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Radio Oldie

Radio Oldie
Zandra Rhodes
India
The Oldie Magazine
World War II
Edward Burtynsky
King Charles III
Queen Elizabeth II
Paul Davis
Buddhism
Paris
South Africa
Gill Johnson
Love From Venice
Venice
Aboriginal Art
Wine
Helen Mcginn
The Island Of Dreams
Fashion and Textile Museum
Not That I'm Bitter

The Oldie magazine’s podcast featuring discussion and debate around the lead features in the latest magazine, plus live recordings from our famous Literary Lunches. Presented by Harry Mount.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes425Founded8 years ago
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Beyond being one of the Pythons in Monty Python’s Flying Circus, Michael Palin has had a varied career as an actor, writer and television presenter and is now known for his popular books and travel documentaries. He was knighted in 2019 for services ... more

Lady Glenconner tells Harry Mount about life as Princess Margaret's lady-in-waiting: how Fergie told her how much the Queen liked her book; and the royal waves, from the Queen's crisp wave to the Queen Mother's - like 'stirring a pudding'.

Matthew Bourne is widely hailed as Britain’s most popular and successful choreographer with a record number of prestigious awards. He talks to Charlotte Metcalf about Red Shoes, currently playing at Sadlers Wells, and much more. His 1995 Swan Lake, r... more

Gyles Brandreth speaking about his new book, Somewhere, a Boy and a Bear, at the Oldie Literary Lunch, held at London’s National Liberal Club, on December 9th 2025.

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Recent Guests

Henry Marsh
Neurosurgeon, author of 'Do No Harm' and other works
Episode: 418: Henry Marsh in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf
Andrew Lownie
A distinguished biographer and literary agent known for his works on royal history.
Author of 'The Rise and Fall of the House of York'
Episode: 417: Andrew Lownie at the Oldie Literary Lunch
Ferdinand Mount
Distinguished writer and former editor of The Times, known for his work on sentimentality in literature and culture.
Author of Soft, A Brief History of Sentimentality
Episode: 416: Ferdinand Mount at the Oldie Literary Lunch
Paul McCartney
Famous songwriter and musician.
Episode: 416: Ferdinand Mount at the Oldie Literary Lunch
Jeremy Hunt
Former Foreign Secretary and Chancellor of the Exchequer
Episode: 406: Jeremy Hunt in conversation with Harry Mount
Lady Antonia Fraser
Leading historian and author of 40 books, including her recent work, "The House That Spoke, The History of a Home."
Episode: 394: Harry Mount in conversation with Antonia Fraser
Joshua Levine
Leading Second World War historian and author
Episode: 393: Joshua Levine in conversation with Harry Mount
John Lloyd
Outstanding contributor to television and radio, defining comedy for multiple generations.
Episode: 390: John Lloyd in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf
Emma Manners
The Duchess of Rutland, author of The Accidental Duchess.
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Episode: 377: Emma, the Duchess of Rutland, in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf

Hosts

Harry Mount
Editor of The Oldie, presenter, and regular host known for engaging conversations on diverse topics ranging from literature to current affairs.
Charlotte Metcalf
Host and interviewer with a focus on literary discussions and interviews with notable guests.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Merlin Holland

    Just listened to Merlin Holland on Radio Oldie in conversation with Harry Mount. This is brilliant and podcasting really at its best, had me hanging on every word. I can’t quite put my finger on Merlins magic but the magic is definitely there. Very special episode. Good job to Harry, obviously.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HazzaHbomb
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • The oldie

    Content is wonderful

    Audio is terrible

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HistoryEmpress
    United Statesa year ago
  • Giles and Mary

    Need more of G

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B in North Carolina
    United States4 years ago
  • Giles and Mary

    Love the G and M podcast, strangely informative, interesting and funny.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mukkuroni
    United States4 years ago
  • Mediocrity

    Thompson reiterates the views of others very well. The bottle summons.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    vhtyudxhh
    Australia6 years ago

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419: Pam Ayres in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf
Q: What do you do for the Queen, when you did it for the Queen, what did you do for her?
I was a speaker at a reception about forces charities and talked about my father's knitted swimming costume.
419: Pam Ayres in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf
Q: What did you do in the Air Force?
I was a plotter of aerial photography, which I wasn't very good at.
413: Michael Morpurgo in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf
Q: So what happened after the Army? And then you began life as a parent?
He reflects on starting his family at a young age and feeling unprepared for parenthood, before transitioning into a teaching career.
413: Michael Morpurgo in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf
Q: Why the army? And how long did that last?
Morpurgo explains that he joined the army influenced by the heroes from the war and his family background, and he was also drawn to the opportunity to continue playing rugby.
405: Gus Christie in conversation with Charlotte Metcalf
Q: What will you do if none of your children want to take it on?
I can't force it on anyone, and I'm trying to make it better than when I took it on.

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Content primarily focuses on insightful conversations with notable figures spanning various fields such as literature, journalism, and entertainment. The dialogue often revolves around personal anecdotes, societal commentary, and reflections on career experiences. A unique aspect is the integration of live recordings from esteemed Literary Lunches, which adds a dynamic layer to the discussions. Noteworthy guests and topics range from literary achievements to contemporary issues, making it engaging for listeners interested in culture and society.

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1. The Book Club
2. Page 94: The Private Eye Podcast
3. Rosebud with Gyles Brandreth
4. The Story
5. Last Word

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Radio Oldie launched 8 years ago and published 425 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Henry Marsh
2. Andrew Lownie
3. Ferdinand Mount
4. Paul McCartney
5. Jeremy Hunt
6. Lady Antonia Fraser
7. Joshua Levine
8. John Lloyd

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