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Nicky Byrne HQ

Nicky Byrne HQ

By: Nicky Byrne
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Ever wondered what it's like to navigate the world of pop and entertainment from the inside? Join Nicky Byrne, member of the 55+ million-selling group Westlife, as he takes you behind the scenes in his brand-new podcast, Nicky Byrne HQ. With a career spanning decades, Nicky has seen it all and has plenty of stories to share from his unique perspective as both a performer and presenter.


Between TV shows, stadium tours, and countless flights, Nicky rarely gets the chance to sit down and truly connect with the fascinating people he meets. Now, from his state-of-the-art home HQ studio, he finally can. Each episode, Nicky chats with a variety of guests, diving deep into candid conversations that are both insightful and entertaining.


Stream Nicky Byrne HQ and discover the stories behind the stars, the music, and the moments that define pop culture. Whether you're a longtime Westlife fan or just curious about the life of a pop star, Nicky’s podcast offers an intimate look at the people and stories that shape the entertainment world. Don’t miss out on these unfiltered conversations, only on Nicky Byrne HQ.


Find out more at https://nickybyrnehq.com/

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Episodes
  • Lee Brennan - Somebody call 911

    Lee Brennan - Somebody call 911
    Dec 18 2025

    Nicky sits down with Lee Brennan, lead singer of 90s hitmakers 911, for a conversation about ambition, identity and resilience. From growing up in Carlisle and chasing a dream with nothing but a letter to a radio station, Lee reflects on the whirlwind rise of 911, global success, and the pressures that came with boyband fame. He opens up about surviving Hodgkin’s lymphoma twice as a child, the impact it had on his confidence, and the mental health struggles that followed the band’s split.


    Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG Productions.


    Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Gary Barlow, Kellie Harrington, James McClean, Katie McCabe, Joss Stone, Alex Brooker, Tom Grennan, Five, Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Martin Compston, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson, Kodaline's Steve Garrigan, Ronan Keating, Sinitta, Jay McGuiness, Jill Scott, II Divo's Sébastien Izambard, Coleen Rooney, MC Harvey, Piers Morgan, Cian Ducrot, Steve Collins, Ben Adams, Five, Chris Kirkpatrick, Tiffany, James Bourne, Ardal O'Hanlon via https://nickybyrnehq.com/


    Follow Nicky on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/nickybyrneinsta/

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    59 mins
  • Katherine Jenkins - How a Welsh singer conquered the classical world

    Katherine Jenkins - How a Welsh singer conquered the classical world
    Dec 11 2025

    Nicky sits down with global classical superstar Katherine Jenkins for a warm and revealing conversation about music, motherhood and the moments that shaped her extraordinary career. From her early break as a young singer from Neath to becoming the world’s most successful classical crossover artist, Katherine reflects on the highs, the challenges and the personal losses that pushed her forward. This episode contains references to Cygnet Gin. These references reflect the guest’s own work and experience. This is not a paid promotion.


    Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG Productions.


    Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Gary Barlow, Kellie Harrington, James McClean, Katie McCabe, Joss Stone, Alex Brooker, Tom Grennan, Five, Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Martin Compston, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson, Kodaline's Steve Garrigan, Ronan Keating, Sinitta, Jay McGuiness, Jill Scott, II Divo's Sébastien Izambard, Coleen Rooney, MC Harvey, Piers Morgan, Cian Ducrot, Steve Collins, Ben Adams, Five, Chris Kirkpatrick, Tiffany, James Bourne, Ardal O'Hanlon via https://nickybyrnehq.com/


    Follow Nicky on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/nickybyrneinsta/

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Paul Sinton-Hewitt - How a broken runner built a movement

    Paul Sinton-Hewitt - How a broken runner built a movement
    Dec 4 2025

    Nicky sits down with Paul Sinton-Hewitt CBE, the founder of parkrun, for an extraordinary conversation about resilience, community, and the power of small beginnings. From a difficult childhood in South Africa’s care system to injury and burnout in his forties, Paul shares how losing his ability to run led him to create a simple Saturday-morning time trial that would change millions of lives.


    Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG Productions.


    Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Gary Barlow, Kellie Harrington, James McClean, Katie McCabe, Joss Stone, Alex Brooker, Tom Grennan, Five, Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Martin Compston, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson, Kodaline's Steve Garrigan, Ronan Keating, Sinitta, Jay McGuiness, Jill Scott, II Divo's Sébastien Izambard, Coleen Rooney, MC Harvey, Piers Morgan, Cian Ducrot, Steve Collins, Ben Adams, Five, Chris Kirkpatrick, Tiffany, James Bourne, Ardal O'Hanlon via https://nickybyrnehq.com/


    Follow Nicky on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/nickybyrneinsta/

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
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