Great Company with Jamie Laing

Trisha Paytas is one of THE original YouTubers. She started making videos on her kitchen floor over 20 years ago and almost instantly became one of the internet’s most talked about creators. Today, her channel has over a billion views, and she’s behind some of the internet’s most iconic memes. But behind it all is someone who has spent much of her life looking for validation. In our conversation, Trisha opens up about what it’s really like to be one of the internet’s most talked-about people, and the search for validation that has driven so much of it. Trisha shares: Her opinions on Ethan Klein after the Frenemies fallout How she feels about her cancellations How her childhood has impacted her Why Moses is her rock through everything Why she chose unique names for her children Trisha reminds us that the opinions that matter the most come from the people who love us. Trisha Paytas is Great Company. Trisha’s book, Crying on the Kitchen Floor, is out NOW This episode contains discussions of sexual abuse and self-harm. If you’re affected by anything discussed in this episode, please know that support is available. NSPCC Helpline - 0808 800 5000 Samaritans - 116 123 or visit samaritans.org If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast Jamie - https://www.instagram.com/jamielaing And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: [email protected] THE CREDITS Senior Producer: Helen Burke Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins Video: Josh Bennett Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti Production Manager: Archan Mohile Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot. Shot on Sony Cinema Line cameras FX6, FX2 with Sony G-Master lenses 16-35GM, 24-70GM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jo Brand is a laugh a minute. As a comedian, writer and actress, she has been making the nation laugh for decades. I wanted to revisit my conversation with Jo because, beyond the laughs, she's so wise and knowledgeable about the world. There’s something in our conversation for everyone to take away. In this Great Moment, Jo opens up about how being a psychiatric nurse helped her as a stand-up comedian, and how she was able to hilariously heckle her hecklers. Listen to the full episode HERE! If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: Instagram- @greatcompanypodcast TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: [email protected] THE CREDITS Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins Video: Josh Bennett Social Media: Laura Coughlan Snr Producer: Helen Burke Exec Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you don’t know the name Nara Smith, chances are you’ve seen one of her videos online. The model and influencer, who has more than 12 million followers on TikTok, has become famous for making her own frozen yogurt, homemade bread and even skittles - all while dressed in couture. Sitting down with Nara, it’s clear there’s so much more to her than the videos we see online. In our conversation, she opens up about the ambition that has driven her since she was young, and the family that is at the heart of it all. Nara shares: Why she wants to be known for more than her videos The first DM her now-husband Lucky sent her and their whirlwind romance Why she chose unique names for her children Her dream of one day winning an Oscar Nara is proof that you should never judge a book by its cover. Nara Smith is Great Company. You can buy Nara's new book, Homemade, HERE! If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast Jamie - https://www.instagram.com/jamielaing THE CREDITS Senior Producer: Helen Burke Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins Video: Josh Bennett and Lizzie McCarthy Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti Production Manager: Archan Mohile Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adam Lambert has built an incredible career since finishing second on American Idol in 2009. For more than a decade, he’s shared a stage with rock legends Queen and won 14 awards internationally. But before the fame, Adam was working in theatre in the American production of Wicked when he took a leap of faith and auditioned for American Idol. In this Great Moment, Adam reflects on the risk that changed the course of his life, and how more than ten years performing with Queen helped him grow into a stronger performer. Listen to the full episode HERE! If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: Instagram- @greatcompanypodcast TikTok - @greatcompanypodcast And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: [email protected] THE CREDITS Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins Video: Josh Bennett Social Media: Laura Coughlan Snr Producer: Helen Burke Exec Producers: Ewan Newbigging-Lister & Jemima Rathbone Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jake Shane is a comedian and content creator who has quickly become one of Hollywood’s most exciting rising stars. What started as making videos at home with his friends has turned into a cult following of millions and a hit show, Therapuss with Jake Shane, where he’s interviewed everyone from Sandra Bullock to Kylie Jenner. I’ve been a fan of Jake’s for a long time and sitting down with him was so much fun. But despite having millions of followers and so much success, Jake finds it surprisingly hard to enjoy what he’s achieved. In our conversation, Jake shares: Why he struggles to enjoy his own success His thoughts on the Vanity Fair Red Carpet drama The guest he was most nervous for on Therapuss Why he never felt the need to come out His obsessed with British culture After speaking to Jake, it’s clear he has the most incredible career ahead of him, and I can’t wait to see what he does next. Eight out of eight tentacles from me. Jake Shane is Great Company. If you enjoyed the show, you can also follow us: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/greatcompanypodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@greatcompanypodcast Jamie - https://www.instagram.com/jamielaing And if you've got thoughts, questions and comments, you can email us at: [email protected] THE CREDITS Producer: Flossie Barrett Assistant Producer: Issy Weeks-Hankins Video: Lizzie McCarthy Senior Social Media Manager: Laura Coughlan Audio: Rafi Amsili Geovannetti Production Manager: Archan Mohile Exec Producer: Ewan Newbigging-Lister Great Company is an original podcast from JamPot. Shot on Sony Cinema Line cameras FX6, FX2 with Sony G-Master lenses 16-35GM, 24-70GM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.