Pen Vogler, acclaimed food historian, discusses the history of British food and how staples like bread and beer have reflected the class system. The podcast explores the impact of events like the plague, the significance of communal feasting, and the history of food imports and food insecurity in Britain.

"Intelligence Squared" features guests Naomi Klein, Mehdi Hasan, and Mustafa Suleyman. They discuss topics like conspiracy theories, the impact of misinformation, winning arguments, Saudi Arabia's human rights record, importance of interviews, conceding points, and the AI revolution's implications.

Adam Grant and Andrew McAfee discuss unlocking potential through investing in cognitive and character skills, emulating success, the meaning of 'geek', being a maverick, overcoming tribalism, and the influence of social effects on our actions.

Arun Kundnani, a writer on race, culture, and empire, discusses the inefficiency of the liberal tradition of anti-racism and the importance of addressing systemic structures. The podcast explores the racial division of labor driven by neoliberalism and corporate exploitation, as well as its impact on individualism and collective action. It emphasizes the need for organized collective action to challenge systemic structures rooted in racial capitalism and discusses the intertwining issues of racism, immigration, and neoliberalism.

This podcast explores the power of poetry to heal and inspire. It discusses the origin of the Poetry Pharmacy, personal experiences of prescribing poems, and the impact of small acts of kindness. The hosts also delve into the importance of meaningful relationships, the challenge of perfectionism, and the role of poetry in processing emotions. They reflect on the success of the Poetry Pharmacy, the influence of the pandemic on poetry, and bid farewell to the retiring producer.

Louis Theroux, a documentary maker and broadcaster, has a very open conversation discussing his approach to filmmaking, career shaping, thoughts on money and fame. He emphasizes the importance of conversations, being real and genuine. They explore discussing money in different cultures and the art of being a better listener.

Journalist Samira Ahmed speaks with poet, writer, and activist Benjamin Zephaniah about his journey from troubled youth to celebrated poet, the topic of violence in Caribbean households, childhood memories of expressing the desire to be a poet, the importance of the speaker's mother in their journey, and challenging the system and changing paths.

Michael Pollan, author of 'How To Change Your Mind,' talks with Xand Van Tulleken about the science of psychedelics. They discuss the therapeutic potential of psychedelics in confronting death, their medical and therapeutic use, personal growth experiences, the power of psychedelics and music, and contemplating the existence of consciousness outside the mind.

Harvard sociologist Michele Lamont and Sophie McBain discuss the importance of social recognition and redefining worth in a divided world. They explore the impact of inequality, everyday experiences of racism, and the power of poetry. They also touch on the American dream, criticism of identity politics, and building an inclusive society.

Tech journalist Taylor Lorenz discusses the evolution of social media and the creator economy from the early 2000s to the present day. They explore the impact of social media on media, politics, and the economy, as well as the appeal of having an audience and the rise of influencers. They also highlight the role of reality TV and internet celebrity in redefining fame and the positive aspects of the creator economy in providing opportunities for marginalized individuals.