<description>&lt;p&gt;Does ‘The One’ exist? How does our childhood impact our romantic relationships? Rylan and psychotherapist Philippa Perry take a deep dive into what could be holding us back from finding long-lasting love. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Philippa also shares how her husband of 33 years, the artist Grayson Perry, changed her understanding of what love could be. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;How to Be in Love – Rylan has loved passionately, lost messily, and is now ready to rediscover what ‘love’ is. But does he need to look at love differently before he can find it again? Watch on iPlayer. Listen on BBC Sounds.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Host: Rylan 
Assistant Producer: Ben Johns 
Producer: Katie Grant 
Production Manager: Francesca Bassett 
Executive Producers: Barnaby Coughlin and Arron Fellows 
Music: Miguel d'Oliveira 
Assistant Commissioner: Will Drysdale 
Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts 
A Mindhouse production for BBC Sounds&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Philippa Perry interrogates Rylan on what could be holding him back from finding love.

Does ‘The One’ exist? How does our childhood impact our romantic relationships? Rylan and psychotherapist Philippa Perry take a deep dive into what could be holding us back from finding long-lasting love. Philippa also shares how her husband of 33 years, the artist Grayson Perry, changed her understanding of what love could be. How to Be in Love – Rylan has loved passionately, lost messily, and is now ready to rediscover what ‘love’ is. But does he need to look at love differently before he can find it again? Watch on iPlayer. Listen on BBC Sounds.Host: Rylan 
Assistant Producer: Ben Johns 
Producer: Katie Grant 
Production Manager: Francesca Bassett 
Executive Producers: Barnaby Coughlin and Arron Fellows 
Music: Miguel d'Oliveira 
Assistant Commissioner: Will Drysdale 
Commissioning Editor: Rhian Roberts 
A Mindhouse production for BBC Sounds

Introducing... Rylan: How to Be in Love - featuring Philippa Perry

<description>&lt;p&gt;Born and raised in south London, Cynthia Erivo made her name with musical theatre in London, starring in shows including The Umbrellas Of Cherbourg and Sister Act. In 2015 she became a Broadway star and won Tony, Emmy and Grammy awards for her role in The Color Purple, the musical adaptation of the Alice Walker novel which had transferred from London. Her screen acting credits include the title role in Harriet, about the 19th century abolitionist and campaigner Harriet Tubman, a film which earned her two Academy Award nominations, including for Best Actress. Oscar nominated again for her lead role in the musical film Wicked, she became the first black British woman to receive multiple Academy award nominations for acting. An acclaimed singer, she performed a solo show of songs made famous by female artists including Aretha Franklin, Etta James and Barbra Streisand at the 2022 BBC Proms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Cynthia Erivo tells John Wilson about the influence of her Nigerian born mother, who raised her as a single mum. She remembers two mentors who encouraged her to perform at at young age; school music teacher Helen Rycroft, and Rae McKen who ran a local drama club. Cynthia recalls winning a place at the prestigious drama school RADA, and returning to become Vice President of the institution last year. She talks about the emotional pressures she underwent on playing Celie in The Color Purple, a story of abuse and survival, and how the themes of prejudice and acceptance explored in the musical Wicked, resonated so strongly with her. Cynthia also chooses the 2015 Alexander McQueen exhibition Savage Beauty at the V&amp;amp;A as a inspiring creative moment, and discusses her love of glamorous fashion.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Producer: Edwina Pitman&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Actor and singer Cynthia Erivo reveals her formative creative influences.

Born and raised in south London, Cynthia Erivo made her name with musical theatre in London, starring in shows including The Umbrellas Of Cherbourg and Sister Act. In 2015 she became a Broadway star and won Tony, Emmy and Grammy awards for her role in The Color Purple, the musical adaptation of the Alice Walker novel which had transferred from London. Her screen acting credits include the title role in Harriet, about the 19th century abolitionist and campaigner Harriet Tubman, a film which earned her two Academy Award nominations, including for Best Actress. Oscar nominated again for her lead role in the musical film Wicked, she became the first black British woman to receive multiple Academy award nominations for acting. An acclaimed singer, she performed a solo show of songs made famous by female artists including Aretha Franklin, Etta James and Barbra Streisand at the 2022 BBC Proms.Cynthia Erivo tells John Wilson about the influence of her Nigerian born mother, who raised her as a single mum. She remembers two mentors who encouraged her to perform at at young age; school music teacher Helen Rycroft, and Rae McKen who ran a local drama club. Cynthia recalls winning a place at the prestigious drama school RADA, and returning to become Vice President of the institution last year. She talks about the emotional pressures she underwent on playing Celie in The Color Purple, a story of abuse and survival, and how the themes of prejudice and acceptance explored in the musical Wicked, resonated so strongly with her. Cynthia also chooses the 2015 Alexander McQueen exhibition Savage Beauty at the V&amp;A as a inspiring creative moment, and discusses her love of glamorous fashion.Producer: Edwina Pitman

Introducing... This Cultural Life: Cynthia Erivo

<description>&lt;p&gt;Kirsty Young asks podcaster Adam Buxton what advice he would give his younger self. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Buxton rose to prominence in partnership with Joe Cornish, first on TV with The Adam and Joe Show then as co-hosts of radio shows on XFM and BBC 6 Music. He has since struck out alone with his live show, Bug, and a hit interview podcast. He reflects on his time at art school, the split with Cornish, and the loss of both of his parents.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A BBC Studios Audio production.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Kirsty Young asks podcaster Adam Buxton what advice he would give his younger self.

Kirsty Young asks podcaster Adam Buxton what advice he would give his younger self. Buxton rose to prominence in partnership with Joe Cornish, first on TV with The Adam and Joe Show then as co-hosts of radio shows on XFM and BBC 6 Music. He has since struck out alone with his live show, Bug, and a hit interview podcast. He reflects on his time at art school, the split with Cornish, and the loss of both of his parents.A BBC Studios Audio production.

24. Adam Buxton

<description>&lt;p&gt;Kirsty Young asks Paralympic legend Tanni Grey-Thompson what advice she would give her younger self.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;With 11 Paralympic gold medals and six London Marathon victories, Grey-Thompson reflects on a childhood in Wales, her extraordinary athletics career and her transition to becoming a campaigner and crossbench peer. She discusses the mindset of a champion, the importance of forward-looking goals, and her advocacy for disability rights.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A BBC Studios Audio production.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Kirsty Young asks Tanni Grey-Thompson what advice she would give her younger self.

Kirsty Young asks Paralympic legend Tanni Grey-Thompson what advice she would give her younger self.With 11 Paralympic gold medals and six London Marathon victories, Grey-Thompson reflects on a childhood in Wales, her extraordinary athletics career and her transition to becoming a campaigner and crossbench peer. She discusses the mindset of a champion, the importance of forward-looking goals, and her advocacy for disability rights.A BBC Studios Audio production.

23. Tanni Grey-Thompson

<description>&lt;p&gt;Kirsty Young asks BAFTA-winning actor Chiwetel Ejiofor what advice he would give his younger self.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Known for his iconic performances in 12 Years a Slave and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Ejiofor reflects on a tragedy that shaped his childhood, being cast by Steven Spielberg when he was just 19, and making the move into directing. He also discusses the inspiration he found in the works of Shakespeare and learning to stop being a perfectionist.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A BBC Studios Audio production.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Kirsty Young asks actor Chiwetel Ejiofor what advice he would give his younger self.

Kirsty Young asks BAFTA-winning actor Chiwetel Ejiofor what advice he would give his younger self.Known for his iconic performances in 12 Years a Slave and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Ejiofor reflects on a tragedy that shaped his childhood, being cast by Steven Spielberg when he was just 19, and making the move into directing. He also discusses the inspiration he found in the works of Shakespeare and learning to stop being a perfectionist.A BBC Studios Audio production.

22. Chiwetel Ejiofor

Kirsty Young asks fascinating people what advice they would give their younger self. Authors, artists, actors and film-makers are among those revisiting the moments that made them.

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