About this season
Get up close to artists, writers, actors, comedians and poets – and discover both what fires their imaginations and the forces that have shaped their extraordinary lives.
Episodes (5)
1. Frederick Forsyth
Aired 21 October 2025 • 45 min
In this intimate, candid and compelling documentary, legendary British thriller writer Frederick Forsyth tells his extraordinary life story in his own words.
2. Tom Jones
8.0Aired 28 October 2025 • 46 min
In an intimate and heartfelt interview, Britain’s biggest voice, Sir Tom Jones, reflects on his extraordinary life and stellar career in song.
3. Val McDermid
Aired 4 November 2025 • 43 min
‘Queen of Crime’ Val McDermid, creator of Karen Pirie and Wire in the Blood, reveals the real criminals and trauma that made her turn to crime writing.
4. Cornelia Parker
Aired 11 November 2025 • 44 min
One of Britain's best loved contemporary artists, Cornelia Parker, reveals herself as a painter for the first time as she works towards a new exhibition.
5. Yinka Shonibare
Aired 18 November 2025 • 41 min
British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare gives an in-depth interview from his studio in east London, in which he talks candidly about his life and career.