Matt for The Inheritance / Channel 4
Age: 51
From: Somerset
Occupation: Coach Company Owner
Why did you apply to take part?
“I like the fact that it’s not a show that I’ve seen before. I don’t know anything about it; I’m completely in the dark and I like that. That’s what really piqued my interest at the start. I like the fact that it’s going to be new to me, new to everybody and I’m looking forward to seeing how I react to that. Am I going to fall apart because I’m in a situation that’s unfamiliar? I don’t know, but I’m really looking forward to finding out. This is more about analysing myself, testing myself. It’s more about that than showbusiness, fame or fortune for me.”
Are you good at influencing others?
“I like to look at people’s traits, see what makes them tick and try and work on that. I’ll see if I can get a reaction from certain questions that I may ask, or reactions to things that we have to do. I might look upon these reactions as a way of determining a strength or weakness in an individual and see how I might play on those to my advantage.”
What would you spend the money on?
“My motivation was never about money, so I really haven’t given that any thought. I’m really content with where I am, and I don’t think any amount of money could make that better. It might improve material things around me, but my family, my life and my wellbeing I am perfectly content with.”
The Inheritance begins tonight at 9pm on Channel 4.
