Sometimes known as the “sultan of swing,” Professor Sir John Curtice has become an institution of election coverage in the UK. But is there more to the man than stats and figures? There might be some broad beans and jam, as Mark Coles finds out. Rev Dr Lisa Curtice, John’s wife Phil Tremewan, childhood friend John Leston, friend from university David Dimbleby, broadcaster Paddy O’Connell, BBC broadcaster Presenter: Mark Coles Producers: Ivana Davidovic, Diane Richardson and Julie Ball Sound: James Beard Production Coordinator: Maria Ogundele Editor: Tom Bigwood