Babatunde Aleshe

Babatunde Aleshe

Author: Global June 17, 2025 Duration: 52:42

“I would never have guessed that my claim to fame would be from a Tellytubby!”

Season 3 starts with a bang. Babatunde Aleshe joins Tim Lihoreau for his unique A-List dinner party line up and conversation about comedy, the universe and everything.

They catch up on all things music AND what to do when success seems unachievable 

He takes Tim on a whirlwind tour of his ‘famous five’ guests.  They can be living or dead, real or fictional, beloved or controversial – all that’s guaranteed is they are made welcome. Plus, can we convince Babatunde to accept the “Gate-crasher”? You’ll have to listen to find out! 

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Ever wondered who you'd really want at your table for the perfect conversation? That's the delicious premise behind Guess Who's Coming To Dinner?, hosted by Classic FM's Tim Lihoreau. This isn't just about listing famous names; it's a deep dive into the personalities and histories that fascinate us. Each episode, a different notable guest constructs their ultimate fantasy guest list, choosing five figures from any time or realm-be they historical icons, fictional characters, or controversial modern minds. The discussions reveal as much about the selector's own passions and curiosities as they do about their chosen invitees. Just when the menu seems set, Tim introduces his signature twist: an unexpected 'gatecrasher' for the party. The resulting debate-whether to welcome this interloper or show them the door-adds a layer of spontaneous and often hilarious tension. Listening feels like eavesdropping on the most engaging pre-dinner drinks you can imagine, where the stakes are low but the ideas are enormous. This podcast seamlessly blends elements of society, culture, and entertainment, turning a simple question into a revealing exploration of human connection and intellectual curiosity. You'll come for the fascinating guest lists and stay for the witty, unpredictable conversation that follows.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 62

Guess Who's Coming To Dinner?
Podcast Episodes
John Suchet [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:59
Sample the silken, honeyed tones of news legend John Suchet as he joins Tim Lihoreau for a story-filled, delightful dialogue to unveil his 5 fantasy dinner party guests. ITN News veteran, Classic FM legend and seasoned i…
Shazia Mirza [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:15
“Every time I watched…[People were dying]…they were telling you to shut up!”Get up close and behind the mic with the comedian and writer Shazia Mirza joining Tim Lihoreau for a funny and forthright chat to reveal her fiv…
Danny Wallace [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:05
“It would be a lot of effort to go to…to create a whole Amanda Holden!"In the pod squad this week is writer and presenter Danny Wallace, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a unique conversation about his five fantasy dinner p…
Jay Rayner [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:10
In this delectable episode, Tim Lihoreau welcomes the inimitable Jay Rayner — acclaimed food critic, journalist, and musician — to his imaginary dinner table. As the conversation flows, Jay dishes out stories from behind…
Paul McKenna [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:53
‘Paolo di Enfield…I’m going to tell my wife. She will love that.’In this fascinating episode of Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner, Classic FM’s Tim Lihoreau welcomes world-renowned hypnotist, author, and self-development guru…
Sir Tim Rice [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:52
Time for a living legend on the pod. Lyricist Tim Rice joins host Tim Lihoreau for a story-soaked conversation to reveal his five fantasy dinner party guests.From writing Evita and Jesus Christ Superstar through to his t…
Kate Mosse [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:08
Season Two continues with all the write stuff when author Kate Mose joins host Tim Lihoreau for a captivating conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests.From her time in publishing, through the Labyrinth yea…
Alexei Sayle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:24
“People would be like “Wow…who’s that, with Matt Damon. No... “Who’s that with Alexei Sayle!” Season Two starts with a banger on 'GWCTD?' when Alexei Sayle joins host Tim Lihoreau for an unforgettable conversation about…
Sir Tony Robinson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:30
“what my greatest sin? a filet-o-fish"Baldrick is in the building! On the podcast this week is actor, writer and knight of the realm Sir Tony Robinson, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a fabulous conversation about his five…
Ania Magliano [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:47
"That is what a monarch should be doing!" In the pod squad this week is stand-up comedian Ania Magliano, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a unique conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests.The Edinburgh Comedy…