The Wright Stuff

The Wright Stuff: Monday 30th November – Friday 4th December

Weekdays at 9.15am

Five’s live interactive talk show continues all week. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew is joined on the panel by Ordinary Boys singer Preston and controversial journalist Lowri Turner.

On Monday’s show, pantomime legend Christopher Biggins joins the debate.

Tuesday’s guest is satirical writer and journalist Quentin Letts.

Rising stand-up comedian Jason Manford visits the studio on Wednesday.

‘Strictly Come Dancing’ star Brendan Cole is Thursday’s guest.

Friday’s guest is to be confirmed.

The Wright Stuff: Monday 23rd – Friday 27th November

Weekdays at 9.15am

Five’s live interactive talk show continues all week. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew is joined on the panel by food writer and presenter Stefan Gates, and journalist Carole Malone.

On Monday’s show, expert divorce lawyer Vanessa Lloyd Platt dispenses advice.

Tuesday’s guest is comedian Andy Parsons, star of ‘Mock the Week’.

Musical theatre star Michael Ball visits the studio on Wednesday.

Former ‘Casualty’ and ‘Hollyoaks’ actor James Redmond is Thursday’s guest.

Friday’s guest is to be confirmed.

The Wright Stuff: Monday 16th – Friday 20th November

Weekdays at 9.15am

Five’s live interactive talk show continues all week. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew is joined on the panel by Radio 1 DJ Scott Mills and television presenter Anne Diamond.

Monday’s guest is actress Miranda Hart, star of ‘Not Going Out’, ‘Angelo’s’ and ‘Hyperdrive’.

Tuesday’s guest is actor and former ‘Blue’ star Antony Costa.

Broadcaster Janet Street Porter swings by the studio on Wednesday.

Award-winning writer and actress Meera Syal visits the show on Thursday.

Friday’s guest is ‘Phoenix Nights’ and ‘8 Out of 10 Cats’ star Dave Spikey.

The Wright Stuff: Monday 2nd – Friday 6th November

Weekdays at 9.15am

Five’s live interactive talk show continues all week. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew is joined on the panel by actor and theatre producer David Ian and presenter Natalie Pinkham.

Monday’s guest is former ‘Brookside’ heartthrob Philip Olivier.

Tuesday’s guest is comedian and actor Ben Miller.

‘Most Haunted’ presenter Yvette Fielding swings by the studio on Wednesday.

Comedian-turned-writer Ben Elton joins the debate on Thursday.

Friday’s guest is to be confirmed.

The Wright Stuff: Monday 19th – Friday 23rd October

Weekdays at 9.15am

Five’s live interactive talk show continues all week. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew is joined on the panel by comedian and TV presenter Dominic Holland and former ‘EastEnders’ actress Tracy-Ann Oberman.

Monday’s guest is writer, broadcaster and poker champion Victoria Coren.

Tuesday’s guest is wilderness bushcraft and survival expert Ray Mears.

Heartthrob actor Philip Olivier drops by the studio on Wednesday.

Olympic rowing legend Sir Steve Redgrave makes a splash on Thursday.

Friday’s guest is to be confirmed.

The Wright Stuff: Monday 12th – Friday 16th October

Weekdays at 9.15am

Five’s live interactive talk show continues all week. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew is joined on the panel by Aussie comedian and actor Mark Little, and TV presenter Gail Porter.

Monday’s guest is Rugby World Cup winner and ‘A Question of Sport’ team captain Matt Dawson.

Garden designer and TV personality Diarmuid Gavin drops by the studio on Wednesday.

Thursday’s guest is legendary bestselling author Jackie Collins.

And on Friday, beloved crooner Jimmy Osmond makes a guest appearance.

Tuesday’s guest is to be confirmed.

The Wright Stuff: Monday 5th – Friday 9th October

Weekdays at 9.15am

Five’s live interactive talk show continues all week. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew is joined on the panel by presenter Terry Christian and children’s TV host Angellica Bell.

Monday’s guest is comedian Dan Clarke, star of ‘How Not to Live Your Life’.

Tuesday’s special guest is journalist and former MP Martin Bell.

DJ Colin Murray drops by the studio on Wednesday.

Thursday’s guest is US comic Rich Fulcher, best known for his appearances on ‘The Mighty Boosh’.

And on Friday, comedian and presenter Mel Giedroyc pays a visit.

The Wright Stuff: Monday 21st – Friday 25th September

Weekdays at 9.15am

Five’s live interactive talk show continues all week. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew is joined on the panel by broadcaster Dr David Bull and TV presenter Amanda Lamb.

Tuesday’s special guest is energetic TV presenter Dawn Porter.

Controversial novelist Fay Weldon adds to the debate on Wednesday.

Thursday’s guest is legendary crooner Michael Bolton, who is rumoured to be joining forces with Lady Gaga.

And on Friday, outrageous comedian Scott Capurro drops by the studio.

Monday’s guest is to be confirmed.

The Wright Stuff: Monday 7th – Friday 11th September

Weekdays at 9.15am

Five’s live interactive talk show continues all week. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew is joined on the panel by Radio 1 DJ Scott Mills and TV presenter Janet Ellis.

On Monday’s show, Irish comic Ed Byrne has the audience in fits of laughter.

Tuesday’s special guest is Shingai Shoniwa, the energetic lead singer and bassist from indie rockers the Noisettes.

British soul diva Beverley Knight lends her voice to the discussion on Wednesday.

Thursday’s guest is former ‘EastEnders’ actress Brooke Kinsella, now a campaigner against knife crime after the murder of her brother.

Friday’s guest is to be confirmed.

The Wright Stuff: Monday 31st August – Friday 4th September

Weekdays at 9.15am

Five’s live interactive talk show continues all week. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew is joined on the panel by presenter Gail Porter and food writer Stefan Gates. On Monday’s show, conservationist and ‘Bang Goes the Theory’ presenter Liz Bonnin drops in for a chat.

Tuesday’s programme features an appearance by actor Shaun Williamson, best known for his portrayal of the hapless Barry in ‘EastEnders’. More recently, Shaun starred as a caricature of himself in Ricky Gervais and Steve Merchant’s ‘Extras’.

Thursday’s special guest is hypnotist, author and mentalist Paul McKenna.

On Friday’s show, Matthew’s studio guest is former rugby star and ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ contestant Kenny Logan.

Wednesday’s guest is to be confirmed.

The Wright Stuff Returns

Weekdays at 9.15am

This week sees the long-awaited return of Five’s live interactive talk show. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew Wright is joined on the panel by Conservative MP Ed Vaizey and former ‘Blue Peter’ presenter Konnie Huq.

On Tuesday’s show, ‘Bang Goes the Theory’ presenter Dallas Campbell drops in for a chat.

Actress Anita Dobson makes an appearance on Wednesday’s programme.

Thursday’s special guest is ‘How Clean Is Your House’ presenter Aggie MacKenzie.

Monday and Friday’s guests are to be confirmed.

The Wright Stuff: Monday 13th – Friday 17th July

Weekdays at 9.15am

Five’s live interactive talk show continues all week. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew Wright is joined on the panel by journalist Yasmin Alibhai-Brown and Christopher Biggins.

Monday’s guest is engineer, environmentalist and TV presenter Dick Strawbridge.

On Wednesday, Irish actress Pauline McLynn, best known for her portrayal of Mrs Doyle in ‘Father Ted’, comes in for a chat.

Milkshake!’s very own Kemi Majeks drops by the studio on Thursday.

Tuesday and Friday’s guests are to be confirmed.

The Wright Stuff: Monday 6th – Friday 10th July

Weekdays at 9.15am

Five’s live interactive talk show continues all week. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew Wright is joined on the panel by presenters Terry Christian and Kaye Adams.

Monday’s special guest is Martina Cole, bestselling author of ‘The Take’ and ‘The Know’.

Tuesday’s guest is chef Ainsley Harriott.

On Wednesday’s show, controversial author Irvine Welsh makes an appearance.

Thursday’s guest is presenter and property expert Sarah Beeny.

Friday’s show features ‘Coronation Street’ and ‘Queer As Folk’ actress Denise Black.

The Wright Stuff: Monday 29th June – Friday 3rd July

Weekdays at 9.15am

Five’s live interactive talk show continues all week. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew Wright is joined on the panel by broadcaster Lowri Turner.

Monday’s special guest is ‘Grange Hill’ and ‘Emmerdale’ actor Ben Freeman.

On Wednesday’s show, ‘60 Minute Makeover’ presenter Terri Dwyer drops by the studio.

Thursday’s guest is ‘Property Ladder’ host and ‘mysinglefriend.com’ founder Sarah Beeny.

Friday’s guest is ‘Hotel Babylon’ and ‘EastEnders’ star Michael Obiora.

Tuesday’s guest is to be confirmed.

The Wright Stuff: Monday 15th – Friday 19th June

Weekdays at 9.15am

Five’s live interactive talk show continues all week. The programme promises lively topical debate as it combines studio discussion with contributions from viewers on the burning issues of the day.

This week, Matthew Wright is joined on the panel by presenter Gail Porter and comedian Steve Furst.

Monday’s special guest is veteran Scottish actor David McCallum, perhaps most famous for his portrayal of eccentric medical examiner Donald ‘Ducky’ Mallard in ‘NCIS’.

Tuesday’s guest is ‘Only Fools and Horses’ and ‘The Green Green Grass’ actor John Challis.

Author and journalist Imogen Edwards-Jones makes an appearance on Wednesday’s show.

And on Thursday, naturalist, writer and presenter Steve Backshall finds his way to the studio.

Friday’s guest is yet to be confirmed.