Sally Wainwright
Acclaimed writer and creator of series such as Happy Valley; guest on this episode to discuss her new BBC One series Riot Women and its themes.
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Sep 13, 2017 • 1h 24min
Inside the Writersroom with Jed Mercurio
Join top UK television drama writers Jed Mercurio and Sally Wainwright as they discuss their writing process, challenges of TV series production, transitioning from medicine to writing, creating complex characters, navigating failures and successes, adapting novels, and offering advice to aspiring writers.
Sep 13, 2017 • 1h 13min
Inside the Writersroom with Sally Wainwright
Sally Wainwright, a leading UK television drama writer, discusses her writing routine, the importance of solitude for inspiration, and the challenges in creating authentic narratives. She shares insights on character depth in Happy Valley, balancing work and family life, and building a strong foundation in writing engaging stories.
Oct 13, 2025 • 1h 57min
Riot Women, The Iris Affair, and Monster: The Ed Gein Story. With guests Sally Wainwright, Adjani Salmon & Ali Hughes
Sally Wainwright, the acclaimed writer behind Happy Valley, dives into her new BBC series Riot Women, exploring themes like midlife and dementia. Adjani Salmon, creator and star of Dreaming Whilst Black, shares insights into the show's development and character arcs for its second season, alongside co-writer Ali Hughes. They discuss the vitality of satire in modern storytelling. Plus, they critique the true crime approach of Netflix's Monster, featuring Ed Gein, sparking debates over storytelling ethics. A riveting conversation!
