Best Peter Atkinson Podcasts (2025)

🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Padre Pio - Episode Four: A Mystery to Himself Italy. 1916. Arrested for desertion, Padre Pio finds himself thrust into a perilous predicament. A simple misunderstanding quickly escalates, with the grim possibility of prison or worse, hanging over Pio. As tension mounts and uncertainty grows, Pio's …

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The Edition: Chinese spies, Vance’s rise & is French parenting supreme? 30:27

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‘Here be dragons’ declares the Spectator’s cover story this week, as it looks at the continuing fallout over the collapse of the trial of two political aides accused of spying for China in Westminster. Tim Shipman reveals that – under the last Conservative government – a data hub was sold to the Chinese that included highly classified information; …

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Padre Pio: Episode Three 12:10

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Padre Pio - Episode Three: Homecoming Italy. 1910. Still in Pietrelcina, Padre Pio faces a pivotal moment: his Capuchin superior fears his fragile health may hinder his monastic vocation. As a great war begins, Pio discovers that pain and persistent trials may be inseparable from his priestly servic…

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Quite right!: was Cameron wrong about China? 22:43

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Listeners on the Best of Spectator playlist can enjoy a section of the latest episode of Quite right! but for the full thing please seek out the Quite right! channel. Just search ‘Quite right!’ wherever you are listening now. This week on Quite right! Michael and Maddie turn their sights to Westminster’s latest espionage scandal – and the collapse …

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Padre Pio: Episode Two 12:58

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Padre Pio - Episode Two: A Worthwhile Suffering Italy. 1903. Brother Pio returns to Pietrelcina facing physical affliction and spiritual trials. His ill health is an obstacle to his vocation. With challenges at every turn, will his faith endure the trials that lie ahead? 🌐 Subscribe for Free Daily E…

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Holy Smoke: what does it mean 'to forgive'? 33:17

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The announcement by Erika Kirk – the widow of assassinated political activist Charlie Kirk – that she forgave her husband's killer, has led many to question the nature of Christian forgiveness. Granting forgiveness can seem hard for the smallest of crimes, let alone the murder of a close family member, so how can other people follow Erika's example…

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Padre Pio: Episode One 10:58

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Padre Pio - Episode One: The Path Pietrelcina, Italy. 1902. As a young man embarks on his journey to become a Capuchin monk, he encounters a series of unexpected trials that test his faith. Amidst the serene sounds of his hometown, whispers and warnings loom large. Will his steadfast spirit withstan…

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Americano: Trump's war on the cartels 37:34

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Donald Trump has launched a new ‘war on drugs’ – this time targeting Mexico’s cartels. Ben Domenech joins Freddy Gray to explain why MAGA has embraced the fight, what it means for US–Mexico relations, and how it could shape Trump’s foreign policy in his second term. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Coffee House Shots: who is the greatest ever conservative? 39:25

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From wartime leadership to economic revolutions, Conservative figures have shaped Britain’s past and present. But who stands out as the greatest of them all? In this conversation, recorded live at Conservative Party Conference: Katie Lam makes the case for William Pitt the Younger, Camilla Tominay nominates Margaret Thatcher, William Atkinson point…

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Spectator Out Loud: Tim Shipman, Ian Williams, Theo Hobson, Lara Prendergast & Lisa Haseldine 34:01

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On this week’s Spectator Out Loud: Tim Shipman says that the real war for the right is yet to come; Ian Williams examines the farce over the collapses China espionage case; Theo Hobson argues that the Church of England is muddled over sex and marriage; Lara Prendergast reads her letter from America; and, Lisa Haseldine goes on manoeuvres with the G…

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Coffee House Shots Live: can the Tories turn it around? 40:13

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Recorded live in Manchester, during the Conservative Party conference, Michael Gove sits down with Tim Shipman, Madeline Grant and Tim Montgomerie to discuss how the Tories can turn their fortunes around. Do the Tories need to show contrition for their record in government? Has the party basically been split ever since the Coalition years? And does…

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Solanus Casey: Episode Five 20:20

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Solanus Casey - Episode Five: The Face of Christ in Detroit Yonkers, New York. 1921. Father Solanus wakes up in the hospital awaiting the doctor’s news of his fate. Will he survive this latest ordeal? And will his faith carry him through? 🌐 Subscribe for Free Daily Episodes: https://thesaintspodcast…

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The Edition: Jewish fear, 'the elimination of motherhood' & remembering Jilly Cooper 25:17

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The Spectator’s cover story this week looks at ‘the fear’ gripping Jewish people amidst rising antisemitism. Reflecting on last week’s attack in Manchester, Douglas Murray says that ‘no-one in the Jewish community was surprised’ – a damning inditement on Britain today. How do we tackle religious intolerance? And is there room for nuance in the deba…

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Ep 9. "The Making of a Midfielder". Tommy Miller Pt1 1:17:39

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Summary In this engaging conversation, Tommy Miller shares his journey from growing up in Shotton Colliery to becoming a professional footballer. He discusses the influences that shaped his career, including his father's support and the challenges he faced along the way. Tommy reflects on his time at Ipswich Town, Hartlepool United, and Sunderland,…

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Solanus Casey: Episode Four 18:55

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Solanus Casey - Episode Four: Opening the Door Detroit, Michigan. Christmas Eve, 1896. On the Blessed Mother's instructions, Barney has traveled four hundred miles from his home in Wisconsin to the Capuchin monastery in Detroit. He hopes to become a Capuchin novice. But after so many failures, heart…

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The Book Club: An Unexpectedly Essential Guide to Language 38:20

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My guest in this week’s Book Club podcast is Ben Schott. The author of the world- (or downstairs-loo-) conquering Schott’s Original Miscellany returns with Schott’s Significa, a deeply reported and constantly surprising book in which he uses the private languages of various communities – from gondoliers to graffiti writers and from Swifties to somm…

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Solanus Casey: Episode Three 15:23

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Solanus Casey - Episode Three: A Study in Humility Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 1891. After witnessing a horrific act of violence, Barney's life is in turmoil. Set on becoming a man of peace, he enters seminary in Milwaukee. Barney feels called to the priesthood, but he's not sure a farm boy from Oak Grove…

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Quite right! live: Kemi Badenoch's last conference? 20:05

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Coffee House Shots live: who's listening to the Tories? 38:10

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Solanus Casey: Episode Two 15:01

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Solanus Casey: Episode One 17:50

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Solanus Casey - Episode One: Seeds and Dreams Oak Grove, Wisconsin. 1887. Irish immigrant farmers Bernard and Margaret Casey raise their sixteen children on a small plot of land where the work never ends and the profits are few. Now, some poor harvests have them more worried than usual, and it's up …

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Spectator Out Loud: James Heale, William Atkinson, David Shipley, Angus Colwell and Aidan Hartley 24:09

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On this week’s Spectator Out Loud: James Heale says that, for Labour, party conference was a ‘holiday from reality’; William Atkinson argues that the ‘cult of Thatcher’ needs to die; David Shipley examines the luxury of French prisons; Angus Colwell provides his notes on swan eating; and, Aidan Hartley takes listeners on a paleoanthropological tour…

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Speaker series: Jeffrey Archer – End Game 50:41

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Michael Gove speaks to Jeffrey Archer about his life, career and his new novel End Game, which marks the gripping finale of the William Warwick series. This discussion was part of the Spectator's speaker series. To see more on our upcoming events – including with Charles Moore and with Bernard Cornwell – go to events.spectator.co.uk Hosted on Acast…

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Coffee House Shots: what next for the British right? 29:19

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The general election result of 2024 reflected – among other things – a collapse of trust among British voters in the Conservatives. How can the British right evolve so it learns lessons from the past and from across the pond, in order to win back its base? This is an excerpt from an event hosted by The Spectator and American Compass; a leading US t…

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Holy Smoke: the first female Archbishop of Canterbury 18:21

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Dame Sarah Mullally has been announced as the new Archbishop of Canterbury. Previously the Bishop of London, she becomes the first woman to lead the Church in its almost 500 year history. She also had a 40 year career as a professional nurse, rising to be the most senior nurse in England and Wales. The Rev'd Marcus Walker, rector at St Bartholemew …

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Therese of Lisieux: Episode Five 17:03

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Therese of Lisieux - Episode Five: Your Little Sister December, 1896. As the Carmelites of Lisieux celebrate Christmas, Sister Therese’s illness is worse, but she’s still determined to love Jesus through her “Little Way”. Though only twenty-four years old, she is an inspiration to many, including a …

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Book Club: Philippa Gregory 39:17

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Sam Leith's guest on this week's Book Club podcast is the historical novelist Philippa Gregory. In her gripping new book Boleyn Traitor, Philippa seeks to rescue Jane Boleyn from the vast condescension of history. She tells Sam how fiction allows her to make plausible speculations about the gaps in the record, how she works to make the Tudors speak…

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Bill Ward 1:25:35

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In this episode of Biblioscapes in Discussion, I am joined by Bill Ward to talk about his work and his book Immersive.By Euan Ross

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Ep.8. “From Cruise Ships to the Queens Funeral. Ewan Atkinson’s Journey” 42:50

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In this episode, Ewan Atkinson shares his journey from a young music enthusiast to a student bandmaster in the army. He discusses his experiences in music, including arranging for military bands, performing on cruise ships, and the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ewan also reflects on significant events like the Queen's funeral and h…

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Therese of Lisieux: Episode Four 14:52

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Therese of Lisieux - Episode Four: Elevator to Heaven 1894. Twenty-one year old Therese is now Sister Therese of the Child Jesus, the assistant novice mistress at the Carmelite convent in Lisieux. And her older sister Pauline is the Mother Prioress. But the Martin family faces new struggles. Papa’s …

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The Edition: Kemi's fightback, the cult of Thatcher & debunking British myths 37:31

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The Spectator’s cover story this week is an interview with Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch ahead of the Tory party conference. Reflecting on the criticism she received for being seen as slow on policy announcements, she says that the position the Conservatives were in was ‘more perilous than people realise’ and compares herself to the CEO of an a…

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My review of Intertek plus a London Investor Show ticket offer 23:25

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The Intertek Group is an FTSE 100 company that provides quality assurance solutions across a wide range of industries. They’re in the business of testing, inspecting and certifying the standards that apply to everything from food production and car engine emissions, to the quality of crude oil and the safety of toys and pharmaceutical products. Mar…

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Therese of Lisieux: Episode Three 12:57

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Therese of Lisieux - Episode Three: Let Me In! November, 1887. Rome, Italy. Determined as ever to become a Carmelite, fifteen-year old Therese and her father Louis have traveled to Rome, on a mission to meet the pope! But will she be allowed to speak with him? And will the Carmelites of Lisieux allo…

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Quite right!: is Labour 'racist' too? 25:15

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Listeners on the Best of Spectator playlist can enjoy a section of the latest episode of Quite right! but for the full thing please seek out the Quite right! channel. Just search ‘Quite right!’ wherever you are listening now. This week, Michael and Maddie report from the Labour party conference in Liverpool and unpick Keir Starmer’s big speech. Was…

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Americano: Prof Mearsheimer on why Trump’s ‘deal of the century’ won’t work 21:45

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Donald Trump has unveiled his “peace plan” for Gaza with Benjamin Netanyahu – but is it realistic? Professor John Mearsheimer joins Freddy Gray to assess Trump’s foreign policy instincts, the role of Tony Blair on the Board of Peace, the use (and misuse) of the term “genocide,” and what chance there is of a Saudi-Israeli accord emerging from the co…

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Therese of Lisieux: Episode Two 13:51

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Therese of Lisieux - Episode Two: Save Souls 1887. Lisieux, France. Five years have passed and fourteen-year old Therese is as strong-willed as ever. With two of her sisters now in Carmel, she’s searching for her own place in the world. When she reads the story of a notorious criminal on death row, …

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Coffee House Shots: Shabana Mahmood in conversation with Michael Gove 49:06

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Whilst a certain noisy northern mayor has positioned himself as the problem child of conference 2025, The Spectator finds another Labour politician far more interesting. All around Liverpool the newsstands are decorated by the image of the Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, dubbed the ‘Terminator’ by Tim Shipman in the most recent issue of The Spectat…

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Americano: is James Comey going to jail? 27:53

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Freddy Gray speaks to Jacob Heilbrunn, a longstanding friend of Americano to discuss James Comey, violence in Washington and Tucker Carlson’s new series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Therese of Lisieux: Episode One 12:36

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ Therese of Lisieux - Episode One: The Little Flower Lisieux, France. 1882. Nine-year old Therese Martin is a mass of contradictions: she can be sweet and sensitive, but when she doesn’t get her way, watch out! Motherless since the age of four, her father and her four older sisters try to make a happ…

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Spectator Out Loud: Matthew Parris, Stephen J. Shaw, Henry Jeffreys, Tessa Dunlop and Angus Colwell 30:34

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On this week’s Spectator Out Loud: Matthew Parris reflects on the gay rights movement in the UK; faced with Britain’s demographic declines, Stephen J. Shaw argues that Britain needs to recover a sense of ‘futurehood’; Henry Jeffreys makes the case for disposing of wine lists; Tessa Dunlop reviews Valentine Low’s Power and the Palace: The Inside Sto…

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Reparations: the tyranny of imaginary guilt, with Nigel Biggar & Katie Lam 18:53

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The past few years have seen growing calls for countries in the global west to pay reparations to former colonies for their role in the transatlantic slave trade. The debate over reparations was already part of the so-called ‘culture wars’, but became louder following the Black Lives Matter movement, as many groups sought to re-examine their histor…

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Coffee House Shots: Michael Gove interviews Steve Reed 28:52

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On the eve of Labour’s party conference, the Spectator's editor Michael Gove sits down with Steve Reed MP, the new Secretary of State for Housing, Communities, and Local Government. The government has announced an historic £5 billion package of funding for 'national renewal' – designed to revive high streets, parks and public spaces. Reed explains …

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John Henry Newman: Episode Five 15:38

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ John Henry Newman - Episode Five: Heart Speaks to Heart Littlemore, England, 1845. Former Anglican priest John Henry Newman yearns to be received into the Catholic Church. An opportunity comes in the form of visiting Italian priest Father Dominic Barberi, an encounter that marks the beginning of Joh…

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The Edition: Labour’s Terminator, Silicon Valley’s ‘Antichrist’ obsession & can charity shops survive? 36:40

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First: who has the Home Secretary got in her sights? Political editor Tim Shipman profiles Shabana Mahmood in the Spectator’s cover article this week. Given Keir Starmer’s dismal approval ratings, politicos are consumed by gossip about who could be his heir-apparent – even more so, following Angela Rayner’s defenestration a few weeks ago. Mahmood m…

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Ep 7. “From Analog Days to Digital Times: Peter Hatfields Story” 47:13

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In this episode, Pit Yakka engages in a heartfelt conversation with Peter Hatfield, exploring his childhood in Middlesbrough, family dynamics, career transitions, and the impact of football on his life. Peter reflects on the differences between analog and digital childhoods, the importance of creativity, and the challenges of parenting in a digital…

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John Henry Newman: Episode Four 11:10

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ John Henry Newman - Episode Four: Life in Littlemore Littlemore, England, 1842. With no friends left to support him in Oxford, John Henry Newman moves to Littlemore to be close to his sister. A chance meeting with his new friend, the Catholic priest Father Charles Russell, prompts John to reconsider…

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The Book Club: Rebellion and Resistance of the Enslaved in the Atlantic World 43:15

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Sam's guest in this week’s Book Club podcast is the historian Sudhir Hazareesingh, whose new book Daring to Be Free: Rebellion and Resistance of the Enslaved in the Atlantic World reframes the story of Atlantic slavery. He explains why the familiar tale of enlightened Europeans bringing about abolition leaves out the most important voices of all – …

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John Henry Newman: Episode Three 14:48

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🏔️ The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage 🗺️ John Henry Newman - Episode Three: The Oxford Movement Oxford, England, 1833. John Henry Newman's bold call to restore Christian tradition captivates the nation! His Tracts draw attention to religion, but now they may be drawing the wrong kind of attention to those who are writing them. Can John con…

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Quite right!: Blair's ID card dystopia & the 'hell' of conference season 27:32

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Listeners on the Best of Spectator playlist can enjoy a section of the latest episode of Quite right! but for the full thing please seek out the Quite right! channel. Just search ‘Quite right!’ wherever you are listening now. This week, Michael and Maddie lift the lid on the strange rituals of party conference season and why the ‘goldfish bowl’ rea…