Max Williams

Staff Writer

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Kojo Anim

Kojo Anim: "That taxi joke will never leave me!"

Comedian and breakout star of Britain's Got Talent Kojo Anim talks taxi jokes Dave Chappelle, and his upcoming autobiography the latest edition of Lockdown Life

Published: Monday 11th May 2020
Callum Smith

Callum Smith: "I told my partner that I was an electrician"

WBA world champion Callum Smith talks future fights, career inspirations and Lewis Capaldi in the latest lockdown life

Published: Friday 8th May 2020
Don Cheadle – Black Monday

Don Cheadle: "I would love to be more hopeful"

Don Cheadle is currently burning up the small screen as the amoral Mo Monroe in Showtime's raucous Black Monday. We spoke to him about the madness of 1980s' Wall Street and the presidency of Donald Trump...

Published: Friday 1st May 2020

How I built it | Christian Svantesson, CEO, Single Malt Fund

Whisky investment is becoming an increasing tasty option for your portfolio. We meet Christian Svantesson, the founder and CEO of the Single Malt Fund – and learn how you can get involved, too

Published: Tuesday 21st April 2020
Clive Standen

Clive Standen: "I once got headbutted by a great white shark"

Former Viking, currently a member of the Council of Dads – the great Clive Standen talks TV, lockdown and the joys of family in another edition of Lockdown Life

Published: Tuesday 14th April 2020
Zinc

DJ Zinc: "I’d like to be locked down with a hybrid of Bill Bryson and Scarlett Johansson"

DJ Zinc is still searching for the perfect bassline – but he has his dream lockdown partner figured out...

Published: Tuesday 14th April 2020
Ed Jackson

Ed Jackson: "It was only three years ago that I had to spend nearly four months in hospital"

We spoke to one of the most inspirational men in the UK – rugby player turned paraplegic turned mountaineer / broadcaster / charity activist Ed Jackson – on his tips for getting through the lockdown

Published: Tuesday 14th April 2020

Dax: "Lockdown is a big opportunity for the cream of the crop to rise"

"I truly believe it is a big opportunity for the cream of the crop to rise and separate themselves from the pack in multiple fields." Dax isn't messing around when it comes to lockdown. Judging by his success to date, our man is walking the walk...

Published: Tuesday 14th April 2020
Esports – Lando Norris

Liam Payne vs Lando Norris? The unprecedented appeal of esports

In recent weeks, millions of people have turned to esports for their sporting fix. We spoke to Team Veloce co-founder Jamie MacLaurin about how the industry is coping with this unexpected opportunity – and what happens next...

Published: Thursday 9th April 2020

Franky Wah: "The first time I sat on Santa's lap, I bit him!"

Franky Wah talks Tiger King, the release of his new mixtape and his dream lockdown partner – a great shout...

Published: Thursday 9th April 2020

Jack Fowler: "Life has been 100mph since Love Island"

Everybody's favourite islander has turned pop star with the release of his debut single. We caught up with Jack Fowler to discuss music, lockdown life, and his ideal isolation companions

Published: Wednesday 8th April 2020

Jo Hartley: "I despise washing cutlery"

We spoke to the fantastic Jo Hartley about how she's coping with the lockdown. Step one: get off that rocking chair!

Published: Wednesday 8th April 2020
Sam Keeley

Sam Keeley: "There is a healthy amount of PlayStation happening"

Irish actor Sam Keeley may be self-isolating in Iceland but the lockdown experience is universal. We, too, are looking forward to our next communal beer...

Published: Tuesday 7th April 2020
Frank Smith

Frank Smith: "Barry Hearn has been a huge inspiration to me"

Frank Smith, CEO of Matchroom Boxing, shares his tips on getting through lockdown – and a little bit about his working day-to-day (which normally involves a lot more travelling)

Published: Tuesday 7th April 2020
Jordan Alexander

Jordan Alexander: "I would want to be locked down with Kendrick Lamar"

Singer, songwriter and actress Jordan Alexander shares what the lockdown life is like in Toronto. We really are all in this together...

Published: Tuesday 7th April 2020

Max Chilton: "I spend as much time as possible in the garden"

From the race course to the kitchen... Indy Series driver Max Chilton tells us how he's adjusting to life in the slow lane

Published: Tuesday 7th April 2020

"Now is the perfect time to start something new." Home workout tips from Shaun Stafford

Struggling to keep up with your exercise routine? We spoke to fitness expert Shaun Stafford for his best home workout tips during lockdown

Published: Monday 6th April 2020
Ant Saunders

Ant Saunders: "The new Animal Crossing is highly addictive"

Rising star, serious musical talent, avid player of Animal Crossing – Ant Saunders tells us a little bit about his life and a little bit about his lockdown...

Published: Sunday 5th April 2020
Stuart Martin

Stuart Martin: "My wife thinks I'm a weirdo"

We spoke to Scottish actor Stuart Martin about new detective show Miss Scarlet and the Duke, the peerless Billy Connelly, and life in the lockdown...

Published: Tuesday 31st March 2020
Why you should play chess

A love letter to... Chess

It's been around for thousands of years, and is played by millions of people around the world – including historical figures such as Napoleon, Lenin and John Wayne. Thanks to the internet, chess has never been more accessible. Here's why you should take it up...

Published: Tuesday 31st March 2020