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The Chris Evans Show with The National Lottery

James McAvoy, Tyson Fury, Tim Minchin, Josh O'Connor

This week on the show we welcomed friends from the world of film, television, literature, comedy, and boxing.

James McAvoy shares his excitement ahead of his upcoming West End show 'Cyrano de Bergerac'.

Josh O'Connor tells us about playing Prince Charles in Season 3 of The Crown.

Tyson Fury chats mental health and his new book 'Behind the Mask'.

And Tim Minchin discusses his brand-new Sky Original 'Upright'.

Plus Jennifer Lee, Chris Buck, Griff Rhys Jones, and Paul Feig!

You can catch Chris and the team live weekdays 6:30am-10am on Virgin Radio UK and on Sundays from 10am.

Be sure to subscribe to the podcast every week to hear the highlights!

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