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The Kalevala

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the epic poem that helped build the Finnish nation.

Julian the Apostate

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the emperor who aimed to return Christian Rome to paganism

The Waltz

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the impact of the waltz on British society and culture.

The Mokrani Revolt

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss a major Algerian uprising against French rule in 1871.

Heisenberg's Uncertainty Principle

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss Heisenberg's key role at the outset of quantum mechanics

The Sack of Rome 1527

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the Holy Roman Emperor's army's notorious attack on Romans

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss Lewis Carroll's fantastical tale inspired by Alice Liddell

Hormones

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the chemical signals that control the ways our bodies work

The Hanseatic League

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the medieval trading network the Hanseatic League.

Panpsychism

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the idea that fundamental particles have consciousness.

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