395: Eleanor Doughty at the Oldie Literary Lunch

395: Eleanor Doughty at the Oldie Literary Lunch

Author: Radio Oldie September 9, 2025 Duration: 12:42
Eleanor Doughty speaking about her new book, Heirs and Graces: A History of the Modern British Aristocracy, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on September 9th 2025.

Tucked away from the frantic pace of modern media, Radio Oldie offers a quiet corner for reflection and conversation. This podcast feels like a series of thoughtful letters from a wise friend, weaving together personal journals, societal observations, and cultural musings. Each episode is a gentle exploration of life’s quieter moments and larger questions, all delivered with a warmth that feels distinctly human. You’ll hear stories that ponder the nuances of daily existence, discussions that delve into how we live and connect, and personal narratives that resonate with authenticity. It’s a collection of audio essays and dialogues that value depth over speed, and perspective over noise. The Radio Oldie podcast doesn’t shout for attention; it invites you to lean in and listen closely, creating a space where the personal and the universal comfortably meet. For anyone seeking a respite from the clamor and a genuine, considered take on the world, this series provides a consistently engaging and thoughtful companion.
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435: Stephen Frears at the 2025 Oldie of the Year Awards [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:26
Stephen Frears, 84 – Silver-Screen Evergreen OldieOver a period of six decades and with remarkably little fuss, Stephen Frears has established himself as our pre-eminent film director.Introduced by Gyles Brandreth.
434: Anita Lasker-Walfisch at the 2025 Oldie of the Year Awards [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:17
Anita Lasker-Walfisch, 100 – Oldie MaestraAnita Lasker Wallfisch, 100, a German-British cellist, was a member of the Women’s Orchestra of Auschwitz. After the war, she co-founded ensembles including the English Chamber O…
433: Susan Hampshire at the 2025 Oldie of the Year Awards [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:20
Susan Hampshire, 88 – Oldie Comeback KidSusan Hampshire starred in The Forsyte Saga as Fleur in the late 1960s. Then, last year, she returned as Lady Carteret in the prequel, The Forsytes.Introduced by Gyles Brandreth.
432: Stephen Frears in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:35
Stephen Frears is one of Britain’s most prolific and successful film and television directors. His 1985 film My Beautiful Laundrette made his name and launched the careers of Daniel Day-Lewis and Tim Bevan of Working Tit…
431: Jeremy King in conversation with Harry Mount [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:45
Jeremy King, the greatest restaurateur of the age, tells Harry Mount how he set up the Caprice, the Ivy and the Wolseley. He explains how he trains his waiters, how he spots when a diner is about to hit him and why he wr…
430: Mary Berry at the Oldie Literary Lunch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:51
Mary Berry speaking about her new book, Mary 90: My Very Best Recipes, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on January 20th 2026.
429: Jeremy King at the Oldie Literary Lunch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:39
Jeremy King speaking about his new book, Without Reservation: Lessons from a Life in Restaurants, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on January 20th 2026.
428: John Davie at the Oldie Literary Lunch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:33
John Davie speaking about his new book, Greek to Us: the Fascinating Ancient Greek that Shapes our World, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on January 20th 2026.
427: Helen Macdonald in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:38
Charlotte Metcalf talks to Helen Macdonald, author of H is for Hawk - the best-selling story of how she dealt with the grief over her father's death by bringing up a goshawk in Cambridge. The book has just been made into…
426: Hunter Davies in conversation with Harry Mount [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:58
As he turns 90, Hunter Davies tells Harry Mount about being the Beatles' only official biographer – the priceless, hand-written lyrics he picked up off the floor of Abbey Road Studios, John Lennon's disapproving Aunt Mim…