What if? with Lorraine & Rosie
A podcast hosted by Lorraine Kelly and her daughter Rosie Smith, exploring life's 'what ifs' — the turning points, decisions, and hidden passions that shape our lives. Each week they chat with celebrity guests about alternative paths and the meaning of success and satisfaction. Produced by Pixiu.
Episodes
The Gynae Geek with Dr Anita Mitra
Lorraine and Rosie are joined by Dr Anita Mitra – aka The Gynae Geek – for a warm, no-filter chat about female health. They dive into the realities of pregnancy, birth stories and recovery, and talk honestly about ovarian cysts, pain and when to push for answers, all with plenty of laughter and genuinely reassuring advice.
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Faith is All You Need with Reverend Richard Coles
This week, Lorraine and Rosie are joined by Reverend Richard Coles — broadcaster, writer, and all-round national treasure — for a joyful chat about belief, balance, and finding humour in the holiest of places. From pop stardom to the pulpit, Richard shares his take on life’s big questions with warmth, wit, and a surprising dose of mischief.
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The British Bloke with Geoff Norcott
In this episode of What If? with Lorraine and Rosie, the duo sit down with comedian, writer, and commentator Geoff Norcott for a chat that’s as thought-provoking as it is funny.
Together, they explore the big “what ifs” behind modern life — from politics and polarisation to parenting, free speech, and finding balance in an age of outrage.
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Dead Ringers with Jan Ravens
This week on What If? , the brilliant Jan Ravens joins the conversation to explore the roads not taken, the surprising turns in her career, and the voices—both literal and metaphorical—that have shaped her story.
From Dead Ringers impressions to unexpected life lessons, Jan shares warmth, wit, and wise reflections on reinvention, resilience, and the power of laughter.
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The Nicest Man In the World with Michael Palin
This week, Lorraine and Rosie are joined by legendary traveller, writer, and Monty Python star Michael Palin for an unforgettable conversation that journeys from comedy to the ends of the Earth.
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Beyond the Horizon with Jo Hamilton
This week, on What If? Lorraine and Rosie are joined by Jo Hamilton.
Jo dives into her powerful and personal journey as a former sub-postmistress wrongly prosecuted in the Post Office Horizon IT scandal. Jo shares how she was accused of false accounting due to faulty Post Office software, the devastating impact on her life, and her relentless fight for justice.
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Sort Your Life Out with Dilly Carter
This week on What If? Lorraine and Rosie are joined by the Queen of Decluttering, Dilly Carter. Dilly discusses her search for her birth Mother in Sri Lanka and speaks honestly and openly on her journey with cancer.
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Feel Good with Joe Wicks
This week, Lorraine, Rosie, and baby Billie are joined in the studio by The Body Coach himself, Joe Wicks!
Joe chats about the buzz around his new protein bar and his mission to get the government to shake up the nation’s food laws.
Also, Lorraine's got a bone to pick...
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Strictly showbiz with Ross King
On this episode of What If? Lorraine and Rosie sit down with showbiz legend and recent Strictly Come Dancing eliminee, Ross King!
Ross chats about his ALMOST career as a professional footballer, his big move to LA, and of course we couldn't let him go without getting a bit of Strictly gossip...
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Love is all around with Marti Pellow
Our brand new season of What If? kicks off with a sweet (very) little mystery guest... It’s Rosie's gorgeous new baby, Billie!
And if that wasn’t enough, we’re joined by the legendary Marti Pellow. The pop icon chats Wet Wet Wet superstardom, resilience and reinvention, plus why he still gets so excited by the stage.
Plus Marti and Lorraine talks about their stints on The Masked Singer as Wol
Amy Dowden MBE
Lorraine and Rosie are joined by the inspirational dancer, Amy Dowden MBE. This episode was recorded earlier in 2024 before Amy's Strictly journey. Amy discusses her early days in the Ballroom and also speaks openly about her breast cancer experience.
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Paul Burrell
Lorraine and Rosie's guest this week is Paul Burrell, former butler to Diana, Princess of Wales. Paul discusses his time in the Royal household including his first meeting with a young Diana Spencer and winning over the Queen's Corgis with sausages from the staff canteen!
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Jojo Moyes
The award winning author, screenwriter and journalist Jojo Moyes joins Lorraine and Rosie to chat about the "what if" moments in her life – including what it took to get published, nearly getting married at 17, and why she needed a baseball bat for her first job in London after school.
Don't forget Jojo's course, Writing Love Stories with Jojo Moyes is out now on BBC Maestro.
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Mary Berry
Lorraine and Rosie are back with some very special episodes of What If?
This week, its a very special invite to visit the one and only Mary Berry.
Mary provides some very gooey chocolate brownies for the recording which are devoured as she recalls growing up in Bath, her early jobs selling ovens, training at the Cordon Bleu and her move into television.
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Dr Hilary Jones
Television's favourite GP, Dr Hilary Jones joined Lorraine and Rosie to discuss his journey into TV, becoming an author and helping rock stars with their ailments!
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Judi Love
Comedian Judi Love joins Lorraine and Rosie to discuss her rise to famed the power of a good laugh!
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Sir Lee Pearson CBE
Lorraine and Rosie are joined by 14 times Paralympic Gold medalist, Sir Lee Pearson CBE. Sir Lee discusses life as a highly decorated Para equestrian, being allergic to horses, meeting Margaret Thatcher and becoming a dad.
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains discussion around the theme of suicide. Listener discretion is advised. If you feel this may affect you negatively, please choose another
Professor Brian Cox
This week Lorraine and Rosie are joined by Professor Brian Cox to discuss, black holes, gravity and pop success!
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Sally Dynevor
This week's guest is British actress, Sally Dynevor who is best known for her role as Sally Metcalfe in Coronation Street. Sally discusses her long career on the Cobbles as well as the time she was diagnosed with breast cancer at the same time as her on screen character.
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Hannah Graf MBE
Our guest this week is Hannah Graf MBE. In 2013 Hannah came out as a transgender woman and became one of the highest ranking transgender soldiers within the British Army. After meeting and marrying her husband, award-winning actor, director and writer, Jake, the couple have just welcomed their second daughter, Teddy into the world.
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Aled Jones
As we approach Christmas who better to ask 'What If?' than singer and presenter Aled Jones. Aled discusses his early days in the Bangor Cathedral Choir and singing for Rock Royalty!
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Joe Tracini
Actor, presenter and author Joe Tracini joins Lorraine and Rosie to discuss his books, lockdown videos and his struggles with mental health.
Trigger Warning: This episode contains conversations around suicide and mental health that some listeners may find difficult, listener discretion is advised.
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Scott Mitchell
In this special edition of What If? brought to you by Home Instead, Lorraine and Rosie discuss Alzheimers and care at home as well as life with one of Britain's best loved TV stars with author and husband of the late Barbara Windsor, Scott Mitchell.
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Luke Evans
Lorraine and Rosie are back with a brand new series of What If? Kicking of this season its Welsh actor, singer and all round superstar, Luke Evans!
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Naughty Boy
In the final episode of this season brought to you by Home Instead, Lorraine and Rosie discuss the #CareConversation with special guest, Naughty Boy. As well as being known for his hit records with the likes of Emeli Sandé and Beyonce, he's also spent the past few years caring for his mother who suffers from dementia. From winning Deal or No Deal to selling victorian dolls, Naughty Boy explains hi
Jo Brand
English comedian and 'national disgrace' Jo Brand, joins Lorraine and Rosie to talk about her what if's and a potential career in politics...
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Ed Balls
This week, Lorraine and Rosie are joined by former Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, Ed Balls. From cooking, to his own day, this week's guest has got it all.
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Ruby Wax
This week, Lorraine and Rosie are joined by the legendary Ruby Wax. From superstar comedian, to mental health campaigner, the pair take a deep dive into the journey behind her career.
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Alison Hammond
This week, Lorraine and Rosie sit down with television powerhouse Alison Hammond, to discuss her journey from Big Brother to daytime TV.
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Annie Wallace
This week, Lorraine and Rosie are joined by actress Annie Wallace, to discuss the highs and lows of life as a transgender performer.
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Andi Peters
This week, Lorraine and Rosie are joined by fellow television presenter Andi Peters to talk about the twists and turns of life behind the screen.
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Sophie Ellis-Bextor
From taking a chance on a dance record, to entertaining us all in her kitchen disco, Sophie Ellis-Bextor joins Lorraine and Rosie to look back on career defining moments. What If? is brought to you by Home Instead.
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Sir Ranulph Fiennes
This week Lorraine and Rosie are joined by king of the expedition Sir Ranulph Fiennes, to discuss the trials and tribulations of adventuring around the globe!
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Katie Piper
Katie Piper joins Lorraine and Rosie to discuss key turning points in her life, from love, career to finding herself.
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Sharleen Spiteri
Lorraine and Rosie embrace their musical sides as they speak to Sharleen Spiteri, lead singer of the band Texas. Sharleen speaks about the moments that have shaped her life, from taking a hairdressing job to dancing the tango with Alan Rickman...
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Dr Catherine Green
Scientist behind the Astrazeneca vaccine, Dr Catherine Green, joins Lorraine and Rosie to answer the ultimate 'What If?'. We hear the story behind the creation of the life saving jab and the real people creating it.
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Eddie Izzard
Comedian and Actor, Eddie Izzard, joins Lorraine and Rosie to discuss key turning points in her life and the obstacles she's had to climb over.
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Cecelia Ahern
Author, Cecelia Ahern was only 21 when her debut book 'PS I love you' was sold as a film. In this episode she discusses crossroad moments that have lead to her big breaks and personal triumphs.
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Kate Thornton
Presenter, Kate Thornton, discusses her 'What If' moments: Becoming the editor of smash hits at 22 and her mixed feeling about launching Simon Cowell's TV career.
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Larry Lamb
Larry Lamb joins Lorraine and Rosie to discuss how a conversation with a stranger in a german bar launched his acting career.
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Gabby Logan
Gabby Logan discusses the chance encounters that lead to her highflying career as a sports presenter, and the tragic near misses that have shaped her life.
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Lawrence Chaney
Lawrence Chaney sits down with Lorraine and Rosie, to discuss how he went from Ru Paul superfan to Drag Race winner.
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Shirley Ballas
What If Shirley Ballas didn't discover dance at 7 years old? Lorraine and Rosie are joined by Strictly judge, Shirley Ballas, to find how she waltzed her way onto our screens.
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KSI
What If youtuber KSI never picked up a camera? In the first episode of series two Lorraine and Rosie are joined by the multi-hyphenated internet success, KSI, to ask 'What If?' Brought to you by Beauty Pie, the world's first luxury beauty buyers' club (see episode notes for more details and offers)
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Introducing Series 2
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Marcia Kilgore
Beauty Pie founder, serial entrepreneur and one time competitive body builder (!), Marcia Kilgore, joins Lorraine and Rosie to ask 'What if?'
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Hannah Ingram-Moore
Captain Tom Moore's daughter Hannah Ingram-Moore joins Lorraine and Rosie this week to ask 'What if?'
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Craig David
Singer-Songwriter Craig David joins Lorraine and Rosie for this week's What If?
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Jane Fallon
Best selling author Jane Fallon joins Lorraine and Rosie for this week's What If?
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Beverley Knight
Soul singer, Beverley Knight joins Lorraine and Rosie on this week's 'What if?'
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Rob Rinder
Barrister and TV personality, Rob Rinder joins Lorraine and Rosie for this week's What If?
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Cat Deeley
Lorraine and Rosie are joined on this episode by presenter, model and actress, Cat Deeley.
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Tim Peake
Lorraine and Rosie are joined by the first British astronaut to visit the International Space Station - Tim Peake.
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Marian Keyes
On this week's What if?, Lorraine and Rosie are joined by one of the most successful Irish novelists of all time, Marian Keyes.
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Michelle Visage
Lorraine and Rosie are joined by Dj, singer, actress and star of Ru Paul's Drag Race and Strictly Come Dancing, Michelle Visage.
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Gok Wan
In the very first episode of 'What if?', Lorraine and Rosie are joined by stylist, presenter, designer, author and DJ, Gok Wan to ask......What if?
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Introducing What If?
TV royalty Lorraine Kelly and her daughter, Rosie discuss life's big decisions in What If?
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