In Our Time Episodes Available now
Mars
Melvyn Bragg discusses the planet Mars, a source of endless fascination in human history
Constantinople Siege and Fall
Melvyn Bragg examines the 1453 siege of Constantinople which ended the Byzantine Empire.
Hell
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the history of Hell and its representation in the arts.
Indian Mathematics
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the 5000 year long story of Indian Maths.
Anarchism
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the political creed of Anarchism.
The Speed of Light
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the speed of light, lynchpin of Einstein’s universe.
Altruism
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss philosophical and evolutionary arguments over altruism.
The Peasants’ Revolt
Melvyn Bragg examines the 1381 Peasants’ Revolt, a pivotal moment in England’s history.
Pope
The life and work of the brilliant, acerbic and unpopular poet Alexander Pope.
The Poincaré Conjecture
Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss a puzzle that may explain the shape of the universe.
