
Gresham College has been providing free public lectures since 1597, making us London's oldest higher education institution. This podcast offers our recorded lectures that are free to access from the Gresham College website, or our YouTube channel.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 2940 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryEducation | |||

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I’m disappointed and surprised at the low quality of this lecture. It seemed to be pitched at 10-year-olds. If this is degree level education I think we should seriously consider scrapping half of our universities
It’s remarkable that we can listen so easily to such a wide range of expertise. I’m very grateful
Especially Alec Ryrie’s series on the legacy of the Reformation and the history of atheism, and the lectures on the eponymous Thomas Gresham are superb. This is unabashedly intelligent stuff and the brain-straining is much appreciated in an age of ubiquitous lowest-common-denominator.
The lecture series on unbelief from the 14th to the 17th centuries with Alec Ryrie is worth multiple times of five stars. How I love intelligent, rigorous and source-built scholarship - especially when it is presented with such flair.
I have been falling asleep to Gresham lectures for several years, as well as listening with full attention to topics that really interest me. I’ve been following the YouTube channel, which unfortunately means leaving my screen on overnight, running down my battery on my phone and adding light to the room where I’m sleeping. I’m thrilled to discover a podcast version with only the audio. If you are looking for something to fall asleep to that is interesting enough to distract from circling though... more
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Content features a diverse array of topics, ranging from the historical impacts of art and its role in peacebuilding, to the complexities of international relations and human rights issues. Each episode presents lectures that showcase expert insights and deep dives into subjects such as mathematics, climate science, mythology, and contemporary societal challenges. Unique aspects include a strong emphasis on historical context and interdisciplinary approaches, making the content valuable for listeners interested in both academic discussions and real-world applications. The caliber of information provided is likely to attract a well-informed audience seeking to broaden their knowledge across various fields.
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