The Courage to Speak Podcast
1) Paul Sinha: The Courage To Speak About Parkinsonās
Paul Sinha joins Leonie Mellinger to discuss his decision to publicly reveal his Parkinsonās diagnosis, and to chat about life with the disease, his comedy career and being part of ITVās hugely popula...Show More
2) Roger Allam
Leonie speaks to award-winning actor Roger Allam about his career on stage and screen, discussing his experiences in shows ranging from Les Miserables to Endeavour and The Thick of It. He also reveals...Show More
3) India Willoughby
Leonie speaks to the pioneering broadcaster and journalist, best known for becoming Britain's first transgenderĀ newsreader and Loose Women presenter. India speaks movingly about her journey, from lear...Show More
4) Lady Helena Kennedy
Leonie speaks to one of Britain's most distinguished lawyers about her pioneering career, from her humble beginnings in Glasgow to her recent appointment to The Order of the Thistle, the highest honou...Show More
5) Peter Tatchell
Leonie speaks to campaigner Peter Tatchell about his extraordinary life and career, which has seen him become one of the greatest living examples of 'the courage to speak'. He discusses his difficult ...Show More
6) Dame Harriet Walter
Leonie speaks to the award-winning actress, whose many acclaimed performances range from the Royal Shakespeare Company to Succession and Ted Lasso. She reveals how she dealt with difficulties at schoo...Show More
7) Gary Lineker
For the first episode of series two, Leonie speaks to footballer turned presenter Gary Lineker, who is known for speaking out on a range of humanitarian, climate and other issues. He discusses how he ...Show More
8) Kathy Lette
Leonie speaks to bestselling novelist Kathy Lette, the self-described 'mouth from the south', about her landmark books and record of speaking out on a range of issues.
9) Hugh Quarshie
Leonie speaks to acclaimed actor Hugh Quarshie about his fascinating early life and how he found his voice on stage and screen.
10) Dame Carol Black
Leonie speaks to a revered figure in the world of public health, who reflects on her outstanding medical career, as both clinician and scientist, and long record of speaking up.