This Cultural Life

John Wilson talks to Glenda Jackson. She reveals her most important cultural influences.

Violinist Nicola Benedetti reveals the influences and experiences that have led her to become one of the world’s greatest classical musicians.

Comedian, actor and composer Tim Minchin, the songwriter behind Matilda the Musical, chooses his creative influences and discusses his career.

Director Ken Loach talks to John Wilson about the key moments in his life that have shaped his creativity.

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

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

TV writer and director Sally Wainwright talks to John Wilson about her formative cultural influences.

Award-winning artist Jeremy Deller discusses his career and creative influences with John Wilson.

Dame Judi Dench talks to John Wilson about her biggest cultural influence: William Shakespeare.