38 Episodes

  1. Academy to Arena - The Tyranny of Reason

    Published: 06/02/2024

  2. The Interviews - Professor Dominic Aquila on 'The Church and the Age of Enlightenment (1648-1848)'

    Published: 30/01/2024

  3. Histories - The Enlightenment or the 'Age of Reason'

    Published: 29/01/2024

  4. Explorations - Enlightenment, Encyclopédie and Ernst Cassirer

    Published: 22/01/2024

  5. Academy to Arena - Rt Honourable Hillary Benn MP (Lab): Brexit, COVID-19 and Education

    Published: 20/12/2023

  6. Academy to Arena - 19th Century Cornwall: Popular Protest, Religion and the Path to Brexit

    Published: 19/12/2023

  7. Explorations - Natural Law and Natural Rights

    Published: 17/12/2023

  8. Explorations - Resistance and Reformation

    Published: 09/12/2023

  9. The Interviews - Saviël ter Hart on 'How Should Moral Ideas be Formed?'

    Published: 10/11/2023

  10. Explorations - Meddling with the Medieval

    Published: 28/10/2023

  11. Thinkers - Jean-Jacques Rousseau: Pt. 4, The Social Contract & Emile

    Published: 19/10/2023

  12. Thinkers - Jean-Jacques Rousseau: Pt. 3, Discourse on Inequality

    Published: 17/10/2023

  13. Thinkers - Jean-Jacques Rousseau: Pt. 2, Discourse on the Arts and Sciences

    Published: 09/10/2023

  14. Thinkers - Jean-Jacques Rousseau: Pt. 1, Characteristics, Contracts & Confessions

    Published: 07/10/2023

  15. Explorations - All the Classics: Part 2, Confucius (Kong Fuzi) & the Axial Age

    Published: 02/10/2023

  16. Explorations - All the Classics: Part 1, Platonic Thought

    Published: 19/09/2023

  17. Explorations - Interpreting the Past: Skinner and Foucault

    Published: 09/09/2023

  18. Explorations - By the Book: The Rules of Intellectual History

    Published: 28/08/2023

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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.