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Episodes
Ep 84: Sam Clemmett
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lady Whistledown prepare yourself because today we are joined by Queen Charlotte star, Sam Clemmett, who is bringing the first queer character to the ...
Ep 83: Christina Ricci
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I can’t believe I am even saying this, but today we are joined by a true icon, Christina Ricci! Since she was scouted at the age of seven, Christ...
Ep 82: Charlie Murphy
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone is talking about Netflix’s erotic thriller, Obsession - from the pillow humping scene to the plot twists - and today we are joined by the s...
Ep 81: Gemma Arterton
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are coming in HOT with a brand new episode of Reign, with megababe Gemma Arterton, who I honestly just want to be best friends with after this chat...
Ep 80: Tessa Thompson
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m back with another incredible guest for this episode of Reign, and I can’t lie, I think she is one of the coolest people in the world, it’s T...
Ep 79: Kathryn Newton
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hello my babes, and welcome back to another STUNNING episode of Reign. In this episode, I chat to Kathryn Newton, who you might remember from her r...
Ep 78: Ruby Stokes
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome back to a brand new series of Reign! I am so excited to be back, especially with the guests we’ve got lined up… I hope you’re ...
Ep 77: Madelyn Cline
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the second birthday of the Reign podcast - Happy Birthday to us! Thanks for being here! So, to celebrate I wanted to welcome back one of the po...
Ep 76: Joy Sunday
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today you are invited to the Reign holiday party because this is the final episode of the year! So get your drink of choice poured and prepare to list...
Ep 75: Kate Hudson
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
SCREAMS! Today we are joined by a true queen of Hollywood, Kate Hudson. Kate has such an iconic back catalogue of movies from her rom-com era, ‘How ...
Ep 74: Billie Piper
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I am BEYOND EXCITED that we are joined by my OG Idol, Billie Piper, who made the first album I ever bought - fun fact! Believe it or not, Billie fir...
Ep 73: Chloë Grace Moretz
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Chloë Grace Moretz and this episode is all about setting personal boundaries, stopping people pleasing, letting go of people w...
Ep 72: Omar Rudberg
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You wait for one ‘Young Royals’ star to come on the podcast and TWO come on the podcast back to back! So get your crowns ready because today, we a...
Ep 71: Edvin Ryding
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You have NO idea how many times I have been asked to get the leads of Netflix’s hit TV show, ‘Young Royals’ on the podcast, and today it’s fin...
Ep 70: Yusra Mardini
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This special episode is a reminder, in the face of so much hateful rhetoric from government officials, that refugees need our allyship, not our prejud...
Ep 69: Ophelia Lovibond
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Ophelia Lovibond! This chat has everything - from a discussion of prosthetic penises to her Mum’s love for a willy montage, t...
Ep 68: Madison Beer
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by the self-made pop sensation, Madison Beer! (TW: this episode references suicide and suicidal thoughts) Madison has amassed a ja...
Ep 67: Noah Centineo
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Noah Centineo, star of ‘Black Adam’ and ‘To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before’ joins us today to talk about everything from chicken nuggets to ...
Ep 66: Nazanin Boniadi
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is dedicated to the plight of the brave women currently fighting for their rights in Iran, and it is a real honour to be joined by the ac...
Ep 65: Lena Dunham
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I have LOVED Lena Dunham since her break-out show, Girls, so I am so excited we are joined by her today! In case you haven’t watched it, Girls - whi...
Ep 64: Kaitlyn Dever
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kaitlyn Dever, star of everything from Booksmart to Dopesick, is one of the best actresses on our screens right now and I am so excited she is joining...
Ep 63: Adwoa Aboah
09 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I have been inspired by Adwoa Aboah, who hopes to normalise the difficult conversations around mental health, so there couldn’t be a better guest to...
Ep 62: Abigail Cowen
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Abigail Cowen, the star of Netflix's ‘Fate: The Winx Saga’ joins us for the latest episode of Reign and excuse me whilst I geek out about one of m...
Ep 61: Zoey Deutch
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The incredible Zoey Deutch is my guest on this episode of Reign! I caught up with Zoey fresh from the success of her latest movie, Not Okay. The movie...
Ep 60: Miranda Cosgrove
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are there any iCarly stans in the house? Well today we are joined by the show’s star, Carly herself, Miranda Cosgrove! Even if you haven’t seen th...
Ep 59: Natalia Dyer
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are BACK after a short break with a brand new series and as a huge Stranger Things fan I am SO excited that today we are joined by the show’s sta...
Ep 58: Samantha Tan
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by a real game changer in the world of motorsport with professional racing car driver, Samantha Tan! After starting her solo racin...
Ep 57: Dina Asher-Smith
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There’s fast, and then there’s World Champion sprinter Dina Asher-Smith who joins us today! Not only is Dina the reigning world champion in the 20...
Ep 56: Elena Rybakina
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I am screaming with excitement! Prepare to welcome the 2022 Wimbledon Women's Champion, Elena Rybakina! For this exclusive interview I caught up with...
Ep 55: Nikita Parris
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s coming home, it's coming home, football's coming home and our Women's England team are (hopefully) about to win the UEFA Women’s EURO 2022! A...
Ep 54: Joey King
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I am beyond excited to be joined on this week’s episode by Joey King, not only because I have wanted her on the podcast for the longest time but she...
Ep 53: Marli Siu
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who else was absolutely obsessed with Dolly Alterton’s memoir, Everything I Know About Love? And is equally obsessed with the BBC adaptation of the ...
Ep 52: Olive Gray
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about being true to yourself in a world that tells you to conform, as today we are joined by the star of the new dramatisation of ...
Ep 51: Isis Hainsworth
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is for everyone who is struggling to love themselves, or has been on that journey as we are joined by the new Queen of Scots, Isis Hainsw...
Ep 50: Emma Pasarow
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you haven’t seen Netflix's new movie Along for the Ride yet and are as obsessed with teen romantic movies as I am, prepare to fall in love with t...
Ep 49: Joe Locke
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Heartstopper fans, if you loved Charlie as much as I did this episode is for YOU, as today we are joined by the man himself, Joe Locke. And he’s eve...
Ep 48: Kit Connor
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you sobbed, smiled and adored the Netflix hit show, Heartstopper as much as I did, prepare yourselves because today we are joined by one of the sho...
Ep 47: Michelle Dockery
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dust off your tiara and slip into your finery because this week we are joined by Downton Abbey’s Lady Mary herself, Michelle Dockery! As a ‘Downt...
Ep 46: Tayce
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Drag Queen with the cheek, the nerve, the gall, the audacity and all the gumption, Tayce is here to start your engines in this week’s episode of...
Ep 45: It's A Sin: Real Life Stories
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you have just listened to our epic episode with Callum Scott Howells and loved It’s A Sin as much as I did, this episode dives into the issues ra...
Ep 44: Callum Scott Howells
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hold on to your tissues because you might shed happy and sad tears because in today's episode we are joined by the star of It’s A Sin, Callum Scott ...
Ep 43: Kiernan Shipka
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
‘Sabrina’ fans, ‘Mad Men’ fans, and fans of a great convo, prepare yourselves because in this week’s episode we are joined by Kiernan Shipka...
Ep 42: Simone Ashley
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can you hear Lady Whistledown’s quill quivering? Because this week we are joined by Bridgerton’s leading lady, Simone Ashley! Simone first hit our...
Ep 41: Lucy Boynton
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are joined by one of my faves, actress Lucy Boynton!Believe it or not, Lucy started acting at the age of 12 alongside Renée Zellweger as...
Ep 40: Mackenzie Davis
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to hear from the epic actress-turned-philosopher (I am not joking - she is beyond wise about life), Mackenzie Davis! Mackenzie’s CV is dri...
Ep 39: Nicôle Lecky
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I am BEYOND excited for you to hear this week’s episode with quadruple threat, Nicôle Lecky, who not only stars in the BBC hit show, Mood, she also...
Ep 38: Sophie Skelton
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Outlander fans prepare yourselves as this week we are joined by the show’s star, Sophie Skelton! If you aren’t one of the MANY Outlander Fans alre...
Ep 37: Louisa Jacobson
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After a little mini break we are BACK BABES with some super empowering episodes for YOU! This week is all about shutting down your imposter syndrome a...
Ep 36: Johannes Radebe
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode has it all: from tears to laughter as I am joined by the King of Joy and Strictly Come Dancing pro, Johannes Radebe. Born in the...
Ep 35: Diane Kruger
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode is all about embracing and being empowered by the ‘f**k you moments’ in our lives as I am joined by Hollywood goddess, Diane...
Ep 34: Lucas Bravo
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
HAPPY NEW YEAR BABES! I am back with a brand new series which hopefully will inspire you to start the new year by looking after yourself and your ment...
Ep 33: Claire Foy
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I am beside myself because we are joined by real life royalty… well almost… on this special episode, it’s the OG queen from Netflix’s The Cro...
Ep 32: Drag Race Finalist Krystal Versace
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Don’t say I don’t treat you to an audience with real life queens on this podcast because this week I have dropped three special episodes of Reign ...
Ep 31: Drag Race Finalist Ella Vaday
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
(Drag) QUEENS your engines must be well and truly revved this week because I am dropping three special episodes with the finalists of Ru Paul’s Drag...
Ep 30: Drag Race Finalist Kitty Scott-Claus
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
(Drag) QUEENS start your engines because I am dropping three special episodes with the finalists of Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK 2021 today and we are sta...
Ep 29: Melanie C
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
People of the world! Spice Up Your Life! Because Melanie C is the today's guest on Reign! We celebrate 25 years of the Spice Girls, and I think I have...
Ep 28: Joanne Froggatt
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Liar, Downton Abbey and Angela Black star, Joanne Froggatt joins me for this episode of Reign! Is there a TV show we haven’t been obsessed with whic...
Ep 27: Ellie Goulding
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to have Ellie Goulding’s vast array of bangers stuck in your head because the pop queen herself joins me for the latest episode of Reign! ...
Ep 26: Addison Rae
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for some screaming (literally) because Queen Addison Rae joins me for the latest episode of Reign! Last week I had the pleasure of sitting d...
Ep 25: Tom Ellis
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s getting HORNY - literally - as Lucifer star Tom Ellis joins me for the latest episode of Reign. We have a king in the realm! Tom first hit our...
Ep 24: Gabrielle Union
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Talking to Queen Gabrielle Union - let's just call this her coronation - is like stepping into an incubator of empowerment - so get ready for this epi...
Ep 23: Léa Seydoux
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
People don’t come much more chic or more soothing (it’s the French accent isn’t it?!) than this week’s guest on Reign with Josh Smith, it’s ...
Ep 22: Jesy Nelson
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My podcast, Reign with Josh Smith has always been about opening up conversations to help others. Someone who has always done that is none other than P...
Series 4 is GO!
25 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I'm so excited to bring you an amazing new series of Reign, with a whole host of incredible guests- Royalty in their own right! In this series you'll ...
Ep 21: Jodie Comer
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My podcast, Reign with Josh Smith is ALL about open and empowering conversations but it’s also about the power of listening to others. So, in the sp...
Ep 20: Kiana Madeira
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hands up if you have seen Netflix's trilogy of horror movies, Fear Street, absolutely pooped yourself AND fallen into new levels of obsession with its...
Ep 19: Shane Jenek AKA Courtney Act
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Start your engines because Shane Jenek AKA Courtney Act joins me for the final episode of my mini-series, Reign with Pride! Shane has had many iconic...
Ep 18: Paris Lees
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Author, activist and transgender trailblazer, Paris Lees joins me for the third episode of my mini-series, Reign with Pride, and it is one of the most...
Ep 17: Samira Wiley
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
May the lord open! The Emmy award winning The Handmaid’s Tale star Samira Wiley joins me for the second episode of Reign with Pride, opening up abou...
Ep 16: Cara Delevingne
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cara Delevingne joins me for the first episode of my new mini-series, Reign with Pride and opens up about sexuality, sex and even some hilarious strip...
Welcome to the Pride Mini-Series!
21 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for Reign with Pride: a special four-part mini-series, where Josh talks in-depth with some the LGBTQ+ community's biggest trailblazers. Lear...
Ep 15: Anne-Marie (Live from the LiveNow studios)
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Pop queen Anne-Marie joins me for the first ever live recording of Reign! I think the clapping, the screaming and the laughter show just how much I lo...
Ep 14: Nathalie Emmanuel
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nathalie Emmanuel, star of Game of Thrones and The Fast and The Furious is our guest queen on this episode of Reign with me, Josh Smith! I first watc...
Ep 13: Antonia Gentry
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Coming live from her childhood bedroom, Ginny and Georgia star, Antonia Gentry is the latest guest on Reign! Not familiar with Ginny and Georgia? Well...
Ep 12: Naomi Scott
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hold on tight to your magic carpet, because in this episode of Reign I am joined by a real life Disney Princess; Princess Jasmine herself, Naomi Scott...
Ep 11: Jessie Mei Li
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you are as obsessed with Netflix's new smash hit TV show, Shadow and Bone as I am you are going to LOVE this episode of Reign with it's star, Jessi...
Ep 10: Clara Amfo
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Come on Barbie, let’s go party! Radio 1 host, Strictly Come Dancing star, podcast host of This City and *official* Barbie doll, Clara Amfo joins me ...
Ep 9: Munroe Bergdorf
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are activists and then there is Munroe Bergdorf, who joins me for the second episode of season two! With over half a million followers on Instag...
Ep 8: Vanessa Kirby
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I am SO excited that the first guest for Reign season two is Vanessa Kirby, a *genuine* Oscar nominee who gave me one of the best pieces of advice for...
Back for Season 2!
09 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hey Queens, we're back for Season 2! New episodes coming at you from next week, so I'll see you there! Love, Josh x Learn more about your ad choices. ...
Ep 7: Iskra Lawrence
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this special episode of Reign, Josh talks to L'Oreal Paris ambassador, model, entrepreneur and body image activist Iskra Lawrence Iskra was droppe...
Ep 6: Madelyn Cline
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Reign, Josh talks to Outerbanks star, Madelyn Cline. Madelyn - who stars as Sarah in the Netflix teen drama, Outerbanks - talks can...
Ep 5: Katarina Johnson-Thompson
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Reign, Josh talks to Olympic athlete and World Champion, Katarina Johnson-Thompson. Katarina - or KJT as she is known to her fans ...
Ep 4: Lydia West
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Josh talks to It's A Sin star Lydia West AKA the Pink Palace ally, Jill. Lydia talks candily about the mental health impacts of playi...
Ep 3: Aimee Lou Wood
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Josh talks to Sex Education star Aimee Lou Wood. Aimee talks frankly about her experiences with eating disorders and how her relation...
Ep 2: Nicola Coughlan
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode, Josh is joined by the Bridgerton and Derry Girls star, Nicola Coughlan. Nicola talks openly about how her path to stardom d...
Ep 1: Lily Collins
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On the very first episode of Reign with Josh Smith, Josh is joined by Golden Globe Nominee, the star of Netflix’s smash hit show ‘Emily in Paris’...
Get ready to start making it reign!
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Make It Reign, where each episode journalist and presenter Josh Smith catches up with one of our favourite stars - and modern day Queens - ...