成人快手

Simon Heffer and Cambridge University historian Corin Throsby join Matthew Sweet for a conversation about the writings and ideas of the nineteenth century novelist and historian Charles Kingsley as Free Thinking begins a series of discussions involving academics who have been Radio 3's New Generation Thinkers. The scheme launched in 2010 in partnership with the Arts and Humanities Research Council and looks for academics who want to share their research with radio audiences.

Water Babies: A New Musical Adventure runs at Curve, Leicester April 24th - May 17th

Edward St Aubyn drew on his own life in his Patrick Melrose Novels and co-wrote the screenplay for the film version of Mother's Milk. His new book - called Lost For Words - depicts writers jostling for the Elysian Prize. He discusses literary satire with Matthew Sweet.

Documentary maker and actress Sally McLean marks today's anniversary of Roger Bannister's 4 minute mile. Her current film project - A Life Unexpected - profiles the Viennese running coach Franz Stampfl.

Producer: Fiona McLean.