Capital Radio presenter Jordan North was left mortified during a live broadcast this morning after a prank seemingly confirmed his secret fear that comedian Josh Widdicombe hated him. The awkward encounter unfolded on the Capital Breakfast show on Wednesday, 14 January 2026, leaving North questioning his own social radar.
The Seeds of Doubt and a Cunning Plan
For months, Jordan North had harboured a private suspicion that fellow comedian Josh Widdicombe did not like him. The feeling stemmed from a previous encounter when the pair worked together on Michael McIntyre's BBC show The Wheel. North confessed on air to his co-hosts, Chris Stark and Sian Welby, that he felt Widdicombe gave off negative vibes, but he did not want to appear "needy" by addressing it directly.
Seeing an opportunity, Stark and Welby hatched a plan. Knowing Widdicombe was scheduled as a guest, they decided to play on North's insecurity. They secretly coordinated with Widdicombe to act coldly towards North during the interview, aiming to confirm the presenter's worst fears for comedic effect.
The Awkward On-Air Execution
The prank was executed with precision during the live show. Clips were played highlighting the stark difference in Widdicombe's behaviour. He was seen hugging other members of the team warmly while offering only a terse interaction with North. The tension peaked when North made a technical suggestion about microphone placement, only for Widdicombe to respond sharply.
The atmosphere turned increasingly uncomfortable, with North becoming visibly convinced his long-held belief was true. He even turned to producer Callum and muttered "see!" when Widdicombe entered the studio, believing his suspicions were being validated in real-time.
The Hilarious Revelation and Resolution
The truth was finally revealed when Josh Widdicombe explained he had received a message asking him to "be really horrible to Jordan." The relief and hilarity that followed broke the awkward tension completely. North admitted, "It’s never that you were rude, I just always got the vibe you didn’t like me."
Widdicombe was quick to reassure him, stating, "Of course I do! You are a lovely presence on the radio and on television podcasts." He attributed any past awkwardness to nerves during their shared appearance on the high-pressure game show, The Wheel. The pair ended the segment on good terms, with the prank successfully exposing North's unfounded anxiety.
Jordan North, who has been hosting the Capital Breakfast show alongside Chris Stark and Sian Welby since April 2024, can now rest easy knowing the comedic feud was all in his head—and expertly orchestrated by his colleagues.
