Kenneth Branagh reveals to John Wilson, the key influences and inspirations that have shaped his own work.

Booker Prize-winning author Bernardine Evaristo talks to John Wilson about the formative experiences and cultural influences that have had a profound effect on her work.

John Wilson finds out about the art and experiences that have shaped film director Mike Leigh's creative life.

In a deeply personal interview, artist Tracey Emin talks to John Wilson about the experiences that have shaped her life and career.

Cuban ballet star Carlos Acosta talks to John Wilson about the key moments in his cultural life, from breakdancing in Havana to becoming principal dancer of the Royal Ballet.

Nicole Kidman talks to John Wilson about the experiences that shaped her creative life including the great film-makers she has worked with.

Playwright and artistic director of London's Young Vic theatre Kwame Kwei-Armah shares some of the influences that have had a significant impact on his work.

The world's leading classical solo percussionist Evelyn Glennie talks to John Wilson about her career and picks out some of the key influences on her artistic path.