Sideways Episodes Available now
Sideways: Season nine - coming soon...
A slamming new season... starting with a pro wrestling grudge that got too real.
56. A Cinderella Story
How a Cinderella film from 1970s Czechoslovakia became a Christmas tradition across Europe
55. Perfectly Mediocre
Matthew Syed asks what happens when we shun excellence and embrace mediocrity.
54. Copy Cat
Matthew Syed hears from a painter who rose to fame by copying the works of others.
53. Stories of a Father
Matthew Syed explores how a daughter found connection with the father she never met.
52. First Loves
Matthew Syed finds out why our first loves can hold a special place in our hearts.
51. The One Star Chef
Is the customer always right? Matthew Syed delves into the world of online reviews.
Sideways: Season eight - coming soon...
First loves, harsh critics and a celebration of mediocrity. Six new Sideways stories.
50. Take the First Step
Matthew makes a case for the impact that even the smallest adventures can have on us all.
49. Inside Marjorie's Parlour
Matthew Syed explores how music can become a powerful, transformational force.
