Live, Laugh, Luke... with Luke Hamnett
Luke Hamnett, a popular TikTok and Instagram creator, hosts a podcast where he is joined by his mother Janet and celebrity friends to share stories, memories, and laughs. Each episode features a segment where guests touch his pink tombola filled with listener confessions. The podcast aims to bring joy and entertainment to its audience.
Episodes
1 Surgery, 2 Mishaps in New York, and 3 Sugababes Performing in the Sky!
Luke’s been to NYC for 48 hours to hang out with the Sugababes at 38,000 feet where the wifi is 10/10 and he made Australian news. Jan flew first class once, she drank 11 proseccos, fell asleep and woke up in Mexico….!
Meanwhile Luke had a wild night out in New York, which was almost scuppered when he trusted a fart that he shouldn’t have. But he made it to a gay bar and got to see more than h
When Luke Came Out to Nan (Again, and Again, and Again)
Luke and Jan debrief after their incredibly accurate reading with David the Medium, where he shared details about Luke’s beloved Nan that only the family knew about. What an amazing experience!
And of course, it’s episode 2 of Just, Jest, Jan, and it wouldn’t be right without your highbrow confessions and dilemmas; CAN the Dr tell if you’ve just had anal?!
Plus Luke shares the heartfelt wa
The Past, Present and Future, with a Live Reading from David the Medium!
Strap in for this one, as Luke and Jan are joined by the incredible David the Medium, in the middle of his sold out UK tour.
David can often tell you if your partner is cheating, he’s correctly told a man he had a brain tumour, and he predicted Covid 6 months before it happened….(!)
David gives Jan and Luke an amazing reading - this is an episode not to be missed…!
He also tells us why
Welcome to Just, Jest, Jan! [WORKING TITLE]
Yes, you read that right, it’s Jan’s turn to take to the mic for her very own bonus episodes of the podcast! Each week she will tell us all what she really thinks of the podcast guests, while reacting to your confessions and solving your problems - she’s everyone’s new favourite agony aunt!
Oh, and don’t worry Luke fans, he is still here too! (For contractual and legal reasons we couldn’t get
Men's Mental Health, Marathons and a Million Reasons to Stay with Ben West
Today’s guest is the incredible mental health campaigner and London Marathon legend, Ben West. A little heads up from us that this episode includes discussion around mental health and suicide.
Ben tells Luke about how losing his 15 year old brother when he took his own life, became the catalyst for his campaign work around mental health, giving what he describes as a joyful end to a horribly t
Rollercoasters, Rants & Rogue Farts!
It’s a lovely catch up for Jan and Luke this week - and hasn’t Jan been busy?!
This week, she has done a horrible fart in a lift, been to the dentist, and ridden all of the rollercoasters at Alton Towers… although she maybe could have done with taking some spare pants with her(!)
Luke has a rant about the trains, and has a thoughtful and insightful voice note from a women’s health coach wi
Keisha Buchanan Spills on Kidnapping and Getting Kicked Out of Sugababes!
Sound the alarm because on this episode of LLL, Luke is joined in the studio by an ACTUAL Sugaababe - it’s Keisha Buchanan!
She tells Luke the harrowing story of when she was kidnapped as a child, and Luke experienced something similar when he got stuck in a lift in Tenerife.
She also talks about being in school while working full time with the band, the various lineups on the Sugababes, g
Results Day for Jan, The Devil Wears Prada 2 Premiere, and Luke’s an M&S Ambassador!
This week, Luke and Jan donned their glad rags and hit the red carpet for the premiere of The Devil Wears Prada 2! Rubbing shoulders with the stars… Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci and… Richard Arnold off of morning telly!
Luke has become an M&S Ambassador, and Jan’s not messing about, she’s absolutely READY to go to town on that discount!
Jan has also had her results back from her
Live, Laugh, Lesbian... with Harriet Rose
Luke is joined by all round babe presenter Harriet Rose for this episode of Live, Laugh, LUKE (it’s still called that, honest)
She tells Luke about her Goldsmiths degree in Lesbianism, and why she thinks her bestie Jade Thirwall is a terrible presenter(!!)
They talk about what’s going down in the group chat, in Luke’s friendship group it’s their bumholes, apparently. There’s no need for a G
A Missing Handbag in Wales, Coachella Debrief, and Who Gives a F About the Moon?
In this week’s ep, Luke considers ADHD meds, Jan has lost her handbag in Llandudno, and Auntie Donna gets an absolute roasting.
Jan and Luke also discuss the importance to screening after Jan’s recent visit to the Breast Clinic. Boobs, balls, bums - in fact if any part of your body doesn’t feel right, go and get it checked! And always go to your appointments - it’s not embarrassing, Drs and Nu
Tomlinson Twin Telepathy and Crazy 1D Fans with Phoebe and Daisy Tomlinson
Luke is joined by the gorgeous Tomlinson Twins; Phoebe and Daisy for this episode of Live, Laugh, Luke!
It’s a real family affair on this pod, as they chat about Phoebe becoming a mum, and how Daisy loves to be a cool auntie.
They tell Luke all about growing up with a world famous older brother, being thrown into fame themselves at such a young age, and why being at school with 1D fans was
Paris, Snails, and S*x Shows!
This week on the pod, Jan and Luke debrief on their trip to Paris - ooh la la!
Luke nearly got cancelled on Instagram after spitting out a snail (no judgement here, it’s defo an acquired taste), and Jan had her eulogy picture taken - always good to be prepared, hey?!
Oh and there’s the small matter of Jan visiting a sex club.
And should films and TV shows be remade or should we stick w
Buffet Etiquette, Sexy Ghost Time and the Same Sausage(!) for 40 Years!
Jan joins Luke this week for what is an absolute rollercoaster of an episode!
They talk about buffet etiquette, would you rather be the first one in the queue, or are you going hungry after everyone else has fingered it…? Which one are you?! We won’t judge - just kidding, ofc we will!
Jan shares a very special story about having sex in a car while being watched by a ghost… sure. Luke and h
Boyfriends, Near-Death Experiences, and Getting Blotto’d with Chloe Burrows!
Presenter, podcaster and all round babe Chloe Burrows is the guest on this week’s LLL!
She tells Luke about how she’s completely loved up (but how maybe her bf won’t be on Mastermind anytime soon LOL), her near death experience in the Maldives, and they get into Chloe’s thoughts on the latest series of Love Island All Stars. Would Chloe go back on Love Island if things didn’t work out with her b
Jan Sets Alexa to Gas Mark 5 (or not), and Luke Wants Jan and Her Bad Arm in a Home
This week Jan's had an absolutely blazing row with Alexa, and shows her jealous side when asked if she’d be up for being in an open relationship (spoiler alert: it’s a no from Jan)
And her arm is still in pain, but don’t worry because Luke is already planning putting her in assisted living.
Of course, it’s not LLL without a highly produced game of intense skill, and today’s proves the Hamn
Dani Harmer talks Killing(!) Tracy Beaker, and her Biggest Celeb Enemy
The Iconic Dani Harmer aka Tracy Beaker is on the pod this week!
She tells Luke what she's been up to post Beaker life, including her own family, panto, and more Tracy Beaker…. but would she ever kill her off if she had the chance?!
Plus Luke and Dani talk about the most famous person they’ve ever met. And everyone has a celeb enemy, even if it’s just secretly in their head... Dani is only
Two Truths and a Lie, Luke's Super Bowl Trip, and Vinted Queen Jan
It’s a mega catch up with Luke and Jan this week, because Luke’s been having some adventures Stateside, while Jan has been making coin on Vinted! In fact, she’s such a business mogul now that the beginning of this episode is interrupted by Jan taking a call. We apologise for the interruption.
Luke tells Jan about his amazing time at the Super Bowl and Bad Bunny’s performance, as well as the mo
Ashley James on her Sunday Times Best Seller, This Morning Fun and a Sofa Accident!
Writer and Broadcaster Ashley James joins Luke for today’s episode of LLL, and they really deep with the conversation - from Trans rights to reality TV, Ashley for Prime Minister!
She talks about her new Sunday Times Best Seller book ‘Bimbo’, and what inspired her to write it.
And of course, she and Luke re-visit some Made In Chelsea moments, and talk about Big Brother.
Plus, Ashley co
Only Farts(?), 2016 vs 2026, and a Special Appearance from Luke's Childhood Doll!
Luke and Jan catch up after a busy time; Luke’s had some amazing guests on the pod lately, and Jan’s bringing back the paper to-do list!
Apparently 2016 is back, everyone’s been posting photos on socials from 10 years ago… are we loving the trend or are we swerving it?
And Luke and Jan talk proposals - are you saying yes to a powerpoint proposal?!
Also - OnlyFarts… whaaaat?!
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Tears, Trumpets and all things Eastenders with Natalie Cassidy
The iconic Natalie Cassidy joins Luke for this episode of LLL!
She chats about her incredible career in Eastenders, as well as some of her biggest storylines. Plus she gives Luke the scoop on some of the amazing advice she’s been given from legends like Barbara Windsor.
Plus they chat about grief, life outside of work, and why you must never ask Sonia to get her trumpet out!
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Luke and Jan Talk Beckham Drama, Luke's Standoff with a Stranger, and Jan Bumping and Grinding!
In this week’s catch up with Luke and Jan, we get the Hamnett family POV on the Beckham drama, Jan fancies herself in the I’m A Celeb jungle, and Luke’s been home every week in Stoke!
Luke educates Jan on new ways to date in 2026, and Jan shares why you should never ever have an argument in bed, but why she’s been working on her twerking…! (Luke is not impressed, although his Dad is LOL)
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Lisa Riley talks Dingles, Jungles and Intimate Wipes!
The Queen of the North Lisa Riley joins Live, Laugh, Luke!
She recaps her time in the I’m A Celeb jungle; conquering fears and making new friends (apparently Ruby Wax is a psychic - who knew?!)
They also chat about her incredible 30 years in Emmerdale, the iconic Dingle family, and how people *still* call her Mandy in the street.
Luke and Lisa get deep; talking about grief, sobriety, p
We’re back! Jan's Fake Injury, Luke's Mexico Embarrassment and Live TV Show Drama.
Live, Laugh, Luke is back for 2026! And Luke and Jan are catching up after a well-earned break!
After the Hamnett’s Christmas in Wales, Luke headed to Mexico for some relaxation and a bit of Coco Bongo, too...
And in New Year’s news, there are some juicy confessions, and ICYMI Luke was on the New Year special episode of The Weakest Link!
Oh and P.S. we missed off the MOST important bit,
We Re-(LIVE) 2025, We (LAUGH) Always, and We (LUKE) Forward to 2026!
Luke and Jan are Living, Laughing and Luke-ing into 2026… or are they as it sounds like Jan might have plans to go rogue to do her own podcast…
This episode features a look back at all of the incredible things the Hamnett’s have achieved in 2025, but as well as the peaks, there have been some pits as well. But did Luke and Jan do everything they wanted this year, and what does next year bring?
Dating, LuAnna, and Photographing Dead Nans(!?) with Anna Williamson
TV presenter, Therapist and dating agent on Celebs Go Dating, Anna Williamson joins Luke for this episode of LLL, and they are getting deep…
They talk toxic exes, grief, and get into why Luke can’t cry - no but seriously, why?!
Plus Anna and Luke talk about working in the entertainment industry; how to take rejection, why it’s so important to stay true to yourself, and how to switch up your mi
Naked Luke, Broken Jan & Everything Else In Between
The Hamnett’s are getting all the feels for Christmas because this episode comes complete with festive hats! There’s a Christmas Quiz and a debate on whether Elf on the Shelf should be stopped… controversial?!
Jan and Luke are in their wellness era - they’ve been to a relaxing soundbath (Jan had a cheeky nap, ofc) and they’ve had a bit of Reiki, but did they see the colours?!
Also, do we t
Live, Laugh, Luke on Location with Noah Beck and Siena Agudong
We have Noah Beck and Siena Agudong on the podcast this week and we are talking all things Sidelines 1 and 2. Noah and Siena find out if Mingetown is a real place in the UK and the world crashes when Siena admits she has never had a Nandos.
Luke and Jan debrief the live show and are we going to 2 shows a week? Watch until the end to find out.
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Brooke Vincent Talks Grief and THAT Corrie Return(?)
This week Live Laugh Luke welcomes Coronation Street’s iconic Brooke Vincent to the podcast!
She talks to Luke about her incredible Corrie history, including having the first lesbian relationship on the soap! Luke asks her the BIG question everyone wants to know - will we ever see Brooke return to Weatherfield, with the highly anticipated CorrieDale crossover around the corner?
As well as laughs
Spa dramas for Luke, Playing festive games & Jan wants you to get your cat out!
It’s officially party season! The Hamnetts are back and are building up to December and everything that comes with it!
The cat’s out the bag as Jan reveals her PET hate - friends bringing their furry felines over. Meanwhile, there’s drama at a spa during a special weekend away and a wild confession about waking up in a neighbour’s house (HOW?!)
Plus Luke and Jan talk gay awakenings, big emotion
Wicked Premiere Gossip, Is Christmas Music Illegal in November? and a Festive Gift Guide(!)
Luke and Jan get into it about Christmas again - is it okay to play festive music before December? And if you’re wondering what makes an acceptable gift for your loved ones, don’t fear, Jan and Luke have you covered…. (or do they?!)
Plus Jan tells us all about Ann Summers parties, and Luke fills us in on the Wicked: For Good premiere!
Oh, and there’s another visit to a psychic… but did it
It’s Spicy Q&A Time with Jan: Threesomes AND a Boyfriend Reveal!
This week on the podcast, it’s time to get personal with questions for Luke and Jan - and ANYTHING GOES.
Luke has made headway with his never-ending mission to get a Spice Girl on the pod and Jan has some solid suggestions on how to seal the deal - just Say You’ll Be There, one of you girls!
Jan is thinking of launching her own podcast - the people demand it! - while Luke gives the lowdown o
Jan's Back! We're Talking… Jan's Dancing, Luke's Birthday & Guessing Games
This week on the podcast, Jan returns to the sofa (with her dancing shoes on?), Luke’s had a BIG birthday celebration and there’s games and laughs aplenty.
Luke is feeling the nerves ahead of the big Live, Laugh, Luke LIVE show in December - but he’ll be alright on the night… right?
Jan breaks the difficult news to Luke that he’s never been the most gifted at singing, but Luke is having non
Weddings, Viral Moments, and THAT Fringe Moment with Megan McKenna
Luke is joined by the fabulous Megan McKenna to Live, Laugh and Luke away this episode.
They chat about her journey through the industry, from her reality TV beginnings, to becoming a chart-topping country singer and her passion for making food content online.
Megans shares more about her journey through motherhood, and how she loves being a wife, and of course that chat about *that* iconi
Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Getting Fined, and Jan's Christmas Shopping Already?!
This week on the podcast, we catch up with what’s been going on in the world of Luke and Jan; there’s been an interview with Sophie Ellis-Bextor, and a trip to see Simply Red!
Luke has been humbled by a fan asking for a photo of his mum, but he has also been awarded with a mural in Stoke. Peaks and troughs, hey?!
Jan is thrilled to have hit 90k followers on Instagram, and to celebrate has
Showbiz Rivalries, Tragedies and Breaking up the Band with Claire (from Steps) Richards
Today’s guest is actual pop icon Claire Richards from Steps!
But it wasn’t always about Steps - did you know Claire was in another band?! No, us either, but she tells all to Luke in this episode of Live, Laugh, Luke.
Plus they get into why Claire can’t swear, and talking about her mouth (IYKYK)
P.S. This episode contains a drunken confession from Claire - but you’re going to have to wat
Proposals, Going for Gold and Sh*tting in a Tree with Adam Peaty
Adam Peaty, OBE, is today’s guest on Live, Laugh, Luke.
He chats to Luke about his upcoming nuptials (Luke is swinging for an invite), his incredible career as an Olympic swimmer, his motivations and how faith has become an important part of his life.
And they also play a game of Beat the Peaty - where Luke and Adam go head to head in a (not quite Olympic) challenge.
And apologies for
*Bonus* The Pilot Episode
From the Live, Laugh, Luke vaults is a very special extra episode of the podcast: it’s the very first one! Recorded last year, Jan and Luke get into Luke’s trip to Vegas to see Adele, and Jan’s flat tyre :( Peaks and troughs, eh?!
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OOO - A Quick Break!
Luke and Jan are having a week off the pod, but don’t worry - there’s a LLL surprise coming this week! Listen to find out more!
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Luke’s Getting Married?! Jan’s 'Fan of Melon', and No Plus Ones Allowed!
In today’s episode, Luke and Jan get chatting about weddings and all of the important stuff; should you pay for plus ones you’ve never met at your wedding? Can you get away with wearing white as a guest? And should the first dance be WAP?!
In an age where weddings are getting more expensive and extravagant than ever, Jan shares her wedding budget and the menu she opted for back in the day! Wha
A Bone to Pick with Jan, Psychic Trips and Keeping Secrets ;)
On this week's episode, Luke and Jan weigh up the pros and cons of whether of not Luke should get a ‘fur baby’.
There’s also a strange visit to a psychic, and a chat about why so many of us hold onto sentimental items forever....
Never forget though, whatever happens, Jan absolutely cannot keep a secret - but don’t put that on Facebook, please!
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A-List DMs, Sexy Songs and Princess Diana
Have you ever messaged an A-Lister? Don’t worry, you’re not alone; Luke has a (secret!) love for Cameron Diaz, and he’s been sliding into the DMs, but has he ever had a reply!?
Plus Jan shares her memories about Princess Diana, and how the nation mourned when she died.
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Back To School: The Hamnetts are Skivers and Cheaters!
We’re into September, and that means only one thing… it’s back to school! Luke and Jan reminisce about their school days - someone’s a skiver and someone’s a cheater - but who is who?! We’ll give you a clue - the cheater still ended up getting an E grade, proof that cheaters NEVER prosper.Plus Luke talks about his iconic glasses as a kid, and how he beat the school bullies in the end because, well
*Major* Soap Confessions, Lads Holidays, and Podcast Kisses with Danny Miller
Luke is joined by actor Danny Miller, who you might know as the unlucky in love Aaron Dingle in Emmerdale.
Luke and Danny chat about Emmerdale’s LGBTQIA+ storylines, and how Danny’s character broke the mould as their first gay character.
Plus they chat about the iconic Cilla Black and Hollywood royalty Bette Midler, lads holidays to Faliraki, *and* there’s an official warning for Danny from a
Selling Feet Pics, OnlyJans and Luke’s Internet Search History
This weeks episode welcomes Jan back to her rightful place as Queen of the podcast, and the conversation does NOT disappoint.
Luke has the privilege of explaining OnlyFans to his mum, while Jan wraps her head around the idea of people paying for feet pics (spoiler alert: it’s not for her!)
Plus we get really intimate when we find out just what Luke searches on the internet(!)
And Luke receives
Parenting Styles, Ghost S*x, and a Forgettable First Meeting - with Stacey Dooley
Luke is joined by the amazing presenter and actor Stacey Dooley, and let’s just say this chat is BROAD!
They cover off gentle parenting (is that a real thing?!), right through to meeting Lily Phillips, and Stacey’s appearance in the terrifying play 2:22 A Ghost Story, having erm, relations with a ghost and why you should not mess with the occult!
They also chat about Stacey’s authenticity and
Luke's Up For an Honour - YAY! and Jan Receives A D*ck Pic :(
On this week’s episode, Queen Jan is back to debrief on another week in her life with Luke.
And while Luke is preparing for an honour in Stoke, Jan is being sent d*ck pics(!) Don’t worry though, that’s probably the worst part of Jan’s new found fame, as there’s no real trolls lurking in the Hamnett inboxes - we love to see it!
In other news, everyone knows that the Heartbeat theme tune mea
Live Laugh Puke, Nan Down, and ‘i, Robot’- with Charlotte Crosby
Jan’s pulled a sicky, but thankfully Luke’s pal and reality royalty Charlotte Crosby is on hand, and drops in during the tour for her new book, ‘Lucky Break’, which she tells us all about, and Luke performs an erotic reading(!)
There’s some maybe unexpected discussion about what Charlotte got up to watching 'i, Robot’ when she was younger, and a debate on how long a quickie really should be. 1
Serving Face..!? A Great Lasagne, and Things That REALLY Annoy Luke!
On this week's episode of the pod, Luke puts Jan's 2025 vocabulary to the test to see if she's joined us in the modern era (what *IS* serving face, and does it involve a sex position?!), and Luke tells us about the things that REALLY annoy him... it's a fairly extensive list!
And there's also some chat about the Queen of Queens, Luke's lovely Nan and Jan's mum, who we all love!
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Dancing for a Spice Girl, Jan Meets Stacey Solomon, and Ultimate Icks
This week, Luke and Jan are fresh from a star studded party, where Luke fulfilled a childhood dream of hanging out with a Spice Girl, and Jan made things awkward with the queen of clean, Stacey Solomon.
Plus Luke explains to Jan what an ick is, and they get into everything that makes them heave, from bad breath to backpacks.
Oh and if you’ve ever had a fake tan disaster, this one’s for you
Young Love and a Fifty Shades Kink(!)
This week on the podcast, Luke is joined as always by the Queen of Stoke-On-Trent herself, Janet Hamnett, who may or may not have been born during the war ;)
Luke and Jan chat about the pressures to get married and to have a family once you hit your thirties, and Jan reminisces about getting married at 25. She also tells luke about her love for the Fifty Shades books and her, erm, passions as
Uncle Sh*gging, Poo on the Bathmat, and Jan Calling Luke Daddy…
On this week’s episode of Live, Laugh, Luke, Luke and Jan remember some special memories of Nan - including that time she farted in a Charity Shop and blamed Luke.
Luke shares a story about an unfortunate moment that ended up with a soiled bathmat, and Jan calls Luke…. Daddy. We’ll just leave that one there for you.
Oh, and more of you have sent in some of your confessions, including getting th
Coming Out, Straight Man Dates & Naked Nan
Welcome back to Live, Laugh, Luke! Last week was fun, wasn’t it?!
On this episode, to celebrate all things Pride month, Luke shares his coming out story publicly for the first time - and all of the highs and lows that came with that. Luke talks about how he *had* to come out as gay.
He chats to Jan about dealing with family expectations (after dancing out of the womb!), open homophobia and dat
Queen of Huns, New Phones, BAFTAS *and* a G - string?
In this episode, we'll introduce you to the wonderful Luke and Jan Hamnett. A mother - son duo, whose relationship is relatable in so many ways, and very unexpected in others!
Join them in this first episode, where you'll hear some of their most ridiculous stories (G string who?) and some wild candid confessions (IYKYK). With even more to come…
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Welcome to Live, Laugh, Luke!
Get ready to Live, Laugh and Luke away with Luke Hamnett and his mum Jan, as they share stories, secrets and get into your confessions! The first episode is coming very soon, so make sure you’re following wherever you’re reading this!
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