Listed Londoner

Discover more about a notable Londoner as they answer 15 questions. Robert Elms learns about their favourite places, memories, pet hates and everything in between.

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Actor and rapper Ben Bailey Smith: ‘I’m never leaving London, where would I go?’
Ben says he’s determined to bring his kids up in the city. He spoke to Robert in 2016.
11 Aug 2026,27 mins
Singer Louise Marshall: ‘The Royal Albert hall is the best venue in London’
She’s performed at hundreds of venues. but this Listed Londoner loves the Albert Hall.
07 Aug 2026,18 mins
Actor Jason Flemyng: ‘I proposed in Richmond Park…on a tree’
Robert Elms spoke to the ‘Lock Stock’ star in 2013.
04 Aug 2026,26 mins
Ice cream shop owner Petra Tanos: ‘My worst London journey was my first!’
A particularly bad Heathrow journey still haunts this Listed Londoner.
31 Jul 2026,17 mins
Broadcaster Andrew Marr: ‘I got my information from politicians in nasty little bars’
The esteemed journalist spoke to Robert Elms in 2014.
28 Jul 2026,26 mins
Theatre Director and Dramaturg Marlie Haco: ‘I’ve never actually been into my favourite shop!’
This Listed Londoner is too worried this cutlery shop will disappoint her to go in.
24 Jul 2026,18 mins
Politician and Novelist Jeffrey Archer: ‘Swifties ruined my favourite pub!’
Robert was surprised to hear Taylor Swift's name come out of Jeffrey Archer's mouth.
21 Jul 2026,23 mins
DJ Jacky Logan: ‘The Rivoli Ballroom is like a magical world’
This Ballroom and Latin DJ’s favourite building didn’t come as a surprise to Robert.
17 Jul 2026,22 mins
Singer Geri Halliwell: ‘There were no expectations with Wannabe’
‘Ginger Spice’ reflected on the success of the Spice Girls’ debut in 2008.
14 Jul 2026,21 mins
Author Nadine Matheson: ‘My novels are a macabre love letter to south-east London’.
This Listed Londoner told Robert how her real life heavily inspires her writing.
10 Jul 2026,18 mins
Chef Giorgio Locatelli ‘I learnt English from Only Fools and Horses!’
Italian chef and long time Londoner Giorgio Locatelli spoke to Robert in 2017.
07 Jul 2026,25 mins
Textile Designer Sarah Campbell: ‘My most memorable night out was when I was 5!’
This Listed Londoner was lucky enough to attend a momentous festival at a young age.
03 Jul 2026,16 mins
The Late Rik Mayall, Comedian
The late Rik Mayall shared his views and memories about London with Robert Elms in 2010.
30 Jun 2026,23 mins,
French Pharmacist Marine Vincent: ‘Paris is like a museum, London is dynamic!
Our first French Listed Londoner has some strong views on the city.
26 Jun 2026,22 mins
Author Louise Hare: ‘There’s now a positive representation of Windrush’
This Listed Londoner’s debut novel inspired her choice of personal London landmark.
26 Jun 2026,19 mins
Music Manager Jasper Parrott: ‘I relish celebrating the city’
Jasper Parrott reveals his views and memories about London with Gary Crowley.
23 Jun 2026,18 mins
Broadcaster Samira Ahmed: ‘Never be afraid to work hard, even at something you don’t like’
Samira Ahmed reveals her views and memories about London with Gary Crowley.
16 Jun 2026,18 mins
Actor Monica Dolan: ‘I don’t like shopping but I know every inch of Westfield’
Monica Dolan shared her views and memories about London with Robert Elms in 2018.
02 Jun 2026,26 mins
Podcaster Francesca Amber: ‘I want my ashes scattered in Shoreditch House!’
This Listed Londoner told Robert why a fashionable social club is her must-go location.
29 May 2026,16 mins
Former footballer Bob Wilson: ‘There’s a 50ft Bob Wilson. I hope they don’t remove me!’
The Arsenal legend pondered his legacy with Robert Elms in 2011.
26 May 2026,24 mins
Museum Director Nicola Ayrton-Guest: ‘My Dad was a bus driver - it was incredibly exciting’
Nicola told Robert Elms why it was her Dad’s job that made London feel personal.
22 May 2026,19 mins
Actor Michael Ball: ‘The National Theatre is hideous! It should be levelled!’
He may be a theatre man, but this Listed Londoner is certainly not a fan of Brutalism.
19 May 2026,21 mins
Bookseller David Headley: ‘The world just didn’t feel right but that night was magical’
The owner of Goldsboro books told Robert about his unique pandemic wedding.
15 May 2026,18 mins
Actor Rebecca Front: 'I last went on a tube train in 1986’
The award winning actress, writer and comedian spoke to Robert in 2018.
12 May 2026,25 mins
Phil Wainman: ‘I was Primrose Phil - I’ve got the t-shirt!’
The hit record producer and song writer takes on the famous 15.
08 May 2026,18 mins
Yolanda Brown ‘My place of choice is the arcades - leave me there!’
Yolanda Brown - saxophonist, composer, broadcaster and author, speaking in 2016
05 May 2026,26 mins
Writer Michael Rosen: ‘I love all bookshops, but a shoe shop for big feet is my favourite’
As he turns 80, we visit when the children’s author became a Listed Londoner in 2013.
28 Apr 2026,25 mins
Charity Chair Dame Carol Homden: ‘We can only make London work if it works for all of us’
The CEO of Coram Children’s Charity told Robert why London is a good place for children.
24 Apr 2026,24 mins
Film critic Mark Kermode: ‘My stag night consisted of going to see The Exorcist on my own’
Mark told Robert in 2013 how his film obsession permeates all aspects of his life.
21 Apr 2026,26 mins
Writer Will Self: ’London is full of people who haven’t got an effing clue where they are’
This Listed Londoner told Robert why he’s still enthralled by London ‘knowledge’.
17 Apr 2026,23 mins,