This week on the show we welcome friends from the world of music, comedy, broadcasting, politics, and literature.

The marvellous Mel C gets open and honest as she turns the pages on her memoir Who I Am.

Bestselling author Richard Osman leafs through his latest novel, and third instalment of the Thursday Murder Club, The Bullet That Missed, which is out now.

Take That heartthrob Mark Owen celebrates turning 50 years-old with a new album and forthcoming UK tour (oh - and a Take That movie).

Presenter and impressionist-master Matt Forde lifts the lid on his acclaimed tour Clowns To The Left Of Me, Jokers To The Right, plus spills the beans on Spitting Image Live.

Plus Chris speaks to mental health ambassador Dr Alex George and comedy-besties Daisy May Cooper and Seline Hizli.

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

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Melanie C - 00:39

Daisy May Cooper and Seline Hizli - 14:50

Richard Osman - 23:53

Mark Owen - 33:39

Matt Forde - 41:43

Dr Alex George - 50:29

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