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In Our Time

BBC Radio 4
French Revolution
Philosophy
Poetry
Thomas Hardy
Christianity
Evolution
Napoleon Bonaparte
Waltz
Germinal
Thomas Wyatt
General Relativity
Quantum Physics
Consciousness
Battle Of Valmy
Persian Empire
Pheromones
Vincent Van Gogh
Wormholes
Post-Literate Society
Hinduism

Spanning history, religion, culture, science and philosophy, In Our Time from BBC Radio 4 is essential listening for the intellectually curious. In each episode, host Misha Glenny and expert guests explore the characters, events and discoveries that have shaped our world. History fans can learn about pivotal wars and societal upheavals, such as the rise and fall of Napoleon, the Sack of Rome in 15... more

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Monica Grady
Professor Emerita in Planetary and Space Sciences at The Open University
The Open University
Episode: Silicon
Kate Hendry
Oceanographer at the British Antarctic Survey and Bye-Fellow of Queen's College, University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge / British Antarctic Survey
Episode: Silicon
Andrea Sella
Professor of Chemistry at University College London
University College London
Episode: Silicon
Stephen Forcer
Professor of French at the University of Glasgow
University of Glasgow
Episode: Dadaism
Ruth Hemus
Professor of French and Visual Culture at Royal Holloway, University of London
Royal Holloway, University of London
Episode: Dadaism
Dawn Ades
Emeritus Professor of Art, History and Theory at the University of Essex
University of Essex
Episode: Dadaism
Christa Schleper
Professor of Genetics and Microbiology, University of Vienna
University of Vienna
Episode: Archaea
Buzz Baum
Group Leader, MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge
MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology
Episode: Archaea
Thorsten Allers
Professor of Archaeal Genetics, University of Nottingham
University of Nottingham
Episode: Archaea

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Misha Glenny
Host of In Our Time, emphasizes the importance of curiosity and engagement with expert guests to facilitate deep discussions on various subjects.
Melvyn Bragg
Former host known for his skilled facilitation of discussions and ability to cultivate engaging conversations among expert guests.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 17k ratings
  • Wonderful

    I‘ve always loved this podcast and was very nervous when the change was announced but I‘m so pleased with Misha Glenny as a host. I find he brings the perfect balance of curiosity and respect for the guests and the conversations are a real pleasure to listen to under his stewardship.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elle Smythe
    Germany21 days ago
  • New beginnings with Misha Glenny

    Thank you, Misha! I am greatly enjoying your style of leading the panel on this programme. The episode on the Code of Hammurabi is absolutely brilliant!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wine Dark Seas
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Great show, an institution

    Particularly glad that Misha Glenny seems to have turned out a very good choice and worthy successor to Melvyn as the host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    herpdrp
    Finlanda month ago
  • Columbian Exchange fascinating

    The Columbian Exchange for me is the best episode under Misha Glenny‘s new reign. I knew about it before but these three experts achieve what makes In Our Time so special: they enlighten us about a subject. Still missing Melvyn, hardly surprising after so many years, but now I have the feeling Misha is getting there. He interrupts a little less and that is right for the flow in the talk about this fascinating topic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wedau
    Germany2 months ago
  • John Keats

    A bit disappointing, too much on Keat’s life and not enough detail on the poetry. Some of the greatest such as Ode to Autumn and Grecian Urn not mentioned & no real analysis of his thought from the poems.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    PeterWWCL
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Some feedback highlights concerns regarding the host's interruptive style, which some find distracting or detrimental to the flow of conversation.
Listeners appreciate the depth and variety of topics covered, often expressing admiration for the expertise of the guests and the engaging discussions facilitated by the hosts.
Overall, audiences value the educational aspect of the show and its ability to present complex subjects in an accessible manner.

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Spotify
#44
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#26
United States/History
Spotify
#16
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#130
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#12
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#16
Canada/History

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Roman Arena
Q: But Kathleen, if I can bring you in on this issue, we always get the impression that these were fights to the death, but that's not actually the case.
Gladiators were valuable assets to their owners, so they were not typically killed during fights; only about 5% resulted in death, and fights were often structured to avoid fatalities.
The Roman Arena
Q: Matthew, what can you tell us about how these arena games began?
The games began as ritual combat at funerals of aristocrats in Italy, particularly Campania, and evolved as Rome expanded into large spectacles attracting massive audiences as they became politically linked to the magistrates.
Welcoming Misha Glenny
Q: Why do you think you're the right person for this role?
Misha outlines his background in humanities, his experience as a BBC foreign correspondent, and his interest in a variety of subjects, explaining that it may contribute to his suitability for the role.
While you wait: The Death of Reading (from The Global Story)
Q: James, you recently wrote this essay called The Dawn of the Post-Literate Society. Can you just describe to us what you actually mean when you say, post-literate?
James describes that print has been the main mode of communication for 300 years and explains the shift to a more oral and visual culture.
While you wait: The Death of Reading (from The Global Story)
Q: Could you tell us a little bit about your moment of realization that we might be in a place where people have stopped reading?
James explains he has always loved reading and noticed over the years that reading has become less popular, particularly on public transport.

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1. Monica Grady
2. Kate Hendry
3. Andrea Sella
4. Stephen Forcer
5. Ruth Hemus
6. Dawn Ades
7. Christa Schleper
8. Buzz Baum

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