The legendary Louis Theroux is among the stars set to speak at the Edinburgh Television Festival, which kicks off this week.
The three-day event, will run from tomorrow until Friday (21-23 August) with an exciting line-up of events.
Documentary film-maker Theroux, who is well-known for his Weird Weekends series that follow black nationalists, white supremacists and porn stars, will be interviewed on stage by Dawn O'Porter.
He will discuss his career so far, how he chooses his subjects and who he thinks is the "new Louis Theroux", reveal a selection of his current favourite clips and even cover When Louis Met, and his experience and subsequent revelations regarding Jimmy Savile.
Other highlights include US broadcaster and former politician Jerry Springer, who will deliver the Alternative MacTaggart lecture.
He will also take part in a Q&A in which he will discuss his career hosting The Jerry Springer Show, as well as his views on the relationship between politics and the media.
What else is on?
The festival also offers a series of keynote speeches, debates,masterclasses and even the opportunity to network with others in the industry.
Channel 4 news chief Dorothy Byrne will give the prestigious MacTaggart Lecture, with a focus on "male behaviour".
The MacTaggart Lecture has formed the centrepiece of the Edinburgh TV Festival since 1976 and it has been given by TV luminaries including Rupert Murdoch, Armando Iannucci and Jon Snow.
Byrne will be the sixth woman to make the annual address, in honour of producer, writer and director James MacTaggart.
The festival also incorporates the Edinburgh TV Awards, with prizes given out across a range of categories.
Hugh Laurie will be given the Outstanding Achievement Award at the ceremony, hosted by stand-up comedian Mo Gilligan.
You can find a full list of what's on at this year's Festival on their website here.
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