Radical
BBC Radio 4Conversations about the global forces reshaping our world and the radical ideas that could define the future.
Radical is a twice-weekly podcast where pioneering thinkers, bold innovators and influential voices explore the ideas, trends and breakthroughs transforming society. From politics and climate change to economics and artificial intelligence, each episode tackles the biggest challenges facin... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 242 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||
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Former mortuary technician Kristoffer Hughes wants to bring terramation - or human composting - to the UK. He believes it's a more natural and hopeful way for our bodies to be disposed of, and a more environmentally friendly alternative to burial and... more
Neil Woods is a former undercover police officer who used to infiltrate drug gangs, but he now believes drugs should be legalised and the market regulated by government. He's a board member of the Law Enforcement Action Partnership (LEAP), which camp... more
As an undercover police officer Neil Woods' job was to infiltrate drug gangs and put their leaders behind bars, but he says his work gradually convinced him that he was doing more harm than good. Since leaving the force he has become one of the UK's ... more
Sarah Harper is Professor of Gerontology at the University of Oxford and one of the world's leading experts on demographic change. She challenges the widespread belief that ageing populations are primarily a social and economic burden, arguing instea... more
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- David Keith interview
What a prickly individual. I listened with interest for most of the episode until he threw his toys out of the pram.
Apple Podcasts3Crankyshooter
United Kingdoma month ago - Excellent Discussions that make you think
Very interesting and varied , feel my brain being stretched and challenged ! And reflecting
Apple Podcasts5gfgudkygdhcjgckUnited Kingdom2 months ago - Such great discussions
I’ve been meaning to leave a review for a while. Amal is such a brilliant interviewer. Relaxed and friendly but probing at the same time. And boy does he have some cracking guests. I find so many are thought provoking but positive with real lateral thinking and great ideas. Radical. Keep up the fab podcast Amal.
Apple Podcasts5d-grayUnited Kingdom2 months ago - ‘Thought provoking’ doesn’t do it justice
Thank you, Amol, for hosting a superb, hugely insightful and constantly fascinating and confronting podcast. I’ve learnt so much and my understanding of many issues has notably grown as a result to listening to your 50 episodes. (I joined the 93% Club on the back of Sophie Pender’s episode. She is an inspiration and I look forward to being part of the movement to transform education for the many. What a wonderful show on which to end your hosting span. All the best for your next venture, whatev... more
Apple Podcasts5Cloggie Sarah
Netherlands2 months ago - Donut economics
Love this show always makes me think, and this episode had me scrambling for the website to find out more…. The intention I suspect 😁
Apple Podcasts5Mols197044United Kingdom3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #39 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #55 |  Ireland/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #126 |  Philippines/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #138 |  Norway/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #169 |  Poland/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #203 |  Indonesia/Society & Culture |
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Radical features heavyweight discussions on geopolitics, economics, technology, and social policy, often anchored by audience questions. Episodes frequently explore the balance between hard power and soft power, the future of democracy and mobility, climate policy, and the role of education and institutions in shaping society. Notable is the mix of rigorous analysis, provocative ideas, and a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom with guest experts from academia, journalism, and policy, plus high-profile thinkers who push for practical reform or radical rethinking. The show is likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy deep, sometimes controversial argument, data-driven insights, and agendas that blend public policy with philosophy and c... more
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1. Neil Woods
2. Sarah Harper
3. Brendan Simms
4. Derek Gow
5. David Runciman
6. Tom Holland
7. Lamorna Ash
8. Gaia Vince
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