Hosted by Mathew Horne and Joanna Page, each episode of Table for Four brings two hosts and a celebrity duo around the table for an honest, funny and revealing conversation. Whether they’re a married couple, an on-screen pairing, lifelong friends or creative collaborators, the format stays the same: four voices, one table, and no rush to leave. Across the series, Mathew and Joanna invite some of the most recognisable partnerships in entertainment to talk about how they really work together. From first meetings and shared successes to tensions, misunderstandings and moments that changed everything, the conversation goes far beyond the surface. Expect laughter, candour and the occasional curveball, as guests open up about what it takes to maintain a partnership in public, private and everything in between. There’s no formal interview, no press-junket polish, just relaxed conversation guided by curiosity and warmth. Food acts as the backdrop rather than the focus, creating a space where guests can settle in, let their guard down and talk freely about their lives, careers and relationships. At its heart, Table for Four is about connection: how partnerships are formed, how they survive change, and what happens when two people choose to keep showing up for each other. It’s a celebration of collaboration, companionship and the stories that only emerge when you sit down together and stay awhile.
What this show covers
comedyfood chatbehind the scenesHeartstoppercelebrity interviewsNetflixSophie Willanfood nostalgiaBritish TVLucy BeaumontUK country musicBonfireNashvilleThe Shirestouring life
What listeners will find here
Heartstopper’s Tobie Donovan and Jenny Walser on friendship, fame, and farewell
Heartstopper stars Tobie Donovan and Jenny Walser look back on three seasons and the upcoming finale film in a warm, funny, emotional conversation. They share behind-the-scenes memories, talk about the show’s global impact, and veer into comfort food, career detours, and a chaotic jelly bean challenge.
Lucy Beaumont and Sophie Willan swap comfort-food nostalgia and comedy chaos
Lucy Beaumont and Sophie Willan talk through the foods they grew up on, the nostalgic meals they still crave, and why cooking never became a passion for either of them. The conversation also veers into quiz show disasters, dating apps, Celebrity Traitors, Sewing Bee chat, and plenty of chaotic comedy.
How The Shires went from a Facebook post to the front line of UK country
The Shires trace their rise from early pub gigs to Nashville success while talking family life, touring and their album Bonfire. With plenty of food chat, road stories and a live performance, the episode mixes music industry insight with a warm, funny atmosphere.
Kathy Lette and Ronni Ancona turn chaos, comedy and friendship into a lively dinner-table chat
Kathy Lette and Ronni Ancona bring comic mayhem and candid conversation to a wide-ranging episode about friendship, feminism, ageism and reinvention. Expect kitchen disasters, sharp banter, showbiz stories and a warm celebration of women backing each other.
Paul Whitehouse and Dr. Mine Conkbayir on love, ADHD, comedy and corned beef pie
Paul Whitehouse and Dr. Mine Conkbayir join Joanna Page and Mathew Horne for a warm, funny conversation about their relationship, living in separate houses, and supporting each other through ADHD and anxiety. Food, family memories and comedy keep the mood candid and lively throughout.
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