Episodes

  • Dr Ranj on Joe & Dianne, the romance, the upcoming tour, changes for 2019 & winners Stacey and Kevin!

    Dr Ranj on Joe & Dianne, the romance, the upcoming tour, changes for 2019 & winners Stacey and Kevin!
    Dec 17 2018
    Fan favourite Dr Ranj is with us in the studio as we sum up Strictly 2018 and the new champs Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton! Ranj also gets the lowdown on what to expect from the 2019 Strictly tour from last year’s finalist Debbie McGee, and there’s much discussion about pacing yourself with the inevitable partying… Turns out Ranj lives in the same building at Joe Sugg so had an inkling something romantic was brewing with pro-dancer Dianne... Ranj also talks us through what happened when the cast of 2018 celebrated Stacey and Kevin’s win on Saturday night; yes, Lee Ryan sang some Blue songs and yes, the odd Steps’ tune did get a spin in Faye’s honour. Alongside host Rachel Ward, plus the Telegraph’s Chrissy Amer and Jess McAree, our panel dissect the show dances and look back at their memorable moments from this series. But that’s not all, for this final episode of the series, we’ve got some serious suggestions for potential format changes when Strictly returns next September and our panel has early predictions on which celebrities could get involved in 2019. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    47 mins
  • Lauren and AJ plus that Ashley dilemma discussed in full!

    Lauren and AJ plus that Ashley dilemma discussed in full!
    Dec 10 2018
    Ashley Roberts is still bearing the brunt of whether it’s fair to have those with professional dance experience appear on Strictly and it gets a thorough airing on this week’s podcast. Debbie McGee, host Rachel Ward and the Telegraph’s Jess McAree and Chrissy Amer weigh in with their thoughts as we look ahead to the final four of Ashley, Joe, Faye and Stacey. Lauren Steadman and AJ Pritchard chat to us backstage at Elstree Studios, reflecting on how they’ve adapted their choreography throughout the series, Lauren’s determination and AJ’s potential next career as a ventriloquist. Really. We also give our Strictly final predictions on which dances we’d like to see again and what a good booking the team have got for the final musical guest. Christmas has arrived. Email us at strictly@telegraph.co.uk with your thoughts and there’s the hashtag #TalkingStrictly if you want to chat on social media. New episodes arrive every Monday teatime and for the latest on what’s in store on Strictly, keep up to date by visiting www.telegraph.co.uk/strictly for Michael Hogan’s live blog and the weekly Ballroom Bulletin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    41 mins
  • Ore Oduba, Charles Venn and Strictly tour secrets!

    Ore Oduba, Charles Venn and Strictly tour secrets!
    Dec 3 2018
    Ore Oduba, 2016 Strictly champ, is in the studio to launch the 2019 live tour and came prepared to dish the dirt. Debbie McGee joins us from panto rehearsals, and reminisces with Ore about tour life, room service, massages and all. Charles Venn and Karen Clifton share what makes a Strictly high as well as revealing Charles’ dance nemesis. There’s also the tricks of the trade for when you’re waiting to go out on the Strictly dance floor, and the cheekiness that can happen waiting to dance on the live tour. Plus Ore and Debbie discuss the pros and cons of being joined by more dancers than you’re used to for those live routines. Host Rachel Ward and Telegraph panelists Jess McAree and Chrissy Amer bring it all together plus we hear what a young Strictly fan made of Saturday night’s action, and we’ve got a bunch of stats to get you in the mood for the semi-finals. Email us at strictly@telegraph.co.uk with your thoughts on Strictly so far and there’s the hashtag #TalkingStrictly if you want to chat on social media. New episodes arrive every Monday teatime and for the latest on what’s in store on Strictly, keep up to date by visiting www.telegraph.co.uk/strictly for Michael Hogan’s live blog and the weekly Ballroom Bulletin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    52 mins
  • Stacey Dooley, Kevin Clifton, James and Ola Jordan on secrets, danceathons and strong opinions

    Stacey Dooley, Kevin Clifton, James and Ola Jordan on secrets, danceathons and strong opinions
    Nov 26 2018
    Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton chat to us backstage to reveal their dance nemesis and both tell us something about themselves that we never knew before. If you want to pop on The Cure after listening this week, let’s just say Kevin will love that. Meanwhile James and Ola Jordan have strong thoughts about the Couple’s Choice dances and whether that new category deserves a place on Strictly. Panto rehearsals don’t stop Debbie McGee from being on this week’s panel, alongside host Rachel Ward and the Telegraph’s Chrissy Amer and Jess McAree. We’ve also learnt a few things about 80s kids’ TV legend Sooty, who is pantomiming with Debbie this festive season. And if you’re inspired to dance from this year’s Strictly, then we meet a couple who did just that. It led them to the Rivoli Ballroom and a lifetime together. Email us at strictly@telegraph.co.uk to join in next week and remember new episodes arrive every Monday teatime. Let us know what you think on social media using the hashtag #TalkingStrictly. And for the latest news on what’s in store on Strictly, keep up to date by visiting www.telegraph.co.uk/strictly for Michael Hogan’s live blog and the weekly Ballroom Bulletin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    35 mins
  • Kate Silverton, Ashley Roberts and a Blackpool ten-fest!

    Kate Silverton, Ashley Roberts and a Blackpool ten-fest!
    Nov 19 2018
    We’re channelling the positivity of Kate Silverton this week; as she bows out with much grace, Kate talks to us about gaining confidence on the show and why she’s a total dance convert now. Ashley Roberts answers her critics who remain unhappy about her past level of dance training as she chats to us backstage at Strictly, plus we celebrate her perfect score of 40, the first of 2018. See, Craig has still got a 10 paddle after all. Debbie McGee is back from sailing the high seas and joins host Rachel Ward and the Telegraph’s Chrissy Amer and Jess McAree to dissect the dances from Blackpool. Debbie shares her insider info on what performing in the Tower Ballroom is really like, plus we hear from a Strictly-viewing grandma who feels Blackpool week tends to overwhelm the celebrity contestants. Email us at strictly@telegraph.co.uk with your thoughts on Strictly so far and there’s the hashtag #TalkingStrictly if you want to chat on social media. New episodes arrive every Monday teatime and for the latest on what’s in store on Strictly, keep up to date by visiting www.telegraph.co.uk/strictly for Michael Hogan’s live blog and the weekly Ballroom Bulletin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    37 mins
  • Danny John-Jules, Kate Silverton and Ashley Roberts discuss the joy and strain of Strictly

    Danny John-Jules, Kate Silverton and Ashley Roberts discuss the joy and strain of Strictly
    Nov 12 2018
    Danny John-Jules tells us what he’s taken away from being on Strictly - he was wearing flip-flops throughout our chat as that’s all his feet could take at this point. Plus Kate Silverton and Ashley Roberts have a deep and meaningful about how vital the support is that they’re getting from the rest of the Strictly gang. It’s all about the hugs you see. Host Rachel Ward looks ahead to Blackpool and the Boyzone Children in Need special with this week’s panel of Jess McAree and Chrissy Amer, and instead of the kids’ verdict this week we get the opinion on the dancing from an expert grandma. There’s also a close look at how often Craig Revel Horwood brings out his ten paddle, which he’s yet to find so far this series. Email us at strictly@telegraph.co.uk to join in next week and remember new episodes arrive every Monday teatime. Let us know what you think on social media using the hashtag #TalkingStrictly. And for the latest news on what’s in store on Strictly, keep up to date by visiting www.telegraph.co.uk/strictly for Michael Hogan’s live blog and the weekly Ballroom Bulletin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    40 mins
  • Dr Ranj, waiting for the loo at Strictly, and tales from the studio

    Dr Ranj, waiting for the loo at Strictly, and tales from the studio
    Nov 5 2018
    Dr Ranj reflects on his time in Strictly and how his only negative feedback from fans was if his dance came too late on in the show and parents need to get kids to bed. Debbie McGee and host Rachel Ward were in the studio for the weekend’s shows and reveal what it’s really like to be in the Strictly audience with only a juice and a Freddo to keep you going for more than 7 hours. Plus, alongside the rest of the Talking Strictly panel, the Telegraph’s Chrissy Amer and Jess McAree, there’s a slight educational aspect this week concerning historical and cultural differences dealing with what to do when you really need the loo. There is thankfully much critique of the dancing as well, from whether the new couples’ choice is fair, to who is edging closest towards that winning position. A trio of teenagers also share their differing opinions on the contestants, and Kim Rowell takes a look at the leaderboards over the years to see whether it can predict who will win. Email us at strictly@telegraph.co.uk to join in next week and remember new episodes arrive every Monday teatime. Let us know what you think on social media using the hashtag #TalkingStrictly. And for the latest news on what’s in store on Strictly, keep up to date by visiting www.telegraph.co.uk/strictly for Michael Hogan’s live blog and the weekly Ballroom Bulletin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    45 mins
  • Faye Tozer, Halloween curses and the end of kissgate

    Faye Tozer, Halloween curses and the end of kissgate
    Oct 29 2018
    As we kiss goodbye to Seann Walsh (sorry couldn’t resist) his eventful time on Strictly comes under the spotlight with Debbie McGee, host Rachel Ward and the Talking Strictly panel of Chrissy Amer and Jess McAree. Faye Tozer chats to us backstage at the Strictly studios about being partnered with Giovanni Pernice after his stellar year with our own Debbie McGee, and Faye gives us unusual tips for your new shoes and blistered feet involving vodka and eggs. No lie. Just listen. We also get schooled on how to pronounce the Italian names in the show from this week’s young Strictly viewers who happen to hail from Italy, plus Kim Rowell’s stats lowdown involves who holds the varying records when it comes the number of tens the celebs have scored throughout Strictly history. Email us at strictly@telegraph.co.uk to join in next week and remember new episodes arrive every Monday teatime. Let us know what you think on social media using the hashtag #TalkingStrictly. And for the latest news on what’s in store on Strictly, keep up to date by visiting www.telegraph.co.uk/strictly for Michael Hogan’s live blog and the weekly Ballroom Bulletin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    35 mins