logo
episode-header-image
Nov 2024
52m 4s

Rick Astley: Why He Gave It All Up And T...

LiSTNR
About this episode
tail spinning
Up next
Nov 2
Ken Rideout: How to Keep Going When You Feel Like Giving Up
What happens when the obsession that nearly destroys your life becomes the very thing that helps you rebuild it?On A Life Of Greatness, Sarah Grynberg sits down with Ken Rideout, a world champion marathon runner who overcame a decade-long opioid addiction to become one of the wor ... Show More
56m 51s
Oct 29
Sarah's Thoughts: Do You Know a Social Climber?
Ever been made to feel invisible the moment someone more “important” walks into the room?In Sarah’s Thoughts, mindset coach Sarah Grynberg explores social climbing, the need for approval and why chasing the right connections can leave you with very little real connection.You’ll l ... Show More
4m 2s
Oct 26
Mark Vicente: Cults, Fallen Gurus & the Dark Side of Self-Help
Why do we put spiritual and personal development leaders on a pedestal, and what happens when they fall?On A Life Of Greatness, Sarah Grynberg sits down with Mark Vicente, co-director of What the Bleep Do We Know!? and former senior NXIVM member, to explore cults, charismatic lea ... Show More
1h 3m
Recommended Episodes
Jun 2022
Questlove Supreme: Rick Astley
Rick Astley tells Questlove Supreme about rekindling an appreciation for his biggest hit, "Never Gonna Give You Up." He also discusses leaving the industry for over a decade, saving money, and discovering the Rick-Roll from a friend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa ... Show More
1h 35m
Jan 2023
S16, Ep1 How To Fail: Rick Astley on never growing up, never giving up and how a difficult childhood shaped his success
We're back for a brand new season. Well...you didn't think we were ever GONNA GIVE YOU UP did you? (See what I did there?)My childhood self is utterly thrilled that we get to open Season 16 with the legendary Rick Astley. The singing superstar who gained worldwide fame in the 198 ... Show More
1h 6m
Oct 2023
Rick Astley: Generational trauma, gut instincts, and village halls
There’s beauty in letting go and not having your life mapped out for you. That’s something musician Rick Astley has learnt in the years after calling it quits on his successful music career when he was just 27. In this chat with Fearne, Rick gives some brilliant insights into wha ... Show More
48m 57s
Sep 2025
S11 EP10: Rick Astley
Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant singer-songwriter, radio DJ and presenter - Rick Astley. You can find tickets and info on Rick's upcoming 'The Reflection' 2026 tour at https://rickastley.co.uk Rick's fantastic book 'N ... Show More
57m 11s
Jan 2023
Rick Rubin On Creativity, Authenticity & Living A Meaningful Life #327
This week’s guest is regarded as one of the all-time music greats. Named on Time magazine’s list of the ‘100 most influential people in the world’, he is none other than the legendary record producer, Mr Rick Rubin. Whether you know the name Rick Rubin or not - it is almost certa ... Show More
2h 36m
Sep 2023
Ricky Rebel (No Authority)
Can I Get Your Number. . . so we can chat all about Ricky Rebel! The pop hitmaker joins Lance on the pod to talk about going from an aspiring gymnast in the Inland Empire to being in a boy band signed to Michael Jackson's label to becoming a solo artist! Plus, Lance and Ricky sha ... Show More
55m 1s
Aug 2025
Rick Rubin on How to Make Something Great (Update)
<p>From recording some of the first rap hits to revitalizing Johnny Cash's career, the legendary producer has had an extraordinary creative life. In this episode he talks about his new book and his art-making process — and helps Steve get in touch with his own artistic side. </p> ... Show More
53m 24s
Nov 2023
Rick Rubin: Greatness Is a Gift to the Universe
<p>What if the key to unlocking your greatest creative potential lies not in learning something new, but in rediscovering something ancient and deeply personal within you? Join us as Rick Rubin, a legend in the world of music, reveals how tapping into your inner world can revolut ... Show More
1h 19m
Oct 2024
Ep 265: Rick Astley
<p>Rickrolling into the Dream Restaurant this week is British pop royalty, Rick Astley. We Never thought this would happen. </p><br><p>Rick Astley’s autobiography ‘Never’ is out on 10th October, published by Pan Macmillan. Pre-order it <a href="https://www.waterstones.com/book/ne ... Show More
1h 5m
Jun 2024
BITESIZE | Creativity, Authenticity & How to Live A Meaningful Life | Rick Rubin #465
Today’s guest has worked with a huge variety of different artists and is named on Time magazine’s list of the ‘100 most influential people in the world’. But I think one of the reasons he’s reached an almost mythical status across the world is because of his Zen-like manner and h ... Show More
17m 33s