Alexander Armstrong: What is the trait you most deplore in others?

When I was little I wanted to be a conductor. I knew there was a man in a smart coat who waved his arms around at the opera and I thought: "There's the job for me."

Recorded Laura Potter, This much I know, The Guardian, 13 March 2010 source ↗

Question Which writers or artists most influenced your work? Taste & recommendation

The TV producer Jimmy Mulville has been an incredible mentor.

Recorded Rob McGibbon, The Definite Article, Rob McGibbon, 29 December 2012 source ↗

Question What do you value most in your friends? Relationships

Make friends and do all you can to keep them. And try to be useful.

Recorded Rob McGibbon, The Definite Article, Rob McGibbon, 29 December 2012 source ↗

Question What would you like to be remembered for? Death & what remains

As a good father and a decent person who was good company – not a bore!

Recorded Rob McGibbon, The Definite Article, Rob McGibbon, 29 December 2012 source ↗

Question What keeps you awake at night? Daily life

Three children aged three, one and 0.

Recorded Rosanna Greenstreet, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 November 2010 source ↗

Question Aside from a property, what is the most expensive thing you have bought? Money & investment

A Maserati.

Recorded Rosanna Greenstreet, The Q&A, The Guardian, 27 November 2010 source ↗

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