Podcast
Nicky Byrne HQ
Hosted by Nicky Byrne · EN
Ever wondered what it's like to navigate the world of pop and entertainment from the inside? Join Nicky Byrne, member of the 55+ million-selling group Westlife, as he takes you behind the scenes in his brand-new podcast, Nicky Byrne HQ. With a career spanning decades, Nicky has seen it all and has plenty of stories to share from his unique perspective as both a performer and presenter.
Between TV shows, stadium tours, and countless flights, Nicky rarely gets the chance to sit down and truly connect with the fascinating people he meets. Now, from his state-of-the-art home HQ studio, he finally can. Each episode, Nicky chats with a variety of guests, diving deep into candid conversations that are both insightful and entertaining.
Stream Nicky Byrne HQ and discover the stories behind the stars, the music, and the moments that define pop culture. Whether you're a longtime Westlife fan or just curious about the life of a pop star, Nicky’s podcast offers an intimate look at the people and stories that shape the entertainment world. Don’t miss out on these unfiltered conversations, only on Nicky Byrne HQ.
Find out more at https://nickybyrnehq.com/
Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG Productions.
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Rhasidat Adeleke - What it takes to be Ireland’s fastest woman
Jan 1500:59:53Tap to summarizeNicky sits down with Irish sprint star Rhasidat Adeleke for a powerful conversation about discipline, disappointment and self-belief. From breaking records to narrowly missing Olympic glory, Rhasidat opens up about injury, pressure and what keeps her moving forward. An inspiring insight into the mindset behind Ireland’s fastest woman.Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG Productions.Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Gary Barlow, Kellie Harrington, James McClean, Katie McCabe, Joss Stone, Alex Brooker, Tom Grennan, Five, Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Martin Compston, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson, Kodaline's Steve Garrigan, Ronan Keating, Sinitta, Jay McGuiness, Jill Scott, II Divo's Sébastien Izambard, Coleen Rooney, MC Harvey, Piers Morgan, Cian Ducrot, Steve Collins, Ben Adams, Five, Chris Kirkpatrick, Tiffany, James Bourne, Ardal O'Hanlon via https://nickybyrnehq.com/Follow Nicky on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/nickybyrneinsta/Follow Nicky on TikTok via https://www.tiktok.com/@nickybyrnehqWatch NBHQ Interviews with Nicky on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@NickyByrneOfficialEmail the show via info@nickybyrnehq.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Kingfishr - How Killeagh became the song of the year
Jan 801:06:20Tap to summarizeNicky sits down with Kingfishr at a remarkable moment in their story. Just hours after finding out they had secured the Christmas #1 spot in Ireland with both their single Killeagh and debut album Halcyon, the band reflect on the whirlwind rise from college housemates to one of the most exciting acts in Irish music. They talk about meeting at university, finding their sound, life on the road, and how shared pressure, friendship and honesty have helped them navigate sudden success.Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG Productions.Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Gary Barlow, Kellie Harrington, James McClean, Katie McCabe, Joss Stone, Alex Brooker, Tom Grennan, Five, Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Martin Compston, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson, Kodaline's Steve Garrigan, Ronan Keating, Sinitta, Jay McGuiness, Jill Scott, II Divo's Sébastien Izambard, Coleen Rooney, MC Harvey, Piers Morgan, Cian Ducrot, Steve Collins, Ben Adams, Five, Chris Kirkpatrick, Tiffany, James Bourne, Ardal O'Hanlon via https://nickybyrnehq.com/Follow Nicky on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/nickybyrneinsta/Follow Nicky on TikTok via https://www.tiktok.com/@nickybyrnehqWatch NBHQ Interviews with Nicky on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@NickyByrneOfficialEmail the show via info@nickybyrnehq.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →NBHQ New Year's Day 2026 - Westlife News & Coleen Rooney
Jan 101:10:56Tap to summarizeIn this special New Year's Day episode, Nicky takes a moment to thank everyone who has listened, shared and supported the podcast in 2025, looks ahead to the Westlife tour in 2026, and revisits one of our favourite conversations of the year. Recorded earlier in 2025, this classic chat with Coleen Rooney is warm, honest and full of laughs. Coleen reflects on her life and career, from her childhood in Liverpool to navigating fame alongside football legend Wayne Rooney, and opens up about her time in the I'm a Celebrity jungle, her new wellness collaboration, and the realities of raising four boys in the public eye.This episode includes a lighthearted chat about health and wellness products. While this is not a paid promotion, our guest, Coleen, is sharing her personal experiences and opinions. Any claims made about health benefits are based on her views and should not be taken as medical advice. If you're considering supplements or lifestyle changes, it's always best to do your own research and consult with a qualified healthcare professional.Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG Productions.Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Gary Barlow, Kellie Harrington, James McClean, Katie McCabe, Joss Stone, Alex Brooker, Tom Grennan, Five, Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Martin Compston, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson, Kodaline's Steve Garrigan, Ronan Keating, Sinitta, Jay McGuiness, Jill Scott, II Divo's Sébastien Izambard, Coleen Rooney, MC Harvey, Piers Morgan, Cian Ducrot, Steve Collins, Ben Adams, Five, Chris Kirkpatrick, Tiffany, James Bourne, Ardal O'Hanlon via https://nickybyrnehq.com/Follow Nicky on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/nickybyrneinsta/Follow Nicky on TikTok via https://www.tiktok.com/@nickybyrnehqWatch NBHQ Interviews with Nicky on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@NickyByrneOfficialEmail the show via info@nickybyrnehq.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Sinitta - 80s Pop, Simon Cowell’s Secrets, and a Life in Music
Feb 13, 202500:59:44Tap to summarizeNicky sits down with Sinitta for a no-holds-barred chat about her whirlwind career, from 80s pop stardom to her lifelong friendship with Simon Cowell. She reflects on her journey from theatre to chart-topping hits, her early days working with Louis Walsh, and how So Macho became a defining anthem. Sinitta also opens up about her time on The X Factor, her thoughts on the music industry today, and the highs and lows of fame. Packed with untold stories, star-studded moments, and behind-the-scenes revelations, this is Sinitta as you’ve never heard her before.Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG.Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson, Kodaline's Steve Garrigan and Ronan Keating via https://nickybyrnehq.com/Follow Nicky on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/nickybyrneinsta/Follow Nicky on TikTok via https://www.tiktok.com/@nickybyrnehq Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Ronan Keating - Boyzone, Louis Walsh, and the Legacy of Stephen Gately
Feb 6, 202501:10:27Tap to summarizeNicky sits down with Ronan Keating for an open and revealing conversation about his life in music. Ronan reflects on his rise to fame with Boyzone, the highs and tensions of working with Louis Walsh, and the deep bond he shared with Stephen Gately. He opens up about the pressures of fame, the impact of loss, and how he forged a solo career that made him one of Ireland’s most successful artists.Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG.Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis, Five's Scott Robinson and Kodaline's Steve Garrigan via https://nickybyrnehq.com/Follow Nicky on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/nickybyrneinsta/Follow Nicky on TikTok via https://www.tiktok.com/@nickybyrnehq Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Steve Garrigan - Kodaline, Anxiety, and the Songs That Saved Him
Jan 30, 202501:15:40Tap to summarizeNicky sits down with Steve Garrigan, the voice of Kodaline. Steve reflects on his journey from a shy kid in Swords to writing global hits, amassing over a billion streams, and collaborating with artists like Kygo and Westlife. He opens up about battling anxiety, how music became his greatest therapy, and the defining moments that shaped both his career and his life.Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG.Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba, Tom Davis & Five's Scott Robinson via https://nickybyrnehq.com/Follow Nicky on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/nickybyrneinsta/Follow Nicky on TikTok via https://www.tiktok.com/@nickybyrnehq Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Scott Robinson - Five, Fame, and Finding Himself Again
Jan 23, 202501:48:29Tap to summarizeNicky sits down with Scott Robinson of Five for an honest and reflective conversation about the highs and lows of boyband stardom. Scott shares stories from the chaotic rise of Five, the lessons learned from their breakup, and his journey to finding purpose through family, radio, and music. From wild hotel fire tales to the bonds that keep Five's legacy alive, this episode is packed with humour, heart, and Scott's unique perspective on fame and reinvention.Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG.Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath, Samantha Mumba & Tom Davis via https://nickybyrnehq.com/Follow Nicky on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/nickybyrneinsta/Follow Nicky on TikTok via https://www.tiktok.com/@nickybyrnehq Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Tom Davis - From Building Sites to Hollywood Sets
Jan 16, 202501:04:23Tap to summarizeNicky sits down with Tom Davis, the towering comedian and actor known for King Gary, Wonka, and Paddington. Tom opens up about his journey from scaffolding and laboring to starring alongside Hollywood greats, the lessons he learned from rejection, and how resilience shaped his success. From wild wrestling memories to reflections on his Irish heritage and imposter syndrome, this is a story of chasing big dreams.Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG.Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern, Paul McGrath & Samantha Mumba via https://nickybyrnehq.com/Follow Nicky on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/nickybyrneinsta/Follow Nicky on TikTok via https://www.tiktok.com/@nickybyrnehq Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Samantha Mumba - Pop Stardom, Hollywood Dreams, and Would Samantha do Eurovision?
Jan 9, 202501:24:59Tap to summarizeNicky sits down with Samantha Mumba, the Irish pop sensation whose talent catapulted her onto the global stage in the early 00's. Samantha opens up about the whirlwind of topping charts as a teenager, her transition to Hollywood, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. From the early days in Drumcondra to her creative reinvention, this episode is an inspiring look at resilience, reinvention, and staying grounded through it all.Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG.Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer, Cecelia Ahern & Paul McGrath via https://nickybyrnehq.com/Follow Nicky on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/nickybyrneinsta/Follow Nicky on TikTok via https://www.tiktok.com/@nickybyrnehqWatch all the NBHQ Interviews with Nicky on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@NickyByrneOfficialEmail the show via info@nickybyrnehq.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Paul McGrath - From Italia ’90 Glory to Life Beyond Football
Jan 2, 202501:33:14Tap to summarizeNicky sits down with Paul McGrath, the iconic Irish footballer celebrated as "God" by Aston Villa fans, for an unforgettable conversation. Paul shares candid stories from Euro ’88, Italia ’90, and USA ’94, reflecting on the highs of his career, the camaraderie in the Irish squad, and the challenges he faced off the pitch. From his unforgettable encounters with football legends to life in Wexford and his work supporting brain injury awareness, this episode shines a light on the extraordinary journey of a true Irish icon.Nicky Byrne HQ is produced by Studz Entertainments in association with SwanMcG.Nicky Byrne HQ is out every Thursday. Listen to all past episodes with Brian McFadden, Katie Price, Gary Barlow, Michael Flatley, Jo O'Meara, Chris Kamara, Louis Walsh, NSync's Joey Fatone, Bertie Ahern, East 17's Tony Mortimer & Cecelia Ahern via https://nickybyrnehq.com/Follow Nicky on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/nickybyrneinsta/Follow Nicky on TikTok via https://www.tiktok.com/@nickybyrnehqWatch all the NBHQ Interviews with Nicky on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@NickyByrneOfficialEmail the show via info@nickybyrnehq.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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