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A monthly books podcast presented by Ted Hodgkinson featuring the finest writers, poets and thinkers from across the globe, onstage and backstage at Europe's largest arts centre.
Southbank Centre hosts Southbank Centre's Book Podcast, a arts show with 28 episodes published.
Can classical music be protest? Can it make you laugh? Or is it just one big remix? In So Hear Me Out, hosts Gillian Moore and Linton Stephens dig into the big questions, uncovering unexpected stories, surprising connect
British author Hilary Mantel reveals the eagerly awaited third novel in her thrilling Thomas Cromwell trilogy, The Mirror and the Light. The book offers a defining portrait of predator and prey, of a ferocious contest be
In this podcast, recorded live at Southbank Centre, author and journalist Will Self joins Alex Bilmes, to discuss his newly released, and typically funny and frenzied memoir, Will. In an entertaining half hour, Self disc
Ethologist, evolutionary biologist and author Richard Dawkins joins David Freeman to discuss his latest book Outgrowing God: A Beginner’s Guide. In this podcast recorded as part of our 2019 autumn literature season, the
At the 2013 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Phoebe Waller-Bridge stepped on stage to debut her new one-woman show, Fleabag. Now, six years on, that character has grown into a full-on phenomenon, with a sell-out runs in London
Malcolm Gladwell is the author of five international bestsellers and was named one of the 100 most influential people by Time magazine. In this podcast, recorded from a London exclusive live appearance here at Southbank
Star Wars actor Anthony Daniels joins puppeteer and actor Brian Herring to reflect on his time playing one of the most famous droids in cinematic history. Recorded at London Literature Festival, this podcast sees Daniels
Hillary Rodham Clinton and Chelsea Clinton join the scholar Mary Beard to discuss their new book The Book of Gutsy Women: Favourite Stories of Courage and Resilience. In this UK-exclusive event, introduced by Southbank C
The poet and activist Nikki Giovanni discusses the power of literature as she joins us for Poetry International and London Literature Festival. An undeniable cultural icon, Giovanni is the winner of numerous awards, incl
The much-loved comedian, actor and writer Sir Lenny Henry joins comedian Romesh Ranganathan in this special edition of our Book Podcast, as the two talk about Henry’s remarkable career and his new memoir Who Am I, Again?
Documentary-maker Louis Theroux joins his schoolfriend Adam Buxton to discuss his new book Gotta Get Theroux This and his two decades of investigating the weirder, more outlandish sides of human life. In this live discus
Comedian Sara Pascoe joins Deborah Frances-White in conversation to discuss her new book Sex, Power, Money. In this live discussion, Pascoe examines blind spots in relationships and skewers sexual inequalities, taking a
Former Children’s Laureate Malorie Blackman joins Tobi Kyeremateng in conversation to discuss 'Crossfire', the latest novel in her popular Noughts & Crosses series. Enjoy highlights of their Queen Elizabeth Hall discussi
In this episode of Southbank Centre’s Book Podcast we have an excerpt from writer and director Richard Ayoade in conversation with Adam Buxton, as he reflects on his award-winning films and comedy. As well as reading ext
The bestselling author of The Hate U Give presented an homage to hip-hop and the power of storytelling in a discussion of her second novel, with Charlie Brinkhurst-Cuff. She talked about On the Come Up, the story of figh
In December, US writer Roxane Gay made her first ever appearance in the UK at Southbank Centre. Author of the New York Times bestselling Bad Feminist, as well as An Untamed State, the short story collection Ayiti and the
In this special episode, Southbank Centre literature team's Ted Hodgkinson and Debo Amon turn their focus to the TS Eliot Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in the poetry calendar. Listen to extracts from the nomi
Author Mohsin Hamid and actor, writer and musician Riz Ahmed reflect on why stories of migration have captivated our imaginations. From the Ancient Greeks to Hamid's most recent novel, Exit West, stories of migration and
Sue Perkins made a rare appearance at Southbank Centre's London Literature Festival. The evening was packed full of crackling wit and dubious puns. She was interviewed by her partner, Anna Richardson.
Ted Hodgkinson examines the different ways in which literature has interpreted the past, dissected the present and shaped the future of American politics. Guests feature authors Salman Rushdie and Marilynne Robinson, poe
Will Self
Workforce Strategy and Analytics Leader · Mercer
1 appearance on this show
Richard Dawkins
ethologist, evolutionary biologist and author · Federated Farmers
1 appearance on this show
Phoebe Waller-Bridge
1 appearance on this show
Phoebe Waller-Bridge
1 appearance on this show
Malcolm Gladwell
author
1 appearance on this show
Anthony Daniels
UK and Ireland General Manager · Expedition Cruise Network
1 appearance on this show
Hillary Rodham Clinton
Staffer
1 appearance on this show
Chelsea Clinton
vice chair · Clinton Health Access Initiative
1 appearance on this show
Mary Beard
author
1 appearance on this show
Nikki Giovanni
poet and activist
1 appearance on this show
Sir Lenny Henry
comedian, entertainer, actor, campaigner
1 appearance on this show
Adam Buxton
1 appearance on this show
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