Radical with Amol Rajan
BBC Radio 4Conversations about tomorrow, from Today.
Every week Today programme presenter Amol Rajan talks to radicals, pioneers and innovators from all over the world. From populism and climate change, to economics and AI... How can their radical ideas help you win the future?
As well as presenting Today on BBC Radio 4, Amol is also the host of University Challenge on BBC One. Before that he was the BBC's m... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 191 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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On this week’s episode, leading pollster James Kanagasooriam explains how a sense of powerlessness amongst voters is shaping politics.
His research suggests that people who feel like they have control over their lives are more likely to vote for tr... more
Ed Davies, research director at the right-leaning anti-poverty think tank Centre for Social Justice, answers your questions about modern family life and relationships.
He also discusses why young men are falling behind in work and education, how ec... more
Marriage rates in the UK have fallen to historic lows, but what are the consequences?
Ed Davies, research director at right‑leaning anti‑poverty think tank the Centre for Social Justice, explains what has led to this shift and argues that it has ca... more
MasterChef winner and founder of Mexican restaurant chain Wahaca, Thomasina Miers, answers your questions about the quality of kids’ meals in restaurants, how to make hospitality an attractive career and whether cooking should be made a compulsory pa... more
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Loved the Jonathan Haidt episode
Apple Podcasts5Vigliano
Italya month ago - Really love this podcast
The episode with Naomi Alderman was fabulous, the podcast is so interesting and thought provoking. Amol is an excellent host guiding and engaging with the conversation with excitement and enthusiasm.
Apple Podcasts5moon-face
United Kingdom2 months ago - Theme tune
Love the show Amol but please change the theme tune. It sucks.
Apple Podcasts4FierceBeerUnited Kingdom2 months ago - So good
Listening to Louisa Munch has brought me great joy, so thank you, Amol and the Radical team for all the podcasts that you publish, but especially for this one.
Teaching school children to pass exams and not teaching them how to learn is where the problem starts and since the death of Sir Ken Robinson (a Scouser who lost his accent!) it’s felt like I’ve been on my own with that idea.
On the subject of critical thinking, I’m reminded of a conversation about politics with a GenZ work colleague w... more
Apple Podcasts5FarquhartUnited Kingdom2 months ago - Jamie Oliver episode
Love Jamie, but why didn’t Amol ask him if he regrets taking the shilling of a major supermarket that sells so much of the food he criticises and which forms so much of the breakfasts and lunches for kids? Rather an obvious missed question really. Also, please don’t talk over the guest. Thanks.
Apple Podcasts1Goldee GalUnited Kingdom2 months ago
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Spotify | #39 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Spotify | #173 | United Kingdom/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #98 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #13 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #89 |  Ireland/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #134 |  New Zealand/Society & Culture |
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A rich exploration of pressing societal issues, combining compelling discourse with diverse perspectives, the episodes feature conversations with innovators, activists, and thought leaders tackling subjects ranging from climate change and economics to AI and public health. The format encourages deep reflection by engaging guests who not only challenge conventional wisdom but also share actionable insights on building a better future. Listeners can expect a balance of intellectual rigor and accessible conversation, making complex topics more relatable and relevant to everyday life. Notably, the openness to addressing controversial issues, perhaps considered radical, sets this podcast apart from more traditional interview formats, appealing t... more
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