A weekly reflection on a topical issue.
Radio 4,Β·825 episodes
Sarah Dunant pays tribute to outstanding women teachers who inspired her own generation.
Sarah Dunant reflects on public attitudes in the past to conspicuous consumption.
Sarah Dunant owns up to being part of the greediest generation - the baby boomers.
Sarah Dunant reflects on the character of the new generation of students.
Lisa Jardine puts an historical perspective on the upcoming government spending cuts.
Lisa Jardine on the conflict between her twin passions - saving money and lavish baking.
Lisa Jardine reflects on the extraordinary tapestries in London for the Pope's visit.
Book-lover Lisa Jardine muses on her latest conversion to the e-book.
Lisa Jardine reflects on memory and muses at her newly acquired facility to recite Horace.
Lisa Jardine reflects on how reputations are won and lost.
Lisa Jardine reflects on the history and political significance of fireworks.
Lisa Jardine reflects on the colourful career of the founder of the British Museum.
Lisa Jardine reflects on changing fashions in architecture over the last four centuries.
David Cannadine looks back at the ceremonies which marked the end of Britain's empire.
David Cannadine traces the remarkable history of the Asian elephant.
David Cannadine reflects on the relationship between political and military leaders.
David Cannadine celebrates the joys of South London via Raymond Chandler and PG Wodehouse.
David Cannadine reflects on the teaching of history in schools.
David Cannadine reveals the colourful history of passports and identity cards.
David Cannadine reflects on the distinctive style of American graduation ceremonies.
David Cannadine reflects on the history and traditions of America's Memorial Day.
David Cannadine reflects on the power of volcanoes and our fascination with Pompeii.
David Cannadine reflects on Britain's forgotten history of coalition government.
Simon Schama reflects on the political dramas in Britain following the general election.
Simon Schama reflects on the power and symbolism of the oak tree in British history.
Simon Schama reflects on the meaning of money as represented by coins and notes and in art
Simon Schama reflects on the timeless drama of British politics.
Simon Schama reflects on eating habits in America and a growing enthusiasm for good food.
Simon Schama celebrates New Zealand's history and regrets talk of joining with Australia.