I have lots of beliefs about that, but that will have to wait for another interview.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 26 August 2023 source ↗
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What happens when we die?
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I am so curious. We had my son christened because there may be a god but, equally, my partner is a science teacher, so I am also completely open to the possibility that nothing happens.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 11 November 2023 source ↗
I really hope there is a big pearly gate.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 21 December 2024 source ↗
We go back from whence we came.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 15 February 2025 source ↗
I think that we dissolve into the soil and new things sprout from that.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 22 February 2025 source ↗
I think we go back into the earth.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 6 September 2025 source ↗
Disneyland x a million.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 21 February 2026 source ↗
I would like to believe that you reunite with the people you love the most.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 28 March 2026 source ↗
Being alive on Earth is challenging and I like to believe that whatever happens after is filled with peace and ease.
Recorded The Q&A, The Guardian, 25 April 2026 source ↗
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