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Radio Oldie

Radio Oldie
World War II
London
Journalism
Wilfred Owen
The Oldie
Margaret Thatcher
National Liberal Club
Cricket
Aging
The Oldie Magazine
Disabled
War
Military Conflict
Loneliness
Trauma
Oscar Wilde
Art
Comedy
Asa Briggs
Literature

The Oldie magazine’s podcast featuring discussion and debate around the lead features in the latest magazine, plus live recordings from our famous Literary Lunches. Presented by Harry Mount.

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Latest Episodes

Charlotte 'Fruity' Metcalf pays tribute to her dear Cambridge friend, the BBC broadcaster Ed Stourton, who has died at 68.

This week's podcast is kindly sponsored by Baillie Gifford, Actual Investors, who take a long-term approach to investing in ex... more

Amanda Craig is a critic, award-winning journalist and author. She’s one of our only female state-of-the-nation novelists and has been compared with Balzac, Trollope and Dickens. She talks to Charlotte Metcalf about her latest novel High and Low.

Th... more

Titus Mills is a headmaster - and an expert on Operation Market Garden, the doomed Allied landings in Holland in 1944, recalled in A Bridge Too Far (1977).

As we approach the 82nd anniversary, Titus took a group of Oldie readers to Arnhem. There, he ... more

Editor Harry Mount chats to Supplements Editor Charlotte Metcalf about the new issue. They admire the article on David Hockney by his friend, biographer and fellow Yorkshireman, Christopher Sykes. And they're moved and abused by Anne Sebba's distress... more

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Recent Guests

Amanda Craig
critic, award-winning journalist and author
Author and journalist
Episode: 492: Amanda Craig in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf
Titus Mills
Headmaster of Port Regis School
Port Regis School
Episode: 491: Titus Mills in conversation with Harry Mount
Charlotte Fruity Metcalf
Editor of The Oldie Supplements
The Oldie
Episode: 490: When Harry Met Fruity – the August issue of The Oldie
Tony Adams
Former Arsenal captain and England international, author of 1996, Reflections on the Year That Changed My Life
Former footballer, Author
Episode: 489: Tony Adams tells Harry Mount about his new book, '1996 – Reflections on the Year that Changed My Life'.
Dr. Rowan Williams
104th Archbishop of Canterbury (2002–2012)
Book discussion guest
Episode: 487: Rowan Williams at the Oldie Literary Lunch
Nicholas Shakespeare
Author and biographer
Author
Episode: 485: Nicholas Shakespeare in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf
John Humphrys
Broadcaster and interviewer, known for long-form political interviews
BBC / Today programme
Episode: 484: The Odd Couple, sponsored by Baillie Gifford - John Humphrys recalls interviewing Prime Ministers, from Jim Callaghan to Andy Burnham
Jim White
Brilliant sports correspondent, writes for The Telegraph, covered seven World Cups
The Telegraph
Episode: 482: Jim White in conversation with Harry Mount
Fruity Metcalf
Editor of the Oldie Review of Books (supplement)
The Oldie
Episode: 480: Editor Harry Mount chats to Fruity Metcalf, editor of the new Oldie Review of Books, free with the July issue of The Oldie

Hosts

Harry Mount
Host of Radio Oldie and The Oldie magazine; frequent moderator and interviewer
Charlotte Metcalf
Host of Radio Oldie; facilitator of conversations, especially at Literary Lunches

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Merlin Holland

    Just listened to Merlin Holland on Radio Oldie in conversation with Harry Mount. This is brilliant and podcasting really at its best, had me hanging on every word. I can’t quite put my finger on Merlins magic but the magic is definitely there. Very special episode. Good job to Harry, obviously.

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    HazzaHbomb
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • The oldie

    Content is wonderful

    Audio is terrible

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    5
    HistoryEmpress
    United States2 years ago
  • Giles and Mary

    Need more of G

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B in North Carolina
    United States5 years ago
  • Giles and Mary

    Love the G and M podcast, strangely informative, interesting and funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mukkuroni
    United States5 years ago
  • Mediocrity

    Thompson reiterates the views of others very well. The bottle summons.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    vhtyudxhh
    Australia7 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful, literate conversations and behind-the-scenes storytelling.
Some feedback calls out audio quality issues but consistently praises the host's wit and interview skills.
Quality interviews with prominent writers and cultural figures are a strong draw for long-time readers of the magazine.

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485: Nicholas Shakespeare in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf
Q: What are your thoughts on fame and being recognized as a writer?
Shakespeare notes that fame is secondary to the joy of writing and being read by discerning audiences, and emphasizes that success is best measured by the engagement and understanding of readers rather than mass popularity.
485: Nicholas Shakespeare in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf
Q: How has your background in journalism shaped your approach to novels and storytelling?
He explains his early belief in truth-telling and how journalism taught him to research deeply, while acknowledging the influence of editors and the realization that power can shape the narrative; ultimately, storytelling remains a pursuit of truth filtered through fiction.
485: Nicholas Shakespeare in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf
Q: What inspired this book Frame 37, and how did the idea evolve?
Shakespeare describes beginning the book in 2019, the influence of events in the world and inspirations from real-life politicians and journalists, and how biographical and documentary threads informed the novel's plot about a corrupted political system and a historical crime.
489: Tony Adams tells Harry Mount about his new book, '1996 – Reflections on the Year that Changed My Life'.
Q: On watching football now, do you miss playing enormously given your career?
He says he did what he had to do, reflects on playing for England and Arsenal, and notes the emotional fulfillment from his career despite not missing the day-to-day playing life.
489: Tony Adams tells Harry Mount about his new book, '1996 – Reflections on the Year that Changed My Life'.
Q: You think there is a strong genetic aspect, you'd say?
Adams replies that there is without doubt a genetic component, though he also mentions trauma and environmental factors contributing to his addiction.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Radio Oldie

What is Radio Oldie about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, the show centers on long-form conversations with notable writers, historians, artists, and cultural commentators, often anchored at literary lunches or special events. Topics frequently span literature, theatre, royal history, classicism, and the arts, with a strong leaning toward behind-the-scenes stories, archival insights, and personal journeys that illuminate broader cultural trends in Britain and beyond. A few episodes mix intimate memoirs with sharp commentary on contemporary society, while sponsor integrations and a magazine-forward conversational style give it a distinctive, cultured voice that appeals to curious, well-educated listeners.

A standout aspect is the mix of high-profile guests and seasoned journ... more

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1. Amanda Craig
2. Titus Mills
3. Charlotte Fruity Metcalf
4. Tony Adams
5. Dr. Rowan Williams
6. Nicholas Shakespeare
7. John Humphrys
8. Jim White

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