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explore words discover worlds
Expand your horizons with 'explore words discover worlds', the podcast that brings the world of Bradford Literature Festival to your ears. From the classics to the cutting edge, we'll introduce you to the most exciting and thought-provoking authors, poets, and thinkers.
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explore words discover worlds50 Years After Saigon
Join us for a thought-provoking talk with Professor Saeed Khan as we mark 50 years since the fall of Saigon, the event that ended the Vietnam War on April…
explore words discover worlds40 Years On: The Lasting Legacy of the Miner’s Strike
Join us for a powerful conversation reflecting on the 40th anniversary of the 1984-85 miners’ strike, one of the most pivotal events in Britain’s industrial…
explore words discover worldsWritersMosaic Presents: Global Crime Queens
Join WritersMosaic and The Royal Literary Fund’s John Siddique for a gripping exploration into the dark hearts of storytelling with three of today’s leading…
explore words discover worldsRumi and Iqbal: Divine Love
Join Ustadh Feraidoon Mojadedi, one of the best-known and most respected community leaders and academics in the Bay Area, California, as he guides us on a…
explore words discover worldsFree Word Lecture
Join us for our annual Free Word Lecture, which aims to uphold the ethos of free speech with a focus on the power and politics of words. Continuing the legacy…
explore words discover worldsAnne Brontë and Agnes Grey: Parallels of Resilience and Reality
On the 175th anniversary of the death of Anne Brontë, we are joined by authors and Brontë experts, Adelle Hay and Nick Holland, to explore her life, legacy…
explore words discover worldsThe End of Liberal Democracy
What is fact when the leaders of your country deny it? Disinformation is the new weapon in the political warfare that dominates the headlines, and social media…
explore words discover worldsThe Essential Martin Lings
Discover the essential writings of the late scholar, Martin Lings, curated by Dr Reza Shah-Kazemi. This collection brings together some of the most remarkable…
explore words discover worldsSairish Hussain: Hidden Fires
Join Bradford’s own Sairish Hussain as she returns to the festival for a special event on her latest novel, Hidden Fires, in-conversation with Yousra Samir.Set…
explore words discover worldsSo You're Published, Now What?
You’ve been published, you’ve made a splash (or a sprinkle) and your first book is out in the world. Now what? Whether you’re grappling with motivation, facing…
explore words discover worldsThe Big Book of Cyberpunk
Jared Shurin, award-winning anthologist and editor of The Big Book of Cyberpunk, is joined by two of the book’s contributing writers, Lauren Beukes and EJ…
explore words discover worldsBee Rowlatt: One Woman Crime Wave
Join Bee Rowlatt as she discusses her anticipated debut novel, One Woman Crime Wave. In this gripping event, Rowlatt introduces us to 15-year-old Ashleigh, the…
explore words discover worldsEchoes of The Orisha
Join acclaimed novelist, poet and playwright, Inua Ellams, author of The Half-God of Rainfall and hit play, Barber Shop Chronicles, Ashley Thorpe, author of…
explore words discover worldsJoanne Harris: The Moonlight Market
Join us for an extraordinary evening with Joanne Harris, the celebrated author of Chocolat, as she unveils her first fantasy novel in six years, The Moonlight…
explore words discover worldsGlobe Plotters: International Perspectives in Crime Fiction
Delve into the thrilling world of crime fiction as we are joined by acclaimed authors, Vaseem Khan, Alex Gray, Sarah Hussain, and chair, Saeida Rouass. They…
explore words discover worldsWhy Can't I See My GP?
The UK general practice has reached crisis point. The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has placed a strain on an already crumbling primary care service, leaving…
explore words discover worldsThe Kingdom of the Heart
Join with Ustadh Amjad Tarsin from Al-Maqasid in Pennsylvania, US, as he introduces The Kingdom of the Heart. This latest work of Habib Umar has been…
explore words discover worldsArt and Class: How the middle classes hijacked the nation’s galleries
Dive into a discussion about class, culture, and art in a conversation that promises to be as enlightening as it will be provocative. Step back into 1857, mill…
explore words discover worldsPriestley and Pythons
Join this vibrant discussion with Bob Cryer, son of comedy legend, Barry Cryer, as he divulges anecdotes of his father’s incredible life and career from his…
explore words discover worldsAnd Still We Rise
Immerse yourself in an inspiring celebration of two of the most influential figures in American literature, Maya Angelou and James Baldwin. Dive into the lives…
explore words discover worldsBeing Muslim with Dr Asad Tarsin of Zaytuna College
Join Dr Asad Tarsin as he expertly navigates through the essential concepts and timeless wisdom gleaned from over 20 reputable authorities in Islam.Being…
explore words discover worldsJoelle Taylor In Conversation: The Night Alphabet
Embark on a mesmerising journey through time and space with the electrifying debut novel from award-winning poet Joelle Taylor, The Night Alphabet. A…
explore words discover worldsFrom Pen To Published
Join us for a 360° view of a book’s journey from the manuscript phase to the hands of readers. Bringing together voices from the publishing world, we’ll talk…
explore words discover worldsShaparak Khorsandi in Conversation: Scatter Brain
“Some brains, through no fault of their own, pack a bag, turn the lights off and run away to the seaside the moment they are meant to be doing homework, paying…
explore words discover worldsBlake's Role in Modern Mental Health
Join us for a captivating discussion as author, Jason Wright, teams up with Stephen Pritchard from the Blake Society to explore the transformative power of…
explore words discover worldsArtists Making Books: Poetry to Politics
In the hands of artists and poets, books have taken a radically different form since the advent of the artist’s book in Paris in the early 20th century. In…
explore words discover worldsAhmed Paul Keeler: A Life's Journey - The Story Behind the Book
Join us as host, Muhammad Jalal, meets Ahmed Paul Keeler to recount his fascinating life journey, from an idyllic childhood in Windsor to navigating trauma in…
explore words discover worldsThe Art of Enlightenment: Islamic Contributions to Global Culture
Join us for a panel discussion on the rich heritage and contemporary resonance of Islamic art and architecture.The panel includes Dr Silke Ackermann, Director…
explore words discover worldsBreaking Boundaries: Anne Brontë's Feminist Legacy
Join us for a thought-provoking discussion as we celebrate the enduring feminist legacy of Anne Brontë, a pioneering voice in Victorian literature, with Brontë…
explore words discover worldsCan Crime Ever Be Cosy?
Join us for a thought-provoking panel event, showcasing the UK’s foremost cosy crime authors, including Katy Watson, JM Hall and Antony Johnston. These popular…
explore words discover worldsJerusalem Through the Ages
Join this fascinating conversation, we explore the historical, cultural and religious significance of one of the world’s oldest and most contested cities…
explore words discover worldsEdward Said: Orientalism Revisited
Join Professor Saeed Khan as he explores Orientalism as Said defined and described it and how it persists as a central component, explicitly or otherwise, in…
explore words discover worldsDocumenting Disaster
Join us for a compelling discussion on the ethics of documenting and reporting humanitarian crisis zones, exploring the fine line that journalists and…
explore words discover worldsHealing with the Qur’an: Depression and Anxiety
Join translator, Mahdi Lock, as he delves into Depression and Anxiety: The Causes and Treatment According to the Qur’an, promising an insightful exploration of…
explore words discover worldsOrwell's 1984: 75 Years On
Join us for a discussion about this book’s huge legacy and what George Orwell would think about the state of today’s world. Published in 1949, George Orwell’s…
explore words discover worldsKate Bottley in Conversation
The UK’s favourite vicar, Kate Bottley, returned to Bradford to share some life lessons.She’s sat on a lot of sofas, drank a lot of tea, and garnered a lot of…
explore words discover worldsLunch Bite: The Night Soil Men
Delve into the tumultuous origins and evolution of the Independent Labour Party, the working-class political movement born in Bradford in 1893. Through the…
explore words discover worldsPerilous Intimacies: Debating Hindu-Muslim Friendship
Join SherAli Tareen and co-panelists for a thought-provoking exploration of a complex and sensitive topic. SherAli Tareen’s fascinating new book, Perilous…
explore words discover worldsWritersMosaic: Remember Me
WritersMosaic and Colin Grant will be joined by three award-winning authors: Chitra Ramaswamy, Ingrid Persaud, and Nicholas Rankin. Discussing the idea of…
explore words discover worldsPaul Rogers: The Insecurity Trap
Join us for a crucial conversation with Professor Paul Rogers, one of the most forward-thinking analysts of our time, as he discusses his latest book, A…
explore words discover worldsWeaving the Future
In this heritage talk, you will explore how Britain’s textile industry is being reinvented for the 21st century. Using photographs taken over the past 120…
explore words discover worldsWorlds Within Words
We’ve brought together Lauren Beukes, author of bestselling novel, The Shining Girls, whose work straddles the speculative and literary, and celebrated crime…
explore words discover worldsThe Happy Nomad
Join local author, Charlotte Bradman, as she shares her remarkable story of breaking free from a turbulent past, mounting debts and the monotony of the…
explore words discover worldsBlake and Gibran: Poets of Prophetic Vision
A unique conversation as the Blake Society’s Stephen Pritchard and poet, John Siddique, explore the similarities between two hugely influential writers and…
explore words discover worldsS3:E13 A Somali Village in Colonial Bradford
In May 1904, the Great Exhibition in Lister Park showcased Bradford businesses, art and culture, and featured a standout exhibit: the Somali Village. Within…
explore words discover worldsS3 EP12: Ballots Across Borders, Election Year Across the World
With more than four billion people eligible to vote in an election in 2024, we delve into the electoral landscapes of India, the United States and the United…
explore words discover worldsS3 EP11: Legacies of the British Mandate in Palestine
Explore a crucial chapter in Middle Eastern history as we delve into the British Mandate in Palestine, which spanned from the collapse of the Ottoman Empire…
explore words discover worldsS3 EP10: Fixing France
Join journalist, Nabila Ramdani, as she discusses her new book, Fixing France: How to Repair a Broken Republic, charting the course of France’s Fifth Republic…
explore words discover worldsS3 EP9: Dave Gibbons and Tim Pilcher in Conversation
In this episode two of the biggest names in comics, Dave Gibbons and Tim Pilcher, discuss their fascinating careers and their book, Confabulation: An Anecdotal…
explore words discover worldsS3 EP8: The Making and Breaking of the Modern Middle East
In this episode, renowned experts Barnaby Rogerson and Eugene Rogan, and chair Aaqil Ahmed, take a deep dive into the watershed moments that helped make and…
explore words discover worldsS3 EP7: Russia 100 - From Stalin to Putin
2024 marks 100 years since a watershed moment in Russia’s history: the death of Vladimir Lenin, and the beginning of Joseph Stalin’s rise to power. In this…
explore words discover worldsS3 EP6: Sonnets and Sarnies
In this episode, enjoy dynamic poetry readings which explore some of the biggest issues in the world today, with poets Ralph Dartford, Tasneim Zyada, and Matt…
explore words discover worldsS3 EP5: Watergate - 50 Years On, The Scandal That Never Dies
In this episode, Professor Saeed Khan takes us back to the Watergate Scandal, exploring what it meant for the American Presidency, the legacy it has left, and…
explore words discover worldsS3 EP4: The Treatises of Imam al-Ghazali
In this episode, Shaykh Yahya Rhodus will guide us through Treatises of Imam al-Ghazali. This extensive book set explores the deep wisdom of Imam al-Ghazali, a…
explore words discover worldsS2 EP3: Plants of the Qur'an
In this episode, join Shahina A. Ghazanfar, author and botanist at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, and renowned scientific illustrator, Sue Wickison, as they…
explore words discover worldsS3 EP2: The Forgotten Crisis in Sudan
In this episode Jamal Mahjoub, Hamid Khalafallah, and Adela Suliman, discuss the current crisis in Sudan, a conflict which has resulted in a severe…
explore words discover worldsS3 EP1: Husam Zomlot in Conversation
In this episode, join us for a compelling discussion with Dr Husam Zomlot, Palestinian Ambassador to the UK, on the unfolding humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Dr…
explore words discover worldsS2 EP51: Understanding Emily Brontë
In this episode, explore what makes arguably the most enigmatic of Haworth’s famous literary siblings, Emily Brontë, such an attractive subject for filmmakers…
explore words discover worldsS2 EP50: State of the (Poetry) Nation
In this episode, poets Khadijah Ibrahiim and Karen McCarthy Woolf, discuss the state of poetry in the UK; highlighting key themes preoccupying poets today and…
explore words discover worldsS2 EP49: Algorithmic Realities
In this episode, our special guest Damian Bradfield, author of Algorithmic Reality, explores the state of the internet, the addictive effects of social media…