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Amelia Dimoldenberg has carved out a unique presence with her signature deadpan style, becoming widely recognized for her YouTube series, *Chicken Shop Date*. When asked about the possibility of inviting the new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, onto her show, she responds with characteristic frankness: “I don’t think that maybe he’s my type for Chicken Shop Date.” This response might come as a disappointment to Burnham, who has expressed a clear interest in engaging with content creators to spread his message. Nevertheless, Dimoldenberg remains open to collaboration, emphasizing that she would actually “love” to have a conversation with him.
Despite some criticism that social media collaborations could be a way for politicians to avoid serious policy discussions, Dimoldenberg views engagement with digital influencers more positively. She acknowledges the reality that many people now turn to social media for their news. “I don’t think it means he’s only going to be speaking to vloggers forever, really,” she adds, suggesting that such interactions can coexist with more traditional forms of political communication.
My meeting with Dimoldenberg takes place not in a chicken shop, but at BBC Broadcasting House in central London. She seems comfortable in this unconventional setting, even appreciating the “pot plants” around her. Over the past decade, *Chicken Shop Date* has grown from humble beginnings into a major platform, featuring interviews with stars like Cher and Ed Sheeran. Although her trademark awkward flirtation style continues to define her work, Dimoldenberg reveals a deeper passion—her Dimz Inc. Academy. This free summer program supports young people aged 18-24 aspiring to enter creative industries, offering paid placements and mentoring. After its successful first year, the program has expanded from one week to four.
Dimoldenberg explains that her own journey began in a youth club, where early experiences with magazine-making and mentorship laid the foundation for her career. Recognizing the significant challenges faced by young people who fall outside employment, education, or training, she sees her academy as a vital response to this ongoing crisis. She makes it clear that while Burnham may not appear on her YouTube series, she is “100%” interested in discussing his approaches to youth unemployment, emphasizing the importance of training schemes and apprenticeships.
Outside of her academy work, Dimoldenberg is also busy growing her media footprint. The second season of her comedy show *Passenger Princess*, which blends Formula 1 interviews with driving lessons, recently premiered on YouTube. She also handles red carpet interviews at major events like the Oscars—maintaining her mixture of comedic banter and awkward pauses—and runs her own production company. Despite her success, she approaches these roles with seriousness and preparation. “[It’s] like you’re really studying for your A-levels again,” she says, underscoring the research she does ahead of each interaction.
Looking ahead, Dimoldenberg mentions her role in an upcoming rom-com, in which she will portray herself, and expresses interest in directing, having recently worked behind the camera on a music video for Maisie Peters. Meanwhile, *Chicken Shop Date* remains a popular platform, continuing to attract musicians, actors, and comedians for its distinctive blend of nuggets and candid conversations. Politicians rarely feature, and the same goes for royalty, whom she describes as “not really my type either.” Notably, her chemistry with actor Andrew Garfield sparked online speculation about a real-life romance, which she lightly dismisses by citing her busy schedule. “You know, these things happen,” she reflects.
When asked about potentially transitioning to a more traditional television talk show format, Dimoldenberg is clear that she doesn’t see that as necessary. She believes *Chicken Shop Date* functions like a late-night talk show and fulfills that role effectively. Although she has previously mentioned that she would consider ending the series if she ever booked Canadian rapper Drake—a guest she still hopes to host—she shows no current intention to wrap things up. “I still feel like there are dates that I really want to do,” she says. “I need to fall in love, you know? I need to meet my one true love. So I have to carry on until that happens.
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