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The Man on the Fourth Plinth

Clive James celebrates the honouring of Sir Keith Park with a statue in Trafalgar Square.

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Blog de Jour

Clive James reflects on the revelation of the identity of Belle de Jour.

• 10 mins

Spirit of the Game

Clive James reflects on the spirit in which sport is played.

• 10 mins

Impact

Clive James warns of the dangers of a new plan for calculating funding for universities.

• 10 mins

Hermie's Ghost

Clive James reflects on the media coverage of man-made global warming.

• 10 mins

Clive James: Option Swamp

Clive James vents his frustration at automated customer systems.

• 10 mins

Talking About Their Generation

Clive James reflects on the human condition and the need for liberal democracy to spread.

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01/01/2010

A weekly reflection on a topical issue from Lisa Jardine.

• 10 mins

08/01/2010

Lisa Jardine welcomes the advent of electronic books but retains her passion for print.

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15/01/2010

Lisa Jardine on the challenge of delivering the right level of supplies for public use.

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22/01/2010

Lisa Jardine on the importance of science education for national prosperity.

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29/01/2010

Lisa Jardine on the reputations of US presidents during and after their time in office.

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05/02/2010

Lisa Jardine on the need for climate scientists to take care when they inform and persuade

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12/02/2010

Lisa Jardine reflects on the power of music and the value of musical education.

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19/02/2010

Lisa Jardine reflects on the art and dangers of writing secret missives.

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05/03/2010

Lisa Jardine reflects on the valuable example of the chemist Dorothy Hodgkin.

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Lisa Jardine: The Power of Memory

As a tribute to the late Lisa Jardine, another chance to hear her reflections on memory.

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12/03/2010

Simon Schama reflects that when times are hard people seem to prefer tough leaders.

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19/03/2010

Simon Schama looks forward to spring with personal reflections on the changing seasons.

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At the heart of the matter

Simon Schama reflects on the politics surrounding President Obama's healthcare reforms.

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02/04/2010

Simon Schama reflects on the history of political rhetoric and televised debates.

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09/04/2010

Simon Schama celebrates New Zealand's history and regrets talk of joining with Australia.

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A welcome slice of American pie

Simon Schama reflects on eating habits in America and a growing enthusiasm for good food.

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The drama of politics

Simon Schama reflects on the timeless drama of British politics.

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When money is just an illusion

Simon Schama reflects on the meaning of money as represented by coins and notes and in art

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Hearts of Oak

Simon Schama reflects on the power and symbolism of the oak tree in British history.

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Britain's New Politics

Simon Schama reflects on the political dramas in Britain following the general election.

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Coalitions Then and Now

David Cannadine reflects on Britain's forgotten history of coalition government.

• 10 mins

Volcano Power

David Cannadine reflects on the power of volcanoes and our fascination with Pompeii.

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The Meaning of Memorial Day

David Cannadine reflects on the history and traditions of America's Memorial Day.

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