Brian Cox reflects on his difficult childhood and the impact it had on his determination to succeed

In this episode of the podcast, actor Brian Cox opens up about his challenging upbringing in Dundee, Scotland. Growing up in poverty after his father's untimely death when he was eight, Cox discusses the financial struggles his family faced. He shares how witnessing his mother's attempted suicide made him determined to survive anything. Despite the hardships, Cox credits his difficult childhood for giving him the courage and drive to pursue a career in acting.