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What I Believe
What I Believe
Humanists UK

In this podcast, Chief Executive of Humanists UK Andrew Copson talks to humanists today about what they believe, to understand more about... more

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EP 57 – Adam Kay on the values of the NHS, fundamental human equality, and the future of one of the UK’s most cherished institutions

Andrew Copson speaks to award-winning writer, comedian, and former doctor Adam Kay who shares the beliefs that have shaped his... more

16 Nov 2023 · 37 minutes
EP 56 – Lynne Featherstone on liberalism, being the chief architect of the same-sex marriage act, and her deep aversion to conformity

Andrew Copson speaks to Liberal Democrat peer and patron of Humanists UK, Baroness Lynne Featherstone who shares her political experiences... more

09 Nov 2023 · 31 minutes
EP 55 – Alom Shaha on becoming a humanist, the joy of teaching, and writing ’The Young Atheist’s Handbook’

Andrew Copson speaks to science communicator Alom Shaha who shares his experiences as a teacher and author. From growing up... more

02 Nov 2023 · 34 minutes
EP 54 – Tommy Sheppard MP on republicanism, the anti-nuclear campaign, and why he’s not a nationalist

Andrew Copson speaks to SNP MP Tommy Sheppard about his life and career as a politician. From his childhood in... more

25 Oct 2023 · 28 minutes
EP 53 – Samira Ahmed on the art of interviewing, equal pay at the BBC, and the ‘toxic’ nature of UK political discourse

Andrew Copson chats to multi award-winning journalist, writer, and broadcaster Samira Ahmed who shares the secrets and skills behind her... more

18 Oct 2023 · 40 minutes
EP 52 – Adam Rutherford on tackling racist pseudoscience, ’Where are you really from?’, and Taylor Swift Vs Charles Darwin

Andrew Copson chats with geneticist and author of How to Argue With a Racist Adam Rutherford about the motivations behind... more

11 Oct 2023 · 32 minutes
EP 51 – Henry Marsh on being a neurosurgeon, living with advanced prostate cancer, and the arguments for assisted dying

Andrew Copson explores the life and work of eminent neurosurgeon and writer Henry Marsh who reflects on living with advanced... more

04 Oct 2023 · 32 minutes
EP 50 – Sandi Toksvig on bishops, Scandi convents, and masterminding a school rebellion

Andrew deep dives into the fascinating world of comedian, author, and human rights advocate Sandi Toksvig who shares some of... more

27 Sep 2023 · 33 minutes
EP 49 – Susan Blackmore

In this episode, Andrew speaks to writer and broadcaster Dr Susan Blackmore about what she believes, from being open minded and... more

12 Oct 2022 · 35 minutes
EP 48 – Laura Lacole

In this episode, Andrew speaks to model and humanist campaigner Laura Lacole about what she believes, from one life, to... more

05 Oct 2022 · 29 minutes
EP 47 – Christer Sturmark

In this episode, Andrew speaks to Swedish author and IT-entrepreneur Christer Sturmark about what he believes, from the importance of... more

28 Sep 2022 · 30 minutes
EP 46 – Nichola Raihani

In this episode, Andrew speaks to psychologist Nichola Raihani about what she believes, from cooperation and our social instincts, to... more

22 Sep 2022 · 30 minutes
EP 45 – S I Martin

In this episode, Andrew speaks to historian S I Martin about what he believes, from history and common ownership, to history as... more

14 Sep 2022 · 35 minutes
EP 44 – Kate Pickett

In this episode, Andrew speaks to epidemiologist Professor Kate Pickett about what she believes, from fairness as a moral value... more

07 Sep 2022 · 36 minutes
EP 43 – Clive Lewis

In this episode, Andrew speaks to Clive Lewis MP about what he believes, from the necessity of politics to camaraderie... more

31 Aug 2022 · 34 minutes
EP 42 – Tim McGarry

In this episode, Andrew speaks to comedian Tim McGarry about what he believes, from devout atheism to accidental humanism, the values of... more

24 Aug 2022 · 34 minutes
EP 41 – A C Grayling

In this episode, Andrew speaks to philosopher A C Grayling about what he believes, from curiosity and making sense of... more

17 Aug 2022 · 31 minutes
EP 40 – Angela Barnes

In this episode, Andrew speaks to comedian Angela Barnes about what she believes, from occasional nostalgia to knowing where and... more

10 Aug 2022 · 32 minutes
EP 39 – Frank Turner

In this episode, Andrew speaks to singer-songwriter, Frank Turner, about what he believes, from creativity to community, connection, empathy through... more

03 Aug 2022 · 27 minutes
EP 38 – Nigel Warburton

In this episode, Andrew speaks to philosopher Nigel Warburton about what he believes, from clarity to being accessible, free speech,... more

27 Jan 2022 · 42 minutes
EP 37 – Anne Glover

In this episode, Andrew speaks to former Chief Scientific Adviser to the European Commission, Professor Dame Anne Glover, about what... more

20 Jan 2022 · 33 minutes
EP 36 – Saiful Islam

In this episode, Andrew speaks to Professor of Materials Chemistry, Saiful Islam, about what he believes, from beautiful crystals, to... more

13 Jan 2022 · 29 minutes
EP 35 – Francesca Stavrakopoulou

In this episode, Andrew speaks to broadcaster and Professor of Hebrew Bible and Ancient Religion, Francesca Stavrakopoulou, about what she... more

06 Jan 2022 · 29 minutes
EP 34 – Mike Little

In this episode, Andrew speaks to co-founder of WordPress, Mike Little, about what he believes, from democratic participation, to giving... more

16 Dec 2021 · 28 minutes
EP 33 – Angela Eagle

In this episode, Andrew speaks to Labour MP, Dame Angela Eagle, about what she believes, from opportunity for all, to... more

09 Dec 2021 · 28 minutes
EP 32 – Steven Pinker

In this episode, Andrew speaks to cognitive scientist, Steven Pinker, about what he believes, from understanding ourselves, to consciousness raising... more

02 Dec 2021 · 33 minutes
EP 31 – John Amaechi

In this episode, Andrew speaks to psychologist and author, John Amaechi OBE, about what he believes, from leadership, to congruence,... more

25 Nov 2021 · 30 minutes
EP 30 – Shaparak Khorsandi

In this episode, Andrew speaks to stand up comedian and author, Shaparak Khorsandi, about what she believes, from living in... more

18 Nov 2021 · 48 minutes
EP 29 – Eddie Marsan

In this episode, Andrew speaks to actor Eddie Marsan about what he believes, from choosing your way, living with integrity,... more

02 Jun 2021 · 28 minutes
EP 28 – Polly Toynbee

In this episode, Andrew speaks to journalist and broadcaster, Polly Toynbee about what she believes, from social justice, human frailty,... more

26 May 2021 · 50 minutes
EP 27 – Andrew Gold

In this episode, Andrew speaks to journalist and podcaster, Andrew Gold about what he believes, from encounters with difference, enjoying... more

19 May 2021 · 36 minutes
EP 26 – Siân Berry

In this episode, Andrew speaks to politician, campaigner, and author, Siân Berry about what she believes, from abundance, optimism, improvement, the... more

12 May 2021 · 40 minutes
EP 25 – Isaac Hempstead Wright

In this episode, Andrew speaks to actor and fledgling scientist Isaac Hempstead Wright about what he believes, from inquiry and... more

05 May 2021 · 29 minutes
EP 24 – Ian McEwan

In this episode, Andrew speaks to critically acclaimed novelist Ian McEwan, about what he believes, from novels as a conversation... more

28 Apr 2021 · 45 minutes
EP 23 – Jim Al-Khalili

In this episode, Andrew speaks to theoretical physicist, author, and broadcaster, Jim Al-Khalili about what he believes, from lessons from... more

21 Apr 2021 · 35 minutes
EP 22 – Helen Czerski

In this episode, Andrew speaks to physicist, oceanographer, author, television presenter, and ‘bubble-enthusiast’, Helen Czerski, about what she believes, from... more

14 Apr 2021 · 30 minutes
EP 21 – Richard Dawkins

In this episode, Andrew speaks to world-renowned evolutionary biologist and science communicator, Richard Dawkins about what he believes, from wanting... more

07 Apr 2021 · 35 minutes
EP 20 – Carol Smillie

In this episode, Andrew speaks to broadcaster and Humanist Society Scotland celebrant,  Carol Smillie about what she believes, from collaborative... more

31 Mar 2021 · 29 minutes
EP 19 – David Aaronovitch

In this episode, Andrew speaks to award-winning journalist, David Aaronovitch about what he believes, from the value of freedom of expression, an... more

28 Jan 2021 · 44 minutes
EP 18 – Hannah Peel

In this episode, Andrew speaks to Emmy-nominated composer and producer, Hannah Peel about what she believes, from the meaning of... more

21 Jan 2021 · 34 minutes
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In this episode, Andrew speaks to world-renowned evolutionary biologist and science communicator, Richard Dawkins about what he believes, from wanting to be... more