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 | 172 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||
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What is the point of going to university? In this episode, Amol sits down with the critical theorist, academic and social media influencer Louisa Munch who thinks you shouldn’t have to pay for higher education.
With the graduate premium in decline,... more
Historian and The Rest Is History co-host Tom Holland answers your questions about whether Britain is currently in a more precarious state than it was in the 1970s, what definition of ‘radical’ best describes him and if he will ever score a century p... more
Historian and co-host of The Rest Is History podcast Tom Holland joins Amol to explore the history of radical ideas and what it means to be radical today.
Tom explains why Christianity represented such a radical break from what came before, how it ... more
From social media to artificial intelligence, one of themes of the first six months of Radical has been whether modern technology augments and improves what it is to be human or, on the contrary, degrades and damages our species.
In this final episo... more
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Apple Podcasts5Paul in Dublin
United Kingdom5 days ago - Excellent
This is the very best podcast I have come across. I recommend it to anyone who wants to think. Thank you to the BBC, Amol Rajan and his guests; especially Naomi Alderman.
Apple Podcasts5Carolann SamuelsUnited Kingdom6 days ago - Amol is joyously intelligent and inquisitive
So refreshing to listen to Amol -he does not dumb subjects down.
Apple Podcasts5Alisonbcoll
Spain7 days ago - Excellent
An outstanding podcast. Amol’s objective questioning fosters a deep discussion. Thanks!
Apple Podcasts5Les343United Kingdom8 days ago - No 1 podcast of 2025.
Without a doubt my favourite podcast and kept me going as I walked the Portuguese Camino Way in 2025. A wide variety of topics with in-depth interviews that explore new ways to shape our society in the 21st century. All done in a professional yet friendly manner. Already looking forward to the interviews of 2026! Thanks to Amol and the production team for their commitment, energy, enthusiasm and brains.
Apple Podcasts5Caroline 012United Kingdom8 days ago
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Spotify | #27 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Spotify | #82 | United Kingdom/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #70 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #9 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #120 |  Australia/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #225 |  Ireland/Top Podcasts |
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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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