Off Script
By Nadia Harding
Off Script is a good old fashioned interview podcast themed around the arts, literature and explores some of the most popular wellbeing trends. Join your host Nadia, as she chats to fresh new artists, actors, authors, comedians, illustrators and ocean scientists! Guests include, Meik Viking (The CEO of Happiness) Libby Page (Author of the Lido) and geek out on the world of Harry Potter with actor Tom Aldridge.
The next chapter following on from her Saturday Brunch show on Phoenix 98FM. Enjoy!
Instagram: @Nadiaonair
Twitter: @Nadia_OnAir
The next chapter following on from her Saturday Brunch show on Phoenix 98FM. Enjoy!
Instagram: @Nadiaonair
Twitter: @Nadia_OnAir
Off ScriptApr 20, 2021
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01:24:47
Ep. 3: Jon Burns - Interior Design Masters
In this episode I chat to Jon Burns who was a contestant on BBC Interior Design Masters. Interior designer Jon captivated hearts during the second season of the show which will soon be on Netflix. I had a lot of fun interviewing Jon, we talk all about the show, what’s next and he shares a top decorating tip for listeners to get started!
Oct 24, 202134:04
Ep.2: Libby Page - carving out time to write
In this episode we revisit an interview with Sunday Times bestselling author Libby Page who has recently released a new book called ‘The Island Home’ We talked about her career as a writer and the importance of carving out time to peruse your passions on.
Sep 07, 202126:11
Ep. 1: Tom Aldridge - Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
In todays episode geek out with Nadia as she explores the world of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child with actor Tom Aldridge.
Tom Aldridge, is an English television and theatre actor. He is best known for playing Ron Weasley in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in London's West End but has also been in shows such as Les Miserable, Made in Dagenham and TV appearances in Call the Midwife and Silent Witness.
Tom Aldridge, is an English television and theatre actor. He is best known for playing Ron Weasley in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child in London's West End but has also been in shows such as Les Miserable, Made in Dagenham and TV appearances in Call the Midwife and Silent Witness.
Jul 06, 202135:01
Ep.20: Musical Takeover - Feat. West End performers & listeners
To celebrate theatres starting to reopen, listeners and West End performers share their favourite musical tracks on Saturday Brunch.
Thank you to everyone that sent in lovely voice notes, this was by far one of my favourite shows to produce
⭐️Featuring ⭐️
Chris Parkinson
Laura Emitt
Jacob MicIntosh
Hyoie O’Grady
Claire Fishenden
Lisa Holmes
Thank you to everyone that sent in lovely voice notes, this was by far one of my favourite shows to produce
⭐️Featuring ⭐️
Chris Parkinson
Laura Emitt
Jacob MicIntosh
Hyoie O’Grady
Claire Fishenden
Lisa Holmes
Apr 20, 202101:24:47
Ep.19: Helen Russell - Living Danishly & how to be sad
In this episode I chatted to the lovely Helen Russell about her latest book 'How to Be Sad.' Helen is a journalist and author who has been researching happiness since 2013 and written several books including The Year of Living Danishly, Gone Viking and The Atlas of Happiness. We dive into a variety of concepts from her books and after such a tough year, I took comfort in talking so openly about sadness which is such a natural part of being human and finding happiness.
To find out more visit:
Helen - www.helenrussell.co.uk | Instagram @mshelenrussell
Nadia - www.phoenixfm.com | Instagram @Nadiaonair
Mar 20, 202121:15
Ep.18: Annie Rockson - The power of poetry
In this episode I chat to the talented Annie Rockson about her latest spoken word poem 'Express Yourself' released during children’s mental health week. We talked about how poetry has helped her tackle a lot social anxiety and can be a form of self care. Annie has performed at venues such as The House of Commons, Love Box and Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park! Twitter @gyallikeannie Instagram: @Nadiaonair
Twitter: @Nadia_OnAir
Twitter: @Nadia_OnAir
Feb 22, 202124:39
Ep. 17: Meik Wiking - Hygge & happiness
This week I chatted to Meik Wiking AKA the Indiana Jones of Smiles!
Meik is the CEO of The Happiness Institute in Copenhagen and author of several books including New York Times Bestsellers, The Little Book of Hygge and The Little Book of Lykke.
I loved chatting to Meik especially during this tough time and exploring the research behind some of the worlds biggest happiness trends.
To find out more visit:
Meik - www.meikwiking.com
@meikwiking
Nadia – www.phoenixfm.com/author/nadia
@Nadiaonair
Meik is the CEO of The Happiness Institute in Copenhagen and author of several books including New York Times Bestsellers, The Little Book of Hygge and The Little Book of Lykke.
I loved chatting to Meik especially during this tough time and exploring the research behind some of the worlds biggest happiness trends.
To find out more visit:
Meik - www.meikwiking.com
@meikwiking
Nadia – www.phoenixfm.com/author/nadia
@Nadiaonair
Oct 18, 202029:04
Ep. 16: Rowan Henthorn - Protect our oceans
In this episode I chatted to marine scientist, Rowan Henthorn. We talked about her epic voyage across the Great Pacific Ocean with eXXpedition an all female sailing crew, investigating the affects of plastic pollution. We talked about where her passion for the ocean from growing up on the Isle of Man and she has a cracking podcast called ‘Making Waves’ interviewing ocean explorers in a six part series of stories from the sea. To find out more:
Instagram - @ocean_row
www.phoenixfm.com/author/nadia @nadiaonair
Aug 23, 202029:12
Ep. 15: Hyoie O’Grady - Lets take to the stage
In this episode I had a right laugh chatting to musical theatre performer Hyoie O’Grady best know for playing Enjolras in Les Miserables on the West End and Curly in Oklahoma at Chichester Festival Theatre. We talked about the importance of staying true to yourself in the industry and enjoying the process. To find out more:
Twitter - @hyoie
www.phoenixfm.com/author/nadia
Twitter - @hyoie
www.phoenixfm.com/author/nadia
Jul 08, 202024:53
Ep. 14: Libby Page - A passion for writing
This week I got to interview Sunday Times bestselling author Libby Page. We talked about the roaring success of her first book ‘The Lido’ and discussed her latest book ‘The 24-Hour Cafe’. We also talked about the importance of carving out time to peruse your passions on a daily basis. To find out more:
Libby Page – libbypage.co.uk/
Insta – @libbypagewrites
Nadia Harding – www.phoenixfm.com/author/nadia
Insta – @Nadiaonair
Libby Page – libbypage.co.uk/
Insta – @libbypagewrites
Nadia Harding – www.phoenixfm.com/author/nadia
Insta – @Nadiaonair
Jun 20, 202026:32
Ep. 13: Shahroo Izadi - The Kindness Method
In this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing special guest Shahroo Izadi; behavioural change specialist and author of ‘The Kindness Method’ and ‘The Last Diet’. We spoke about why habits are so difficult to change, why kindness and self compassion are key when building positive changes and a little about her new book the last diet. I found it so interesting talking to Shahroo and understanding some of the triggers that affect our habits and moods.
To find out more:
Shahroo Izadi – www.shahrooizadi.co.uk
Insta – @shahroo_izadi
Nadia Harding – www.phoenixfm.com/author/nadia
Insta – @NadsHarding
To find out more:
Shahroo Izadi – www.shahrooizadi.co.uk
Insta – @shahroo_izadi
Nadia Harding – www.phoenixfm.com/author/nadia
Insta – @NadsHarding
Jun 14, 202026:13
Ep. 12: Suzy Reading - Self care during tough times
This week I got to interview special guest Suzy Ready. Suzy is a mother of two, a Chartered Psychologist, Author, Yoga Teacher, Health Coach and is on the editorial board for the 'Nourish App' a new well-being app to support mums.
I loved speaking to Suzy; we spoke about the importance of mental wellbeing and self care during tough times linked to her new book. She also provides listeners with easy tips on how to weave these practices into our everyday lives.
To find out more:
Suzy Reading - www.suzyreading.co.uk
Insta - @suzyreading
Nadia Harding - www.phoenixfm.com/author/nadia
Insta - @Nadiaonair
I loved speaking to Suzy; we spoke about the importance of mental wellbeing and self care during tough times linked to her new book. She also provides listeners with easy tips on how to weave these practices into our everyday lives.
To find out more:
Suzy Reading - www.suzyreading.co.uk
Insta - @suzyreading
Nadia Harding - www.phoenixfm.com/author/nadia
Insta - @Nadiaonair
May 23, 202023:37
Ep. 11: Lucie Jones - A career on the stage
In this episode Nadia interviews special guest Lucie Jones for Phoenix FM, we talk about her career on the stage since appearing on the X Factor in 2009. She has stared in several major musical productions, including Rent, Legally Blonde, Ghost, Les Misérables and most recently playing Jenna in Waitress on the West End, she has also represented the UK in 2017’s Eurovision. Enjoy!
Follow me on Instagram- @nadsharding
Follow Lucie on Twitter – @luciejones1
Follow me on Instagram- @nadsharding
Follow Lucie on Twitter – @luciejones1
May 11, 202015:53
Ep. 10: Sasa Elebea - The power of illustration
In this episode Nadia interviews special guest Sasa Elebea.
Sasa is an Argentinean illustrator and entrepreneur, living in Tel Aviv who empowers women through her digital art across the world. She has over 109,000 followers on Instagram who are inspired by her work daily, including me!
In this episode we talk about how illustration can be extremely comforting whilst also having a powerful message. I loved speaking to Sasa and during the current climate her art seems more important that ever to help us stay in a positive mindset.
Sasa visit : @sasa_elebea www.elebea.com
Nadia visit: @NadsHarding www.phoenixfm.com/author/nadia
Sasa is an Argentinean illustrator and entrepreneur, living in Tel Aviv who empowers women through her digital art across the world. She has over 109,000 followers on Instagram who are inspired by her work daily, including me!
In this episode we talk about how illustration can be extremely comforting whilst also having a powerful message. I loved speaking to Sasa and during the current climate her art seems more important that ever to help us stay in a positive mindset.
Sasa visit : @sasa_elebea www.elebea.com
Nadia visit: @NadsHarding www.phoenixfm.com/author/nadia
May 01, 202026:35
Ep. 9: Time In.
Tune in for tips on time in. From virtual dinner parties, texting all your ex's to virtual ballet at the Royal Opera House. Sending love to everyone during this strange and uncertain time. Nadia x @nadsharding
Mar 23, 202017:39
Ep 8: Health & nutrition tips
Saturday Brunch host Nadia, was joined by Dietician Rebecca Hurst who answered listeners nutrition questions on air. She specialises in vegan, vegetarian and plant-based diets. Tune in every Saturday at 10am on Phoenix 98FM.
Feb 02, 202025:41
Acoustic Room - Ronnie O’Grady
Saturday Brunch host Nadia, was joined by local singer Veronica O’Grady for a soulful morning of live music and chat. Tune in every Saturday at 10am on Phoenix 98FM.
Jan 25, 202015:31
Childhood dreams & orangutans
Loved today’s show, we talked about what you wanted to be when you were a kid, from a thunderbird to an astronaut.
Thanks to my special guest my Dad, Mike Harding who talked about his time in Borneo with the orangutans and documentary recommendations.
Tune for the live show every Saturday at 10am on Phoenix FM. Nads x
Thanks to my special guest my Dad, Mike Harding who talked about his time in Borneo with the orangutans and documentary recommendations.
Tune for the live show every Saturday at 10am on Phoenix FM. Nads x
Jan 15, 202013:47
Beauty & Lifestyle show
Saturday Brunch host Nadia Harding was joined by Molly, Beauty and Lifestyle Editor in the studio on Phoenix FM. They talked about festive glamour and the best high street brands to stock up on.
Dec 21, 201921:20