Illuminated
BBC Radio 4Illuminated is BBC Radio 4's home for creative and surprising one-off documentaries that shed light on hidden worlds.
Welcome to a place of audio beauty and joy, with emotion and human experience at its heart. The programmes you will find in this feed explore the reality of contemporary Britain and the world, venturing into its weirdest and most wonderful aspects.
This is a chance to meet voices ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 71 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||
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Emily Berry leads us on an exploration of agoraphobia: a poetic journey through the lives of people who don't like going on journeys.
Agoraphobia is elusive and elastic – and it's very probably not what you think it is.
Poet Emily Berry was diagnos... more
The Piano Boat, the floating concert hall where world-renowned concert pianist Masayuki Tayama played, sits empty. His wife, Rhiana, is left with a boat with no captain and a Steinway she was never allowed to play. We join her as she processes her gr... more
There are so many problems in the world. For the past three years, Estonian clown Julia Masli - armed with a microphone taped to a mannequin leg - has been trying to solve them.
So far, during the performances of her live show ha ha ha ha ha ha ha, ... more
This is a story about a community on the north east coast of Scotland that talked to plants with miraculous results.
Established in 1962, the Findhorn community gained international recognition for 40lb cabbages, 8-foot delphiniums, and roses that b... more
Clint Buffington spends his time where land meets sea, searching for a very specific treasure - messages in bottles that have drifted across oceans. Over the past 20 years he has recovered more than 140 of them, each carrying a clue - sometimes decad... more
On the 75th anniversary of the iconic comic strip Peanuts, psychoanalyst and author Josh Cohen shares how Charlie Brown and the Snoopy gang have become his constant companions—and how they can help us navigate the frustrating squiggle of life.
Charl... more
Alan Dein takes to the road to explore the social and cultural resonances of Kraftwerk’s Autobahn.
The music begins the way journeys begin: with a clunking car door and churning ignition, before rolling onwards on a warm rhythmic throb - a 23-minut... more
200 years ago, the modern railway was born. On 27th September 1825, the first ticketed passenger train, powered by steam travelled on a public line in County Durham.
Katrina Porteous, a poet with generational connections to the area follows the tra... more
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What is Illuminated about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The podcast showcases a diverse range of creative and documentary narratives that illuminate the hidden facets of contemporary life in Britain and beyond. From emotional stories tied to personal experiences and cultural insights to explorations of societal issues and historical events, listeners are invited to encounter unique voices often overlooked. The content is thoughtfully crafted, weaving in elements of art and human experience, making it a rich auditory tapestry that engages listeners' imaginations and emotions. Each episode often balances serious themes with an inventive storytelling style, which makes it a vibrant choice for those seeking both entertainment and enlightenment about the world around them.
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4. From Our Own Correspondent
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Illuminated launched a year ago and published 71 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on Illuminated?
Recent guests on Illuminated include:
1. Adam Gopnik
2. Jonathan Lethem
3. Janice Shapiro
4. Sarah Boxer
5. Emil Schult
6. Berthold Franke
7. Daniel Miller
8. Ronnie Turner
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