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Ben Yeoh Chats

Benjamin Yeoh
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The Egg and the Rock
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Ben Yeoh chats to a variety of thinkers and doers about their curiosities, ideas and passions. If you are curious about the world this show is for you. I have extended conversations across humanities and science with artists, philosophers, writers, theatre makers, activists, economists and all walks of life. Disclaimer: Personal podcast, no organisational affiliation or endorsement.

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Latest Episodes

Art historian and author Matt Lodder joins Ben Yeoh to explain why tattoo history is not a niche subject, but a way into art history, class, colonialism, gender, fashion, technology, archives, and the stories societies choose to preserve or forget.

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What if medicine could protect us against many respiratory viruses at once? In this episode of Ben Yeoh Chats, Ben speaks with Brian Wang, Programme Director at ARIA, the UK’s Advanced Research and Invention Agency. Brian leads ARIA’s Sustained Viral... more

Dan Wang joins Ben Yeoh for a conversation about culture, ambition, and what different societies choose to value.

They discuss why Silicon Valley can feel thinner-skinned and less culturally alive than it once did, why London remains rich in artist... more

Why are people having fewer children than they say they want? In this episode, writer and policy thinker Phoebe Arslanagić-Little joins me to discuss the UK fertility crisis and what she calls the “birth gap”: the gap between the number of children p... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Lodder
Writer and art historian specializing in tattoo history
University/scholarly work (author of Painted People, Tattoos: The Untold History of a Modern Art)
Episode: Matt Lodder on Tattoos as Art History
Brian Wang
Programme Director at ARIA, leading Sustained Viral Resilience
Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA)
Episode: Brian Wang on Innate Immunity, ARIA and Pandemic Preparedness
Dan Wang
Author of Breakneck, writer on China and America
Episode: Dan Wang on Silicon Valley Culture, AI Hype, London’s Building Crisis, and China
Phoebe Arslanagić-Little
Writer and policy thinker
Episode: Phoebe Arslanagić-Little: Fertility, Family Policy, and the Birth Gap
Salima Saxton
Writer, performer, memoirist
Episode: Salima Saxton: Cancer, Estrangement, and “Bad Patient” Honesty
Simon Kane
Writer and performer whose work spans devised theatre, new writing, solo shows, and Shakespeare, with a focus on immersive and audience-driven performance.
Episode: Simon Kane: Disneyland, Punchdrunk, Shunt; What “Immersive” Really Means
Deena Mousa
Grant maker and thinker on global health and development
Open Philanthropy; Coefficient Giving
Episode: Deena Mousa: How Much Is A Life Worth? Effective Philanthropy, AI For Good & Global Health
Hannah Ritchie
Climate researcher and author of Clearing The Air
Our World in Data (contextual, not explicitly stated in transcript)
Episode: Hannah Ritchie On Climate Honesty, Hope, And The Future. Discussing her book Clearing The Air.
Robert Beckley
Senior British police officer; led Hillsborough investigation; former High Sheriff of Somerset
Police service; High Sheriff of Somerset
Episode: Robert Beckley: Lessons from 40 Years in Policing, Hillsborough & Civic Service

Host

Ben Yeoh
Host of the show; leads extended conversations with thinkers and doers across humanities and science.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Excellent

    Every time I tune in, I learn something new - always unique, insightful, inspiring

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    georgesdyer
    United States7 months ago
  • Always interesting

    One of the best podcasts out there. If you like Conversations with Tyler, you will like Ben Yeoh Chats.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MikeC_24
    United States3 years ago
  • Love it !

    keep up the good work!❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rayray_popcorn
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Benjamin Yeoh🎙🎙

    It was a joy having Benjamin Yeoh host such a gentle conversation.He is a sunburst of joy and an enthusiast for understanding, tolerance and love for mankind.Here we always get great educational topic with lots of inspireation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    8rmlrubeooyf520
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Jonathan Wolff!

    Thank you Jonathan Wolff

    I think this episode is great example of great parson and work .I lern a lot of this episode .Now i am a big fllower of Jonbathon please keep continiue your good work..🎁🎁

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hannah Nealson
    United Kingdom5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Great mix of big ideas and personal storytelling from guests.
Insightful conversations that broaden my thinking about science and society.
High-quality guests and thoughtful questions that respect the topic.
The depth of discussion makes it worth a regular listen.
Hosting is engaging and the topics are consistently diverse and interesting.

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Matt Lodder on Tattoos as Art History
Q: What are some of the big myths you're aiming to debunk, especially around Captain Cook and the Cook myth?
He discusses how the idea that Captain Cook discovered tattooing in the Pacific arose from colonial narratives and scientific racism, and how archival work helps correct these myths by revealing a more interconnected world history of tattooing.
Matt Lodder on Tattoos as Art History
Q: Why did you choose to present Painted People through individual tattoos rather than a strict chronological timeline?
Lodder describes his aim to show global tattoo history and the human stories behind each tattoo, using individuals to illuminate cultural exchanges and broad historical themes rather than a linear timeline.
Matt Lodder on Tattoos as Art History
Q: When and how did you first realize that tattoo history was a way of telling the history of almost everything?
He explains that his path into tattoo history was born from a long-standing fascination with tattoos, which led him to study art history and the way tattoos reveal broader human stories, beyond just the imagery.
Do We Still Build Beautiful? Samuel Hughes on Architecture & Cities
Q: What about urban policies like rent control or green belts—can they be reformed effectively without stifling development?
Moderate reform is possible, prioritizing defined boundaries and coordinated growth (e.g., around rail lines) while safeguarding essential landscape areas, and using planning authorities to balance competing interests to avoid ad-hoc, irrational outcomes.
Do We Still Build Beautiful? Samuel Hughes on Architecture & Cities
Q: What role should planning authorities play in balancing diverse values like human welfare, environment, and aesthetics?
Planning should acknowledge and incorporate aesthetic and emotional values alongside quantifiable data, potentially through technocratic bodies or structured, time-limited decision processes that weigh multiple values and make transparent trade-offs.

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What is Ben Yeoh Chats about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show features longform conversations with a wide range of thinkers, artists, scientists, and policymakers, often exploring big ideas at the intersection of humanities and science. Episodes frequently center on curiosity-driven themes such as biology and technology, urbanism and culture, policy and social change, and creative practice, with guests ranging from researchers and policy experts to theatre makers and journalists. The tone tends toward thoughtful, open-ended exploration rather than hot takes, and several episodes emphasize ethical questions, systems thinking, and how individual narratives illuminate broader trends. Listeners are likely curious, educated, and enjoy interdisciplinary thinking that connects ideas to real-world im... more

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2. Brian Wang
3. Dan Wang
4. Phoebe Arslanagić-Little
5. Salima Saxton
6. Simon Kane
7. Deena Mousa
8. Hannah Ritchie

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