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For many singer-songwriters, every song begins with a story.

In the latest episode of The MarshyCast, I caught up with Hollie Rogers to chat about her latest single, her upcoming album and an exciting run of live dates, including performances in Havant and Bognor.

Hollie's live shows have earned a reputation for being about much more than the music. Between songs, audiences are treated to stories, humour and the kind of honest conversation that makes every performance feel personal. I asked whether she'd ever considered trying stand-up comedy, but she was quick to laugh that idea off!

One of the things that stood out most during our conversation was Hollie's love of playing smaller venues. While festivals bring incredible energy and introduce her music to new audiences, intimate gigs allow for a different kind of connection, where every lyric and every story lands just that little bit closer.

We also explored her songwriting process, which isn't always as straightforward as people might expect. Inspiration can arrive in different ways, and songs don't necessarily begin with a melody or even a finished lyric. Sometimes the process takes surprising turns before everything falls into place.

As someone who writes deeply personal material, I was keen to know whether there's ever a point where a song becomes too personal to release. Hollie shared some fascinating thoughts about finding the balance between honesty and protecting the people and experiences that inspire her music.

The new album also features some outstanding collaborations, including appearances from Elles Bailey, Beth Nielsen Chapman and the magnificent Budapest Symphony Orchestra, bringing together an impressive collection of musical talent.

It's a thoughtful conversation about creativity, live performance and the stories behind the songs.

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Summer is often the perfect excuse to slow down, travel and try something different.

In the latest episode of The MarshyCast, I caught up with acclaimed food writer and bestselling author Tom Parker Bowles to discuss why the Mediterranean lifestyle is becoming one of the biggest wellness trends of 2026.

As proud lovers of British food, we both agreed there's nothing quite like hearty classics during the colder months. From comforting pies to traditional roasts, British cuisine has a wonderful way of warming you up.

But summer is a different story.

Tom explained why Mediterranean countries have mastered seasonal eating, with fresh vegetables, seafood, olive oil and simple ingredients creating dishes that feel perfectly suited to warmer weather.

Rather than choosing one country's cuisine over another, we talked about embracing variety and using travel as an opportunity to experience different cultures through food. One of the easiest ways to do exactly that is by exploring several Mediterranean destinations in one trip, sampling local specialities in each port before returning to the comfort of a cruise ship, complete with a familiar cup of tea if that's what makes you feel at home.

Ultimately, food isn't just about nutrition. It's about memories, conversations and discovering something you've never tasted before.

Whether that's a hidden family-run restaurant overlooking the sea or simply trying a dish you'd normally walk past, those moments often become the highlights of a holiday.

It's a relaxed and enjoyable conversation about travel, food and making the most of summer, one plate at a time.

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Finding love isn't always about grand gestures.

Sometimes, it starts with a bowl of pasta.

In the latest episode of The MarshyCast, I caught up with broadcaster, dating expert and Celebs Go Dating star Anna Williamson to chat about modern dating, relationships and why food might play a bigger part in romance than many people realise.

We began by talking about the latest series of Celebs Go Dating and how the show continues to help famous faces navigate the often confusing world of modern relationships.

One of the most interesting conversations centred around dating itself. Anna explained that once couples move beyond the first few dates, cooking dinner at home has become an increasingly popular way of spending time together. It offers a chance to relax, chat and get to know each other without the distractions of a busy restaurant.

That led us neatly onto Heinz's viral "Marry Me Sauce", which exploded across social media after countless people claimed it was so good it could inspire a proposal.

Naturally, we couldn't resist asking whether the quickest route to somebody's heart really is through great food.

Away from dating, we also discovered we have a mutual friend in Professor Green, before Anna shared her thoughts on why James Haskell deserves far more credit than he often receives, describing him as genuinely lovely despite the reputation some people have of him.

Finally, we spoke about Anna's ever-growing list of podcasts. Between hosting multiple successful shows, television work and everything else she has going on, I suggested she may well be the Queen of Podcasts... and it's hard to argue with that.

It's a conversation full of laughs, dating advice and plenty of food for thought.

🎧 You can hear the full conversation now on The MarshyCast, available on Apple, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts.

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