Today, The LEGO Group launches a brand new podcast aimed specifically at adults exploring the world of celebrity hobbies, pastimes and passions. Comedian, broadcaster and author Sue Perkins is here to find out in At Your Leisure, a new podcast from The LEGO Group and Global Player. Over 10 episodes guests join host Sue Perkins for a chat about their hobbies, which some have developed into remarkable careers from childhood pastimes while others have are newly discovered passions. The podcast series begins on November 15th and you can listen to the trailer here.
NEW PODCAST FROM THE LEGO GROUP AND GLOBAL PLAYER – AT YOUR LEISURE WITH SUE PERKINS
GUESTS INCLUDE NADIYA HUSSAIN, ROMAN KEMP, BIG ZUU AND MORE
FIRST EPISODES AVAILABLE FROM 15TH NOVEMBER
A brand new podcast from The LEGO Group, aimed specifically at adults, launches today exploring the world of celebrity hobbies, pastimes and passions. What hobbies keep the stars entertained? What pastimes have these famous faces nurtured since childhood or picked up over lockdown?
Comedian, broadcaster and author Sue Perkins is here to find out in At Your Leisure, a new podcast from The LEGO Group and Global Player. Over 10 episodes guests join host Sue Perkins for a chat about their hobbies, which some have developed into remarkable careers from childhood pastimes while others have are newly discovered passions.
Guests for this brand new series include author and Great British Bake Off winner Nadiya Hussain; award-winning comedian, author, DJ and podcast host John Robins; Capital Breakfast host Roman Kemp; hotly-tipped comedian Maisie Adam; Smooth Breakfast presenter Jenni Falconer; Guinness World Record holder, professional stunt driver and British karting champion driver Jessica Hawkins; Radio X Drivetime host Johnny Vaughan; rapper and TV personality Big Zuu; and Billy Monger, a double amputee junior racing driver.
Episodes of At Your Leisure are released across November and December 2021 on Global Player, with episodes 1 and 2 with Nadiya Hussain and John Robins released in week commencing 15th November. Listen to the trailer here.
Host Sue Perkins said: “I’ve loved making this podcast. I’ve had the pleasure of chatting with some truly amazing people, delving deep into their passions, hobbies and life-long obsessions. I can’t wait for you to hear them.”
“The At Your Leisure podcast with Global is The LEGO Group’s first UK foray into the world of podcasts for leisure time listening and a great way to hear about a whole range of passions and pastimes from a host of interesting guests” says Andrea Wilson, Brand Manager at The LEGO Group. “This podcast builds on the connection that we know many people have with building LEGO sets, which starts in childhood and continues as many adults enjoy immersing themselves in the world of LEGO building as a way to relax and switch off.”
With a range of LEGO sets designed specifically for adults, LEGO building is the perfect way to unplug, unbox and unwind. In a world of distractions, settling down to build a LEGO set is a focused, hands-on, mindful activity for adults. From wonders of the world to movie magic, intrepid space exploration to pop culture icons, luxury cars to architectural masterpieces, there’s a LEGO set for everyone. For more information visit lego.com/adults-welcome
Global Player is Global’s entertainment hub, which allows listeners to enjoy all of Global’s radio brands, award-winning podcasts and expertly curated playlists all together and all for free, available on Global Player on your smart speaker, iOS or Android device and online.
9th November 2021
I do hope it’s superior to the awful podcast that came with the Beatles Mosaics?
That said, Sue Perkins is a superb host and orator and the list of guests contains some inspirational people and guests who have overcome personal loss or have had life changing experiences.
9th November 2021
After listening to the teaser it seems it has nothing to do with LEGO apart from being sponsored by them
9th November 2021
Oh dear….