Popular culture, poetry, music and visual arts and the roles they play in our society.

From Altruism to Wittgenstein, philosophers, theories and key themes.

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the ideas, people and events that have shaped our world.

A weekly programme that illuminates the mysteries and challenges the controversies behind the science that's changing our world.

Explorations in the world of science.

Science news and highlights of the week

In 1997, thirty-nine people took their own lives in an apparent mass suicide. The events captivated the media and had people across the planet asking the same question... ‘Why?’ 20 years later, those who lost loved ones and those who still believe - tell their story. Hosted by Glynn Washington of Snap Judgment. "Heaven's Gate: The Cult of Cults," is now a four-part docuseries inspired by this podcast, streaming on HBO Max.

A look at the history of the Appalachian region, one story at a time.

Series exploring the place and nature of faith in today's world

Evan Davis hosts the business conversation show with people at the top giving insight into what matters