5x15

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5 speakers, 15 minutes each. No script. The world's leading figures in the arts, science and media give talks about their enduring achievements, wildest moments or deepest passions. It's inspiring, informative, provoking, and above all, entertaining. Based in London but making forays to Sydney, New York and Milan, 5x15 has featured Joanna Lumley, Brian Eno, Jonathan Safran Foer, Jung Chang, Ruby Wax and Alain de Botton. (Podcasts produced by Russell Finch)

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Recent episodes

  • Jonathan Sumption on The Challenges of DemocracyMar 21, 2025 · 15 min
  • Suzanne O’Sullivan on The Age of DiagnosisMar 21, 2025 · 19 min
  • Nick Makoha on The New CarthaginiansMar 21, 2025 · 18 min
  • Carole Cadwalladr on How to Survive the BroligarchyMar 21, 2025 · 19 min
  • Katherine Rundell on AnimalsMar 21, 2025 · 17 min
  • Chris van Tulleken on Ultra-Processed FoodFeb 25, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
  • Jonathan Freedland on King Winter's BirthdayFeb 25, 2025 · 15 min
  • Theresa Lola on Ceremony for the NamelessFeb 25, 2025 · 11 min
  • Harriet Walter on She Speaks!Feb 25, 2025 · 15 min
  • John Crace on Taking the LeadFeb 25, 2025 · 16 min

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