This week, The Knowledge Editor-in-chief Jon Connell is joined by author Sasha Swire, who shot to fame in 2020 for Diary of an MP’s Wife.Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week.

Michael Cockerell

May 24th, 2024 7m 13s

This week, Jon Connell is joined by one of the best political documentary makers of our times, Michael Cockerell.Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just five minut

Sarah Sands

May 24th, 2024 2m 45s

This week, Jon Connell is joined by the brilliant journalist and author Sarah Sands to talk about her latest charming book. Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just

Kate Humble

May 16th, 2024 5m 17s

This week, The Knowledge Editor-in-chief, Jon Connell is joined by the brilliant BBC television presenter, narrator and writer Kate Humble, to talk about her latest work and the book that inspired her during the writing process.Book Talk is bro

Andrew Roberts

May 9th, 2024 4m 52s

This week, The Knowledge Editor-in-chief is joined by distinguished historian, Andrew Roberts.Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just five minutes to read and cuts

Craig Brown

May 3rd, 2024 9m 8s

This week, Jon Connell is joined by 'Britain's funniest writer' Craig Brown. The Knowledge is a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just five minutes to read and cuts through the noise to bring you the news you r

Christina Lamb

Apr 25th, 2024 5m 53s

The Knowledge Editor-in-chief Jon Connell is joined by foreign correspondent Christina Lamb, who has covered conflicts over the world and has written over 10 books.Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Con

Max Hastings

Apr 18th, 2024 7m 54s

The Knowledge's Editor-in-chief Jon Connell is joined by the brilliant journalist and historian, Sir Max Hastings. He talks about his experience of writing from researching history over the course of his immense career. Book Talk is brought to

William Boyd

Apr 4th, 2024 5m 53s

The Knowledge Editor-in-chief Jon Connell is joined by novelist and long time friend, William Boyd. He's one of Britain's most talented storytellers and talks us through the inspiration behind the brilliant Brazzaville Beach.Book Talk is brough

Mary Killen

Mar 27th, 2024 4m 33s

The Knowledge Editor-in-chief, Jon Connell is joined by Northern Irish writer and Gogglebox-favourite Mary Killen.Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just five minu

Robert Hardman

Mar 26th, 2024 8m 7s

In the second episode of Book Talk, Knowledge Editor-in-chief Jon Connell is joined by internationally renowned writer and broadcaster, Robert Hardman, who has covered the Royal Family for nearly three decades. His latest book Charles III, give

Tom Stoppard

Mar 25th, 2024 5m 14s

In the very first episode of Book Talk, Jon Connell is joined by world-renowned playwright and screenwriter, Tom Stoppard.Book Talk is brought to you by The Knowledge, a free daily newsletter by Jon Connell, founder of The Week. It takes just f

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