All products and services
Series 1
Nina Myskow talks to...
We’re delighted to bring you the first series of The Saga #notgoingoutclub Podcast! Each episode has been recorded exclusively for Saga’s #notgoingoutclub.
Get ready for a stellar line-up of 14 celebrities chatting to TV presenter Nina Myskow. Guests include Joanna Lumley, Alan Titchmarsh, Sue Barker, Roger Daltrey and many other big names.
It’s your chance to discover how these stars of stage and screen are spending their extra time at home, revealing more about their lives and interests away from the spotlight. But why not begin by watching Nina introducing the series, in a video she recorded especially for the #notgoingoutclub.
Episode 14
Nina talks to… Sue Barker
30 June 2020
Nina’s final podcast for the #notgoingoutclub welcomes the presenter of Wimbledon and A Question of Sport. During her successful tennis career, Sue competed in several Grand Slam Finals, won the French Open and rose to third in the world. So there’s lots of ground to cover before Nina declares Game, Set and Match!
Episode 13
Nina talks to… Kathy Lette
26 June 2020
The bestselling writer of Girls’ Night Out, Mad Cows and Puberty Blues has a wicked sense of humour and plenty of attitude! Together with her autistic son (actor Jules Robertson), she’s survived lockdown in her own special way.
Episode 12
Nina talks to… Mary Portas
19 June 2020
From Harrods and John Lewis to Topshop and Harvey Nichols, Mary Portas has worked for many iconic retailers. She’s also advised the nation on the welfare of our high streets and made several illuminating TV programmes. So what does she make of the lockdown and its aftermath?
Episode 11
Nina talks to… Arlene Phillips
15 June 2020
From West End hits like Annie and Starlight Express to TV’s Strictly Come Dancing, Arlene Phillips has had a huge impact on British entertainment. What hot gossip will she share with her good friend Nina? Find out now!
Episode 10
Nina talks to… Mr Motivator
5 June 2020
Here’s a rare chance to learn more about Derrick Evans, better known as Mr Motivator. Since bursting onto our TV screens in 1993, he’s become one of Britain’s most successful fitness and lifestyle coaches.
Related Saga Magazine articles:
Episode 9
Nina talks to… Nicky Clarke
29 May 2020
Famous for styling the hair of many celebrities and building a brand in his own name, we catch up with Nicky to see how social distancing will affect his salons. Find out in this special podcast.
Episode 8
Nina talks to… Gareth Malone
22 May 2020
TV’s celebrated choirmaster is renowned for bringing people together through music, and his Great British Home Chorus initiative has struck a major chord with the public. What else is Gareth doing? Find out during our exclusive podcast on Friday from 3pm.
Related Saga Magazine articles:
Episode 7
Nina talks to… Lesley Garrett CBE
15 May 2020
She’s performed in the world’s greatest operas, starred in her own TV spectaculars and recorded 14 bestselling CDs. Find out more about one of the country’s top sopranos now.
Episode 6
Nina talks to… Prue Leith
8 May 2020
What special ingredients does the Great British Bake Off judge, restaurateur and cookery writer have for coping with a lockdown? Find out here!
Related Saga Magazine articles:
Cooking up a storm with Prue Leith
Prue Leith’s chocolate fudge cake
Episode 5
Nina talks to… Roger Daltrey
1 May 2020
As the lead singer of The Who, Roger has sold over 100 million records. How does it feel to swap more than 50 years touring the world for a quiet life at home?
Related Saga Magazine articles:
Top of the TV pops: The best music shows of the 1960s
Episode 4
Nina talks to… Alan Titchmarsh MBE
24 April 2020
One of the nation’s favourite gardening gurus, TV presenters and novelists is also a dedicated environmentalist and charity champion. So how does Alan stay busy at home?
Exclusive Saga Possibilities event:
An Audience With Alan Titchmarsh
Related Saga Magazine articles:
People We Love: Alan Titchmarsh
Alan Titchmarsh’s favourite gardens
Episode 3
Nina talks to… Elaine Paige OBE
17 April 2020
From online exercise classes to digital tours of art galleries, the star of Evita, Cats and Chess is now at home mastering the computer domain with her famously mischievous sense of humour.
Related Saga Magazine articles:
Elaine Paige, queen of London’s West End
Hair in 1968: memories from the cast, the fans & the outrage
Episode 2
Nina talks to… Gyles Brandreth
9 April 2020
During his time at home, this exuberant author and broadcaster is learning poetry by heart, reading the diaries of Virginia Woolf and developing his cookery skills.
Related Saga Magazine articles:
Meeting my match by Gyles Brandreth
The Grown-Up Test: Gyles Brandreth
Episode 1
Nina talks to… Joanna Lumley OBE
3 April 2020
Discover how the absolutely fabulous Joanna Lumley is making the most of her time indoors. Joanna also reflects on her travel highlights, including her recent expedition to the hidden Caribbean.
Related Saga Magazine articles:
Joanna Lumley: a mistress of modesty