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When Greeks Flew Kites
Monthly series in which historical novelist Sarah Dunant delves into the past for stories and moments that help frame the present, bringing to life worlds that span the centuries.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.8 stars from 50 ratings
Great podcast long view, thoughtful, reasoned challenging just like cultural philosophy should be. Hooray!
Soapsoane via Apple Podcasts · Great Britain · 12/01/23
Weaves the past and present
When Greeks Flew Kites weaves beautiful stories between the past and the present. It’s all wrapped up by Sarah Dunant’s wonderful voice. It’s a perfect late night programme. I love it.
jiveandclaims via Apple Podcasts · Japan · 10/20/19
The Philosophical Side of History
Goes beyond the usual tropes of most history podcasts by examining particular ideas and philosophical concepts that have recurred throughout history. In addition to interviews with experts, the show includes music and short readings/re-enactments to illustrate different ideas. Great show.
Jack_McCoy via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/14/19
Recent Episodes
Published 07/01/19
This month, Sarah Dunant looks at what history can tell us about irrationality. Conspiracy theories, anti-vaccination movements and climate change denial are modern examples of ideas that stubbornly cling on in the face of facts. Drawing on a range of historical moments, Sarah scrutinises the...
Published 07/01/19
This month, Sarah Dunant looks to the past to help us think about the most pressing issue facing the world today - climate change. Although the problem is a relatively modern one, humans have been grappling with the damage that they inflict on the environment throughout history. Scientists and...
Published 06/03/19
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