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In the Psychiatrist's Chair

Psychiatrist Dr Anthony Clare conducts in depth interviews with prominent people from different walks of life.

Radio 4 Extra,29 episodes

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Sir Colin Davis
Colin Davis explores the psychological aspects of life as a music conductor.
39 mins15 Aug 2015
Oleg Gordievsky
Former British secret agent Oleg Gordievsky talks to Professor Anthony Clare.
39 mins25 Jul 2015
Zoe Wanamaker
Actress Zoe Wanamaker opens up to Anthony Clare about her childhood and upbringing.
45 mins25 Oct 1998
Ed McBain
The crime novelist tells Anthony Clare about his childhood and commitment to writing.
45 mins18 Oct 1998
Steven Berkoff
The director and playwright tells Anthony Clare about his lonely childhood.
45 mins11 Oct 1998
Nicola Horlick
The financier, dubbed 'superwoman', talks about coping with family illness.
45 mins27 Sep 1998
Lord Lawson
Nigel Lawson reflects on a high profile political life and keeping feelings private.
45 mins19 Sep 1998
Wayne Sleep
The dancer shares his thoughts on success, an awkward childhood, his physique and more.
45 mins13 Sep 1998
Gitta Sereny
Gitta chose controversial figures for biographies and believed we are all born 'good'.
45 mins06 Sep 1998
Hanif Kureishi
The novelist tells Anthony Clare about trying to make sense of his real self.
45 mins10 Apr 1998
Brian Masters
The award-winning author of Killing for Company talks about his notions of good and evil.
45 mins17 Aug 1997
Gillian Slovo
The South African-born writer shares thoughts about her parents' dedication to their cause
45 mins10 Aug 1997
Professor Norman Stone
Professor Norman Stone on loathing Oxford University and admiration of Thatcher.
45 mins03 Aug 1997
Paul Theroux
The controversial novelist and travel writer talks about what spurs him on to write.
40 mins27 Jul 1997
Marjorie Wallace
The award-winning campaigning journalist tells Dr Anthony Clare about her major influences
45 mins20 Jul 1997
Nigel Kennedy
The maverick violin star talks to Dr Anthony Clare about schooling, family and music.
45 mins13 Jul 1997
Ann Widdecombe
The former MP opens up about religion, being single and her clash with Michael Howard.
45 mins06 Jul 1997
Stephen Fry
The actor and writer opens up about love, self-loathing and contemplating suicide.
45 mins29 Jun 1997
Martin Bell
Martin Bell explores the psychological aspects of his career as a TV war correspondent.
39 mins30 Jun 1996
Anita Roddick
Businesswoman and campaigner Anita Roddick tells Dr Anthony Clare about her early life.
39 mins23 Jun 1996
Billie Whitelaw
The actress tells Anthony Clare about the profound impact Samuel Beckett had on her life.
39 mins03 Sep 1995
Ruth Rendell
The queen of crime reveals why she is jaundiced about the idea of the 'happy family'.
39 mins31 Jul 1994
Mel Calman
Cartoonist, writer and gallery owner Mel Calman talks about the influences on his life.
34 mins28 Aug 1991
Dame Barbara Cartland
The romantic fiction writer talks about her career and strongly held beliefs.
34 mins31 Jul 1991
Sir Peter Hall
The acclaimed theatre director tells Dr Anthony Clare of the impact of shyness on his life
34 mins01 Aug 1990
Ken Russell
The film director tells Dr Anthony Clare about his early life and love of the image.
34 mins10 Aug 1988
RD Laing
A key figure in the 60s, influential psychiatrist RD Laing talks to Dr Anthony Clare.
34 mins14 Jul 1985
Maya Angelou
Writer and campaigner Maya Angelou tells Dr Anthony Clare about her influences.
39 mins11 Sep 1984
Spike Milligan
The writer and comedian talks about the impact of shell shock on his mental health.
39 mins25 Sep 1982