Undercurrent Stories
Discovering the hidden depths of the people and world around us.
Documentary interview show with an eclectic mix of people and subjects including: history, music, philosophy, the outdoors, wildlife, food and drink, sport, personal achievements, spirituality and many more.
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Episodes
184 episodes
Robin Dunbar - How Religion Evolved: Empires, Power & the Future of Belief (Part 3)
How has religion shaped civilizations — and where is belief heading next?In the final episode, Professor Robin Dunbar examines how religion helped build societies, fueled conflict, responded to crisis, and continues to influence t...
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Robin Dunbar - How Religion Evolved: Ritual, Bonding & Community (Part 2)
Why does religion bring people together?In Part Two of this three part mini-series on the history of religion, Professor Robin Dunbar explores how rituals like singing, prayer, music, and shared worship strengthen social bonds and...
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Robin Dunbar - How Religion Evolved: Evolution, Language & the Human Mind (Part 1)
Where did religion come from — and why did humans start believing?In Part One of this three-part mini-series, evolutionary psychologist Professor Robin Dunbar explores how religion may have emerged from early human cognitio...
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Growing Up Jewish and Arab in Colombia: Sonia Daccarett
In this episode , we speak with author Sonia Daccarret about her memoir The Roots of a Guava Tree — a de...
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England's Tales of the Council House Kid: Francis Dunnery
In this episode, I’m joined by musician and songwriter Francis Dunnery for a wide-ranging and deeply personal conversation. Francis Dunnery is best known as the lead singer and guitarist for the British prog-pop band It Bites. After...
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Why Sound Helps You Relax When Nothing Else Does: Cherub Sanson
What if sound could help you switch off, slow down, and reset your nervous system?In this episode of Undercurrent Stories, I'm joined by
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How to Listen to Animals: What They’re Really Trying to Tell Us: Amelia Thomas
How to Listen to Animals: What They’re Really Trying to Tell Us: Amelia ThomasIn this episode of Undercurrent Stories, host Bob Wells explores animal communication, listening to animals, and the lost ...
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Understanding the Irish Troubles: Dr Thomas Leahy. (Ep.3)
What happens when a world war collides with centuries of unresolved tension?In the final episode of our mini-series on the Irish Troubles, Dr Thomas Leahy guides us from the outbreak of the First World War through to the con...
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Understanding The Irish Troubles: Dr Thomas Leahy. (Ep.2)
How did centuries of history shape the Irish Troubles?In this second episode about the history of 'The Troubles' Dr Thomas Leahy traces the roots of the conflict from the 17th century to the eve of the First World War. From Cromwe...
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Understanding the Irish Troubles: Dr Thomas Leahy. (Ep.1)
In today’s episode, (the first of 3), we take a deep dive into one of the most defining and emotionally charged chapters of modern British and Irish history — the Troubles. With the anniversary of the Downing Street Declaration<...
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How The English Language Will Never Be The Same Again: Anne Curzan
Why is English always changing—and why does that change so often make us uneasy? In this fascinating conversation, we're joined by linguist, author, and University of Michigan Dean Professor Anne Curzan to explore how English evolves, wh...
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The Houses of Guinness - Unseen, Unheard, Until Now: Adrian Tinniswood
'Beer built the fortune but the stories and legacy that the Guinness's left behind are far richer.'Most people know the beer few know the people or the houses. Join me in conversation with historian, Adrian Tinniswood as he takes us on a...
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How To Get Lucky: Judd Kessler
Have you ever wondered why some people always seem to get the best opportunities — the ideal job, the perfect house, or even a place for the kids in the school everyone wants — while others, just as qualified, miss out?It’s tempting to c...
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Is Civilisation About to Collapse? Luke Kemp
Today, on Undercurrent Stories, we turn our attention to the grand sweep of human history — from the hunter-gatherers of the Paleolithic to the great empires of Egypt and Rome, and onward to our interconnected, fragile world of today.<...
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How Good is Your Weather Forecast, Really? Thomas Weber
For centuries, humans have looked to the sky in search of signs. Today, our tools are satellites and data models rather than clouds and folklore. In this episode, we hear from Thomas Weber about the people and technology transformi...
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The Day the Ground Spoke: Following the Longest Dinosaur Footprints Ever Found with Armin Schmitt
Paleontologist and author Armin Schmitt returns to the show where we explore two remarkable dinosaur discoveries that are reshaping what we know about life millions of years ago.From the longest dinosaur trackway ever uncovered...
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History of Everything from the Big Bang to You: Tim Coulson
In this episode, we explore the the biggest question of all: How did we get here? Joining me is Professor Tim Coulson, biologist and zoologist at the University of Oxford and author of
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The Human League, Heaven 17 and the Power of Sound: Martyn Ware
In this episode I'm delighted to welcome musician, producer and sound pioneer Martyn Ware to the show.Martyn takes us back to his Sheffield roots and shares how the experimental beginnings of The Human League led to the formation ...
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Bill Tancred: Olympic Athlete, British Discus 25 Year Record Holder & Academic
Today we have a really special guest with us. An international athlete, he competed in the 1968 and 1972 Summer Olympics in the discus and won bronze and silver medals in successive Commonwealth games from 1970 to 1974. He was the British...
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Good Vibrations - Unlocking the Healing Power of Music: Stefan Koelsch
In this enlightening episode, we delve into the profound impact of music on the human brain. Join us as we explore how melodies and rhythms can evoke emotions, enhance mental health, and serve as a powerful therapeutic tool. With in...
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Heroes, Villains, and Everything In Between: Steve Carroll.
Today I’m joined by returning guest Steve Carroll — artist, lecturer, and author of the Diaspora science fiction series.In this episode, Steve opens up about the creative process behind his writing, and we dive deep into ...
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The Untold Stories of Tudor Women with Author Tony Riches
Acclaimed historical fiction author Tony Riches returns to Undercurrent Stories to discuss his latest Tudor novels, Bess: Tudor Gentlewoman and Frances: Tudor Countess. We explore the hidden influence of ...
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Why Some Teams Fly and Others Fall Apart: Dr Colin Fisher
In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Colin Fisher, author of the book T...
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Calling all the Guitar Heroes: Finding Your True Voice with Quint Starkie
Singer-songwriter, guitarist and producer Quint Starkie joins us from his UK tour to talk about music, meaning, and finding his true voice. From growing up in Lancashire to playing ...
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The Secrets to Making Hit Records: A Masterclass with Stephen Lipson
Have you ever wondered what it really takes to produce a classic hit? Or what goes through a producer’s mind when they're building a song from the ground up—or tearing it down to start again? Here to help us understand that...
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