http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio3/nightwaves/The best of BBC Radio 3's flagship arts and ideas programme Night Waves - featuring in-depth interviews with artists, scientists and public figures, vociferous debates, and reviews of the latest cultural events. Night Waves is broadcast on BBC Radio 3 Mon - Thursday at 10pmThe best of BBC Radio 3's flagship arts and ideas programme Night Waves - featuring in-depth interviews with artists, scientists and public figures, vociferous debates, and reviews of the latest cultural events. Night Waves is broadcast on BBC Radio 3 Mon - Thursday at 10pmBBC Radio 3BBCpodcast.support@bbc.co.ukenhttp://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/assets/artwork/r3arts.jpghttp://www.bbc.co.uk/radio3/nightwaves/(C) BBC 2013Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:00:17 +0100Nightwaves, review, discussion, society, culture, philosophy, Matthew Sweet, Philip Dodd, Isobel Hilton.Nightwaves, review, discussion, society, culture, philosophy, Matthew Sweet, Philip Dodd, Isobel Hilton.nononadultBBC Radio 3's annual Free Thinking festival of ideas hits the road this summer as it takes up residency at leading summer events across the country. Rana Mitter chairs a debate from the York Festival of Ideas on the legacy of the War of the Roses with Helen Castor, Sandy Grant and Mark Ormrod reflecting on how the Wars of the Roses shaped the country from the 15th century right up to the present day. In the year that Richard III's remains were identified beneath a Leicester Car Park, why does the Wars of the Roses continue to exert such a hold over our imaginations, from Game of Thrones to new BBC series The White Queen?BBC Radio 3's annual Free Thinking festival of ideas hits the road this summer as it takes up residency at leading summer events across the country. Rana Mitter chairs a debate from the York Festival of Ideas on the legacy of the War of the Roses...BBC Radio 3's annual Free Thinking festival of ideas hits the road this summer as it takes up residency at leading summer events across the country. Rana Mitter chairs a debate from the York Festival of Ideas on the legacy of the War of the Roses with Helen Castor, Sandy Grant and Mark Ormrod reflecting on how the Wars of the Roses shaped the country from the 15th century right up to the present day. In the year that Richard III's remains were identified beneath a Leicester Car Park, why does the Wars of the Roses continue to exert such a hold over our imaginations, from Game of Thrones to new BBC series The White Queen?Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:00:00 +010043:20http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130618-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130618-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to Conor McPherson about his new play The Night Alive, working with his own material as writer and director, violence on stage and his muses. On the 700th anniversary of Boccaccio's birth, Matthew is joined by Massimo Riva, Guyda Armstrong and Lindsay Johns to discuss the relevance of the Florentine author today. David Kynaston has been 'Opening the Box' on the years 1957 - 59, the third in his series of books looking across the history of post-war Britain. But are we just too sentimental about the 1950s? New Generation Thinker Chris Harding explains how religions and scientific psychology and psychiatry are drawing ever closer together in our modern consciousness.Matthew Sweet talks to Conor McPherson about his new play The Night Alive, working with his own material as writer and director, violence on stage and his muses. On the 700th anniversary of Boccaccio's birth, Matthew is joined by Massimo Riva, Guyda...Matthew Sweet talks to Conor McPherson about his new play The Night Alive, working with his own material as writer and director, violence on stage and his muses. On the 700th anniversary of Boccaccio's birth, Matthew is joined by Massimo Riva, Guyda Armstrong and Lindsay Johns to discuss the relevance of the Florentine author today. David Kynaston has been 'Opening the Box' on the years 1957 - 59, the third in his series of books looking across the history of post-war Britain. But are we just too sentimental about the 1950s? New Generation Thinker Chris Harding explains how religions and scientific psychology and psychiatry are drawing ever closer together in our modern consciousness.Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:36:00 +010044:53http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130618-1036.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130618-1036a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy talks to Neil Gaiman, prolific award-winning author of novels for adults and children alike and writer for radio and television about new novel, The Ocean At The End Of The Lane. Historian, Selina Todd, writer and novelist Bidisha, and Telegraph columnist Tim Stanley tiptoe round a debate raging across social media, 'check your privilege’. Universe Cosmologist consultant, Marcus Chown reports back from Visions of the Universe exhibition at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich.Anne McElvoy talks to Neil Gaiman, prolific award-winning author of novels for adults and children alike and writer for radio and television about new novel, The Ocean At The End Of The Lane. Historian, Selina Todd, writer and novelist Bidisha, and...Anne McElvoy talks to Neil Gaiman, prolific award-winning author of novels for adults and children alike and writer for radio and television about new novel, The Ocean At The End Of The Lane. Historian, Selina Todd, writer and novelist Bidisha, and Telegraph columnist Tim Stanley tiptoe round a debate raging across social media, 'check your privilege’. Universe Cosmologist consultant, Marcus Chown reports back from Visions of the Universe exhibition at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich.Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:32:00 +010045:15http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130614-1232.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130614-1232b.mp3BBC Radio 3Samira Ahmed talks to Joss Whedon, creator of the cult TV hit Buffy The Vampire Slayer, whose new film is a modern dress version of Much Ado About Nothing. Marianne Elliott talks about her new production of Tennessee Williams's play Sweet Bird of Youth, starring Kim Cattrall as a Hollywood leading lady whose youth is fading. Radio 3 New Generation Thinker Greg Tate looks back to a famous debate on Education between Matthew Arnold and T.H. Huxley which throws an interesting light on the current over-heated discussions about what our children should be taught.Samira Ahmed talks to Joss Whedon, creator of the cult TV hit Buffy The Vampire Slayer, whose new film is a modern dress version of Much Ado About Nothing. Marianne Elliott talks about her new production of Tennessee Williams's play Sweet Bird of...Samira Ahmed talks to Joss Whedon, creator of the cult TV hit Buffy The Vampire Slayer, whose new film is a modern dress version of Much Ado About Nothing. Marianne Elliott talks about her new production of Tennessee Williams's play Sweet Bird of Youth, starring Kim Cattrall as a Hollywood leading lady whose youth is fading. Radio 3 New Generation Thinker Greg Tate looks back to a famous debate on Education between Matthew Arnold and T.H. Huxley which throws an interesting light on the current over-heated discussions about what our children should be taught.Thu, 13 Jun 2013 19:19:00 +010044:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130613-1919.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130613-1919a.mp3BBC Radio 3A first night review of the National Theatre's revival of James Baldwin's drama The Amen Corner, starring Marianne Jean-Baptiste. Matthew Sweet along with Susannah Clapp and Lindsay Johns review. Are conspiracy theories the sign of a decayed or thriving democracy? Discussing are Professor Sir Richard Evans, David Aaronovitch and Eliane Glaser. New Generation Thinker John Gallagher meditates on the pleasures and pitfalls of disguise for the sixteenth century traveller. And Matthew interviews Rachel Kushner whose latest novel, The Flamethrowers is about the art and radicalism of the 1970's.A first night review of the National Theatre's revival of James Baldwin's drama The Amen Corner, starring Marianne Jean-Baptiste. Matthew Sweet along with Susannah Clapp and Lindsay Johns review. Are conspiracy theories the sign of a decayed or...A first night review of the National Theatre's revival of James Baldwin's drama The Amen Corner, starring Marianne Jean-Baptiste. Matthew Sweet along with Susannah Clapp and Lindsay Johns review. Are conspiracy theories the sign of a decayed or thriving democracy? Discussing are Professor Sir Richard Evans, David Aaronovitch and Eliane Glaser. New Generation Thinker John Gallagher meditates on the pleasures and pitfalls of disguise for the sixteenth century traveller. And Matthew interviews Rachel Kushner whose latest novel, The Flamethrowers is about the art and radicalism of the 1970's.Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:35:00 +010045:15http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130612-1035.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130612-1035a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd examines A Crisis of Brilliance a new exhibition at London's Dulwich Picture gallery with the curator David Boyd-Haycock. As Turkey's anti-government protest continues, Elif Shafak, Karl Sharro and Professor Benjamin Fortna, explore the underlying reasons for civil society's dissatisfactions. Sarah Dillon is one of this year's New Generation Thinkers and her column is on the role of analogy in science. Søren Kierkegaard, the grandfather of existentialism, was also a sophisticated humourist. Philip is joined by theologian George Pattison and the Danish comedian Claus Damgaard for a Kierkegaardian lesson in freedom.Philip Dodd examines A Crisis of Brilliance a new exhibition at London's Dulwich Picture gallery with the curator David Boyd-Haycock. As Turkey's anti-government protest continues, Elif Shafak, Karl Sharro and Professor Benjamin Fortna, explore the...Philip Dodd examines A Crisis of Brilliance a new exhibition at London's Dulwich Picture gallery with the curator David Boyd-Haycock. As Turkey's anti-government protest continues, Elif Shafak, Karl Sharro and Professor Benjamin Fortna, explore the underlying reasons for civil society's dissatisfactions. Sarah Dillon is one of this year's New Generation Thinkers and her column is on the role of analogy in science. Søren Kierkegaard, the grandfather of existentialism, was also a sophisticated humourist. Philip is joined by theologian George Pattison and the Danish comedian Claus Damgaard for a Kierkegaardian lesson in freedom.Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:01:00 +010044:49http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130611-1101.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130611-1101a.mp3BBC Radio 3Alex Harris and Anne McElvoy review the latest Marc Chagall exhibition at the Tate Liverpool. Andrew Simms and Stephen D. King discuss the "End of Western Affluence". Anne talks to Cornelia Parker about her latest exhibition at Frith Street Gallery. And one of this year's Radio 3 New Generation Thinkers, Eleanor Rosamund Barraclough reflects on the possible relationship between Nordic Noir TV and Old Norse Tales.Alex Harris and Anne McElvoy review the latest Marc Chagall exhibition at the Tate Liverpool. Andrew Simms and Stephen D. King discuss the "End of Western Affluence". Anne talks to Cornelia Parker about her latest exhibition at Frith Street Gallery....Alex Harris and Anne McElvoy review the latest Marc Chagall exhibition at the Tate Liverpool. Andrew Simms and Stephen D. King discuss the "End of Western Affluence". Anne talks to Cornelia Parker about her latest exhibition at Frith Street Gallery. And one of this year's Radio 3 New Generation Thinkers, Eleanor Rosamund Barraclough reflects on the possible relationship between Nordic Noir TV and Old Norse Tales.Fri, 07 Jun 2013 10:30:00 +010045:05http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130607-1030.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130607-1030b.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd talks to internationally renowned video artist Bill Viola about his latest show: nine major new works in a museum-scale exhibition in London. What is the play, A Satire of the Three Estates relevance to Scottish identity today? We ask Professor Greg Walker who has restored the text, and theatre critic Joyce McMillan. Award-winning documentary maker Norma Percy discusses her latest series on the Iraq war and Jules Evans, one of this year's Radio 3 New Generation Thinkers, reflects on philosophy.Philip Dodd talks to internationally renowned video artist Bill Viola about his latest show: nine major new works in a museum-scale exhibition in London. What is the play, A Satire of the Three Estates relevance to Scottish identity today? We ask...Philip Dodd talks to internationally renowned video artist Bill Viola about his latest show: nine major new works in a museum-scale exhibition in London. What is the play, A Satire of the Three Estates relevance to Scottish identity today? We ask Professor Greg Walker who has restored the text, and theatre critic Joyce McMillan. Award-winning documentary maker Norma Percy discusses her latest series on the Iraq war and Jules Evans, one of this year's Radio 3 New Generation Thinkers, reflects on philosophy.Thu, 06 Jun 2013 13:02:00 +010045:20http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130606-1302.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130606-1302a.mp3BBC Radio 3What will China's economy look like in ten years' time? Liam Byrne an MP, is also a passionate advocate for stronger relations with China and he joins Rana Mitter and Linda Yueh to discuss our future with China. In recent years India-watchers have noted a worrying drift away from freedom of speech and to discuss this with Rana are Soli Sorabjee, Vappala Balachandran, Flavia Agnes and Tim Garton Ash. And New Generation Thinker Alice Hall asks how helpful is the label 'superhuman' for disabled atheletes if we want to understand the real problems faced by disabled people today?What will China's economy look like in ten years' time? Liam Byrne an MP, is also a passionate advocate for stronger relations with China and he joins Rana Mitter and Linda Yueh to discuss our future with China. In recent years India-watchers have...What will China's economy look like in ten years' time? Liam Byrne an MP, is also a passionate advocate for stronger relations with China and he joins Rana Mitter and Linda Yueh to discuss our future with China. In recent years India-watchers have noted a worrying drift away from freedom of speech and to discuss this with Rana are Soli Sorabjee, Vappala Balachandran, Flavia Agnes and Tim Garton Ash. And New Generation Thinker Alice Hall asks how helpful is the label 'superhuman' for disabled atheletes if we want to understand the real problems faced by disabled people today?Wed, 05 Jun 2013 11:11:00 +010043:57http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130605-1111.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130605-1111c.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet is joined by writer, Mark Ravenhill and literary critic, Sos Eltis to consider Steven Soderbergh's film - Behind the Candelabra. They’ll also discuss what it adds to our understanding of "camp" and its part in contemporary culture. Art historian T J Clark, talks about his latest book, Picasso and Truth. The aim, he says, is to sweep away the tittle tattle which so often passes for Picasso criticism so that we can get a clear view of the artist's achievement. New Generation Thinker Fern Riddell examines female political violence in Edwardian Britain.Matthew Sweet is joined by writer, Mark Ravenhill and literary critic, Sos Eltis to consider Steven Soderbergh's film - Behind the Candelabra. They’ll also discuss what it adds to our understanding of "camp" and its part in contemporary culture. Art...Matthew Sweet is joined by writer, Mark Ravenhill and literary critic, Sos Eltis to consider Steven Soderbergh's film - Behind the Candelabra. They’ll also discuss what it adds to our understanding of "camp" and its part in contemporary culture. Art historian T J Clark, talks about his latest book, Picasso and Truth. The aim, he says, is to sweep away the tittle tattle which so often passes for Picasso criticism so that we can get a clear view of the artist's achievement. New Generation Thinker Fern Riddell examines female political violence in Edwardian Britain.Tue, 04 Jun 2013 11:44:00 +010045:47http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130604-1144.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130604-1144b.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy talks to Debra Craine about British choreographer Akram Khan’s new work, iTMOi or In the Mind of Igor, which takes inspiration from Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring. Environmentalist George Monbiot's new book Feral argues for a "rewilding" of Britain, and a reintroduction of beavers, boars and controversially, wolves. Former Director of the National Trust Dame Fiona Reynolds has a totally different approach. New Generation thinker and Tudor historian Jonathan Healey reports from the new Mary Rose Museum. Naomi Paxton and Fern Riddell discuss the Actresses' Franchise League and the plays they wrote to support the cause of Women's Suffrage.Anne McElvoy talks to Debra Craine about British choreographer Akram Khan’s new work, iTMOi or In the Mind of Igor, which takes inspiration from Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring. Environmentalist George Monbiot's new book Feral argues for a "rewilding"...Anne McElvoy talks to Debra Craine about British choreographer Akram Khan’s new work, iTMOi or In the Mind of Igor, which takes inspiration from Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring. Environmentalist George Monbiot's new book Feral argues for a "rewilding" of Britain, and a reintroduction of beavers, boars and controversially, wolves. Former Director of the National Trust Dame Fiona Reynolds has a totally different approach. New Generation thinker and Tudor historian Jonathan Healey reports from the new Mary Rose Museum. Naomi Paxton and Fern Riddell discuss the Actresses' Franchise League and the plays they wrote to support the cause of Women's Suffrage.Fri, 31 May 2013 10:16:00 +010044:55http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130531-1016.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130531-1016a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd reviews the UK premiere of David Mamet's controversial play Race and discusses its impact and arguments with Susannah Clapp and Kit Davies. Nate Silver is the star statistician who accurately predicted the results of every state in the 2012 US election and tells Philip that every child should study statistics. RB Kitaj talks about his new show at the British Museum. And Philip and guests discuss the moral implications of giving and being grateful.Philip Dodd reviews the UK premiere of David Mamet's controversial play Race and discusses its impact and arguments with Susannah Clapp and Kit Davies. Nate Silver is the star statistician who accurately predicted the results of every state in the...Philip Dodd reviews the UK premiere of David Mamet's controversial play Race and discusses its impact and arguments with Susannah Clapp and Kit Davies. Nate Silver is the star statistician who accurately predicted the results of every state in the 2012 US election and tells Philip that every child should study statistics. RB Kitaj talks about his new show at the British Museum. And Philip and guests discuss the moral implications of giving and being grateful.Thu, 30 May 2013 14:17:00 +010046:00http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130530-1417.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130530-1417b.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy discusses ethics and the law after several politicians have complained recently about tax avoidance by big companies. To discuss are Geoffrey Robertson QC, Mark Littlewood and Angie Hobbs. Australian writer Andrew Upton talks about his sometimes controversial adaptations of classic Russian plays and explains to Anne why he inserted an egg fight into his recent production of Maxim Gorky's Children of the Sun. And writer Philip Hoare explores his fascination and fear of the sea when he talks to Anne about his new book; "The Sea Inside".Anne McElvoy discusses ethics and the law after several politicians have complained recently about tax avoidance by big companies. To discuss are Geoffrey Robertson QC, Mark Littlewood and Angie Hobbs. Australian writer Andrew Upton talks about his...Anne McElvoy discusses ethics and the law after several politicians have complained recently about tax avoidance by big companies. To discuss are Geoffrey Robertson QC, Mark Littlewood and Angie Hobbs. Australian writer Andrew Upton talks about his sometimes controversial adaptations of classic Russian plays and explains to Anne why he inserted an egg fight into his recent production of Maxim Gorky's Children of the Sun. And writer Philip Hoare explores his fascination and fear of the sea when he talks to Anne about his new book; "The Sea Inside".Wed, 29 May 2013 10:30:00 +010044:07http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130529-1030.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130529-1030a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet examines our current and past attitudes to childhood and asks whether nurturing children is something that we should deregulate or attempt to reform. He’s joined by Jay Griffiths, author of Kith - in which she argues that children in Brazilian rain forests are happier than those in Western cities, Hugh Cunningham, historian and author of the Invention of Childhood, sociologist Frank Furedi, who coined the phrase paranoid parenting, Gabriel Gbadamosi, Irish-Nigerian poet, playwright and Carnegie medal winner Meg Rosoff who writes fiction for children and young adults.Matthew Sweet examines our current and past attitudes to childhood and asks whether nurturing children is something that we should deregulate or attempt to reform. He’s joined by Jay Griffiths, author of Kith - in which she argues that children in...Matthew Sweet examines our current and past attitudes to childhood and asks whether nurturing children is something that we should deregulate or attempt to reform. He’s joined by Jay Griffiths, author of Kith - in which she argues that children in Brazilian rain forests are happier than those in Western cities, Hugh Cunningham, historian and author of the Invention of Childhood, sociologist Frank Furedi, who coined the phrase paranoid parenting, Gabriel Gbadamosi, Irish-Nigerian poet, playwright and Carnegie medal winner Meg Rosoff who writes fiction for children and young adults.Mon, 27 May 2013 23:00:00 +010044:34http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130527-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130527-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3With Anne McElvoy. It is of course 200 years this week since the birth of the composer who perhaps excites more strong opinions about his life and work than any other. Professor Paul Rose, Barry Emslie and Dr Barbara Eichner discuss Wagner and antisemitism. What about Prague as a capital of the 20th century? Defending this thought is Derek Sayer and discussing it with him is Andrew Lass and Dr Rajendra Chitnis. And Anne speaks to Michael Landy about his new exhibition at the National Gallery, Saints Alive.With Anne McElvoy. It is of course 200 years this week since the birth of the composer who perhaps excites more strong opinions about his life and work than any other. Professor Paul Rose, Barry Emslie and Dr Barbara Eichner discuss Wagner and...With Anne McElvoy. It is of course 200 years this week since the birth of the composer who perhaps excites more strong opinions about his life and work than any other. Professor Paul Rose, Barry Emslie and Dr Barbara Eichner discuss Wagner and antisemitism. What about Prague as a capital of the 20th century? Defending this thought is Derek Sayer and discussing it with him is Andrew Lass and Dr Rajendra Chitnis. And Anne speaks to Michael Landy about his new exhibition at the National Gallery, Saints Alive.Fri, 24 May 2013 10:48:00 +010045:30http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130524-1048.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130524-1048a.mp3BBC Radio 3Former physician and best-selling author, Khaled Hosseini talks to Rana Mitter about his latest novel - And the Mountains Echoed - his charity relief work in Afghanistan, and his thoughts on writing a sympathetic Taliban character. As the Man Booker International Prize is announced, Night Waves is first to speak to the winner and discuss the body of their work. What is the way forward for psychiatry? Rana is joined by Lucy Johnstone, Tom Burns and Matthew Smith to discuss. And a first night review by Susannah Clapp of the winner of this year's Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Digraced.Former physician and best-selling author, Khaled Hosseini talks to Rana Mitter about his latest novel - And the Mountains Echoed - his charity relief work in Afghanistan, and his thoughts on writing a sympathetic Taliban character. As the Man Booker...Former physician and best-selling author, Khaled Hosseini talks to Rana Mitter about his latest novel - And the Mountains Echoed - his charity relief work in Afghanistan, and his thoughts on writing a sympathetic Taliban character. As the Man Booker International Prize is announced, Night Waves is first to speak to the winner and discuss the body of their work. What is the way forward for psychiatry? Rana is joined by Lucy Johnstone, Tom Burns and Matthew Smith to discuss. And a first night review by Susannah Clapp of the winner of this year's Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Digraced.Thu, 23 May 2013 12:25:00 +010044:44http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130523-1225.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130523-1225a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to the American writer, James Salter...although writer seems rather an inadequate description. He's been a fighter pilot, a rock climber and a film maker as well sitting at a desk staring at a blank page. His memoir Burning the Days came out in the UK in 1997 to huge acclaim and he's published some short stories since then as well but now, after a gap of 34 years, there's a brand new novel - All That Is. Matthew Sweet talks to him about the thrill of flying, women, grief and the consolations of fiction.Matthew Sweet talks to the American writer, James Salter...although writer seems rather an inadequate description. He's been a fighter pilot, a rock climber and a film maker as well sitting at a desk staring at a blank page. His memoir Burning the...Matthew Sweet talks to the American writer, James Salter...although writer seems rather an inadequate description. He's been a fighter pilot, a rock climber and a film maker as well sitting at a desk staring at a blank page. His memoir Burning the Days came out in the UK in 1997 to huge acclaim and he's published some short stories since then as well but now, after a gap of 34 years, there's a brand new novel - All That Is. Matthew Sweet talks to him about the thrill of flying, women, grief and the consolations of fiction.Wed, 22 May 2013 11:27:00 +010044:23http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130522-1127.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130522-1127a.mp3BBC Radio 3Samira Ahmed talks with Lee Smolin, a controversial and prominent figure in the field of theoretical physics, about the search for a new kind of theory that can be applied to the whole universe challenging the way we experience time. Is Italy a Mafia republic? Acclaimed Mafia historian John Dickie, political journalist Annalisa Piras and author Clare Longrigg discuss. Samuel Beckett's 'Not I' premiered 40 years ago. To mark the anniversary the Royal Court theatre is staging the piece again, performed by Lisa Dwan. Lisa and Derval Tubridy, join Samira. Challenges to our concept of the physical world abound with recent news in technological advances. Philosopher Julian Baggini reflects on conceiving the inconceivable.Samira Ahmed talks with Lee Smolin, a controversial and prominent figure in the field of theoretical physics, about the search for a new kind of theory that can be applied to the whole universe challenging the way we experience time. Is Italy a Mafia...Samira Ahmed talks with Lee Smolin, a controversial and prominent figure in the field of theoretical physics, about the search for a new kind of theory that can be applied to the whole universe challenging the way we experience time. Is Italy a Mafia republic? Acclaimed Mafia historian John Dickie, political journalist Annalisa Piras and author Clare Longrigg discuss. Samuel Beckett's 'Not I' premiered 40 years ago. To mark the anniversary the Royal Court theatre is staging the piece again, performed by Lisa Dwan. Lisa and Derval Tubridy, join Samira. Challenges to our concept of the physical world abound with recent news in technological advances. Philosopher Julian Baggini reflects on conceiving the inconceivable.Tue, 21 May 2013 14:19:00 +010045:38http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130521-1419.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130521-1419a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy examines the political legacy of Edmund Burke with Conservative MP Jesse Norman, who is keen to point out differences between Burke's more communitarian conservatism and the liberal individualism espoused by some people who describe themselves as conservatives today. Exploring a new exhibition on propaganda and power at the British Library are Eliane Glaser, author of Get Real: How To Tell It Like It Is In A World Of Illusion and Matthew McGregor, Political Director of Blue State Digital who was involved in the 2012 Obama election campaign. Sean Holmes, artistic director of the Lyric Theatre, the actor Adjoa Andoh and Geoff Colman, Head of Acting at Central School of Speech and Drama discuss the future of acting.Anne McElvoy examines the political legacy of Edmund Burke with Conservative MP Jesse Norman, who is keen to point out differences between Burke's more communitarian conservatism and the liberal individualism espoused by some people who describe...Anne McElvoy examines the political legacy of Edmund Burke with Conservative MP Jesse Norman, who is keen to point out differences between Burke's more communitarian conservatism and the liberal individualism espoused by some people who describe themselves as conservatives today. Exploring a new exhibition on propaganda and power at the British Library are Eliane Glaser, author of Get Real: How To Tell It Like It Is In A World Of Illusion and Matthew McGregor, Political Director of Blue State Digital who was involved in the 2012 Obama election campaign. Sean Holmes, artistic director of the Lyric Theatre, the actor Adjoa Andoh and Geoff Colman, Head of Acting at Central School of Speech and Drama discuss the future of acting.Fri, 17 May 2013 10:12:00 +010044:44http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130517-1012.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130517-1012b.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to Peter Brook. The theatre director has had a lifelong relationship with Shakespeare which he has explored in his productions of plays including A Midsummer Night's Dream, King Lear and Hamlet starring actors such as Laurence Olivier, John Gielgud and Paul Scofield. He discusses his new book of essays reflecting on the playwright, The Quality of Mercy.Matthew Sweet talks to Peter Brook. The theatre director has had a lifelong relationship with Shakespeare which he has explored in his productions of plays including A Midsummer Night's Dream, King Lear and Hamlet starring actors such as Laurence...Matthew Sweet talks to Peter Brook. The theatre director has had a lifelong relationship with Shakespeare which he has explored in his productions of plays including A Midsummer Night's Dream, King Lear and Hamlet starring actors such as Laurence Olivier, John Gielgud and Paul Scofield. He discusses his new book of essays reflecting on the playwright, The Quality of Mercy.Wed, 15 May 2013 23:00:00 +010043:12http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130515-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130515-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3With Samira Ahmed. Sarah Churchwell and Kevin Jackson discuss the Great Gatsby as a new film, directed by Baz Luhrmann is released. Samira talks to the Indian architect Charles Correa about how he attempts to marry modernism with concern for local meaning in his work. And Samira is joined by historian and blogger Tim Stanley, the historian of Communism Robert Service, and the leader of the Green Party Natalie Bennett to discuss political movements.With Samira Ahmed. Sarah Churchwell and Kevin Jackson discuss the Great Gatsby as a new film, directed by Baz Luhrmann is released. Samira talks to the Indian architect Charles Correa about how he attempts to marry modernism with concern for local...With Samira Ahmed. Sarah Churchwell and Kevin Jackson discuss the Great Gatsby as a new film, directed by Baz Luhrmann is released. Samira talks to the Indian architect Charles Correa about how he attempts to marry modernism with concern for local meaning in his work. And Samira is joined by historian and blogger Tim Stanley, the historian of Communism Robert Service, and the leader of the Green Party Natalie Bennett to discuss political movements.Wed, 15 May 2013 12:01:00 +010045:00http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130515-1201.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130515-1201b.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet visits Tate Britain’s unveiling of a comprehensive new vision of its permanent collection. Thematic presentation gives way to strict chronology. Susannah Clapp gives a first night review of Public Enemy, a new production of Ibsen's play about corruption and the nature of the public good. New research has revealed only a very small percentage of the population has made plans for the end of their lives. Matthew and guests discuss the idea of the good death. F R Leavis’ spirit has been summoned to the discussion table in the recent wranglings about what should be taught to children in schools. David Ellis, who studied with, and the novelist Margaret Drabble discuss his influence and reputation.Matthew Sweet visits Tate Britain’s unveiling of a comprehensive new vision of its permanent collection. Thematic presentation gives way to strict chronology. Susannah Clapp gives a first night review of Public Enemy, a new production of Ibsen's play...Matthew Sweet visits Tate Britain’s unveiling of a comprehensive new vision of its permanent collection. Thematic presentation gives way to strict chronology. Susannah Clapp gives a first night review of Public Enemy, a new production of Ibsen's play about corruption and the nature of the public good. New research has revealed only a very small percentage of the population has made plans for the end of their lives. Matthew and guests discuss the idea of the good death. F R Leavis’ spirit has been summoned to the discussion table in the recent wranglings about what should be taught to children in schools. David Ellis, who studied with, and the novelist Margaret Drabble discuss his influence and reputation.Tue, 14 May 2013 14:08:00 +010045:59http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130514-1408.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130514-1408c.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy applies herself to the crisis of modern banking, the plight of buildings in Moscow and a masterpiece of British theatre. She talks to Simon Russell Beale and John Simm about the latter, Pinter's early tragicomdedy, The Hothouse, before sharing notes on bankers with the academic economist, Anat Admati and then enlisting the views of the conservationist, Clem Cecil about the Melnikov House - one of the jewels in Russia's modernist crown. She’s also joined by Karen Leeder and Catherine Merridale to discuss the power that Hitler and Stalin still exert over writers in Germany and Russia.Anne McElvoy applies herself to the crisis of modern banking, the plight of buildings in Moscow and a masterpiece of British theatre. She talks to Simon Russell Beale and John Simm about the latter, Pinter's early tragicomdedy, The Hothouse, before...Anne McElvoy applies herself to the crisis of modern banking, the plight of buildings in Moscow and a masterpiece of British theatre. She talks to Simon Russell Beale and John Simm about the latter, Pinter's early tragicomdedy, The Hothouse, before sharing notes on bankers with the academic economist, Anat Admati and then enlisting the views of the conservationist, Clem Cecil about the Melnikov House - one of the jewels in Russia's modernist crown. She’s also joined by Karen Leeder and Catherine Merridale to discuss the power that Hitler and Stalin still exert over writers in Germany and Russia.Fri, 10 May 2013 10:32:00 +010045:05http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130510-1032.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130510-1032a.mp3BBC Radio 3The Mark Rothko Arts Centre has opened its doors for the first time and some of his paintings return to his birthplace in Daugavpils, Latvia. Philip Dodd journeys there to speak to curator, for whom the project has been a labour of love, and Rothko's children about their father's memories of the city. John Beddington is the former chief scientific advisor to the government. He’s represented the interests of the scientific community to Whitehall during an era of massive cutbacks in public spending. He talks to Philip about what role scientists play in the big decisions of public life?The Mark Rothko Arts Centre has opened its doors for the first time and some of his paintings return to his birthplace in Daugavpils, Latvia. Philip Dodd journeys there to speak to curator, for whom the project has been a labour of love, and Rothko's...The Mark Rothko Arts Centre has opened its doors for the first time and some of his paintings return to his birthplace in Daugavpils, Latvia. Philip Dodd journeys there to speak to curator, for whom the project has been a labour of love, and Rothko's children about their father's memories of the city. John Beddington is the former chief scientific advisor to the government. He’s represented the interests of the scientific community to Whitehall during an era of massive cutbacks in public spending. He talks to Philip about what role scientists play in the big decisions of public life?Thu, 09 May 2013 10:39:00 +010043:38http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130509-1039.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130509-1039b.mp3BBC Radio 3Rana Mitter talks to the playwright Peter Nichols as his 1981 Passion Play opens again in the West End with Zoe Wanamaker as the betrayed wife Eleanor. In his latest book Strictly Bipolar, psychoanalyst Darian Leader looks at the cultural setting for bipolar disorder, and suggests a new way of making sense of the condition. And the architect Sunand Prasad and critic Rowan Moore discuss meaning in architecture and the role of the audience - or the public as we call them when discussing buildings rather than plays - in creating that meaning.Rana Mitter talks to the playwright Peter Nichols as his 1981 Passion Play opens again in the West End with Zoe Wanamaker as the betrayed wife Eleanor. In his latest book Strictly Bipolar, psychoanalyst Darian Leader looks at the cultural setting for...Rana Mitter talks to the playwright Peter Nichols as his 1981 Passion Play opens again in the West End with Zoe Wanamaker as the betrayed wife Eleanor. In his latest book Strictly Bipolar, psychoanalyst Darian Leader looks at the cultural setting for bipolar disorder, and suggests a new way of making sense of the condition. And the architect Sunand Prasad and critic Rowan Moore discuss meaning in architecture and the role of the audience - or the public as we call them when discussing buildings rather than plays - in creating that meaning.Wed, 08 May 2013 10:41:00 +010045:07http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130508-1041.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130508-1041a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to actor, writer and international screen star Terence Stamp as a season of his films re-examines his career at London's British Film Institute.Matthew Sweet talks to actor, writer and international screen star Terence Stamp as a season of his films re-examines his career at London's British Film Institute....Matthew Sweet talks to actor, writer and international screen star Terence Stamp as a season of his films re-examines his career at London's British Film Institute.Tue, 07 May 2013 11:33:00 +010042:56http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130507-1133.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130507-1133c.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy hosts a special edition looking at the state of warfare in the modern world. Today Western nations find themselves in conflicts with enemy networks, rather than enemy nations, the technology of war has developed to using unmanned aerial vehicles, and our increasing reliance on the internet raises the spectre cyber warfare. Do these developments mean we've entered a new era for warfare? What do they mean for the ethics of conflict in the modern world?Anne McElvoy hosts a special edition looking at the state of warfare in the modern world. Today Western nations find themselves in conflicts with enemy networks, rather than enemy nations, the technology of war has developed to using unmanned aerial...Anne McElvoy hosts a special edition looking at the state of warfare in the modern world. Today Western nations find themselves in conflicts with enemy networks, rather than enemy nations, the technology of war has developed to using unmanned aerial vehicles, and our increasing reliance on the internet raises the spectre cyber warfare. Do these developments mean we've entered a new era for warfare? What do they mean for the ethics of conflict in the modern world?Thu, 02 May 2013 13:24:00 +010045:05http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130502-1324.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130502-1324a.mp3BBC Radio 350 years since 'Billy Liar' was released Samira Ahmed talks to one of the film’s stars, Helen Fraser, and film historian Melanie Williams to discuss its role in British cinema. When it comes to success and leadership, are those who are extroverted given an unfair advantage? Susan Cain, who argues the power of the introvert is undervalued, Julia Hobsbawm, the business woman dubbed the "Queen of Networking", and the cultural historian Henry Hitchings discuss. Sarah Kent talks about the artist Ellen Gallagher’s new exhibition, AxMe. And Michael Burleigh argues the collapse of colonial empires after World War II led to countless vicious power struggles and that the consequences of distant wars are still with us.50 years since 'Billy Liar' was released Samira Ahmed talks to one of the film’s stars, Helen Fraser, and film historian Melanie Williams to discuss its role in British cinema. When it comes to success and leadership, are those who are extroverted...50 years since 'Billy Liar' was released Samira Ahmed talks to one of the film’s stars, Helen Fraser, and film historian Melanie Williams to discuss its role in British cinema. When it comes to success and leadership, are those who are extroverted given an unfair advantage? Susan Cain, who argues the power of the introvert is undervalued, Julia Hobsbawm, the business woman dubbed the "Queen of Networking", and the cultural historian Henry Hitchings discuss. Sarah Kent talks about the artist Ellen Gallagher’s new exhibition, AxMe. And Michael Burleigh argues the collapse of colonial empires after World War II led to countless vicious power struggles and that the consequences of distant wars are still with us.Thu, 02 May 2013 12:45:00 +010045:48http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130502-1245.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130502-1245a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd talks to film and television producer Tony Garnett about his career including his early BBC work with Ken Loach, the traumatic death of his parents. Margaret Mead was a famous anthropologist who fought for a seat at the table of international relations for her discipline. Discussing her legacy and the shifting status of anthropology are Peter Mandler, author of a new book about her, and the anthropologist Kit Davies. In his latest book Steve Jones asks how the Bible fares as a scientific textbook. He joins Philip to discuss the science of culture and the culture of science.Philip Dodd talks to film and television producer Tony Garnett about his career including his early BBC work with Ken Loach, the traumatic death of his parents. Margaret Mead was a famous anthropologist who fought for a seat at the table of...Philip Dodd talks to film and television producer Tony Garnett about his career including his early BBC work with Ken Loach, the traumatic death of his parents. Margaret Mead was a famous anthropologist who fought for a seat at the table of international relations for her discipline. Discussing her legacy and the shifting status of anthropology are Peter Mandler, author of a new book about her, and the anthropologist Kit Davies. In his latest book Steve Jones asks how the Bible fares as a scientific textbook. He joins Philip to discuss the science of culture and the culture of science.Wed, 01 May 2013 10:11:00 +010045:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130501-1011.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130501-1011a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet is on stage at the Theatre Royal Stratford East for a post-performance discussion of The Octoroon, by Dion Boucicault, which can be heard on Sunday 5 May 2013 on Drama on 3. To discuss the enduring appeal and legacy of the play, Matthew Sweet is joined by playwright Mark Ravenhill, who adapted the play for Radio 3; the cultural commentator Kit Davis; the Victorian theatre expert Anne Varty; and two of the cast members, Amaka Okafor and Golden Globe nominee Toby Jones. As the play’s attitudes reflect the time in which it is set, this edition contains some language now regarded as racist.Matthew Sweet is on stage at the Theatre Royal Stratford East for a post-performance discussion of The Octoroon, by Dion Boucicault, which can be heard on Sunday 5 May 2013 on Drama on 3. To discuss the enduring appeal and legacy of the play,...Matthew Sweet is on stage at the Theatre Royal Stratford East for a post-performance discussion of The Octoroon, by Dion Boucicault, which can be heard on Sunday 5 May 2013 on Drama on 3. To discuss the enduring appeal and legacy of the play, Matthew Sweet is joined by playwright Mark Ravenhill, who adapted the play for Radio 3; the cultural commentator Kit Davis; the Victorian theatre expert Anne Varty; and two of the cast members, Amaka Okafor and Golden Globe nominee Toby Jones. As the play’s attitudes reflect the time in which it is set, this edition contains some language now regarded as racist.Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:08:00 +010044:31http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130430-1108.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130430-1108b.mp3BBC Radio 3Simon Schama joins Anne McElvoy to discuss his foray into literature, and the controversy it caused amongst historians. As a new series starts on BBC 2 looking at American Primetime TV, Simon Schama, Alan Yentob and American TV Executive Caryn Mandabach discuss how popular American TV series have reflected American social history. Kamila Shamsie, reflects on Intizar Husain and his masterpiece, Basti, a vivid fictional account of Pakistan from partition to the present that has made its author one of the frontrunners for this year's Man Booker International Prize. David Darcy reviews a musical about the life of Imelda Marcos written by the musician and artist David Byrne.Simon Schama joins Anne McElvoy to discuss his foray into literature, and the controversy it caused amongst historians. As a new series starts on BBC 2 looking at American Primetime TV, Simon Schama, Alan Yentob and American TV Executive Caryn...Simon Schama joins Anne McElvoy to discuss his foray into literature, and the controversy it caused amongst historians. As a new series starts on BBC 2 looking at American Primetime TV, Simon Schama, Alan Yentob and American TV Executive Caryn Mandabach discuss how popular American TV series have reflected American social history. Kamila Shamsie, reflects on Intizar Husain and his masterpiece, Basti, a vivid fictional account of Pakistan from partition to the present that has made its author one of the frontrunners for this year's Man Booker International Prize. David Darcy reviews a musical about the life of Imelda Marcos written by the musician and artist David Byrne.Fri, 26 Apr 2013 10:58:00 +010045:38http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130426-1058.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130426-1058a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd, Jesse Norman MP, Lord Maurice Glasman, the author Paul Kingsnorth, theatre director Lisa Goldman, Dr Joanne Parker of the English Department of Exeter University and the broadcaster and historian Michael Wood discuss the enigma of Englishness and its uses as an identity.Philip Dodd, Jesse Norman MP, Lord Maurice Glasman, the author Paul Kingsnorth, theatre director Lisa Goldman, Dr Joanne Parker of the English Department of Exeter University and the broadcaster and historian Michael Wood discuss the enigma of...Philip Dodd, Jesse Norman MP, Lord Maurice Glasman, the author Paul Kingsnorth, theatre director Lisa Goldman, Dr Joanne Parker of the English Department of Exeter University and the broadcaster and historian Michael Wood discuss the enigma of Englishness and its uses as an identity.Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:19:00 +010045:02http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130425-1219.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130425-1219a.mp3BBC Radio 3Rana Mitter talks to Susannah Clapp with the first review of the National Theatre's production of 'Othello', starring Adrian Lester as the Moor. According to David Boyle's new book, 'Broke', something is killing off the middle classes and to discuss this are Selina Todd and Mark Littlewood. The literary biographer Richard Holmes has taken to the air in his latest book - a history of ballooning and its pioneers. And, as "Who's the Pest?" brings a season of insect inspired events to the Wellcome Collection in London, Rana is joined by Mark Moffett, and Erica McAlister to discuss the hidden virtues of insects.Rana Mitter talks to Susannah Clapp with the first review of the National Theatre's production of 'Othello', starring Adrian Lester as the Moor. According to David Boyle's new book, 'Broke', something is killing off the middle classes and to discuss...Rana Mitter talks to Susannah Clapp with the first review of the National Theatre's production of 'Othello', starring Adrian Lester as the Moor. According to David Boyle's new book, 'Broke', something is killing off the middle classes and to discuss this are Selina Todd and Mark Littlewood. The literary biographer Richard Holmes has taken to the air in his latest book - a history of ballooning and its pioneers. And, as "Who's the Pest?" brings a season of insect inspired events to the Wellcome Collection in London, Rana is joined by Mark Moffett, and Erica McAlister to discuss the hidden virtues of insects.Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:29:00 +010046:09http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130424-1129.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130424-1129a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet is leading an elite party of literary explorers - Linda Grant, Aminatta Forna, Naomi Alderman and Tim Stanley on an expedition to find "the common reader" -- being stalked by Woolf in the 20th Century and by Johnson in the 18th. Both believed that the common reader "uncorrupted with literary prejudices" was the final arbiter of "poetical honours" so it's a quest that's clearly still relevant today. The question is what does a common reader look like in our digital age? What are they reading? Where? And how?Matthew Sweet is leading an elite party of literary explorers - Linda Grant, Aminatta Forna, Naomi Alderman and Tim Stanley on an expedition to find "the common reader" -- being stalked by Woolf in the 20th Century and by Johnson in the 18th. Both...Matthew Sweet is leading an elite party of literary explorers - Linda Grant, Aminatta Forna, Naomi Alderman and Tim Stanley on an expedition to find "the common reader" -- being stalked by Woolf in the 20th Century and by Johnson in the 18th. Both believed that the common reader "uncorrupted with literary prejudices" was the final arbiter of "poetical honours" so it's a quest that's clearly still relevant today. The question is what does a common reader look like in our digital age? What are they reading? Where? And how?Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:37:00 +010045:16http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130423-1037.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130423-1037a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy and Susannah Clapp review the west-end play Doktor Glas, starring Krister Henricksson, best known in the UK for his role as Kurt Wallander. Sheryl Sandberg the chief operating officer of Facebook talks about her new book, Lean In, describing how women unintentionally hold themselves back in their careers and encourages women to sit at the table and pursue their goals. Saloua Raouda Choucair has her first international exhibition at Tate Modern. Richard Cork and Karl Sharro assess her work and examine how she fits within 20th century art history. Thane Rosenbaum and Salil Tripathi discuss revenge and justice.Anne McElvoy and Susannah Clapp review the west-end play Doktor Glas, starring Krister Henricksson, best known in the UK for his role as Kurt Wallander. Sheryl Sandberg the chief operating officer of Facebook talks about her new book, Lean In,...Anne McElvoy and Susannah Clapp review the west-end play Doktor Glas, starring Krister Henricksson, best known in the UK for his role as Kurt Wallander. Sheryl Sandberg the chief operating officer of Facebook talks about her new book, Lean In, describing how women unintentionally hold themselves back in their careers and encourages women to sit at the table and pursue their goals. Saloua Raouda Choucair has her first international exhibition at Tate Modern. Richard Cork and Karl Sharro assess her work and examine how she fits within 20th century art history. Thane Rosenbaum and Salil Tripathi discuss revenge and justice.Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:56:00 +010046:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130419-1556.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130419-1556b.mp3BBC Radio 3Rana Mitter discusses the allure of the missing work of art with the writer Rick Gekoski. Are some works of art more interesting in their absence? New Generation thinkers Corin Throsby and Laurence Scott propose the idea that crowd-funding and social media are changing the relationship of artists and their audiences. Rana talks to the playwright Tanika Gupta about her new play for the RSC, The Empress, opening at the Swan in Stratford. And Ian Macmillan and Julia Jordan discuss the films of the experimental writer BC Johnson who would have been eighty this year.Rana Mitter discusses the allure of the missing work of art with the writer Rick Gekoski. Are some works of art more interesting in their absence? New Generation thinkers Corin Throsby and Laurence Scott propose the idea that crowd-funding and social...Rana Mitter discusses the allure of the missing work of art with the writer Rick Gekoski. Are some works of art more interesting in their absence? New Generation thinkers Corin Throsby and Laurence Scott propose the idea that crowd-funding and social media are changing the relationship of artists and their audiences. Rana talks to the playwright Tanika Gupta about her new play for the RSC, The Empress, opening at the Swan in Stratford. And Ian Macmillan and Julia Jordan discuss the films of the experimental writer BC Johnson who would have been eighty this year.Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:03:00 +010044:48http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130418-1303.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130418-1303b.mp3BBC Radio 3Howard Brenton discusses his new play The Arrest of Ai Wei Wei with Philip Dodd. Are the BRICS countries set to challenge the World Bank, and realise a power shift from the West and Northern hemispheres to the East and South? Philip discusses with Oscar Guardiola Rivera, Andrew Chesnut and Robert Guest. New Generation thinker Jonathan Healey explains how land reforms brought in by Napoleon in Spring 1813 heralded a profound social change that still affects us today. And a review of Gus Van Sant's latest film Promised Land by Lionel Shriver.Howard Brenton discusses his new play The Arrest of Ai Wei Wei with Philip Dodd. Are the BRICS countries set to challenge the World Bank, and realise a power shift from the West and Northern hemispheres to the East and South? Philip discusses with...Howard Brenton discusses his new play The Arrest of Ai Wei Wei with Philip Dodd. Are the BRICS countries set to challenge the World Bank, and realise a power shift from the West and Northern hemispheres to the East and South? Philip discusses with Oscar Guardiola Rivera, Andrew Chesnut and Robert Guest. New Generation thinker Jonathan Healey explains how land reforms brought in by Napoleon in Spring 1813 heralded a profound social change that still affects us today. And a review of Gus Van Sant's latest film Promised Land by Lionel Shriver.Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:32:00 +010046:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130417-1032.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130417-1032a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet asks historian Charles Glass, author of a new book on deserters in World War Two, whether desertion is an act of sanity, and not - as some armed forces have tended to believe - a symptom of mental illness. He also talks to Ben Griffin of the organisation Veterans for Peace, who represents soldiers in current conflicts who seek a way out. Hermione Lee discusses the letters novelist Willa Cather didn't want you to read, and Sandra Hebron and Mary Wild review Pasolini's controversial film Theorem.Matthew Sweet asks historian Charles Glass, author of a new book on deserters in World War Two, whether desertion is an act of sanity, and not - as some armed forces have tended to believe - a symptom of mental illness. He also talks to Ben Griffin of...Matthew Sweet asks historian Charles Glass, author of a new book on deserters in World War Two, whether desertion is an act of sanity, and not - as some armed forces have tended to believe - a symptom of mental illness. He also talks to Ben Griffin of the organisation Veterans for Peace, who represents soldiers in current conflicts who seek a way out. Hermione Lee discusses the letters novelist Willa Cather didn't want you to read, and Sandra Hebron and Mary Wild review Pasolini's controversial film Theorem.Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:49:00 +010045:30http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130416-1749.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130416-1749a.mp3BBC Radio 3Since her death on the 8th April, Baroness Thatcher has been lauded as the greatest peace-time Prime Minister of the 20th century, but also criticised as the most divisive politician of a generation. With such a wide range of views, how can we make sense of the 'Iron Lady'? Samira Ahmed is joined by historians Dominic Sandbrook and Selina Todd, economist Mark Littlewood, writers Peter Hitchens and Will Self, Classicist Edith Hall, and politician and veteran of the Thatcher Government Edwina Currie.Since her death on the 8th April, Baroness Thatcher has been lauded as the greatest peace-time Prime Minister of the 20th century, but also criticised as the most divisive politician of a generation. With such a wide range of views, how can we make...Since her death on the 8th April, Baroness Thatcher has been lauded as the greatest peace-time Prime Minister of the 20th century, but also criticised as the most divisive politician of a generation. With such a wide range of views, how can we make sense of the 'Iron Lady'? Samira Ahmed is joined by historians Dominic Sandbrook and Selina Todd, economist Mark Littlewood, writers Peter Hitchens and Will Self, Classicist Edith Hall, and politician and veteran of the Thatcher Government Edwina Currie.Fri, 12 Apr 2013 10:48:00 +010045:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130412-1048.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130412-1048a.mp3BBC Radio 3Samira Ahmed talks to American film director Oliver Stone about his documentary miniseries which uses new archive material and little known documents to explore an unconventional account of events that took place during the twentieth century that have shaped America's history. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie discusses her new novel Americanah. As the British Library expands its archiving power by storing every UK Website, plus public tweets and Facebook entries, we ask what lies behind our need to collect everything with AS Byatt and Jane Humphries. And Samira talks to the Estonian composer Eugene Birman about his new cantata Nostra Culpa.Samira Ahmed talks to American film director Oliver Stone about his documentary miniseries which uses new archive material and little known documents to explore an unconventional account of events that took place during the twentieth century that have...Samira Ahmed talks to American film director Oliver Stone about his documentary miniseries which uses new archive material and little known documents to explore an unconventional account of events that took place during the twentieth century that have shaped America's history. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie discusses her new novel Americanah. As the British Library expands its archiving power by storing every UK Website, plus public tweets and Facebook entries, we ask what lies behind our need to collect everything with AS Byatt and Jane Humphries. And Samira talks to the Estonian composer Eugene Birman about his new cantata Nostra Culpa.Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:19:00 +010045:34http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130411-1319.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130411-1319a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet visits Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum, home to Rembrandt's The Night Watch, which reopens to the public this month, following a decade of restoration.Matthew Sweet visits Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum, home to Rembrandt's The Night Watch, which reopens to the public this month, following a decade of restoration....Matthew Sweet visits Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum, home to Rembrandt's The Night Watch, which reopens to the public this month, following a decade of restoration.Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:00:00 +010044:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130410-1100.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130410-1100a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd explores one of the classics of social history, The Making of the English Working Class by E P Thompson. Ground breaking and passionately engaged it changed the way we thought about the Industrial Revolution and the men, women and children whose hard labour drove it. Even fifty years after its publication modern historians are in dialogue with the book --arguing with its thesis, qualifying its messages and, in the case of the very bold, claiming to have improved on it. To discuss its status as a landmark of our culture Philip is joined by Maurice Glassman, the political theoretician and erstwhile guru of Ed Miliband's Labour and the historians, Alison Light, Miles Taylor and Emma Griffin.Philip Dodd explores one of the classics of social history, The Making of the English Working Class by E P Thompson. Ground breaking and passionately engaged it changed the way we thought about the Industrial Revolution and the men, women and children...Philip Dodd explores one of the classics of social history, The Making of the English Working Class by E P Thompson. Ground breaking and passionately engaged it changed the way we thought about the Industrial Revolution and the men, women and children whose hard labour drove it. Even fifty years after its publication modern historians are in dialogue with the book --arguing with its thesis, qualifying its messages and, in the case of the very bold, claiming to have improved on it. To discuss its status as a landmark of our culture Philip is joined by Maurice Glassman, the political theoretician and erstwhile guru of Ed Miliband's Labour and the historians, Alison Light, Miles Taylor and Emma Griffin.Tue, 09 Apr 2013 13:45:00 +010044:09http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130409-1345.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130409-1345a.mp3BBC Radio 3Church Historian Diarmaid Macculloch joins Anne McElvoy to discuss the role that silence has played in the development of Christianity. David Dewing, director of The Geffrye Museum, argues that the museum sector neglects a focus on the middle classes; historian Selina Todd joins him to debate this idea. Actor Edward Petheridge and gerontologist Raymond Tallis discuss the neurological impact of the two strokes Petheridge suffered whilst rehearsing for the role of King Lear, which is the subject of a new play My Perfect Mind. And film critic Ian Christie remembers the novelist and screenwriter Ruth Prawer Jhabvala.Church Historian Diarmaid Macculloch joins Anne McElvoy to discuss the role that silence has played in the development of Christianity. David Dewing, director of The Geffrye Museum, argues that the museum sector neglects a focus on the middle classes;...Church Historian Diarmaid Macculloch joins Anne McElvoy to discuss the role that silence has played in the development of Christianity. David Dewing, director of The Geffrye Museum, argues that the museum sector neglects a focus on the middle classes; historian Selina Todd joins him to debate this idea. Actor Edward Petheridge and gerontologist Raymond Tallis discuss the neurological impact of the two strokes Petheridge suffered whilst rehearsing for the role of King Lear, which is the subject of a new play My Perfect Mind. And film critic Ian Christie remembers the novelist and screenwriter Ruth Prawer Jhabvala.Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:17:00 +010046:47http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130405-1517.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130405-1517a.mp3BBC Radio 3Is nostalgia for an idea of the NHS is inhibiting clear-eyed debate? Samira Ahmed is joined by columnist Ian Birrell and campaigning GP Jonathon Tomlinson to discuss. Alexandra Harris reviews an exhibition of Paul Nash's work at the Pallant House Gallery. Geneticist and writer Adam Rutherford discusses his latest exploration of the origin and future of life. And the television commissioner and producer John Yorke, whose work includes Life on Mars, Shameless and EastEnders, explores television and storytelling.Is nostalgia for an idea of the NHS is inhibiting clear-eyed debate? Samira Ahmed is joined by columnist Ian Birrell and campaigning GP Jonathon Tomlinson to discuss. Alexandra Harris reviews an exhibition of Paul Nash's work at the Pallant House...Is nostalgia for an idea of the NHS is inhibiting clear-eyed debate? Samira Ahmed is joined by columnist Ian Birrell and campaigning GP Jonathon Tomlinson to discuss. Alexandra Harris reviews an exhibition of Paul Nash's work at the Pallant House Gallery. Geneticist and writer Adam Rutherford discusses his latest exploration of the origin and future of life. And the television commissioner and producer John Yorke, whose work includes Life on Mars, Shameless and EastEnders, explores television and storytelling.Thu, 04 Apr 2013 13:26:00 +010045:35http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130404-1326.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130404-1326a.mp3BBC Radio 3What history should children learn and be able to contextualise? And what do they know? Rana Mitter enters the Great British History debate with the historian David Cannadine, Tristram Hunt MP, Sheila Lawlor of the think tank Politeia, Stephen Drew, headmaster of Brentwood County High School in Essex and Professor Dinah Birch of the Universitry of Liverpool.What history should children learn and be able to contextualise? And what do they know? Rana Mitter enters the Great British History debate with the historian David Cannadine, Tristram Hunt MP, Sheila Lawlor of the think tank Politeia, Stephen Drew,...What history should children learn and be able to contextualise? And what do they know? Rana Mitter enters the Great British History debate with the historian David Cannadine, Tristram Hunt MP, Sheila Lawlor of the think tank Politeia, Stephen Drew, headmaster of Brentwood County High School in Essex and Professor Dinah Birch of the Universitry of Liverpool.Tue, 02 Apr 2013 23:00:00 +010044:22http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130402-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130402-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Sir Nicholas Robert Hytner looks back at his time as the head of the National Theatre in London which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Professor Rosi Braidotti discusses her new book The Posthuman with Professor Joanna Bourke. And Award-winning film maker Penny Woolcock reveals her unique involvement in the attempts of two Birmingham inner city gangs to bring peace to their neighbourhoods.Sir Nicholas Robert Hytner looks back at his time as the head of the National Theatre in London which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Professor Rosi Braidotti discusses her new book The Posthuman with Professor Joanna Bourke. And...Sir Nicholas Robert Hytner looks back at his time as the head of the National Theatre in London which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Professor Rosi Braidotti discusses her new book The Posthuman with Professor Joanna Bourke. And Award-winning film maker Penny Woolcock reveals her unique involvement in the attempts of two Birmingham inner city gangs to bring peace to their neighbourhoods.Tue, 02 Apr 2013 12:41:00 +010044:00http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130402-1241.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130402-1241a.mp3BBC Radio 3Samira Ahmed talks to international best selling author Mohsin Hamid about his new novel How to Get Filthy Rich in Rising Asia. Susan Aldworth and the editor of the magazine RawVision, John Maizels explore the Wellcome Collection's show of Outsider Art from Japan. Peter Moffat discusses his television series, The Village, starring John Simm and Maxine Peake and to round things off Susannah Clapp reports on the first night of The Low Road - Bruce Norris's follow up to the much garlanded Clybourne Park.Samira Ahmed talks to international best selling author Mohsin Hamid about his new novel How to Get Filthy Rich in Rising Asia. Susan Aldworth and the editor of the magazine RawVision, John Maizels explore the Wellcome Collection's show of Outsider...Samira Ahmed talks to international best selling author Mohsin Hamid about his new novel How to Get Filthy Rich in Rising Asia. Susan Aldworth and the editor of the magazine RawVision, John Maizels explore the Wellcome Collection's show of Outsider Art from Japan. Peter Moffat discusses his television series, The Village, starring John Simm and Maxine Peake and to round things off Susannah Clapp reports on the first night of The Low Road - Bruce Norris's follow up to the much garlanded Clybourne Park.Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:28:00 +000045:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130328-1128.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130328-1128e.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to acclaimed literary critic James Wood, visits an exhibition on Pompeii & Herculeneum and discusses the legacy of documentary maker Michael Grigsby. Plus the latest film by Francois Ozon, In the House, is reviewed.Matthew Sweet talks to acclaimed literary critic James Wood, visits an exhibition on Pompeii & Herculeneum and discusses the legacy of documentary maker Michael Grigsby. Plus the latest film by Francois Ozon, In the House, is reviewed....Matthew Sweet talks to acclaimed literary critic James Wood, visits an exhibition on Pompeii & Herculeneum and discusses the legacy of documentary maker Michael Grigsby. Plus the latest film by Francois Ozon, In the House, is reviewed.Wed, 27 Mar 2013 13:00:00 +000044:57http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130327-1300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130327-1300d.mp3BBC Radio 3As Zimbabwe votes in favour of a new constitution, Anne McElvoy is joined by Albie Sachs, journalist Simon Jenkins human rights lawyer Chibli Mallat to examine whether national constitutions aid or impede democracy. In light of this week’s cross-party deal on press regulation established by Royal Charter, Private Eye editor Ian Hislop and media expert James Curran offer contesting views on the State’s relationship with the press. Susannah Clapp delivers a first night review of The Book of Mormon, the new musical from the creators of South Park. And Simon Morrison discusses Lina Prokofiev, the wife of the composer Sergei, who is the subject of his new biography.As Zimbabwe votes in favour of a new constitution, Anne McElvoy is joined by Albie Sachs, journalist Simon Jenkins human rights lawyer Chibli Mallat to examine whether national constitutions aid or impede democracy. In light of this week’s cross-party...As Zimbabwe votes in favour of a new constitution, Anne McElvoy is joined by Albie Sachs, journalist Simon Jenkins human rights lawyer Chibli Mallat to examine whether national constitutions aid or impede democracy. In light of this week’s cross-party deal on press regulation established by Royal Charter, Private Eye editor Ian Hislop and media expert James Curran offer contesting views on the State’s relationship with the press. Susannah Clapp delivers a first night review of The Book of Mormon, the new musical from the creators of South Park. And Simon Morrison discusses Lina Prokofiev, the wife of the composer Sergei, who is the subject of his new biography.Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:07:00 +000044:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130322-1207.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130322-1207a.mp3BBC Radio 3Rana Mitter hosts a special edition of Night Waves as part of Radio 3’s Baroque Spring season, including a visit to Seaton Delaval Hall in Northumberland. Joined by artists and designers, Rana explores the legacy of baroque and its influence today.Rana Mitter hosts a special edition of Night Waves as part of Radio 3’s Baroque Spring season, including a visit to Seaton Delaval Hall in Northumberland. Joined by artists and designers, Rana explores the legacy of baroque and its influence today....Rana Mitter hosts a special edition of Night Waves as part of Radio 3’s Baroque Spring season, including a visit to Seaton Delaval Hall in Northumberland. Joined by artists and designers, Rana explores the legacy of baroque and its influence today.Thu, 21 Mar 2013 16:30:00 +000045:39http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130321-1630.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130321-1630a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philosopher and linguist Noam Chomsky joins Philip Dodd for an extended conversation on American individualism, the role of reason, and a life spent holding authority to account. And Philip meet the Master of Wellington College, Anthony Seldon, to get a very different perspective on how power operates in society.Philosopher and linguist Noam Chomsky joins Philip Dodd for an extended conversation on American individualism, the role of reason, and a life spent holding authority to account. And Philip meet the Master of Wellington College, Anthony Seldon, to get...Philosopher and linguist Noam Chomsky joins Philip Dodd for an extended conversation on American individualism, the role of reason, and a life spent holding authority to account. And Philip meet the Master of Wellington College, Anthony Seldon, to get a very different perspective on how power operates in society.Wed, 20 Mar 2013 17:16:00 +000046:23http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130320-1716.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130320-1716a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to the Spanish novelist Javier Marias about his new book 'The Infatuations'. Night Waves takes stock of the man who sold the world as a new exhibition 'David Bowie is....' gets set to open at the Victoria and Albert Museum. And In another new book 'The Undivided Past' David Cannadine is looking beyond the supposed clash of religions, classes and civilisations and asks does a "History Beyond Our Differences" lead to confusion in the absence of polarised views?Matthew Sweet talks to the Spanish novelist Javier Marias about his new book 'The Infatuations'. Night Waves takes stock of the man who sold the world as a new exhibition 'David Bowie is....' gets set to open at the Victoria and Albert Museum. And In...Matthew Sweet talks to the Spanish novelist Javier Marias about his new book 'The Infatuations'. Night Waves takes stock of the man who sold the world as a new exhibition 'David Bowie is....' gets set to open at the Victoria and Albert Museum. And In another new book 'The Undivided Past' David Cannadine is looking beyond the supposed clash of religions, classes and civilisations and asks does a "History Beyond Our Differences" lead to confusion in the absence of polarised views?Tue, 19 Mar 2013 11:34:00 +000046:05http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130319-1134.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130319-1134a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy talks to Aleksandar Hemon, the Bosnian-born writer who some have been comparing to Nabokov and Conrad, about his newest book which is his first venture into non-fiction. Jonathan Jones reviews the new show of work by the British Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare's. Emma Griffin, Jane Humphries and Judith Hawley discuss a challenging new history of the Industrial Revolution. And Alice Rawsthorn explains why she believes good design and a good life should always go together.Anne McElvoy talks to Aleksandar Hemon, the Bosnian-born writer who some have been comparing to Nabokov and Conrad, about his newest book which is his first venture into non-fiction. Jonathan Jones reviews the new show of work by the British Nigerian...Anne McElvoy talks to Aleksandar Hemon, the Bosnian-born writer who some have been comparing to Nabokov and Conrad, about his newest book which is his first venture into non-fiction. Jonathan Jones reviews the new show of work by the British Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare's. Emma Griffin, Jane Humphries and Judith Hawley discuss a challenging new history of the Industrial Revolution. And Alice Rawsthorn explains why she believes good design and a good life should always go together.Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:44:00 +000045:00http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130315-1544.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130315-1544a.mp3BBC Radio 3Ken Loach talks to Philip Dodd about his new documentary Spirit of '45, which celebrates the hopes of democratic socialism in post-war Britain. As the first UK retrospective of works by George Bellows opens, Night Waves sends the American poet Eva Salzman to take a look. Geoff Mulgan lays out his vision for a new breed of capitalism when he discusses his book The Locust and the Bee. And Keith Laws, Professor of Cognitive Neuropsychology discusses with Rupert Read, a philosopher of science whether psychologists should do more to act like scientists.Ken Loach talks to Philip Dodd about his new documentary Spirit of '45, which celebrates the hopes of democratic socialism in post-war Britain. As the first UK retrospective of works by George Bellows opens, Night Waves sends the American poet Eva...Ken Loach talks to Philip Dodd about his new documentary Spirit of '45, which celebrates the hopes of democratic socialism in post-war Britain. As the first UK retrospective of works by George Bellows opens, Night Waves sends the American poet Eva Salzman to take a look. Geoff Mulgan lays out his vision for a new breed of capitalism when he discusses his book The Locust and the Bee. And Keith Laws, Professor of Cognitive Neuropsychology discusses with Rupert Read, a philosopher of science whether psychologists should do more to act like scientists.Thu, 14 Mar 2013 12:05:00 +000046:01http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130314-1205.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130314-1205b.mp3BBC Radio 3What does a nineteenth century Swedish play have to say about post-apartheid South Africa? Samira Ahmed talks to director Yael Farber about her re-working of Strindberg's Miss Julie. Why are we compelled to explore our physical and physiological limits and how may that benefit us - doctor of medicine Kevin Fong, and philosopher Andy Martin discuss. Also poet John Agard talks about being awarded the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry. And Samira talks to the Mexican film maker, Carlos Reygadas who won the best director award at Cannes last year.What does a nineteenth century Swedish play have to say about post-apartheid South Africa? Samira Ahmed talks to director Yael Farber about her re-working of Strindberg's Miss Julie. Why are we compelled to explore our physical and physiological...What does a nineteenth century Swedish play have to say about post-apartheid South Africa? Samira Ahmed talks to director Yael Farber about her re-working of Strindberg's Miss Julie. Why are we compelled to explore our physical and physiological limits and how may that benefit us - doctor of medicine Kevin Fong, and philosopher Andy Martin discuss. Also poet John Agard talks about being awarded the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry. And Samira talks to the Mexican film maker, Carlos Reygadas who won the best director award at Cannes last year.Wed, 13 Mar 2013 11:25:00 +000045:17http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130313-1125.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130313-1125b.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to Booker-nominated novelist Julia O’Faolain about her new memoir and growing up with her father, a celebrated writer and a radical dissident. Helen Wallace reviews George Benjamin’s and Martin Crimp’s new opera, ‘Written on Skin’. Professor Nora Crook explains how she discovered who really censored Shelley’s notorious poem, ‘The Revolt of Islam’. Marcus Chown reviews The Challenger, a new docu-drama about the investigation into the 1986 space shuttle disaster. And we debate whether the use of words like ‘unacceptable’ and ‘inappropriate’ are part of a tendency to avoid casting strong moral judgements.Matthew Sweet talks to Booker-nominated novelist Julia O’Faolain about her new memoir and growing up with her father, a celebrated writer and a radical dissident. Helen Wallace reviews George Benjamin’s and Martin Crimp’s new opera, ‘Written on Skin’....Matthew Sweet talks to Booker-nominated novelist Julia O’Faolain about her new memoir and growing up with her father, a celebrated writer and a radical dissident. Helen Wallace reviews George Benjamin’s and Martin Crimp’s new opera, ‘Written on Skin’. Professor Nora Crook explains how she discovered who really censored Shelley’s notorious poem, ‘The Revolt of Islam’. Marcus Chown reviews The Challenger, a new docu-drama about the investigation into the 1986 space shuttle disaster. And we debate whether the use of words like ‘unacceptable’ and ‘inappropriate’ are part of a tendency to avoid casting strong moral judgements.Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:33:00 +000045:01http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130312-1533.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130312-1533a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy meets Hilary Mantel, the winner of the David Cohen Prize for literature. Mantel also defends her comments about the Duchess of Cambridge. The writer and former priest Mark Vernon discusses his latest book on love with the philosopher and economist Jamie Whyte, and the novelist and academic Eva Hoffman. The artistic team that created War Horse re-unite for Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream which opens this week at the Bristol Old Vic. Anne McElvoy discusses the new production with co-director Tom Morris. Revolutionary Iran - a new book explores the unique history of the Islamic republic. Anne McElvoy speaks to Michael Axworthy, one of the world's principle experts on the country.Anne McElvoy meets Hilary Mantel, the winner of the David Cohen Prize for literature. Mantel also defends her comments about the Duchess of Cambridge. The writer and former priest Mark Vernon discusses his latest book on love with the philosopher and...Anne McElvoy meets Hilary Mantel, the winner of the David Cohen Prize for literature. Mantel also defends her comments about the Duchess of Cambridge. The writer and former priest Mark Vernon discusses his latest book on love with the philosopher and economist Jamie Whyte, and the novelist and academic Eva Hoffman. The artistic team that created War Horse re-unite for Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream which opens this week at the Bristol Old Vic. Anne McElvoy discusses the new production with co-director Tom Morris. Revolutionary Iran - a new book explores the unique history of the Islamic republic. Anne McElvoy speaks to Michael Axworthy, one of the world's principle experts on the country.Fri, 08 Mar 2013 14:10:00 +000045:43http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130308-1410.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130308-1410b.mp3BBC Radio 3The Olympics ceremony master Danny Boyle joins Rana Mitter to discuss the British film industry and what he thinks is the role of creativity in boosting the economy. As we approach the 200th anniversary of Dr David Livingstone's birth, Rana discusses the man and reassesses his legacy in today's Africa, with John MacKenzie and Kit Davis. Ruth Ozeki talks about her new novel "A Tale for the Time Being". And Rana along with Dr Olga Dmitrieva visits a new exhibition on early relations between the Tudors and early Stewarts with the courts of the Russian Tsars.The Olympics ceremony master Danny Boyle joins Rana Mitter to discuss the British film industry and what he thinks is the role of creativity in boosting the economy. As we approach the 200th anniversary of Dr David Livingstone's birth, Rana discusses...The Olympics ceremony master Danny Boyle joins Rana Mitter to discuss the British film industry and what he thinks is the role of creativity in boosting the economy. As we approach the 200th anniversary of Dr David Livingstone's birth, Rana discusses the man and reassesses his legacy in today's Africa, with John MacKenzie and Kit Davis. Ruth Ozeki talks about her new novel "A Tale for the Time Being". And Rana along with Dr Olga Dmitrieva visits a new exhibition on early relations between the Tudors and early Stewarts with the courts of the Russian Tsars.Thu, 07 Mar 2013 12:09:00 +000044:49http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130307-1209.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130307-1209b.mp3BBC Radio 3With Matthew Sweet. A first night review, by Susannah Clapp, of Peter Morgan's new play, The Audience, starring Helen Mirren as the Queen. Simon Thurley, Chief Executive of English Heritage, the architect Richard Griffiths and architecture critic Hugh Pearman discuss what place heritage has in a modern and increasingly urbanised Britain. Adrian Wootton reviews possibly the last film from Steven Soderbergh; Side Effects. And Jaron Lanier, one of the most important philosophers of the digital age talks about his book Who Owns The Future?With Matthew Sweet. A first night review, by Susannah Clapp, of Peter Morgan's new play, The Audience, starring Helen Mirren as the Queen. Simon Thurley, Chief Executive of English Heritage, the architect Richard Griffiths and architecture critic Hugh...With Matthew Sweet. A first night review, by Susannah Clapp, of Peter Morgan's new play, The Audience, starring Helen Mirren as the Queen. Simon Thurley, Chief Executive of English Heritage, the architect Richard Griffiths and architecture critic Hugh Pearman discuss what place heritage has in a modern and increasingly urbanised Britain. Adrian Wootton reviews possibly the last film from Steven Soderbergh; Side Effects. And Jaron Lanier, one of the most important philosophers of the digital age talks about his book Who Owns The Future?Wed, 06 Mar 2013 11:12:00 +000045:26http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130306-1112.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130306-1112a.mp3BBC Radio 3Shereen El Feki, author of Sex and the Citadel, joins Philip Dodd to explore how the struggles for political change in the Arab world have been accompanied by a sexual revolution. Professor Andrew Hussey explains how the culture and history of France can by understood by observing the history of the Louvre. As Science is becoming ever more popular in our news and consciousness, neuroscientist Daniel Glaser and philosopher of science Rupert Read discuss whether we are living through a new age of Enlightenment. And critic Nigel Floyd reviews Broken, the new film directed by Rufus Norris.Shereen El Feki, author of Sex and the Citadel, joins Philip Dodd to explore how the struggles for political change in the Arab world have been accompanied by a sexual revolution. Professor Andrew Hussey explains how the culture and history of France...Shereen El Feki, author of Sex and the Citadel, joins Philip Dodd to explore how the struggles for political change in the Arab world have been accompanied by a sexual revolution. Professor Andrew Hussey explains how the culture and history of France can by understood by observing the history of the Louvre. As Science is becoming ever more popular in our news and consciousness, neuroscientist Daniel Glaser and philosopher of science Rupert Read discuss whether we are living through a new age of Enlightenment. And critic Nigel Floyd reviews Broken, the new film directed by Rufus Norris.Tue, 05 Mar 2013 14:17:00 +000045:33http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130305-1417.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130305-1417a.mp3BBC Radio 3As extreme libertarian thought is on the rise in right-wing politics, Anne McElvoy is joined by Business editor of The Economist Robert Guest and American historian Tim Stanley to explore the growth of ‘anarcho-capitalism’. Italian film writer Pasquale Iannone reviews Paolo and Vittorio Taviani's Caesar Must Die. Set designer Christopher Oram and theatre critic Susannah Clapp take a look at what makes great theatre stage design. And to coincide with the Southbank’s The Rest is Noise festival, Anne and guests explore the cultural and political transformations of Berlin during the 1920s and ‘30s.As extreme libertarian thought is on the rise in right-wing politics, Anne McElvoy is joined by Business editor of The Economist Robert Guest and American historian Tim Stanley to explore the growth of ‘anarcho-capitalism’. Italian film writer...As extreme libertarian thought is on the rise in right-wing politics, Anne McElvoy is joined by Business editor of The Economist Robert Guest and American historian Tim Stanley to explore the growth of ‘anarcho-capitalism’. Italian film writer Pasquale Iannone reviews Paolo and Vittorio Taviani's Caesar Must Die. Set designer Christopher Oram and theatre critic Susannah Clapp take a look at what makes great theatre stage design. And to coincide with the Southbank’s The Rest is Noise festival, Anne and guests explore the cultural and political transformations of Berlin during the 1920s and ‘30s.Fri, 01 Mar 2013 13:48:00 +000045:23http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130301-1348.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130301-1348a.mp3BBC Radio 3Samira Ahmed examines why James Joyce's experimental and 'difficult' work Finnegans Wake has been a surprise hit in China. Travel writer Sara Wheeler discusses her new book, 'O my America!’, which tells the story of six remarkable women who fled nineteenth-century England to reinvent themselves in the USA. Historian Justin Champion, sociologist Eileen Barker and theologian Martin Palmer join Samira to discuss why we are so obsessed with the idea of the end of the world. And we look at an unlikely cultural movement which has flourished in post 9/11 America - Muslim comedy.Samira Ahmed examines why James Joyce's experimental and 'difficult' work Finnegans Wake has been a surprise hit in China. Travel writer Sara Wheeler discusses her new book, 'O my America!’, which tells the story of six remarkable women who fled...Samira Ahmed examines why James Joyce's experimental and 'difficult' work Finnegans Wake has been a surprise hit in China. Travel writer Sara Wheeler discusses her new book, 'O my America!’, which tells the story of six remarkable women who fled nineteenth-century England to reinvent themselves in the USA. Historian Justin Champion, sociologist Eileen Barker and theologian Martin Palmer join Samira to discuss why we are so obsessed with the idea of the end of the world. And we look at an unlikely cultural movement which has flourished in post 9/11 America - Muslim comedy.Thu, 28 Feb 2013 12:36:00 +000045:05http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130228-1236.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130228-1236a.mp3BBC Radio 3As the winner of the Paul Foot award for investigative and campaigning journalism is announced, Matthew Sweet re-assesses the significance of this award with Ian Hislop and the winner Andrew Norfolk, in a year the judges have described as "exceptionally strong". Matthew talks to political philosopher John Gray about his latest book and asks should we turn towards contemplation of the natural world and the non-human? And James Lasdun discusses his memoir on literary stalking with psychoanalyst Lisa Appignanesi and New Generation Thinker Martin Goodman.As the winner of the Paul Foot award for investigative and campaigning journalism is announced, Matthew Sweet re-assesses the significance of this award with Ian Hislop and the winner Andrew Norfolk, in a year the judges have described as...As the winner of the Paul Foot award for investigative and campaigning journalism is announced, Matthew Sweet re-assesses the significance of this award with Ian Hislop and the winner Andrew Norfolk, in a year the judges have described as "exceptionally strong". Matthew talks to political philosopher John Gray about his latest book and asks should we turn towards contemplation of the natural world and the non-human? And James Lasdun discusses his memoir on literary stalking with psychoanalyst Lisa Appignanesi and New Generation Thinker Martin Goodman.Wed, 27 Feb 2013 09:44:00 +000045:35http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130227-0944.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130227-0944b.mp3BBC Radio 3Does compassion inhibit rational political debate? To discuss, Philip Dodd is joined by MP David Blunkett, IPPR Director Nick Pearce, and Radio 3 New Generation Thinker Adriana Sinclair. Sarah Dunant reviews a new Frederico Barocci exhibition, arguing that the artist should be added to the list of Italian Renaissance masters. Rory Carroll discusses his new book on Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez. And Annalisa Piras reflects on what the surprises of the Italian election can tell us about the country’s cultural climate.Does compassion inhibit rational political debate? To discuss, Philip Dodd is joined by MP David Blunkett, IPPR Director Nick Pearce, and Radio 3 New Generation Thinker Adriana Sinclair. Sarah Dunant reviews a new Frederico Barocci exhibition, arguing...Does compassion inhibit rational political debate? To discuss, Philip Dodd is joined by MP David Blunkett, IPPR Director Nick Pearce, and Radio 3 New Generation Thinker Adriana Sinclair. Sarah Dunant reviews a new Frederico Barocci exhibition, arguing that the artist should be added to the list of Italian Renaissance masters. Rory Carroll discusses his new book on Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez. And Annalisa Piras reflects on what the surprises of the Italian election can tell us about the country’s cultural climate.Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:08:00 +000045:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130226-1608.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130226-1608a.mp3BBC Radio 3A Landmark edition in which Anne McElvoy and guests look at Alain-Fournier's celebrated and nostalgic tale of adolescent romance, Le Grand Meaulnes. Michèle Roberts, Hermione Lee and Patrick McGuiness examine it's enduring appeal and legacy from the poetry of its language, to the interlocking mysteries of its plot to the intriguing romantic life and early death of its author, and the story of the woman who inspired him. With readings by Peter Marinker.A Landmark edition in which Anne McElvoy and guests look at Alain-Fournier's celebrated and nostalgic tale of adolescent romance, Le Grand Meaulnes. Michèle Roberts, Hermione Lee and Patrick McGuiness examine it's enduring appeal and legacy from the...A Landmark edition in which Anne McElvoy and guests look at Alain-Fournier's celebrated and nostalgic tale of adolescent romance, Le Grand Meaulnes. Michèle Roberts, Hermione Lee and Patrick McGuiness examine it's enduring appeal and legacy from the poetry of its language, to the interlocking mysteries of its plot to the intriguing romantic life and early death of its author, and the story of the woman who inspired him. With readings by Peter Marinker.Thu, 21 Feb 2013 23:00:00 +000043:15http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130221-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130221-2300d.mp3BBC Radio 3Ray Kurzweil, renowned American inventor, thinker and futurist, joins Rana Mitter to discuss questions of consciousness and humanity, and the possibilities of a world where humans and intelligent machines live side by side. Rana explores the idea of the ‘Anglosphere’, and whether there is a shared identity across the English-speaking world, with historians John Darwin and Tim Stanley and the writer Yasmin Alibhai-Brown. And playwright Anders Lustgarten discusses his new production for the Royal Court theatre.Ray Kurzweil, renowned American inventor, thinker and futurist, joins Rana Mitter to discuss questions of consciousness and humanity, and the possibilities of a world where humans and intelligent machines live side by side. Rana explores the idea of...Ray Kurzweil, renowned American inventor, thinker and futurist, joins Rana Mitter to discuss questions of consciousness and humanity, and the possibilities of a world where humans and intelligent machines live side by side. Rana explores the idea of the ‘Anglosphere’, and whether there is a shared identity across the English-speaking world, with historians John Darwin and Tim Stanley and the writer Yasmin Alibhai-Brown. And playwright Anders Lustgarten discusses his new production for the Royal Court theatre.Thu, 21 Feb 2013 10:59:00 +000045:02http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130221-1059.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130221-1059a.mp3BBC Radio 3Adam Mars-Jones reviews the first West End revival of the nine Tony award winning; A Chorus Line. What is old age, and when we get there, how do we face the end? Philip Dodd discusses with the best-selling novelist Lynne Reid Banks, historian Pat Thane and Professor of English Literature at Oxford, Helen Small. Plus an interview with the controversial Israeli historian Shlomo Sand.Adam Mars-Jones reviews the first West End revival of the nine Tony award winning; A Chorus Line. What is old age, and when we get there, how do we face the end? Philip Dodd discusses with the best-selling novelist Lynne Reid Banks, historian Pat...Adam Mars-Jones reviews the first West End revival of the nine Tony award winning; A Chorus Line. What is old age, and when we get there, how do we face the end? Philip Dodd discusses with the best-selling novelist Lynne Reid Banks, historian Pat Thane and Professor of English Literature at Oxford, Helen Small. Plus an interview with the controversial Israeli historian Shlomo Sand.Wed, 20 Feb 2013 10:45:00 +000044:46http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130220-1045.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130220-1045a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet debates how the discovery of alien life might change the way we think about humanity and how it will impact our moral and philosophical universe. Matthew is joined by the best-selling science-fiction writer Stephen Baxter, the science broadcaster and journalist Sue Nelson, the futurist and neuroscientist Anders Sandberg, and one of our leading space scientists, John Zarnecki, Professor of Space Science at the Open University. This event was recorded as part of Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4th November 2012.Matthew Sweet debates how the discovery of alien life might change the way we think about humanity and how it will impact our moral and philosophical universe. Matthew is joined by the best-selling science-fiction writer Stephen Baxter, the science...Matthew Sweet debates how the discovery of alien life might change the way we think about humanity and how it will impact our moral and philosophical universe. Matthew is joined by the best-selling science-fiction writer Stephen Baxter, the science broadcaster and journalist Sue Nelson, the futurist and neuroscientist Anders Sandberg, and one of our leading space scientists, John Zarnecki, Professor of Space Science at the Open University. This event was recorded as part of Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4th November 2012.Tue, 19 Feb 2013 13:03:00 +000044:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130219-1303.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130219-1303a.mp3BBC Radio 3Geoffrey Robertson QC joins Anne McElvoy to pay tribute to American philosopher and constitutional law expert Ronald Dworkin, who died on 14th February 2013 aged 81. We hear from award-winning author Andrew Solomon about his monumental study of modern identity - Far From the Tree. Writer and historian Joanna Bourke reviews Complicit, Channel 4's new feature-length drama, which explores an MI5 officer’s moral dilemma over the use of torture in the War on Terror. And did brutal conquest rather than political liberation lie at the heart of Italian unification? Historian Lucy Riall discusses.Geoffrey Robertson QC joins Anne McElvoy to pay tribute to American philosopher and constitutional law expert Ronald Dworkin, who died on 14th February 2013 aged 81. We hear from award-winning author Andrew Solomon about his monumental study of modern...Geoffrey Robertson QC joins Anne McElvoy to pay tribute to American philosopher and constitutional law expert Ronald Dworkin, who died on 14th February 2013 aged 81. We hear from award-winning author Andrew Solomon about his monumental study of modern identity - Far From the Tree. Writer and historian Joanna Bourke reviews Complicit, Channel 4's new feature-length drama, which explores an MI5 officer’s moral dilemma over the use of torture in the War on Terror. And did brutal conquest rather than political liberation lie at the heart of Italian unification? Historian Lucy Riall discusses.Fri, 15 Feb 2013 17:00:00 +000045:47http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130215-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130215-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet discusses the legacy of Sylvia Plath, who died 50 years ago this week, with her friend Ruth Fainlight and the poet Fiona Sampson. Tacita Dean and film maker Mike Figgis join Matthew in the studio to discuss the shift in film from traditional to digital technology and its implications. A review of The Bride and the Bachelors, a new exhibition of the work of Marcel Duchamp. And the science writer Marcus Chown and futurologist Anders Sandberg discuss the potential threats caused by two asteroids passing close to the Earth.Matthew Sweet discusses the legacy of Sylvia Plath, who died 50 years ago this week, with her friend Ruth Fainlight and the poet Fiona Sampson. Tacita Dean and film maker Mike Figgis join Matthew in the studio to discuss the shift in film from...Matthew Sweet discusses the legacy of Sylvia Plath, who died 50 years ago this week, with her friend Ruth Fainlight and the poet Fiona Sampson. Tacita Dean and film maker Mike Figgis join Matthew in the studio to discuss the shift in film from traditional to digital technology and its implications. A review of The Bride and the Bachelors, a new exhibition of the work of Marcel Duchamp. And the science writer Marcus Chown and futurologist Anders Sandberg discuss the potential threats caused by two asteroids passing close to the Earth.Thu, 14 Feb 2013 13:43:00 +000044:56http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130214-1343.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130214-1343a.mp3BBC Radio 3Mark Ravenhill on translating Bertolt Brecht's A Life of Galileo; the value of the mundane is discussed; and is the way in which today's corporations are run now obsolete?Mark Ravenhill on translating Bertolt Brecht's A Life of Galileo; the value of the mundane is discussed; and is the way in which today's corporations are run now obsolete?...Mark Ravenhill on translating Bertolt Brecht's A Life of Galileo; the value of the mundane is discussed; and is the way in which today's corporations are run now obsolete?Wed, 13 Feb 2013 13:00:00 +000045:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130213-1300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130213-1300b.mp3BBC Radio 3Novelist, poet and musician Amit Chaudhuri joins Samira Ahmed to discuss his latest book which reflects on his relationship with Calcutta. Clifford Longley and Peter Stanford discuss the unexpected resignation of Pope Benedict XVI. Susannah Clapp joins us for a first-night review of Robert Lepage’s Playing Cards 1: Spades, the latest production by one of theatre's boldest and most innovative directors. And former Whitehall insider Gill Bennett lifts the lid on the workings of British foreign policy.Novelist, poet and musician Amit Chaudhuri joins Samira Ahmed to discuss his latest book which reflects on his relationship with Calcutta. Clifford Longley and Peter Stanford discuss the unexpected resignation of Pope Benedict XVI. Susannah Clapp...Novelist, poet and musician Amit Chaudhuri joins Samira Ahmed to discuss his latest book which reflects on his relationship with Calcutta. Clifford Longley and Peter Stanford discuss the unexpected resignation of Pope Benedict XVI. Susannah Clapp joins us for a first-night review of Robert Lepage’s Playing Cards 1: Spades, the latest production by one of theatre's boldest and most innovative directors. And former Whitehall insider Gill Bennett lifts the lid on the workings of British foreign policy.Tue, 12 Feb 2013 15:52:00 +000044:48http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130212-1552.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130212-1552a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy talks to William Dalrymple about his new book Return of A King - an account of Britain's first Afghan War in the 19th century. A major retrospective of Man Ray, at the National Portrait Gallery, is discussed by writer Kevin Jackson, film critic and Parisienne Ginette Vincendeau, and cultural historian Andrew Hussey. All three discuss the artistic melting pot of Paris in the 1910s and 20s - the subject of a major event at The Rest is Noise Festival at the South Bank centre in London. Psychologist Oliver James discusses office politics with leadership expert and author Dr Liz Mellon.Anne McElvoy talks to William Dalrymple about his new book Return of A King - an account of Britain's first Afghan War in the 19th century. A major retrospective of Man Ray, at the National Portrait Gallery, is discussed by writer Kevin Jackson, film...Anne McElvoy talks to William Dalrymple about his new book Return of A King - an account of Britain's first Afghan War in the 19th century. A major retrospective of Man Ray, at the National Portrait Gallery, is discussed by writer Kevin Jackson, film critic and Parisienne Ginette Vincendeau, and cultural historian Andrew Hussey. All three discuss the artistic melting pot of Paris in the 1910s and 20s - the subject of a major event at The Rest is Noise Festival at the South Bank centre in London. Psychologist Oliver James discusses office politics with leadership expert and author Dr Liz Mellon.Fri, 08 Feb 2013 11:20:00 +000045:13http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130208-1120.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130208-1120c.mp3BBC Radio 3Samira Ahmed visits the British Museum to see its new show about Ice Age art. She is also joined by Nadeem Aslam - a Pakistani writer whose latest book, The Blind Man's Garden, offers a perspective on the last ten years of world history. Amanda Hopkinson reviews Pablo Larraín's latest film, No. And the novelist Rosie Thomas and biographer Matthew Dennison reflect on Rumer Godden, the author of Black Narcissus.Samira Ahmed visits the British Museum to see its new show about Ice Age art. She is also joined by Nadeem Aslam - a Pakistani writer whose latest book, The Blind Man's Garden, offers a perspective on the last ten years of world history. Amanda...Samira Ahmed visits the British Museum to see its new show about Ice Age art. She is also joined by Nadeem Aslam - a Pakistani writer whose latest book, The Blind Man's Garden, offers a perspective on the last ten years of world history. Amanda Hopkinson reviews Pablo Larraín's latest film, No. And the novelist Rosie Thomas and biographer Matthew Dennison reflect on Rumer Godden, the author of Black Narcissus.Thu, 07 Feb 2013 13:32:00 +000045:02http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130207-1332.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130207-1332a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd talks to psychologist Bertolt Meyer, the model for the world's first complete bionic human and recipient of a bionic arm. Opera Now Editor Ashutosh Khandekhar joins Philip to review Kasper Holten's much anticipated debut at the ROH with Tchaikovsky's Eugene Onegin. A new exhibition at the Natural History Museum in London looks at the positive sides of extinction and palaeontologist Norman Macleod, scientist Georgina Mace and psycho-geographer and poet Iain Sinclair discuss. And Philip speaks to the lawyer Conor Gearty about his new book Liberty and Security.Philip Dodd talks to psychologist Bertolt Meyer, the model for the world's first complete bionic human and recipient of a bionic arm. Opera Now Editor Ashutosh Khandekhar joins Philip to review Kasper Holten's much anticipated debut at the ROH with...Philip Dodd talks to psychologist Bertolt Meyer, the model for the world's first complete bionic human and recipient of a bionic arm. Opera Now Editor Ashutosh Khandekhar joins Philip to review Kasper Holten's much anticipated debut at the ROH with Tchaikovsky's Eugene Onegin. A new exhibition at the Natural History Museum in London looks at the positive sides of extinction and palaeontologist Norman Macleod, scientist Georgina Mace and psycho-geographer and poet Iain Sinclair discuss. And Philip speaks to the lawyer Conor Gearty about his new book Liberty and Security.Wed, 06 Feb 2013 12:07:00 +000045:11http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130206-1207.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130206-1207a.mp3BBC Radio 3The King in the car park: what is the significance of the University of Leicester’s discovery of the bones of Richard III, one of Britain’s most vilified monarchs? Matthew Sweet is joined by human remains sociologist Tiffany Jenkins and historian Jonathan Healey to discuss. BFI curator Nathalie Morris reviews the new film Hitchcock, and discusses the importance of his wife, Alma, for his career and reputation. We look at cross-dressing in the late nineteenth century, with biographer Neil McKenna. And Pulitzer Prize-winning geographer Jared Diamond discusses his new thought-provoking study of tribes from New Guinea to the Kalahari Desert.The King in the car park: what is the significance of the University of Leicester’s discovery of the bones of Richard III, one of Britain’s most vilified monarchs? Matthew Sweet is joined by human remains sociologist Tiffany Jenkins and historian...The King in the car park: what is the significance of the University of Leicester’s discovery of the bones of Richard III, one of Britain’s most vilified monarchs? Matthew Sweet is joined by human remains sociologist Tiffany Jenkins and historian Jonathan Healey to discuss. BFI curator Nathalie Morris reviews the new film Hitchcock, and discusses the importance of his wife, Alma, for his career and reputation. We look at cross-dressing in the late nineteenth century, with biographer Neil McKenna. And Pulitzer Prize-winning geographer Jared Diamond discusses his new thought-provoking study of tribes from New Guinea to the Kalahari Desert.Tue, 05 Feb 2013 14:49:00 +000045:24http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130205-1449.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130205-1449a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy discusses the libraries of Timbuktu, and what they teach us about literacy and book culture in Africa, with Dr Shamil Jeppie, Dr Marion Wallace, Head of African Collections at the British Library, and the novelist Aminatta Forna. Susannah Clapp delivers a first-night review of a revival of Harold Pinter’s play, Old Times. Historian Paul Kennedy delves into the story of the problem solvers of the Second War, the subject of his new book The Engineers of Victory. And Karl Sharro gives us his reflections from the top of The Shard.Anne McElvoy discusses the libraries of Timbuktu, and what they teach us about literacy and book culture in Africa, with Dr Shamil Jeppie, Dr Marion Wallace, Head of African Collections at the British Library, and the novelist Aminatta Forna. Susannah...Anne McElvoy discusses the libraries of Timbuktu, and what they teach us about literacy and book culture in Africa, with Dr Shamil Jeppie, Dr Marion Wallace, Head of African Collections at the British Library, and the novelist Aminatta Forna. Susannah Clapp delivers a first-night review of a revival of Harold Pinter’s play, Old Times. Historian Paul Kennedy delves into the story of the problem solvers of the Second War, the subject of his new book The Engineers of Victory. And Karl Sharro gives us his reflections from the top of The Shard.Fri, 01 Feb 2013 14:46:00 +000045:19http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130201-1446.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130201-1446a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd along with Dr Tim Stanley and Paul Glastris review the American version of the political thriller House of Cards. Deborah Cohen, Mark Vernon and Charlotte Blease discuss shame and guilt amongst the British family from the Victorian era to the present day. Rufus Norris and Rotimi Babatunde discuss Feast, a new production at the Young Vic, London. And Auschwitz survivor Otto Dov Kulka tells Philip about his unique education at the hands of the Nazi's.Philip Dodd along with Dr Tim Stanley and Paul Glastris review the American version of the political thriller House of Cards. Deborah Cohen, Mark Vernon and Charlotte Blease discuss shame and guilt amongst the British family from the Victorian era to...Philip Dodd along with Dr Tim Stanley and Paul Glastris review the American version of the political thriller House of Cards. Deborah Cohen, Mark Vernon and Charlotte Blease discuss shame and guilt amongst the British family from the Victorian era to the present day. Rufus Norris and Rotimi Babatunde discuss Feast, a new production at the Young Vic, London. And Auschwitz survivor Otto Dov Kulka tells Philip about his unique education at the hands of the Nazi's.Thu, 31 Jan 2013 14:15:00 +000044:44http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130131-1415.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130131-1415a.mp3BBC Radio 3Rana Mitter & Susannah Clapp review a new production of Simon Gray's Quartermaine's Terms starring Rowan Atkinson. Rana also talks to Neil Shubin about his new book, the Universe Within, which traces the history of the cosmos in the human body. In another new book co-author Juan Pablo Cardenal along with Professor O.A. Westad discuss China's Silent Army and whether their investments abroad have sinister and disturbing implications? And Rana talks to Nihad Sirees and Malu Halasa about writing in Syria.Rana Mitter & Susannah Clapp review a new production of Simon Gray's Quartermaine's Terms starring Rowan Atkinson. Rana also talks to Neil Shubin about his new book, the Universe Within, which traces the history of the cosmos in the human body. In...Rana Mitter & Susannah Clapp review a new production of Simon Gray's Quartermaine's Terms starring Rowan Atkinson. Rana also talks to Neil Shubin about his new book, the Universe Within, which traces the history of the cosmos in the human body. In another new book co-author Juan Pablo Cardenal along with Professor O.A. Westad discuss China's Silent Army and whether their investments abroad have sinister and disturbing implications? And Rana talks to Nihad Sirees and Malu Halasa about writing in Syria.Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:40:00 +000045:02http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130130-1340.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130130-1340a.mp3BBC Radio 3As the Tate Britain opens a new exhibition of the work of Kurt Schwitters, art critic Charlotte Mullins joins Matthew Sweet to review and to reassess the oeuvre of the German painter and sculptor. Dr Rupa Huq discusses her new book On The Edge, in which she argues that the English suburb has transformed from a paradise to a pressure cooker. As gender has been a topic for national debate recently, Julie Bindel, Jane Fae and Lynne Segal debate the concept of gender as a social category. And Lara Feigel discusses her new book The Love Charm of Bombs, a wartime biography of five writers.As the Tate Britain opens a new exhibition of the work of Kurt Schwitters, art critic Charlotte Mullins joins Matthew Sweet to review and to reassess the oeuvre of the German painter and sculptor. Dr Rupa Huq discusses her new book On The Edge, in...As the Tate Britain opens a new exhibition of the work of Kurt Schwitters, art critic Charlotte Mullins joins Matthew Sweet to review and to reassess the oeuvre of the German painter and sculptor. Dr Rupa Huq discusses her new book On The Edge, in which she argues that the English suburb has transformed from a paradise to a pressure cooker. As gender has been a topic for national debate recently, Julie Bindel, Jane Fae and Lynne Segal debate the concept of gender as a social category. And Lara Feigel discusses her new book The Love Charm of Bombs, a wartime biography of five writers.Tue, 29 Jan 2013 17:22:00 +000045:18http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130129-1722.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130129-1722a.mp3BBC Radio 3With the publication of a new, updated version of The Rotten Heart of Europe, a book which caused outrage and delight on its first release, Anne McElvoy discusses the current situation in Europe with the book’s author Bernard Connolly and economist Anatole Kaletsky. Journalist Michael Goldfarb reviews Zero Dark Thirty, the new film which traces the hunt for Osama Bin Laden. Anne heads a debate on the shifting definition of the artist, with Tom Morris, poet Don Paterson and critic Sarah Kent. And photographer Juergen Teller takes Anne on a walk around his new exhibition at the ICA.With the publication of a new, updated version of The Rotten Heart of Europe, a book which caused outrage and delight on its first release, Anne McElvoy discusses the current situation in Europe with the book’s author Bernard Connolly and economist...With the publication of a new, updated version of The Rotten Heart of Europe, a book which caused outrage and delight on its first release, Anne McElvoy discusses the current situation in Europe with the book’s author Bernard Connolly and economist Anatole Kaletsky. Journalist Michael Goldfarb reviews Zero Dark Thirty, the new film which traces the hunt for Osama Bin Laden. Anne heads a debate on the shifting definition of the artist, with Tom Morris, poet Don Paterson and critic Sarah Kent. And photographer Juergen Teller takes Anne on a walk around his new exhibition at the ICA.Fri, 25 Jan 2013 12:36:00 +000044:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130125-1236.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130125-1236a.mp3BBC Radio 3This Night Waves special explores ‘kitchen sink realism’, the cultural movement which gave urgent, vivid expression to the reality of post-war Britain. Samira Ahmed is joined by celebrated film maker Ken Loach, film historian Melanie Williams and theatre critic Michael Billington to discuss the aims and achievements of the movement. Composer Neil brand performs live, illustrating a brief history of how music is used in ‘kitchen sink’ films. And art critic Rachel Campbell-Johnston explains the how the term was originally coined to describe the work of painters such as John Bratby.This Night Waves special explores ‘kitchen sink realism’, the cultural movement which gave urgent, vivid expression to the reality of post-war Britain. Samira Ahmed is joined by celebrated film maker Ken Loach, film historian Melanie Williams and...This Night Waves special explores ‘kitchen sink realism’, the cultural movement which gave urgent, vivid expression to the reality of post-war Britain. Samira Ahmed is joined by celebrated film maker Ken Loach, film historian Melanie Williams and theatre critic Michael Billington to discuss the aims and achievements of the movement. Composer Neil brand performs live, illustrating a brief history of how music is used in ‘kitchen sink’ films. And art critic Rachel Campbell-Johnston explains the how the term was originally coined to describe the work of painters such as John Bratby.Thu, 24 Jan 2013 13:04:00 +000045:01http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130124-1304.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130124-1304a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet with a review, from Lynda Neade, of the UK's first ever retrospective devoted to the portraiture of Edouard Manet. Maria Konnikova says that Sherlock Holmes can offer us the key to a world where we use our brains to their full potential. Alan Rusbridger and Matthew Taylor explore the status of the amateur in society and ask whether there has been a genuine shift in how we value the role of the non-professional. And Matthew Sweet talks to Norman Stone about his latest book: A Short History of World War II.Matthew Sweet with a review, from Lynda Neade, of the UK's first ever retrospective devoted to the portraiture of Edouard Manet. Maria Konnikova says that Sherlock Holmes can offer us the key to a world where we use our brains to their full potential....Matthew Sweet with a review, from Lynda Neade, of the UK's first ever retrospective devoted to the portraiture of Edouard Manet. Maria Konnikova says that Sherlock Holmes can offer us the key to a world where we use our brains to their full potential. Alan Rusbridger and Matthew Taylor explore the status of the amateur in society and ask whether there has been a genuine shift in how we value the role of the non-professional. And Matthew Sweet talks to Norman Stone about his latest book: A Short History of World War II.Wed, 23 Jan 2013 10:58:00 +000045:07http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130123-1058.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130123-1058a.mp3BBC Radio 3This Night Waves special is devoted to Abraham Lincoln. As Steven Spielberg's new biopic of Lincoln is released in the UK, the pioneering president remains a towering figure in American life. And yet his legacy is not without controversy. Was he really such a saintly figure? And why should Barack Obama feel such a strong connection with Lincoln? Rana Mitter and guests discuss the man, the politics and the legacy.This Night Waves special is devoted to Abraham Lincoln. As Steven Spielberg's new biopic of Lincoln is released in the UK, the pioneering president remains a towering figure in American life. And yet his legacy is not without controversy. Was he...This Night Waves special is devoted to Abraham Lincoln. As Steven Spielberg's new biopic of Lincoln is released in the UK, the pioneering president remains a towering figure in American life. And yet his legacy is not without controversy. Was he really such a saintly figure? And why should Barack Obama feel such a strong connection with Lincoln? Rana Mitter and guests discuss the man, the politics and the legacy.Mon, 21 Jan 2013 23:00:00 +000044:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130121-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130121-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy settles decorously into Regency England to celebrate the bicentenary of Pride and Prejudice. Jane Austen's enduringly popular novel, of a single man in possession of a good fortune, was an immediate success - but it hasn't always inspired slavish admiration: critics have objected to the apparently narrow focus on affairs of the hearth and heart, while the Napoleonic wars raged and the industrial revolution brewed. Anne is joined by leading Austen-ologists Professors John Mullan and Janet Todd, novelist and screenwriter Natasha Solomons and the actress Susannah Harker.Anne McElvoy settles decorously into Regency England to celebrate the bicentenary of Pride and Prejudice. Jane Austen's enduringly popular novel, of a single man in possession of a good fortune, was an immediate success - but it hasn't always inspired...Anne McElvoy settles decorously into Regency England to celebrate the bicentenary of Pride and Prejudice. Jane Austen's enduringly popular novel, of a single man in possession of a good fortune, was an immediate success - but it hasn't always inspired slavish admiration: critics have objected to the apparently narrow focus on affairs of the hearth and heart, while the Napoleonic wars raged and the industrial revolution brewed. Anne is joined by leading Austen-ologists Professors John Mullan and Janet Todd, novelist and screenwriter Natasha Solomons and the actress Susannah Harker.Thu, 17 Jan 2013 23:00:00 +000044:10http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130117-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130117-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd is joined by the playwright David Hare whose play, The Judas Kiss, is about to open in the West End starring Rupert Everett as Oscar Wilde. We review The Sessions, a new film based on the true story of a man confined to an iron lung who is determined, at age 38, to lose his virginity. Historian Carl Watkins joins Philip to discuss everything from memento mori to haunted moorland, along with philosopher and New Generation Thinker Timothy Secret. And Mark Binelli guides us as we venture into the heart of Detroit, once the very engine of American capitalism, but now an urban wilderness.Philip Dodd is joined by the playwright David Hare whose play, The Judas Kiss, is about to open in the West End starring Rupert Everett as Oscar Wilde. We review The Sessions, a new film based on the true story of a man confined to an iron lung who is...Philip Dodd is joined by the playwright David Hare whose play, The Judas Kiss, is about to open in the West End starring Rupert Everett as Oscar Wilde. We review The Sessions, a new film based on the true story of a man confined to an iron lung who is determined, at age 38, to lose his virginity. Historian Carl Watkins joins Philip to discuss everything from memento mori to haunted moorland, along with philosopher and New Generation Thinker Timothy Secret. And Mark Binelli guides us as we venture into the heart of Detroit, once the very engine of American capitalism, but now an urban wilderness.Thu, 17 Jan 2013 11:44:00 +000044:42http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130117-1144.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130117-1144a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to the Artistic Director of the South Bank Centre, Jude Kelly and the cultural historian, Peter Conrad about The Rest is Noise, a year-long festival at the Southbank Centre which maps the history of the 20th century through its music. We hear an appraisal, by Diane Roberts, of the Cuban-American and openly gay poet Richard Blanco chosen to read at Barack Obama's inauguration next week. One of this year's New Generation Thinkers Adriana Sinclair discusses rape with the historian Joanna Bourke. And Ian Christie discusses the life and legacy of the Japanese filmmaker Nagisa Oshima who has died.Matthew Sweet talks to the Artistic Director of the South Bank Centre, Jude Kelly and the cultural historian, Peter Conrad about The Rest is Noise, a year-long festival at the Southbank Centre which maps the history of the 20th century through its...Matthew Sweet talks to the Artistic Director of the South Bank Centre, Jude Kelly and the cultural historian, Peter Conrad about The Rest is Noise, a year-long festival at the Southbank Centre which maps the history of the 20th century through its music. We hear an appraisal, by Diane Roberts, of the Cuban-American and openly gay poet Richard Blanco chosen to read at Barack Obama's inauguration next week. One of this year's New Generation Thinkers Adriana Sinclair discusses rape with the historian Joanna Bourke. And Ian Christie discusses the life and legacy of the Japanese filmmaker Nagisa Oshima who has died.Wed, 16 Jan 2013 10:42:00 +000044:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130116-1042.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130116-1042a.mp3BBC Radio 3In this edition of weekly highlights, David Benedict reviews the New Year Blockbuster Les Misérables. Philip Dodd is joined by Professors Michael King and Linda Woodhead, and theologian Mark Vernon, to explore whether we can make any sense of the idea of ‘spirituality’ without religion. And Anne McElvoy and guests discuss the life and work of the Russian director Konstantin Stanislavski, born 150 years ago this month.In this edition of weekly highlights, David Benedict reviews the New Year Blockbuster Les Misérables. Philip Dodd is joined by Professors Michael King and Linda Woodhead, and theologian Mark Vernon, to explore whether we can make any sense of the idea...In this edition of weekly highlights, David Benedict reviews the New Year Blockbuster Les Misérables. Philip Dodd is joined by Professors Michael King and Linda Woodhead, and theologian Mark Vernon, to explore whether we can make any sense of the idea of ‘spirituality’ without religion. And Anne McElvoy and guests discuss the life and work of the Russian director Konstantin Stanislavski, born 150 years ago this month.Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:05:00 +000040:35http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130115-1605.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130115-1605b.mp3BBC Radio 3Django Unchained, the newest Quentin Tarantino film causing controversy, is reviewed by Philip Dodd with cultural commentator Kit Davis and film critic Tim Robey. Author Lucy Hughes-Hallett joins Philip to discuss the life of Italian writer Gabriele D'Annunzio, the subject of her new book The Pike. We explore the complex code of English manners with Henry Hitchings, whose new book tells their history, and Chinese writer Xiaolu Guo. And Philip interviews Sharon Olds, winner of this year’s T S Eliot prize for Poetry.Django Unchained, the newest Quentin Tarantino film causing controversy, is reviewed by Philip Dodd with cultural commentator Kit Davis and film critic Tim Robey. Author Lucy Hughes-Hallett joins Philip to discuss the life of Italian writer Gabriele...Django Unchained, the newest Quentin Tarantino film causing controversy, is reviewed by Philip Dodd with cultural commentator Kit Davis and film critic Tim Robey. Author Lucy Hughes-Hallett joins Philip to discuss the life of Italian writer Gabriele D'Annunzio, the subject of her new book The Pike. We explore the complex code of English manners with Henry Hitchings, whose new book tells their history, and Chinese writer Xiaolu Guo. And Philip interviews Sharon Olds, winner of this year’s T S Eliot prize for Poetry.Tue, 15 Jan 2013 14:58:00 +000044:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130115-1458.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130115-1458a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy and guests discuss the life and work of the Russian director Konstantin Stanislavski, born 150 years ago this month. Adam Mars-Jones reviews Utopia, a new drama on Channel 4. Which should be our priority, growing the economy or protecting the environment? Environmental campaigner Tony Juniper joins Anne, along with Dr Benny Peiser to discuss. And the historian Jonathan Healey, one of our New Generation Thinkers, reflects on the proposals to change succession laws and what they might mean for the future of our monarchy.Anne McElvoy and guests discuss the life and work of the Russian director Konstantin Stanislavski, born 150 years ago this month. Adam Mars-Jones reviews Utopia, a new drama on Channel 4. Which should be our priority, growing the economy or protecting...Anne McElvoy and guests discuss the life and work of the Russian director Konstantin Stanislavski, born 150 years ago this month. Adam Mars-Jones reviews Utopia, a new drama on Channel 4. Which should be our priority, growing the economy or protecting the environment? Environmental campaigner Tony Juniper joins Anne, along with Dr Benny Peiser to discuss. And the historian Jonathan Healey, one of our New Generation Thinkers, reflects on the proposals to change succession laws and what they might mean for the future of our monarchy.Fri, 11 Jan 2013 10:27:00 +000044:45http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130111-1027.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130111-1027a.mp3BBC Radio 3To mark the 60th anniversary of Ludwig Wittgenstein’s Philosophical Investigations, Rana Mitter is joined by philosophers Rupert Read and Barry Smith, and Wittgenstein’s biographer Ray Monk, to examine his legacy in Western philosophical tradition. Graham Stewart talks about his new book which details the influence and paradoxes of the 1980s. And Aidan Foster-Carter and Shakuntala Banaji discuss the ‘soft’ power that K-Pop and Bollywood have generated for their respective countries.To mark the 60th anniversary of Ludwig Wittgenstein’s Philosophical Investigations, Rana Mitter is joined by philosophers Rupert Read and Barry Smith, and Wittgenstein’s biographer Ray Monk, to examine his legacy in Western philosophical tradition....To mark the 60th anniversary of Ludwig Wittgenstein’s Philosophical Investigations, Rana Mitter is joined by philosophers Rupert Read and Barry Smith, and Wittgenstein’s biographer Ray Monk, to examine his legacy in Western philosophical tradition. Graham Stewart talks about his new book which details the influence and paradoxes of the 1980s. And Aidan Foster-Carter and Shakuntala Banaji discuss the ‘soft’ power that K-Pop and Bollywood have generated for their respective countries.Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:12:00 +000044:37http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130110-1412.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130110-1412a.mp3BBC Radio 3Fiona Shaw takes to the stage with Samuel Coleridge’s epic The Rime of the Ancient Mariner; she joins Philip Dodd to discuss language, endurance and death. Professors Michael King and Linda Woodhead, and theologian Mark Vernon, explore whether we can make any sense of the idea of ‘spirituality’ without religion. And David Benedict reviews the New Year Blockbuster, Les Misérables.Fiona Shaw takes to the stage with Samuel Coleridge’s epic The Rime of the Ancient Mariner; she joins Philip Dodd to discuss language, endurance and death. Professors Michael King and Linda Woodhead, and theologian Mark Vernon, explore whether we can...Fiona Shaw takes to the stage with Samuel Coleridge’s epic The Rime of the Ancient Mariner; she joins Philip Dodd to discuss language, endurance and death. Professors Michael King and Linda Woodhead, and theologian Mark Vernon, explore whether we can make any sense of the idea of ‘spirituality’ without religion. And David Benedict reviews the New Year Blockbuster, Les Misérables.Wed, 09 Jan 2013 17:29:00 +000045:02http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130109-1729.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130109-1729a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet picks over the bones of the Profumo affair with the historian Richard Davenport-Hines, author of a passionate new account of the scandal. There’s also a discussion of Gangster Squad – the latest love letter from Hollywood to the world of rackets, mobsters and molls. And to round things off in real style, Matthew talks to the writer, Michael Frayn, whose 80th birthday is being celebrated with a short series of radio plays including one of his best known works; Copenhagen.Matthew Sweet picks over the bones of the Profumo affair with the historian Richard Davenport-Hines, author of a passionate new account of the scandal. There’s also a discussion of Gangster Squad – the latest love letter from Hollywood to the world of...Matthew Sweet picks over the bones of the Profumo affair with the historian Richard Davenport-Hines, author of a passionate new account of the scandal. There’s also a discussion of Gangster Squad – the latest love letter from Hollywood to the world of rackets, mobsters and molls. And to round things off in real style, Matthew talks to the writer, Michael Frayn, whose 80th birthday is being celebrated with a short series of radio plays including one of his best known works; Copenhagen.Tue, 08 Jan 2013 13:18:00 +000044:56http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130108-1318.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20130108-1318b.mp3BBC Radio 3Best-selling novelist Philippa Gregory talks to Rana Mitter about writing historical fiction, her fascination with the Tudors, and how her fiction turns the spotlight on the lives on women at significant moments in history. Recorded at The Sage Gateshead at Radio 3’s Free Thinking Festival on Sunday 4th November 2012.Best-selling novelist Philippa Gregory talks to Rana Mitter about writing historical fiction, her fascination with the Tudors, and how her fiction turns the spotlight on the lives on women at significant moments in history. Recorded at The Sage...Best-selling novelist Philippa Gregory talks to Rana Mitter about writing historical fiction, her fascination with the Tudors, and how her fiction turns the spotlight on the lives on women at significant moments in history. Recorded at The Sage Gateshead at Radio 3’s Free Thinking Festival on Sunday 4th November 2012.Fri, 21 Dec 2012 10:16:00 +000043:40http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121221-1016.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121221-1016a.mp3BBC Radio 3Bernard Rose, whose new film Boxing Day is a modern rework of Tolstoy’s Master and Man, is in conversation with Philip Dodd. In a year when public inquiries have been especially resonant, we consider what we mean by ‘the public’ and its right to justice. Historian Helen Bynum talks about the history of tuberculosis and how the disease has been romanticised in culture. And Radio 3 New Generation Thinker Nandini Das spots an unexpectedly seasonal image in the British Library’s new exhibition about Mughal India.Bernard Rose, whose new film Boxing Day is a modern rework of Tolstoy’s Master and Man, is in conversation with Philip Dodd. In a year when public inquiries have been especially resonant, we consider what we mean by ‘the public’ and its right to...Bernard Rose, whose new film Boxing Day is a modern rework of Tolstoy’s Master and Man, is in conversation with Philip Dodd. In a year when public inquiries have been especially resonant, we consider what we mean by ‘the public’ and its right to justice. Historian Helen Bynum talks about the history of tuberculosis and how the disease has been romanticised in culture. And Radio 3 New Generation Thinker Nandini Das spots an unexpectedly seasonal image in the British Library’s new exhibition about Mughal India.Fri, 21 Dec 2012 09:40:00 +000044:21http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121221-0940.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121221-0940a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet discusses The Girl, a new film about Alfred Hitchcock’s vexed relationship with Tippi Hedren, with the leading lady herself and actor Toby Jones. We celebrate the centenary of Tarzan with author Michael Chabon and the former ‘Ape Man’ stars Johnny Weissmuller and Ron Ely. And Matthew examines the compelling creations of the writer, artist and creative polymath, Alasdair Gray.Matthew Sweet discusses The Girl, a new film about Alfred Hitchcock’s vexed relationship with Tippi Hedren, with the leading lady herself and actor Toby Jones. We celebrate the centenary of Tarzan with author Michael Chabon and the former ‘Ape Man’...Matthew Sweet discusses The Girl, a new film about Alfred Hitchcock’s vexed relationship with Tippi Hedren, with the leading lady herself and actor Toby Jones. We celebrate the centenary of Tarzan with author Michael Chabon and the former ‘Ape Man’ stars Johnny Weissmuller and Ron Ely. And Matthew examines the compelling creations of the writer, artist and creative polymath, Alasdair Gray.Wed, 19 Dec 2012 12:33:00 +000044:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121219-1233.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121219-1233a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy talks to the director Ang Lee about his latest film The Life of Pi. Susannah Clapp reviews August Strindberg's play The Dance of Death which has a new adaptation by Conor McPherson. Polish-born writer and critic Agata Pyzik and Jatinder Verma who founded the South Asian theatre company Tara Arts discuss why some immigrant groups make more cultural impact than others. And Anne talks to Valery Rees about her new book, From Gabriel to Lucifer: A Cultural History of Angels.Anne McElvoy talks to the director Ang Lee about his latest film The Life of Pi. Susannah Clapp reviews August Strindberg's play The Dance of Death which has a new adaptation by Conor McPherson. Polish-born writer and critic Agata Pyzik and Jatinder...Anne McElvoy talks to the director Ang Lee about his latest film The Life of Pi. Susannah Clapp reviews August Strindberg's play The Dance of Death which has a new adaptation by Conor McPherson. Polish-born writer and critic Agata Pyzik and Jatinder Verma who founded the South Asian theatre company Tara Arts discuss why some immigrant groups make more cultural impact than others. And Anne talks to Valery Rees about her new book, From Gabriel to Lucifer: A Cultural History of Angels.Tue, 18 Dec 2012 13:40:00 +000043:54http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121218-1340.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121218-1340a.mp3BBC Radio 3Columnist and youth worker Lindsay Johns argues that we should stop listening to the young, in a talk recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival presented by Rana Mitter. He explains that we need to stop pandering to young people, and that all too often we tell them only what they want to hear. Recorded at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4th November 2012.Columnist and youth worker Lindsay Johns argues that we should stop listening to the young, in a talk recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival presented by Rana Mitter. He explains that we need to stop pandering to young people, and that all too...Columnist and youth worker Lindsay Johns argues that we should stop listening to the young, in a talk recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival presented by Rana Mitter. He explains that we need to stop pandering to young people, and that all too often we tell them only what they want to hear. Recorded at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4th November 2012.Thu, 13 Dec 2012 23:00:00 +000043:39http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121213-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121213-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3How relevant is the Nation-State in today's world? Philip Dodd debates the future of the Nation -State with political commentator Will Hutton, New Generation Thinker Adriana Sinclair, Turkish novelist Elif Shafak and historian Quentin Skinner. Susannah Clapp reviews Martin Crimp's new play In The Republic of Happiness. And Philip talks to Wm Paul Young, the American Christian author whose debut novel The Shack has sold over 18 million copies.How relevant is the Nation-State in today's world? Philip Dodd debates the future of the Nation -State with political commentator Will Hutton, New Generation Thinker Adriana Sinclair, Turkish novelist Elif Shafak and historian Quentin Skinner....How relevant is the Nation-State in today's world? Philip Dodd debates the future of the Nation -State with political commentator Will Hutton, New Generation Thinker Adriana Sinclair, Turkish novelist Elif Shafak and historian Quentin Skinner. Susannah Clapp reviews Martin Crimp's new play In The Republic of Happiness. And Philip talks to Wm Paul Young, the American Christian author whose debut novel The Shack has sold over 18 million copies.Thu, 13 Dec 2012 12:01:00 +000044:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121213-1201.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121213-1201a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet chairs an "International Review" edition of the programme and is joined by two novelists, from China, Xiaolu Guo, and from Poland, A.M. Bakalar and also by the Cairo-based Middle East affairs commentator Magdi Abdelhadi and critic Konstantin Eggert. They discuss the 50th anniversary of Lawrence of Arabia; the international reaction to the Leveson report and how media practices differ around the world; and the new English translation of a 19th century Polish novel, The Heathen by Narcyza Zmichowska.Matthew Sweet chairs an "International Review" edition of the programme and is joined by two novelists, from China, Xiaolu Guo, and from Poland, A.M. Bakalar and also by the Cairo-based Middle East affairs commentator Magdi Abdelhadi and critic...Matthew Sweet chairs an "International Review" edition of the programme and is joined by two novelists, from China, Xiaolu Guo, and from Poland, A.M. Bakalar and also by the Cairo-based Middle East affairs commentator Magdi Abdelhadi and critic Konstantin Eggert. They discuss the 50th anniversary of Lawrence of Arabia; the international reaction to the Leveson report and how media practices differ around the world; and the new English translation of a 19th century Polish novel, The Heathen by Narcyza Zmichowska.Wed, 12 Dec 2012 10:45:00 +000044:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121212-1045.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121212-1045a.mp3BBC Radio 3Constable, Gainsborough and Turner, the three towering figures of English landscape painting, have their artwork showcased in a new exhibition at the Royal Academy – Anne McElvoy is joined by art critic Lynn Nead and historian Andrew Wulf to review. Sir Ronald Harwood talks about adapting his play Quartet for the big screen. Advertising executives Robin Wight and Barry Delaney discuss the legacy of David Ogilvy. And the artist Katrina van Grouw gets under the skin of birds in a remarkable book of anatomical drawings.Constable, Gainsborough and Turner, the three towering figures of English landscape painting, have their artwork showcased in a new exhibition at the Royal Academy – Anne McElvoy is joined by art critic Lynn Nead and historian Andrew Wulf to review....Constable, Gainsborough and Turner, the three towering figures of English landscape painting, have their artwork showcased in a new exhibition at the Royal Academy – Anne McElvoy is joined by art critic Lynn Nead and historian Andrew Wulf to review. Sir Ronald Harwood talks about adapting his play Quartet for the big screen. Advertising executives Robin Wight and Barry Delaney discuss the legacy of David Ogilvy. And the artist Katrina van Grouw gets under the skin of birds in a remarkable book of anatomical drawings.Tue, 11 Dec 2012 15:54:00 +000043:09http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121211-1554.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121211-1554c.mp3BBC Radio 3Colm Toibin is one of Ireland's finest writers, whose books explore issues such as Catholicism, immigration and homosexuality. His 2009 novel Brooklyn won the Costa novel of the Year, and his latest The Testament of Mary is a controversial re-imagining of the life of the Virgin Mary. In an extended interview recorded at the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Saturday 3 November, Philip Dodd talks to Colm Toibin about his own life, his ideas, and thoughts on literature.Colm Toibin is one of Ireland's finest writers, whose books explore issues such as Catholicism, immigration and homosexuality. His 2009 novel Brooklyn won the Costa novel of the Year, and his latest The Testament of Mary is a controversial...Colm Toibin is one of Ireland's finest writers, whose books explore issues such as Catholicism, immigration and homosexuality. His 2009 novel Brooklyn won the Costa novel of the Year, and his latest The Testament of Mary is a controversial re-imagining of the life of the Virgin Mary. In an extended interview recorded at the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Saturday 3 November, Philip Dodd talks to Colm Toibin about his own life, his ideas, and thoughts on literature.Thu, 06 Dec 2012 23:00:00 +000043:18http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121206-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121206-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet speaks to acclaimed director Michael Grandage whose theatre company launches with a new production of Peter Nichols's celebrated play Privates on Parade. As a new centre in Cambridge is set up to assess the dangers that might arise from progress in artificial intelligence, Matthew talks to one of its founders Sir Martin Rees and sustainability innovator Rachel Armstrong. And Jonas Mekas, film-maker, artist, poet, and a leading figure of avant-garde and experimental cinema, discusses his remarkable and prolific sixty-year career.Matthew Sweet speaks to acclaimed director Michael Grandage whose theatre company launches with a new production of Peter Nichols's celebrated play Privates on Parade. As a new centre in Cambridge is set up to assess the dangers that might arise from...Matthew Sweet speaks to acclaimed director Michael Grandage whose theatre company launches with a new production of Peter Nichols's celebrated play Privates on Parade. As a new centre in Cambridge is set up to assess the dangers that might arise from progress in artificial intelligence, Matthew talks to one of its founders Sir Martin Rees and sustainability innovator Rachel Armstrong. And Jonas Mekas, film-maker, artist, poet, and a leading figure of avant-garde and experimental cinema, discusses his remarkable and prolific sixty-year career.Thu, 06 Dec 2012 13:13:00 +000045:01http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121206-1313.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121206-1313a.mp3BBC Radio 3Samira Ahmed hosts a discussion about cross casting with Fiona Shaw and Carol Rutter as the all female production of Julius Caesar opens at the Donmar Warehouse and Susannah Clapp gives a first night review. Tim Pat Coogan talks about his new book and what he sees as the role of Britain in the Irish Potato Famine of 1845. There's a discussion about the role of violence in Buddhist history and traditions and Samira meets two up and coming Brazilian writers: Michel Laub and Tatiana Salem Levy.Samira Ahmed hosts a discussion about cross casting with Fiona Shaw and Carol Rutter as the all female production of Julius Caesar opens at the Donmar Warehouse and Susannah Clapp gives a first night review. Tim Pat Coogan talks about his new book and...Samira Ahmed hosts a discussion about cross casting with Fiona Shaw and Carol Rutter as the all female production of Julius Caesar opens at the Donmar Warehouse and Susannah Clapp gives a first night review. Tim Pat Coogan talks about his new book and what he sees as the role of Britain in the Irish Potato Famine of 1845. There's a discussion about the role of violence in Buddhist history and traditions and Samira meets two up and coming Brazilian writers: Michel Laub and Tatiana Salem Levy.Wed, 05 Dec 2012 15:24:00 +000045:13http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121205-1524.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121205-1524a.mp3BBC Radio 3As Radio 3 marks the bicentenary of Napoleon Bonaparte’s historic retreat from Russia, Anne McElvoy examines the ambivalent relationship between France and the notorious leader, with political commentator Agnes Poirier, Professor Peter Hicks from the Napoleon foundation and Professor Michael Broers. Critic Adrian Searle discusses the winner of this year’s Turner Prize, Elizabeth Price. And there's a look at the first comprehensive history of Georgia for decades, using recently accessible archives from author Donald Rayfield.As Radio 3 marks the bicentenary of Napoleon Bonaparte’s historic retreat from Russia, Anne McElvoy examines the ambivalent relationship between France and the notorious leader, with political commentator Agnes Poirier, Professor Peter Hicks from the...As Radio 3 marks the bicentenary of Napoleon Bonaparte’s historic retreat from Russia, Anne McElvoy examines the ambivalent relationship between France and the notorious leader, with political commentator Agnes Poirier, Professor Peter Hicks from the Napoleon foundation and Professor Michael Broers. Critic Adrian Searle discusses the winner of this year’s Turner Prize, Elizabeth Price. And there's a look at the first comprehensive history of Georgia for decades, using recently accessible archives from author Donald Rayfield.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 15:33:00 +000044:57http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121204-1533.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121204-1533a.mp3BBC Radio 3Economist Ian Goldin gives a talk on Globalisation and the Future at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival. Presented by Anne McElvoy, Ian explores whether globalisation is a force for good, or whether it will be the source of an ever more unequal and unstable world. Recorded at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4th November 2012.Economist Ian Goldin gives a talk on Globalisation and the Future at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival. Presented by Anne McElvoy, Ian explores whether globalisation is a force for good, or whether it will be the source of an ever more unequal and...Economist Ian Goldin gives a talk on Globalisation and the Future at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival. Presented by Anne McElvoy, Ian explores whether globalisation is a force for good, or whether it will be the source of an ever more unequal and unstable world. Recorded at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4th November 2012.Thu, 29 Nov 2012 23:00:00 +000044:02http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121129-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121129-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Critic Kevin Jackson and Andrew Biswell join Samira Ahmed to review Napoleon Rising, a play by Anthony Burgess, ahead of its world premiere on Radio 3 on 2nd December. Samira will also be weighing up the latest film adaptation of Great Expectations with its screenwriter, David Nicholls. Designer Tom Dixon and historian Amanda Vickery review the V&A Museum’s new furniture wing. And writer and journalist James Buchan and Azar Nafisi reflect on the legacy of the 1979 Iranian revolution.Critic Kevin Jackson and Andrew Biswell join Samira Ahmed to review Napoleon Rising, a play by Anthony Burgess, ahead of its world premiere on Radio 3 on 2nd December. Samira will also be weighing up the latest film adaptation of Great Expectations...Critic Kevin Jackson and Andrew Biswell join Samira Ahmed to review Napoleon Rising, a play by Anthony Burgess, ahead of its world premiere on Radio 3 on 2nd December. Samira will also be weighing up the latest film adaptation of Great Expectations with its screenwriter, David Nicholls. Designer Tom Dixon and historian Amanda Vickery review the V&A Museum’s new furniture wing. And writer and journalist James Buchan and Azar Nafisi reflect on the legacy of the 1979 Iranian revolution.Thu, 29 Nov 2012 14:42:00 +000045:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121129-1442.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121129-1442b.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to Antony Gormley about his gigantic new sculpture Model. The leading Sondheim interpreter Maria Friedman reveals why she has decided to move from acting to directing for a new production of Sondheim's Merrily We Roll Along. Matthew is joined by the psychologists Nicholas Humphrey and Thomas Hill to debate whether we are as smart as we used to be. And as the literary archive of the great Russian film-maker Andrei Tarkovsky comes up for auction, Matthew looks at his potent legacy.Matthew Sweet talks to Antony Gormley about his gigantic new sculpture Model. The leading Sondheim interpreter Maria Friedman reveals why she has decided to move from acting to directing for a new production of Sondheim's Merrily We Roll Along....Matthew Sweet talks to Antony Gormley about his gigantic new sculpture Model. The leading Sondheim interpreter Maria Friedman reveals why she has decided to move from acting to directing for a new production of Sondheim's Merrily We Roll Along. Matthew is joined by the psychologists Nicholas Humphrey and Thomas Hill to debate whether we are as smart as we used to be. And as the literary archive of the great Russian film-maker Andrei Tarkovsky comes up for auction, Matthew looks at his potent legacy.Wed, 28 Nov 2012 11:11:00 +000044:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121128-1111.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121128-1111a.mp3BBC Radio 3Nassim Nicholas Taleb, the banker-turned-philosopher who predicted the 2008 financial crash, joins Rana to present his argument on being ‘antifragile’. Jeremy Jennings and Patricia Thornton consider why it is that, according to rumours, the new Chinese leadership under Xi Jinping is turning to a political text by Alexis de Tocqueville. And Sarah Dunant reviews The Hunt, the new film by Thomas Vinterberg which chronicles the chilling story of a teacher falsely accused of abusing a child.Nassim Nicholas Taleb, the banker-turned-philosopher who predicted the 2008 financial crash, joins Rana to present his argument on being ‘antifragile’. Jeremy Jennings and Patricia Thornton consider why it is that, according to rumours, the new...Nassim Nicholas Taleb, the banker-turned-philosopher who predicted the 2008 financial crash, joins Rana to present his argument on being ‘antifragile’. Jeremy Jennings and Patricia Thornton consider why it is that, according to rumours, the new Chinese leadership under Xi Jinping is turning to a political text by Alexis de Tocqueville. And Sarah Dunant reviews The Hunt, the new film by Thomas Vinterberg which chronicles the chilling story of a teacher falsely accused of abusing a child.Tue, 27 Nov 2012 18:20:00 +000045:12http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121127-1820.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121127-1820a.mp3BBC Radio 3What kind of societies will the Arab Spring give birth to? Democratic, Capitalist, Islamic, or Unstable? Jeremy Bowen, the BBC’s Middle East Editor, and Egyptian political economist Tarek Osman join Samira Ahmed to discuss this issue and to explore what the possible implications may be for the western world. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Saturday 3rd November 2012.What kind of societies will the Arab Spring give birth to? Democratic, Capitalist, Islamic, or Unstable? Jeremy Bowen, the BBC’s Middle East Editor, and Egyptian political economist Tarek Osman join Samira Ahmed to discuss this issue and to explore...What kind of societies will the Arab Spring give birth to? Democratic, Capitalist, Islamic, or Unstable? Jeremy Bowen, the BBC’s Middle East Editor, and Egyptian political economist Tarek Osman join Samira Ahmed to discuss this issue and to explore what the possible implications may be for the western world. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Saturday 3rd November 2012.Thu, 22 Nov 2012 22:45:00 +000044:24http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121122-2245.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121122-2245a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet debates how the discovery of alien life might change the way we think about humanity and how it will impact our moral and philosophical universe. Matthew is joined by the best-selling science-fiction writer Stephen Baxter, the science broadcaster and journalist Sue Nelson, the futurist and neuroscientist Anders Sandberg, and one of our leading space scientists, John Zarnecki, Professor of Space Science at the Open University. This event was recorded as part of Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4th November 2012.Matthew Sweet debates how the discovery of alien life might change the way we think about humanity and how it will impact our moral and philosophical universe. Matthew is joined by the best-selling science-fiction writer Stephen Baxter, the science...Matthew Sweet debates how the discovery of alien life might change the way we think about humanity and how it will impact our moral and philosophical universe. Matthew is joined by the best-selling science-fiction writer Stephen Baxter, the science broadcaster and journalist Sue Nelson, the futurist and neuroscientist Anders Sandberg, and one of our leading space scientists, John Zarnecki, Professor of Space Science at the Open University. This event was recorded as part of Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4th November 2012.Wed, 21 Nov 2012 23:00:00 +000044:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121121-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121121-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Julie Bindel gives a talk arguing that sexuality is a choice at the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival. In a talk titled Not Born This Way, the feminist, lesbian, columnist and writer Julie Bindel challenges liberal thinking by arguing that sexuality is indeed a choice, and that the current scientific quest to identify a gay gene is both pointless and dangerous. The event is chaired by Night Waves presenter Samira Ahmed and recorded at The Sage Gateshead on Saturday 3 November 2012.Julie Bindel gives a talk arguing that sexuality is a choice at the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival. In a talk titled Not Born This Way, the feminist, lesbian, columnist and writer Julie Bindel challenges liberal thinking by arguing that sexuality is...Julie Bindel gives a talk arguing that sexuality is a choice at the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival. In a talk titled Not Born This Way, the feminist, lesbian, columnist and writer Julie Bindel challenges liberal thinking by arguing that sexuality is indeed a choice, and that the current scientific quest to identify a gay gene is both pointless and dangerous. The event is chaired by Night Waves presenter Samira Ahmed and recorded at The Sage Gateshead on Saturday 3 November 2012.Tue, 20 Nov 2012 23:00:00 +000037:37http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121120-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121120-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3As our global population increases and technology encourages instant communication, are we becoming more sociable, or lonelier in a high tech crowd? To debate, Anne McElvoy is joined by broadcaster Kate Adie, clinical psychologist Oliver James, The Times columnist David Aaronovitch and philosopher Julian Baggini. This event was recorded as part of Radio 3’s Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Saturday 3rd November.As our global population increases and technology encourages instant communication, are we becoming more sociable, or lonelier in a high tech crowd? To debate, Anne McElvoy is joined by broadcaster Kate Adie, clinical psychologist Oliver James, The...As our global population increases and technology encourages instant communication, are we becoming more sociable, or lonelier in a high tech crowd? To debate, Anne McElvoy is joined by broadcaster Kate Adie, clinical psychologist Oliver James, The Times columnist David Aaronovitch and philosopher Julian Baggini. This event was recorded as part of Radio 3’s Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Saturday 3rd November.Mon, 19 Nov 2012 22:45:00 +000044:09http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121119-2245.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121119-2245a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Smith, one of Radio 3’s New Generation Thinkers, explores why the simple peanut has become a battleground of medical debate. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage, Gateshead on Sunday 4th November 2012.Matthew Smith, one of Radio 3’s New Generation Thinkers, explores why the simple peanut has become a battleground of medical debate. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage, Gateshead on Sunday 4th November 2012....Matthew Smith, one of Radio 3’s New Generation Thinkers, explores why the simple peanut has become a battleground of medical debate. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage, Gateshead on Sunday 4th November 2012.Fri, 16 Nov 2012 23:59:00 +000014:16http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121116-2359.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121116-2359a.mp3BBC Radio 3Why have humans evolved to speak so many incomprehensible languages? Why do we work against our own survival by going to war with one another? Evolutionary Biologist Mark Pagel explores how humanity will evolve in the future and if we are likely to become a world with one state and one language. This event was recorded as part of Radio 3’s Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4th November.Why have humans evolved to speak so many incomprehensible languages? Why do we work against our own survival by going to war with one another? Evolutionary Biologist Mark Pagel explores how humanity will evolve in the future and if we are likely to...Why have humans evolved to speak so many incomprehensible languages? Why do we work against our own survival by going to war with one another? Evolutionary Biologist Mark Pagel explores how humanity will evolve in the future and if we are likely to become a world with one state and one language. This event was recorded as part of Radio 3’s Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4th November.Fri, 16 Nov 2012 22:45:00 +000044:47http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121116-2245.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121116-2245a.mp3BBC Radio 3Sue-Ann Harding, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk in which she ponders the differences between an expat and an immigrant. She draws on television portrayals of migrants and personal experience to explore and challenge the ideas we have about migration. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage, Gateshead on Saturday 3 November 2012.Sue-Ann Harding, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk in which she ponders the differences between an expat and an immigrant. She draws on television portrayals of migrants and personal experience to explore and challenge the ideas...Sue-Ann Harding, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk in which she ponders the differences between an expat and an immigrant. She draws on television portrayals of migrants and personal experience to explore and challenge the ideas we have about migration. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage, Gateshead on Saturday 3 November 2012.Thu, 15 Nov 2012 23:59:00 +000014:20http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121115-2359.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121115-2359a.mp3BBC Radio 3What does it mean to belong? Multiculturalism, integration and social division are increasingly part of the political debate. But what impact does immigration have on everyone's sense of national identity? To debate, Philip Dodd is joined by David Goodhart, director of Demos think-tank, Migration Watch Vice Chairman Alp Mehmet, Professor Jean Grugel of Sheffield University, and Sunder Katwala, director of think-tank British Future. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4 November 2012.What does it mean to belong? Multiculturalism, integration and social division are increasingly part of the political debate. But what impact does immigration have on everyone's sense of national identity? To debate, Philip Dodd is joined by David...What does it mean to belong? Multiculturalism, integration and social division are increasingly part of the political debate. But what impact does immigration have on everyone's sense of national identity? To debate, Philip Dodd is joined by David Goodhart, director of Demos think-tank, Migration Watch Vice Chairman Alp Mehmet, Professor Jean Grugel of Sheffield University, and Sunder Katwala, director of think-tank British Future. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4 November 2012.Thu, 15 Nov 2012 22:50:00 +000046:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121115-2250.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121115-2250b.mp3BBC Radio 3Joshua Nall, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on the Victorian obsession with the planet Mars at the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival. With the recent success of NASA's Curiosity lander, Mars is firmly back on the agenda. But where did our fascination with the red planet start? Recorded at The Sage Gateshead on Saturday 3 November 2012.Joshua Nall, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on the Victorian obsession with the planet Mars at the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival. With the recent success of NASA's Curiosity lander, Mars is firmly back on the agenda. But where...Joshua Nall, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on the Victorian obsession with the planet Mars at the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival. With the recent success of NASA's Curiosity lander, Mars is firmly back on the agenda. But where did our fascination with the red planet start? Recorded at The Sage Gateshead on Saturday 3 November 2012.Thu, 15 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +000014:32http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121115-0000.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121115-0000a.mp3BBC Radio 3As Scotland heads towards a referendum on independence, Vicky Featherstone discusses the role of a modern day national theatre in shaping and capturing national identity and history. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4 November 2012.As Scotland heads towards a referendum on independence, Vicky Featherstone discusses the role of a modern day national theatre in shaping and capturing national identity and history. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead...As Scotland heads towards a referendum on independence, Vicky Featherstone discusses the role of a modern day national theatre in shaping and capturing national identity and history. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4 November 2012.Wed, 14 Nov 2012 22:59:00 +000043:57http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121114-2259.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121114-2259a.mp3BBC Radio 3Nandini Das, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on the 16th Century craze for crime pamphlets; a phenomenon which revealed a new secret world to readers and which became the first best-selling sensation of the popular press. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage, Gateshead on Saturday 3 November 2012.Nandini Das, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on the 16th Century craze for crime pamphlets; a phenomenon which revealed a new secret world to readers and which became the first best-selling sensation of the popular press....Nandini Das, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on the 16th Century craze for crime pamphlets; a phenomenon which revealed a new secret world to readers and which became the first best-selling sensation of the popular press. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage, Gateshead on Saturday 3 November 2012.Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:05:00 +000014:17http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121114-0005.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121114-0005a.mp3BBC Radio 3Does World History still mean Western History, or do we need a radical new understanding of the past? To discuss, Rana Mitter is joined by historian Antony Beevor, broadcaster Andrew Marr and India expert Maria Misra. This event was recorded as part of Radio 3’s Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Saturday 3rd November.Does World History still mean Western History, or do we need a radical new understanding of the past? To discuss, Rana Mitter is joined by historian Antony Beevor, broadcaster Andrew Marr and India expert Maria Misra. This event was recorded as part...Does World History still mean Western History, or do we need a radical new understanding of the past? To discuss, Rana Mitter is joined by historian Antony Beevor, broadcaster Andrew Marr and India expert Maria Misra. This event was recorded as part of Radio 3’s Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Saturday 3rd November.Tue, 13 Nov 2012 23:00:00 +000044:09http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121113-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121113-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Martin Goodman, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on the perils of writing biographies. "Following in the footsteps" is an obsession for biographers as they travel the world to bring their subjects to life, sometimes with dangerous consequences. Recorded at the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival on Sunday 4 November 2012 at The Sage Gateshead.Martin Goodman, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on the perils of writing biographies. "Following in the footsteps" is an obsession for biographers as they travel the world to bring their subjects to life, sometimes with...Martin Goodman, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on the perils of writing biographies. "Following in the footsteps" is an obsession for biographers as they travel the world to bring their subjects to life, sometimes with dangerous consequences. Recorded at the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival on Sunday 4 November 2012 at The Sage Gateshead.Mon, 12 Nov 2012 23:59:00 +000013:59http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121112-2359.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121112-2359a.mp3BBC Radio 3Amos Oz, one of Israel's most influential thinkers, gives a talk on the Middle East and the prospect of future co-existence between Israel and Palestine. The event is chaired by Night Waves presenter Philip Dodd and recorded as part of Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival 2012 on Saturday 3 November 2012 at The Sage Gateshead.Amos Oz, one of Israel's most influential thinkers, gives a talk on the Middle East and the prospect of future co-existence between Israel and Palestine. The event is chaired by Night Waves presenter Philip Dodd and recorded as part of Radio 3's Free...Amos Oz, one of Israel's most influential thinkers, gives a talk on the Middle East and the prospect of future co-existence between Israel and Palestine. The event is chaired by Night Waves presenter Philip Dodd and recorded as part of Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival 2012 on Saturday 3 November 2012 at The Sage Gateshead.Mon, 12 Nov 2012 23:00:00 +000043:54http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121112-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121112-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Timothy Secret, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers , gives a talk during Free Thinking 2012 exploring how we react when looked at by animals. Our world changes when we're on display. But how do we react when an animal, rather than a human, looks at us? Is there a difference, and what does this say about our relationship with animals? Recorded on Saturday 3 November 2012 at The Sage Gateshead.Timothy Secret, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers , gives a talk during Free Thinking 2012 exploring how we react when looked at by animals. Our world changes when we're on display. But how do we react when an animal, rather than a human, looks...Timothy Secret, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers , gives a talk during Free Thinking 2012 exploring how we react when looked at by animals. Our world changes when we're on display. But how do we react when an animal, rather than a human, looks at us? Is there a difference, and what does this say about our relationship with animals? Recorded on Saturday 3 November 2012 at The Sage Gateshead.Fri, 09 Nov 2012 23:30:00 +000014:19http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121109-2330.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121109-2330a.mp3BBC Radio 3Emma Griffin, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on what makes a good mother, recorded at the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2012. Historian Emma Griffin of the University of East Anglia turns to the poor of Victorian Britain to ask what made a good mother then in families struggling to keep body and soul together. She finds that our own values and ideas about motherhood may not be as instinctive as we like to believe. Recorded on Sunday 4 November 2012 at The Sage Gateshead.Emma Griffin, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on what makes a good mother, recorded at the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2012. Historian Emma Griffin of the University of East Anglia turns to the poor of Victorian Britain to...Emma Griffin, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on what makes a good mother, recorded at the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2012. Historian Emma Griffin of the University of East Anglia turns to the poor of Victorian Britain to ask what made a good mother then in families struggling to keep body and soul together. She finds that our own values and ideas about motherhood may not be as instinctive as we like to believe. Recorded on Sunday 4 November 2012 at The Sage Gateshead.Thu, 08 Nov 2012 23:59:00 +000014:27http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121108-2359.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121108-2359b.mp3BBC Radio 3An audience with Lee Hall, writer of Billy Elliot and The Pitmen Painters, recorded at The Sage Gateshead as part of the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival. From a working-class background, much of Hall's work explores the complexities of what class means in the UK. At the festival Lee Hall discusses class and art, his own life, writing and ideas. The event is chaired by Night Waves presenter Philip Dodd and recorded on Sunday 4 November 2012.An audience with Lee Hall, writer of Billy Elliot and The Pitmen Painters, recorded at The Sage Gateshead as part of the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival. From a working-class background, much of Hall's work explores the complexities of what class means...An audience with Lee Hall, writer of Billy Elliot and The Pitmen Painters, recorded at The Sage Gateshead as part of the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival. From a working-class background, much of Hall's work explores the complexities of what class means in the UK. At the festival Lee Hall discusses class and art, his own life, writing and ideas. The event is chaired by Night Waves presenter Philip Dodd and recorded on Sunday 4 November 2012.Thu, 08 Nov 2012 22:58:00 +000043:02http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121108-2258.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121108-2258a.mp3BBC Radio 3Jonathan Healey, one of Radio 3’s New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk questioning the value of lessons learnt from history and applied to our own world today. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4th November 2012.Jonathan Healey, one of Radio 3’s New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk questioning the value of lessons learnt from history and applied to our own world today. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4th November...Jonathan Healey, one of Radio 3’s New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk questioning the value of lessons learnt from history and applied to our own world today. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage Gateshead on Sunday 4th November 2012.Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +000014:23http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121108-0000.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121108-0000c.mp3BBC Radio 3Theologian Mona Siddiqui and historian Tom Holland join Radio 3’s Free Thinking Festival to explore what differentiates Islam from Christianity, and the impact that this has on the world today, from their different historical origins to their alternate versions of God. Presented by Samira Ahmed and recorded on Sunday 4th November 2012 at The Sage Gateshead.Theologian Mona Siddiqui and historian Tom Holland join Radio 3’s Free Thinking Festival to explore what differentiates Islam from Christianity, and the impact that this has on the world today, from their different historical origins to their...Theologian Mona Siddiqui and historian Tom Holland join Radio 3’s Free Thinking Festival to explore what differentiates Islam from Christianity, and the impact that this has on the world today, from their different historical origins to their alternate versions of God. Presented by Samira Ahmed and recorded on Sunday 4th November 2012 at The Sage Gateshead.Wed, 07 Nov 2012 22:50:00 +000044:33http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121107-2250.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121107-2250a.mp3BBC Radio 3Adriana Sinclair, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on the control ex-colonies increasingly exert over their former colonial powers. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage, Gateshead, on Sunday 4th November 2012.Adriana Sinclair, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on the control ex-colonies increasingly exert over their former colonial powers. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage, Gateshead, on Sunday 4th November 2012....Adriana Sinclair, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk on the control ex-colonies increasingly exert over their former colonial powers. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage, Gateshead, on Sunday 4th November 2012.Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +000014:25http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121107-0000.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121107-0000b.mp3BBC Radio 3Is Social Mobility Overrated? Anne McElvoy chairs a debate from the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival, tackling this pertinent topic which raises issues of class, wealth and education. To discuss, she is joined by Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee, Oxford historian Lawrence Goldman, management consultant Jamie Whyte, and Director of SCHOOLS NorthEast Beccy Earnshaw. Recorded on Saturday 3 November 2012 at The Sage, Gateshead.Is Social Mobility Overrated? Anne McElvoy chairs a debate from the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival, tackling this pertinent topic which raises issues of class, wealth and education. To discuss, she is joined by Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee, Oxford...Is Social Mobility Overrated? Anne McElvoy chairs a debate from the Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival, tackling this pertinent topic which raises issues of class, wealth and education. To discuss, she is joined by Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee, Oxford historian Lawrence Goldman, management consultant Jamie Whyte, and Director of SCHOOLS NorthEast Beccy Earnshaw. Recorded on Saturday 3 November 2012 at The Sage, Gateshead.Tue, 06 Nov 2012 22:45:00 +000044:05http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121106-2245.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121106-2245a.mp3BBC Radio 3Charlotte Blease, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk that questions the relationship between doctors and patients. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage, Gateshead on Saturday 3 November 2012.Charlotte Blease, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk that questions the relationship between doctors and patients. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage, Gateshead on Saturday 3 November 2012....Charlotte Blease, one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, gives a talk that questions the relationship between doctors and patients. Recorded at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival at The Sage, Gateshead on Saturday 3 November 2012.Mon, 05 Nov 2012 23:59:00 +000014:17http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121105-2359.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121105-2359a.mp3BBC Radio 3On the eve of the US election, Michael Ignatieff gives a talk at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival on Enemies in Politics, revealing what he believes needs to be done to restore faith in politics. Presented by Matthew Sweet and recorded on Saturday 3 November 2012 at The Sage, Gateshead.On the eve of the US election, Michael Ignatieff gives a talk at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival on Enemies in Politics, revealing what he believes needs to be done to restore faith in politics. Presented by Matthew Sweet and recorded on Saturday 3...On the eve of the US election, Michael Ignatieff gives a talk at Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival on Enemies in Politics, revealing what he believes needs to be done to restore faith in politics. Presented by Matthew Sweet and recorded on Saturday 3 November 2012 at The Sage, Gateshead.Mon, 05 Nov 2012 22:58:00 +000046:39http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121105-2258.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121105-2258a.mp3BBC Radio 3Mary Robinson delivers the opening lecture of the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2012, arguing that women leaders are better placed than men to sort out the crises of the 21st Century. Presented by Matthew Sweet and recorded on Friday 2 November 2012 in front of a live audience at The Sage, Gateshead.Mary Robinson delivers the opening lecture of the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2012, arguing that women leaders are better placed than men to sort out the crises of the 21st Century. Presented by Matthew Sweet and recorded on Friday 2 November...Mary Robinson delivers the opening lecture of the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2012, arguing that women leaders are better placed than men to sort out the crises of the 21st Century. Presented by Matthew Sweet and recorded on Friday 2 November 2012 in front of a live audience at The Sage, Gateshead.Mon, 05 Nov 2012 16:17:00 +000058:54http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121105-1617.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121105-1617a.mp3BBC Radio 3Rana Mitter discusses two new shows of the painter, Frank Auerbach's work with the critic, Bill Feaver and explores the vexed terrain of surveillance with the philosopher, Zygmunt Bauman and the journalist, Nick Cohen. There's also a review of a DVD release of Die Nibelungen, one of Fritz Lang's great films and the playwright Christopher Hampton talks about his new play, Appomattox and shares his enthusiasm for a neglected masterpiece of European literature, Odon von Horvath's The Age of the Fish.Rana Mitter discusses two new shows of the painter, Frank Auerbach's work with the critic, Bill Feaver and explores the vexed terrain of surveillance with the philosopher, Zygmunt Bauman and the journalist, Nick Cohen. There's also a review of a DVD...Rana Mitter discusses two new shows of the painter, Frank Auerbach's work with the critic, Bill Feaver and explores the vexed terrain of surveillance with the philosopher, Zygmunt Bauman and the journalist, Nick Cohen. There's also a review of a DVD release of Die Nibelungen, one of Fritz Lang's great films and the playwright Christopher Hampton talks about his new play, Appomattox and shares his enthusiasm for a neglected masterpiece of European literature, Odon von Horvath's The Age of the Fish.Thu, 01 Nov 2012 23:00:00 +000044:32http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121101-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121101-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd presents a Landmark edition examining Muriel Spark's 1961 novel The Prime Of Miss Jean Brodie. It's a fierce assault on the smug, joyless and sexless quality of Edinburgh middle-class life in the 1930s. Philip is joined by novelists Ian Rankin, Louise Welsh and former Bishop of Edinburgh Richard Holloway to examine this acclaimed and disturbing portrait of adolescent trauma and lost innocence.Philip Dodd presents a Landmark edition examining Muriel Spark's 1961 novel The Prime Of Miss Jean Brodie. It's a fierce assault on the smug, joyless and sexless quality of Edinburgh middle-class life in the 1930s. Philip is joined by novelists Ian...Philip Dodd presents a Landmark edition examining Muriel Spark's 1961 novel The Prime Of Miss Jean Brodie. It's a fierce assault on the smug, joyless and sexless quality of Edinburgh middle-class life in the 1930s. Philip is joined by novelists Ian Rankin, Louise Welsh and former Bishop of Edinburgh Richard Holloway to examine this acclaimed and disturbing portrait of adolescent trauma and lost innocence.Thu, 01 Nov 2012 17:25:00 +000042:32http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121101-1725.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121101-1725a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to the comedian Ken Dodd about his life and career. Seventy seven years after he made his debut as a ventriloquist in Liverpool Dodd is still touring the country with his Happiness show. In the 1960s he broke box office records at the London Palladium where he played twice nightly for 42 weeks and has sold almost as many records as the Beatles. He talks to Matthew about why he will never stop performing and his interest in the theories of humour and comedy.Matthew Sweet talks to the comedian Ken Dodd about his life and career. Seventy seven years after he made his debut as a ventriloquist in Liverpool Dodd is still touring the country with his Happiness show. In the 1960s he broke box office records at...Matthew Sweet talks to the comedian Ken Dodd about his life and career. Seventy seven years after he made his debut as a ventriloquist in Liverpool Dodd is still touring the country with his Happiness show. In the 1960s he broke box office records at the London Palladium where he played twice nightly for 42 weeks and has sold almost as many records as the Beatles. He talks to Matthew about why he will never stop performing and his interest in the theories of humour and comedy.Tue, 30 Oct 2012 23:00:00 +000040:41http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121030-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121030-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Phil Redmond, the creator of ground-breaking series such as Grange Hill, Brookside and Hollyoaks, joins Philip Dodd to discuss his new autobiography which charts his journey of success from being a working class lad in Liverpool. Michael Goldfarb, journalist and broadcaster, and Colleen Graffy, professor of law at Pepperdine University, join Philip to consider the concept of Them and Us, and whether the social and culture wars in America are rendering its people ever more divided. And film critic Nigel Floyd joins Michael Goldfarb to review The Master, the new film by Paul Thomas Anderson which is tipped for Oscar nominations.Phil Redmond, the creator of ground-breaking series such as Grange Hill, Brookside and Hollyoaks, joins Philip Dodd to discuss his new autobiography which charts his journey of success from being a working class lad in Liverpool. Michael Goldfarb,...Phil Redmond, the creator of ground-breaking series such as Grange Hill, Brookside and Hollyoaks, joins Philip Dodd to discuss his new autobiography which charts his journey of success from being a working class lad in Liverpool. Michael Goldfarb, journalist and broadcaster, and Colleen Graffy, professor of law at Pepperdine University, join Philip to consider the concept of Them and Us, and whether the social and culture wars in America are rendering its people ever more divided. And film critic Nigel Floyd joins Michael Goldfarb to review The Master, the new film by Paul Thomas Anderson which is tipped for Oscar nominations.Tue, 30 Oct 2012 17:42:00 +000045:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121030-1742.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121030-1742a.mp3BBC Radio 3Thomas Keneally joins Anne McElvoy to discuss his new novel The Daughters of Mars, which examines the hidden wounds of two nurses as they confront the horrors of Gallipoli. Richard Cork and Juliet Gardiner review Barbara Hepworth’s hospital drawings, exhibited at the Hepworth Wakefield, sketched during her hours observing hospital procedures between 1947 and 1949. And Anne talks to David Byrne, musician, artist and essayist, about his new book How Music Works.Thomas Keneally joins Anne McElvoy to discuss his new novel The Daughters of Mars, which examines the hidden wounds of two nurses as they confront the horrors of Gallipoli. Richard Cork and Juliet Gardiner review Barbara Hepworth’s hospital drawings,...Thomas Keneally joins Anne McElvoy to discuss his new novel The Daughters of Mars, which examines the hidden wounds of two nurses as they confront the horrors of Gallipoli. Richard Cork and Juliet Gardiner review Barbara Hepworth’s hospital drawings, exhibited at the Hepworth Wakefield, sketched during her hours observing hospital procedures between 1947 and 1949. And Anne talks to David Byrne, musician, artist and essayist, about his new book How Music Works.Fri, 26 Oct 2012 17:22:00 +010045:01http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121026-1722.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121026-1722a.mp3BBC Radio 3In a special edition Samira Ahmed examines the importance of Norse and Greek mythology to Wagner and how the tales of ancient heroism influenced his work and in particular the Ring Cycle, with novelist A.S. Byatt, philosopher Roger Scruton and lecturer in music and European history Mark Berry.In a special edition Samira Ahmed examines the importance of Norse and Greek mythology to Wagner and how the tales of ancient heroism influenced his work and in particular the Ring Cycle, with novelist A.S. Byatt, philosopher Roger Scruton and...In a special edition Samira Ahmed examines the importance of Norse and Greek mythology to Wagner and how the tales of ancient heroism influenced his work and in particular the Ring Cycle, with novelist A.S. Byatt, philosopher Roger Scruton and lecturer in music and European history Mark Berry.Thu, 25 Oct 2012 17:16:00 +010042:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121025-1716.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121025-1716a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd talks to Playwright Howard Brenton discussing his new play, 55 days, focusing on Cromwell and Charles 1st. The life of traveller and writer Paddy Leigh Fermor often appears to have been one great adventure. Biographer Artemis Cooper is joined by acclaimed travel writer Colin Thubron to discuss who the great travel writer really was. Corin Throsby reviews Elena, the Russian film which won a special prize at the Cannes Film Festival this year. And Jo Nesbo, the Norwegian writer and economist, reflects on his novel The Bat, as the first of the Harry Hole detective novels is finally translated into English.Philip Dodd talks to Playwright Howard Brenton discussing his new play, 55 days, focusing on Cromwell and Charles 1st. The life of traveller and writer Paddy Leigh Fermor often appears to have been one great adventure. Biographer Artemis Cooper is...Philip Dodd talks to Playwright Howard Brenton discussing his new play, 55 days, focusing on Cromwell and Charles 1st. The life of traveller and writer Paddy Leigh Fermor often appears to have been one great adventure. Biographer Artemis Cooper is joined by acclaimed travel writer Colin Thubron to discuss who the great travel writer really was. Corin Throsby reviews Elena, the Russian film which won a special prize at the Cannes Film Festival this year. And Jo Nesbo, the Norwegian writer and economist, reflects on his novel The Bat, as the first of the Harry Hole detective novels is finally translated into English.Wed, 24 Oct 2012 17:32:00 +010045:36http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121024-1732.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121024-1732a.mp3BBC Radio 3Malu Halasa, curator of the Culture in Defiance exhibition in Amsterdam, joins Matthew to discuss how the struggle for freedom in Syria has given birth to a whole new generation of artists. In the wake of the recent allegations about Jimmy Savile's abuse of young women and boys, Matthew Sweet asks criminologist David Wilson and priest Giles Fraser why institutions find it so difficult to respond to cases of abuse. And film critic David Thomson discusses his latest book The Big Screen: the Story of the Movies and What they Did to Us.Malu Halasa, curator of the Culture in Defiance exhibition in Amsterdam, joins Matthew to discuss how the struggle for freedom in Syria has given birth to a whole new generation of artists. In the wake of the recent allegations about Jimmy Savile's...Malu Halasa, curator of the Culture in Defiance exhibition in Amsterdam, joins Matthew to discuss how the struggle for freedom in Syria has given birth to a whole new generation of artists. In the wake of the recent allegations about Jimmy Savile's abuse of young women and boys, Matthew Sweet asks criminologist David Wilson and priest Giles Fraser why institutions find it so difficult to respond to cases of abuse. And film critic David Thomson discusses his latest book The Big Screen: the Story of the Movies and What they Did to Us.Tue, 23 Oct 2012 18:17:00 +010045:31http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121023-1817.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121023-1817b.mp3BBC Radio 3The friendship that developed between Wagner and Nietzsche is documented in a vast collection of letters and writings, reflecting one of the most resonant cultural and philosophical scenes of 19th century Europe. In a special edition Anne McElvoy with Nick Seddon, John Deathridge and Michael Tanner map this intellectual development which informed Wagner's work. With readings by Andrew Fallaize.The friendship that developed between Wagner and Nietzsche is documented in a vast collection of letters and writings, reflecting one of the most resonant cultural and philosophical scenes of 19th century Europe. In a special edition Anne McElvoy with...The friendship that developed between Wagner and Nietzsche is documented in a vast collection of letters and writings, reflecting one of the most resonant cultural and philosophical scenes of 19th century Europe. In a special edition Anne McElvoy with Nick Seddon, John Deathridge and Michael Tanner map this intellectual development which informed Wagner's work. With readings by Andrew Fallaize.Thu, 18 Oct 2012 23:00:00 +010043:32http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121018-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121018-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd discusses The End of Men: And the Rise of Women with author Hanna Rosin. He experiences the world of Hollywood Costume at the Victoria & Albert museum with the exhibition's curator Deborah Nadoolman Landis. Sally Weintraub answers; What is the contribution that psychoanalysis can make to possibly the most traumatic issue facing humanity and yet one which the vast majority of us simply ignore? And Kevin Jackson talks about his new book 'Constellation of Genius - 1922, Modernism, Year One' putting the accomplishments of Eliot and Joyce in the context of the world in which their works appeared.Philip Dodd discusses The End of Men: And the Rise of Women with author Hanna Rosin. He experiences the world of Hollywood Costume at the Victoria & Albert museum with the exhibition's curator Deborah Nadoolman Landis. Sally Weintraub answers; What is...Philip Dodd discusses The End of Men: And the Rise of Women with author Hanna Rosin. He experiences the world of Hollywood Costume at the Victoria & Albert museum with the exhibition's curator Deborah Nadoolman Landis. Sally Weintraub answers; What is the contribution that psychoanalysis can make to possibly the most traumatic issue facing humanity and yet one which the vast majority of us simply ignore? And Kevin Jackson talks about his new book 'Constellation of Genius - 1922, Modernism, Year One' putting the accomplishments of Eliot and Joyce in the context of the world in which their works appeared.Thu, 18 Oct 2012 15:26:00 +010044:43http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121018-1526.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121018-1526a.mp3BBC Radio 3Pulitzer Prize winning novelist Michael Chabon joins Matthew Sweet to discuss his new book Telegraph Avenue and to reflect on the joys and perils of nostalgia. Joanna van Heyningen, a judge for the RIBA Stirling Prize, explains why Stanton Williams’ Sainsbury Laboratory was granted this year's award. Novelist A.S. Byatt and Alexandra Harris, Lecturer in English at the University of Liverpool, argue for the Ash tree’s importance in our mythical and physical landscape. And Nicholas Roe discusses his new biography of celebrated romantic poet John Keats.Pulitzer Prize winning novelist Michael Chabon joins Matthew Sweet to discuss his new book Telegraph Avenue and to reflect on the joys and perils of nostalgia. Joanna van Heyningen, a judge for the RIBA Stirling Prize, explains why Stanton Williams’...Pulitzer Prize winning novelist Michael Chabon joins Matthew Sweet to discuss his new book Telegraph Avenue and to reflect on the joys and perils of nostalgia. Joanna van Heyningen, a judge for the RIBA Stirling Prize, explains why Stanton Williams’ Sainsbury Laboratory was granted this year's award. Novelist A.S. Byatt and Alexandra Harris, Lecturer in English at the University of Liverpool, argue for the Ash tree’s importance in our mythical and physical landscape. And Nicholas Roe discusses his new biography of celebrated romantic poet John Keats.Wed, 17 Oct 2012 19:29:00 +010044:42http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121017-1929.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121017-1929a.mp3BBC Radio 3Sculptor Anish Kapoor joins Samira Ahmed to discuss his new exhibition at London's Lisson Gallery. As the Nobel Prize for literature is awarded to the Chinese author Mo Yan, Rana Mitter tells us about the writer’s work and what the prize will mean to China. Susannah Clapp offers a first night review of Samuel Beckett’s play, All That Fall. We explore disputes in the early Church about the role of women in Christianity, starting with the claim that Jesus was married. And we review a new exhibition on Frontline Medicine at the Imperial War Museum North.Sculptor Anish Kapoor joins Samira Ahmed to discuss his new exhibition at London's Lisson Gallery. As the Nobel Prize for literature is awarded to the Chinese author Mo Yan, Rana Mitter tells us about the writer’s work and what the prize will mean...Sculptor Anish Kapoor joins Samira Ahmed to discuss his new exhibition at London's Lisson Gallery. As the Nobel Prize for literature is awarded to the Chinese author Mo Yan, Rana Mitter tells us about the writer’s work and what the prize will mean to China. Susannah Clapp offers a first night review of Samuel Beckett’s play, All That Fall. We explore disputes in the early Church about the role of women in Christianity, starting with the claim that Jesus was married. And we review a new exhibition on Frontline Medicine at the Imperial War Museum North.Fri, 12 Oct 2012 14:58:00 +010045:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121012-1458.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121012-1458a.mp3BBC Radio 3Kofi Annan, Nobel Peace Prize winner and former UN Secretary General, is Philip Dodd’s guest in this edition of Night Waves. It’s a wide-ranging and personal conversation which touches on Bosnia, Rwanda, Iraq and Syria, and also on the debt Kofi Annan owes to his father. He offers a sharp analysis of the challenges facing the UN in the future and of the frustrations and rewards of being Secretary General; as well, of course, as some of the sadness that comes with the job.Kofi Annan, Nobel Peace Prize winner and former UN Secretary General, is Philip Dodd’s guest in this edition of Night Waves. It’s a wide-ranging and personal conversation which touches on Bosnia, Rwanda, Iraq and Syria, and also on the debt Kofi Annan...Kofi Annan, Nobel Peace Prize winner and former UN Secretary General, is Philip Dodd’s guest in this edition of Night Waves. It’s a wide-ranging and personal conversation which touches on Bosnia, Rwanda, Iraq and Syria, and also on the debt Kofi Annan owes to his father. He offers a sharp analysis of the challenges facing the UN in the future and of the frustrations and rewards of being Secretary General; as well, of course, as some of the sadness that comes with the job.Thu, 11 Oct 2012 10:38:00 +010044:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121011-1038.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121011-1038a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet chairs an "International Review" edition of the programme, with critics from around the world coming together to discuss the latest global cultural events and arts issues. Matthew is joined by the Chinese novelist, Xiaolu Guo, the Scots Ghanaian novelist and architect Lesley Lokko and the Lebanese architect and commentator on Middle East affairs, Karl Sharro and the Iranian journalist Fari Bradley. They discuss the international legacy of Jack Kerouac’s On the Road; whether curves should be banned from contemporary architecture and whether James Bond should be allowed to carry on for another fifty years.Matthew Sweet chairs an "International Review" edition of the programme, with critics from around the world coming together to discuss the latest global cultural events and arts issues. Matthew is joined by the Chinese novelist, Xiaolu Guo, the Scots...Matthew Sweet chairs an "International Review" edition of the programme, with critics from around the world coming together to discuss the latest global cultural events and arts issues. Matthew is joined by the Chinese novelist, Xiaolu Guo, the Scots Ghanaian novelist and architect Lesley Lokko and the Lebanese architect and commentator on Middle East affairs, Karl Sharro and the Iranian journalist Fari Bradley. They discuss the international legacy of Jack Kerouac’s On the Road; whether curves should be banned from contemporary architecture and whether James Bond should be allowed to carry on for another fifty years.Tue, 09 Oct 2012 23:00:00 +010044:00http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121009-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121009-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Novelist and film director Paul Auster joins Anne McElvoy to discuss his new memoir, ‘Winter Solitude’. As the people of Catalonia go to the polls later this month, New Generation Thinker Adriana Sinclair, Spanish MP and pro-Catalan Independence party member Alfred Bosch, and Joseph Farrell from Strathclyde University discuss the urge towards independence. Jon Adams reviews Ruby Sparks, the new film written by and starring Zoe Kazan. And Anne talks to ceramic artist and writer Edmund de Waal about his new exhibition, A Thousand Hours.Novelist and film director Paul Auster joins Anne McElvoy to discuss his new memoir, ‘Winter Solitude’. As the people of Catalonia go to the polls later this month, New Generation Thinker Adriana Sinclair, Spanish MP and pro-Catalan Independence party...Novelist and film director Paul Auster joins Anne McElvoy to discuss his new memoir, ‘Winter Solitude’. As the people of Catalonia go to the polls later this month, New Generation Thinker Adriana Sinclair, Spanish MP and pro-Catalan Independence party member Alfred Bosch, and Joseph Farrell from Strathclyde University discuss the urge towards independence. Jon Adams reviews Ruby Sparks, the new film written by and starring Zoe Kazan. And Anne talks to ceramic artist and writer Edmund de Waal about his new exhibition, A Thousand Hours.Tue, 09 Oct 2012 14:26:00 +010045:32http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121009-1426.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121009-1426a.mp3BBC Radio 3Scottish poet and musician Don Paterson joins Philip Dodd for an extended conversation. As his Selected Poems have recently been published, drawing upon 20 years of his work, Paterson discusses poetry as a secular prayer, his passion for the sonnets of Shakespeare and Rilke, and his reasons for preferring Satie to Mozart.Scottish poet and musician Don Paterson joins Philip Dodd for an extended conversation. As his Selected Poems have recently been published, drawing upon 20 years of his work, Paterson discusses poetry as a secular prayer, his passion for the sonnets...Scottish poet and musician Don Paterson joins Philip Dodd for an extended conversation. As his Selected Poems have recently been published, drawing upon 20 years of his work, Paterson discusses poetry as a secular prayer, his passion for the sonnets of Shakespeare and Rilke, and his reasons for preferring Satie to Mozart.Thu, 04 Oct 2012 12:36:00 +010044:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121004-1236.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121004-1236a.mp3BBC Radio 3Education minister David Willetts and research chief Dame Janet Finch are in the studio to debate Open Access along with Professor Roey Sweet, New Generation Thinker Nandini Das and scientist Ross Mounce, discussing the ramifications of this fundamental rethink of the way academic research is published and crucially - who pays for it? Anne Applebaum discusses her new book Iron Curtain looking at how civil society was picked apart under Communism in Eastern Europe. And it's first night at the Donmar Warehouse for Racine's Berenice in a new translation by Alan Hollinghurst. Andrew Dickson, Nandini Das and Rana Mitter review.Education minister David Willetts and research chief Dame Janet Finch are in the studio to debate Open Access along with Professor Roey Sweet, New Generation Thinker Nandini Das and scientist Ross Mounce, discussing the ramifications of this...Education minister David Willetts and research chief Dame Janet Finch are in the studio to debate Open Access along with Professor Roey Sweet, New Generation Thinker Nandini Das and scientist Ross Mounce, discussing the ramifications of this fundamental rethink of the way academic research is published and crucially - who pays for it? Anne Applebaum discusses her new book Iron Curtain looking at how civil society was picked apart under Communism in Eastern Europe. And it's first night at the Donmar Warehouse for Racine's Berenice in a new translation by Alan Hollinghurst. Andrew Dickson, Nandini Das and Rana Mitter review.Wed, 03 Oct 2012 12:59:00 +010044:45http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121003-1259.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121003-1259a.mp3BBC Radio 3Following the death of the celebrated – and controversial – Marxist historian Eric Hobsbawm, Matthew Sweet is joined by Journalist David Aaronovitch, writer Anne Applebaum, historian Richard J. Evans, and Radio 3’s Alyn Shipton to consider his life and work. Historian Mark Mazower explores the tensions between the ideas and the powers of international institutions. And New Generation Thinker Matthew Smith joins historian and writer Sarah Wise to discuss changing attitudes towards madness and incarceration.Following the death of the celebrated – and controversial – Marxist historian Eric Hobsbawm, Matthew Sweet is joined by Journalist David Aaronovitch, writer Anne Applebaum, historian Richard J. Evans, and Radio 3’s Alyn Shipton to consider his life...Following the death of the celebrated – and controversial – Marxist historian Eric Hobsbawm, Matthew Sweet is joined by Journalist David Aaronovitch, writer Anne Applebaum, historian Richard J. Evans, and Radio 3’s Alyn Shipton to consider his life and work. Historian Mark Mazower explores the tensions between the ideas and the powers of international institutions. And New Generation Thinker Matthew Smith joins historian and writer Sarah Wise to discuss changing attitudes towards madness and incarceration.Tue, 02 Oct 2012 14:22:00 +010045:49http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121002-1422.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20121002-1422a.mp3BBC Radio 3Jack Straw joins Anne McElvoy for a candid interview in which the former Labour cabinet minister discusses ambition, the importance of rat-like cunning in politics, and psychoanalysis. Mike Goldsmith, the author of ‘Discord – the story of noise’, and sound artist and curator Robin McGinley consider the past, present and future of noise. And Professor Mary Fulbrook, author of ‘A Small Town Near Auschwitz’, explains the story of an ‘ordinary’ Nazi of the Third Reich.Jack Straw joins Anne McElvoy for a candid interview in which the former Labour cabinet minister discusses ambition, the importance of rat-like cunning in politics, and psychoanalysis. Mike Goldsmith, the author of ‘Discord – the story of noise’, and...Jack Straw joins Anne McElvoy for a candid interview in which the former Labour cabinet minister discusses ambition, the importance of rat-like cunning in politics, and psychoanalysis. Mike Goldsmith, the author of ‘Discord – the story of noise’, and sound artist and curator Robin McGinley consider the past, present and future of noise. And Professor Mary Fulbrook, author of ‘A Small Town Near Auschwitz’, explains the story of an ‘ordinary’ Nazi of the Third Reich.Fri, 28 Sep 2012 16:54:00 +010045:02http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120928-1654.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120928-1654a.mp3BBC Radio 3As NASA’s rover Curiosity conducts its mission on Mars, Samira Ahmed presents a special programme on the Red Planet. To plot a course through the clouds of theology, astronomy and pure speculation, Samira is joined by the science writer Marcus Chown, theoretical physicist Lawrence M. Krauss, and one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, Josh Nall - a science historian from Cambridge University. They're joined on board by the writers Francis Spufford, Liz Williams and Sophia McDougall who'll dissect the fictional record of our involvement with Mars. And sound artist and broadcaster Robert Worby ponders the planet’s influence on musicians and composers.As NASA’s rover Curiosity conducts its mission on Mars, Samira Ahmed presents a special programme on the Red Planet. To plot a course through the clouds of theology, astronomy and pure speculation, Samira is joined by the science writer Marcus Chown,...As NASA’s rover Curiosity conducts its mission on Mars, Samira Ahmed presents a special programme on the Red Planet. To plot a course through the clouds of theology, astronomy and pure speculation, Samira is joined by the science writer Marcus Chown, theoretical physicist Lawrence M. Krauss, and one of Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers, Josh Nall - a science historian from Cambridge University. They're joined on board by the writers Francis Spufford, Liz Williams and Sophia McDougall who'll dissect the fictional record of our involvement with Mars. And sound artist and broadcaster Robert Worby ponders the planet’s influence on musicians and composers.Thu, 27 Sep 2012 15:49:00 +010044:07http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120927-1549.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120927-1549a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet examines the newly opened Islamic art wing at the Paris Louvre with Karl Sharro. There's a review, also from Paris of the global hit comedy about disability, race and class; Untouchable. Matthew talks to Tarun J Tejpal, a novelist and journalist who founded Tehelka a leading weekly political magazine in India. And Pamela Cox and Emma Griffin, a Radio3 New Generation Thinker, take Night Waves downstairs to discuss the history of servants.Matthew Sweet examines the newly opened Islamic art wing at the Paris Louvre with Karl Sharro. There's a review, also from Paris of the global hit comedy about disability, race and class; Untouchable. Matthew talks to Tarun J Tejpal, a novelist and...Matthew Sweet examines the newly opened Islamic art wing at the Paris Louvre with Karl Sharro. There's a review, also from Paris of the global hit comedy about disability, race and class; Untouchable. Matthew talks to Tarun J Tejpal, a novelist and journalist who founded Tehelka a leading weekly political magazine in India. And Pamela Cox and Emma Griffin, a Radio3 New Generation Thinker, take Night Waves downstairs to discuss the history of servants.Wed, 26 Sep 2012 12:28:00 +010043:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120926-1228.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120926-1228a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd talks to Mark Rylance, the former artistic director of the Globe. He has been called the greatest stage performer in the world and won awards on both sides of the Atlantic for his performance as Johnny ‘Rooster’ Byron in Jerusalem. But he made his name with Shakespeare, and in this extended conversation Philip Dodd examines Rylance’s passion for engaging with "original practice" versions of the Bard to challenging audience relationship with the action on stage, through to playing Shakespeare's most notorious villain.Philip Dodd talks to Mark Rylance, the former artistic director of the Globe. He has been called the greatest stage performer in the world and won awards on both sides of the Atlantic for his performance as Johnny ‘Rooster’ Byron in Jerusalem. But he...Philip Dodd talks to Mark Rylance, the former artistic director of the Globe. He has been called the greatest stage performer in the world and won awards on both sides of the Atlantic for his performance as Johnny ‘Rooster’ Byron in Jerusalem. But he made his name with Shakespeare, and in this extended conversation Philip Dodd examines Rylance’s passion for engaging with "original practice" versions of the Bard to challenging audience relationship with the action on stage, through to playing Shakespeare's most notorious villain.Tue, 25 Sep 2012 12:34:00 +010042:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120925-1234.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120925-1234a.mp3BBC Radio 3As a new biography of Ryszard Kapuscinski is released, the author Artur Domoslawski and Channel 4 International editor Lindsey Hilsum join Anne McElvoy to discuss the greatness and failings of the iconic Polish writer. New Generation Thinker Jonathan Healey discusses the history of the concept of the ‘undeserving poor’. Susannah Clapp reviews Mademoiselle Julie at the Barbican, starring Juliette Binoche. And Artistic Director Tom Morris shows Anne around the magnificently restored Bristol Old Vic Theatre.As a new biography of Ryszard Kapuscinski is released, the author Artur Domoslawski and Channel 4 International editor Lindsey Hilsum join Anne McElvoy to discuss the greatness and failings of the iconic Polish writer. New Generation Thinker Jonathan...As a new biography of Ryszard Kapuscinski is released, the author Artur Domoslawski and Channel 4 International editor Lindsey Hilsum join Anne McElvoy to discuss the greatness and failings of the iconic Polish writer. New Generation Thinker Jonathan Healey discusses the history of the concept of the ‘undeserving poor’. Susannah Clapp reviews Mademoiselle Julie at the Barbican, starring Juliette Binoche. And Artistic Director Tom Morris shows Anne around the magnificently restored Bristol Old Vic Theatre.Fri, 21 Sep 2012 14:58:00 +010045:01http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120921-1458.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120921-1458a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd talks to Howard Jacobson and discusses Zoo Time, his first novel since winning the Man Booker Prize in 2010. The philosopher Julian Baggini, the theologian John Millbank and historian Roey Sweet discuss morality. And Philip talks to Barbara Hulanicki, the founder of the iconic clothes store Biba, who is celebrated in a new exhibition at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery.Philip Dodd talks to Howard Jacobson and discusses Zoo Time, his first novel since winning the Man Booker Prize in 2010. The philosopher Julian Baggini, the theologian John Millbank and historian Roey Sweet discuss morality. And Philip talks to...Philip Dodd talks to Howard Jacobson and discusses Zoo Time, his first novel since winning the Man Booker Prize in 2010. The philosopher Julian Baggini, the theologian John Millbank and historian Roey Sweet discuss morality. And Philip talks to Barbara Hulanicki, the founder of the iconic clothes store Biba, who is celebrated in a new exhibition at Brighton Museum & Art Gallery.Thu, 20 Sep 2012 17:26:00 +010045:34http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120920-1726.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120920-1726b.mp3BBC Radio 3Sir John Major talks to Matthew Sweet and is joined by comedian Roy Hudd to discuss the performers and history of the quintessentially British Music Hall. Salman Rushdie talks about his life as Joseph Anton in his new autobiographical novel. And Susan Hitch reviews the ENO's new opera; Julietta.Sir John Major talks to Matthew Sweet and is joined by comedian Roy Hudd to discuss the performers and history of the quintessentially British Music Hall. Salman Rushdie talks about his life as Joseph Anton in his new autobiographical novel. And Susan...Sir John Major talks to Matthew Sweet and is joined by comedian Roy Hudd to discuss the performers and history of the quintessentially British Music Hall. Salman Rushdie talks about his life as Joseph Anton in his new autobiographical novel. And Susan Hitch reviews the ENO's new opera; Julietta.Wed, 19 Sep 2012 12:01:00 +010044:48http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120919-1201.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120919-1201a.mp3BBC Radio 3Award-winning author Sebastian Faulks speaks to Rana Mitter about his new multi-layered novel, A Possible Life, which explores the chaos created by love, separation and missed opportunities. Sir John Elliott’s book History In The Making tracks the course of the discipline in relation to national and transnational histories. And with a look at China, Rana talks to filmmaker Sun Shuyun about Transcendence, the 3D film about rock star Cui Jian, and author Hsiao-Hung Pai tells Rana the stories from China’s rural migrants.Award-winning author Sebastian Faulks speaks to Rana Mitter about his new multi-layered novel, A Possible Life, which explores the chaos created by love, separation and missed opportunities. Sir John Elliott’s book History In The Making tracks the...Award-winning author Sebastian Faulks speaks to Rana Mitter about his new multi-layered novel, A Possible Life, which explores the chaos created by love, separation and missed opportunities. Sir John Elliott’s book History In The Making tracks the course of the discipline in relation to national and transnational histories. And with a look at China, Rana talks to filmmaker Sun Shuyun about Transcendence, the 3D film about rock star Cui Jian, and author Hsiao-Hung Pai tells Rana the stories from China’s rural migrants.Tue, 18 Sep 2012 11:11:00 +010045:14http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120918-1111.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120918-1111a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd talks to the Nobel prize winning economist, Amartya Sen in the concluding programme in Night Waves' examination of the "good life" and what we mean by it.Philip Dodd talks to the Nobel prize winning economist, Amartya Sen in the concluding programme in Night Waves' examination of the "good life" and what we mean by it....Philip Dodd talks to the Nobel prize winning economist, Amartya Sen in the concluding programme in Night Waves' examination of the "good life" and what we mean by it.Thu, 13 Sep 2012 23:00:00 +010044:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120913-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120913-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Dostoevsky's 'The Idiot' (1869) raises 'the good life' as an existential question that everybody must answer for themselves. The novel has been read as both an over-the-top melodrama, and as a profound exploration of the ambiguity of goodness. Matthew Sweet is joined by the theologian Giles Fraser, Russian specialist Sarah Young and the novelist Zinovy Zinik to discuss.Dostoevsky's 'The Idiot' (1869) raises 'the good life' as an existential question that everybody must answer for themselves. The novel has been read as both an over-the-top melodrama, and as a profound exploration of the ambiguity of goodness. Matthew...Dostoevsky's 'The Idiot' (1869) raises 'the good life' as an existential question that everybody must answer for themselves. The novel has been read as both an over-the-top melodrama, and as a profound exploration of the ambiguity of goodness. Matthew Sweet is joined by the theologian Giles Fraser, Russian specialist Sarah Young and the novelist Zinovy Zinik to discuss.Thu, 13 Sep 2012 12:56:00 +010047:49http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120913-1256.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120913-1256a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy examines whether we place too much weight on happiness as a measure of our quality of life. Contributors consider the new economics of well-being and the role of happiness in writing and include: Richard Layard, Edward Skidelsky, Gus O'Donnell, Juliet Michaelson, Paul Ormerod and Alexandra Harris.Anne McElvoy examines whether we place too much weight on happiness as a measure of our quality of life. Contributors consider the new economics of well-being and the role of happiness in writing and include: Richard Layard, Edward Skidelsky, Gus...Anne McElvoy examines whether we place too much weight on happiness as a measure of our quality of life. Contributors consider the new economics of well-being and the role of happiness in writing and include: Richard Layard, Edward Skidelsky, Gus O'Donnell, Juliet Michaelson, Paul Ormerod and Alexandra Harris.Wed, 12 Sep 2012 15:30:00 +010044:40http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120912-1530.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120912-1530a.mp3BBC Radio 3What is the good life? Philip is joined in the studio by the commentators Robert Skidelsky, Owen Jones and Jamie Whyte, the classicist, Edith Hall, the philosopher, Mark Vernon and the Benedictine Monk, Father Bede Hill to discuss the question. In this discussion Philip Dodd and his guests consider how an idea that began with Aristotle as an ethical quest can have evolved in the 21st century into unbridled consumerism.What is the good life? Philip is joined in the studio by the commentators Robert Skidelsky, Owen Jones and Jamie Whyte, the classicist, Edith Hall, the philosopher, Mark Vernon and the Benedictine Monk, Father Bede Hill to discuss the question. In...What is the good life? Philip is joined in the studio by the commentators Robert Skidelsky, Owen Jones and Jamie Whyte, the classicist, Edith Hall, the philosopher, Mark Vernon and the Benedictine Monk, Father Bede Hill to discuss the question. In this discussion Philip Dodd and his guests consider how an idea that began with Aristotle as an ethical quest can have evolved in the 21st century into unbridled consumerism.Tue, 11 Sep 2012 17:30:00 +010044:35http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120911-1730.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120911-1730a.mp3BBC Radio 3Ian McMillan is joined by poet Wendy Cope and actor Juliet Stevenson as he announces the winners of this year’s Proms Poetry Competition.Ian McMillan is joined by poet Wendy Cope and actor Juliet Stevenson as he announces the winners of this year’s Proms Poetry Competition....Ian McMillan is joined by poet Wendy Cope and actor Juliet Stevenson as he announces the winners of this year’s Proms Poetry Competition.Mon, 10 Sep 2012 14:30:00 +010020:18http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120910-1430.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120910-1430b.mp3BBC Radio 3Which literary works make the most entries into celebrity choices on Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs? Mariella Frostrup is joined by Sir Tim Rice and writer and broadcaster Kevin Jackson to explore the regular favourites and unexpected misses, the literary classics that 70 years of the great and the good can’t live without - and reveal some surprise choices. Actress and Desert Island Castaway Harriet Walter reads some of the desert island book choices.Which literary works make the most entries into celebrity choices on Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs? Mariella Frostrup is joined by Sir Tim Rice and writer and broadcaster Kevin Jackson to explore the regular favourites and unexpected misses, the...Which literary works make the most entries into celebrity choices on Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs? Mariella Frostrup is joined by Sir Tim Rice and writer and broadcaster Kevin Jackson to explore the regular favourites and unexpected misses, the literary classics that 70 years of the great and the good can’t live without - and reveal some surprise choices. Actress and Desert Island Castaway Harriet Walter reads some of the desert island book choices.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 13:55:00 +010020:18http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120904-1355.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120904-1355a.mp3BBC Radio 3Musicologist John Deathridge, introduces an anthology of unexpected readings about Mendelssohn. Rana Mitter presents.Musicologist John Deathridge, introduces an anthology of unexpected readings about Mendelssohn. Rana Mitter presents....Musicologist John Deathridge, introduces an anthology of unexpected readings about Mendelssohn. Rana Mitter presents.Mon, 03 Sep 2012 13:19:00 +010020:31http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120903-1319.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120903-1319b.mp3BBC Radio 3Award-winning film-maker John Bridcut introduces a selection of fascinating and unexpected readings about Edward Elgar, including letters, diaries and reviews. Susan Hitch presents.Award-winning film-maker John Bridcut introduces a selection of fascinating and unexpected readings about Edward Elgar, including letters, diaries and reviews. Susan Hitch presents....Award-winning film-maker John Bridcut introduces a selection of fascinating and unexpected readings about Edward Elgar, including letters, diaries and reviews. Susan Hitch presents.Thu, 30 Aug 2012 19:00:00 +010021:23http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120830-1900.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120830-1900b.mp3BBC Radio 3Tell Me on a Sunday lyricist Don Black and singer-songwriter Barb Jungr discuss the great musical wordsmiths and reveal their personal favourites, as well as the great lyrics that work even though they really shouldn’t. Matthew Sweet presents.Tell Me on a Sunday lyricist Don Black and singer-songwriter Barb Jungr discuss the great musical wordsmiths and reveal their personal favourites, as well as the great lyrics that work even though they really shouldn’t. Matthew Sweet presents....Tell Me on a Sunday lyricist Don Black and singer-songwriter Barb Jungr discuss the great musical wordsmiths and reveal their personal favourites, as well as the great lyrics that work even though they really shouldn’t. Matthew Sweet presents.Thu, 30 Aug 2012 18:03:00 +010020:35http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120830-1803.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120830-1803a.mp3BBC Radio 3Glenda Jackson MP and film critic Mark Kermode celebrate the work of the late Ken Russell, the film director of groundbreaking and controversial films about Delius, Tchaikovsky, Elgar, Liszt, Mahler and Strauss.Glenda Jackson MP and film critic Mark Kermode celebrate the work of the late Ken Russell, the film director of groundbreaking and controversial films about Delius, Tchaikovsky, Elgar, Liszt, Mahler and Strauss....Glenda Jackson MP and film critic Mark Kermode celebrate the work of the late Ken Russell, the film director of groundbreaking and controversial films about Delius, Tchaikovsky, Elgar, Liszt, Mahler and Strauss.Fri, 24 Aug 2012 17:17:00 +010021:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120824-1717.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120824-1717a.mp3BBC Radio 3Novelist Pat Barker and Revd Giles Fraser discuss with presenter Ian McMillan what British writers can learn from the Russian classics, along with readings from their personal favourites by actor Melanie Gray.Novelist Pat Barker and Revd Giles Fraser discuss with presenter Ian McMillan what British writers can learn from the Russian classics, along with readings from their personal favourites by actor Melanie Gray....Novelist Pat Barker and Revd Giles Fraser discuss with presenter Ian McMillan what British writers can learn from the Russian classics, along with readings from their personal favourites by actor Melanie Gray.Wed, 22 Aug 2012 15:48:00 +010021:10http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120822-1548.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120822-1548a.mp3BBC Radio 3Christine Rice with presenter Matthew Sweet, conclude the series of events in which musicians from this year’s Proms season introduce readings from their favourite works of fiction and poetry.Christine Rice with presenter Matthew Sweet, conclude the series of events in which musicians from this year’s Proms season introduce readings from their favourite works of fiction and poetry....Christine Rice with presenter Matthew Sweet, conclude the series of events in which musicians from this year’s Proms season introduce readings from their favourite works of fiction and poetry.Mon, 20 Aug 2012 15:06:00 +010020:33http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120820-1506.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120820-1506a.mp3BBC Radio 3Composer Anthony Payne introduces readings about and by one of the great composers in this year's Proms, Ralph Vaughan Williams. Reader: Dominic Rowan. Presenter: Rana Mitter Producer: Zahid WarleyComposer Anthony Payne introduces readings about and by one of the great composers in this year's Proms, Ralph Vaughan Williams. Reader: Dominic Rowan. Presenter: Rana Mitter Producer: Zahid Warley...Composer Anthony Payne introduces readings about and by one of the great composers in this year's Proms, Ralph Vaughan Williams. Reader: Dominic Rowan. Presenter: Rana Mitter Producer: Zahid WarleyFri, 17 Aug 2012 12:18:00 +010020:29http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120817-1218.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120817-1218c.mp3BBC Radio 3The Music Director of the ENO Edward Gardner, who will be conducting a concert performance of Peter Grimes in this year's Proms season, reveals his literary passions and talks about what he'll be reading this summer. Rana Mitter presents. Producer Zahid Warley.The Music Director of the ENO Edward Gardner, who will be conducting a concert performance of Peter Grimes in this year's Proms season, reveals his literary passions and talks about what he'll be reading this summer. Rana Mitter presents. Producer...The Music Director of the ENO Edward Gardner, who will be conducting a concert performance of Peter Grimes in this year's Proms season, reveals his literary passions and talks about what he'll be reading this summer. Rana Mitter presents. Producer Zahid Warley.Thu, 09 Aug 2012 13:01:00 +010025:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120809-1301.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120809-1301a.mp3BBC Radio 3Veteran war reporter Kate Adie and novelist Aminatta Forna discuss Margaret Atwood's groundbreaking feminist novel, 'The Handmaid's Tale', twenty five years after its publication, in which a religious revolution has overthrown the American government. Anne McElvoy presents. Producer Laura Thomas.Veteran war reporter Kate Adie and novelist Aminatta Forna discuss Margaret Atwood's groundbreaking feminist novel, 'The Handmaid's Tale', twenty five years after its publication, in which a religious revolution has overthrown the American government....Veteran war reporter Kate Adie and novelist Aminatta Forna discuss Margaret Atwood's groundbreaking feminist novel, 'The Handmaid's Tale', twenty five years after its publication, in which a religious revolution has overthrown the American government. Anne McElvoy presents. Producer Laura Thomas.Thu, 09 Aug 2012 12:40:00 +010020:47http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120809-1240.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120809-1240a.mp3BBC Radio 3Poet Jackie Kay and novelist Ali Smith discuss one of the great Scottish novels, Sunset Song by Lewis Grassic Gibbon, the first part of his Scots Quair trilogy, set in a Scottish farming community.Poet Jackie Kay and novelist Ali Smith discuss one of the great Scottish novels, Sunset Song by Lewis Grassic Gibbon, the first part of his Scots Quair trilogy, set in a Scottish farming community....Poet Jackie Kay and novelist Ali Smith discuss one of the great Scottish novels, Sunset Song by Lewis Grassic Gibbon, the first part of his Scots Quair trilogy, set in a Scottish farming community.Thu, 09 Aug 2012 12:25:00 +010020:57http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120809-1225.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120809-1225a.mp3BBC Radio 3Conductor David Hill continues the series in which leading musicians from this year’s Proms season introduce their literary passions and talk about what they are reading this summer. Anne McElvoy presents. Anne McElvoy presents.Conductor David Hill continues the series in which leading musicians from this year’s Proms season introduce their literary passions and talk about what they are reading this summer. Anne McElvoy presents. Anne McElvoy presents....Conductor David Hill continues the series in which leading musicians from this year’s Proms season introduce their literary passions and talk about what they are reading this summer. Anne McElvoy presents. Anne McElvoy presents.Wed, 01 Aug 2012 17:06:00 +010021:41http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120801-1706.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120801-1706a.mp3BBC Radio 3BBC correspondent Ed Stourton is joined by Ahdaf Soueif & Karl Sharro to explore the influence of the social and political uprisings of last year's 'Arab Spring' on contemporary Arabic literature.BBC correspondent Ed Stourton is joined by Ahdaf Soueif & Karl Sharro to explore the influence of the social and political uprisings of last year's 'Arab Spring' on contemporary Arabic literature....BBC correspondent Ed Stourton is joined by Ahdaf Soueif & Karl Sharro to explore the influence of the social and political uprisings of last year's 'Arab Spring' on contemporary Arabic literature.Wed, 25 Jul 2012 16:12:00 +010020:42http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120725-1612.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120725-1612a.mp3BBC Radio 3Conductor Jane Glover begins a new four part series in which musicians from this year's Proms season reveal their literary passions and talk about what they're reading this summer. The presenter is Rana Mitter, with extracts performed by Simon Callow.Conductor Jane Glover begins a new four part series in which musicians from this year's Proms season reveal their literary passions and talk about what they're reading this summer. The presenter is Rana Mitter, with extracts performed by Simon Callow....Conductor Jane Glover begins a new four part series in which musicians from this year's Proms season reveal their literary passions and talk about what they're reading this summer. The presenter is Rana Mitter, with extracts performed by Simon Callow.Thu, 19 Jul 2012 13:40:00 +010021:25http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120719-1340.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120719-1340a.mp3BBC Radio 3George Bernard Shaw’s play Pygmalion, the inspiration for My Fair Lady, is discussed by Shaw’s biographer Sir Michael Holroyd and Professor of Irish History, Roy Foster. Henry Higgins and Eliza Doolittle are brought to life by the actors Tim Pigott-Smith and Rachael Stirling, who recently appeared in Pygmalion on stage. Matthew Sweet presents.George Bernard Shaw’s play Pygmalion, the inspiration for My Fair Lady, is discussed by Shaw’s biographer Sir Michael Holroyd and Professor of Irish History, Roy Foster. Henry Higgins and Eliza Doolittle are brought to life by the actors Tim...George Bernard Shaw’s play Pygmalion, the inspiration for My Fair Lady, is discussed by Shaw’s biographer Sir Michael Holroyd and Professor of Irish History, Roy Foster. Henry Higgins and Eliza Doolittle are brought to life by the actors Tim Pigott-Smith and Rachael Stirling, who recently appeared in Pygmalion on stage. Matthew Sweet presents.Tue, 17 Jul 2012 16:17:00 +010021:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120717-1617.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120717-1617a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd casts an irreverent eye over the reputations of two figures who loom large in the 20th century -- the painter L S Lowry and the historian of science, Thomas Kuhn. He's joined by the Booker Prize winner and Lowry fan, Howard Jacobson and the art critic, James Malpas and the philosopher and Kuhnian, Rupert Read and the science writer, Gabrielle Walker. Also Amanda Hopkinson and Geoff Dyer will be discussing Voyeurism and New Generation Thinker Martin Goodman reflects on the way scientists have grappled with the notion of bad air.Philip Dodd casts an irreverent eye over the reputations of two figures who loom large in the 20th century -- the painter L S Lowry and the historian of science, Thomas Kuhn. He's joined by the Booker Prize winner and Lowry fan, Howard Jacobson and...Philip Dodd casts an irreverent eye over the reputations of two figures who loom large in the 20th century -- the painter L S Lowry and the historian of science, Thomas Kuhn. He's joined by the Booker Prize winner and Lowry fan, Howard Jacobson and the art critic, James Malpas and the philosopher and Kuhnian, Rupert Read and the science writer, Gabrielle Walker. Also Amanda Hopkinson and Geoff Dyer will be discussing Voyeurism and New Generation Thinker Martin Goodman reflects on the way scientists have grappled with the notion of bad air.Fri, 13 Jul 2012 13:59:00 +010045:19http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120713-1359.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120713-1359a.mp3BBC Radio 3James Fenton joins Rana Mitter to talk about his latest poetry collection, Yellow Tulips, and the themes of inspiration, politics and love. Tommie Smith, who made the iconic Black Power Salute with John Carlos at the 1968 Olympic Games, discusses the enduring struggle of black politics. As a rare production of Ibsen's first play, St John's Night, opens, theatre critic Susannah Clapp considers the gloomy Scandinavian's under-appreciated comic side. And New Generation Thinker Jonathan Healey explores how 17th Century Britain finally beat the spectre of famine.James Fenton joins Rana Mitter to talk about his latest poetry collection, Yellow Tulips, and the themes of inspiration, politics and love. Tommie Smith, who made the iconic Black Power Salute with John Carlos at the 1968 Olympic Games, discusses the...James Fenton joins Rana Mitter to talk about his latest poetry collection, Yellow Tulips, and the themes of inspiration, politics and love. Tommie Smith, who made the iconic Black Power Salute with John Carlos at the 1968 Olympic Games, discusses the enduring struggle of black politics. As a rare production of Ibsen's first play, St John's Night, opens, theatre critic Susannah Clapp considers the gloomy Scandinavian's under-appreciated comic side. And New Generation Thinker Jonathan Healey explores how 17th Century Britain finally beat the spectre of famine.Thu, 12 Jul 2012 11:53:00 +010044:54http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120712-1153.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120712-1153b.mp3BBC Radio 3In a year when all eyes are on London, Matthew Sweet explores London's place as a world city, and asks if London really is the centre of arts and culture it claims to be. He discusses this with Neil O'Brien of the think tank Policy Exchange and Aditya Chakrabortty of the Guardian at Tower Bridge. At the South Bank Centre Matthew meets with its artistic director Jude Kelly, the novelist Lesley Lokko and the culture editor of Monocle, Robert Bound. And he finally talks to Radio 3 New Generation Thinker Nandini Das and also to the 'Gentle Author' of the Spitalfields Life blog.In a year when all eyes are on London, Matthew Sweet explores London's place as a world city, and asks if London really is the centre of arts and culture it claims to be. He discusses this with Neil O'Brien of the think tank Policy Exchange and Aditya...In a year when all eyes are on London, Matthew Sweet explores London's place as a world city, and asks if London really is the centre of arts and culture it claims to be. He discusses this with Neil O'Brien of the think tank Policy Exchange and Aditya Chakrabortty of the Guardian at Tower Bridge. At the South Bank Centre Matthew meets with its artistic director Jude Kelly, the novelist Lesley Lokko and the culture editor of Monocle, Robert Bound. And he finally talks to Radio 3 New Generation Thinker Nandini Das and also to the 'Gentle Author' of the Spitalfields Life blog.Wed, 11 Jul 2012 15:00:00 +010043:53http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120711-1500.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120711-1500b.mp3BBC Radio 3Titian, who ruled the Venetian art world for over 60 years, is the subject of this edition of Night Waves. Anne McElvoy is joined by biographer Sheila Hale, artist Conrad Shawcross, poet Jo Shapcott and art historian Martin Kemp to discuss the life and influence of the most famous artist in Europe, ‘a sun amidst small stars’.Titian, who ruled the Venetian art world for over 60 years, is the subject of this edition of Night Waves. Anne McElvoy is joined by biographer Sheila Hale, artist Conrad Shawcross, poet Jo Shapcott and art historian Martin Kemp to discuss the life...Titian, who ruled the Venetian art world for over 60 years, is the subject of this edition of Night Waves. Anne McElvoy is joined by biographer Sheila Hale, artist Conrad Shawcross, poet Jo Shapcott and art historian Martin Kemp to discuss the life and influence of the most famous artist in Europe, ‘a sun amidst small stars’.Tue, 10 Jul 2012 16:56:00 +0100168:49http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120710-1656.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120710-1656b.mp3BBC Radio 3Former radical, Maajid Nawaz, speaks of his journey from Islamist extremism to a democratic awakening; he is joined in discussion by Anne and Samer Libdeh, Senior Research Fellow at the Henry Jackson Foundation. John Banville discusses Ancient Light, his latest novel of adolescent love and middle-aged grief. Sir Christopher Meyer, former British ambassador to the USA, explores networks of power across the world, from socialites in Mumbai to the KGB in Russia. And New Generation Thinker Sue Anne Harding examines Russian TV’s mythologising of the Beslan Massacre.Former radical, Maajid Nawaz, speaks of his journey from Islamist extremism to a democratic awakening; he is joined in discussion by Anne and Samer Libdeh, Senior Research Fellow at the Henry Jackson Foundation. John Banville discusses Ancient Light,...Former radical, Maajid Nawaz, speaks of his journey from Islamist extremism to a democratic awakening; he is joined in discussion by Anne and Samer Libdeh, Senior Research Fellow at the Henry Jackson Foundation. John Banville discusses Ancient Light, his latest novel of adolescent love and middle-aged grief. Sir Christopher Meyer, former British ambassador to the USA, explores networks of power across the world, from socialites in Mumbai to the KGB in Russia. And New Generation Thinker Sue Anne Harding examines Russian TV’s mythologising of the Beslan Massacre.Fri, 06 Jul 2012 13:17:00 +010045:11http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120706-1317.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120706-1317c.mp3BBC Radio 3With Germany’s economic dominance in Europe increasing, Philip discusses the country and its power with Hans Kundnani of the European Council on Foreign Relations, Imke Henkel, correspondent for Focus, and Historian Sir Richard Evans. Simon Stephens speaks to Philip about his adaptation of Ibsen’s A Doll’s House, for the Young Vic. And in the face of the possible discovery of the Higgs Boson particle, physical chemist Peter Atkins argues, against philosopher Raymond Tallis, for the importance of science for answering the questions that matter.With Germany’s economic dominance in Europe increasing, Philip discusses the country and its power with Hans Kundnani of the European Council on Foreign Relations, Imke Henkel, correspondent for Focus, and Historian Sir Richard Evans. Simon Stephens...With Germany’s economic dominance in Europe increasing, Philip discusses the country and its power with Hans Kundnani of the European Council on Foreign Relations, Imke Henkel, correspondent for Focus, and Historian Sir Richard Evans. Simon Stephens speaks to Philip about his adaptation of Ibsen’s A Doll’s House, for the Young Vic. And in the face of the possible discovery of the Higgs Boson particle, physical chemist Peter Atkins argues, against philosopher Raymond Tallis, for the importance of science for answering the questions that matter.Thu, 05 Jul 2012 14:53:00 +010043:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120705-1453.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120705-1453a.mp3BBC Radio 3Actor Samuel West speaks to Samira Ahmed about the art of delay, whilst former banker Frank Partnoy argues in favour of procrastination. Will Self and Sophia McDougall reflect on A Clockwork Orange, fifty years since the novel was published. Professor Tim Spector explains how genetic research increasingly challenges previous assumptions. And film critic Melanie Williams discusses Woman in a Dressing gown, along with the film’s star, Sylvia Syms.Actor Samuel West speaks to Samira Ahmed about the art of delay, whilst former banker Frank Partnoy argues in favour of procrastination. Will Self and Sophia McDougall reflect on A Clockwork Orange, fifty years since the novel was published. Professor...Actor Samuel West speaks to Samira Ahmed about the art of delay, whilst former banker Frank Partnoy argues in favour of procrastination. Will Self and Sophia McDougall reflect on A Clockwork Orange, fifty years since the novel was published. Professor Tim Spector explains how genetic research increasingly challenges previous assumptions. And film critic Melanie Williams discusses Woman in a Dressing gown, along with the film’s star, Sylvia Syms.Thu, 05 Jul 2012 14:00:00 +010045:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120705-1400.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120705-1400a.mp3BBC Radio 3This Landmark programme is devoted to Hitchcock’s drama Blackmail. Matthew Sweet is joined by American Critic Camille Paglia, BFI curator Nathalie Morris, playwright and screenwriter Michael Eaton, and composer and film historian Neil Brand, whose specially arranged score will accompany the film for a special performance at the British Museum, 6 July 2012.This Landmark programme is devoted to Hitchcock’s drama Blackmail. Matthew Sweet is joined by American Critic Camille Paglia, BFI curator Nathalie Morris, playwright and screenwriter Michael Eaton, and composer and film historian Neil Brand, whose...This Landmark programme is devoted to Hitchcock’s drama Blackmail. Matthew Sweet is joined by American Critic Camille Paglia, BFI curator Nathalie Morris, playwright and screenwriter Michael Eaton, and composer and film historian Neil Brand, whose specially arranged score will accompany the film for a special performance at the British Museum, 6 July 2012.Tue, 03 Jul 2012 16:13:00 +010044:37http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120703-1613.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120703-1613a.mp3BBC Radio 3Film director Todd Solondz discusses his new suburban satire, Dark Horse. Marina Warner and Richard Cork explore man’s desire for flight as a new exhibition, Flight and the Artistic Imagination, opens at Compton Verney. Susannah Clapp reviews Joe Penhall’s new play, Birthday. And Josh Hall, the next of this year’s New Generation Thinkers, examines the relationship between astronomers and the red planet.Film director Todd Solondz discusses his new suburban satire, Dark Horse. Marina Warner and Richard Cork explore man’s desire for flight as a new exhibition, Flight and the Artistic Imagination, opens at Compton Verney. Susannah Clapp reviews Joe...Film director Todd Solondz discusses his new suburban satire, Dark Horse. Marina Warner and Richard Cork explore man’s desire for flight as a new exhibition, Flight and the Artistic Imagination, opens at Compton Verney. Susannah Clapp reviews Joe Penhall’s new play, Birthday. And Josh Hall, the next of this year’s New Generation Thinkers, examines the relationship between astronomers and the red planet.Fri, 29 Jun 2012 16:22:00 +010045:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120629-1622.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120629-1622b.mp3BBC Radio 3To mark the 300th anniversary of Jean-Jacques Rousseau's birth and discuss why Rousseau still matters today Philip Dodd is joined by the novelist Lawrence Norfolk, philosopher Susan James, Professor of Intellectual History Richard Whatmore and specialist in 18th Century Literature Lucy Powell. The actor Samuel West reads from Rousseau's work.To mark the 300th anniversary of Jean-Jacques Rousseau's birth and discuss why Rousseau still matters today Philip Dodd is joined by the novelist Lawrence Norfolk, philosopher Susan James, Professor of Intellectual History Richard Whatmore and...To mark the 300th anniversary of Jean-Jacques Rousseau's birth and discuss why Rousseau still matters today Philip Dodd is joined by the novelist Lawrence Norfolk, philosopher Susan James, Professor of Intellectual History Richard Whatmore and specialist in 18th Century Literature Lucy Powell. The actor Samuel West reads from Rousseau's work.Thu, 28 Jun 2012 14:46:00 +010045:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120628-1446.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120628-1446a.mp3BBC Radio 3With Rana Mitter. Night Waves has a first night review of The Royal Opera's production of Berlioz's Les Troyens - complete with over 100 singers. Rana is also joined by Dambisa Moyo, Steve Tsang and Isobel Hilton for an examination of China's race for resources. Emma Griffin, one of the next of this year's New Generation Thinkers reexamines the impact of the Industrial Revolution on the working class. Frances Ashcroft shows how electrical signals in our cells are essential to everything we think and do and with James Malpas, Rana takes a look at Tate Modern's latest exhibition Edvard Munch: The Modern Eye.With Rana Mitter. Night Waves has a first night review of The Royal Opera's production of Berlioz's Les Troyens - complete with over 100 singers. Rana is also joined by Dambisa Moyo, Steve Tsang and Isobel Hilton for an examination of China's race for...With Rana Mitter. Night Waves has a first night review of The Royal Opera's production of Berlioz's Les Troyens - complete with over 100 singers. Rana is also joined by Dambisa Moyo, Steve Tsang and Isobel Hilton for an examination of China's race for resources. Emma Griffin, one of the next of this year's New Generation Thinkers reexamines the impact of the Industrial Revolution on the working class. Frances Ashcroft shows how electrical signals in our cells are essential to everything we think and do and with James Malpas, Rana takes a look at Tate Modern's latest exhibition Edvard Munch: The Modern Eye.Wed, 27 Jun 2012 19:20:00 +010045:42http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120627-1920.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120627-1920a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to Jenny Saville about her work on display at The Museum of Modern Art in Oxford. Diarmaid MacCulloch and Nick Spencer discuss whether the disestablishment of the Church of England would be good or bad for the church and for society as a whole. New Generation Thinker, Matthew Smith looks at the cultural history of the diagnosis and medical treatment of ADHD. And Dr Ellen Adams explains about the importance of the language known as Linear B.Matthew Sweet talks to Jenny Saville about her work on display at The Museum of Modern Art in Oxford. Diarmaid MacCulloch and Nick Spencer discuss whether the disestablishment of the Church of England would be good or bad for the church and for...Matthew Sweet talks to Jenny Saville about her work on display at The Museum of Modern Art in Oxford. Diarmaid MacCulloch and Nick Spencer discuss whether the disestablishment of the Church of England would be good or bad for the church and for society as a whole. New Generation Thinker, Matthew Smith looks at the cultural history of the diagnosis and medical treatment of ADHD. And Dr Ellen Adams explains about the importance of the language known as Linear B.Tue, 26 Jun 2012 10:26:00 +010045:10http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120626-1026.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120626-1026b.mp3BBC Radio 3For this International Review Edition Matthew Sweet is joined by Moscow based broadcaster and critic Konstantin Eggert, Colombian born philosopher and law lecturer Oscar Guardiola-Rivera, Iranian academic Narguess Farzad, and Lesley Lokko, a novelist who shares her time between Ghana, South Africa and Scotland. They discuss a new book by Alonso Cueto, the Blue Hour which deals with the legacy of the war with the Shining Path and a Russian film Silent Souls, about two men trying to keep alive the ancient traditions of their people. They also debate whether an ageing population is perceived as a gift or a burden in other parts of the world and discuss arts and cultural events where they are.For this International Review Edition Matthew Sweet is joined by Moscow based broadcaster and critic Konstantin Eggert, Colombian born philosopher and law lecturer Oscar Guardiola-Rivera, Iranian academic Narguess Farzad, and Lesley Lokko, a novelist...For this International Review Edition Matthew Sweet is joined by Moscow based broadcaster and critic Konstantin Eggert, Colombian born philosopher and law lecturer Oscar Guardiola-Rivera, Iranian academic Narguess Farzad, and Lesley Lokko, a novelist who shares her time between Ghana, South Africa and Scotland. They discuss a new book by Alonso Cueto, the Blue Hour which deals with the legacy of the war with the Shining Path and a Russian film Silent Souls, about two men trying to keep alive the ancient traditions of their people. They also debate whether an ageing population is perceived as a gift or a burden in other parts of the world and discuss arts and cultural events where they are.Thu, 21 Jun 2012 23:00:00 +010044:07http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120621-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120621-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3With Samira Ahmed, Kerry McCarthy (MP for Bristol East) has the verdict on Armando Iannucci's new comedy; Veep. Comedian David Baddiel and biographer Nicola Beauman reappraise Elizabeth Taylor's written work. New Generation Thinker Charlotte Blease, examines historical and contemporary deceptions in medical practice. And Curator Brigitte Schultz, the historian Timothy Stanley and Wouter Vantisphout of Delft University in the Netherlands discuss the phenomenon of the modern empty city with reference to a new exhibition of photographs currently on display in Berlin.With Samira Ahmed, Kerry McCarthy (MP for Bristol East) has the verdict on Armando Iannucci's new comedy; Veep. Comedian David Baddiel and biographer Nicola Beauman reappraise Elizabeth Taylor's written work. New Generation Thinker Charlotte Blease,...With Samira Ahmed, Kerry McCarthy (MP for Bristol East) has the verdict on Armando Iannucci's new comedy; Veep. Comedian David Baddiel and biographer Nicola Beauman reappraise Elizabeth Taylor's written work. New Generation Thinker Charlotte Blease, examines historical and contemporary deceptions in medical practice. And Curator Brigitte Schultz, the historian Timothy Stanley and Wouter Vantisphout of Delft University in the Netherlands discuss the phenomenon of the modern empty city with reference to a new exhibition of photographs currently on display in Berlin.Thu, 21 Jun 2012 13:33:00 +010045:17http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120621-1333.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120621-1333a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy talks to the Pulitzer Prize winner, Katherine Boo about her book, Behind the Beautiful Forevers. Jackie Wullschlager reviews the literally luminous new show at Tate Liverpool which features the late work of Twombly, Turner and Monet; one of our New Generation thinkers, Timothy Secret, reflects on how we mourn our dead and Uta Frith, Harry Collins and Marcus Chown explore a new twist on the legacy of one of the great scientific minds of the 20th Century, Alan Turing.Anne McElvoy talks to the Pulitzer Prize winner, Katherine Boo about her book, Behind the Beautiful Forevers. Jackie Wullschlager reviews the literally luminous new show at Tate Liverpool which features the late work of Twombly, Turner and Monet; one...Anne McElvoy talks to the Pulitzer Prize winner, Katherine Boo about her book, Behind the Beautiful Forevers. Jackie Wullschlager reviews the literally luminous new show at Tate Liverpool which features the late work of Twombly, Turner and Monet; one of our New Generation thinkers, Timothy Secret, reflects on how we mourn our dead and Uta Frith, Harry Collins and Marcus Chown explore a new twist on the legacy of one of the great scientific minds of the 20th Century, Alan Turing.Wed, 20 Jun 2012 12:06:00 +010045:12http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120620-1206.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120620-1206a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd talks to Gerard Lemos, the author of The End of the Chinese Dream: why Chinese People Fear the Future. Also in the programme, a first night review of Benjamin Britten’s 1951 opera Billy Budd in a new production at the ENO. As the Olympics draw nearer and we head further into a time of austerity Philip and guests discuss the notion of endurance. And tonight marks the start for this year’s New Generation Thinkers. This evening Adriana Sinclair on whether the law is the only path to justice.Philip Dodd talks to Gerard Lemos, the author of The End of the Chinese Dream: why Chinese People Fear the Future. Also in the programme, a first night review of Benjamin Britten’s 1951 opera Billy Budd in a new production at the ENO. As the Olympics...Philip Dodd talks to Gerard Lemos, the author of The End of the Chinese Dream: why Chinese People Fear the Future. Also in the programme, a first night review of Benjamin Britten’s 1951 opera Billy Budd in a new production at the ENO. As the Olympics draw nearer and we head further into a time of austerity Philip and guests discuss the notion of endurance. And tonight marks the start for this year’s New Generation Thinkers. This evening Adriana Sinclair on whether the law is the only path to justice.Tue, 19 Jun 2012 12:23:00 +010045:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120619-1223.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120619-1223a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy asks Director David Cronenberg if he sees himself as a political commentator, or are his films all about the spectacle? Lord Robert Winston criticised the Cultural Olympiad for the lack of science in the four-year celebration. Anne McElvoy is joined by Lord Winston and the historian of science Richard Holmes to discuss the relationship between science and the arts. This week marks the 30th anniversary of the end of the Falklands war, and Anne McElvoy talks to authors Carlos Gamerro. His novel “The Islands”, recently translated in English, gives a surreal account of the war and explores its impact on the Argentinian psyche. And artist Rachel Whiteread's first permanent public commission in this country - a new façade for the Whitechapel Gallery in London. Anne is joined by the art critic for The Times, Rachel Campbell-Johnston.Anne McElvoy asks Director David Cronenberg if he sees himself as a political commentator, or are his films all about the spectacle? Lord Robert Winston criticised the Cultural Olympiad for the lack of science in the four-year celebration. Anne...Anne McElvoy asks Director David Cronenberg if he sees himself as a political commentator, or are his films all about the spectacle? Lord Robert Winston criticised the Cultural Olympiad for the lack of science in the four-year celebration. Anne McElvoy is joined by Lord Winston and the historian of science Richard Holmes to discuss the relationship between science and the arts. This week marks the 30th anniversary of the end of the Falklands war, and Anne McElvoy talks to authors Carlos Gamerro. His novel “The Islands”, recently translated in English, gives a surreal account of the war and explores its impact on the Argentinian psyche. And artist Rachel Whiteread's first permanent public commission in this country - a new façade for the Whitechapel Gallery in London. Anne is joined by the art critic for The Times, Rachel Campbell-Johnston.Fri, 15 Jun 2012 17:46:00 +010045:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120615-1746.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120615-1746b.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd hosts a concert on Europe, with political thinker Slavoj Zizek who has recently returned from Athens, the writer Pankaj Mishra, Edward Lucas, the Editor of the International section of The Economist and the broadcaster and journalist Michael Goldfarb. And Kamila Shamsie reviews the extraordinary eight hour, un-cut staged reading of The Great Gatsby, Gatz, part of LIFT, the London International Festival of Theatre.Philip Dodd hosts a concert on Europe, with political thinker Slavoj Zizek who has recently returned from Athens, the writer Pankaj Mishra, Edward Lucas, the Editor of the International section of The Economist and the broadcaster and journalist...Philip Dodd hosts a concert on Europe, with political thinker Slavoj Zizek who has recently returned from Athens, the writer Pankaj Mishra, Edward Lucas, the Editor of the International section of The Economist and the broadcaster and journalist Michael Goldfarb. And Kamila Shamsie reviews the extraordinary eight hour, un-cut staged reading of The Great Gatsby, Gatz, part of LIFT, the London International Festival of Theatre.Thu, 14 Jun 2012 17:14:00 +010045:10http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120614-1714.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120614-1714a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to the singer, actor and civil rights campaigner Harry Belafonte. He tells Matthew how he and Sidney Poitier were like Apollo astronauts, sharing a pioneering role that's hard for anyone else to understand. And as British race relations films Sapphire and Flame in the Streets are re-released Matthew is joined by film historian Stephen Bourne, anthropologist Kit Davis and actress Adjoa Andoh to discuss the films.Matthew Sweet talks to the singer, actor and civil rights campaigner Harry Belafonte. He tells Matthew how he and Sidney Poitier were like Apollo astronauts, sharing a pioneering role that's hard for anyone else to understand. And as British race...Matthew Sweet talks to the singer, actor and civil rights campaigner Harry Belafonte. He tells Matthew how he and Sidney Poitier were like Apollo astronauts, sharing a pioneering role that's hard for anyone else to understand. And as British race relations films Sapphire and Flame in the Streets are re-released Matthew is joined by film historian Stephen Bourne, anthropologist Kit Davis and actress Adjoa Andoh to discuss the films.Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:19:00 +010044:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120613-1319.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120613-1319a.mp3BBC Radio 3Rana Mitter discusses Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch with the actress Fiona Shaw, the choreographer Michael Keegan Dolan, and the dance critic Sarah Crompton. Martin Amis’ new novel ‘Lionel Asbo: State of England’ has burst onto the literary scene like a hand grenade of brilliant divisiveness. Reviewers seem to either love or hate the book which describes the lottery winning lunacy of one feckless urban criminal and his grossly extended family. There was an all-nighter of philosophy at the Institut Francais in London at the week-end and Night Waves was there to find out whether such a French happening has much to teach us.And two new blockbuster films reimagine the story of Snow White: Mirror Mirror and Snow White and the Huntsman.Rana Mitter discusses Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch with the actress Fiona Shaw, the choreographer Michael Keegan Dolan, and the dance critic Sarah Crompton. Martin Amis’ new novel ‘Lionel Asbo: State of England’ has burst onto the literary scene...Rana Mitter discusses Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch with the actress Fiona Shaw, the choreographer Michael Keegan Dolan, and the dance critic Sarah Crompton. Martin Amis’ new novel ‘Lionel Asbo: State of England’ has burst onto the literary scene like a hand grenade of brilliant divisiveness. Reviewers seem to either love or hate the book which describes the lottery winning lunacy of one feckless urban criminal and his grossly extended family. There was an all-nighter of philosophy at the Institut Francais in London at the week-end and Night Waves was there to find out whether such a French happening has much to teach us.And two new blockbuster films reimagine the story of Snow White: Mirror Mirror and Snow White and the Huntsman.Tue, 12 Jun 2012 18:36:00 +010045:00http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120612-1836.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120612-1836a.mp3BBC Radio 3Samira Ahmed talks to the writer Robert Caro about The Passage of Power, the latest volume of his celebrated biography of Lyndon B. Johnson. Also in the programme - more power and politics as we review the new Julius Caesar at the RSC. Plus the South African actress Janet Suzman looks at Shakespeare's women - from Cleopatra to Ophelia - and asks if scholars have misunderstood how many of the great theatrical roles for women have been played. And Margaret Atwood looks back on the life of the late great science fiction writer Ray Bradbury who died yesterday at the age of 91.Samira Ahmed talks to the writer Robert Caro about The Passage of Power, the latest volume of his celebrated biography of Lyndon B. Johnson. Also in the programme - more power and politics as we review the new Julius Caesar at the RSC. Plus the South...Samira Ahmed talks to the writer Robert Caro about The Passage of Power, the latest volume of his celebrated biography of Lyndon B. Johnson. Also in the programme - more power and politics as we review the new Julius Caesar at the RSC. Plus the South African actress Janet Suzman looks at Shakespeare's women - from Cleopatra to Ophelia - and asks if scholars have misunderstood how many of the great theatrical roles for women have been played. And Margaret Atwood looks back on the life of the late great science fiction writer Ray Bradbury who died yesterday at the age of 91.Tue, 12 Jun 2012 15:10:00 +010045:27http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120612-1510.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120612-1510a.mp3BBC Radio 3Director Ridley Scott returns to the big screen this week with his new film Prometheus. Writer Toby Litt gives Anne McElvoy his verdict. In a new book "Consumption and its consequences", anthropologist Daniel Miller argues that consumption is actually central to social relationship and that advocating curbing it is the wrong place to start. Sociologist Don Slater joins the discussion. Military Historian Antony Beevor talks to Anne McElvoy about his new history of the Second World War. He explains why he feels the conflict must be treated as an amalgamation of conflicts, why there is a renewed fascination with the war today, and why it is so critical for Europe - especially now - to remember the lessons that were learned between 1939-1945. And Anne McElvoy visits the Serpentine Gallery in London and talks to the architects responsible for the Beijing National Stadium about their first UK collaboration with Chinese artist Ai Weiwei - this year's Serpentine Gallery PavilionDirector Ridley Scott returns to the big screen this week with his new film Prometheus. Writer Toby Litt gives Anne McElvoy his verdict. In a new book "Consumption and its consequences", anthropologist Daniel Miller argues that consumption is actually...Director Ridley Scott returns to the big screen this week with his new film Prometheus. Writer Toby Litt gives Anne McElvoy his verdict. In a new book "Consumption and its consequences", anthropologist Daniel Miller argues that consumption is actually central to social relationship and that advocating curbing it is the wrong place to start. Sociologist Don Slater joins the discussion. Military Historian Antony Beevor talks to Anne McElvoy about his new history of the Second World War. He explains why he feels the conflict must be treated as an amalgamation of conflicts, why there is a renewed fascination with the war today, and why it is so critical for Europe - especially now - to remember the lessons that were learned between 1939-1945. And Anne McElvoy visits the Serpentine Gallery in London and talks to the architects responsible for the Beijing National Stadium about their first UK collaboration with Chinese artist Ai Weiwei - this year's Serpentine Gallery PavilionFri, 01 Jun 2012 11:51:00 +010044:52http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120601-1151.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120601-1151a.mp3BBC Radio 3Are we living in a second Elizabethan era? Juliet Gardiner, Stephen Haseler, Vernon Bogdanor and Julie Sanders join Philip Dodd to discuss in what sense we are all new Elizabethans. Antigone is on the stage of the National Theatre and the classicist Edith Hall and political theorist Kimberly Hutchings discuss how the play resonates today. And as an exhibition of Thomas Heatherwick's work opens at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, Philip meets him to explore how he sees his work.Are we living in a second Elizabethan era? Juliet Gardiner, Stephen Haseler, Vernon Bogdanor and Julie Sanders join Philip Dodd to discuss in what sense we are all new Elizabethans. Antigone is on the stage of the National Theatre and the classicist...Are we living in a second Elizabethan era? Juliet Gardiner, Stephen Haseler, Vernon Bogdanor and Julie Sanders join Philip Dodd to discuss in what sense we are all new Elizabethans. Antigone is on the stage of the National Theatre and the classicist Edith Hall and political theorist Kimberly Hutchings discuss how the play resonates today. And as an exhibition of Thomas Heatherwick's work opens at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, Philip meets him to explore how he sees his work.Thu, 31 May 2012 15:09:00 +010045:23http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120531-1509.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120531-1509a.mp3BBC Radio 3Rana Mitter meets John Irving whose new novel 'In One Person' examines loss of innocence, loss of sexual identity and trust in his most political novel since 'The Cider House Rules'. For Night Waves writers Gabriel Gbadamosi and Kamila Shamsie have been covering the Globe to Globe Shakespeare season and report back. Rana talks to artist Tom Phillips about his best-known work, A Humument now re-published in its fifth edition. And film historian John Cunningham and the poet and translator George Szirtes discuss the film 'The Turin Horse'.Rana Mitter meets John Irving whose new novel 'In One Person' examines loss of innocence, loss of sexual identity and trust in his most political novel since 'The Cider House Rules'. For Night Waves writers Gabriel Gbadamosi and Kamila Shamsie have...Rana Mitter meets John Irving whose new novel 'In One Person' examines loss of innocence, loss of sexual identity and trust in his most political novel since 'The Cider House Rules'. For Night Waves writers Gabriel Gbadamosi and Kamila Shamsie have been covering the Globe to Globe Shakespeare season and report back. Rana talks to artist Tom Phillips about his best-known work, A Humument now re-published in its fifth edition. And film historian John Cunningham and the poet and translator George Szirtes discuss the film 'The Turin Horse'.Wed, 30 May 2012 16:23:00 +010045:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120530-1623.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120530-1623a.mp3BBC Radio 3THIS PROGRAMME CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE. Matthew Sweet watches Ken Loach's new film The Angels' Share. Along with Hannah McGill, Anne Karpf and Lynda Mugglestone he also discusses the use of strong swearwords in the film and the controversy surrounding the cuts that Loach was forced to make in order to obtain a 15 certificate for the film. And science writer Marcus Chown, creative writing teacher Richard Hamblyn and translator Martin McLaughlin discuss the work and life of Italo Calvino and the way he uses science in his writing.THIS PROGRAMME CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE. Matthew Sweet watches Ken Loach's new film The Angels' Share. Along with Hannah McGill, Anne Karpf and Lynda Mugglestone he also discusses the use of strong swearwords in the film and the controversy...THIS PROGRAMME CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE. Matthew Sweet watches Ken Loach's new film The Angels' Share. Along with Hannah McGill, Anne Karpf and Lynda Mugglestone he also discusses the use of strong swearwords in the film and the controversy surrounding the cuts that Loach was forced to make in order to obtain a 15 certificate for the film. And science writer Marcus Chown, creative writing teacher Richard Hamblyn and translator Martin McLaughlin discuss the work and life of Italo Calvino and the way he uses science in his writing.Wed, 30 May 2012 13:04:00 +010030:50http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120530-1304.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120530-1304b.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy talks to neuroscientist David Eagleman to discuss the new ethical issues raised by the contradictory nature of brain science. The online social revolution is arguably the biggest cultural change the world has experienced since the Industrial Revolution of the 18th century. However, Andrew Keen - in his new book Digital Vertigo - suggests the social revolution is more dizzying and divisive than it is communitarian and life-enhancing. He's joined by writer and broadcaster, Naomi Alderman to untangle the web of social media. Anne also talks to the former diplomat and soldier Rory Stewart MP about his new two-part television documentary about Afghanistan. And a new exhibition at the British Museum explores how man's relationship with the horse has developed over centuries, from the deserts of Arabia to the race courses of England. Historians Louise Curth and Donna Landry discuss how the iconography of the horse has been represented in art and culture.Anne McElvoy talks to neuroscientist David Eagleman to discuss the new ethical issues raised by the contradictory nature of brain science. The online social revolution is arguably the biggest cultural change the world has experienced since the...Anne McElvoy talks to neuroscientist David Eagleman to discuss the new ethical issues raised by the contradictory nature of brain science. The online social revolution is arguably the biggest cultural change the world has experienced since the Industrial Revolution of the 18th century. However, Andrew Keen - in his new book Digital Vertigo - suggests the social revolution is more dizzying and divisive than it is communitarian and life-enhancing. He's joined by writer and broadcaster, Naomi Alderman to untangle the web of social media. Anne also talks to the former diplomat and soldier Rory Stewart MP about his new two-part television documentary about Afghanistan. And a new exhibition at the British Museum explores how man's relationship with the horse has developed over centuries, from the deserts of Arabia to the race courses of England. Historians Louise Curth and Donna Landry discuss how the iconography of the horse has been represented in art and culture.Fri, 25 May 2012 12:27:00 +010045:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120525-1227.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120525-1227a.mp3BBC Radio 3As a new book about warring philosophical frenemies Albert Camus and Jean-Paul Sartre is published, Philip Dodd explores their fractious relationship. Italian affairs commentator Geoff Andrews and Sicilian journalist Alessandra Bonomolo discuss to what extent the Sicilian Renaissance was successful. And Nick Pearce, director of the Institute for Public Policy Research, journalist Sue Cameron and political historian Peter Catterall discuss the nature of safe spaces in politics: how much have they facilitated the course of politics in the UK? Should all ministerial advice be made public?As a new book about warring philosophical frenemies Albert Camus and Jean-Paul Sartre is published, Philip Dodd explores their fractious relationship. Italian affairs commentator Geoff Andrews and Sicilian journalist Alessandra Bonomolo discuss to...As a new book about warring philosophical frenemies Albert Camus and Jean-Paul Sartre is published, Philip Dodd explores their fractious relationship. Italian affairs commentator Geoff Andrews and Sicilian journalist Alessandra Bonomolo discuss to what extent the Sicilian Renaissance was successful. And Nick Pearce, director of the Institute for Public Policy Research, journalist Sue Cameron and political historian Peter Catterall discuss the nature of safe spaces in politics: how much have they facilitated the course of politics in the UK? Should all ministerial advice be made public?Thu, 24 May 2012 17:07:00 +010044:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120524-1707.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120524-1707a.mp3BBC Radio 3Samira Ahmed talks to Jackie Kay and the former Reith lecturer, Michael Sandel about their new books, reviews a new production of Pinter's Betrayal and discusses the merits of a new extended version of Sergio Leone's gangster epic, Once Upon a Time in America.Samira Ahmed talks to Jackie Kay and the former Reith lecturer, Michael Sandel about their new books, reviews a new production of Pinter's Betrayal and discusses the merits of a new extended version of Sergio Leone's gangster epic, Once Upon a Time in...Samira Ahmed talks to Jackie Kay and the former Reith lecturer, Michael Sandel about their new books, reviews a new production of Pinter's Betrayal and discusses the merits of a new extended version of Sergio Leone's gangster epic, Once Upon a Time in America.Wed, 23 May 2012 16:08:00 +010044:52http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120523-1608.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120523-1608a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to the Pulitzer Prize winning novelist and essayist Marilynne Robinson about the theologian, Jean Calvin and what she believes is his profound influence on the great tradition of American literature. Also in the programme, the writer John Healy. After fifteen years of living on the streets of London as an alcoholic, Healy discovered chess in prison, and then wrote an acclaimed autobiography, The Grass Arena. As a new documentary, Barbaric Genius, sets out to unravel the tangled story of how that publishing success turned into infamy, John Healy talks to Matthew Sweet about his life and his writing.Matthew Sweet talks to the Pulitzer Prize winning novelist and essayist Marilynne Robinson about the theologian, Jean Calvin and what she believes is his profound influence on the great tradition of American literature. Also in the programme, the...Matthew Sweet talks to the Pulitzer Prize winning novelist and essayist Marilynne Robinson about the theologian, Jean Calvin and what she believes is his profound influence on the great tradition of American literature. Also in the programme, the writer John Healy. After fifteen years of living on the streets of London as an alcoholic, Healy discovered chess in prison, and then wrote an acclaimed autobiography, The Grass Arena. As a new documentary, Barbaric Genius, sets out to unravel the tangled story of how that publishing success turned into infamy, John Healy talks to Matthew Sweet about his life and his writing.Tue, 22 May 2012 11:45:00 +010043:23http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120522-1145.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120522-1145b.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy talks to Susannah Clapp about The Sunshine Boys at the Savoy Theatre. Angie Hobbs,Emily Sandberg and Anders Sandberg discuss how far we should push athletic performance. Michael Goldfarb and Ian Christie assess the legacy of the film Colonel Blimp. What has its impact been on the way we think about the conduct of war? And Caroline Cox decodes the meaning of the word Glamorous and reviews the V and A’s Ballgowns exhibition.Anne McElvoy talks to Susannah Clapp about The Sunshine Boys at the Savoy Theatre. Angie Hobbs,Emily Sandberg and Anders Sandberg discuss how far we should push athletic performance. Michael Goldfarb and Ian Christie assess the legacy of the film...Anne McElvoy talks to Susannah Clapp about The Sunshine Boys at the Savoy Theatre. Angie Hobbs,Emily Sandberg and Anders Sandberg discuss how far we should push athletic performance. Michael Goldfarb and Ian Christie assess the legacy of the film Colonel Blimp. What has its impact been on the way we think about the conduct of war? And Caroline Cox decodes the meaning of the word Glamorous and reviews the V and A’s Ballgowns exhibition.Fri, 18 May 2012 12:17:00 +010044:53http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120518-1217.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120518-1217a.mp3BBC Radio 3Samira Ahmed and guests discuss the opening and relaunch of The Photographer's Gallery in London this weekend after relocating to new premises and a multi-million pound overhaul. Carlos Fuentes, one of Mexico's greatest writers, died on Tuesday and Professor Steven Boldy, an expert on his work and close friend, explains why he was so significant in the Spanish-speaking world and beyond. Paul Seabright, the author of "The War of the Sexes", and historian Joanna Bourke debate whether the answer to greater harmony and equality between the sexes lies in our remote evolutionary past. And New Generation Thinkers Shahidha Bari and Lucy Powell discuss this year's Brighton Festival curated by Vanessa Redgrave.Samira Ahmed and guests discuss the opening and relaunch of The Photographer's Gallery in London this weekend after relocating to new premises and a multi-million pound overhaul. Carlos Fuentes, one of Mexico's greatest writers, died on Tuesday and...Samira Ahmed and guests discuss the opening and relaunch of The Photographer's Gallery in London this weekend after relocating to new premises and a multi-million pound overhaul. Carlos Fuentes, one of Mexico's greatest writers, died on Tuesday and Professor Steven Boldy, an expert on his work and close friend, explains why he was so significant in the Spanish-speaking world and beyond. Paul Seabright, the author of "The War of the Sexes", and historian Joanna Bourke debate whether the answer to greater harmony and equality between the sexes lies in our remote evolutionary past. And New Generation Thinkers Shahidha Bari and Lucy Powell discuss this year's Brighton Festival curated by Vanessa Redgrave.Thu, 17 May 2012 17:00:00 +010045:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120517-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120517-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet presents Night Waves with a first night review of a new production of Falstaff live from the Royal Opera House in London. Journalist Peter Oborne and writer Eliane Glaser join Matthew to debate political ideology. Scottish human rights lawyer and screenwriter Paul Laverty talks to Matthew about his new political film Even The Rain and Diego Marani a linguist at the European Union who writes a column for a Swiss newspaper in the made up language of Europanto.Matthew Sweet presents Night Waves with a first night review of a new production of Falstaff live from the Royal Opera House in London. Journalist Peter Oborne and writer Eliane Glaser join Matthew to debate political ideology. Scottish human rights...Matthew Sweet presents Night Waves with a first night review of a new production of Falstaff live from the Royal Opera House in London. Journalist Peter Oborne and writer Eliane Glaser join Matthew to debate political ideology. Scottish human rights lawyer and screenwriter Paul Laverty talks to Matthew about his new political film Even The Rain and Diego Marani a linguist at the European Union who writes a column for a Swiss newspaper in the made up language of Europanto.Wed, 16 May 2012 19:54:00 +010045:13http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120516-1954.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120516-1954a.mp3BBC Radio 3Rana Mitter reads a new collection of poetry from the Taliban in a newly translated volume that attempts to get inside the lives of a people little understood in the West. Science writer Philip Ball traces the rise of curiosity back to the 17th century and the Scientific Revolution when it changed from a vice to a virtue. And a review of an exhibition that’s a time capsule of 18th Century loot revealing the tastes, art, books and souvenirs of aristocrats returning from their Grand Tour of Europe.Rana Mitter reads a new collection of poetry from the Taliban in a newly translated volume that attempts to get inside the lives of a people little understood in the West. Science writer Philip Ball traces the rise of curiosity back to the 17th...Rana Mitter reads a new collection of poetry from the Taliban in a newly translated volume that attempts to get inside the lives of a people little understood in the West. Science writer Philip Ball traces the rise of curiosity back to the 17th century and the Scientific Revolution when it changed from a vice to a virtue. And a review of an exhibition that’s a time capsule of 18th Century loot revealing the tastes, art, books and souvenirs of aristocrats returning from their Grand Tour of Europe.Tue, 15 May 2012 13:21:00 +010045:47http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120515-1321.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120515-1321a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy talks to Hilary Mantel about her new historical novel Bring up the Bodiesand to Michael Apted the film maker behind the ground-breaking television documentary project 56 Up which has been following the lives of a selection of English people at seven year intervals.Susannah Clapp reviews Babel, the latest project from the immersive theatre company who won plaudits for last year's mammoth theatrical extravaganza, The Passion, in Port Talbot. This event has been commissioned for World Stages London as part of the Cultural Olympiad and uses the biblical story of the Tower of Babel as a starting point around which to organise 500 performers in an outdoor performance that has been billed as the theatrical event of the year.Anne McElvoy talks to Hilary Mantel about her new historical novel Bring up the Bodiesand to Michael Apted the film maker behind the ground-breaking television documentary project 56 Up which has been following the lives of a selection of English...Anne McElvoy talks to Hilary Mantel about her new historical novel Bring up the Bodiesand to Michael Apted the film maker behind the ground-breaking television documentary project 56 Up which has been following the lives of a selection of English people at seven year intervals.Susannah Clapp reviews Babel, the latest project from the immersive theatre company who won plaudits for last year's mammoth theatrical extravaganza, The Passion, in Port Talbot. This event has been commissioned for World Stages London as part of the Cultural Olympiad and uses the biblical story of the Tower of Babel as a starting point around which to organise 500 performers in an outdoor performance that has been billed as the theatrical event of the year.Fri, 11 May 2012 17:57:00 +010045:44http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120511-1757.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120511-1757b.mp3BBC Radio 3In remembrance of Vidal Sassoon, Night Waves podcasts an interview with Philip Dodd first broadcast on Monday 16 May 2011. As a film is released about Vidal Sassoon's life, he talks to Philip about growing up as a Jew in East London in the 1930s, his life as the iconic hairdresser of the 1960s and his later work.In remembrance of Vidal Sassoon, Night Waves podcasts an interview with Philip Dodd first broadcast on Monday 16 May 2011. As a film is released about Vidal Sassoon's life, he talks to Philip about growing up as a Jew in East London in the 1930s, his...In remembrance of Vidal Sassoon, Night Waves podcasts an interview with Philip Dodd first broadcast on Monday 16 May 2011. As a film is released about Vidal Sassoon's life, he talks to Philip about growing up as a Jew in East London in the 1930s, his life as the iconic hairdresser of the 1960s and his later work.Thu, 10 May 2012 18:34:00 +010015:36http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120510-1834.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120510-1834a.mp3BBC Radio 3Samira Ahmed talks to Andro Linklater whose new book Why Spencer Perceval Had to Die examines the assassination of the all-powerful prime minister of Great Britain, on 11 May 1812.Samira Ahmed talks to Andro Linklater whose new book Why Spencer Perceval Had to Die examines the assassination of the all-powerful prime minister of Great Britain, on 11 May 1812....Samira Ahmed talks to Andro Linklater whose new book Why Spencer Perceval Had to Die examines the assassination of the all-powerful prime minister of Great Britain, on 11 May 1812.Thu, 10 May 2012 13:22:00 +010045:00http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120510-1322.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120510-1322a.mp3BBC Radio 3Victorian women cast a long shadow over our imaginations But do we do enough to differentiate between the fictional characters and the real women? What lies beneath our perceptions of either? Matthew Sweet embarks on an exploration of the Victorian woman's psyche with the writers, Kate Summerscale and Sarah Ruhl and the historians, Kate Williams and Lynda Nead.Victorian women cast a long shadow over our imaginations But do we do enough to differentiate between the fictional characters and the real women? What lies beneath our perceptions of either? Matthew Sweet embarks on an exploration of the Victorian...Victorian women cast a long shadow over our imaginations But do we do enough to differentiate between the fictional characters and the real women? What lies beneath our perceptions of either? Matthew Sweet embarks on an exploration of the Victorian woman's psyche with the writers, Kate Summerscale and Sarah Ruhl and the historians, Kate Williams and Lynda Nead.Wed, 09 May 2012 12:58:00 +010045:45http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120509-1258.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120509-1258a.mp3BBC Radio 3In a special edition from the Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Philip Dodd is joined by writer Ian Rankin, artist Alison Watt whose self portrait now hangs at the gallery, the poet and critic Robert Crawford, and John Leighton Director General of the National Galleries of Scotland to examine the nature of portraiture and the cultural tensions created when capturing a likeness in figurative and abstract painting, poetry and literature.In a special edition from the Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Philip Dodd is joined by writer Ian Rankin, artist Alison Watt whose self portrait now hangs at the gallery, the poet and critic Robert Crawford, and John Leighton Director General of...In a special edition from the Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Philip Dodd is joined by writer Ian Rankin, artist Alison Watt whose self portrait now hangs at the gallery, the poet and critic Robert Crawford, and John Leighton Director General of the National Galleries of Scotland to examine the nature of portraiture and the cultural tensions created when capturing a likeness in figurative and abstract painting, poetry and literature.Tue, 08 May 2012 17:39:00 +010045:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120508-1739.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120508-1739a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd presents a Landmark edition devoted to Shakespeare's The Tempest, a drama reimagined by artists from Purcell to Derek Jarman via TS Eliot, Derek Walcott and Thomas Adès. In the studio to discuss this strange and compelling play are the writer and director Jonathan Miller who first directed the Tempest in 1970 and again in 1988, David Troughton, the actor who played Caliban in Sam Mendes 1993 production, the Shakespeare scholar Helen Hackett, composer and director Jeremy Sams who created a version of The Tempest story, The Enchanted Island, for the Metropolitan Opera and the writer Kamila Shamsie.Philip Dodd presents a Landmark edition devoted to Shakespeare's The Tempest, a drama reimagined by artists from Purcell to Derek Jarman via TS Eliot, Derek Walcott and Thomas Adès. In the studio to discuss this strange and compelling play are the...Philip Dodd presents a Landmark edition devoted to Shakespeare's The Tempest, a drama reimagined by artists from Purcell to Derek Jarman via TS Eliot, Derek Walcott and Thomas Adès. In the studio to discuss this strange and compelling play are the writer and director Jonathan Miller who first directed the Tempest in 1970 and again in 1988, David Troughton, the actor who played Caliban in Sam Mendes 1993 production, the Shakespeare scholar Helen Hackett, composer and director Jeremy Sams who created a version of The Tempest story, The Enchanted Island, for the Metropolitan Opera and the writer Kamila Shamsie.Fri, 04 May 2012 12:23:00 +010044:33http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120504-1223.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120504-1223a.mp3BBC Radio 3Rana Mitter presents with a review of the new Bauhaus exhibition at the Barbican and a discussion asking what it means to be Posh. Plus a new book on Darwin’s predecessors and a new exhibition in Cambridge on tombs from the Han China era.Rana Mitter presents with a review of the new Bauhaus exhibition at the Barbican and a discussion asking what it means to be Posh. Plus a new book on Darwin’s predecessors and a new exhibition in Cambridge on tombs from the Han China era....Rana Mitter presents with a review of the new Bauhaus exhibition at the Barbican and a discussion asking what it means to be Posh. Plus a new book on Darwin’s predecessors and a new exhibition in Cambridge on tombs from the Han China era.Fri, 04 May 2012 12:21:00 +010045:35http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120504-1221.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120504-1221a.mp3BBC Radio 3In this edition of Night Waves with Anne McElvoy, cardiac surgeon Francis Wells takes a look at a new exhibition of the work of Leonardo da Vinci. Ruchir Sharma, investment banker for Morgan Stanley together with Robert Guest, Washington Correspondent for The Economist, investigate what global and political forces are shaping emerging markets. Award-winning Bola Agbaje returns to the Royal Court Theatre, London with her new play Belong and discusses her work. And Jules Evans explains why we should be suspicious of attempts to measure our happiness levels, and put our faith in ancient philosophy instead.In this edition of Night Waves with Anne McElvoy, cardiac surgeon Francis Wells takes a look at a new exhibition of the work of Leonardo da Vinci. Ruchir Sharma, investment banker for Morgan Stanley together with Robert Guest, Washington Correspondent...In this edition of Night Waves with Anne McElvoy, cardiac surgeon Francis Wells takes a look at a new exhibition of the work of Leonardo da Vinci. Ruchir Sharma, investment banker for Morgan Stanley together with Robert Guest, Washington Correspondent for The Economist, investigate what global and political forces are shaping emerging markets. Award-winning Bola Agbaje returns to the Royal Court Theatre, London with her new play Belong and discusses her work. And Jules Evans explains why we should be suspicious of attempts to measure our happiness levels, and put our faith in ancient philosophy instead.Wed, 02 May 2012 17:28:00 +010044:48http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120502-1728.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120502-1728a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet presents a review of The English National Opera's The Flying Dutchman. He also traces the beginnings and history of Universal Motion Picture Manufacturing Company with Carla Laemmle,the founder’s niece and also asks if the stigma of being gay is melting away in secondary schools?Matthew Sweet presents a review of The English National Opera's The Flying Dutchman. He also traces the beginnings and history of Universal Motion Picture Manufacturing Company with Carla Laemmle,the founder’s niece and also asks if the stigma of...Matthew Sweet presents a review of The English National Opera's The Flying Dutchman. He also traces the beginnings and history of Universal Motion Picture Manufacturing Company with Carla Laemmle,the founder’s niece and also asks if the stigma of being gay is melting away in secondary schools?Tue, 01 May 2012 14:54:00 +010045:01http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120501-1454.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120501-1454a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd talks to the writer Jonah Lehrer whose new book sets out to unravel creativity and understand the imagination. Thirty years ago the film Koyaanisqatsi was released and Jon Adams, a Radio 3 New Generation Thinker, argues that it's lasting legacy is the effect it has had on the advertising industry. Philip and guests also take a look at the World Shakespeare Festival, in particular the Globe Theatre which is staging all of Shakespeare's 37 plays in 37 different languages. And, as the Science Museum puts on display a Ripley Scroll recently discovered in its archives Philip explores the resurgence of alchemy's reputation with the historians Jennifer Rampling and Peter Forshaw.Philip Dodd talks to the writer Jonah Lehrer whose new book sets out to unravel creativity and understand the imagination. Thirty years ago the film Koyaanisqatsi was released and Jon Adams, a Radio 3 New Generation Thinker, argues that it's lasting...Philip Dodd talks to the writer Jonah Lehrer whose new book sets out to unravel creativity and understand the imagination. Thirty years ago the film Koyaanisqatsi was released and Jon Adams, a Radio 3 New Generation Thinker, argues that it's lasting legacy is the effect it has had on the advertising industry. Philip and guests also take a look at the World Shakespeare Festival, in particular the Globe Theatre which is staging all of Shakespeare's 37 plays in 37 different languages. And, as the Science Museum puts on display a Ripley Scroll recently discovered in its archives Philip explores the resurgence of alchemy's reputation with the historians Jennifer Rampling and Peter Forshaw.Thu, 26 Apr 2012 18:47:00 +010045:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120426-1847.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120426-1847a.mp3BBC Radio 3For Night Waves Samira Ahmed will be considering the legacy of that most venerable British institution - The Rolling Stones. Samira will also be talking to Harry Shearer, who's latest project has raised the spirit of Richard Nixon from his political grave to walk again as the star of a television drama. Something just as dramatic but not as funny is revealed in Ferdinand Mount's latest book - The New Few and to round things off Briony Hanson will assess Albert Nobbs, the film for which Glenn Close received an Oscar nomination for playing the part of a man.For Night Waves Samira Ahmed will be considering the legacy of that most venerable British institution - The Rolling Stones. Samira will also be talking to Harry Shearer, who's latest project has raised the spirit of Richard Nixon from his political...For Night Waves Samira Ahmed will be considering the legacy of that most venerable British institution - The Rolling Stones. Samira will also be talking to Harry Shearer, who's latest project has raised the spirit of Richard Nixon from his political grave to walk again as the star of a television drama. Something just as dramatic but not as funny is revealed in Ferdinand Mount's latest book - The New Few and to round things off Briony Hanson will assess Albert Nobbs, the film for which Glenn Close received an Oscar nomination for playing the part of a man.Thu, 26 Apr 2012 18:28:00 +010045:09http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120426-1828.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120426-1828a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to David Hare. His new play South Downs is paired with a new staging of Terence Rattigan's The Browning Version and these two one-act plays look at the emotional journey of both pupils and teachers at the beginnings and end of their lives. And do we really want to live forever? According to a new book much of all human endeavour is about our desire to be immortal. Also, Jack Zipes, author of The Irresistible Fairy Tale examines why fairy tales are uniquely capable of getting under the skin of culture and staying there.And there's a review of The Bridge the latest scandi-crime drama to hit the small screen.Matthew Sweet talks to David Hare. His new play South Downs is paired with a new staging of Terence Rattigan's The Browning Version and these two one-act plays look at the emotional journey of both pupils and teachers at the beginnings and end of...Matthew Sweet talks to David Hare. His new play South Downs is paired with a new staging of Terence Rattigan's The Browning Version and these two one-act plays look at the emotional journey of both pupils and teachers at the beginnings and end of their lives. And do we really want to live forever? According to a new book much of all human endeavour is about our desire to be immortal. Also, Jack Zipes, author of The Irresistible Fairy Tale examines why fairy tales are uniquely capable of getting under the skin of culture and staying there.And there's a review of The Bridge the latest scandi-crime drama to hit the small screen.Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:46:00 +010044:57http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120424-1746.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120424-1746a.mp3BBC Radio 3We review the latest exhibition of a modern Frankenstein – one of the descriptions used for Ron Mueck, a hyper realist sculptor, who evokes both admiration and contempt. Also in the programme Award winning poet and first National Laureate of Wales, Gwyneth Lewis talks about her first ever play Clytemnestra and Tony Blair’s former speechwriter, Philip Collins and Edith Hall, a Professor of Classics argue over the ingredients of a great speech and whether technology really has fundamentally changed the art of speechwriting.We review the latest exhibition of a modern Frankenstein – one of the descriptions used for Ron Mueck, a hyper realist sculptor, who evokes both admiration and contempt. Also in the programme Award winning poet and first National Laureate of Wales,...We review the latest exhibition of a modern Frankenstein – one of the descriptions used for Ron Mueck, a hyper realist sculptor, who evokes both admiration and contempt. Also in the programme Award winning poet and first National Laureate of Wales, Gwyneth Lewis talks about her first ever play Clytemnestra and Tony Blair’s former speechwriter, Philip Collins and Edith Hall, a Professor of Classics argue over the ingredients of a great speech and whether technology really has fundamentally changed the art of speechwriting.Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:30:00 +010045:42http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120420-1430.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120420-1430a.mp3BBC Radio 3The price of gold is on a high. Rana Mitter examines its incredible allure and asks if it has a role in the modern financial system with economist John Butler, novelist AS Byatt, metallurgist Susan La Niece, economic anthropologist Keith Hart and financial journalist Paul Lewis.The price of gold is on a high. Rana Mitter examines its incredible allure and asks if it has a role in the modern financial system with economist John Butler, novelist AS Byatt, metallurgist Susan La Niece, economic anthropologist Keith Hart and...The price of gold is on a high. Rana Mitter examines its incredible allure and asks if it has a role in the modern financial system with economist John Butler, novelist AS Byatt, metallurgist Susan La Niece, economic anthropologist Keith Hart and financial journalist Paul Lewis.Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:26:00 +010043:48http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120420-1126.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120420-1126b.mp3BBC Radio 3Sam West directing a new revival of Close the Coalhouse Door tells Anne McElvoy why the production still matters today. Anne is also joined by Ahmed Rashid to discuss his new book 'Pakistan on the Brink' and Louise Doughty on the tricky art of getting romantic comedy right in 'Salmon Fishing in the Yemen'. And with calls for detailed personal tax statements on how our money is spent, we look at how this will change our relationship with the state. Will increased transparency in our public institutions change the cultural landscape of Britain?Sam West directing a new revival of Close the Coalhouse Door tells Anne McElvoy why the production still matters today. Anne is also joined by Ahmed Rashid to discuss his new book 'Pakistan on the Brink' and Louise Doughty on the tricky art of getting...Sam West directing a new revival of Close the Coalhouse Door tells Anne McElvoy why the production still matters today. Anne is also joined by Ahmed Rashid to discuss his new book 'Pakistan on the Brink' and Louise Doughty on the tricky art of getting romantic comedy right in 'Salmon Fishing in the Yemen'. And with calls for detailed personal tax statements on how our money is spent, we look at how this will change our relationship with the state. Will increased transparency in our public institutions change the cultural landscape of Britain?Wed, 18 Apr 2012 14:24:00 +010045:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120418-1424.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120418-1424a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet is joined by Nick Harkaway and Naomi Alderman to consider our changing relationship with the internet. He watches Kevin Macdonald's documentary on the life and legacy of Bob Marley and talks to Whit Stillman about his new film Damsels in Distress. And Kevin Jackson writes about the life of the art critic Tom LubbockMatthew Sweet is joined by Nick Harkaway and Naomi Alderman to consider our changing relationship with the internet. He watches Kevin Macdonald's documentary on the life and legacy of Bob Marley and talks to Whit Stillman about his new film Damsels in...Matthew Sweet is joined by Nick Harkaway and Naomi Alderman to consider our changing relationship with the internet. He watches Kevin Macdonald's documentary on the life and legacy of Bob Marley and talks to Whit Stillman about his new film Damsels in Distress. And Kevin Jackson writes about the life of the art critic Tom LubbockTue, 17 Apr 2012 12:29:00 +010044:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120417-1229.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120417-1229a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy and guests with a special programme on feminism: writing, philosophy and the body. Anne is joined by Susannah Clapp the author of "A Card from Angela Carter", the writer Janice Galloway and literary critic Suzi Feay. And Anne discusses whether the philosophical under-pinnings of feminism need adjustment with the philosophers Nancy Bauer and Meena Dhanda the feminst activist and writer Bidisha and Charlotte Vere founder of the think tank Women On.Anne McElvoy and guests with a special programme on feminism: writing, philosophy and the body. Anne is joined by Susannah Clapp the author of "A Card from Angela Carter", the writer Janice Galloway and literary critic Suzi Feay. And Anne discusses...Anne McElvoy and guests with a special programme on feminism: writing, philosophy and the body. Anne is joined by Susannah Clapp the author of "A Card from Angela Carter", the writer Janice Galloway and literary critic Suzi Feay. And Anne discusses whether the philosophical under-pinnings of feminism need adjustment with the philosophers Nancy Bauer and Meena Dhanda the feminst activist and writer Bidisha and Charlotte Vere founder of the think tank Women On.Fri, 13 Apr 2012 11:02:00 +010045:56http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120413-1102.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120413-1102a.mp3BBC Radio 3Liberals want gentle dogs, and conservatives want obedient ones argues social and cultural psychologist Jonathan Haidt in his new book The Righteous Mind. Music critic Hilary Finch has the verdict on a new film 'Mozart's Sister'. Also, to mark the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, Night Waves explores the nature of hubris and its relation to engineering innovations and knowledge advancement.And writer and director Enda Walsh comes in to discuss Misterman.Liberals want gentle dogs, and conservatives want obedient ones argues social and cultural psychologist Jonathan Haidt in his new book The Righteous Mind. Music critic Hilary Finch has the verdict on a new film 'Mozart's Sister'. Also, to mark the...Liberals want gentle dogs, and conservatives want obedient ones argues social and cultural psychologist Jonathan Haidt in his new book The Righteous Mind. Music critic Hilary Finch has the verdict on a new film 'Mozart's Sister'. Also, to mark the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, Night Waves explores the nature of hubris and its relation to engineering innovations and knowledge advancement.And writer and director Enda Walsh comes in to discuss Misterman.Thu, 12 Apr 2012 17:25:00 +010045:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120412-1725.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120412-1725a.mp3BBC Radio 3How should we appreciate the land around us? Tonight's Night Waves is devoted to a discussion on our changing relationship with the British landscape. Juliet Gardiner is joined by theologian and environmentalist Martin Palmer, writer and explorer Tristan Gooley, Fiona Reynolds Director General of the National Trust, and Radio 3 new Generation Thinker Alexandra Harris.How should we appreciate the land around us? Tonight's Night Waves is devoted to a discussion on our changing relationship with the British landscape. Juliet Gardiner is joined by theologian and environmentalist Martin Palmer, writer and explorer...How should we appreciate the land around us? Tonight's Night Waves is devoted to a discussion on our changing relationship with the British landscape. Juliet Gardiner is joined by theologian and environmentalist Martin Palmer, writer and explorer Tristan Gooley, Fiona Reynolds Director General of the National Trust, and Radio 3 new Generation Thinker Alexandra Harris.Wed, 11 Apr 2012 11:09:00 +010040:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120411-1109.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120411-1109a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd explores our passion for luxury in an age of austerity. Is it a sin or simply the inevitable expression of our human nature? How has our understanding of luxury changed over the centuries? Should we embrace it or shy away? To examine these questions Philip is joined by Giles Fraser, Chris Sanderson, Robert Frank, Maxine Berg and Michael Scott.Philip Dodd explores our passion for luxury in an age of austerity. Is it a sin or simply the inevitable expression of our human nature? How has our understanding of luxury changed over the centuries? Should we embrace it or shy away? To examine...Philip Dodd explores our passion for luxury in an age of austerity. Is it a sin or simply the inevitable expression of our human nature? How has our understanding of luxury changed over the centuries? Should we embrace it or shy away? To examine these questions Philip is joined by Giles Fraser, Chris Sanderson, Robert Frank, Maxine Berg and Michael Scott.Mon, 09 Apr 2012 23:00:00 +010044:09http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120409-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120409-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy presents a landmark edition on the Jean Renoir film La Grande Illusion. Popular with the audience and critics on its release in 1937, this masterpiece of French cinema tells the story of French officers trying to escape from a World War One prison. The film examines the themes of nationalism, duty, class and politics and has influenced a number of subsequent films including Casablanca and The Great Escape. Film historians Ginette Vincendeau and Ian Christie and professor of French History Julian Jackson join Anne to examine what makes this one of film's classics.Anne McElvoy presents a landmark edition on the Jean Renoir film La Grande Illusion. Popular with the audience and critics on its release in 1937, this masterpiece of French cinema tells the story of French officers trying to escape from a World War...Anne McElvoy presents a landmark edition on the Jean Renoir film La Grande Illusion. Popular with the audience and critics on its release in 1937, this masterpiece of French cinema tells the story of French officers trying to escape from a World War One prison. The film examines the themes of nationalism, duty, class and politics and has influenced a number of subsequent films including Casablanca and The Great Escape. Film historians Ginette Vincendeau and Ian Christie and professor of French History Julian Jackson join Anne to examine what makes this one of film's classics.Thu, 05 Apr 2012 23:00:00 +010044:38http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120405-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120405-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd goes to Kew Gardens in London to watch David Nash carving sculpture from felled trees and author Tom Holland discusses In the Shadow of the Sword, his new account of the history of Islam.Philip Dodd goes to Kew Gardens in London to watch David Nash carving sculpture from felled trees and author Tom Holland discusses In the Shadow of the Sword, his new account of the history of Islam....Philip Dodd goes to Kew Gardens in London to watch David Nash carving sculpture from felled trees and author Tom Holland discusses In the Shadow of the Sword, his new account of the history of Islam.Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:13:00 +010046:37http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120405-1313.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120405-1313a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet chairs an "International Review" edition of the programme, with critics from around the world coming together to discuss the latest global cultural events and arts issues. They'll be discussing an Afrikaaner drama Beauty by Oliver Hermanus about being secretly gay in Bloemfontein; an Egyptian novel Azazeel by Youssef Ziedan, set in a world populated by worshippers of both Jesus and Jupiter; and as the world's biggest ever Shakespeare festival kicks off later this month, we'll be asking how global Britain's greatest author really is.Matthew Sweet chairs an "International Review" edition of the programme, with critics from around the world coming together to discuss the latest global cultural events and arts issues. They'll be discussing an Afrikaaner drama Beauty by Oliver...Matthew Sweet chairs an "International Review" edition of the programme, with critics from around the world coming together to discuss the latest global cultural events and arts issues. They'll be discussing an Afrikaaner drama Beauty by Oliver Hermanus about being secretly gay in Bloemfontein; an Egyptian novel Azazeel by Youssef Ziedan, set in a world populated by worshippers of both Jesus and Jupiter; and as the world's biggest ever Shakespeare festival kicks off later this month, we'll be asking how global Britain's greatest author really is.Tue, 03 Apr 2012 23:00:00 +010045:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120403-2300.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120403-2300a.mp3BBC Radio 3Rana Mitter talks to the Australian writer Peter Carey about his new novel The Chemistry of Tears. Europe's museums are increasingly turning to countries such as China, Saudi Arabia and Qatar for help in funding exhibitions. Does this form of cultural diplomacy force curators to compromise their content?Martin Roth, Director of the Victoria and Albert Museum debates with Observer columnist Nick Cohen. And what can the language of an obscure Brazilian tribe called the Pirahã tell us about the evolution of our own? Linguist Daniel Everett explores how different societies have produced dramatically different languages.Rana Mitter talks to the Australian writer Peter Carey about his new novel The Chemistry of Tears. Europe's museums are increasingly turning to countries such as China, Saudi Arabia and Qatar for help in funding exhibitions. Does this form of cultural...Rana Mitter talks to the Australian writer Peter Carey about his new novel The Chemistry of Tears. Europe's museums are increasingly turning to countries such as China, Saudi Arabia and Qatar for help in funding exhibitions. Does this form of cultural diplomacy force curators to compromise their content?Martin Roth, Director of the Victoria and Albert Museum debates with Observer columnist Nick Cohen. And what can the language of an obscure Brazilian tribe called the Pirahã tell us about the evolution of our own? Linguist Daniel Everett explores how different societies have produced dramatically different languages.Tue, 03 Apr 2012 18:30:00 +010045:19http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120403-1830.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120403-1830a.mp3BBC Radio 3Romance proved difficult for Schubert - he stood barely five feet tall, with a long oval face and a deeply cleft chin. In turning to the streets of 19th century Vienna, "a night in the arms of Venus lead to a lifetime on Mercury" Whilst uncertainty exists about the cause of Schubert's death from syphilis, what do his attempts at mercury remedies reveal about his final few years? The medical historian and author of Romanticism and the Sciences Andrew Cunningham, examines The UnRomantic death of the mercurial Schubert.Romance proved difficult for Schubert - he stood barely five feet tall, with a long oval face and a deeply cleft chin. In turning to the streets of 19th century Vienna, "a night in the arms of Venus lead to a lifetime on Mercury" Whilst uncertainty...Romance proved difficult for Schubert - he stood barely five feet tall, with a long oval face and a deeply cleft chin. In turning to the streets of 19th century Vienna, "a night in the arms of Venus lead to a lifetime on Mercury" Whilst uncertainty exists about the cause of Schubert's death from syphilis, what do his attempts at mercury remedies reveal about his final few years? The medical historian and author of Romanticism and the Sciences Andrew Cunningham, examines The UnRomantic death of the mercurial Schubert.Fri, 30 Mar 2012 23:45:00 +010012:09http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120330-2345.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120330-2345a.mp3BBC Radio 3During the 19th century public performance became polite and professional. Audiences listened attentively in an environment free of gimmicks, and performance criticism blossomed. Night Waves' Matthew Sweet examines the legacy that controlling an audience would create, and how this new wave of respectability enabled writing, composing and performance to prosper.During the 19th century public performance became polite and professional. Audiences listened attentively in an environment free of gimmicks, and performance criticism blossomed. Night Waves' Matthew Sweet examines the legacy that controlling an...During the 19th century public performance became polite and professional. Audiences listened attentively in an environment free of gimmicks, and performance criticism blossomed. Night Waves' Matthew Sweet examines the legacy that controlling an audience would create, and how this new wave of respectability enabled writing, composing and performance to prosper.Fri, 30 Mar 2012 17:48:00 +010012:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120330-1748.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120330-1748a.mp3BBC Radio 3Night Waves' Philip Dodd reflects on the paradoxes on snow in music and literature and life, with Schubert as the point of departure and return.Night Waves' Philip Dodd reflects on the paradoxes on snow in music and literature and life, with Schubert as the point of departure and return....Night Waves' Philip Dodd reflects on the paradoxes on snow in music and literature and life, with Schubert as the point of departure and return.Fri, 30 Mar 2012 17:41:00 +010012:26http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120330-1741.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120330-1741a.mp3BBC Radio 3Jenny Uglow concentrates on Schubert and Scotland exploring his settings of Ossian poems, and Scott's The Lady of the Lake.Jenny Uglow concentrates on Schubert and Scotland exploring his settings of Ossian poems, and Scott's The Lady of the Lake....Jenny Uglow concentrates on Schubert and Scotland exploring his settings of Ossian poems, and Scott's The Lady of the Lake.Fri, 30 Mar 2012 17:32:00 +010011:49http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120330-1732.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120330-1732a.mp3BBC Radio 3The novelist Clare Morrall imagines what may have happened during one of Schubert’s meetings with his great hero, Beethoven.The novelist Clare Morrall imagines what may have happened during one of Schubert’s meetings with his great hero, Beethoven....The novelist Clare Morrall imagines what may have happened during one of Schubert’s meetings with his great hero, Beethoven.Wed, 28 Mar 2012 11:53:00 +010012:20http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120328-1153.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120328-1153a.mp3BBC Radio 3Schubert's voice emerges uniquely from song which emanates from poetry. Robert Vilain, a specialist in the German poetic tradition, examines Schubert's poetic sources from Goethe to Wilhelm MullerSchubert's voice emerges uniquely from song which emanates from poetry. Robert Vilain, a specialist in the German poetic tradition, examines Schubert's poetic sources from Goethe to Wilhelm Muller...Schubert's voice emerges uniquely from song which emanates from poetry. Robert Vilain, a specialist in the German poetic tradition, examines Schubert's poetic sources from Goethe to Wilhelm MullerWed, 28 Mar 2012 11:47:00 +010011:10http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120328-1147.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120328-1147a.mp3BBC Radio 3With Rana Mitter. Susannah Clapp and Michael Billington discuss the appointment of Gregory Doran as new director at the RSC and they also discuss a new English version of Filumena by the Italian playwright Eduardo De Filippo. Professor Steven Rose, and the curator of a new Wellcome Collection exhibition, Marius Kwint, discuss our scientific and cultural relationship with the brain. And we re-examine the life and achievements of one of Germany's most colourful leaders, king Frederick the Great as it celebrates the 300th anniversary of his birth.With Rana Mitter. Susannah Clapp and Michael Billington discuss the appointment of Gregory Doran as new director at the RSC and they also discuss a new English version of Filumena by the Italian playwright Eduardo De Filippo. Professor Steven Rose,...With Rana Mitter. Susannah Clapp and Michael Billington discuss the appointment of Gregory Doran as new director at the RSC and they also discuss a new English version of Filumena by the Italian playwright Eduardo De Filippo. Professor Steven Rose, and the curator of a new Wellcome Collection exhibition, Marius Kwint, discuss our scientific and cultural relationship with the brain. And we re-examine the life and achievements of one of Germany's most colourful leaders, king Frederick the Great as it celebrates the 300th anniversary of his birth.Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:07:00 +010045:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120327-1707.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120327-1707a.mp3BBC Radio 3Attempts to explain both Schubert's achievements and mood swings through theory, often fall short of explanation. The writer, philosopher and retired medical doctor Raymond Tallis re examines the neurological and psychological evidence of a composer who increasingly meditated on the darker side of the human psyche and human relationshipsAttempts to explain both Schubert's achievements and mood swings through theory, often fall short of explanation. The writer, philosopher and retired medical doctor Raymond Tallis re examines the neurological and psychological evidence of a composer...Attempts to explain both Schubert's achievements and mood swings through theory, often fall short of explanation. The writer, philosopher and retired medical doctor Raymond Tallis re examines the neurological and psychological evidence of a composer who increasingly meditated on the darker side of the human psyche and human relationshipsMon, 26 Mar 2012 12:53:00 +010011:09http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120326-1253.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120326-1253a.mp3BBC Radio 3The journey Sir George Grove made to Vienna by train was one of vision and passion. He went in pursuit of the lost works of a neglected composer, Franz Schubert, and his pilgrimage resulted in the discovery of the score of Rosamunde. Travel writer Simon Calder explores the journey of anticipation and what drove the founding editor of Grove's Dictionary of Music and Musicians to seek out the work of a relatively unpopular composer.The journey Sir George Grove made to Vienna by train was one of vision and passion. He went in pursuit of the lost works of a neglected composer, Franz Schubert, and his pilgrimage resulted in the discovery of the score of Rosamunde. Travel writer...The journey Sir George Grove made to Vienna by train was one of vision and passion. He went in pursuit of the lost works of a neglected composer, Franz Schubert, and his pilgrimage resulted in the discovery of the score of Rosamunde. Travel writer Simon Calder explores the journey of anticipation and what drove the founding editor of Grove's Dictionary of Music and Musicians to seek out the work of a relatively unpopular composer.Mon, 26 Mar 2012 12:44:00 +010010:13http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120326-1244.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120326-1244a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd and Susan Hitch review the world premier of Jonathan Dove's opera, Life is a Dream and also Paul Allen reviews Complicite's The Master and Margarita. Night Waves also discusses the world out of which Tarkovsky's imagination came and the romance of the past and the essentials of the future of engineering.Philip Dodd and Susan Hitch review the world premier of Jonathan Dove's opera, Life is a Dream and also Paul Allen reviews Complicite's The Master and Margarita. Night Waves also discusses the world out of which Tarkovsky's imagination came and the...Philip Dodd and Susan Hitch review the world premier of Jonathan Dove's opera, Life is a Dream and also Paul Allen reviews Complicite's The Master and Margarita. Night Waves also discusses the world out of which Tarkovsky's imagination came and the romance of the past and the essentials of the future of engineering.Thu, 22 Mar 2012 17:48:00 +000036:49http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120322-1748.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120322-1748a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy talks to Nobel laureate and Booker Prize winner Nadine Gordimer. In her new novel, No Time Like the Present, Gordimer examines her home country of South Africa in the post-apartheid world of Thabo Mbeki and Jacob Zuma and what has become of it since Mandela's jubilant release from prison. At the centre of the story is an interracial couple, Steve and Jabulile, living in a newly - tentatively - free South Africa, he a university lecturer she a lawyer, both comrades in the Struggle and now parents of children born in freedom. There is nothing extraordinary about their lives, and yet, in telling their story, and the stories of their friends and families, Gordimer manages to capture the state of her nation.Anne McElvoy talks to Nobel laureate and Booker Prize winner Nadine Gordimer. In her new novel, No Time Like the Present, Gordimer examines her home country of South Africa in the post-apartheid world of Thabo Mbeki and Jacob Zuma and what has become...Anne McElvoy talks to Nobel laureate and Booker Prize winner Nadine Gordimer. In her new novel, No Time Like the Present, Gordimer examines her home country of South Africa in the post-apartheid world of Thabo Mbeki and Jacob Zuma and what has become of it since Mandela's jubilant release from prison. At the centre of the story is an interracial couple, Steve and Jabulile, living in a newly - tentatively - free South Africa, he a university lecturer she a lawyer, both comrades in the Struggle and now parents of children born in freedom. There is nothing extraordinary about their lives, and yet, in telling their story, and the stories of their friends and families, Gordimer manages to capture the state of her nation.Thu, 22 Mar 2012 17:43:00 +000045:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120322-1743.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120322-1743a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet on 'Opium: Reality's Dark Dream.' Corruption and pain relief, war and poetry in a new book by Thomas Dormandy. Night Waves discusses current historical TV dramas with the social historian Juliet Gardiner and the cultural commentator Christopher Cook. The film critic Jonathan Romney assesses The Kid with a Bike and Sonia Solicari views new exhibition, The Age of Elegance.Matthew Sweet on 'Opium: Reality's Dark Dream.' Corruption and pain relief, war and poetry in a new book by Thomas Dormandy. Night Waves discusses current historical TV dramas with the social historian Juliet Gardiner and the cultural commentator...Matthew Sweet on 'Opium: Reality's Dark Dream.' Corruption and pain relief, war and poetry in a new book by Thomas Dormandy. Night Waves discusses current historical TV dramas with the social historian Juliet Gardiner and the cultural commentator Christopher Cook. The film critic Jonathan Romney assesses The Kid with a Bike and Sonia Solicari views new exhibition, The Age of Elegance.Tue, 20 Mar 2012 16:12:00 +000045:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120320-1612.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120320-1612a.mp3BBC Radio 3Diarmaid MacCulloch talks to Anne McElvoy about why he believes that Christianity offers the best way to understand how and why the English are as they are. Anne discusses the new documentary, 'Four Horsemen' with its director, Ross Ashcroft and the financial analyst Louise Cooper. Richard Cork visits the Yorkshire Sculpture Park to review the first major exhibition of Joan Miro's works of sculpture. And Gabrielle Walker talks about her new book which maps the intricate histories of the world's most uninhabitable territory: Antarctica.Diarmaid MacCulloch talks to Anne McElvoy about why he believes that Christianity offers the best way to understand how and why the English are as they are. Anne discusses the new documentary, 'Four Horsemen' with its director, Ross Ashcroft and the...Diarmaid MacCulloch talks to Anne McElvoy about why he believes that Christianity offers the best way to understand how and why the English are as they are. Anne discusses the new documentary, 'Four Horsemen' with its director, Ross Ashcroft and the financial analyst Louise Cooper. Richard Cork visits the Yorkshire Sculpture Park to review the first major exhibition of Joan Miro's works of sculpture. And Gabrielle Walker talks about her new book which maps the intricate histories of the world's most uninhabitable territory: Antarctica.Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:33:00 +000045:41http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120316-1433.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120316-1433a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd with an interview with cultural historian, Eli Zaretsky on his new book, 'Why America needs a Left'. Lindsay Johns reviews "Moon on a Rainbow Shawl" and Ian Christie talks about "Once Upon a Time in Anatolia".Philip Dodd with an interview with cultural historian, Eli Zaretsky on his new book, 'Why America needs a Left'. Lindsay Johns reviews "Moon on a Rainbow Shawl" and Ian Christie talks about "Once Upon a Time in Anatolia"....Philip Dodd with an interview with cultural historian, Eli Zaretsky on his new book, 'Why America needs a Left'. Lindsay Johns reviews "Moon on a Rainbow Shawl" and Ian Christie talks about "Once Upon a Time in Anatolia".Fri, 16 Mar 2012 13:49:00 +000045:36http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120316-1349.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120316-1349a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet discusses "Turner Inspired" at the National Gallery in London and Sue Prideaux's new biography of Strindberg. Also on the programme, an examination of Kony 2012, a campaigning You Tube video now seen by over 76 million people and the award winning novelist Marilynne Robinson on her new book of essays.Matthew Sweet discusses "Turner Inspired" at the National Gallery in London and Sue Prideaux's new biography of Strindberg. Also on the programme, an examination of Kony 2012, a campaigning You Tube video now seen by over 76 million people and the...Matthew Sweet discusses "Turner Inspired" at the National Gallery in London and Sue Prideaux's new biography of Strindberg. Also on the programme, an examination of Kony 2012, a campaigning You Tube video now seen by over 76 million people and the award winning novelist Marilynne Robinson on her new book of essays.Thu, 15 Mar 2012 13:04:00 +000045:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120315-1304.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120315-1304a.mp3BBC Radio 3Samira Ahmed is joined by Helen Wallace to review the UK premiere of composer Judith Weir's new opera, 'Miss Fortune'. Historian Jerry White talks about his latest chronicle of London, this time the 18th century, physical theatre director Lloyd Newson and James Cuno and Mark Jones discuss the merits and pitfalls of narrating museum exhibits in an explanatory, encyclopaedic arrangement.Samira Ahmed is joined by Helen Wallace to review the UK premiere of composer Judith Weir's new opera, 'Miss Fortune'. Historian Jerry White talks about his latest chronicle of London, this time the 18th century, physical theatre director Lloyd Newson...Samira Ahmed is joined by Helen Wallace to review the UK premiere of composer Judith Weir's new opera, 'Miss Fortune'. Historian Jerry White talks about his latest chronicle of London, this time the 18th century, physical theatre director Lloyd Newson and James Cuno and Mark Jones discuss the merits and pitfalls of narrating museum exhibits in an explanatory, encyclopaedic arrangement.Tue, 13 Mar 2012 12:36:00 +000045:18http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120313-1236.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120313-1236a.mp3BBC Radio 3Susannah Clapp reviews a new play Going Dark running at the Young Vic Theatre. Martin Dusinberre, Christopher Gerteis and Geoff Brumfiel discuss whether attitudes to natural disaster in Japan have changed. Russell Banks, a twice Pulitzer finalist, discusses his latest book, The Lost Memory of Skin and Ginette Vincendeau reveiws Bel Ami.Susannah Clapp reviews a new play Going Dark running at the Young Vic Theatre. Martin Dusinberre, Christopher Gerteis and Geoff Brumfiel discuss whether attitudes to natural disaster in Japan have changed. Russell Banks, a twice Pulitzer finalist,...Susannah Clapp reviews a new play Going Dark running at the Young Vic Theatre. Martin Dusinberre, Christopher Gerteis and Geoff Brumfiel discuss whether attitudes to natural disaster in Japan have changed. Russell Banks, a twice Pulitzer finalist, discusses his latest book, The Lost Memory of Skin and Ginette Vincendeau reveiws Bel Ami.Mon, 12 Mar 2012 18:35:00 +000045:01http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120312-1835.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120312-1835a.mp3BBC Radio 3As we approach the centenary of Bram Stoker's death, Philip Dodd presents a Landmark edition of Night Waves devoted to his Victorian gothic horror novel Dracula.As we approach the centenary of Bram Stoker's death, Philip Dodd presents a Landmark edition of Night Waves devoted to his Victorian gothic horror novel Dracula....As we approach the centenary of Bram Stoker's death, Philip Dodd presents a Landmark edition of Night Waves devoted to his Victorian gothic horror novel Dracula.Thu, 08 Mar 2012 19:43:00 +000045:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120308-1943.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120308-1943a.mp3BBC Radio 3Rana Mitter meets Paul Preston, whose new account of the Spanish Civil War is called 'The Spanish Holocaust - Inquisition and Extermination in Twentieth Century Spain'. We visit 'The Stuff That Really Matters' - a new exhibition of textiles assembled by Seth Siegelaub for the Center for Social Research on Old Textiles. Neuroscientist Mark Pagel and the philosopher Kristina Musholt discuss the ways in which different academic disciplines see humanity. And finally Chung Kuo China is a fascinating window on 1970s China under Mao and Li Jie of Harvard University talks about this important film.Rana Mitter meets Paul Preston, whose new account of the Spanish Civil War is called 'The Spanish Holocaust - Inquisition and Extermination in Twentieth Century Spain'. We visit 'The Stuff That Really Matters' - a new exhibition of textiles assembled...Rana Mitter meets Paul Preston, whose new account of the Spanish Civil War is called 'The Spanish Holocaust - Inquisition and Extermination in Twentieth Century Spain'. We visit 'The Stuff That Really Matters' - a new exhibition of textiles assembled by Seth Siegelaub for the Center for Social Research on Old Textiles. Neuroscientist Mark Pagel and the philosopher Kristina Musholt discuss the ways in which different academic disciplines see humanity. And finally Chung Kuo China is a fascinating window on 1970s China under Mao and Li Jie of Harvard University talks about this important film.Thu, 08 Mar 2012 18:55:00 +000045:10http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120308-1855.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120308-1855a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet meets James Robinson who offers a new way of understanding wealth and poverty. Peter Gill one of Britain's most important directors of the last thirty years talks about adapting A Provincial Life based on a Chekhov short story. And The Patagonian Hare is Claude Lanzmann's memoir of his life as a writer, thinker, film director and witness to the twentieth century.Matthew Sweet meets James Robinson who offers a new way of understanding wealth and poverty. Peter Gill one of Britain's most important directors of the last thirty years talks about adapting A Provincial Life based on a Chekhov short story. And The...Matthew Sweet meets James Robinson who offers a new way of understanding wealth and poverty. Peter Gill one of Britain's most important directors of the last thirty years talks about adapting A Provincial Life based on a Chekhov short story. And The Patagonian Hare is Claude Lanzmann's memoir of his life as a writer, thinker, film director and witness to the twentieth century.Thu, 08 Mar 2012 18:08:00 +000044:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120308-1808.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120308-1808a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy talks to Eamon McCabe about the late photographer Eve Arnold, the German film maker Cyril Tuschi about his new documentary, 'Khodorkovsky'. Discusses the importance of beauty in evolution with the philosopher David Rothenberg. And asks what does Raspberry-Pi - the ultra-cheap computer designed to make you engage with programming tell us about our relationship with technology?Anne McElvoy talks to Eamon McCabe about the late photographer Eve Arnold, the German film maker Cyril Tuschi about his new documentary, 'Khodorkovsky'. Discusses the importance of beauty in evolution with the philosopher David Rothenberg. And asks...Anne McElvoy talks to Eamon McCabe about the late photographer Eve Arnold, the German film maker Cyril Tuschi about his new documentary, 'Khodorkovsky'. Discusses the importance of beauty in evolution with the philosopher David Rothenberg. And asks what does Raspberry-Pi - the ultra-cheap computer designed to make you engage with programming tell us about our relationship with technology?Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:10:00 +000044:48http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120308-1410.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120308-1410a.mp3BBC Radio 3The historian Jon Agar and the science writer, Marcus Chown consider the achievements of science in the 20th century. DJ Taylor and Justin Cartwright reflect on how the world of money and finance is represented in fiction. Sarah Kent will be assessing the first major retropsective of the Italian artist, Alighiero Boetti. And Professor of Historical Geography Christopher Withers reflects on whether it's time to switch from Greenwich Mean Time to the atomic clock.The historian Jon Agar and the science writer, Marcus Chown consider the achievements of science in the 20th century. DJ Taylor and Justin Cartwright reflect on how the world of money and finance is represented in fiction. Sarah Kent will be assessing...The historian Jon Agar and the science writer, Marcus Chown consider the achievements of science in the 20th century. DJ Taylor and Justin Cartwright reflect on how the world of money and finance is represented in fiction. Sarah Kent will be assessing the first major retropsective of the Italian artist, Alighiero Boetti. And Professor of Historical Geography Christopher Withers reflects on whether it's time to switch from Greenwich Mean Time to the atomic clock.Thu, 01 Mar 2012 17:24:00 +000045:02http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120301-1724.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120301-1724a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd explores the boundaries between faith and doubt. His expert guides in this vast territory are the former bishop, Richard Holloway and the writers, Jonathan Safran Foer and Howard Jacobson.Philip Dodd explores the boundaries between faith and doubt. His expert guides in this vast territory are the former bishop, Richard Holloway and the writers, Jonathan Safran Foer and Howard Jacobson....Philip Dodd explores the boundaries between faith and doubt. His expert guides in this vast territory are the former bishop, Richard Holloway and the writers, Jonathan Safran Foer and Howard Jacobson.Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:02:00 +000045:05http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120229-1702.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120229-1702a.mp3BBC Radio 3With Rana Mitter. Donovan Hohn talks about tracking 28,000 yellow plastic ducks lost at sea. John Gittings and Hew Strachan discuss war and peace in today's world. And Susannah Clapp provides a first night review of National Theatre of Scotland's production 'An Appointment with the Wickerman' in Aberdeen.With Rana Mitter. Donovan Hohn talks about tracking 28,000 yellow plastic ducks lost at sea. John Gittings and Hew Strachan discuss war and peace in today's world. And Susannah Clapp provides a first night review of National Theatre of Scotland's...With Rana Mitter. Donovan Hohn talks about tracking 28,000 yellow plastic ducks lost at sea. John Gittings and Hew Strachan discuss war and peace in today's world. And Susannah Clapp provides a first night review of National Theatre of Scotland's production 'An Appointment with the Wickerman' in Aberdeen.Thu, 23 Feb 2012 18:23:00 +000045:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120223-1823.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120223-1823a.mp3BBC Radio 3With Anne McElvoy. Paul Allen reviews 'Tis a Pity She's a Whore. Translator Michael Hoffman and biographer Jenny Williams discuss Hans Fallada. A look at democracy through the history of energy. And an interview with artist Jeremy Deller.With Anne McElvoy. Paul Allen reviews 'Tis a Pity She's a Whore. Translator Michael Hoffman and biographer Jenny Williams discuss Hans Fallada. A look at democracy through the history of energy. And an interview with artist Jeremy Deller....With Anne McElvoy. Paul Allen reviews 'Tis a Pity She's a Whore. Translator Michael Hoffman and biographer Jenny Williams discuss Hans Fallada. A look at democracy through the history of energy. And an interview with artist Jeremy Deller.Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:03:00 +000045:29http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120222-1703.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120222-1703a.mp3BBC Radio 3With Matthew Sweet. French philosopher Pascal Bruckner and the author Lisa Appignanesi discuss Free Love. Piers Paul Read explores what place Catholicism has in modern British public life. A review of a new documentary about producer and director Roger Corman. And writer Louis de Bernieres talks about a new film adaptation of his novel Red Dog.With Matthew Sweet. French philosopher Pascal Bruckner and the author Lisa Appignanesi discuss Free Love. Piers Paul Read explores what place Catholicism has in modern British public life. A review of a new documentary about producer and director...With Matthew Sweet. French philosopher Pascal Bruckner and the author Lisa Appignanesi discuss Free Love. Piers Paul Read explores what place Catholicism has in modern British public life. A review of a new documentary about producer and director Roger Corman. And writer Louis de Bernieres talks about a new film adaptation of his novel Red Dog.Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:38:00 +000045:15http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120221-1738.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120221-1738a.mp3BBC Radio 3With Anne McElvoy. We discuss the fraught relationship between religion and politics. Anne Karpf reviews the Oscar-nominated Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close. A look at the friendship of Piet Mondrian and Ben Nicholson. And politician Fawzia Koofi outlines her one woman fight to lead Afghanistan into the future.With Anne McElvoy. We discuss the fraught relationship between religion and politics. Anne Karpf reviews the Oscar-nominated Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close. A look at the friendship of Piet Mondrian and Ben Nicholson. And politician Fawzia Koofi...With Anne McElvoy. We discuss the fraught relationship between religion and politics. Anne Karpf reviews the Oscar-nominated Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close. A look at the friendship of Piet Mondrian and Ben Nicholson. And politician Fawzia Koofi outlines her one woman fight to lead Afghanistan into the future.Fri, 17 Feb 2012 17:05:00 +000045:21http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120217-1705.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120217-1705a.mp3BBC Radio 3With Philip Dodd. Julia Lovell and Richard Cork talk about 'Waste Not', the first solo exhibition in the UK by the Chinese artist Song Dong. Stefan Collini, Dougald Hine, Roey Sweet and Deborah Bowman tackle universities. And posthumous pardons: should we alter past verdicts?With Philip Dodd. Julia Lovell and Richard Cork talk about 'Waste Not', the first solo exhibition in the UK by the Chinese artist Song Dong. Stefan Collini, Dougald Hine, Roey Sweet and Deborah Bowman tackle universities. And posthumous pardons:...With Philip Dodd. Julia Lovell and Richard Cork talk about 'Waste Not', the first solo exhibition in the UK by the Chinese artist Song Dong. Stefan Collini, Dougald Hine, Roey Sweet and Deborah Bowman tackle universities. And posthumous pardons: should we alter past verdicts?Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:39:00 +000044:42http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120216-1639.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120216-1639a.mp3BBC Radio 3The Turkish novelist Elif Shafak talks to Rana Mitter in an interview recorded at last year's Free Thinking Festival in Gateshead.The Turkish novelist Elif Shafak talks to Rana Mitter in an interview recorded at last year's Free Thinking Festival in Gateshead....The Turkish novelist Elif Shafak talks to Rana Mitter in an interview recorded at last year's Free Thinking Festival in Gateshead.Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:20:00 +000045:19http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120215-1620.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120215-1620a.mp3BBC Radio 3With Matthew Sweet. Artist Brad Lochore reviews a new exhibition at Tate Britain: Picasso and Modern British Art. Phil Agland talks about his new documentary about the Baka people in Cameroon. An audience goes speed-dating with a New Generation Thinker from the Free Thinking Festival last year. And Josie Rourke talks about her new appointment as Creative Director of London's Donmar Warehouse theatre.With Matthew Sweet. Artist Brad Lochore reviews a new exhibition at Tate Britain: Picasso and Modern British Art. Phil Agland talks about his new documentary about the Baka people in Cameroon. An audience goes speed-dating with a New Generation...With Matthew Sweet. Artist Brad Lochore reviews a new exhibition at Tate Britain: Picasso and Modern British Art. Phil Agland talks about his new documentary about the Baka people in Cameroon. An audience goes speed-dating with a New Generation Thinker from the Free Thinking Festival last year. And Josie Rourke talks about her new appointment as Creative Director of London's Donmar Warehouse theatre.Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:38:00 +000044:49http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120214-1538.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120214-1538a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd talks to Cullen Murphy about his new book, God's Jury. Matthew Sweet takes a new look at Lawrence Durrell. And Anne McElvoy talks to Kate Grenville about her books on Australian Colonialism and also interviews Gene Sharp about non-violent protests.Philip Dodd talks to Cullen Murphy about his new book, God's Jury. Matthew Sweet takes a new look at Lawrence Durrell. And Anne McElvoy talks to Kate Grenville about her books on Australian Colonialism and also interviews Gene Sharp about non-violent...Philip Dodd talks to Cullen Murphy about his new book, God's Jury. Matthew Sweet takes a new look at Lawrence Durrell. And Anne McElvoy talks to Kate Grenville about her books on Australian Colonialism and also interviews Gene Sharp about non-violent protests.Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:26:00 +000048:39http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120207-1726.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120207-1726a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to David Scheffer, architect of the Modern War Crimes Tribunal and discusses the Hajj with film-maker Navid Ahktar and Venetia Porter curator at The British Museum. Also Anne McElvoy discusses the play, Trial of Ubu with theatre critic Susannah Clapp.Matthew Sweet talks to David Scheffer, architect of the Modern War Crimes Tribunal and discusses the Hajj with film-maker Navid Ahktar and Venetia Porter curator at The British Museum. Also Anne McElvoy discusses the play, Trial of Ubu with theatre...Matthew Sweet talks to David Scheffer, architect of the Modern War Crimes Tribunal and discusses the Hajj with film-maker Navid Ahktar and Venetia Porter curator at The British Museum. Also Anne McElvoy discusses the play, Trial of Ubu with theatre critic Susannah Clapp.Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:29:00 +000043:21http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120201-1329.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120201-1329a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to philosopher Roger Scruton about environmental politics and also discusses the writer WG Sebald with cultural historian Kevin Jackson and the writer and translator Amanda Hopkinson. Susannah Clapp and film historian Ian Christie came into the studio to talk about Coriolanus - the first big-screen adaptation of Shakespeare’s political power play. And Anne McElvoy talks to Paul Mason about his book ‘Why It’s Kicking Off Everywhere’.Matthew Sweet talks to philosopher Roger Scruton about environmental politics and also discusses the writer WG Sebald with cultural historian Kevin Jackson and the writer and translator Amanda Hopkinson. Susannah Clapp and film historian Ian Christie...Matthew Sweet talks to philosopher Roger Scruton about environmental politics and also discusses the writer WG Sebald with cultural historian Kevin Jackson and the writer and translator Amanda Hopkinson. Susannah Clapp and film historian Ian Christie came into the studio to talk about Coriolanus - the first big-screen adaptation of Shakespeare’s political power play. And Anne McElvoy talks to Paul Mason about his book ‘Why It’s Kicking Off Everywhere’.Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:27:00 +000044:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120125-2227.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20120125-2227a.mp3BBC Radio 3Throughout this week, Night Waves examines some of the major cultural forces shaping the 21st century. Anne McElvoy and guests discuss mega-cities, sustainability and the ethics of living together.Throughout this week, Night Waves examines some of the major cultural forces shaping the 21st century. Anne McElvoy and guests discuss mega-cities, sustainability and the ethics of living together....Throughout this week, Night Waves examines some of the major cultural forces shaping the 21st century. Anne McElvoy and guests discuss mega-cities, sustainability and the ethics of living together.Thu, 22 Dec 2011 23:01:00 +000045:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111222-2301.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111222-2301a.mp3BBC Radio 3Throughout this week, Night Waves examines some of the major cultural forces shaping the 21st century. Anne McElvoy asks to what extent are science and medicine shaping our lives and what breakthroughs are shaping the future?Throughout this week, Night Waves examines some of the major cultural forces shaping the 21st century. Anne McElvoy asks to what extent are science and medicine shaping our lives and what breakthroughs are shaping the future?...Throughout this week, Night Waves examines some of the major cultural forces shaping the 21st century. Anne McElvoy asks to what extent are science and medicine shaping our lives and what breakthroughs are shaping the future?Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:04:00 +000044:27http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111222-1604.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111222-1604a.mp3BBC Radio 3Throughout this week, Night Waves examines some of the major cultural forces shaping the 21st century. Philip Dodd and guests look at greed in its many forms, accompanied Peter Marinker reading Falstaff, Faustus and others.Throughout this week, Night Waves examines some of the major cultural forces shaping the 21st century. Philip Dodd and guests look at greed in its many forms, accompanied Peter Marinker reading Falstaff, Faustus and others....Throughout this week, Night Waves examines some of the major cultural forces shaping the 21st century. Philip Dodd and guests look at greed in its many forms, accompanied Peter Marinker reading Falstaff, Faustus and others.Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:20:00 +000045:48http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111222-1520.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111222-1520a.mp3BBC Radio 3Throughout this week, Night Waves examines some of the major cultural forces shaping the 21st century. Matthew Sweet and guests attempt to define the zeitgeist via the cultural artefacts and moments of 2011.Throughout this week, Night Waves examines some of the major cultural forces shaping the 21st century. Matthew Sweet and guests attempt to define the zeitgeist via the cultural artefacts and moments of 2011....Throughout this week, Night Waves examines some of the major cultural forces shaping the 21st century. Matthew Sweet and guests attempt to define the zeitgeist via the cultural artefacts and moments of 2011.Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:43:00 +000044:27http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111222-1443.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111222-1443a.mp3BBC Radio 3In a special edition of the podcast, we mark the passing of both Christopher Hitchens and Vaclav Havel, with interviews, reviews and analysis from the Night Waves archives.In a special edition of the podcast, we mark the passing of both Christopher Hitchens and Vaclav Havel, with interviews, reviews and analysis from the Night Waves archives....In a special edition of the podcast, we mark the passing of both Christopher Hitchens and Vaclav Havel, with interviews, reviews and analysis from the Night Waves archives.Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:41:00 +000035:24http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111219-2041.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111219-2041a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet entertains guests from Ghana, Italy, India and Egypt to discuss Saladin, a new book by Anne-Marie Eddé, the legacy of the Crusades, Nanni Moretti's latest film We have a Pope and Rabindranath Tagore, the first Asian recipient of the Nobel Prize.Matthew Sweet entertains guests from Ghana, Italy, India and Egypt to discuss Saladin, a new book by Anne-Marie Eddé, the legacy of the Crusades, Nanni Moretti's latest film We have a Pope and Rabindranath Tagore, the first Asian recipient of the...Matthew Sweet entertains guests from Ghana, Italy, India and Egypt to discuss Saladin, a new book by Anne-Marie Eddé, the legacy of the Crusades, Nanni Moretti's latest film We have a Pope and Rabindranath Tagore, the first Asian recipient of the Nobel Prize.Mon, 12 Dec 2011 18:47:00 +000044:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111212-1847.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111212-1847a.mp3BBC Radio 3As Europe struggles to manage the current financial crisis we are seeing un-elected technocrats replace populist leaders and ratings agencies seemingly wielding increasing power. Philip Dodd and guests discuss whether the pursuit of economic stability is downgrading democracy.As Europe struggles to manage the current financial crisis we are seeing un-elected technocrats replace populist leaders and ratings agencies seemingly wielding increasing power. Philip Dodd and guests discuss whether the pursuit of economic stability...As Europe struggles to manage the current financial crisis we are seeing un-elected technocrats replace populist leaders and ratings agencies seemingly wielding increasing power. Philip Dodd and guests discuss whether the pursuit of economic stability is downgrading democracy.Mon, 12 Dec 2011 18:10:00 +000044:34http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111212-1810.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111212-1810a.mp3BBC Radio 3Updated corrected audio: Rana Mitter chairs a debate about the Luddites to mark their 200th anniversary. Recorded in front of a live audience at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011.Updated corrected audio: Rana Mitter chairs a debate about the Luddites to mark their 200th anniversary. Recorded in front of a live audience at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011....Updated corrected audio: Rana Mitter chairs a debate about the Luddites to mark their 200th anniversary. Recorded in front of a live audience at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011.Thu, 01 Dec 2011 12:24:00 +000044:50http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111201-1224.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111201-1224a.mp3BBC Radio 3Landscape architect Charles Jencks calls for a new cosmic art, in a talk entitled Reclaiming the Universe. Jencks argues that understanding the universe is too important to be left to scientists and theologians, and wants us to connect to pre-historic ideas about the cosmos, present in monuments such as Stonehenge.Landscape architect Charles Jencks calls for a new cosmic art, in a talk entitled Reclaiming the Universe. Jencks argues that understanding the universe is too important to be left to scientists and theologians, and wants us to connect to pre-historic...Landscape architect Charles Jencks calls for a new cosmic art, in a talk entitled Reclaiming the Universe. Jencks argues that understanding the universe is too important to be left to scientists and theologians, and wants us to connect to pre-historic ideas about the cosmos, present in monuments such as Stonehenge.Fri, 25 Nov 2011 14:43:00 +000044:59http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111125-1443.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111125-1443a.mp3BBC Radio 3Neuro-scientist Sarah-Jayne Blakemore gives a talk on changes in the teenage brain. Teenagers often act on impulse, are lazy, emotional and get into trouble with the police and parents. Sarah-Jayne Blakemore is Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at University College London and a leading expert on teenage brains. Using recent research about the radical changes taking place in the adolescent brain, she argues it's time to rethink our attitudes towards youth and the place of teenagers in society.Neuro-scientist Sarah-Jayne Blakemore gives a talk on changes in the teenage brain. Teenagers often act on impulse, are lazy, emotional and get into trouble with the police and parents. Sarah-Jayne Blakemore is Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience...Neuro-scientist Sarah-Jayne Blakemore gives a talk on changes in the teenage brain. Teenagers often act on impulse, are lazy, emotional and get into trouble with the police and parents. Sarah-Jayne Blakemore is Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at University College London and a leading expert on teenage brains. Using recent research about the radical changes taking place in the adolescent brain, she argues it's time to rethink our attitudes towards youth and the place of teenagers in society.Thu, 24 Nov 2011 12:54:00 +000044:56http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111124-1254.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111124-1254a.mp3BBC Radio 3Psychotherapist Susie Orbach challenges the obsession with personal change. Susie is Britain's most high-profile pyschotherapist, whose book Fat is a Feminist Issue revolutionised the way we understand our bodies. She co-founded The Women's Therapy Centre, has been a consultant for The World Bank and NHS, and is an advocate for body diversity and emotional literacy.Psychotherapist Susie Orbach challenges the obsession with personal change. Susie is Britain's most high-profile pyschotherapist, whose book Fat is a Feminist Issue revolutionised the way we understand our bodies. She co-founded The Women's Therapy...Psychotherapist Susie Orbach challenges the obsession with personal change. Susie is Britain's most high-profile pyschotherapist, whose book Fat is a Feminist Issue revolutionised the way we understand our bodies. She co-founded The Women's Therapy Centre, has been a consultant for The World Bank and NHS, and is an advocate for body diversity and emotional literacy.Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:36:00 +000045:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111122-1436.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111122-1436b.mp3BBC Radio 3How will our world change as traditional energy supplies shrink and climate change forces us to use less fossil fuels? Should we return to a locally-focused pre-modern lifestyle where travel is a luxury for the few, will conflict over declining resources destabilise the globe, or will science save the day?How will our world change as traditional energy supplies shrink and climate change forces us to use less fossil fuels? Should we return to a locally-focused pre-modern lifestyle where travel is a luxury for the few, will conflict over declining...How will our world change as traditional energy supplies shrink and climate change forces us to use less fossil fuels? Should we return to a locally-focused pre-modern lifestyle where travel is a luxury for the few, will conflict over declining resources destabilise the globe, or will science save the day?Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:18:00 +000044:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111118-1718.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111118-1718a.mp3BBC Radio 3Economist Aditya Chakrabortty examines the impact of economic change on society. Over the past 30 years governments of every political hue have promised that great prizes will follow economic change, whilst parts of society have been effectively written off. So argues Aditya Chakrabortty, economics leader writer at The Guardian. He believes even the newly fashionable zeal for a manufacturing revival will do little to help and calls for a radical solution.Economist Aditya Chakrabortty examines the impact of economic change on society. Over the past 30 years governments of every political hue have promised that great prizes will follow economic change, whilst parts of society have been effectively...Economist Aditya Chakrabortty examines the impact of economic change on society. Over the past 30 years governments of every political hue have promised that great prizes will follow economic change, whilst parts of society have been effectively written off. So argues Aditya Chakrabortty, economics leader writer at The Guardian. He believes even the newly fashionable zeal for a manufacturing revival will do little to help and calls for a radical solution.Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:12:00 +000044:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111118-1712.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111118-1712a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd chairs a debate on the obsession with change, at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011. Panel includes the film-maker Molly Dineen and the Rev Dr Giles Fraser.Philip Dodd chairs a debate on the obsession with change, at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011. Panel includes the film-maker Molly Dineen and the Rev Dr Giles Fraser....Philip Dodd chairs a debate on the obsession with change, at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011. Panel includes the film-maker Molly Dineen and the Rev Dr Giles Fraser.Thu, 17 Nov 2011 11:29:00 +000044:49http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111117-1129.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111117-1129a.mp3BBC Radio 3Julian Savulescu, Oxford Professor of Ethics, makes the case for human enhancement and genetic selection at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011.Julian Savulescu, Oxford Professor of Ethics, makes the case for human enhancement and genetic selection at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011....Julian Savulescu, Oxford Professor of Ethics, makes the case for human enhancement and genetic selection at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011.Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:07:00 +000044:53http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111116-1207.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111116-1207a.mp3BBC Radio 3Leading historian Linda Colley gives a talk on how we have dealt with periods of dramatic change in the past and how history can help us to understand change today.Leading historian Linda Colley gives a talk on how we have dealt with periods of dramatic change in the past and how history can help us to understand change today....Leading historian Linda Colley gives a talk on how we have dealt with periods of dramatic change in the past and how history can help us to understand change today.Mon, 14 Nov 2011 22:45:00 +000043:23http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111114-2245.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111114-2245a.mp3BBC Radio 3Germaine Greer delivers a talk questioning the pursuit of freedom at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011.Germaine Greer delivers a talk questioning the pursuit of freedom at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011....Germaine Greer delivers a talk questioning the pursuit of freedom at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011.Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:02:00 +000045:11http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111111-1202.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111111-1202a.mp3BBC Radio 3Kevin Fong, who presents BBC2's Horizon and is a leading expert on space medicine, gives a talk at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011calling for a second Space Age.Kevin Fong, who presents BBC2's Horizon and is a leading expert on space medicine, gives a talk at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011calling for a second Space Age....Kevin Fong, who presents BBC2's Horizon and is a leading expert on space medicine, gives a talk at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011calling for a second Space Age.Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:46:00 +000043:59http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111110-1546.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111110-1546a.mp3BBC Radio 3William Hague discusses the dramatic changes taking throughout the globe and Britain's role in this transforming world order.William Hague discusses the dramatic changes taking throughout the globe and Britain's role in this transforming world order....William Hague discusses the dramatic changes taking throughout the globe and Britain's role in this transforming world order.Wed, 09 Nov 2011 14:24:00 +000045:38http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111109-1424.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111109-1424a.mp3BBC Radio 3Rev Dr Giles Fraser, the former Canon Chancellor of St Paul's Cathedral, gives a talk at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011 on the crisis of commitment in our society.Rev Dr Giles Fraser, the former Canon Chancellor of St Paul's Cathedral, gives a talk at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011 on the crisis of commitment in our society....Rev Dr Giles Fraser, the former Canon Chancellor of St Paul's Cathedral, gives a talk at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011 on the crisis of commitment in our society.Tue, 08 Nov 2011 12:40:00 +000045:52http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111108-1240.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111108-1240a.mp3BBC Radio 3One of the world's top heart surgeons, Francis Wells, discusses the future of the heart, his work at the cutting-edge of surgery, and his fascination with Da Vinci at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011.One of the world's top heart surgeons, Francis Wells, discusses the future of the heart, his work at the cutting-edge of surgery, and his fascination with Da Vinci at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011....One of the world's top heart surgeons, Francis Wells, discusses the future of the heart, his work at the cutting-edge of surgery, and his fascination with Da Vinci at the BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival 2011.Mon, 07 Nov 2011 18:25:00 +000045:36http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111107-1825.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111107-1825b.mp3BBC Radio 3Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales launches this year's BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival with a lecture on how the internet will continue to radically change our worldWikipedia founder Jimmy Wales launches this year's BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival with a lecture on how the internet will continue to radically change our world...Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales launches this year's BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival with a lecture on how the internet will continue to radically change our worldMon, 07 Nov 2011 17:59:00 +000059:54http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111107-1759.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111107-1759a.mp3BBC Radio 3The full Night Waves interview with ex-Hong Kong Governor and new chairman of the BBC Trust, Chris Patten.The full Night Waves interview with ex-Hong Kong Governor and new chairman of the BBC Trust, Chris Patten....The full Night Waves interview with ex-Hong Kong Governor and new chairman of the BBC Trust, Chris Patten.Tue, 01 Nov 2011 19:16:00 +000044:15http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111101-1916.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111101-1916b.mp3BBC Radio 3David Attenborough talks to Matthew Sweet about his new TV series Frozen Planet. Philip Dodd asks whether we're living through a golden age of science. And Rana Mitter looks at the architects of the Russian Revolution with Richard Cork and Clementine Cecil.David Attenborough talks to Matthew Sweet about his new TV series Frozen Planet. Philip Dodd asks whether we're living through a golden age of science. And Rana Mitter looks at the architects of the Russian Revolution with Richard Cork and Clementine...David Attenborough talks to Matthew Sweet about his new TV series Frozen Planet. Philip Dodd asks whether we're living through a golden age of science. And Rana Mitter looks at the architects of the Russian Revolution with Richard Cork and Clementine Cecil.Tue, 01 Nov 2011 18:35:00 +000043:43http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111101-1835.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111101-1835b.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd looks at the state of English civility. Anne McElvoy delves into the world of famous writers. Matthew Sweet discusses the place of the village in the British psyche and Juliet Gardiner reviews the play Jumpy.Philip Dodd looks at the state of English civility. Anne McElvoy delves into the world of famous writers. Matthew Sweet discusses the place of the village in the British psyche and Juliet Gardiner reviews the play Jumpy....Philip Dodd looks at the state of English civility. Anne McElvoy delves into the world of famous writers. Matthew Sweet discusses the place of the village in the British psyche and Juliet Gardiner reviews the play Jumpy.Tue, 25 Oct 2011 14:22:00 +010050:56http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111025-1422.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111025-1422a.mp3BBC Radio 3This week in the face of a deepening economic crisis Rana Mitter asks should we save or spend? Evolutionary biologist Robert Trivers discusses self-deception with Matthew Sweet. Illustrator Quentin Blake tells Rana about his latest work for hospitals. And poet laureate Carol Ann Duffy talks to Anne McElvoy about bees.This week in the face of a deepening economic crisis Rana Mitter asks should we save or spend? Evolutionary biologist Robert Trivers discusses self-deception with Matthew Sweet. Illustrator Quentin Blake tells Rana about his latest work for hospitals....This week in the face of a deepening economic crisis Rana Mitter asks should we save or spend? Evolutionary biologist Robert Trivers discusses self-deception with Matthew Sweet. Illustrator Quentin Blake tells Rana about his latest work for hospitals. And poet laureate Carol Ann Duffy talks to Anne McElvoy about bees.Mon, 17 Oct 2011 21:12:00 +010051:11http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111017-2112.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111017-2112b.mp3BBC Radio 3Juiet Gardner talks to Woody Allen about his latest comedy Midnight in Paris. Philip Dodd reviews a new biography of the writer Charles Dickens. Anne McElvoy looks at how the line between humanity and technology is becoming increasingly blurred and historian Joanna Bourke tells Matthew Sweet What it Means to be Human.Juiet Gardner talks to Woody Allen about his latest comedy Midnight in Paris. Philip Dodd reviews a new biography of the writer Charles Dickens. Anne McElvoy looks at how the line between humanity and technology is becoming increasingly blurred and...Juiet Gardner talks to Woody Allen about his latest comedy Midnight in Paris. Philip Dodd reviews a new biography of the writer Charles Dickens. Anne McElvoy looks at how the line between humanity and technology is becoming increasingly blurred and historian Joanna Bourke tells Matthew Sweet What it Means to be Human.Tue, 11 Oct 2011 11:26:00 +010047:57http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111011-1126.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111011-1126b.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy talks to writer Robert Harris about his new novel set amidst the current banking crisis. Critic Susannah Clapp reviews King Lear, starring Tim Pigott-Smith. And Philip Dodd is joined by Kwasi Kwarteng and Richard Gott to discuss their views on the British Empire.Anne McElvoy talks to writer Robert Harris about his new novel set amidst the current banking crisis. Critic Susannah Clapp reviews King Lear, starring Tim Pigott-Smith. And Philip Dodd is joined by Kwasi Kwarteng and Richard Gott to discuss their...Anne McElvoy talks to writer Robert Harris about his new novel set amidst the current banking crisis. Critic Susannah Clapp reviews King Lear, starring Tim Pigott-Smith. And Philip Dodd is joined by Kwasi Kwarteng and Richard Gott to discuss their views on the British Empire.Mon, 03 Oct 2011 19:00:00 +010037:30http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111003-1900.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111003-1900a.mp3BBC Radio 3In this special edition of the podcast, Matthew Sweet's full interview with the Danish director Lars von Trier, discussing his long and varied career.In this special edition of the podcast, Matthew Sweet's full interview with the Danish director Lars von Trier, discussing his long and varied career....In this special edition of the podcast, Matthew Sweet's full interview with the Danish director Lars von Trier, discussing his long and varied career.Mon, 03 Oct 2011 17:37:00 +010043:53http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111003-1737.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20111003-1737a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy talks to Adam Macqueen as Private Eye turns 50. Matthew Sweet discusses Mike Leigh's new play Grief and talks to Imran Khan anout his ambition to lead Pakistan and Philip Dodd in conversation with Gideon Rachman, Anatole Lieven and Pullitzer Prize winner Thomas Friedman - who has co-written a book with the title That Used to Be US: What Went Wrong With America and How It Can Come Back.Anne McElvoy talks to Adam Macqueen as Private Eye turns 50. Matthew Sweet discusses Mike Leigh's new play Grief and talks to Imran Khan anout his ambition to lead Pakistan and Philip Dodd in conversation with Gideon Rachman, Anatole Lieven and...Anne McElvoy talks to Adam Macqueen as Private Eye turns 50. Matthew Sweet discusses Mike Leigh's new play Grief and talks to Imran Khan anout his ambition to lead Pakistan and Philip Dodd in conversation with Gideon Rachman, Anatole Lieven and Pullitzer Prize winner Thomas Friedman - who has co-written a book with the title That Used to Be US: What Went Wrong With America and How It Can Come Back.Tue, 27 Sep 2011 12:00:00 +010063:37http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110927-1200.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110927-1200a.mp3BBC Radio 3Rana Mitter discusses irony with our New Generation Thinkers and Anne McElvoy talks to critic David D’Arcy about Andrew Rossi's documentary film Page One and to Anna Funder about her new novel All that I Am. And a series of screenwriter’s lectures at BAFTA and the British Film Institute is celebrating the importance of screenwriters and providing a forum in which they can’t have credit for their work stolen by the director.Rana Mitter discusses irony with our New Generation Thinkers and Anne McElvoy talks to critic David D’Arcy about Andrew Rossi's documentary film Page One and to Anna Funder about her new novel All that I Am. And a series of screenwriter’s lectures at...Rana Mitter discusses irony with our New Generation Thinkers and Anne McElvoy talks to critic David D’Arcy about Andrew Rossi's documentary film Page One and to Anna Funder about her new novel All that I Am. And a series of screenwriter’s lectures at BAFTA and the British Film Institute is celebrating the importance of screenwriters and providing a forum in which they can’t have credit for their work stolen by the director.Wed, 21 Sep 2011 17:00:00 +010048:44http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110921-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110921-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 3Poet and former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen and presenter Ian McMillan introduce the winning entries in the first ever Proms Poetry competition and Rabbi Julia Neuberger explores the piano’s literary life across the ages in conversation with Anne McElvoy,Poet and former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen and presenter Ian McMillan introduce the winning entries in the first ever Proms Poetry competition and Rabbi Julia Neuberger explores the piano’s literary life across the ages in conversation with...Poet and former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen and presenter Ian McMillan introduce the winning entries in the first ever Proms Poetry competition and Rabbi Julia Neuberger explores the piano’s literary life across the ages in conversation with Anne McElvoy,Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:41:00 +010040:33http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110912-1841.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110912-1841a.mp3BBC Radio 3Biographer John Carey and author Meg Rosoff join Ian McMillan to discuss one of Britain's greatest post-war novelists - William Golding. And acclaimed violinist Tasmin Little completes our series of events in which musicians from this year’s Proms season introduce and discuss their favourite works of fiction and poetry.Biographer John Carey and author Meg Rosoff join Ian McMillan to discuss one of Britain's greatest post-war novelists - William Golding. And acclaimed violinist Tasmin Little completes our series of events in which musicians from this year’s Proms...Biographer John Carey and author Meg Rosoff join Ian McMillan to discuss one of Britain's greatest post-war novelists - William Golding. And acclaimed violinist Tasmin Little completes our series of events in which musicians from this year’s Proms season introduce and discuss their favourite works of fiction and poetry.Mon, 05 Sep 2011 17:48:00 +010040:54http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110905-1748.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110905-1748a.mp3BBC Radio 3The death of Prince Albert 150 years ago inspired the creation of the home of the Proms - the Royal Albert Hall. Historians Kate Williams and Dan Cruickshank join Matthew Sweet to reassess the Prince Consort and his legacy "the Albertopolis". And cellist Matthew Barley is the third guest in a four-part Proms Plus series in which musicians from this year's Proms season introduce their favourite works of fiction and poetry. Susan Hitch hosts.The death of Prince Albert 150 years ago inspired the creation of the home of the Proms - the Royal Albert Hall. Historians Kate Williams and Dan Cruickshank join Matthew Sweet to reassess the Prince Consort and his legacy "the Albertopolis". And...The death of Prince Albert 150 years ago inspired the creation of the home of the Proms - the Royal Albert Hall. Historians Kate Williams and Dan Cruickshank join Matthew Sweet to reassess the Prince Consort and his legacy "the Albertopolis". And cellist Matthew Barley is the third guest in a four-part Proms Plus series in which musicians from this year's Proms season introduce their favourite works of fiction and poetry. Susan Hitch hosts.Fri, 02 Sep 2011 17:03:00 +010040:56http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110902-1703.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110902-1703a.mp3BBC Radio 3Historical novelist Sarah Dunant and Margaret Keane, author of ‘Inferno’, discuss Dante’s Divine Comedy. Leading American conductor Andrew Litton introduces a personal choice of readings from their favourite fiction and poetry.Historical novelist Sarah Dunant and Margaret Keane, author of ‘Inferno’, discuss Dante’s Divine Comedy. Leading American conductor Andrew Litton introduces a personal choice of readings from their favourite fiction and poetry....Historical novelist Sarah Dunant and Margaret Keane, author of ‘Inferno’, discuss Dante’s Divine Comedy. Leading American conductor Andrew Litton introduces a personal choice of readings from their favourite fiction and poetry.Thu, 25 Aug 2011 13:24:00 +010040:36http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110825-1324.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110825-1324a.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet talks to Sir Ronald Harwood, Oscar winning screenwriter of The Pianist and The Diving Bell and the Butterfly, and Neil Brand, doyen of silent film pianists, discussing the role of music in film – from The Keystone Kops to indie films. Matthew also talks to comedians Natalie Haynes and Steve Punt to unveil and perform their favourite humorous writing from down the ages and asks what makes literary comic gold?Matthew Sweet talks to Sir Ronald Harwood, Oscar winning screenwriter of The Pianist and The Diving Bell and the Butterfly, and Neil Brand, doyen of silent film pianists, discussing the role of music in film – from The Keystone Kops to indie films....Matthew Sweet talks to Sir Ronald Harwood, Oscar winning screenwriter of The Pianist and The Diving Bell and the Butterfly, and Neil Brand, doyen of silent film pianists, discussing the role of music in film – from The Keystone Kops to indie films. Matthew also talks to comedians Natalie Haynes and Steve Punt to unveil and perform their favourite humorous writing from down the ages and asks what makes literary comic gold?Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:06:00 +010039:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110817-1306.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110817-1306d.mp3BBC Radio 3Tariq Ali and Daniel Karlin discuss the writer Kipling and authors Val McDermid and Louise Welsh explore the explosion in Scandinavian crime writing with Rana Mitter.Tariq Ali and Daniel Karlin discuss the writer Kipling and authors Val McDermid and Louise Welsh explore the explosion in Scandinavian crime writing with Rana Mitter....Tariq Ali and Daniel Karlin discuss the writer Kipling and authors Val McDermid and Louise Welsh explore the explosion in Scandinavian crime writing with Rana Mitter.Thu, 11 Aug 2011 16:24:00 +010040:37http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110811-1624.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110811-1624a.mp3BBC Radio 3Playwright Mark Ravenhill and actor and writer Simon Callow discuss Faust with Matthew Sweet and Ian Mcmillan is in conversation with the conductor Robert Hollingworth about his favourite works of fiction and poetry.Playwright Mark Ravenhill and actor and writer Simon Callow discuss Faust with Matthew Sweet and Ian Mcmillan is in conversation with the conductor Robert Hollingworth about his favourite works of fiction and poetry....Playwright Mark Ravenhill and actor and writer Simon Callow discuss Faust with Matthew Sweet and Ian Mcmillan is in conversation with the conductor Robert Hollingworth about his favourite works of fiction and poetry.Wed, 03 Aug 2011 15:28:00 +010040:54http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110803-1528.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110803-1528a.mp3BBC Radio 3Kate Mosse and Edmund de Waal discuss great French literary classics with Matthew Sweet, and Peggy Reynolds talks to Rana Mitter about the cello in literature, with musical illustrations.Kate Mosse and Edmund de Waal discuss great French literary classics with Matthew Sweet, and Peggy Reynolds talks to Rana Mitter about the cello in literature, with musical illustrations....Kate Mosse and Edmund de Waal discuss great French literary classics with Matthew Sweet, and Peggy Reynolds talks to Rana Mitter about the cello in literature, with musical illustrations.Thu, 28 Jul 2011 16:00:00 +010038:43http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110728-1600.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110728-1600a.mp3BBC Radio 3Arianna Huffington talks about the launch of her online newspaper, the Huffington Post, in the UK. Veteran French filmmaker Bertrand Tavernier discusses his new historical drama set in the 16th century. Terry Charman and Kate Adie look at the Imperial War Museum in its 75th year. And a survey of Hollywood portraiture at the National Portrait Gallery.Arianna Huffington talks about the launch of her online newspaper, the Huffington Post, in the UK. Veteran French filmmaker Bertrand Tavernier discusses his new historical drama set in the 16th century. Terry Charman and Kate Adie look at the Imperial...Arianna Huffington talks about the launch of her online newspaper, the Huffington Post, in the UK. Veteran French filmmaker Bertrand Tavernier discusses his new historical drama set in the 16th century. Terry Charman and Kate Adie look at the Imperial War Museum in its 75th year. And a survey of Hollywood portraiture at the National Portrait Gallery.Tue, 12 Jul 2011 16:36:00 +010046:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110712-1636.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110712-1636a.mp3BBC Radio 3Highlights from a Night Waves special as part of the Light Fantastic Festival weekend. Raymond Tallis and Armand Leroi discuss Raymond's new book, Aping Mankind. Paul Cartledge looks at the cultural collateral damage caused by military action against Gadaffi. New Generation Thinker Zoe Norridge on cultural responses to genocide memorial sites in Rwanda.Highlights from a Night Waves special as part of the Light Fantastic Festival weekend. Raymond Tallis and Armand Leroi discuss Raymond's new book, Aping Mankind. Paul Cartledge looks at the cultural collateral damage caused by military action against...Highlights from a Night Waves special as part of the Light Fantastic Festival weekend. Raymond Tallis and Armand Leroi discuss Raymond's new book, Aping Mankind. Paul Cartledge looks at the cultural collateral damage caused by military action against Gadaffi. New Generation Thinker Zoe Norridge on cultural responses to genocide memorial sites in Rwanda.Tue, 05 Jul 2011 12:07:00 +010042:54http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110705-1207.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110705-1207b.mp3BBC Radio 3Nightwaves looks at the subject of internet anonymity, visits a new exhibition of work by Stanley Spencer in Warwickshire, and empire, enlightenment, and emotion – all come together in an eighteenth-century Scottish townhouse in a new book from historian Emma RothschildNightwaves looks at the subject of internet anonymity, visits a new exhibition of work by Stanley Spencer in Warwickshire, and empire, enlightenment, and emotion – all come together in an eighteenth-century Scottish townhouse in a new book from...Nightwaves looks at the subject of internet anonymity, visits a new exhibition of work by Stanley Spencer in Warwickshire, and empire, enlightenment, and emotion – all come together in an eighteenth-century Scottish townhouse in a new book from historian Emma RothschildMon, 27 Jun 2011 18:34:00 +010050:12http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110627-1834.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110627-1834a.mp3BBC Radio 3Acclaimed novelists Arundhati Roy and Siddhartha Deb look at India as an emerging superpower. Kevin Macdonald discusses his film made up of footage from ordinary people. American playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney explains why he wrote a play about a PR company. And is Retromania really that new?Acclaimed novelists Arundhati Roy and Siddhartha Deb look at India as an emerging superpower. Kevin Macdonald discusses his film made up of footage from ordinary people. American playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney explains why he wrote a play about a PR...Acclaimed novelists Arundhati Roy and Siddhartha Deb look at India as an emerging superpower. Kevin Macdonald discusses his film made up of footage from ordinary people. American playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney explains why he wrote a play about a PR company. And is Retromania really that new?Tue, 14 Jun 2011 15:57:00 +010050:20http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110614-1557.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110614-1557a.mp3BBC Radio 3Sherry Turkle on how new technology is changing the way we think and form relationships. Candace Allen reviews an exhibition of photographs, postcards and journalism of US lynchings. Director Asif Kapadia discusses his award-winning documentary about the controversial racing driver Ayrton Senna. A discussion about the changing role of Amnesty International.Sherry Turkle on how new technology is changing the way we think and form relationships. Candace Allen reviews an exhibition of photographs, postcards and journalism of US lynchings. Director Asif Kapadia discusses his award-winning documentary about...Sherry Turkle on how new technology is changing the way we think and form relationships. Candace Allen reviews an exhibition of photographs, postcards and journalism of US lynchings. Director Asif Kapadia discusses his award-winning documentary about the controversial racing driver Ayrton Senna. A discussion about the changing role of Amnesty International.Tue, 07 Jun 2011 13:35:00 +010054:11http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110607-1335.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110607-1335a.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne McElvoy talks to the Egyptian cultural historian Leila Ahmed about her new book which explores the resurgence of the Muslim veil and to three veteran war reporters who feature in a new Imperial War Museum North exhibition about the correspondent's life behind the frontline and the changing nature of war reporting. With Kate Adie, Michael Nicholson and Eric Thirer. As London’s Jewish Museum launches its Entertaining the Nation exhibition, Matthew is joined by actress and comedian Maureen Lipman and historian David Ceserani to reflect on the Jewish contribution to British entertainment and as Bob Dylan turns 70, Anne discovers why his recent work still has meaning from singer Barb Jungr and English academic, Daniel Karlin.Anne McElvoy talks to the Egyptian cultural historian Leila Ahmed about her new book which explores the resurgence of the Muslim veil and to three veteran war reporters who feature in a new Imperial War Museum North exhibition about the...Anne McElvoy talks to the Egyptian cultural historian Leila Ahmed about her new book which explores the resurgence of the Muslim veil and to three veteran war reporters who feature in a new Imperial War Museum North exhibition about the correspondent's life behind the frontline and the changing nature of war reporting. With Kate Adie, Michael Nicholson and Eric Thirer. As London’s Jewish Museum launches its Entertaining the Nation exhibition, Matthew is joined by actress and comedian Maureen Lipman and historian David Ceserani to reflect on the Jewish contribution to British entertainment and as Bob Dylan turns 70, Anne discovers why his recent work still has meaning from singer Barb Jungr and English academic, Daniel Karlin.Tue, 31 May 2011 23:03:00 +010053:18http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110531-2303.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110531-2303c.mp3BBC Radio 3Francis Fukuyama talks about his new book. A discussion about train murders. Susannah Clapp on immersive theatre. And interview with Vidal Sassoon.Francis Fukuyama talks about his new book. A discussion about train murders. Susannah Clapp on immersive theatre. And interview with Vidal Sassoon....Francis Fukuyama talks about his new book. A discussion about train murders. Susannah Clapp on immersive theatre. And interview with Vidal Sassoon.Mon, 23 May 2011 16:45:00 +010061:27http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110523-1645.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110523-1645a.mp3BBC Radio 3An overview of the legacy of Malcolm X, Diana Athill on her short stories, a new film from Chad and a celebration of the work of Chinese artist Ai Wei Wei.An overview of the legacy of Malcolm X, Diana Athill on her short stories, a new film from Chad and a celebration of the work of Chinese artist Ai Wei Wei....An overview of the legacy of Malcolm X, Diana Athill on her short stories, a new film from Chad and a celebration of the work of Chinese artist Ai Wei Wei.Tue, 17 May 2011 20:36:00 +010050:35http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110517-2036.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110517-2036a.mp3BBC Radio 3Molly Dineen discusses her first collection of documentaries on DVD. Brian Christian talks about his book, The Most Human Human. A discussion on Bin Laden. Abbas Milani on his biography of the Shah of Iran.Molly Dineen discusses her first collection of documentaries on DVD. Brian Christian talks about his book, The Most Human Human. A discussion on Bin Laden. Abbas Milani on his biography of the Shah of Iran....Molly Dineen discusses her first collection of documentaries on DVD. Brian Christian talks about his book, The Most Human Human. A discussion on Bin Laden. Abbas Milani on his biography of the Shah of Iran.Tue, 10 May 2011 15:16:00 +010052:52http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110510-1516.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110510-1516a.mp3BBC Radio 3Edward St Aubyn talks about his new book, At Last, the final in the Patrick Melrose series. Anatol Lieven discusses his new book, Pakistan, A Hard Country. Max Clifford is on the panel of guests talking about Super Injunctions and we talk about the world of the LudditeEdward St Aubyn talks about his new book, At Last, the final in the Patrick Melrose series. Anatol Lieven discusses his new book, Pakistan, A Hard Country. Max Clifford is on the panel of guests talking about Super Injunctions and we talk about the...Edward St Aubyn talks about his new book, At Last, the final in the Patrick Melrose series. Anatol Lieven discusses his new book, Pakistan, A Hard Country. Max Clifford is on the panel of guests talking about Super Injunctions and we talk about the world of the LudditeWed, 04 May 2011 13:17:00 +010050:20http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110504-1317.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110504-1317b.mp3BBC Radio 3Matthew Sweet dons his kinky boots to investigate the phenomenon of The Avengers, 50 years after its first transmission.Matthew Sweet dons his kinky boots to investigate the phenomenon of The Avengers, 50 years after its first transmission....Matthew Sweet dons his kinky boots to investigate the phenomenon of The Avengers, 50 years after its first transmission.Wed, 27 Apr 2011 13:58:00 +010044:07http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110427-1358.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110427-1358a.mp3BBC Radio 3Michael Sheen talks about his role in the Passion Play in his home town of Port Talbot. Cameron Mackintosh discusses his latest musical, Betty Blue Eyes. Wim Wenders on his filmic ode to Pina Bausch and Matthew Sweet visits the new Turner Contemporary in Margate.Michael Sheen talks about his role in the Passion Play in his home town of Port Talbot. Cameron Mackintosh discusses his latest musical, Betty Blue Eyes. Wim Wenders on his filmic ode to Pina Bausch and Matthew Sweet visits the new Turner Contemporary...Michael Sheen talks about his role in the Passion Play in his home town of Port Talbot. Cameron Mackintosh discusses his latest musical, Betty Blue Eyes. Wim Wenders on his filmic ode to Pina Bausch and Matthew Sweet visits the new Turner Contemporary in Margate.Mon, 18 Apr 2011 17:06:00 +010065:33http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110418-1706.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110418-1706a.mp3BBC Radio 3Isabel Hilton on the artist Ai Weiwei and his recent problems with the Chinese state. Critic Louisa Buck reviews an exhibition of women war artists at the Imperial War Musuem. Philip Dodd and guests discuss whether the arts really do matter and Lisa Appignanesi talks about her new book All About Love.Isabel Hilton on the artist Ai Weiwei and his recent problems with the Chinese state. Critic Louisa Buck reviews an exhibition of women war artists at the Imperial War Musuem. Philip Dodd and guests discuss whether the arts really do matter and Lisa...Isabel Hilton on the artist Ai Weiwei and his recent problems with the Chinese state. Critic Louisa Buck reviews an exhibition of women war artists at the Imperial War Musuem. Philip Dodd and guests discuss whether the arts really do matter and Lisa Appignanesi talks about her new book All About Love.Mon, 11 Apr 2011 17:02:00 +010054:29http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110411-1702.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110411-1702a.mp3BBC Radio 3An interview with director Jim Loach on his film Oranges and Sunshine about child-deportation; the Victorian Prostitute as a character in fiction discussed by Lesley Hall and DJ Taylor; and an extract from the Night Waves Landmark edition on Virginia Woolf's Mrs. Dalloway.An interview with director Jim Loach on his film Oranges and Sunshine about child-deportation; the Victorian Prostitute as a character in fiction discussed by Lesley Hall and DJ Taylor; and an extract from the Night Waves Landmark edition on Virginia...An interview with director Jim Loach on his film Oranges and Sunshine about child-deportation; the Victorian Prostitute as a character in fiction discussed by Lesley Hall and DJ Taylor; and an extract from the Night Waves Landmark edition on Virginia Woolf's Mrs. Dalloway.Mon, 04 Apr 2011 19:02:00 +010044:23http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110404-1902.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110404-1902a.mp3BBC Radio 3A look at Butlins at 75 with Roy Hudd and Martin Parr, an interview with Werner Herzog, novelist Jennifer Egan on her new book, and the collaboration between the Pet Shop Boys and choreographer Javier de Frutos.A look at Butlins at 75 with Roy Hudd and Martin Parr, an interview with Werner Herzog, novelist Jennifer Egan on her new book, and the collaboration between the Pet Shop Boys and choreographer Javier de Frutos....A look at Butlins at 75 with Roy Hudd and Martin Parr, an interview with Werner Herzog, novelist Jennifer Egan on her new book, and the collaboration between the Pet Shop Boys and choreographer Javier de Frutos.Mon, 28 Mar 2011 19:37:00 +010054:25http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110328-1937.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110328-1937a.mp3BBC Radio 3A panel of guests discuss the state of Italy, as the country marks 150 years of unification. David Baddiel on his latest novel. Chemist Peter Atkins explores great questions of existence. And Frank Skinner talks about his comedy career.A panel of guests discuss the state of Italy, as the country marks 150 years of unification. David Baddiel on his latest novel. Chemist Peter Atkins explores great questions of existence. And Frank Skinner talks about his comedy career....A panel of guests discuss the state of Italy, as the country marks 150 years of unification. David Baddiel on his latest novel. Chemist Peter Atkins explores great questions of existence. And Frank Skinner talks about his comedy career.Tue, 22 Mar 2011 17:00:00 +000057:59http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110322-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110322-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 3Trevor Nunn on reviving Terence Rattigan's play Flare Path. What does it mean to be an Arab? Chinese American author Maxine Hong Kingston discusses her new memoir. Former UN Deputy Secretary General Mark Malloch-Brown on his new book.Trevor Nunn on reviving Terence Rattigan's play Flare Path. What does it mean to be an Arab? Chinese American author Maxine Hong Kingston discusses her new memoir. Former UN Deputy Secretary General Mark Malloch-Brown on his new book....Trevor Nunn on reviving Terence Rattigan's play Flare Path. What does it mean to be an Arab? Chinese American author Maxine Hong Kingston discusses her new memoir. Former UN Deputy Secretary General Mark Malloch-Brown on his new book.Mon, 14 Mar 2011 16:45:00 +000061:00http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110314-1645.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110314-1645b.mp3BBC Radio 3Niall Ferguson talks about his new series, Civilisation and the importance of 'killer apps. Joanna Hogg talks about her latest film Archipelago and is joined by the leading man Tom Hiddleston. The poet Michael Longley talks about his latest collection of poems and we discuss the apparent enthusiasm for Nazi ideology in India.Niall Ferguson talks about his new series, Civilisation and the importance of 'killer apps. Joanna Hogg talks about her latest film Archipelago and is joined by the leading man Tom Hiddleston. The poet Michael Longley talks about his latest collection...Niall Ferguson talks about his new series, Civilisation and the importance of 'killer apps. Joanna Hogg talks about her latest film Archipelago and is joined by the leading man Tom Hiddleston. The poet Michael Longley talks about his latest collection of poems and we discuss the apparent enthusiasm for Nazi ideology in India.Mon, 07 Mar 2011 17:45:00 +000056:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110307-1745.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110307-1745a.mp3BBC Radio 3Billy Bragg talks about protest songs, Rana Mitter hosts a discussion about the differing accounts of Chinese and British histories, Roger McGough and Ian Sinclair review the new film Howl, and an interview with Michael Grade.Billy Bragg talks about protest songs, Rana Mitter hosts a discussion about the differing accounts of Chinese and British histories, Roger McGough and Ian Sinclair review the new film Howl, and an interview with Michael Grade....Billy Bragg talks about protest songs, Rana Mitter hosts a discussion about the differing accounts of Chinese and British histories, Roger McGough and Ian Sinclair review the new film Howl, and an interview with Michael Grade.Mon, 28 Feb 2011 18:28:00 +000057:24http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110228-1828.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110228-1828a.mp3BBC Radio 3Edna O'Brien talks to Philip Dodd about her new book Saints & Sinners. Matthew Sweet talks to Mark Henderson, the kidnapping victim who has made a documentary about his return to his place of capture. Matthew also discusses a new biography of Humphrey Bogart. And Anne McElvoy and guests discuss modern Gypsy culture.Edna O'Brien talks to Philip Dodd about her new book Saints & Sinners. Matthew Sweet talks to Mark Henderson, the kidnapping victim who has made a documentary about his return to his place of capture. Matthew also discusses a new biography of Humphrey...Edna O'Brien talks to Philip Dodd about her new book Saints & Sinners. Matthew Sweet talks to Mark Henderson, the kidnapping victim who has made a documentary about his return to his place of capture. Matthew also discusses a new biography of Humphrey Bogart. And Anne McElvoy and guests discuss modern Gypsy culture.Tue, 22 Feb 2011 17:12:00 +000061:46http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110222-1712.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110222-1712a.mp3BBC Radio 3Travel writer Colin Thubron talks about his journey of discovery through Tibet. Architect David Chipperfield on his latest buildings, Sarah Dunant reviews the film of Never Let Me Go and Matthew Sweet looks at the history of the Fig Leaf.Travel writer Colin Thubron talks about his journey of discovery through Tibet. Architect David Chipperfield on his latest buildings, Sarah Dunant reviews the film of Never Let Me Go and Matthew Sweet looks at the history of the Fig Leaf....Travel writer Colin Thubron talks about his journey of discovery through Tibet. Architect David Chipperfield on his latest buildings, Sarah Dunant reviews the film of Never Let Me Go and Matthew Sweet looks at the history of the Fig Leaf.Mon, 14 Feb 2011 15:53:00 +000061:16http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110214-1553.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110214-1553a.mp3BBC Radio 3We ask does the West really understand India? Director Peter Kosminsky discusses his new TV drama The Promise. We review the film version of Brighton Rock and hear why the tenth parallel is so significant to Muslims and Christians.We ask does the West really understand India? Director Peter Kosminsky discusses his new TV drama The Promise. We review the film version of Brighton Rock and hear why the tenth parallel is so significant to Muslims and Christians....We ask does the West really understand India? Director Peter Kosminsky discusses his new TV drama The Promise. We review the film version of Brighton Rock and hear why the tenth parallel is so significant to Muslims and Christians.Mon, 07 Feb 2011 17:16:00 +000058:31http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110207-1716.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110207-1716a.mp3BBC Radio 3We review Oscar-nominated film Biutiful. A discussion about laughter with German choreographer, director, performer and filmmaker, Antonia Baehr. Philosopher John Gray on his new book, The Immortalisation Commission. Interview with artist Susan Hiller.We review Oscar-nominated film Biutiful. A discussion about laughter with German choreographer, director, performer and filmmaker, Antonia Baehr. Philosopher John Gray on his new book, The Immortalisation Commission. Interview with artist Susan...We review Oscar-nominated film Biutiful. A discussion about laughter with German choreographer, director, performer and filmmaker, Antonia Baehr. Philosopher John Gray on his new book, The Immortalisation Commission. Interview with artist Susan Hiller.Mon, 31 Jan 2011 17:03:00 +000048:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110131-1703.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110131-1703a.mp3BBC Radio 3We review the film, Black Swan. Anne McElvoy talks to Wilbert Rideau who spent 44 years in an American prison. Matthew Sweet and guests discuss Rudyard Kipling in the 75th year of his death and Philip Dodd talks to the philosopher Mary MidgleyWe review the film, Black Swan. Anne McElvoy talks to Wilbert Rideau who spent 44 years in an American prison. Matthew Sweet and guests discuss Rudyard Kipling in the 75th year of his death and Philip Dodd talks to the philosopher Mary Midgley...We review the film, Black Swan. Anne McElvoy talks to Wilbert Rideau who spent 44 years in an American prison. Matthew Sweet and guests discuss Rudyard Kipling in the 75th year of his death and Philip Dodd talks to the philosopher Mary MidgleyMon, 24 Jan 2011 18:45:00 +000062:37http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110124-1845.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20110124-1845a.mp3BBC Radio 3Directors Danny Boyle and Nev Schulman on their latest films; psychotherapist Susie Orbach and panel on 'just desserts'; interview with Hedge Fund millionaire David Harding; writer Will Self on the idea of Family Britain.Directors Danny Boyle and Nev Schulman on their latest films; psychotherapist Susie Orbach and panel on 'just desserts'; interview with Hedge Fund millionaire David Harding; writer Will Self on the idea of Family Britain....Directors Danny Boyle and Nev Schulman on their latest films; psychotherapist Susie Orbach and panel on 'just desserts'; interview with Hedge Fund millionaire David Harding; writer Will Self on the idea of Family Britain.Thu, 30 Dec 2010 12:30:00 +000058:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101230-1230.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101230-1230a.mp3BBC Radio 3Director Peter Weir talks about his new film, The Way Back. Chess grandmaster, Garry Kasparov about life after chess. A discussion about The King's Speech and our attitudes on stammering and a debate about the impact global religion will have on future politics.Director Peter Weir talks about his new film, The Way Back. Chess grandmaster, Garry Kasparov about life after chess. A discussion about The King's Speech and our attitudes on stammering and a debate about the impact global religion will have on...Director Peter Weir talks about his new film, The Way Back. Chess grandmaster, Garry Kasparov about life after chess. A discussion about The King's Speech and our attitudes on stammering and a debate about the impact global religion will have on future politics.Tue, 21 Dec 2010 17:08:00 +000060:19http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101221-1708.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101221-1708a.mp3BBC Radio 3Frank Cottrell Boyce on the joys of failure; Lisa Jardine and her scientist father's dilemmas during WWII; Ballet - on the rise or in demise? And which is more powerful, the street or the internet?Frank Cottrell Boyce on the joys of failure; Lisa Jardine and her scientist father's dilemmas during WWII; Ballet - on the rise or in demise? And which is more powerful, the street or the internet?...Frank Cottrell Boyce on the joys of failure; Lisa Jardine and her scientist father's dilemmas during WWII; Ballet - on the rise or in demise? And which is more powerful, the street or the internet?Mon, 13 Dec 2010 14:58:00 +000056:00http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101213-1458.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101213-1458b.mp3BBC Radio 3Anne Enright discusses a new anthology on Irish short stories, film critic David Thompson on his new Dictionary of Film. Another debate from the Free Thinking Festival on possessions and Climate Science.Anne Enright discusses a new anthology on Irish short stories, film critic David Thompson on his new Dictionary of Film. Another debate from the Free Thinking Festival on possessions and Climate Science....Anne Enright discusses a new anthology on Irish short stories, film critic David Thompson on his new Dictionary of Film. Another debate from the Free Thinking Festival on possessions and Climate Science.Tue, 07 Dec 2010 18:34:00 +000055:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101207-1834.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101207-1834a.mp3BBC Radio 3Lord Ian Blair talks about violence and human behaviour; Pat Barker discusses her novels charting World War I, political satirist PJ O'Rourke on his new book, 'Don't Vote - It Just Encourages the Bastards' and biographer Michael Holroyd talks about why his latest book is probably his last.Lord Ian Blair talks about violence and human behaviour; Pat Barker discusses her novels charting World War I, political satirist PJ O'Rourke on his new book, 'Don't Vote - It Just Encourages the Bastards' and biographer Michael Holroyd talks about...Lord Ian Blair talks about violence and human behaviour; Pat Barker discusses her novels charting World War I, political satirist PJ O'Rourke on his new book, 'Don't Vote - It Just Encourages the Bastards' and biographer Michael Holroyd talks about why his latest book is probably his last.Wed, 01 Dec 2010 12:31:00 +000049:13http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101201-1231.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101201-1231a.mp3BBC Radio 3This week, TV designer Kevin McCloud talks about shopping and festival goers speed date with a thinker as part of Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival in Gateshead. And in London, plain speaking poet Craig Raine and the anthropologist who meets terrorists.This week, TV designer Kevin McCloud talks about shopping and festival goers speed date with a thinker as part of Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival in Gateshead. And in London, plain speaking poet Craig Raine and the anthropologist who meets...This week, TV designer Kevin McCloud talks about shopping and festival goers speed date with a thinker as part of Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival in Gateshead. And in London, plain speaking poet Craig Raine and the anthropologist who meets terrorists.Tue, 23 Nov 2010 14:17:00 +000055:32http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101123-1417.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101123-1417a.mp3BBC Radio 3This week's Arts & Ideas podcast features extracts from Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival. We debate the nature of happiness, comedy versus tragedy and actress Fiona Shaw talks about the roles that have informed her work.This week's Arts & Ideas podcast features extracts from Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival. We debate the nature of happiness, comedy versus tragedy and actress Fiona Shaw talks about the roles that have informed her work....This week's Arts & Ideas podcast features extracts from Radio 3's Free Thinking Festival. We debate the nature of happiness, comedy versus tragedy and actress Fiona Shaw talks about the roles that have informed her work.Thu, 18 Nov 2010 13:42:00 +000060:16http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101118-1342.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101118-1342a.mp3BBC Radio 3Julia Neuberger and Jonathan Miller review 'Journey through the Afterlife: The Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead' at the British Museum; Richard Cohen talks to Philip Dodd about his new book, 'Chasing the Sun' and Ian Morris discusses his new book, Why the West Rules which is also reveiwed by the historian Joanna Bourke.Julia Neuberger and Jonathan Miller review 'Journey through the Afterlife: The Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead' at the British Museum; Richard Cohen talks to Philip Dodd about his new book, 'Chasing the Sun' and Ian Morris discusses his new book,...Julia Neuberger and Jonathan Miller review 'Journey through the Afterlife: The Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead' at the British Museum; Richard Cohen talks to Philip Dodd about his new book, 'Chasing the Sun' and Ian Morris discusses his new book, Why the West Rules which is also reveiwed by the historian Joanna Bourke.Mon, 08 Nov 2010 16:45:00 +000043:38http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101108-1645.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101108-1645b.mp3BBC Radio 3The Irish commentator Fintan O'Toole talks to Philip Dodd. Amanda Foreman discusses her new book based on the relationship between Britain and America during the American Civil War. Rana Mitter and guests explore how and why we smile and author and artist Alasdair Gray discusses Kafa and MichaelangeloThe Irish commentator Fintan O'Toole talks to Philip Dodd. Amanda Foreman discusses her new book based on the relationship between Britain and America during the American Civil War. Rana Mitter and guests explore how and why we smile and author and...The Irish commentator Fintan O'Toole talks to Philip Dodd. Amanda Foreman discusses her new book based on the relationship between Britain and America during the American Civil War. Rana Mitter and guests explore how and why we smile and author and artist Alasdair Gray discusses Kafa and MichaelangeloMon, 01 Nov 2010 17:51:00 +000046:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101101-1751.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101101-1751a.mp3BBC Radio 3Philip Dodd and poets Fiona Sampson & Anthony Thwaite discuss the letters of Philip Larkin to his friend and lover of 40 years, Monica Jones. Dame Mary Warnock talks to Anne McElvoy about assisted dying and Rana Mitter talks to historian Patrick Wright about his book on Anglo-Chinese relations. And we look at the work of the Edwardian writer, H P Lovecraft.Philip Dodd and poets Fiona Sampson & Anthony Thwaite discuss the letters of Philip Larkin to his friend and lover of 40 years, Monica Jones. Dame Mary Warnock talks to Anne McElvoy about assisted dying and Rana Mitter talks to historian Patrick...Philip Dodd and poets Fiona Sampson & Anthony Thwaite discuss the letters of Philip Larkin to his friend and lover of 40 years, Monica Jones. Dame Mary Warnock talks to Anne McElvoy about assisted dying and Rana Mitter talks to historian Patrick Wright about his book on Anglo-Chinese relations. And we look at the work of the Edwardian writer, H P Lovecraft.Mon, 25 Oct 2010 17:45:00 +010044:19http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101025-1745.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101025-1745a.mp3BBC Radio 3Salman Rushdie on his new book Luka and the Fire of Life. Biographer Bettany Hughes and philosopher Jonathan Ree reconstruct the life of Socrates. Aaron Sorkin talks about his new blockbuster film about Facebook and the winner of this year’s Man Booker prize, Howard Jacobson.Salman Rushdie on his new book Luka and the Fire of Life. Biographer Bettany Hughes and philosopher Jonathan Ree reconstruct the life of Socrates. Aaron Sorkin talks about his new blockbuster film about Facebook and the winner of this year’s Man...Salman Rushdie on his new book Luka and the Fire of Life. Biographer Bettany Hughes and philosopher Jonathan Ree reconstruct the life of Socrates. Aaron Sorkin talks about his new blockbuster film about Facebook and the winner of this year’s Man Booker prize, Howard Jacobson.Mon, 18 Oct 2010 18:43:00 +010051:47http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101018-1843.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101018-1843a.mp3BBC Radio 3Jonathan Franzen talks about his new book Freedom. We discuss the winner of this year's Nobel Prize for Literature, Mario Vargas Llosa. The Jordanian sculptor Mona Saudi talks about her new exhibition and Peter Ackroyd on his new book, The English Ghost.Jonathan Franzen talks about his new book Freedom. We discuss the winner of this year's Nobel Prize for Literature, Mario Vargas Llosa. The Jordanian sculptor Mona Saudi talks about her new exhibition and Peter Ackroyd on his new book, The English...Jonathan Franzen talks about his new book Freedom. We discuss the winner of this year's Nobel Prize for Literature, Mario Vargas Llosa. The Jordanian sculptor Mona Saudi talks about her new exhibition and Peter Ackroyd on his new book, The English Ghost.Tue, 12 Oct 2010 16:15:00 +010041:33http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101012-1615.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101012-1615a.mp3BBC Radio 3In the 200th year of Mrs Gaskell's birth, Jenny Uglow and Katheryn Hughes discuss her work. Colm Toibin talks to Philip Dodd about his latest book, The Empty Family. We review Paul Gaugin at Tate Modern and discuss the use of 'Correct English' with Simon Heffer and Michael RosenIn the 200th year of Mrs Gaskell's birth, Jenny Uglow and Katheryn Hughes discuss her work. Colm Toibin talks to Philip Dodd about his latest book, The Empty Family. We review Paul Gaugin at Tate Modern and discuss the use of 'Correct English' with...In the 200th year of Mrs Gaskell's birth, Jenny Uglow and Katheryn Hughes discuss her work. Colm Toibin talks to Philip Dodd about his latest book, The Empty Family. We review Paul Gaugin at Tate Modern and discuss the use of 'Correct English' with Simon Heffer and Michael RosenTue, 05 Oct 2010 12:07:00 +010058:17http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101005-1207.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101005-1207a.mp3BBC Radio 3The use of the word 'Progression' in politics is discussed with Peter Hitchens, Kitty Ussher & Peter Catterall. The architect John Pawson on his retrospective at the London Design Museum and the choreographer Siobhan Davies reviews a new exhibition of Sergei Diaghilev at the V&A in LondonThe use of the word 'Progression' in politics is discussed with Peter Hitchens, Kitty Ussher & Peter Catterall. The architect John Pawson on his retrospective at the London Design Museum and the choreographer Siobhan Davies reviews a new exhibition of...The use of the word 'Progression' in politics is discussed with Peter Hitchens, Kitty Ussher & Peter Catterall. The architect John Pawson on his retrospective at the London Design Museum and the choreographer Siobhan Davies reviews a new exhibition of Sergei Diaghilev at the V&A in LondonFri, 01 Oct 2010 12:43:00 +010046:27http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101001-1243.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20101001-1243a.mp3BBC Radio 3Tony Blair talks about his new book, A Journey. In the week of the 70th anniversary of The Blitz, the historian, Juliet Gardener, talks about its impact on 21st Century culture. And Roy Hattersley who has written a new biography of David Lloyd George is joined by Shirley Williams to ask what lessons today’s coalition government can be learned from the one that he led in peacetime.Tony Blair talks about his new book, A Journey. In the week of the 70th anniversary of The Blitz, the historian, Juliet Gardener, talks about its impact on 21st Century culture. And Roy Hattersley who has written a new biography of David Lloyd George...Tony Blair talks about his new book, A Journey. In the week of the 70th anniversary of The Blitz, the historian, Juliet Gardener, talks about its impact on 21st Century culture. And Roy Hattersley who has written a new biography of David Lloyd George is joined by Shirley Williams to ask what lessons today’s coalition government can be learned from the one that he led in peacetime.Mon, 20 Sep 2010 18:43:00 +010057:47http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20100920-1843.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20100920-1843a.mp3BBC Radio 3Ian McMillan discusses the story of Hansel and Gretal and its continuing relevance to children today and he also explores the relationship between poetry and musicIan McMillan discusses the story of Hansel and Gretal and its continuing relevance to children today and he also explores the relationship between poetry and music...Ian McMillan discusses the story of Hansel and Gretal and its continuing relevance to children today and he also explores the relationship between poetry and musicFri, 10 Sep 2010 15:55:00 +010040:53http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20100910-1555.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20100910-1555a.mp3BBC Radio 3A celebration of Schiller's Ode to Joy sung by Billy Bragg. Exploring the genius of Czech writing including Franz Kafka.A celebration of Schiller's Ode to Joy sung by Billy Bragg. Exploring the genius of Czech writing including Franz Kafka....A celebration of Schiller's Ode to Joy sung by Billy Bragg. Exploring the genius of Czech writing including Franz Kafka.Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:03:00 +010041:11http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20100903-1203.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio3/r3arts/r3arts_20100903-1203b.mp3BBC Radio 3