Commonplace

Katie Marshall is joined by Meg Kobza to discuss her new book 'The Masquerade: A History of Extravagance and Intrigue', modern celebrity culture, women's history, inspiring philosophies, as well as the contents of her personal commonplace book.Key Topics:Origins of masquerades in European courtsThe role of masquerades in social and political diplomacyGender and race dynamics in 18th-century masqueradesThe decline of masquerades and their modern legacyCultural representations and satirical depictions of masquerades

Katie Marshall is joined by Tudor historian Dr Joanne Paul to discuss her high-acclaimed new book on Sir Thomas More, Utopia, history's lessons for today and the contents of her personal commonplace book.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Joanne Paul and Her Work06:44 The Controversy Around Thomas More13:12 The Writing of Utopia23:04 Thomas More's Attitudes Towards Education29:45 Understanding Human Complexity39:27 The Role of Music in Work and Life45:53 Literature and Recipes51:43 Personal Reflections and Aspirations

Katie Marshall is joined by academic Catherine Clarke, author of A History of England in 25 Poems (Radio 4 Book of the Week) to discuss the history of emotions, poetry and nationalism, recovering women's voices, and the contents of her personal Commonplace book.

In this episode of Commonplace, Katie Marshall speaks with acclaimed Tudor Art historian and New Generation Thinker, Christina Faraday, about her work and the contents of her personal commonplace book.

Rooted in the Renaissance tradition of Commonplace books, this podcast explores the personal and poignant aspects of our lives. Join Katie Marshall and a host of academics, writers and creatives to discuss their work and the personal treasures that hold meaning for them. First episode coming soon!