk and inspiring conversation. 

Myleene Klass

“I am Chief Nerd”.Award-winning composer, salsa-fiend and general all-round legend Eric Whitacre brings his five fantasy dinner guest to the table with host Tim Lihoreau. It’s a fabulous list and the conversation is freee-flowing, fantastic and a little bit fan-boy. Will he take The Gatecrasher? You’ll have to listen to find out.Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Eric Whitacre

“Oh, I’d love a ’Scrambled Egg-Off’ - what ever that is!”An unmissable episode of the Global Original Podcast Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner as host Tim Lihoreau sits down with the legendary Julian Lloyd Webber for a conversation packed with jaw-dropping stories: like the moment he knew his illustrious cello career was over, who is his Celebrity Crush, and which little-known arts minister helped him introduce the In Harmony music scheme to Everton. (There’s a clue in the blues!) Guests-wise he’s on the big hitter trail with composers, religious leaders and even CATS…fighting for attention. (Not…those Cats!) Will he take The Gatecrasher? You’ll have to listen to find out. Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                                  @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Julian Lloyd Webber

“We’re all snowflake, woke cucks!”It’s an amazing week on the podcast as comedian, rapper and Harry Potter lookalikeMC HAMMERSMITH comes into the Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? studios.This fast-talking, long-form improvving legend talks about his best friends, his precise viewson Nandos (reaching out for sponsorship) and how to cope with a Powerpoint Party.Host Tim Lihoreau finds his rap rhyme plus MC's five fantasy guests. And a DEAR bunch they are, too.Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

MC Hammersmith

“Trouser round his ankles...listening to Chopin!”Anything can happen and actually does when comedy legend Mark Thomas comes into the Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? podcast studios. He’s talking influences, funeral songs, ‘Comedy Product’ 2026 and the people he truly loves with host Tim Lihoreau. Then there’s the small matter of the five fantasy guests. Will the table be big enough? (Spoiler alert: no.)Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Mark Thomas

“He was always the familial… elephant in the room!"It’s Fringe season and Tim Lihoreau has legendary comedians in the pod studio. This week it’s the name-slating, punter-bating landlord Al Murray, joining for a lively conversation about his ideal fantasy dinner party guests.The star of the hit tour ‘All you need is Guv! talks about his life and times, his writing and of course his comedy; and his guests are all first-timers on GWCTD.Prepare yourself for a table of legends — they can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial. Plus, will he welcome the gatecrasher that Tim has chosen for him? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau@guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Al Murray

“…I do dabble in YOOO tube!"This week on the pod, an actor who became familiar to a generation as Jo from Spooks. More recently she has received rave reviews alongside Ralph Fiennes as Dame Ellen Terry in the West End smash David Hare play ‘Grace Pervades’. Miranda Raison joins Tim Lihoreau for a unique and engrossing chat to reveal her five fabulous fantasy dinner party guests.She was Anne Boleyn in Howard Brenton’s eponymous play: the wife of Kenneth Branagh in The Winter's Tale and now she recounts the five people she simply MUST have around the dinner table. They are a truly eclectic bunch.  Discover her a-list guest list - they can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial - who will make the cut? And how will she react to the wildcard “Gatecrasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                       @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Miranda Raison

“Do you wan’t to come on your with me?”Writer, comedian and, let’s face it, philosopher Rob Auton brings his unique look on life to the Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? pod studio. He’s chose his UNIQUE line of fantasy guests - in time as well as space - and he recounts the reasons why in a fascinating episode. Host Tim Lihoreau would have gladly locked the doors and never let him leave. But will he take The Gatecrasher? Find out and hear the whole genius episode on Global Player. Follow on Instagram: @classicfm @timlihoreau@guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Rob Auton

“I get these screams… as the jump-scares happen!”There is a sleuth in the studio. Crime writer and The Traitors' in-castle detective, Harriet Tyce goes head to head with Tim Lihoreau to present her DREAM dinner party guest list! She comes armed with five fantasy guests for Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? - and they are an interesting quintet. The big question for host Tim Lihoreau, though, is…will she let The Gatecrasher in?  Find out and listen to the full fab episode at Global Player.Follow on Instagram: @classicfm @timlihoreau@guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Harriet Tyce

“I’m being really cultural here!”The Man in the Room Next door…has left his safe haven and is now…in the Global Studios. Michael Spicer came to wider fame with his earpiece and his notes, desperately attempting to keep people on track. Now, with no help from next door, he chooses his five fantasy guests for Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? - and they are TRULY an eclectic bunch.  The big question for host Tim Lihoreau, though, is…will he let The Gatecrasher in? Find out and listen to the full fab episode at Global PlayerFollow on Instagram: @classicfm @timlihoreau@guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Michael Spicer

“I’m a punk!”You may know her from the Great British Menu, or maybe from her sofa assessments on Celebrity Gogglebox with her daughter. If you are TRULY lucky you may have even sampled her food at Wadadli Kitchen or via a recipe in The Pepperpot Diaries. ‘Punk’ chef, Andi Oliver is in the Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? Hottest this week, choosing five fantasy guests. As you might imagine, it’s a SCRUMPTIOUS episode with host Tim Lihoreau touching on her run in with a legend, the secrets of a great gumbo,And the identity and whereabouts of …Tallulah!  But will she take The Gatecrasher, chosen for her by Tim? Find out by listening to the full fabulous episode Global Player. Follow on Instagram: @classicfm @timlihoreau@guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Andi Oliver

“HELLO, public!”An extraordinary conversation with one of the most versatile, brilliant, and fiercely independent forces in British music history. Mike Batt, LVO is offering up his five guests this week on the pod, bringing his five-time Ivor Novello Award-winning singer-songwriter, conductor, and producer FIVE-DECADE career to bear on all things ‘fantasy dinner’ - one decade for each guest. Mike's melodies are woven directly into the fabric of global pop culture, from Katy Melua ('Closest Thing to Crazy’), through Art Garfunkel (‘Bright Eyes’), right back to the British establishment that is…The Wombles (‘Remember you’re a…’).Now he’s back in the classical music fray with a moving and timely new work, The Ukraine Symphony recorded by the London Symphony Orchestra. In the course of the episode, Tim Lihoreau touches on SO much - not least upping sticks and sailing around the world just as success struck AND…exactly what it was that Sir Paul McCartney said to him, that time! But will he take The Gatecrasher, chosen for him by Tim? Find out by listening to the full fabulous episode Global Player. Follow on Instagram: @classicfm @timlihoreau@guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Mike Batt

“This is a RIDICULOUS podcast!”The nation’s favourite gardener launches Season 6 of the pod. Legendary horticulturalist Monty Don chooses his 5 fantasy dinner guests. Along the way he talks jewellery design, taking his top off and curtains made out of trousers. So it’s all to play for.  Tim Lihoreau discusses who’s sitting where and, of course, whether The Gatecrasher makes it through the door.Follow on Instagram: @timlihoreau @classicfm @guesswhoscomingtodinner

Monty Don

“I asked him..”Did he know kangaroos can’t fart?…"”On the pod this week, the one and only Chesney Hawkes. The pop and rock legend chooses his ideal dinner party line up this week on Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?. It’s an eclectic and at times moving list where friends rub shoulders with presidents and music… is everywhere. Join Tim Lihoreau to see if he can get his Gatecrasher on the list, too. Follow on Instagram: @classicfm @timlihoreau          @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Chesney Hawkes

“Aged steaks. And I’m next to Tom Hiddleston”On the pod this week, two legends in one. If you’ve been to the theatre in the last 15 years, chances are you’ve experienced one of the works of Ben and Max Ringham. Waiting for Godot on Broadway, Inter Alia at the National, Cyrano in the West End: just the tip of the iceberg. They are the recipients of 5 Olivier Nominations, two Tony noms and so much more more. This week on Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?, they’re picking their fantasy dinner line up. Join Tim Lihoreau to see if he can get his Gatecrasher on the list, too. Follow on Instagram: @classicfm @timlihoreau                  @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Ben and Max Ringham

‘Hello, Jim. Nice to see you….Ernesto, SIT DOWN!'LEGEND ALERT, LEGEND ALERT. Original Evita ‘Che’ and Rock On superstar, David Essex is in the studio this week. He has chosen 5 unique fantasy dinner guests and so Tim Lihoreau discusses who’s invited, who’s sitting where and the whys and wherefores of the fabulous line-up. Along the way, they talk Krays, the pros and cons of black polo necks and the most UNLIKLEY Che understudy ever.From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial— who will receive an invite? And will David accept The Gatecrasher, chosen by Tim? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram: @classicfm @timlihoreau @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

David Essex

“I’m happy here on earth. On land!”Olympic swimming legend Ellie Simmonds joins the podcast to choose her 5 fantasy dinner guests. And in a first for the pod, all her guests are alive and kicking and could show up at any moment. Ellie and host Tim Lihoreau discuss dancing, spaceships and, of course, dogs! But will she allow The Gatecrasher to stay? Listen to the the entire championship episode to find out. Follow on Instagram: @classicfm, @timlihoreau, @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Ellie Simmonds

“This lady’s not for turning EITHER!”She is one of the great comedians of our time; she is a formidable traveller;  and she has a unique relationship with ‘Helen Mirren’. Susan Calman is our vip choosing her five fantasy dinner guests. In the course of the episode, Tim Lihoreau touches on horror, conspiracy and what it is that makes Susan feel like a Queen!  But will she take The Gatecrasher, chosen for her by Tim? Find out by listening to the full fabulous episode Global Player. Follow on Instagram: @classicfm @timlihoreau@guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Susan Calman

‘She hasn’t invited me round yet!”One of the Magic Circle’s most lauded magicians is in the studio this week. James Phelan, magic royalty, is pulling his five unique guests out of the hat for inclusion in his fantasy dinner party. Tim Lihoreau discusses who’s invited, who’s sitting where and the whys and wherefores of the fabulous line-up. Along the way, they talk Uncle Paul Daniels, Auntie Debbie McGee, Amanda Holden…and how to predict the National Lottery numbers!!From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial— who will receive an invite? And will James accept The Gatecrasher, chosen by Tim? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram: @classicfm @timlihoreau @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

James Phelan

"The good thing is you can chat and bitch about them on a podcast!”Beloved by his fellow comedians (“A hilarious natural funny storyteller” * “One of the best comedians in the country!” **) the VIP this week is Ray Bradshaw on "Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?" Ray reveals his five amazing guests who have been granted a spot around his fantasy dinner party - and it’s a unique line-up. Tim Lihoreau discusses who’s invited, who’s sitting where, who’s real and who’s not. Along the way, they talk ‘Posh Partick’, being a CODA comedian, how to cater a children's birthday party and even whether toenails are on the menu.From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial— who will receive an invite? And will James accept The Gatecrasher, chosen by Tim? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram: @classicfm @timlihoreau @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod(* Frankie Boyle ** John Bishop)

Ray Bradshaw

‘John Major saved my life!”A radio and podcast legend is in the 'hot table’ this week: James O’Brien is the VIP on "Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?’. James unveils his five fave guests who have passed muster for inclusion in his fantasy dinner party - and we can safely say you might be surprised at who gets the nod. Tim Lihoreau discusses who’s invited, who’s sitting where and the whys and wherefores of the stellar line-up. Along the way, they talk writers, they talk weddings, they even talk gaming. From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial— who will receive an invite? And will James accept The Gatecrasher, chosen by Tim? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram: @classicfm @timlihoreau @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

James O’Brien

“Giles and Sinead O’Connor… singing duets!”Star of Father Ted, Death in Paradise, Derry Girls and My Hero, the award-winning stand-up, author and broadcaster Ardal O’Hanlon is the VIP this week, inviting you to Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? Tim Lihoreau hears the amazing tales and life stories from one of the UK's best-loved comedians and, when it comes to the final Gatecrasher guest, he throws away the rule book.From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial— who will receive an invite? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                       @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Ardal O’Hanlon

“Caroline and Miss Piggy might get on quite well!”Sell-out stand-up and ‘Last One Laughing’ (Ireland) star Emma Doran is Tim Lihoreau's VIP on the pod this week. She not only chooses her five fantasy dinner guests, she also brings masses of what The Guardian called her “pleasing streak of wickedness” to the table. “You’d be mad to miss her”, as the Standard chimed in. From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will receive an invite? And will she allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau@guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Emma Doran

“This guy’s hilarious. We should be best friends."To mark the 50 episode milestone, it's a double issue day. Comedian Emmanuel Sonubi joins host Tim Lihoreau for a revelatory chat about his five fantasy dinner party guests.Emmanuel talks heroes and legends as well as the small matter of, quite literally, dying on stage - and still manages to hand out the place cards to 5 fantasy guests who he would love to have around the table. And they are amazing! From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial— who will receive an invite? And will he allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                        @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Emmanuel Sonubi

“If you hear me say ‘jeepers’, this is where it started!”A milestone guest! JOSH WIDDICOMBE becomes Tim Lihoreau’s FIFTIETH vip on the Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? podcast, choosing his five fantasy dinner guests. In a unique spin, he is offered not one, not two but THREE Gatecrashers to complement his own choices. Will he take ANY of them? And will he ever stop saying his new favourite word - jeepers!From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial— who will receive be around the podcast table? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                        @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Josh Widdicombe

“I could’a been a serial killer!”Kicking off SEASON 5 of the pod is a comedy legend. Ross Noble joins host Tim Lihoreau for a fabulous, frantic filibuster about his five fantasy dinner party guests.Ross talks heroes, heartaches, birthday cakes and sausages while handing out the place cards to 5 fantasy guests who he would love to have around the table. And they are an amazing crew!From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will receive an invite? And will he allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Ross Noble

“It’s not unusual!”The queen of the dancefloor herself Shirley Ballas joins Tim Lihoreau for a flamboyant and forthright pod to choose her 5 fantasy dinner party guests. Author, TV presenter and, of course, champion dancer, Shirley choose her quality quintet of quintessentialists  - and with one of them…she has a bone to pick! From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the cut? And will he choose the wildcard “Gate-crasher?” You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau@guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Shirley Ballas

This week we have an actor, a broadcaster, a comedian, a writer, a children’s author - all in one. The multi-talented Ben Miller is Tim Lihoreau's VIP on Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?, choosing his 5 fantasy dinner party guests. Along the way we will hear how chauffeuring… drove him to acting; which legendary American he is related to; and whether or not his supergroup Strijka (with Alexander Armstrong) will ever get back together.As for his guests, from the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the list? And will he choose the wildcard “Gate-crasher”?You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                 @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Ben Miller

“Excuse me… for sounding like a right old nobber!”Fans of Downton Abbey are in for a treat as actor Tom Cullen joins host Tim Lihoreau for a thrilling and thoughtful conversation to reveal his five fantasy dinner party guests.Currently wowing audiences in Channel Four’s nail-biting Trespasses, Tom Cullen share some wonderful stories from his glittering career. He takes Tim on an experience-led tour of his ‘famous five’ guests.  They can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial – all that’s guaranteed is they are made welcome. It’s a considered, eloquent and insightful episode. Can we convince him to accept the “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                 @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Tom Cullen

“Patsy and Edina…they made me gay!"Having a blast on the cast this week is RuPaul legend, Celeb SAS veteran and unique drag queen Bimini Bon Boulash, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a full and frank conversation about their five fantasy dinner party guests.The musician and icon chooses who they would want at their FANTASY dinner party — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial. Who will make the dinner table? Will they keep the wildcard “Gate-crasher”? And WHAT…is the dress code? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@globalplayer@classicfm @timlihoreau                                                                                       @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Bimini Bon Boulash

"Harry went feral! We all watched it!"Writer, media personality and former Royal butler, Paul Burrell joins host Tim Lihoreau for a fascinating conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests.Paul talks about his extraordinary relationship with the late Queen Elizabeth the Second while handing out the place cards to 5 fantasy guests who he would love to have around the table. And just how many of them…are Royal? From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will receive an invite? And will he allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                     @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Paul Burrell

“I’m very sassy when I’m tired”Having a blast on the cast this week is jazz singer and all-round diva legend, Ann Hampton Callaway, joining host Tim Lihoreau to riff the conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests.The singer, songwriter and actor talks musical heroines, drama influences and what’s in Barbra Streisand’s basement! Her guests range from iconic to even more iconic— living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make her dinner table? And will she keep the wildcard “Gate-crasher” ? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@globalplayer@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                    @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Ann Hampton Callaway

“I want Zeus out! He’s been doing my head in since he walked in!”It’s a FIRST for the Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? podcast. Tim Lihoreau has not one but TWO guests choosing their fantasy dinner guests. Legendary stand-up comedians and writers, Adam Riches and John Kearns are Tim Lihoreau’s VIPs, this week, sharing an anarchic hour of podcast pleasure.How will they decide on their guest list? Will they agree? Along the way we find out about John and Adam’s mythical singing prowess, their heroes and their vague infatuation with Martin Lewis, Money Saving Expert.The fantasy guests can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial - but will they welcome the gatecrasher when comes knocking? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                        @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Adam Riches & John Kearns

“You look like you’re carrying around a DEAD GOOSE!”Bewitching Tim Lihoreau in the pod studio this week is actor and musician Joey Batey, joining for a beguiling conversation about his ideal fantasy dinner party guests.The star of the hit series The Witcher talks about his music, his writing and of course his acting; and his guests are all chosen with a very particular theme in mind. Prepare yourself for a heart-warming roll call of fabulous names — they can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial. Plus, will he welcome the gatecrasher that Tim has chosen for him? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Joey Batey

“I used to grow my hair quite long. Hence…Tufty was born!”Something mystical and magical for Halloween as magician and comedian Pete Firman who joins Tim Lihoreau for a revealing pod to conjure up five fantasy dinner party guests.Pete is a magic megastar of Instagram and talks touring and magic heroes and more. He even sheds light on his relationship with maggots.   Discover his ‘famous five’ guests.  They can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial – all that’s guaranteed is they are made welcome. Plus, can we sneak in…a “Gate-crasher”? Will Pete accept. You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau    

Pete Firman

“I spent a lot of time chasing Ian Lavender….He was always in his underpants."Get between ears with a real legend. Punk princess and cult actress Toyah joins Tim Lihoreau for a unique and often eye-widening chat to reveal her five fantasy dinner party guests.Star of classic film Quadrophenia and veteran of hits like I Wanna Be Free, the boss of ‘Toyah’s Wonderful World of Weird” takes us through her one-off list of just five people she wants around the dinner table. And is there an invite there for rock-legend husband Robert Fripp?Discover her a-list guest list — they can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the cut? And how will she react to the wildcard “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                 @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Toyah

“I’d be bricking it! I’d probably have gotten quite drunk!”Getting the nod for the pod this week is the living legend Alexander Armstrong joining host Tim Lihoreau for a laid-back chat about his five fantasy dinner party guests.Comedian, author, presenter, author and of course Pointless paladin, Alexander Armstrong hands out the placements to 5 fantasy guests who he can’t dine without – and what an unexpected bunch they are!From the iconic to ironic — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the table? And will he allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                   @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Alexander Armstrong

Kickstarting season 4 of pod this week is the effervescent Oti Mabuse, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a fiery, sometimes spicy conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests.Dancer, choreographer, judge, author and champion, Oti hands out the place cards to 5 fantasy guests who she can’t dine without – and what an amazing bunch they are! From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the table? And will she allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? Or maybe she’ll even go one better?? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                       @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Oti Mabuse

“Oh, no!... We’re in strip-lit squalor!”Padding steadfastly into the podcast studio is Bafta-winning, multi-million best-selling author, TV writer and performer, Adam Kay.He joins host Tim Lihoreau for a Season-finale conversation about his truly unique five fantasy dinner party guests.From This is Going to Hurt, through to his Undoctored stand-up (best-selling show of the Edinburgh Fringe 2023) Adam’s career as a comedian, writer, and broadcaster is brought to bear on his idiosyncratic guestlist which will delight and inspire in equal measure. From the iconic to the very unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the cut? And will he welcome the wildcard “Gate-crasher?” You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                 @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Adam Kay

“The Krays… took them for a little ride!"This week, we are improvising! The artistic director of the world’s most famous jazz club, Ronnie Scott's, joins Tim Lihoreau for an amazing dinner party line up and conversation about life and music.Pianist, composer and creative tour de force James Pearson comes into the Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? studios to talk music, jazz and East End visitors!He takes Tim on a whirlwind tour with his ‘famous five’ guests.  They can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial – all that’s guaranteed is they are made welcome. Plus, can we convince him to accept the “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                                @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

James Pearson

“They are NINJA hydrangeas!”Joining the pod this week is interior designer, author, former Den Dragon and all-round business genius Kelly Hoppen. She catches up with host Tim Lihoreau for a delightful conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests.The Queen of Taupe and designer-to-the-stars hands out polished placements to 5 unique guests, all invited for the dinner of a lifetime. And Kelly invites a genuinely wonderful quintet! From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the table? And will Kelly allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                 @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Kelly Hoppen

“He told he couldn’t tell me about it… he’s got snipers!”Season three continues with a banger on GWCTD? when chef Tom Kerridge joins host Tim Lihoreau for a fabulous conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests.Tom is the genius behind the Two Michelin Starred ‘Hand & Flowers” in Marlow – not to mention The Coach, and Kerridge’s Bar and Grill, and The Butchers Tap – everything he touches turns to gold. His guest list is inspiring and will surprise, delight, and cheer in equal measure.From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial — who will make the cut? And will he choose the wildcard “Gate-crasher?” You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                         @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Tom Kerridge

”Judy Dench, Judy Dench, Judy Dench Dench Dench!”This week it’s a great Britton! On the podcast this week is broadcaster and author Fern Britton, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a unique conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests.From This Morning to Ready Steady Cook through Strictly challenges and watercolour challenges, Fern sets a table for the quintet of uniquely-chosen guests who have inspired her so much they gain an invite to the GWCTD? studios.From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the cut? And will the wildcard “Gate-crasher” get to stay? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                      @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Fern Britton

“She makes me octopus stew!”In the pod squad this week is lawyer and writer Philippe Sands KC, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a fascinating conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests.The specialist in international law and author of seventeen books hands out the placements to 5 unique guests all invited for the dinner of a lifetime - and Philippe invites a truly eclectic bunch.  From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the table? Philippe definitely takes Tim up on the ‘beloved or controversial’ part! And will he allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? Or is that…Gatecrashers? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                         @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Philippe Sands

“I basically shagged my way into a better postcode!”It's a captivating, crazy comedian - JOSH JONES - who joins Tim Lihoreau for a swaggering, sweary chat to unveil his 5 fantasy dinner party guests.You may know him from 8 out of 10 Cats, from Dancing on Ice or even from his many appearances at the Edinburgh festival. Now, discover his ‘famous five’ guests.  They can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial – all that’s guaranteed is they are made welcome. Plus, can we sneak in… a “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                         @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Josh Jones

“She’s a very difficult dog to keep on the porch, if you know what I mean?!”Getting the nod for the pod this week is the warm, friendly fluffy Rev. Richard Coles, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a feel-good conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests.TV and radio presenter, raconteur - former Communard! – and let’s not forget Jungle legend, Rev. Richard Coles hands out the place cards to 5 fantasy guests who he can’t dine without – and what a great bunch they are! From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the table? And will he allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                 @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Richard Coles

“Throw a toolbox down the stairs!”Debbie Wiseman joins Tim Lihoreau this week to talk composers, cartoons and all things creative. The Classic FM Composer in Residence reveals her five fantasy dinner party guests and they’re a great bunch. Along the way, they chat about Chopin, Leeds United and, of course, hats! Discover her amazing guest list — they can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial. Who will make the cut? And how will she react to the wildcard “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm @timlihoreau @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Debbie Wiseman

“I know a monster called Jacob!”This week, raconteur and broadcaster Matthew Parris joins Tim Lihoreau for a funny and story-filled chat to reveal his five fabulous fantasy dinner party guests. Along the way, we hear so many tales and memories from his time as MP, as tv and radio presenter and general adventurer Along the way, he lists the five people he MUST have around the dinner table. They are a fabulous bunch. Discover his a-list guest list — they can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the cut? And how will he react to the wildcard “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                       @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Matthew Parris

“He’s at the dinner party… because I want to ask him… THE question!"Get inside the mind and behind the mic with Calendar Girls creator Tim Firth, who joins Tim Lihoreau for a unique and engrossing chat to reveal his five fabulous fantasy dinner party guests.The playwright and screenwriter behind must-see musicals and hit comedy tv series talks about his feelings, families and friends (including writing partner Gary Barlow) and lists the five people he MUST have around the dinner table. They are a truly eclectic bunch.  Discover his a-list guest list — they can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the cut? And how will he react to the wildcard “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                       @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Tim Firth

“I would never have guessed that my claim to fame would be from a Tellytubby!”Season 3 starts with a bang. Babatunde Aleshe joins Tim Lihoreau for his unique A-List dinner party line up and conversation about comedy, the universe and everything.They catch up on all things music AND what to do when success seems unachievable He takes Tim on a whirlwind tour of his ‘famous five’ guests.  They can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial – all that’s guaranteed is they are made welcome. Plus, can we convince Babatunde to accept the “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                           @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Babatunde Aleshe

“My other Grandfather….”The king of the one-liners is our final guest of Season 2. Comedian Milton Jones shares his five fantasy guests with host Tim Lihoreau and what an eclectic bunch they are. Who will win a place around the table? And will the Gatecrasher get to stay? Find out with the full episode here. On Instagram…@globalplayer@classicfm@guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Milton Jones

“It’s quite hard to deal with that and not be a plonker!”In a special bumper episode, recorded over two sessions last summer, Tim talks to one of our greatest living composers, Howard Goodall. Known to millions through his themes to The Vicar of Dibley, Red Dwarf, Blackadder, QI and so many more, he is also one of the foremost composers of musicals and choral music. Find out who his ‘man with the van’ was at college; which legend he met in a hotel in the lakes; and some eye-opening insight into the mystical process of composing, itself. And of course - WHO…are his five mystery guests?All this and …will he take the Gatecrasher? Find out here!On Instagram…@globalplayer@classicfm@guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Howard Goodall

“It’s a SHITHOLE!”Fresh from her win as Queer Comedian of the Year…it’s Rosie Jones, joining Tim Lihoreau for a fun-filled role chat about her 5 fantasy dinner party guests.As well as discussing the ideal order in which to eat her food, we will chew over the ideal A-list dinner party and catch up on life on the stand-up comedy circuit .Rosie has five amazing arrivals to make this the perfect dinner party.  Her guests can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial – all that’s guaranteed is they are made welcome. Plus, can she be convinced her to accept the “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                                    @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Rosie Jones

“Oh….oh dear…..[two minutes later] …oh, this it hard!...”The Dame is in the building. Dame Denise Lewis joins Tim Lihoreau for a truly A-List dinner party line up and conversation about her life and loves.This Olympian legend catches up on all things athletic AND how to survive in the world when the ‘seven sports’ are gone.She takes Tim on a whirlwind tour of her ‘famous five’ guests.  They can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial – all that’s guaranteed is they are made welcome. Plus, can we convince her to accept the “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                                    @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Denise Lewis

Sample the silken, honeyed tones of news legend John Suchet as he joins Tim Lihoreau for a story-filled, delightful dialogue to unveil his 5 fantasy dinner party guests. ITN News veteran, Classic FM legend and seasoned international correspondent, John brings with him a sheaf of real-life yarns, not to mention his five fantasy guests.Remember, they can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial – all that’s guaranteed is they are made welcome. Plus, will he accept “The Gatecrasher”?  You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                         @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

John Suchet

“Every time I watched…[People were dying]…they were telling you to shut up!”Get up close and behind the mic with the comedian and writer Shazia Mirza joining Tim Lihoreau for a funny and forthright chat to reveal her five fantasy dinner party guests.Fresh from her stint in Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, Shazia  takes us through her outlandish list of five people she wants to wine, dine - and quiz - around the dinner table. A statesman, a seer, an author…all invited to this special event.Discover the guest list — they can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial — and see who will make the cut? And will she accept the wildcard “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                      @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Shazia Mirza

“It would be a lot of effort to go to…to create a whole Amanda Holden!"In the pod squad this week is writer and presenter Danny Wallace, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a unique conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests.The Bafta-winning ‘Yes Man’  hands out the placements to 5 unique guests all invited for the dinner of a lifetime. Danny, the self-crowned king of ‘Lovely’, invites a truly eclectic bunch.  From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the table? And will he allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? Or is that…Gatecrashers? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                       @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Danny Wallace

In this delectable episode, Tim Lihoreau welcomes the inimitable Jay Rayner — acclaimed food critic, journalist, and musician — to his imaginary dinner table. As the conversation flows, Jay dishes out stories from behind the scenes of restaurant reviewing, shares surprising dinner guest picks (dead or alive), and reflects on the perfect ingredients for a memorable meal — both culinary and conversational. Expect wit, wisdom, and a generous helping of gourmet gossip.Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                      @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Jay Rayner

‘Paolo di Enfield…I’m going to tell my wife. She will love that.’In this fascinating episode of Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner, Classic FM’s Tim Lihoreau welcomes world-renowned hypnotist, author, and self-development guru Paul McKenna to the table. Over an imaginary dinner, the conversation flows from mind mastery and the science of change to laughter, stories from the road, and a few surprising dinner guests Paul would love to invite.Expect deep insights, warm humour, and a touch of the unexpected as Tim uncovers what drives one of the UK’s most influential figures in personal transformation. It’s a dinner party unlike any other—pull up a chair.Podcast DisclaimerThis podcast contains hypnosis and guided relaxation techniques intended to support personal development and overall well-being. Do not listen while driving, operating machinery, or performing any activity that requires your full attention.While hypnosis is generally considered safe for most individuals, it may not be appropriate for everyone. If you have a medical or psychological condition—such as epilepsy, schizophrenia, or any severe mental health disorder—please consult a qualified healthcare professional before listening.By choosing to continue, you confirm that you are participating voluntarily and accept full responsibility for your own well-being. 

Paul McKenna

Time for a living legend on the pod. Lyricist Tim Rice joins host Tim Lihoreau for a story-soaked conversation to reveal his five fantasy dinner party guests.From writing Evita and Jesus Christ Superstar through to his time with Elton John, via Benny and Bjorn, Tim Rice has written it all. There’s even a moment to meet ‘The King’ (Elvis, that is).He takes Tim on an anecdote-filled tour of his ‘famous five’ guests.  They can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial – all that’s guaranteed is they are made welcome. Plus, can we convince him to accept the “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                      @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Sir Tim Rice

Season Two continues with all the write stuff when author Kate Mose joins host Tim Lihoreau for a captivating conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests.From her time in publishing, through the Labyrinth years, the National Theatre boaad and all, she’s been at the forefront of historical fiction for years. From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the cut? And will she allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher through the door?” You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram: @classicfm @timlihoreau                                            @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Kate Mosse

“People would be like “Wow…who’s that, with Matt Damon. No... “Who’s that with Alexei Sayle!” Season Two starts with a banger on 'GWCTD?' when Alexei Sayle joins host Tim Lihoreau for an unforgettable conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests.From his pioneering time at the Comedy Store and in the TV groundbreaker 'The Young Ones', he’s been an anarchic presence on our screens and radios ever since. Alexei’s guest list is truly unique and will surprise, delight, and inspire in equal measure.From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the cut? And will he choose the wildcard “Gate-crasher?” You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                                @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Alexei Sayle

“what my greatest sin? a filet-o-fish"Baldrick is in the building! On the podcast this week is actor, writer and knight of the realm Sir Tony Robinson, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a fabulous conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests.From Time Team to Black Tulip through one of the most loveable sideckicks in comedy history, Tony sets a table for the quintet of amazing guests who have inspired him so much they gain an invite to the GWCTD? Studios.From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the cut? And will the wildcard “Gate-crasher” get to stay? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                 @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Sir Tony Robinson

"That is what a monarch should be doing!" In the pod squad this week is stand-up comedian Ania Magliano, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a unique conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests.The Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated comedian hands out the placements to 5 fantasy guests who she has asked around her table. Ania, fresh from Live at the Apollo and Richard Osman’s House of Games, has invited a truly eclectic bunch. From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make her table? And will she allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                                                      @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Ania Magliano

"Quincy Jones - he's the business!"Step into the studio with The Chase’s Paul Sinha as he joins host Tim Lihoreau for a fascinating conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests.The Chaser, the Quiz Champion and the award-winning stand-up comedian explains why five special people make the invitation list for his fantasy dinner party – and faces the questions himself in a Paul Sinha Quiz.From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the cut? And will he accept the wildcard “Gate-crasher?” You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                        @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod 

Paul Sinha

“I would spend HOURS arranging the choir music. My students all call me Delores!”Having a blast on the cast this week is TV chef, YouTuber and food content creator Meliz Berg, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a feast of a conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests.The Sunday Times Bestselling chef talks musical icons, masterchef meals and moreish recipes – she even critiques Tim’s own attempt at one of her recipes. And her guests! From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make her dinner table? And will she keep the wildcard “Gate-crasher” ? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@globalplayer@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                       @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Meliz Berg

"He [Jackie Chan]drove me at an eye watering speed up this curvy hill, said good view, good view, I got to the good view, and then he left me, laughed and drove off"Broadcaster, writer, film critic, actor, comedian and producer, Jonathan Ross joins host Tim Lihoreau for a unique conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests.The film critic, chat show host - and, lest we forget, one-time extra in It Ain’t Half Hot Mum - hands out the place cards to 5 fantasy guests who he would love to have around the table. And a unique lot they are, too! From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will receive an invite? And will he allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                       ﻿@guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Jonathan Ross

"You're sending Churchill out to smoke?!"Chasing Tim Lihoreau into the pod this week is Bradley Walsh, joining for a heartwarming conversation about his ideal fantasy dinner party guests.In Bradley’s FIRST EVER PODCAST (we are honoured!) he talks about singing, about football; about having dinner with The Chasers, and about his spiritual side. Prepare yourself for…a monster roll-call of LEGENDARY names — they can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—and Bradley has gone big. So will he welcome the gatecrasher? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                      @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Bradley Walsh

"He was like a smoking Lord Voldemort!"The greatest showman, and the greatest snowman, is in the building. Tim Lihoreau catches up with Aled Jones for an enlightening conversation about his ideal fantasy dinner party guests.The singer, broadcaster and children’s author talks about his passions and why he has chosen such a great set of icons to share his dinner table. He can choose five people, they can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial - but will he welcome the gatecrasher the EXTRA-SPECIAL gatecrasher? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                       @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Aled Jones

"El-Dion! It’s got a ring to it. It’s 'a bit Frenchie’ but we’ll make it work"...Just arrived, all bubbling and effervescent…Layton Williams, joining Tim Lihoreau for a fun-filled role call and conversation about his 5 fantasy dinner party guests.We receive a good education about Layton and his ideal A-list, and catch up on where he has been since Everybody’s Talking about Jamie and Strictly Come Dancing.He takes Tim on a titanic tour of his ‘famous five’ guests.  They can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial – all that’s guaranteed is they are made welcome. Plus, can we convince him to accept the “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                       @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Layton Williams

"Yeah, you’d be surprised how many people haven’t heard of The Moomins OR The Killing!”Get lost in Jane Austen with the warm and wonderful… Cariad Lloyd, who joins Tim Lihoreau for an artful, articulate chat to unveil her 5 fantasy dinner party guests.You may know her from her legendary Griefcast pod, or maybe from her hit West-End production, ‘Austentatious’, or maybe even from her many TV appearances on QI, Have I Got News for You, 8 out of 10 Cats, and loads more.Discover her ‘famous five’ guests.  They can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial – all that’s guaranteed is they are made welcome. Plus, can we sneak in…a “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out! Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                       @guesswhoscomingtodinner_podCariad's New Book: 'The Christmas Wish-tashtrophe'https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/cariad-lloyd/the-christmas-wish-tastrophe/9781444971484/Chimamanda Ngozi Adiche Books:https://www.chimamanda.com/book/Two Soups Sketch:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Htvs1wXv1-02024 '50 hour Improvathon':https://www.improvathon.co.uk/2024-the-wedding-party/Cariad’s fantasy venue - Banqueting House in London, so you can picture her and her guests there, if you so desire:https://www.hrp.org.uk/banqueting-house/#gs.id4ru9 

Cariad Lloyd

“Well, there was Kenneth Branagh to my left, Chas from Chas and Dave to my right, Me…and then - oh wait, it could have been Trigger from Only Fools and Horses?”Get between the ears and behind the mic with the broadcaster and singer…Wynne Evans, who joins Tim Lihoreau for a wide-ranging, funny and often candid chat to reveal his five (is it five?) fantasy dinner party guests.Fresh from the Strictly studio, the former Celebrity Masterchef champion and now consummate glitter-bawler takes us through his in-go-comparable list of just five people he MUST have around the dinner table. Well…it’s meant to be five!Discover his a-list guest list — they can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—and find out who will make the cut?  And how will he react to the wildcard “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                       @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Wynne Evans

“Get rid of Mary. She’s got to go back upstairs to heaven. Floatin’ around. She won’t be offended. She’ll be tired!”Getting the nod for the pod this week is superstar comedian Lou Sanders, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a unique conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests.Taskmaster champion, Dancing on Ice legend and all-round one-off, Lou Sanders hands out the place cards to 5 fantasy guests who she cant dine without – and what an idiosyncratic bunch they are!From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make her table? And will she allow the wildcard “Gate-crasher” to stay? You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                                        @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod“What’s The Lady Doing?” By Lou Sanders.https://www.bonnierbooks.co.uk/imprints/blink-publishing/Psychics and Police Work - H Rachlin https://www.ojp.gov/ncjrs/virtual-library/abstracts/psychics-and-police-work

Lou Sanders

“I had Mick Jagger to my left, Harrison Ford to my right, and Mike Nichols opposite me…I really was just starting out in life and I couldn’t believe it!”Step into the studio with “Bliss Bonnet” and National Treasure Stephen Fry as he joins host Tim Lihoreau for an unforgettable conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests.The man who was ‘born to be Wilde’ brings his razor sharp wit, intellectual charm and luminous eloquence with him to chat about…he career as actor, comedian, writer, and broadcaster. Stephen’s guest list is superbly curated to surprise, delight, and inspire in equal measure.From the iconic to the unexpected — living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial—who will make the cut? And will he choose the wildcard “Gate-crasher?” You’ll have to listen to find out!Follow on Instagram:@classicfm@timlihoreau                                                                                                        @guesswhoscomingtodinner_pod

Stephen Fry

Get ready for the ultimate fantasy dinner party podcast, hosted by Classic FM’s Tim Lihoreau! Each week, Tim invites a new VIP guest to curate their dream guest list, from cultural icons like Stephen Fry and Sir Tony Robinson to comedic favorites like Jonathan Ross and Lou Sanders. Together, they create the dinner party of a lifetime, with five fantasy guests—living or dead, real or fictional, controversial or beloved.Here’s the twist: Tim gets to add a wildcard ‘Gatecrasher’ to shake things up! If the guest wants them to stay, they’ll have to kick someone off their list. Who will make the cut, and who will be booted from the party?Tune in for surprising stories, hilarious pairings, and the thrill of discovering who gets a seat at the table. Imagine Einstein next to Rick Stein, Jessica Rabbit beside Bunny Hedaya, or da Vinci mingling with Leonardo DiCaprio. Every episode is a fresh and unexpected feast!Starting on the 26th November 2024 join Tim each week for “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?” and find out who makes the ultimate guest list!