2003

S2.E1 ∙ Lynne Franks

Tue, Feb 24, 2004

Lynne Franks. The PR guru and reputed inspiration for Edina in 'Ab Fab' (TV series 'Absolutely Fabulous') has renounced the showbiz set in favour of meditation and a New-Age lifestyle which she is promoting through self-help books. Adrian Chiles shadows her for a day - and sorely tests her new-found serenity when he accidentally breaks one of her valuable plates.

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S2.E2 ∙ Raymond Blanc

Tue, Mar 02, 2004

The mercurial Frenchman appears to juggle his demanding roles as top chef and businessman with consummate ease. Meticulous timing is key to his success, so Blanc is none too happy when poor Adrian Chiles begins the day by showing up seven minutes late.

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S2.E3 ∙ Sarah Doukas

Tue, Mar 09, 2004

Sarah Doukas owns and runs Storm model agency, which boasts the likes of Kate Moss on its books. Adrian Chiles shadows Doukas on a typically busy day as she picks models for London Fashion Week, attends a photographer's casting, and scouts for talent along London's Oxford Street.

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S2.E4 ∙ Henrietta Knight & Terry Biddlecombe

Tue, Mar 16, 2004

For episode 4 of the new series, Adrian will be visiting two successful people in their profession. Horse trainers Henrietta Knight and husband Terry Biddlecombe invite Adrian Chiles to spend a day with them that takes in the gallops and racing at Cheltenham.

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S2.E5 ∙ Simon Kelner

Tue, Mar 23, 2004

How does a top newspaper editor balance headlines and deadlines with meetings and corporate functions? Adrian Chiles shadows Simon Kelner , the man behind The Independent's pioneering "tabloid broadsheet", for a day in this rare insight into how a daily paper is put together.

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S2.E6 ∙ Jacqueline Gold

Tue, Mar 30, 2004

Saucy knickers and high-powered business meetings are all in a day's work for Jacqueline Gold, the boss of the 'Ann Summers' chain of high-street sex boutiques. Adrian Chiles shadows her as she attends the opening of her 100th store, in Glasgow, before flying south to observe a brainstorming session on the topic of leather underwear.

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S2.E7 ∙ Karan Bilimoria

Mon, Apr 05, 2004

Karan Bilimoria's parents despaired when their son turned his back on a career in the City to set up an import/export business - however, after successfully cornering the market in polo mallets, he quickly hit upon another bright idea. Realising that most lagers were too gassy to be enjoyed with that perennial British favourite, the post-pub curry, he developed a smoother alternative - 'Cobra Beer'. Adrian Chiles shadows him as he takes his beverage to Delhi in a bold "coals to Newcastle" move.

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S2.E8 ∙ Quinton Quayle

Mon, Apr 12, 2004

The British ambassador to Romania, Quinton Quayle , discusses visa applications on the eve of media claims of lax restrictions on visas to Britain. Security is also on his mind following the bomb attack in Istanbul that killed the British ambassador to Turkey. Accompanying Quayle on a meeting with the Romanian PM, Adrian Chiles finds the ambassador to be one of the country's most famous public figures.

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S2.E9 ∙ Captain Adrian Nance R.N.

Mon, Apr 19, 2004

Adrian Chiles is airlifted to the 'Royal Navy's 'HMS Ark Royal' aircraft carrier, as she prepares for a refit. There he shadows the illustrious ship's captain, Adrian Nance , as he overseas an emotional ceremonial goodbye to '800 Squadron', and invites Chiles to share some "tea and stickies".

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S2.E10 ∙ Gary Megson

Mon, May 10, 2004

For episode 10, Adrian Chiles gets the opportunity to indulge his 30-year passion for 'West Bromwich Albion' Football Club. Adrian is able to shadow the club manager, Gary Megson during a tense day as the team cling on to second place in Division One.

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S2.E11 ∙ Sean Doran

Mon, May 17, 2004

A bad experience at 'The Barber of Seville' left the teenage Adrian Chiles with a deep hatred of opera. Now he's forced to confront his fears as he spends a day with Sean Doran, Chief Executive of the 'English National Opera'. Funding and publicity are constant worries - however, he finds time to show off the £41 million newly refurbished 'London Coliseum' theatre, and meet with Soprano singer, Lesley Garrett.

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S2.E12 ∙ Carlos Ghosn

Mon, May 24, 2004

When Brazilian-born Carlos Ghosn arrived at Japanese car giant 'Nissan' in 1999, the company was $22 billion in debt. Four years later, 'Nissan' has returned record profits, and the charismatic Ghosn has become a national hero. Adrian Chiles travels to Tokyo to bask in the reflected glory, but finds getting to know Ghosn a hard task.

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