PLT: Behind Closed Doors

We’re wrapping up the PLT podcast in style with our very own Behind Closed Doors Awards! In this episode, Nat chats to some of our fave guests, revisits some of the JUICIEST moments from the last nine seasons and gives you a sneak peak into the BTS of the podcast. Grab your tissues, it’s going to be an emotional one! Follow us on Insta @thepltpodcast.

Transcribed - Published: 26 April 2022

Join us for a chat with American Olympian gold medalist Sunisa Lee, where she tells us about keeping focused and motivated, how the pandemic affected her mental health, and what's next with PrettyLittleThing... Follow us on Insta @thepltpodcast

Transcribed - Published: 28 December 2021

For our Christmas special, we couldn't think of anyone better than Love Island babe Faye Winter to join us. She brings the festive cheer, opening up about the ups and downs of fame, plays a Christmas film game, and gives us the inside scoop on what her favourite cheese is. Follow us on Insta @thepltpodcast

Transcribed - Published: 21 December 2021

This week we're joined by actress, author, businesswoman and producer, La La Anthony. She told us about her ICONIC time playing Lakeisha Grant on Starz' 'Power' and how she stays motivated whilst managing so many different roles. Follow us on Insta @thepltpodcast

Transcribed - Published: 14 December 2021

Highlife star and DJ, Cuppy joined us this week and OMG we had so much fun! We were talking life lessons, what it's like to study at Oxford University, and we even got her singing! Follow us on Insta @thepltpodcast

Transcribed - Published: 7 December 2021

For International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we're joined by rising TikTok star, Meg Jackson. After being diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder at 17, she's made a name for herself on TikTok, where she's racked up over 750K followers after being open about her condition. She told us how the platform has 'given her a purpose', the reality of FND, and how one special person has helped her the most. Follow us on Insta @thepltpodcast

Transcribed - Published: 3 December 2021

On today's episode we're joined by iconic SUPERMODEL Winnie Harlow! We spoke about the impact she's had on change in the industry, the reality of her day to day life, and what it's really like to date a supermodel. Follow us on Insta @thepltpodcast

Transcribed - Published: 30 November 2021

This week we're giving you dating dilemmas with the Sims sisters! Chloe, Frankie and Demi joined us to chat red flags and answering your dilemmas. We also got an update on their current relationships, and Chloe gave us some very unexpected break up advice... Follow us on Insta @thepltpodcast

Transcribed - Published: 23 November 2021

TikTok star Max Balegde is on the podcast this week, and he did not disappoint! We were talking unpopular opinions, his inspirational coming out story, and why he has beef with a very unexpected celeb... Follow us on Insta @thepltpodcast

Transcribed - Published: 16 November 2021

PLT's Creative Director of the USA, Teyana Taylor joins Nat on the podcast this week! She told us why she's saying goodbye to music with her farewell tour, and how she's balancing mum life with being a creative ICON. Follow us on Insta @thepltpodcast

Transcribed - Published: 9 November 2021

On this week's episode, we're joined by UK artist Ray BLK. Her new album 'Access Denied' went straight to number 1 on the UK R&B chart and she's here today to tell us about her journey to fame so far. Not only that, but she also got Nat rapping... again! Follow us on insta @thepltpodcast

Transcribed - Published: 2 November 2021

Happy Halloween! This week, Love Island babe Kaz Kamwi joins us for a very spooky Halloween special. We're talking dating horror stories, being ghosted and playing a JUICY game of Trick or Treat.

Transcribed - Published: 26 October 2021

Joining us this week is GK Barry, the uncrowned TikTok comedy queen who’s featured in Forbes, dirty danced to Headie One, and may or may not have been called a ‘certified catfish’ by The Daily Mail. In this week’s episode, she has Nat in stitches talking all things the ick.

Transcribed - Published: 19 October 2021

What better way to kick off season 9 than with our very own CREATIVE DIRECTOR of the UK & EU! We take a look back at Molly's first PLT podcast over two years ago, and let's just say, she growwwwn! She's back today to tell us all about her brand new role at PLT as well as her stunning new collection.

Transcribed - Published: 12 October 2021

After a little season break, we're almost back with season 9 of Behind Closed Doors! We know we say it a lot, but we are GASSED about what's coming up, you are not ready for what's about to hit. This one really is bigger than ever before...

Transcribed - Published: 5 October 2021

HAPPY 100 EPISODES OF BEHIND CLOSED DOORS! Of course, we've got something extra special for you today and were joined (in the ACTUAL studio) by some absolute babes you've heard on the podcast in the past! Jayde Pierce, Sydney May Crouch and Yewande Biala all came back to celebrate on our brand new set and we even had a JUICY game of Never Have I Ever. You do not wanna miss this one!

Transcribed - Published: 17 August 2021

If you're as obsessed with TikTok as we are, you'll definitely be familiar with today's guests. Milli and Megan Mcloughlin joined Nat on this weeks episode to spill the tea on how they gained over 2.5M followers on TikTok, their advice to anyone who wants to follow in their footsteps, and how they've learnt to be cautious about who to trust in the industry.

Transcribed - Published: 10 August 2021

On today's episode we're chatting to the amazing Ollie & Gareth Locke. They told us all about planning their lockdown wedding in 48 hours, their difficult IVF journey, and why they won't give up on their dream to become parents.

Transcribed - Published: 3 August 2021

On this week's episode of Behind Closed Doors, we're joined by the OG internet superstar that is Bretman Rock. He told us about how he manifested his unstoppable success, the launch of his YouTube Originals series, and his plans to up the fashion industry.

Transcribed - Published: 27 July 2021

Joining us this week is Too Hot To Handle favourites, Cam & Emily! They chatted to us all about why they became the rule breakers of the show and how Lana didn't always catch them, being constantly separated by producers, and how they're in it for the long run now that they've finished the show.

Transcribed - Published: 20 July 2021

On Behind Closed Doors this week is real life queen, A'whora! She spilled the tea on all things Drag Race UK, becoming an iconic designer, and what she's planning for Pride 2021!

Transcribed - Published: 6 July 2021

This week, Nat's joined by TikTok star, Eden Harvey. She went viral on the platform last year for her 'Eat With Eden' series, which she began to help people with loneliness during lockdown. Since then, she's gained over 2.3 million followers and an incredibly loyal fanbase. In this episode, she spills all the tea on just how she's done it, and the big plans she has coming up...

Transcribed - Published: 29 June 2021

This week we're talking body positivity, the realities of Instagram, and women's safety with the gorgeous Georgie Clarke. We chatted about how she became an advocate for being real with her followers, building a genuinely happy lifestyle, and the importance of making women feel safer when out alone.

Transcribed - Published: 22 June 2021

Today we're joined by model and presenter of new BBC three documentary 'Dangerous Curves: Get thicc, get sick'. She shared her experience of taking apetamin in the hopes it would give her a 'slim thick' aesthetic, the dangerous side effects she was willing to risk, and why she created the documentary to warn others against doing the same.

Transcribed - Published: 15 June 2021

This week, we're joined by singer/songwriter, Sinead Harnett. In the past few weeks, she's released her incredible second album 'Ready Is Always Too Late' and we've had it on repeat ever since. She told us all about creating the album, living in LA, and even gave us some Lessons In Love...

Transcribed - Published: 8 June 2021

To kick off season 8, we're joined by model, Tamara Francesconi. We get the tea on what it's like dating Gossip Girl's Ed Westwick, her post-lockdown travel plans, and her brand new PLT collection.

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2021

Season 8 is right around the corner and we cannot wait for you to see what we've got lined up! Make sure to go follow our brand new Instagram @thepltpodcast for all podcast updates, and to let us know who you'd love to hear us chat to. Also, click subscribe to set yourself a reminder when episode 1 drops on June 1st!

Transcribed - Published: 25 May 2021

To end the most amazing season of Behind Closed Doors, this week we are joined by the absolute joy that is Vicky Pattison. She opened up to Nat about why we all need to stop punishing ourselves and enjoy life more, and why we should own what we have, because we're all fabulously flawed x

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2021

On Behind Closed Doors this week is the one and only DOJA CAT! She explains how she put together her INCREDIBLE Grammy performance, her plans for 'Planet Her' and we got all of the tea on her brand new PLT collection. PrettyLittleThing x DOJA CAT is available to shop now on prettylittlething.com

Transcribed - Published: 13 April 2021

Today, we’re joined by YouTuber and influencer, Lidia Baylis-Zullo. As a student in a new city, Lidia has been out and about on her own quite often, and has unfortunately had to deal with harassment, purely for going on a walk. One of the main things we chatted about in this episode is the dangers we face on a daily basis as women, as well as some of the things men could do to make us feel safer when out on our own.

Transcribed - Published: 6 April 2021

We've seen them separately on 'Too Hot To Handle' and 'TOWIE' but Francesca Farago and Demi Sims are now an official item and we could not be more excited! They tell us all about how their lockdown romance begun, moving in with one another, and what's coming up for the couple this year.

Transcribed - Published: 30 March 2021

We could not be more excited this week to welcome the incredible Dani Harmer, AKA Tracy Beaker to the podcast! Dani spoke to Nat about growing up playing such an iconic character, and what it was like returning as Tracy all these years later in her brand new show 'My Mum Tracy Beaker'.

Transcribed - Published: 23 March 2021

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode contains conversation surrounding depression and suicide. If you need someone to talk to, Samaritans are available to you 24 hours a day on 116 123. If you are under 19, you can also call 0800 1111 to talk to Childline. This week, Capital breakfast show host, Roman Kemp, joins us to discuss the importance of his brand new documentary 'Our Silent Emergency', airing tonight at 9pm on BBC1. Since suffering an incredibly difficult year, Roman is doing everything he can to highlight the battle many men are facing with their own mental health, and chats to Nat about the steps we can all take to offer a helping hand.

Transcribed - Published: 16 March 2021

To celebrate the launch of The Celebrity Circle For SU2C on Channel 4 and All 4 today, we're joined by one of the celeb players, the iconic Baga Chipz! We get all the tea on her time in the flats, the celebrity she chose to impersonate, and the aspects she found most challenging!

Transcribed - Published: 9 March 2021

This week, Nat spoke to international superstar, Becky G. She started her career over 10 years ago and since then has become a widely successful singer-songwriter and actress, with over 25M followers watching her every move. She told us about the work she's doing to get more women into the music industry, how she's constantly evolving as an artist, and we get all the details on her brand new collection with PLT. PLT x BECKY G is available today!

Transcribed - Published: 2 March 2021

This week we're focusing on body positivity and the importance of owning our own bodies. Joining us this week is the gorgeous Sonny Turner. She explains how she's felt the need to 'prove she's plus size' over the years, struggles she's faced being mis-represented in the media, and how she became the incredible model she is today.

Transcribed - Published: 23 February 2021

Lockdown’s been hard on us all but sometimes it’s good to be reminded that we’re all struggling in our own ways. Presenter and YouTube star, Anna Maynard joined us this week and was incredibly honest about how quarantine has affected her. She opened up about loneliness, new normals, and how to make a relationship work even when you’re apart.

Transcribed - Published: 16 February 2021

Valentine’s Day is almost here and whether you need dating tips for the future, or have a question you’re dying to ask your boyfriend, this episode has it all! We couldn’t think of anyone better to give some much needed dating advice than the king of reality shows, Pete Wicks. He told us the most important things to look for before getting into a relationship, how to know if you’re really in love, and why he’ll date differently after lockdown.

Transcribed - Published: 9 February 2021

To kick off season 7 of Behind Closed Doors, we wanted to focus on the importance of dreaming big and working hard. We couldn't think of a better role model for this than the incredible Ruby Barker, AKA Marina Thompson from Bridgerton. She told us how she was cast in a number 1 Netflix show without ever going to drama school, what it was like behind the scenes of Bridgerton, and why being involved in such a groundbreaking show was so important to her.

Transcribed - Published: 2 February 2021

Season 7 of PLT:Behind Closed Doors is dropping very soon! We've got some HUGE guests that are ready to spill some HOT tea, you don't wanna miss it! Make sure you're subscribed to be the first to hear when episode 1 goes live...

Transcribed - Published: 26 January 2021

Hey guys, hope you all had an amazing Christmas! We can FINALLY say that 2020 has come to an end, but it hasn't all been bad. We've had a huge year on the PLT podcast and wanted to celebrate by recapping some of our fave moments! This week we're looking back at some incredible highlights and also giving you some never heard before, behind the scenes content!

Transcribed - Published: 29 December 2020

Merry Christmas to all of our gorgeous listeners! We couldn't think of anyone better to get us in the Christmas spirit than the ICY GRL herself, Saweetie! In today's episode, we'll be chatting all things 2020, her predictions for 2021, and we'll even be playing some festive games. You do NOT want to miss this one!

Transcribed - Published: 22 December 2020

To continue our 'be creative' theme, this week the incredible Lottie Tomlinson spoke to us about breaking into the beauty industry, dealing with grief in the public eye, and becoming a business woman at such a young age.

Transcribed - Published: 15 December 2020

For the second instalment of our 'Be creative' theme, Nat is joined by Singer and Songwriter, Kelly Kiara. She gave us the low-down on writing for some of the biggest artists including Mabel, Gorgon City and Offset, how she broke into the Music industry and all the lessons she’s learnt along the way.

Transcribed - Published: 8 December 2020

This month, our theme is 'Be Creative' and so we HAD to chat to TikTok star, Eloise Fouladgar. She spilt the tea on THAT milk bath video, joining the Wave House, and how she stays confident on the internet.

Transcribed - Published: 1 December 2020

To continue with our 'Be Confident' theme, this week Nat is joined by the one and only Jordyn Woods. She opened up about how this past year has affected her, her body confidence journey, and the pressures she has faced being in the spotlight.

Transcribed - Published: 24 November 2020

Our guest today is Tess Daly, a 32-year old make-up and fashion influencer, who suffers a rare genetic condition and now uses a wheelchair. We spoke to Tess about her disability, the lack of representation of disabled people in the industry and how she has built up her confidence over the years.

Transcribed - Published: 17 November 2020

This week, Nat is joined by Scientist and Love Island star, Yewande Biala. She explains how she went from developing vaccines to applying for a reality show, the struggles she has faced online, and how all of this has affected her confidence.

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2020

To follow on from last month's 'be strong' theme, we are now turning the conversation to confidence. We welcome back our host Nat O'Leary as she chats to Love Island and TOWIE star, Olivia Attwood. Olivia explains how she has built her confidence over the years, her rise to fame, and the journey to getting her own TV show 'Olivia Meets Her Match'. This episode was recorded following COVID-19 guidelines and safe distancing measures.

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2020

On the final episode of our Black History Month special, Irene chats to PLT's YouTuber of the Year, Nella Rose. She explains the importance of facing prejudice head on and making your voice heard, and the support the black community needs now more than ever.

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2020