Sideways Episodes Available now
Grudge Match
A wrestling grudge spills out of the ring and into the real world.
A Cinderella Story
How a Cinderella film from 1970s Czechoslovakia became a Christmas tradition across Europe
Perfectly Mediocre
Matthew Syed asks what happens when we shun excellence and embrace mediocrity.
Copy Cat
Matthew Syed hears from a painter who rose to fame by copying the works of others.
Stories of a Father
Matthew Syed explores how a daughter found connection with the father she never met.
First Loves
Matthew Syed finds out why our first loves can hold a special place in our hearts.
The One Star Chef
Is the customer always right? Matthew Syed delves into the world of online reviews.
Take the First Step
Matthew makes a case for the impact that even the smallest adventures can have on us all.
Inside Marjorie's Parlour
Matthew Syed explores how music can become a powerful, transformational force.
Love Thy Villain
Matthew Syed looks at the merits of embracing your inner 'villain'.