In this episode, Karen Radner introduces Ancient Assyria, a kingdom which grew to be geographically vast, socially diverse, and multicultural. Learn more about Ancient Assyria: A Very Short Introducti

In this episode, Jonathan Stack introduces stem cells and how they can be used in the treatment of a range of diseases. Learn more about Stem Cells: A Very Short Introduction here: https://global.oup.

In this episode, Ian Stewart introduces the concept of infinity and discusses its application to mathematics, science, and everyday life. Learn more about Infinity: A Very Short Introductionhere: htt

In this episode, Philip Mladenov introduces marine biology, a field whose importance is ever growing as our oceans undergo rapid and profound changes due to human influence. Learn more about Marine Bi

In the first episode of Season 6, Ian Goldin introduces development, the process by which nations escape poverty and achieve economic and social progress. This crucial process has been the subject of

In the final episode of Season 5, Daniel Haybron introduces the emotion most of us aspire to havehappinessand how our pursuit of it impacts our well-being. Learn more about Happiness: A Very Short

In this episode, Charles Barr introduces British cinema, the home of Ealing Studios and Alfred Hitchcock, and delves into its global significance. Learn more about British Cinema: A Very Short Introd

In this episode, Michelle Baddeley explores behavioural economics, a field that allows us to understand our own decision-making processes and how this can impact our financial behaviour. Learn more ab

In this episode, Vronique Mottier introduces and explores what shapes our sexuality. Learn more about Sexuality: A Very Short Introduction here: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/sexuality-a-

In this episode, David Cottington introduce the Avant-Garde, perhaps the most important and influential concept in the history of modern culture. Learn more about The Avant-Garde: A Very Short Introd