Inheritance Tracks

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Justin Hawkins Jan 10, 2026

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Justin Hawkins founded The Darkness, alongside his brother, bursting onto the scene in 2003 with their debut album Permission To Land.

He found fame for his massive five octave vocal range, and the "I Believe in a Thing Called Love" singer now hosts his own online series "Justin Hawkins Rides Again" where he shares his love and passion for music.

What then will he share as his Inheritance Tracks.

Inherited: There Are More Questions Than Answers by Johnny Nash Passing on: Pancho and Lefty by Townes Van Zand

Producer: Ben Mitchell

Emily Watson Jan 03, 2026

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Our Inheritance Tracks this week are the choice of an actor with an astonishing list of theatre, film and television credits to her name, and an array of awards and nominations to match.

Here are the Inheritance tracks of Emily Watson.

Inherited: Puccini's La Boheme sung by Luciano Pavarotti Passing on: Ghost Town by The Specials

Producer: Anna Bailey

Paul Bettany Dec 13, 2025

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You will recognise the BAFTA nominated actor Paul Bettany best as the superhero Vision, the trudging Geoffrey Chaucer in A Knight’s Tale, or maybe as the long suffering surgeon opposite Russell Crow in Master and Commander…a role which saw him learn to play a period accurate cello.

But, his familial lineage is full of musical stars and Paul himself was even a busker on the London Underground for a time.

What then will he choose for his Inheritance Tracks.

Inherited: The Eton Rifles by The Jam Passing on: Hollow Ponds by Damon Albarn

Producers: Anna Bailey and Ben Mitchell

Jacinda Ardern Dec 06, 2025

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Jacinda Ardern, became the Prime Minister of New Zealand in 2017 at the age of 37, she was the youngest female head of government in the world.

Since her resignation from the role, she has shared her learnings on how to integrate empathy into leadership, written an autobiography and is part of a new documentary film, 'Prime Minister', charting her time in office.

But what will she choose as her Inheritance Tracks?

Inherited: Under the Boardwalk by The Drifters Passing on: Hope by Fat Freddy's Drop

Producers: Anna Bailey and Ben Mitchell

Chris and Xand van Tulleken Nov 29, 2025

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The identical twins and broadcasting doctors, Chris and Xand van Tulleken, have been helping guide us through the world of medicine for years.

From mums and dads on Radio 4's "What's Up Docs?" to children on their hugely popular "Operation Ouch!"

What then will they prescribe us to listen to with their Inheritance Tracks.

Inherited: Sabre Dance composed by Aram Khachaturian Xand - Passing on: Welcome to the Jungle by Guns N' Roses Chris - Escape (The Piña Colada Song) by Rupert Holmes

Producer: Ben Mitchell

Jason Donovan Nov 22, 2025

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Jason Donovan first captured hearts our hearts in Neighbours, becoming a household name worldwide, before breaking into the charts and onto the West End stage.

What then will he choose as his Inheritance tracks?

Inherited: It's Still Rock and Roll to Me by Billy Joel Passing on: Life’s What You Make It by Talk Talk

Producers: Ben Mitchell and Lowri Morgan

Richard E. Grant Nov 15, 2025

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Richard E. Grant is an the academy award nominated actor and Barbra Streisand obsessive.

Growing up in Southern Africa, he harboured a desire to become and actor having seen a resemblance of himself in Donald Sutherland... ...that is until he first saw Barbra in a cinema in Rome - and she changed his life.

Inherited: Who Will Buy performed by Barbra Streisand Passing on: Don't Rain on My Parade by Barbra Streisand

Producers: Anna Bailey and Ben Mitchell

Peter and Dan Snow Nov 08, 2025

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Two wonderful broadcasters - the Snows, Peter and Dan.

Peter's peerless work on general election nights popularised the infamous swingometer, and Dan's infectious fascination with history has inspired countless others...and together they’ve enjoyed many an adventure.

What then will they choose as their shared Inheritance Tracks?

Peter: Remember the Alamo by Tex Ritter Dan: Finlandia composed by Jean Sibelius performed by Chineke! Orchestra

Producers: Lowri Morgan and Josie Hardy

Miranda Hart Nov 01, 2025

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Miranda Hart has kept us entertained for several decades, from her hit sitcom Miranda to Call the Midwife.

Her new book, "The Christmas Tree that Loved to Dance", tells the story of a Christmas tree that refuses to be discarded and forgotten.

In her Inheritance Tracks, Miranda reveals the song that kept her going during one of the lowest points of her life.

Inherited: Never Tear us Apart by INXS Passing on: That I Would be Good by Alanis Morissette

Producers: Anna Bailey and Ben Mitchell

Clare Balding Oct 25, 2025

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Clare Balding is a broadcaster, author...and Faithful!

From her early career on Grandstand to hosting Olympic and Wimbledon coverage, Clare has been a fixture of our sporting screens for many years.

But in her debut fiction novel Clare is experiencing "Pastures New".

Sport is in her blood, and one of her choices goes back a long way - long before it became the sporting anthem it is today.

Inherited: Sweet Caroline by Neil Diamond Passing on: Vienna by Billy Joel

Producer: Ben Mitchell

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