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Season 2023

  • S2023E01 Decision-makers: Elon Musk

    • April 15, 2023
    • BBC News

    In an exclusive spontaneous interview, Elon Musk talks to the BBC's James Clayton about his time at the helm of Twitter, including the mass lay-offs, his sometimes controversial tweets, misinformation and his work habits.

  • S2023E02 Decision-makers: Dominic Raab

    • April 21, 2023
    • BBC News

    Former Deputy PM Dominic Raab speaks to the BBC after resigning from government.

  • S2023E03 Decision-makers: Sheikh Hasina

    • May 16, 2023
    • BBC News

    In a wide-ranging interview, the BBC's Yalda Hakim sits down with prime minister of Bangladesh, and the world's longest-serving female head of government, Sheikh Hasina.

  • S2023E04 Sport: Erling Haaland: In His Own Words

    • June 1, 2023
    • BBC iPlayer

    The Manchester City striker Erling Haaland talks to BBC Sports Editor Dan Roan.

  • S2023E05 Celebrities: Phillip Schofield

    • June 2, 2023
    • BBC iPlayer

    The former This Morning presenter speaks about his affair and the subsequent fall out, with the BBC's Amol Rajan.

  • S2023E06 Celebrities: Abba - Björn and Benny

    • June 10, 2023
    • BBC News

    In a joint exclusive interview to mark the one-year anniversary of the ABBA Voyage show, ABBA's Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson sit down with Newsnight's Victoria Derbyshire.

  • S2023E07 Decision-makers: Christopher Nolan

    • July 22, 2023
    • BBC News

    The BBC's culture editor Katie Razzall talks to Christopher Nolan, one of the world's most renowned film directors, on the eve of the release of his new film Oppenheimer.

  • S2023E08 Celebrities: Coleen Rooney

    • October 18, 2023
    • BBC iPlayer

    Coleen Rooney reveals more details of how she went about her so-called Wagatha Christie investigation, speaking to Emma Barnett on BBC Radio 4's Woman’s Hour.

  • S2023E09 Sport: Eric Cantona

    • October 23, 2023
    • BBC News

    Football legend Eric Cantona on launching a career in music.

  • S2023E10 Decision-makers: Emmanuel Macron

    • November 11, 2023
    • BBC News

    President Macron of France sits down with the BBC's Europe Editor, Katya Adler. They discuss Europe's response to wars in the Middle East and Ukraine.

  • S2023E11 Decision-makers: Ridley Scott

    • November 18, 2023
    • BBC News

    Sir Ridley Scott, the celebrated British director behind Alien, Gladiator, Thelma & Louise and his latest film - Napoleon - reflects on his career.

  • S2023E12 Celebrities: David Tennant

    • December 30, 2023
    • BBC News

    Katie Razzall, the BBC's culture editor, speaks to actor David Tennant in an interview to mark the 400th anniversary of the publication of Shakespeare's First Folio.

Season 2024

  • S2024E01 Celebrities: Sir Anthony Hopkins

    • January 6, 2024
    • BBC News

    Celebrated actors Sir Anthony Hopkins and Johnny Flynn, along with survivors of the Kindertransport, reflect on the new film One Life, which tells the remarkable story of Sir Nicholas Winton.

  • S2024E02 Sport: Harry Kane: Mental Health, Munich & Me

    • February 8, 2024
    • BBC iPlayer

    The England and Bayern Munich player speaks to the BBC's Alex Howell.

  • S2024E03 Celebrities: Cillian Murphy

    • February 8, 2024
    • BBC iPlayer

    The Oscar-nominated star of Oppenheimer talks to Katie Razzall.

  • S2024E04 Sport: Sir Jim Ratcliffe

    • February 21, 2024
    • BBC iPlayer

    New co-owner of Manchester United, Sir Jim Ratcliffe speaks to BBC Sports Editor Dan Roan.

  • S2024E05 Celebrities: Cate Blanchett

    • March 30, 2024
    • BBC News

    Martha Kearney speaks to academy award winner Cate Blanchett about her latest film, The New Boy. Set in 1940s Australia, the film tells the story of a young Aboriginal boy who is sent to an orphanage.

  • S2024E06 Celebrities: Sir Salman Rushdie

    • April 15, 2024
    • BBC iPlayer

    Sir Salman Rushdie speaks about the knife attack which almost ended his life in 2022, in an interview with Alan Yentob ahead of the publication of a new book about the aftermath of the incident.

  • S2024E07 Sport: Oleksandr Zinchenko

    • April 20, 2024
    • BBC News

    In an exclusive BBC Newsnight interview, Arsenal and Ukraine national team footballer Oleksandr Zinchenko speaks about the war in his home country with Kirsty Wark.

  • S2024E08 Celebrities: Dua Lipa: Headlining Glastonbury

    • May 2, 2024
    • BBC iPlayer

    Dua Lipa talks to Mark Savage about her new album and being a Glastonbury headliner.

  • S2024E09 Decision-makers: Javier Milei

    • May 11, 2024
    • BBC News

    South America correspondent, Ione Wells, speaks to Argentinian President Javier Milei.

  • S2024E10 Sport: Gareth Southgate: Euros, England & Expectation

    • May 13, 2024
    • BBC iPlayer

    England Manager, Gareth Southgate, sits down with the BBC's Alex Howell.

  • S2024E11 Decision-makers: Tsai Ing-wen

    • May 18, 2024
    • BBC News

    Rupert Wingfield-Hayes accompanied Tsai Ing-wen as she travelled around the country in the last days of her presidency and sat down with her for an exclusive interview to discuss her legacy.

  • S2024E12 Decision-makers: Craig Mackinlay MP: Losing My Hands & Feet

    • May 21, 2024
    • BBC iPlayer

    The road to recovery from Sepsis - this is the story of the MP, Craig Mackinlay.

  • S2024E13 Sport: Phil Foden: City, Success & The Euros

    • May 23, 2024
    • BBC iPlayer

    Premier League player of the season, Phil Foden, tells BBC Sport editor Dan Roan what's behind his spectacular rise.

  • S2024E14 Celebrities: Celine Dion: Sickness and Singing

    • June 14, 2024
    • BBC iPlayer

    The Canadian singer shares her experience of living with a rare neurological disorder. Celine Dion has spoken to the BBC about a new documentary that charts her recovery.

  • S2024E15 Sport: Lindsey Burrow: A Tribute To Rob

    • June 21, 2024
    • BBC iPlayer

    Lindsey, the wife of rugby league star & MND campaigner Rob, speaks to us after his death.

  • S2024E16 Celebrities: Dame Tracey Emin

    • June 22, 2024
    • BBC News

    Tracey Emin has been made a Dame by King Charles. It's one of the highest accolades granted to those who have made a significant contribution to their field.

  • S2024E17 Sport: Roger Federer: Life After Tennis

    • July 17, 2024
    • BBC iPlayer

    Roger Federer talks to Sally Nugent about what life's like after retiring from professional tennis.

  • S2024E18 Decision-makers: Volodymyr Zelensky

    • July 20, 2024
    • BBC News

    President Zelensky talks to Chris Mason about Donald Trump, the new UK Labour government, what Ukraine needs from its allies, and how he felt when President Biden called him 'Putin'.

  • S2024E19 Celebrities: Janet Jackson: Life in the Spotlight

    • July 27, 2024
    • BBC News

    Mark Savage talks to Janet Jackson about her childhood, her career and becoming a mother at 50.

  • S2024E20 Decision-makers: Diane Abbott: Political Survival

    • September 17, 2024
    • BBC iPlayer

    Labour MP Diane Abbott was the first black woman elected to parliament and is the longest continuously serving female MP.

  • S2024E21 Celebrities: Gillian Anderson: Sex and Stardom

    • September 28, 2024
    • BBC News

    The actor, known for her roles in Sex Education and The X-Files, speaks candidly about sexual fantasies and much more.

  • S2024E22 Celebrities: Sir David Jason: Staying Positive

    • October 8, 2024
    • BBC iPlayer

    The legendary Only Fools and Horses actor talks family surprises, fame and the legacy of the many roles he's played.

  • S2024E23 Decision-makers: Yulia Navalnaya

    • October 21, 2024
    • BBC Two

    Alexei Navalny was Putin's most vocal critic. As his memoir, Patriot, is published - including never-before-seen diaries - in her first UK broadcast interview, his wife Yulia tells their story.

  • S2024E24 Celebrities: Bruce Springsteen: Life on the Road

    • October 25, 2024
    • BBC iPlayer

    It’s 60 years since Bruce Springsteen played his first gig, on an 18-dollar guitar, with a band called The Rogues. In those days, he played at pizza parlours and drive-in movies. Now he’s more likely to be found in football stadiums. The BBC's Mark Savage has been to meet the boss.

  • S2024E25 Decision-makers: Vladimir and Evgenia Kara-Murza

    • November 9, 2024
    • BBC News

    Laura Kunessberg interviews political prisoner Vladimir Kara-Murza, and his wife Evgenia, after he was one of 24 freed by Russia as part of the largest prisoner exchange since the Cold War.

  • S2024E26 Celebrities: Aamir Khan

    • December 14, 2024
    • BBC News

    One of the most successful Bollywood actors, Aamir Khan talks to the BBC about his hopes for an Oscar for "Lost Ladies", his wide-ranging career and his future plans.

  • S2024E27 Kylie: Behind The Glamour

    • December 21, 2024
    • BBC News

    For four decades Kylie Minogue has been the glamorous face of pop. But what is life like behind the spotlight? Kylie chats comfy clothes, kitchen recordings and playing Wordle with the BBC's music correspondent Mark Savage.

Season 2025

  • S2025E01 Sport: Geraint Thomas: Over the Finish Line

    • February 22, 2025
    • BBC News

    Cycling superstar Geraint Thomas talks about deciding to retire, his extraordinary achievements and life in elite sport.

  • S2025E02 Celebrities: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

    • March 3, 2025
    • BBC Two

    Acclaimed author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie talks to Emma Barnett about her childhood, her powerful storytelling and exploration of themes such as identity, feminism and culture.

  • S2025E03 Celebrities: Lady Gaga: Inside the Chaos

    • March 15, 2025
    • BBC News

    Known to her fans as Mother Monster, the singer-songwriter Lady Gaga talks to BBC music correspondent Mark Savage about the making of her new album Mayhem, the joy of an expanding younger audience and finding happiness with her fiance.

  • S2025E04 Decision-makers: Daniel Noboa

    • March 22, 2025
    • BBC News

    Ione Wells talks to Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa about his plans to combat criminal gangs, his tough stance on violence, and the upcoming election.

  • S2025E06 Decision-makers: Justin Welby: The Laura Kuenssberg Interview

    • March 30, 2025
    • BBC News

    Laura Kuenssberg interviews Justin Welby in his first interview since he resigned in November. He was the first Archbishop of Canterbury to resign in 1400 years, after an independent review detailed 'horrendous' abuse of boys and young men which the church had covered up.

  • S2025E07 Celebrities: David Hockney: A Life in Art

    • April 19, 2025
    • BBC News

    Britain's most popular living artist David Hockney talks to Katie Razzall about why painting still makes him happy at 87, ahead of the opening of his biggest-ever show.

  • S2025E08 Celebrities: Yungblud: My Generation

    • May 17, 2025
    • BBC News

    Pop-punk sensation Yungblud sits down with Laura Kuenssberg and tells all on his new album, his musical heroes, the downside of fame and shares his own previously undisclosed political ambitions!

  • S2025E09 Decision-makers: Tom Fletcher

    • May 31, 2025
    • BBC News

    The BBC's Fergal Keane speaks to Tom Fletcher, the UN's humanitarian chief.

  • S2025E10 Celebrities: Cynthia Erivo: Finding My Voice

    • June 7, 2025
    • BBC News

    Fresh off the success of the Oscar-nominated Wicked, Cynthia Erivo talks to Charlie Stayt about getting back in the studio for her new album, growing up feeling different and how she finally feels able to open up.

  • S2025E11 Decision-makers: Schwarzenegger: Power, Purpose & The Planet

    • June 14, 2025
    • BBC News

    Bodybuilder, movie star and former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger talks to Laura Kuenssberg about four decades in the limelight, his plan to tackle climate change - and terminate pollution.

  • S2025E12 Celebrities: Irvine Welsh: The Next Chapter

    • July 26, 2025
    • BBC News

    Author Irvine Welsh says 'everything is set up for addiction' today. The Scottish writer speaks to Katie Razzall ahead of the publication of the sequel to his 1990s classic Trainspotting.

  • S2025E13 Celebrities: Mark Ronson: The Secrets Of A DJ

    • September 16, 2025
    • BBC iPlayer

    Mark Ronson's worked with the music world's A-list, but he started out as a DJ in New York. He tells how spinning records spun an award winning career.

  • S2025E14 Decision-makers: Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

    • September 20, 2025
    • BBC News

    Ione Wells talks to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the Brazilian president.

  • S2025E15 Celebrities: Philip Pullman: Beyond Fantasy

    • October 22, 2025
    • BBC iPlayer

    The author of 'His Dark Materials' talks to Katie Razzall about finishing Lyra's story, his fears about authoritarianism in the US and freedom of speech in the UK, as well as his legacy.

  • S2025E16 Celebrities: Five: Still Movin'

    • October 28, 2025
    • BBC iPlayer

    They were the Brit boy-band who sold over 20 million records and now, 25 years after they split up, Five are reunited and touring. Before they set off on the road, Abz, Jason, Ritchie, Scott and Sean gave the BBC an exclusive tour of their rehearsal space.

  • S2025E17 Celebrities: Anthony Hopkins: A Career in Character

    • November 5, 2025
    • BBC Two

    From Port Talbot to Hollywood, Sir Anthony Hopkins talks about the craft and the characters that define his 60-year career on screen and the private struggles he has faced behind the scenes.

  • S2025E18 Celebrities: Patti Smith: Art, Music and Love

    • November 8, 2025
    • BBC News

    Patti Smith - a singer, poet, artist and activist whose extraordinary career has spanned 50 years and influenced countless artists. She talks revealingly about her life and struggles to Katie Razzall.

  • S2025E19 Celebrities: KATSEYE: K-Pop Breaking Borders

    • November 12, 2025
    • BBC iPlayer

    Global girl group KATSEYE on their K-Pop training and Netflix's Pop Star Academy. Plus their rise to fame, how they handle online hate and their bid to become the biggest girl group in the world.

  • S2025E20 Decision-makers: Sundar Pichai: Running the Google Empire

    • November 18, 2025
    • BBC Two

    Google's CEO talks to the BBC's economics editor, Faisal Islam, about artificial intelligence and its impact on the future of jobs, truth and the environment.