Something a bit different on In The Pink now, not one but three very special guests. Natalie is joined by Richard Branson, his son Sam and his daughter Holly. Hear a unique insight into life in the Branson Family. What is Richard really like as a father and grandfather? Who wears the trousers in his marriage? And what makes the family tick? Hear what really matters to them all in politics, business and life. This is the most intimate profile yet of the family behind the global business...

Now we catch up with the incredibly impressive Helen Skelton. Is there anything the former Blue Peter presenter can't do? As well as learning golf alongside Natalie, the 37-year-old also impressed on the gruelling 'SAS Who Dares Wins' programme where she went through some of the military's toughest tests. And if you thought that was hard, the mother of two also managed to complete the Namibia Ultra Marathon, which is a series of three marathons across the dessert in boiling...

Next up for this series is Sky Sports News presenter Bela Shah. We discuss her unusual journey from law, to presenting one of the biggest sports news programmes in the world. But it's not been straight forward, changing a career path late on and fighting stereotypes in a male-orientated workplace. We also talk about her golf progression and why it's never too late to start the sport. Bela and Natalie prepare to compete in a brand new golf competition with two other women, who feature in the...

Now for a serious gear change! We leave the racing world and speak to the wonderfully talented Fleur East. Most of you will know her from knockout performances on the X-Factor, where she sprung to fame singing Mark Ronson's massive hit 'Up Town Funk.' But there is so much more to her that that! She's also part of the fab four that have been tasked with learning golf in just six months, our host Natalie Pinkham joins her! Fleur also talks about her route and inspirations behind the music and...

It's another one for all you racing fans! Next up is former Force India star Paul di Resta. The Scot discusses his route into professional racing through carting and what it was like finally catching his big break at the top of the sport. Although he's not been a lead driver since 2013, di Resta has still made some appearances, most notably standing in at short notice for Felipe Massa in 2017. Di Resta's career hasn't just been on the track, he's now turned into a leading pundit and...

When it comes to racing, Max Chilton has done pretty much everything by the ripe old age of 30. He currently races in America's IndyCar series, having come agonisingly close to winning their most iconic race the Indy500. Prior his move he competed in Formula One, driving for Marussia F1 in 2013 and 2014 and in 2012, he raced in the GP2 series for Marussia-backed Carlin Motorsport. Max talks about his rise through the racing ranks, what it was like to have raced alongside the late Jules...

We're back for another series! And what a way to kick it off, first up we have 2009 F1 world champion Jenson Button. He discusses what it's like raising a family in America and talks about his newest endeavours. These include a team in the new 'Extreme E' series which promises to transform racing as we know it. But he's not just behind the wheel, Button is now a leading face of F1 on Sky Sports, so what is it like seeing the race weekend from that angle? Have a listen and find out! Plenty...

In this short look at our interview with Eddie Izzard, the comedy legend talks about her life journey and battle to help people be more understanding of others who have different sexualities.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Next up on In The Pink is comedy icon Eddie Izzard. Eddie is in the middle of a monumental marathon challenge - 31 marathons in 31 days through January 2020, with a stand-up gig tacked on to the end of each run.  Impressively Eddie pounds the treadmill throughout her interview with Natalie, as they talk transgender issues; Eddie’s political aspirations, and her desire to see her life mantra and campaign slogan ‘Make Humanity Great Again’ a reality. Sit back relax, whilst Eddie does all the...

In this brief look at our interview with Sky Sports' Adam Smith, he talks about his route to the top of boxing within the company. Smith is now synonymous with the sport globally but that has taken nearly three decades of hard work. The now Head of Boxing at Sky Sports gives his tips for getting into the industry and shares his personal story of progression. One for any aspiring broadcasters out there. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this short look at our interview with Adam Smith, he discusses what makes boxing so special. The sport has the ability to make millionaires at its higher levels, but how can it help your every day person? Smith talks about its health benefits and how it has saved many fighters from a a different path or even jail. He also has a strong message... that boxing is not just a sport, Smith has seen people die fighting, and witnessed its impacts first hand. Sponsored by Bose.   See...

In this short look at our interview with Sky Sports' Adam Smith, he discusses the fight that everybody is talking about, Anthony Joshua v Tyson Fury. Will it happen in 2021... and who will win? Smith reveals all. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

When it comes to boxing, Adam Smith has really seen everything! We catch up with the sports fanatic, who has worked his way up from the bottom to become Head of Sky Sports boxing. Smith shares his stories about covering, and commentating on, some of the biggest fights in boxing's history. The iconic commentator shares his advice about making a career in boxing and discusses the benefits of the sport that has changed so many people's live for the better. He also has big news on Anthony Joshua...

Former professional boxer Anthony Ogogo battled his entire life to get on the verge of fighting for world titles, only for it all to be cruelly taken away by a bad eye injury. The Olympic medallist talks about the highs and bigger lows of his time at the top of the sport. He also discusses how he's dealt with the problems thrown his way. A brutally honest interview and one not to miss! Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this short look at our interview with former boxer Anthony Ogogo, he reveals the real story behind his journey to Olympic Bronze in London 2012... but it certainly could have been a different colour round his neck. Agogo had to deal with a terrible run of injuries to even qualify for the Games, continually defying the odds to even represent Britain. When finally there, he had to decide between boxing for GB and being at his sick mother's bedside. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy...

Anthony Agogo ended up as a professional boxer, but it could have been very different. The Olympic medallist talks explains why he chose boxing over football, and discusses the benefits the sport brought to him growing up. Not everybody was a fan straight away, and he even had to make up lies to cover up for fighting injuries. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Now to the bittersweet life story of former professional boxer turned wrestler Anthony Ogogo, where he reveals some of the details you didn't know about his rollercoaster career. Ogogo rose to fame by taking a bronze medal at London 2012, but it could have been gold, had he not suffered with injury and a bad health scare for his mum. After that in professional boxing, his dreams of a world middleweight title were cruelly taken away by a bad eye problem, which he's never fully recovered from....

In this short look at our interview with racing great Damon Hill, we look back at the rollercoaster 2021 campaign that saw Lewis Hamilton equal the record for most title wins. But who could replace him at Mercedes? Hill talks about George Russel's progression, his season highlights and Sergio Perez's chances at Red Bull. He also discusses the best ways to nurture young talent within the paddock. Another one not to miss!! Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out...

With the addition of Mick Schumacher to the 2021 F1 grid, racing great Damon Hill discusses if he can emulate father Micheal, arguably the greatest driver of all time. Hill himself a world champion, followed in his father's footsteps with his dad Graham winning two championships. But is carrying an iconic name a help or a burden? Damon Hill discusses what it was like growing up with an F1 great, and his experiences during his racing career. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for...

We continue with more racing royalty! Nnext up is 1996 F1 champion Damon Hill. He gives his unique thoughts on the current racing paddock, shares his racers and moments of the year, plus tells you who to look out for next season! Hill, the son of Graham, who won two F1 titles himself, also talks about the father-son relationship within racing, as next year sees Mick, the son of Micheal Schumacher, join the pinnacle of motor sport. Hill also talks about his unique views on F1 and tries to...

Johnny Herbert is considered as one of the fastest drivers of his generation... but what actually makes a great racer? In this quick look at our interview with the former F1 driver, he discusses just that. He touches on having to prove himself after a crash that threatened his career, why Lewis Hamilton is just so good and what physical aspects are needed to make it at the top table of motor racing. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this short look at our interview with racing royalty Johnny Herbert, he looks back Romain Grosjean's death-defying crash at the Bahrain Grand Prix. Grosjean somehow, walked away with only burns to his hands. But how do you mentally recover from crashes like this? Herbert, who also had a career threatening crash which left him with foot problems, discusses some of the physical and mental issues around coming back from incidents like these. A must listen! Sponsored by Bose.   See...

Now we catch up with one of F1's most popular figures Johnny Herbert, who looks back at the unusual 2020 season, where the drivers faced new tracks and fresh challenges because of Covid-19. One of the stand out moments was Romain Grosjean's horror crash in Bahrain and Herbert, who suffered career-threatening injuries in a crash in 1988, reflects on the current safety measures and talks about what it takes for a driver to come back from an incident like that. He also discusses what it's like...

Here is one for all your aspiring F1 drivers! Ever wondered how much it actually costs to make it from carting to F1. Former driver and pundit Anthony Davidson reveals how much it takes to get to motor sport's top table. Sponsored by Bose.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.