Radical with Amol Rajan
BBC Radio 4Conversations about tomorrow, from Today.
Every week 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?
Amol Rajan is a presenter of the Today programme on BBC Radio 4. He is also the host of University Challenge on BBC One. Before that, Amol was media editor at... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 225 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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Sophie Pender grew up on council estates in North London, became the first in her family to go to university, trained as a corporate lawyer - then walked away from a six-figure salary to fight Britain’s class problem.
She’s the founder of ‘The 93% ... more
For this week’s Q&A, Amol is joined by the economist, author, Labour peer, and happiness champion Lord Richard Layard. In their previous conversation, Lord Layard outlined his radical idea; that government policymaking should be decided first and for... more
This week, Amol sits down with Lord Richard Layard, the author, economist, and Labour peer who has spent decades making the case for happiness and wellbeing. He successfully helped implement talking therapy to the NHS, and was a key figure in persuad... more
Oisín Rogers takes your questions on how pubs can not only survive, but thrive. In the main episode we heard Oisín’s radical ideas about why he thinks pubs are essential not just for our history and identity, but also for the problems of the modern a... more
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- Can we make Britain great again
This is an inspired podcast. It is just the right antidote to the way the ‘media’ and politics portrays the nation. It sets out a challenge but one that can generate enthusiasm and optimism and at the same time positions the opportunities we face in a realistic way. Play this to every child on secondary education !! , to every financier / fund manager , to every board of directors. Give us all something to unite behind. Absolutely the best thing I have listened to for ages. Totally lifted my... more
Apple Podcasts5Ray Coe UK
United Kingdom2 months ago - Hollow
They don’t get into issues deeply - just skirt around the actual problems and address the symptoms only.
Apple Podcasts3zztoptops
Spain2 months ago - Hit and miss
Some guests are excellent and the discussion is grounded in rigorous research with Amol asking searching questions, but the consistency is not there from week to week. Sadly there seems to be an increase in anecdotal claims based on little more than personal experiences with Amol giving his guest a free pass.
Apple Podcasts3Brazen LudorumUnited Kingdom3 months ago - Top Podcast!!!
Brilliant podcast. I can’t recommend it highly enough. The diversity of speakers is fantastic, and every episode is genuinely thought-provoking. I don’t always agree with what’s said, but that’s exactly why I enjoy it, it really makes you think. Amol is a great presenter too, asking insightful, searching questions that bring out the best in every conversation.
Apple Podcasts5Paulchelsea1969United Kingdom3 months ago - Food for thought
This podcast is excellent. Each week, it offers plenty of food for thought and leaves me eager to learn more—so much so that I’ve built up quite a long reading list.
It consistently explores a wide range of relevant and thought-provoking topics, featuring guests who are clearly passionate about their subjects. I appreciate that it includes perspectives I both agree and disagree with, which keeps the discussion balanced and engaging.
In today’s world, it’s refreshing to find a programme that not ... more
Apple Podcasts5FunkyFlagUnited Kingdom3 months ago
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Spotify | #50 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #106 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #14 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #128 |  Ireland/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #157 |  New Zealand/Society & Culture |
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A thought-provoking interview series that centers on radical ideas across society, technology, health, politics, and culture. Conversations frequently explore how innovations—from AI and biotechnology to regenerative farming and centrist liberalism—could reshape markets, governance, and everyday life, often weighing practical implications, ethics, and policy. Noteworthy is a knack for pairing deep technical context with big-picture analysis, and for hosting guests who range from world-class researchers and entrepreneurs to policymakers and cultural commentators. This mix makes it a strong choice for listeners who want ideas that challenge the status quo and practical, actionable insights for business, policy, and personal strategy.
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Recent guests on Radical include:
1. Sophie Pender
2. Richard Layard
3. Oisín Rogers
4. Shiv Malik
5. Kate Raworth
6. Ben Cohen
7. Sir John Bell
8. Andy Cato
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