Mariella Frostrup, an esteemed writer and broadcaster, has established herself as a thoughtful and accessible commentator across various programs and publications. Renowned among the UK’s top opinion-forming journalists and TV presenters, Mariella defies categorisation. She is a regular contributor to The Observer and other leading publications. Through her bestselling book,... Read more
Mariella Frostrup, an esteemed writer and broadcaster, has established herself as a thoughtful and accessible commentator across various programs and publications. Renowned among the UK’s top opinion-forming journalists and TV presenters, Mariella defies categorisation. She is a regular contributor to The Observer and other leading publications.
Through her bestselling book, Cracking the Menopause, Mariella shares her own journey through menopause, along with the latest science, advice from leading experts and humorous illustrations – to provide an informative source of wisdom and enlightenment. She is deeply passionate about sharing her knowledge and breaking down stigmas for women experiencing menopause and wider society’s part in that. Her recent broadcasting endeavours include Channel 4’s SexBox, where couples discuss their intimate experiences post-coitus; Radio 4’s Bringing Up Britain, addressing the challenges of modern parenting; and Sky Arts’ Objects of Desire, a six-part series exploring the world’s most coveted objects.
Born in Oslo and raised in Ireland, Mariella has called London home since the age of sixteen. Between 1980 and 1990, she served as a PR executive for Parlophone Records, notably working on the iconic Live Aid concert in 1985. Transitioning to television, she became a film critic, hosting Thames Television’s Video View in 1990 and later Carlton Television’s The Little Picture Show from 1993.
Throughout her 15-year television career, Mariella has captivated audiences with her approachable and intelligent presence. Her diverse projects span from current affairs programs like Panorama, Question Time, and Backlash, to arts and entertainment shows. She has interviewed numerous celebrities, writers, and artists and has appeared on various TV shows, including Have I Got News for You and Absolutely Fabulous. She even made guest appearances as herself in the sitcom Coupling.
Balancing her television and radio career, she is a prolific journalist, having been a film critic for Harpers and Queen and writing a weekly dilemma column for The Observer Magazine, where she also conducts major interviews.
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You can book Mariella Frostrup through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Mariella's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
Mariella Frostrup's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Mariella tailored to your event.
Mariella Frostrup speaks on Business & Management, Mental Health, Wellbeing. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Mariella to align the content with your delegates and goals.
London Speaker Bureau can book Mariella Frostrup for events worldwide, subject to Mariella's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Mariella Frostrup is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Mariella can accommodate.
London Speaker Bureau will brief Mariella Frostrup on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Mariella can offer.
Mariella Frostrup delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
Mariella Frostrup's areas of expertise include Business & Management, Mental Health, Wellbeing. To get a clear sense of Mariella's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
Mariella Frostrup can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Business & Management, Mental Health, Wellbeing is relevant. Details of Mariella's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Mariella Frostrup is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Mariella Frostrup, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Mariella's current availability for your dates.