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Harriet Kemsley (Part Two)

Sep 17, 2026 · 41m

Summary

Comedian Harriet Kemsley discusses her TV show *Wagging Rights*, her no-fault divorce, and how motherhood boosted her self-esteem. She shares insights from her podcast *Single Ladies in Your Area* and reflects on her career breakthrough on *Big Brother*. Kemsley also addresses dog training challenges with her pet Sunny, emphasizing the importance of consistent leadership and confidence for both pets and people.

Topics discussed

Sponsors: Times Square and Acast Introducing Sunny and Ray: The dogs' personalities Harriet's relationship with Bobby and their daughter Mabel Co-parenting dynamics and family relationships Dog training: Establishing control and managing barking Career breakthrough and the 'Big Brother' moment The reality of stand-up comedy and audience reactions Navigating fame, shyness, and family visibility Touring success and audience interactions The 'Single Ladies' podcast and dating vulnerability Online dating experiences and modern relationships Sponsors: Citizens Bank and Acast Impact of motherhood on self-esteem and standards Personal growth, grief, and the decision to get a dog Creating a joyful home environment for Mabel Challenges of dating and living outside comfort zones Recapping the 'Wagging Rights' show and Rod Gilbert Learning from dog training: Taking charge of life Emotional attachment to Sunny and the 'lamb' joke Closing thoughts and the Ray and Sunny connection Upcoming tour: 'Floozy' and work-in-progress gigs Outro and final sponsor reads
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