Better Known
Ivan WiseEach 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.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 431 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistorySociety & Culture | |||
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Séamas O'Reilly discusses with Ivan six things which should be better known.
Séamas O'Reilly is a writer and author who has worked as a columnist for the Observer, the Irish Times and the Irish Examiner. He is Features Editor of London satirical mag... more
Ed Maklouf discusses with Ivan six things which should be better known.
Ed Maklouf attended school in England before moving to the USA to study at Stanford University, where he conducted specialized research into group communication and how people m... more
Emer McLysaght and Sarah Breen discuss with Ivan six things which they think should be better known.
Emer McLysaght & Sarah Breen are co-authors of the Aisling series. Oh My God, What a Complete Aisling was the bestselling fiction title of 2017 in I... more
Charles Moore discusses with Ivan six things which he thinks should be better known.
Charles Moore was editor of the Daily Telegraph from 1995 to 2003, editor of the Sunday Telegraph from 1992 to 1995 and editor of the Spectator magazine from 1984 t... more
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I learned so many things from Pete Brown’s interview. The history of the working men’s club was really worth knowing about, exactly the intention of this podcast. Even though I live in Canada, this podcast made me want to travel to Norwich, visit Burton-on-Trent, and drink Perry. Many episodes are highly engaging, but Brown’s humanistic interests made this one very touching.
Apple Podcasts5Feldenkrais Fan
Canada6 months ago - Get better microphones
I just find it hard to listen to a podcast when the person sounds like they are in a bathroom 2m from the Mic
Apple Podcasts3Tgyrvbyjnvewxft5;4
United Kingdom8 months ago - 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 Podcasts5Buckley ZeusCanadaa year ago - Delightful
Delightful! It’s a bit like Backlisted podcast but for all stuff in addition to books. The conversations are so interesting.
Apple Podcasts5Hbelle2021
New Zealand2 years 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 Podcasts4SomersetRogerUnited Kingdom2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #241 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #116 | New Zealand/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #20 | New Zealand/Society & Culture |
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What is Better Known about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Thoughtful, curiosity-driven conversations where guests pick six topics they believe deserve broader recognition. Across episodes, the format covers a wide range of culture, history, literature, science, and idea-driven curiosities—from underappreciated artists and writers to linguistic histories, conservation narratives, and overlooked moments in science and politics. The host guides with insightful questions, connecting personal journeys to the significance of each pick, and often highlights how seven or so items illuminate broader cultural or historical patterns. The show stands out for its approachable depth, well-curated guests, and a format that makes listeners want to follow up on the recommended items, places, or people.
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Recent guests on Better Known include:
1. Ed Maklouf
2. Emer McLysaght
3. Sarah Breen
4. Charles Moore
5. Steven Seidenberg
6. Daniel Hahn
7. Joanna Jensen
8. Alexandra Tolstoy
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