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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. Explore the profound impact of thought and ideas throughout human history—forces that have driven change, shaped societies, and sparked revolutions. Beyond ...
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Academy to Arena - Rt Honourable Tom Brake (Lib Dem) on Constitutional Reform, Brexit and the Union
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This episode is from an interview with the society I founded in 2021, Progressive Britain. In this episode, we are honoured to welcome the Director of Unlock Democracy, and former Liberal Democrat Chief Whip, Tom Brake. 🚀 His think tank is advocating for constitutional reform to engage citizens and close the participation gap nationwide. 🇬🇧 Tom Bra…
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Explorations - Science in the Age of Revolutions: the Context of Darwin.
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Welcome to "Beyond the Text," the podcast that delves into the intersection of science, history, and society. Join your host, Samuel Woodall, as we explore the fascinating world of science during the age of revolutions, just after the Enlightenment. In this week's episode, we embark on an intellectual journey through the Linnaean Society, an organi…
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Beyond the Music - Henry Purcell's Dido and Aeneas and King Arthur
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Hello, esteemed music enthusiasts, and welcome to "Beyond the Music." I'm Samuel Woodall, your guide on this captivating journey through the life and works of the incomparable Henry Purcell. As an intellectual historian, I bring a unique perspective to our exploration, delving into the intricacies and brilliance of Purcell's musical legacy, politic…
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Explorations - Transcribing the Bentham Project
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🌟 Welcome, dear followers, to a new journey on "Beyond the Text"! 🌟 Today, we embark on a philosophical odyssey, exploring the pioneering ideas of Jeremy Bentham and the birth of Utilitarianism. We'll unravel the depths of Bentham's thought. But first, let's express our gratitude to Dr. Valerie Wallace for guiding us through this enlightening journ…
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The Interviews - Rt Honourable Jesse Norman MP (Con) on "The Winding Stair": Dissecting Francis Bacon's Ambition and the Art of Historical Fiction
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Join the ranks of history enthusiasts and literary connoisseurs as I, Samuel Woodall, sit down with the erudite Dr Jesse Norman, former Minister of State for Decarbonisation and Technology and author of "The Winding Stair." Step back in time to Elizabethan and Jacobean England, where the intense rivalry between Edward Coke and Francis Bacon unfolds…
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The Interviews - Professor Ritchie Robertson on 'The Enlightenment and the Pursuit of Happiness'
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Embark on a journey through the corridors of history as Ritchie Robertson, a distinguished scholar in German literature and intellectual history, unravels the complexities of the Enlightenment era in his seminal work "The Enlightenment and the Pursuit of Happiness 1680 to 1790." Our insightful conversation peels back the layers of this transformati…
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Thinkers: Shapers of Political Thought Edmund Burke and Thomas Paine Explored
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Embark on a profound intellectual odyssey with me, Samuel Woodall, as we navigate the epochal clash of Enlightenment giants Edmund Burke and Thomas Paine. Our cerebral expedition, enriched by the erudite insights of historian John Matthews, promises to leave you with a deeper understanding of the philosophies that underpin today's political discour…
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The Interviews - Professor Anthony Pagden on 'The Enlightenment and Why it Still Matters'.
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Welcome to Beyond the Text: The Interviews! In today's episode, we're privileged to host Professor Anthony Pagden, a distinguished scholar whose work on the Enlightenment sheds light on its relevance in our modern world. Professor Pagden's academic journey spans continents, from Oxford to Santiago, Chile, and prestigious institutions like King's Co…
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The Interviews - Professor Denis Lacorne on 'The Limits of Tolerance'
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Welcome to our latest episode of Beyond the Text: The Interviews Join us as we delve into a captivating discussion with esteemed guest Professor Denis Lacorne, author of The Limits of Tolerance. Together, we explore his profound research on tolerance, religious freedom, and secularism, traversing through historical contexts from the Enlightenment e…
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Welcome to Beyond the Text: Academy to Arena, where we explore how historical ideas shape our modern world. In this episode, we delve into the Enlightenment period, examining the impact of reason and rationality on today's society. Join us as we scrutinize the writings of John Locke and Immanuel Kant, questioning whether the Enlightenment truly fos…
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The Interviews - Professor Dominic Aquila on 'The Church and the Age of Enlightenment (1648-1848)'
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Welcome to our special series Beyond the Text: The Interviews. Delve into the rich tapestry of history with our exclusive interview featuring distinguished historian Dominic Aquila! In this special episode, we unravel the captivating narrative within his latest book, The Church and the Age of Enlightenment (1648-1848). Join us on a thought-provokin…
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Histories - The Enlightenment or the 'Age of Reason'
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Welcome to the first episode of the special series Histories on the Beyond the Text Podcast. Journey through the corridors of the Enlightenment, an epoch of profound transformation in thought and society. Delve into the roots, navigating the scholastic systems and encountering figures like James Ussher with curious theological propositions. Then, e…
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Explorations - Enlightenment, Encyclopédie and Ernst Cassirer
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Join me, Samuel Woodall, on Beyond the Text, where we unravel the Enlightenment's intricacies. From Descartes to Rousseau, and insights from scholars like Cassirer and Venturi, we explore reason's impact, philosophical debates, and the complex roots of the French Revolution. As we wrap up, key questions linger—how did reason shape society? How did …
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Academy to Arena - Rt Honourable Hillary Benn MP (Lab): Brexit, COVID-19 and Education
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Welcome to the Beyond the Text special series Academy to Arena. In our second episode, we dive into a compelling 'In Discussion' event I ran during my presidency of a group called Progressive Britain, featuring the Labour Party's Rt Honourable Hillary Benn MP. With seven years as Secretary of State and four Shadow Secretary positions, Mr. Benn shar…
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Academy to Arena - 19th Century Cornwall: Popular Protest, Religion and the Path to Brexit
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Welcome to the debut episode of Academy to Arena, a captivating podcast within the Beyond the Text series. Join me as we delve into the dynamic intersection of political theory and real-world battles, exploring how ideas can transform into impactful change. In this episode, we embark on a fascinating journey through a paper presented at the Univers…
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Explorations - Natural Law and Natural Rights
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Embark on an illuminating intellectual journey as we traverse the captivating landscapes of Natural Law and Natural Rights in this compelling podcast episode. Join us on Beyond the Text as we delve into the profound philosophies of two influential thinkers, Samuel von Pufendorf and Francis Hutcheson. Together, we unravel the complexities of societa…
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Explorations - Resistance and Reformation
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Embark on a historical odyssey as we unveil the tumultuous Reformation era in our latest Beyond the Text episode – 'Resistance and Reformation'. In Part 1, we delve into the bold acts of Magisterial and Radical Reformers that paved the way for the development of resistance theory. Explore the historical landscape where ideas took root and resistanc…
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The Interviews - Saviël ter Hart on 'How Should Moral Ideas be Formed?'
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Welcome, listeners, to a special episode of Beyond the Text. Today, we are honored to sit down with Saviël ter Hart, a first-class BA Hons graduate in History and Politics from the University of Exeter, currently mastering in International Relations at IBEI in Barcelona. In this exclusive interview, Saviël guides us through the intricate landscape …
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Explorations - Meddling with the Medieval
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Uncover the minds of the medieval era in this week's episode of Beyond the Text. Embark on an epic journey through time as we explore the brilliance of medieval scholars. Augustine and Aquinas, our intellectual heroes, seamlessly bridged ancient wisdom with Christian thought. From City of God to Summa Theologica, witness how they shaped medieval ph…
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Thinkers - Jean-Jacques Rousseau: Pt. 4, The Social Contract & Emile
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Join us for the concluding segment of our exploration into the profound ideas of Jean-Jacques Rousseau on Beyond the Text: Thinkers. In this episode, we'll delve into two of Rousseau's most influential works – The Social Contract and Emile, or On Education. In The Social Contract, Rousseau challenges us to scrutinize the role of modern states in ou…
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Thinkers - Jean-Jacques Rousseau: Pt. 3, Discourse on Inequality
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Welcome to Beyond the Text: Thinkers, where we delve deep into philosophical ideas. In this episode, we explore Jean-Jacques Rousseau's Second Discourse and his Discourse on Inequality. In the first part, we examine the allure and perils of freedom, cautioning against its unbridled pursuit as Rousseau likens it to intoxicating elements. Explore his…
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Thinkers - Jean-Jacques Rousseau: Pt. 2, Discourse on the Arts and Sciences
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Welcome to Beyond the Text: Thinkers, a special edition hosted by Samuel Woodall, offering a unique exploration of intellectual history. In this episode, we dive into the profound ideas presented in Rousseau's First Discourse, challenging prevailing Enlightenment beliefs. Rousseau's critical perspective on the 'Age of Reason' questions the authenti…
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Thinkers - Jean-Jacques Rousseau: Pt. 1, Characteristics, Contracts & Confessions
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Welcome to Beyond the Text: Thinkers. Join us today as we embark on the first part of our journey through the (counter-)Enlightenment philosophy of Jean-Jacques Rousseau. In "Rousseau Part 1: Characteristics, Contracts & Confessions," we delve into Rousseau's profound influence on political philosophy, the Romantic movement, and modern democracy. E…
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Explorations - All the Classics: Part 2, Confucius (Kong Fuzi) & the Axial Age
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Welcome to Episode 3, Part 2 of Beyond the Text, where we embark on a captivating journey through the annals of history and philosophy. In this installment, we delve into the profound wisdom of Confucius as revealed in his "Analects." Join me as we explore the timeless insights of Confucius, unraveling the layers of virtue, morality, and the import…
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Explorations - All the Classics: Part 1, Platonic Thought
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Welcome to Beyond the Text! Join your host, Samuel Woodall, for an enriching exploration of the classics in part one of "All the Classics." In this episode, we delve into the timeless wisdom of Plato, dissecting 'Crito' and 'The Republic,' Book One. Embark on a journey through contractarianism, justice, and the pursuit of the "good life," unravelin…
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Explorations - Interpreting the Past: Skinner and Foucault
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Welcome to Beyond the Text Episode 2, where we dive deep into the fascinating realm of intellectual history! Join me as we unravel the distinct approaches of Quentin Skinner and Michel Foucault, two luminaries who have reshaped our understanding of the past. Skinner's genealogical approach takes us on a journey through historical origins and the ev…
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Explorations - By the Book: The Rules of Intellectual History
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Welcome to Beyond the Text, where intellectual history comes alive! In our inaugural episode, we delve into the core principles of this captivating field. Join us as we pay homage to the insightful teachings of Professor Richard Whatmore and embark on a journey into the renowned 'Cambridge School' of intellectual history. In this episode, we highli…
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This podcast series, Beyond the Text, is dedicated to exploring intellectual history in a thoughtful and context-rich manner. In a world inundated with quick takes and sound bites, Beyond the Text seeks to dive deeper. Named in homage to Skinner’s insights on the importance of context in understanding thought and ideas, this podcast aims to do just…
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