As he prepares to take his fourth UK tour across more than 50 dates, psychic medium Stuart Michael is stepping into his busiest and most ambitious chapter yet. Following a string of sell-out shows and a growing reputation that stretches from theatre audiences to television viewers on The Real Housewives of Cheshire, he continues to draw crowds with his distinctive blend of intuition, warmth, and live mediumship.
Alongside the tour, Stuart is also launching his new podcast, Talking To The Living, offering a different kind of connection through candid conversations and deeply personal readings. We caught up with him to talk about life on the road, the evolution of his gift, and why audiences are seeking comfort, meaning, and shared experiences now more than ever.
Your new UK tour follows multiple sell-out runs. What do you think audiences are connecting with most in your live shows right now?
I think what people are really connecting with right now is the feeling that they’re part of something uplifting. The messages are important of course, but it’s more than that. It’s the comfort, the laughter, and that moment where someone hears something they needed, exactly when they needed it.
I always say my shows are a bit like an emotional rollercoaster in the best way. One minute we’re laughing at the quirks I come out with, the next there’s a moment that’s deeply moving or healing. That balance really matters.
And I think especially now, people are wanting connection whether that’s to loved ones, to meaning, or even just to each other in the room. When they leave feeling lighter, uplifted, a little more positive … that’s the real reward for me.
You’ve said you can be intuitively drawn to audience members. What does that moment feel like for you on stage? Answer:
It’s actually quite a subtle but very clear feeling. The best way I can describe it is like someone gently pushing you in a certain direction, you suddenly just know where your attention needs to go.
On stage, I’ll be talking and then there’s this shift almost like a pull or a spotlight moment where one person stands out energetically from everyone else. I always trust that instinct, because it’s never random and there’s usually a really meaningful reason behind it.
And what I love is that those moments often turn into something quite special, not just for that person but for the whole audience. It reminds everyone that connection can happen when you least expect it.
Live mediumship can be unpredictable. Have you ever had a moment on stage that completely surprised you?
Oh, all the time that’s the best part of it being live; no two nights are ever the same, and that unpredictability keeps it really alive for me as well as the audience.
I remember one moment on tour where a male spirit came through and asked his friend in the audience, “Do you want to buy a fridge?” It felt completely random to say out loud, but it made perfect sense to him. He burst out laughing and shared the story behind it. It was a very specific, personal memory that involved 2 people being caught in a compromising situation and that instantly validated the connection.
Moments like that remind me not to overthink things. Even when it seems unusual, I’ve learned to trust what’s coming through and follow it.
You’ve described experiencing your gift from as young as three. When did you first realise it was something different or unusual?
I genuinely thought everyone could see what I could when I was little it just felt completely normal to me. I’d be talking to people in my room at night, and I remember being told, ‘there’s nobody there, you must be dreaming.’ But I could still see them very clearly.
Then it started happening during the day as well, and when other people said they couldn’t see anything, I actually thought they were playing tricks on me or even lying to me. That was probably the most confusing part.
It wasn’t until a year or two later that the penny really dropped. I realised they weren’t pretending they just couldn’t see what I could. That’s when I understood this was something different.
Do you feel your abilities have changed or evolved over time?
Yes definitely but I’d say it’s evolved more than it’s changed. When I was only a youngster, it was quite overwhelming because I didn’t really understand it or have any control over it as it was with me all the time and I had to make sense of it. There’s a lot more awareness now, more trust in what I’m receiving, and also a sense of responsibility in how I deliver it
What misconceptions do people still have about psychic mediumship?
A common one is that it’s somehow ‘on demand’. I do have to ‘switch off’ from my abilities. I am not tuned in 24/7 otherwise I would be a very exhausted individual.
I also think some people are surprised by the humour as well. They expect it to be very serious, but there can be a lot of warmth and lightness in it too! Sometimes the most meaningful moments come with a smile or even a laugh.
Some people are sceptical of psychic mediumship work. How do you approach those who doubt what you do?
I completely understand why some people feel sceptical about psychic mediumship as it’s not something everyone has experienced or believes in. For me, it sits in the same space as thoughts about life, meaning, and what may come after.
I don’t expect everyone to share the same thoughts in the after life or convert, as I respect that others have their own perspectives. I think what matters most is approaching each other with openness and respect.
We all have different beliefs, but whatever they are, if it brings comfort, healing, or a sense of connection then that deserves understanding and respect
Have you ever received a message that stayed with you long after the reading ended?
Yes there have been a few, but one that stayed with me was a message centered on a murder. What lingered wasn’t just the content, but the emotional shift and relief it created during the reading. It reminded me how impactful those moments can be, and it made me more mindful.
Your new podcast blends interviews with readings. What inspired that format?
The idea came from my own experiences with readings and how impactful they can be. I thought “what if you combined that with conversation?” It creates space for stories, emotion, and connection in a way that a traditional interview sometimes doesn’t reach.
Guests don’t know what kind of reading they’ll receive. Why was that unpredictability important to you?
The unpredictability matters, but so does creating a safe space. It’s never about catching someone off guard it’s about allowing whatever comes through to be received in a supportive, respectful way. That balance is really important to me. Some guests will need guidance and predictions, some will have something more in depth and healing.
You’ve read for people like Warwick Davis, Lauren Simon and Rylan Clark. Do celebrity readings feel different from working with the public?
Not really in terms of the reading itself. People are people at the end of the day. What I’ve noticed is that when the camera or public perception drops away, there’s the same emotion, curiosity, and vulnerability you’d see with anyone else.
Do you think more people today are open to spirituality than in the past?
I think openness has grown, but so has discernment. People are more willing to explore spirituality, but they’re also asking more questions and wanting to understand it in a grounded, meaningful way which I think is a really positive shift.
Looking ahead, what do you still hope to explore or achieve?
I’m excited to keep building on what I’ve started and reaching new audiences in different towns, developing the podcast, and continuing my work. However it’s just as important to me to stay present and continue to approach everything with care and integrity.
Stuart Michael is currently touring across the UK until 21st November. For tickets and full event details, visit: https://www.stuartmichael.net/events-list
Listen to the podcast Talking to the Living: https://www.stuartmichael.net/podcast
