“We cried with laughter, and we cried with sadness – doing Race Across the World with my mum was everything.” – Dylan Llewellyn
“Elton John’s kneecaps have been turned into jewellery. Centuries, Scott – CENTURIES!” – Stefan Powell
“I can’t believe he’s my son. I’m so proud.” – Jackie Llewellyn
A Thursday morning with face yoga & fake weather apps
Scott kicked off Thursday in a giddy mood, testing out face yoga live on air after a listener swore by it: “It’s like going to the gym for your face,” explained Steph from East Grinstead. The results? A lot of gurning, Stefan calling him out, and Ellie howling in the background.
Scott also confessed he’d been “lied to by the weather app,” realising that the rain percentage isn’t the chance of rain but the percentage of an area affected. His conclusion: “So I might still get wet, but at least I’ve learned some GCSE geography at 7am.”
Good Morning Minute – from bell ringing to green eyeliner
The Good Morning Minute once again captured the weird and wonderful lives of the faithful:
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Denise in Lincoln was off to see her granddaughter’s dance show in Blackpool before heading to Yorkshire.
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Sarah in Ross-on-Wye was prepping breakfast, lunch, and most importantly coffee before a girls’ trip to Albania.
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Pam in Kidderminster matched her green eyeliner to her green suit. Scott: “That’s commitment to colour coding.”
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Catherine in North Shields had done a morning run and was making packed lunches for herself and son Harry.
A neat mix of real life, lipstick, and logistics.
Pause for Thought – We’re all Jock Thompson’s bairns
Alan Sorenson joined live from Scotland with a reflection that hit home: stereotypes melt when you actually live alongside someone different. His refrain “we’re all Jock Thompson’s bairns” – meaning we’re all the same under the skin – was delivered in multiple accents on request. Scott loved it: “Alan, you’re a legend – the whole UK’s going to be saying that now.”
Elton’s golden kneecaps
One of the day’s viral nuggets came from a new documentary claiming that Elton John had his kneecaps turned into gold jewellery. Scott was equal parts fascinated and horrified: “This is bigger than the time I told everyone Michael Ball’s got new hips.” Stefan added: “Centuries, Scott – they’ll last for centuries!” Cue listeners imagining family heirlooms in kneecap form.
Race Across the World reveal: Dylan Llewellyn & his mum Jackie
The big 8am reveal brought Dylan Llewellyn (Big Boys, Derry Girls) and his mum Jackie into the studio as the first confirmed celebs for Celebrity Race Across the World.
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Dylan admitted he secretly voice-noted Scott for advice before filming: “I thought I was going to get shot for telling you.”
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Jackie described the highs and lows: “We cried with laughter, and we cried with sadness – but we grew so much closer.”
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On packing: “They make you bring a bobble hat AND a vest. You’ve no idea if you’re off to the Arctic or the tropics.”
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On ditching phones: Dylan said he had “phantom phone syndrome” for the first week, while Jackie confessed: “By the end, I didn’t even want mine back.”
The pair’s warmth and honesty had listeners texting in by the dozen: “What a lovely young man, his mum should be so proud.”
Sheridan Smith lights up breakfast
Sheridan Smith’s appearance at 8:30 was the sparkle moment of Thursday’s show. Scott introduced her as “one of our absolute faves” and she instantly lived up to the billing, bouncing into the studio with her trademark warmth and laughter. For many listeners, it felt like catching up with an old friend – Sheridan’s blend of star power and down-to-earth charm makes her a guest who always connects.
The actress and singer opened up about her new projects, sharing stories of long days on set and the buzz of being back on stage. She admitted she still gets butterflies before a big performance, but Scott reassured her: “Sheridan, you could read the shipping forecast and people would still cheer.” That line set the tone for an interview filled with humour, admiration and genuine affection.
Sheridan also reflected on her roots, telling Scott how Radio 2 had been the soundtrack to her childhood: “I grew up listening in the car with my mum – so being on with you feels like home.” It was a reminder of her relatability; despite the awards, West End triumphs and television acclaim, she remains deeply grounded. Listeners texted in to say how refreshing it was to hear someone so open about both the glamour and the nerves of showbusiness.
The conversation took a lighter turn as Sheridan riffed on her love of karaoke and her tendency to belt out ballads when she’s had “a couple of wines.” Scott teased her about turning up uninvited to sing at a wedding someday, with Sheridan replying: “Don’t tempt me, I’ll bring my own mic!” It was classic, chaotic Sheridan – unfiltered, funny, and full of life.
By the end of the chat, Scott summed up what many were thinking: “There are guests, and then there’s Sheridan Smith. You just lift the whole room.” Her appearance was a reminder of why she remains one of Britain’s most beloved entertainers – she can move seamlessly from heartfelt reflections to laugh-out-loud mischief, leaving everyone smiling in her wake.
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