38 Episodes

  1. F. A. Hayek: Law, Legislation, and Liberty

    Published: 19/03/2025
  2. The History Of Ideas And Political Thought Reading Club Presents: Liberty Series, Hayek.

    Published: 18/03/2025
  3. The French Existentialists: Sartre, De Beauvoir, Camus

    Published: 05/03/2025
  4. The History Of Ideas & Political Thought Reading Club Presents: Liberty Series French Existentialism

    Published: 27/01/2025
  5. John Stuart Mill, Linchpin Between Classical and Modern Liberalism

    Published: 20/01/2025
  6. The History Of Ideas And Political Thought Reading Club Presents: Liberty Series: John Stuart Mill

    Published: 13/01/2025
  7. John Locke, Edmund Burke and Thomas Paine - The Quest for Liberty

    Published: 06/01/2025
  8. The History Of Ideas And Political Thought Reading Club Presents: Liberty Series, Locke & Paine.

    Published: 23/12/2024
  9. Rousseau's Social Contract and the Civic Religion

    Published: 15/12/2024
  10. The History Of Ideas And Political Thought Reading Club Presents: Liberty Series, Rousseau.

    Published: 08/12/2024
  11. Explorations - The Plinian Society and the Birth of Evolutionary Science in 19th-Century Edinburgh

    Published: 20/09/2024
  12. Academy to Arena - Rt Honourable Tom Brake (Lib Dem) on Constitutional Reform, Brexit and the Union

    Published: 23/06/2024
  13. Explorations - Science in the Age of Revolutions: the Context of Darwin.

    Published: 03/06/2024
  14. Beyond the Music - Henry Purcell's Dido and Aeneas and King Arthur

    Published: 26/05/2024
  15. Explorations - Transcribing the Bentham Project

    Published: 04/05/2024
  16. The Interviews - Rt Honourable Jesse Norman MP (Con) on "The Winding Stair": Dissecting Francis Bacon's Ambition and the Art of Historical Fiction

    Published: 17/03/2024
  17. The Interviews - Professor Ritchie Robertson on 'The Enlightenment and the Pursuit of Happiness'

    Published: 22/02/2024
  18. Thinkers: Shapers of Political Thought Edmund Burke and Thomas Paine Explored

    Published: 20/02/2024
  19. The Interviews - Professor Anthony Pagden on 'The Enlightenment and Why it Still Matters'.

    Published: 15/02/2024
  20. The Interviews - Professor Denis Lacorne on 'The Limits of Tolerance'

    Published: 10/02/2024

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Welcome to Beyond the Text, a podcast series dedicated to delving into intellectual history with depth and context. In a world saturated with quick takes, Beyond the Text goes the extra mile. Paying homage to Skinner's insights on the importance of context, this podcast unveils overlooked aspects of historical and intellectual narratives.Co-hosted by Samuel Woodall and Jack Thomson, Beyond the Text explores the profound impact of thought and ideas throughout human history—forces that have driven change, shaped societies, and sparked revolutions. Beyond the mere words on the page, this podcast unravels the layers surrounding pivotal concepts and moments. Each episode meticulously examines the connections, influences, and societal currents that contribute to their evolution.Join us on this journey to grasp the true significance of intellectual history. Whether you're an enthusiast, a curious mind, or someone intrigued by the myriad forces shaping our world, Beyond the Text provides a space for nuanced exploration. Tune in and venture beyond the surface to understand the rich tapestry of our intellectual heritage.Samuel Woodall is a PhD candidate in Intellectual History at the University of Buckingham. He previously earned an MLitt in Intellectual History from the University of St. Andrews and a BA (Hons) in History and Politics from the University of Exeter.Jack Thomson holds an MA in Philosophy from the University of Buckingham and brings a philosophical lens to the exploration of ideas, ensuring each discussion is both rigorous and thought-provoking.