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Melvyn Bragg, host of 'In Our Time', talks to Mishal Husain about the evolution of the podcast show, the depth and research involved, and the challenges facing the BBC. They discuss the importance of producing top-quality programs, attracting diverse audiences, and express enthusiasm for the future of 'In Our Time'.
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- 'In Our Time' evolved into an encyclopedic exploration of various topics, bringing together three speakers with differing opinions who engage in polite disagreements.
- 'In Our Time' has an international following and continues to produce valuable and varied programming, despite challenges faced by the BBC.
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The Birth of 'In Our Time'
Melvyn Bragg talks about how he came to present 'In Our Time' in 1998. He initially took on the Thursday morning 'death slot' and gradually developed the format and structure. Bragg wanted to focus on one subject per episode and tapped into the wealth of knowledge possessed by academics. He aimed to bring together three speakers with differing opinions who could engage in polite disagreements. The program evolved into an encyclopedic exploration of various topics across history, science, philosophy, religion, and geography.
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