Allan Finnegan is a Baptist minister, stand-up comedian, Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist, and the author of the memoir I Didn’t Ask for Any of This, which looks back on his life, but also his cancer diagnosis.

As Christmas approaches — a season full of joy, pressure, memories and emotion, Allan brings a unique perspective on finding faith, hope and humour in the midst of whatever life throws at us.

Michael began by asking Allan what life is like for him now

Released on 19 Dec 2025