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Bradford Literature Festival

Expand your horizons with "explore words discover worlds", the podcast that brings the world of Bradford Literature Festival to your ears. From the classics to the cutting edge, we"ll introduce you to the most exciting and thought-provoking authors, poets, and thinkers.

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70:31

Syria in Transition: What Comes Next?

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2026/01/28

More than a decade of war has reshaped Syria and the wider region. With Bashar al-Assad no longer in power and a fragile transitional government now in place under President Ahmed al-Sharaa, the country stands at a historic turning point. This panel brings together leading experts to explore what the future holds for Syria: from rebuilding institutions and seeking justice to managing sectarian tensions, regional influence, and refugee return. As Syria re-emerges on the international stage, what

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50:05

The European Genocide: Remembering Srebrenica

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2026/01/21

In July 1995, over 8,000 Bosniak Muslim men and boys were murdered in Srebrenica — the worst atrocity on European soil since the Second World War. This event explores how genocide unfolded in the heart of Europe, the silence that enabled it, and the urgent need to remember. Through testimony, history, and reflection, we examine the legacy of Srebrenica: from international failure and justice efforts to rising nationalism and denial today.  As anti-Muslim rhetoric resurfaces across Europe,

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54:54

Paul Rogers: The World in 2030

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2026/01/14

With war in the Middle East, Donald Trump’s return to the White House, and a new Labour government in the UK, 2025 has brought dramatic political shifts. These come alongside rising climate urgency, widening global inequality, and disruptive advances in AI and biotechnology. In this timely talk, Professor Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies, explores the key trends shaping our world. Drawing on decades of expertise in international security, he considers the challenges and

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65:49

The Day That Changed Britain, Twenty Years Since 7.7

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2026/01/07

The 7/7 attacks were a defining moment in modern British history — shaping public policy, media narratives, and how communities experience the state. Two decades on, the effects are still unfolding. In this event, we will discuss how counterterrorism laws and surveillance reshaped civil liberties, the impact on British Muslim identity, trust, and belonging, and how the framing of 7/7 continues to shape the way Islam is spoken about in public life. As Islamophobia intensified and far-right

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55:55

Future Worlds Prize: Crafting Otherworlds

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2025/12/31

Join two exciting voices in speculative fiction, M. H. Ayinde and Marve Anson, as they delve into the craft of worldbuilding – from creating magic systems and futuristic technology to developing languages and rich cultural traditions. Chaired by writer and journalist, Sarah Shaffi, this conversation explores how authors shape vivid fictional worlds that captivate readers and reflect real-world complexities. M. H. Ayinde, winner of the 2021 Future Worlds Prize, is the author of A Song of Legends

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49:41

The Food Our Grandmothers Knew

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2025/12/24

Why did our grandmothers stir turmeric into hot milk at bedtime? Why did they eat with their hands, or instinctively pair yoghurt with rice on a hot day? In this rich and reflective talk, culinary storyteller and author Radhika Howarth explores the intuitive food wisdom passed down through generations – and what it still has to teach us today. Drawing on her background in food and nutrition, Radhika brings gentle authority to the everyday knowledge once shared around family tables. From seasonal

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53:36

Beyond the Headlines: Understanding the Crisis in Sudan

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2025/12/17

Sudan is facing one of the world’s most devastating — and least reported — crises. Since April 2023, brutal conflict between rival military factions has torn the country apart, displacing millions and unleashing a humanitarian catastrophe.  In this urgent and illuminating panel, we explore the roots of the conflict, the toll on civilians, and the silence surrounding Sudan’s collapse. What led to this war? Why has the international response been so limited? And what hope remains for peace, justice,

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66:49

Freedom of Expression: Who Gets to Speak?

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2025/12/10

What does freedom of expression mean in 2025? From hate speech and identity politics to digital censorship and protest bans, the boundaries of free speech are more contested than ever. This timely event explores the forces shaping public debate today: the line between speech and harm, the influence of tech platforms, and how power and privilege shape who gets heard.  Join our panel as they ask: Are our freedoms under threat? Who decides what can be said – and what must be silenced? And how do we

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68:17

The World Today 2025

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2025/12/03

Professor Paul Rogers returns to lead a panel of expert commentators in our annual current affairs event, offering a 360-degree view of the most urgent issues shaping the world in 2025. From ongoing conflict and humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, to escalating tensions in the Red Sea and South China Sea, and the global impact of Trump’s return to office, this year’s conversation couldn’t be more timely. With instability rising and elections reshaping political landscapes worldwide, our panel brings

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69:27

Islamophobia Now: Power, Prejudice and Resistance

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2025/11/26

Islamophobia isn’t just a slur or a spike in hate crime — it’s a system. From counterterrorism policy and surveillance to media narratives and foreign wars, Muslims are routinely positioned as threats. This panel examines how Islamophobia is being mobilised today in the UK and across the globe. Who gains from it, and how is it being challenged? What does it take to confront it at its roots — not just in rhetoric, but in power structures?  In an age of rising nationalism and global instability, is

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56:14

Qur'anic Themes and Parables

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2025/11/19

Shaykh Dr Ahmed Saad Al-Azhari joins us to launch Parables from the Qur’an, the much-anticipated follow-up to Contemplating the Qur’an. This talk offers a unique opportunity to delve into the thematic depth and metaphorical beauty of the Qur’an, drawing on classical scholarship and contemporary insight. While Contemplating the Qur’an provides a concise, accessible commentary across the thirty parts (juz’) of the Qur’an, Parables from the Qur’an explores its rich use of metaphor and allegory,

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42:47

The Future of Europe: Power, Politics and the New...

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2025/11/12

The war in Ukraine has reshaped Europe — and the ripple effects are still unfolding. With Russia on the offensive, the far right gaining ground, and Trump’s return to the global stage, Europe faces urgent questions about its identity, unity, and future. Will the continent stand firm as a force for democracy and stability, or splinter under pressure? What role can Europe play in a world increasingly shaped by nationalism and conflict? This timely event explores the power struggles, political

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53:31

Haunted Histories: Magic, Memory and the Supernatural...

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2025/11/05

What happens when myth and magic collide with history? In this spellbinding event, authors Shubnum Khan (The Djinn Waits a Hundred Years) and Genevieve Cogman (Damned) explore the power of fantasy to reshape the past and reimagine the present. From an ancient djinn stirring in a ruined South African mansion to a vampiric plot unravelling in revolutionary England, both writers use the supernatural to confront buried stories, collective memory, and untold grief. Join them for a rich conversation on

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54:15

Shattered Lands: Five Partitions and the Making of...

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2025/10/29

Join historian and filmmaker Sam Dalrymple and Samia Rahman for an illuminating discussion on his debut book, Shattered Lands. Drawing from extensive archival research and multilingual oral histories, Dalrymple examines five pivotal partitions, including those of India, Burma, and Palestine, that dismantled the British Indian Empire and reshaped modern Asia. Through personal narratives and political analysis, he reveals how these divisions led to enduring conflicts, mass migrations, and the

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66:52

The Rise of the Far Right: What is at stake for the West

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2025/10/22

Across the West, far right movements are gaining ground — not just at the margins, but in the mainstream. From fiery rhetoric to policy influence, they’re reshaping the way we talk about identity, belonging, and power. What’s fuelling this rise, and why now?  Join us for a timely and urgent discussion as our experts explore the deeper forces at play — from economic anxiety and online radicalisation to political polarisation and cultural backlash.  In this discussion we consider what this could mean

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58:43

Gods, Guns and Missionaries: The Making of Modern...

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2025/10/15

Join historian and author, Manu S. Pillai and Saeed Khan, for an illuminating talk on his latest book, Gods, Guns and Missionaries. Drawing on rich historical research, Pillai explores the complex interplay of religion, colonial power, and armed conflict in shaping the Indian subcontinent’s past. Through compelling narratives, he reveals how faith, force, and imperial ambition intertwined to influence culture, politics, and society.

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49:45

From Civilisation to Civil War: A History of Syria

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2025/10/08

For millennia, Syria has stood at the heart of global history — from the Bronze Age cities of Ebla and Ugarit to Roman Antioch and Umayyad Damascus. A land of prophets, poets, and empires, it was shaped by Persian, Greek, Roman, Islamic, and Ottoman rule. This talk explores Syria’s extraordinary past: a centre of faith, culture, and commerce where civilisations met and ideas flourished. As we trace its path through colonialism and independence to the early years of the Assad regime, we uncover the

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54:42

The Roma: A Travelling History

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2025/10/01

Join writer and researcher Madeline Potter for a deeply personal and timely conversation about her acclaimed book The Roma, a powerful portrait of Europe’s Romani communities, past and present. Blending memoir, reportage, and historical investigation, Potter sheds new light on a people too often excluded from mainstream narratives. From artists and boxers to survivors of persecution and injustice, The Roma uncovers extraordinary lives, and challenges the stereotypes and prejudices that continue to

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50:30

Crimea: Conflict, Conquest and Consequence

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2025/09/24

Long before it became a flashpoint in today’s geopolitics, Crimea was the site of one of the 19th century’s most consequential wars. This event revisits the Crimean War — a clash of empires, religion, and ambition that saw Britain and the Ottoman Empire allied against an expansionist Russia. While Florence Nightingale and the Charge of the Light Brigade remain in public memory, the war’s deeper geopolitical legacy is often forgotten. What does this earlier conflict reveal about imperial rivalry,

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87:51

Al-Qaswa - the beloved she-camel of the Prophet Muhammad

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2025/09/17

Professor Abdullah Alkadi shares the remarkable story of Al-Qaswāʾ, the beloved she-camel of the Prophet Muhammad. ﷺ Faithfully accompanying the Prophet across the Hijaz, the western region of the Arabian Peninsula, Al-Qaswāʾ is mentioned numerous times in hadith literature, from the Hijrah to the Farewell Hajj. Joining Professor Alkadi for an engaging discussion is Shaykh Hamza Yusuf, President of Zaytuna College, California. Together, they will explore the Islamic emphasis on compassion, care, and

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