Actors, TV personalities and directors at the 2017 Hay Festival.
The actor discusses the extraordinary impact of the Tredegar Medical Aid Society.
As part of his Aneurin Bevan lecture, the actor discusses the importance of compassion.
From a 'charm of goldfinches' to a 'coil of wigeon'; the comedian's favourite bird terms.
The stand-up comedian discusses how his family instigated his love of birds.
The comedian describes the uninhabited Scottish islands as a 'jewel' of the natural world.
The pianist's encore was a rendition of Gluck's Melody from Orfeo ed Euridice.
The actor recalls his first impression of the comedy pilot, and how it changed his life.
The Pride and Prejudice author also penned some interesting words on childbirth.
The literary legend bore little resemblance to her image on the new Β£10 note.
The comedian admits he was surprised at the positive reviews his debut novel received.
The chat show host on a classic episode with Bill Murray, Matt Damon and Hugh Bonneville.
The young Olympian diver discusses his life and career with Carolyn Hitt.
The moment from the Beijing Olympics that left a lasting impression on the teenage diver.
The film star discusses her book, Who I Am, with Sarfraz Manzoor.
The film star reveals why "a sense of risk" is central to her work.
Ed Balls discusses his political career and making moves on Strictly Come Dancing.
The former MP explains why he swapped politics for the Strictly dancefloor.
Ed makes a hilariously rude mistake while filming Strictly Come Dancing.
Nicholas Hytner discusses his 12 years at the helm of the prestigious National Theatre.
Director says the 400-year-old play triggered a "potent cocktail" in theatregoers' minds.
