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Billy Joel

Musical legend Billy Joel tells the South Bank Show about his writing and women
Sarah Waters

The Tipping the Velvet author chats openly to Melvyn about her novels
Gore Vidal

The American author talks to Melvyn Bragg about his career and his work
Liza Minnelli

The South Bank Show looks at Liza’s relationship with her tormented mother
Tim Burton

The Sweeney Todd director talks about his lastest venture and actor Johnny Depp
Kevin Spacey

Melvyn chats to the Oscar-winning actor about why he left Hollywood for the Old Vic
Eric Clapton

The rock veteran talks to Melvyn about his musical career that spans forty years
Annie Lennox

Watch the Scottish singer talk to Melvyn about The Eurythmics and her solo career
Joan Didion

Renowned American journalist and author Joan Didion talks literature with Melvyn
June Whitfield

The Terry and June veteran looks back at 30 years on the comedy circuit
Michael Sheen

Sheen, who won critical acclaim for his portrayal of Tony Blair, discusses his roles
Emma Kirkby

Talented soprano Emma Kirkby talks to Melvyn Bragg about her music and life
Marianne Faithfull

Sixties pop legend Marianne reflects on her colourful life and performs live
Jarvis Cocker

The former Pulp frontman talks about his music and life in Paris - and performs songs
Victoria Wood

Follow her preparation for the national tour of Acorn Antiques – The Musical
Isabel Allende

Melvyn Bragg talks to the Chilean novelist about her background and work

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