Afternoon Edition Extra

The Oscar-winning director on his new psychological thriller Greta and why he thinks people will soon be paying not to be famous. (photo courtesy of Patrick Redmond)

Sabrina talks to Nihal about how she went from being homeless to becoming a senior firefighter – and how fearing for her partner’s life led her to research the way we all make life or death decisions.

The singer songwriter talks parenthood, childhood and why he sometimes sings with his eyes closed.

The author talks to Nihal Arthanayake about her debut novel Queenie, why she’s had enough of micro-aggressions, the perils of modern dating and much more. You can also search BBC Sounds to hear Tamara Lawrence reading Queenie.

“I was basically playing a character I loved.” Zawe Ashton on playing Vod in Fresh Meat and her new memoir Character Breakdown