Stirring it up with Andi and Miquita Oliver

Presenter Katie Piper is the final guest of series 3, alongside husband Richard. They are Invited by Andi and Miquita " to exercise the brunch muscle" over a table of very special pancakes. Katie and Richard talk about their first meeting, swapping Blackberry pins, turning adversity into advocacy, and setting up her foundation. There's also *more* conversation about the advantages of turning forty, de-thorning roses by hand, the power of affirmations, why Beverly Knight still calls Richard by the wrong name and so much more.... An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. For more information on the Katie Piper Foundation, visit - https://katiepiperfoundation.org.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Restaurant critic and broadcaster, Jay Rayner joins Andi and Miquita for dinner. He brings his wife Pat. An Andi' soul food staple' of Stout braised oxtail, washed down with plenty of Friday night wine, means there's a lively conversation about music, Masterchef, 37 year old conversations, the joy of radio and much more. Jay and Pat also talk about their love of jazz music, and playing live together with their band. An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production Produced by Tayo Popoola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's it like being mothered by Andi? What's it like having Miquita as a daughter? Get ready for a very special, very personal episode ahead of Mother's Day, where Andi and Miquita sit down, mother to daughter, for a very personal lunch. On the menu is one of Miquita's favourite childhood dishes. Also on the menu is plenty of conversation about their early life in West London, the extended family that helped raise Miquita, finding a connection with Miquita's 'other' family, tales of boyfriends, good and bad, the pleasure and pride they have working with each other, and tales of spectacular fallouts. There is also some lovely insight into the woman Andi was before she was Miquita's mother. Mostly though, the episode is about pride, respect, and most of all love. With plenty of laughter along the way. An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More chat with Afua Hirsch and her sister Ama, from their visit to Andi and Miquita's table. We hear more about Ama's work as a child and educational psychotherapist, why Roger Federer's parents were staying in Afua's old bedroom, and much more, including Miquita's specially prepared drink, and more on Andi's recipe. An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced buy Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Journalist, Author, Presenter and Academic Afua Hirsch is invited around to join Andi and Miquita for a Friday night feast of lamb, frigola, turnip puree, leek tops and lamb broth, from Andi and the team, and a delicious spring spritzer from Miquita. Afua brings her sister Ama, an educational and child psychologist. The two sisters discuss their close relationship, their upbringing in South West London, parenting, and embracing their Ghanaian heritage. Afua also talks about her book "Decolonising My Body" and her recent BBC series "Africa Rising". the conversation ranges from the importance of representation, paying it forward, embracing ageing, flirting with Donell Jones, the importance of Usher on Afua's career, and of course there is at least one mention of Oprah. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Arsenal, England and QPR Goalkeeper David Seaman joins Andi and Miquita. He brings his wife, Frankie, a professional ice-skater. Over chicken curry and rice, the couple discuss how they met, their professional careers, and the sacrifices they made to get to the top of their professions. David also talks about the diet of his former Arsenal colleagues, the pressures of the press, practising his signature from an early age, and how he coped with the welcome, and unwelcome spotlight, while playing at the highest level. David is an ambassador for "Hats On For Mind" a campaign that focuses on the importance of getting outdoors, to improve our mental health. For more information, please visit https://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/hats-on-for-mindAn Offscript Production, and YaYa production. Produced by Tayo Popoola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some extra tidbits from an afternoon of warmth and wonder with Emeli Sandé, and her sister Lucy. There's also some behind the scenes, in-depth chat with Andi about today's recipe, a conversation about faith, and a lovely take on the meal from the sisters' perspective.An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production.Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Singer-songwriter Emeli Sandé joins Andi and Miquita for a vegan feast. She brings her sister Lucy to share stories of love, friendship and family. The role of education in their upbringing, their close relationship, and the influence of their parents is also on the menu.Emeli also talks about her early days in London, her meteoric rise, the challenges of the industry, how she has evolved in her career, and finally, how her new album reflects an optimistic outlook on her world.An Offscript Production and YaYa Production.Produced by Tayo Popoola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More recipe conversation with Andi, a detailed description of Miquita's drink, and more behind the scenes chat. We also hear what Michelin starred chefs Tommy Banks and Paul Ainsworth will cook next time Andi and Miquita come to visit. An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chefs Paul Ainsworth and Tommy Banks join Andi and Miquita for a lunch of smoked chilli and blood orange syrup chicken wings, curried onion and coconut seasoned rice, twice fried plantain, Dahl, cucumber relish and a buttered ghee chicken broth. Miquita spices up the afternoon with some delicious, and potent, hot toddies.The talk is of their different routes into the industry, cooking ( and judging) on TV, raving in Ibiza, building their Michelin starred businesses - and the importance of the award. There's also time to talk about the joys of working with family,, the change they want to see in the hospitality industry, being a "Great British Menu" nerd, oh, and serving a poo on a plate... An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Behind the scenes with Andi and Miquita, as Andi talks more about today's menu. There's also some extra chat from the main interview, and of course we hear from Gok and Fanny McPhee about the afternoon from their perspective. An Offscript, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Presenter, Stylist, DJ, Cook and Author Gok Wan is the latest brilliant guest to join Andi and Miquita around the table. Gok Wan's brings his dear friend, the incredible Fanny McPhee ("My real name is Allison, but Fanny is funnier") along. Andi cooks up a new recipe of pumpkin and carrot terrine, with a blood orange glaze while Miquita makes up some delicious Bloody Marys to lubricate the afternoon. We hear about Gok's early life in Leicester, drama school, his love of music, his new obsession with running, and the fantastic love and friendship between himself and Fanny McPhee. Singer and performer Fanny was diagnosed with terminal cancer. During the lunch she talks warmly, openly and humorously about her journey to acceptance, the importance of her friendship with Gok, and the lessons on life that she has learned. "I was diagnosed 6 years ago, since then I've had the best time of my life". A fantastic episode of laughter, and tears, and laughter again... An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Behind the scenes with Andi and Miquita as they prepare a lunch with Actor Jacob Anderson as they reflect on their trip to Kenya, and discuss some of their plans for the year ahead. We also hear about the afternoon from Jacob's perspective. To hear their chatl interview make sure you listen to Thursday's episode. An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actor and musician Jacob Anderson joins Andi and Miquita for Swedish meatballs, mash potatoes and mushroom gravy - a childhood favourite dish of Miquita. Jacob talks about playing Louis de Pointe du Lac in "Interview With A Vampire", and finding magic of New Orleans during filming. He reflects on the impact of five seasons in a show as huge as "Game Of Thrones" . He also opens up about his childhood in Bristol and London, the joy of fatherhood, and returning to making music as the artist Raleigh Ritchie. An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Come behind the scenes in the Oliver household, as Andi and Miquita prepare for the arrival of Rob Rinder, and guest Sam Richards. There's also outtakes from the main conversation, and we hear about the amazing lunch from Rob and Sam's perspective. An Offscript Production and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Criminal Barrister, TV Personality and Author Rob Rinder kicks off season 3 around the dinner table of Andi and Miquita. He brings with him a very special guest, and a dear friend of everyone around the table, TV producer Sam Richards, who, was Andi's very first agent. Over a menu of spiced confit duck legs and cannellini beans they discuss love, loss, what true friendship looks like, and the meaning of davka. As the afternoon progresses though, the conversation takes a turn - Henry VII doing karaoke, Andi as a Grindr ghostwriter, and crimes against fashion. It might be the only time you'll hear the word 'vajazzle' in a podcast this year. You had to be there...For more information on the To Be Heartsafe (TOBS) charity that is mentioned in this episode, please go to https://tobe-heartsafe.org.uk/. An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 3 begins next week, so to get you in the mood, come and join Andi and Miquita round the table for some extra helpings, Hear some of conversation nights, as they reflect on the brilliant guests who came to their home over the course of season 2. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chef And Podcaster Angela Hartnett joins Andi and Miquita for a special Christmas get-together to close season 2, and she brings her good friends Lee and Kate Tiernan, owners of the restaurant "Black Axe Mangal" in North London. A table full of chefs means that Andi has pulled out all the stops here and cooks up an Antiguan feast of black bean stewed peas, slow cooked pork, funjee, toasted cassava and a crispy ham and onion topping. Miquita provides a special mulled wine, but there's also champagne, red wine and frozen cocktails... you get the idea!An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Behind the scenes of the interview with The Body Coach, Joe Wicks. Andi and Miquita discuss the food in more detail, and we also hear how the afternoon went from Joe's perspective, plus what he would make for them if they came around to his home for dinner. An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andi and Miquita are joined by Fitness Coach, Author and Presenter Joe Wicks, over roast chicken, pearl barley risotto, and a plantain and coconut puree. Joe talks about his upbringing, the motivation behind his ultra successful business as "The Body Coach", and also reveals his love of old school garage. Joe's new book "Feel Good in 15 is out now. An Offscript Production, and YaYa Production. Produced by Tayo Popoola. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.