Blackwell Online Podcasts

Gary Marcus discusses his new title 'Kluge' which looks at the evolution of the human mind and the problems this presents for us in today's modern world.

Misha Glenny, discusses the new world of international organised crime from the failing war on drugs to the latest threat of cyber crime.

Frances Wilson answers questions on her book 'The Ballad of Dorothy Wordsworth', which looks at the life of the English author and poet.

Dr De Bono, world authority in the field of creative thinking and father of lateral thinking, explains his philosophies and concepts for more productive and valuable thinking methods.

Frank Close, Professor of Physics at Oxford, discusses his new book Antimatter.

Rose Shapiro scrutinises alternative medicines such as homeopathy and acupuncture.

Alex Ross, music critic of the New Yorker, speaks about the links between music and history in his book 'The Rest is Noise'.

Tom Holland discusses his latest book 'Millennium' and looks at significant events that took place in the year 1000.

Kate Williams talks about her book 'Becoming Queen' and describes the struggles of the British monarchy in the 19th century.

Ruth Richardson, author of 'The Making of Mr Gray's Anatomy', discusses how the most famous medical book in history came to be.

Man Booker winner Aravind Adiga fields questions on his triumphant book 'The White Tiger'.

Jan Zalasiewicz looks at the earth 100 million years from now and asks what traces of human civilisation may be left behind.

Philip Hoare discusses his passion for whales as he looks to uncover the true nature of the magnificent creatures.

Norman Housley talks about his book 'Fighting for the Cross' and describes what it was like to take part in the Crusades.