Walking The Dog with Emily Dean

Emily and Raymond are joined by Radio One presenter and DJ, Charlie Hedges, for a Central London stroll.Charlie's incredible career actually started at 13 when she became a young reporter for an Essex based magazine, and she's gone on to interview everyone from Chris Martin to Justin Timberlake. Charlie is one of the most loved presenters on Radio One, through her show with Ricky and Melvin, Dance Anthems, and the Live Lounge. She's also hugely in demand for her DJ sets at festivals and in clubs around the world.Charlie's also a Mum, to her adorable daughter Summer, and currently presents the CBeebies Parenting Helpline Podcast, which offers expert advice and support for parents, as well as plenty of funny stories.Follow Charlie on Instagram hereFollow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Will NicholsMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back in North London with the wonderful and hilarious comedian Rosie Jones. In this part of our chat, we discuss Rosie’s “deceitful” entry into the comedy world, why she loves dark comedy and we find out about the project that Rosie’s the most proud of yet… By end of our walk - we might even have convinced her to expedite her plan to get a dog! Follow @josierones on Instagram Rosie is currently on tour with her new show I Can’t Tell What She’s Saying. You can can find a date near you and buy tickets at https://rosiejonescomedy.com/ Rosie has recently set up the Rosie Jones Foundation which is on a mission to empower lives and change minds. It is taking a stand against isolation and prioritising inclusion. This begins with two key priorities: ensuring access to appropriate, lived experience-led mental health support for individuals living with cerebral palsy and fostering community connection and peer support through events and workshops. You can read more at https://www.rosiejonesfoundation.com/ You can stream Pushers on Channel 4 nowFollow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Emily and Raymond in North London with the brilliant comedian Rosie Jones! Rosie started her career behind the scenes in television as a writer on panel shows. She’s gone on to become a household name - appearing on shows like Taskmaster, The Last Leg, 8 out of 10 Cats and Would I Lie To You!Rosie’s never had a dog - but she’s always wanted one… and she has an elaborate plan that she’s going to enact to make sure she gets a dog in her life soon - and it can’t come soon enough!We discussed how hard Rosie is working to protect her boundaries when she’s approached by members of the public, her approach to dealing with exes and how she realised she used humour as a child as a mechanism to combat ableism. Follow @josierones on Instagram Rosie is currently on tour with her new show I Can’t Tell What She’s Saying. You can can find a date near you and buy tickets at https://rosiejonescomedy.com/ Rosie has recently set up the Rosie Jones Foundation which is on a mission to empower lives and change minds. It is taking a stand against isolation and prioritising inclusion. This begins with two key priorities: ensuring access to appropriate, lived experience-led mental health support for individuals living with cerebral palsy and fostering community connection and peer support through events and workshops. You can read more at https://www.rosiejonesfoundation.com/ You can stream Pushers on Channel 4 nowFollow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back in Battersea Park with the brilliant comedian Jake Lambert. We find out how Jake went from tweeting one-liners while he was working as a temp to becoming an internationally touring stand-up comedian. We also discuss some of Jake’s hilarious videos which have racked up over 500 million view on social media. From basic instagram captions, to angry drivers… Jake has a talent for storytelling which has earned him a devoted fanbase. Jake is on tour with his show The Sunshine Kid - you can find dates and buy your tickets at jakelambertcomedy.comFollow @jakelambertcomedy on InstagramYou can listen to Jake’s podcast Save It For The Podcast - which he co-hosts with George Lewis - on all podcast platforms! Follow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Emily and Raymond are taking a stroll in London’s Battersea Park with the comedian Jake Lambert! Jake has risen to fame thanks to his videos on social media - which have racked up over 500 million views, building him a devoted fan base. He’s now on an international tour with his non-stop, gag-filled, storytelling stand-up. Jake is a cat man - he lives with his cat Richard Parker - who survived a very frightening incident and has gone on to become one of the most popular cats in the neighbourhood. Just don’t call him Richard...In this part of our chat, we discuss how Jake went from shy child to stand up, the impact of becoming an uncle as a teenager and why he choses to never swear. Jake is on tour with his show The Sunshine Kid - you can find dates and buy your tickets at jakelambertcomedy.comFollow @jakelambertcomedy on InstagramYou can listen to Jake’s podcast Save It For The Podcast - which he co-hosts with George Lewis - on all podcast platforms! Follow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily and Ray are in Regent’s Park with Mark Radcliffe and his cavapoo Arlo! In this part of our chat, we find out some of the extraordinary encounters Mark has had throughout his broadcasting career - including a surreal experience in David Bowie’s dressing room… We find out why Mark turned down Strictly, how he approaches his partnership with Stuart Maconie and why Arlo is the perfect travelling companion. Mark’s brilliant book Et Tu Cavapoo: A Dog’s Life In Rome - which follows Mark’s three-month sojourn in Rome - told through both Mark and Arlo’s eyes! You can get your copy here!You can listen to Radcliffe and Maconie on BBC Radio 6 Music on Saturday and Sundays from 8-10am and The Folk Show on BBC Radio 2 on Wednesdays at 9pmYou can buy tickets for An Audience With Mark and Lard at http://markandlard.com/ Follow @themarkrad on X Follow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett Follow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Emily and Raymond for a stroll in London’s Regent’s Park with legendary broadcaster Mark Radcliffe. We met Mark with his gorgeous cavapoo - Arlo (who is a very good boy with a passion for squirrel chasing…) and we discussed his long history with dogs - including a black Labrador called Sabbath (best name ever!) Mark started his broadcasting career in local radio in Manchester - and has since built a cult following as a presenter on the BBC. We chatted about how a career in radio came as a bit of a surprise for Mark, how he feels he has become more introverted through time and how he feels about his short-lived stint as the co-host of the Radio 1 breakfast show with Marc Riley. Mark’s brilliant book Et Tu Cavapoo: A Dog’s Life In Rome - which follows Mark’s three-month sojourn in Rome - told through both Mark and Arlo’s eyes! You can get your copy here!You can listen to Radcliffe and Maconie on BBC Radio 6 Music on Saturday and Sundays from 8-10am and The Folk Show on BBC Radio 2 on Wednesdays at 9pmYou can buy tickets for An Audience With Mark and Lard at http://markandlard.com/ Follow @themarkrad on X Follow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily and Raymond are in Hertford with the fabulous Anna Williamson!In this part of our chat, we find out how Anna pivoted from girl band star to therapist to celebrity dating agent on our favourite show - Celebs Go Dating. We also discuss her own relationship with therapy and her approach to creating a safe space for her clients.This episode contains discussion of depression, mental heath and traumaFollow @annawilliamsonofficial on InstagramFollow @annawilliamson_official on TikTok Keep up with everything Anna here - including links to listen to her fabulous podcasts LuAnna and The Affair. You can also find links there to purchase Anna’s brilliant books including Breaking Mad: The Insider’s Guide To Conquering Anxiety. Celebs Go Dating series 14 is currently airing on E4. You can catch up here!Follow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining Emily and Raymond for a stroll today is the fabulous Anna Williamson! We met Anna in beautiful Hertford to chat about her endlessly fascinating life and career. From joining a girlband when she was 17 and then becoming a TV presenter... this woman has done it all. Anna now hosts two incredibly successful podcasts - LuAnna and The Affair - and she also stars as one of the experts on Channel 4's Celebs Go Dating! We discussed Anna’s childhood in a house with three brothers and golden retrievers. She explains why she feels so strongly about when it's the right place and time to give an opinion and we also discuss the profound effect of grief - and the moment Anna decided to live her life to the fullest. Follow @annawilliamsonofficial on InstagramFollow @annawilliamson_official on TikTok Keep up with everything Anna here - including links to listen to her fabulous podcasts LuAnna and The Affair. You can also find links there to purchase Anna’s brilliant books including Breaking Mad: The Insider’s Guide To Conquering Anxiety. Celebs Go Dating series 14 is currently airing on E4. You can catch up here!Follow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Emily and Raymond for a very special walk - thanks to Bakers Dog Food! We’re on Hampstead Heath with the wonderful comedian Grace Campbell and her gorgeous dog Eddie! Eddie is a King Charles Spaniel - named rather brilliantly after Eddie from Absolutely Fabulous - and it’s clear she and Grace have a very special bond. We spoke about how Grace feels when people tell her they fancy her Dad - Alistair Campbell, why she loves mealtimes with Eddie and we also discuss our dogs’ celebrity look-a-likes. You can listen to Grace’s brilliant podcast Late To The Party on all podcast platforms!Follow @disgracecampbell on InstagramThis episode is sponsored by Bakers Dog FoodFollow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Emily, Raymond, John and Edward for the second part of our walk on London’s Hampstead Heath!In this part of our chat, we discuss John and Edward’s friendship with the wonderful Gemma Collins, their approach to success in the music industry - and how they handle domestic disputes… We absolutely loved our walk with John and Edward - and we were completely delighted to find out that they think Raymond is 'jepic' - the ultimate compliment! Follow @jepicpics on InstagramFollow @jepictiktok on TikTokFollow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Emily and Raymond are on Hampstead Heath - with John and Edward Grimes, collectively known as Jedward! John and Edward are identical twins from Dublin - who shot to fame on The X Factor in 2009 when they were 17 years old. They have gone on to become pop culture icons - releasing four albums, representing Ireland at the Eurovision Song Contest twice and appearing on Celebrity Big Brother - and much, much more!John and Edward’s family dog Blaze is back in Ireland - but they have a long history with dogs including a Shih Tzu! Raymond was utterly delighted to spend the afternoon with this iconic duo! We discuss how people treat them as a result of their public persona, how they feel after losing their mum - and why they fought so hard to be authentic to themselves on The X Factor. Follow @jepicpics on InstagramFollow @jepictiktok on TikTokFollow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the second part of our catch up with the brilliant comedian Russell Kane!In this part of our chat, we talk about the moment that changed Russell's life, which spurred him on to pursue education and take back the life he felt was stolen from him.Russell has written a brilliant book for kids called Pet Selector! He’s collated this uniquely accessible compendium of 40 typical and not so typical household pets, packed with facts, but prioritising the info that matters most to families like neediness, lovingness and outdoor skills! Hilarious to all animal-lovers, it doubles as an insightful yet fun-filled resource for families picking their perfect pet. You can get your copy here!Russell is on tour across the UK and Europe until December 2025 with his show Hyperactive. You can find a date near you and get your tickets here!Evil Genius with Russell Kane is available on BBC Sounds - or wherever you get your podcasts!Get your copy of Son of a Silverback: Growing up in the shadow of an alpha male here!You can find out more about JOLT - the award-winning supplement, combining 7 scientifically backed ingredients, designed to slow down the ageing process at joltmyworld.comFollow @russell_kane on InstagramThis episode contains some very strong language Follow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we’re having a catch up with our old friend - the wonderful comedian Russell Kane.Russell was one of the first ever guests on Walking The Dog - all the way back in 2017. You can listen back to that episode here!We were sad to find out that Russell’s beloved pug Colin is no longer with us - but the joyful news is that the Kane family home is now teeming with animals! Russell is "bi-petual"… he has three Chihuahuas and three cats! We chatted about Russell’s passion for chasing the correct pet, his fascinating childhood and the impact his relationship with his dad had on his life.Russell has written a brilliant book for kids called Pet Selector! He’s collated this uniquely accessible compendium of 40 typical and not so typical household pets, packed with facts, but prioritising the info that matters most to families like neediness, lovingness and outdoor skills! Hilarious to all animal-lovers, it doubles as an insightful yet fun-filled resource for families picking their perfect pet. You can get your copy here!Russell is on tour across the UK and Europe until December 2025 with his show Hyperactive. You can find a date near you and get your tickets here!Evil Genius with Russell Kane is available on BBC Sounds - or wherever you get your podcasts!Get your copy of Son of a Silverback: Growing up in the shadow of an alpha male here!You can find out more about JOLT - the award-winning supplement, combining 7 scientifically backed ingredients, designed to slow down the ageing process at joltmyworld.comFollow @russell_kane on InstagramThis episode contains some very strong language and references to suicide. Follow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we’re bringing you a very special episode of Walking The Dog! We’ve teamed up with Dr Alex George and his brilliant podcast Stompcast to take a special walk, thanks to ManyPets pet insurance.We met Alex and his adorable dog Rolo on London’s Clapham Common. Ray didn’t join us on this one - we promise he wasn’t being lazy - but it was a hot day when we met Alex and because Raymond is elderly and his breed is particularly sensitive to heat, we decided to let him sit this one out.Dr Alex is a presenter, bestselling author and podcaster. As a former A&E doctor - Alex has used his platform to become a leading advocate for making mental health support more accessible for everyone.We chatted to Alex about how dogs can help connect you to people and how our pets can be a real support during tough times. We also spoke about the deep emotional bonds we can have with our pets and how it’s important to be there for them when they need us the most.Follow @dralexgeorge on InstagramFollow @thestompcast on InstagramAlex’s fantastic podcast Stompcast is available on all podcast platforms!https://manypets.com/uk/?utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=walking-the-dog&utm_campaign=branded-episodeFollow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye Lawrence - with thanks to the Stompcast team for editing and production on this episodeMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back in Haggerston Park with the hilarious comedian - and now author - Rhys James! In this part of our chat - we diver further into some of the themes in Rhys’ book - You’ll Like It When You Get There! We discuss how his life has been driven by dread, how he overcame that to become a stand-up comedian and why he thinks that having his kidney removed wasn’t a big deal. You’ll Like It When You Get there is out on 14th August - you can pre-order your copy here!If you’d like to hear more from Rhys - you can listen to his first appearance on Walking The Dog from April 2024 here!Follow @rhysjamesy on InstagramKeep up with all things Rhys at https://rhysjames.co.uk/ Follow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Emily and Raymond are taking a stroll in East London’s Haggerston Park with the brilliant comedian Rhys James! We were thrilled to go on another walk with Rhys to chat about his hilarious new book - You'll Like It When You Get There: A Life Lived Reluctantly! It’s a brilliant funny book - taking a refreshingly honest look at modern life, and how to get out of living it.We spoke to Rhys about some of the themes of the book: overthinking, dread and celebrating plans being cancelled. You’ll Like It When You Get there is out on 14th August - you can pre-order your copy here!If you’d like to hear more from Rhys - you can listen to his first appearance on Walking The Dog from April 2024 here!Follow @rhysjamesy on InstagramKeep up with all things Rhys at https://rhysjames.co.uk/ Follow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re in beautiful Dulwich Park with the online comedian Hayley Morris. Hayley’s brilliant sketches have earned her over 9 million followers! In this part of our chat we discuss social media fame, Hayley’s experience of grief after losing her dad and the way she feels about spending the money she has earned on social media. Hayley’s comedy shorts are available on her YouTube channel. Subscribe to make sure you don’t miss her next release which is coming in August! Follow @hayleymorris3 on InstagramFollow @hayleygeorgiamorris on TikTokBuy your copy of Me vs Brain: An Overthinker’s Guide to Life – the instant Sunday Times bestseller!Follow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us in London’s beautiful Dulwich Park with the brilliant online comedian Hayley Morris! Hayley’s life changed during the pandemic - when she started posting sketches on social media. She has now amassed a staggering 9 million followers with her hilarious and inspiring sketches - which cover every topic from bras to mental health! Hayley has a young whippet called Donatello - who didn’t join us on our walk, because he’s still learning how to socialise with other dogs on walks. This meant that Raymond was thrilled to have Hayley to himself, and he spent much of this chat asleep on her lap.We spoke to Hayley about how she’s turned her anxiety into comedy, how she handled her dad's dementia diagnosis and her former career as a wench… Hayley’s comedy shorts are available on her YouTube channel. Subscribe to make sure you don’t miss her next release which is coming in August! Follow @hayleymorris3 on InstagramFollow @hayleygeorgiamorris on TikTokBuy your copy of Me vs Brain: An Overthinker’s Guide to Life – the instant Sunday Times bestseller!Follow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily and Raymond are in Ealing with our wonderful friend - the comedian Pierre Novellie!We chat about Pierre’s engagement and upcoming wedding - we find out whether he went down on one knee and how he possibly surprised his fiancee TOO much. We also find out why Pierre prefers podcasting to radio, why overthinking can lead to you living a richer life and we find out about his upcoming Edinburgh show - You Sit There, I’ll Stand Here. You can catch him at the Edinburgh Fringe from 28th July - 24th August at 19:05 at Monkey Barrel 3. Buy your tickets here!Follow @pierrenovellie on InstagramYou can listen to Frank, Pierre and Emily on the Frank Off The Radio podcast which is available on all podcast platforms. You can also listen to Pierre on BudPod which he co-hosts with Glenn Moore - and his brand new podcast Button Boys, a gaming podcast he hosts with Glenn and Sarah Keyworth! Order Pierre’s brilliant book Why Can’t I Just Enjoy Things? A Comedian’s Guide To Autism here - https://geni.us/pierrenovelliepb Follow Emily: Instagram - @emilyrebeccadeanX - @divine_miss_emThank you to Dex Roy for his production support on this episodeWalking The Dog is produced by Faye LawrenceMusic: Rich Jarman Artwork: Alice LudlamPhotography: Karla Gowlett  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.