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This Cultural LifeEpisodes

  1. Sally Wainwright

    Sally Wainwright talks to John Wilson about her formative cultural influences.

  2. Evelyn Glennie

    Renowned solo percussionist Evelyn Glennie talks about the key influences on her art.

  3. Ken Loach

    Director Ken Loach reveals the key moments in his life that shaped his creativity.

  4. Tim Minchin

    Tim Minchin, the songwriter behind Matilda the Musical, chooses his creative influences.

  5. Nicola Benedetti

    Violinist Nicola Benedetti reveals her most important cultural influences and experiences.

  6. Carlos Acosta

    Cuban ballet star Carlos Acosta talks about the key moments in his cultural life.

  7. Whoopi Goldberg

    Whoopi Goldberg reveals the influences and experiences that shaped her own creativity.

  8. Kenneth Branagh

    Sir Kenneth Branagh talks to John Wilson about key influences that have shaped his work.

  9. Margaret Atwood

    John Wilson talks to author Margaret Atwood about the experiences that shaped her writing.

  10. Mike Leigh

    Film director Mike Leigh discusses the art and experiences that have shaped his own work.

  11. Tracey Emin

    Tracey Emin talks to John Wilson about the experiences that shaped her life and career.

  12. Nicole Kidman

    Oscar winner Nicole Kidman talks about her experiences working with great film-makers.