Jack Thorne

Join Lauren Greenfield, a renowned documentary photographer known for her work on American adolescents, Matt Richtel, a New York Times health reporter exploring tech's social impact, and Jack Thorne, an award-winning playwright tackling themes of toxic masculinity and social media. They delve into the alarming rise of mental health issues among teens exacerbated by technology. The conversation covers the fine line between connection and loneliness, the vulnerabilities of the adolescent brain, and essential strategies for parents to navigate this digital landscape.

Jack Thorne, an Emmy- and BAFTA-winning playwright, is known for works like His Dark Materials and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. He shares the impact of chronic illness on his life, including being 'allergic to moving,' and how these experiences shaped his storytelling and activism. Thorne discusses the joy of collaboration in theatre, the significance of neurodiversity, and the relentless nature of his writing journey, revealing a drive to create inclusive and truthful narratives that reflect the lives of those often overlooked.

Jack Thorne, award-winning playwright and screenwriter, talks about juggling projects and his working methods. He discusses realism versus fantasy, adapting Lord of the Flies, and writing about adolescence and social issues. Short reflections on validation, disappearing into craft, and balancing grim research with family life.

Hunter Davies, the Beatles’ first authorised biographer, recalls their pre-fame lives and unforgettable Abbey Road sessions. Juliette Binoche, Oscar-winning actor and filmmaker, discusses her dance-led directorial debut, artistic risk and transformation. Playwright Jack Thorne makes the case for protecting writers from AI. Lucy Caldwell, award-winning Northern Irish author, explores memory, research and the making of a short story.

Ike Talbot, actor who plays Simon, reflects on Simon's nuance and traumatic backstory. David McKenna, actor who portrays Piggy, talks makeup, prosthetics, and prep. Winston Sawyers, actor who plays Ralph, shares his approach and on-location experiences. Marc Munden, director, discusses visual palette, practical effects, and working with child performers. Jack Thorne, writer, explains adapting the novel for a four-part TV format.

Jack Thorne, acclaimed British writer and playwright behind Adolescence and the Netflix Lord of the Flies adaptation, discusses writing two big projects at once. He talks about Netflix’s global reach, sharing a co-writing credit with Stephen Graham, and how a midlife autism diagnosis reframed his life.

Vaseem Khan, crime writer who’s penned a Bond spin-off about Q. Hanan Issa, National Poet of Wales exploring Welsh–Iraqi storytelling. Val McDermid, veteran Scottish crime novelist with decades of thrillers. Jack Thorne, award‑winning screenwriter of Adolescence and Falling. They talk about adapting classics, writing long‑form TV, crafting cold‑case mysteries, dual heritage in poetry, and a quantum tech Bond mystery.

Jack Thorne, award-winning writer behind Skins, This Is England and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, talks storytelling and being an outsider. He recalls locking eyes with Leonardo DiCaprio at the Golden Globes. They explore Adolescence, the dark side of social media, his autism diagnosis making sense of his past, and his lifelong love of cinema.

Jack Thorne, award-winning playwright and screenwriter behind Skins, This Is England and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, talks about the shockwaves of Adolescence and working closely with Stephen Graham. He explores incel culture, online kindness, shifting TV power and his writing routine. He also opens up about social anxiety and how Desert Island Discs prompted an autism diagnosis.

Join prolific writer and playwright Jack Thorne, known for 'His Dark Materials' and 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child,' as he opens up about the creative process behind his projects. He discusses the challenges of adaptation and how personal narratives play a crucial role in storytelling. Thorne explores themes of identity and representation, particularly regarding autism in media. He also shares his unique work ethic and reflects on the emotional impact of childhood films, showcasing the deep connections between creativity and personal experience.