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Better Known

Ivan Wise
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Each week, a guest makes a series of recommendations of things which they think should be better known. Our recommendations include interesting people, places, objects, stories, experiences and ideas which our guest feels haven't had the exposure that they deserve.

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Sasha Butler discusses with Ivan six things which should be better known.

Sasha Butler is a Birmingham based writer. Her first novel, The Marriage Contract (Salt, 2025), was shortlisted for the Cheshire Novel Prize 2022 and the Bath Novel Award 2022... more

Doug Lemov discusses with Ivan six things which should be better known.

Doug Lemov is a former teacher and school principal whose books describe the techniques of high-performing teachers. His best-known book, Teach Like a Champion (now in its 3.0 v... more

Sudhir Hazareesingh discusses with Ivan six things which should be better known.

Professor Sudhir Hazareesingh was born in Mauritius. He is a Fellow of the British Academy a Fellow and Tutor in Politics at Balliol College, His books include The Lege... more

Ana Schnabl discusses with Ivan six things which should be better known.

Ana Schnabl is a Slovenian writer and editor. She writes for several Slovenian media outlets and is a monthly columnist for the Guardian. Her collection of short stories Razvez... more

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Recent Guests

Ana Schnabl
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Adam Lind
Author of "Floating Home, Lessons from a Life Less Ordinary"
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Matt Greene
Author and novelist
Episode: Matt Greene
Danny Scott
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Episode: Danny Scott
Alan Green
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Laurence Bergreen
Author and biographer known for exploring notable historical figures and events.
Episode: Laurence Bergreen
Sam Sedgman
Author of detective novels set on trains, including book series featuring the character Harrison Beck.
Episode: Sam Sedgman
Jordan Prosser
Author and playwright, known for his debut novel Big Time
Episode: Jordan Prosser
Michel Bolloré
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Co-author of 'God, the Science, the Evidence'
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Ivan Wise
Host and interviewer known for his engaging conversational style and ability to draw out insightful discussions from guests.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • Enriching and Expanding

    The concept of this show is deceptively simple, but brilliantly effective because everything mentioned is already curated by the guests. It has brought so many writers,performers, and places to my attention that I would not have known about otherwise. Always interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Buckley Zeus
    Canada4 months ago
  • Delightful

    Delightful! It’s a bit like Backlisted podcast but for all stuff in addition to books. The conversations are so interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hbelle2021
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Inspired Idea

    This is such a good idea for a podcast. The host handles things excellently. It works best when the guests choose six disparate items from across their range of interests. A few guests have chosen to talk about one theme in six ways and these episodes are less interesting. I have followed up so many items as a result of listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SomersetRoger
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Brilliant!

    I’ve only recently discovered this podcast, and have loved every episode I’ve listened to so far. It’s such a simple and clever idea, and the range of things mentioned is amazing, thought-provoking, crazy, thrilling…impossible to categorise. Also very revealing of the guests - Ivan is a great interviewer. Honestly, it should be better known.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leets68
    Australia2 years ago
  • Mood booster & inspiration

    What could be better than listening to an assortment of people talk about things they are passionate about in half hour chunks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gdr_listening
    Germany3 years ago

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Doug Lemov
Q: So what's your ideas of how people can instigate reading aloud and make this a kind of normal, regular thing?
Creating routines around reading aloud as a family or in a school context is essential for making it a regular practice.
Doug Lemov
Q: So why is learning extensive vocabulary actually important in the first place?
Learning vocabulary is important because you almost can't conceive of something unless you have a word for it, as vocabulary influences understanding and interactions with ideas.
Doug Lemov
Q: So how did cognitive scientists define learning? What do they actually mean by it?
Cognitive scientists define learning as a change in long-term memory; if nothing has been changed in long-term memory, then nothing has been learned.
Sudhir Hazareesingh
Q: What was the reputation of the water quality amongst Parisians?
The reputation was catastrophic, with the Seine being one of the most polluted rivers in Europe before recent cleanup efforts.
Sudhir Hazareesingh
Q: So when did you first become aware of him and his work?
Hazareesingh first encountered Henry Louis Gates Jr. through his documentary "Africa's Great Civilization", which challenged Western narratives about African history.

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Focused on the idea of uncovering lesser-known topics, this podcast showcases a diverse range of guests who recommend people, places, ideas, and experiences that deserve more visibility. Each episode features rich discussions around cultural artifacts, historical figures, and thought-provoking narratives spanning various disciplines, from literature to science and art. The format encourages guests to share personal anecdotes surrounding their recommendations, fostering a vibrant exchange that aims to pique listeners' curiosity and inspire exploration beyond the mainstream.

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1. Ana Schnabl
2. Adam Lind
3. Matt Greene
4. Danny Scott
5. Alan Green
6. Laurence Bergreen
7. Sam Sedgman
8. Jordan Prosser

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