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Want to know more about the authors behind your favourite books? Tune in to discover the methods of – and inspiration behind – some of the world’s most exciting writers. Every Saturday, Georgina Godwin hosts an in-depth discussion with the person behind the prose. 

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AC Grayling
AC Grayling is a prominent British philosopher, author, and academic known for his work in philosophy and his contributions to public discourse on social issues. He has written extensively on topics such as ethics, human rights, and the philosophy of education. Grayling is the founder of the New College of the Humanities in London and has published numerous books, including 'Discriminations: Making Peace in the Culture Wars', where he argues that discrimination is fundamentally a human rights issue. His insights draw from decades of experience in academia and his commitment to promoting rational discourse in society.
Rachel Shabi
Rachel Shabi is an award-winning journalist known for her insightful reporting on the Middle East, particularly the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. She has contributed to major publications such as 'The Times', 'The Guardian', and Al Jazeera English. Shabi is also the author of 'Off White: The Truth About Antisemitism', a book that explores the complexities of antisemitism and the importance of understanding it in contemporary society. Her work often addresses themes of identity and historical context.
Stephen May
Stephen May is an accomplished author known for his ability to reimagine the lives of historical figures. His latest novel, 'Green Ink', delves into the mysterious disappearance of Victor Grayson, a former socialist MP. May has a strong background in literature and is also involved with Arts Council England, where he contributes to the promotion and support of the arts.
Natasha Brown
Natasha Brown is a British author known for her debut novel 'Assembly', which was published in 2021 and received critical acclaim. The novel was shortlisted for several prestigious awards, including the Folio Prize, the Goldsmiths Prize, and the Orwell Prize for Fiction. Brown's work has been translated into 17 languages, showcasing her international appeal. Her second novel, 'Universality', further explores themes related to language and its impact on societal narratives. In addition to her fiction writing, Brown has a background in journalism, which informs her approach to writing with objectivity.
Abdulrazak Gurnah
Abdulrazak Gurnah is a Tanzanian-born novelist and academic, known for his exploration of themes such as colonialism, migration, and identity in his works. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2021 for his uncompromising and compassionate penetration of the effects of colonialism and the fate of the refugee in the gulf between cultures and continents. Gurnah's notable works include 'Paradise', 'By the Sea', and 'Theft', the latter of which reflects on his experiences and the multicultural history of Zanzibar. He has also completed a PhD on West African fiction and has transitioned from a career in academia to writing fiction.

Topics Discussed

AC Grayling culture wars discrimination human rights philosophy society antisemitism Jewish identity Israeli-Palestinian conflict journalism Rachel Shabi Stephen May Victor Grayson Green Ink historical figures writing creativity Arts Council England Natasha Brown Assembly Universality language objectivity Zanzibar multicultural history Abdulrazak Gurnah Theft injustice class personal growth PhD West African fiction academia

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0:00 36:52

AC Grayling and making peace in the culture wars

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Georgina Godwin
Guests
AC Grayling
Keywords
AC Grayling culture wars discrimination human rights philosophy society

AC Grayling has written theses and philosophies about society and the world for decades. His latest work, ‘Discriminations: Making Peace in the Culture Wars’, proffers the argument that discrimination is a human rights issue and if fully respected, there would be no discrimination. Speaking to Georgina Godwin, Grayling shares insights into his upbringing, starting his own university and the issues behind the culture wars.

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0:00 25:57

Rachel Shabi and the complexities of antisemitism 

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Georgina Godwin
Guests
Rachel Shabi
Keywords
antisemitism Jewish identity Israeli-Palestinian conflict journalism Rachel Shabi

As an award-winning journalist, Rachel Shabi has reported for ‘The Times’, ‘The Guardian’, Al Jazeera English and many more besides. Her coverage of the Middle East, in particular the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the resurgence of antisemitism, led to ‘Off White: The Truth About Antisemitism’. The book addresses the need to understand and confront antisemitism at a time when it is being downplayed and exploited. Shabi speaks to Georgina Godwin about her upbringing, the fluidity of Jewish identity and the historical context of antisemitism.

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0:00 28:22

Stephen May’s reimagination of Victor Grayson

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Georgina Godwin
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Stephen May
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Stephen May Victor Grayson Green Ink historical figures writing creativity Arts Council England

Stephen May has a penchant for reimagining the lives of historical figures and his new novel, ‘Green Ink’, is a case in point. May evocatively explores what could have happened on firebrand politician Victor Grayson’s last day. The former socialist MP suspiciously disappeared one night in September 1920. May joins Georgina Godwin to share insights on writing, creativity and his role at Arts Council England.

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0:00 31:15

Natasha Brown on the effect of language

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Georgina Godwin
Guests
Natasha Brown
Keywords
Natasha Brown Assembly Universality language journalism objectivity

Natasha Brown’s 2021 debut ‘Assembly’ was met with critical acclaim,  shortlisted for several awards including the Folio Prize, the Goldsmiths Prize and the Orwell Prize for Fiction, and translated into 17 languages. Her second novel ‘Universality’ is another extension of her talent, exploring the effect of language and applying to certain narratives affecting society today. She speaks to Georgina Godwin about the success of ‘Assembly’, exploring journalism as a genre and the idea of writing with objectivity.

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0:00 28:14

Abdulrazak Gurnah and Zanzibar’s multicultural history

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Georgina Godwin
Guests
Abdulrazak Gurnah
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Zanzibar multicultural history Abdulrazak Gurnah Theft injustice class personal growth PhD West African fiction academia

The history of Zanzibar is prevalent in the work of Nobel laureate Abdulrazak Gurnah, including his new release, ‘Theft’, which is set in the 1990s and explores themes of injustice, class and personal growth. Abdulrazak speaks to Georgina Godwin about his upbringing in Britain following the revolution in his home country, his PhD on West African fiction and his transition from academia to fiction.

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