Nicki Chapman: Fish in the Toilet, Spice Girls, Pop Idol & the Book Everyone Should Read
My Mate Bought A ToasterShow Notes
Hello Toasters we are BACK! There aren't many people who can go from touring the world with the Spice Girls to becoming the face of the Chelsea Flower Show in almost a matter of months, but then Nicki Chapman isn't like most people. And her shopping history is about to prove it. In this episode we dive into her online shopping history and discover someone who loves life, pop music, printing, pebbles and tiny fish. It's all here! Along the way we discuss: Why Nicki bought a special barbecue tray for her beloved Green Egg
The fish tank built into her downstairs loo (yes, really she has FISH IN HER ACTUAL BOG)
The monthly visit from her "Fish Man"
Her favourite novel of all time is also a city
Why she loves to print everything out
The lockdown cocktails that united her street
Oh yeah there's also one or two references to working with the Spice Girls, David Bowie, Prince and Kylie
The reality of Pop Idol and the music business
Recovering from brain tumour surgery
Why gardening really can change your life
Purchases featured Green Egg barbecue cleaning tray
Tropical fish food
London by Edward Rutherfurd
Printer ink. Loads of printer ink.
Jet pressure washer
Plum slate garden chippings
MOTH Negroni cocktails
Toothpicks for Invisalign
As ever it's a guided tour around our guest who reveals all. The fun, the funny, the totally insane (did we mention the fish?) and the reason she's one of British television's most recognisable presenters.
Next time - Toby Tarrant!
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