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Paranoids and Publicists
Adam Gopnik goes in search of Donald Trump's secret power, with two famous essays in hand.
Naughtie on America
1. Call Me Ishmael
James Naughtie with the first of four programmes on America's restless search for meaning.
2. Words, Words, Words
The second of James Naughtie's four programmes on America's restless search for meaning.
The Old Identity
James Naughtie continues his series exploring America's restless search for meaning.
The Brink
James Naughtie recalls a meeting with an ex-CIA chief worried about the future of America
Time Travel
Sara Wheeler reflects on the valuable perspective offered by out-of-date guidebooks.
Existentialism and an Escaped Monkey
Megan Nolan on the almost mystical appeal of animal escapes.
The New Centre Ground
John Gray argues that we urgently need a new centre ground in British politics.
House Clearing
Rebecca Stott reflects on the sadness and wonder of clearing her mother's house.
