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Papal Arts Legacy

As Roman Catholic cardinals from around the world decide who is to become the next Pope, we discover just how much Benedict XVI was keen to support the contemporary arts.

As Roman Catholic cardinals from around the world decide who is to become the next Pope, we discover just how much Benedict XVI was keen to support the contemporary arts.

Rio Art Museum
Helen Clegg visits the new Art Museum in Rio, part of the Brazilian city's regeneration plans which aims to bring in visitors from every background.

David Bowie
His first album (or public appearance of any kind) in 10 years has been met by almost universal praise. We ask Dylan Jones, man obsessed as a young boy in the 70's by Bowie whether it's great, good or just so so.

The main entrance to the Vatican Museum. Photo:Filippo Monteforte/AFP/Getty Images.

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18 minutes

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Wed 13 Mar 2013 12:32GMT
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Chapters

  • Papal Arts Legacy

    We discover how Benedict XVI supported the contemporary arts.

    Duration: 05:26

  • Rio Art Museum

    Rio de Janeiro kickstarts it's Olympic regeneration by opening a new public art museum.

    Duration: 05:32

  • David Bowie

    Dylan Jones reviews David Bowie's new album.

    Duration: 07:00

Broadcasts

  • Tue 12 Mar 2013 20:32GMT
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service Online
  • Wed 13 Mar 2013 03:32GMT
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service Online
  • Wed 13 Mar 2013 09:32GMT
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service Online
  • Wed 13 Mar 2013 12:32GMT
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service Online