Series of annual radio lectures on significant contemporary issues, delivered by leading figures from the relevant fields
Onora O'Neill examines how transparency and trust are related.
Onora O'Neill asks how we decide when to trust those who inform us about the wider world.
Professor Ramachandran discusses the functionality of the brain in relation to neurology.
Professor Ramachandran examines how we 'see' and become conscious of our surroundings.
Professor Ramachandran examines the meaning of art from a neurological perspective.
Professor Ramachandran examines the phenomenon of synesthesia.
Professor Ramachandran explores how neuroscience alters man's understanding of himself.
Wole Soyinka considers the nature of fear and its impact on individuals and society.
Wole Soyinka examines the difficulties in telling friend from foe in a climate of fear.
In his third lecture, Wole Soyinka examines the power of political and religious rhetoric.
Wole Soyinka explores the notion of dignity within a climate of fear.
In his final Reith Lecture, Wole Soyinka examines the causes and impact of fanaticism.
Lord Broers sets out his belief that technology will hold the key to the future.
In his second Reith Lecture, Lord Broers explores the origins of modern technologies.
Does modern innovation demand new approaches to product development?
Lord Broers explores the origins and impact of nanotechnology.
In his final lecture, Lord Broers explores the responsibilities of the technologist.
Musician and conductor Daniel Barenboim examines the physical phenomenon of sound.
Daniel Barenboim examines what he calls 'the neglected sense'; the ear.
Daniel Barenboim argues that classical music can and should be accessible to all.
Daniel Barenboim examines how music has the power to bring people together.
Daniel Barenboim considers the difference between power and strength in music and in life.
Jeffrey Sachs delivers the first of five lectures, recorded at The Royal Society in London
Sachs discusses China's emergence as an economic superpower and the effect on climate.