“I remember when New Labour got in. I was at Salford Tech studying dram...” — Maxine Peake Quote

“I remember when New Labour got in. I was at Salford Tech studying drama, and everyone was jumping up and down, and I was so upset, I went to a phone box and called my granddad.”

“I don't really engage with that world of technology, which might be to my detriment.”

“There aren't that many great female roles in Shakespeare - none that I'd be desperate to play.”

“Rather than influence the media, I hope that my progress from player to correspondent shows that there is a role for former cricketers in the media, despite the intolerant views of some of my colleagues in the press box.”

“Deadlines refine the mind. They remove variables like exotic materials and processes that take too long. The closer the deadline, the more likely you'll start thinking waaay outside the box.”

“A lot of people think they need the best training partners, the best gym. I started with Vans, Jack in the Box, and a dream, and now I'm here. You just need to have that work ethic, focus, and dedication.”